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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
REGISTRATION FEES VARY PER FACILITY, CLASS, or ACTIVITY
RESIDENT RATE: R / NON-RESIDENT RATE: NR
HOW TO REGISTER:
ONLINE: www.glendaleaz.com/parksandrec
BY PHONE : 623-930-2820
IN PERSON: Glendale Adult Center 5970 W. Brown St, Glendale, AZ 85302
RESIDENCY VERIFICATION
Proof of Glendale residency is required to obtain the resident rate.
IN PERSON: Verification of residency is done using a City of Glendale water bill and a photo ID or a staff member can verify within our system.
ONLINE: Once an account is created, your address will be verified.
ADA
Interpreter assistance or reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities may be made available with a minimum 72-hour notice. For more information, call 623-930-2820. Hearing impaired persons may use the Arizona Relay Service 800-367-8939.
the website for upcoming dates, or reach out to Recreation Coordinator Paul Cervantes at Pcervantes@glendaleaz.com www.glendaleaz.com/reconwheels
DISCLAIMER NOTICE
Participants should be aware that there is some risk involved in these activities and all participants do so at their own risk. Medical insurance is not provided by the City of Glendale. Participants should also be aware that photographs taken at city facilities, during classes and activities, may be used to promote future city programs and events.
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FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER AQUATICS PROGRAMS
Aquatics Water Aerobics Class 1
$48 R / $60 NR
$43* R / $54* NR - 3 - WEEKS
15+ AUG-12 MON/WED/FRI 9:50 AM - 10:50 AM
15+ SEP-4* MON/WED/FRI 9:50 AM - 10:50 AM
15+ SEP-23 MON/WED/FRI 9:50 AM - 10:50 AM
15+ OCT-14 MON/WED/FRI 9:50 AM - 10:50 AM
15+ NOV-4* MON/WED/FRI 9:50 AM - 10:50 AM 15+ DEC-2 MON/WED/FRI 9:50 AM - 10:50 AM
Plunge into fitness with this low-impact workout. Engage in invigorating classes while immersed in deep water.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Aquatics Staff
Aquatics Water Aerobics Class 2
$32 R / $40 NR - 3 WEEKS
Aquatics Water Aerobics Class 3
$16 R / $20 NR - 3 WEEKS
15+
TUE/THU 9:50 AM - 10:50 AM
15+ DEC-3 TUE/THU 9:50
Plunge into fitness with this low-impact workout. Engage in invigorating classes while immersed in deep
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Aquatics Staff
Plunge into fitness with this low-impact workout. Engage in invigorating classes while immersed in deep water.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Aquatics Staff
Adult Beginner Swim Lessions
$60 R / $72 NR - 3 WEEKS
AUG-13 TUE/THU 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
AUG-14 WED/FRI 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
SEP-3 TUE/THU 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
Splash into confidence with our Adult Beginner swim lessons. Elevate your comfort level and learn the basic strokes of swimming. Our small-group classes provide a personalized learning experience for participants.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Aquatics Staff
ADULT & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Point-Based Poker League
$17 R / $21 NR - 7 WEEKS
21+ AUG-1 THU 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
21+ OCT-10 THU 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Come and join our recreational poker league, where you can earn points every night you play and participate in an end-of-season tournament! No prior experience is needed.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
CPR/AED Training
$37 R / $44NR - 1 DAY
Arts Studio
$50 R / $60 NR - 6 WEEKS
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
13+ DEC-14 SAT 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Get hands-on with our CPR/AED training. Whether it’s for work or personal enrichment, this program equips you with core knowledge and skills to care for the injured. Learn adult, child and infant CPR, AED usage, and choking relief for all ages. Our course follows American Heart Association guidelines and successful participants receive a two-year certification card.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Emergency Response Training
Explore your artistic skills in a welcoming studio setting. From oil, watercolor, and acrylic painting to drawing and polymer clay sculpture - we encourage various mediums. Receive individual instruction on the basic principles of art tailored to your chosen medium. All skill levels are welcome, so whether you’re a beginner or advanced, join us for a fun and empowering experience. Bring your own supplies and let the creative journey begin.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Moody
What
Everyone
Needs to Know about Social Security
$10 R / $15 NR - 1 DAY
Ages Start Date Day Times
18+ SEP-19
In this class, we will be answering the questions that everyone thinks about. When should I take my Social Security benefits? Should I continue to work while collecting Social Security? How is my benefit amount determined? How do I minimize the tax on Social Security? Get the answers and discuss key strategies to position yourself for your Social Security benefits.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Urbanowicz
Legendary Foods of Italy
$25 R / $30 NR - 1 DAY
Across the globe, there is no country with food and wine that is more romanticized and sought after than Italy. Italy is home of 2,000 years of culinary history dating back to the Roman Empire. Each of the regions lends its own flavor to the dishes we know and love. No matter the region, you’ll find emphasis placed on fresh, high-quality, seasonal ingredients. This is a lecture only class format.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Canepa
Architecture of Food
$25 R / $30 NR - 1 DAY
We’ll explore the greatest architecture of the world and the lasting influence on every plate of food placed before you in restaurants across the world. Travel across the globe and millennia to discover the connections between architecture and food, and learn some new tricks to make your dinner look like a work of art. This class is a lecture only format.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Canepa
ADULT & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Oodles of Noodles
$25 R / $30 NR - 1 DAY Ages Start Date Day Times
18+ DEC-14 SAT 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
We’ll travel across the globe to explore oodles of noodles from the Far East to the hundreds of pasta shapes and stories from Italy and central Europe ! Learn all about the spread of this universally loved food, the legendary stories behind the shapes and names and delicious ways to enjoy Asian noodles, European and Italian pasta. We’ll even explore zoodles and spiralized vegetables! This class is a lecture only format.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Canepa
Coffee and Treats
$0 R / $0 NR - 1 WEEK
Ages Start Date Day Times
55+ ONGOING MON/SAT 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
We invite seniors to gather, make connections, and enjoy a cup of coffee and a snack. We offer a variety of activities including Bingo, card games, chess, chair yoga, and much more.
Location: ROSE LANE COMMUNITY CENTER
Instructor: Rose Lane Staff
Seniors in the City
$0 R / $0 NR - ONGOING
MON - FRI 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Come enjoy activities such as loteria, karaoke, chair yoga, arts and crafts. We begin socializing at 11:00 AM and lunch is served at noon. This group appreciates good conversations, activities, food, and events.
