The Lawndalian | Fall 2023

City of Lawnda Le

www.lawndalecity.org | (310) 973-3270

Lawndale Community Center Hours:

Monday through Thursday, 7:00 am to 8:00 pm; Fridays, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm

Saturdays, Sundays and City-observed holidays, Closed until Further Notice

Register for classes beginning September 6, 2023.

See page 2 for registration details.

LawndaLe Community CenteR HoLiday CLoSuReS:

Monday, September 4 - Labor Day; Friday, November 10 - Veterans Day; Thursday, November 23 - Thanksgiving Day; Friday, November 24 - Day After Thanksgiving; Monday, December 25 - Christmas Day aLL paRk S Remain open.

Fall Special event programs

SeptemBeR

Keep Your City Clean; participate in Clean Up Week

September 16 – 24. Clean Up Day, September 23. Volunteers needed! Volunteers email dbanks@lawndalecity.org. See page 6 for details.

OC tOBeR

One Spooky Night in Lawndale! Halloween Haunt

When: Tuesday, October 31, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Where: Lawndale Civic Center Plaza.

Activities: Trick or Treat Trail, Costume Contests, Stage Entertainment, Games, Live Disc Jockey, and much, much more! All activities are free. Delicious food available for purchase.

NOvemBeR

paying tribute to veteran’s

8th Annual Field of Honor Flag Display

When: November 8 – 12

Where: Lawndale Civic Center Plaza, City Hall Courtyard

DeCemBeR

Kick Off the Holidays in Lawndale!

Angel tree Lighting event

When: Friday, December 1, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Where: Lawndale Civic Center Plaza Activities: Special Guest Appearance at 6:00 p.m., Visits and Photos with Santa Claus, Live Stage Entertainment, Winter Activities, Trackless Train Rides, Information Booths, and much, much more! Delicious food available for purchase. Don’t forget your camera to capture those unforgettable moments.

Fall Classes Registration information

Registrations for both 2023 Fall Recreation and Senior Fitness Classes will begin Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 7:30 am. Registrations are accepted using one of the two following methods:

1) Walk-in basis at Lawndale Community Center: Monday through Thursday, 7:00 am to 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Acceptable forms of payment include the following: credit/debit card, cashier’s check, money order and personal checks. Cashier’s check, money order or personal check must be payable to the “City of Lawndale” at the time of registration for the exact amount. Personal identification required for personal checks.

2) 24/7 Online Basis: Visit the Youth Activities & Summer Programs link at City website at https://www.lawndalecity.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=16676137&pageId=17108212

and look for the button to register for classes, or view classes being offered by clicking on the 2023 Fall link, or the 2023 Fall Recreation Brochure link, whichever link is active at the time, or scan QR code.

Registration Details: For online registrations, first time visitors will be required to setup up an Active Net account. Return visitors may register online using existing username and password. Pre-enrollment is strongly recommended, space may not be available for drop-ins on first date of class. All classes and activities are open to Lawndale residents, and non-residents too.

2023 Fall Recreation and Senior Fitness Classes

SeNIOR FItNeSS CLASSeS

Instructor: Amalea Joy Fisher, LLC (AJF)

Instructor: Opus Venture, LLC (OV)

Zumba Gold: No class from September 29 to October 13, class will resume on October 17.

NeW CLASS! ARtHRItIS FOUNDAtION exeRCISe WORKSHOp

Instructor: Partners in Care Foundation (PCF)

*1 Hour Workshops twice a Week for Six Weeks These low impact and low intensity exercises help seniors with arthritis by increasing their joint flexibility, range of motion and muscle strength. Participants can exercise sitting, standing or even on the floor depending on their physical condition.

*Silver Sneakers Members Welcome! Come Check out the Fitness Center and Classes for Seniors. Silver Sneakers Classic allows students to move through exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of motion and activities for daily living. Silver Sneakers Classic is an exercise class which combines cardio and strength to improve cardio-respiratory fitness for the students. Students also focus on improving reaction training and coordination.

NeW pROgRAmS! SeNIOR pROgRAmS

(No Registration Required)

Bingo Enjoy a spirited round of bingo after lunch.

Art & Craft Class Enjoy making a fun and easy arts and crafts project after lunch.

medicare 101 Come and learn more about your Medicare Plan before open enrollment. Make sure you have the best coverage for your health care need.

