City of Pasadena - PRCS Recreation Program Guide

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 1 RECREATION PROGRAM GUIDE SPRING/SUMMER 2023 www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec @pasadenaparksandrec Scan QR code

2 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide THE LEGACY OF COUNCILMEMBER JOHN J. KENNEDY SATURDAY, FEBRUARY , FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit CityOfPasadena.net/parks-and-rec or call (626) 744-7300 A.M. NOON Parade begins at North Fair Oaks Avenue and Mountain View Street NOON P.M. Festival at Robinson Park 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.

3 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide Egg Bowl 11am to 3pm // free admission // rose bowl stadium For more information, please visit www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec or call (626) 744-7311. save the date Saturday, April 8

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 4 MAYOR Victor Gordo VICE MAYOR Felicia Williams CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS District 1 Tyron Hampton District 2 Felicia Williams District 3 Justin Jones District 4 Gene Masuda District 5 Jessica Rivas District 6 Steve Madison District 7 Jason Lyon CITY MANAGER Miguel Márquez The City of Pasadena City Council Meets Mondays at 4:30 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION Mark Mastromatteo, Chair Meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at City Yards (Public Works Building) HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION Ana Maria Apodaca, Chair Meets the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center NORTHWEST COMMISSION Beverly Sims, Chair Meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center SENIOR COMMISSION Chelsea Mason, Chair Meets the second Tuesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN Charlotte Lacey, Chair Meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION Brandon Lamar, Chair Meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center ACCESSIBILITY AND DISABILITY COMMISSION Andrea Jennings, Chair Meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center HAHAMONGNA WATERSHED PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE Tim Martinez, Chair Meets Fourth Tuesday of the odd-numbered months at 6:00 p.m. at City Yards (Public Works Building) Visit www.cityofpasadena.net/commissions for more information. Passport to Fun! The City provides scholarships to eligible participants ages 18 and under who live in Pasadena or attend a Pasadena Unified School District school. Scholarships are approved based on available funding, the total gross family income, number of members in the household, and guidelines established by the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program for Housing and other programs for individuals and families of very-low to extremely-low income. For more information on the Passport To Fun Youth Scholarship Program, contact (626) 744-6500 or email [email protected]. Youth Scholarship Program Please note the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department is closed on the following days in observance of City holidays: Memorial Day Independence Day Monday, May 29, 2023 Tuesday, July 4, 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 2 Black History parade & Festival 3 Egg BOWL 5 Registration Information 6 special events 10 SUmmer Camps 12 Aquatics 15 Youth 21 teen 23 Adult 25 Older adult 32 Community Services 35 Locations 39 Farmers Market 40 Parks after dark

5 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide register online: www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve Program Title Description Location ACTIVITY GUIDE PROGRAM KEY BALLET Point your toes in the direction of fun! Develop rhythm, strength, and coordination with the fundamentals of ballet movement. Learn the basic ballet positions, jumps, turns, dances, and ballet vocabulary. Students will achieve proper placement and alignment necessary to perform classical ballet. Ballet slippers required. Robinson Park Recreation Center 03/01-04/19 5pm-6pm Tue $45/$90 Age: 7-12 Program Dates, Time, Day(s), Resident/Non-resident fee, Ages Registration Information Find your next adventure in our high-quality, fast-paced, and fun spring/summer programming! We’re excited to offer recreation classes and activities, summer day camp, aquatics, and events through our Parks After Dark program which will run July 5 – August 5. This year, we are also excited to be welcoming back the public to the much anticipated Egg Bowl, our spring egg hunt at the Rose Bowl Stadium with over 80,000 eggs! We hope to have as many children and families as possible participate in our programming this summer. We will offer six summer camps with amazingly affordable rates. In addition, we have scholarships available for qualifying families. Our aquatics program for young people under the age of 18 is quite affordable and we also offer scholarships. Finally, please consider joining a youth sports team for the entire season of basketball, volleyball and soccer or check out our non-contact boxing program. We hope to see you enjoying our parks and facilities this summer. If you have any questions about programming or need more information, please contact us at [email protected], or call (626) 744-4386. a message from the director Brenda Harvey-Williams department Director pusd students: Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) students who live outside of Pasadena pay the resident fee rate to participate in recreational classes, programs and camps. If your child attends a PUSD school and you do not reside in Pasadena, please contact the Recreation Center listed on the activity prior to registering your child(ren) and provide one of the following proof of enrollment documents to qualify: current student ID badge, current copy of student’s report card, enrollment print out, or current communication/letter (i.e. fee/reduced lunch approval, enrollment confirmation, etc.) If you have any questions or need more information, please email [email protected].

6 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide Jackie Robinson Community Center 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave. Enjoy an afternoon of singing, dancing, recitals, and more as the Seniors showcase their many talents. Sponsored by the Pasadena/Altadena Chapter of Links Inc. For more information or to register for the show, please call (626) 744-7300 or email [email protected]. SENIOR TALENT SHOW 5.18.23 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Jackie Robinson Community Center 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave. Come celebrate AAPI Heritage month at the Jackie Robinson Community Center! This event will feature art activities for children, speakers, and light refreshments. For more information, please call (626) 744-7300 or email [email protected]. ASIAN AMERICAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER(AAPI) HERITAGE MONTH 5.4.23 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Pasadena City Hall 100 N. Garfield Ave. Free family-friendly movie showing in celebration of Black History Month. Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to sit back and watch Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever. Live music begins at 5 p.m. and food will be available for purchase. The movie begins at dusk at Centennial Square in front of City Hall. Pre-registration is recommended at www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve. For more information, please call (626) 744-7330 or email [email protected]. BLACK HISTORY MOVIE NIGHT 2.24.23 5 P.m. Robinson Park Recreation Center 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. Southern California’s largest and longest-running Black History parade begins at Fair Oaks Ave. and Mountain View St. and ends at Robinson Park. Enjoy the pomp and circumstance of bands, drill and drum teams, community organizations, dignitaries, celebrity Grand Marshal and award-winning sportscaster Jim Hill, and many other parade performers. The festival features live bands, dance performances, community booths, guest speakers, food for purchase, and tons of fun! For more information, call the Jackie Robinson Community Center at (626) 744-7300. BLACK HISTORY PARADE AND FESTIVAL 2.18.23 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. SPECIAL EVENTS Rose Bowl Stadium 1001 Rose Bowl Dr Come have an EGG-CELLENT time at our spring festival and egg hunt inside the Rose Bowl Stadium! Enjoy fun for the whole family with games, art activities, live entertainment, food, pictures with the Bunny, and much more! This is Pasadena’s largest egg hunt! Children will hiphop their way onto the Rose Bowl field through more than 80,000 eggs! For more information, please call (626) 744-7500 or email [email protected]. 4.8.23 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. EGG BOWL

7 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION Robinson Park 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. Come out and experience the fun and excitement as we celebrate Juneteenth in the City of Pasadena at Robinson Park. Juneteenth commemorates the effective end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth is now a day to reflect and celebrate African American history and culture. This family-friendly celebration includes free food, live entertainment, inflatable games, spoken word artists, and arts & crafts. Food for purchase also available. For more information, please call (626) 744-7300 or email [email protected]. Pasadena City Hall - Centennial Square 100 N. Garfield Ave. The Villa Parke Boxing Program will host a free Centennial Square Amateur Boxing Event featuring male and female competitors ages 8 through 40. We will feature Southern California's top amateur competitors as they prepare for this Olympic qualifying year. For more information, please call (626) 744-6530 or email [email protected]. CENTENNIAL SQUARE BOXING SHOW 6.17.23 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 8.25.23 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. La Pintoresca Park 45 E. Washington Blvd. Come out and enjoy a community celebration at La Pintoresca Park with loved ones, friends, and neighbors at the 27th Annual Family Fun Day. Free fitness & wellness games, arts & crafts, face painting, food, and live entertainment. For more information, please call (626) 345-0706 or email [email protected]. FAMILY FUN DAY 5.27.23 11 A.m. - 3 p.m. Various Pasadena Parks We invite the community to the 12th annual Parks After Dark! Join us for a variety of free recreation opportunities that range from organized sports leagues, tournaments, movies in the park, swimming, art workshops, and more! Parks After Dark takes advantage of Pasadena’s beautiful summer evenings by activating park spaces to provide youth and their families opportunities to experience healthy recreation and active lifestyles. For more information, please call (626) 744-6530 or email [email protected]. PARKS AFTER DARK 7.5.23-8.5.23 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Pasadena City Hall - Centennial Square 100 N. Garfield Ave. Join us at the iconic Pasadena City Hall as we champion our diverse LGBTQ community! Celebrate Pride Month with us and enjoy family fun for all ages with live entertainment, arts & crafts, face painting, and more! Local LGBTQ organizations and community partners will be in attendance. The event is FREE with food available for purchase. For more information, please call (626) 744-7500 or email [email protected]. LOVE, LOUD & PROUD PRIDE MONTH CELEBRATION 6.24.23 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

8 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide Spring adventures Robinson Park 5-12 yrs M-F 4/3-4/7 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. $30/$150 Victory Park 5-12 yrs M-F 4/3-4/7 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. $30/$150 For more information, please call (626) 744-6500. To register online, visit www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec. Registration opens: Monday, February 6, 2023 for Pasadena Residents & PUSD students. Monday, February 20, 2023 for Non-residents. School is out, but fun is in! Join us for a week of fast-paced activities, arts and crafts, Fitness, games, sports, enrichment activities, and dance. meals and snacks are not provided.

9 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide WE’re HIRING! WE’re HIRING! • Day Camp Director - $22.99 - $28.71 Hourly • Instructor - $17.24 - $20.81 Hourly • Recreation Leader - $16.59 - $17.20 Hourly • Aquatics Supervisor - $26.20 - $32.73 Hourly • Pool Manager - $20.96 - $26.18 Hourly • Senior Lifeguard - $18.40 - $21.69 Hourly • Lifeguard - $18.03 Hourly • Junior Lifeguard - $16.59 Hourly Please visit: www.cityofpasadena.net/jobs open positions: open positions: TO APPLY: TO APPLY: The City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department is seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals with a passion for working with youth. Our Summer Day Camps, Aquatics, and Youth Sports programs need qualified candidates to supervise and conduct recreational activities. This is an excellent opportunity to work with youth from our local community and to serve as a positive role model in shaping our future generations.