Location: GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff & YWCA Staff
Virtual Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People
$69 R / $79 NR - 1 DAY
This class is conducted remotely. In just a few hours, you can learn enough trade secrets to provide you with years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play the guitar the way professionals do, using chords. This class is conducted online through Zoom, allowing you to comfortably sit with your guitar at home with no pressure. Additionally, the course includes an online book and follow-up video lessons, enabling you to continue your practice and study independently. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is provided as well. The course consists of both lecture/ demonstration and hands-on instruction.
Location: ONLINE
Instructor: Coffman
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Virtual Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People
$69 R / $79 NR - 1 DAY
This class is conducted remotely. In just a few hours, you can learn enough trade secrets to provide you with years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play the piano the way professionals do, using chords. This class is conducted online through Zoom, allowing you to comfortably sit at your piano or keyboard at home with no pressure. Additionally, the course includes an online book and follow-up video lessons, enabling you to continue your practice and study independently. An optional periodic online question and answer session is also included. A recording of the class is provided as well. The course consists of both lecture/demonstration and handson instruction.
Location: ONLINE
Instructor: Coffman
Restorative Yoga by Candlelight
$15 R / $20 NR - 1 DAY
This workshop is designed to relax and restore the mind and body through calming breath work, connected to gentle/basic yoga stretches and poses. You’ll enjoy a soothing atmosphere of the soft glow of flameless candlelight along with the gentle scent of calming lavender in the air to enhance your experience.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Pivonka
ADULT & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Senior Exercise
$0 R / $0 NR - ONGOING
55+ AUG-5 MON/ WED/FRI 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Energize and socialize with low-impact aerobics while building balance in your body and improving your mobility and flexibility. This class is led by a virtual instructor.
Location: GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Senior Paint & Craft
$0 R / $0 NR - 8 WEEKS
Discover the joys of creativity and connection when you join this class. The welcoming and relaxed environment is perfect for seniors looking to explore their artistic side, connect with others, and unwind through crafting.
Location: GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER Instructor: Recreation Staff
Movin’ and Groovin’ Fitness
$0 R / $0 NR - ONGOING
Fitness
$0 R / $0 NR - ONGOING
Adult Ballet II
(INT/ADV)
$35 R / $45 NR - 4 WEEKS
$65 R / $75 NR - 8 WEEKS*
Exercise your mind and body in virtually-led standing and chair exercises for all skill levels.
Location: O’NEIL RECREATION CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Table Games
$0 R / $0 NR - ONGOING
Get on your feet and exercise to the beat in our virtually led fitness sessions at O’Neil Recreation Center.
Location: O’NEIL RECREATION CENTER Instructor: Recreation Staff
Choose your game of pleasure from our library of card and board games, including Rummikub, Yahtzee, chess, loteria, and more!
Location: O’NEIL RECREATION CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Japanese Judo - All Levels and All Ages
$21 R / $25 NR - 4 WEEKS
Dance your way to fitness and fun! Dive into a dynamic workout blending barre routines, turns, petite allegro, grande allegro, and adagio. Prior ballet/dance experience is required. Wear comfy dance or fitness attire and bring your ballet shoes.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Soto
Mat Pilates
$35 R / $45 NR - 4 WEEKS
$65 R / $75 NR - 8 WEEKS*
Elevate your judo skills. Master mat movements, opponent control, and safe falls. Explore grappling, locking, choking, and dynamic combinations. Bring your own Gi and let’s level up together.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Mozier
Join our dynamic Pilates class for a total body workout. Enhance core strength, flexibility, and posture while sculpting long, lean muscles. We focus on breath, flow, and form with a mix of beginner and intermediate exercises. Dress in comfy fitness attire, and mats are provided or bring your own. Work those muscles, and feel the Pilates power.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Soto
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ADULT & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Adult Beginning Ballet
$35 R / $45 NR - 4 WEEKS
$65 R / $75 NR - 8 WEEKS* Ages Start Date Day Times
*15+ SEP-13 FRI 8:00 AM - 8:55 AM
15+ NOV-15 FRI 8:00 AM - 8:55 AM
Discover a new morning routine with our lively ballet barre workout! Dive into a fitness class blending ballet basics with strength, flexibility, balance, and grace. No dance experience needed. Dress in comfy dance or fitness wear, and slip on ballet shoes or socks. Kick-start your day with energy and elegance.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Soto
Adult Racquetball Leagues
$25 R / $35 NR - 8 WEEKS
Stay fit and challenge yourself. Join this fun league that is ideal for players that have racquetball experience and are looking for more competitive play.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Lovinger
Get set to start your Saturdays with a dose of nostalgia and loads of fun! Come join us for adult kickball, where a playground game of excitement meets friendly competition on the field.
Location: ROSE LANE COMMUNITY CENTER
Instructor: Rose Lane Staff
YOUTH & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Parent Tot Ballet and Tumble
$100 R / $110 NR - 10 WEEKS
2-4 SEP-28 SAT 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Come alongside for your little one’s dance and tumbling adventure. It’s all about fun and positive introductions. Learn basics like forward rolls, handstands, and cartwheels. Parent participation is a must for this joyous journey.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Steppin’ Out Performing Arts
Tumbling
$100 R / $110 NR - 10 WEEKS
4-7 SEP-28 SAT 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Build strength, flexibility, and coordination through tumbling fun. Master basics like forward rolls, handstands, cartwheels, and back walkovers. Progress safely at your own pace. No experience needed. Let’s tumble into fun together.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Steppin’ Out Performing Arts
Preschool Ballet
$35 R / $45 NR - 4 WEEKS*
$65 R / $75 NR - 8 WEEKS
3-5 SEP-13
Discover the joy of dance with this introductory class. Young dancers explore pre-ballet fundamentals, boosting musicality, balance, spatial awareness, and confidence. No experience is required. Wear dancewear or comfy clothes for movement. Ballet shoes are recommended for twirls and leaps.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Soto
Ballet/Tap Combo 1
$100 R / $110 NR - 10 WEEKS
Move into dance exploration with ballet, tap, creative movement, and tumbling skills! It’s all about fun and a positive dance intro. No experience needed. Black tap shoes are a must, and pink leather ballet shoes are recommended. Comfortable clothing is the dress code. Start your dance journey in style with tap shoes on.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Steppin’ Out Performing Arts
Ballet/Tap Combo 2
$100 R / $110 NR - 10 WEEKS
Move into dance exploration with ballet, tap, creative movement, and tumbling skills! It’s all about fun and a positive dance intro. No experience needed. Black tap shoes are a must, and pink leather ballet shoes are recommended. Comfortable clothing is the dress code. Start your dance journey in style with tap shoes on.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Steppin’ Out Performing Arts
Cheer Hip Hop
$100 R / $110 NR - 10 WEEKS
- 7:15 PM
Get ready for a high-energy dance adventure. Learn the latest dance styles, jumps, and tricks, all combined into fun dance combos. Wear comfy clothes for easy movement and grab your tennis shoes. Dance it out with style and energy.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Steppin’ Out Performing Arts
Mommy and Me
$0 R / $0 NR - 1 WEEK
2-5 ONGOING WED 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
In this class, parents and children will strengthen their bond and explore new interests. Kids will have the opportunity to develop a passion for activities like yoga, dance, and arts and crafts. Both children and parents will have the chance to try out different experiences while connecting with other parents.
