City of Pasadena - HSRD Recreation Program Guide

CITY OF

HUMAN SERVICES AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

FALL WINTER 17-18

FALL
SEPTEMBER 4 TO OCTOBER 28, 2017
MINI WINTER
NOVEMBER 6 TO DECEMBER 16, 2017
WINTER
JANUARY 8 TO MARCH 3, 2018

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The After School Adventures Early Care Adventures Program (ECAP)
Program is a socially active
experience that encourages Don Benito • • Hamilton • • McKinley
students from Pre-K to 5th Grade
to be engaged and have fun! Monday - Friday 6:45 - 8:45 a.m.

Experienced City staff create a fun, Enrollment Fee: $15 per week
safe, inclusive environment in
which children’s recreation after school adventures program (Asap)
opportunities are enhanced
through homework assistance, Jackson • • San Rafael • • Webster • • Willard
physical fitness, and enrichment
activities that foster well-being Monday 12:35 - 6:00 p.m.
and innovative creativity.
Classroom space and outdoor play Tuesday - Friday 2:15 - 6:00 p.m.
areas are used at each site.
Enrollment Fee: $30 per week
Flexible pick-up times!
Longfellow • • Madison • • Jefferson
Registration open all year! Enrollment Fee: $60 per semester

Don Benito • • Field • • McKinley • • Hamilton

Victory Park (for Norma Coombs students)

Monday 1:30 - 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday - Friday 3:10 - 6:00 p.m.

Enrollment Fee: $30 per week

Registration required annually at a fee of $25 per school year. For more information
and to apply, call (626) 744-7330. Limited scholarships available. To register, please
visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve.

Please note the Human Services and Recreation
Department is closed on the following days in
observance of City holidays:

Labor Day Veterans Day
Monday, Sept. 4 Friday, Nov. 10

MAYOR Terry Tornek Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving
VICE MAYOR John J. Kennedy Thursday, Nov. 23 Friday, Nov. 24

CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS Christmas Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day
District 1 Tyron Hampton Monday, Dec. 25 Monday, Jan. 15
District 2 Margaret McAustin
District 3 John J. Kennedy Lincoln's Birthday Washington's Birthday
District 4 Gene Masuda Monday, Feb. 12 Monday, Feb. 19
District 5 Victor Gordo
District 6 Steve Madison ACTIVITY GUIDE
District 7 Andy Wilson
2 After School Adventures Program
CITY MANAGER Steve Mermell 5 Special Events
The City of Pasadena City Council meets every 8 Infant & Tiny Tots
Monday at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers. 11 Youth
18 Villa-Parke Recreational Youth Soccer
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION 20 iTennis
Edgar Gutierrez, Chair 21 La Pintoresca Teen Education Center
25 Adults
Meets the first Tuesday of each month at 31 Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation
6:00 p.m. at City Yards (Public Works). 33 Nutrition & Gardening
35 Seniors
HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION 40 Human Services
Tony Santilena, Chair 46 Computer Labs & Wi-Fi
47 Locations
Meets the second Wednesday of each month at 51 Registration Form
6:00 p.m. at City Hall, Grand Coference Room. 55 Latino Heritage/Black History Parade
56 Fall Festival/Tree Lighting Ceremonies
NORTHWEST COMMISSION
Allen Shay, Chair Fun!P a s s p o r t t o
Youth Scholarship Program
Meets the second Tuesday of each month
at 6:00 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center. The City provides scholarships to eligible
participants ages 17 and under who live in
SENIOR COMMISSION Pasadena or attend school within the Pasadena
Priscilla Hernandez, Chair Unified School District. Scholarships are
approved based on available funding, the total
Meets the second Tuesday of each month gross family income, number of members in the
at 2:00 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center. household, and guidelines established by the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN program for Housing and other programs
Lorena Yepez-Hernandez, Chair for individuals and families of very-low to
extremely-low income. Limited scholarship
Meets the second Monday of each month at opportunities available for some summer
6:30 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center. camps. For more information on the Passport
To Fun Youth Scholarship Program, contact the
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION Citywide Recreation Office at (626) 744-7500.
Justin Jones, Chair

Meets the first Tuesday of each month
at 6:30 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center.

ACCESSIBILITY AND DISABILITY COMMISSION
Jorge Lambrinos, Chair

Meets the fourth Tuesday of each month
at 5:30 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center.

to register: Come teach with us

ONLINE: The Human Services and Recreation Department
takes great pride in offering recreational activities
www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve that enrich the lives of our community. We are
currently looking for Instructors offering the best
WALK-IN OR BY PHONE: combination of quality Youth, Teen, Adult and
Senior programs.
Victory Park Recreation Center Feel free to contact us at (626) 744-8336 if you
2575 Paloma St. have any questions about the process or if you
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. have an idea for programming that you would like
(626) 744-7500 us to explore!

Villa-Parke Community Center
363 E. Villa St.
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
(626) 744-6530

Jackie Robinson Community Center
1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
(626) 744-7300

*Robinson Park Recreation Center
1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(626) 744-7330

* Location subject to change due to
renovation project

ACTIVITY GUIDE PROGRAM KEY

ACTIVITY TITLE KINDERMUSIK FAMILY TIME
DESCRIPTION
You and your child will uncover an engaging musical
INSTRUCTOR world together through singing, moving, listening, playing
instruments and interacting socially. Materials include an
RESIDENT/ instrument, class songs, lyrics, activities and an eBook
NON-RESIDENT that can be both viewed and downloaded online. New
FEE materials will be presented every session. Email questions to
NO CLASS [email protected].

Emily Chang Victory Park Recreation Center LOCATION

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER SEASON
0-6 yrs Sa 9:00-9:45 a.m. 9/5*-10/1 11/19-12/17 1/7-1/28
0-6 yrs Sa 9:00-9:45 a.m. 10/22-11/12 11/19-12/17 2/18-3/11
Fee: F/W $54/69 per 10 week session
F/W: FALL & WINTER
MW $20/40 per 5 week session MW: MINI WINTER

(*No Class 9/5)

AGE, DAY, TIME, DATES & WEEKS CLASS IS HELD

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FIESTAS PATRIAS 9.15.17 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

CITY OF Villa-Parke Community Center | 363 E. Villa Street
HUMAN SERVICES AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
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PFiaetrsitaass Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala, and Mexico. Enjoy live music,
dance performances, and children’s activities.

For more information, please call Villa-Parke Community Center at (626) 744-6530.

S AT U R D AY, S E P T E M B E R 1 3 , 2 0 1 4 - 1 2 : 0 0 P M T O 5 : 0 0 P M 10.14.17 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

LATINO HERITAGE PARADE & JAMAICA FESTIVAL363 E. VILLA ST. PASADENA, CA 91101
MULTI-PURPOSE FIELD

FOOD FUN ENTERTAINMENT
DANCING ARTS & CRAFTS Villa-Parke Community Center | 363 E. Villa Street


Come celebrate and experience the cultural richness and warm community found at the

Latino Heritage Parade and Jamaica Festival with live entertainment, great food, cultural

arts, community resources, educational opportunities, and much more.

For more information, please contact Villa-Parke Community Center at (626) 744-6530.

FALL FESTIVAL 10.28.17 3 P.m. - 7 p.m.

Victory Park | 2575 Paloma Street

Fairy Tales come to life at this year’s Fall Festival! Enjoy games, crafts, rides, costume
contests for all ages, a tiny-tot zone, live entertainment, and more!

For more information, please call Villa-Parke Community Center at (626) 744-6530.

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS FESTIVAL 11.3.17 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Villa-Parke Community Center | 363 E. Villa Street

Join Villa-Parke Community Center and the Armory Center for the Arts in celebrating "Dia
De Los Muertos," a centuries old holiday honoring the deceased, celebrated in Latin America.
View "ofrendas," altars honoring the life of the departed. Dance performances, arts & crafts,
and food available for purchase.

For more information, please call Villa-Parke Community Center at (626) 744-6530.

VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION 11.11.17 11 A.M. - 2 p.m.

City Hall, Centennial Square | 100 N. Garfield Ave.

Land of the Free, Home of the Brave…Thanks to You! Join us in honoring all who are
currently serving or have served. The celebration features marching bands, guest speakers,
and light refreshments.

For more information, please call Villa-Parke Community Center at (626) 744-6530.

BETTER HEALTH, BETTER LIFE 11.18.17 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Villa-Parke Community Center | 363 E. Villa Street

F A L L / W I N T E R SPECIAL EVENTS Villa-Parke Community Center joins City of Hope, Huntington Hospital, PALS for Health, and
San Gabriel Valley Planned Parenthood to host the annual Better Health, Better Life a
Spanish-language conference on health awareness. From noon-2:30 p.m., a health fair open to
the public will include free flu shots for children and adults, mammograms, blood pressure and
blood sugar screenings, community resource booths, and childcare for children ages 4 to 6.

For more information, please call Villa-Parke Community Center at (626) 744-6530.

MAYOR’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING 12.1.17 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

City Hall, Centennial Square | 100 N. Garfield Ave.

Join the Mayor and friends for a fun and festive night of musical performances, free
refreshments and a visit from the jolly big guy himself, Santa Claus! Bring an unwrapped
gift for the Pasadena Fire Department’s Spark of Love Toy Drive. Collections will take place
throughout the event.

For more information, please call Villa-Parke Community Center at (626) 744-6530.

LA PINTORESCA TREE LIGHTING 12.8.17 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

La Pintoresca Park | 1415 N. Raymond Ave.

Celebrate the holidays with friends and family at the La Pintoresca Tree Lighting Celebration.
Enjoy wonderful live holiday music, arts & crafts, story time, refreshments, and the arrival of
Santa Claus. Children can visit and have their picture taken with Santa at this free community
event, please bring your own camera. Come and be part of a neighborhood tradition.

For more information, please call the Teen Education Center at (626) 345-0706.

VILLA-PARKE BOXING SHOW 12.16.17 1 p.m.

Villa-Parke Community Center | 363 E. Villa Street

Amateur boxers will compete in Olympic style boxing matches. This annual boxing show is
a great exhibition of the sport of boxing for up and coming local contenders. $10.00 fee for
adults. Children 12 & under are free. Weigh-ins begin at 8 a.m. Boxing show starts at 1 p.m.

For more information, please call Fausto De La Torre at (626) 744-6531.

BLACK HISTORY PARADE & FESTIVAL 2.17.18 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

One of Southern California's largest Black History parades begins at 10:00 a.m. at Charles
White Park (Ventura & Fair Oaks Ave.) and ends at Robinson Park (1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.).
Stay and enjoy the Festival at Robinson Park from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The festival features live bands, dance performances, community booths, guests speakers,
food to purchase and fun! Proudly coordinated by the Black History Planning Committee,
and the City of Pasadena, Human Services and Recreation Department.

For event information, please call Jarvis Emerson at (626) 744-7300.

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winter camp

Keep the fun going over winter break! Join us for two weeks of games,
fitness activities, sports, cooking, field trips, and arts & crafts

WINTER DAY CAMP AT VICTORY PARK RECREATION CENTER WINTER S.T.E.A.M. TEEN CAMP AT LPTEC

Keep the fun going over winter break! Join us for two weeks S.T.E.A.M. into action by exploring the fun in science,
of games, fitness activities, sports, cooking, arts and crafts technology, engineering, art and math. This winter camp
and field trips. For more information or to register, please is packed with fun and challenging activities, arts and
call (626) 744-7500. crafts, computer play and a field trip. For more
information, please call LPTEC at (626) 345-0706.

Ages: 5 to 12 years Ages: 11 to 18 years
Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Hours: Tue-Thur 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Week 1: Dec. 26 - 29 (closed Dec. 25) Dates: Dec. 26 - 29
Week 2: January 2 - 5 (closed Jan. 1) Fee: $25
Fee: $75 per week

Winter Adventures Camp at Villa-Parke Community Center

School’s out and the fun is in! Sports, physical fitness,
enrichment activities, dance, arts & crafts, and much more!
Please call (626) 744-7330 for more information.

Ages: 5 to 13 years
Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Week 1: Dec. 26 - 29 (Closed Dec 25)
Week 2: January 2 - 5 (Closed Jan. 1)
Fee: $75 per week

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INFANT &
TINY TOTS

KINDERMUSIK FAMILY TIME

Uncover the engaging musical world with your child! TOT BALLET & TAP
Spend time together singing, moving, listening, playing
small instruments, and making friends. Materials include
a simple age-appropriate instrument, class songs, lyrics,
activities and an eBook that can be both viewed and
downloaded online. Materials fee is $22 and $6 per
additional sibling.

Emily Chang Victory Park Recreation Center Tap into the excitement! Learn ballet and tap in a fun
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER setting while singing and dancing to children's favorite
0-6 yrs Sa 9:00-9:45 a.m. 9/16-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/20-3/3 tunes. Boys and girls welcome. Dance recital on last day
Fee: $70 per session; material fee $25 of class. Students will need ballet & tap shoes.
(*No class on 9/23, 10/14, 11/25, 2/3, 2/10)
Donna Gale Victory Park Recreation Center

OPTIONS FOR LEARNING HEAD START FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
PASADENA 3-5 yrs Tu 3:15-4:00 p.m. 9/12-10/24 11/7-12/12 1/16-2/27
Fee: $95 per session
The Head Start Program is innovative, creative and
dedicated to enhancing the lives of its children, parents, TINY TOTS AT LA PINTORESCA
staff and community volunteers. Services offered:
education, parent involvement, social services, health Designed just for your little one. Through stimulating and
training, special needs, and nutrition. Call (626) 204-8900 interactive activities, Tots will develop creative, physical
for more information. and social skills. Activities, including music, crafts,
storytelling, movement and yoga, foster personal growth,
Options Staff Villa-Parke Community Center
friendships, and community.
3-5 yrs M-F 8:15-11:45 a.m. August-May
12:15-3:45 p.m.
Fees vary Crystal Amaya La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center
& Francis Meadows
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
PARENT & ME, MUSIC & DANCE FOR TOTS 3-5 yrs M-F 10:00-12:00 p.m. 9/5-10/27 11/6-12/15 1/8-3/2

A fun way to expand your child’s development! Share a Fee: F/W $75 per session
special experience with them through music, dance, song, MW $50 per 5 week session
and social interaction! This class is designed for girls and (*No Class on 9/4)

boys and is a parent participation class.

Donna Gale Victory Park Recreation Center SPORTS

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
1.5-3 yrs Tu 2:30-3:15 p.m. 9/12-10/24 11/7-12/12 1/16-2/27
Fee: $95 per session TINY FITNESS

register now! Big Fun for Tiny Ones! Tiny Fitness promotes healthy
lifestyle habits, builds positive associations with exercise
visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve and shows how to make better food choices. Our goal is
to help the future generations become fit, strong, healthy
and suffer less from preventable illnesses like heart

disease, stroke, obesity, and diabetes.

Crystal Amaya La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center
& Francis Meadows

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
3-5 yrs M-F 9:00-9:50 a.m. 9/5-10/27 11/6-12/15 1/8-3/2
Fee: F/W $50 per session
MW $35 per session
(*No Class on 9/4)

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KIDZ LOVE SOCCER

Since 1979, Kidz Love Soccer has been dedicated to
teaching children the world’s most popular sport within
a nurturing recreational environment. Young soccer
enthusiasts experience soccer fun in a safe,
non-competitive environment. To register, please visit
www.kidzlovesoccer.com or call (408) 774-4629.

Mommy / Daddy & Me Soccer INFANT & TINY TOTS

Introduce yourself and your toddler to the “World’s
Most Popular Game!” As you and your child participate
in our fun, age appropriate activities, your child will be
developing their large motor skills and socialization skills.
The fun happens on the field and parents are a part of the
action!

Kidz Love Soccer Instructor FALL Gwinn Park
9/11-10/16 WINTER
2-3.5yrs M 5:45-6:15 p.m. 9/11-10/16
2-3.5 yrs M 3:20-3:50 p.m. 1/22-3/5*
Fee: F/W $78 per 6 week session 1/22-3/5*
(*No class on 2/19)

Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Victory Park Pre Soccer
WINTER
2-3.5 yrs Sa 5:15-5:45 p.m. FALL 2/3-3/10 This class teaches the basic techniques of the game and
Fee: F/W $75 per 6 week session 9/16-10/21
builds self-esteem through participation and fun soccer

activities. Children learn to follow instructions in a nurtur-

ing, age appropriate environment. Shin guards are re-

Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Washington Middle School Gym quired after the first meeting. Gwinn Park
MINI WINTER
Kidz Love Soccer Instructor

2-3.5 yrs Sa 5:15-5:45 p.m. 11/18-12/16* FALL WINTER
4-5 yrs M 4:30-5:05 p.m. 9/11-10/16 1/22-3/5*

Fee: MW $57 for 4 week session (*No class 2/20)

(*No class on 11/25) Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Gwinn Park

Kidz Love Soccer Instructor McKinley Middle School Gym FALL WINTER
MINI WINTER 3.5-4 yrs M 5:05-5:35 p.m. 9/11-10/16 1/22-3/5*

2-3.5 yrs M 6:00-6:30 p.m. 11/13-12/18* 3.5-5 yrs M 4:45-5:20 p.m. 9/11-10/16 1/22-3/5*

Fee: MW $68 for 5 week session Fee: F/W $78 per 6 week session

(*No class on 11/20) (*No class 2/19)

Tot-Soccer Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Victory Park
WINTER
Little tykes will enjoy running and kicking just like the big FALL 2/3-3/10
kids! Encourages large motor skill development through 4-5 yrs Sa 3:45-4:20 p.m. 9/16-10/21
fun soccer games and introduces small children to the Fee: F/W $78 per 6 week session
group setting. Shin guards are required after the first
meeting. Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Washington Middle School Gym
MINI WINTER
Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Victory Park 4-5 yrs Sa 3:45-4:20 p.m. 11/18-12/16*
WINTER Fee: MW $57 per 4 week session
3.5-4 yrs Sa 3:15-3:45 p.m. FALL (*No class on 11/25)
Fee: F/W $78 per 6 week session 9/16-10/21 2/3-3/10

Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Washington Middle School Gym SUBSCRIBE TO OUR
MINI WINTER monthly e-newsletter
3.5-4 yrs Sa 3:15-3:45 p.m. 11/18-12/16*
Fee: MW $57 per 4 week session visit ww5.cityofpasadena.net/humanservices
(*No class on 11/25)

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SUPER SOCCER STARS | Kick & Play Super Soccer Stars Instructors Hahamongna Park
FALL WINTER
Specialized early childhood instructors, along with our 2-3 yrs Sa 9:45-10:25 a.m. 9/12-12/2 1/6-3/31
puppet friends, Mimi and Pepe, take caregivers and
toddlers through a world of exciting physical activity. Fee: F/W $231 per 12 week session
Individualized attention, positive reinforcement, and (*No class 11/25 and 2/17)
engaging original music help develop pre-soccer skills
that have toddlers balancing, running, kicking, and playing Super Soccer Stars Instructors Grant Park
– all while having a blast! To register, please visit www. FALL WINTER
1/6-3/31
supersoccerstars.com or call (310) 998-0010. 2-3 yrs Su 9:00-9:40 a.m. 9/10-12/3
Fee: F/W $ $231 per 12 week session
(*No class 11/26, 2/18)
Super Soccer Stars Instructors Hahamonga Park/Brookside

FALL WINTER Ages 3 - 4
The child’s attention will be guided by dynamic activities
12-24 mos Sa 9:00-9:40 a.m. 10/21-12/2 1/6-3/31* and dramatic play to develop motor skills and basic
soccer skills. Super Soccer Stars coaches encourage
Fee: $131 per 6 week session, $105 per 5 week session children to apply learned skills including running,

(*Note: No class 11/25; Kick & Play is divided into two 6 week sessions-
1/6-2/10 and 2/24-3/31)
dribbling, and passing during the "big game."