10 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide REGISTRATION Registration for Pasadena residents and Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) students opens on Monday, March 6. Registration can be completed online and in person. General registration begins Monday, March 20. Camps will be closed in observance of Independence Day on Tuesday, July 4. If your child is a PUSD student and non-Pasadena resident, please call the Summer Day Camp office before registration opens for assistance with the process (626) 744-6500. Create your account today at www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve COVID-19 PROTOCOLS Summer programs will comply with the current Health Order. INDOOR/OUTDOOR CAMPS Our fun and popular summer camps offer arts and crafts, sports and fitness instruction, and many enrichment activities like music, dance, and nutrition instruction. Engaging S.T.E.A.M. activities like science experiments and engineering challenges are always a highlight of the summer. Campers will also enjoy special guest visits, field trips, and recreational swim. All participants will receive one free camp t-shirt. Breakfast and lunch provided by PUSD. One-time NON-REFUNDABLE registration fee of $25 per participant due at registration. VICTORY PARK SUMMER CAMP 06/12-06/30 8am-5pm M-F $30/$600 Age: 5-12 07/03-07/28* 8am-5pm M-F $40/$800 Age: 5-12 VILLA PARKE SUMMER CAMP 06/12-06/30 8am-5pm M-F $30/ $600 Age: 5-12 07/03-07/28* 8am-5pm M-F $40/$800 Age: 5-12 ROBINSON PARK SUMMER CAMP 06/12-06/30 8am-5pm M-F $30/ $600 Age: 5-12 07/03-07/28* 8am-5pm M-F $40/$800 Age: 5-12 (*No program on 7/4) OUTDOOR CAMPS ARROYO SECO ADVENTURE CAMP Experience the natural wonder of the Arroyo Seco in a fun and exciting way! Focused on environmental education and outdoor activities, this camp is based in Brookside Park with regular activities in the lower, middle and upper Arroyo. Activities include regular hikes ranging from one to five miles, nature-themed arts and crafts, archery, outdoor survival and wilderness skills and high-energy fitness and sports activities. This camp is based entirely outdoors, and is a great fit for highly active youth. Campers will also enjoy special guest visits, field trips, and recreational swim. All participants will receive one free camp t-shirt. . There is a one-time $25 NON-REFUNDABLE registration fee per child due upon registration. Brookside Park 06/19-07/07* 8am-5pm M-F $75/$360 Age: 8-12 07/10-07/28 8am-5pm M-F $75/$360 Age: 8-12 (*No program on 7/4) LA PINTORESCA PARK SUMMER CAMP Come enjoy the newly renovated park! Programming at this location takes advantage of the park amenities such as a new basketball court, skate park, and water feature. La Pintoresca Park Camp includes a full day of programming featuring arts & crafts, and enrichment activities like sports and fitness instruction. Breakfast and lunch provided free of charge by PUSD. Campers will also enjoy special guest visits, field trips and recreational swim. All participants will receive one free camp t-shirt. LA PINTORESCA PARK 06/19-07/28* 8am-5pm M-F FREE/$100 Age: 6-12 (*No program on 7/4) WASHINGTON PARK SUMMER CAMP Join us for fun in the sun at Washington Park and it's NEW Community House this summer! Programming at this location takes advantage of the park amenities such as basketball, tennis, and handball courts and walking trails. Washington Park Camp includes a full day of programming featuring arts & crafts, and enrichment activities like sports and fitness instruction. Participants will receive one free camp t-shirt. Breakfast and lunch provided free of charge by PUSD. Campers will also enjoy special guest visits, field trips and recreational swim. All participants will receive one free camp t-shirt. WASHINGTON PARK 06/19-07/28* 8am-5pm M-F FREE/$100 Age: 6-12 (*No program on 7/4) Summer Camps

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 11 TINY TOTS CAMP Keep tots active this summer with fun games, crafts, songs, special activities and physical fitness! Tiny Tots Camp is designed to give children, 3 to 5 years of age, a positive and fun introduction to organized play and structured activities. The goal is to provide an enriching, hands-on environment to promote social, emotional, physical, intellectual and creative growth. Weekly themes help emphasize the importance of learning through play. Multi-sport instruction helps tots learn about team play, following rules to achieve a goal, and sportsmanship. Free breakfast and lunch provided by PUSD. Tots must be fully potty trained. For more information call (626) 744-6500. Villa Parke Community Center 06/19-07/07* 9am-1pm M-F $30/$180 Age: 3-5 7/10-07/28 9AM-1PM M-F $30/$180 AGE: 3-5 (*No program on 7/4) TEEN SUMMER Teen Summer provides personal, social and recreational activities for youth ages 12 to 17 in a safe and positive environment. It supports opportunities for youth to develop social, emotional, and cognitive abilities and to experience achievement, leadership, enjoyment, friendship, and acknowledgment. Teen Summer offers organized instructional classes such as Screen Printing, LPTEC Cafe, Film Making, Rec Swim, Teambuilding, and Teen Talk. It also offers opportunities for unstructured activities such as game playing, socializing, and outdoor recreational play. Facility amenities include an iMac computer lab, game room, video game room, meeting and classroom, teen lounge, outdoor space and free Wi-Fi. For more information call (626) 345-0706. La Pintoresca Teen Education Center 06/12-07/28* 1pm-5pm M-F FREE/$50 Age: 12-17 (*No program on 7/4) NON-CONTACT SUMMER BOXING CAMP This co-ed camp is great fun and an even better workout! Non-contact boxing focuses on discipline, form, fitness and technique instruction. The emphasis on sportsmanship and building self-confidence and character makes this camp a great fit for youth who love traditional team sports as well as those who are more drawn to an individual sport. Camp includes a test-yourskills finale, surprise guest speakers, awards, a free t-shirt and recognition for most improved camper. Villa Parke 07/05-08/04* 1pm-3pm TU-TH $50/$75 Age: 4-16 SUMMER DAY CAMP EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Applicants for the summer season are being accepted! To apply or for more information, please visit: www.cityofpasadena.net/jobs The City of Pasadena’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is committed to ensuring a healthy and safe environment for Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) children during the academic school year 23-24. The After School Adventures Program (ASAP) is a socially active experience that encourages students from K to 5th grade to be engaged and have fun! Experienced city staff facilitate a fun, safe and inclusive environment for recreational activities during the afternoon hours. Our program includes homework time, physical fitness activities, and enrichment opportunities that foster the well-being and creativity of all participants. Our program is available for the following schools: Flexible pick-up times! After School Locations: • Don Benito • Field • Hamilton • Jackson • Longfellow • Madison • McKinley • San Rafael • Norma Coombs (at Victory Park Recreation Center) • Webster • Willard Early Care Locations: • Don Benito • Hamilton • McKinley Registration for School Year 2023-2024 will open on Monday, July 3, 2023. please visit us online at www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve. Limited scholarships available. For more information, please call (626) 744-6500.

12 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide REGISTRATION Registration for Pasadena residents and Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) students opens online on Monday, May 8. General registration begins Monday, May 22. NOTE: If your child is a PUSD student and Non-Pasadena Resident, please call for assistance with registration at (626) 744-7330. Create your account today at www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve For more information, please call (626) 744-7330. POOL LOCATIONS Robinson Park 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. Recreation Center Pool (626) 744-7330 Villa Parke 363 E. Villa St. Community Center Pool (626) 585-2026 Blair High School Pool* 1201 S. Marengo Ave. (626) 585-2027 Pasadena High School Pool* 2925 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. (626) 585-2024 *Pools at Blair High School and Pasadena High School will only have seven weeks of swim lessons, ending July 29th. REC SWIM Recreation swim available Monday-Thursday from 1-3:30 pm at all pool locations. Saturdays from 1pm-3pm at Robinson Park Recreation Center Pool. Participants are required to be dressed in swim attire. FEES Group lesson fees per session: The ratio of staff to patrons is 1:3 - 1:5 for levels 1-5. Youth 12 & under $10/$65 Private lessons fees per 30-minute class: Youth 17 & under $35/$50 Adults 18 & over $35/$50 LOCKERS & SWIM ATTIRE Participants are required to be dressed in swim attire for class session. Bathrooms will remain open and outdoor showers are avaliable. SWIM LEVEL PREREQUISITES & COURSE DESCRIPTIONS All courses based on American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program Level TT - Tiny Tots - (3-4 years old) Class is designed for children with little or no swimming experience, and is geared mainly towards water adjustment while introducing primary swimming skills. Level 1 Introduction to water activities, good habits, and overall water safety. Blow bubbles, bobbing, float, glide and proper arm/ leg actions on front/back and underwater object retrieval. Level 2 Development of proper swimming techniques like front and back crawls. Front/back floats and glides, recover to a vertical position after swimming, treading water, front and back crawl, underwater breath holding and object retrieval, and water safety skills. Level 3 Guided practice of previously attained skills in deeper water. Side breathing with the front crawl, treading water, flutter, scissor, dolphin and breast stroke kicks, elementary backstroke, and headfirst entries into the water, nonswimming assists, and water safety skills. Level 4 Develop knowledge and techniques of all strokes and other aquatic skills including preparation for swim team. Open turns on front and back, treading water, refine front crawl and backstroke, and improve on breast stroke, butterfly and sidestroke, introduction to diving, feet first surface dives, survival swimming, and water safety skills including simple water saving assists. Level 5 Further coordination and refinement of strokes and preparation for the swim team. Continued conditioning and stroke refinement, racing starts to streamline, flipturns, sculling, shallow angled dives, tuck/pike dives, nonswimming assists, and water safety skills. Aquatics June 12 To august 5 register online! visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 13 10:00 – 10:50 a.m. Levels 1 - 3 M-Th 9 a.m. Monday (first day of the session) 11:00 – 11:50 a.m. Levels 1 - 3 M-Th 9 a.m. Monday (first day of the session) 4:00 – 4:50 p.m. Levels 1 - 3 M-Th 9 a.m. Monday (first day of the session) 5:00 – 5:50 p.m. Levels 1 - 3 M-Th 9 a.m. Monday (first day of the session) 6:00 – 6:50 p.m. Levels 1 - 3 M-Th 9 a.m. Monday (first day of the session) VILLA PARKE ONLINE registration deadline Swim lessons are offered at 4 pools for swim proficiency levels TT through 5. All lessons are 50 minutes in duration. All lessons are offered 4 days per week. No class on 7/4. For more information, please contact Aquatics Program at (626) 744-7330. 10:00 – 10:50 a.m. Levels TT - 5 M-Th 9 a.m. Monday (first day of the session) 11:00 – 11:50 a.m. Levels TT - 5 M-Th 9 a.m. Monday (first day of the session) 4:00 – 4:50 p.m. Levels 1 – 5 M-Th 9 a.m. Monday (first day of the session) 5:00 – 5:50 p.m. Levels 1 – 5 M-Th 9 a.m. Monday (first day of the session) 6:00 – 6:50 p.m. Levels 1 – 5 M-Th 9 a.m. Monday (first day of the session) robinson, PASADENA, and BLAIR POOLS ONLINE registration deadline group Swim Lessons Age Limit For Recreation Swim For your safety, children ten (10) years and younger must be accompanied by an adult at all times. This includes pool, locker room, shower, and pool deck. One adult per child. NO EXCEPTIONS. Swim Attire Bathing suits are required. No cutoff or shorts below the knees are allowed. Exposed undergarments are prohibited. Proper swim attire consist of elastic or drawstring trunks, no pockets, zippers, or buttons, one or two-piece swimsuit. Body suits are not allowed. Toddlers: Parents: please have your child attempt to use restroom before entering water. Diarrhea Persons having currently active diarrhea or who have had active diarrhea within the previous 14 days shall not be allowed to enter the pool water. Thank you. 1:00pm-3:30pm All LEVELS M-Th robinson, Villa, pasadena & Blair pools no registration required Rec swim

