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1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CITY OF PALMDALE MEDIA ALERT CONTACT: John Mlynar PHONE: 661/267-5115 DATE: March 27, 2018 Photo/Interview/Story Opportunities City of Palmdale Hosted Events & Programs for April WHAT: Programs and events hosted by the City of Palmdale WHEN: April 2018 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 in April may be found in Palmdale Magazine, available online at www.CityofPalmdale.org/Residents/Palmdale-Magazine. SCHEDULE: Sunday, April 1 – Easter Celebration, Palmdale United Methodist Church, Palmdale Amphitheater, 11 am. Community is welcome! Sunday, April 1 – Retro Day Family Field Games, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park 12-2 pm. Bring your family and friends out to the park for some good old fashioned fun! Try your hand at some badminton, bocce or croquet! See park staff for details. Monday, April 2 – Field Day Fun! Domenic Massari Park, 11am. One more chance to enjoy the park before you head back to school. Monday, April 2 – Mondays in Motion – Baseball/Softball Clinic, Marie Kerr Park 4-5 pm. Tuesday, April 3 - #RockTheArtPalmdale - Marie Kerr Park Community Building, 4-5 pm. This activity is cohosted with members of the #AVRocks group. Paint a rock with any design. Then hide it in your local park for anyone to find. The goal is that the finder will not only enjoy the rock, but will use the social media forum to document the location and then re-hide the rock for the cycle to continue. Free and designed for children ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 Tuesday, April 3 - Housing Rights Legal Clinic with Neighborhood Legal Services, 9 am – 5 pm at SAVES, 1002 E Ave Q-12. The NLS team provides free assistance to individuals and families dealing with fair housing, unsafe conditions, mobile home residency law, loan modification, fraud, consumer debt, Section 8 legal problems and landlord/ tenant problems. Walk-ins are welcome or call 1-[PHONE REDACTED] to make an appointment or speak with an in-take advocate. Tuesday, April 3 - Legal Aid – 3 to 6 pm. For low income individuals provided by the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles Tuesday, April 3– Alanon High Nooners Meeting, Chimbole Cultural Center, 12:15 to 1:45 pm. The Alanon Meetings are every Tuesday, except holidays and the days in December-January when the Chimbole Cultural Center is closed. For more information please call Jean at 661/947-7615. Tuesday, April 3 – Preschool Storytime, Palmdale City Library, 1 pm. The Library’s famous preschool storytime sessions with Miss Shay, now in a weekly afternoon session. Ages 3-5. Tuesday, April 3 – Ask a Doctor, Palmdale City Library, 6:30 pm. Join us at Palmdale City Library for an opportunity to ask health related questions of local medical professionals. Tuesday, April 3 – Palmdale City Council Meeting, Palmdale Council Chamber, 38300 Sierra Hwy. Suite B, 7 pm. Wednesday, April 4 – Legacy Commons Advisory Board Meeting, 9:15 am, Legacy Commons for Active Seniors. Wednesday, April 4 – Friends of the Library Meeting, Chimbole Cultural Center, 4 pm. An organization devoted to helping support the Library. Wednesday, April 4 – Baby & Toddler 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. Wednesday, April 4 – Midweek Movies, Palmdale City Library, 6 pm. Kindergarten Cop (1990) rated PG-13 , Free admission and popcorn, open to all ages. Thursday, April 5 – Coffee with a Cop – TBA, 9-10:30 am. Thursday, April 5 – “Soul Centered” Life Coaching – Palmdale City Library, 5:30pm-7:30pm. The program will be led by Jasmin Knauer, who holds a master’s degree in spiritual with a special emphasis in conscious health and healing. Thursday, April 5 – Thoughtful Thursday, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 3:30-5 pm. Inspiration projects using chalk or paint. Thursday, April 5 – Shrek The Musical, Palmdale Playhouse, 8 pm. Tickets available at www.PalmdalePlayhouse.com ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 Friday, April 6 – Fitness Fridays, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 3:30-5 pm. Stop by the park office to see what fun activity the park staff have planned to get you moving! Friday, April 6 – Bilingual Storytime, Palmdale City Library, 10 am. Stories and songs in English and Spanish with Miss Maria. All ages. Friday, April 6 – Shrek The Musical, Palmdale Playhouse, 8 pm. Tickets available at www.PalmdalePlayhouse.com. Saturday, April 7 – Social Striders, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park Community Buildings. Group meets at 10 am. Come out and enjoy Palmdale’s beautiful parks with your fellow park walkers, walk as little or as much as you want! Saturday, April 7 – Tots Hour, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park Community Building, 10:30-11:30am. For ages 2-5, free, hands-on activities that give children the opportunity to explore their world through a variety of indoor and outdoor experiences. Saturday, April 7 – Shrek The Musical, Palmdale