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May 2016 Newsletter Spring Leisure Guide
Verdugo Mountains 10k Trail Run and Hike Brand Park MAP May 1, 2016 8:00 a.m.
Registration is still open for the Verdugo Mountains 10K presented by Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center to benefit the Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation. The 6th Annual Verdugo Mountains 10K will take place on Sunday, May 1, 2016. The 6.2 miles and 1,735 foot elevation gain will make for one Sunday morning you will never forget! The race begins promptly at 8:00 a.m. in beautiful Brand Park, 1601 W. Mountain St. Glendale, CA 91201! Online registration will be open until TODAY, April 28th at 11:59 p.m. Same day registration will be available at the park. The Leisure Guide is the Community Services and Parks After the race, participants are invited to enjoy a free pancake Department's quarterly e- breakfast. There will also be a Race Expo, offering an opportunity publication where you can find for local health and fitness related businesses and nonprofits to information about programs, exhibit their wares. classes, services, and events that we are offering that season. For more information visit www.RunTheVerdugos.com and follow Want to see a list of all of our @Verdugo10K on Twitter for updates. parks or learn about our rental facilities? Looking for our The Verdugo Mountains 10K is part of the Foothills Trail Challenge. department's phone directory. Participants of the Verdugo Mountains 10K are encouraged to That's inside too! register for the Fountain to the Falls Run /Walk on Saturday, May 7, 2016 and the Mt. Wilson Trail Race on Saturday, May 28, 2016. Click on the image above to view Participants who complete all three will receive a bonus Foothills the Leisure Guide. Trail Challenge tee shirt. City of Glendale Mobile Website
Summer 2016 Glendale Recreation Wrap-Up Now Available!
Information about Summer 2016 programs: Summer Day Camps,
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Aquatics, Classes, and Year-Round programs are now available online. Please click on the image above to view the Glendale Recreation Wrap-Up for a list of classes and information about other exciting programs.
Registration for Classes and Day Camps begins May 2, 2016.
Registration for all Summer Aquatics Programs will take place on Saturday, May 14, 2016. It's now easier to access City information and services from your handheld devices. The City of Glendale’s website has been officially optimized for the mobile viewing experience. The design layout features colorful icons representing various city- related pages, including Parks, City Council, Emergency Notifications, News, Calendar, and more.
Glendale Model Railroad Society You can now stay connected with Glendale wherever you are. Spring 2016 Open House To access the website, Glendale Model Railroad Society Clubhouse at Fremont Park MAP input GlendaleCA.gov into your April 30, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. mobile web browser. May 1, 2016 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. May 2, 2016 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Teaching The Glendale Model Railroad Society invites you and your family to their Spring 2016 Open House! Admission is free. Opportunities
The Society is a group of Model Railroaders who have constructed Contractual Instructors are and operate the "Verdugo Valley Lines", an HO Scale Model Railroad, needed to teach professional loosely based on the Southern Pacific and Railroading in and around quality classes for all ages and the Southern California area. interests at a wide variety of locations throughout the City of They have been meeting since 1946 and have been working on the Glendale. current version of the railroad since 1963. They recently upgraded to Digital Command Control (DCC) and have allowed for walk around For more information, please control. contact Ken Khan at Maple Park Community Center, (818) 548- Visitors are also welcome at their monthly open house the first 3783; Meline Amazaspyan at Monday of every month from 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. free of charge. Pacific Community Center, Become a club member, and participate in other member only (818) 548-4098; or Aylin Isayan activities most Monday evenings. for City-Wide classes, (818) 937-7216. For more information, call (818) 500-7229 or visit www.gmrrc.org. Picnic Facilities, Community Buildings and Wedding Sites
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5th Annual Glendale Dodger Night Click on the image above to view the brochure. Doger Stadium MAP May 12, 2016 7:00 p.m.
The 5th Annual Glendale Dodger Night will take place on Thursday, May 12, 2016 at Dodger Stadium! Join your friends and neighbors from Glendale to cheer on the Los Angeles Dodgers while they take on the New York Mets for a fun filled night at the ballpark.
Tickets are on sale now through the Glendale Dodger Night website at www.glendaledodgernight.com. All proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation to continue their mission to support park projects, recreation programs, and trails and open space activities. Got Meals? We look forward to seeing you at the ballgame. Go Dodgers! The Community Services & Parks' Senior Nutritional Home Delivered Meals Program is designed to provide a healthy meal alternative to homebound seniors.
