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Please visit www.glendaleca.gov/covid for the most up-to-date COVID-19 news.
Annual Fall Festival
Pacific Community Center
501 S. Pacific Ave. Glendale, CA 91204
October 22, 2022
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
We invite you to our Annual Fall Festival, featuring food, games, arts & crafts, face painting, music, a bounce house, pumpkin patch, carnival games, opportunity drawings, and the Glendale Rocks! climbing wall.
The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call (818) 548-4098.
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 Public Input on Community Needs
We want to hear from YOU, the residents! What are the needs in your neighborhood? What social services programs, housing programs, and capital improvements would you like to see in our community. Help the City identify a plan to spend FY 2023-2024 CDBG, ESG, and HOME program funds.
Join us at a virtual meeting on October 5, 2022 at 7:00 p.m., or send us your thoughts by phone or email
Please also take a moment to complete the 2022 Community Needs Survey.
Notice of Playground Construction
To reduce the risk of injury, the entire playground area at the parks below will not be accessible for the duration of each project. The remainder of the park will be open to the public.
Thank you for your patience during the construction phase of these projects. For more information, please contact (818) 548-2054.
Pelanconi Park
1000 Grandview Ave, Glendale, CA 91201
Construction for the new Pelanconi Park Playground started on September 26, 2022, and schedule permitting, will be completed by November 15, 2022.
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Glenoaks Park
2531 E Glenoaks Blvd, Glendale, CA 91206
Construction for the new Glenoaks Park Playground will start on October 24, 2022, and schedule permitting, will be completed by December 15, 2022.
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Join us at the Glendale Tech Employment Fair!
Glendale Central Library Auditorium
222 E. Harvard St., Glendale, CA 91205
October 19, 2022
3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Glendale Tech Employment Fair is back in person! The Verdugo Jobs Center in collaboration with Glendale Community College and Glendale Unified School District will be hosting the annual Glendale Tech Employment Fair at the Glendale Central Library. You’ll have a chance to meet with a number of Tech companies hiring for various positions. Come out and join us!
Click on the flyer above to sign up.
Thanksgiving Break and Winter Break Camps
We are proud to offer our annual Thanksgiving Break and Winter Break Day Camps to campers ages 6 - 14. The camps will provide an 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! Basketball specialty camps will also be available during Winter Break. Please visit www.glendaleca.gov/daycamps for more information.
Thanksgiving Break 2022 Day Camp
November 21 - 23, 2022 (Monday - Wednesday)
Registration Now Open
Winter Break 2022-2023 Day Camps
December 27 - 30, 2022 (Tuesday - Friday)
January 3 - 6, 2023 (Tuesday - Friday)
Registration begins: Monday, October 24, 2022 at 9:00 a.m.
One Glendale, After School Youth Sports Program:
Flag Football Championship Day
Pacific Community Center
501 S. Pacific Ave., Glendale, CA 91204
Friday, October 21, 2022
Consolation Game Begins: 6:30 p.m.
Championship Game Begins: 7:30 p.m.
We invite you to the One Glendale, After School Youth Sports Program’s Flag Football Season Championship Day, on Friday, October 21, 2022, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Pacific Community Center, located at 501 S. Pacific Ave. Glendale, CA 91204. Hundreds of spectators are expected to attend both the consolation game and championship game and cheer for the program’s participants.
The One Glendale After School Youth Sports Program is a collaboration between the City of Glendale’s Community Services & Parks Department and the Glendale Unified School District, with sponsorships from USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, Positive Coaching Alliance, Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Center, and the Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation. Additional support is provided by the Crescenta Valley High School Choir, Glendale Community College, and the Glendale Police Department’s Explorer program. One Glendale is designed to provide afterschool sports programming to youth in eight South Glendale schools in the fourth and fifth grades and is comprised of four sports over the course of four seasons: flag football, volleyball, basketball, and soccer. Each season lasts 8 weeks with a championship game at the conclusion of each season.
For more information, please call or email John Maghaguian at (818) 937-7247 or jmagahaguian@glendaleca.gov.
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Parent's Night / Day Out
If you’re a parent looking for a night out in the city, we have you covered. Register and drop off the kiddos for a night (or day) of fun activities, sports, friends, food and a movie! The fee is $15.00 per child, ages 5 to 14 years old. Participants in Parent's Night Out are encouraged to bring pajamas, a blanket and a pillow. Space is limited! Click on the dates to see the flyers.
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Pacific Community Center – 501 S. Pacific Avenue, Glendale, CA 91204
Parent's Night Out - 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Parent's Day Out - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sparr Heights Community Center - 1613 Glencoe Way, Glendale, CA 91208
Parent's Night Out (Ages 5 - 12) - 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Splash Pads Open WEEKENDS ONLY Through October 16!
Pacific Park and Cerritos Park
Now – October 16, 2022
11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturdays & Sundays only
Be Cool at Pacific Community Pool!
CHECK OUT THE FALL INFORMATION ONLINE!
Pacific Community Pool is open year round. Visit www.glendaleaquatics.com for current hours of operation, swim lesson times, fall team information and general program and registration information.