Location: ROSE LANE COMMUNITY CENTER
Instructor: Rose Lane Staff
Stay & Play
$0 R / $0 NR - ONGOING
We welcome young families to use our facility as a safe and enjoyable space for children to play. We provide toddlerfriendly toys, crafts, and activities for free. Adult supervision is necessary.
Location: O’NEIL RECREATION CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
YOUTH & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Fun Size Fairy Tales
$0 R / $0 NR - 1 DAY
3-6 SEP-21 SAT 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
3-6 SEP-21 SAT 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3-6 SEP-21 SAT 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
3-6 SEP-21 SAT 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
This event is designed for young children who love princesses, princes, and fairy tales. It will include imaginative play, themed photo setups, enchanting tales of princes and princesses, age-appropriate games, royal-themed activities, crafts inspired by royalty and fairy tales, as well as delicious snacks and treats. It promises to be a memorable and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
Location: GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Halloween Arts and Craft Night
$5 R / $5 NR - 1 DAY
3-12 OCT-17 THU 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Dress up in your favorite costume and join us for a fun arts and crafts project along with a delicious Fall-themed snack. The fee is per child, and parent supervision is required.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Halloween Pumpkin Paint Night
$5 R / $5 NR - 1 DAY
3+ OCT-9 WED 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Enjoy the Halloween season and bring your own pumpkin for a family-oriented evening of pumpkin painting. Paints and brushes will be provided. Admission is $5 per participant, and kids 3 and under can participate for free.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff Halloween
$5 R / $5 NR - 1 DAY
ALL AGES OCT-26 SAT 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for a Halloween-themed indoor movie! Admission is $5 for each family member, and kids 3 and under get in for free. The doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the movie will start at 6:15 p.m. There will be limited table seating, so we recommend bringing your own blankets, camping chairs, beverages, and snacks. Free popcorn will be provided.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Holiday Express
$5 R / $5 NR - 1 DAY
Tis the season to be jolly! You and your family and friends are invited to enjoy hot cocoa, treats, crafts, and holiday music.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Young Rembrandts Drawing Workshop
$84 R / $94 NR - 1 WEEK
This is a drawing workshop featuring baby animals. The students will create wildlife-inspired drawings that capture the cuteness and playfulness of the animal kingdom. Over the course of 4 days, we will draw five to six unique animals using different drawing styles and themes.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Young Rembrandts
Young Rembrandts Drawing
$84 R / $94 NR - 6 WEEKS
Develop important life skills through Young Rembrandts instruction. Students learn to follow directions, mature their problem-solving skills, and work independently in a supportive environment. Basic drawing techniques, portraiture, and cartooning skills are taught using exciting themes.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Young Rembrandts
Teen Pizza & Paint Nights
$0 R / $0 NR - 1 DAY
Join us for an exciting evening of creativity and deliciousness at our Teen Pizza and Paint Night! Bring your friends and unleash your artistic side as we provide everything you need to create a masterpiece on canvas. Our talented Recreation Staff will guide you through the process step by step, so don’t think you have to be an artist to join us.
Location: GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
YOUTH & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Teen Evening Program
$0 R / $0 NR - ONGOING
15-17 AUG-5 MON - FRI 6:00 PM - 7:45 PM
Our community centers’ teen programs, held in the evenings, are tailored to the needs and interests of every amazing teen who frequents their local center. We design recreational activities, arrange for guest speakers, and establish clubs to benefit the teens in the community, fostering their social and academic growth while ensuring an emphasis on fun.
Location: ROSE LANE COMMUNITY CENTER, GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER, O’NEIL RECREATION CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Starlight Spin Teen Drop-In
$0 R / $0 NR - 1 WEEK
15-17 NOV-1 FRI 6:00PM - 8:00PM 15-17 NOV-8 FRI 6:00PM - 8:00PM 15-17 NOV-15 FRI 6:00PM - 8:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM 15-17 DEC-20 FRI 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Roll into the fun at our teen rollerskating event! Come join us for an exhilarating outdoor experience where the pavement becomes your dance floor. Exclusive to Rose Lane Community Center members, this rollerskating event blends music, movement, and socializing perfectly. Glide through the open air, showcase your skating skills, and connect with fellow teens in a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere
Location: ROSE LANE COMMUNITY CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
G.O.L.D. Volunteer Program
$0 R / $0 NR - ONGOING
The G.O.L.D. Volunteer Program (Glendale’s Onsite Leadership Program) offers students a unique development opportunity. By integrating work experience into our youth programs, G.O.L.D. volunteers actively learn and receive supervision from experienced leaders in the Recreation industry. This program focuses on developing essential life skills and work skills in a fun, age-appropriate atmosphere across various spaces within our facility. To become a G.O.L.D. Volunteer, contact Rose Lane Community Center.
Location: ROSE LANE COMMUNITY CENTER, GLENDALE COMMUNITY
CENTER, O’NEIL RECREATION CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Child Care & Babysitting Workshop
$60 R / $72 NR - 1 DAY
Discover the essentials of babysitting in a fun and safe environment. Our class covers CPR, first aid, handling active children, and tips for a successful babysitting adventure. Boost your confidence, self-esteem, and daily childcare skills, including emergency situations.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Emergency Response Training
ONGOING VARIES VARIES - VARIES
Calling all Gamers to play in a variety of no-cost esports tournaments, programs, and events for a variety of ages. Check our website for more info!