Super Soccer Stars Instructors Victory Park Gym Super Soccer Stars Instructors Central Park (West Grass Area)

FALL WINTER FALL WINTER
3-4 yrs Sa 9:45-10:30 a.m. 9/9-12/2 (field 1) 1/6-3/31
2-2.5 yrs M 9:15-9:55 a.m. 9/11-12/4* 1/8-3/26* Sa 10:30-11:15 a.m. 9/9-12/2 (field 2) 1/6-3/31

12-24 mos M 10:00-10:40 a.m. 9/11-12/4* 1/8-3/26* Fee: F/W $231 per 12 week session
(*No class 11/25 and 2/17)
Fee: $226 per session

(*Note: No class on 11/20; Kick & Play is divided into two 6 week sessions Super Soccer Stars Instructors Hahamongna Park / Brookside
9/11-10/16 & 10/23-12/4; 1/8-12/12 & 2/26-3/26)
FALL WINTER
3-4 yrs Sa 10:30-11:15 a.m. 9/9-12/2 1/6-3/31
Super Soccer Stars Instructors Central Park Fee: F/W $231 per 12 week session Grant Park
FALL WINTER
(*No class 11/25 and 2/17)
12-24 mos Sa 9:00-9:40 a.m. 9/9-12/2* 1/6-3/31* Super Soccer Stars Instructors

(*Note: No class on 11/25; Kick & Play is divided into two 6 week sessions FALL WINTER

9/9-10/14 and 10/21-12/2; 1/6-2/10 and 2/24-3/31) 3-4 yrs Su 9:45-10:30 a.m. 9/10-12/3 1/7-4/1
Fee: F/W $315 per 12 week session
Super Soccer Stars Instructors Grant Park
FALL WINTER (*No class 11/26, 2/18)

12-24 yrs Su 8:15-8:55 a.m. 9/10-12/3 1/7-4/1 Ages 4 - 5
Fee: F/W $ $231 per 12 week session The ultimate goal of the program is to improve young
(*Note: No class on 11/26; Kick & Play is divided into two 6 week sessions children’s capacity through fun, development, and
9/10-10/15 and 10/22-12/3; 1/7-2/11 and 2/25-4/1) learning. This class will include dynamic activities that
involve dribbling technique and moves to allow each child
Super Soccer Stars Developmental to gain more confidence on the ball. The primary focus is
body movement with the ball.

Ages: 2 - 3 Super Soccer Stars Instructors Central Park (West Grass Area)
Super Soccer Stars Class will include an introduction to
physical activities, rich language exposure, and movement FALL WINTER
including running, hopping, jumping, and changing 4-5 yrs Sa 10:35-11:25 a.m. 9/9-12/2 (field 1) 1/6-3/31
directions. The primary focus is body movement, which Fee: F/W $231 per 12 week session
includes coordination and stability (motor development). (*No class 11/25 and 2/17)
Super Soccer Stars Instructors Hahamongna Park / Brookside

Super Soccer Stars Instructors Victory Park Gym FALL WINTER
WINTER 1/6-3/31
FALL 1/6-3/31* 4-5 yrs Sa 11:20-12:10 p.m. 9/9-12/2
2 – 2.5 yrs M 9:15-9:55 a.m. 9/5-12/11 Fee: F/W $231 per 12 week session
(*No class 11/25 and 2/17)
Fee: F $249 per 13 week session
W $231 per 12 week session Super Soccer Stars Instructors Grant Park
FALL WINTER
(*No class 2/19) 1/7-4/1

Super Soccer Stars Instructors Central Park (West Grass Area) 4-5 yrs Su 10:35-11:25 a.m. 9/10-12/3

FALL WINTER Fee: F/W $315 per 12 week session
(*No class 11/26, 2/18)
2-3 yrs Sa 9:00-9:40 a.m. 9/9-12/2 (field 1)* 1/6-3/31*
Sa 9:45-10:25 a.m. 9/9-12/2 (field 2)* 1/6-3/31*
Fee: F/W $231 per 12 week session
(*No class 11/25 and 2/17)

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YOUTH YOUTH CERAMICS CLASS

ARTS & CRAFTS Become a ceramic artist! Learn to work with clay, slip,
and glazes using the fundamental ceramic construction
techniques. Students are required to wear closed-toed
shoes and fitted clothing; no loose jewelry and hair must
be tied back.

Franchezska Zamora Villa-Parke Community Center

ARTS & CRAFTS FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
6-9 yrs Sa 9:30-11:00 a.m. 9/9-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/13-3/3
10-12 yrs Sa 12:00-1:30 p.m. 9/9-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/13-3/3
Children will learn and have fun as they explore two and Fee: F/W $52/$104 per 8 week session
three-dimensional art processes. Activities may include
clay, drawing, painting, collage and print making. NOTE: MW: $39/$78 per 6 week session
In-person registration required.
DANCE
Armory for the Arts Staff Villa-Parke Community Center YOUTH

FALL WINTER AZTEC DANCE / YANKUITITL
6-12 yrs M 4:00-5:30 p.m. 9/11-10/23 1/8-2/26*
Fee: Free
(*No class 1/15, 2/12, 2/19) Dance like an Aztec! Learn and participate in traditional
Aztec Indian dance steps, style, movement, drum rhythms,
and songs. Workshops start with basic movements
and then progress to a repertory of choreographed
dance steps. All classes are accompanied by live
Aztec drumming. Develop your dance skills and get an
"Aztecaerobics" workout!

Maggie Calderon Villa-Parke Community Center

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
5+ M,W 7:00-9:00 p.m. 9/6-10/25 11/6-12/13 1/8-2/28
Fee: F/W: $35/$70 per 8 week session
MW: $26/$52 per 6 week session.
(*No class 1/15, 2/12 and 2/19)

FUNDAMENTALS OF DRAWING AND PAINTING

Instruction is offered in theory and technique for basic BALLET
drawing and painting in a variety of media. Students will
learn the basics of drawing including contour, shading, Point your toes in the direction of fun! Develop rhythm,
perspective and portraiture. Also, students learn the strength, and coordination with the fundamentals of
basics of painting including color mixing, brushwork and ballet movement. Learn the basic ballet positions, jumps,
how to use a variety of paint. Pencils, charcoal, pastels, turns, dances, and ballet vocabulary. Students will achieve
watercolors, acrylics, inks and more, will be used to make proper placement and alignment necessary to perform
unique and personal works of art. No previous experience classical ballet. Ballet slippers required.
required.

Edwin Bodney Villa-Parke Community Center

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
6-12 yrs Tu 4:30-5:30 p.m. 9/5-10/24 11/7-12/12 1/9-2/27
Fee: F/W $35/$70 per 8 week session

MW $26/$52 per 6 week session Fatima Mendoza Villa-Parke Community Center

register now! FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
3.5-4 yrs F 4:00-5:00 p.m. 9/8-10/27 11/17-12/15* 1/12-3/2
4-6 yrs F 5:00-6:00 p.m. 9/8-10/27 11/17-12/15* 1/12-3/2
5-11 yrs F 6:00-7:00 p.m. 9/8-10/27 11/17-12/15* 1/12-3/2
Fee: F/W: $35/$70 per 8 week session
visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve
MW: $17/$35 per 4 week session
(*No class 11/24)

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BALLET FOLKLORICO MARTIAL ARTS

Baila con nosotros! Learn the rich movements of this
traditional Mexican heritage dance as well as the unique
dances that represent each state in Mexico, in this fun
and popular dance program. Participants will learn
choreography, increase their fitness levels, and will enjoy
this traditional art of dance expression. Registration
required.

Juan Espino Villa-Parke Community Center

Beginner FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
5-14 yrs W,F 4:30-5:15 p.m. 9/6-10/27 11/8-12/15 1/10-3/2
Intermediate
5-14 yrs W,F 5:15-6:00 p.m. 9/6-10/27 11/8-12/15 1/10-2/28
Fee: F/W: $35/$70 per 8 week session
MW: $26/$52 per 6 week session
(*No class 11/10 and 11/24)

Silvia Patricia Navarro Villa-Parke Community Center

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER

5-14 yrs Tu,Th 6:30-8:00 p.m. 9/5-10/26 11/7-12/14 1/9-3/1

Fee: F/W $35/$70 per 8 week session
MW: $26/$52 per 6 week session

HIP-HOP JAZZ DANCE

Move to the beat and learn to dance like your favorite

artist! Have fun while learning popular moves performed

by today’s biggest music stars. Boys and girls welcome.

Dance recital on last day of class.
Donna Gale Victory Park Recreation Center

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
6-12 yrs Tu 4:00-4:45 p.m. 9/12-10/24 11/7-12/12 1/16-2/27
Fee: $95 per 7 week session

WORLD DANCE - NEW! JU JITSU

This class is designed to teach kids dances from around Defend yourself like a Samurai warrior! Developed by
the world! With a basic foundation in ballet, kids will Samurais, Ju Jitsu as an unarmed combat, self-defense
explore geography, culture, and traditions of different technique. Traditional Ju Jitsu techniques place an
cultures from around the world. Children will formulate a emphasis on throwing (Nage Waza), immobilizing
better understanding of cultures and the different dance and pinning (Osaekomi waza), joint-locking (Kansetsu
styles from around the globe. It will increase their ability waza) and choking (Shime waza), to enable an unarmed
to comprehend different rhythms and memorize patterns Samurai warrior to defend against an armored opponent
and combinations. During class, students will be learning in battle. Ju Jitsu is recognized as the parent martial art
about countries like Spain, Italy, Egypt, Brazil, Bolivia, of Karate, Judo and Aikido as well as influencing many
Argentina, India, China, Armenia, Senegal and more. other fighting styles currently used in mixed martial arts
competitions and sporting events worldwide. At the end
Staff Villa-Parke Community Center of each session, belts and certificates are available from
instructors for $20 or students may elect to purchase
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER their own.
3.5-4yrs Tu 4:00-5:00 p.m. 9/5-10/24 11/7-12/12 1/9-2/27
4-6yrs Tu 5:00-6:00 p.m. 9/5-10/24 11/7-12/12 1/9-2/27 Tony Grady Villa-Parke Community Center
7-11yrs Tu 6:00-7:00 p.m. 9/5-10/24 11/7-12/12 1/9-2/27
Fee: F/W: $35/$70 per 8 week session
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
MW: $26/$52 per 6 week session 8-17 yrs M 4:00-5:45 p.m. 9/11-10/30 11/6-12/11 1/8-2/26*

Like us on 8-17 yrs Sa 8:00-9:45 a.m. 9/9-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/13-3/3
Monday Class Fee: F: $52/$104 per 8 week session
MW: $39/$78 per 6 week session
W: $32/$64 per 5 week session

Saturday Class Fee: F/W: $52/$104 per 8 week session
MW: $39/$78 per 6 week session

@pASADENAHSR (*No class on 1/5, 2/12, and 2/19)

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MUSIC ENRICHMENT

GUITARS NOT GUNS CATHOLIC BIG BROTHERS/BIG SISTERS

This class is fun and interactive and a great introduction Through mentoring, Catholic Big Brothers transforms
to guitar and music education. Beginning guitar students the lives of at-risk youth of all faiths and cultures by
will learn chords, music theory and technique. Get ready helping them achieve their highest potential by becoming
to bring your skills to the next party or family gathering! responsible, self-sufficient and productive members of
The intermediate course takes students to the next level society. To schedule an appointment, please call (626)
of guitar proficiency while retaining the recreational
atmosphere of no stress musical fun. 792-5664.

Staff Villa-Parke Community Center CBBBS Villa-Parke Community Center

Beginner FALL MINI WINTER WINTER 7-14 yrs Th 11:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Year-round Fee: Free

8-17 yrs Sa 10:00-11:00 a.m. 9/9-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/13-3/3 YOUTH
Intermediate
8-17 yrs Sa 10:00-11:00 a.m. 9/9-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/13-3/3 TBI LITERACY
Fee: $10 per session
Students receive dedicated assistance and tutoring with
homework, reading and comprehension skills. Grades: 1

through 12.

TBI Staff Jackie Robinson Community Center
6-18 yrs M-Th 3:00-5:00 p.m. August-May Fee: Free

CHESS CLUB

Checkmate! Learn to play chess and improve your game.
Chess has been proven to help develop critical thinking
and memory skills, confidence, sportspersonship, patience,
and problem-solving. Build confidence and develop work
habits and time management skills. Open to all skill levels.

Ronnie Williams Villa-Parke Community Center

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
7-16 yrs Sa 10:00-11:15 a.m. 9/9-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/13-3/3
PIANO CLASSES Fee: F/W: $35/$70 per 8 week session
MW: $26/$52 per 6 week session
Group piano classes are offered to build a foundation of
music theory and the basic concepts of reading music. LEGO ROBOTICS®
Each student is provided with their own keyboard to use
for class. Students learn the basics of the instrument and Program inventions that come to life! Take one of
skills like fingering, rhythm, timing, and playing songs. America's favorite toys to the next level with Lego
Intermediate students will take their learning to the next robotics. In this class, boys and girls will design and
level with more complex techniques and tunes. configure a variety of creations using LEGO® blocks,
batteries, and motors. The possibilities for imagination
Safoa Abboa-Offei Victory Park Recreation Center
and fun are endless!
Beginner FALL WINTER

7-18 yrs W 4:00-4:45 p.m. 9/6-10/25 1/10-2/28 Antonio Lemus Villa-Parke Community Center
Intermediate
7-18 yrs W 4:45-5:30 p.m. 9/6-10/25 1/10-2/28 FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
7-12 yrs Sa 8:00-10:00 a.m. 9/9-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/13-3/3
Fee: F/W $35/$70 per 8 week session 7-12 yrs Sa 10:00-12:00 p.m. 9/9-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/13-3/3
SAAPA Villa-Parke Community Center
Fee: F/W $52/$104 per 8 week session
Beginner FALL MINI WINTER WINTER MW $39/$78 per 6 week session
7-12 yrs M 4:30-5:15 p.m 9/11-10/30 11/6-12/11 1/8-2/26*
7-12 yrs M 5:15-6:00 p.m. 9/11-10/30 11/6-12/11 1/8-2/26*
7-17 yrs M 6:00-6:45 p.m. 9/11-10/30 11/6-12/11 1/8-2/26* HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE, FITNESS AND FUN!
Intermediate FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
8-17 yrs M 6:45-7:30 p.m. 9/11-10/30 11/6-12/11 1/8-2/26* Come and join fun filled fitness activities and get
Fee: F $35/$70 per 8 week session homework help with math, reading, writing, science and
MW $26/$52 per 6 week session more. Parents, this program is designed to boost your
W $22/$44 per 5 week session child’s study, fitness habits, and self-confidence levels.
(*No class 1/15, 2/12 and 2/19) It is also great for households where English is a second
Billy Mitchell Jackie Robinson Community Center
language. Space is limited.

Beginner/Intermediate FALL MINI WINTER WINTER City Staff Villa-Parke Community Center

7-17 yrs Th 4:00-5:00 p.m. 9/7-10/26 11/9-12/14 1/11-3/1 8-12 yrs T-Th 4:00-6:00 p.m. PUSD-School Year
Fee: F/W $35.00/$70.00 per 8 week session Fee: Free
(*No class 11/23)

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SPORTS SUPER SOCCER STARS

Super Soccer Stars Developmental

KIDZ LOVE SOCCER Ages 5 - 7
The goal at this stage is to improve children’s elementary
Since 1979, Kidz Love Soccer has been dedicated to capacity through fun games, technical skill development,
teaching children the world’s most popular sport within and group activities. The primary focus is to increase
a nurturing, recreational environment. A typical session familiarity of space to enable children to develop
experience includes age appropriate activities such as skill team skills. Emphasizes the awareness of teammates
demonstrations, fun games, and instructional scrimmages. constantly so that these skills can be easily transferred
into the soccer game. To register, please visit www.
Young soccer enthusiasts experience soccer fun in a safe, supersoccerstars.com or call (310) 998-0010.
non-competitive environment. Kidz Love Soccer…”Where
the score is always FUN to FUN!”™ To register, please visit Super Soccer Stars Instructor Central Park (West Grass Area)
www.kidzlovesoccer.com or call (408) 774-4629. FALL WINTER

Soccer 1 5-7 yrs Tu 4:45-5:45 p.m. 9/5-11/28* 1/9-3/27
5-7 yrs Sa 11:30-12:30 p.m. 9/9-12/2* 1/6-3/31
Players will learn dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting, Fee: F/W $231 per 12 week session
age-specific defense, etc. Fun skill games are played at (*No class 11/21, 11/25)
every session and every participant will have a ball at his
or her feet. Small-sided soccer matches will be introduced Super Soccer Stars Instructor Hahamongna Park
gradually. Shin guards are required after the first meeting.
(Multipurpose Field)
Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Gwinn Park
WINTER FALL WINTER
FALL 1/22-3/5* 5-7 yrs Sa 12:15-1:15 p.m. 9/9-12/2* 1/6-3/31*
5-6 yrs M 3:45-4:30 p.m. 9/11-10/16 1/22-3/5*
5-6 yrs M 4:00-4:45 p.m. 9/11-10/16 Fee: F/W $231 per 12 week session
(*No class 11/25, 2/17)
Fee: F/W $78 per 6 week session
(*No class 2/19)
Super Soccer Stars Instructors Grant Park
FALL WINTER
Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Victory Park
WINTER 5-7 yrs Su 11:30-12:30 p.m. 9/10-12/3* 1/7-4/1*
FALL 2/3-3/10 Fee: F/W $315 per 12 week session
5-6 yrs Sa 4:20-5:05 p.m. 9/16-10/21 (*No class 11/26, 2/18)
Fee: F/W $78 per 6 week session

Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Washington Middle School Gym
MINI WINTER

5-6 yrs Sa 4:20-5:05 p.m. 11/18-12/16
Fee: MW $57 for 4 week session
(*No class on 11/25)

Soccer 2

Kids 7-10 years of age will enjoy advanced skill building,

dribbling, passing and shooting on a team. All levels are

welcome to come enjoy the world's most popular game.

