Fall 2008 Activity Guide

CONTENTSClass and Park Locations 4 Youth Sports 19

La Verne Facilities and Amenities Soccer, Adult Softball and Basketball

Community News 5 Adult Sports 20

Residential, City, Economic News Soccer, Adult Softball and Basketball

City Corner 10 Trips and Tours 21

Phone Directory for City Services Day Trips for Everyone

Community Services 11 Senior Citizens 23

Assistance, Programs and Information Clubs, Classes, Meals, Assistance and more

Transportation 14 Inclusion 29
Seniors, Metro and Metrolink Information Activities For Special Needs Population

Special Events 15 Youth Classes 31

Halloween, Christmas Activities and more Pre-School, Dance, Gymnastics and more

Community Sports 17 Adult Classes 38

Soccer, Adult Softball and Basketball Dance, Fitness, Tennis and more

Fall Aquatics 18 Activity Registration 46

Adult Open Lap Swim Mail in Registration for Programs

Inclusion Policy CITY OF

The City of La Verne is
committed to providing
programs and services
accessible to individuals
with disabilities. Requests
for special accommodations
will be considered on a
case-by-case basis.
Please contact the
Community Services offices
at (909) 596-8700 seven
working days prior to the
program start date.
CITY HALL HOURS
Monday through Thursday
LA VERNE 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL MEETS
First and third Monday, 6:30 p.m.
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LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL
PARKS AND COMMUNITY
Jon Blickenstaff, Mayor
SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Steven F. Johnson, Mayor Pro Tem 3660 “D” Street, La Verne,
Don Kendrick California, 91750
Donna Nasmyth (909) 596-8700
Robert Rodriguez www.ci.la-verne.ca.us

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Facilities
1. La Verne Heights School 23. Lowell Brandt Park
1550 Baseline Road 7201 Stephens Ranch Rd. Picnic shelter, restrooms, softball field and
tot lot.
2. Pelota Park
1505 Holly Oak. Two baseball fields. The park is jointly used by La Verne 24. Lordsburg Park
Little League. 1922 Walnut Street. Picnic tables, tot lot, half-court (basketball)
3. Grace Miller School
25. Golden Hill Wilderness Park
1629 Holly Oak
2300 Golden Hills Road
4. Bonita High School/La Verne Sport Park
3102 D Street 26. Rustic Canyon Park
7311 Calle Aragon
5. Las Flores Park
3175 Bolling. Four lighted tennis courts, a swimming pool, two softball 27. Valley Rancho Park
fields, six major picnic shelters, two tot lots, and restroom facilities. 2909 Arrow Highway

