Please visit www.glendaleca.gov/parks for the latest information.
Picnic & Wedding Reservations Update
Beginning May 15, 2021, we will be offering picnic and wedding reservations again! Please call (818) 548-2725 to make a reservation for your birthday party or gathering.
All LA County Department of Public Health protocols for gatherings will be enforced, including limiting the length of your reservation, and reservation of larger areas to keep your reservation separate from others. Bouncers will not be allowed at this time.
90 Plus Birthday Celebration
In honor of May is Older Americans Month, we will be honoring our Glendale seniors who are celebrating their 90th birthday or older in 2021 with a video presentation that will be viewable on social media @myGlendaleParks. Slides will also air on GTV6 between regularly scheduled programming.
If you or your family member are a Glendale resident 90 years of age or older (90 Plus) and would like to participate, please provide the following information:
- First and Last Name
- Date of Birth
- Place of Birth (State/Country)
- Family Information (how many children, grandchildren, great grandchildren)
- Former Occupation
- Greatest moment of your life
- Words to live by
- Picture of the participant (a smiling head shot)
E-mail the information to mamazaspyan@glendaleca.gov no later than Monday, May 10, 2021. If you have any questions, call (818) 548-2188.
Maple Starz Summer Camp 2021
June 14 to August 13, 2021
Registration NOW OPEN!
Online Only at www.myglendaleparks.com.
We are proud to offer our annual Summer Day Camp this summer for campers ages 5 – 14 years old. The nine-week camp will take place starting Monday, June 14, 2021. Registration is on a weekly basis. The camp will provide a safe place and opportunity for campers to play, discover, learn, and interact, all while abiding by L.A. County Guidelines. Campers will engage in food activities, science experiments, arts & crafts, individual sports, dance, and more! Lunch will be provided the first 8 weeks of camp.
Maple Starz Camp will be offered at the following locations:
- Brand Studios and Park (ages 5 to 12)
- Maple Park Community Center (ages 5 to 12)
- Pacific Community Center (ages 5 to 14)
- Sparr Heights Community Center (ages 5 to 12)
- Verdugo Park (ages 5 to 14)
For more information, please visit www.glendaleca.gov/daycamps.
Wading Pools
We are now taking reservations for your private wading pool rentals! All Los Angeles County Department of Public Health protocols for Informal Social Gatherings must be followed. Wading Pools can be rented for your private birthday party or small gathering. Rates are $100 for the first hour of swimming, and $25 for every additional hour of swimming (2 hours maximum).
Please call (818) 937-7433 for a reservation.
Child Care Program During Distance Learning – Spring Session 2021
Do you need child care this spring during distance learning? We have spots available in our Education Connection and Maple Starz After School Camps at six locations for students ages 5-14. The locations are as follows: Civic Auditorium, Dunsmore Community Building, Glenoaks Park (Joe Bridges Clubhouse), Maple Park Community Center, Pacific Community Center, and Sparr Heights Community Center. A combined total of 13 pods are offered at six sites with a maximum of 12 kids per pod.
Spring session dates are March 22, 2021 through June 11, 2021. Registration is now open. Please visit www.glendaleca.gov/educationconnection for more information and www.myglendaleparks.com to register. Registration is only available online.
There are two programs in operation, concurrently. The first part of the day is called Education Connection, which operates from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Parents are able to drop off their child(ren) at one of the six locations and staff make sure the children are able to connect to the wireless network and participate in their remote learning sessions as per their individualized schedules. The second part of the day is called Maple Starz After School Camp, which operates from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. providing after school care for the same participants enrolled in Education Connection, at no additional charge. This portion of the day is based on CSP’s seasonal day camp program, and the themes, activities, and games are adapted versions of the department’s summer day camp program. Parents must enroll their child(ren) in both programs if they want child care from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
In partnership with Glendale Unified School District’s Nutrition Services, participants are provided a healthy breakfast and lunch daily, at no charge. If a child does not like to eat a school provided food, parents must pack and send lunch, snacks, and a beverage with the child, daily.