Shin guards are required after the first meeting.

Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Washington Middle School Gym

MINI WINTER

7-10 yrs Sa 2:30-3:15 p.m. 11/18-12/16 Ages 7 - 10
Fee: MW $57 per 4 week session The focal point at this age group is to improve your
(*No class on 11/25) child’s elementary capacity through fun games, technical
skill development and group activities like small sided
Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Victory Park games. This Super Soccer Stars class emphasizes spatial
FALL WINTER awareness and teammates, encouraging team work.
7-10 yrs Sa 2:30-3:15 p.m. 9/16-10/21 2/3-3/10 Repetitious ball skill activities are used to promote muscle
Fee: F/W $78 per 6 week session memory and build confidence. Basic tactical activities are
also introduced at this age. To register, please visit www.
register now! supersoccerstars.com or call (310) 998-0010.

Super Soccer Stars Instructors Central Park (West Grass Area)

visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve FALL WINTER
7-10 yrs Sa 12:25-1:25 p.m. 9/9-12/2* 1/6-3/31*
Fee: F/W $231 per 12 week session
(*No class 11/25, 2/17)

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FALL TRAININGS & LEAGUES YOUTH COED FALL VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE- NEW

The Fall Coed Youth Volleyball League will introduce girls
and boys in 3rd-8th grade to the basic fundamentals of
volleyball including proper footwork, serving, setting,
hitting, and passing while improving players hand/eye
coordination and physical fitness of participants. Teams
will be allowed up to three male players on the court at
one time. Practices will begin the week of August 28,
2017. Regular season games will be held on Tuesdays,
Wednesdays, and Thursdays at various facilities including
Victory Park, McKinley School, and Washington Middle
School.

Boys & Girls Divisions Season begins
3rd-8th Gr. C-3rd-4th; B-5th-6th; A-7th- 8th 10/10
Registration opens: Wednesday, July 5, 2017
Fee: $60/$75
YOUTH
FALL YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE FALL CLINICS & TOURNAMENTS

The Fall Youth Flag Football League will introduce boys PRESEASON YOUTH VOLLEYBALL CLINICS
and girls in grades 3rd-8th to the basic fundamentals
of flag football including proper footwork, running, Citywide Youth Sports instructors, coaches, trained
blocking, passing, and receiving, while improving hand/ clinicians, and volunteers will lead participants through
eye coordination. Beginning the week of August 14th, a series of drills, stretching, and conditioning drills. In
practices for teams forming at Robinson Park, McKinley addition, the clinics will focus on the fundamentals of
School, and Victory Park will begin. Participants wishing volleyball including serving, setting, hitting, passing, and
to enter the league, but not on a current team, will be blocking. Clinics are designed to prepare participants for
referred to teams at Victory Park, Robinson Park, Villa- practices and the City of Pasadena Youth Girls Volleyball
Parke, or their respective local schools. Leagues, which start in October 2017.

Each team will play a minimum of 5-6 regular season Victory Park Gymnasium
games. The top teams from each league will advance to
the Fall Flag Football Playoffs. Games for 3rd-6th grades 3rd-8th Gr. Sa 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 8/26 Free
are played Saturday at the Villa Parke Turf Soccer Field, McKinley Middle School Gymnasium
while games for 7th-8th grades are played on Monday and
Wednesday at the Robinson Park Turf Football Field. 3rd-8th Gr. Sa 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 9/9 Free

Divisions Season dates PASADENA PRESEASON BASKETBALL
9-14 yrs C 3rd-4th; B 5th-6th; A 7th-8th 9/16-11/4* SHOOTOUT
Registration starts: Monday, July 5, 2017
Fee: $60/$75 The City of Pasadena's Citywide Youth Sports Division will
host the 4th Annual Pasadena PreSeason Youth Basketball
(*No games on 9/23) Shootout on December 9th. Boys & Girls teams will be
invited to participate in one of the most competitive
FLAG FOOTBALL- MIGHTY MITE TRAINING & basketball shootouts in the region. Registration for teams
LEAGUE will open October 21, 2017.

Children ages 4-8 are introduced to the basic Fee: $100 for Pasadena based teams
fundamentals of the football including footwork, blocking, $150 for non-Pasadena based teams
passing, receiving, running, and hand-eye coordination.
This program places an emphasis on the importance For more information, please call Victory Park Recreation Center at (626)
of stretching, fitness, and conditioning in a fun and 744-7500.
safe environment. Following three weeks of training,
participants will be divided into teams and begin playing SUBSCRIBE TO OUR
non-competitive games. Practice sessions and games are monthly e-newsletter
held at the Villa-Parke Multi-Purpose field.
visit ww5.cityofpasadena.net/humanservices
Season dates
4-8 yrs Mighty Mites 4-5, Mighty Mites 6-8 9/16-11/4*
Time: 9:15 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Fee: $60/$75

Registration starts: Monday, July 5, 2017
Location: Villa-Parke Multi-Purpose Field

(*No games on 9/23)

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WINTER TRAININGS & LEAGUES FVaislitl

2018 WINTER MIGHTY MITES BASKETBALL Campour new website atAdve tureswww.cityofpasadena.net/humanservices
TRAINING & LEAGUE
November 20, 21, 22 (Closed November 23 and 24)
The Pasadena Winter Mighty Mites Basketball League 5 to 13 years old
will introduce boys and girls ages 4-8 to the basic 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
fundamentals of basketball including shooting, dribbling, Villa Parke // 363 E Villa St, Pasadena, CA 91101
passing, and defense during a three-week training
program. Following training, participants are divided into PUSD will be closed for the entire week of
teams and begin playing league games. Age Divisions: Thanksgiving and we have just the thing to keep
4-5, 6-8. your kids active and engaged. Join us for three days
of fun and adventure. Activities include cooking,
Victory Park Center arts and crafts, sports and an all-day field trip.
Participants must be Pasadena residents or attend
Divisions Season begins PUSD. For more information, please call
4-8 yrs Mighty Mites 4-5 & 6-8 1/6/18-2/17/18 (626) 744-7330.
Time: 8:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Fee: $60/$75 $50 Resident $65 Non-Resident
Registration opens: Saturday, October 21, 2017

2018 WINTER YOUTH BASKETBALL - LEAGUE

The Winter Youth Basketball League will introduce
boys and girls in grades 3rd-8th to basic and advanced
basketball fundamentals including ball-handling, shooting,
passing, offensive, and defensive principles. The league
is designed to offer recreation (lower division) and
competitive (upper division) league play for teams.

Participants wishing to enter the league, but not on a
current team, will be referred to teams at Victory Park,
Villa-Parke, McKinley School, Washington Middle School,
or their respective local schools.

Each team will play a minimum of 5-6 regular season
games. The top teams from each league will advance to
the Winter Youth Basketball Playoffs. Games for 3rd-6th
grades are played Saturdays, while games for 7th-8th
grades are played on Thursdays and Fridays.

Victory Park, McKinley School, Washington Middle School,
and Villa Parke (if necessary)
Divisions Season begins
9 - 14 yrs Division C- 3rd-4th Gr. 1/6/18
Division B- 5th-6th Gr.
Division A- 7th-8th Gr.
Fee: $60/$70
Registration starts: Saturday, October 21, 2017

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Youth Sports youth boxing gym YOUTH
Directory membership

AYSO (Soccer League) Monday-Friday from 1:00-8:00 P.M.
Registration information: Ages: 8 - 17
700 W. Woodbury Rd. Unit E. Boys and girls welcome!
Altadena, CA 91001
www.ayso13.org • Develop discipline, form, fitness, and technique
Northwest Pasadena Ponies through boxing
(Youth Football & Cheerleading)
Monique McMillen - President • Strength and conditioning training
(626) 408-5462 • Youth boxing & 4fitness training
email: [email protected] • After school Olympic-style boxing and physical
www.pasadenaponies.com
Pasadena American Little League (Baseball) fitness
Dennis Clougherty • Advanced boxing for competition
(626) 796-3275 or pallbb.org • Villa-Parke/Police Athletic League (PAL) boxing
email: [email protected]
Pasadena Rugby Football Club course
email: [email protected]
www.pasadenarfc.com Instructor: Fausto De La Torre
Pasadena Lacrosse Location: Villa-Parke Community Center
Paul Onufer - Director
email: [email protected] 6 month membership fee
www.pasadenalacrosse.org
Pasadena Panthers $20 Resident $40 Non-Resident
(Youth Football & Cheerleading)
Jason Betts - President
(626) 298-2805
email: [email protected]
www.leaguelineup.com/paspanthers
Pasadena Southwest Little League (Baseball)
Bill Marelich
email: [email protected]
www.pswll.com
Pasadena Trojans Pop Warner
(Youth Football & Cheerleading)
Gaby Jones - President
email: [email protected]
www.pasadenapopwarner.com
West Pasadena Little League (Baseball)
Beverly Bogar - West Pasadena President
(626) 483-9299
Rick Caldwell - District Administrator
(626) 252-5442
www.leagueline.com/westpasadena

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EST. 1989 YOUTH SOCCER

V.P.Y.S.L VILLA-PARKE
VILLA
YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUEPARKE

VILLA-PARKE RECREATIONAL YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE

The Villa-Parke Youth Soccer League was established in the 1970’s and continues to thrive. The
league encourages skill development in a fun recreational atmosphere. Quality coaching and
competitive matches make this league a great fit for all skill and experience levels. Last season,
the league included 84 co-ed teams and over 1,600 participants in seven age divisions. The
program also features a girls’ league. We hope you will join us for the 2018 season from March 3
to June 30.

For more information, please contact:
Jorge Carcamo at (626) 744-6514, [email protected]
For more information on the girls’ league, contact:
Marco Bermudez at (626) 744-6511, [email protected].

REGISTRATION BY DIVISION ONLY // INSCRIPCION POR DIVISION SOLAMENTE

Early Bird Registration // Division // División Birth Year // Año de nacimiento Date // Fecha
Inscripción temprana
Mascots ’14, ’13, ‘12 Nov. 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 11
6th ’11, ‘10 Nov. 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 11
5th ’09, ‘08 Nov. 16, 17, 18
Dec. 1, 2
4th ’07, ‘06 Dec. 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16
3rd ’05, ‘04 Dec. 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16
2nd ’03, ‘02 Jan. 11, 12, 13
1st ’01, ’00, ‘99 Jan. 11, 12, 13

Open Registration // All Divisions All DOB Jan. 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27
Inscripción abierta

REGISTRATION HOURS // HORAS DE INSCRIPCION

Thursday and Friday // Jueves y Viernes 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday // Sábado 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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REGISTRATION FEE // VALOR DE LA INSCRIPCIÓN

Early Bird Registration // Open Registration //
Inscripción temprana Inscripción abierta

Pasadena Residents or PUSD Students $42.00 $53.00
Residentes de Pasadena
O estudiantes de PUSD $90.00

Non-Residents and Non-PUSD Students $70.00
No residentes y No estudiantes de PUSD

REGISTRATION DOCUMENTS// DOCUMENTOS DE REGISTRO

Child’s birth certificate, passport, or school ID with D.O.B. only. Pasadena
residents need proof of residence – Driver’s license, California ID or utility bill.

REGISTER ONLINE AT // INSCRIPCION EN LINEA EN

www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

LAST DAY TO REGISTER // ULTIMO DIA DE INSCRIPCIONES

January 27, 2018 // Enero 27, 2018

For more information, please contact:
Jorge Carcamo at (626) 744-6514, [email protected]
For more information on the girl’s league, contact:
Marco Bermudez at (626) 744-6511, [email protected].

Volunteer

Soccer Coaches

Needed for 2018 Season!

For more information, please call Jorge Carcamo at (626) 744-6514.

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Fall 2017 & Winter 2017-2018 iTennis Group Lessons

Sept. 4th to Nov. 12th (10 classes) Learn the basics. Improve your game. Whatever your skill level, iTennis offers
Nov. 13th to Feb. 4th (10 classes) group clinics and workouts all year long. Join any time and pay a prorated fee. No
Classes continue year-round! more than 8 students per court. Please visit our website at
www.RoseBowlTennis.com, for the most up-to-date schedule and locations.

Pasadena Class Locations Eaton Blanche Park
3100 Del Mar Boulevard
Rose Bowl Tennis Center Grant Park
232 South Michigan Avenue
Brookside Park: 360 N. Arroyo Blvd.

Tiny Tots (1 hr) 4-6 year olds Adult Beginner I (1.5 hrs) No prior tennis experience
RBTC: Mon-Tue 4:00pm, Thu 5:00pm, Sat 8:30am, RBTC: Mon & Wed 7:30pm, Thu 6:00pm, Sun 9:00am
GRANT: Mon 6:30pm
Sat 9:30am EATON: Tue 6:30pm

GRANT: Mon 4:30pm Adult Beginner II (1.5 hrs) NTRP 2.0-3.0
RBTC: Mon 9:00am & 7:30pm;
Future Stars (1 hr) 6-8 year olds Wed 9:00am, 6:00pm, 7:30pm;
RBTC: Mon-Wed 4:00pm, Tue & Thu 5:00pm, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 9:00am, Sun 9:00am
Fri 4:00pm, Sat 8:30 & 9:30am GRANT: Wed 6:30pm, Sat 10:00am
GRANT: Mon 5:30pm, Wed 4:30pm
EATON: Tue 4:30pm Adult Intermediate I (1.5 hrs) NTRP 3.0-3.5
RBTC: Mon 6:00pm & 7:30pm, Wed 7:30pm,
Big Hitters (1 hr) 8-10 year olds Thu 7:30pm, Sun 10:30am
RBTC: Mon-Fri 5:00pm, Sat 8:30 & 9:30am
GRANT: Wed 5:30pm, Sat 9:00am Adult Intermediate II (1.5 hrs) NTRP 3.5-4.0
EATON: Tue 5:30pm RBTC: Tue 7:30pm, Thu 7:30pm, Sun 10:30am

Big Hitters II (1 hr) 8-10 year olds Adult Advanced I (1.5 hrs) NTRP 4.0-4.5
RBTC: Wed 4:30pm, Sat 10:30am RBTC: Tue 7:30pm, Thu 7:30pm

Jr Development I (1.5 hrs) 10-12 year olds iTennis Camps
RBTC: Mon-Wed 4:30pm, Thu 6:00pm, Sat 10:30am iTennis welcomes players of all levels and ages 6-16 to
participate in one of our week-long camps (Summer,
Jr Development II & III(1.5 hrs) 10-12 year olds Winter, and Spring). Morning tennis is balanced with
RBTC: Mon-Wed 6:00pm, Sat & Sun 10:30am (Sun III) afternoon recreational activities. Please visit our
website for more info: www.RoseBowlTennis.com.
Academy (2 hrs) Tournament & High School Varsity
RBTC: Fri 6:30pm (Invitation only; please inquire)

Junior Team Tennis Wanting a class at another park or time?
Ready to compete? Join a spring or fall iTennis If you do not see a class listed above or on our web-
Junior Tennis team. Novice through advanced teams site that works for you, please e-mail us in order that
are available in the 10U, 14U, and 18U divisions. we may look to setup a private lesson or group class
Registration begins in February for Spring and that works for you at one of Pasadena’s parks. Please
September for fall. www.RoseBowlTennis.com. send your request or inquiries to:
[email protected].

Class time subject to change. Please contact our office before coming to a class.

iTennis is the Mailing Address & Contact Info
City of Pasadena’s official 920 Lohman Lane, South Pasadena, CA 91030

tennis operator for all Office: (626) 325-8366 eFax (626) 628-1936
lessons, league play [email protected]
www.rosebowltennis.com
and tournaments.

This flier is not endorsed or sponsored by PUSD. Any involvement by PUSD employee is in their capacity as private citizens.

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LPTEC

la pintoresca teen education center

NEW! LPTEC Membership Fee: $25

monday through friday
Fall/winter hours 2:00 to 6:00 pm

1415 n. raymond ave. APPETIZERS & SMALL PLATES - NEW! TEENS
pasadena ca, 91103
Start your party off right with these party food ideas and
(626) 345-0706 easy appetizer recipes for dips, spreads, finger foods, and
appetizers. This round-up of recipes make it easy to find
Follow & Like us! the perfect hot, cold, or easy appetizer for any occasion.
From Buffalo Wings, to Deviled Eggs, Mini Burgers,
@LPTEC and Sweet Potato Fries, you will enjoy preparing these
La Pintoresca Teen Education Center delicious small plates.

Jaytiana Williams La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center
11-18yrs W 5:00-6:00 p.m. FALL
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee 9/6- 10/25

CHOOSE MY PLATE COOKING CLASS

Choose My Plate cooking class reinforces teens to find

healthy eating styles to build throughout their lifetime.

MyPlate recipes offer ideas and tips to help participants

create a healthier eating style and improve their health.

This interactive class guides students through flavorsome

recipes like Spicy Chicken Burgers, Whole Wheat Pizza’s,

Grilled Turkey with Corn, and more while adhering to

MyPlate.gov dietary guidelines. Students will create a

nutritional cookbook throughout this class.
Jaytiana Williams La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center

WINTER
11-18 yrs W 5:00-6:00 p.m. 1/10 - 2/28
ALIVE & FREE Fee: Free

The “Alive & Free Prescription” works to change beliefs, CROCHET - NEW!
attitudes, values, and actions that promote violence.
Alive & Free identifies and addresses the symptomatic Calling all yarn lovers! You will quickly learn all the
thinking that puts young people at risk (Commandments
of Violence), the actions that put young people at risk basics of crochet, from how to hold the yarn and hook to
for violence (Risk Factors), the feelings and emotions
that contribute to violent behavior (Emotional Residue crocheting basic stitches including chain stitch, slip stitch,
of Anger, Fear, and Pain), and the Rules for Living that
promote positive lifestyle choices. Young people who single crochet, half-double crochet, and double crochet.
learn the Alive & Free Prescription also have a new set of
life skills to make choices that help them go to college, Class projects include a scarf, a beanie, and lap blanket in
succeed in life, and give back to their communities.
an assortment of yarns. Creations can be given as gifts,

kept for yourself, sold at craft fairs, local farmers markets,

or online. La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center

Elizabeth Luna

D'Veal Family & Youth Service La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center MINI WINTER WINTER
11-18yrs W 4:00-5:00 p.m. 11/8-12/13 1/10-2/28
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee
11-18yrs Tu 4:00-5:00 p.m. 9/5-10/24 11/7-12/12 1/9-2/27
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee
(*No class 1/2,1/16,2/13,2/20)

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DOCUMENTARY PHOTO HOLIDAY DESSERT CREATIONS - NEW!

