Recreation Guide Fall Winter 2023-2024

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 1 RECREATION PROGRAM GUIDE FALL/WINTER 2023-2024 www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec @pasadenaparksandrec Scan QR code

Latino Heritage Parade and Festival sat., Sept. 16, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. - parade route Join local schools, community groups, elected officials, dignitaries, neighbors and friends at the 25th Annual Latino Heritage Parade and Festival. The parade begins at Los Robles Avenue and Buckeye Street and ends in front of Pasadena City Hall, 100 N. Garfield Ave., where the festival will take place from noon to 4 p.m. This event is sponsored by the City of Pasadena and the Pasadena Latino Heritage Committee. Caregiver and Me Chocolate Skull Making sat., Sept. 23, two sessions - villa parke CC 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. Two sessions available from 9:30-10:30 a.m. or 10:30-11:30 a.m. Pan Dulce “Concha” Workshop sat., Sept. 30, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. - villa parke CC Conchas are a traditional sweet bread made of a fluffy, buttery, brioche-like soft dough, flavored with cinnamon and topped with a sugar paste which resembles a seashell. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the basics of making these delicious treats and have the opportunity to take home and share their creations with family and friends. All supplies will be provided. Movie Night (Mcfarland usa) fri., oct. 6, 7 p.m. - Tournament of Roses ASSOC. GROUNDS Bring your blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy the movie “McFarland USA.” Based on the true story of a 1987 cross country team from a mainly Latino high school in McFarland, California. Paint and Aguas Frescas sat., oct. 7, 2-5 p.m. - villa parke CC 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! All supplies will be provided. Dia de los Muertos fri., oct. 27, 5-9 p.m. - villa parke CC Join friends and neighbors at Villa Parke Community Center to celebrate Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead). 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 CityOfPasadena.net/Reserve or scan the QR code. For more information, please call (626) 744-6530. Latino Heritage Celebrations Free and fun cultural celebrations for the whole family to enjoy! @PASADENAparksandrec follow us! Locations: villa parke community center, 363 e. villa st. Tournament of Roses Association Grounds, 391 S. Orange Grove Blvd. Latino Heritage parade & festival 25th Annual Lorem ipsum 25th annual 2

Join us under the moon for a howling good time! Roam through our lights on haunted house or our scary haunted house! Afraid of the dark? No fear! Prowl through our trunk-or-treat and 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! • Little Goblins Play Zone • Lights on Haunted House 3-4 p.m. • Trunk-or-Treat • Scary Haunted House, 5-6 p.m. • Games, food, prizes and more! Saturday, October 28 // 3-6 P.M. jackie Robinson community Center, 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave. For more information, visit CityOfPasadena.net/Parks-And-Rec or call (626) 744-7500. Halloween Bash 3

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 Alfred Lomax Carr, 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 Sandy Greenstein, 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: Labor Day Veterans Day (Observed) Monday, Sept. 4, 2023 Friday, Nov. 10, 2023 Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023 Friday, Nov. 24, 2023 Christmas Day New Years (2024) Monday, Dec. 25, 2023 Monday, Jan. 1, 2024 ACTIVITY GUIDE 2 Latino Hertiage celebrations 3 giggles & Screams 5 Registration Information 14 Aquatics 17 Youth 23 teen 25 Adult 28 Older adult 35 Community Services 36 Locations 39 Farmers Market 4

5 register online: www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve Program Title Description Location ACTIVITY GUIDE PROGRAM KEY Program Dates, Time, Day(s), Resident/Non-resident fee, Ages Registration Information Fall is here! The Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) Department welcomes children back to our After School Adventures program offered at various schools in partnership with Pasadena Unified School District. We also offer after school programming at our Teen Center for youth 12 – to 18 with a focus on personal enrichment and academic success. We are proud to support our families through these and other programs. An added program this year is our year-round aquatics program at Robinson Park. The newly constructed pool will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and will offer year-round aquatics programming beginning in September 2023. Programming includes vital swim lessons for all ages (toddlers through adults), water aerobics and parent and me classes, as well as recreational and lap swimming. The Recreation Guide represents both a great deal of collaborative efforts department-wide and a wonderful variety of high-quality programming for all ages, interests, and abilities. Take a look at our amazing teen programs and activities. Registration for fall youth sports and general registration for classes begins on August 14 for Pasadena residents and PUSD students. Upcoming special events include Latino Heritage Parade and Festival, Dia de los Muertos, Giggles and Screams, Adaptive Sports Festival, Veteran’s Day and Mejor Salud, Mejor Vida (Better Health, Better Life). We hope you enjoy our parks and facilities this fall and winter. If you have any questions about programming or need more information, please contact us [email protected], or call (626) 744-4386. a message from the director Lola Osborne acting department Director (with teen program participants) 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]. 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. Robinson Park Recreation Center 01/03-02/21 6:30pm-7:30pm Mon $34/$68 Age: 4-17

