City of Pasadena - PRCS Recreation Program Guide

FALL/WINTER 22-23

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RECREATION PROGRAM GUIDE

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec @wpwwa.csityaodfpaesnadaenpa.naert/kpasrksa-anndd-rrece1c

Latino Heritage Celebrations

Free and fun cultural celebrations for the whole family to enjoy!

Fiestas Patrias September 16, 5-9 p.m. - villa parke

The Grand Fiesta is back! Join Parks, Recreation and Community Services in commemorating

the independence of 18 Latin American countries. This lively family celebration will feature

the Parade of Flags, crowning of the queen and court by City officials, and children's activities.

Food will be available for purchase.

Latino Heritage Parade and Festival october 1, 10a.m.-4p.m. - villa parke

Join local schools, community groups, elected officials, dignitaries, neighbors and friends at

the 24th annual Latino Heritage Parade and Festival. This event is sponsored by the City of

Pasadena and the Pasadena Latino Heritage Committee.

Chocolate Skull Making october 8, 2-5 p.m. - villa parke

Dia De los Muertos (Day of the Dead) sugar skull craft. Participants will follow step-by-step

instructions to create a fun and unique chocolate calavera. All supplies will be provided and

registration is required. This activity will be split with the Paint and Aguas Frescas activity

based on age.

Paint and Aguas Frescas october 8, 2-5 p.m. - villa parke

Join us for Paint and Aguas Frescas! Participants will have the opportunity to create their very

own painting while enjoying a tasty cantarito of agua fresca! Art kits and aguas will be

provided. Participants will paint under the instruction of an experienced artist.

Movie in the Park (VIVO) october 14, dusk - Tournament of Roses Association Grounds

Bring your blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy a movie at the Tournament of Roses Association
Grounds.

Dia de los Muertos october 28, 5-9 p.m. - villa parke

Join friends and neighbors at Villa Parke Community Center to celebrate Dia de Los Muertos

(Day of the Dead). The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is teaming up

with Armory Center for the Arts and Pasadena Community Job Center to commemorate the

centuries-old holiday with dance performances; arts and crafts; food available for purchase;

and “ofrendas,” altars honoring the lives of the deceased.

Register for these events and activities at www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve. For more
information, please visit www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec or call (626) 744-6530.

Latino Locations: follow us!

Heritage villa parke, 363 e. villa st.

parade & festival

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

MAYOR Victor Gordo Labor Day Veterans Day
Monday, Sept. 5 Friday, Nov. 11 (Observed)
VICE MAYOR Andy Wilson
Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS Thursday, Nov. 24 Friday, Nov. 25
District 1 Tyron Hampton
District 2 Felicia Williams Christmas Day New Year's Day
District 3 In memoriam of John J. Kennedy Monday, Dec. 26 Monday, Jan. 2
District 4 Gene Masuda
District 5 Jessica Rivas Martin Luther King Jr. Day Lincoln's Birthday
District 6 Steve Madison Monday, Jan. 16 Monday, Feb. 13
District 7 Andy Wilson
Washington's Birthday
CITY MANAGER Miguel Márquez Monday, Feb. 20

The City of Pasadena City Council ACTIVITY GUIDE
*Meets Mondays at 4:30 p.m.
2 latino heritage celebrations
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION 4 Registration Information
Mark Mastromatteo, Chair 5 After School Adventures
11 Youth
*Meets the first Tuesday of each month at 15 teen
6:00 p.m. 17 Adult
19 older adult
HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION 22 Community Services
Ana Maria Apodaca, Chair 24 Locations

*Meets the second Wednesday of each month at 27 pasadena public library
6:00 p.m.
Fun!P a s s p o r t t o
NORTHWEST COMMISSION Youth Scholarship Program
Beverly Sims, Chair
The City provides scholarships to eligible participants ages
*Meets the second Tuesday of each month 17 and under who live in Pasadena or attend a Pasadena
at 6:30 p.m. Unified School District school. Scholarships are approved
based on available funding, the total gross family income,
SENIOR COMMISSION number of members in the household, and guidelines
Chelsea Mason, Chair established by the Community Development Block
*Meets the second Tuesday of each month Grant (CDBG) program for Housing and other programs
for individuals and families of very-low to extremely-low
at 2:00 p.m. income. For more information on the Passport To Fun Youth
Scholarship Program, contact (626) 744-6500 or email
COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN [email protected].
Charlotte Lacey, Chair

*Meets the first Wednesday of each month at
6:00 p.m.

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
Brandon Lamar, Chair

*Meets the first Tuesday of each month
at 6:30 p.m.

ACCESSIBILITY AND DISABILITY COMMISSION
Andrea Jennings, Chair

*Meets the fourth Tuesday of each month
at 5:30 p.m.

HAHAMONGNA WATERSHED PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tim Martinez, Chair

*Meets Fourth Tuesday of the odd-numbered months
at 6:00 p.m.

*All meetings are currently held virtually. Visit
www.cityofpasadena.net/commissions/ for more information.

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a message from the director

Happy Fall Ya'll! As we welcome our children back to school, we also welcome them back to our affordable,
high-quality, and fun before and after school programming. Offered at various campuses in partnership with
the Pasadena Unified School District, the After School Adventures Program is one of our largest and most
impactful programs. We also offer after school programming at the La Pintoresca Teen Education Center for
students age 12 to 17 with specialized teen programming focused on personal enrichment and academic
success. We’re proud to support our students and working families through these and other programs.

We are also excited to welcome back youth sports with fall soccer, flag football, and volleyball. Our goal
is to provide a supportive, recreational athletics focused on technique and skill building for all skill levels.
We hope to get as many children and teens as possible participating in our fall youth sports programs. To
support this goal, the City of Pasadena has reduced participation fees to $10 for Pasadena residents under
age 18 and Pasadena Unified School District students. Also, we are excited to introduce our youth sports
scholarship program for non-city programs (see page 14). Fees for adults and youth who reside outside of
Pasadena and do not attend PUSD school will remain at our usual rates.

Our popular cultural celebrations are always a highlight of the year. Join us in celebrating Latino Heritage
Month in September and October. The Latino Heritage Planning Committee has planned great activities and
events for the whole family, and all events are free!

Brenda Harvey-Williams Rest assured, we continue to work closely with our Pasadena Public Health Department to implement
department Director COVID-19 safety protocols. We hope to see you enjoying our parks and facilities this fall. If you have any
questions about programming or need more information, please contact us at
[email protected], or call (626) 744-4386.

Registration Information

register online:

www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

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].

Program Title ACTIVITY GUIDE PROGRAM KEY
Description
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.

Location Robinson Park Recreation Center

09/06-11/8 5pm-6pm Tue $45/$90 Age: 7-12

Program Dates, Time, Day(s), Resident/Non-resident fee, Ages

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Flexible pick-up times!