6. Roynon School
2715 E Street WHERE TO FIND US
7. Kuns Park 1. La Verne Heights School 14. Oak Mesa Park
1600 Bonita Avenue. Play equipment for small children, a picnic shelter 2. Pelota Park 15. Los Encinos Park
and tables, and restroom facilities. New ADA park equipment. 3. Grace Miller School 16. Lincoln Park
4. Bonita High School 17. La Verne City Yard
8. Veterans Hall 5. Las Flores Park 18. Mills Park
1550 Bonita Avenue La Verne Sports Park 19. Heritage Park
6. Roynon School 20. Live Oak Park
9. University of La Verne 7. Kuns Park 21. Challenger Park
1950 Third Street 8. Veterans Hall 22. Public Safety Facility
9. University of La Verne 23. Lowell Brandt Park
10. Community Center 10. Community Center, 24. Lordsburg Park
La Verne Parks and Community Services Office, City Hall, 3660 D Street Library and City Hall 25. Golden Hill Wilderness Park
11. Emerald Park 26. Rustic Canyon Park
11. Emerald Park, 1900 Genesee
12. Wheeler Avenue Park 27. Valley Rancho Park
Corner of Genesee and Chelsea. Three picnic shelters, children’s play
13. Mainiero Square
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2008-09 BUDGET
This past June the City Council adopted the City’s 2008-09 budget.
This budget provides a continuation of the existing level of services to La
Verne residents along with important new projects like the renovation of
the Public Safety Facility. Appropriations for General Fund activities were
increased by 5.1% over the prior year, and totaled $25.5 million.
Based on the slowing economy and troubled housing market, revenue
growth is again forecasted at a slower pace than expenditures. The sudden
closure of Foothill Ford resulted in a last minute $100,000 downward
adjustment in sales tax. While the opening of the La Verne Commons is
expected to have a positive effect for the western end of the Foothill corri-
dor.
Several major projects were also budgeted for the coming year will use
primarily restricted funds and grants. These include:
• Implementation of a reverse 911 system
• Acquisition of property on First Street
• Initiate Study for Expansion of Public Safety Facility
While increasing costs necessitated numerous cuts to balance this year’s
budget the cuts should have minimal effect on the level of services provid-
ed to the community. However, further adjustments could be required
before year’s end if the State’s budget includes take backs at the local level.
A more detailed summary of the 2008-09 budget is available at
www.ci.la-verne.ca.us
CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING
As part of the City of La Verne’s curbside recycling program, Christmas
tree recycling will be available again this year. Residents who have curb-
side recycling available must first remove all decorations, the stand, and
place their Christmas tree next to their recycling bins. A separate truck will
pick up the tree and take it to be recycled as alternative daily cover at the
landfill. Curbside Christmas tree recycling will be available for two weeks
after Christmas starting on Monday, December 29, 2008, and again on
Monday, January 5, 2009. Participation in this program helps the City of
La Verne to meet California requirements to divert thousands of tons of
materials from area landfills. Please note that if the stand is not removed,
the tree will not be picked up for recycling. For more information on this
or other recycling programs, please contact La Verne Customer Service at
(909) 596-8744.
KEEP THE PRIDE ALIVE!
Now more than ever, the pride is alive in La Verne! The Military
Banner Recognition Program in the City of La Verne now features over 198
personalized banners along the streets of “D”, Third, Bonita Avenue, Arrow
Highway, Wheeler Avenue, Fruit Street, and White Avenue. La Verne sup-
ports the men and women of their community that are currently serving our
country. Also on display at the Parks and Community Services Department
in City Hall are photographs of these La Verne men and women. As part
of this recognition program, Mayor Jon Blickenstaff has personally pre-
sented a smaller banner to each family. The community is invited to par-
ticipate in this recognition program.
Continuing with the success of the banner program, the community at
large can purchase their choice of three 12” x 18” mini banners for only
$15, a portion of which goes directly back to help fund the banner program.
Choose from “Our Family”, “Our La Verne Family” or “this Business”
Supports Our Troops. The design is the same as the large 3’ x 6’ banners
but these recognize all 5 branches of the military. The banners are avail-
able at the La Verne Parks and Community Services Department and the
La Verne Community Center.
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Thank you to our current sponsors: Fairplex, Mama Petrillos, Kim’s
Dairy & General Store, Hughes Homes, Inc., Warehouse Pizza, Bill &
Cheryl Peters, Sander’s Towing, Inc., Carole Stubbs, Mike & Jean Head,
Larry & Diane Deal, Robert & Marga Loncar, Albert & Barbara Garcia,
Jose De Jesus & Maria Carrera, Alan & Micci Rhodes, Ray Winnie Hooter,
Philip & Nancy Bartoo, James Strona & Darryl L. Seube, L.A. Co. Public
Works (San Dimas Yard), Ruben & Darlene Torrez, Mike & Lisa Laird, La
Verne R.S.V.P., La Verne Rotary Foundation, and Pension Portfolios.
For further information about the Military Banner Program, please con-
tact the Community Services Department at (909) 596-8776.
The next military reception will be held November 3, 2008 from 7:00
to 8:00 PM at the La Verne Community Center.
VACATION HOUSE CHECKS
This no cost program provides residents security checks while on vaca-
tion. Registered single-family homes are periodically checked during the
homeowner’s absence by members of the La Verne Police Department