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 Kinder to 8th 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. Registration is now open To register or to apply for a scholarship, please visit us online at CityOfPasadena.net/reserve. For more information, please call (626) 744-6500. Flexible pick-up times! Early Care Locations: • Don Benito • Hamilton • McKinley after school LOCATIONS: • Don Benito • Field • Hamilton • Jackson • McKinley • San Rafael • Norma Coombs (at Victory Park Rec. Center) • Webster • Willard • Longfellow • Madison Fees vary by location. Program Dates: aug. 14, 2023 - may 31, 2024 6

Registration is open until Monday, Sept. 11 Practices begin Tuesday, Sept. 12 Grades: Transitional Kindergarden through 8th Grade Fee: $50 Locations: After School Adventure Program sites • Weekly Practices • Cheer Clinics • Community Events • Final Exhibition To register, please visit CityOfPasadena.net/reserve. All participants receive a uniform. They will also receive a participation award at the end of the season. For more information, please call the After School Adventures Program office at (626) 744-6500. Cheer for your school team, after school program, or neighborhood park during the fall and winter sports season. No experience needed. All After School Adventures Program participants are welcome to join! CHEER & DANCE SCAN QR CODE 7

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: Mon., Nov. 20 to Wed., Nov. 22, 2023 (closed Nov. 23-24) Ages: 5-12 year olds Time: 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: Robinson Park Rec. Center, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. Fee: $50 residents & PUSD students/$100 non-residents Registration opens: Mon., Oct. 9 for residents & PUSD students Mon., Oct. 23 for non-residents adventures FALL For more information, please call (626) 744-6500. To register online, visit CityOfPasadena.net/reserve. SCAN QR CODE 8

finter adventures Week 1: Tues. - Fri., Dec. 26-29, 2023 (closed on 12/25) Week 2: Tues. - Fri., Jan. 2-5, 2024 (closed 1/1) Ages: 5-12 years old Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Locations: Robinson Park Rec. Center, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. Victory Park Rec. Center, 2575 Paloma St. Fee: $75 per week for residents & PUSD students $150 per week for non-residents Registration opens: Mon., Oct. 9 at 8 a.m. for residents/PUSD students Mon., Oct. 23 at 8 a.m. for non-residents 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. For more information, please call (626) 744-6500. To register online, visit CityOfPasadena.net/reserve. SCAN QR CODE 9

• 5th Annual • Free• Everyone Can Play Adaptive Sports Festival SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 | 9 A.M. – 4 P.M. brookside park, 360 n. arroyo blvd, pasadena ca 91103 • Archery • Rugby • Tennis • hockey • Dance • Boxing • golf • aquatics • Basketball • Handcycling • Power soccer • Pickleball • Art retreat • Resource Fair Equipment & Instruction Provided four pictures of participants playing adaptive sports volunteers needed SPONSORS needed Pre-registration recommended FOR MORE INFO AND TO REGISTER, PLEASE VISIT triumph-foundation.org/asf For accessibility information or to request an accommodation, please contact (626) 744-7311 or [email protected]. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability. 10

Gather with neighbors, family and friends to celebrate the holiday season. Enjoy arts and crafts and story time 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. friday, December 8 // 5-7 p.m. la pintoresca park, 45 e. washington blvd. Tree Lighting Ceremony La Pintoresca 11

MAYOR’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY Friday, December 1 | 5-7 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. 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 at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability. CALIFORNIA WWW.CITYOFPASADENA.NET 12

Participants must be fully potty trained. All Tiny Tots should wear comfortable clothing with closed toe shoes. For more information, please call (626) 744-6500 or email Crystal Amaya at [email protected] To register, please visit CityOfPasadena.net/Reserve. finy Tots on the move back in january 2024 Winter Session: Jan 2, 2024 - Feb 23, 2024 Ages: 2.5 - 5 years old 13

