City of Commerce Parks and Recreation Fall 2019 Brochure

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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
Arts & Crafts 12 Leonard Mendoza, Councilmember
Brenda Villa Aquatic Center 16 Oralia Y. Rebollo, Councilmember
Camp Commerce 18
City Facilities and Services The City Council meets every 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month
Concert in the Park 2 in the Council Chambers at 6:00 p.m.
Dance Program 7
Family Excursions 13 City Manager
Fiestas Patrias 9 Edgar P. Cisneros
Golf 6
Kids Club 13 Parks and Recreation Commission
Miss Commerce Program 9 Chris Griego, Chairperson
Parks & Recreation Facilities 24
Resident Activity Card 3 Esther Zavala, Vice Chairperson
Senior Center 4 Joe Aguilar, Commissioner
Snack Bar 20
Special Dates & Events 22 Mireya Garcia, Commissioner
Sports Program 5 Laura Perez, Commissioner
Teen Center 14
Travel Soccer Tryouts 10 The Parks and Recreation Commission meets every 1st Thursday
Tree Lighting 23 of each month in the Council Chambers at 6:00 p.m.
Youth Programs 25
8 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

Amber Cebreros, Vice Chairperson
Brandon Argumedo, Commissioner

Carlos Mendoza, 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
Adolfo Marquez, Interim Director

Acknowledgments
Ed Torres, Layout & Reprographics Design
Ernie Cadenas, Recreation Center Supervisor

Lisa Macias, Senior Office Specialist
Liz Contreras, Senior Office Assistant

CITY FACILITIES & SERVICES

Special Services City Hall Department of
Parks and Recreation
MEETING ROOMS AND PICNIC SHELTERS
2535 Commerce Way (323) 887-4434
On a first-come, first-served sign up basis, meeting rooms and 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
shelters are available for rental at all four City of Commerce Monday - Friday
parks. Shelters are open to the public, with residents receiving Recreation Administrative Coordinator - Patricia Borunda
priority. Residents are welcome to visit our Commerce Active Net
website for facility availability at activenet.active.com/commerce. Facility Maintenance

Commerce residents with current resident activity cards may (323) 887-4434 ext. 2261
reserve a room or shelter for family social activities such as
birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, showers, etc. Reservations Park and Street
are made at the Department of Parks and Recreation office. Medians Maintenance

Commerce residents may not use the rooms or shelters for (323) 887-4431
company picnics or school events. Businesses and Park Maintenance Crew Leaders
organizations located within the City of Commerce may use the Pete Dorame & Nick Padilla
meeting room facilities for business purposes only and limited to
Monday thru Friday. Recreation

A $50.00 cash or check deposit is required at the time a Facility (323) 887-4434 ext. 2225
Request is submitted and will be refunded if there are no Recreation Program Supervisor - Tina Fierro
violations of facility use, rules and regulations. All facility Recreation Coordinator - Adrian Muniz
requests are subject to approval. Please allow for a minimum of
one-week processing period for approval. We reserve the right Snack Bar Operations
to change and add additional charges to our facilities.
(323) 887-4424
A current Resident Activity Card must be shown at the time the Food Services Supervisor - Karla Torres
Facility Request is submitted and applicant must be over 21
years of age. Meeting rooms and picnic shelters are not Sports Division
available for rental by outside groups or businesses.
5600 Harbor St. (323) 887-4432
TABLES AND CHAIRS Sports Supervisor - Frank Garcia

Residents with a current Resident Activity Card may reserve a Central Receiving
maximum of 25 chairs and 3 tables for weekend use
(Thursday - Monday) on a first-come, first-served sign up basis. 5625 Jillson St. (323) 887-4449
Due to limited supplies, make your reservations early at the
Department of Parks and Recreation office. A $50.00 cash or
check deposit is required at the time the reservation is made.

Reminder 9.06.022

The following is prohibited at all parks and facilities: “Aggressive Animals”
Skating/rollerblading, alcohol, bike riding, tackle football,
organized soccer, skateboarding and unleashed dogs. It shall be unlawful for any person to keep or permit to
remain any dog or other animal that is noisy, aggressive
2 or dangerous in the presence of human beings, or other
animals, within the limits of any City park or City facility.
Dogs or other animals that exhibit characteristics of
aggressive or unpredictable temperament or behavior in
the presence of human beings, other dogs or other
animals, as determined by the department director or
City 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 &
RECREATION FACILITIES

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 a 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
Aquatics Program Manager - (323) 264-4665
Rachel Baltierra Monday - Wednesday:
1:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Bristow Park Thursday: 12:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Friday: 1:30 - 9:00 p.m.
1466 S. McDonnell Avenue Closed Saturday & 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. Memorial Park
Saturday & Sunday
Recreation Center Supervisor - Laura Logan 6364 Zindell Avenue
(562) 927-1515
Camp Commerce 10:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday
465 S. Highway #173 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday
Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352 Recreation Center Supervisor -
(909) 337-6680 Mary Anne Griego-Talley
Camp Commerce is located in
Lake Arrowhead on a 2.2 acre Fines for biking,
parcel and contains individual private cabins, a lodge skating, skateboarding
with a pool table, wood burning fire place, dining hall,
craft facilities, swimming pool and jacuzzi. 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
Rosewood Park Municipal Code, which prohibit bicycling, skate boarding,
roller skating, rollerblading, and similar activities in city parks.
5600 Harbor Street Violators may be subject to fines of $108 for the first
(323) 887-4427 offense and up to $380 for additional offense.
10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday 3

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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
Hotels/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 - 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
and must bring the following: California Driver License/Calif.
ID and current utility bill in their own name with a Commerce
address. Everyone must have a California Drivers License or
California ID with their Commerce address on it. (A US
passport may be used to verify the identity.)

Family Members Ages 18 - 27 Resident Card Penalties
living with parents must bring the following:

California Driver License/California ID and one of the
following: current bank statement, current credit card
statement, school registration in your own name with a
Commerce address, or a current pay check stub with a
Commerce address on it. You must come in with your
parent and/or bring in parent’s current utility bill and parent’s
California Driver License or California ID.

