Rec
Winter/Spring 2020
Don't Just Stand There! Get your body moving and your brain thinking with stimulating programs offered by our Parks and Recreation Department. Get ready to spread your wings.
5 Classes 6 Child Development 6 Dance 7 Educational 9 Fitness 13 Music 16 Self Defense & Martial Arts
19 Youth & Teens 20 Afterschool Programs 20 Youth Sports
22 Adults 23 Senior Programs 24 Adult Excursions Winter/Spring 2020 | 3 Mark Your Calendar
January 1 New Year’s Day (City offices closed) 13 Start of winter classes 16 Burgers, Beat Cops and the Brass 20 Martin Luther King Jr. Day (City offices closed) 24 Senior Luncheon: Lunar New Year 31 Older American Nominations Due
February 1 Lunar New Year Celebration 5 Dim Sum & Tea 8 Bike Expo 14 Senior Luncheon: Valentine’s Day 17 President’s Day (City offices closed) 19 Dial-A-Ride Transportation Meeting 21-23 Camellia Festival 25 State of the City Address
March 2 Registration begins: spring classes & youth sports 11 Arbor Day Celebration 14 Temple City’s Got Talent 30-31 Spring Day Camp
April 1-3 Spring Day Camp 10 Senior Luncheon: Easter Eggstravaganza 11 Easter Egg Hunt & Pancake Breakfast 13 Start of spring classes & youth sports
May 8 Senior Luncheon: Mother’s Day 25 Memorial Day (City offices closed) Registration begins: summer classes
(626) 285-2171 templecity.us/calendar Classes
Register Register More Online In-Person Information templecity.us Live Oak Park Parks & Recreation Community Center Department 10144 Bogue St. (626) 579-0461
Registration for winter classes begins Dec. 9. Spring registration opens March 2, 2020. Classes begin the week of Jan. 13 for the winter session and April 13 for the spring session (unless otherwise noted). Classes will not be held Jan. 20, Feb. 17 and May 25 due to holidays.
Class schedules and prices are subject to change.
Winter/Spring 2020 | 5 W winter session S spring session Beg: Beginner | Int: Intermediate | Adv: Advanced
All classes are held at Live Oak Park Community Center unless otherwise noted.
Child Development
TINY TOTS Sarah Nichols Help your toddler build social skills, gain independence and make new friends while experiencing music, art and group activities. Children must be at least three years old and potty-trained by the first class. Please bring proof of birth date and immunization record.
DATES AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/13 – 4/2 3-5 M/W/F 9:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M. $440
W 1/14 – 4/3 3-5 T/Th 9:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M. $290
S 4/13 – 6/26 3-5 M/W/F 9:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M. $375
S 4/14 – 6/25 3-5 T/Th 9:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M. $275
Dance
INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCING Cindy Fang Travel the global world of dance! Explore rhythmic dances from North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Have fun learning about new cultures while moving to the beat.
DATES LEVEL AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/18 – 3/28 Beg 18+ Sa 10:00 A.M. – 12:15 P.M. $40
S 4/18 – 6/20 Beg 18+ Sa 10:00 A.M. – 12:15 P.M. $40
LINE DANCE Bill Chang An old Western dance form—with a twist! Focuses on basic line dancing set to country and non-country music. No class May 4–8, 2020.
DATES LEVEL AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/3 – 3/30 I 15+ M 10:30 A.M .– 12:00 P.M. $50
W 1/3 – 3/30 III 15+ M 2:30 – 4:00 P.M. $50
W 1/14 – 3/17 I 15+ T 6:00 – 7:30 P.M. $60
W 1/14 – 3/17 II 15+ T 7:40 – 9:10 P.M. $60
W 1/15 – 3/18 I 15+ W 10:30 A.M – 12:00 P.M. $60
W 1/16 – 3/19 III 15+ Th 1:30 – 3:00 P.M. $60
W 1/17 – 3/20 II 15+ F 10:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. $60
6 | Classes Line Dance (cont.)
