Here's to More Laughs and Good Times in 2024!
Your friends in Community Services & Parks
wish you and yours
a year full of health, adventures, and unforgettable memories!
It's our pleasure to serve you,
and we're excited to help make your year a fulfilling one!
 One Glendale After School Youth Sports Program
Volleyball Championship
Pacific Community Center
501 S. Pacific Ave., Glendale, CA 91204
January 12, 2024
Consolation Game: 6:30 p.m.
Championship Game: 7:30 p.m.
Join us for the One Glendale After School Youth Sports Program’s Volleyball Season Championship. Hundreds of spectators are expected to attend both the consolation and championship games 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, and the Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation. Additional support is provided by Glendale Community College, Cal State University Northridge, and the Glendale Police Department. 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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Volunteers Needed for the Homeless Count 2024!
Join us for the City of Glendale's Homeless Count 2024! On January 24, we'll be hitting the streets to provide donations and count unhoused neighbors in our community. First time volunteers are required to attend volunteer training on January 16. Must be 18 or older. Please bring a smartphone or tablet to participate. Sign up below to be a part of this important initiative!
Healthcare Job Fair
Verdugo Jobs Center
1255 S. Central Ave., Glendale, CA 91204
January 23, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Join us at the Healthcare Job Fair, where you can discover exciting career opportunities in the healthcare industry. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, this event is perfect for you. Come and meet with top healthcare employers who are actively hiring.
At the job fair, you'll have the chance to network with industry experts, learn about various healthcare positions, and even interview on the spot. Bring multiple copies of your resume and dress professionally to make a lasting impression. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to kickstart or advance your healthcare career.
Mark your calendars and get ready to take the next step towards a rewarding future in healthcare!
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Indonesian Pentjak Silat
Brand Park
1601 W. Mountain St., Glendale, CA 91201
January 21, 2024
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Guru Cass Magda will be sharing some of the forms and applications of the national martial art of Indonesia.
Training will be held outdoors. Please dress in loose, comfortable clothes. Bring a hat, sunglasses, water, and a snack.
Fee: $45 per person
Please register below.
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Spring Break Camps Discount and Scholarship Applications
We'll be offering Spring Break Day Camps at Pacific Community Center and Sparr Heights Community Center from March 18-22, 2024. Registration begins February 12, 2024.
Glendale residents may be eligible to receive a scholarship or discount for the day camp at Pacific Community Center, based on household income levels. Applications are due by January 12, 2024 at 5 p.m.
Please visit GlendaleCA.gov/DayCamps and click on Scholarship and Discount Opportunities for details.
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Summer is Closer Than You Think:
Day Camp Registration is Coming Soon!
Summer day camp registration will begin earlier this year than in year’s past. Residents may begin registering on Monday, March 4 at 9:00 a.m., and general camp registration begins on Wednesday, March 6 at 9:00 a.m.
Residents must provide proof of residency for 2024 beginning on January 1st in the form of a utility bill showing at least 2 months history, or a deed/rental agreement, and you must receive confirmation of residency prior to registering as a resident. Refunds will not be provided to residents paying the non-resident rate if you do not provide your proof in advance. Please email your proof of residency to CSPCustomerService@GlendaleCA.gov or bring it to any community center or the Customer Service Office.
Camp locations and dates will be posted at GlendaleCA.gov/DayCamps. Questions? Please call (818) 548-2752.
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Trails & Open Space Programs
For more information, call (818) 548-3795. RSVP using the links below or visit 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.
VOLUNTEER WORKDAYS
Riverwalk Workday
Glendale Narrows Riverwalk
300 Paula Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201
January 13, 2024
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Spend the morning working next to the Los Angeles River on the City of Glendale’s Riverwalk. We need volunteers to help us remove invasive plants from the landscaped areas along the L.A. River. Please wear sturdy shoes, protective clothing, and bring water. 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. Please RSVP below.
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Wilderness Workday
Deukmejian Wilderness Park
3429 Markridge Road, La Crescenta, CA 91214
January 20, 2024
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, protective clothing, and bring water. Families, individuals, clubs, and students needing community service hours are welcome. In case of rain, this event will be cancelled. Please RSVP below.
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INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS
Friday Night Lecture, “Historic Aerial Photos of the Crescenta Valley”
Stone Barn Nature Center
Deukmejian Wilderness Park
3429 Markridge Road, La Crescenta, CA 91214
January 26, 2024
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Experience old Crescenta Valley from the air with a series of aerial photos from the past. "Fly over" streets and buildings dating from the late 1800s up to the 1970s. Your guide through the past will be local historian and author Mike Lawler. Please RSVP below.