Retired Seniors Volunteer Program. During a vacation security check, uni-
formed volunteer patrols the property to ensure the home is secured and the
windows and doors are locked and undamaged. If by chance a burglary
occurs at the residence while the homeowner is away, the designated
“emergency contract” person will be notified.
Qualifications for vacation house check program:
• Residence must be in the City of La Verne
• A “Vacation House Check” form must be completed and hand deliv-
ered to the La Verne Police Department *No forms are accepted by
mail*
• Service does not include feeding animals, watering plans, or pick-
ing-up mail and newspapers
• Service is not available for homes that are vacant or for rent
• Residents are required to call the Police Department if they return
home earlier than planned
Safety Tips
Before leaving a home unoccupied, make sure all doors and windows
are closed and securely locked
• Make your house appear “lived in”
• Use timers for lights and radios
• Have a neighbor or friend pick-up mail, packages, and newspapers,
or suspend service for the duration of your vacation
• Keep your lawn mowed and watered
• Leave your trip itinerary and emergency phone number with a trust-
ed neighbor or friend
SEPTEMBER 24 IS LA VERNE DAY AT
THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FAIR!
La Verne residents where will you find your fun this summer? Look no
further than the LA County Fair! On Wednesday, September 24, we’ll be
paying tribute to the City of La Verne with a Community Expo showcasing
the best in local community-based organizations, a festive Community
Days parade featuring high school marching bands, youth groups, local
officials and guests, a Community Hero presentation honoring outstanding
local youths and adults, and finally, a rollicking performance by renowned
classic rock band “The Answer” that’s sure to keep the party going late into
the night!
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PAPER OR PLASTIC?
Neither. Try a reusable shopping bag instead.
The City of La Verne, in partnership with the California Department of
Conservation, is providing up to 3 free reusable shopping bags to La Verne
residents while supplies last.
Why is La Verne giving out reusable shopping bags?
The convenience of paper and plastic bags comes at a cost to our envi-
ronment and to our community. Because the City of La Verne is commit-
ted to creating a sustainable community, the City invests in tools and pro-
grams that offer significant returns. We want La Verne to continue to offer
an amazing lifestyle and be a vibrant place to do business, and the quality
of our environment is a crucial component of that vision.
Quick Facts About Plastic Bags
Estimates vary, but Americans use 14 billion-300 billion plastic bags
annually at a huge energy cost. Plastic bags are made from oil, the same
limited natural resource used to fuel vehicles, provide energy in many parts
of the world, and as a basic resource needed to keep machines of all kinds
operable. Plastic bags also do not degrade in the landfill, rather they break
up into little pieces over time. Dubbed the “urban tumbleweed,” plastic
bags are a tremendous source of litter because they get caught in trees, clog
waterways and storm drains, and are a cause of blight—all factors that cost
cities resources in money, time, and quality of life.
Quick Facts About Paper Bags
Paper bags consume another natural resource to produce them—trees.
In 1999, 14 million trees were used to produce the 10 billion paper bags
Americans used, according to the American Forest and Paper Association.
Because paper bags are often used once and thrown away, the City of La
Verne, along with other U.S. cities spend money, time, and landfill space to
dispose of the waste caused by the use of paper bags.
The Solution: Use a Reusable Shopping Bag
Help us create a community that is sustainable and litter-free, use a
reusable bag at your next trip to the grocery store or at other favorite places
to shop. The reusable bags are made from 100% PolyEthylene
Terephtalate or PET. PET is basically recycled plastic bottles. After con-
sumer recyclables have been collected and sorted by type at recycling cen-
ters, PET products are crushed, pressed into bales, shredded, and refined
into PET flakes. These flakes are transformed into the raw materials that
innovative companies transform into new products such as reusable shop-
ping bags. PET requires 2/3 less energy to manufacture than products not
made out of recyclable plastic. Other studies show that the production of
recycled plastic requires 2/3 less sulphur dioxide, 50% less nitrous oxide,
and almost 90% less water usage.
The bags are 14 inches tall, 12 inches wide, and hold the equivalent load
of 3-4 plastic bags or 2 paper bags. Four or five reusable bags will hold the
contents of a completely filled grocery cart. The handles are long enough
to hang on your shoulder but short enough to swing at your sides and fold
neatly for storage. To receive the free bags, residents need only to come to
City Hall located at 3660 D Street, and fill out a quick survey.
For questions about this and other La Verne environmental programs,
please contact La Verne Customer Service at (909) 596-8741.
CALIFORNIA REACHES RECORD
RECYCLING LEVELS
The California Department of Conservation recently unveiled a new
report showing that Californians are recycling a record number of beverage
containers. More then 14.7 billion beverage containers were recycled by
Californians in 2007, an 11% increase over 2006 levels, and 50% more
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than were recycled just five years ago.
Overall, nearly one million tons of glass, aluminum, and plastic bever-