14 Fall/Winter I 2023 Recreation Guide REGISTRATION Create your account today and register at CityOfPasadena.net/Reserve. Fall registration: Monday, September 11, 2023 Mini Winter registration: Monday, October 9, 2023 Winter registration: Monday, December 4, 2023 Please note: Classes without the minimum of 3 participants may be canceled or combined. For more information, please call (626) 744-7330. POOL LOCATIONS Honorable John J. Kennedy Pool 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. (626) 744-7330 REC SWIM Recreation swim available Saturday from 12-3 p.m. 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 $30/$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 NEW! FALL & WINTER register online! visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 15 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. honorable John J. Kennedy Pool 09/26-10/28 1PM - 1:45PM TU, TH $50/$100 per week Age: 6m-3 09/26-10/28 1PM - 1:45PM W, F $50/$100 per week Age: 6m-3 11/7-12/16 1PM - 1:45PM TU, TH $50/$100 per week Age: 6m-3 11/7-12/16 1PM - 1:45PM W, F $50/$100 per week Age: 6m-3 1/2-2/24 1PM - 1:45PM TU, TH $50/$100 per week Age: 6m-3 1/2-2/24 1PM - 1:45PM W, F $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. honorable John J. Kennedy Pool 09/26-10/28 11AM-11:45AM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 09/26-10/28 12pM-12:45pM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 09/26-10/28 1pM-1:45pM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 11/7-12/16 11AM-11:45AM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 11/7-12/16 12pM-12:45pM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 11/7-12/16 1pM-1:45pM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 1/3-2/23 11AM-11:45AM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 1/3-2/23 12pM-12:45pM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 1/3-2/23 1pM-1:45pM W, F $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. honorable John J. Kennedy Pool 09/26-10/28 11AM-11:45AM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 09/26-10/28 12pM-12:45pM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 09/26-10/28 1pM-1:45pM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 11/7-12/16 11AM-11:45AM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 11/7-12/16 12pM-12:45pM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 11/7-12/16 1pM-1:45pM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 1/3-2/23 11AM-11:45AM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 1/3-2/23 12pM-12:45pM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 1/3-2/23 1pM-1:45pM W, F $2/$4 Age: 18-49 WATER LAP SWIM Water Lap Swim is located at Honorable John J. Kennedy 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. honorable John J. Kennedy Pool 09/26-10/28 TU-SAT $5/$8 AGE: 16/up 11/7-12/16 TU-SAT $5/$8 AGE: 16/up 1/2-2/24 TU-SAT $5/$8 AGE: 16/up YOUTH & ADULT PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS Private Swim Lessons for youth are 30 minutes. All levels are based on the American Red Cross Learn-to Swim Program. Ratio of Instructor to participant is 1 to 1. Lessons are 30 minutes in duration and $35 per class, one Saturday a week. For more information, please contact the Aquatics Program at (626) 744-7330. honorable John J. Kennedy Pool 09/30-10/28 9AM-9:30AM Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 09/30-10/28 9:30AM-10AM Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 09/30-10/28 10am-10:30am Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 09/30-10/28 10:30am-11am Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 09/30-10/28 11am-11:30pm Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 09/30-10/28 11:30am-12pm Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 11/11-12/16 9AM-9:30AM Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 11/11-12/16 9:30AM-10AM Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 11/11-12/16 10am-10:30am Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 11/11-12/16 10:30am-11am Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 11/11-12/16 11am-11:30pm Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 11/11-12/16 11:30am-12pm Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 1/6-2/24 9AM-9:30AM Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 1/6-2/24 9:30AM-10AM Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 1/6-2/24 10am-10:30am Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 1/6-2/24 10:30am-11am Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 1/6-2/24 11am-11:30pm Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 1/6-2/24 11:30am-12pm Sat $35/$50 Age: 5-17 AQUATICS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Applicants for the fall and winter season are being accepted. 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, please visit: CityOfPasadena.net/Jobs register online! visit cityofpasadena.net/reserve

16 Fall/Winter I 2023 Recreation Guide Fall and Winter swim lessons are offered at the Honorable John J. Kennedy Pool for swim proficiency levels TT through 5. All lessons are 50 minutes in duration. All lessons are offered 4 days per week. The pool and offices will be closed on City Holidays For more information, please contact Aquatics Program at (626) 744-7330. 3:00 - 3:50 P.M. LEVELS TT - 5 TU-FRI 4:00 - 4:50 P.M. LEVELS TT - 5 TU-FRI 5:00 - 5:50 P.M. LEVELS TT - 5 TU-FRI 6:00-6:50 P.M. LEVELS TT - 5 TU-FRI honorable John J. Kennedy pool 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. Food & Beverages Food and beverages are permitted on bench area only. Please do not bring glass containers or knives. Pool Closure On occasions, the pool may be subject to closure due to unexpected maintenance repairs, harsh weather, or facility special events. 12:00 - 3:00 P.M. All LEVELS SAT honorable John J. Kennedy pool no registration required Rec swim