Photographers are storytellers who use their cameras Calling all chefs!! LPTEC’s Holiday Dessert Creations will
to capture people, places, and events. Join our digital
photography class and learn to tell your story using visual instruct teens on how to prepare decadent desserts that
aids to capture your imagination. Have fun taking pictures,
gain a basic understanding of photographic techniques will keep them warm and cozy all winter long. Whether
and begin to creatively use Photoshop to transform
your images into works of art. Students will also learn you crave sweet, savory, decadent or healthy, we have
to digitally share their photos on iPhoto using the latest
iMac software. Participants will learn to identify the best Holiday Dessert Creations to satisfy anyone’s taste
images for a final exhibition.
buds. Be prepared to learn new techniques ahead of the

holidays. La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center

Jaytiana Williams

MINI WINTER
11-18yrs W 5:00-6:00p.m. 11/8-12/13
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee
Angela Aguirre La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center
MINI WINTER HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE
11-18yrs Th 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee 11/9-12/14

DIY The homework assistance program assists middle
school and high school students with weekly homework
If you are a creative person looking for a way to discover assignments, school projects, and time management skills.
your artistic talents in a relaxed and professional setting The program offers students a chance to accumulate
then join the Do It Yourself crafting class. DIY is open points for completed homework assignments towards a
to all skill level crafters. New and exciting projects are free meal or snack certificate to local restaurants including
presented on a weekly basis including but not limited to Islands, Blaze Pizza, BJ’s, Coco’s, or Sharkey’s.
T-Shirt Recycling, Fidget Spinners, Duct Tape Wallets,
Dream Catchers, and more. LPTEC Staff La Pintoresca
Teen Ed Center FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
Jaytiana Williams La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center 9/5-10/26 11/6-12/14 1/8-3/1
MINI WINTER WINTER 11-18yrs M-Th 3:00-4:00 p.m.
11-18yrs W 4:00-5:00 p.m. (*No Class 9/4, 11/10)
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee 11/8-12/13 1/10-2/28 Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee

FASHION DESIGN - NEW! LEADING LADIES

A beginner’s look into Fashion Design. Learn to sketch, The Leading Ladies mentoring program empowers
middle and high school girls to become confident, self-
become familiar with sewing tools, and create vision directed, and exceptional leaders by providing them
with opportunities to excavate their personal power.
boards to showcase aesthetics and bring future designs to The instructor presents on various issues such as
feminism, school, etiquette, career development, college
life. Students will learn how to implement basic pattern preparation, relationships, health education, makeup,
fashion and much more.
drafting techniques in order to construct either a pair of

pants, shorts, or skirt by the end of the session. We strive

to empower students with new skills, fashion knowledge,

and provide them with a creative experience. Natalie Patterson La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center
Edwin Bodney La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center
11-18yrs M 5:00-6:00 p.m. FALL WINTER
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee 9/11-10/30 1/8-2/26
11-18yrs Th 4:00-5:00 p.m. 9/7-10/26 11/9-12/14 1/11-3/1

Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee

GRAPHIC DESIGN MIXED MEDIA MADNESS

Develop your creative skills in this introduction to the Learn basic principles of design while exploring a wide

fundamentals of graphic design. Learn how to use variety of materials, techniques and processes. Express

Photoshop tools and enhance your knowledge of visual yourself in 2D and 3D using painting, printing, and collage

communication, color, composition, and scale. Learn as well as assembling art pieces using “found” materials

simple strategies to pursue your work outside of the and non-traditional approaches.
Joey Sanchez La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center
traditional digital lab.
La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center Armory Center for the Arts
Joey Sanchez
WINTER
Armory Center for the Arts 11-18yrs M 4:00-5:30 p.m. 1/8-3/19
(*No class 1/15, 2/12, 2/19)
FALL Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee
11-18yrs M 4:00-5:30 p.m. 9/11-10/30

Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee

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MODEL CARS - NEW! TEEN SPECIAL EVENTS

Build a model car from scratch! This class will guide Back 2 School Rally & Open House
Tuesday, August 15, 2017 | 4:00-6:00 p.m.
participants through the building of different types of Discover the new and exciting programs offered to
middle and high school students at the 2017 LPTEC
kits, detailing, converting and scratch building model Open House.

cars. Class will demonstrate how to hand paint parts, Latino Heritage Film Festival
Friday, October 6th & 13th, 2017 | 4:00-6:00 p.m.
chrome flock, put together and paint an engine, proper October is Latino Heritage Month! Expand your
knowledge of the richness of Latino culture by
usage of glue, install hydraulics, learn to wire switches and watching classic films celebrating Latino history.
Popcorn will be provided!
batteries, install the right type of wheels and tires to get
Anti-Bullying Youth Forum
the right look. La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center Thursday, October 19, 2017 | 4:00-6:00 p.m.
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER October is Bullying Prevention Awareness Month.
Raymond Jackson Celebrate the Week without Violence by joining us
for a youth discussion forum to raise awareness of the
dangers associated with bullying.
11-18yrs Tu 5:00-6:00 p.m 9/5-10/24 11/14-12/12 1/9-2/27
Theme Park Thrill
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee Friday, October 27, 2017 | 3:00-11:00 p.m.
LPTEC will celebrate the back to school student
POETRY success with a Theme Park Thrill event. Cost $20.00 TEENS
Transportation and Meal Ticket Provided. Permission
The teen poetry and creative writing class encourages Slip required.

students to voice their opinion through a variety of self- Teens Giveback: Toy Giveaway
Friday, December 15, 2017 | 4:00-6:00 p.m.
discovery themes. Students will be introduced to poetry/ Santa’s teen helpers are giving back this holiday
season. Festivities include face painting, arts & crafts,
spoken work, famous and undiscovered poets, social and toy giveaway. LPTEC Families are required to pre-
register beginning on Tuesday, December 5.
implications of poetry, poetry in music/lyrics, and sharing
2018 New Year’s Resolution: Vision Boards
their work with other passionate writers. Friday, January 12, 2018 | 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Angela Aguirre La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center Join us for a New Year’s Resolution workshop designed
to plan your academic, professional, or personal goals
FALL by preparing Vision Boards that can help you stay on
11-18yrs Th 5:00-6:00 p.m. 9/7-10/26 track of achieving your resolutions.
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee
MLK film review: Selma at LPTEC
TEEN TALK Friday, January 12, 2018 | 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Celebrate Martin Luther King Day by watching the
Join us for Teen Talk, the discussion based safe space chronicle of his campaign to secure equal voting
rights via an epic march from Selma to Montgomery,
where teens can openly ask questions and get answers Alabama in 1965.

from a professional about everything from depression, Billiard Tournament
Friday, January 26, 2018 | 4:00-6:00 p.m.
safe sex, STDs, body image, masculinity, dating, trauma, Join us for a fun, but competitive, co-ed billiards
tournament. Sign up in the game room. This activity is
physical and mental disabilities, the truth about getting open to teens ages 11-18. Don’t miss out on all the fun!

help, and more! Help us break the stigma around getting Valentine’s Day Random Act of Kindness Workshop
Friday, February 9, 2018 | 4:00-6:00 p.m.
help. Don’t miss out on your chance to educate yourself Spread the love this Valentine’s Day by creating cards
that will send messages of encouragement. Cards will
on the stuff they don’t teach you in school. be delivered to IMPACT Drug and Alcohol Treatment
Center in Pasadena.
Pasadena Public Health Staff La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center
Black History Workshop Facilitated Ujima of P.C.C.
FALL Fridays, February 16, 2018 | 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
11-18yrs W 5:00-6:00 p.m. 9/6-10/25 Ujima students will provide information for LPTEC
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee participants that will enhance and accelerate
the personal, social and academic growth and
WORKOUT FRIDAYS development of the African-American student
in college life. Free popcorn and fresh lemonade
If you’re interested in spicing up your workout routine, provided!
then consider Workout Fridays at the Teen Center. Get
moving in a fun and creative way with classes such as ww5.cityofpasadena.net/humanservices 23
Zumba, Yoga, Dance, and Cardio. With these awesome
workouts, you can slim down and tone up without
realizing it. Participants will create a profile on the Super
Tracker App and be challenged to healthy eating and
physical activity through friendly competition
using the MyPlate Challenges.

LPTEC Staff La Pintoresca Teen
Ed Center

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
11-18yrs F 4:00-5:00 p.m. 9/8-10/27 11/17-12/15 1/12-3/2
(No class 11/24)
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee

PASADENA YOUTH COUNCIL PASADENA YOUTH AMBASSADORS

The Pasadena Youth Ambassador Program began in
2001 to provide job experience to high school students
through participation at special events held by both non-
profit and for-profit organizations in the city of Pasadena.
The program provides opportunities for Ambassadors
to gain valuable work experience by exposing them to
various opportunities such as being docents, attending
conferences, planning events, and being spokespersons
for the program. In addition, Ambassadors become city
employees and active members of the community.

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Pasadena Youth Council provides youth ages 12 to 18
the opportunity to participate in the democratic process
through meaningful roles in public policy, planning and
decision-making, which can lead to improved outcomes
for youth and the community.

Meetings are held at: Ambassador Program Opportunities Include:
City Hall
100 North Garfield Avenue • Pasadena Art Night
Grand Conference Room S038 • Walt Jackson’s Wednesday Meals
• FAFSA and Scholarship training
1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month • Ronald McDonald’s House of Charity – Walk for Kids
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. • Pasadena Heritage Historical Housing Tours
All youth welcome!
Program Benefits:
Past Youth Council events, forums, and projects include:
• Proclamation on Bullying • Exposes students to new experiences and opportunities
• Annual Networking Event • Builds confidence
• Week of Kindness • Creates leadership skills
• Mayor’s Tree Lighting • Provides work readiness training
• Stamp Out For Hunger
• Tree Planting Program Requirements:
• Operation Gobble
• Collaborate PASadena • Age range: 14 – 18
• Youth Master Plan • Attend a high school in Pasadena
• Youth Enrichment Service Grant Program • Maintains a 2.5+ GPA
• Must have access to email and internet
APPLICATION DEADLINE • Enjoy working with people and have a positive attitude
Spring 2018 Session
Friday, December 8, 2017 To sign up for waitlist, please visit http://ww5.
Application available online at http://cityofpasadena.net/ cityofpasadena.net/northwest/youth-ambassadors.
humanservices/pasadena_youth_council/.
For more information, please contact Elizabeth Luna at For more information, please contact Ashley Carrasco at
(626) 345-0708 or [email protected]. 626-744-6879 or [email protected].

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ADULTS HEALTH & FITNESS

DANCE DANCE FOR HEALTH SALSA WORKOUT

AEROBICS DANCE FITNESS Dance and exercise with a very lively, active group. Build
cardiovascular fitness and maintain a physically fit body.
Must obtain a referral from CHAP Care to participate.

Let’s dance! This tried and true workout will get you CHAP Care Staff Jackie Robinson Community Center
in shape while building flexibility, strength, stamina,
coordination, muscle tone and balance through fun, FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
repeated movement of all of the muscle groups with very 18 + M,W,Th 5:30-6:30 p.m. 9/4-10/26 10/30-12/14 1/8-3/1
low impact. This popular, coed class is a perfect way to Fee: Free
dust off those sneakers and get back in shape!
JU JITSU

Staff Villa-Parke Community Center Ju Jitsu was developed as an unarmed combat, self- ADULT
defense technique by the Samurai warriors of feudal
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER Japan. Traditional Ju Jitsu techniques place an emphasis
15 + M,W,F 5:15-6:15 p.m. 9/6-10/27 11/6-12/15 1/8-3/2 on throwing (Nage Waza), immobilizing and pinning
Fee: F/W $35/$70 per 8 week session (Osaekomi waza), joint-locking (Kansetsu waza) and
MW: $26/$52 per 6 week session choking (Shime waza), to enable an unarmed Samurai
(*No class 11/10, 11/24, 1/15, 2/12, and 2/19) warrior to defend against an armored opponent in
battle.Ju Jitsu is recognized as the parent martial art
of Karate, Judo and Aikido as well as influencing many
other fighting styles currently used in mixed martial arts
competitions and sporting events worldwide. At the end
of each session, belts and certificates are available from
Instructors for $20 or students may elect to purchase
their own.

Tony Grady Villa-Parke Community Center

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
18+ Sa 10:00-11:30 a.m. 9/9-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/13-3/3
Fee: F/W: $52/$104 per 8 week session
MW: $39/$78 per 6 week session

T’AI CHI CH’UAN

BALLET FOLKLORICO Increase your inner strength! T’ai Chi Ch’uan is an internal
Chinese Martial Art that promotes relaxation, balance,
flexibility, and strength. Tai Chi works to help restore the
balance between one's physical, mental, and spiritual
natures. With regular practice, one will eventually develop
instinctive self-defense skills.

Baila con nosotros! Join this fun and popular dance Dede Nardini Victory Park Recreation Center
program. Students will learn the rich movements of this
traditional Mexican heritage dance as well as the unique Beginner FALL WINTER
dances that represent each state in Mexico. The program 18 + Th 11:15-12:30 p.m. 9/8-11/10 1/5-3/9
includes both instruction and opportunities to perform. Intermediate 1/5-3/9
Participants will learn choreography, increase their 18 + Th 10:00-11:15 a.m. 9/8-11/10
fitness levels and will enjoy this traditional art of dance Fee: $7 per class
expression.

Juan Espino Villa-Parke Community Center register now!

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve
15+ W, F 6:00-7:00 p.m. 9/6-10/27 11/8-12/15 1/10-3/2
Fee: F/W $35/$70 per 8 week session

MW $17/$34 per 4 week session
(*No class 11/10 and 11/24)
Silvia Patricia Navarro Villa-Parke Community Center

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
18 + Tu,Th 6:30-8:00 p.m. 9/5-10/26 11/7-12/14 1/9-3/1
Fee: F/W $35/$70 per 8 week session

MW $26/$52 per 6 week session

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NO GI BRAZILIAN JU JITSU/SUBMISSION WALKERS CLUB
GRAPPLING
Put on your walking shoes and leisurely walk around
Test your strength! No Gi Brazilian Ju Jitsu/Submission Robinson Park field. Meet at Jackie Robinson Community
Grappling is a sport in which the object is to submit your Center.
opponent using a variety of joint locks and chokes, or to
win the match on points. It is also used in mixed martial Staff Jackie Robinson Community Center
arts tournaments. Competitions in this sport resemble
Brazilian Ju Jitsu competitions, although competitors do FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
not usually wear Gis. This lack of Gi increases the amount 18 + M,W,F 9:00-10:00 a.m. 9/6-10/27* 10/30-12/15 1/8-3/2
of speed and athleticism required, and it also limits the Fee: Free
sweeping and submission options of the competitors. (*No Class 9/4, 12/18)
At the end of each session, belts and certificates are
available from Instructors for $20 or students may elect to WOMEN GET FIT BOXING CLASS - NEW!
purchase their own.
Join this supportive and empowering class! Join this fun,
Tony Grady Villa-Parke Community Center non-competitive, non-contact fitness introduction to
boxing class. Learn proper technique while increasing
Beginner FALL MINI WINTER WINTER body tone, cardio strength and confidence. All experience
18 + Th 7:00-8:30 p.m. 9/7-10/26 11/9-12/14* 1/11-3/1 and fitness levels welcome. For more information, please
18 + Sa 10:00-11:45 a.m. 9/9-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/13-3/3 contact Fausto De La Torre at (626) 744-6531, or by email
Fee: F/W $52/$104 per 8 week session [email protected].
MW $32/$64 per 5 week session
(*No class 11/23) Fausto De La Torre Villa-Parke Community Center
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
Advanced
18 + Sa 11:45-1:00 p.m. 9/9-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/13-3/3 18+ M/W/F 12:00-1:00 p.m. 9/6-10/27 11/6-12/15 1/8-3/2
Fee:$52/$104 per 8 week session Fee: F/W $35/$70 per 8 week session

$39/$78 per 6 week session MW $26/$52 per 6 week session
(*No class 11/10, 11/24, 1/15, 2/12, and 2/19)

VILLA-PARKE BOOTCAMP - NEW! WOMEN'S INDOOR SOCCER

Challenge yourself with this fast paced, calorie-burning Get fit and have fun! Women’s Indoor Soccer features
workout! Villa-Parke Bootcamp is geared toward all levels constant, end-to-end action, developing physical fitness
from beginner to advanced! in speed, power, coordination, and endurance. Recreation
games match teammates for a fun and exciting game for
Erik Lomeli Villa-Parke Community Center all participants.

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
18 + Sa 8:00-9:00 a.m. 9/9-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/13-3/3
Derrick Baker Villa-Parke Community Center
Fee: F/W $35/$70 per 8 week session FALL WINTER
MW: $26/$52 per 6 week session
15 + F 7:00-10:00 p.m. 9/8-10/27 1/5-3/9

VILLA-PARKE ADULT BOXING PROGRAM Fee: $15 per participant

(*No class 1/12 and 2/16)

The Villa-Parke Adult Boxing Program offers fitness WOW! DANCE ON THE MOVE
through boxing with development for competition on
a local, regional, national, and professional level. We Magical, transforming choreographed form of popular
focus on the basic fundamentals of boxing to develop dance performed without regard to race, gender, or
technique, skill, strength and conditioning. The ability age by a group of dancers in one or more lines. Develop
to move forward with sparring and competition will be cardiovascular fitness by strengthening the heart and
determined based on individual development. All phases increasing blood volume. This class will boost brain power
of training include a strong focus on physical fitness, by improving memory skills, tones the body, improves
nutrition and health. posture and balance, builds confidence, and provides
opportunities to build friendships. Call (626) 676-4968 for
We are now also offering the opportunity to our 50 and more information.
over members to compete as part of our Masters Division.

Fausto De La Torre Villa-Parke Community Center Rita Turner Jackie Robinson Community Center

18+ M/W/F 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. FALL MINI WINTER WINTER

T/TH 12:00-9:00 p.m. 18+ M 6:00-7:30 p.m. 9/4-10/23 10/30-12/18 1/8-3/5
Fee: Free
Fee: 6 month membership available (*No class 9/4, 12/18)

$60 Resident

$120 Non-Resident

$20 Seniors

(*Center closed 9/4, 11/10, 11/23, 11/24, 1/1, 1/15, 2/12, and 2/19)

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CITIZENSHIP

Join our class for an overview of US history and
government in preparation for the naturalization test. This
class is sponsored by San Gabriel Valley Literacy Council.

San Gabriel Literacy Council Villa-Parke Community Center

18 + M, W 9:30-11:00 a.m. 9/18-1/31 2/5-5/23
Fee: Free

DOMINOES CLUB

JRCC Dominoes Club meets every day at Jackie Robinson
Community Center.