Fall group and private swim lesson registration is open. Registration for October swim lessons is now available. Registration for November swim lessons begins Tuesday, October 18 at 9 a.m. online. Lesson spaces fill up quickly, so be sure you have your residency verified and that you have a current online account before registering. You can log in at www.myglendaleparks.com to verify your account, and when registering, make sure to refresh your page if there are any delays. We are excited that the Glendale Gators swim team is continuing in the fall. Group and private rentals are also available.
Visit www.glendaleaquatics.com for all the detailed program information. You may also call (818) 937-7433 with questions.
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Korean Culture Day
Brand Park, "Whispering Pine" Teahouse
1601 W. Mountain St., Glendale, CA 91202
October 16, 2022
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Friends of Shoseian will host Korean Culture Day on Sunday, October 16 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Shoseian “Whispering Pine” Teahouse located in Brand Park - 1601 W. Mountain St.
There will be two traditional Korean tea ceremonies with seatings at 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM. The donation is $20.00 per person. All proceeds will benefit Friends of Shoseian, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. There is limited seating so RSVP using this link (https://www.glendaleteahouse.org/events/korean-tea-ceremony) by Oct 14.
The event will feature K-Pop DJ Music by Yui Sensational, Hapkido Martial Arts Demonstration by Grandmaster Lee & The Martial Way Studio, and Korean Music / Dance Performance by Hiza Yoo & Performers.
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Trails & Open Space Programs
For more information, call (818) 548-3795. RSVP using the links below or visit www.glendaleca.gov/trails.
All Trails & Open Space programs are sponsored by the Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation. Subscribe to the Trails & Open Space Newsletter by clicking here.
INTERPRETIVE PROGRAM
Friday Night Lecture: Adobes of Southern California
Casa Adobe de San Rafael
1330 Dorothy Dr., Glendale, CA 91202
October 7, 2022
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Join us to view pictures and be entertained with historical facts and trivia of the adobes from Ventura to San Juan Capistrano. Our speaker, Wayne Stinson, world traveler and history lover, visited Campo de Cahuenga one day and was inspired to discover adobes all over Southern California. Seating is limited.
Sunset Interpretive Hike
Deukmejian Wilderness Park
3429 Markridge Road, Glendale, CA 91214
Saturday, October 22, 2022
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Have you ever been to Deukmejian Wilderness Park as the sun starts to set? Join us for a slow- paced, moderately difficult hike on the Vineyard Trail and the Mummy Rock Trail as we learn all about the wilderness park when the sun goes down. Bring your flashlights (we have red covers). Sunset is projected for 6 pm, so we will have one hour before and one hour after sunset to experience the changes. Space is limited
Nature Investigators
Deukmejian Wilderness Park
3429 Markridge Road, Glendale, CA 91214
Saturday, November 5, 2022
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
For ages 6 to 12 (and family members)
A time of nature education, outdoor games, crafts, and a hike. Activities will include a short hike with a scavenger hunt, games in the meadow, and a snack!
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VOLUNTEER WORKDAYS
Riverwalk Workday
Glendale Narrows Riverwalk
300 Paula Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201
October 8, 2022
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Join us down by the Los Angeles River on the City of Glendale’s Riverwalk, as we work to remove invasive plants from the landscaped areas along the L.A. River. Please wear sturdy shoes, protective clothing, and bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat. We'll provide the tools and gloves. Families, individuals, clubs, and students needing community service hours are welcome. In case of rain, this event will be cancelled.
Wilderness Workday
Deukmejian Wilderness Park
3429 Markridge Road, Glendale, CA 91214
October 15, 2022
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Help us water our bigcone spruce and coast live oaks, assist with trail repairs, and remove invasive plants from the park. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat. Families, individuals, clubs, and students needing community service hours are welcome. In case of rain, this event will be cancelled.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Are you interested in being a Trail Safety Patrol volunteer for the City of Glendale?
As a Trail Safety Patrol (TSP) volunteer, you have a unique opportunity to assist the City of Glendale by providing public assistance and resource protection. Your influence on park visitors will enhance their experience and safety while in our parks.
TSP volunteers must be 18 years of age, undergo a background check and City-mandated trail safety training, be in good health, and devote a minimum of four hours per month. If interested, please send an email to trails@glendaleca.gov.
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GLENDALE OUTDOORS! (GO!) COMMUNITY PROGRAM
Deukmejian Wilderness Park
3429 Markridge Road, Glendale, CA 91214
October 8, 2022
8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
FREE
Spend some quality family time enjoying the great outdoors once a month with our naturalists! We invite the public to join us for a tour of the Stone Barn Nature Center, an interpretive hike, a classic game with a twist, and an up-close look at a surprising animal diet, all in honor of a gross-ly underappreciated species!
A FREE bus leaves from Pacific Community Center, 501 S. Pacific Ave. at 8:30 am and returns at 12:30 pm. Everyone is encouraged to ride the bus, but you may choose to meet us at the park.
Flyer
Important information:
- If riding the bus with us (free), please arrive at Pacific Community Center by 8:00 a.m. to check in with staff. The bus will leave at 8:30 a.m. and return from Deukmejian at 12:30 p.m.