Knitting with Friends Come and enjoy knitting for beginners to advanced.

NeW CLASS! WeLLNeSS FOR SeNIORS

Instructor: Harlika O” Balles

Physical Exercises based on senior’s capabilities, mostly chair exercises. Tips on senior safety. Discussions about specific food groups that are better for seniors’ overall health. Breathing exercises and healthy tips for senior well-being.

SOO BAHK DO / LIttLe DRAgONS

Instructor: Joshua Duncan (Duncan’s Soo Bahk Do LLC)

*$35 plus tax for uniforms ordered from instructor. Optional testing every other session for $15 (Little Dragons) $25 (Soo Bahk Do).

*Optional Federation Membership for $89 (Soo Bahk Do, Korean Karate). See instructor for details.

*Students in "INVITE" class must have approval of Master Duncan via confidential registration code.

peRFORmANCe DANCe CLASSeS

Instructor: Elysian Arts and Events, LLC DBA SoCa Arts (formerly OC Dance Production )

*No class 10/26; 11/23

+$5 craft fee per session due 1st day class to instructor

#Contact info@socaarts.com where to purchase dance attire.

!Public Performance at City Event on December 1, for those enrolled in full session. Nominal costume fee applies.

gAme ROOm FOR teeNS AND ADULtS DROP-IN PROGRAM

Game Room include ping pong, foosball, checkers, chess, Xbox and hang-out time. Teens interested in bringing their own Xbox games must have them approved by staff before use.

CULtURAL DANCe CLASSeS

Instructor: Chapala Dance Academy, LLC (CDA)

*$10 for uniform shirt from instructor is optional. Other fees for costumes and shoes are at parents’ expense. Invitation only classes must be approved by dance director, prior to sign up. Please contact

gYmNAStICS CLASSeS

Instructor: Just Dance Company, LLC (JDC)

*Tuesday No class dates; 10/31 and 11/21

**Thursday No class dates; 11/2 and 11/23

#Gym Kids Advanced participation must be approved by instructor.

+Material Fee: $10 for T-shirt due to instructor at first class meeting. Cash only.

A YUmmY FUtURe INC .

Instructor: Sydney Sonnier (A YUMMY FUTURE TEAM = AYFT)

*A Yummy Future, Inc., is an organization designed "To Create Health-Conscious Youths" by informing, educating, and empowering our youths on the positive benefits of proper nutrition through Nutrition, Fitness, and Hands-On Cooking Classes.

• Preschool cooking Thyme This class is designed to introduce toddlers to the world of cooking in a way that's engaging and age-appropriate. Through a variety of fun activities, our little chefs will learn about kitchen safety, the importance of nutrition, basic food preparation techniques, and even how to create healthy snacks. We've found that this class is a fantastic way to introduce the concept of the five food groups and encourage adventurous eating among even the pickiest of eaters.

• Basic cooking for k ids & Teens In this class, students will be immersed in a hands-on learning experience that combines both a lecture-style environment and practical kitchen lab sessions. Our young chefs will gain valuable skills such as culinary terminology, various cooking techniques, and important aspects of kitchen and food safety. They will also explore kitchen math and learn about basic nutrition. The class covers a range of topics, including sautéing, simmering, stir-frying, and more. Prior experience is not required – all levels of skill are welcome!

CLASS LOCAtIONS LegeND: Lawndale Community Center and Other Locations

HOt SHOt BASKetBALL SHOOtINg COmpetItION

Using only one ball participants have 1 minute to score as many points as possible from 5 "hot spots" on the court. No help from rebounders allowed — participants breaking these rules will be disqualified.

Registration: September 6 - September 30 (Lawndale Residents Only) October 1 - October 20 (Residents and Non-Residents)

Senior Services and a ssistance programs

The following senior services and assistance programs are free to the community and in some cases are available to Lawndale residents only.

SeNIOR CONgRegAte meAL pROgRAm

Enjoy a delicious hot meal that includes the five primary food groups plus dessert provided by friendly Lawndale Community Services Department staff and volunteers. This program is intended to provide hot and nutritious meals for individuals seeking social interaction in a safe, clean and relaxed environment. This program is funded by Los Angeles County and operated by the Community Services Department in conjunction with the City of Gardena. The program is available to Lawndale residents and those from surrounding communities. Free transportation to and from the lunch program is available by calling the transit hotline at (310) 973-3287 and leaving a voice mail message no less than 48 hours in advance of desired transportation date.