The City of Pasadena’s Parks, Recreation and Program Dates: august 11, 2022 - June 1, 2023
Community Services Department is
committed to ensuring a healthy and safe Early Care Locations:
environment for Pasadena Unified School
District (PUSD) children during the academic • Don Benito
school year 22-23. We work closely with • Hamilton
local and state health officials to follow • McKinley
recommended health protocols and take Program fee: $25 per quarter (fee not prorated)
every precaution, and appropriate action to
provide safe after school programming. after school LOCATIONS:

The After School Adventures Program • Don Benito
(ASAP) is a socially active experience that • Field
encourages students from K to 8th grade to • Hamilton
be engaged and have fun! Experienced City • Jackson
staff facilitate a fun, safe and inclusive • Longfellow
environment for recreational activities • Madison
during the afternoon hours. Our program • McKinley
includes homework time, physical fitness • San Rafael
activities, and enrichment opportunities that • Norma Coombs
foster the well-being and creativity of all
participants. (at Victory Park Recreation Center)
• Webster
Registration is now open! • Willard

Program Fee: $30 per quarter (fee not prorated)
and one-time registration fee of $25.

To register, please visit us online at www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve. Limited
scholarships available. For more information, please call (626) 744-6500.

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BLOCK PARTY

10.29.22 // 3-8 P.M.

LA PINTORESCA PARK, 45 E. WASHINGTON BLVD.

Join us under the moon for a howling good time! Roam through our haunted
house or ride our trackless train of fright! Afraid of the dark? No fears! You
can prowl through our trunk or treat, carnival games, and get your thrills
with FANG-tastic hits played by our DJ. Whether you’re looking for giggles or
screams, there is something for the whole family to enjoy!

• Block Party, 3-8 p.m. • Trunk or Treat, 3-5 p.m.
• Lights on Haunted House, 4-5 p.m. • Scary Haunted House, 5-8 p.m.
• Little Goblins Play Zone • Games, food, prizes and more!

For more information, visit www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec or call 626-744-7500 .

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FALL

adventures

Meet us under the falling leaves at our Fall Adventures program during fall break! Join
us for fitness activities, seasonal crafts, outdoor play, and enrichment activities under
the supervision of City staff.
Dates: Monday, Nov. 21 to Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022 (closed Nov. 24 -25)
Ages: 5-12 year olds
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Robinson Park Recreation Center, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Fee: $30 Resident & PUSD student/$100 Non-resident
Registration opens: Monday, Oct. 10 for Residents & PUSD Students

Monday, Oct. 24 for Non-Residents
NOTE: Programs will comply with Pasadena Public Health Department COVID-19
guidelines and will only take place if allowable under the current health order.

For more information, please call (626) 744-6500. To register online, visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve.

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adventtuerers

Keep the fun going over winter break! Join us for two weeks of games,
fitness activities, sports, and arts and crafts. Meals are not provided.
Week 1: Tuesday - Friday, Dec. 27-30, 2022 (closed on 12/26)
Week 2: Tuesday - Friday, Jan 3-6, 2023 (closed on 1/2)
Ages: 5-12 years old
Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Locations: Robinson Park Recreation Center, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.

Victory Park Recreation Center, 2575 Paloma St.
Fee: $30 per week for Residents & PUSD Students

$150 per week for Non-Residents
Registration opens: Monday, Oct. 10 for Residents & PUSD Students

Monday, Oct. 24 for Non-Residents

NOTE: Program will comply with Pasadena Public Health Department COVID-19 guidelines
and will only take place if allowable under the current health order.

For more information, please call (626) 744-6500. To register online, visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve.

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CALIFORNIA · WWW.CITYOFPASADENA.NET

MAYOR’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY

TREE LIGHTING
CEREMONY

December 2, 2022 | 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Pasadena City Hall | 100 N. Garfield Ave.

Join Mayor Victor M. Gordo in kicking off the holiday
season at Pasadena's free family holiday celebration.
Enjoy festive musical performances by local youth and
a holiday craft contest. Pasadena Fire Department will
also be collecting new, unwrapped toys for the Spark
of Love Toy Drive.
To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, we strongly
recommended wearing a face covering. Please stay
home if you feel sick, even if your symptoms are mild.
For more information, please call (626) 744-7500.

For accessibility information or to request an accommodation,
please contact (626) 744-7311 or [email protected]. Providing

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Tunes,Toys and Trees

holiday concert and tree lighting

12.10.22 // 4-7 p.m.

la pintoresca park, 45 e. washington blvd.

Gather with neighbors, family and friends to celebrate the holiday season. Enjoy holiday
music, arts and crafts, story time, face painting, and a ride around our beautiful La Pintoresca
Park on a trackless train while awaiting the arrival of Santa Claus! Bring your camera for a free
picture with Santa! Traditional tamales and champurrado will be served.
For more information, please call the Teen Education Center at (626) 345-0708 or the
La Pintoresca Public Library at (626) 744-7268.

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youtH BUTTERFLIES, BEES AND OTHER GARDEN
FRIENDS
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Learn how insects and other creatures help our gardens
All classes will comply with Pasadena Public Health grow as you create art through drawing, painting and
Department COVID-19 guidelines and will only take place
if allowable under the current health order. other art forms.

AZTEC DANCE Washington Park

Participate in traditional Aztec Indian dance steps, 09/10-10/29 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat FREE Age: 4-17
style, movement, drum rhythms, and songs.
Workshops start with basic movements and then 11/12-12/17 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat FREE Age: 4-17
progress to choreographed dance steps. All classes
are accompanied by live Aztec drumming. This class 01/07-02/25 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat FREE Age: 4-17
combines youth and adult instruction. For more
information call (323) 363-5931. COLORING OUTSIDE THE LINES
Learn new ways to use familiar drawing tools in a fun,
villa parke community center supportive environment. Draw the things you love under
09/07-10/26 6pm-8:30pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages the instruction of an experienced artist. Information on
11/09-12/14 6pm-8:30pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages how to log into the class and how to pick up the class art
01/04-02/22 6pm-8:30pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages kit provided at registration.

Virtual

09/06-10/25 5pm-6pm Tue $25/$50 Age: 5-10

11/08-12/13 5pm-6pm Tue $19/$38 Age: 5-10

01/03-02/21 5pm-6pm Tue $25/$50 Age: 5-10

CLAY CLUB

Have fun expressing your creativity as you learn how
to work with clay using beginning and advanced
techniques.

Villa Parke Community Center

09/10-10/29 10am-11:30am Sat $67/$134 Age: 6-12

11/12-12/17 10am-11:30am Sat $50/$100 Age: 6-12

01/07-02/25 10am-11:30am Sat $67/$134 Age: 6-12

FUN AT THE TABLE

Explore the food that comes from a garden and create
art around the treats you love.