Senior Citizens At its meeting of September 7, 2010, the City Council
approved amendments to Chapter 9.06.025 of the Municipal
California Driver License or a California I.D., and a current Code to include penalties for individuals who fraudulently
utility bill. A permanent Resident Activity Card will be issued obtain resident cards, as well as penalties for residents who
to seniors 70 years and older. The permanent resident assist others to fraudulently obtain resident cards.
activity card must be renewed every 5 years, free of charge. Penalties include the revocation of activity cards for one
year and repayment for City services obtained using
Non-Resident Grandchildren fraudulent cards. New provisions include:
of Commerce Residents 1. It shall be unlawful for any person to allow another use of
his/her address for the purpose of establishing a false
Grandparents applying for this card must have a current card residency or to falsely identify him/herself as a resident of
and bring in reasonable proof of parentage to obtain this card the City of Commerce;
for their grandchildren. Grandchildren must be 18 years of 2. It shall be unlawful for any person to knowingly obtain,
age or younger to obtain a card. Residency expires on their provide, sell, or transfer to others any document for the
19th birthday. The original birth certificate must be shown for purpose of establishing false residency status or applying
proof of age. for an activity card;
3. If an individual violates the provisions of these sections,
Industrial Activity Card all Resident Activity Cards held by anyone in the household
will be revoked for a period of one year;
Industrial Residency is defined as: 4. Card holders who obtain resident cards fraudulently or
An individual that works for a company located within the City who enable others to obtain resident cards fraudulently may
of Commerce. Industrial residents may purchase an I.R.C. be asked to re-pay the City for expenses related to the
for an annual fee of $180.00. The fee is pro-rated depending cardholder’s participation in City recreation programs; and,
on the month joined. The Industrial Card holder is entitled to 5. The provisions of this statute shall not preclude
use the physical fitness facilities at the Brenda Villa Aquatic prosecution under any other statute.
Center. They are also able to participate in all adult classes.
Annual fee is subject to change.

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SPECIAL DATES AND EVENTS

SEPTEMBER Dia De Los Muertos DECEMBER

Fiestas Patrias Sunday, October 27, 2019 Community Tree Lighting
Bristow Park
Saturday, September 14, 2019 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. All Ages Monday, December 2, 2019
Bristow Park Join us in celebrating and honoring our loved Front of Commerce City Hall
3:00 - 7:00 p.m. ones that have passed away. Activities 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy music, delicious food, games, and include: children’s craft workshop, live music, Countdown Christmas. This is the
raffles. Free “Shuttle Express” to Bristow food, dancing, unique altars and more. Season to give. Please bring an
Park from Rosewood Park parking lot. unwrapped toy that will later be gifted
to children in need in our community.
For more information call the
Department of Parks and Recreation
at (323) 887-4434.

Concert in the Park Halloween Costume Parade Santa Visit
& Games
“Tribute to Hispanic Heritage Month” Monday, December 2, 2019
Friday, September 27, 2019 Thursday, October 31, 2019 Front steps of City Hall
Rosewood Park All Parks - Free to all ages Immediately following the tree lighting.
6:00 - 10:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Free
Live Bands and Mariachis Everyone is invited to our annual Halloween Welcome Santa for his yearly visit to
Costume Parade and Games. Trophies will Commerce. Santa is available for a
OCTOBER be awarded to age groups, best decorated quick picture, so bring your camera.
pumpkin and best pet costume.
Food Truck and
Family Movie Night NOVEMBER

Friday, October 25, 2019 Annual Veterans Day Ceremony
Rosewood Park
6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Monday, November 11, 2019
The Nightmare Before Christmas on the Front steps of City Hall
big screen. Movie begins at 7:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. Free for all ages
Bring your lawn chair or blanket. In keeping with the City’s rich tradition, this
annual ceremony honors, pays tribute, and
gives thanks to all veterans of the Armed
Forces of the United States of America.

Little Ghostly Runners

Saturday, October 26, 2019
Commerce City Hall
8:00 a.m. sharp!
(See page 14 for detailed information.)

5K Trick-or-Trot 5

Saturday, October 26, 2019
Commerce City Hall
8:10 a.m. sharp!
(See page 14 for detailed information.)

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

Fall Park Program Halloween Activities

Ages: 6-12 years Registration for Halloween park activities begins on
Monday, September 30 - Friday, December 6 Monday, October 21, 2019 at your local park.
Rosewood and Veterans Park: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Bandini and Bristow Park: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Halloween Night Activities

Join us for some afterschool activities and fun. *see Special Dates and Events page 5 or flyer.
Mondays - Craft Creation Station
Tuesdays - Game Time! Pumpkin Decorating
Wednesdays - Weird Science
Thursdays - Cooking Corner Monday, October 28, 2019
T.G.I.F - Movie/Outdoor Game Challenge 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Ages: 6-12 years
Kids-Ercise Bring your pumpkins and we will supply safe carving tools, stickers, paint,
glitter, flickering lights, etc. Staff will assist you in transforming your pumpkin
Rosewood Park into a fun and festive jack-o’-lantern.
Ages: 5 - 11 years, Residents only
Tuesdays & Thursdays Spooktacular Crafts
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Instructor: TBD Tuesday, October 29, 2019
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Youth Ceramics & Pottery Ages: 6-12 years
Space is limited to 15 per park. Join us as we make the creepiest craft ever.
Ages: 8 - 11 yrs.
This is a fun & educational class for youth interested in Something’s Brewing
working with clay. The instructor will teach you how to
build and create unique pieces of art. Wednesday, October 30, 2019
Thursdays: 4:15 - 5:30 p.m. 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Fee: $5.00 for 9 weeks of classes. Ages: 6-12 years
Class will begin on September 26, 2019 and end on Space is limited to 15 per park. Come see what we have cooking in the
November 21, 2019. cauldron.
Class registration will be held on the first day of class.
Current resident activity card required for registration. Goblin Give-Away
*All class times and dates subject to change.
Instructor: Beatriz Jaramillo Thursday, October 31, 2019
Ages: 3-10 years
Register at your local park beginning Tuesday, October 22, 2019.
Goblin will be calling between 8:30 - 8:45 p.m. Make sure you’re home for
your chance to be the lucky winner! Goblin winner can pick up their prize at
the park where they are registered beginning Friday, November 1, 2019.

Tiny Times

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children older than 5 years are not allowed in the event area. Current resident activity card
required for child only.

Itsy Bitsy Halloween Tiny Pajama Party Tiny Tunes

Friday, October 18, 2019 Saturday, December 7, 2019 Saturday, December 14, 2019
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Senior Center Bandini Park Veterans Memorial Park
Cost: Free Cost: Free Cost: Free
Ages: 2-5 years Ages: 2-5 years Ages: 2-5 years
Join us for Halloween activities for the little ones! Come and enjoy a morning of games, crafts Come for an hour filled with silly
Please no costumes, however both child and and story time while wearing your PJs. A songs, musical games, singing,
guest adult(s) may come dressed in Halloween special prize will be given to the family with the dancing, and instrumental
inspired attire. Sign up at your local park best pajamas. Sign up at your local park activities. Sign up at your local
beginning Tuesday, November 5, 2019. beginning Tuesday, November 5, 2019. park beginning Tuesday,
November 5, 2019.
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ADULT EXCURSIONS

Register at the Department of Parks and Recreation office. Excursions will be cancelled if a minimum of 20 participants are not enrolled 48
hours prior to the excursion date. 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. Participants must be 18 years or older.