For more information about this program, please contact Claudia Lopez at (310) 973-3284, or via email at cmedina@lawndalecity.org

*Program participants must fill out a universal intake form to join the program. Order a meal no less than 24 hours in advance by calling the Community Services Department meal reservation hotline at (310) 973-3278, or email cmedina@lawndalecity.org.

**Program will not operate on the following City-observed holidays: November 10 th - Veterans Day, November 23rd and 24th - Thanksgiving Break, December 25th - Christmas Day

***Non-seniors, or those below 60 years of age may participate at a cost of $5.00 per meal per day.

****Suggested donation amount for seniors above 60 years of age is $3.75.

meALS ON WHeeLS pROgRAm

Lawndale Residents Only

Get a hot delicious and nutritious meal delivered to your doorstep each weekday. This program is operated in conjunction with Trio Community Meals and is for homebound and/or handicapped individuals residing in Lawndale. Elderly and homebound Lawndale residents at least 60 years of age must complete a telephone interview to get qualified for participation. For more information about this program or to get qualified, please contact Reshonda Everage, Transit Operator at (310) 973-3287, or via email at reverage@lawndalecity.org.

*Participants must complete a positive telephone interview to verify age and homebound status.

**Program will not operate on the following City-observed holidays: November 10, November 23 and 24, December 25. However, two meals will be delivered on the last delivery day prior to any City-observed holiday.

#Meals are generally delivered between 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

+Meals can only be delivered to a geographically-based Lawndale address. Unincorporated County of Los Angeles, or El Camino Village residents do not qualify.

Lawndale is Calling a ll Gardeners to m c k enzie Gardens in 2024!

The Community Services Department will accept applications for new and returning gardeners for the 2024 Dan McKenzie Community Garden growing year beginning Monday, November 6, 2023 and through December 7, 2023 between the hours of 7:30 am and 4:30 pm.

Dan McKenzie Community Garden is a 44-plot garden located at 4324 W. 160th Street in Lawndale. Each garden plot is approximately four hundred (400) square feet and provides the opportunity for gardeners to grow their own food for personal use and get some exercise while doing so. A garden plot can be leased for a nominal cost for a term of one year beginning on January 1, 2024 and ending on December 31, 2024.

Beginning the week of Monday, December 11, 2023, garden plots will be assigned based on a system of priority until all plots have been assigned. Application packets with all the information you need can be obtained by visiting the Dan McKenzie Community Garden webpage or scan the QR code. Hard copy application packets can be obtained at the Lawndale Community Center. For any other questions, contact Claudia Lopez at cmedina@lawndalecity.org, or (310) 973-3284.

Completed applications can be submitted to the Community Services Department via hand-delivery or US mail no earlier than November 6. Please note that completed applications that are mailed will likely get a lower priority number than those that are hand-delivered.

Happy Growing in 2024!

L awnda L e S pe C ia L t R an S it p R o GR am

(Lawndale Residents Only*)

The Lawndale special transit is a free door-to-door transportation program available to Lawndale residents no fewer than 60 years of age for the following purposes:

1) round trip transportation to the congregate meal program;

2) round trip transportation to medical and dental facilities (after an appointment is made) and medical and dental facilities within the program’s designated boundaries; and

3) round trip transportation for grocery shopping, banking, post office, hair salon and hair cutting establishments.

Transportation requests must be made no fewer than 48 hours in advance by calling the transportation hotline voice mail system at (310) 973-3287.

Transportation to and from medical facilities for appointments already made takes priority over other transportation requests. Medical transportation boundaries are as follows: Imperial Highway (north), Torrance Boulevard (south), Western Avenue (west) and Sepulveda Boulevard (east). Rides are generally round trip; however, passengers may request a one-way ride if return trip is arranged ahead of time with a third party.

For more information about this program, please contact Reshonda Everage, Transit Operator at (310) 973-3287, or via email at reverage@lawndalecity.org.

*Only Residents within the geographical boundaries of Lawndale qualify.

tH e Lawnda L e Beat i S Ba C k on t H e St R eet S !