Location: ROSE LANE COMMUNITY CENTER, GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER, O’NEIL RECREATION CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Afterschool Program
$0 R / $0 NR - ONGOING
Ages Start Date Day Times
6-14 AUG-5 MON - FRI VARIES - VARIES
The City of Glendale offers a dynamic drop-in afterschool recreation program that provides enriching recreation activities in a fun atmosphere. This including creative arts and crafts, recreational games, sports, STEAM/ STEM experiments, homework help, and special events. Daily meals from St. Mary’s Food Bank are available to all participants. This non-licensed program allows participants to sign in and out without parental or guardian permission. In partnership with the Glendale Elementary School District, we follow their school release times and calendar.
Location: ROSE LANE COMMUNITY CENTER, GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER, O’NEIL RECREATION CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
YOUTH & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Nerf Wars
$0 R / $0 NR - 1 DAY
10-12 SEP-6 FRI 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
10-12 NOV-9 SAT 10:45 PM - 12:00 PM
13-15 SEP-6 FRI 6:45 PM - 7:45PM
13-15 NOV-9 SAT 12:45 PM - 2:00 PM
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping, foam-dart-flying extravaganza! Our Nerf Wars event is the ultimate showdown where players of all ages can unleash their inner warriors in a safe and exciting environment. Engage in thrilling challenges and game modes, including Capture the Flag, Team Deathmatch, Last Man Standing, and more! Every round brings new excitement and opportunities to showcase your Nerf skills.
Location: GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Adventures using LEGO® Materials
$40 R / $50 NR - 1 DAY
5-10
SAT 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 7-12
Lego® Club - Fall Session 1
$0 R / $0 NR - 8 WEEKS
Teen Drop-In Street Hockey
$0 R / $0 NR - 1 WEEK
5:30 PM
This club is the ultimate playground for young builders to dive into a world of creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. Designed to be both educational and incredibly enjoyable, Lego® Club offers a range of activities that inspire learning through play.
Location: GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER Instructor: Recreation Staff
Lego® Club - Fall Session 2
$0 R / $0 NR - 6 WEEKS Ages Start Date Day Times
7-12 OCT-14 MON 4:30 PM - 5:30PM
This club is the ultimate playground for young builders to dive into a world of creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. Designed to be both educational and incredibly enjoyable, Lego® Club offers a range of activities that inspire learning through play.
Attention all teen street hockey enthusiasts! Lace up your skates and grab your sticks for an exhilarating outdoor event. Come join us for a thrilling street hockey teen event, where the pavement transforms into a rink of excitement.
Location: ROSE LANE COMMUNITY CENTER
Instructor: Rose Lane Staff
Youth Japanese Judo - All Levels
$21 R / $25 NR - 4 WEEKS
6-16 OCT-7 MON/WED 6:00 PM - 7:15
6-16 NOV-4 MON/WED 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM 6-16 DEC-2 MON/WED 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
SAT 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 5-10
Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts. Build engineer-designed projects and use special pieces to create your own unique designs. Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that both new and returning students can explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies
Location: GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER Instructor: Recreation Staff
Futsal Frenzy
$0 R / $0 NR - 6 WEEKS
9-12 SEP-25 WED 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Futsal Frenzy is an extensive futsal program created to enhance players’ technical skills, tactical understanding, and overall passion for the game. Our program emphasizes creating a fun and engaging environment where players can thrive and achieve their full potential.
Location: GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER Instructor: Recreation Staff
Discover Judo and martial arts. Learn postures, mat movements, opponent control, and safe falls. Dive into grappling, locking, choking, escapes, and dynamic combos. Bring your own Gi and join the adventure.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Mozier
YOUTH & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Soccer Skills & Training with B.E.S.T. Sports
$102 R / $112 NR - 6 WEEKS
2-4
3-6
Multi-Sports by B.E.S.T. Sports
$102 R / $112 NR - 6 WEEKS
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
9:50 AM - 10:35 AM 2-4 NOV-2
3-6
Join our dynamic weekly soccer class for kids. From dribbling to goalkeeping, we cover it all. Our mission is to keep the energy high skills soaring and confidence is built. Don’t forget to bring a size 3 ball with your child’s name on it and a water bottle. Let the soccer adventures begin.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: B.E.S.T. Sports
Youth Soccer Drop-In
$0 R / $0 NR - 1 WEEK
Kick-start your child’s soccer journey with our youth soccer drop-in program! This outdoor session provides an engaging and dynamic environment for young soccer enthusiasts to improve their skills and deepen their love for the game.
Location: ROSE LANE COMMUNITY CENTER
Instructor: Rose Lane Staff
Explore a dynamic 4-Sport adventure with weeks dedicated to soccer, baseball/softball, basketball & track. We empower players to master soccer skills, baseball fundamentals, basketball techniques, and track & field athleticism. Our high-energy program welcomes all skill levels and fosters growth and enthusiasm. Grab an ageappropriate soccer ball for week one, and later, gear up with a hitting tee & bat for baseball and a basketball for hoops action. Get ready to unleash the athlete within your child.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: B.E.S.T. Sports
Tennis
$45 R / $54 NR - 4 WEEKS
$60 R / $72 NR - 4 WEEKS*
Ages Start Date Day Times
4-8
Smash into tennis with our USTA Quick Start training! Experience smaller courts, nets, and racquets, along with special balls for an engaging learning environment. Our play-based drills focus on boosting enjoyment and developing skills for a game of a lifetime.
Location: PASEO RACQUET CENTER
Instructor: Paseo Racquet Center
Beginner Tennis
$60 R / $72 NR - 4 WEEKS
For those who have little or no experience in tennis, learn the basic strokes to start enjoying the game.
Location: PASEO RACQUET CENTER
Instructor: Paseo Racquet Center
Junior Racquetball Fall Clinic
$13 R / $17 NR - 1 WEEK
Ages Start Date Day Times 8-13 SEP-24 TUE/THU 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Come join us for an enjoyable and educational racquetball experience. This clinic is designed to teach young people the fundamental skills and rules of the game. Each day will focus on building upon the skills learned in the previous lesson. Participants are required to wear active workout attire and tennis shoes. All necessary equipment will be provided.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Lovinger
Junior Racquetball Holiday Clinic
$13 R / $17 NR - 1 WEEK
Ages Start Date Day Times
8-13 DEC-3 TUE/THU 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Come join us for an enjoyable and educational racquetball experience. This clinic is designed to teach young people the fundamental skills and rules of the game. Each day will focus on building upon the skills learned in the previous lesson. Participants are required to wear active workout attire and tennis shoes. All necessary equipment will be provided.
Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
Instructor: Lovinger
SPORTS LEAGUES
Youth Flag Football
$50 R / $60 NR - 7 WEEKS
8-11 SEP-9 MON - THU 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ready. Set. Hike. Our flag football program will teach participants the fundamentals and rules of the game all while having fun! Flag football is a safe, no-contact alternative to tackle football making it safer for younger players.