Jackie Robinson Community Center
21 + M-F 12:00-6:00 p.m. Year-round

Sa 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. ADULT

Fee: Free
(No Class 9/4, 12/18)

ESL CLASS

YOGA Familiarize yourself with the English language. Partici-
pants will be introduced to English pronunciation, the al-
Namaste! Hatha yoga classes focus on safe strength and phabet, numbers and basic literacy (reading and writing).
flexibility development, breathing work, meditation, and This class is sponsored by the San Gabriel Valley Literacy
relaxation. Increase body awareness and fitness while Council.
enjoying the positive benefit of stress reduction. With
variations for simplicity and change, this class is great for San Gabriel Literacy Council Villa-Parke Community Center
beginner and intermediate students and anyone looking
for a place of peace and tranquility. Be sure to wear 18 + Sa 9:00-11:30 a.m. 9/23-2/3 2/10-5/26
comfortable clothing and abstain from eating an hour Jackie Robinson Community Center
before class.
18 + T,Th 6:00-8:00 p.m. Year-round*
Fee: Free

Marilyn Evans, RN, MA Victory Park Recreation Center FIRST FRIDAY SPEAKER SERIES - NEW

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER Come out and enjoy as guest speakers who deliver
18 + Th 8:45-10:00 a.m. 9/7-10/23 11/6-12/11 1/8-2/26 informative talks on topics such as fraud prevention,
home safety, nutrition, transportation (TAP cards), fall
Fee: $7 per class/ $8 for non-seniors prevention, and more.
Avry Budka Villa-Parke Community Center

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER Jackie Robinson Community Center

18 + Sa 1:45-3:00 p.m. 9/9-10/28 11/11-12/16 1/13-3/3 18 + F 10:00 -11:30 a.m. 9/1, 10/6, 11/3, 2/2, 3/2
Fee: F/W $35/$70 per 8 week session
Fee: Free
MW $26/$52 per 6 week session (No class 12/1, 1/5)

SPECIAL INTEREST PIANO CLASS

An introduction to piano for intermediate level students.
Advanced and ensemble by instructor approval.

CERAMICS Billy Mitchell Jackie Robinson Community Center

Class curriculum includes hand-building and glazing. No FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
experience necessary or required, join us and get your 18 + Th 5:00-6:00 p.m. 9/7-10/26 11/9-12/14 1/11-3/1
hands dirty and have fun! First bag of clay, firing and Fee: F/W $35/$70 per 8 week session
glazing of pieces produced in the studio is included in the MW $26/$52 per 6 week session
class fee. Each student must wear appropriate clothing,
including closed-toed shoes. Please bring an apron. register now!

Franchezska Zamora Villa-Parke Community Center visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
18 + Th 9:30-11:00 a.m. 9/7-10/26 11/9-12/14 1/11-3/1
Fee: F/W $52/$104 per 8 week session
MW $32/$64 per 5 week session

(*No class 11/24)

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COLLEGE COURSES BUSN 4403 - MANAGING A SMALL BUSINESS

Pasadena City College courses are being offered at Villa- Introduction to financial aspects of operating a small
Parke Community Center. business for bilingual students. Topics include starting and
operating a business, financing a small business, banking,
Please note: Dates reflect PCC academic school semester. and cash flow management. Total of 20 hours lecture.

Teresa Deukmedjian Villa-Parke Community Center

18 + Tu-F 9:00-11:15 a.m. 10/23-11/19 16 weeks
Fee: Free
BUSN 2611A - COMPUTER KEYBOARDING A-
BILINGUAL BUSN 4404 - MANAGING A SMALL BUSINESS

General overview of keyboarding techniques using Introduction to essential components of a small
the touch method for bilingual students. Emphasis on business plan for bilingual students. Topics include
keyboard mastery and preparation of basic documents. vision statement, product description, market analysis,
Total of 10 hours lecture and 26 hours laboratory. management team, marketing, company analysis, cash
flow statements, and revenue projections. Total of 20
Teresa Deukmedjian Villa-Parke Community Center hours lecture.
18 + M-W 6:00-8:05 p.m. 08/28-10/22 16 weeks
Teresa Deukmedjian Villa-Parke Community Center
Fee: Free

BUSN 2611B - COMPUTER KEYBOARDING A- 18 + Th-F 9:00-11:15 a.m. 11/20-12/17 16 weeks
BILINGUAL Fee: Free

General overview of keyboarding techniques for bilingual BUSN 7310 - COMPUTER MICROSOFT
students. Emphasis on the development of speed and WINDOWS APPLICATIONS
accuracy, and correct formatting of business documents
to produce documents that meet business standards. Introduction to the Microsoft Windows operating system
For students with prior keyboarding experience. for bilingual students. Topics include Windows desktop,
Recommended keyboarding speed of 25 words per help, file and folder management, accessing applications
minute. Total of 10 hours lecture and 44 hours laboratory. and communicating, and customizing a computer using
the control panel. Recommended keyboarding speed of
Teresa Deukmedjian Villa-Parke Community Center 25 words per minute. Total of 36 hours of lecture and 18
hours laboratory.
18 + M-W 6:00-9:08 p.m. 10/23-12/17 16 weeks
Fee: Free
Melisa Vasquez Villa-Parke Community Center

BUSN 4401 - HOW TO START YOUR OWN 18 + Tu-Th 6:00-7:35 p.m. 08/28-12/17 16 weeks
SMALL BUSINESS-BILINGUAL Fee: Free

Overview of knowledge, skills, and requirements for ESLN 1010A - ENGLISH AS A SECOND
starting a new small business for bilingual students. LANGUAGE - LEVEL 1 - CONDENSED
Emphasis on attitudes, resources, technology, and
networks involved in pursuing new business ventures in a Introduction to basic grammatical functions with
bilingual environment. Total of 20 hours lecture. an emphasis on the development of language skills
for listening with understanding and speaking to be
Teresa Deukmedjian Villa-Parke Community Center understood. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing
skills are integrated in basic life skills and basic work skills
18 + Th-F 9:00-11:15 a.m. 08/28-9/24 16 weeks themes encountered in everyday context. Total of 72
Fee: Free hours of lecture.

BUSN 4402 - MANAGING A SMALL BUSINESS Rocio Fernandez-Presa Villa-Parke Community Center
– BILINGUAL 18 + M-W 6:00-8:05 p.m. 08/28-12/17 16 weeks

Introduction to managing a small business for bilingual Fee: Free
students. Topics include handling workplace conflict,
human relations, problem-solving, workplace diversity, ESLN 1015A - ENGLISH AS A SECOND
marketing, and the role of the manager as leader for small LANGUAGE-LEVEL 2-CONDENSED
business ownership in a bilingual environment. Total of 20
hours lecture. Further practice of basic grammatical functions by em-

Teresa Deukmedjian Villa-Parke Community Center phasizing accurate oral and written communication at

high-beginning level. Listening, speaking, and reading

18 + Th-F 9:00-11:15 a.m. 9/25-10/22 16 weeks skills (some writing) are integrated for better understand-

Fee: Free ing of English used in daily life and everyday job skills.

Total of 72 hours lecture.

Rocio Fernandez-Presa Villa-Parke Community Center

18 + M-W 6:00-8:05 p.m. 08/28-12/17 16 weeks
Fee: Free

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SPORTS LASportsNet

Basketball - Football - Indoor Volleyball - Kickball

ASL-ADULT SOCCER LEAGUE FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE-COED

Ages: 18 and older. LASportsNet is running a 7v7 coed Flag Football League
Adult Men/Women/CoEd 7 v 7 soccer. Stay fit, build your under the lights on the pristine turf fields of Robinson
skills and have fun on the field! League prizes awarded to Park!
1st and 2nd place teams. Games are played every Sunday
outside of the Rose Bowl, on the state-of-the-art Villa- Come out and join us on Thursday nights at 10:00 p.m. for
Parke Synthetic Field, and at Hahamongna Park. All skill an exciting 9 weeks of play with top of the line equipment,
levels welcome! Season runs 8 to 10 weeks. paid and trained referees, player stat tracking, weekly
game recaps and league leader awards! Following the
$550 entry fee per team. games join LASN at their local sponsor bar for continued
$65 per individual plus $20 player ID card fee. fun as teams compete in social competitions!

For more information, contact Sherisse Tuck, ASL Presi- Both beginners and veteran players are welcome ADULT
dent, at (626) 840-7300 or email: pasadenasoccer@gmail. to join. To register for the upcoming season, visit
com. Visit us at www.adultsoccerleague.com. www.lasportsnet.com/PasadenaFlagFootball.

FASTBREAK 360 ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE See you on the field!

Join the competitive fun, build your skills and stay in INDOOR VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE 6V6 COED
shape! Pasadena Adult Basketball league games are
played at Victory Park with two referees. Track your LASportsNet is running a 6v6 coed Indoor Volleyball
skills development and performance with weekly game League on Monday nights at 8:00 p.m. at Victory Park.
statistics provided.
LASN Volleyball includes stat tracking, weekly MVP’s,
Each team plays a 10-game season, followed by playoffs. weekly game recaps, and overall fun. Following the games
the fun will continue as we will head over to our local
See you on the court! Four seasons per year are offered: sponsor bar for food, drinks and social competitions.
Days/hours: M, T, W 6:30-10:00 p.m.
Divisions: Open Levels Both beginners and veteran players are welcome to join.
Fee: $350 Team Registration + $35 Referee Fees To register for the upcoming season, visit
www.lasportsnet.com/PasadenaIndoorVolleyball.
For information, call Miguel Gutierrez at (323) 595-5135 or
visit their website at www.fastbreak360.com KICKBALL LEAGUE

MAJOR LEAGUE SOFTBALL LASportsNet brings you an All Grass, Full Stats-Based,
Fun-Induced Kickball League!
It's time for Pasadena Adult Softball! Men’s leagues Join the newest social sports organization in Pasadena.
play Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday afternoon/ With season and career stats, weekly game recaps, weekly
evening. Co-Ed leagues available Monday, Wednesday, and season league leader awards and social competitions,
Thursday and Sunday afternoon/evening. Games are LASports Net is a smarter way to play!
primarily at Brookside and Jefferson Parks.
Whether a seasoned veteran or just looking to come out
New entry $435 per team; Returning $400 per team for a 10-game season and meet new friends, this league is for you. Kickball
plus $20 per game for officials. games will take place on Sunday nights at 5:30 p.m. and
9:00 p.m. at Victory Park. To join in on the fun, visit www.
For information, contact Cathy of Major League Softball, lasportsnet.com /PasadenaKickball and get registered
at (818) 559-8787 extension 3. today!

WAKA KICKBALL LEAGUE BASKETBALL LEAGUE - COED

A truly co-ed social experience! If you’re interested in CoEd Pasadena Basketball LASN Style is back with a fun,
playing with a fun group of people, look no further! Meet social coed league with weekly and season MVP's, stat
new friends while getting some exercise and enjoying the tracking and more! Join us and see why LASportsnet is
beautiful Rose Bowl area. Registration is now open! "A Smarter Way to Play" 5 vs 5 Co-ed Basketball! Team
minimum: 9 players (2 Male or 2 Female). Each team plays
Adults, come join the fun and see why kickball isn’t just 8-regular season games. The top 8 teams advance to the
for kids! There is a place for you in WAKA no matter what LASN Playoffs. Games are played on Tuesday nights.
your talent level.
Registration is $75.00 per player. To register please visit
Games are played on Fridays from 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. at www.lasportsnet.com or email carlyn.couch@lasportsnet.
Brookside Park, Fields 2 & 3. Contact us at www.kickball. com if you have any questions.
com/Cacrown for more information and to join our league.

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SPECIALTY KIDSPACE

ARMORY Kidspace Children’s Museum is a non-profit 501c(3)
organization featuring exhibits, programs and activities
Armory Center for the Arts is a nonprofit, donor- that encourage a child’s growth and development through
supported organization offering innovative approaches exploration of the environment, investigations in science,
to creating, teaching and presenting the arts, through and artistic forms of expression that captivate the
classes and exhibitions at its main location in Pasadena, inquisitive and growing minds of children.
as well as a range of free programs in the community. For (626) 449-9144 | www.kidspacemuseum.org.
two decades, the Armory has trained professional artists
to use their expertise and enthusiasm to teach and inspire DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES
individuals of diverse ages and backgrounds.
Classes are offered by the Pasanita Obedience Club, Inc.
For more information about upcoming programs, please www.pasanita.com, and run continuously throughout the
call ARMORY CENTER FOR THE ARTS at (626) 792-5101. year on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Pasanita has been conducting dog obedience classes for
ARCHERY over 65 years in the Pasadena area.
Pasanita Staff (626) 797-7070
The Pasadena Roving Archers, Inc. (PRA) offers archery Brookside Park, 360 N. Arroyo Blvd.
lessons and tournaments at the historic 28 target
regulation Field Archery (roving) range in Lower Arroyo ROSE BOWL AQUATICS CENTER
Park. The City of Pasadena requires that archers who
use the Lower Arroyo Archery Range complete a For information on lap swimming, aerobic classes, fees,
Safety Certification Course, and display a City-issued year-round group and private lessons and recreation /
Credential. PRA conducts a Safety Certification Course family swim schedule of hours, call 626-564-0330 or visit
on the first Saturday of every month. Archery instruction us at www.rosebowlaquatics.org.
for beginners and intermediate archers is held every
Saturday morning. Archers of all ages are welcome. The LAWN BOWLING
beginning archery class is free. Additional classes are a
$5.00 donation per session. Equipment is provided for the The Pasadena Lawn Bowling Club, est. 1921, welcomes
archery instruction program. Field Archery Tournaments visitors to try the sport on Monday, Wednesday, Friday,
are held every Sunday and participants must have their and Saturday. Lawn Bowling offers moderate outdoor
own equipment. Tournament fees are $2 for members/$5 exercise and camaraderie for all ages. Free lessons can
for non-members. also be scheduled in advance.
We also offer croquet on weekends. For information call
For more information about the Pasadena Archery Range (626) 578-9165 or email at pasadenalawnbowlingclub@
and the Range Rules, please visit the City’s website at yahoo.com. Central Park, 275 S. Raymond Ave.
http://cityofpasadena.net/PublicWorks/archery_range/ or
contact PRA directly at (626) 460-0520. PASADENA SISTER CITIES COMMITTEE

PASADENA CASTING CLUB You are invited to join the Committee the 3rd Thursday of
each month at 7:00 p.m. We typically meet at the City Hall
Founded in 1947, the Pasadena Casting Club is a group Council Chambers, however, do check our website for any
of fly fishing enthusiasts dedicated to the art of angling updates or changes at www.pasadenasistercities.org.
and casting, conservation, education, catch and release At the beginning of every December, we accept
philosophy, and camaraderie through Club meetings, applications for our Student Exchange Program to
outings and events. Germany, Japan, Finland, Armenia, and China for the
following summer. Students must be ages 17 to 24. We
The Clubhouse and Casting Pool are located in the Lower are part of Sister Cities International and our current focus
Arroyo Seco Park in Pasadena. The Clubhouse is open is to start up a Youth Committee for Pasadena Sister
Sundays 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, with the exception of Cities and please contact us if interested. Please contact
major holidays. This is where Club members talk fishing, Angie Gomez at (626) 825-8645 for more information.
tie flies, practice casting, and browse the library with its
large collection of fishing books and DVDs. Visitors are ROLLER SKATING & IN-LINE SKATING
welcome, and there are experienced fly fishers available to
answer questions or to help you improve your casting. Ages: 4 & up
New combined class format brings adults and kids
Monthly membership meetings are held the 2nd Thursday together for inline skating. You’ll receive instruction at
of every month your own level and age group from different instructors
at the same time. Skates and all equipment are provided
- October – June at the San Marino Masonic Lodge, San at no extra charge during your lesson. Classes held at
Marino the Rose Bowl South Parking Lot. Join anytime, on-site
registration available. For more information, call California
-July – September at the PCC Clubhouse, Lower Arroyo Skate School at (888) 880-7655 or visit www.skateschool.
Seco Park, Pasadena com.

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ADAPTIVE & ADAPTIVE & INCLUSIVE RECREATION
INCLUSIVE
RECREATION

The City of Pasadena Human Services and Recreation ADAPTIVE ART PROGRAM
Department is committed to providing safe, enjoyable,
and inclusive recreation opportunities for all abilities. Express yourself! This program provides opportunities for
For additional information about Pasadena Adaptive and adults with disabilities to express themselves through art.
Inclusive Recreation (PAIR) please call (626) 744-4782. Instructors include an experienced art specialist and an
instructor assistant. Participants will explore their artistic
PAIR MEMBERSHIP skills through drawing and writing. Materials and supplies
are included in the fee.
Become a PAIR member now! PAIR membership is
available at no cost for children and adults with disabilities James Trivers and Victory Park Recreation Center
and is a prerequisite for Inclusion Services, Adult Adaptive Maria Gonzales
Recreation classes, and PAIR Excursions. FALL/WINTER
18 + W 6:00-7:30 p.m. 9/6/17- 2/28/18
INCLUSION SERVICES Fee: $50
Prerequisite: PAIR Membership
Inclusion services are available to facilitate the (*No class on 10/25, 11/22, 12/20, 12/27, 1/3)
participation of individuals with disabilities in recreation
activities offered by the Human Services and Recreation INTERACT
Department. For more information about guidelines
and how to register, visit ww5.cityofpasadena.net/ Join us for art, crafts, games, and music for adults with
humanservices/activity-type/adaptive-recreation. disabilities. The purpose of this program is to encourage
peer relationships, increase self-esteem and further
ADULT ADAPTIVE RECREATION independence through recreational activities.

Registration for all Fall/Winter Adult Adaptive Recreation Robin Moore Victory Park Recreation Center
classes opens on August 21, 2017, and closes on September
18, 2017. FALL/WINTER
18 + Sa 10:00-11:30 a.m. 9/9/17- 3/3/18
Fee: $50
Prerequisite: PAIR Membership

(*No class on 10/28, 11/25, 12/23, 12/30, 1/6)

PIONEER

Are you a planner who loves new experiences? This
group offers adults with disabilities the opportunity to
plan and implement various recreational projects, trips,
and activities for themselves. Fees for specific trips
and activities may be required in addition to the class
registration fee.

James Trivers and Victory Park Recreation Center
Maria Gonzales
FALL/WINTER
18 + Tu 6:00-8:00 p.m. 9/5/17- 2/27/18
Fee: $75
Prerequisite: PAIR Membership
(*No Class on 10/24, 11/21, 12/19, 12/26, 1/2)

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PAIR EXCURSIONS FRCIDOAYONPIGEHRTASTOICVIAELSPWRITOHGARBIALIMTYSFIRST

Excursions provide exciting opportunities for PAIR In cooperation with the City of Pasadena Human
Members to explore the local community by attending Services and Recreation Department’s Adaptive and
events and visiting attractions with PAIR staff. Inclusive Recreation program, AbilityFirst provides a
Transportation will be arranged for participants who take series of Friday Night Socials. This opportunity is open
Dial-A-Ride, so long as registration is received by the to participants of the City of Pasadena Adult Adaptive
deadline. Excursions are subject to change or cancellation Recreation classes.
and registration may be limited based on the nature of the
excursion. Interested persons can call Maria Gomez at (626) 768-
7024 at AbilityFirst in order to participate. A calendar of
upcoming Friday Night Socials can be obtained by calling

AbilityFirst or e-mailing them at [email protected].