DATES LEVEL AGE DAY TIME FEE
S 4/6 – 6/22 I 15+ M 10:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. $60
S 4/6 – 6/22 III 15+ M 2:30 – 4:00 P.M. $60
S 4/7 – 6/16 I 15+ T 6:00 – 7:30 P.M. $60
S 4/7 – 6/16 II 15+ T 7:40 – 9:10 P.M. $60
S 4/8 – 6/17 I 15+ W 10:30 – 12:00 P.M. $60
S 4/8 – 6/18 III 15+ Th 2:00 – 3:30 P.M. $60
S 4/10 – 6/18 II 15+ F 10:30 A.M – 12:00 P.M. $60
Educational
ACTING FOR KIDS & TEENS Gift Giver Productions Introduces children to the art of acting, all while encouraging self-expression through improvisation, public speaking, scene study, character development and even musical theater!
DATES AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/18 – 3/28 5–14 Sa 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. $160
S 4/18 – 6/20 5–14 Sa 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. $160
LEGO ENGINEERING: ANCIENT ENGINEERS Professor Egghead Build ancient engineering marvels like aqueducts, dams, wells and coliseums with Lego™ pieces. Then do crush, weight and other tests to make sure your creations can stand up to the challenge.
DATES GRADE DAY TIME FEE
S 4/13 – 6/15 K – 3 M 3:30 – 4:30 P.M. $130
LEGO ENGINEERING: MEGA MACHINES Professor Egghead Using Lego™ pieces, design and construct real mega machines like windmills, lifting cranes, elevators, cars and more. Then, just like real engineers, test your machines to see if they can battle even the harshest conditions!
DATES GRADE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/13 – 3/16 K – 3 M 3:30 – 4:30 P.M. $130
Winter/Spring 2020 | 7 The 76th Camellia Festival Festival fun for everyone.
February Carnival 21–23 Friday 4 :00– 10:00 P.m. Temple City Park Saturday 11:00 A.m. – 11:00 P.m. Sunday 12:00 – 8:00 P.m.
Parade Saturday 10:00 A.m.
Beer Garden Friday 4:30 – 9:30 P.m. Saturday 4:30 – 9:30 P.m. Sunday 2:00– 7:30 P.m.
More info: (626) 579-0461 | camelliafestival.org Fitness
GENTLE YOGA FOR BEGINNERS Amy’s Health & Fitness Reduce stress, improve joint strength and boost flexibility with a peaceful series of gentle but classic yoga poses. Yoga mat is required; yoga block and strap are optional.
DATES AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/13 – 3/30 16+ M 7:00 – 8:45 P.M. $50
S 4/13 – 6/22 16+ M 7:00 – 8:45 P.M. $50
GYMNASTICS Rojen Recreation Young gymnasts learn basic tumbling skills and exercises on the balance beam and bars. New students are evaluated and grouped by ability.
DATES AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/18 – 3/28 4 – 7 Sa 10:30 – 11:30 A.M. $71
W 1/18 – 3/28 7 – 15 Sa 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. $71
W 1/18 – 3/28 13+ Sa 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. $71
S 4/18 – 6/20 4 – 7 Sa 10:30 – 11:30 A.M. $71
S 4/18 – 6/20 7 – 15 Sa 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. $71
S 4/18 – 6/20 13+ Sa 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. $71
KINDERGYM Rojen Recreation Together, parents and kids learn forward rolls, back rolls, handstands and more! Walk the balance beam, swing on bars and jump with your child. One parent per child must attend each class.
DATES AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/18 – 3/28 9m – 2 Sa 9:00 – 9:45 A.M. $71
W 1/18 – 3/28 3 – 4 Sa 9:45 – 10:30 A.M. $71
S 4/18 – 6/20 9m – 2 Sa 9:00 – 9:45 A.M. $71
S 4/18 – 6/20 3 – 4 Sa 9:45 – 10:30 A.M. $71
Winter/Spring 2020 | 9 Fitness (cont.)
SENIOR FITNESS: SILVER SNEAKERS Wendy Liu Move to the music with a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength and range of movement for daily living. Classes emphasize slow and controlled resistance, and proper alignment.
DATES AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/14 – 3/17 50+ T 9:00 – 10:00 A.M. $60
S 4/14 – 6/16 50+ T 9:00 – 10:00 A.M. $60
SENIOR FITNESS: SWEATING TO THE OLDIES Amy’s Health & Fitness Burn calories and strengthen your heart while listening to your favorite hits of the ’50s and ’60s. So much fun, you’ll forget you’re exercising! Space is limited.