Location: SAHUARO RANCH SPORTS COMPLEX
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Youth Soccer
$50 R / $60 NR - 7 WEEKS
NOV-4 MON - THU 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Score big with our youth soccer program! Participants will learn soccer fundamentals and sportsmanship and will be on the ball in an inclusive environment.
Location: PASEO SPORTS COMPLEX Instructor: Recreation Staff
Youth Lacrosse Clinic
$0 R / $0 NR - 1 DAY
Learn the fastest game on two feet - lacrosse. Participants will learn the fundamentals of catching, throwing, scooping, and cradling the ball. The clinic will end with an action-packed game. No experience or equipment is required.
Location: THUNDERBIRD PASEO Instructor: Recreation Staff
Looking for a chance to try out a new sport? This is a great opportunity for kids to learn the game of lacrosse in a safe and positive coed environment. Our coaches will cover beginning lacrosse fundamentals with activities that allow players to improve their skill, agility, and knowledge of the game through structured practices and games. All equipment is provided, including helmets, sticks, and lacrosse balls.
Location: THUNDERBIRD PASEO
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Batter up! Our C/D adult softball leagues are for teams that want to play at a moderate intensity level. The focus will be on healthy competition. Teams will play 6 weeks of double-headed games, depending on the schedule, and a singlenight/ single-elimination tournament.
Location: SAHUARO RANCH SPORTS COMPLEX Instructor: Recreation Staff
Gobble Gobble! Before you feast on turkey and pumpkin pie, it’s time for some football. Grab your cleats and join us for our Inaugural Flag Football Turkey Bowl! Teams will play 7 vs 7 on a smaller, modified field. The tournament winners each take home a trophy and championship t-shirts. Fee is per team.
Location: PASEO SPORTS COMPLEX
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Adult Kickball
$150 R / $175 NR - 7 WEEKS
- 9:00
Ever wanted to recapture some of that youthful fun you had while playing sports from your childhood? Kickball is the playground game everyone loved as a kid and is even more fun as an adult. Our coed league offers fun, healthy competition in a recreational atmosphere. League will have 6 regular season games plus a single elimination tournament. Teams are required to have 6 men and 4 women on the field at all times.
Location: PASEO SPORTS COMPLEX
Instructor: Recreation Staff
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YOUTH SPORTS
ADULT SPORTS
FOOTHILLS RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER
This full-service recreation and aquatics center serves the Glendale community. The center provides educational, recreational, fitness, and social activities through classes, special events, and ongoing center activities. Select areas and programs are free to anyone. Recreation Memberships may be purchased for additional opportunities. No joining fees or contracts!
FACILITY FEATURES
• A full-size open gymnasium featuring basketball, badminton, and pickleball.
• Recreation and aerobic classes
• An indoor walking/jogging track
• A rockwall
• Locker room facilities
• Racquetball courts
• Room Rentals for events
• A full fitness center with free weights, a strength training circuit, and cardio equipment.
• Year-round lap swimming, water aerobics, and Red Cross Lifeguard and instructor certification programs in the outdoor, heated pool.
• A summertime Aquatic Center featuring 2 giant slides, a kiddie slide, a zero depth entry leisure pol with spray features, a water playground, a lazy river, diving wells with 2 diving boards and 6 lap lanes, and a snack bar.
Pickleball
Ages 15+. Drop in. Come join us for indoor pickleball, one of American's fastest-growing sports. Players use hard paddles, wiffle balls, along with lowered mini tennis nets. It's a blast! Please call the front desk at 623-930-4600 for current schedule.
Senior Fitness Programs
Stop in and check to see if your health insurance benefit includes Silver Sneakers, Renew Active or Silver&Fit You could enjoy access to a variety of classes and equipment at no cost to you.
Please check our website for the current fitness schedule
GLENDALE CIVIC CENTER GLENDALE ADULT CENTER
GLENDALE CIVIC CENTER
5750 W. Glenn Drive | 623-930-4300 www.glendaleciviccenter.com
Our award - winning meeting and event facility located in Historic Downtown Glendale can host a variety of events such as large meetings, tradeshows, graduations, performances, sporting events and corporate social events. Our 8,000 sq. ft. ballroom along with our outdoor event spaces can host groups up to 660 people. Full service food and beverage can be provided by one of our Preferred Caterers. Call one of our experienced hospitality professionals to plan your next event.
GLENDALE ADULT CENTER
5970 W. Brown Street | 623-930-4321
The Glendale Adult Center passes are available to residents and non-residents ages 18 and older.
Whether you are looking for a fitness class or just a friendly place to spend time, the Glendale Adult Center is the place to visit. The center offers aerobic classes, two rooms of fitness equipment, YWCA lunch programs, a ceramics room, and much more.
1-Day pass
3-Month pass
$2.00
$10.00
Beginner’s Jazz Dance
$0 w/pass R / $0 w/pass NR - ONGOING
Step into the rhythm and let your feet glide across the floor in our beginner’s jazz dance class! Learn the basics of jazz dance technique with our qualified dance instructor. You will learn the building blocks of jazz dance through exercises that focus on building strength, agility, flexibility, and coordination. Dance also improves posture, mood, and memory. All skill levels welcome.
Location: GLENDALE ADULT CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Advanced Party Bridge
$0 w/pass R / $0 w/pass NR - ONGOING
- 3:00
$2.00
$15.0 0 Year pass
Senior Fitness Programs
$40.00
$6 0.00
Stop in and check to see if your health insurance benefit includes Silver Sneakers, Renew Active or Silver&Fit. You could enjoy access to a variety of classes and equipment at no cost to you.
Please check our website for the current fitness schedule.
Join seasoned bridge players and take your bridge game to the next level. Whether you’re aiming to compete in tournaments, improve your performance in league play, or simply enjoy the thrill of a challenging game, our group provides a supportive and enriching environment for players at every level of mastery. Experienced players are welcome to join. Keep in mind party bridge must be played with an even number of players.
Location: GLENDALE ADULT CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Lapidary
$15 w/pass R / $15 w/pass NR - ONGOING
18+ ONGOING TUE - THU 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Get together with fellow gemstone enthusiasts in our lapidary. Learn to create beautiful works of art working with rocks and minerals. Lapidary volunteers are available to share their knowledge and expertise with newcomers. If you’re ready to uncover the hidden beauty of the natural world and unleash your creativity through lapidary arts, then our lapidary workshop is the place for you. Punch cards good for 15 hours worth of workshop time can be purchased for $15 from the welcome desk at the Glendale Adult Center.