14 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide PARENT & ME GROUP SWIM LESSONS This swim class is for parents and infants with a focus on water adjustment, safety skills and practices. This class will equip parents with information on proper holds and safe submersion to help them become confident handling their infants in the water and help the infants adapt to the water. Please note: a parent (legal guardian) must be in the water at all times during class. This class will provide 30 minutes of lessons with instructor and 15 minutes for guardian and child to explore skills in water. Villa Parke Community Center POOL 06/12-08/02 9am-9:45am M, W $50/$100 per week Age: 6m-3 ADULT WATER AEROBICS Get in shape with a water aerobics workout! Our friendly staff make workouts fun and exciting. The pool is accessible to everyone and the water is kept warm. This is a great opportunity for an invigorating, toning, and cardio-conditioning workout. This class gives you all the workout without the impact on your joints. Fee listed is per class. RObinson Park recreation center Pool 06/12-06/28 9am-9:45am M, W $2/$4 Age: 18-49 Villa Parke Community Center Pool 06/13-08/03 9am-9:45am T, TH $2/$4 Age: 18-49 OLDER ADULT WATER AEROBICS Get in shape with a water aerobics workout! Our friendly staff make workouts fun and exciting. The pool is accessible to everyone and the water is kept warm. This is a great opportunity for an invigorating, toning, and cardio-conditioning workout. This class gives you all the workout without the impact on your joints. Fee listed is per class. RObinson Park recreation center Pool 06/12-06/28 9am-9:45am M, W $2/$4 Age: 50/up Villa Parke Community Center Pool 06/13-08/03 9am-9:45am T, TH $2/$4 Age: 50/up WATER LAP SWIM Water Lap Swim is located at Robinson Park Recreation Center Pool. Registration is required to participate. Lap swim reservations are for 30 minutes only; please plan on arriving up to 5 minutes before your scheduled time and departing within 5 minutes of your end time. We encourage participants to register online at www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve or call (626) 744-7330. RObinson Park recreation center Pool 06/12-08/03 M-Th $5/$8 AGE: 16/up YOUTH PRIVATE SWIM LESSON Private Swim Lessons for youth are 30 minutes and will be offered at Pasadena High School. All levels are based on the American Red Cross Learn-to Swim Program. Ratio of Instructor to participant is 1 to 1. Lessons are in duration and $35 per class, one Saturday a week. Lessons will be offered for 9 weeks. For more information, please contact the Aquatics Program at (626) 744-7330. RObinson Park recreation center Pool 6/17-8/05 9AM-9:30AM Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 6/17-8/05 9:30AM-10AM Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 6/17-8/05 10am-10:30am Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 6/17-8/05 10:30am-11am Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 6/17-8/05 11am-11:30pm Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 6/17-8/05 11:30am-12pm Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 ADULT PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS Private Swim Lessons for adults are 30 minutes and will be offered at Pasadena High School. All levels are based on the American Red Cross Learn-to Swim Program. Ratio of Instructor to participant is 1 to 1. Lessons are one Saturday a week and $35 per class. For more information, please contact the Aquatics Program at (626) 744-7330. Pasadena High School pool* RObinson Park recreation center Pool 6/17-8/05 9AM-9:30AM Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 6/17-8/05 9:30AM-10AM Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 6/17-8/05 10am-10:30am Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 6/17-8/05 10:30am-11am Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 6/17-8/05 11am-11:30pm Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 6/17-8/05 11:30am-12pm Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 (*PLease note: Pasadena High School pool will only offer classes until 7/29) AQUATICS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Applicants for the summer season are being accepted in January and February 2023. Enrollment and/or proof of certification is required for all positions except for the Jr. Lifeguard position at the time of testing evaluation. To apply or for more information, please visit: www.cityofpasadena.net/jobs register online! visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 15 ART IN THE PARK Paint, draw, print, and work with clay as you create 2D and 3D art inspired by the garden. This class is taught by the Armory Center for the Arts. Washington Park 03/11-04/15 12:45pm-2:15pm Sat FREE Age: 6-12 05/13-06/17 12:45pm-2:15pm Sat FREE Age: 6-12 07/15-08/19 12:45pm-2:15pm Sat FREE Age: 6-12 AZTEC DANCE Participate in traditional Aztec Indian dance steps, style, movement, drum rhythms, and songs. Workshops start with basic movements and then progress to choreographed dance steps. All classes are accompanied by live Aztec drumming. This class combines youth and adult instruction. For more information call (323) 363-5931. Villa Parke Community Center 03/08-04/26 6pm-8:30pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages 05/10-06/28 6pm-8:30pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages 07/12-08/16 6pm-8:30pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages BALLET FOLKLORICO Baila con nosotros! (Come dance with us!) 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, and increase their fitness levels while enjoying this traditional art of dance expression. Robinson Park Recreation Center 03/06-04/24 6pm-7pm Mon $45/$90 Age: 4-17 05/08-06/26* 6pm-7pm Mon $39/$78 Age: 4-17 07/10-08/14 6pm-7pm Mon $34/$68 Age: 4-17 (*No class 5/29) CLAY CLUB Have fun learning how to work with clay and create imaginative ceramic pieces. This class is taught by the Armory Center for the Arts. Villa Parke Community Center 03/11-04/15 10am-11:30am Sat $50/$100 Age: 6-12 05/13-06/17 10am-11:30am Sat $50/$100 Age: 6-12 07/15-08/19 10am-11:30am Sat $50/$100 Age: 6-12 COLORING OUTSIDE THE LINES (VIRTUAL) Learn new ways to use familiar drawing tools in a fun, supportive environment. Draw the things you love under the instruction of an experienced artist. Information on how to log into the class and how to pick up the class art kit provided at registration. Virtual Community Center 03/07-04/25 5pm-6pm Tue $25/$50 Age: 5-10 05/09-06/27 5pm-6pm Tue $25/$50 Age: 5-10 07/11-08/15 5pm-6pm Tue $19/$38 Age: 5-10 PICASSO Do you have an eye for color, lines, textures or designs? Bring your inner Picasso and create a starry night painting with us! All supplies will be provided. La Pintoresca Park 03/09-04/27 4pm-5:30pm Thu FREE Age: 9/up 05/11-06/29 4pm-5:30pm Thu FREE Age: 9/up GUITAR This beginner class is a fun and great interactive way to learn guitar in a friendly setting. Students will learn chords, music theory and technic. Show off your skills at your next family gathering! Victory Park Recreation Center 03/10-04/28 4pm-5pm Fri $45/$90 Age: 8-12 05/12-06/30 4pm-5pm Fri $45/$90 Age: 8-12 07/14-08/18 4pm-5pm Fri $34/$68 Age: 8-12 youtH register online! visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

16 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide IMAGINARY GARDENS Discover the magic of spring in the garden and use your imagination to create fantasy gardens of your own through drawing, painting and other art processes. This class is taught by the Armory Center for the Arts. Villa Parke Community Center 03/06-04/10 4pm-5:30pm Mon FREE Age: 4-17 05/08- 06/12 4pm-5:30pm Mon FREE Age: 4-17 07/10-08/14 4pm-5:30pm Mon FREE Age: 4-17 PLAY IT AGAIN SOUND These piano classes will be offered in an outdoor setting to build a foundation of music theory and basic concepts of reading music. Students will learn the basics of fingering, rhythm, timing tempos, and dynamics by doing exercises and playing songs. Keyboards will be provided. Registration encouraged to ensure all students will have a piano to use. La Pintoresca Park 03/07-04/25 4pm-5:30pm Tue FREE Age: 9/up 05/09-06/27 4pm-5:30pm Tue FREE Age: 9/up PIANO FOR BEGINNERS (VIRTUAL) Virtual piano classes are offered to build a foundation of music theory and teach basic concepts of reading music. Students learn the basics of fingering, rhythm, timing tempos, and dynamics by doing exercises and playing songs. Intermediate students will take their learning to the next level with more complex technics and tunes. Each student will be assigned loaner keyboards (if needed, to use for the duration of the class). For more information, please call (626) 744-6530. Virtual Community Center 03/06-04/24 4pm-5pm Mon $45/$90 Age: 7-17 03/06-04/24 5:30pm-6:30pm Mon $45/$90 Age: 7-17 03/09-04/27 4pm-5pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 7-17 03/09-04/27 5:30pm-6:30pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 7-17 05/08-06/26* 4pm-5pm Mon $39/$78 Age: 7-17 05/08-06/26* 5:30pm-6:30pm Mon $39/$78 Age: 7-17 05/11-06/29 4pm-5pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 7-17 05/11-06/29 5:30pm-6:30pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 7-17 07/10-08/14 4pm-5pm Mon $34/$68 Age: 7-17 07/10-08/14 5:30pm-6:30pm Mon $34/$68 Age: 7-17 07/13-08/17 4pm-5pm Thu $34/$68 Age: 7-17 07/13-08/17 5:30pm-6:30pm Thu $34/$68 Age: 7-17 (*No class 5/29) HOLLYWOOD SUPER STARS! Is your child a superstar in the making and loves being on the stage? Introducing our Theater Arts program for kids! Learn to act, dance and sing on stage! Students learn fun acting games, musical songs, and even how to dance on stage! Your child will be taught how to be a SUPERSTAR while gaining confidence by performing in front of a LIVE audience! Students will also participate in our school musicals and plays. Sign up now, space is limited! Villa Parke Community Center 03/11-04/29 11:30am-12:30pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 5-8 03/11-04/29 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 9-13 05/13-07/01 11:30am-12:30pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 5-8 05/13-07/01 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 9-13 07/15-08/19 11:30am-12:30pm Sat $34/$68 Age: 5-8 07/15-08/19 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat $34/$68 Age: 9-13 TECHGYRLS® This program seeks to empower young girls in the areas of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) and to encourage them to pursue careers within these fields. TechGYRLS® is a place to dream, explore new ideas, learn new skills, and be creative through STEAM activities. To register, please visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YWCATG22 Jackie Robinson Community Center 02/07-05/23 4pm-5pm TUE FREE AGES: ALL AGES HAVE A GREAT IDEA FOR A NEW CLASS? We may be looking for service providers for enrichment programs, fitness and wellness, dance, sports, martial arts, music, arts and crafts, theater arts and more! For more information, email parksandrec@cityofpasadena. net or call (626) 744-6530. The City of Pasadena grants a 5% preference to vendors whose place of business is located within City limits if all requirements and deliverables are equal.