"Colors" Art Installation
Adams Square Mini Park Gas Station 1020 E. Palmer Ave., Glendale, CA 91205 Now - May 21, 2021
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"Colors" is an installation about perspective and the lenses we see/are seen through, by engaging the viewer with a series of colorful, semi-transparent planes suspended throughout the space.
This temporary art installation is generously sponsored by the Glendale Arts and Culture Commission through funding from the Urban Art Program, and support from Glendale Library, Arts & Culture, Glendale Community Services & Parks, and the Adams Hill Neighborhood Association.
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Virtual Recreation Programs
Community Services & Parks is committed to providing safe and educational recreational activities, even in these trying times.
Visit GlendaleParksAtHome.com to learn more about parks, activities and programs you can do from home! Challenge yourself with our weekly games, explore our parks and trails, and much more!
Trails and Open Space Events
Know the Native Plants of Deukmejian Premiering Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at www.glendaleparksathome.org/virtual-trailsandopenspace
Have you ever hiked through the wilderness area and wondered what plants you are seeing? Would you like to be able to identify the most common plants in the park?
Join landscape architect and retired park planner, John Pearson, as he leads us on a virtual hike in Deukmejian Wilderness Park. John defines the terms native plant, invasive plant and explains the plant communities present in the park. John identifies and discusses the most common plants found in the two riparian plant communities, the inland sage community, and the chaparral community. Learn how the weather and Southern California's Mediterranean climate influence the plant growth and plant adaptations for surviving in the region. The hike takes place on the Vineyard Trail, the Mummy Rock Nature Trail, and the Dunsmore Canyon Trail.
FREE Virtual Homework Support
Community Services & Parks Youth & Family Services and the Salvation Army have partnered to offer free virtual homework support in math and English to elementary school students. This online tutoring is provided Monday through Thursday, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., via Zoom. To register, please contact Scarlett Villacorta at (818) 246-5586 extension 1206, or via email at scarlett.villacorta@usw.salvationarmy.org.
Virtual Presentations and Classes for Seniors
VIRTUAL PRESENTATIONS
Email cspcares@glendaleca.gov with your first name, last name, and your telephone number. We will email you a link for you to join the virtual presentation.
For more information, please call (818) 548-2188.
Legal and Financial Planning May 11, 2021 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
This month, we are collaborating with Alzheimer's Los Angeles to provide information on legal and financial steps we need to take to prepare for the future as we age. Participants will learn about what decisions they can make and necessary paperwork.
Keeping Your Brain Healthy May 20, 2021 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Alzheimer's Los Angeles will inform participants about research being conducted to keep our memory strong as we age, including nutritional tips, how to keep active, and ways to challenge our brain. The discussion will also include several interactive brain games.
VIRTUAL CLASSES
We are offering free virtual exercise and fitness classes for seniors. Interested seniors are asked to RSVP for the classes.
Please email cspcares@glendaleca.gov with your first name, last name, and your telephone number, and staff will email you a link to join the virtual class(es).
For more information, please call (818) 548-4098.
Aerobics Days: Mondays and Thursdays Times: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Aerobics classes are a fun and important part of any exercise program for older adults. Participating in aerobics for seniors can provide health benefits like increasing your range of motion, reducing blood pressure and stress, and aiding in weight loss. Aerobics classes can aid senior citizens in creating a sense of community, value, and purpose in addition to improving physical health. Additionally, the increased upper body and lower body strength that comes with a regular aerobics exercise routine can help with fall prevention.
Slow Stretch Days: Mondays and Thursdays Times: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Low-impact exercises help protect joints. These exercises are a great starting point in building healthy rhythms of exercise. They can be a great way to warm up for a more rigorous day ahead.