Are you looking for dependable, local transportation services? If yes, the Lawndale Beat Fixed-route Transportation Service is just right for you. For more information such as trip schedules, or system brochure, please visit www.lawndalecity.org, Government, Community Services, Lawndale Beat Information and Schedule or scan the QR code to get all the information. The Lawndale Beat links to other local transportation systems such as METRO, G-Trans (Gardena),

Transit.

Beach Cities Transit (Redondo) and Torrance

otHeR Lawndale Community Center Recreation Facilities:

15-StAtION FItNeSS ROOm (Resident/Non-Resident)

*Individuals must complete a waiver at second floor reception office, prior to working out for the first time. Please bring a towel and wipe down equipment after each use. No food, or drinks allowed. Exception: bottled water.

**No minors/children allowed in the fitness room. The maximum number of individuals in the room at one time is eight (8).

FItNeSS ROOm ORIeNtAtION (Resident/Non-Resident)

17,

14

*The orientation will cover the proper use of strength training and cardio equipment, safety, policies and procedures for the Fitness Center. To schedule your orientation please call 310-973-3277 or email Darrion Spratley / dspratley@lawndalecity.org

9-StAtION COmpUteR LAB (Resident/Non-Resident)

*No registration required. Individuals must complete a waiver prior to using the room for the first time. See reception office for details.

**Users will be required to obtain login credentials prior to using a computer station.

Lawndale City Hall

14717 Burin Avenue | (310) 973-3200 | Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7 am to 6 pm

Lawndale Civic Center plaza

Intersection of Lawndale Way and Burin Avenue

Harold e . Hofmann Community Center

14700 Burin Avenue | (310) 973-3270

Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7 am to 8 pm; Friday, 7 am to 3 pm;

Closed on Saturdays, Sundays & City-observed holidays.

Sheriff’s Service Center

15331 Prairie Avenue | (310) 219-2750 (Use 911 for emergency purposes)

Sheriff’s Department / South LA Station

1310 W. Imperial Hwy., Los Angeles, CA 90044 | (323) 820-6700

(Use 911 for emergency purposes)

Lawndale Fire Station #21

4312 W. 147th Street | (310) 679-1131 or (310) 676-4606

(Use 911 for emergency purposes)

Los Angeles County Help Line

Telephone Number 2-1-1

Los Angeles County Lawndale Library

14615 Burin Avenue | (310) 676-0177

Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 10 am to 8 pm

Friday & Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm. Closed Sundays, Mondays & County Holidays.

planning & Building

14717 Burin Avenue | (310) 973-3230

Building Permits: (310) 973-3230 | Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7 am to 6 pm

Building Inspector: (310) 973-3237 | Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7 am to 8:30 am

Inspection Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9 am to 12 pm

public Works Department

4722 Manhattan Beach Blvd. | (310) 973-3260

Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7 am to 6 pm

municipal Services Department

14616 Grevillea Avenue

General Info: (310) 973-3220; Parking Info: (310) 973-3223

Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7 am to 6 pm

Patrol Hours: Monday - Sunday, 7 am to 6 pm

Telephone Service: Monday - Sunday, 7 am to 6 pm

Lawndale Historical Society museum Closed until further notice.

14616 Grevillea Avenue | (310) 973-3205

Hours: Wednesdays, 1 to 4 pm and first Saturday of the month by request only.

Jane Addams park

15114 Firmona Avenue | (310) 970-2188 | Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm

Bollinger gym Closed until further notice.

4040 W. 154th Street | (310) 973-3274

William g reen park

4558 W. 168th Street | (310) 371-5273 | Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm

Rogers-Anderson park

4161 W. Manhattan Beach Boulevard | (310) 970-2189

Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm*

Hogan park

4045 W. 167th Street | (310) 214-0512 | Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm*

Hopper park

4418 W. 162nd Street | Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm*

Rudolph park

14725 Larch Avenue | Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm*

Dan mcKenzie Community g arden

4324 W. 160 th Street (Must be a registered gardener to enter.)

Hours: Monday - Sunday, Dawn to Dusk

Los Angeles County Alondra Regional park

3850 W. Manhattan Beach Boulevard | (310) 217-8366

*Closes at 8 pm or Dusk, whichever is earlier.

Check website for current parks hours.

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