Requirements: Client must be 60 years of age or older, homebound, and reside in Glendale, La Crescenta, or Montrose. Delivery includes: 7 frozen meals (prepackaged) per week, 7 half-pints of milk (non- fat or 1%), 7 pieces of bread, and fresh Fruit (assorted or canned). The Glendale Youth Alliance The program is funded in part by Charity Golf Tournament a grant from the Los Angeles May 16, 2016 County Area Agency on Aging. To La Canada Flintridge Country Club MAP schedule an appointment, call (818) 548-3775. The Glendale Youth Alliance invites you to swing into action by participating in the first GYA Charity Golf Tournament! To view the Senior Services Program brochure, including The event will take place on May 16, 2016 at the La Canada information on Senior Case Flintridge Country Club. Management, Home Delivered Meals, and Congregate Meals Every dollar raised through this event will be invested in the future Programs, CLICK HERE. workforce of our community!
Please click on the links below to register! Volunteer & Golf Registration & Sponsorship Form Silent Auction Donation Form Membership Opportunities For more information, please contact Tina Osborn at (818) 548-2714 or via email [email protected]. Help support the City of Glendale’s Community Services and Parks Department by volunteering and supporting the following organizations and programs: http://www.icontact-archive.com/RyJnuXv1oVxj_1ouqY2hZxrn5AqdWOVK?w=3[2/8/2021 2:49:56 PM] Facebook
- Historic Homes, Museum & Garden Docents
- Friends of Rockhaven
Parent's Night Out - Glendale Parks & Open Space Pacific Community Center MAP Foundation May 6, 2016 6:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. - Trails and Open Spac Program
Pacific Community Center is hosting Parent's Night Out on Friday, - Other Community Services and May 6, 2016 from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Drop off your child or Parks Programs children at the facility for an evening of fun, friends, pizza and a movie, while you spend an evening out. For a description of each organization and program, CLICK The fee is $15.00 per child, age 5 to 12 years old. Participants are HERE. encouraged to bring their pajamas and a blanket.
For registration or more information, please call (818) 548-4098. Mobile Recreation Packages
The following packages are available for rent through the Community Services and Parks Department. Fees vary based on the number of staff required for the event, and the length of the event.
Glendale Rocks! Climbing Wall
Restoration Expo Brand Park, Doctors House Museum MAP May 15, 2016 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join The Glendale Historical Society for a restoration expo on May 15, 2016 from 10 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. There will be vendor booths and presentations by preservation experts on how to maintain your precious Glendale property. This event is free and will include Doctors House tours at specified times during the event.
For more information, please call, (818) 242-7447. Glendale Rocks! Portable climbing wall is 26 vertical feet of pure fun and excitement! The wall can be used for fundraisers, company events, grand openings, physical education classes or special events. The wall can handle 4 climbers at a time and up to 45 climbers per hour. The standard rental package includes two employees, the wall and safety equipment for a two hour period.
For fee and other program information call (818) 548-3220 or to request information via email, CLICK HERE.
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Party on the Go! Teen Night Out Schedule Change Pacific Community Center MAP EVERY Friday 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. January 15 and 29 Youth & Family Services is offering Teen Night Out every Friday at Pacific Community Center, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Teens ages 14 and older can come hang out at the facility, and participate in some activities while being supervised by staff. Snacks and refreshments will be served.
For questions or more information, please contact Jackie Baliton at (818) 937-7243.
Each party package is designed for children ages 5-12 and includes arts and crafts, sports and games.
The basic “Party on the Go!” package includes two staff for two hours and 6 games/ activities for up to 12 children.
Additional fees apply for larger packages.
For fee and other program information call (818) 548-3220 or to request information via email, CLICK HERE.
Flicks on the Go! Mobile Movie Package
Exhibit at the Doctors House Museum: “Fanny Briggs Carr, Glendale's Pioneer of Industry 1860-1937" Brand Park, Doctors House Museum MAP April – June, 2016 (Sundays only) 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Watching a movie under the moonlight brings back the days The Community Services and Parks Department and The Glendale of the drive-in era and will Historical Society invite you to see a new exhibit at the Doctors surely have nostalgic appeal to House Museum, dedicated to Fanny Briggs Carr, the “Cucumber families throughout our Cream Queen”, who started what is today a multi-billion dollar community. The Community facial cosmetics industry. She also dedicated the property to the Services and Parks Department City of Glendale for what is today known as Carr Park. See the can bring that feeling to your exhibit now through June, on Sundays from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. special event! Suggested donation: $5. The Flicks on the Go! movie For more information, please call, (818) 242-7447. package includes:
CLICK HERE to view the flyer. 18 x 24 foot inflatable screen and high power video projection
Quality 5.1 surround movie sound system
3 employees for delivery, installation, operation and breakdown
Popcorn machine and craft tables are available for an additional fee.