Escondido Tamale Festival Cirque de Soleil @

Saturday, November 2, 2019 Dodgers Stadium
9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Cost: Free Saturday, January 18, 2020
Registration begins Tuesday, October 1, 2019 3:00 - 8:00 p.m.
The Escondido Tamale Festival is a celebration of Tamales and all the great Latin foods Cost: $30.00
that have become iconic staples of California’s culture. It’s a look back at the history of the Registration begins Tuesday, December 10, 2019
Spanish and Mexican settlers who have influenced and contributed so much to our Energetic, urban and contemporary, VOLTA is a
multicultural community, and a show of appreciation for the traditions which have so captivating voyage of discovery that showcases
positively affected Escondido. Mark your calendars and come to Escondido in North San never-before-seen Under the Big Top acrobatics in
Diego County for some traditional fun and the best tamales in Southern California! a visually striking world. VOLTA is about finding
yourself and unveiling your personal powers.

FAMILY EXCURSIONS

Register at the Department of Parks and Recreation office. Excursions will be cancelled if a minimum of 20 participants are not enrolled 48
hours prior to the excursion date. 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. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Irvine Park Railroad’s Disney on Ice @ Staples Center Rose Parade

Pumpkin Patch Thursday, December 12, 2019 Pasadena, Ca
5:30 - 10:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 1, 2020
Saturday, October 12, 2019 Cost: $16.00 per person (children 1 year old and 6:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. under are free, but must sit on parents lap) Cost: Free
Cost: Free (some on-site activities have a fee) Registration begins Tuesday, November 12, 2019 Registration begins
Registration begins Tuesday, September 10, 2019 You’ll be guided through the colorful world of Coco in Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Enjoy a day of fun for the entire family. Activities Miguel’s Disney on Ice debut. Sail away with Moana, Come view amazing marching
on-site include a train ride, hay ride, pumpkin patch, see Belle and her enchanting chandelier come to bands from throughout the nation,
photo booth, hay maze, bounce houses, pony rides life, and sing along to all your favorite Frozen songs majestic floats, and equestrian
and more. Some of the listed activities are free and with Elsa. It’s an all-out magical celebration, as units that will dazzle your Tuesday
some have a fee. Bring a picnic lunch and sit under Disney presents Mickey’s Search Party! morning. Dress warm and bring
the trees or purchase food from the food stands. food and chairs.

KIDS CLUB

The City of Commerce Department of Parks and Recreation offers an “After School Kids Club” at Rosewood Park which is

an after school program for young students from TK to 8th grades enrolled at Rosewood Park School and Bandini

Elementary School. Upon dismissal from school, students who are registered in the program are met by trained

City staff at a designated location at the schools. The group of students and staff walk to Rosewood Park from

Rosewood Park School. The students at Bandini Elementary School are shuttled to Rosewood Park.

Students from other schools are also welcomed, however these students will need to be personally

transported to Rosewood Park by a parent/guardian/caretaker from school. During the program, the students

are offered a snack, recreational activities, and homework study time until they are picked up by an authorized

parent/guardian/caretaker. The children in the program are also encouraged to participate in park programs

and league sports.

After School Kids Club is conducted every school day (except on holidays and teacher in-service days), Monday thru Friday, after school until

6:00 p.m. Kids Club brochures are available at park offices or the Department of Parks and Recreation office in City Hall.

Cost: Residents - $30.00 per week Industrial resident/Non-resident - $50 per week 9

Register at the Parks and Recreation Department office.

TEEN CENTER

Teen Center Video Games and Recreational Games Drum Basics

5107 Astor Ave. The Teen Center is equipped with two Sony PlayStation 4’s, Come join us in learning the
(323) 838-4246 Nintendo Switch, X-Box One, along with the latest games fundamentals of drumming in a fun and
Center Supervisor - Marcus Enriquez like Fortnite, COD, Just Dance and Smash Bros. Join us to friendly environment.
prove you’re the best with weekly tournaments. Drumsticks and pads will be provided.
Hours of Operation Mondays: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
We also have the classics, such as Skee Ball, Pool, Ping
Monday - Wednesday: 1:30 - 8:30 p.m. Pong, Air Hockey, Table Hockey and all the latest board Early Thursdays
Thursday: 12:30 - 8:30 p.m. games.
Friday: 1:30 - 9:00 p.m. Pre-teens only, 11-13 years old
Closed Saturday & Sunday Outdoor Courts Every Thursday a special activity will
Ages: 11 - 18 (High School Seniors) be planned to keep the Pre-teens
Show us your skills on our basketball court or volleyball active and entertained (sports, movies,
Register for all activities and court. tournaments and small trips).
excursions at the Teen Center. Transportation will be available from
For information call the Teen Center at Teen Center Rosewood Park to the Teen Center.
(323) 838-4246. Thursdays: 12:30 - 4:00 p.m.

Youth Advisory Programs Limitless
Commission
Teen Center programs are open to ages 11 - 18 (high Come learn the art of survival in the
Get involved! Express your ideas at the school Seniors) unless otherwise specified. All programs, wilderness and urban areas.
Youth Advisory Commission (Y.A.C.) activities, and fees are subject to Also learn how health, nutrition, and
meeting. change. fitness affect how you look and feel.
Every 1st Monday of the month at the Come and learn how to build muscle,
Teen Center at 7:00 p.m. First Things First! get toned, and have energy throughout
All Teens and Pre Teens are the day that will help you survive.
encouraged to attend the meetings and Homework helpers will be provided after school to help with Fridays: 6:00 p.m.
share their concerns and ideas on teen homework. Teens & pre-teens can also be escorted to the Be a part of the fun and join your local
programming. local library to get the resources they need for projects and Teen or Pre-teen Club today. Each
Transportation is provided. reports. We will also help anytime we can! park has a Teen & Pre-teen Club.
Mondays - Fridays: 1:30 - 8:00 p.m. Teens and pre-teens can sign up at
Teen Center Van Shuttle their local park or the Teen Center. The
Adventure Club clubs meet once a week to plan
A van is provided to shuttle Pre-Teens activities, community service projects,
and Teens from all parks to the Teen Road Trip!!!!!!!! Do you like having fun in the great play games and go on trips to
Center. outdoors, taking road trips and just getting out of the amusement parks, museums and
Mondays - Fridays: 1:30 - 8:00 p.m. house? Then the Adventure Club is for you. It’s everything hikes! Check with your local park for
Call the Teen Center from your local from hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, camping, travelling your club’s dates and times.
park for pick up. and more. Come join us on our adventures!
1st and 3rd Fridays of the month at 6:00pm Teen &
Computers Pre-teen
Birthday Party Clubs
8 Computers are available during Teen
Center hours. Every month the Teen Center will celebrate our teens’ College for Teens
Mondays – Thursdays: 1:30 - 8:15 p.m. birthdays. You must register your birthday with the Teen
Fridays: 1:30 - 8:30 p.m. Center staff. We supply the cake and you make the party! The Teen Center will be taking college
Must present a current resident activity Last Friday of each month at 6:00 p.m. tours throughout the year. We will be
card and have a Teen Center Rules and going to UCLA, USC, Cal Poly
Regulations Contract signed by parents Art with Heaven Pomona, Cal State LA, Cal State
and on file. Contracts are available at Dominguez Hills, East Los Angeles
the Teen Center. Express yourself by learning art using various techniques. College, Rio Hondo College, Cerritos
Tuesdays: 3:00- 4:00 p.m. (Pre-Teens) & 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. College and LA Trade Tech and many
(Teens) more. Please call us if you are
interested in participating in the college
Cooking tours.
Wednesdays: 6:00 p.m.
Come enjoy a delicious meal as the teen center staff will
help you learn how to cook.
Mondays 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