Villa Parke
09/12-10/24 4pm-5:30pm Mon FREE Age: 4-17
11/07-12/12 4pm-5:30pm Mon FREE Age: 4-17
01/09-02/06 4pm-5:30pm Mon FREE Age: 4-17

BALLET FOLKLORICO PICASSO

Baila con nosotros! (Come dance with us!) Learn the Do you have an eye for color, lines, textures or designs?
Bring your inner Picasso and create a Mona Lisa with us.
rich movements of this traditional Mexican heritage All supplies will be provided.

dance as well as the unique dances that represent each La Pintoresca Park
09/08-10/27 4pm-5:30pm Thu FREE Age: 9/up
state in Mexico in this fun and popular dance program. 01/05-02/23 4pm-5:30pm Thu FREE Age: 9/up

Participants will learn choreography and increase their FORKS & SPOONS

fitness levels while enjoying this traditional art of dance Yummy, Yummy to the tummy. Join us as we celebrate
food from across the world through inspirational and
expression. creative cooking experiences. Foodies? This program is
for you!
Robinson Park Recreation Center
La Pintoresca Park
09/12-10/24 6pm-7pm Mon $39/$78 Age: 4-17 09/07-10/26 4pm-5:30pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages
01/04-02/22 4pm-5:30pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages
11/07-12/12 6pm-7pm Mon $34/$68 Age: 4-17
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*01/09-02/06 6pm-7pm Mon $22/$44 Age: 4-17

*No class on 1/16 and 2/13

PIANO (VIRTUAL)

Virtual piano classes are offered to build a foundation
of music theory and 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 session.

GUITAR 09/12-10/24 4pm-5pm Mon $39/$78 Age: 7-17
09/12-10/24 5:30pm-6:30pm Mon $39/$78 Age: 7-17
This beginner class is a fun and great interactive way 09/08-10/27 4pm-5pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 7-17
to learn guitar in a friendly setting. Students will learn 09/08-10/27 5:30pm-6:30pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 7-17
chords, music theory and technic. Show your skills at 11/07-12/12 4pm-5pm Mon $34/$68 Age: 7-17
11/07-12/12 5:30pm-6:30pm Mon $34/$68 Age: 7-17
your next family gathering! 11/10-12/15 4pm-5pm Thu $28/$56 Age: 7-17
11/10-12/15 5:30pm-6:30pm THU $28/$56 AGE: 7-17
Victory Park Recreation Center *01/09-02/06 4pm-5pm Mon $22/$44 Age: 7-17
*01/09-02/06 5:30pm-6:30pm Mon $22/$44 Age: 7-17
09/09-10/28 4pm-5pm Fri $45/$90 Age: 8-12 01/05-02/23 4pm-5pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 7-17
01/05-02/23 5:30pm-6:30pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 7-17
*11/18-12/16 4pm-5pm Fri $22/$44 Age: 8-12 *No Class 1/16 and 2/13

01/06-02/24 4pm-5pm Fri $45/$90 Age: 8-12

*No Class 11/11 and 11/25

PLAY IT AGAIN SOUND HOLLYWOOD SUPER STARS!

These piano classes will be offered in an outdoor setting Is your child a superstar in the making, and loves to be
to build a foundation of music theory and basic concepts on the stage? Introducing our new Theater Arts program
of reading music. Students will learn the basics of for kids! Learn to act, dance and sing on stage! Students
fingering, rhythm, timing tempos, and dynamics by doing learn fun acting games, musical songs, and even how
exercises and playing songs. Keyboards will be provided. to dance on stage! Your child will be taught how to be a
Registration encouraged to ensure all students will have SUPERSTAR while gaining confidence by performing in
a piano to use. front of a LIVE audience!! Students will also participate in
musicals and plays!! Sign up now, space is limited!
La Pintoresca Park
Villa Parke Community Center
09/06-10/25 4pm-5:30pm Tue FREE Age: 9/up 09/10-10/29 11:30am-12:30pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 5-8
09/10-10/29 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 9-13
01/03-02/21 4pm-5:30pm Tue FREE Age: 9/up 11/12-12/17 11:30am-12:30pm Sat $34/$68 Age: 5-8
11/12-12/17 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat $34/$68 Age: 9-13
01/07-02/25 11:30am-12:30pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 5-8
01/07-02/25 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 9-13

register online!

visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

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COVID-19 PROTOCOLS FALL YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

All youth sports programs will be in compliance with Are you ready for some flag football? Citywide youth
Pasadena Public Health Department COVID-19 guidelines sports programs offer safe, fun, affordable league
and will only take place if allowable under the current play for youth in grades 3rd - 8th. Youth will be taught
health order. Weather, air quality, health orders, may the fundamentals of the game in a team setting by
cause postponements, cancellations, or modifications. In experienced youth sports coaches/instructors. The top
the event that not enough teams register, the league will seeds from each division will advance to the playoffs.
transition to training, practice, and scrimmages.
Participants wishing to enter the league, but not on a
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: current team, will be referred to teams at Robinson Park,
Victory Park, McKinley Middle School, or Octavia E. Butler
Registration is now open online at :
www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve Magnet Middle School.
League dates, times , and locations, are subject to
change. League dates: Sat. 9/24 - Sat. 11/12 (No games 10/1)
Divisions:
7 VS. 7 FALL LEAGUE A: 7th/8th Grade // B: 5th/6th Grade // C: 3rd/4th Grade
Fee: $10.00 Residents/PUSD Students
This league is a great introduction to the game of soccer.
Participants will get the opportunity to touch the ball $95.00 Non-Residents
more often in a 7 vs 7 game, helping them improve their
skills and fundamentals. The league is fast-pace, so there MIGHTY MITES FLAG FOOTBALL 
are additional health and fitness benefits.
Mighty Mites flag football is a great way to introduce
Dates: Tues. 9/13 - Thu. 11/3 youth ages 6-8 the fundamentals of flag football in
Location: Villa Parke Turf Field preparing them for league play. Participants will learn
Times: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm (One 40 minute game, per fundamentals of the game including blocking, passing,
team, per week) catching, offense, and defensive basics.
Fee:
$10.00 Residents/PUSD Students Dates: Sat. 10/8 - Sat. 11/05 (No games on 10/1)
$85.00 Non-Residents Times: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Ages: 6-8
The 5 vs. 5 Futsal/Indoor Soccer League will return to Location: Villa Parke (Turf Field) 363 E. Villa St. 91101
Villa Parke Youth Soccer League in 2023. To find out more, Fee: $10.00 Residents/PUSD Students
get in touch with the Villa Parke Community Center or
VPYSL office at (626) 744-6530. $95.00 Non-Residents

N(OOUNT-DCOOONRTSA)CT BOXING PROGRAM
Join us for coed, non-contact Olympic-style boxing

geared towards health and fitness. The Villa Parke boxing

program offers a fundamentally structured, Olympic

style boxing technique geared towards health and fitness

led by experienced instructors. Training will focus on

improving overall fitness, mental and physical health in

a fun, non-contact boxing program. Boxing greatly helps

in the development of social skills, self-confidence,

leadership, character and sportsmanship.