Line Dancing Days: Mondays Times: 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Line dancing presents itself as a great form of exercise for seniors because it provides the benefits of an aerobic workout which helps maintain a healthy heart and also provides a platform to get involved in a social environment, which is great for mental wellness.
Zumba Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Times: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Zumba is an excellent low impact workout. It protects your joints and muscles while raising your heart rate and improving your balance, posture, and coordination. Zumba’s upbeat salsa beats will get your heart pumping and calories burning while dancing with your fellow peers.
Muscle Toning Days: Tuesdays and Fridays Times: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Strength training and other exercises done regularly by seniors, not only builds up bone and muscle density, but also counteracts weakness and frailty that is usually associated with aging.
Virtual Teen Programming
VIRTUAL TEEN NIGHT OUT
Community Services & Parks has temporarily transitioned the Teen Night Out (TNO) program into a virtual program during the COVID-19 pandemic in order to connect with teens, provide resources, and make sure teens and their families are well and safe.
Teen volunteers will be able to receive volunteer hours for attending virtual Teen Night Out meetings. Teens interested in attending our virtual TNO meetings should email John Maghaguian at jmaghaguian@glendaleca.gov or call (818) 937-7247. Follow us on Instagram @myglendaleteens.
Homeless Resources for Teens May 6, 2021 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Monika Grabowski, Foster & Homeless Youth Counselor for the Glendale Unified School District, will discuss specifically what resources are available for teens who are either experiencing homelessness or know of someone who is. She will also discuss ways for teens to find housing during the pandemic.
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California Low Cost Auto Insurance May 13, 2021 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Sally Kim with the California Department of Insurance will provide tips on shopping for insurance to keep costs down and tips for teen driving as it relates to car insurance.
How to Incorporate Nutrition & Fitness Into Your Daily Routine May 20, 2021 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Jenny Frutchey, Clinical Dietitian at Verdugo Hills Hospital, will discuss the importance of supplementing both nutrition and fitness into your diet. She will also discuss vegan and vegetarian living.
Get Fit NOW and Stay Fit LATER May 27, 2021 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Samantha Fernebok, Doctor of Physical Therapy at Verdugo Hills Hospital, will discuss the importance of getting fit and staying fit. She will review the basics of self-care as it relates to stretching and recovering from working out.
Virtual Therapeutic Recreation Programming
Club Maple and Get Fit, two components of Community Services & Parks' Therapeutic Recreation Program, aim to provide adults with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to enjoy social and interactive activities. As of June 8, 2020, these programs are being offered virtually, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Community Services & Parks Department proudly continues its dedication to providing excellent quality of life programs to our residents while prioritizing the health and safety of its program participants and employees.
Virtual Get Fit Every other Monday May 10 and 24, 2021 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
This program provides participants the opportunity to exercise safely at home.
Club Maple Virtual Hangout Every other Thursday May 13 and 27, 2021 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
This program brings participants together in an online social setting to talk among peers and with City staff about various topics affecting the intellectually disabled community.
Please contact Ken Khan by calling (818) 548-3783 or via email: kkhan@glendaleca.gov to receive your log-in information.
Pacific Community Pool
509 S. Pacific Ave., Glendale, CA 91204
Pacific Community Pool is open for lap and modified recreation swimming, and swimming lessons. All activities adhere to current LA County Department of Public Health protocols. For lap and modified recreation swimming, there are ten (10) areas of the pool identified for use: six (6) 25-yard lap lanes, two (2) 15-yard lanes, and two (2) shallow end spaces. Up to six (6) swimmers from a single household may use each swimming area at a time, and swim sessions are limited to 50 minutes to provide time for proper disinfection between each session. Sessions start at the top of each hour during open hours of operation, Monday through Sunday. Swimmers are strongly encouraged to make a reservation due to limited space and time available. The schedule will be posted monthly, but may be adjusted at any time to account for changes in the County protocols and changes in programming. Pending availability, a reservation can be made any time during open business hours by calling Pacific Community Pool at (818) 937-7433. Every Friday at 12 noon, the reservation schedule for the upcoming week opens.