DATES AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/17 – 3/20 65+ F 8:30 – 9:45 A.M. $25
S 4/17 – 6/19 65+ F 8:30 – 9:45 A.M. $25
TENNIS JAL Tennis Get ready for match play with court workouts and drills using techniques recommended by professional tennis associations. Tennis shoes and appropriate workout gear required. Bring a racquet and new can of three tennis balls to the first class.
DATES LEVEL AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/13 – 3/16 Beg 8 – 10 M 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. $100
W 1/13 – 3/16 Beg 11 – 17 M 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. $100
W 1/15 – 3/4 Int 8 – 10 W 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. $100
W 1/15 – 3/4 Int 11 – 17 W 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. $100
W 1/17 – 3/6 Int/Adv 8 – 10 F 6:00 – 7:30 P.M. $150
W 1/17 – 3/6 Int/Adv 11 – 17 F 7:30 – 9:00 P.M. $150
S 4/13 – 6/8 Beg 8 – 10 M 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. $100
S 4/13 – 6/8 Beg 11 – 17 M 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. $100
S 4/15 – 6/3 Int 8 – 10 W 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. $100
S 4/15 – 6/3 Int 11 – 17 W 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. $100
S 4/17 – 6/5 Int/Adv 8 – 10 F 6:00 – 7:30 P.M. $150
S 4/17 – 6/5 Int/Adv 11 – 17 F 7:30 – 9:00 P.M. $150
10 | Classes Lunar New Year Celebration Dragons never go out of style.
February 1 Cultural Pageantry Family Activities 12:00–4:00 p.M. Information Booths Temple City Park Live Entertainment Traditional Cuisine
More info: (626) 579-0461 Spring Camp Yes, it really is that fun.
March 30 – April 3 7:00 a.M. – 6:00 P.M. Live Oak Park $135
Arts & Crafts Field Trips Games Sports
More info: (626) 579-0461
Fall 2019 | 12 Fitness (cont.)
TENNIS: HIGH PERFORMANCE JAL Tennis Offers a tennis-training program for those aspiring to compete in individual or team competitions. Appropriate tennis attire and equipment required.
DATES LEVEL AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/2 – 1/30 Beg 8 – 17 T/Th 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. $210
W 2/4 – 2/27 Beg 8 – 17 T/Th 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. $210
W 3/3 – 3/31 Beg 8 – 17 T/Th 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. $210
S 4/2 – 4/30 Beg 8 – 17 T/Th 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. $210
S 5/5 – 5/28 Beg 8 – 17 T/Th 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. $210
S 6/2 – 6/30 Beg 8 – 17 T/Th 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. $210
Music
CLARINET Arcadia Music Master the fundamentals of clarinet—note reading, rhythm, tones and proper breathing techniques. Students must have their own clarinet, which can be purchased or rented from Arcadia Music. $25 material fee due at first class. Classes meet at 32 E. Duarte Rd., Arcadia.
DATES LEVEL AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/9 – 2/6 Beg 8+ Th 7:00 – 7:50 P.M. $85
W 2/13 – 3/12 Beg 8+ Th 7:00 – 7:50 P.M. $85
S 4/2 – 4/30 Beg 8+ Th 7:00 – 7:50 P.M. $85
S 5 / 7 – 6 / 4 Beg 8+ Th 7:00 – 7:50 P.M. $85
FLUTE Arcadia Music Provides tomorrow’s flutists an opportunity to learn music reading and new fingerings. Students must have their own flute, which can be purchased or rented from Arcadia Music. $25 material fee due at first class. Classes meet at 32 E. Duarte Rd., Arcadia.
DATES LEVEL AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/11 – 2/8 Beg 8+ Sa 3:00 – 3:50 P.M. $85
W 2/15 – 3/14 Beg 8+ Sa 3:00 – 3:50 P.M. $85
S 4/4 – 5/2 Beg 8+ Sa 3:00 – 3:50 P.M. $85
S 5 / 9 – 6 / 6 Beg 8+ Sa 3:00 – 3:50 P.M. $85
Winter/Spring 2020 | 13 Music (cont.)