Villa Parke

09/06-10/28* 4pm-5pm M-F $10/$20 Age: 8-17

09/06-10/28* 5:15pm-6:15pm M-F $10/$20 Age: 8-17

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FALL YOUTH VOLLEYBALL future stars

The fall youth volleyball league offers fun, safe, and Youth Sports scholarship
competitive league play for participants in grades
3rd-8th. This league will introduce participants to the Youth Sports Scholarship Program for
fundamentals of volleyball including: proper footwork; non-city related sports programs i.e. tackle football
serving; setting; hitting; and passing. Youth will be taught (Pasadena Giants & Pasadena Wolf); little league
by experienced youth sports coaches/instructors. baseball (West Pasadena); golf (The First Tee of
Participants wishing to enter the league, but not on Pasadena); lacrosse (Pasadena Lacrosse); rugby
a current team, will be referred to teams at McKinley (Pasadena Rugby).
Middle School, or Victory Park.
League games are typically played at McKinley Middle Participant Scholarship:
School Gym and or Victory Park Recreation Center Gym. • Must live or attend school in Northwest Pasadena
League dates: Tue. 9/27 - Thu. 11/10
Divisions: - Proof required (residency or school
AA Varsity: 7th/8th Grade // A JV: 7th/8th Grade enrollment)
B: 5th/6th Grade // C: 3rd/4th Grade • Must participate in a community-based
Fee: $10.00 Residents/PUSD Students
recreational level youth sports program
$95.00 Non-Residents • Submit an application
• At the time of registration, youth participants
WINTER YOUTH BASKETBALL must be between the ages of 5-17
• Demonstrate a financial need
The winter youth basketball league offers beginner and
advanced league play for participants in grades 3rd-8th. Provide documentation consistent with CDBG HUD
The beginner division is recommended for the beginner guidelines for “low to very low” family income,or submit
and intermediate basketball player. The advanced a Hardship Letter from a community organization
division is for the highly advanced player. All participants such as a homeless shelter, church, or other non-profit
will be introduced to the fundamentals of the game in organizations serving transitional families.
a team setting by experienced citywide youth sports
instructors. The top teams from each division will get to Team Scholarship:
advance to the playoffs. Teams will begin practice on • Must be a 501c3 non-profit organization
Monday, December 12th. • Must serve 80% of Pasadena/PUSD youth
League games are typically played at McKinley School,
Robinson Park, Victory Park, and/or Octavia E. Butler participants
Magnet School Gym. • Operate within the boundaries of the City of
League dates: Tue. 1/24/23 - Fri. 3/4/23
No practice or games on 1/16, 2/13, 2/18, and 2/20. Pasadena or the PUSD service area
• Submit an application
Divisions: • Offer one of the following registration discounts to
A: 7th/8th Grade - Thursday nights and/or Friday night youth participants who live or attend PUSD
games. school in Northwest Pasadena
B: 5th/6th Grade - Tuesday, Wednesday nights and/or
Saturday games. - For registration fees of $200 or more, $100 of
C: 3rd/4th Grade - Tuesday nights and/or Saturday the lowest advertised registration fee
games.
Fee: $10.00 Residents/PUSD Students - For registration fees of $199 or less, 50% of the
lowest advertised registration fee
$95.00 Non-Residents
Must increase total participation by 10% compared to
Resident/PUSD student registration: 10/31 - 1/29 the previous year
(Available online 24/7)
General registration: 11/21 - 1/29 (Available online 24/7) For more information, please call (626) 744-7509 or
For additional questions call (626) 744-6530. email [email protected].

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TEEN TABLE TEEN TALK

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS Teens face many issues and decisions. Teen Talk will
help teens understand social issues they struggle with
All classes will comply with Pasadena Public Health today, while developing self awareness and learning
Department COVID-19 guidelines and will only take place if about themselves. Providing a safe space to express
allowable under the current health order. themselves will help them develop the confidence they
need 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
09/07-10/26 4pm-5:30pm Wed FREE Age: 12-17
11/09-12/14 4pm-5:30pm Wed FREE Age: 12-17
01/04-02/22 4pm-5:30pm Wed FREE Age: 12-17

LA PINTORESCA TEEN EDUCATION CENTER LPTEC ART STUDIO

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. The Teen Center operates Monday 12pm-7pm
and Tuesday through Friday 2pm-7pm. For more information,
please call (626) 345-0706.

LPTEC BISTRO These in-depth art experiences inspire teens to
engage in ambitious explorations of concepts, creative
A healthy eating routine is important at every stage of life expression, historical and cultural context, connections,
and can have positive effects that add up over time. Teens applications, and materials. Art teen classes are designed
will learn how to prepare snacks, desserts and meals that for all skill levels, from advanced art students to teens
make for a healthy living. who simply love making art. All materials are provided.

La Pintoresca Teen Education Center FREE Age: 12-17 La Pintoresca Teen Education Center FREE Age: 12-17
09/12-10/24 4pm-5:30pm Mon FREE Age: 12-17 09/08-10/27 4pm-5:30pm Thu FREE Age: 12-17
11/07-12/12 4pm-5:30pm Mon FREE Age: 12-17 01/05-02/23 4pm-5:30pm Thu
01/09-02/13 4pm-5:30pm Mon
TEEN-BUILDING

RECREATIONAL TEEN SPORTS Working as part of a team is an important and necessary
part of life. It often becomes vital in class activities and
Recreational Teen Sports encourages teens to exercise sports. Teens will engage in teen-building activities that
outdoors, promoting an active healthy lifestyle. Teens will will help them establish routines, while having fun and
play some of America's favorite sports such as basketball, help everyone feel comfortable. Working better together
soccer, volleyball and flag football. will mean that team members are communicating and
socializing in a way that brings about progress.
La Pintoresca Teen Education Center
09/06-10/25 4pm-5:30pm Tue FREE Age: 12-17 La Pintoresca Teen Education Center FREE Age: 12-17
11/08-12/13 4pm-5:30pm Tue FREE Age: 12-17 09/09-10/28 4pm-5:30pm Fri FREE Age: 12-17
01/03-02/21 4pm-5:30pm Tue FREE Age: 12-17 *11/18-12/16 4pm-5:30pm Fri FREE Age: 12-17
01/06-02/24 4pm-5:30pm Fri
*no class 11/25

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TEEN SPECIAL EVENTS youth

ANTI-BULLYING YOUTH FORUM ambassadors

October is Bullying Prevention Awareness Month
Celebrate the Week without Violence by joining us for
a youth discussion forum to raise awareness of the
dangers associated with bullying.