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 17 TINY TOT Movin’ and Groovin’ is Minibop’s preschool enrichment program. It’s a music and movement style class, but also so much more. The curriculum focuses on socialemotional learning (SEL) and uses music-based activities to explain concepts in a way that is engaging, fun and easy to understand. It's the perfect program for the Tiny Tot age group. Victory Park Recreation Center 11/07-12/12 10am-11am Tue $34 Age: 2-4 01/02-02/20 10am-11am Tue $45/$90 Age: 2-4 BILINGUAL ASTRONOMY Come and enjoy a wonderful time learning about the sun, the moons, planets, asteroids, and the exciting world of outer space. Learn to read, write, and pronounce the Solar System in English & Spanish, Victory Park Recreation Center 11/07-12/12 12pm-1pm Tue $34 Age: 2-4 11/07-12/12 12pm-1pm Tue $45/$90 Age: 2-4 ART IN THE PARK Discover the world of critters and plants at Washington Park through drawing, painting, collage and clay. This class is taught by the Armory Center for the Arts. Washington Park 09/09-10/28 12pm-1:30pm Sat FREE Age: 6-12 01/06-02/24 12pm-1:30pm 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 09/06-10/25 6pm-8pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages 01/03-02/21 6pm-8pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages 11/08-12/13 6pm-8pm 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 09/11-10/23 6pm-7pm Mon $39/$78 Age: 4-17 11/06-12/11 6pm-7pm Mon $34/$68 Age: 4-17 01/08-02/05 6pm-7pm Mon $28/$56 Age: 4-17 CERAMICS 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 09/09-10/28 10am-11:30am Sat $50/$100 Age: 6-12 11/11-12/16 10am-11:30am Sat $38/$76 Age: 6-12 01/06-02/24 10am-11:30am Sat $50/$100 Age: 6-12 COLORING OUTSIDE THE LINES 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. Villa Parke Community Center 09/05-10/24 5pm-6pm Tue $25/$50 Age: 5-10 11/07-12/12 5pm-6pm Tue $19/$38 Age: 5-10 01/02-02/19 5pm-6pm Tue $25/$50 Age: 5-10 youtH register online! visit cityofpasadena.net/reserve

18 Fall/Winter I 2023 Recreation Guide 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 09/07-10/26 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 technique. Show off your skills at your next family gathering! Victory Park Recreation Center 09/08-10/27 4pm-5pm Fri $45/$90 Age: 8-12 11/10-12/15 4pm-5pm Fri $28/$56 Age: 8-12 01/05-02/23 4pm-5pm Fri $45/$90 Age: 8-12 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 techniques 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 09/11-10/23 4pm-5pm Mon $39/$78 Age: 7-17 09/11-10/23 5:30pm-6:30pm Mon $39/$78 Age: 7-17 09/07-10/26 4pm-5pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 7-17 09/07-10/26 5:30pm-6:30pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 7-17 11/06-12/11 4pm-5pm Mon $34/$68 Age: 7-17 11/06-12/11 5:30pm-6:30pm Mon $34/$68 Age: 7-17 11/09-12/14 4pm-5pm Thu $28/$56 Age: 7-17 11/09-12/14 5:30pm-6:30pm Thu $28/$56 Age: 7-17 01/08-02/05 4pm-5pm Mon $22/$44 Age: 7-17 01/08-02/05 5:30pm-6:30pm Mon $22/$44 Age: 7-17 01/04-02/22 4pm-5pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 7-17 01/04-02/22 5:30pm-6:30pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 7-17 ADVENTURES IN THE GARDEN Explore the food that comes from the garden and create art around the treats you love. This class is taught by an Armory Center for the Arts Instructor. Villa Parke Community Center 09/11-10/23 4pm-5:30pm Mon FREE Age: 6-12 11/06-12/11 4pm-5:30pm Mon FREE Age: 6-12 01/08-02/05 4pm-5:30pm Mon FREE Age: 6-12 PRIME Take your game to the next level with Prime! Prime is a strength and conditioning program for youth designed to maximize athletic potential. This program focuses on targeting overall athleticism by reducing the risk of injury and optimizing performance on the field or court. Villa Parke Community Center 9/09-10/28 10:30-11:30am Sat $10/$20 Age: 5-8 9/09-10/28 11:30-12:30pm Sat $10/$20 Age: 9-12 9/09-10/28 12:30-1:30pm Sat $10/$20 Age 13-17 11/11-12/16 10:30-11:30am Sat $10/$20 Age:5-8 11/11-12/16 1:30-12:30 Sat $10/$20 Age: 9-12 11/11-12/16 12:30-1:30 Sat $10/$20 Age 13-17 01/06-02/24 10:30-11:30am Sat $10/$20 Age:5-8 01/06-02/24 11:30-12:30pm Sat $10/$20 Age: 9-12 01/06-02/24 12:30-1:30pm Sat $10/$20 Age 13-17 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 09/09-10/28 11:30am-12:30pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 5-8 09/09-10/28 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 9-13 11/11-12/16 11:30am-12:30pm Sat $34/$68 Age: 5-8 11/11-12/16 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat $34/$68 Age: 9-13 01/06-02/24 11:30am-12:30pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 5-8 01/06-02/24 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 9-13 HOLLYWOOD HIP HOP DANCERS Does your child like to dance and perform on stage? Hollywood Hip Hop Dancers! are back by popular demand! In this fun and exciting class, kids will learn cool musical Hip Hop steps, learn to dance and perform on stage using costumes, characters, and more! Kids will perform in front of a live audience, and the class will culminate in a super fun dance showcase for all parents! If you loved our Hollywood Superstars program, you will love our new Hollywood Hip Hop Dance program! Sign up now! Villa Parke Community Center 09/09-10/28 11:30am-12:30pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 5-8 09/09-10/28 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 9-13 11/11-12/16 11:30am-12:30pm Sat $34/$68 Age: 5-8 11/11-12/16 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat $34/$68 Age: 9-13 01/06-02/24 11:30am-12:30pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 5-8 01/06-02/24 12:45pm-1:45pm Sat $45/$90 Age: 9-13