Location: GLENDALE ADULT CENTER
Instructor: Recreation Staff
RECREATION AND COMMUNITY CENTERS
FREE After School Program Ages 6-14
Our Community Centers offer a FREE dynamic, non-licensed drop in after school program that provides enriching recreation activities in a fun atmosphere. This includes creative arts and crafts, recreational games, sports, STEAM/STEM experiments, homework help, and special events. Daily meals from St. Mary’s Food Bank are available to all participants. This program allows participants to sign in and out without parental or guardian permission. In partnership with the Glendale Elementary School District, we follow their school release times and calendar.
O'NEIL RECREATION CENTER
6448 W Missouri Ave | 623-930-2047
ROSE LANE COMMUNITY CENTER
5003 West Marlette Avenue | 623-930-2048
GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER
5401 W. Ocotillo Road | 623-930-4700
SPECIAL USE FACILITIES
GLENDALE HEROES REGIONAL PARK X-COURT
83rd Avenue and Bethany Home Road
X-Court is a 26,000 square-foot, concrete multi-use (bikes, boards, blades) facility. This facility provides challenges for skaters and bikers of various skill levels. The perfect balance of bowls, banks, transitions and street components make the design fun and wide open for both bikes and boards. X-Court is open 6 AM - 10 PM daily.
GLENDALE HEROES REGIONAL PARK ARCHERY RANGE
83rd Avenue and Bethany Home Road
Whether you want to practice, take a beginner lesson , or create a family activity, the Glendale Heroes Park Archery Range is open during regular park hours 6 AM – 10 PM. 3G Archery has partnered with the city and offers certified coaches to teach classes for all levels and ages.
DESERT MIRAGE GOLF COURSE
8710 W. Maryland Avenue | 623-772-0110 www.golfdm.com
Desert Mirage Golf Course offers excellent practice facilities, reasonably priced gear in the Golf Shop, and nine holes of challenging golf. There are four par 4s and five par 3s at varying distances to get you through all the clubs in your bag. The Golf Shop offers a variety of clothing, golf gear, rental club sets, and custom golf club/golf bag sales.
PARK RAMADAS / SPORTS FIELDS
623-930-2820
A family, club, business, or organization can reserve a sheltered ramada area for special gatherings at selected city parks. Softball and multi-purpose fields are also avialble for reservation.
PASEO RACQUET CENTER
6268 W. Thunderbird Road | 623-979-1234
www.paseoracquetcenter.com
MON - FRI 8 AM - 9:30 PM
SAT - SUN 8 AM - 2 PM
Court rentals, pro shop, youth and adult programs, and cardio tennis.
Tennis lesson information is listed on page 17.
PICKLEBALL COURTS
Come play at one of our outdoor pickleball courts.
• Bonsall Park North at 5840 W Bethany Home Road ,
• Foothills Park at 57t h Avenue and Union Hills Drive.
These courts are first come, first served. F
FOOTHILLS SKATE PARK
57th Avenue and Union Hills Drive
Open daily 9 AM - 10 PM
This skater’s paradise offers a streetscape with grinding and obstacle features; 5-foot bowl with a center spine; 9-foot, two-level bowl; steel rainbow, ramadas, bleachers, and water fountain.
Skate at your own risk. Facility is unsupervised.
Bicycles, scooters, boards greater than 34", speed skates, and all types of motorized vehicles are not allowed inside the fence.
Cowtown Skateboards manages the on-site retail skate shop and carries skateboards, accessories, magazines, footwear, and clothing.
GLENDALE PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS (up to 10 acres)
1 Acoma Park, 53rd Ave. & Acoma Rd.
2 Arrowhead Lakes Park, 56th Ave. & Mohawk Ln.
3 Bicentennial Park, 71st Ave. & Missouri Ave.
4 Butler Park, 57th Ave. & Alice Ave.
5 Carmel Park, 52nd Dr. & Oraibi Dr.
6 Cholla Park, 53rd Ave. & Cholla St.
7 Clavelito Park, 53rd Ave. & Ocotillo Rd.
8 Country Gables Park, 52nd Ave. & Country Gables Dr.
REGIONAL PARKS (25 to 200 acres)
64 Foothills Park, 57th Ave. & Union Hills Dr.
65 Glendale Heroes Regional Park, 83rd Ave. & Bethany Home Rd.
66 Grand Canal Linear Park, 75th Ave. & Camelback to Bethany Home & New River
67 Sahuaro Ranch Park, 59th Ave. & Mountain View Rd.
REGIONAL PARKS (25 to 200 acres)
68 Skunk Creek Linear Park, 51st Ave. & Utopia to 73rd Ave. & Greenway
64 Foothills Park, 57th Ave. & Union Hills Dr.
9 Delicias Park, 48th Dr. & Orangewood Ave.
10 Desert Garden Park, 69th Ave. & Ocotillo Rd.
65 Glendale Heroes Regional Park, 83rd Ave. & Bethany Home Rd.
11 Desert Mirage Park, 87th Ave. & Maryland Ave.
12 Desert Rose Park, 63rd Ave. & Kings Ave.
13 Desert Valley Park, 61st Ave. & Sweetwater Ave.
66 Grand Canal Linear Park, 75th Ave. & Camelback to Bethany Home & New River
14 Discovery Park, 79th Ave. & Maryland Ave.
69 Thunderbird Paseo Park, 51st Ave. & Cactus to 72nd Ave. & Greenway
71 New River Trail, 107th Avenue & Bethany Home Road to 101st Avenue & Northern Avenue
SPECIAL USE FACILITIES
64 Foothills Sk8 Court, 57th Dr. & Union Hills Dr.
65 X-Court, 83rd Ave. & Berridge Ln.
65 Splash Pad, 83rd Ave. & Berridge Ln.
65 Archery Range, 83rd Ave. & Bethany Home Rd.
E Splash Pad, 6448 W. Missouri Ave.
J E. Lowell Rogers Amphitheatre, 5850 W. Glendale Ave.
K Bridle Path, 51st Ave. from Cactus to Potter Dr.
L Elsie McCarthy Sensory Garden, 55th Ave. & Morten Ave.
M Paseo Racquet Center, 6268 W. Thunderbird Rd.