La Pintoresca Teen Education Center

10/14 4pm-5:30pm Fri FREE Age: 12-17

LA PINTORESCA TURKEY TROT The Pasadena Youth Ambassador Program began in
2001 to provide job experience to high school students
Come get a Turkey and fixings that will satisfy your through participation at special events held by both non-
appetite this Thanksgiving. Register on Friday, November profit and for-profit organizations in the City of Pasadena.
18 to receive a La Pintoresca Thanksgiving basket. The program provides youth with the opportunity to gain
valuable skills by exposing them to various experiences
La Pintoresca Teen Education Center such as being docents, attending conferences, planning
events, and being a spokesperson for the program. In
11/18 4pm-5:30pm Fri FREE Age: All Ages 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

TUNES, TOYS, AND TREES Program Benefits:
• Exposes students to new experiences and opportunities
Gather with neighbors, family and friends to celebrate • Builds confidence
the holiday season. Enjoy holiday music, arts and crafts, • Creates leadership skills
story time, face painting, and a ride around our beautiful • Provides work readiness training
La Pintoresca Park on a trackless train while awaiting • Become part of the alumni network
the arrival of Santa Claus! Bring your camera for a free
picture with Santa! Traditional tamales and champurrado Program Requirements:
will be served. • Age range: 14 – 18
• Attend a high school in Pasadena
La Pintoresca park SAT FREE Age: All Ages • Maintain a 2.5 GPA
12/10 4pm-7pm • Must have access to email and internet

16 Fall/Winter 2022-2023 Recreation Guide To view the website, please visit www.cityofpasadena.
net/northwest/youth-ambassadors/

For more information, please call (626) 744-6879 or email
[email protected]

adult BOOTCAMP

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS Kickoff your weekend with this fun and rigorous workout!
This high-intensity interval training (HIIT) class will
Adult fitness will be offered in accordance with Pasadena challenge every muscle in your body. Bootcamp
Public Health Department protocols. 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 Age: 18/up
09/10-10/29 9:15am-10:15am Sat $45/$90 Age: 18/up
11/12-12/17 9:15am-10:15am Sat $34/$68 Age: 18/up
01/07-02/25 9:15am-10:15am Sat $45/$90

FIT360
Join us for 360° 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

09/12-10/24 6pm-7pm Mon $39/$78 Age: 18/up

09/07-10/26 6pm-7pm Wed $45/$90 Age: 18/up

11/07-12/12 6pm-7pm Mon $34/$68 Age: 18/up

11/09-12/14 6pm-7pm Wed $34/$68 Age: 18/up

*01/09-02/06 6pm-7pm Mon $22/$44 Age: 18/up

ADAPTIVE ART (VIRTUAL) 01/04-02/22 6pm-7pm Wed $45/$90 Age: 18/up

Express yourself! This virtual class provides opportunities *No Class 1/16, 2/13
for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
to express themselves through art. Participants will
explore their artistic skills through drawing and writing.
Zoom credentials are located in receipt notes. For more
information, please call (626) 744-6530.

Virtual Community Center

09/07-10/26 6pm-7:30pm Wed FREE Age: 18/up

11/09-12/14 6pm-7:30pm Wed FREE Age: 18/up

01/04-02/22 6pm-7:30pm Wed FREE Age: 18/up

CERAMICS NON-CONTACT BOXING PROGRAM

Introduction to basic pinching, coiling, and slab hand (OUTDOORS)
building techniques and glazing. Experiment and create Join us for coed, non-contact Olympic-style boxing
your own work or refresh your skill with with basic
techniques. geared towards health and fitness. The Villa Parke boxing

Villa Parke Community Center program is offering a fundamentally structured, Olympic
*09/10-10/29 8am-9:30am Sat $67/$134 Age: 18/up
11/12-12/17 8am-9:30am Sat $50/$100 Age: 18/up style boxing technique geared towards health and fitness
01/07-02/25 8am-9:30am Sat $67/$134 Age: 18/up
*No class 10/15 lead by experienced instructors. Training will focus on

register online! improving overall fitness, mental and physical health in

visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve a fun, non-contact boxing program. Boxing greatly helps

in the development of social skills, self-confidence,

leadership, character and sportsmanship.

Victory Park

09/06-10/28 12pm-1pm M-F $32.50/$65 Age: 18/up

09/06-10/28 1pm-2pm M-F $32.50/$65 Age: 18/up

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LINE DANCING
Come out and line dance! Line dance is choreographed
Adaptive4th Annual • Free• Everyone Can Play
dance with a repeated sequence of steps with dancers Sports Festival

in one or more lines or rows. The fun and unique SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2022| 9 AM–4 PM

movements will keep your heart healthy, improve your brookside park, 360 n. arroyo blvd

balance and stimulate your mind. Learn it all at your own • Archery • aquatics
• Rugby • Basketball
pace while you make new friends! • Tennis • Handcycling
• hockey • Power soccer
Jackie Robinson Community Center • Dance • Pickleball
• Boxing • Art Workshop
09/07*-10/26 6pm-7pm M&W FREE Age: 18/up • golf • Resource Fair
• disc golf • and more!
11/07-12/14 6pm-7pm M&W FREE Age: 18/up
Equipment & Instruction Provided
*No class on 09/05

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

09/06-10/25 3:30PM-4:30PM TUE FREE AGE: 18/UP

11/08-12/13 3:30PM-4:30PM TUE FREE AGE: 18/UP

01/03-02/21 3:30PM-4:30PM TUE FREE AGE: 18/UP

ZUMBA four pictures of participants playing adaptive sports
Forget the workout, come to the Zumba Party!
volunteers
Zumba is a fitness program that combines Latin and needed •

international music rhythms. You'll practice moves from SPONSORS
needed
dance styles like Cumbia, Merengue, Salsa, Samba, Belly
Pre-registration recommended
Dancing and many more. Zumba routines incorporate
FOR MORE INFO AND TO REGISTER,
interval training - alternating between fast and slow PLEASE VISIT triumph-foundation.org/asf

rhythms to help improve your cardiovascular fitness. For accessibility information or to request an
accommodation, please contact (626) 744-7311 or
Come join the party! Please bring exercise mat, towel [email protected]. Providing at least 72 hours
advance notice will help ensure availability.
and water.

Victory Park Recreation Center

09/10-10/29 8am-9am Sat $45/$90 Age: 18/up

11/12-12/17 8am-9am Sat $34/$68 Age: 18/up

01/07-02/25 8am-9am Sat $45/$90 Age: 18/up

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older adults BRIDGE CLUB

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS Join us Monday's from 10am-4pm for the self-instructed
bridge club. Fifty-two (52) cards, one enjoyable game!
Older Adult classes will be offered in accordance with Participants return to the table repeatedly for the mental
Pasadena Public Health Department protocols. challenge, competition, and fantastic company of those
who share their love for the most fabulous card game.

Participants of all experience levels are welcomed.

Jackie Robinson Community Center

09/12-10/24 10am-4pm Mon 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

09/07-10/26 12pm-1pm Wed FREE Age: 50/up

11/09-12/14 12pm-1pm Wed 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"!

Please note that 3 consecutive absences will forfeit

CHAIR AEROBICS participation in this session's class.