Playhouse, 2 pm and 8 pm. Tickets available at www.PalmdalePlayhouse.com. Saturday, April 7 – Social Striders, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park Community Buildings. Group meets at 10 am. Come out and enjoy Palmdale’s beautiful parks with your fellow park walkers, walk as little or as much as you want! Sunday, April 8 – Shrek The Musical, Palmdale Playhouse, 2 pm. Tickets available at www.PalmdalePlayhouse.com. Sunday, April 8 – Retro Day Family Field Games, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park Community Buildings, 12-2 pm. Bring your family and friends out to the park for some good old fashioned fun! Try your hand at some badminton, bocce or croquet! See park staff for details. Monday, April 9 – Mondays in Motion – Basketball Clinic, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 4-5 pm. Tuesday, April 10 – Coffee and Coloring for Adults, Palmdale City Library, 10 am. We provide the coffee and coloring supplies, you provide the conversation and creativity. Tuesday, April 10 – Preschool Storytime, Palmdale City Library, 1 pm. The Library’s famous preschool storytime sessions with Miss Shay, now in a weekly afternoon session. Ages 3-5. Tuesday, April 10 - Legal Aid – 3 to 6 pm. For low income individuals provided by the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles. Tuesday, April 10 - #RockTheArtPalmdale – Domenic Massari Park, 4-5pm. This activity is cohosted with members of the #AVRocks group. Paint a rock with any design. Then hide it in your local park for anyone to find. The goal is that the finder will not only enjoy the rock, but will use the social media forum to document the location and then re-hide the rock for the cycle to continue. This activity is free and is designed for children ---PAGE BREAK--- 4 Wednesday, April 10 – AV Senior Network Meeting, 1:30-4 pm, Legacy Commons for Active Seniors. Tuesday, April 10 – ThinkShop, Palmdale City Library, 5-6:30 pm. A STEM-based program exploring the way the world works for ages 5-10. Tuesday, April 10 – Alanon High Nooners Meeting, Chimbole Cultural Center, 12:15 pm to 1:45 pm. The Alanon Meetings are every Tuesday, except holidays and the days in December-January when the Chimbole Cultural Center is closed. For more information please call Jean at 661/947-7615. Wednesday, April 11 – Baby & Toddler 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. Wednesday, April 11 – Art Melding – Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park Community Building, 3:30-5pm. Let your imagination and creativity run wild. See park staff for supplies. Wednesday, April 11 – Midweek Movies, Palmdale City Library, 6 pm. Ocean’s Eleven (2001) PG-13. Free admission and popcorn, open to all ages. Thursday, April 12 – Spin a Yarn, Palmdale City Library, 5:30-7 pm. Crochet and knit enthusiasts are welcome to gather and swap techniques and patterns. Adults only. Thursday, April 12 – Yappy Hour Safety Edition – Yellen Park, 5:30-6:30 pm. Receive crime prevention information for dog walkers who can act as the eyes and ears of local law enforcement while walking their pets in their neighborhood or local park. Thursday, April 12 – Palmdale Planning Commission Meeting, Palmdale Council Chamber, 38330 Sierra Hwy. Suite B, 7 pm. Friday, April 13 – Bilingual Storytime, Palmdale City Library, 10 am. Stories and songs in English and Spanish with Miss Maria. All ages. Friday, April 13– Fitness Fridays, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 3:30-5 pm. Stop by the park office to see what fun activity the park staff have planned to get you moving! Friday, April 13 – A Tribute to Broadway, Palmdale Playhouse, 8 pm. Experience the full force of West Coast Classical Concert and Orchestras in a concert event celebrating the music of Broadway! Tickets: $15/adults, $12/seniors, students, military, 12 & under. Saturday, April 14 – Community Volunteer Resource Fair - 11 am – 3 pm , Antelope Valley Mall. Opportunity for residents to visit with a variety of local service agencies to learn about opportunities for volunteer positions, service projects and donations. Saturday, April 14 – A Tribute to Broadway, Palmdale Playhouse, 8 pm. Experience the full force of West Coast Classical Concert and Orchestras in a concert event ---PAGE BREAK--- 5 celebrating the music of Broadway! Tickets: $15/adults, $12/seniors, students, military, 12 & under. Saturday, April 14 – Social Striders, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park Community Buildings. Group meets at 10 am. Come out and enjoy Palmdale’s beautiful parks with your fellow park walkers, walk as little or as much as you want! Saturday, April 14 – Tots Hour, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park Community Building, 10:30-11:30am. For ages 2-5, free, hands-on activities that give children the opportunity to explore their world through a variety of indoor and outdoor experiences. Sunday, April 15 – Retro Day Family Field Games, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 12-2pm. Bring your family and friends out to the park