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Teen Center Trips & Events The Arts at the
Teen Center
September
Unplugged
Knott’s Scary Farm Performing Arts Programs

For a scary Friday night join us on our annual Knott’s Scary Farm trip as Unplugged Dance
we dare to bear through 60 acres of horror filled, terrifying mazes and
scare zones. Have fun learning jazz techniques and jazz dances. We put on our
Saturday, September 28, 2019 own student choreographed productions as well as perform for
4:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. outside events. All levels welcome.
Cost: $43.00 - price subject to change Mondays & Wednesdays
Register at the Teen Center starting on Monday, September 9, 2019 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

October Unplugged Seniors

Reign of Terror Haunted House Come be a part of our musical theatre group. Explore acting,
singing, and dancing while creating friendships. Anyone interested
Come join us as we take a trip to Reign of Terror Haunted House which is in building a stage, making show props, or being part of our stage
an award-winning, walk-through authentic Haunted House that features crew is welcomed. Come and try it all!
more than 115 custom rooms packed with terrifying beings, a swarm of Tuesdays & Thursdays
live monstrous characters 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
and countless spectacular Ages: 11 - 18 yrs. (high school Seniors)
special effects - all designed
to produce uniquely thrilling Unplugged Juniors
fun times!
Friday, October 4, 2019 Come be a part of our little musical theatre group. Explore acting,
4:00 - 11:00 p.m. singing, and dancing while creating friendships.
Cost: $20.00 Tuesdays & Thursdays
Ages: 13 - 18 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
(High school senior) Ages: 6 - 12 yrs.

November Unplugged Junior presents Lion King Jr.

Knotts Berry Farm Please come and support Unplugged Junior as they perform their
production of the musical Lion King Jr.
Come and join us for a trip to California’s most exciting amusement park. September 20 - 22, 2019. Show times TBD.
Saturday, November 30, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Cost: TBD

December

L.A Zoo Lights

Want to see cool Christmas decorations at night? Come join us as we
visit the L.A Zoo in the night to get you in the holiday spirit.
Friday, December 6, 2019
5:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Cost: TBD

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ARTS & CRAFTS

Arts & Crafts Coordinator One Day Specialty Classes
Brenda Diaz
(323) 887-2247 Festive Christmas Countdown Plate

Fall Session begins the week of September 23, 2019 and ends In this class you will create an adorable Christmas Countdown plate that is
the week of November 25, 2019. Classes run 10 weeks. *All sure to be a family treasure.
class times and dates subject to change. Saturday, November 16, 2019
Bandini Park Ceramic Studio
Class registration will be held on the first day of class. All classes 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
must have 10 registered participants and maintain a minimum of Fee: $12.00 Residents, $22.00 Non-residents
7 participants throughout the 10 week program or the class will Registration begins on Monday, September 9, 2019 at the Department of
discontinue. Current resident card required for registration. All Parks & Recreation office.
participants must be 16 years & older. Instructor: Pat Wetton

Adult Scrapbooking Christmas Wreath

In this class, you will learn a variety of creative ways to display In this class you will be making a one of a kind decorative wreath.
your photos. Our experienced instructors are up to date with all Saturday, December 14, 2019
the latest techniques & tools. Gather your photos & scrapbook Bandini Park Ceramic Studio
and come join the fun. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bandini Park Fee: $12.00 Residents, $22.00 Non-residents
Tuesdays: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Registration begins on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at the Department of
Fee: $20.00 residents, $50.00 non-residents Parks & Recreation office.
Instructor: Denise Barajas Instructor: Pat Wetton

Stamp Studio Holiday Faire 2019

In this class you will create fun 3D cards that you can’t buy in any Welcome to The Gingerbread Shoppe!
store. The instructor is extremely talented & fun to work with. A Saturday, December 7, 2019
list of personal supplies needed will be provided on the first day. Senior Center
Bandini Park 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wednesdays: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Continental breakfast and social from 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Fee: $20.00 Residents, $50.00 Non-residents Age: 15 yrs. & up
Instructor: Yolanda Boone Matas Fee: $5.00 Residents, $20.00 Non-residents
Pre-registration for residents only will begin Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at the
Ceramics, Wheel Throwing & Sculpting Department of Parks & Recreation office. Non-residents can register only
upon availability on the day of the event. Walk-ins on the day of the event
Our extremely talented instructor will lead you through a hands-on will be allowed to register upon availability.
pottery experience both intense and playful, helping you grasp the
skills necessary to create ceramic art or functional pottery. Our Children’s Holiday Faire
well-equipped studio at Bandini Park has an enjoyable setting that
will enable you to expand your creativity and create your own You’re invited to a Gingerbread Party. Lots of sweets, treats & friends to
work of art. This class is geared for beginner to fine artist. meet!
Bandini Park Monday, December 23, 2019
Morning classes Bandini Park
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Evening classes Ages: 5 - 12 yrs.
Mondays & Wednesdays: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Registration begins on November 1, 2019 at your local park.
$20.00 materials fee Space is limited.
Instructor: Beatriz Jaramillo

Creative Corner Crafters 4 Day Weekend at Camp Commerce

In this class the instructor will teach you how to use the popular February 7 - 10, 2020
crafting machines such as the Cricut, the Easy Press, Gemini and Residents: $50.00
Sizzix. You will work with vinyl and other materials to design Non-residents: $125.00
unique projects. The possibilities in this class are endless. Registration for Residents will begin on December 2, 2019.
Bandini Park Registration for Non-residents will begin on January 2, 2020.
Thursdays: 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Registration is on a first come first served individual basis.
Fee: $20.00 Residents, $50.00 Non-residents *Crafters wishing to return on Sunday, February 9 will be accommodated.
*Some projects will require additional fees. A list of personal
supplies needed will be provided on the first day.
Instructor: Pat Wetton