Glendale Parks & Recreation Facilities
CONSERVATION PARKS (200+ acres)
67 Sahuaro Ranch Park, 59th Ave. & Mountain View Rd.
15 Dos Lagos Park, 63rd Ave. & Utopia Rd.
16 El Barrio Park, 54th Ave. & Ocotillo Rd.
17 Gardenwood Park, 53rd Ave. & Orangewood Ave.
70 Thunderbird Conservation Park, 59th Ave. & Pinnacle Peak Rd. (main entrance)
68 Skunk Creek Linear Park, 51st Ave. & Utopia to 73rd Ave. & Greenway
18 Greenbriar Park, 69th Ave. & Greenbriar Dr.
RECREATION CENTERS
B Foothills Recreation and Aquatics Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Dr.
69 Thunderbird Paseo Park, 51st Ave. & Cactus to 72nd Ave. & Greenway
19 Greenway Granada Park, 73rd Ave. & Greenway Rd.
20 Heritage Park, 55th Ave. & Mountain View Rd.
71 New River Trail, 107th Avenue & Bethany Home Road to 101st Avenue & Northern Avenue
21 Hillcrest Park, 71st Ave. & Hillcrest Blvd.
22 Horizon Park, 47th Ave. & Diana Ave.
C Glendale Adult Center, 5970 W. Brown St.
D Glendale Community Center, 5401 W. Ocotillo Rd.
CONSERVATION PARKS (200+ acres)
23 Kings Park, 53rd Ave. & Kings Ave.
24 Lawrence Park, 62nd Ave. & Lawrence Rd.
E O'Neil Recreation Center, 6448 W. Missouri Ave.
70 Thunderbird Conservation Park, 59th Ave. & Pinnacle Peak Rd. (main entrance)
25 Lions Park, 63rd Ave. & Haywood Ave.
RECREATION CENTERS
26 Manistee Ranch Park, 52nd Ave. & Northern Ave.
27 Mary Silva Park, 45th Ave. & Marshall Ave.
F Rose Lane Community Center, 5003 W. Marlette Ave.
GOLF COURSE
A Community Center North Building, 14075 N. 59th Ave.
28 Maryland Lakes Park, 47th Ave. & Maryland Ave.
29 Memmingen Park, 49th Ave. & Cholla St.
H Desert Mirage Golf Course, 8710 W. Maryland Ave.
B Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Dr.
30 Mission Park, 47th Ave. & Sunnyslope Ln.
SPORTS COMPLEXES
C Glendale Adult Center, 5970 W. Brown St.
31 Mondo Park, 57th Ave. & Hatcher Rd.
D Glendale Community Center, 5401 W. Ocotillo Rd.
32 Montara Park, 64th Ave. & Becker Ln.
64 Foothills Sports Complex, 19070 N. 57th Ave.
E O'Neil Recreation Center, 6448 W. Missouri Ave.
33 Murphy Park, 58th Ave. & Glendale Ave.
F Rose Lane Building, 5003 W. Marlette Ave.
34 Myrtle Park, 55th Ave. & Myrtle Ave.
GOLF COURSES
35 New World Park, 48th Dr. & Golden Ln.
36 Oasis Park, 79th Ave. and Utopia Rd.
62 Paseo Sports Complex, 6228 W. Thunderbird Rd.
67 Sahuaro Ranch Sports Complex, 9895 N. 63rd Ave.
G Glen Lakes Municipal Golf Course, 5450 W. Northern Ave.
37 Ocotillo Rose Park, 61st Ave. & Keim Rd.
H Desert Mirage Golf Course, 8710 W. Maryland Ave.
38 Orangewood Vista Park, 79th Ave. & Orangewood Ave.
SPORTS COMPLEXES
I Glendale Youth Sports Complex, 6220 N. 91st Ave.
AQUATICS CENTERS
64 Foothills Sports Complex, 19070 N. 57th Ave.
39 Pasadena Park, 87th Ave. & Pasadena Ave.
62 Paseo Sports Complex, 6228 W. Thunderbird Rd.
40 Paseo Neighborhood Park, 14099 N. 63rd Ave.
67 Sahuaro Ranch Sports Complex, 9895 N. 63rd Ave.
41 Plaza Rosa Park, 61st Ave. & Maryland Ave.
B Foothills Recreation and Aquatics Center, 5600 W Union Hills Dr.
I Glendale Youth Sports Complex, 6220 N. 91st Ave.
42 Rovey Park, 47th Ave. & Rovey Ave.
AQUATICS CENTERS
43 Sands Park, 55th Ave. & Orangewood Ave.
44 Sierra Verde Park, 71st Ave. & Rose Garden Ln.
45 Sonorita Park, 58th Dr. & Market St.
F Rose Lane Aquatics Center, 5003 W. Marlette Ave.
B Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, 5600 W Union Hills Dr.
46 Sunnyside Park, 63rd Ave. & Cholla St.
F Rose Lane Aquatics Center, 5003 W. Marlette Ave.
47 Sunset Park, 45th Ave. and Mountain View Rd.
Ln.
N Myrtle Avenue Cultural Gateway, Myrtle Ave. & Grand Ave.
48 Sunset Palms Park, 54th Ave. & Sweetwater Ave.
ADDITIONAL FACILITIES
49 Sunset Ridge Park, 87th Ave. & Missouri Ave.
64 Foothills Sk8 Court, 57th Dr. & Union Hills Dr.
50 Sunset Vista Park, 64th Ave. & Villa Rita Dr.
65 X-Court, 83rd Ave. & Berridge Ln.
51 Sycamore Grove Park, 86th Ln. & Emil Rovey Pkwy.
52 Tarrington Ranch Park, 63rd Ave. & Butler Dr.
65 Splash Pad, 83rd Ave. Berridge Ln.
53 Tierra Buena Park, 57th Ave. & Tierra Buena Ln.
54 Utopia Park, 72nd Ave. & Utopia Rd.
55 Windsor Park, 63rd Ave. & Windsor Blvd.
65 Archery Range, 83rd Ave. & Bethany Home Rd.
COMMUNITY PARKS (10 to 25 acres)
Blvd. acres)
56a Bonsall Park North, 59th Ave. & Bethany Home Rd.
J E. Lowell Rogers Amphitheatre, 5850 W. Glendale Ave.
56b Bonsall Park South, 59th Ave. & Bethany Home Rd.
Bethany Home Rd.
K Bridle Path, 51st Ave. from Cactus to Potter Dr.
57 Chapparal Park, 57th Ave. & Greenbriar Dr.
Bethany Home Rd.
L Elsie McCarthy
58 Hidden Meadows Park, 76th Ave. & St. John Rd.
Greenbriar Dr.