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The Art of Tea and Poetry email, CLICK HERE.
Brand Park, Shoseian Teahouse MAP May 15, 2016 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Recap of Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon of poetry and a delicious bowl of Upcoming Events tea at the beautiful Shoseian Teahouse in Brand Park. We hope you
will join us! There is a $10.00 suggested donation for this event. April 30 - May 2, 2016
Glendale Model Railroad Society RSVP: [email protected] or Susan at (310) 987-3082. Spring 2016 Open House Click here for more info. CLICK HERE to view the flyer. April - June, 2016 (Sundays) Exhibit at the Doctors House Museum - Fanny Briggs Carr Click here for more info.
May 1, 2016 Verdugo Mountains 10k Trail Run and Hike Click here for more info.
May 2, 2016 Registration fo classes and day camps begins Click here for more info.
May 6, 2016 Parent's Night Out @ Pacific Community Center Click here for more info.
90+ Celebration May 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2016 Adult Recreation Center MAP Teen Night Out May 19, 2016 Click here for more info. 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. May 7, 2016 The Community Services and Parks Department’s Senior Services Riverwalk Workday section is hosting its 13th annual 90+ Celebration on Thursday, May Click here for more info. 19, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., honoring seniors 90 years of age or older. The theme this year is “Under the Sea”. The event will be May 7, 2016 held at the Adult Recreation Center located at 201 E. Colorado, Lend A Hand at Brand - Part 2 Glendale, CA 91205. Click here for more info.
If you have any questions or know someone over the age of 90 in May 12, 2016 the community, please contact Agar Dogue at (818) 937-7403 to Glendale Dodger Night receive an invitation. Click here for more info.
The last day to RSVP is Friday, May 6th. May 13, 2016 Friday the 13th Twilight Hike Click here for more info.
May 14, 2016 Summer Aquatics Program Registration Click here for more info.
May 15, 2016 Restoration Expo Click here for more info.
May 15, 2016 The Art of Tea and Poetry Click here for more info.
May 16, 2016 GYA Charity Golf Tournament Click here for more info.
May 19, 2016 90+ Celebration Club Maple Anniversary Party See article for details. Maple Park Community Center MAP
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May 19, 2016 May 19, 2016 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Club Maple Anniversary Party Click here for more info. Come celebrate the 27th year of the Club Maple Program with music, games, food and friends. May 21, 2016 One Glendale Volleyball Club Maple is a free program open to all developmentally disabled Championship Day adults, which provides an opportunity for individuals to experience See article for details. positive, healthy recreation and socialization experiences. Activities are appropriate to age and skill ability in a friendly and safe May 21, 2016 environment. Wilderness Workday Click here for more info. Club Maple meets every Thursday from 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Maple Park Community Center, 820 East Maple Avenue, Glendale, CA 91205. Other City Department For more information, please call Kenneth Khan at (818) 548-3783. Newsletters: City Connection Community Development Glendale Fire Department Glendale Water & Power Library, Arts & Culture
One Glendale, Afterschool Youth Sports Program Volleyball Championship Day Pacific Community Center MAP May 21, 2016 Consolation Game: 10:00 a.m. Championship Game: 11:00 a.m.
Join us for the One Glendale, Afterschool Youth Sports Program Volleyball Championship Day on May 21st, starting at 10:00 a.m. at Pacific Community Center. Over 300 people are expected to attend both the consolation and championship game and cheer for the program’s participants. A ribbon, medal, and trophy ceremony will take place at the end of each game.
The One Glendale Afterschool Youth Sports Program is a collaboration between the City of Glendale Community Services and Parks Department and the Glendale Unified School District designed to provide afterschool sports programming to youth in four South Glendale Schools in the 4th and 5th grades and is comprised of four sports over the course of four seasons: flag football, basketball, soccer, and volleyball. The four schools participating in One Glendale, Afterschool Youth Sports Program’s inaugural year are Horace Mann Elementary, Marshall Elementary, Cerritos Elementary, and Edison Elementary schools. Thirty students from each school practice three days a week and play regular season games every Wednesday. Each season lasts 8 weeks long with a championship game at the conclusion of each season.