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 17 COVID-19 PROTOCOLS All youth sports programs will comply with the current Health Order. Weather, air quality, and health orders may cause postponements and/or cancellations. REGISTRATION INFORMATION: • Register online at www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve • SPRING Early bird registration for Pasadena residents and PUSD students: February 27, 2023 • SPRING Regular registration: March 20, 2023 • SUMMER Early bird registration for Pasadena residents and PUSD students: May 8, 2023 • SUMMER Regular registration: May 29, 2023 • League dates, times , and locations, are subject to change. SPRING MIGHTY MITES BASKETBALL Spring Mighty Mites basketball will introduce youth ages 5-8 to the fundamentals of basketball including shooting, dribbling, passing, defense, and hand-eye coordination in a safe and fun environment. Participants will learn from experienced youth sports instructors on Saturdays. Following training, participants will apply what they have learned in short practice games. Space is limited. SCHEDULE: League Dates: Saturday, April 15 - Saturday, May 20, 2023 Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am Ages/Locations: • Ages 5-6 - Octavia E. Butler Gym, 171 E. Howard St. • Ages 7-8 - Robinson Park Gym, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. FEE: • $10 for Pasadena Residents/PUSD Students • $95 for non-residents *(No program on 5/29) SPRING YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE The spring youth basketball league offers intermediate and advanced league play for youth in grades 3rd-8th. Participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of the game in a team setting by experienced youth sports instructors. The top seeds from each division will advance to the playoffs. League games are played at McKinley School, Robinson Park, Victory Park, and/or Octavia E. Butler Middle School Gym. SCHEDULE: Practice Start: Monday, March 20, 2023 League Dates: Saturday, April 15 - Friday, May 26, 2023 Divisions: • A: 7th/8th Grade - Thursday and/or Friday games. • B: 5th/6th Grade - Wednesday and/or Saturday games. • C: 3rd/4th Grade - Tuesday and/or Saturday games. FEE: • $10 for Pasadena Residents/PUSD Students • $95 for non-residents *(No program on 5/29) VILLA PARKE YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE The Villa Parke Youth Soccer League was established in the 1970s and continues to thrive. The league encourages skill development in a fun, recreational atmosphere. Quality coaching and competitive matches make the league a great fit for all skill and experience levels. SCHEDULE: Dates: Saturday, March 4 to Saturday, June 24, 2023. Divisions by birth year: · Mini Stars – 2019, 2020 · Mascots – 2019, 2018, 2017 · 6th - 2016, 2015 · 5th - 2014, 2013 · 4th - 2012, 2011 · 3rd - 2010, 2009 · 2nd - 2008, 2007 · 1st - 2006, 2005, 2004 FEE: • $10 for Pasadena Residents/PUSD Students • $85 for non-residents • Uniform Fee: $35-$60 register online! visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

18 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide SPRING YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE The Spring youth volleyball league offers recreational play for participants in grades 3rd-8th. This league will introduce participants to the basic fundamentals of volleyball including: proper footwork, serving, setting, hitting, and passing while improving players hand/eye coordination and physical fitness while competing in fun league games. Teams begin practice on Monday, March 20. The top teams from each division will get to advance to the playoffs. SCHEDULE: Dates: Tuesday, April 18 - Friday, May 26, 2023 Divisions: • A Varsity: 7th/8th Grade • A JV: 7th/8th Grade • B: 5th/6th Grade • C: 3rd/4th Grade FEE: $10 for Pasadena Residents/PUSD Students $95 for non-residents VILLA PARKE GIRLS' YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE The Villa Parke Girls Youth Soccer League (VPGYSL) is back for the 2023 season! Women’s soccer has grown drastically throughout the world. VPGYSL an excellent league for girls of all experience and skill levels. Each team has one or two practices per week and one game per week. Quality soccer and supportive staff will help your child develop her game. This league accepts players and volunteer coaches of all levels. All non-binary participants are welcome to join! SCHEDULE: League Season Dates: Sunday, March 19 - July 9, 2023* *No Games: May 7, 2023 Divisions by birth year: · Division A: 2013, 2014, 2015 · Division B: 2011, 2012 · Division C: 2009, 2010 · Division D: 2007, 2008 · Division E: 2004, 2005, 2006 FEE: • $10 for Pasadena Residents/PUSD Students • $55 for non-residents • Uniform Fee: $35-$60 SUMMER MIGHTY MITES BASKETBALL Summer Mighty Mites basketball will introduce youth ages 5-8 to the fundamentals of basketball including shooting, dribbling, passing, defense, and hand-eye coordination in a safe and fun environment. Participants will learn from experienced youth sports instructors on Saturdays. Following training, participants will apply what they have learned in short practice games. Space is limited. SCHEDULE: Dates: Saturday, July 8 - Saturday, August 5, 2023 Ages/Locations: • Ages 5-6 1. McKinley MS Gym 325 S. Oak Knoll Ave. 2. Octavia E. Butler Gym, 171 E. Howard St. • Ages 7-8 - Robinson Park Gym, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. FEE: • $10 for Pasadena Residents/PUSD Students • $95 for non-residents SUMMER YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE The summer youth basketball league offers intermediate and competitive league play for youth in grades 3rd8th. Each team will have the opportunity to play four round robin games. The summer league will offer games only - no playoffs or championships. Participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of the game in a team setting by experienced youth sports instructors. League games are typically played at McKinley School, Robinson Park, Victory Park, and/or Octavia E. Butler Middle School Gym. Participants wishing to enter the league, but not on a current team, will be referred to teams at McKinley, Robinson, Victory, or Octavia E. Butler. Teams will begin practice on Monday, June 13th. SCHEDULE: Dates: Wednesday, July 5 - Saturday, July 29, 2023 Divisions: • A: 7th/8th Grade - Thursday and/or Friday games. • B: 5th/6th Grade - Wednesday and/or Saturday games. • C: 3rd/4th Grade - Tuesday and/or Saturday games. FEE: • $10 for Pasadena Residents/PUSD Students • $95 for non-residents • VILLA PARKE BOXING MEMBERSHIP The Villa Parke Boxing membership offers youth the opportunity to learn Olympic-style boxing techniques. Training focuses on improving overall fitness and mental and physical health. Boxing greatly helps in the development of social skills, self-confidence, leadership, character and sportsmanship. Membership fees per 6 months. Villa Parke Community Center year-round 3pm-7pm M-F $25/$50 Age: 8-17

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 19 Pasadena Tennis Program TENNIS LESSONS FOR ALL AGES! Beginners to Advanced and Competitive Players. • Professional coaching! • UTR competitions! • Get Fit! • Learn to play tennis! • Improve your game Locations: • Eaton Blanche Park • Hamilton Park • Washington Park T: (626) 399-1817 E: [email protected] www.moveyourfeet.tennis Class sessions: Winter: Jan 4-Feb 26 (8 classes) Spring 1: Feb 27-Apr 9 (6 classes) Spring 2: (Apr 10-May 21 (6 classes) Pasadena Class Locations Rose Bowl Tennis Center at Brookside Park: 360 N. Arroyo Blvd Grant Park: 232 S. Michigan Ave. iTennis Group Lessons Learn the basics. Improve your game. Whatever your skill level, iTennis offers group clinics and workouts all year long. Join any time and pay a prorated fee. No more than 8 students per court. Please check our website at www.rosebowl.itennis.com to check the most up-to-date schedule and locations. Tennis Camps iTennis welcomes players of all levels and ages 6-16 to participate in one of our week-long summer camps. Morning tennis only. Please visit our website for more information. www.rosebowl.i-tennis.com Class time subject to change. Please contact our office before coming to a class. Mailing Address & Contact Info 920 Lohman Lane South Pasadena, CA 91030 Office: (626) 325-8366 eFax: (626) 628-1936 [email protected] www.rosebowl.i-tennis.com

20 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide Youth Sports Scholarship Program for non-city related sports programs i.e. tackle football (Pasadena Giants & Pasadena Wolf); little league baseball (West Pasadena); golf (The First Tee of Pasadena); lacrosse (Pasadena Lacrosse); rugby (Pasadena Rugby). Participant Scholarship: • Must live or attend school in Northwest Pasadena - Proof required (residency or school enrollment) • Must participate in a community-based recreational level youth sports program • Submit an application • At the time of registration, youth participants must be between the ages of 5-17 • Demonstrate a financial need Provide documentation consistent with CDBG HUD guidelines for “low to very low” family income,or submit a Hardship Letter from a community organization such as a homeless shelter, church, or other non-profit organizations serving transitional families. Team Scholarship: • Must be a 501c3 non-profit organization • Must serve 80% of Pasadena/PUSD youth participants • Operate within the boundaries of the City of Pasadena or the PUSD service area • Submit an application • Offer one of the following registration discounts to youth participants who live or attend PUSD school in Northwest Pasadena - For registration fees of $200 or more, $100 of the lowest advertised registration fee - For registration fees of $199 or less, 50% of the lowest advertised registration fee Must increase total participation by 10% compared to the previous year. For more information, please call (626) 744-7509 or email [email protected]. Youth Sports scholarship future stars AYSO (Soccer League) Registration information: 700 W. Woodbury Rd. Unit E. Altadena, CA 91001 www.ayso13.org Pasadena Giants Youth Football & Cheering [email protected] Pasadena Wolves Youth Football & Cheerleading (323) 353-3454 [email protected] Pasadena American Little League (Baseball) email [email protected] www.pallbb.org Pasadena Rugby Football Club email: [email protected] www.pasadenarfc.com Pasadena Running Roses Track Club (Youth Track & Field ages 5 to 18) [email protected] www.pasadenarunningroses.com Pasadena Southwest Little League (Baseball) Bill Marelich email: [email protected] www.pswll.com West Pasadena Little League (Baseball) Beverly Bogar - West Pasadena President (626) 483-9299 www.leagueline.com/westpasadena Youth Sports Directory