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DANCE PROGRAM

Tap and Ballet Tiny Dancers Ballet Folklorico

Instructor: Evelynn Rodriguez Instructor: Jessica Le Cheminant Instructor: Ariadna Cervantes-Lopez
Classes held at Bandini Park Classes held at Bandini Park Classes held at Bristow Park
Tap and Ballet 1 Wednesdays: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Ages 5-17 yrs.
Mondays & Wednesdays Ages 3-5 yrs. Beginners
5:15 - 6:00 p.m. Tuesdays: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Ages 4-6 yrs. Recreation Jazz Intermediate
Tap and Ballet 2 Fridays: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Mondays & Wednesdays Instructor: Anthony Gutierrez Advanced
6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Classes held at Bandini Park Thursdays: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Ages 7-10 yrs. Recreation Jazz 1
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Ages 5-8 yrs.
Recreation Jazz 2
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:15 - 7:00 p.m.
Ages 9-13 yrs.

GOLF

Commerce Golf Association Monthly Golf Tournament

Adults 18 years and older only - no exceptions. You must provide your own clubs.
Register at the City of Commerce Department of Parks and Recreation office. Resident registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
Non-resident registration begins at 10:00 a.m. Residents 50 years or older, with a current resident activity card, will receive a
50% discount.

Olivas Links Golf Course Cross Creek Golf Course *All prices are subject to change. The City of
Commerce is not responsible for any injuries,
September 7, 2019 November 2, 2019 loss of any personal property or damages by
Ventura, CA Temecula, CA said players.
First Tee: 9:00 a.m. First Tee: 9:00 a.m. Note: Once you have signed up, you are
Registration: August 12, 2019 Registration: October 7, 2019 responsible for that spot. There will be no
Cost: $80.00 Cost: $67.00 refunds. If you cannot attend, it is up to you to
find a replacement or pay the fees.
Mt. Woodson Golf Course Pala Mesa Golf Course To be placed on the golf mailing list, please
contact the Sports office at (323) 887-4432.
October 12, 2019 December 7, 2019
Ramona, CA Fallbrook, CA 13
First Tee: 9:00 a.m. First Tee: 9:00 a.m.
Registration: September 3, 2019 Registration: November 4, 2019
Cost: $65.00 Cost: $64.00

SPORTS PROGRAM

Youth Sports Youth Soccer Rookie Camp Adult Sports

This program is a 6 week training of

All park sports are coed beginning soccer fundamentals geared Adult Coed Slo-Pitch
Fees: Residents - Free towards 4 year olds. Softball League
Non-residents - $15 Registration begins: NEW DATE:
Non-resident students from within the MUSD Thursday, September 12, 2019 @ 6:00 p.m. To be announced. Please contact the
school boundary, or who attend LAUSD Age: 4 yrs. - Residents only Sports Office for more information @
schools within a 3 mile radius of Bristow Park, Camp begins week of September 30, 2019. (323)887-4432.
and children of Industrial Residents are eligible (Parent participation required)
to sign up for youth sports. Special Events
Youth Basketball

Registration and Procedures Ages: 7 - 13 boys & girls Trick or Trot 5K
Resident registration begins:
Parents can register their child at their local
park during each sports sign-up period. Please Thursday, December 5, 2019 @ 6:00 p.m. Saturday, October 26, 2019
have your child’s current resident activity card. Non-resident registration begins: Pre-registration: October 23 -
The following are the sports registration Thursday, December 19, 2019 @ 6:00 p.m. October 25, 2019 until 3:00 p.m.
policies: Practices begin: Monday, December 9, 2019 Check-in and same day registration:
• Once you register your child for a park team, League begins: Monday, February 3, 2020 6:30 - 7:45 a.m. @ 2535 Commerce Way
you cannot withdraw their name and sign-up at 5k Run begins at 8:10 a.m. SHARP!
another park. Hot Shot Basketball Free for Commerce residents with a
• If a team is full, you have the option of either current resident activity card.
placing your child on the waiting list or signing Ages: 4 ½ - 6 boys & girls $20.00 pre-registration fee for
them up at another park. You cannot do both. Resident registration begins: non-residents or $25.00 day of 5k run.
• A participant can only play in his/her age Thursday, December 5, 2019 @ 6:00 p.m. The City of Commerce Department of
division. However, a considerably skilled Non-resident registration begins: Parks and Recreation will host a morning
participant may play up a division by parental Thursday, December 19, 2019 @ 6:00 p.m. 5k run through the residential area of
request, but only after the child has been Practices begin: Monday, December 9, 2019 Rosewood Park. From serious runners
evaluated by the sports division. League begins: Monday, February 3, 2020 to those who want to jog or walk, all are
• If you register your child and there are not welcome to participate. Awards are
enough participants in their specific division to Karate issued to winners who place. Souvenir
form a team, you will have the option to place T- Shirt will be available for a nominal
them in the same division of the opposite Gain self confidence, coordination, and fee. Pick up registration cards at your
gender or in the same division but at a different discipline by learning the art of karate. local park or at the Department of Parks
park. Classes are taught by a certified instructor. and Recreation office. People friendly
For more information please call the Sports A waiver form must be filled out for each dogs are welcome, however they must
Office at (323) 887-4432. participant. A current resident activity card is be on a leash and you must clean up
required. after them.
Rosewood Park Meeting Room
Mondays & Wednesdays

Youth Flag Football & Volleyball 6:45 - 7:30 p.m. (Beginners 5-7 yrs.)

Ages: 7 - 17 boys & girls 7:30 - 8:15 p.m. (Beginners 8 yrs. and older) Little Ghostly Run
Resident registration begins: NEW DATE:
Thursday, September 12, 2019 @ 6:00 p.m. 8:00 - 8:45 p.m. (Advanced) Saturday, October 26, 2019
Non-resident registration begins:
Friday, September 27, 2019 @ 10:00 a.m. Instructor: Manuel Prieto Ages: 2-5
Practices begin:
Monday, September 30, 2019 Boxing 350 yards
League begins: Saturday, October 19, 2019 Begins at 8:00 a.m. SHARP!