GUITAR Arcadia Music Covers proper playing position, tuning, basic strumming and chords. Students must have their own guitar, which can be purchased from Arcadia Music. $25 material fee due at first class. Classes meet at 32 E. Duarte Rd., Arcadia.
DATES LEVEL AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/11 – 2/8 Beg 8+ Sa 2:00 – 2:50 P.M. $85
W 2/15 – 3/14 Beg 8+ Sa 2:00 – 2:50 P.M. $85
S 4/4 – 5/2 Beg 8+ Sa 2:00 – 2:50 P.M. $85
S 5 / 9 – 6 / 6 Beg 8+ Sa 2:00 – 2:50 P.M. $85
PIANO Arcadia Music Ease into the beautiful world of music with piano. Learn to “tickle the ivories” in an encouraging group setting. Keyboards are included for class use. $25 material fee due at first class. Classes meet at 32 E. Duarte Rd., Arcadia.
DATES LEVEL AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/11 – 2/8 Beg 4 – 7 Sa 9:00 – 9:50 A.M. $85
W 1/11 – 2/8 Beg 4 – 7 Sa 10:00 – 10:50 A.M. $85
W 1/11 – 2/8 Int 8+ Sa 11:00 – 11:50 A.M. $85
W 1/11 – 2/8 Adv 8+ Sa 12:00 – 12:50 P.M. $85
W 2/15 – 3/14 Beg 4 – 7 Sa 9:00 – 9:50 A.M. $85
W 2/15 – 3/14 Beg 4 – 7 Sa 10:00 – 10:50 A.M. $85
W 2/15 – 3/14 Int 8+ Sa 11:00 – 11:50 A.M. $85
W 2/15 – 3/14 Adv 8+ Sa 12:00 – 12:50 P.M. $85
S 4/4 – 5/2 Beg 4 – 7 Sa 9:00 – 9:50 A.M. $85
S 4/4 – 5/2 Beg 4 – 7 Sa 10:00 – 10:50 A.M. $85
S 4/4 – 5/2 Int 8+ Sa 11:00 – 11:50 A.M. $85
S 4/4 – 5/2 Adv 8+ Sa 12:00 – 12:50 P.M. $85
S 5 / 9 – 6 / 6 Beg 4 – 7 Sa 9:00 – 9:50 A.M. $85
S 5 / 9 – 6 / 6 Beg 4 – 7 Sa 10:00 – 10:50 A.M. $85
S 5 / 9 – 6 / 6 Int 8+ Sa 11:00 – 11:50 A.M. $85
S 5 / 9 – 6 / 6 Adv 8+ Sa 12:00 – 12:50 P.M. $85
14 | Classes Temple City’s Got Talent Be the star you are.
March 14 6:00 P.M. Live Oak Park Community Center
$5 admission (ages 5+)
More info: (626) 579-0461 Music (cont.)
SINGING Vivo Voice Music Studios Taught by a soprano and music instructor with three decades of experience, this class will help you learn singing technique, sight singing and music expression. Join us, and we promise that you’ll soon be singing a different tune!
DATES AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/18 – 3/28 18+ Sa 2:00 – 3:30 P.M. $160
S 4/18 – 6/20 18+ Sa 2:00 – 3:30 P.M. $160
VIOLIN Arcadia Music Teaches correct and basic techniques, including how to play fun and simple songs. Students must have their own violin, which can be purchased or rented from Arcadia Music. $25 material fee due at first class. Classes meet at 32 E. Duarte Rd., Arcadia.
DATES LEVEL AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/11 – 2/8 Beg 5+ Sa 1:00 – 1:50 P.M. $85
W 2/15 – 3/14 Beg 5+ Sa 1:00 – 1:50 P.M. $85
S 4/4 – 5/2 Beg 5+ Sa 1:00 – 1:50 P.M. $85
S 5 / 9 – 6 / 6 Beg 5+ Sa 1:00 – 1:50 P.M. $85
Self Defense & Martial Arts
HAPKIDO Son of Chong Martial Arts Furthers self-defense techniques including joint locks and kicks. Breathing and meditation lessons are also provided. Students must have their own uniform, which may be purchased from the instructor. Sibling pricing available.