Designed to improve the overall muscle strength, range Jackie Robinson Community Center
of motion, flexibility and balance of active older adults.
This class will help you enhance your cardiovascular 09/12-10/24 1:30pm-3pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up
health and you will learn a variety of low-impact chair
exercises in this engaging aerobics class. This class is 11/07-12/12 1:30pm-3pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up
sponsored by the Pasadena Senior Center.
01/09-2/06 9am-10am Mon Free Age: 50/up

Jackie Robinson Community Center WALKING CLUB
Spend an hour walking with a group at your own pace.
09/06-10/25 12pm-1pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up
Enjoy the fresh air and the health benefits of walking.

09/08-10/27 10:30am-11:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up Walk at Robinson Park soccer field and other locations

09/12-10/24 11am-12pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up around Pasadena. Some walks will include a nature

11/07-12/12 11am-12pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up component and be led by Staff.

11/08-12/13 12pm-1pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up Jackie Robinson Community Center

11/10-12/15 10:30am-11:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up 09/12-10/24 9AM-10am Mon FREE Age: 50/up

11/7-12/12 9AM-10am Mon FREE Age: 50/up

DANCE FITNESS SENIOR CHAIR YOGA

Dance your way to health! Move your body to the rhythm Chair yoga is a practice that is beneficial to all. In these
of music and improve your health with this low-impact classes you will use the support of the chair to arrive in
dance fitness class customized specifically for older yoga poses, move, breathe and ultimately feel good!
adults. Benefits of chair yoga include increased mobility,
increase strength, stretch the body, reduce stress, reduce
Jackie Robinson Community Center pain and clear the mind. The class is the 3rd Wednesday

09/06-10/25 1:30pm-2:30pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up of each month.

09/08-10/27 12pm-1pm Thu FREE Age: 50/up Jackie Robinson Community Center

11/08-12/13 1:30pm-2:30pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 09/21-10/19 9am-10am 3rd Wed FREE Age: 50/up

11/10-12/15 12pm-1pm Thu FREE Age: 50/up 11/16-12/21 9am-10am 3rd Wed FREE Age: 50/up

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Pasadena INTERMEDIATE SPANISH
senior center
Spanish is the second most spoken language in the
world. In this intermediate level course, you'll be able to
strengthen your grammatical skills to be able to speak,
write and read in this second language. Class will touch
upon vocabulary with an emphasis on conversation. This
class will help you interact with others who have a grasp
of the language already.

50+ Wed 12:30 pm - 2:00 am Fee: $50 per 10 week session

The Pasadena Senior Center provides recreational, GETTING TO KNOW YOUR IPAD AND
educational and wellness activities for seniors age IPHONE (BEGINNERS)
50 and older. Located at 85 East Holly Street in Old
Pasadena, the Senior Center is a place where seniors Whether you’re new to your iPad or iPhone, or want to
can gather to meet friends for coffee, attend educational learn the different features that your device can offer,
lectures or participate in fitness classes, interest clubs then this class is for you. From updating and changing
and games such as pool, backgammon, chess and your settings to taking pictures and editing videos, this
checkers. The membership is $45/year (rates are subject class is for the everyday user. Bring your own device or
to change) plus the class fee (listed in the classes below) borrow one from PSC.
to participate. Non-members can participate in classes
for the class prices listed below plus an additional $10. 50+ Fri 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fee: $55 per 10 week session
For more information on the Pasadena Senior Center,
please visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org, email info@ GETTING TO KNOW YOU IDEVICE
pasadenaseniorcenter.org or call (626) 795-4331 (ADVANCED)

FALL Session 10/10 - 12/17 Did you know your iPhone and iPad can be used in
WINTER Session 1/9 - 3/18 almost every aspect of your life? Don’t let your iDevice be
simply a phone in your pocket or backpack. In this class,
ART & JOY OF SEWING learn the inner workings of your Apple device and the
functionalities of your incredible tool. Think your iDevice
Beginning and advanced students are welcome. might be dated? Here’s your chance to play with a newer
Additional supplies may be required to be purchased. device to help you decided if now is the time to upgrade.
If you are a beginner, it is highly recommended that
50+ M 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Fee: $85 per 10 week session you begin your Apple Journey with the “Getting to your
iPhone and iPad” class before taking this course. Space is
limited.

50+ Tues 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Fee: $55 per 10 week session

FRENCH CLASSES (VIA ZOOM) “LET US PLAY” IMPROV CLASS

Whether you’re new or want to continue learning the Join us for a playful, participatory class of theatre and
beautiful French language, our French class levels will improv games designed to unlock creativity, free the
accommodate your skill level. imagination, ignite spontaneity, increase mental focus,
build confidence, and nurture group connection. Tap
French 1: W 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm into the wells of creativity and spontaneity that reside
French 2: M 9:30 am – 11 am within us all in a safe, supportive, and warm-hearted
French 3: M 11:00 am – 12:30 am atmosphere as we embrace the joy of playing together.
French 4: W 11:00 am – 12:30 am
French 5: W 9:30 – 11:00 am 50+ Wed 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Fee: $65 per 10 week session
50+ Fee: $55 per 10 week session (individual class level)
MAKING SENSE OF THE NEWS
INTRODUCTION TO SPANISH
Join a weekly discussion of topics in the news with a
Welcome to Spanish! This class will be a fun introduction retired journalism professor. Explore why some topics
to greetings, vocabulary, and grammar in a foreign make it on to the front page or onto the evening news
language. Class will be a fun learning experience with a while others don’t. What makes something newsworthy?
qualified Spanish teacher in which we will share in class Who decides? Are they always right? The group will
discussion and conversation. monitor major media outlets and go behind the scenes
as reporters and editors make the decisions on what to
50+ Tue 9:00 am - 10:00 am Fee: $55 per 10 week session 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: $35 per 10 week session

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BALLROOM LINE DANCING Serving Pasadena since

Seniors love Ballroom Line Dancing because it’s fun, 1980
easy to learn and they can dance to all the beautiful
ballroom music without a partner. “Ballroom line dancing” State of California Certified
is line dancing with a twist. Students will learn the basic Farmers’ Market
steps of many ballroom dances (e.g., Foxtrot, Cha Cha,
etc.) in a line dance format. Students will also learn the Villa Parke
most popular line dances such as “New York New York,” 363 E.Villa St.
“Mambo 5,” “Electric Slide,” and others. Students will learn
the basic patterns and character of each dance, as well Tuesdays
as how to recognize the music. At the end of each class, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
students should feel comfortable dancing through an
entire song at dance parties and weddings. Victory Park
2900 block of North
50+ W 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fee: $55 per 10 week session Sierra Madre Blvd

BOLLYX LOW IMPACT, DANCE CARDIO Saturdays
CLASS (ZOOM ONLY) 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

BollyX is a Bollywood-inspired dance-fitness program www.pasadenafarmersmarket.org
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 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fee: $55 per 10 week session

For more classes, please visit pasadenaseniorcenter.org
or call (626) 795-4331.

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community PASSPORT ACCEPTANCE SERVICE - NEW!
services
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.