age containers are now recycled in California under the state’s 20 year old
Container Recycling Law. No other state comes close to matching this level
of container recycling.
“We attribute the surge in the container recycling levels to several fac-
tors,” Said Mark Murray, executive director of the environmental group
Californians Against Waste. “There is an increased concern for the envi-
ronment and a desire by the public to do something—including growing
awareness of the role recycling can play in combating climate change. But
certainly a huge factor in this recent surge has been legislation to increase
the consumer refund value on containers to 5 and 10 cents.”
In 2006, AB 3056 by Assembly Member Loni Hancock (D-Berkeley),
enacted a package of reforms and updates to the container recycling law,
including an increase in consumer refund values from 4 cents, to 5 cents on
containers under 24 ounces, and 10 cents on containers 24 ounces and larg-
er.
“It’s great to see so many Californians responding positively to the new
bottle bill. Recycling is a win-win for consumers and the environment,”
Assembly Member Loni Hancock said. “Recycling your bottles and cans
saves money, reduces litter, and cuts pollution, including greenhouse gases.
I’m proud to be part of such a successful policy. “
Record high recycling levels in 2007 have:
Reduced atmosphere CO2 emissions by over 2 million tons;
Reduced other toxic air pollutants by over 1 million tons;
Reduced water pollution by almost 5 thousand tons;
Saved enough energy to power roughly 400,000 homes for one year.
With the record growth in recycling and the affirmation of recycling
program success, legislation has been introduced to expand the scope of
containers covered by the consumer recycling incentives.
Senate Bill 1625 by State Senator Ellen Corbett (D-San Leandro) will
expand California’s recycling program to cover all plastic bottles regardless
of contents or container type, which would add 6.5 billion containers to the
program.
“Plastics are the fastest growing part of California’s waste stream,” said
Senator Corbett. “ By expanding the program to include additional plastics
we significantly reduce our carbon dioxide levels and keep a significant
amount of plastics out of our waterways and oceans.”
GAS COMPANY INCREASES
ENERGY-EFFICIENCY REBATES
Southern California Gas Company (The Gas Company) announced that
it will provide up to $6.2 million in rebates this year to residential cus-
tomers who buy energy-efficient natural gas appliances – an increase of
$2.7 million from last year. “ We want to encourage more customers to buy
energy-efficient appliances,” said Mark Gaines, director of customer pro-
grams for The Gas Company. “Energy efficient is a practical way to reduce
your monthly gas bills and help the environment as well.”
The Gas Company currently offers the following rebates for qualifying
energy-efficient residential natural gas appliances:
ENERGY STAR furnaces:
Tankless water heaters:
$200
$200
Clothes washers: $ 35
Dishwashers: $ 30
Storage water heaters: $ 30
Attic/wall insulation: $0.15 per square foot
Customers can often receive rebates immediately through reductions in
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the purchase price at the point of sale. These “instant rebates” are available
for qualifying clothes washers, dishwashers, and water heaters sold at par-
ticipating retailers. For more information, visit socalgas.com/savemoney.
All rebates and incentives are subject to change without notice and will
be offered on a first-come, first-serve basis as long as funding is available.
These programs are funded by California utility customers and adminis-
tered by The Gas Company under the auspices of the California Public
Utilities Commission.
Southern California Gas Co. has been delivering clean, safe and reliable
natural gas to its customers for more than 140 years. It is the nation’s
largest natural gas distribution utility, providing safe and reliable energy to
20.1 million consumers though 5.6 million meters in more than 500 com-
munities. The Gas Company is a regulated subsidiary of Sempra Energy
(NYSE: SRE).
Sempra Energy, based in San Diego, is a Fortune 500 energy services
holding company.
TOO TOXIC TO TRASH!
The ARC International Corporation, in partnership with the City of La
Verne and Bonita High School, is hosting a free, one-day electronic waste
collection event. This event will help residents dispose of old electronic
equipment the right way. It will be held at Bonita High School located at
3102 D Street on Saturday, October 18th from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
For the last few years it has been illegal to dispose of electronics in the
trash. Proper disposal prevents hazardous components utilized to make
electronic items from harming the environment. Residents and businesses
can discard their electronic wastes, such as televisions, computer CPUs,
monitors, keyboards, printers, cell phones, etc. Household Hazards Waste
(HHW) items such as old paints and chemicals will not be collected.
However, residents will have the opportunity to safely dispose of HHW
at a Countywide Roundup at Brakett Field on Saturday, December 20.
Many common household products pose a hazard to the environment if dis-
posed of improperly. Materials such as used motor oil, paint, turpentine,
pesticides, and garden herbicides can damage the environment if tossed in
the trash, or poured down a storm drain. It’s easy to participate in either of
these programs. Leave the products in their original container; place them
in a cardboard box and drive to the event site. The entire process only takes
a few minutes and you never have to leave your car.