Please visit www.GlendaleAquatics.com for more information, and for summer swim lesson registration.
Pacific Community Pool Guidelines
Verdugo Jobs Center Now Offering COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Program for Workers
If you:
- Live in the Verdugo region of Glendale, Burbank, and La Canada Flintridge
- Have lost your job due to COVID-19
- Need assistance with paying your bills while you look for work
We can help! Eligible clients who access our career and training service may receive assistance with:
- rent
- utilities
- transportation
- child care
- other expenses
The goal of this program is to assist our region’s workers in securing employment immediately. Each participant will be assigned a case manager who will provide support every step of the way to successfully completing training and finding employment.
To see if you are eligible and to apply, call (818) 937-8000 or email AskVJC@glendaleca.gov (reference “Special Grants” in subject line).
Employment Incentive Program
Glendale Youth Alliance is now accepting applications for the Employment Incentive Program! The program offers training and PAID jobs for youth ages 18-24 that are currently NOT in school. Youth enrolled in noncredit college courses qualify for the program.
A grant pays for the initial work experience hours as an incentive for the employer to hire GYA youth. Many youth transition into permanent employment after the completion of the program. Please refer interested youth to Laura Isaacs-Galvan, who can be reached at (818) 937-8057 or via email at LIsaacs-Galvan@Glendaleca.gov.
*Please note, the GYA office is currently closed due to COVID-19 and staff is working remotely. Please leave a message or send an email, and we will respond as soon as possible.
Glendale Youth Alliance’s Summer Youth Employment Program Accepting Applications
Here is a great opportunity for youth looking for a job! Glendale Youth Alliance’s Summer Youth Employment Program is now accepting applications.
The program will provide (with health and safety protocols in place) job opportunities to young adults (ages 16-18), placing them in jobs in a variety of industries, and ensuring that they earn $15 an hour.
Program eligibility requirements include:
- Must be a City of Glendale or City of Burbank resident
- Must be between 16-18 years old
- Must have proof of work authorization
- Must meet low-income eligibility requirements and/or receive public assistance
- Must have work permit from school district for youth ages 16-17 years old
Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP)
Although Congregate Meal sites are still closed at this time, staff continue to enroll additional Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP) seniors and serve meals to the most vulnerable in our community.
The meal distribution plan for seniors currently enrolled in the Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP) is as follows:
- 7 days of frozen meals to seniors who have the means to warm up and store the food in refrigerator/freezer.
- Delivery by City staff or pick up option by the senior or friend/family/designee of senior on assigned days between 2:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
- A Brown Bag meal will be distributed to those who don’t have the means to warm up frozen meals and new clients* at two locations:
- Adult Recreation Center – 201 East Colorado, Glendale, CA 91205 – 7 days per week
- Brown Bag Lunch Pick-up time is from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on the East side of the building at Louise St. entrance.
- Sparr Heights Community Center – 1613 Glencoe Way, Glendale, CA 91208 – Monday – Friday ONLY
- Brown Bag Lunch Pick-up time is from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Paloma Ave. entrance
*New Clients must fill out the Universal Intake Form before receiving a meal:
- New Client’s must be 60 years of age and older.
- Availability is based on supply
For information and inquiries related to the Elderly Nutrition Program, please call (818) 548-3775.
COVID-19 Vaccination
To schedule an appointment, visit myturn.ca.gov or call (833) 422-4255.
For information about local vaccination sites in Glendale, check out our social media posts @MyGlendaleParks on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram or our website at www.glendaleca.gov/COVIDVaccine.
For Glendale seniors interested in free at home COVID-19 vaccinations please call (818) 550-5617 to get more information and sign up.
Jewel City Vaccination Clinic
The Jewel City Vax Clinic is officially open for appointments at Glendale Community College! Go to http://myturn.ca.gov and look for “Adventist Health Glendale Mega Pod”.
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