- If meeting us at the park, please meet us at Deukmejian Wilderness Park by 8:45 a.m.
- Appropriate for children ages 5 to 12.
- Adult supervision is required! One adult for every three children 17 and under is required.
- Please wear sturdy shoes, long pants, and a hat or cap.
- For more information please call (818) 937-7428.
Each person planning to attend must submit an RSVP form, including children and adults. To RSVP, click on the link below, or visit www.glendaleca.gov/trails.
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Wildlife Encounters
For more tips on what to do when encountering a wild animal, please visit www.glendaleca.gov/wildlife-encounters.
Teen Night Out
Pacific Community Center
501 S. Pacific Ave., Glendale, CA 91204
October 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2022
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Teen Night Out (TNO) occurs every Friday night from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Pacific Community Center. Teen Night Out provides a safe place for teens to hang out and enjoy activities like video games, ping pong, use of a computer lab, and karaoke. On some dates, a workshop is conducted starting at 6:00 p.m. as part of Teen Night Out. Light refreshments will be served. Please email or call John Maghaguian at jmaghaguian@glendaleca.gov or (818) 937-7247 with any questions.
Teen volunteers will also be able to receive volunteer hours for attending the Teen Night Out workshops. Teens interested in attending our TNO workshops should email John Maghaguian at jmaghaguian@glendaleca.gov or call (818) 937-7247. Follow us on Instagram @MyGlendaleTeens or #MyGlendaleTeens.
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Teen Night Out Workshop: “Dental Hygiene Tips for Teens!”
Pacific Community Center
501 S. Pacific Ave. Glendale, CA 91204
October 7, 2022
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Dale Gorman, Executive Director with Kids Community Dental Clinic, will discuss how teens can keep their teeth healthy and clean. Dale will also explain what it takes to work in the field of dentistry.
Please email or call John Maghaguian at jmaghaguian@glendaleca.gov or (818) 937-7247 with any questions.
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Therapeutic Recreation Programming
Maple Park & Community Center
820 E. Maple St., Glendale, CA 91205
Club Maple and Get Fit, two components of our Therapeutic Recreation Program, aim to provide adults with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to enjoy social and interactive activities. Please contact Ken Khan at (818) 548-3783 or at kkhan@glendaleca.gov for more information.
Club Maple
In person Every Thursday
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Club Maple is a free program open to adults with intellectual disabilities which provides an opportunity for individuals to experience positive, healthy, recreational, cultural, educational, and social experiences. Activities are age and skill appropriate. All participants are required to have a completed Release of Liability & Indemnity Agreement form on file.
Get Fit
In person every Monday
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Get Fit is a free program designed to improve the health status of adults with intellectual disabilities by focusing on nutrition, healthy meal planning, monthly weigh-ins and measurements, stretching and conditioning. Activities are age and skill appropriate. All participants are required to have a completed Release of Liability & Indemnity Agreement form on file.
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My Play Club - Tricks and Treats
October 29, 2022
10:30 a.m.
Celebrate Halloween at My PlayClub, co-presented by Inclusion Matters by Shane's Inspiration and the City of Glendale Community Services & Parks. Join us for some spooky fun at Maple Park Inclusive Playground. We'll have free interactive activities, including pumpkin decorating, slime making, temporary tattoos, refreshments, a Sensory Spook Tent, and more!
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Maple Inclusive Play Day
Third Saturday of each month
November 19, 2022 (October 15 MIP Day replaced by My Play Club on October 29)
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Maple Inclusive Play Day (MIP Day) creates an opportunity for families with children of all abilities to come to the park, network with each other and allow their children to socialize, all centered around the Shane’s Inspiration all-inclusive playground.
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Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP)
In-Person Congregate Dining for Seniors is Back!
The Elderly Nutrition Program has reopened its doors for in-person congregate dining after a 2-year closure due to the pandemic.
Operating under a hybrid model, the program continues to offer Grab and Go Meals as well as in-person dining at one of our three meal sites.
To make reservations, or for more information, please call (818) 548-3778.
Fitness Classes for Seniors: In-Person and Online
Exercise and fitness classes for seniors are offered in a hybrid format, online AND in-person. You are welcome to join us in either format. Classes include aerobics, slow stretch, line dancing, Zumba, and muscle toning.
If you wish to participate online via Zoom, please email cspcares@glendaleca.gov. We will send you a meeting invitation, meeting ID, and password.
In-person classes must follow all current LA County Health Department protocols. In-person classes will be offered at Pacific Community Center on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. In-Person classes will be offered at Sparr Heights Community Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See flyers for more information.
Please note that senior exercise classes are cancelled for October 13 and 14, 2022.
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Senior Mixer
Adult Recreation Center
201 E. Colorado St., Glendale, CA 91204
Every Thursday
3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
The senior mixer is a great opportunity to socialize with fellow seniors in the greater Glendale community, make new acquaintances, and have a good time.
If you like to salsa, cha-cha, rumba, waltz or boogie, this is the place to be. This activity takes place every other Friday. A suggested donation of $3.00 is collected at the entrance to the mixer. This is a gratuity that is given to the DJ at the end of each event.
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