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 21 TEEN LA PINTORESCA TEEN EDUCATION CENTER La Pintoresca Teen Education Center provides recreational programs for youth ages 12 to 17 in a safe and positive environment. The Teen Center offers organized instructional programs such as tutoring, science, math, art studio, diy projects, poetry, teen talk, film making, ceramics, photography, and college readiness. It also offers opportunities for unstructured activities such as game playing, socializing, club meetings, and outdoor recreational play. All programming is designed to support personal, academic, and socioemotional growth. Facility amenities include an iMac computer lab, game tables, video game studio, teen lounge, outdoor space, and free Wi-Fi. For more information, please call (626) 345-0706. TEEN SUMMER 2023 Teen Summer offers organized instructional classes such as art studio, DIY projects, photography, poetry, teambuilding, and Teen Talk. It also offers opportunities for unstructured activities such as game playing, socializing, and outdoor recreational play. Facility amenities include an iMac computer lab, game room, video game room, meeting and classroom, teen lounge, outdoor space and free Wi-Fi. La Pintoresca Teen Education Center 06/12-07/28 12pm-6pm M-f FREE/$50 Age: 12-17 LPTEC BISTRO A healthy eating routine is important at every stage of life and can have positive effects that add up over time. Teens will learn how to prepare snacks, desserts and meals that make for healthy living. La Pintoresca Teen Education Center 03/06-04/24 4pm-5:30pm Mon FREE Age: 12-17 06/16-07/28 1:30pm-3pm Fri FREE Age: 12-17 RECREATIONAL TEEN SPORTS Recreational Teen Sports encourages teens to exercise outdoors, promoting an active, healthy lifestyle. Teens will play some of America's favorite sports such as basketball, soccer, volleyball and flag football. La Pintoresca Teen Education Center 03/07-04/25 4pm-5:30pm Tue FREE Age: 12-17 06/12-07/24 1:30pm-3pm Mon FREE Age: 12-17 TEEN TALK Teens face many issues and decisions. Teen Talk will help Teens understand social issues they struggle with today, while developing self-awareness and learning about themselves. Providing a safe space to express themselves will help develop the confidence needed to make healthy choices. Topics to be discussed include bullying, body image, overscheduling, peer pressure, academic problems, and social media. La Pintoresca Teen Education Center 06/14-07/26 1:30pm-3pm Wed FREE Age: 12-17 LPTEC ART STUDIO These in-depth art experiences inspire teens to engage in ambitious explorations of concepts, creative expression, historical and cultural context, connections, applications, and materials. Art teen classes are designed for all skill levels, from advanced art students to teens who simply love making art. All materials are provided. La Pintoresca Teen Education Center 03/09-04/27 4pm-5:30pm Thu FREE Age: 12-17 06/15-07/27 1:30pm-3pm Thu FREE Age: 12-17 TEEN-BUILDING Working as part of a team is an important and necessary part of life. It often becomes vital in class activities and sports. Teens will engage in teen-building activities that will help them establish routines, while having fun and help everyone feel comfortable. Working better together will mean that team members are communicating and socializing in a way that brings about progress. La Pintoresca Teen Education Center 03/10-04/28 4pm-5:30pm Fri FREE Age: 12-17

22 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide 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 nonprofit and for-profit organizations in the City of Pasadena. The program provides youth with the opportunity to gain valuable skills by exposing them to various experiences such as being docents, attending conferences, planning events, and being a spokesperson for the program. In addition, Ambassadors are City employees and active members of their community. Ambassador Program opportunities Include: • Pasadena Art Night • FAFSA, Scholarship, and College Training • Ronald McDonald’s House of Charity – Walk for Kids • Rose Bowl Half Marathon & 5K • Partnerships with multiple City departments & local non-profits Program Benefits: • Exposes students to new experiences and opportunities • Builds confidence • Creates leadership skills • Provides work readiness training • Allows teens to become part of the alumni network Program Requirements: • Age range: 14 – 18 • Attend a high school in Pasadena • Maintain a 2.5 GPA • Must have access to email and internet To view the website, please visit www.cityofpasadena. net/northwest/youth-ambassadors/ For more information, please call (626) 744-6879 or email [email protected] The San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center is a California Non-Profit Corporation, 501(c) (3), founded in 2011. Our mission is to promote a safe and inclusive San Gabriel Valley for people of all orientations and gender identities. We aim to enrich the lives of LGBTQ+ San Gabriel Valley residents by: • Fostering advocacy, education, and respect for individuals • Encouraging cultural diversity, healthy living, and full achievement of personal potential • Improving the overall visibility of the SGV LGBTQ community within the general population • Providing locally available, culturally competent programs and services • Promoting interconnection amongst the SGV LGBTQ community For more information, please visit www.sgvlgbtq.org. Follow us on social media at @sgvlgbtq

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 23 adult COVID-19 PROTOCOLS Adult classes will comply with the current Health Order. 210 ELITE - NEW! 210 Elite challenges individuals of all experience levels with exercises designed to improve strength and cardiovascular endurance. This circuit training workout combines aerobic and resistance exercises and uses a variety of equipment (TRX bands, push sleds, agility ladders, weights, medicine balls, etc.) to help participants reach their fitness goals. Villa Parke Community Center 03/07-04/25 8:30am-9:30am Tue $45/$90 Age: 18/up 03/09-04/27 8:30am-9:30am Thu $45/$90 Age: 18/up 05/09-06/27 8:30am-9:30am Tue $45/$90 Age: 18/up 05/11-06/29 8:30am-9:30am Thu $45/$90 Age: 18/up 07/11-08/15 8:30am-9:30am Tue $34/$68 Age: 18/up 07/13-08/17 8:30am-9:30am Thu $34/$68 Age: 18/up AEROBICS DANCE FITNESS Let’s dance! This classic workout will get you in shape while building strength, stamina, coordination, muscle tone and balance through fun, repetitive movement of all muscle groups with very low impact. This popular class is a perfect way to dust off those sneakers and get back in shape! Robinson Park Recreation Center 03/08-04/26 6:30pm-7:30pm Wed $45/$90 Age: 18/up 05/10-06/28 6:30pm-7:30pm Wed $45/$90 Age: 18/up 07/12-08/16 6:30pm-7:30pm Wed $34/$68 Age: 18/up AZTEC DANCE Participate in traditional Aztec Indian dance steps, style, movement, drum rhythms, and songs. Workshops start with basic movements and then progress to choreographed dance steps. All classes are accompanied by live Aztec drumming. This class combines youth and adult instruction. For more information call (323) 363-5931. Villa Parke Community Center 03/08-04/26 6pm-8:30pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages 05/10-06/28 6pm-8:30pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages 07/12-08/16 6pm-8:30pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages BALLET FOLKLORICO Baila con nosotros! (Come dance with us!) 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. Octavia E. Butler Magnet 03/07-04/25 6:30pm-7:30pm Tue $45/$90 Age: 18/up 05/09-06/27 6:30pm-7:30pm Tue $45/$90 Age: 18/up 07/11-08/15 6:30pm-7:30pm Tue $34/$68 Age: 18/up BOOTCAMP Kickoff your weekend with this fun and rigorous workout! This high-intensity interval training (HIIT) class will challenge every muscle in your body. Bootcamp incorporates a warm-up, cool-down, body weight exercises, running and relays. Everyone is welcome! Please bring exercise mat, towel and water. Victory Park Recreation Center 03/11-04/29 9:15am-10:15am Sat $45/$90 Age: 18/up 05/13-07/01 9:15am-10:15am Sat $45/$90 Age: 18/up 07/15-08/19 9:15am-10:15am Sat $34/$68 Age: 18/up