Our boxing program is designed to assist in 2535 Commerce Way

developing self-confidence, self-control, Commerce, CA 90040

self-discipline, boxing skills and physical Participation is free. All participants will

conditioning. Competition is arranged by receive a t-shirt and a medal. Register at

Hot Shot Soccer experience and skill level. Current resident the Parks and Recreation Department
activity card required. office. For more information call
Ages: 4 ½ - 6 boys & girls Bristow Park Boxing Gym, (323) 887-4434.
Resident registration begins: NEW DATE: (323) 263-2688 after 4:00 p.m. *Competitive travel teams are open to
Thursday, September 12, 2019 @ 6:00 p.m. Ages: 8 - 19 years City of Commerce residents only.
Non-resident registration begins: Monday - Thursday: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. A current resident activity card is
Friday, September 27, 2019 @ 10:00 a.m. Instructor: Alfonso Marquez required.
Practices begin: Monday, September 30, 2019

League begins: Monday, October 21, 2019

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Competitive Commerce Hearts Commerce Crush (Girl’s Volleyball)
(Girl’s Soccer)
Travel Teams Traveling Girl’s Volleyball Team
Traveling Girl’s Soccer Team The Crush coaching staff is looking for hardworking
Commerce United (Soccer) The Commerce Hearts are looking for and dedicated girls to play in the 2019-2020 season.
players that are interested in competing The traveling volleyball team is now in their 27th
Traveling Soccer Team at a higher level. The team competes in season and play in the Southern California Volleyball
Commerce United is looking for players various JUSA soccer leagues as well as Association sponsored league and tournaments.
interested in advancing their skills so local and state tournaments. Crush plays teams from Santa Barbara to San Diego
they can participate at a more For more information, please contact and qualifying teams may participate at the end of the
competitive level. The traveling soccer Coach Fernando Castillo at season in a national tournament.
team plays in the Inter America Soccer (323) 887-4427. Ages: 12 & under
League and state tournaments. Tryout dates: October 5, 2019, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Ages: 11-17 years Commerce Ace’s (Baseball) & October 6, 2019, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Tryouts: TBA Ages: 14 & under
For more information, please contact Traveling Baseball Team Tryout dates: October 5, 2019, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Coach Alfred Jaramillo at The Ace’s team is looking for baseball & October 6, 2019, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
(323) 269-5603. players that are willing to travel and Tryouts are at Veterans Memorial Park. Please be
compete at a more competitive level. prepared to stay for a parent meeting after all tryouts.
Anyone 9-14 years old are welcome.
If you’re interested in playing baseball,
please contact Coach Miguel Maravilla at
Bandini Park at (323) 264-5045.

ADULT FITNESS

Adult Fitness Body Conditioning H.I.I.T.

Residents: Veterans Park (High Intensity Interval Training)
Free with a current resident activity card. Ages: 14 years and older Veterans Park
Non-residents: $30 per session Tuesdays & Thursdays: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Ages: 18 years and older
(Non-residents register a week after the first day of Instructor: Jessica Le Cheminant Mondays & Wednesdays:
registration for residents) 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. & 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Standby: any participant can join a class if space is Cardio Kickboxing Instructors: Ray Zamora, Jr.
permitted on the day of. Tuesdays & Thursdays:
Residents are free with a current resident activity Veterans Park 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
card on hand or a picture of their resident activity Ages: 14 years and older Instructor: Marco Armienta, III
card on a phone. Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. & 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Non-residents and residents without a resident Instructor: Jessica Le Cheminant Instructor: Ray Zamora, Jr.
card will be charged $3.00 per class as a standby. Saturdays:
For more information call (323) 887-4434. Pilates 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Instructor: Ray Zamora, Jr.
Fall Registration Veterans Park
Ages: 14 years and older Adult Water Exercise Class
Monday, October 14, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. Mondays & Wednesdays: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Classes begin week of October 28, 2019 Instructor: Guillermina Maldonado Brenda Villa Aquatic Center
Ages: 18 years and older
Winter Registration Zumba Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Monday, December 23, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. Rosewood Park Instructor: Aquatic Staff
Classes begin week of January 6, 2010 Ages: 14 years and older Residents: Free
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 7:45 - 8:45 p.m. Non-residents: $5.00 per class
Step Aerobics Veterans Park
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Ages: 14 years and older Mondays & Wednesdays: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Bandini Park Instructor: TBD
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Instructor: Lorena Herrera Yoga
Bristow Park
Mondays & Wednesdays: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Bristow Park
Fridays: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Ages: 14 years and older
Instructor: Lorena Herrera Mondays & Wednesdays: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Rosewood Park Instructor: Lorena Herrera
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Guillermina Maldonado

BRENDA VILLA
AQUATIC CENTER

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.

Lap Swimming

Monday - Friday
6:00 - 8:00 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Ages: 18 yrs. & older

Dry Heat Sauna

Monday - Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: 18 yrs. & older
Only residents and industrial residents with a current activity card are
allowed in the saunas.

The Brenda Villa Aquatic Center has two indoor Physical Fitness Center
swimming pools, male and female locker rooms and
shower facilities, dry heat saunas, physical fitness Monday - Friday: 5:45 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
rooms, children’s wading pool and built in stadium Saturday & Sunday: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
seating for 240. Regulation swim suits are required, Ages: 16 & older
and shirts are prohibited. Regulation swim suits are The Physical Fitness Center is open to Commerce residents, with
those designed to be worn in water and are made current resident activity card, at no charge, and industrial residents that
only of synthetic materials. Swim diapers are have paid the annual membership fee. The physical fitness center is
required for all infants. Facilities may be closed due equipped with various physical development and body toning
to inclement weather or poor attendance. equipment. Residents and Industrial residents must wear their current
*The Aquatic Division reserves the right to change activity card on their gym attire when using the fitness center and must
hours or close the facility as needed and for the bring a hand towel to clean equipment after use.
purpose of hosting sporting events.
Adult Swim Lessons
Entrance Fees
Monday & Wednesday: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Resident/Industrial Resident Residents: $10.00 per person/per month.
(with a current resident activity card): Free Non-residents: $24.00 per person/per month.
Resident/Industrial Resident Registration for residents is one week prior to the month of lessons.
(without a resident activity card): $3.50 Non-residents may register 72 hours prior to the first class.
Non-resident (all ages): $3.50 Classes begin in September. No class in December.
Disabled (with appropriate documentation): $1.00 NOTE: A minimum enrollment of six students is required for each class.
Senior citizens (50 & older): $1.00

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Children’s Swim Lessons United States of America Swimming Team