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 19 REGISTRATION INFORMATION: • Register online at CityOfPasadena.net/Reserve • League dates, times , and locations, are subject to change. • Weather, air quality, and health orders may cause postponements and/or cancellations. MIGHTY MITES FLAG FOOTBALL Mighty Mites flag football is a great way to introduce youth ages 6-8 the fundamentals of flag football preparing them for league play. Participants will learn fundamentals of the game including blocking, passing, catching, offense, and defensive basics. The focus of the program will be instruction in fundamentals, and skill building. Participants will apply what they have learned in short practice games at the end of the training. Space is limited. SCHEDULE: League Dates: Sat., Sept. 23 - Sat., October 28 Time: 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. Ages/Locations: • Ages 6-8 - Villa Parke (Turf Field) 363 E. Villa St. FEE: • $10 for Pasadena Residents/PUSD Students • $95 for non-residents REGISTRATION: • Pasadena Resident/PUSD registration: 7/24-10/1 • General registration: 8/7-10/1 FALL YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL Are you ready for some football? Citywide youth sports programs offer safe, fun, affordable league play for youth in grades 3rd - 8th. Participants will be taught the fundamentals of the game in a team setting by experienced youth sports coaches/instructors. The top seeds from each division will advance to the playoffs. Participants will have an opportunity to represent Pasadena in the annual SCMAF flag football tournament. Participants wishing to enter the league, but not on a current team, will have an opportunity to select teams at McKinley, Octavia Butler, Robinson Park, and Victory Park. SCHEDULE: Practice Start: Monday, August 14 League Dates: Saturday, Sept. 23 - Friday, Nov 24, 2023 Divisions: • A: 7th/8th Grade • B: 5th/6th Grade • C: 3rd/4th Grade FEE: • $10 for Pasadena Residents/PUSD Students • $95 for non-residents REGISTRATION: • Pasadena Resident/PUSD registration: 7/24-10/1 • General registration: 8/7-10/1 FALL YOUTH VOLLEYBALL The fall youth volleyball league offers fun, safe, and competitive league play for participants in grades 3rd-8th. This league will introduce participants to the fundamentals of volleyball including: proper footwork, serving, setting, hitting, and passing. Youth will be taught by experienced youth sports coaches/instructors. The top seeds from each division will get to advance to the playoffs. Some athletes will have an opportunity to represent Pasadena in SCMAF tournaments. Participants wishing to enter the league, but not on a current team, will be referred to teams at McKinley, or Victory. SCHEDULE: Practice Start: Monday, August 22 League Dates: Wednesday, Sept. 26 - Tuesday, Oct 31, 2023 Divisions: • AA 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 REGISTRATION: • Pasadena Resident/PUSD registration: 7/24-10/1 • General registration: 8/7-10/1

20 Fall/Winter I 2023 Recreation Guide WINTER YOUTH BASKETBALL The winter youth basketball league offers beginner, intermediate and advanced league play for youth in grades 3rd-8th. The Beg. - Int. division is recommended for the beginner and intermediate player. The advanced division is for the highly advanced player. All participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of the game in a team setting by experienced citywide youth sports instructors. The top teams from each division will get to advance to the playoffs. The top teams from each division will get to advance to the playoffs. SCHEDULE: Practices start: December 11, 2023 Divisions: • A: 7th/8th Grade - Thursday and/or Friday night 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 REGISTRATION: Resident/PUSD student registration: 10/30 - 2/4 (Available online 24/7) General registration: 11/13 - 2/4 (Available online 24/7) NEW! WHEEL WARRIORS BASKETBALL Get in on the action with Wheel Warriors Basketball! Designed for young wheelchair users, this program offers an exciting opportunity to develop basketball skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. Participants will learn the fundamentals of wheelchair basketball, while participating in drills, practice sessions, and friendly scrimmages. Wheel Warriors Basketball aims to promote physical fitness, social interaction, self-confidence, and camaraderie among participants. Victory Park Recreation Center 09/09-10/28 1pm-2:30pm Sat $10/$20 Age: 5-18 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 17 - July 7, 2024* 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 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 register online! visit cityofpasadena.net/reserve

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 21 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 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