TAY LINK
Linkage to program services for youth 18-24 years of age

who are at risk and/or in need of help towards housing,

COMMUNITY SERVICES mental health, health care, recreational activities and/

Community Services Representatives are available or daily hygiene and nutritional needs. Sponsored by
by appointment to assist the public with the following
services: small claims, restraining orders, responses the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
to restraining orders, unlawful detainers, landlord/
tenant issues, social security forms, CalFresh, GR Innovation 2 grant, the program aims to provide culturally
forms, unemployment claims, state disability, Medi-Cal,
CalWORKs, legal name change, housing applications, and linguistically sensitive services while helping youth
and referrals.
find connection to community resources. By appointment
Jackie Robinson Community Center
M-F 8am-5pm Year-round Fees vary only. Please call (626) 744-7234 for more information.
By appointment only. Please call (626) 744-7300.
Jackie Robinson Community Center
Villa Parke Community Center
M-F 8am-5pm Year-round Fees vary M-Th 8Am-5pm Year-round Free 18-24 yrs
By appointment only. Please call (626) 744-6530 .
Every other Friday 8am-4pm Year-rounD Free 18-24 yrs

HOUSING RIGHTS CENTER OPTIONS FOR LEARNING HEAD START
PASADENA
Expanded programs include a Litigation Department,
Outreach, and Education Department, discrimination The Head Start Program is innovative, creative and
investigation and landlord/tenant counseling. For the dedicated to enhancing the lives of its children,
safety and health of your family services are offered by parents, staff and community volunteers. Services
phone or online until further notice. Please call (626) 791- offered: education, parent involvement, social services,
health training, special needs, and nutrition. For more
0211 or (800) 477-5977 for more information. information, call (626) 204-8900.

virtual Villa Parke Community Center
M-F 8am-5pm Year-round Free
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/

GEMLINK PROGRAM publichealth/wic or call call (626) 744-6520.

The GEMLINK Program offers resources to older Villa Parke Community Center

adults who are 60 or over who are at risk of becoming M-Th 8am-5pm Year-round

homeless or those experiencing homelessness. On-

site resources include service linkage to community IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE

resources, breakfast, lunch, snacks, laundry and shower Community Service staff assist individuals seeking an
adjustment in status, advocacy, referral, and information
access. Services are provided to participants, regardless regarding family petitions, Deferred Action Childhood
Arrival (DACA), citizenship, and registry. By appointment
of income. Clients must enroll in the program to receive only.

services. Sponsored by the Los Angeles County Jackie Robinson Community Center

Department of Mental Health, Innovation 2. For more M-F 8am-5pm Year-round Fees vary

information, please call 626-744-7200. By appointment Villa Parke Community Center

only. M-F 8am-5pm Year-round Fees vary

Jackie Robinson Community Center

M-Th 9am-5pm Year-round 60 +

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community Pasadena parks, recreation and
garden community services REFUND POLICy

The Villa Verde Rooftop Community Garden is hosted by Program/Activity Registrations/Aquatics
the City of Pasadena's Parks, Recreation and Community Refunds must be requested in writing at least ten
Services Department. The community garden aligns with the (10) calendar days prior to the activity/program
Department's mission to preserve and improve the physical, start date. A customer receipt must accompany the
social, and economic health of Pasadena neighborhoods by refund request, and a 20% administrative charge
delivering inclusive, innovative, and progressive recreational may be deducted. Failure to cancel prior to ten (10)
and community service programs. The garden is a 501(c) calendar days from the activity/program start date
(3) nonprofit organization and a member of the Los Angeles will forfeit all paid fees.
Community Garden Council, which provides administrative
support to a large network of community gardens in Los Afterschool Program
Angeles County. Refunds must be requested in writing, and received
by the Afterschool Adventures Program office prior
GARDEN HOURS: to the week and/or month that the child(ren) will
not attend. A 20% administrative charge may be
Mon - Fri • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. deducted. Failure to cancel prior will forfeit all paid
Sat • 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. fees.
Sun • Closed
For more information, please call the Villa Parke Summer Camp
Community Center at (626) 744-6530 or email Refunds must be requested in writing, and received
[email protected]. by the Summer Camp Program office prior to
the week and/or month that the child(ren) will
OPPORTUNITIES AT THE GARDEN not attend. A 20% administrative charge may be
deducted. Failure to cancel prior will forfeit all paid
Become a member of a vibrant community and learn to grow fees.
your own food! Garden plot member fees are only $3-$6 per
month. Please send inquires to [email protected]. Memberships
All membership sales are final.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Point-of-Sale
Interested in helping us grow? As a volunteer organization, we No refunds provided once services have been
rely heavily on volunteers to help us accomplish our mission. rendered.
We welcome all skill levels and both short-term or long-term
commitments. Interested parties, please send an email to Facility Reservations/Permits
[email protected]. 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.

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locations of facilities

ALL PARKS ARE OPEN FROM MON-SUN 6:00 A.M. - 10:00 P.M. OR CITYWIDE PARKS 360 North Arroyo Blvd. 36
DAWN TO DUSK. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT WWW. Oak Grove Dr & Foothill Blvd. 37
CITYOFPASADENA.NET/PARKS Brookside Park South of 134 Freeway 38
Hahamongna Park
PRE-SCHOOLS Lower Arroyo Seco

Burbank Early Education Center 524 Palisade St. 1 COMMUNITY PARKS

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS 743 E Calaveras St. 2 Central Park 275 South Raymond Ave. 39
Memorial Park 85 East Holly 40
Altadena Elementary School 524 Palisade St. 3 Robinson Park 1081 North Fair Oak Ave. 41
Cleveland Elementary School (Closed) Victory Park 2575 Paloma St. 42
Don Benito Fundamental School 3700 Denair St. 4 Villa Parke 363 East Villa St. 43
Field Elementary School
Franklin Elementary School (Closed) 3600 E Sierra Madre Blvd. 5
Hamilton Elementary School
Jackson Elementary School 527 W Ventura St. 6 POCKET / MINI PARKS / GARDEN
Jefferson Elementary School (Closed)
Longfellow Elementary School 2089 Rose Villa St. 7 Defenders Park 450 W. Colorado Blvd. 44
Madison Elementary School 45
Norma Coombs Elementary School 593 W Woodbury Rd. 8 Eaton Sunnyslope Park Sunnyslope Ave & Paloma St. 46
Roosevelt Elementary School (Closed) 73
San Rafael Elementary School 1500 E Villa St. 9 Gwinn Park 3000 E. Orange Grove Blvd. 47
Octavia E. Butler Magnet 48
Webster Elementary School 1065 E Washington Blvd. 10 Lamanda Park Library Pocket Park 140 South Altadena Dr. 49
Willard Elementary School 50
515 Ashtabula St. 11 Linda Vista Park 1259 Linda Vista Ave 51