La Verne residents also have the option of utilizing Waste Management
to pick up electronic waste. Waste Management will accept electronic
waste (televisions, monitors, etc.) as part of their regular bulky item pick
–up program. There is no charge; however, it counts as one of the free
bulky pick – ups residents receive each year.
For more information on household hazardous waste or upcoming elec-
tronic waste collection events, call La Verne Customer Service at (909)
596-8744.
SPRINKLER SYSTEM TUNE-UP TIME
Once a year you should give your sprinkler system a “tune-up” to make
sure it is operating efficiently. Most people do this at the start of the irri-
gation season but making sure that water is not being wasted is always a
great idea. Additionally, it is smart to decrease water usage from those hot
summer months while we prepare for the cool and rainy season. First we’ll
look at some necessary definitions, and then take a look at how to tune-up
your sprinkler system.
Spray-type sprinklers (often simply called “spray heads” or “sprays”)
are the sprinklers that create a fixed fan-shaped spray pattern, somewhat
like a shower nozzle.
Rotor-type sprinklers (called “rotors”) are the sprinklers that have one
or more streams of water that rotate over the landscape. Some have a sin-
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gle stream that goes back and forth, or just goes in a complete circle.
Another type are called “stream rotors”, these have several fingers of water
that rotate around the sprinkler in the same direction and look like spider
legs. The bottom line is that if the sprinkler has a stream of water that
rotates, it is a rotor-type sprinkler.
A valve circuit or valve zone is a group of sprinklers that are all turned
on and off by the same valve. Most sprinkler systems have several valve
circuits, each controlled by a different valve. The valves might be manu-
ally operated, or they may be automatic valves that are turned on and off
by a controller (sometimes called a timer or irrigation clock). On the con-
troller, the valve circuits may be called valve stations.
Sprinkler System Tune-Up Step 1:
Set appropriate schedule – With the conclusion of the summer months
and the rainy season approaching, there is less of a need for constant water-
ing. Make sure to set the appropriate watering schedule needed for your
lawn. For the correct watering schedule for your landscape, visit the water-
ing calculator at www.bewaterwise.com.calculator.
Check for problems – Turn on each valve, one at a time, and carefully
inspect your irrigation system. Look for wet spots that indicate there might
be a leaking irrigation pipe. Repair any leaks.
Replace controller battery – Most irrigation controllers have a back-up
battery that maintains the time and program during power failures.
Typically it is a standard rectangular shaped 9-volt alkaline battery. Check
the battery in the irrigation controller and replace it if it is not fully charged,
or if it is more than a couple of years old. The battery is often located
behind the front panel of the controller.
Straighten any sprinkler heads that are leaning to the side – In most sit-
uations sprinkler heads need to be installed so that they are perpendicular
to the ground to work correctly. On a level area this means they would be
positioned straight up and down so that they do not lean towards any side.
If they lean to one side they may create dry spots and also waste lots of
water. On slopes, the general standard is to position the sprinkler heads
perpendicular (at a right angle) to the slope.
Replace any broken or malfunctioning sprinklers – Be sure to replace
broken sprinklers with the same brand and model as the other sprinklers on
the same valve circuit.
Sprinkler System Tune-Up Step 2:
Clean sprinklers – If you have spray – type sprinklers start by remov-
ing the nozzle from each head and cleaning the screen. The fan-shaped
spray of water out of each nozzle should be even and uniform across the
entire width.
Sprinkler System Tune-Up Step 3:
Adjust sprinklers – On top of each spray – type nozzle is a small radi-
um adjustment screw. Turn the adjustment screw to adjust each of your
spray-type sprinklers so that they don’t spray onto sidewalks or walls. If
spray-type heads are creating a lot of mist, try partially closing the adjust-
ment screws on them (turn the screw clockwise to reduce the misting). You
will likely discover that you can turn the screw considerably without it
actually reducing the spray distance. Partially closing the adjustment screw
will reduce the water pressure inside the nozzle, which will cut down on
how much mist is created. After adjusting, make sure that the spray from
the nozzle still goes all the way to the next sprinkler. When sprinklers are
properly spaced and adjusted the water from each sprinkler should spray all
the way to the next sprinkler in each direction. For rotors, the most com-
mon adjustment error is to try to create even coverage by breaking up the
water stream using the radius adjustment screw. Use the radius adjustment
only if you need to actually reduce the radius so the water doesn’t spray on
something like a sidewalk or the house.
To check the adjustment and coverage uniformity of your sprinklers,
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place identical-size cans (tuna cans work great), more or less evenly
spaced, throughout the area watered. The cans should be between 5 and 10
feet from each other. Keep the cans at least 3 feet from any sprinkler heads,
if they are closer than that to a sprinkler you will get inaccurate results, also
keep the cups at least 12” from the edge of sidewalks, curbs, patios, or other
paved surfaces. Run the sprinklers for a few minutes so that the cups are