24 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide CERAMICS Introduction to basic pinching, coiling, and slab hand building techniques and glazing. Experiment and create your own work or refresh your skill with basic techniques. This class is taught by the Armory Center for the Arts. Villa Parke Community Center 03/11-04/15 8am-9:30am Sat $50/$100 Age: 18/up 05/13-06/17 8am-9:30am Sat $50/$100 Age: 18/up 07/15-08/19 8am-9:30am Sat $50/$100 Age: 18/up FIT360 Join us for 360 degrees of heart pumping, fat burning and muscle toning circuit training! This fast paced, full body workout will challenge individuals of all fitness levels. If you’re looking to burn calories, tone your body and improve your overall fitness, then FIT360 is the class for you! Victory Park 03/06-04/24 6pm-7pm Mon $45/$90 Age: 18/up 03/08-04/26 6pm-7pm Wed $45/$90 Age: 18/up 05/08-06/26* 6pm-7pm Mon $39/$78 Age: 18/up 05/10-06/28 6pm-7pm Wed $45/$90 Age: 18/up 07/10-08/14 6pm-7pm Mon $34/$68 Age: 18/up 07/12-08/16 6pm-7pm Wed $34/$68 Age: 18/up (*no class 5/29) VILLA PARKE BOXING PROGRAM The Villa Parke Boxing membership offers adults the opportunity to learn Olympic-style boxing techniques. Training focuses on improving overall fitness and mental and physical health. Boxing greatly helps in the development of social skills, self-confidence, leadership, character and sportsmanship. Membership fees per 6 months. Villa Parke Community Center year-round 9am-2pm M-f $65/$130 Age: 18/up year-round 7pm-8pm M-f $65/$130 Age: 18/up ROBINSON PARK FITNESS CENTER The Fitness Center features treadmills, ellipticals, a stair climber, spin bikes/stationary bikes, rower, strength/ functional training machines and free weights. For more info, please call (626) 744-7330. • Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. • Friday-Saturday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • Ages: 15+ • Fee: $65/$130 VILLA PARKE FITNESS CENTER - REMODELED! The newly renovated Fitness Center features treadmills, elliptical, spin bikes/stationary bikes, rower, strength/ functional training machines, free weights and boxing gym (restrictions apply). For more info, please call (626) 744-6530. • Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. • Friday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and Saturday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. • Ages: 15+ • Fee: $65/$130 LINE DANCING Come out and line dance! Line dance is choreographed dance with a repeated sequence of steps with dancers in one or more lines or rows. The fun and unique movements will keep your heart healthy, improve your balance and stimulate your mind. Learn it all at your own pace while you make new friends! Jackie Robinson Community Center 03/06-04/26 6pm-7pm M, W FREE Age: 18/up 03/06-04/26 6pm-7pm M, W FREE Age: 18/up 07/10-08/16 6pm-7pm M, W FREE Age: 18/up REC FITNESS Join us for a fun and interactive outdoor fitness class for adults with disabilities! Rec Fitness aims to help build self-esteem, improve social interaction, improve focus and function of daily living skills all while having fun and getting fit! Victory Park 03/07-04/25 3:30pm-4:30pm Tue FREE Age: 18/up 05/09-06/27 3:30pm-4:30pm Tue FREE Age: 18/up 07/11-08/15 3:30pm-4:30pm Tue FREE Age: 18/up ADAPTIVE ART (VIRTUAL) Express yourself! This virtual class provides opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to express themselves through art. Instructor is an experienced art specialist. Participants will explore their artistic skills through drawing and writing. Zoom credentials are located in receipt notes. Art supplies will be available for pick up at Villa Parke. Virtual COMMUNITY CENTER 03/08-04/26 6pm-7:30pm Wed FREE Age: 18/up 05/10-06/28 6pm-7:30pm Wed FREE Age: 18/up 07/12-08/16 6pm-7:30pm Wed FREE Age: 18/up register online! visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 25 older adults COVID-19 PROTOCOLS Adult classes will comply with the current Health Order. CHAIR AEROBICS This class is designed to improve the overall muscle strength, range of motion, flexibility and balance of active older adults. Enhance your cardiovascular health and learn a variety of low-impact chair exercises in this engaging aerobics class. Sponsored by the Pasadena Senior Center. Jackie Robinson Community Center 03/06-04/24 11am-12pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 03/07-04/25 12pm-1pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 03/09-04/27 10:30am-11:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up 05/08-06/26 11am-12pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 05/09-06/27 12pm-1pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 05/11-06/29 10:30am-11:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up 07/10-08/14 11am-12pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 07/11-08/15 12pm-1pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 07/13-08/17 10:30am-11:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up Villa Parke Community Center 03/08-04/26 1:30pm-2:30pm Wed FREE Age: 50/up 03/09-04/27 8:30am-9:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up 05/10-06/28 1:30pm-2:30pm Wed FREE Age: 50/up 05/11-06/29 8:30am-9:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up 07/12-08/16 1:30pm-2:30pm Wed FREE Age: 50/up 07/13-08/17 8:30am-9:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up DANCE FITNESS Dance your way to health! Move your body to the rhythm of music and improve your health with this low-impact dance fitness class customized specifically for older adults. Jackie Robinson Community Center 03/07-04/25 1:30pm-2:30pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 03/09-04/27 12pm-1pm Thu FREE Age: 50/up 05/09-06/27 1:30pm-2:30pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 05/11-06/29 1:30pm-2:30pm Thu FREE Age: 50/up 07/11-08/15 1:30pm-2:30pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 07/13-08/17 1:30pm-2:30pm Thu FREE Age: 50/up MIXED MEDIA MADNESS Have fun drawing and painting! Explore watercolor, collage, and a variety of other media by expressing yourself and creating individual artworks “to go!” This class is taught by the Armory Center for the Arts. Jackie Robinson Community Center 03/06-04/24 1:30pm-3pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 05/08-06/26* 1:30pm-3pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 07/10-08/14 1:30pm-3pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up (*No class 5/29) IN THE STUDIO (VIRTUAL) Artists will provide a fun environment where beginners can explore basic art techniques and more experienced participants can experiment sophisticated approaches. Processes will include drawing and painting, collage, drawing with charcoal, watercolor and basic clay hand building. Virtual 03/07-04/25 12pm-1:30pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 05/09-06/27 12pm-1:30pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 07/11-08/15 12pm-1:30pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up LINE DANCING Come out and line dance! Line dance is choreographed dance with a repeated sequence of steps with dancers in one or more lines or rows. The fun and unique movements will keep your heart healthy, improve your balance and stimulate your mind. Learn it all at your own pace while you make new friends! Jackie Robinson Community Center 03/08-04/26 12pm-1pm Wed FREE Age: 50/up 05/10-06/28 12pm-1pm Wed FREE Age: 50/up 07/12-08/16 12pm-1pm Wed FREE Age: 50/up

26 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide WALKING CLUB – NEW! Spend an hour walking with a group at your own pace. Enjoy the fresh air and the health benefits of walking. Walk at Robinson Park soccer field and other locations around Pasadena. Some walks will include a nature component. Jackie Robinson Community Center 03/07-04/25 10am-11am Tue FREE Age: 50/up 05/09-06/27 10am-11am Tue FREE Age: 50/up 07/11-08/15 10am-11am Tue FREE Age: 50/up TAI CHI Tai Chi is taught for all levels. Exercises includes a warm-up, fundamental, shibashi, and Chinese rejuvenation. Tai Chi is a whole-body exercise with many physical and mental benefits such as reduced stress, improved strength, balance, and focus. Villa Parke Community Center 03/06-04/24 11:30am-12:30pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 03/08-04/26 10:30am-11:30am Wed FREE Age: 50/up 05/08-06/26* 11:30am-12:30pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 05/10-06/28 10:30am-11:30am Wed FREE Age: 50/up 07/10-08/14 11:30am-12:30pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 07/12-08/16 10:30am-11:30am Wed FREE Age: 50/up (*No class 5/29) FARMERS MARKET WALKING CLUB – NEW! Tired of walking alone? Join our farmers market walking club! This is a perfect way to improve your health, meet other members of the community and shop local! Enjoy fresh local fruits, vegetables and various farm products. Please dress in comfortable clothes and walking shoes. Villa Parke Community Center 03/07-04/25 10am-11am Tue FREE Age: 50/up 05/09-06/27 10am-11am Tue FREE Age: 50/up 07/11-08/15 10am-11am Tue FREE Age: 50/up ENHANCE FITNESS An evidence-based group exercise program for older adults that uses simple, easy to- learn movements that motivate individuals (particularly those with arthritis) to stay active throughout their life. Each class session includes cardiovascular, strength training, balance and flexibility exercises and the fosters of strong social relationships between participants. Villa Parke Community Center 03/06-04/25 8:30am-9:30am Mon FREE Age: 50/up 03/07-04/25 8:30am-9:30am Tue FREE Age: 50/up 03/09-04/27 9:30am-10:30am THU FREE Age: 50/up WELCOME TO SPANISH CLASS – NEW! Join us on Tuesday afternoons for "Welcome to Spanish class"! This class is an introduction to the Spanish language. Participants will learn greetings, vocabulary, and grammar from a qualified Spanish teacher. Jackie Robinson Community Center 03/07-04/25 3pm-4pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 03/09-04/27 3pm-4pm Thu FREE Age: 50/up 05/09-06/27 3pm-4pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 05/11-06/29 3pm-4pm Thu FREE Age: 50/up 07/11-08/15 3pm-4pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 07/13-08/17 3pm-4pm Thu FREE Age: 50/up BRIDGE CLUB Join us Monday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. for the selfinstructed bridge club. Fifty-two (52) cards, one enjoyable game. Participants return to the table repeatedly for the mental challenge, competition, and fantastic company of those who share their love for the most fabulous card came. Participants of all experience levels are welcomed. Jackie Robinson Community Center 03/06-04/24 10am-4pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 05/08-06/26* 10am-4pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 07/10-08/14 10am-4pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up (*No class 5/29) GAME HOUR – NEW! Connect with other older adults to share stories, play board games, bingo, read books, and play cards! Villa Parke Community Center 03/06-04/24 9am-11am Mon FREE Age: 50/up 03/08-04/26 9am-11am Wed FREE Age: 50/up 05/08-06/26* 9am-11am Mon FREE Age: 50/up 05/10-06/28 9am-11am Wed FREE Age: 50/up 07/10-08/14 9am-11am Mon FREE Age: 50/up 07/12-08/16 9am-11am Wed FREE Age: 50/up (*No class 5/29)

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 27 ZUMBA A dance fitness class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance moves — creating a fun, effective fitness program. These dance moves give you a total-body workout, combining all elements of fitness - cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility. Villa Parke Community Center 03/06-04/24 2pm-3pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 03/08-04/26 9am-10am Wed FREE Age: 50/up 05/08-06/26* 2pm-3pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 05/10-06/28 9am-10am Wed FREE Age: 50/up 07/10-08/14 2pm-3pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 07/12-08/16 9am-10am Wed FREE Age: 50/up (*No class 5/29) BOOK CLUB Join a senior Book Club that gives you the opportunity to read captivating books and discuss them in a group setting. This activity can enhance communication skills, and sharpen the mind while making friends. The Book Club is for all seniors from beginner to advanced readers. Villa Parke Community Center 03/10-04/28 12:30pm-1:30pm Fri FREE Age: 50/up DOMINOS, CHESS, AND CARDS CLUB Dominoes, Chess, and Cards Club meets weekdays to play recreational games and socialize. Jackie Robinson Community Center 03/06-04/28 10am-4pm M-f FREE Age: 50/up 05/08-06/30* 10am-4pm m-f FREE Age: 50/up 07/10-08/18 10am-4pm m-f FREE Age: 50/up (*No class 5/29) COFFEE CONNECT - NEW! There is no better way than to start your day with a delicious cup of coffee, puzzles and games. No registration needed. Jackie Robinson Community Center year-round 9am-11am f FREE Age: 50/up Help decrease the environmental impact of printing paper bills Check it out at PWPweb.com Have secure access to past statements View monthly statements online anytime Receive bill notifications without delay via email Access and schedule payments from a smartphone or computer Save time and reduce paper clutter Create Your New Online Account Today! GO PAPERLESS with PWP

28 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide Senior Talent Showcase THURSDAY, may 18 - 1-3 p.m. Jackie Robinson Community Center 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave. Come and show your TALENT!! Sign up at the Information Desk at Jackie Robinson Community Center or villa-parke community center. for more information, please call (626) 744-7300. Singing Dancing Reciting Playing an Acting Instrument 27th Annual

