Winter 2022-2023 Leisure Guide
Now Available Online!
The Leisure Guide is our quarterly e-publication where you can find information about programs, classes, services, and events that we are offering that season. You'll find classes and activities that suit each person in your family, from tots to seniors.
Want to see a list of all of our parks or learn about our rental facilities? Looking for our department's phone directory? That's inside too!
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 Still Open
Winter Break 2022-2023 Day Camps
December 27 - 30, 2022 (Tuesday - Friday)
January 3 - 6, 2023 (Tuesday - Friday)
Registration Now Open
Housing Rights Workshop for Landlords
November 2, 2022
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Glendale landlords! Are you interested in learning more about landlord laws? If so, please join us to learn more about COVID-19 rent and eviction laws, fair housing laws, and much more. Please note that Armenian and Spanish interpretation will be available.
Registration is encouraged online or by phone:
www.housingrightscenter.org/workshops
(213) 387-8400 ext. 1018
outreach@housingrightscenter.org
Flyer in English, Armenian, and Spanish
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Homeless Action Plan Workshops
The City of Glendale invites you to attend our upcoming strategic planning sessions to help inform our Homelessness Action Plan!
Our goal is to engage and empower the larger Glendale community to help inform comprehensive solutions that prevent and reduce homelessness by addressing housing challenges and providing targeted services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
The Glendale Homelessness Action Plan will:
- Articulate clear vision, mission, and values citywide and across city departments;
- Establish measurable goals, strategies and an actionable timeline;
- Identify strengths, challenges, opportunities and threats to our collective work; and
- Address equity issues by ensuring that programs and services are developed and provided through an equity lens
Below is the remaining meeting schedule and an overview of topics to be discussed at each meeting. Please note that to accommodate as many stakeholders as possible, the meetings are provided in-person and virtually (online) and you're invited and encouraged to attend all meetings:
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January 10, 2023 In-Person Meeting (6pm - 8pm): Final recommendations to be presented to and approved by the Glendale Continuum of Care Board and City Council.
If you'd like to RSVP for the following virtual (online) meetings, visit this link:
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November 14, 2022 Virtual (Online) Meeting (9am - 11am): Priorities, goals, and objectives.
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December 6, 2022 Virtual (Online) Meeting (6pm - 8pm): Strategies to achieve goals and objectives.
The City of Glendale and its Continuum of Care look forward to your participation and feedback at the upcoming Homelessness Action Plan strategic planning sessions!
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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.
Notice of Availability 2023–2024
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds
The City of Glendale will begin accepting applications for eligible projects to receive funding for FY 2023-2024 for CDBG Public Social Services and Capital Improvement Projects beginning November 18, 2022. Application packets will be posted on the City’s website at www.glendaleca.gov/CDBG on November 16, 2022 and are due on/by Thursday, December 29, 2022 at 5:00 pm. The City of Glendale anticipates allocating an estimated $1,000,000 to eligible projects.
Questions regarding this RFP should be directed to Maggie Kavarian, Community Services Manager at (818) 548-3715 or via email at mkavarian@glendaleca.gov
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 'Tis the Season!
Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
City Hall Perkins Plaza
613 E. Broadway, Glendale, CA 91206
December 1, 2022
6:00 p.m.
Join us for the annual lighting of the City Hall tree. It will feature the lighting of the tree, special performances, and a visit from Santa!
In case of rain, the event may be cancelled. For more information, please call (818)548-2000, or email csp@glendaleca.gov.
Cram-A-Classic Toy Drive
Montrose Shopping Park (Corner of Honolulu and Ocean View)
2284 Honolulu Ave., Montrose, CA 91020
November 25, 2022
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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During Holiday Tree Lighting Event
Parking Lot Behind City Hall Perkins Plaza
122 N. Isabel St., Glendale, CA 91206
December 1, 2022
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Glendale Fire Department and ABC 7, in conjunction with Community Services & Parks, invite you to bring a new, unwrapped toy to one of the Toy Drive events. Help us cram our classic fire truck with toys! Glendale Firefighters will collect and distribute toys to the underserved children in our community. The children depend on the generosity of our community.
In case of rain, the event may be cancelled. For more information, please call (818) 548-2000, or email csp@glendaleca.gov.
Fiesta de las Luminarias
Casa Adobe de San Rafael
1330 Dorothy Dr., Glendale, CA 91202
December 10, 2022
3:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.
Glendale Beautiful invites you to see the historic Casa Adobe de San Rafael on December 10 surrounded in candlelight for the Fiesta de Las Luminarias.
Throughout the year, volunteer members of Glendale Beautiful, a local non-profit dedicated to keeping our city beautiful and preserving our early California history, host an open house at the historic Casa Abode de San Rafael from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the 1st Sunday of each month only. Information describing the Casa in Armenian, English, and Spanish is available, and docents can answer questions and share other historical background during the open house.
The historic casa was built for Tomas and Maria Sanchez from adobe bricks made on site. The home was completed in 1871 and is furnished in late 19th-century style. Casa Adobe is California Landmark #235, and is Glendale Register of Historic Resources #3. There is a suggested donation of $2.00 per person to help Glendale Beautiful care for the Casa.
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Looking for a hidden jewel? Visit Pacific Community Pool!
CHECK OUT THE PROGRAM INFORMATION ONLINE!
Pacific Community Pool is open year round. Visit www.glendaleaquatics.com for current hours of operation, swim lesson times, winter team information and general program and registration information.
Group and private swim lesson registration is open. Registration for November swim lessons is now available. Registration for December swim lessons begins Tuesday, November 22 at 9 a.m. online. Lesson spaces fill up extremely 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 winter. 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 any questions.
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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
Nature Investigators - FULL
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! Please note: The maximum capacity allowed for this event has been reached. We are no longer accepting RSVP's for this event.
VOLUNTEER WORKDAYS
Riverwalk Workday
Glendale Narrows Riverwalk
300 Paula Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201
November 12, 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
November 19, 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
November 12, 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
November 4 and 18, 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: “Driving Safely in Glendale”
Pacific Community Center
501 S. Pacific Ave. Glendale, CA 91204
November 4, 2022
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
"Driving Safely in Glendale" will be presented by the Armenian Bar Association and District Attorney Rouman Ebrahim. Rouman will discuss ways teens can drive safely and explain what reckless driving is and how to prevent it.
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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Maple Inclusive Play Day
Third Saturday of each month
November 19, 2022
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)
The Elderly Nutrition Program is operating under a hybrid model, continuing 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.
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Virtual Presentation for Seniors
"How to Cope with Isolation and Loneliness"
November 29, 2022
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
We are collaborating with Pacific Clinics to host a virtual presentation for seniors on coping with isolation and loneliness.
Please email cspcares@glendaleca.gov with your first and last name to receive a link to participate in the presentation. For more information, please call (818) 548-3775.
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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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