Ave. & St. John Rd.
Sensory Garden, 55th Ave. & Morten Ave.
59 Northern Horizon Park, 63rd Ave. & Northern Ave.
60 O'Neil Park, 64th Ave. & Missouri Ave.
Ave. & Northern Ave. Missouri Ave. Orangewood Ave.
61 Orangewood Park, 72nd Ave. & Orangewood Ave.
M Paseo Racquet Center, 6268 W. Thunderbird Rd.
62 Paseo Racquet Center, 63rd Ave. & Thunderbird Rd.
N Myrtle Avenue
63 Rose Lane Park, 51st Ave. & Marlette Ave
Marlette Ave.
Cultural Gateway, Myrtle Ave. & Grand Ave.
Featured Events and Services
September-October 2024
Glendale Library Is Fine-Free!
Glendale Library is now fine-free, enhancing your experience and ensuring accessibility for all by eliminating fines and forgiving all outstanding overdue fines on all accounts! We are committed to continuously improving our services to meet your needs and hope to see you soon!
Writer in Residence
The Writer in Residence program at the Foothills Library welcomes local authors to support writers of all ages, experiences, and genres.
From September through November, we are excited to host Donis Casey, acclaimed author of the Alafair Tucker and Bianca Dangereuse Hollywood Mystery series. Schedule a one-on-one session with Donis to receive personalized advice, feedback, and tips on writing and publishing. Additionally, Donis will lead workshops covering the creative, technical, and business aspects of being a professional writer. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your writing skills with guidance from a seasoned author.
To sign up for an individual session or workshop, visit http://gplaz.org/events.
Junior CSI Academy
Join the Glendale Police Department at Heroes Regional Park Library for Junior CSI Academy on Saturday, September 14! Families can explore fingerprinting, investigate DNA analysis, meet a K-9 unit, see a SWAT vehicle, and work through a mock crime scene. Immerse yourself in forensic science and learn about law enforcement techniques and technologies.
Spooktacular October
The library loves Halloween! Come celebrate the spooky season with us at some frightfully wonderful events in October 2024. Visit http://gplaz.org/events for dates and times.
Ghostbusters 101 @ Heroes Library
Calling all aspiring ghost-hunting families to create nifty gadgets & ghost slime, enjoy a scavenger hunt and more.
Halloween ComicFest @ Velma Teague Library
Enjoy free comics, crafts, games, cosplayers, vendors and treats for all ages with Drawn to Comics.
Boo Bash @ Foothills Library
Come dressed in your Halloween best and take part in games and crafts for the whole family.
Not Beary Scary @ Main Library
Preschoolers and their caregivers can wear costumes and party at this “beary” special event.
Indigenous Americans of the Southwest @ the Library
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month in November with our programming series highlighting the rich culture and historical impact of the Southwest’s Native Peoples. From November 2024 to May 2025, join us for lectures, workshops, and performances exploring the arts, music, traditions, and contemporary issues of Indigenous American nations in Arizona and throughout the Southwest. Visit http://gplaz.org/events for dates, times and locations.
LIBCON West
Get your geek on at LIBCON West, our annual celebration of all things pop culture! On Saturday, December 7, head to the Main Library to immerse yourself in a world of cosplay, vendors, crafts, workshops, entertainment and more at this “super” popular all-ages event. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day of fun and community. Visit www.libconwest.org for details.
All events at Glendale Library are free and open to the public. Scan the QR code or visit http://gplaz.org/events to see our full calendar of book discussions, live music performances, hands-on workshops and more!
Storytimes at the Library
Enjoy storytelling programs filled with books, songs, and fun activities for children of all ages. The Fall Storytime session runs September 3 - December 13. Visit http://gplaz.org/events for dates, times and locations.
Baby Rhyme and Playtime
An early literacy program for parent/caregiver and baby, newborn to 18 months, incorporating stories, rhymes, songs and movement.
Familytime
A traditional storytime with stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Stories are geared toward ages 2½ - 5 years but all ages are welcome!
Baby and Toddler Time
An interactive storytime specifically designed with babies and toddlers in mind. Planned for children ages 0 - 3 years.
Toddler Time
Toddlers and their grownups are invited to rhyme, read, and sing! This program features activities geared toward children ages 18 months - 3 years.
Preschool Storytime
An interactive storytime filled with stories, fingerplays, and songs! This program is geared toward children ages 3-6 years.
Borrow a Backpack
Explore new adventures with Glendale Library’s activity backpacks! Each backpack is filled with tools and guides to help you learn, play and explore! Backpacks are available at all library locations, and can be borrowed for three weeks.
STEAM to Go
Kids can get hands-on with these kits that include books, manipulatives and equipment!
Discovery and Exploration
These backpacks include everything you need to learn a new skill or have an adventure in the great outdoors!
Let’s Talk About Diversity
These literature kits are designed to support families in learning about and discussing race and culture.
Calling All Gardeners!
Our Seed Library lets adults “check out” up to three types of seeds every seven days. Choose from a variety of fall seeds sourced from Native Seeds/SEARCH and provided by Glendale Water Services – Conservation & Sustainable Living Division. Visit any of our four locations to find the perfect seeds for your garden.
Readers Concierge
So many books, so little time ... How’s a reader to choose?
Let the Glendale Library help you find your new favorite reads! We’ve created an online Readers Concierge service to help you with your reading selections. Just complete a short survey to give us a sense of what you like and library staff will email you a personalized list of five to 10 titles within three to five days. We can provide lists for the whole family — adults, kids and teens!
Locations
http://gplaz.org/readersconcierge to get started!
Mobile Hotspots
Need Wi-Fi access? Check out a Mobile Beacon 4G hotspot from the library! Enjoy free internet service for three weeks. To borrow a hotspot, you must be at least 18, show a valid photo ID, and have a Glendale Library card in good standing. Only one hotspot per household.
This popular service has a waiting list, so visit http://gplaz.org/hotspots to reserve your hotspot today!
Free Books & More
eBooks, audiobooks, streaming music, and movies are all yours at no charge with a Glendale Public Library Card, free to all Maricopa County Residents.
Events For All Ages
Glendale Public Library offers a variety of no-charge events for children, teens, adults, and families. From Storytimes to live music; book discussions to all-ages arts & crafts, the library offers activities for everyone!
Fine-Free Checkout
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Glendale Public Library is fine-free! That means no charges for materials returned after their due date.
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Regional Park Library 6075 N. 83rd Ave.
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