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 29 Older Americans Month

30 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide Pasadena senior center The Pasadena Senior Center provides recreational, educational and wellness activities for seniors age 50 and older. Located at 85 East Holly Street in Old Pasadena, the Senior Center is a place where Seniors can gather to meet friends for coffee, attend educational lectures or participate in fitness classes, interest clubs and games such as pool, backgammon, chess and checkers. The membership is $45/year (rates are subject to change) plus the class fee (listed in the classes below) to participate. Non-members can participate in classes for the class prices listed below plus an additional $10. For more information on the Pasadena Senior Center, please visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org, email info@ pasadenaseniorcenter.org or call (626) 795-4331 spring Session 4/10 - 6/17 SUMMER Session 7/10 - 9/16 ART & JOY OF SEWING Beginner and advanced students are welcome. Additional supplies may be required to be purchased. 50+ M 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Fee: $85 per 10 week session FRENCH CLASSES (VIA ZOOM) Whether you’re new or want to continue learning the beautiful French language, our French class levels will accommodate your skill level. French 1: W 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm French 2: M 9:30 am – 11 am French 3: M 11:00 am – 12:30 am French 4: W 11:00 am – 12:30 am French 5: W 9:30 – 11:00 am 50+ Fee: $55 per 10 week session (individual class level) INTRODUCTION TO SPANISH Welcome to Spanish! This class will be a fun introduction to greetings, vocabulary, and grammar in a foreign language. Class will be a fun learning experience with a qualified Spanish teacher in which we will share in class discussion and conversation. 50+ Tue 9:00 am - 10:00 am Fee: $55 per 10 week session FILM HISTORY Let’s take a trip back to the golden ages of cinema from the beginning, covering some of the most significant film genres. We’ll discuss how the films influenced the times and how the times influenced the films, which still to this day bear relevance. This course will give you a clear sense of the writer, director, and actor’s journey, and will break down the films that defy the moral and intellectual trends of a given era, while tapping into the culture, social and economic values that defined the period of history during which they were written and made. 50+ W 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm Fee: $60 per 10 week session GETTING TO KNOW YOUR IPAD AND IPHONE (BEGINNERS) Whether you’re new to your iPad or iPhone, or want to learn the different features that your device can offer, then this class is for you. From updating and changing your settings to taking pictures and editing videos, this class is for the everyday user. Bring your own device or borrow one from PSC. 50+ Fri 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fee: $55 per 10 week session MAKING SENSE OF THE NEWS Join a weekly discussion of topics in the news with a retired journalism professor. Explore why some topics make it on to the front page or onto the evening news while others don’t. What makes something newsworthy? Who decides? Are they always right? The group will monitor major media outlets and go behind the scenes as reporters and editors make the decisions on what to cover, how to cover it and how to present it. Bring your own ideas and toss them into the ring for discussion. 50+ TH 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Fee: $30 per 10 week session BALLROOM LINE DANCING Seniors love Ballroom Line Dancing because it’s fun, easy to learn and they can dance to all the beautiful ballroom music without a partner. “Ballroom line dancing” is line dancing with a twist. Students will learn the basic steps of many ballroom dances (e.g., Foxtrot, Cha Cha, etc.) in a line dance format. Students will also learn the most popular line dances such as “New York New York,” “Mambo 5,” “Electric Slide,” and others. Students will learn the basic patterns and character of each dance, as well as how to recognize the music. At the end of each class, students should feel comfortable dancing through an entire song at dance parties and weddings. 50+ W 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fee: $55 per 10 week session

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 31 BOLLYX LOW IMPACT, DANCE CARDIO CLASS (ZOOM ONLY) BollyX is a Bollywood-inspired dance-fitness program that combines dynamic choreography with the hottest music from around the world. The 50-minute cardio workout cycles between higher and lower-intensity dance sequences to get you moving, sweating, and motivated all at the same time. At the very core of a BollyX workout is the inspiration it draws from the music and dance of Bollywood, the film industry of India. The BollyX Low Impact program has all the same energy and swag as the original BollyX format but without high impact dance movements. This format was designed for individuals who love to dance and prefer or need low impact choreography. No prior dance experience is required—just a positive attitude! Improve your coordination and mind-body awareness, and come join us on the “movie set” as you unleash your inner rock star low impact-style. 50+ F 3:00 pm - 3:50 pm Fee: $55 per 10 week session TAP This is a fun class that starts with a 5-minute tap warmup and stretch. Then we continue with some choreographed routines for performance or just for fun. We use all kinds of music like pop, jazz, and Broadway. We also do standard tap routines like the Shim Sham Shimmy. 50+ T 10:30 am - 11:30 pm Fee: $10 per class (ongoing) 50+ F 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Fee: $10 per class (ongoing) ZUMBA GOLD This is a fitness program designed to take the exciting Latin and international dance rhythms of Zumba and bring them to the active older adult. This exhilarating program is so easy to follow that people of any age can enjoy it. Instructor: Hector Ramirez 50+ M 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Fee: $55 per 10 week session STEP TO THE BEAT AEROBICS This class will help improve your cardiovascular system by challenging your heart and lungs. Participants will use their own body weight and improve agility, mobility, and balance. We will warm-up, exercise and cool down. Participants will enjoy walking or stepping to the beat. This class is fun, interactive, and great for individuals with all levels of fitness. 50+ M 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fee: $65 per 8 week session CHAIR AEROBICS This course offers a combination of low-impact and chair aerobics and the use of weights. Participants will tone their muscles and increase flexibility. 50+ TUE 9:30 am-10:15 am Fee: $55 per 10 week session PEP UP YOUR LIFE (ZOOM ONLY) Designed to improve strength, balance and flexibility, this introductory level class will improve the way you feel about your health and body, while increasing muscle mass and bone density. Participants work at their own pace and within their own comfort range. 50+ SAT 9:30 am – 10:30 am Fee: $40 per 10 week session CHAIR PILATES AND STRETCHING Join us for this full body Pilates workout. All exercises are performed in a seated position and are perfect for seniors and beginners. This class focuses on improving posture, core strengthening, and stretching. 50+ F 10:30 am – 11:35 am Fee: $55 per 10 week session QIGONG & TAI CHI This class combines the basic concept and theory of chi and chi movement to enhance your physical and spiritual well-being and increase your youthful vitality and longevity. 50+ TH 10:00 am - 11:00 pm Fee: $45 per 8 week session 50+ TH 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Fee: $45 per 8 week session STRENGTH TRAINING (ZOOM ONLY) Learn how to strengthen your body without access to workout machines. This virtual strength class uses free weights, bands, ankle weights, or anything you can use around your house to create resistance. Every large muscle group in the body will experience resistance to promote muscle building in the comfort of your home. 50+ M & TH 10:00 am–11:00 am Fee: $110 per 8 week session YOGA Yoga is valuable for everyone: the young, the old, beginners, and advanced practitioners. Each student proceeds at his or her own pace. Yoga’s emphasis is on the precise alignment of the body in the asanas (poses) and the careful sequencing and timings of the asanas. 50+ W 9:00 am–10:30 am Fee: $55 per 10 week session

32 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide community services COMMUNITY SERVICES Community Services representatives are available by appointment to assist the public with the following services: small claims, restraining orders, responses to restraining orders, unlawful detainers, landlord/ tenant issues, social security forms, CalFresh, GR forms, unemployment claims, state disability, Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, legal name changes, housing applications, and referrals. Jackie Robinson Community Center M-F 8am-5pm Year-round Fees vary By appointment only. Please call (626) 744-7300. Villa Parke Community Center M-F 8am-5pm Year-round Fees vary By appointment only. Please call (626) 744-6530 . HOUSING RIGHTS CENTER Expanded programs include a Litigation Department, Outreach, Education Department, discrimination investigation and landlord/tenant counseling. For the safety and health of your family, services are offered by phone until further notice. Please call (626) 791-0211 or (800) 477-5977 for more information. virtual M-F 8am-5pm Year-round Free FREE COMMUNITY LEGAL CLINIC - NEW! Open to all individuals and community members who need legal assistance, but lack the resources to hire an attorney. Assist with housing; family law; bankruptcy/ consumer debt; probate; civil matters; public benefits; expungements and other issues. Please bring all documents related to your case. If you can’t attend the clinic and are in need of support, please call Public Counsel at (213) 385-2977. This service is sponsored by Public Counsel and All Saints Church. Jackie Robinson Community Center 2nd SAT. of Each month 9am-12pm Year-round FREE HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION LEGAL CLINIC - NEW! Open to all individuals and community members who need legal assistance, but lack the resources to hire an attorney (income limits apply). Please bring all documents related to your case. If you can’t attend the clinic and are in need of support, please call Public Counsel at (213) 385-2977. This service is sponsored by Public Counsel. Jackie Robinson Community Center 3rd. Tue. of each month 10am-2pm year-round FREE PASSPORT ACCEPTANCE SERVICE - NEW! U.S. Citizens may apply for their U.S. Passport with our trained Passport Acceptance Agents. Photos can be taken on site for $10. Jackie Robinson Community Center By appointment only. Please call (626) 744-7300. OPTIONS FOR LEARNING HEAD START PASADENA The Head Start Program is innovative, creative and dedicated to enhancing the lives of its children, 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. Villa Parke Community Center M-F 8:15-11:45 am & 12:15-3:45 pm WIC PROGRAM A program of the Pasadena Public Health Department, WIC is a supplemental food program and nutrition 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, please visit www.cityofpasadena.net/ publichealth/wic or call call (626) 744-6520. Villa Parke Community Center M-Th 8am-5pm Year-round

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 33 IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE Community Service staff assist individuals seeking an adjustment in status, advocacy, referral, and information regarding family petitions, Deferred Action Childhood Arrival (DACA), citizenship, and registry. By appointment only. Jackie Robinson Community Center M-F 8am-5pm Year-round Fees vary Villa Parke Community Center M-F 8am-5pm Year-round Fees vary INCOME LIMITS: • Taxpayers with 3 or more dependents: up to $75,000 • Taxpayers with less than 3 dependents: Up to $65,000 • Taxpayers with no dependents: up to $56,000 CAN HELP WITH: • Schedule C-EZ and C (Cash Income,1099-MISC & Expense<5,000) • Schedule A (Own a house but do not rent out a room) • Schedule B (Interest & Dividends) • Earn Income Credit, Child Tax Credit, Education Credits, Child Care Credits, Etc. LOCATION: • Villa Parke Community Center 363 E. Villa St. Pasadena CA, 91101 APPOINTMENT REQUIRED YEAR-ROUND SERVICE PREPARATION FREE TAX (626) 744-6530 We may be looking for instructors for enrichment programs, fitness and wellness, dance, sports, martial arts, music, arts and crafts, theater arts and more! For more information, email [email protected] or call (626) 744-6530. The City of Pasadena grants a 5% preference to vendors whose place of business is located within City limits if all requirements and deliverables are equal. Have a great idea for a new class?