Registraion Dates: The Competitive Aquatic Team is open to Commerce
Thursday, August 29, 2019 - 5:00 p.m. residents ages 5-18 under the direction of certified United
& Thursday, September 26, 2019 - 5:00 p.m. States Swimming coaches. Tryouts are held twice a year
Brenda Villa Aquatic Center Lobby on the last Friday in August and first Friday in February.
5:00 - 5:30 p.m. - Wristbands distributed. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards using each of
5:30 p.m. - Registration begins. the competitive strokes (butterfly, back, breast, and
$6.00 per session freestyle).
Registration is for one class per month. Workouts: Monday, Wednesday & Friday:
The “Random Wristband” procedure will be conducted as follows: 4:00 - 7:30 p.m. (times subject to change)
Participants must show a current resident activity card. Wristband A current resident activity card is required.
will be placed on the individual’s wrist by staff from 5:00 p.m. to
5:30 p.m. Those who arrive after 5:30 p.m. will be placed on a United States Water Polo
waiting list and allowed to register after all those with wristbands
have registered, if sessions are still open. Numbers are drawn Interested in learning the sport of water polo? If you are,
randomly. Classes are offered in half hours periods on Monday & then sign up for our water polo program. You will be
Wednesday between 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. or Tuesday & Thursday introduced to the sport and learn basic rules and skills.
between 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. Tryouts are held at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday or Thursday.
NOTE: A minimum enrollment of four students is required for Participants must be able to swim 50 yards freestyle, 50
each class. yards backstroke, and tread water for 1 minute.
The City also sponsors a highly competitive National and
Classes and Teams International Men’s & Women’s U.S. Water Polo Program:
18 & Under (Women/Men)
Adult Water Exercise Class 16 & Under (Women/Men)
14 & Under (Girls/Boys)
Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. 12 & Under (Girls/Boys)
Ages: 18 yrs. & older 10 & Under (Mixed Teams)
Adult Water Exercise classes are designed to improve range of Workouts: Tuesday & Thursday, 4:30 - 8:00 p.m.
motion in neck, arm, back and leg areas. A current resident activity card is required.
Fees:
Residents/Industrial Residents: Free
(with current resident activity card)
Non-residents: $5.00
Non-resident Seniors: $2.50
For more information contact the Brenda Villa Aquatic Center at
(323) 887-4404.
Class is limited to 36 participants.

Adult Independent Exercise Swim

Monday & Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Ages: 18 yrs. & older
Come and workout at your own pace in the small pool.
Fees: Residents/Industrial Residents: Free
(with current resident activity card)

Non-residents: $3.50
Non-resident Seniors: $1.00
Capacity is limited to 25 participants.

Pre-Competitive Swim Class Adaptive Aquatic Swim Lessons for Youth

This class is designed as a bridge between swim lessons and the If you have a child with adaptive abilities and would like for
Competitive Aquatic Team. Participants must be at least 6 years them to learn how to swim, please contact the Aquatics
old and be able to swim 25 yards using freestyle, backstroke, Program Manager at (323) 887-4404 to be placed on an
breaststroke, and butterfly and have passed Level 4. Instruction interest list.
will focus on improving stroke technique and learning skills
necessary for competitive swimming. Children’s Private Swim Lessons
Cost: $15.00 per month
Workouts: Monday, Wednesday & Friday You may request to be placed on our interest list with the
4:00 - 4:45 p.m. (Beginner); 4:45 - 5:30 p.m. (Intermediate)
BVAC cashier. Participants will be contacted should the
Competitive Aquatic Teams
pool space become available. Private lessons are
The City provides sponsorship of Commerce residents in the
Aquatic Competitive teams. one-on-one instruction. Lessons are $20 per half hour and

scheduled according to availability. Payment must be

received 2 weeks prior to scheduled lesson.

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Private lessons are non-refundable.

CAMP COMMERCE

Registration What to bring to Camp Commerce:

Sign-ups will be taken at the Department of Parks and Recreation, Sleeping bag, pillow or bedding for a twin bed, bath towel,
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. A current resident activity toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste,
card is required for each person. Reservations can be made for hairbrush) flashlight, tennis shoes, hiking boots.
one session only. A reservation waiting list will be maintained. Winter - Jacket, pants (snow attire optional)
Due to inclement weather conditions beyond our control, camp Summer - swimsuit, pool towel, sandals, sunscreen, sweater or light jacket
may have to be cancelled, in which case a full refund will be
issued. What not to bring to Camp Commerce:

Transportation Weapons of any kind or sharp objects and things of value that may get lost.
For youth camp: iPads, speakers, video games
The Camp Commerce bus will leave and return to the City Hall Times for cell phone use for campers on youth week/weekends are as
parking lot, 2535 Commerce Way, for camping sessions. Week follows: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m., 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.,
sessions should be ready for loading between 7:30 and 8:00 a.m. 9:00 - 10:00 p.m.
on the Monday of session. Week sessions will return on Thursday Cell phones may be confiscated if campers on youth weeks/weekends
at approximately 3:00 p.m. Weekend sessions should be ready violate the prohibited times listed.
for loading between 2:30 and 3:00 p.m. on the Friday of session.
Weekend sessions will return on Sunday at approximately 3:00 Alcoholic Beverages
p.m. Private cars will not be permitted to drive to Camp.
Non-registered visitors will not be permitted in Camp. The consumption, possession or being under the influence of alcoholic
beverages on busses, vans or in Camp is prohibited by City of Commerce
Senior Day Trips Senior Weekend Trips ordinance.

Pick up times: Pick up times: Smoking
Bristow Park - 8:15 a.m. Bristow Park - 11:25 a.m.
Gage - 8:30 a.m. Gage - 11:40 a.m. Cigarette smoking is allowed in designated smoking area ONLY. The
Telacu - 8:35 a.m. Telacu - 11:45 a.m. consumption, possession or being under the influence of other
Senior Center - 8:45 a.m. Senior Center - 12:00 p.m. smoking/vaping products on busses, vans or in Camp is prohibited by City
Teen Center - 9:00 a.m. Teen Center - 12:15 p.m. of Commerce ordinance.

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SENIOR CENTER

Clubs Yoga

Auld Lang Syne Club Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

2nd and last Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Senior Center Staff Ages: 40 yrs. and over

Sponsored Club Meeting Residents: Free Non-residents: $3.00
1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10:30 a.m.
Instructor: Katalina Beltran

Arts & Crafts

Commerce Senior Citizens Club Fees may apply for program supplies.

Last Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. Crochet Class

Social Club Tuesdays & Thursdays: 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.

1st, 3rd, and last Friday of each month at Bring your own crochet supplies.

10:30 a.m. and 2nd Friday of each month from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Instructor: Mary Ann Perez

Social Drop in Times Watercolor Painting

Monday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Class starts on Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Instructor: Randi Villalobos
Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monthly Craft Class
Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and major holidays.
Dates, days, times and fees will be in each monthly newsletter.
Instructor: Staff

Seasonal Dances Sports

Please call the Senior Center for details at (323) 887-4430 Bowling

Special Interest Programs Mondays: 12:15 - 3:00 p.m.
15 week sessions
Cost: $8.97 for 3 games and shoe rental.