DATES AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/14 – 3/19 5 – 17 T/Th 1:00 – 2:00 P.M. $130
W 1/14 – 3/19 18+ T/Th 2:00 – 3:30 P.M. $130
S 4/14 – 6/18 5 – 17 T/Th 1:00 – 2:00 P.M. $130
S 4/14 – 6/18 18+ T/Th 2:00 – 3:30 P.M. $130
JU-JITSU & JAPANESE SWORD Rojen Recreation Learn the fundamentals of traditional martial arts—Judo, Aikido, Kendo—and the weapons of self-defense. Second hour of instruction covers the basics of Iaido, the art of Japanese swordsmanship.
DATES AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/17 – 3/20 15+ F 7:00 – 8:30 P.M. $61
S 4/17 – 6/19 15+ F 7:00 – 8:30 P.M. $61
16 | Classes Self Defense & Martial Arts (cont.)
JU-JITSU & KARATE Rojen Recreation Build strength while learning martial arts techniques for self-defense. Lessons include Judo, Aikido, Kendo and Karate.
DATES AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/14 – 3/19 8 – 12 T/Th 6:30 – 8:30 P.M. $61
S 4/14 – 6/19 8 – 12 T/Th 6:30 – 8:30 P.M. $61
LITTLE KICKERS JU-JITSU Rojen Recreation Teaches self-esteem and discipline through age-appropriate martial arts lessons.
DATES LEVEL AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/17 – 3/20 Yellow+ 5 – 7 F 5:15 – 6:00 P.M. $49
W 1/17 – 3/20 All 8+ F 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. $56
S 4/17 – 6/19 Yellow+ 5 – 7 F 5:15 – 6:00 P.M. $49
S 4/17 – 6/19 All 8+ F 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. $56
NIPPON KEMPO KARATE Do Mar A self-defense system—based on punching, kicking, blocking, joint locks and ground combat—aimed to foster respect, discipline and confidence.
DATES LEVEL AGE DAY TIME FEE
W 1/13 – 3/30 Yellow+ 6 – 14 M 5:40 – 6:30 P.M. $35
W 1/15 – 3/18 New 5 – 12 W 5:40 – 6:30 P.M. $35
S 4/13 – 6/22 Yellow+ 6 – 14 M 5:40 – 6:30 P.M. $35
S 4/15 – 6/17 New 5 – 12 W 5:40 – 6:30 P.M. $35
Winter/Spring 2020 | 17 Easter Egg Hunt Hop on over.
April 11 Enjoy egg hunts, crafts and Live Oak Park visits with the Easter Bunny. Pancake Breakfast Children: $2 | Adults: $3 8:30 – 11:00 A.M. Cash only, while supplies last
Egg Hunts Ages 0 – 3 : 9:45 – 11:00 A.M. Ages 4 – 5 : 9:45 A.M. Ages 6 – 7 : 10:15 A.M. Ages 8 – 9 : 10:45 A.M.
More info: (626) 579-0461 Youth Programs
Register Register More Online In-Person Information
templecity.us Live Oak Park Parks & Recreation Community Center Department 10144 Bogue St. (626) 579-0461
Registration for youth programs begins Dec. 9. Spring registration opens March 2, 2020. Classes begin the week of Jan. 13 for the winter session and April 13 for the spring session (unless otherwise noted). Programs will not occur on Jan. 20, Feb. 17 and May 25 due to holidays.
Class schedules and prices are subject to change.
Winter/Spring 2020 | 19 LOPA: Live Oak Park Annex LOPF: Live Oak Park Athletic Fields
Afterschool Programs
STARS CLUB Provides structured after school activities including homework help, sports and games, plus events based on monthly themes. Offered at Cleminson, Cloverly and La Rosa elementary schools. Care for children in kindergarten is available to those enrolled at Cleminson Elementary.
DATES SITE GRADE DAY TIME FEE
3/9 – 6/11 Various 1 – 6 M – F Bell – 6:00 P.M. $360
TEEN ZONE Get homework help, explore the computer lab and take part in a variety of activities including arts and crafts, games and sports. Includes shuttle service from the following schools: Dana, First Avenue and Oak Avenue intermediate schools; and Arcadia and Temple City high schools.