MOVE A CHILD HIGHER (MACH 1)

MACH 1 is an equine assisted horsemanship and riding
program designed for children and adults with various
disabilities. The program is a PATH Intl (Professional
Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, Intl) Premier
Accredited Center that abides by its standards of safety
and practice. Fees are $35 for Pasadena residents
and $40 for non-residents, with an initial evaluation
before the lessons. The center is conveniently located
at the Pasadena Equestrian Center in the Hahamongna
Watershed Park, Pasadena. Volunteer opportunities are
available to volunteers (we train) who assist by leading
and side-walking the horses and students during lessons.

For more information, contact MACH 1 at (626) 695-2894
or [email protected]. Visit the MACH 1 website at
www.moveachildhigher.org and the MACH 1 Facebook
page to see what we're about.

MAYOR’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING SPECIAL OLYMPICS PASADENA

A fun and festive night of musical performances, free Special Olympics transforms lives through the joy of
refreshments, and a visit from Santa Clause! sports by providing free, year-round sports training
and athletic competition for children and adults with
PAIR Staff Pasadena City Hall intellectual disabilities. There are plenty of volunteer
18 + F 5:30-7:00 PM 12/1/17 opportunities such as coaching, fundraising, community
Fee: Free outreach, event planning, photography, officiating, and
Registration Deadline: : 11/17/17 time keeping/scoring, to name a few.
Prerequisite: PAIR Membership
For more information, contact Scott Evans, at (562) 502-
BLACK HISTORY FESTIVAL 1142 or [email protected], or visit www.sosc.org/lasgv.com.

The festival features live bands, dance performances, ROSE BOWL AQUATICS CENTER
community booths, and guest speakers! Therapeutic Program

PAIR Staff Jackie Robinson Community Center The Therapy & Teaching Pool strives to provide
18 + Sa 12:00-1:30 PM 2/17/18 therapeutic aquatic programs to improve the health &
Fee: Free functions of the entire community. This includes, but is not
Registration Deadline: 2/1/17 limited to, children & adults with functional impairments or
Prerequisite: PAIR Membership pain that limits their ability to exercise on land or perform
activities of daily living, and the rehabilitation of injured
register now! athletes of all ages. The pool is unique, specially designed,
and staffed to assist patrons.

For more information visit www.rosebowlaquatics.com or
call (626) 564-0330 ext.425.

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NUTRITION MAKE HALF YOUR PLATE FRUITS AND
VEGETABLES
& GARDENING
Take advantage of these local resources to meet the daily
recommended servings of fruits and veggies!

• Apply for a garden plot at the Villa Verde Rooftop
Garden.

• Shop for seasonal produce at the Villa-Parke
• Farmers’ Market* (Weekly on Tuesdays, 8:30am-12:30

pm).
• *Use your CalFresh EBT, WIC, and SSI to receive $10

vouchers for fruits and veggies.
• Sign up for nutrition classes with the Pasadena

Public Health Department’s Nutrition and Physical
Activity Program. Please contact Esmeralda Garcia at
[email protected] or call (626)744-6134.

The Villa-Parke Community Garden was created through FITNESSVILLA-PARKE CENTER
the support of the City of Pasadena, Little Green Fingers & Boxing gym
Children’s Garden Collaborative and Pasadena Community
Gardens Conservancy. MEMBERSHIP FEES

The Villa Verde Membership Status Fee for
Community Garden Youth/Senior Boxing or Fitness Center 6 months
includes two separate
garden areas: Villa Verde Resident $20.00
Rooftop Garden, serving
30 families, and the Head Start Garden, serving 80 pre-K Youth/Senior Boxing & Fitness Center Resident $30.00
pupils and their families. The community garden aligns
with the City of Pasadena Public Health Department’s Adult Weight Rm. or Boxing Gym Resident $60.00
mission to promote the physical, social and mental well-
being of Pasadena residents. Adult Boxing & Fitness Center Resident $90.00

Garden Hours: Youth/Senior Boxing or Fitness Center Non Res. $40.00

Mon - Fri • 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Youth/Senior Boxing & Fitness Ctr Combo. Non Res. $60.00
Sat • 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sun • Closed Adult Boxing Gym or Fitness Center Non Res. $120.00

For more information, please call the Villa-Parke Adult Boxing & Fitness Center Non Res. $180.00
Community Center at (626) 744-6530.

OPPORTUNITIES AT THE GARDEN

Apply for a garden plot. Garden plots are only $3-$6
per month. Pick up an application at the Villa-Parke
Community Center front counter.

COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES Weight Room: 15+
M-F 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Middle and High School students can receive community Age Sat. 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
service hours and credit by volunteering at the
Community Garden! For more information, please send an Days/Hours:
email to [email protected].
Boxing Gym:
M,W,F 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Days/Hours: T,TH 1:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.

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PARK & FACILITY RESERVATIONS

New!

Virtu l Tour Videos

Reserve a space for parties, picnics, sporting games and special events. From the beautiful and scenic
La Casita del Arroyo to picnic shelters and functional classrooms we have a space to meet your needs.
Visit our new website at http://ww5.cityofpasadena.net/humanservices/parks. We hope you find the new
website fresh and easy to use. Every section of the website has been revamped and improved, but the park
and facility reservations section is one of the most exciting updates. Be sure to check it out!
Reservation requests can be submitted online. For more information on available options and requirements,
contact the Reservation Desk at (626) 744-7199 or by email at [email protected].
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SENIORS SEWING CLASS

ARTS & CRAFTS Put the thread to the needle and be your own designer!
This sewing class offers a skill set that will intrigue both
ARTS AND CRAFTS - BILINGUAL CLASS beginner and advanced students alike. Learn to make
clothing that reflects your unique style and ditch the high
Get crafty! Learn new skills, create projects for gifts or department store prices. We’ll provide you with the skills
display and have fun creating a wide variety of new arts that will have people asking, “Where did you get that
and craft projects. Students of all experience levels are outfit?!” Participants must register through the PCC's
welcome. Community Education Center located at 3035 E. Foothill
Blvd. in Pasadena.

Mary Uchiyama Jackie Robinson Community Center

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
50 + W 1:00-4:00 p.m. 9/6-10/25 11/1-/12/13 1/10-2/28
Guillermina Vargas Villa-Parke Community Center Fee: Free

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER QUILTING CLASS SENIOR

50+ F 9:30-11:30 a.m. 9/8-10/27 11/17-12/15 1/12-3/2 Take your you are sure to learn new tips and techniques
Fee: Free in quilting and crochet. This class will provide instruction
(*No class 11/10, 11/24) on how to shop for fabric and make your quilting projects
affordable.
CRAFT SPECIALTIES

Learn crafts and have fun making ceramic art to sale or Volunteer Jackie Robinson Community Center
for personal satisfaction.
50 + 2nd Sa 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Year-round
Armory Center Jackie Robinson Community Center Fee: Free
for the Arts Staff
FALL WINTER
55 + Th 9:00-11:30 a.m. 9/8-11/10 1/5-3/9
HEALTH & FITNESS
Fee: Free

CREATIVE CRAFTS & CERAMICS
CHAIR AEROBICS
Fun at the tips of your fingers! Get hands-on and appeal
to your inner craftsman. Learn the skills necessary to Designed to improve the overall muscle strength, range of
create your very own functional pottery such as ceramic motion, flexibility and balance of active older adults. This
bowls, pots, and a variety of other wonderful crafts. class will help you enhance your cardiovascular health.
you will learn a variety of low-impact chair exercises in
Kt Boyce Jackie Robinson Community Center this engaging aerobics class.This class is sponsored by the
Pasadena Senior Center.
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
50 + Tu 12:00-2:00 p.m. 9/5-10/24 10/31-12/12 1/9-2/27
Fee: Free Wanda Nelson Villa-Parke Community Center

CROCHET AND KNITTING CLUB FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
50 + M 10:00-11:00 a.m. 9/11-10/23 11/6-12/11 1/8-2/26
W 8:30-9:30 a.m 9/6-10/25 11/8-/12/13 1/10-2/28
Work at your own pace with this self-directed club. Meet Fee: Free
with fellow knitters and never be out of the loop. Share
your projects and techniques with other enthusiasts over (*No class 1/15, 2/12, 2/19)
coffee in this fun and social environment.
Annie Louise Edwards Jackie Robinson Community Center
Villa-Parke Community Center
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
50 + Tu&Th 10:30-11:30 a.m. 9/5-10/26 10/31-12/14 1/9-3/1
Fee: Free
55 + M-W 9:00-11:00 a.m. 9/5-10/25 11/6-12/13 1/8-2/28
Fee: Free CHAIR YOGA
(*No class 1/15, 2/12, 2/19)

JEWELRY Not an expert, no problem! This yoga class is adaptable
to any fitness level and excellent for your overall health.
If you’ve always had a knack for design, this is the class Learn moves that will improve your balance, strength, and
for you! With hands-on experience, you’ll be able to learn flexibility from the seat of your chair. We’ll see you the
the basic techniques to design and create your very own First Friday of each month.
masterpiece. Learn about different wires, crimping tech-
Kathy Eastwood Jackie Robinson Community Center
niques, and design theory.
FALL/WINTER
50 + 1st F 10:00-11:00 a.m. 9/1, 10/6, 11/3, 12/1, 1/5, 2/2, 3/2
Irene Yung Villa Parke Community Center Fee: Free

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
50+ Tu 9:30-11:00 a.m. 9/5-10/24 11/7-12/12 1/9-2/27
Fee: Free; $5 materials fee per session

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COUNTRY WESTERN LINE DANCING SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM

Grab your boots and boogie! Have the benefit of exercise Improve your health with a well-balanced diet. Since 1986,
with this fun loving and energetic group of line dancers. the Intervale Senior Services Program has helped the
We offer a warm, welcoming environment that gives you YWCA San Gabriel Valley reach out and embrace aging
the opportunity to meet new and interesting people. All members of the community with compassion and support.
cowboys and cowgirls welcome. Come see what we have to offer!

Vivian Robles Jackie Robinson Community Center Jackie Robinson Community Center

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER 60 + M-F 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Year-round*
Fee: 60 + : $3 Suggested Donation
50 + W 10:00 -12:30 p.m. 9/5-10/25 11/1-12/13 1/10-2/28 Under 60: $5 Fee

Fee: F/W $25 (*No Class 9/4, 12/25, 1/1)

COLD PORCELAIN Villa-Parke Community Center

60 + M-F 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Year-round
Fee: 60 + : $3 Suggested Donation
Join the fun and learn to create your own cold porcelain Under 60: $5 Fee
paste. With this paste, you will learn to handcraft beautiful
flowers, figurines, favors and much more. Students of all ZUMBA GOLD
experience levels are welcome. Bilingual Class
Bring out your spicy side! Zumba Gold is a Latin dance
Guillermina Vargas Villa-Parke Community Center inspired workout that includes a medley of dance
styles. This fun dance type of exercise helps to develop
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER cardiovascular health, improve your posture, and lengthen
50+ Th 9:30-11:30 a.m. 9/7 -10/26 11/9-12/14* 1/11-3/1 the body. Each dance is choreographed to encourage the
movement of muscles in the torso, legs, and arms. This
Fee: Free class is modified for seniors and encourages seniors to
(*No class on 11/23) move a little and have a lot of fun. This class is sponsored
by the Pasadena Senior Center.
DANCE FITNESS

Dance your way to health! Move your body to the rhythm Dee Reese Villa-Parke Community Center
of music and improve your health with this low-impact FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
dance fitness class customized specifically for senior 50 + Th 8:30-9:30 a.m. 9/7-10/26 11/9-12/14 1/11-3/1
citizens. Fee: Free
(*No class 11/23)
Yesenia Delgado Villa-Parke Community Center

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
50 + M 8:30-9:30 a.m. 9/11-10/23 11/6-12/11 1/8-2/26
Fee: Free Zumba Instructor/Staff Jackie Robinson Comminity Center

(*No class on 9/4, 1/15, 2/12, and 2/15) FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
50 + T, Th 12:00-1:00 p.m. 9/5-10/26 10/31-12/14 1/9/-3/1

Fee: Free
LOW IMPACT CLASS 50 + F 12:00-1:00 p.m. 9/8-10/27 10/29-12/16 1/12-3/3
ARTHRITIS / AEROBIC EXERCISES Fee: Free

Exercise to the beat of the music while improving your SPECIAL INTEREST

muscular strength. Enjoy dance like exercises, mat

work, and strength building with light weights. For more

information, please call Wanda (626) 398-4462 or (951)

205-7517.

Wanda Nelson Victory Recreation Center BRIDGE CLUB
and Annette Martinson
52 cards, 1 enjoyable game! Pasadena Duplicate Bridge
50 + M,W,F 8:00-9:00 a.m. Year-round*
$4 per class for Senior Center members and $5 for non-members. Club meets every Monday at Jackie Robinson Community
(*No class 9/5, 11/25, 1/2, 1/16, 2/13, 2/20)
Center.

Calvin Duran Jackie Robinson Community Center

SENIOR BOXING FUNDAMENTALS - NEW! 50 + M 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Year-round
Fee: Free
Join the fun while exercising and learning a new exercise
routine. This co-ed senior citizen class is designed to CHESS, CHECKERS, DOMINOES & LOTERÍA
teach basic balance techniques and boxing fundamentals.
Improve your endurance, cardiovascular health, muscle Play a game of strategy or test your luck! These fun-filled
strength with this fun but low impact workout class.
board games are a great way to spend time with friends

Fausto De La Torre Villa-Parke Community Center and meet new people. Game boards will be provided.
Villa-Parke Community Center
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER

50 + M&W 9:30-10:30 a.m. 9/6-10/25 11/6-12/13 1/8-2/28* 50 + 1st W 12:30-2:00 p.m. Year-round
Fee: Free
Fee: Free with a senior gym membership, see page 33.
(*No class 1/15, 2/12, 2/19)

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COMPUTER CLASSES MEMORY GAMES

Bilingual class! This class is designed as an introduction Stimulate you brain! Join the fun and give your brain a
to computers for senior citizens. You do not need to own mental workout with memory games.
a computer to attend. This hands-on class focuses on
building your comfort and skill with computers – from Yesenia Delgado Villa-Parke Community Center
hardware to software, the internet and email to word FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
processing, this class will help make your computer 9/6-10/25 11/8-12/13 1/10-2/28
experience more enjoyable and productive. 50 + W 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Fee: Free

Yesenia Delgado Villa-Parke Community Center RETIREMENT PLANNING TODAY

FALL MINI WINTER WINTER Are you prepared to retire? Recent and ongoing tax law
50 + M 12:30-2:00 p.m. 9/11-10/23 11/6-12/11 1/8-2/26* changes, an uncertain future for Social Security, and the
Fee: Free shift toward employee-directed retirement plans make the
(*No class 1/15, 2/12, 2/19) need for sound financial strategies incredibly important.
Learn the fundamentals of retirement planning and help
Southern California Jackie Robinson Community Center to secure your future. Your tuition fee covers both you SENIOR
Resource Center and your spouse and includes a 230-page textbook with
FALL WINTER examples and illustrations.

50+ M 9:30-11:00 a.m. 9/4-10/23 1/8-2/26 Harvest Financial Staff Victory Park Recreation Center
Fee: Free
(*No class 9/4, 12/18) FALL WINTER

DOMINOES CLUB 50 + Th 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. 9/21 & 9/28 2/8 & 2/15
Sa 9:00a.m.-12:00 p.m. 9/30 & 10/7 2/3 & 2/10
JRCC Dominoes Club meets every day at Jackie Robinson
Fee: $59 per session
Community Center.

Jackie Robinson Community Center TECH TALK

50 + M-F 12:00-6:00 p.m. Year-round Get the answers you need about technology devices.
Fee: Free Learn how to text, check voicemail, set alarms, download
(*No class 9/4, 12/18) games and more.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE Yesenia Delgado Villa-Parke Community Center
50+ 1st of the Month
Fee: Free 11:15-12:15 p.m. Year-round

This course is tailored for senior citizens. Participants will WEDNESDAY MATINEE
be introduced to English pronunciation, the alphabet,
numbers and basic literacy (reading and writing).

Yesenia Delgado Villa-Parke Community Center Free popcorn! Join us on the second and fourth
Wednesday of the month for an early matinee. The films
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER are shown with closed captioning for bilingual speakers
50 + M 9:00-10:00 a.m. 9/11-10/23 11/6-12/11 1/8-2/26* and for the hearing impaired. Viewers are advised
50 + W 10:00-11:00 a.m. 9/6-10/25 11/8-12/13 1/10-2/28 to consider the film ratings, which may be based on
50 + F 9:00-11:00 a.m. 9/8-10/27 11/17-12/15* 1/12-3/2 language, violence, or sexual content.
Fee: Free
(*No Class 11/24, 1/15, 2/12, 2/19)
Staff Villa-Parke Community Center

HUNTINGTON HEALTH CLASSES - NEW! 50 + 2nd&4th W 12:30-2:00 p.m. Year-round
Fee: Free

Participate in a series of health classes for adults in U.S. CITIZENSHIP CLASS
Spanish, every 3rd Wednesday of the month. Classes are
offered by a registered nurse from Huntington Hospital. This course is tailored for senior citizens with the goal of
All participants will have the opportunity to ask questions helping participants prepare for the naturalization test by
regarding health issues. For more information, please call receiving a basic overview of U.S. history and government.
(626) 397-8644.
Yesenia Delgado Villa-Parke Community Center
Ruth Pichaj Villa-Parke Community Center
FALL MINI WINTER WINTER
50+ 3rd W of the Month 12:30-2:00 p.m. Year-round 50 + Tu, Th 9:30-11:00 a.m. 9/5-10/26 11/7-12/14* 1/9-3/1

Fee: Free Fee: Free(*No Class on 11/23)

HAPPY SENIORS FRIDAY CLUB register now!

Play Bid Whisk, watch movies, and enjoy popcorn! The
Happy Seniors club meets every Friday at the Jackie
Robinson Community Center.