Arthritis Exercise Class Softball (Seasonal)

Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. If you are interested in playing softball and/or going bowling,
Class is sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation. please call the Sports office at (323) 887-4432.
Instructor: Veronica Rueda
Excursions
Bingo

Wednesdays & Fridays: 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. Commerce Residents over 50 yrs. old may participate on trips
Play bingo for a variety of prizes. co-sponsored by the Senior Citizens Commission and the Parks
Cost: $.25 cents per card or 6 cards for $1.00, per game. and Recreation Department of the City of Commerce. Trips are
*There will be no bingo if it conflicts with a special event. scheduled each month. Residents are free and non-residents will

Chi Gong be charged a $5.00 transportation fee. Contact the Senior
Citizens Center for information at (323) 887-4430.
Mondays: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Wednesdays: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. • Non-residents will be enrolled on trips where space is available
Instructor: Nelson Ong one month prior to the trip.

Movie Olvera Street

Thursdays: 12:30 p.m. Thursday, September 19, 2019
*There will be no movie if it conflicts with a special event. Pick-up times:

Salsa and Latin Dance and Social Hour BWP: 10:45 a.m., SE: 11:00 a.m., TC: 11:15 a.m., SC: 11:30 a.m.
Return time: 4:30 p.m.
Wednesdays: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Cost: Residents: $5.00 refundable deposit (lunch at your own cost)
Ages: 40 yrs. and over Non-residents: $5.00 fee (lunch at your own cost)
Instructor: Katalina Beltran Explore the historic Olvera Street while you delight on some

20 authentic Mexican food. Then walk it off during your free time and
possibly visit one of the museums.

Cerritos Farmer’s Market & Lunch Special Events

Saturday, October 5, 2019 Oktoberfest Featuring Baked Halloween Dance
BWP: 6:45 a.m., SE: 7:00 a.m., TC: 7:15 a.m., Potato and Bratwurst and Beer
SC: 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 31, 2019
Return time: 1:00 p.m. Thursday, September 26, 2019 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: Residents: $5.00 refundable deposit 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Cost: Free
(lunch at your own cost) Cost: Residents: $5.00 Let out your inner child, dress up
Non-residents: $5.00 fee (lunch at your own cost) Non-residents: $7.00 as something scary, cute, bizarre,
It’s time to use those farmer’s market vouchers at Tickets will need to be purchased in or anything in between. There will
the Cerritos Farmer’s Market. During the outing advance from the Senior Center Staff. be food for sale (a menu will be
you will have the opportunity to walk across the Come on down and celebrate 185 posted for you), live entertainment,
street and do a little more shopping. A few of the years of Oktoberfest. We will eat drink raffles and other fun activities. Be
stores available to shop at are Trader Joe’s, and be merry with entertainment for all sure to bring some candy to hand
Walmart, and Kohl’s. Don’t forget to refuel at one at this event. There will be plenty of out to staff and your friends,
of the eateries, at your own cost. food and drinks; there will even be because you love us so much!
samples of your favorite German Beer.
Museum of Tolerance Winter Ball
and Lunch at Eataly Health and Wellness Day
and Flu Shot Clinic - Saturday, January 18, 2020
Tuesday, October 15, 2019 Sponsored by Walgreens 4:00 - 8:30 p.m.
BWP: 8:30 a.m., SE: 8:45 a.m., TC: 9:00 a.m., Cost: TBA
SC: 9:15 a.m. Thursday, October 10, 2019 Tickets will need to be purchased
Return time: 6:00 p.m. 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. in advance from the Senior Center.
Cost: Residents: $5.00 refundable deposit Please bring your Medicare card to You will relish in a sit down dinner
Non-residents: $5.00 fee ensure that you receive a flu shot at no and dance the evening away.
Exhibits include Tolerancenter & Holocaust, cost. Those not eligible for Medicare Surprise guest performance! We
Finding Our Families, Finding Ourselves, and are still encouraged to come. We have encourage formal dress, but it is
Para Todos Los Niños. You can experience Live several options available for you to not a requirement.
Personal Testimonies and temporary Exhibitions. receive a flu shot at no cost. In addition
After your visit to the museum, the city bus will to the flu shots we will have some
drop you off at Eataly at the Westfield Mall for vendors on-site doing some general
lunch. Lunch will be at your cost. medical screenings.

Doo Wop Lunch and Show Special Services

Wednesday, November 20, 2019 Los Angeles County Food Bank Dial-A-Ride
BWP: 10:15 a.m., SE: 10:30 a.m.,
TC: 10:45 a.m., SC: 11:00 a.m. 2nd Wednesday of each month You can now schedule more than
Return time: 4:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. just your doctor appointments!!
Cost: $59.00 - includes lunch and variety show. Income restrictions apply. You can go shopping, do your
“A Doo-Wop Thanksgiving”. Enjoy lunch and a banking, and go to the grocery
variety show which includes the classic hits by Nutrition Lunch Program store, DMV, anywhere within 12
The Dukes of Doo Wop. This is a tribute to Dion, and Social Recreation Activities miles from City Hall.
National 60’s recording artist Norman Fox and Hours of operation will be
The Rob-Roys (tell Me Why, Pizza Pie, and Monday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Dream Girl) and other great acts from the 60’s. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; must
Lunch served at 11:30 a.m. schedule your appointments at
Rose Parade Showcase of Floats Ages: 60 years & older - $2.25 donation least 24 hours in advance.
59 years & under - $4.50 donation. For Senior Citizens 50 years of
Thursday, January 2, 2020 Homebound individuals: $2.50 please age and older or physically
BWP: 5:45 a.m., SE: 6:00 a.m., TC: 6:15 a.m., call HSA at (562) 806-5400 to set up challenged. You must be
SC: 6:30 a.m. deliveries. Reservations for lunch must registered with the Transportation
Return time: 2:00 p.m. be made the day before, no later than Department in order to use our
Cost: Residents: $5.00 refundable deposit & 1:00 p.m. Call (323) 887-4430. services.
$15.00 entrance fee. For more information, please call
Non-residents: $5.00 transportation fee Telephone (323) 887-4480
& $15.00 entrance fee. Reassurance Program
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up close. Join other senior citizens from across This service provides a regular
the southland for this early bird sneak peak, just telephone call to check on the safety and
for senior citizens. Bundle up and have your well-being of a senior adult living alone.
coffee ready while you walk around and see all of Open to Commerce residents, 50 years
the beautiful floats from the 2020 Rose Parade. of age and older. For more information
The group will also stop to have breakfast. contact the Senior Center at
(323) 887-4430.

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