at least 1/4 full. Now compare how much water is in the cups. When the
sprinklers are properly adjusted, each cup should have about the same
amount of water in it. It is not always possible to get it perfect if there is
an underlying design problem with the sprinkler system.
If you are interested in further information, the City offers specialty
classes on outdoor irrigation and conservation measures. To be included
on an interest list for the next available class, please contact La Verne
Customer Service at (909) 596-8744.
PARKING ENFORCEMENT
INCREASED
La Verne Police Department with Inter-Con Security have been work-
ing cooperatively to provide a more consistent parking enforcement pro-
gram throughout the City.
By utilizing independent contractors for parking enforcement activities,
sworn officers and other department personnel can be more freely assigned
to other pressing patrol issues while not disrupting the parking enforcement
needs. Although department personnel will continue to perform parking
enforcement duties on an as needed basis, contracted staff is dedicated to
that function ensuring consistent enforcement on a daily basis.
As a result of this new program, enforcement of overnight parking has
been increased. To assist residents in obtaining overnight parking permits,
the department’s website (www.lvpd.org) is being updated to process these
transactions, in the meantime, temporary permits are available from the
vending machine located outside the police department at 2061 Third
Street. Additionally, residents who do not have sufficient parking available
on their property may be eligible for an annual overnignt-parking permit.
Applications are available on-line or at the police department.
Anyone with questions can contact the on duty Watch Commander by
phone at (909) 596-1913 or e-mail watchcommander@lvpd.org; or con-
tacting Captain Darryl Seube at (909) 596-1913 ext 235.
SEVEN STEPS OF MAKING YOUR
HOME DISASTER READY – STEP 7
The last step involves checking for damages and injuries immediately
following an event. This seventh and final step of the series reminds read-
ers that once the dust has settled and your have tended to your damages and
injuries, continue following the Disaster Plan.
Following are some of the practices that are recommended by the
Southern California Earthquake Center (SCEC):
Days after the disaster
• Use the information and supplies you put together in your disaster
plans and kits.
• Until you are sure there are no gas leaks do not use open flames or
operate electrical equipment that could create a spark.
• Never use camp stoves, gas lanterns, heaters, grills or gas generators
indoors.
• Turn on your portable or car radio for information and advisories.
• Place all phone on the cradle.
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• Call your out of area contact and tell them you’re okay.
• Check on condition of neighbors.
• If power is out, plan meals to use refrigerated and frozen foods first.
• If water is off or not safe, drink water from water heater, melted ice
cubes or canned vegetable but avoid drinking from pools or spas.
• Do not eat or drink anything from open containers that is near
shattered glass.
What do you do if you can’t stay in your home – If you are afraid your
home is not safe to live in due to potential hazards, you may need to evac-
uate. While there will likely be shelters locally, they may be overcrowded
or lack basic services, so leaving your home because services are out or
minor damages have been sustained may not be the best option. However,
in the event you find evacuation is your best alternative, here are some
things to keep in mind.
• Let your out of area contact know.
• Take personal supplies, medication, eyewear, food and snacks,
blankets, pillow and sleeping bag, towel, supplies for infants.
• Remember a family picture or other comfort items.
• Bring personal identification and copies of household and health
insurance information.
• If you go to a shelter, remember do not take pets, large quantities of
clothes, or valuables.
First weeks after an Earthquake
After the initial effects of the event have passed, you and your family
will attempt to return to the normal routines and activities of school, work,
and home. However, it is just as important to keep in mind the emotional
care and recovery while re-establishing your life. In doing that, you should
take the following steps to ensure your home is safe to occupy and absent
from risks of collapse.
• If the gas has been turned off, arrange for the gas company to turn it
back on.
• If electricity went off and then back on, check electronic
equipment/appliances for damage.
• Inspect for water damage from broken lines.
• Locate and replace critical documents that were damaged or
destroyed.
• Contact your insurance agent to begin claims process.
Recovery items – If a Presidential Declaration is made, FEMA may
activate the Individuals and Households Program, which would provide the
following assistance:
• Home repair cash grants up to $26,000.
• Housing assistance in the form of reimbursement for short-term
lodging.
• Rental Assistance for up to 18 months.
• FEMA can be reached at www.fema.gov to find out about financial
assistance.
VETERANS’ DATA BASE
The City of La Verne is seeking names and addresses of La Verne’s mil-
itary veterans to help establish a list of men and women who have served
in the armed forces. This list will only be used by the City to inform vet-
erans of upcoming special events in the City and around the area. Please
call the Parks and Community Services Department at (909) 596-8700 for
more information.
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Proof of U.S. Citizenship - original, long-form (not “abstract”)