34 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide The Villa Verde Rooftop Community Garden is hosted by the City of Pasadena's Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department and was created with the support of the City of Pasadena. The community garden aligns with the Department's mission to preserve and improve the physical, social, and economic health of Pasadena neighborhoods by delivering inclusive, innovative, and progressive recreational and community service programs. The garden is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization and a member of the Los Angeles Community Garden Council, which provides administrative support to a large network of community gardens in Los Angeles County. GARDEN HOURS: Mon - Fri • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sat • 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sun • Closed For more information, please call the Villa Parke Community Center at (626) 744-6530 or email [email protected]. OPPORTUNITIES AT THE GARDEN Become a member of a vibrant community and learn to grow your own food! Garden plot member fees are only $3-$6 per month. Please send inquires to [email protected]. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Interested in helping us grow? As a volunteer organization, we rely heavily on volunteers to help us accomplish our mission. We welcome all skill levels and both short-term or long-term commitments. Interested parties, please send an email to [email protected]. community garden Pasadena parks, recreation and community services REFUND POLICy Program/Activity Registrations/Aquatics Refunds must be requested in writing at least ten (10) calendar days prior to the activity/program start date. A customer receipt must accompany the refund request, and a 20% administrative charge may be deducted. Failure to cancel prior to ten (10) calendar days from the activity/program start date will forfeit all paid fees. Afterschool Program Refunds must be requested in writing, and received by the Afterschool Adventures Program office prior to the week and/or month that the child(ren) will not attend. A 20% administrative charge may be deducted. Failure to cancel prior will forfeit all paid fees. Summer Camp Refunds must be requested in writing, and received by the Summer Camp Program office prior to the week and/or month that the child(ren) will not attend. A 20% administrative charge may be deducted. Failure to cancel prior will forfeit all paid fees. Memberships All membership sales are final. Point-of-Sale No refunds provided once services have been rendered. Facility Reservations/Permits The individual to whom the permit was issued is required to notify the Facility Reservations Desk or Special Events Office in writing of any cancellation. Notification provided to the Reservation Desk shall be by one of the following methods: 1. Email: [email protected] 2. In-Person Delivery: Victory Park, 2575 Paloma St., Pasadena, CA 91107. Cancellation date will be the date the written notification is received by the Facility Reservations Desk or Special Events Office. The following is the breakdown of the refund: • 31+ Calendar days prior to reservation: 100% refund • 11-30 Calendar days prior to reservation: 80% refund • 0-10 Calendar days prior to reservation: Forfeit all fees For more information, please email [email protected] or call (626) 744-4386.

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 35 ALL PARKS ARE OPEN FROM MON-SUN 6:00 A.M. - 10:00 P.M. OR DAWN TO DUSK. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT WWW. CITYOFPASADENA.NET/PARKS PRE-SCHOOLS Burbank Early Education Center 524 Palisade St. 1 ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Altadena Elementary School 743 E Calaveras St. 2 Cleveland Elementary School (Closed) 524 Palisade St. 3 Don Benito Fundamental School 3700 Denair St. 4 Field Elementary School 3600 E Sierra Madre Blvd. 5 Franklin Elementary School (Closed) 527 W Ventura St. 6 Hamilton Elementary School 2089 Rose Villa St. 7 Jackson Elementary School 593 W Woodbury Rd. 8 Jefferson Elementary School (Closed) 1500 E Villa St. 9 Longfellow Elementary School 1065 E Washington Blvd. 10 Madison Elementary School 515 Ashtabula St. 11 Norma Coombs Elementary School 2600 Paloma St. 12 Roosevelt Elementary School (Closed) 314 N Pasadena Ave. 13 San Rafael Elementary School 1090 Nithsdale Rd. 14 Octavia E. Butler Magnet 1520 N Raymond Ave. 25 Webster Elementary School 2101 E Washington Blvd. 16 Willard Elementary School 301 S Madre St. 17 K-5 SCHOOLS McKinley School 325 S. Oak Knoll Ave. 18 Sierra Madre Elementary School 141 W Highland Ave. 19 MIDDLE SCHOOLS Blair Inter. Baccalaureate School 1201 S Marengo Ave. 20 Charles W. Eliot Middle School 2184 N Lake Ave. 21 Marshall Secondary School 990 N Allen Ave. 22 McKinley Middle School 325 S. Oak Knoll Ave. 23 Sierra Madre Middle School 160 N. Canon Ave. 24 Octavia E. Butler Magnet 1505 N Marengo Ave. 25 HIGH SCHOOLS Blair Inter. Baccalaureate School 1201 S Marengo Ave. 20 Marshall Secondary School 990 N Allen Ave. 22 John Muir High School 1905 N Lincoln Ave. 28 Pasadena High School 2925 E Sierra Madre Blvd. 29 ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLS CIS Academy 2925 E Sierra Madre Blvd. 29 Rose City High School 351 S. Hudson Ave. 31 CHARTER SCHOOLS Aveson Charter School 575 W. Altadena Dr. 32 Learning Works! Charter School 90 N. Daisy Ave. 33 Odyssey Charter School 725 West Altadena Drive 34 Pasadena Rosebud Academy 3544 Canon Blvd 35 CITYWIDE PARKS Brookside Park 360 North Arroyo Blvd. 36 Hahamongna Park Oak Grove Dr & Foothill Blvd. 37 Lower Arroyo Seco South of 134 Freeway 38 COMMUNITY PARKS Central Park 275 South Raymond Ave. 39 Memorial Park 85 East Holly 40 Robinson Park 1081 North Fair Oak Ave. 41 Victory Park 2575 Paloma St. 42 Villa Parke 363 East Villa St. 43 POCKET / MINI PARKS / GARDEN Defenders Park 450 W. Colorado Blvd. 44 Eaton Sunnyslope Park Sunnyslope Ave & Paloma St. 45 Gwinn Park 3000 E. Orange Grove Blvd. 46 Lamanda Park Library Pocket Park 140 South Altadena Dr. 73 Linda Vista Park 1259 Linda Vista Ave 47 San Rafael Park Colorado Blvd & Melrose Ave. 48 Playhouse Village Park 710 E. Union St. 49 Wrigley Gardens 391 South Orange Grove Blvd. 50 Tournament Park Wilson and Cornell Road 51 NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS Annandale Canyon Park 1410 Wierfield Dr. 52 Allendale Park 1130 South Marengo 53 Brenner Park 235 West Barthe Dr. 54 Eaton Blanche Park 3100 East Del Mar Blvd. 55 Desiderio Neighborhood Park 10 N Arroyo Blvd. 56 Grant Park 232 South Michigan Ave. 57 Hamilton Park 3680 Cartwright St. 58 Jefferson Park 1501 East Villa St. 59 La Pintoresca Park 45 East Washington Blvd. 60 McDonald Park 1100 East Mountain 61 Singer Park 651 S. St. John Ave. 62 Vina Vieja Park 3100 E. Orange Grove Blvd. 63 Washington Park 700 E. Washington Blvd. 64 CITY HALL AND OTHER FACILITIES City Hall 100 N. Garfield Ave. 65 La Casita del Arroyo Clubhouse 177 S. Arroyo Blvd. 66 Pasadena Senior Center 85 E. Holly 67 PASADENA PUBLIC LIBRARIES Jefferson School Library 1500 East Villa Street. Allendale Branch Library 1130 South Marengo Ave. 69 Hastings Branch Library 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd. 70 Hill Avenue Branch Library 55 South Hill Ave. 71 La Pintoresca Branch Library 1355 North Raymond Ave. 72 Lamanda Park Branch Library 140 South Altadena Dr. 73 Linda Vista Branch Library 1281 Bryant St. 74 San Rafael Branch Library 1240 Nithsdale Rd. 75 Santa Catalina Branch Library 999 E. Washington Blvd. 76 Villa Parke Branch Library 363 East Villa St. 77 locations of facilities

36 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide City of Pasadena Map ARROYO LINDA VISTA LOS ROBLES MOUNTAIN LAKE SAN GABRIEL ALTADENA EL MOLINO UNION DEL MAR CRAIG MARENGO CALIFORNIA GLENARM FAIR OAKS ORANGE GROVE COLORADO LINCOLN ROSEMONT ROSEMEAD ALLEN WALNUT WASHINGTON PASADENA HILL WILSON 4 5 1 7 9 2 10 11 14 17 18 20 22 13 25 28 33 31 29 36 39 34 41 40 42 43 44 46 52 53 47 12 8 50 55 57 54 58 59 63 62 16 24 64 66 19 35 32 38 21 60 68 70 6 45 73 56 74 65 71 51 76 49 75 48 61 37

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 37 Park & Facility find a venue for your next event reservations submit your request at www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve Reserve a facility for your meetings, parties and celebrations. From the historical La Casita Del Arroyo to the newly remodeled Robinson Park Recreation Center, we have a space to meet your needs. For more information on available options and requirements, contact the Reservation Desk at (626) 744-7500 or by email at [email protected]. Reservations can also be submitted online at www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve.

38 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide Online Application period: Monday, March 1 through Friday, March 31, 2023 For more information or application assitance, please call (626) 744-6530 or (626) 744-7300 or email [email protected] 400 online entries available on a first come, first served basis. to apply, please visit www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec The ROSE Internship Program is a internship program for Pasadena youth and young adults age 14-24 available for low to moderate-income households. Work assignments include, but are not limited to the fields of recreation, day camps, maintenance, clerical, technology, engineering, and internship opportunities may be available throughout the year. ROSE INTERNSHIP @PasadenaParksandRec Program

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 39 T www.pasadenafarmersmarket.org Buy Fresh ... Eat Local! Selling California fruits, vegetables, plants, flowers, honey, cheeses, baked goods, and more! 2 convenient locations, rain or shine! Villa Parke Small Neighborhood Market 363 E. Villa St. Tuesdays, 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Victory Park (PHS Parking Lot) Sierra Madre Blvd. Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m

40 Spring/Summer I 2023 Recreation Guide 12th annual Parks After Dark @PASADENAparksandrec follow us! la pintoresca teen education center LPTEC public health department FREE Activities for all ages! Sports, Movies, RECREATION SWIM, Concerts, Arts & CRAFTS AND MORE! for more information, please visit www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec or call (626) 744-6530. 7.5.23 to 8.5.23