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1 CITY OF PALMDALE MEDIA ALERT CONTACT: John Mlynar PHONE: 661/267-5115 DATE: February 27, 2017 Photo/Interview/Story Opportunities City of Palmdale Hosted Events & Programs for March WHAT: Programs and events hosted by the City of Palmdale WHEN: March 2017 WHERE: Various locations INFO: For media inquiries or passes, contact Communications Manager John Mlynar at 661/267-5112 or by email: Note: dates and times are subject to change. Listings of the numerous sports, aquatics, health & fitness, education, after school programs, and active seniors programs may be found in Palmdale Magazine, available online at www.cityofpalmdale.org/Residents/Palmdale-Magazine . SCHEDULE: Wednesday, March 1 – Legacy Commons Advisory Board Meeting, Legacy Commons, 9:15 am. Wednesday, March 1 – Friends of the Library Meeting, Chimbole Cultural Center, 4 pm. The meeting of the Friends of the Palmdale City Library, an organization devoted to helping support the Library. Adults. Friday, March 3 – Coffee with a Cop – TBD, Palmdale, 9:30- 10:30 am. Saturday, March 4 –A & V Softball Tournament, Best of the West Softball Complex, 9 am to 5 pm. Saturday, March 4 – Spring Fling, Palmdale Playhouse, 7:30 pm. West Coast Classical Orchestras present an evening beautiful melodies and harmonies, fresh and unique as a spring day. Tickets are $12. www.palmdaleplayhouse.com. Monday, March 6 – Courson Arts Colony Groundbreaking, 939 E. Ave. Q-12, 11 am. Monday, March 6 – Introduction to Neighborhood Watch Webinar, 7 pm. Find out how to start and maintain a Neighborhood Watch group in the City of Palmdale. Register by emailing [EMAIL REDACTED] or calling 661/267-5170. ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 Thursday, March 9 – Spin a Yarn, Palmdale City Library, 5:30 to 7 pm. The Library’s crochet and knit club, where people can share their ideas with fellow yarn enthusiasts. Saturday, March 11 –A & V Softball Tournament, Best of the West Softball Complex, 9 am to 5 pm. Saturday, March 11 – Friends of the Library Book Sale, Palmdale City Library, 10 am to 4 pm. A book sale with great prices, and all proceeds support the Library. Monday, March 13 – PATH Assistance, Palmdale City Library, 10 am to 12 pm. PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) will be providing referral services to those who need it. Monday, March 13 – Storycrafter’s Club, Palmdale City Library, 4 to 5 pm. A special craft and story club for ages 5-9 with a new theme each month. Monday, March 13 – Identity Theft and Scam Prevention, 7 pm. Find out how to protect your identity, recognize scams in their many forms and what to do if you become a victim. Register by emailing [EMAIL REDACTED] or calling 661/267-5170. Tuesday, March 14 –University of Antelope Valley home game (softball), Best of the West Softball Complex, 1 pm & 3 pm. Tuesday, March 14 – ThinkShop, Palmdale City Library, 5 to 6:30 pm. A STEM-based program exploring the way the world works for ages 5-10. Tuesday, March 14 – Jump Start Your Neighborhood Watch, 7pm. A breakdown on the Neighborhood Watch program and how it could be beneficial to you and your neighborhood. Register by emailing [EMAIL REDACTED] or calling 661/267-5170. Wednesday, March 15 – Scams Aimed at Seniors Presentation, Legacy Commons for Active Seniors, 9 am. Information provided will help you prevent identity theft, recognize common scams and minimize your risk of becoming a victim. Wednesday, March 15 – Mystery Book Club, Chimbole Cultural Center, 7 pm. A new mystery title to discuss each month. Thursday, March 16 – Fair Housing Rights Walk-in Clinic, SAVES, 1 - 4 pm. Opportunity for residents to ask questions about fair housing, late fees, rent increases, therapy animals, repairs and more. Info: 800/477-5977. Thursday, March 16 – Spring Craft, Palmdale City Library, 6 to 8 pm. A craft program for adults to let them indulge the fun spirit of creativity. Adults only. Thursday, March 16 – “Our Peculiar Family: Macy Family Art” Art Exhibit Reception, Palmdale Playhouse, 6:30-8:30 pm. Featuring the work of the Macy family. Info: www.palmdaleplayhouse.com. Thursday, March 16 – Identity Theft and Fraud Prevention Webinar, 7 pm. Join the Crime Prevention Staff for a 30 minute webinar on how to protect your identity and your money this holiday season and all year long. Register by emailing [EMAIL REDACTED] . ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 Saturday, March 18 – Emergency Preparedness Fair, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Palmdale Stake, 2120 E. Ave. R, Palmdale. Time: TBD. Join friends and neighbors in learning about preparedness and local resources. Saturday, March 18 – Coloring Saturdays, Palmdale City Library, 11 am to 12:30 pm. A relaxing daytime coloring event. Adults only. Saturday, March 18 –University of Antelope Valley home game (softball), Best of the West Softball Complex, 12 pm & 2 pm. Sunday, March 19 –University of Antelope Valley home game (softball), Best of the West Softball Complex, 12 pm & 2 pm. Sunday, March 19 – Dungeons and Dragons, Palmdale City Library, 2 to 4 pm. A free Dungeons and Dragons ongoing session, always looking for new characters. Tuesday, March 21 – Young Americans, Palmdale City Library, 4 to 5 pm. A civics and current events discussion group for teens ages 13-19. Tuesday, March 21 – African-American Book Club, Palmdale City Library, 6:45 pm. All adults welcome. Discussion of a new title by African-American authors each month. Tuesday, March 21 – Online Safety and Security Webinar, 7 pm. Join this free webinar to learn how to avoid being scammed and how to protect your identity online. Register by emailing [EMAIL REDACTED] or calling 661/267-5170. Thursday, March 23 – Introduction to Neighborhood Watch Webinar, 7 pm. Find out how to start and maintain a Neighborhood Watch group in the City of Palmdale. Register by emailing [EMAIL REDACTED] or calling 661/267-5170. Friday, March 24 – Disney’s Beauty & the Beast, Palmdale Playhouse, 8 pm. Based on the 1991 smash hit Disney movie and dating back to a late 18th century classic French fairy tale. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 students, seniors, military and 12 & under. www.palmdaleplayhouse.com. Friday, March 24 –University of Antelope Valley home game (softball), Best of the West Softball Complex, 1 pm & 3 pm. Saturday, March 25 – Disney’s Beauty & the Beast, Palmdale Playhouse, 2 & 8 pm. Based on the 1991 smash hit Disney movie and dating back to a late 18th century classic French fairy tale. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 students, seniors, military and 12 & under. www.palmdaleplayhouse.com. Sunday, March 26 – Disney’s Beauty & the Beast, Palmdale Playhouse, 2 pm. Based on the 1991 smash hit Disney movie and dating back to a late 18th century classic French fairy tale. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 students, seniors, military and 12 & under. www.palmdaleplayhouse.com. Monday, March 27 – Classics Book Club, Palmdale City Library, 7 pm. Catch up on the world’s great literature with a new title every month. ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 Monday, March 27– PATH Assistance, Palmdale City Library, 10 am to 12 pm. PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) will be providing referral services to those who need it. Monday, March 27 – Video Game Tournament, Palmdale City Library, 4:30 pm. A tournament for the Nintendo Wii U, with prizes available for the champions. All ages. Tuesday, March 28 – Preschool Storytime, Palmdale City Library, 1 to 2 pm. The Library’s famous preschool Storytime sessions with Miss Shay, now in a weekly afternoon session. Ages 3-5. Tuesday, March 28 – Books and Barks, Palmdale City Library, 3:30 to 5 pm. Build your kids’ reading skills by letting them read to friendly, non-judgmental dogs in one of our most popular events. Wednesday, March 29 – Baby Storytime, Palmdale City Library, 9:15 and 10:15 am. The Library’s Storytime sessions for Palmdale’s youngest