HOME DEPOT FILES APPLICATION birth certificate or original naturalization certificate
Two identical passport photos
Home Depot has filed an application to redevelop the former Foothill
Picture I.D. (i.e. driver’s license)
Ford dealership site to construct an 88,000 square foot Home Depot store
Two blank personal checks for each passport
and garden center. The plans are very preliminary and there are several
Both parents must appear for applicants under age 16 (notarized
steps of reviews that need to take place before it is heard before the
permission letter of Form DS-3053 may be substituted for one parent)
Planning Commission and City Council. First, any potential environmen-
All applicants, including children, must be present
tal impacts will need to be identified and addressed, and the City's
Community Development Department will need to review the project care- For additional information contact the Department of State at
fully to ensure that La Verne's high standards of development can be met www.travel.state.gov or (877) 487-2778 or visit the City website at
and that nearby residents’ privacy and quality of life is protected. All of this www.ci.la-verne.ca.us or (909) 596-8726.
is expected to take about a year to process, in which time Hyundai, and
potentially another auto dealer, will remain on the site until there is an
approval for the project. Stay tuned for more information on this exciting
project in future articles. Should you have any questions, please contact the THE CORY HILTZ SMILING HEART
Community Development Department at (909) 596-8706.
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
HANDS-ON-HISTORY CAMPAIGN La Verne lost a hero, Cory Hiltz, on June 28, 2007 due to a roadside
bomb in Iraq. A special banner replaced Cory’s original banner on July 12,
Hands-on-History program has made California history come alive for displaying 20 white stars for each of his years of life. A special Scholarship
students in the Bonita Unified School District for over 20 years. Reliving fund has been set up by his parents. The Cory Hiltz Smiling Heart
the lives of early Californians students participate in unique outdoor set- Memorial Scholarship fund will hand pick students who have a good heart
tings designed as specific camp activities representing Indian Days, and are “most like” Cory to receive college funds. All La Verne High
Rancho Days, and Gold Rush Days. School students are eligible. Please make all donation checks to Lutheran
Due to the current California State budget crisis, the Bonita Unified High School of La Verne and write Cory Hiltz on the memo line of your
School District has been forced to make many difficult budget reductions. check. Lutheran High School is located at 3960 Fruit Street, La Verne. For
The Bonita PTA Council, Friends within the Cities of La Verne and San more information call (909) 593-4494.
Dimas, with support from the Bonita Unified School District, agree that
this special program experience needs to continue for our students today
and in the future.
As one fourth grade student shared, “The camp days and learning was
really fun! My mom remembers when she did it when she was my age.”
The Hands-on-History program has made a direct and lasting impact on
student learning. Hands-on-History is a historical tradition in the commu-
nities of La Verne and San Dimas.
This is a worthwhile program that seeks your support. Please make a
donation in any amount to the Hands-on-History campaign. Make all
donations payable to: Bonita Council PTA with the notation: Hands-on-
History. Donations should be mailed to the Bonita Unified School District,
115 W. Allen Avenue, San Dimas, CA 91773.
This outstanding community program needs your support to continue.
The 2008-2009 program cost is $45,000. We thank you and appreciate
your consideration as we try to reach this goal.