Staff Jackie Robinson Community Center visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

50 + F 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Year-round*
Fee: Free(*No class 11/10 and 11/24)

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SENIOR EXCURSIONS BLACK

NEWPORT BEACH CRUISE OF LIGHTS HISTORY

Join us as we visit and cruise with the Newport Beach MONTH CELEBRATIONS
Christmas Boat Parade and view the holiday and amazing
light displays that have made Newport beach legendary. Jan Red, Black and Green Honors Dinner
For more information, please call (626) 744-6530. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

RIVERSIDE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS 27 Noor Paseo Colorado
300 E. Colorado Blvd #200 (Subject to change)
A holiday extravaganza featuring one of the nation's
largest holiday light collections of its kind, creates a Feb Delta’s - Matters of the Heart
magical, Disneyland-like experience in the heart of 10
Riverside. Highlights of Festival of Lights include more 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
than 400 animated figures including angels, elves and Jackie Robinson Community Center
Dickens carolers; appearances by Santa Claus; the world’s 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
largest man-made mistletoe measuring 12’ x 8’; horse-
drawn carriage rides; elf tuck-ins; freshly fallen snow; Feb Delta’s - Black Film Showcase
elaborately decorated Christmas trees in the lobby and 11
throughout the hotel; and delectable holiday confections 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
at the famous Casey’s Cupcakes, among other festive Jackie Robinson Community Center
offerings. For more information, please call (626) 744- 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
6530.
38 Fall/Winter 2017-2018 Recreation Guide Feb Black History Breakfast
15
7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Pasadena Senior Center

85 E. Holly St

Feb Black History Parade & Festival
17
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Jackie Robinson Community Center

1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.

Feb Senior Night Out
23
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Pasadena City College – Foothill Campus
3035 E. Foothill Blvd.

Mar Women’s Tea
11
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Jackie Robinson Community Center
1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.

Mar Praise Dance Jubilee
18
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Metropolitan Baptist Church
2283 N. Fair Oaks, Altadena, CA 91001

For more information, please call (626) 744-7300.

PSAESNADIEONRA MEDITATION & RELAXATION
CENTER
Here is an opportunity to practice meditation in a

supportive setting with down to earth instruction,

guidelines, and advice for anyone wishing to bring

meditation into their life. FALL WINTER

50 + M 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 10/9-12/11 1/15-3/19
Fee: $60 per 8 week session

PEP UP YOUR LIFE

This class is taught by students from the Department of

Kinesiology and Nutritional Science at California State

The Pasadena Senior Center provides recreational, University, Los Angeles.
educational and wellness activities for seniors age Beginner
50 and older. Located at 85 East Holly Street in Old FALL WINTER
Pasadena, the Senior Center is a place where seniors can 50 + Tu 8:00-9:00 a.m. 10/10-12/12 1/16-3/20
gather to meet friends for coffee, attend educational 50 + F 8:00-9:00 a.m. 10/13-12/15 1/19-3/23
lectures or participate in fitness classes, interest clubs 50 + Sa 9:30-10:30 a.m. 10/7-12/9 1/13-3/17
and games such as pool, backgammon, chess and Intermediate
checkers. Membership with the Pasadena Senior Center is 50 + Sa 10:30-11:30 a.m. 10/7-12/9 1/13-3/17
required to participate in any of the classes listed below. Fee: $35 per 10 week session
Membership is currently $45/year, rates are subject to
change. For more information on the Pasadena Senior PILATES
Center, please visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org, email
[email protected] or call (626) 795-4331. Pilates improves strength, flexibility, balance, and

Fall Dates: October 9 – December 16 coordination in an effective mind and body workout.
Winter Dates: January 15 – March 24 FALL WINTER
10/3-12/5 1/9-3/13
50 + Tu 9:15-10:15 a.m.
50 + Th 9:15-10:15 a.m. 10/5-12/7 1/11-3/15
ARTHRITIS EXERCISE Fee: $45 per 9 week session

A comfortably paced class for the active older adult.
FALL WINTER
50+ W 10:20-11:20 a.m. 10/11-12/13 1/17-3/21 TAP

Fee: $50 per 10 week session Students will learn the art of tap dancing as first

performed on the silver screen. On-going sessions.
Beginner
ART & FUN OF SEWING 50 + F 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Year-round

Beginning and advanced students are welcome Intermediate
FALL WINTER
50 + M 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 10/9-12/11 1/15-3/19 50 + Tu 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Year-round
Fee: $5 per class
Fee: $85 per 10 week session

BELLYFIT SAGE TAI CHI BEGINNERS

Tai Chi Beginners will teach you the basic concept and

Holistic fitness class for women. theory of Tai Chi. This class will enhance your physical

FALL WINTER and spiritual well-being. FALL WINTER
1/16-3/20
50+ Tu 4:10-5:00 p.m. 10/10-12/12 50 + M 9:00-10:00 a.m. 10/9-12/11 1/15-3/19
Fee: $50 per 10 week session
Fee:$50 per 10 week session

CREATIVE WRITING

If you have been thinking about giving writing a try, join YOGA

this exciting class. Yoga is valuable for everyone: the young, the old,

FALL WINTER beginners and advanced.
FALL WINTER
50 + W 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 10/11-12/13 1/17-3/21 50 + W 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. 10/11 -12/12 1/17-3/21
Fee: $50 per 10 week session
Fee: $50 per 10 week session

INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCE ZUMBA GOLD FALL WINTER
10/9-12/11 1/15-3/19
This class will give an overview of the rich and varied 50 + M 2:30-3:30 p.m. 10/11-12/13 1/17-3/21
cultures of the world through music and dance. 50+ W 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Fee: $50 per 10 sessions
FALL WINTER
50 + M 1:00-2:00 p.m. 10/9-12/11 1/15-3/19
Fee: Free to members

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HUMAN PRO BONO LEGAL SERVICE CLINICS
SERVICES
Pro bono (free) legal consultation provided by attorneys

who can assist with the following legal matters: Wills/

Trusts/Probate, Landlord/Tenant, Criminal Law,

Expungements/Reduction to Misdemeanor, Contract

issues, Small Claims. Please bring all papers related to

your case.
Jackie Robinson Community Center
W 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Year-round
The City of Pasadena provides an interactive website Fee: Free
for City residents, business partners, and visitors to By appointment only. Please call (626) 744-7300 for more information.
explore and discover information about the City. The site
provides the ability to search by address and navigate Pro bono (free) legal consultation provided by attorneys
around the map. Find your local public resources and
facilities, transportation information and much more. who can assist with the following legal matters: Housing,

Public Benefits, Family Law, Expungements, Bankruptcy/

For more information, please visit: Consumer Debt, Small Claims, Disability Claims & other
ww5.cityofpasadena.net/humanservices.
issues. Please bring all papers related to your case. No

PROJECT WRAPAROUND appointment required.
Jackie Robinson Community Center
2nd Sa of the Month 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Year-round
Short-term Counseling and Mental Health Care Fee: Free
Coordination Services. Project Wraparound provides Walk-in Please call (626) 744-7300 for more information.
youth and families with Pasadena access to free, short-
term counseling and mental health care coordination SAFE STREETS NOW!
services. Sponsored by Substance Abuse and Mental
Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the program Safe Streets Now! is an organized process that
aims to provide culturally and linguistically sensitive residents can use to address public nuisances in their
services, while helping families navigate the often neighborhoods. In Pasadena, Safe Streets Now! includes
complex mental health care system. For more information, a partnership between neighbors, police, city staff, and
please contact Sandra Olivas at (626) 744-7348. community-based organization representatives. Safe
Streets Now! began in Oakland, California in 1989 and
Jackie Robinson Community Center is a nationally recognized program. Safe Streets Now!
uses a State of California public nuisance law to improve
Ages 0-22 and Families M-F 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. by appt. Free the conditions in a neighborhood. This law is at the heart
of the program. It affirms that residents have the right
CONSUMER ACTION to fully enjoy the use of their homes in peace. For more
information, please call (626) 744-7339.
CONSUMER ACTION SERVICES
Jackie Robinson Community Center
Consumer Relations Representatives are available to By appointment only
assist individuals with issues related to landlord/tenant Fee: Free Year-round
issues, small claims, court eviction, Social Security,
disability claims, EDD, fraudulent actions, legal referrals, HOUSING RIGHTS CENTER
public assistance, tax assistance, housing, translations
and general consumer action. Services are provided at Expanded programs include a Litigation Department,
both the Jackie Robinson Center and the Villa-Parke Outreach, and Education Department, discrimination
Community Center. Most services are provided free of investigation and landlord/tenants counseling. Note:
charge to residents. By appointment only. Please call for an appointment at (626) 791-0211.

Jackie Robinson Community Center Jackie Robinson Community Center

M-F 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Year-round M-F 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Year-round
Fee: Fees vary Fee:Free
Please call (626) 744-7300 for more information.
MAP

Villa-Parke Community Center

By appointment only. Please call (626) 744-6530 for more information.

MEDIATION SERVICES PASADENA

Are you having a dispute with a neighbor, merchant, My Neighborhood Resources
business, family member or employer? Services provided
by Loyola Law School. Service is confidential, fast and The City of Pasadena provides an interactive website for
effective. Note: Please call for a referral (626) 744-6530. City residents, business partners, and visitors to explore
and discover information about the City. The site provides
Villa-Parke Community Center the ability to search by address and navigate around
the map. Find your local public resources and facilities,
By appointment only Year-round transportation information and much more. Visit the
Fee: Free website at ww4.cityofpasadena.net/myneighborhood.

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HEALTH fairs

YOUTH & FAMILIES AKAHHEeaAltLhTSHumFmAiItR WORKSHOPS
@ JRCSeptember 9, 2017 // 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
YOUTH, YOUNG ADULT, AND FAMILY SERVICES
Jackie Robinson Center - 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Our goal is to provide training to assist youth with
positive change. Learn how to handle adversity, Celebrate the 10th Annual AKA/JRC Health Summit
accountability, advocacy, gang awareness, prevention, providing free Health Service screenings and
intervention, healthy living habits, drug and alcohol information. The Health Summit takes a holistic look at
education, character development, career development what does being healthy mean? Physically? Mentally?
and college preparation by offering the following services: Nutritionally? Financially? Since all of these elements
impact health, this event will provide information for
• AB-109 (non-violent early release offenders) the whole family to help in each of these areas. All
• Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Referral and Counseling services are FREE. For more information, please call
• Community members Referral and Counseling (626) 744-7300.
• Provide services for probationers, former
Southern California Women’s Health Conf.
probationers, parolees
• Job leads (we are not a placement agency) November 3, 2017 // 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Referrals Pasadena Hilton - 168 S. Los Robles Ave.
• Resume Assistance
• Individualized/Family Case Management The So Cal Women's Health Conference & Expo brings
• Life Skills Training together thousands of women, families, community-
• Family Preservation based health organizations, medical professionals, and
beauty and wellness experts for a day of education,
Services offered are free and ongoing. inspiration, and fun. Admission is FREE, however
attendees must register at no charge to participate
Jackie Robinson Community Center in workshops. For more information, please call (626)
For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Rebecca 625-1925.
Pratt at (626) 744-7306.

OPTIONS FOR LEARNING HEAD START SPECIAL INTERESTS
PASADENA

The Head Start Program is innovative, creative and

dedicated to enhancing the lives of its children, ANGER MANAGEMENT AND DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE CLASSES
parents, staff and community volunteers. Services

offered: education, parent involvement, social services,

health training, special needs, and nutrition. For more

information, call (626) 204-8900. Those in need of assistance are welcome. The class is
Villa-Parke Community Center
M-F 8:15-11:45 a.m. August 2017-May 2018 co-ed, open enrollment and accepts court mandated

12:15-3:45 p.m. referrals for all court mandated hours. Please check in

Fees vary. Free for those who meet the eligible income requirements with the Front Desk. Jackie Robinson Community Center



WIC PROGRAM Anger Management

A program of the Pasadena Public Health Department, M 6:00-7:00 p.m. 11/6-2/26 $10
M 6:00-8:00 p.m. 11/6-2/26 $20
WIC is a supplemental food program and nutrition Domestic Violence 11/7-3/1 $15 Per Class
Tu,Th 7:00-9:00 p.m.
education for eligible pregnant and breastfeeding women,

infants, and children up to the age of 5. Closed every

other Friday and City Holidays. For more information, call BLOOD PRESSURE / BLOOD SUGAR
SCREENINGS
(626) 744-6520. Villa-Parke Community Center


M-Th 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Year-round
F 8:00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. Year-round Huntington Hospital Community Outreach Nurses offer

blood pressure and blood sugar screening at the Jackie

HOT MEAL PROGRAM Robinson Community Center and Villa-Parke Community

Center on a regular basis. Check in with Front Desk. No

Members of the community provide a free hot meal to pre-registration required.
anyone who desires a meal. Donations are received Jackie Robinson Community Center
weekly from restaurants and private donors which allow 18 + 2nd F 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Year-round Free
this program to serve nearly 500 people each month.
18+ 4th Th 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Year-round Free
Villa-Parke Community Center
Jackie Robinson Community Center 18 + 1st W 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Year-round Free
W 5:00-7:00 p.m. Year-round 18+ 3rd Tu 9:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. Year-round Free
Fee: Free
Central Library
18 + 1st W 2:30-4:30 p.m. Year-round Free

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COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS PASADENA

Court ordered community service hours available. For WATER & POWER

more information, please call Villa-Parke at (626) 744- UTILITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

6530. Project APPLE (Assisting Pasadena People
with Limited Emergencies) provides a one-time
IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE grant of up to $100 per year to help eligible
low-income customers keep their power on.
Community Relations Representatives at both the Villa- This vital program is made possible through the
Parke Community Center and Jackie Robinson Center generous contributions of our customers who
understand that tough times can hit any of us.
can assist individuals seeking an adjustment status,
advocacy, referral, and information regarding family A Project APPLE recipient may be a single-
petitions, Deferred Action Childhood Arrival (DACA), income family with young children, a person
struggling with a disability or recent job loss,
citizenship, and registry. For Additional information or or a senior scraping by on Social Security. Low-
for appointment contact: JRC (626) 744-7300 or Villa- income residents who risk power shut-off can
apply for a Project APPLE grant at:
Parke (626) 744-6530. Customers are seen only by
Jackie Robinson Center, 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave
appointment. Monday-Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Jackie Robinson Community Center and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

M-F 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Year-round Fees vary Villa-Parke Community Center, 363 E. Villa St.
Monday-Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Please call (626) 744-7300 for more information. and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Villa-Parke Community Center DEPA• RPTrMesEeNntTIDO,FprBoUoSf oINf EinScSomOeVEanRdSaIGpHaTst-due

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1-866•- 2H75o-u2s6e7h7old income limits range from
SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM
$22,062 for a one- to two-person
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aging members of the community with compassion and the City’s Municipal Services
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support. Jackie Robinson Community Center Check -Rcohoecmk tNh1e0b6a,cMkgonday through Friday from

7:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
• For more information, call 744-7300.
60 + M-F 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Year-round*
Fee: $3 Suggested Donation You can make a donation of any amount to
(*Closed: Holidays) Project APPLE by checking the box on your
Villa-Parke Community Center next Pasadena utility bill and including your
donation with your payment. If you are making
60 + M-F 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m Year-round* a large tax-deductible donation, call 744-4420.
Fee: Free; $3 Suggested Donation
(*Closed: Holidays)

SENIOR SERVICES

Community Services Representative can assist senior

citizens with filling out forms regarding Medical, Medicare,

Social Security, low-income senior housing, CAPI, etc.

(English & Spanish) Villa-Parke Community Center
By appointment only

50+ M 1:00-4:00 p.m. Year-round*
(*Closed: Holidays)

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PPAUSABDLEINCA NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY CELEBRATION
LIBRARY
Watch for details @ http://pasadenapubliclibrary.net.
Your source for information 24/7 providing free access Wednesday, Oct. 11 • 6:00-8:00 p.m.
to materials for children and adults including books,
DVDs, CDs, audio books, eBooks, digital media, electronic ARTNIGHT
databases, online resources, Wi-Fi and Internet access.
From computer training classes for adults, career ArtNight • Spooky Good Time
assistance, author talks, book clubs, storytimes for infants 5th Annual Author and Book Fair. Enjoy spooky Theatre
and toddlers to children’s programming, tween and teen Americana show, family fun activities art lecture, and
activities and family events there is literally something for music presented by community organizations.
everyone! To learn more, visit us at
http://pasadenapubliclibrary.net. Central Library • 285 E. Walnut St.

All Pasadena Public Library programs and events are free Friday, Oct. 13 • 6-10 p.m.
and open to the public.
TEEN MURDER MYSTERY 2017
Our programs and events are extremely popular. Space is
limited and registration may be required. Watch for details @ http://pasadenapubliclibrary.net.

Registrations are accepted no earlier than one month Central Library • 285 E. Walnut St.
prior to the program or event.
Friday, Oct. 27 • 5:30 p.m.
SPECIAL EVENTS
YOUNG READERS LEAGUE
NATIONAL LIBRARY CARD MONTH
This annual reading program is designed to inspire
Celebrated at all Pasadena Public Library sites throughout kids 8-14 to talk, read and interact with books and their
the month of September. Watch for further details @ community. A series of events celebrating the book along
http://pasadenapubliclibrary.net. with a writing and art contest will be held in October and
November culminating in the author’s visit. Watch for
PASADENA LOVES YA further details @ http://pasadenapubliclibrary.net.

Teen book festival featuring Young Adult authors, author EDUCATOR NIGHT 2018
panels, and book signings. Watch for further details @
www.pasadenateenbookfestival.com. Watch for details @ http://pasadenapubliclibrary.net.

Central Library • 285 E. Walnut St. Central Library • 285 E. Walnut St.

Saturday, Sept. 16 • 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1 • 5 p.m.

FAMILY FUN DAY & LAUNCH OF PASADENA AS FILMS
AN EARLY LEARNING CITY
WEDNESDAYS • 1 P.M.
Join with parents, caregivers, grandparents, child care Central Library/Donald Wright Auditorium • 285 E. Walnut St.
providers, and educators to learn about Pasadena’s
Early Learning Movement. Together, we can build a For movie title, visit http://ww5.cityofpasadena.net/
healthy community that prioritizes kids and families, and library/library-events/ then click on films.
promotes early learning and development for life-long
success. Enjoy a FREE Pancake Breakfast & Hot Dogs, arts THURSDAYS • 3:30 P.M
and crafts, reading, singing, children’s activities, preschool Villa Parke Branch Library • 363 E. Villa St.
and resource information booth.
For movie title, call (626) 744-6510
Brookside Park • 360 N. Arroyo Blvd.
CHILDREN
Saturday, Sept. 23 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
WEEKLY STORYTIMES
Hastings Branch Library • 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd.

Mondays • 7 p.m.

Villa Parke Branch Library • 363 E. Villa St.

Tuesdays • 4 p.m.

La Pintoresca Branch Library • 1355 N. Raymond Ave.