The program's third season, featured soccer and had it's championship games on Saturday, April 2, 2016 at Pacific Community Center. Congratulations to Cerritos Elementary for winning first place!
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Trails and Open Space Events
In addition to the 10K Trail Run and Hike, in the month of May we are presenting one Interpretive Program and three Workdays for the public.
Riverwalk Workday Glendale Narrows Riverwalk MAP May 7, 2016 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
The Riverwalk Workday for this month is scheduled for Saturday, May 7th along the Los Angeles River. Join our volunteers at the Glendale Narrows Riverwalk from 8:00 a.m. until noon as we work in the river and the landscaped areas along the trail.
"Lend A Hand at Brand - Part 2" Trail Workday Brand Park MAP May 7, 2016 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
On Saturday, May 7th is our “Lend A Hand at Brand - Part 2”. We will be at Brand Park from 8:00 a.m. until noon for a trail workday. This event is for ages 16 and older. No experience is needed. We will provide instruction on proper tool use and teach you how to work on the trails. Please R.S.V.P.by calling (818) 548-3795.
"Friday the 13th Twilight Hike" Deukmejian Wilderness Park MAP May 13, 2016 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Guess what day we are holding our “Friday the 13th Twilight Hike” at Deukmejian Wilderness Park? That’s right…on Friday, May 13th! We will be on the trail from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. as we hike through the park and learn all about the superstitions that are associated with this day. Reserve your place (if you dare) by calling (818) 548-3795.
Wilderness Workday Deukmejian Wilderness Park MAP May 21, 2016 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
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army from 8:00 a.m. until noon as we water trees, maintain trails, pull weeds, and more. We will have work for all ages.
Please note that the Workdays start promptly at 8:00 a.m. and the Interpretive Program begins at 6:30 p.m., so please be on time. For all of our events, we suggest that you wear long sleeves, long pants, closed toe shoes; and bring water, sunscreen and a hat.
All Trails and Open Space programs are sponsored by the Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation.
To be notified about all Trails and Open Space Program events, and ensure that you don't miss out on events similar to this one in the future, CLICK HERE.
Coming Back this Summer...
CLICK HERE or on the image above for more information.
Employment Opportunities for Young Adults
CLICK HERE to visit the GYA website.
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Job Seeker Services and Business Resources Available at the Verdugo Jobs Center
Are you looking for work? The Verdugo Jobs Center (VJC) provides job placement assistance, career counseling, information about new in-demand jobs, and short-term training programs. VJC has training funds available to assist individuals who’ve been laid off or are currently receiving government assistance. You can learn more about how to qualify for training funds by attending a VJC orientation. Training funds are only available for a limited time. RSVP to attend a VJC orientation by calling (818) 937-8001.
Are you a hiring manager or business owner? The VJC offers free access to large facilities for onsite recruitments and interviews, as well as assigned VJC recruitment assistants; customized pre- employment orientations to meet your needs; and targeted candidate searches and pre-screening services.
Contact a Verdugo Jobs Center Representative today! Verdugo Jobs Center 1255 S. Central Avenue Glendale, CA 91204 818-937-8001
CLICK HERE to view the flyer.
The Verdugo Jobs Center is operated by the Workforce Development Section of the Community Services and Parks Department. CLICK HERE to visit the VJC's website.
Glendale Civic Auditorium
The Civic Auditorium, located at 1401 N. Verdugo Rd, Glendale, is a wonderful venue that can meet all of your special event rental needs. From indoor soccer, to shows, meetings, celebrations, and banquets, we're here for you. Contact Lara Dalyan at (818) 548- 2787, or via email at [email protected] for reservations. CLICK HERE to view Civic Auditorium pictures and floor plans.
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MAY PUBLIC EVENT: The following events are organized by private promoters. They are open to the public. Some events may have an admission fee. Parking is available at the parking structure for $6.00 per vehicle, per entry. CLICK HERE for directions to the Civic Auditorium.
2016 Glendale Police Awards Luncheon May 12, 2016 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.glendalepolicefoundation.org.
Vintage Paper Fair May 21 & 22, 2016 For more information, please call (626) 665-9435
Paranque Festival May 29, 2016 For more information, please call (818) 271-1006
City of Glendale Community Services and Parks Department (CSP) 613 E. Broadway Room 120, Glendale, CA 91206 (818) 548-2000 www.glendaleca.gov/parks Customer Service Office (818) 548-2184
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