22 Fall/Winter 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 23 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. 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 09/11-10/23 4pm-5:30pm Mon FREE Age: 12-17 01/08-02/19 4pm-5:30pm Mon 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 09/05-10/24 4pm-5:30pm Tue FREE Age: 12-17 01/02-02/20 4pm-5:30pm Tue 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 09/06-10/25 4pm-5:30pm Wed FREE Age: 12-17 01/03-02/21 4pm-5:30pm 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 09/07-10/26 4pm-5:30pm Thu FREE Age: 12-17 01/04-02/22 4pm-5:30pm Thu FREE Age: 12-17 ANTI-BULLYING YOUTH FORUM 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 10/13/23 4pm-5:30pm Fri FREE Age: 12-17 LA PINTORESCA TURKEY GIVEAWAY Beans, greens, potatoes, tomatoes, chicken, turkeys - You name it! Register to receive a La Pintoresca Thanksgiving basket with all the fixings beginning on Friday, November 4. La Pintoresca Teen Education Center 11/17/23 2pm-4pm Tue FREE Age: All Ages LA PINTORESCA TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY Gather with neighbors, family and friends to celebrate the start of the holiday season. Enjoy holiday music, arts and crafts, story time, and face painting while awaiting the arrival of Santa Claus. Children can visit and have their picture taken with Santa at this free community event. Please bring your camera. Traditional tamales and champurrado will be served. 12/08/23 5PM-7PM FRI FREE Age: All Ages

24 Fall/Winter 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 25 adult 210 ELITE 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 09/05-10/24 8:45am-9:45am Tue $45/$90 Age: 18/up 09/07-10/26 8:45am-9:45am Thu $45/$90 Age: 18/up 09/05-10/24 5:30pm-6:30pm Tue $45/$90 Age: 18/up 09/07-10/26 5:30pm-6:30pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 18/up 11/07-12/12 8:45am-9:45am Tue $34/$68 Age: 18/up 11/09-12/14 5:30pm-6:30pm Thu $28/$56 Age: 18/up 11/07-12/12 5:30pm-6:30pm Tue $34/$68 Age: 18/up 11/09-12/14 8:45am-9:45am Thu $28/$56 Age: 18/up 01/02-02/20 8:45am-9:45am Tue $45/$90 Age: 18/up 01/02-02/20 5:30pm-6:30pm Tue $45/$90 Age: 18/up 01/04-02/22 8:45am-9:45am Thu $45/$90 Age: 18/up 01/04-02/22 5:30pm-6:30pm Thu $45/$90 Age: 18/up NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEADLIFT - NEW! Unleash your inner beast with Night of the Living Deadlift! This workout combines a series of full body exercises with a frightfully fun twist. Participants are encouraged to dress up and compete for the "Best Costume" prize. Participants beware, join us if you dare! Please bring exercise mat, towel and water. Victory Park Recreation Center 10/30/23 6pm-7pm Mon $5/$10 Age: 15/up FIGHT CAMP - NEW! Push your limits, sculpt your body and enhance your boxing skills with Fight Camp! Fight Camp combines cardio, strength training, and boxing techniques to deliver the ultimate calorie burning workout. This class is ideal for individuals looking for a challenging, full-body workout that combines the physical and mental benefits of boxing with the intensity of a bootcamp-style workout. Villa Parke Community Center 09/09-10/28 9am-10am Sat $45/$90 Age: 15/up 11/11-12/16 9am-10am Sat $34/$68 Age: 15/up 01/06-02/24 9am-10am Sat $45/$90 Age: 15/up FITMAS - NEW! Tis the season for a great workout! Join us for this fun and festive 3-day fitness challenge led by none other than Santa Claus! Please bring exercise mat, towel and water. Victory Park Recreation Center 12/19-12/21 6pm-7pm TU-TH $10/$20 Age: 15/up Victory Park 12/19-12/21 6pm-7pm TU-TH $10/$20 Age: 15/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 09/06-10/25 6:30pm-7:30pm Wed $45/$90 Age: 18/up 11/08-12/13 6:30pm-7:30pm Wed $34/$68 Age: 18/up 01/03-02/21 6:30pm-7:30pm Wed $45/$90 Age: 18/up BACHATA - NEW! Bachata is a dance style that originates from the Dominican Republic and is danced around the world. In this beginner-level class we will learn the history of bachata and its evolution over time while we explore dance as a form of healing and reconnecting to the body. Robinson Park Recreation Center 01/05-02/23 6pm-7pm Thu $65.00 Age: 18/up 09/07-10/26 6pm-7pm Thu $65.00 Age: 18/up 11/16-12/14 6pm-7pm Thu $48.75 Age: 18/up register online! visit cityofpasadena.net/reserve