for some good old fashioned fun! Try your hand at some badminton, bocce or croquet! See park staff for details. Sunday, April 15 – A Tribute to Broadway, Palmdale Playhouse, 2 pm. Experience the full force of West Coast Classical Concert and Orchestras in a concert event celebrating the music of Broadway! Tickets: $15/adults, $12/seniors, students, military, 12 & under. Monday, April 16 – Mondays in Motion – Soccer Clinic, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 4-5 pm. Monday, April 16 – Palmdale Recycled Water Authority Meeting, City Council Chamber, 7 pm. Tuesday, April 17 - Housing Rights Legal Clinic with Neighborhood Legal Services, 9 am – 5 pm at SAVES, 1002 E Ave Q-12. The NLS team provides free assistance to individuals and families dealing with fair housing, unsafe conditions, mobile home residency law, loan modification, fraud, consumer debt, Section 8 legal problems and landlord/ tenant problems. Walk-ins are welcome or call 1-[PHONE REDACTED] to make an appointment or speak with an in-take advocate. Tuesday, April 17 - Legal Aid – 3 to 6 pm. For low income individuals provided by the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles. Tuesday, April 17 – Tower Tuesday, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 3:30-5pm. How high will your tower be? See park staff for building materials. Tuesday, April 17 – Alanon High Nooners Meeting, Chimbole Cultural Center, 12:15 to 1:45 pm. The Alanon Meetings are every Tuesday, except holidays and the days in December-January when the Chimbole Cultural Center is closed. For more information please call Jean at 661/947-7615. Tuesday, April 17 – Preschool Storytime, Palmdale City Library, 1 pm. The Library’s famous preschool storytime sessions with Miss Shay, now in a weekly afternoon session. Ages 3-5. Tuesday, April 17 – Wii U Free play, Palmdale City Library, 4 pm. Play an assortment of WiiU game titles with other local gamers of all ages. Games and controllers are provided. ---PAGE BREAK--- 6 Tuesday, April 17 – Ask a Doctor, Palmdale City Library, 6:30 pm. Join us at Palmdale City Library for an opportunity to ask health related questions of local medical professionals. Tuesday, April 17 – African-American Authors Book Club, Palmdale City Library, 6:45 pm. All adults welcome. Discussion of a new title by African-American authors each month. Wednesday, April 18 – Baby & Toddler 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. Wednesday, April 18 – Midweek Movies, Palmdale City Library, 6 pm. Wonder (2017) rated PG. Free admission and popcorn, open to all ages. Wednesday, April 18– Mystery Book Club, Chimbole Cultural Center, 7 pm. A new mystery title to discuss each month. Thursday, April 19 – 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, April 19 – Thoughtful Thursday, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 3:30-5pm. Inspiration projects using chalk or paint. Thursday, April 19 – “Soul Centered” Life Coaching – Palmdale City Library, 5:30-7:30 pm. The program will be led by Jasmin Knauer, who holds a master’s degree in spiritual with a special emphasis in conscious health and healing. Friday, April 20 – Bilingual Storytime, Palmdale City Library, 10 am. Stories and songs in English and Spanish with Miss Maria. All ages. Friday, April 20 – Park Scavenger Hunt. Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 4-5pm. Get a list from park staff and start searching for a rock, a leaf, a pinecone? Return your items to park staff for a prize! Friday, April 20 – The 7th Annual James Rosenquist Honors Concert, Palmdale Playhouse, 6 pm. The Palmdale School District’s Honor Band, Orchestra, Mariachi & Jazz Band will perform classical, pop, jazz and mariachi music. Tickets: $10. Saturday, April 21 – Social Striders, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park Community Buildings. Group meets at 10 am. Come out and enjoy Palmdale’s beautiful parks with your fellow park walkers, walk as little or as much as you want! Saturday, April 21 – Tots Hour, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park Community Building, 10:30-11:30am. For ages 2-5, free, hands-on activities that give children the opportunity to explore their world through a variety of indoor and outdoor experiences. Monday, April 23 – Mondays in Motion – Volleyball Clinic, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 4-5 pm. ---PAGE BREAK--- 7 Monday, April 23 – Classics Book Club, Palmdale City Library, 7 pm. Catch up on the world’s greatest literature with a new title every month. Tuesday, April 24– Alanon High Nooners Meeting, Chimbole Cultural Center, 12:15 pm to 1:45 pm. The Alanon Meetings are every Tuesday, except holidays and the days in December-January when the Chimbole Cultural Center is closed. For more information please call Jean at 661/947-7615. Tuesday, April 24 – Preschool Storytime, Palmdale City Library, 1 pm. The Library’s famous preschool storytime sessions with Miss Shay, now in a weekly afternoon session. Ages 3-5. Tuesday, April 24 – Books and Barks, Palmdale City Library, 3:30-5 