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GLENDALE OUTDOORS! (GO!) COMMUNITY PROGRAM
Deukmejian Wilderness Park
3429 Markridge Road, La Crescenta, CA 91214
January 13, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
FREE
Spend some quality family time enjoying the great outdoors once a month with our naturalists! We invite you to join us in exploring the Stone Barn Nature Center, go on an interpretive hike, and create a nature-themed craft. Use scientific equipment, explore your local habitat in a new way, and make wild discoveries alongside your family for lasting memories in this unique program!
A FREE bus leaves from Pacific Community Center, 501 S. Pacific Ave. at 8:30 a.m. and returns at 12:30 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to ride the bus, but you may choose to meet us at the park. Funding for the bus is provided by Metro, a partner in our community.
Important information:
- If riding the bus with us (free), please arrive at Pacific Community Center by 8:15 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 GlendaleCA.gov/Trails.
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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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Public Art Landmarks – Request for Qualifications
The Library, Arts & Culture Department - on behalf of the City's Arts and Culture Commission (ACC) - is accepting applications from artists who would like to participate in submitting for the Public Art Landmarks – Request for Qualifications (RFQ). Selected Artists or Artist Teams will be invited to create a RFP (Request for Proposal) and tasked with delivering site-specific concepts and designs. These invited Artists will be provided a stipend upon submitting responses. The stipend totals will depend on their individual location opportunities. Three opportunities are included as part of this RFQ: 1) Montrose Circular Benches, 2) Fremont Park Basketball Court Mural, and 3) 134 Freeway/Patterson Ave. Pedestrian Tunnel. Applicants should submit their resume, portfolio and qualifications (not design renderings for each opportunity). The City of Glendale is on the path to become an arts and culture destination in the Los Angeles metropolitan region. Reflecting on its diverse population, history and innovation in public spaces, the City seeks to further enrich the day-to-day experiences of the community with its emphasis on the importance of arts and culture. The deadline to submit an application is Friday, January 19, 2024, at 5pm (PST).
For more information, please visit: https://www.glendaleartsandculture.org/publicartrfq.
 Words Matter
A Seasonal Display
Adams Square Mini Park Gas Station
1020 E. Palmer Ave., Glendale, CA 91205
Through January 12, 2024
The Adams Hill Neighborhood Association, in coordination with the Community Services & Parks Department, is sponsoring a holiday exhibit at the landmark Richfield Gas Station in Adams Square Mini Park. The exhibit, called “Words Matter”, was installed by artist Cathy Hrenda and will be on display until January 12, 2024. A special thank you to all the people who came to the park to paint this display!
Artist Statement:
"At this time of year, many people reflect on their religious and cultural traditions. Kindness is an ancient value appearing in teachings from Confucius, to Christ, to karma. The phrases shown here are modern takes on those age old lessons.
Kindness and sharing are some of the most important building blocks of community. In our current era of dissension it is more important than ever to reach out and find our shared humanity. Expressing kindness is almost always possible and seldom regretted."
Looking for a Hidden Jewel? Visit Pacific Community Pool!
CHECK OUT THE WINTER INFORMATION ONLINE!
Pacific Community Pool is open year-round, but we are making some improvements to the pool this winter and anticipate a 6-8 week closure to take place in early 2024! We will provide the specific closure dates online at GlendaleAquatics.com when they are set. Please check back regularly.
Group and private swim lesson registration is open. Registration for January swim lessons began on Tuesday, December 19 online at 9 a.m. for verified residents and 10 a.m. for everyone. 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 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 will continue into the winter. Group and private rentals are also available.
Please visit GlendaleAquatics.com for current schedules, hours of operation, swim lesson and team registration information, and general program information. You may also call (818) 937-7433 with questions.
Teen Night Out
Pacific Community Center
501 S. Pacific Ave., Glendale, CA 91204
January 12, 19, and 26, 2024
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. 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.
Teen Night Out Presents: "Cyber Safety and Security for Teens"
Pacific Community Center
501 S. Pacific Ave., Glendale, CA 91204
January 26, 2024
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Teen Night Out participants will hear from the Glendale Police Department about cyber safety and security as it relates to teens.
Please email John Maghaguian at JMaghaguian@GlendaleCA.gov or call (818) 937-7247 should you have any questions.