26 Fall/Winter I 2023 Recreation Guide SALSA ON2 - NEW! Salsa is a dance style that originates from Cuba, Puerto Rico & New York City with festivals and competitions hosted globally. In this beginner-level class we will learn the history of salsa and its evolution over time while we explore dance as a form of healing and reconnecting to the body. Robinson Park Recreation Center 09/07-10/26 5pm-6pm Thu $48.75 Age: 18/up 11/16-12/14 5pm-6pm Thu $48.75 Age: 18/up 01/05-02/23 5pm-6pm Thu $65.00 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 09/06-10/25 6pm-8pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages 11/08-12/13 6pm-8pm Wed FREE Age: All Ages 01/03-02/21 6pm-8pm 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 09/05-10/24 6:30pm-7:30pm Tue $45/$90 Age: 18/up 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 09/09-10/28 8am-9:30am Sat $50/$100 Age: 18/up 11/11-12/16 8am-9:30am Sat $38/$76 Age: 18/up 01/06-02/24 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 09/11-10/23 6pm-7pm Mon $39/$78 Age: 15/up 09/13-10/25 6pm-7pm Wed $45/$90 Age: 15/up 11/06-12/11 6pm-7pm Mon $34/$68 Age: 15/up 11/08-12/13 6pm-7pm Wed $34/$68 Age: 15/up 01/08-02/05 6pm-7pm Mon $22/$44 Age: 15/up 01/03-02/21 6pm-7pm Wed $45/$90 Age: 15/up 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 register online! visit cityofpasadena.net/reserve

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 27 VILLA PARKE FITNESS CENTER 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 09/06-10/25 6pm-7pm M, W FREE Age: 18/up 11/06-12/13 6pm-7pm M, W FREE Age: 18/up 01/03-02/21 6pm-7pm M, W FREE Age: 18/up (*no class 09/04) 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 09/05-10/24 3:30pm-4:30pm Tue FREE Age: 18/up 11/07-12/12 3:30pm-4:30pm Tue FREE Age: 18/up 01/02-02/20 3:30pm-4:30pm Tue FREE Age: 18/up ADAPTIVE ART 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. Villa Parke Community Center 09/06-10/25 6pm-7:30pm Wed FREE Age: 18/up 11/08-12/13 6pm-7:30pm Wed FREE Age: 18/up 01/03-02/21 6pm-7:30pm Wed FREE Age: 18/up CITIZENSHIP Join our class for an overview of U.S.. History and government in preparation for the naturalization test. This class is sponsored by the San Gabriel Valley Literacy Council. Villa Parke Community Center 9/26/23-5/18/24 10:30- 12:00pm Tue FREE Age: 18/up NEIGHBORHOOD VOICES Participate in theatre-making fun! This is an intergenerational theatre arts program open to all youth 14 years old and up as well as adults. You will play fun theatre games, act, write, and direct. This 10-week workshop meets twice-a-week and is open to parents, youth and community members to become part of the ensemble. The Unusual Suspects Theatre Company will have two amazing Teaching Artists, one who is bilingual in Spanish, teach the ensemble. Participants will work together to create an original play, rehearse it then perform it twice for the neighborhood. Snacks provided. Villa Parke Community Center 09/27-12/09 5:30pm-11am W, SA FREE Age: All Ages 09/27-12/09 5:30pm-11am W, SA FREE Age: All Ages VOCATIONAL TRAINING IN PRODUCTION DESIGN Use your imagination to create costumes and set pieces. We will teach you how to use your hands and tools to create designs for a written play. This is a series of 10 workshops in Costume and Set Design to learn the necessary skills to create Costume and Set Designs for the play written by Neighborhood Voices participants. This is a great opportunity for working professionals or novices to gain skills to work in the entertainment industry. Actors can learn new skills to enrich their understanding of production work. The costumes and set pieces will be designed for the Neighborhood Voices play that will have two public performances. The Unusual Suspects Theatre Company will have an award-winning Costume Designer (bilingual in Spanish) and an expert Set Designer teaching the workshops who currently work in the industry. No experience necessary. Villa Parke Community Center 09/27-11/09 11:30am-1:30pm W, Th FREE Age: 12/up register online! visit cityofpasadena.net/reserve