Wednesdays • 4 p.m.
Léeme un cuento - Spanish Storytime/Hora de cuentos en
español

Central Library/Children’s Story Room • 285 E. Walnut St.

Saturdays • 10 a.m.
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MONTHLY STORYTIMES Santa Catalina Branch Library • 999 E. Washington Blvd.

Armenian Storytime 2nd Saturday of the month • 1 p.m.
Enjoy stories and songs in Armenian.
Lamanda Park Branch Library • 140 S. Altadena Dr.
Santa Catalina Branch Library • 999 E. Washington Blvd.
3rd Thursday of the month • 3:30 p.m.
Call (626) 744-7272 for details.
Hill Avenue Branch Library • 55 S. Hill Ave.
BABY STORYTIME
4th Tuesday of the month • 3:30 p.m.
Introduce your baby to the joy of language at this early
literacy-based storytime. CREATIVE WRITING FOR BEGINNING READERS

Linda Vista Branch Library • 1281 Bryant St. Do you love reading and making up stories? Would
you like to write stories of your own? We will help you
Call (626) 744-7278 for details. create some new characters and stories. Just bring your
imagination. For ages 5–8. To sign up, call (626) 744-
CHOCOLATE STORYTIME: TALES & CANDY 4066, option 4.
TREATS FOR CHILDREN Tuesdays, Oct. 10, Dec. 12 & Feb. 13 • 4:30 p.m.
Central Library/Children’s Story Room • 285 E. Walnut St.
Join us for an afternoon of storytelling and village
building, featuring stories authored by and/or about KIDS’ ART SALON
African-Americans, followed by a chocolate treat! Led by
Dr. Ayesha Randall. For ages 3+. Learn and create with the Masters. Join us for an art
history lesson featuring prominent artists then create a
La Pintoresca Branch Library • 1355 N. Raymond Ave. work of art by a Master Artist. All materials provided. To
sign up, call Marie Plug (626) 744-4027.
Last Friday of the month • 4 p.m.
BOARD GAME DAYS
MANDARIN STORYTIME
Have fun playing board games with friends and family.
Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs in Mandarin Chinese. Enjoy snacks along with friendly competition.

Hastings Branch Library • 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd. Villa Parke Branch Library • 363 E. Villa St.

Call (626) 744-7262 for details. Fridays • 3-5 p.m.

SENSORY STORYTIME HOMEWORK HELP

If your child has difficulty sitting through one of the After-school Homework Help
library’s traditional storytimes, this program may be just Need help with your homework or practice reading? Drop
what you are looking for! Designed for preschool-age by the library and one of our volunteers can help.
children with autism and sensory challenges, it combines
books, songs, movement, sensory play and therapeutic • For students in grades K–5
activities that incorporate the five senses. Because a small
group setting is part of what makes Sensory Storytime Hastings Branch Library • 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd.
effective and engaging, registration is required. For more
information, call Marie Plug at (626) 744-4027 or Cherie Mondays & Wednesdays • 3:30–5:30 p.m.
Johnston at (626) 744-7266.
• For students in grades K-5
BARKS & BOOKS
La Pintoresca Branch Library • 1355 N. Raymond Ave.
Children read a book to a gentle, well-trained dog.
Presented by Pasadena Humane Society volunteers. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays •
3:30–5:30 p.m.
Linda Vista Branch Library • 1281 Bryant St.
TWEENS
1st Saturday of the month • 11 a.m.
STEAM TEAM CLUB
San Rafael Branch Library • 1240 Nithsdale Rd.
Explore the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering,
1st Monday of the month • 1:30 p.m. Arts and Math) concepts through creative, innovative
projects based around various fun STEAM-related
La Pintoresca Branch Library • 1355 N. Raymond Ave. challenges. For ages 9-12. To sign up, call (626) 744-7262.

2nd & 4th Mondays of the month • 3 p.m. Hastings Branch Library • 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd.

Hastings Branch Library • 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd. 2nd Wednesday of the month • 4 p.m.

2nd Tuesday of the month • 3:30 p.m. TWEEN BOOK CLUB

Villa Parke Branch Library • 363 E. Villa St. Read great books and make new friends in this special
book club just for tweens. For ages 9–12. To sign up, call
2nd Wednesday of the month • 4 p.m. (626) 744-7262.

Central Library/Children’s Story Room • 285 E. Walnut St. Hastings Branch Library • 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd.

2nd Thursday of the month • 4 p.m. 4th Tuesday of the month • 4:30 p.m.

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KIDS’ WRITING WORKSHOPS WEST PASADENA BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

Are you a dreamer? Do you love to write? It’s never too 3rd Saturday of the month • 11 a.m.
early to start writing your own stories. You don’t have to Alternates monthly between Linda Vista and San Rafael
be an expert – you just have to love stories and have a Branch Libraries.
great imagination of your own. For ages 9–12. To sign up,
call (626) 744-4066, option 4. Linda Vista Branch Library • 1281 Bryant St.

Central Library/Children’s Story Room • 285 E. Walnut St. (626) 744-7278

Fridays, Oct. 20, Dec. 15 & Feb. 16 • 4:30-5:30 p.m. San Rafael Branch Library • 1240 Nithsdale Rd.

TEENS (626) 744-7270

TEEN ANIME EVENINGS PASADENA READERS

Enjoy our monthly special edition of the Anime Club, with Led by Dr. Merry Pawlowski, Emeritus Professor of
Japanese snacks and the newest manga in the library’s English, California State University, Bakersfield. To sign up,
collection. email [email protected].

Central Library/Studio on 4th • 285 E. Walnut St. Central Library/4th Floor Conference Room • 285 E. Walnut St.

1st Monday of the month • 5-7 p.m. 3rd Monday of the month • 3-4:30 p.m.
(626) 744-7076
YA BOOK CLUB
RAVE REVIEWS
Love reading books and discussing them with others? Join
us as we discuss the book of the month. For ages 13+. To Hear reviews of the latest books, the ones you might not
sign up, call (626) 744-4246. notice otherwise.

Central Library/Teen Central • 285 E. Walnut St. Lamanda Park Branch Library • 140 S. Altadena Dr.

2nd Monday of the month • 6 p.m. 4th Monday of the month • 2 p.m.
(626) 744-7266
ADULTS

BY THE BOOK BUSINESS SERVICES

Love reading books and discussing them with others? Thinking of starting a new business or enhancing an
Join one of our book groups. For a list of book selections, existing one? Pasadena Public Library offers programs
contact the libraries directly. and services to help entrepreneurs achieve success with
their businesses.
GREAT LITERATURE AND DISCUSSION GROUP
Lamanda Park Branch Library • 140 S. Altadena Dr. SCORE SMALL BUSINESS COUNSELING

Mondays • 11 a.m. Free one-on-one counseling provided by business
(626) 744-7266 professionals to anyone operating a small business or
thinking of starting one. To sign up, call (626) 744-7351.
BOOK CHIT CHAT Tuesdays
Hastings Branch Library • 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd.
Central Library/4th Floor Conference Room • 285 E. Walnut St.
1st Tuesday of the month • 6:30 p.m.
(626) 744-7262 BOOK US! FOR HELP WITH ALL OF YOUR
SPECIAL RESEARCH QUESTIONS
ALLENDALE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
Allendale Branch Library • 1130 S. Marengo Ave. Specialists are available to meet with you one-on-one for
uninterrupted assistance with your research questions in
2nd Saturday of the month • 10:30 a.m. a variety of subjects. Make a BOOK US! appointment at
(626) 744-7260 http://ww5.cityofpasadena.net/library/questions-help/.
Skip the line and meet with reference staff when it is most
HILL AVENUE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP convenient for you. This service is available at Central
Hill Avenue Branch Library • 55 S. Hill Ave. Library to Pasadena Public Library card holders who live
or work in Pasadena (except for Pasadena history-related
2nd Saturday of the month • 10:30 a.m. requests).
(626) 744-7264
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LCAOBMSP&UWTEi-RFi PUBLIC LIBRARY SITES

Pasadena Public Library offers computers at all ten
locations with access to the Internet and other electronic
resources. For additional information, call (626) 744-4066
or visit www.cityofpasadena.net/library.

HS&RD CENTERS CENTRAL LIBRARY

Lab is open to the general public on a first-come,

first-served basis.

The Human Services and Recreation Department offers Mon - Thu 9:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. &
computer labs and FREE WiFi access using personal de-
vices. For more information, visit www.cityofpasadena.net. 6:30 - 8:45 p.m.

Fri & Sat 9:00 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.

JACKIE ROBINSON COMMUNITY CENTER Reserved for children and teens to learn new skills

and spend time researching.

Computer Lab: Mon - Thu 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Ages Days Hours Sun 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

18 + Mon - Thu 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. LA PINTORESCA BRANCH LIBRARY
Reserved for career, job, and grant funding research.
Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Mon - Fri 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wi-Fi:

Wi-Fi connection is now available at this site.

Customers have access to the web from the Smart Lab Homework Help - children working on
homework are given priority.
lobby, class rooms, auditorium, and patio. Mon - Fri 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

LA PINTORESCA TEEN ED CENTER Reserved for children & teens.

Computer Lab: Only for Teen Center Members

Ages Days Hours Mon - Thu 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.

12-18 Mon - Fri 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Sat 2:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Wi-Fi:

Wi-Fi access is available for Teen Center SENIOR CENTER

Members only.

VILLA-PARKE COMMUNITY CENTER Computer Lab:
Wi-Fi:
Wi-Fi connection is now available at this site. Ages Days Hours
Customers have access to the web from the
lobby, class rooms, auditorium, patio, and second 50 + Mon & Fri 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
floor.
For more information, call (626)795-4331.

VICTORY PARK RECREATION CENTER
Wi-Fi:
Wi-Fi connection is now available at this site.
Customers have access to the web from class
rooms and patio.

FOOTHILL EMPLOYMENT CENTER CITIZEN SERVICE CENTER 626.744.7311

The Career Services Division provides free employment One Call to City Hall
and training services to job seekers looking for Submit Service Requests
employment, as well as assistance to businesses with
hiring and training employees. The Resource lab in our Get Answers
Pasadena office, at 1207 E. Green St., can be used for job- Visit our website and download the app!
search related activities only.
www.cityofpasadena.net/CSC
Services include the use of computers, a printer, a fax
machine, and a copier. For more information, please
call (626) 796-JOBS.

Computer Lab:
Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. & 1:00-4:30 p.m.

Wireless Internet access is not available at the Center.

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JACKIE ROBINSON
COMMUNITY CENTER

1020 North Fair Oaks Avenue Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Pasadena, CA 91103 Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(626) 744-7300 Saturday & Sunday Closed;
(626) 798-5834 Fax Available only by reservation

At Jackie Robinson Community Center, we address community needs with a collaborative and holistic approach. Most
Human Services provided by the City are conducted through this Center. We work with community-based organizations
and agencies that are housed at the Center as well as independent resources to enhance the quality of life for our
clientele and serve people of all ages from youth to senior citizens. Many of our services are offered free of charge or for
a nominal fee.

Examples of services provided at the Center include blood pressure and blood sugar screening, health insurance
counseling and advocacy, annual flu shots and health fairs, nutritional programs, health related services, educational
programs (primarily G.E.D. and tutoring), general information and referrals to other social services available, substance
abuse counseling and referrals, case management, emergency assistance to low income families, senior advocacy,
Social Security/SSI information and assistance with application forms, income tax assistance. Recreational and cultural
activities include Friday afternoon movies, Wednesday Hot Meals, a full game room, chair aerobics, Zumba Gold, Salsa
for Health, a computer lab and many more classes and programs.

VILLA-PARKE
COMMUNITY CENTER

363 East Villa Street Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Pasadena, CA 91101 Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
(626) 744-6530 Sunday Closed
(626) 744-6533 Fax

Villa-Parke Community Center includes a large auditorium with stage, a gymnasium, restrooms, a newly renovated
fitness center, boxing gym, several small conference/meeting rooms, two kitchens, a computer lab and a wide range of
classes and recreational activities for all ages. Activities include a complete aerobics program, self-defense (Ju Jitsu),
arts and crafts, seasonal sports leagues, dance programs including Folklorico and Zumba. A unique summer enrichment
day camp and the City's largest youth soccer program. A large senior room is located on the first floor and offers a wide
variety of senior classes and programs. The Center also houses a library and Head Start Preschool along with Women,
Infants, and Children (WIC) Center. There is also weekly Farmers Market on Tuesdays and a community garden located
on the 2nd-floor patio.

In addition to offering recreational programming and classes for all ages, Villa-Parke also offers a robust Human
Services program, including information about referrals for Social Security/SSI and unemployment benefits, employment
counseling, housing referrals, consumer protection services, healthcare counseling, Temporary Assistance for Needy
Families (TANF) information and application assistance and additional programs and services provided by partner public
agencies and local community-based organizations. Many of the staff are bilingual in English and Spanish.

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LA PINTORESCA
TEEN EDUCATION CENTER

1415 North Raymond Avenue Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Pasadena, CA 91105 Saturday & Sunday Closed
(626) 345-0708 or 345-0706

Open to teens 13 to 18 years old still attending high school, La Pintoresca Teen Education Center (LPTEC) is a place
where can be themselves and interact with their peers in a fun, safe and engaging environment. The LPTEC offers
tutoring by qualified staff, field trips, movies on Fridays, gaming competitions, art and crafts classes in partnership with
the Armory Center for the Arts and much more! The Center was designed specifically to engage teens in a meaningful
way and includes a state of the art computer lab equipped with iMacs, desktop PCs, free Wi-FI, a ceiling mounted
projector and large screen to assist with tutorials and computer classes, a big-screen television, foosball and ping pong
tables and sports equipment. Programming includes cutting-edge computer and graphic design classes, strategies for
academic success, life-skills development, such as money management and college planning, and innovative classes.

The LPTEC also provides teens with the opportunity to get involved in community and special events at La Pintoresca
Park and teens will have the opportunity to organize outdoor activities and utilize park amenities such as the skateboard
park, basketball court with lights, multi-purpose field, and a small water park (open seasonally from Memorial Day to
Labor Day).

ROBINSON PARK
RECREATION CENTER

1081 North Fair Oaks Avenue Hours of Operation: Closed for Renovation
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 744-7330
(626) 791-0309 Fax

The Robinson Park Recreation Center is closed to the general public and is scheduled to be under construction from
early 2017 through Spring 2018.

Robinson Park staff, including the headquarters of the After School Adventures Program, will be temporarily housed at
the Jackie Robinson Community Center, 1020 N. Fair Oaks Avenue from January 2017 through March 2018. All staff will
retain existing telephone numbers and email addresses. Robinson Park’s main line, (626) 744-7330, will be forwarded
to the Jackie Robinson Community Center. No reductions in programming will occur. All programming will continue at
other locations around the City, and program participants will be notified of new and ongoing recreation, youth sports
and Spring, Summer and Winter Camp opportunities through the Department’s seasonal brochures, monthly newsletters
and regularly updated website. For more Robinson Park information, please visit:
www.cityofpasadena.net/PublicWorks/Robinson_Park_Recreation_Center_Renovation_Project/

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VICTORY PARK
RECREATION CENTER

2575 Paloma Street Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Pasadena, CA 91107 Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(626) 744-7500 Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
(626) 744-7520 Fax Sunday Closed

Victory Park Recreation Center offers a variety of recreational activities and opportunities. The Center features a small
meeting room with a kitchen, social recreational room, all-purpose meeting rooms, a large gymnasium, restrooms and
drinking fountains. Victory Park Recreation Center hosts a variety of recreational programming for all ages including
seasonal camps, dance classes, after school programs, piano classes, self-defense classes, senior fitness classes and
much more.

Park reservations are coordinated through Victory Park and customers interested in permit for picnic areas, sports fields,
and other park areas can stop by Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Victory Park also features a chil-
dren's play area, three softball diamonds with bleachers and lights, one baseball diamond with lights, one multi-purpose
lit field suitable for soccer or flag football, a sand volleyball court, large parking lot, picnic areas, restrooms and drinking
fountains.

PASADENA
SENIOR CENTER

85 East Holly Street Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Pasadena, CA 91103 Saturday 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
(626) 795-4331 Sunday 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Each year, the Pasadena Senior Center (PSC) serves over 10,000 seniors in Pasadena and the San Gabriel Valley with:
• Lifelong Learning - Over 50 classes from Computers, Art and Dance, to Languages, Bridge and Technology.
• The Sy Graff Fitness Center designed for seniors with the ultimate fitness equipment is open 7 days a week.
• Wellness classes include Tai –Chi, Yoga, Pilates, Balance, Strength Training – and more.
• Social Clubs and Support Groups to engage seniors and develop friendships.
• Senior Curriculum, college-level lecture series on the arts,national and international topics.
• Hot Lunches served on-site 5 days/week and Monthly Food Distribution Program + delivery to the homebound.
• Daily Telephone Reassurance Calls to homebound seniors & Transportation Assistance and Taxi Vouchers.
• Monthly Health Screenings for vision, blood pressure, diabetes and balance.
• Senior Games, national senior athletic program with 25 competitive sporting events for adults 50+
• Concerts in the Park from June through August, and much more!

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LA PINTORESCA PARK

Come out and join many of the afterschool activities designed for school aged children at La Pintoresca Park. The Park
has two grass areas - one is used as a multipurpose field and the other is a shaded small grass area suitable for lounging
outdoors. All sports areas are operated on a drop-in basis and are open to all ages. Sports areas include a basketball court
and skate park.

WASHINGTON PARK

Washington Park is located at the corner of Washington Blvd. and El Molino Ave. The park features newly designed
picnic areas and is ideal for family celebrations, company and special events. Elite outdoor fitness stations surround the
park and are a great circuit training tool. All sports areas, including basketball, handball and tennis courts, are operated
on a drop-in basis and are open to all ages.
The Washington Park Community Garden Club always welcomes new members to join the club. The club is made up of
community leaders, local neighborhood associations, members of the local ecology, and environmental groups.
All sports areas are operated on a drop-in basis and are open to all ages. Sports areas include basketball, handball, and
tennis courts.

Pasadena Recreation & Parks Foundation

The Pasadena Recreation & Parks Foundation, established over 40 years ago, aims to raise awareness and provide
support to the City’s parks and recreation programs.
The Pasadena Recreation and Parks Foundation's mission is to support the City in keeping its open spaces green and usable;
to enhance City's recreation programs including partnering with youth agencies that have similar goals so they enrich the
lives of Pasadena area residents; and to ensure that the parks inspire a vision of a healthy city.
Some of the past contributions of the Foundation include park benches in San Rafael Park, Dodger Night for Pasadena
Youth, Earth Day, and Rose Bowl Aquatics Center Scholarships. The Foundation is a recognized fiscal receiver and accepts
donations / grants to support recreation programs. Applications for scholarships and program assistance are available.
For more information or to make a donation, please call (626) 353-4013 or visit us at www.prpf.org.