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Therapeutic Recreation Programming
Maple Park & Community Center
820 E. Maple St., Glendale, CA 91205
Get Fit and Club Maple, 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.
Get Fit
In person Mondays
January 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2024
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 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.
Club Maple
In person Thursdays
January 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2024
5:30 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.
Maple Inclusive Play Day
Third Saturday of each month
January 20, 2024 and February 17, 2024
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. Please click on the dates above to view the respective flyer.
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Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP)
The Elderly Nutrition Program is back to IN-PERSON congregate meals dining, and Grab and Go lunch pick up is no longer available.
Space is limited, and reservations are required. Please contact us at (818)-548-3778 to make your reservation.
As a requirement of the Elderly Nutrition Program, you must fill out a Universal Intake Form and sign a Standards of Conduct form to participate.
Presentations for Seniors
Mental Health and Stigma: Changing the Story
201 E. Colorado St., Glendale, CA 91205
January 19, 2024
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
We are partnering with Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health to provide Mental Health and Stigma: Changing the Story presentation.
For more information, please call (818) 548-3775 or RSVP at CSPCares@GlendaleCA.gov.
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Emotional Wellbeing and Stress
201 E. Colorado St., Glendale, CA 91205
January 26, 2024
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
We are partnering with Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health to provide a presentation on different ways to manage stress and attain emotional wellbeing.
For more information, please call (818) 548-3775 or RSVP at CSPCares@GlendaleCA.gov.
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Fitness Classes for Seniors
Exercise and fitness classes for seniors are offered virtually and in person at three locations: Adult Recreation Center, Pacific Community Center, and Sparr Heights Community Center. Classes include aerobics, slow stretch, Zumba, line dancing, and muscle toning.
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Senior Mixer
Adult Recreation Center
201 E. Colorado St., Glendale, CA 91205
Every other Friday
3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
If you like to salsa, cha-cha, rumba, waltz or boogie, this is the place to be. This senior mixer takes place every other Friday and is a great opportunity to socialize with fellow seniors in the greater Glendale community, make new acquaintances, and have a good time. 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.
Please call (818) 548-3775 for additional information, or visit GlendaleCA.gov/Senior-Recreation.
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Dunsmore Park Improvements Project
As part of Community Services & Parks’ ongoing efforts to improve the condition of the City’s parks, plans and specification have been prepared for the Dunsmore Park Improvements Project which will focus on the reconstruction of the parking lot area only. Parking lot pavement resurfacing and reconstruction involves the rehabilitation of existing pavement that has deteriorated beyond routine maintenance. It consists of the removal of the existing Asphalt Concrete (AC) pavement, followed by placement a new AC pavement. This method will improve the ride quality within the parking lot and the structural integrity of the pavement.
Accordingly, the Dunsmore Parking lot will be closed when the pavement is being resurfaced. The project has been phased to minimize impacts to the public. See phasing schedule below and phasing map attached.
Dunsmore Park’s Parking Lot Closures:
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Phase 1: upper parking lot - completed
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Phase 2: lower parking lot closed
December 21, 2023 thru January 9, 2024
Visit the project website for updates.
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Fremont Park Is Closed for Renovation
Another City Council Approved Park Improvement!
Construction of the Fremont Park Renovations Project has begun! Fremont Park is closed through early 2025. The project is a complete redevelopment of the entire park site and includes: a new community building (tennis club house, meeting rooms, rentable space, kitchenette), an artificial turf soccer field, a splash pad, picnic pavilions, picnic tables, benches, water fountains, BBQs, pickleball courts (dual use with basketball), walking path around the perimeter of the park, tennis shade structure, tennis court benches, and exercise equipment; and renovating or replacing a children’s playground, restroom structure, picnic tables, and turf, plus 26 additional parking spaces. See Master Plan below for details. A temporary mini park with benches and tables will be set up at the parking area across from Fremont Park on Patterson Ave.
For additional information, please call (818) 548-3970 or go to the City’s project website for more information, such as alternate park amenities at other locations.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience!
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Pacific Park Closures During Construction
Another City Council Approved Park Improvement!
Pacific Park’s playground, splash pads, and restroom building is closed for improvements and renovation through early Spring 2024.
The construction will close off the playground, outdoor restrooms/building, and some walking paths. We have portable restrooms and handwashing sinks available. The community center’s lobby restrooms is only available during standard hours of operation:
- Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
We kindly ask park visitors to walk around any closed areas due to construction when visiting areas of the park that remain open.
Visit the City's project website for more information.
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