28 Fall/Winter I 2023 Recreation Guide older adults 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. 09/11-10/23 11am-12pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 09/05-10/24 12pm-1pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 09/07-10/26 10:30am-11:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up 11/06-12/11 11am-12pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 11/07-12/12 12pm-1pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 11/09-12/14 10:30am-11:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up 01/08-02/19 11am-12pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 01/02-02/20 12pm-1pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 01/04-02/22 10:30am-11:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up Villa Parke Community Center 09/06-10/25 10am-11am Wed FREE Age: 50/up 09/07-10/26 8:30am-9:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up 11/08-12/13 10am-11am Wed FREE Age: 50/up 11/09-12/14 8:30am-9:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up 01/03-02/21 10am-11am Wed FREE Age: 50/up 01/04-02/22 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 09/05-10/24 1:30pm-2:30pm Tue free Age: 50/up 09/07-10/26 12pm-1pm Thu free Age: 50/up 11/07-12/12 1:30pm-2:30pm Tue free Age: 50/up 11/09-12/14 12pm-1pm Thu free Age: 50/up 01/02-02/20 1:30pm-2:30pm Tue free Age: 50/up 01/04-02/22 12pm-1pm Thu free Age: 50/up SEWING CLASS (SPANISH) Students will learn to use a sewing machine, and distinguish different fabrics and patterns. At the end of the class students will learn how to make their own article of clothing. Villa Parke Community Center 09/08-10/27 9am-11am F FREE Age: 50/up 11/17-12/15 9am-11am F FREE Age: 50/up 01/06-02/24 9am-11am f FREE Age: 50/up QUILTING (SPANISH) Let's Quilt! In this class you’ll learn how to make a beautiful quilt. You’ll learn everything from understanding fabric and needle anatomy, to cutting the fabric the right way.  This class will be taught in Spanish.  Villa Parke Community Center 09/06-10/25 9am-11am M, W FREE Age: 50/up 11/06-12/13 9am-11am M, W FREE Age: 50/up 01/04-02/22 9am-11am M, W FREE Age: 50/up DANCE FOR JOY Learn new ways of expression through dance and movement while enjoying the company of others.    Jackie Robinson Community Center 11/06-12/15 12pm-1pm F FREE Age: 50/up 01/03-02/21 12pm-1pm F 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 09/11-12/11 1:30pm-3pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 11/06-12/11 1:30pm-3pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 01/08-02/19 1:30pm-3pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up register online! visit cityofpasadena.net/reserve

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 29 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 09/05-10/24 8:30am-9:30am Tue FREE Age: 50/up 09/07-10/26 9:30am-10:30am Thu FREE Age: 50/up 11/07-12/12 8:30am-9:30am Tue FREE Age: 50/up 01/02-02/20 8:30am-9:30am Tue FREE Age: 50/up 01/04-02/22 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 09/05-10/24 3pm-4pm Tue free Age: 50/up 09/07-10/26 3pm-4pm Thu free Age: 50/up 11/07-12/12 3pm-4pm Tue free Age: 50/up 11/09-12/14 3pm-4pm Thu free Age: 50/up 01/02-02/20 3pm-4pm Tue free Age: 50/up 01/04-02/22 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 09/11-10/23 10am-4pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 11/06-12/11 10am-4pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 01/08-02/19 10am-4pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 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! Villa Parke Community Center 9/08-1027 11am-12pm F free Age: 50/up 11/10-12/16 11am-12pm F free Age: 50/up 01/05-2/23 11am-12pm F free Age: 50/up 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 09/05-10/24 12pm-1:30pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 11/07-12/12 12pm-1:30pm Tue FREE Age: 50/up 01/02-02/20 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 09/06-10/25 12pm-1pm Wed FREE Age: 50/up 11/08-12/13 12pm-1pm Wed FREE Age: 50/up 01/03/24 12pm-1pm Wed 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 09/11-10/23 11:30am-12:30pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 09/06-10/25 10:30am-11:30am Wed FREE Age: 50/up 11/06-12/11 11:30am-12:30pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 11/08-12/13 10:30am-11:30am Wed FREE Age: 50/up 01/08-02/19 11:30am-12:30pm Mon FREE Age: 50/up 01/03-02/21 10:30am-11:30am Wed FREE Age: 50/up

30 Fall/Winter I 2023 Recreation Guide COFFEE CONNECT 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 DOMINOS, CHESS, AND CARDS CLUB Dominoes, Chess, and Cards Club meets weekdays to play recreational games and socialize. Jackie Robinson Community Center 09/05-10/27 10am-4pm Weekdays free Age: 50/up 11/06-12/15 10am-4pm Weekdays free Age: 50/up 01/08-02/23 10am-4pm Weekdays free Age: 50/up 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 09/11-10/23 2pm-3pm Mon free Age: 50/up 09/06-10/25 9am-10am Wed free Age: 50/up 11/06-12/11 2pm-3pm Mon free Age: 50/up 11/08-12/13 9am-10am Wed free Age: 50/up 01/08-02/19 2pm-3pm Mon free Age: 50/up 01/03-02/21 9am-10am Wed free Age: 50/up fifffflffiflffl fifi fifffflffiflffl flffi ffi ffi fifl   
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www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 31 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 [email protected] or call (626) 795-4331 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

32 Fall/Winter I 2023 Recreation Guide 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

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 33 community services HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION LEGAL CLINIC 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 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 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 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

34 Fall/Winter I 2023 Recreation Guide 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 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? Water is Life Art Contest Calling all K-12 Students! PWPweb.com/ArtContest

www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 35 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.

36 Fall/Winter I 2023 Recreation Guide 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

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38 Fall/Winter I 2023 Recreation Guide 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.

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 www.cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec 39