residents with Miss Shay, now with two sessions each Wednesday. Ages 6-36 months. Thursday, March 30 – Security and Safety for Small Businesses Webinar, 9 am. Learn how to keep your business safe and profitable from the convenience of your smart phone or computer. Register by emailing [EMAIL REDACTED] or calling 661/267-5170. Friday, March 31 – A Tribute to John Williams, Palmdale Playhouse, 8 pm. West Coast Classical Orchestra presents the best of his selections from Star Wars, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones and Jaws. Tickets are $15 adults, $12 students, seniors, military and 12 & under.. www.palmdaleplayhouse.com. Saturday, April 1 – A Tribute to John Williams, Palmdale Playhouse, 8 pm. West Coast Classical Orchestra presents the best of his selections from Star Wars, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones and Jaws. Tickets are $15 adults, $12 students, seniors, military and 12 & under.. www.palmdaleplayhouse.com. Saturday, April 1 - Operation Restart Half Marathon, 5K/10K and All Patriots Mile, Antelope Valley Mall, 1233 Rancho Vista Blvd. In partnership with the AV Mall and Vets 4 Veterans, the half-marathon course starts at the Mall and continues throughout Palmdale. The 5K is a family-friendly course, both runners and walkers are welcome. Got a stroller? Bring it too! Visit www.avvets4veterans.org for details and to register for the event. Sunday, April 2 – A Tribute to John Williams, Palmdale Playhouse, 2 pm. West Coast Classical Orchestra presents the best of his selections from Star Wars, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones and Jaws. Tickets are $15 adults, $12 students, seniors, military and 12 & under.. www.palmdaleplayhouse.com. ONGOING: Now through March 12 – “Inspired by Nature” Art Exhibit Reception, Palmdale Playhouse, 6-9 pm. Featuring the work of graphic artist Chuck Tedesci. Info: www.palmdaleplayhouse.com. Palmdale City Library Techmobile Schedule ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 (weather permitting) 2 – 3 pm Marie Kerr Park 3:15-4:15 pm Rotating school visits (Cottonwood, Esperanza, Rancho Vista) 4:30-5:30 pm Hammack Center FACILITY LOCATIONS: Best of the West Softball Complex 2723 Rancho Vista Drive Palmdale, CA 93551 Chimbole Cultural Center 38350 Sierra Highway Palmdale, CA 93550 661/267-5656 Monday 12 pm-6 pm Tuesday 12 pm-6 pm Wednesday 8 am-10 pm Thursday 8 am-6 pm Friday 12 pm-6 pm Saturday and Sunday by reservation only. Desert Sands Recreation Center 39117 3rd St. East Palmdale, CA 93550 Domenic Massari Park 37716 55th St. East Palmdale, CA 93552 DryTown Water Park 3850 Ave. S Palmdale, CA 93552 www.drytownwaterpark.com 661/267-6161 Marie Kerr Park Recreation Center 2723 Rancho Vista Blvd. Palmdale, CA 93551 Palmdale Amphitheater 2723 Rancho Vista Boulevard Palmdale, California 93551 Palmdale City Library 700 East Palmdale Blvd. ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 Palmdale, CA 93550 661/267-5600 • 661/267-5277 (24/7 Renewal Line) Monday-Thursday, 10 am-8 pm Friday-Saturday, 10 am-5 pm Sunday 1 pm-5 pm Palmdale City Council Chamber 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B Palmdale, CA 93550 Palmdale Oasis Recreation Center 3850 Ave. S Palmdale, CA 93552 Palmdale Transportation Center 39000 Clock Tower Plaza Drive Palmdale, CA 93550 661/267-5300 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 3 am-12 am (midnight) Saturday-Sunday, 6 am-10:30 pm Legacy Commons for Active Seniors 930 East Avenue Q-9 Palmdale, CA 93550 661/267-5904 Monday-Thursday 8 am-4:30 pm Friday 8 am-12 pm Palmdale Playhouse 38334 10th Street East Palmdale, CA 93550 661/267-5684 Tickets for Palmdale Playhouse events may be purchased online at www.palmdaleplayhouse.com, or at the Box Office beginning two hours before each show, 38334 10th St. East. For more information, please call 661/267-5684. Yucca Neighborhood House 503 East Avenue Q-3, Palmdale, CA 93550 -30- Communications Department • 38300 Sierra Highway • Palmdale, CA 93550 www.cityofpalmdale.org