DATES SITE AGE DAY TIME FEE
School Year LOPA 7 – 11 M – F Bell – 6:00 P.M. $360
Youth Sports
MINI SOCCER Hand-eye coordination isn’t everything. Here foot-eye coordination is what counts. There’s nothing like playing the world’s most popular sport to help your child build athletic skills, learn sportsmanship and make new friends.
DATES SITE AGE DAY TIME FEE
S 3/31 – 5/28 LOPF 3.5–5 T/Th 4:00–5:00 P.M. $75
S 3/31 – 5/28 LOPF 6–7 T/Th 5:00–6:00 P.M. $75
20 | Youth Programs SOCCER Whether your child was introduced to the game through our Mini-Soccer program or elsewhere, he or she will get a major kick out of this program. Learn good sportsmanship, develop athletic skills, make new friends and have a ball!
DATES SITE AGE DAY TIME FEE
S 3/31 – 5/28 LOPF 8–9 T/Th 4:00–5:00 P.M. $80
S 3/31 – 5/28 LOPF 8–9 T/Th 5:00–6:00 P.M. $80
S 3/31 – 5/28 LOPF 8–9 T/Th 6:00–7:00 P.M. $80
S 3/31 – 5/28 LOPF 10–11 T/Th 4:00–5:00 P.M. $80
S 3/31 – 5/28 LOPF 10–11 T/Th 5:00–6:00 P.M. $80
S 3/31 – 5/28 LOPF 10–11 T/Th 6:00–7:00 P.M. $80
S 3/31 – 5/28 LOPF 12–13 T/Th 4:00–5:00 P.M. $80
S 3/31 – 5/28 LOPF 12–13 T/Th 5:00–6:00 P.M. $80
S 3/31 – 5/28 LOPF 12–13 T/Th 6:00–7:00 P.M. $80
TRACK AND FIELD Our program helps budding athletes take their abilities to the next level. Your child will train in the high jump, softball throw, long jump, triple jump, and short-and long-distance races. Winners will represent Temple City at the San Gabriel Valley Municipal Athletic Federation Track & Field Meet in April.
DATES SITE AGE DAY TIME FEE
S 3/16 – 5/6 LOPF 7–14 M/W 6:00–7:00 P.M. $25
Arbor Day Celebration
March 11 3:00 – 5:00 P.M. Live Oak Park
Bring the family to learn about planting and caring for trees. Events include crafts and a tree-climbing demonstration. Refreshments will be served.
More info: (626) 579-0461
Winter/Spring 2020 | 21 Adult Programs
Senior Programs Adult Excursions All programs are held Registration is accepted at at Live Oak Park Live Oak Park Community Community Center. Center.
More info: (626) 579-0461
22 | Adult Programs Senior Programs
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITY DAY TIME
Bingo First & Third Thursdays 1:00 - 2:30 p.m
Bunco Second & Fourth Thursdays 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Mahjong First & Third Wednesday 11:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Movie Matinee Fridays 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Soccer for Better Health Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Note: All activities are subject to change. Updates will be posted to the bulletin board at Live Oak Park Community Center.
SENIOR LUNCH Weekdays | 11:00 A.M. Attention seniors ages 60 and older: Get a hot lunch, participate in activities, and socialize with friends and neighbors. Monthly menus are available at Live Oak Park Community Center and online at templecity.us/lunch. Hot tea and coffee are available for just 25 cents per cup—the best price in town! Reservations are required 24 hours in advance; call (626) 579-0461. A $3 donation for lunch is requested.
Dec. 22 I Happy Holidays Feb. 14 I Valentine’s Day Celebrate the season of warmth. Grab lunch with your sweetheart!
Dec. 30 I New Year’s April 10 I Easter Extravaganza Ring in the new year with a festive toast! Hang with your peeps!
Jan. 24 I Lunar New Year May 8 I Mother’s Day Start the new year with traditional treats. Honor Mom on her special day.
Winter/SpringWinter/SpringSpring 2020 2019 | 23 Adult Excursions
HARRAH’S RESORT & CASINO Feb. 5 | 8:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m. | $20 If you’re looking for nonstop excitement, Harrah’s Resort & Casino is the jackpot! High rollers and thrill seekers can choose from more than 60 table games and 1,700 “hot” slot machines, then enjoy lunch on their own at one of the casino’s eight restaurants. Participants must be 21 or older and have valid U.S. identification.