pm. Build your kids' reading skills by letting them read to friendly, non-judgmental dogs in one of our most popular events. Tuesday, April 24 – Tower Tuesday, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 3:30-5pm. How high will your tower be? See park staff for building materials. Tuesday, April 24 - Legal Aid – 3 to 6 pm. For low income individuals provided by the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles Wednesday, April 25 – Baby & Toddler 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. Wednesday, April 25 – Art Melding – Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park Community Building, 3:30-5pm. Let your imagination and creativity run wild. See park staff for supplies. Wednesday, April 25 – Midweek Movies, Palmdale City Library, 6 pm. The Blind Side (2009) rated PG-13. Free admission and popcorn, open to all ages. Wednesday, April 25 – Legacy Commons Resource Fair, 10 am to 12 pm, Legacy Commons for Active Seniors Wednesday, April 25 – Young Americans, Palmdale City Library, 4:30 pm. A discussion group for ages 13-19. Want to talk about what’s going on in the world? Want to know how you can take a role in society? Want to be smart enough to face the world on its terms? Get answers at the Library. Friday, April 27 – Bilingual Storytime, Palmdale City Library, 10 am. Stories and songs in English and Spanish with Miss Maria. All ages. Friday, April 27 – Storycrafter’s Club, Palmdale City Library, 3-4 pm. A special craft and story club for ages 5-9 with a new theme each month. Friday, April 27 – Fuse Bead Friday. Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 3:30- 5pm. Create something fun using fuse beads! ---PAGE BREAK--- 8 Saturday, April 28 – 3rd Annual Book Festival & ARTown Fusion, Legacy Commons for Active Seniors, 12 noon – 3 pm. A celebration of literacy and artistic culture for all ages. This event will feature the work of local artists and authors available for viewing and purchase, used books for purchase from the Friends of the Palmdale City Library, Izzys Taco House food truck, crafts, book readings, stories for kids, live music performances, High Desert Obedience Club Pet Pals therapy dogs, face painting and other activities. Saturday, April 28 – Social Striders, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park Community Buildings. Group meets at 10 am. Come out and enjoy Palmdale’s beautiful parks with your fellow park walkers, walk as little or as much as you want! Saturday, April 28 – Tots Hour, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park Community Building, 10:30-11:30am. For ages 2-5, free, hands-on activities that give children the opportunity to explore their world through a variety of indoor and outdoor experiences. Sunday, April 29 – Free Household Hazardous & E-Waste Collection Event, 8 am – 1 pm. At Domenic Massari Park. Free for Palmdale Residents. For more information visit www.dpw.lacounty.gov/epd/perm_centers . Sunday, April 29 – Retro Day Family Field Games!, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 12-2pm. Bring your family and friends out to the park for some good old fashioned fun! Try your hand at some badminton, bocce or croquet! See park staff for details. Monday, April 30 – Mondays in Motion – Baseball Clinic, Domenic Massari Park and Marie Kerr Park, 4-5 pm. ONGOING: CONNECTING WITH CREATIVITY – Art by Elizabeth Anne Kennedy, Palmdale Playhouse. Elizabeth is known for her vibrant paintings featuring bold colors and expressive creations. Through April 29 Recruiting Now – Girl Scouts, City of Palmdale Neighborhood Houses. The Girl Scouts are now meeting once a week at three of the City’s Neighborhood Houses: Yucca NH, 503 E. Avenue Q3, 267-5052; Tumbleweed NH, 1129 E. Avenue R4, 267-5901; and Manzanita NH, 38627 32nd St. East, 267-5911. Call your local Neighborhood House for day and time. Palmdale City Library Techmobile Schedule (weather permitting) WEDNESDAY 3:30-4:30 pm - Anaverde Park School THURSDAY 3:30-4:30 pm - Hammack Center FACILITY LOCATIONS: ---PAGE BREAK--- 9 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 12-6 pm Tuesday 12-6 pm Wednesday 8 am-10 pm Thursday 8 am-6 pm Friday 12-6 pm Saturday and Sunday by reservation only. Courson Park 38226 10th 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 Marie Kerr Park Community Building 379700 30th Street West Palmdale, CA 93551 Palmdale Amphitheater 2723 Rancho Vista Boulevard Palmdale, California 93551 www.PalmdaleAmphitheater.com Palmdale City Library 700 East Palmdale Blvd. 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 1-5 pm Palmdale City Council Chamber 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B Palmdale, CA 93550 Palmdale Oasis Recreation Center ---PAGE BREAK--- 10 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 pm (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 April 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. Yellen Dog Park 5100 East Ave. S Palmdale, CA 92552 661/267-5611 -30- Communications Department • 38300 Sierra Highway • Palmdale, CA 93550 www.CityofPalmdale.org