2600 Paloma St. 12 San Rafael Park Colorado Blvd & Melrose Ave.

314 N Pasadena Ave. 13 Playhouse Village Park 710 E. Union St.

1090 Nithsdale Rd. 14 Wrigley Gardens 391 South Orange Grove Blvd.

1520 N Raymond Ave. 25 Tournament Park Wilson and Cornell Road

2101 E Washington Blvd. 16

301 S Madre St. 17 NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS

K-5 SCHOOLS 325 S. Oak Knoll Ave. 18 Annandale Canyon Park 1410 Wierfield Dr. 52
141 W Highland Ave. 19 Allendale Park 1130 South Marengo 53
McKinley School Brenner Park 235 West Barthe Dr. 54
Sierra Madre Elementary School Eaton Blanche Park 3100 East Del Mar Blvd. 55
Desiderio Neighborhood Park 10 N Arroyo Blvd. 56
MIDDLE SCHOOLS 1201 S Marengo Ave. 20 Grant Park 232 South Michigan Ave. 57
2184 N Lake Ave. 21 Hamilton Park 3680 Cartwright St. 58
Blair Inter. Baccalaureate School 990 N Allen Ave. 22 Jefferson Park 1501 East Villa St. 59
Charles W. Eliot Middle School 325 S. Oak Knoll Ave. 23 La Pintoresca Park 45 East Washington Blvd. 60
Marshall Secondary School 160 N. Canon Ave. 24 McDonald Park 1100 East Mountain 61
McKinley Middle School 1505 N Marengo Ave. 25 Singer Park 651 S. St. John Ave. 62
Sierra Madre Middle School Vina Vieja Park 3100 E. Orange Grove Blvd. 63
Octavia E. Butler Magnet Washington Park 700 E. Washington Blvd. 64

HIGH SCHOOLS 1201 S Marengo Ave. 20 CITY HALL AND OTHER FACILITIES

Blair Inter. Baccalaureate School 990 N Allen Ave. 22 City Hall 100 N. Garfield Ave. 65
Marshall Secondary School 66
John Muir High School 1905 N Lincoln Ave. 28 La Casita del Arroyo Clubhouse 177 S. Arroyo Blvd. 67
Pasadena High School
2925 E Sierra Madre Blvd. 29 Pasadena Senior Center 85 E. Holly

ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLS PASADENA PUBLIC LIBRARIES

CIS Academy 2925 E Sierra Madre Blvd. 29 Central Library 285 East Walnut St. 68
Rose City High School 69
351 S. Hudson Ave. 31 Allendale Branch Library 1130 South Marengo Ave. 70
71
CHARTER SCHOOLS Hastings Branch Library 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd. 72
73
Aveson Charter School Hill Avenue Branch Library 55 South Hill Ave. 74
Learning Works! Charter School 75
Odyssey Charter School 575 W. Altadena Dr. 32 La Pintoresca Branch Library 1355 North Raymond Ave. 76
Pasadena Rosebud Academy 90 N. Daisy Ave. 33 77
725 West Altadena Drive 34 Lamanda Park Branch Library 140 South Altadena Dr.
3544 Canon Blvd 35
Linda Vista Branch Library 1281 Bryant St.

San Rafael Branch Library 1240 Nithsdale Rd.

Santa Catalina Branch Library 999 E. Washington Blvd.

Villa Parke Branch Library 363 East Villa St.

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rParek &sFaecilrityvations

find a venue for your next event

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.

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MEASURE L:

PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICES
CONTINUATION MEASURE

FACT SHEET

On November 8, 2022, Pasadena voters will have a choice. The City Council has placed
Measure L, the Pasadena Public Library Services Continuation Measure on the ballot so
voters can decide on the maintenance of a special revenue source for Pasadena Public
Library programs and services. If voters approve Measure L, it is expected to continue
to generate approximately $2.8 million annually for 15 years in dedicated, locally
controlled dollars for Pasadena's libraries.

WHY AM I HEARING ABOUT IT NOW?
In June of 1993, voters chose to save the Pasadena Public Library’s existing services and operations when they
overwhelmingly approved a Special Library Tax. Fourteen years later, in June 2007, residents came together once
again and voted 80.3% in support of the Measure to continue services provided by the Pasadena Public Library.
After almost 15 years since its last renewal, the library revenue source will expire in February 2023, and can only
be continued by a public vote.

PRIORITY TO PRESERVE AND MAINTAIN SERVICE LEVELS TO RESIDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES
If the existing funding through the Pasadena Public Library Services Continuation Measure, or Measure L, is not
maintained, the City would lose approximately 20% of the library budget or $2.8 million annually, which may
lead to the closure of neighborhood library branches, a reduction of books and collections, a reduction in
library hours, the loss of qualified librarians, and cuts in other significant
programs and services offered to our community.
CITY OF PASADENA

MEASURE L:

The City maintains its commitment to ensure Pasadena residents have the Pasadena Public Library
resources they need to succeed and access to an extensive collection of Services Continuation Measure

printed books, periodicals, and eBooks. To keep City libraries well-maintained;

provide books/materials, youth reading/

THIS IS NOT A NEW TAX homework programs; maintain library
This is NOT a new tax. The Pasadena Public Library Services Continuation hours/days open; retain qualified librarians;
Measure is maintenance of a revenue source that has been in existence ensure computer access; shall the City of
over the last 29 years. Pasadena continue the voter-approved
annual parcel tax, currently $41 for single-

family residences and condominium units

Extending the current revenue source through this Measure will protect and specified rates for other parcel types,
funding levels that also allow the City to retain qualified librarians and generating $2,800,000 annually for
prevent neighborhood library branch closures and reduction of hours 15 years, limiting annual increases to the
to the maximum extent possible. Consumer Price Index; requiring audits,
locally controlled funds, be adopted?

Residents can learn more by visiting o YES on Measure L
www.CityofPasadena.net/MeasureL, or calling (626) 744-4755. o NO on Measure L

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MEASURE L:

PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICES
CONTINUATION MEASURE

ENSURES LOCAL CONTROL & OVERSIGHT

The City of Pasadena does not and will not use the revenues from Measure L for anything but
operating the library system serving the community.

IMPORTANT INSTITUTION

Close to nine-in-ten Pasadenans agree that libraries play a critical role in educating our community’s
children and youth. Three-quarters state local students rely on the libraries to get educational
resources not offered by other institutions.

REVENUE FROM MEASURE L WILL HELP

MAINTAIN MAINTAIN YOUTH KEEP LIBRARIES ENSURE
LIBRARY BOOK/ READING/HOMEWORK/ SAFE AND COMPUTER
COLLEGE PREPARATION AND WI-FI
MATERIALS WELCOMING
COLLECTIONS PROGRAMS ACCESS

MAINTAIN EARLY PREVENT CLOSURE OF ALLOW THE CITY TO
CHILDHOOD NEIGHBORHOOD BRANCH RETAIN QUALIFIED
PROGRAMS LIBRARIES AND REDUCTION
LIBRARIANS
OF HOURS

Residents can learn more by visiting
www.CityofPasadena.net/MeasureL, or calling (626) 744-4755.