CITY OF ANGELS Feb. 19 | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | $62 This daylong tour features stops at several iconic Los Angeles sites with spiritual ties, such as St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral, known for its ornate decorative frescoes, and the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, a Catholic church with alabaster interiors and a crypt. Also included is a visit to the headquarters of Project Angel Food, a nonprofit organization that cooks and delivers more than 600,000 meals each year to people with life-threatening illnesses. Lunch takes place downtown at Grand Central Market, where attendees can choose from a variety of culinary vendors inside the renowned food hall.
GARDENS OF THE WORLD March 11 | 8:45 a.m.–5:45 p.m. | $51 The morning starts in Thousand Oaks with a guided tour of the Gardens of the World, a park that showcases elements of Japanese, French and Italian landscaping— as well as a English perennial and rose garden, among others. Lunch at Lazy Dog Restaurant is included before the last stop of the day: the historic Leonis Adobe Museum in Calabasas. One of the oldest surviving private residences in Los Angeles County, the adobe is a relic of the Southern California ranch-style life that existed in the late 1800s.
THE LIVING DESERT March 26 | 7:15 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | $55 Experience an oasis of fun at the Living Desert, a zoo and botanical garden outside Palm Springs. Observe more than 450 wild animals in desert habitats that mimic their natural environments—from Baja California to Madagascar—and even interact with some of them (giraffe feeding, anyone?). The outing includes an hour-long, narrated safari tram tour; lunch at the park; and a brief stop at the Cabazon Outlets.
24 | Adult Programs RAT PACK AFTERNOON April 9 | 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | $65 Get ready to swing and sway—Vegas style—with a tribute to the artistry and charisma of Frank Sinatra and his fellow Rat Packers Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. Held at the Grand Event Center in Long Beach, the concert celebrates the musical hits and signature style of the three legendary performers, who joined forces in the 1960s and took the world by storm. Lunch included.
L.A. TACO TOUR April 29 | 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | $75 Sample some of the city’s best tacos—and learn about the neighborhoods they come from—during a tour of downtown and East Los Angeles taquerias. Participants can try up to five types of tacos, from hard-shell fried to regional varieties to those made using top-secret family recipes. Also on the itinerary; stops at the Plaza de la Raza Cultural Center, a multidisciplinary community arts and educational center, and historic Olvera Street. Considered the birthplace of Los Angeles, the colorful Mexican marketplace features street vendors, cafes, restaurants, gift shops and live performances by mariachis and traditional dancers.
Temple City’s 2020 Outstanding Older American Award
Applications due Jan. 31
Do you know a Temple City resident, aged 60 years and up, who is actively involved in the community volunteering invaluable hours? If so, nominate them for the esteemed title of Temple City’s Outstanding Older American.
Forms are available at Live Oak Park Community Center or online at templecity.us
Winter/Spring 2020 | 25 Adult Excursions (cont.)
CALIFORNIA STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL May 16 | 8:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m. | $25 Get an early taste of summer at the 37th annual Strawberry Festival in Oxnard. As the event’s name suggests, the festivities are all about the strawberry, with offerings abounding from more than 50 vendors selling both safer bets—think strawberry margaritas and chocolate-dipped strawberries—and more creative offerings, like strawberry tamales, nachos and pizza. If you need a break from all the snacking, visit a vendor marketplace, enjoy live music on three outdoor stages or take in cooking demonstrations by celebrity chefs. Lunch on your own at the festival.
WHALE WATCHING June 16 | 8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. | $45 Venture down to Dana Point for a two-hour, narrated whale-watching cruise. Picture- perfect views are accented by the sights and sounds of the ocean and the creatures who call it home, including whales, dolphins, sharks, sea lions and seafaring birds. After the tour, enjoy lunch on your own at Dana Wharf.
26 | Adult Programs Dim Sum & Tea You had me at pork buns.
February 5 Celebrate Lunar New Year 10:30 A.M. with samplings of: While supplies last barbeque pork buns egg rolls Live Oak Park ha gao (shrimp dumplings) Picnic Shelter sesame mochi balls siu mai (pork dumplings)
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