US PASSPORT APPLICATION AND

PHOTO SERVICES AVAILABLE AT
CITY HALL
Effective Tuesday, July 1, 2008, you can get all of your Passport needs
met at La Verne City Hall, where our one-stop service now offers Passports
photos at $15 per set.
Currently all U.S. Citizens who travel by air must have a valid passport
for travel between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and
Bermuda. At a later date, travel between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico,
Central and South America, the Caribbean and Bermuda by land or sea
(including ferries), may be required to present a valid U.S. passport or other
documents as required by the Department of Homeland Security.
Items you will need to apply for a passport:
Passport application – completed, but not signed

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CITY CORNER W H O
Have you ever needed a city service, but didn’t know where or
whom to call? Below are some numbers that may assist you.
ADMINISTRATION ....................................................596-8726
ANIMAL CONTROL Humane Society..........................623-9777
BANNERS Parks/Community Services .......................596-8700
BOUNCE HOUSE PERMITS Parks/Community Services596-8700
CITY BEAUTIFICATION Parks/Community Services.......596-8700
BUILDING PERMITS Community Development...........596-8713
BUSINESS LICENSE DEPARTMENT ...........................596-8722
BUSINESS LOANS & GRANTS Com. Development .....596-8706
CABLE TELEVISION Time Warner.....................(888) 892-2253
CITY COUNCIL Administration ...................................596-8726
CITY LANDSCAPE MAINT. Parks/Com. Services .........596-8700
CITY RECORDS City Clerk's Office .............................596-8726
CODE ENFORCEMENT Police Department ................596-1913
COMMUNITY CENTER Parks/Community Services ......596-8776
COMMUNITY CENTER RENTALS Parks/Com. Serv.......596-8700
DISASTER PREPAREDNESS Fire Department.............596-5991
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Community Development596-8706
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Personnel.................596-8760
ENCROACHMENT PERMITS Public Works ..................596-8741
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Com. Development..........596-8706
FACILITY RENTALS/CITY Parks/Com. Services .............596-8700
FEES/ASSESSMENTS/TAXES Finance Department ....596-8716
FINANCE DEPARTMENT ...........................................596-8716
FIRE PREVENTION Fire Department ..........................596-5991
FLOOD CONTROL Los Angeles County .............(626) 458-5100
FREEWAY INFORMATION Community Development....596-8706
GET ABOUT TRANSPORTATION - Dispatch .................596-5964
GET ABOUT TRANSPORTATION - Office......................593-7511
GRADING Community Development..........................596-8706
GRAFFITI HOTLINE Community Development .............596-8787
GRANTS/BLOCK Community Development ................596-8706
GRANTS/BUSINESS Community Development...........596-8706
HERITAGE TREES Community Development ..............596-8706
HISTORIC PRESERVATION Com. Development...........596-8706
HOME OCCUPATION PERMITS Finance Department ..596-8716
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HOUSING ASSISTANCE Community Development......596-8706
JOB LINE ................................................................596-8760
LA VERNE HISTORY Administration ...........................596-8726
LA VERNE LIBRARY .................................................596-1934
MOBILE HOME RENT CONTROL Administration .........596-8726
MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS City Clerk's Office..................596-8726
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH Police Department ............596-1913
NUTRITION CENTER Parks/Community Services .........596-8778
PARK MAINTENANCE Parks/Community Services ......596-8700
POMONA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY .......596-7664
PARK PROGRAMS Parks/Community Services ...........596-8700
PARK SHELTER PERMITS Parks/Community Services..596-8700
PARKS/COMMUNITY SERVICES ................................596-8700
PLANNING DEPARTMENT .........................................596-8706
PRESCHOOL/CITY Parks/Community Services ...........596-8700
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT ................................596-8741
PUBLIC WORKS PERMITS Public Works Department .596-8741
RECREATION ACTIVITIES Parks/Com. Services ...........596-8700
RECREATION INCLUSION Parks/Community Services..596-8700
RECYCLING Public Works Department ......................596-8744
SCHOOLS/SCHOOL FEES Bonita School District .......599-6787
SENIOR LUNCH PROGRAM ......................................596-8778
SENIOR SERVICES Parks/Community Services .........596-8700
SEWER Public Works Department ............................596-8741
SIGN INFORMATION Planning Department ...............596-8706
STREETS AND HIGHWAYS Public Works Department 596-8741
TRAFFIC LIGHTS Public Works Department ...............596-8741
TRASH Waste Management ....................................599-1274
TRANSIT STORE/CITY Parks/Community Services........596-8700
TREE PRESERVATION Planning Department .............596-8706
TREE TRIMMING/CITY Parks/Community Services.......596-8700
VETERANS’ HALL RENTAL Parks/Com. Services .........596-8700
WASTE DISPOSAL Waste Management.....................599-1274
WATER SERVICE/INQUIRIES Customer Service...........596-8744
WEED ABATEMENT Fire Department.........................596-5991
ZONING INFORMATION Community Development .....596-8706
YARD SALE PERMITS Finance Department................596-8716
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A S S I S TA N C E , P R O G R A M S ,
YOUTH AND FAMILY ACTION COMMITTEE (YFAC) PROGRAMS
The Youth & Family Action Committee is the focal point for citizen
participation in La Verne's community oriented policing program fighting
against drug and alcohol abuse, gang activity and other destructive behav-
iors. The committee is open to all interested citizens and organizations.
Meetings are conducted year-round on the fourth Tuesday of every
month at 6:30PM in the City Hall Council Chambers.
WHO YA GONNA CALL – Following is a list of local programs,
services, and agencies that are available to assist parents and local pro-
fessionals in dealing with issues involving troubled youth. The Youth and
Family Action Committee has compiled this list to provide residents a
quick reference to services at their disposal.
THE PARENT/TEEN PROJECT – This 11-week course is
designed to assist parents who are having difficulty communicating with
their teenage child. Issues focus around defiance, running away, depres-
sion, use of alcohol/drugs and other common issues that occur with ado-
lescents. The course is developed with a group format where parents and
teens initially meet separately with their peer groups on developing com-
munication and skill sets. The two groups are then brought together for
the remaining sessions to initiate communication and understanding with
one another. Classes are scheduled throughout the year at the David and
Margaret Home. Individuals interested in attending the course should
contact the David and Margaret Home at (909) 596-5921.
ALCOHOL & DRUG ABUSE INTERVENTION COUNSEL-
ING – Counseling is available at Bonita High School, Ramona Middle
School and Chaparral Continuation High School through licensed pro-
fessionals.
HIRE-A-YOUTH PROGRAM – For help in seeking part-time
employment, contact the Bonita Unified School District Office of Career
and Continuing Education at (909) 971-8200.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS - Many employers have
employee assistance programs that provide counseling for employees and
their family members. Check with your employer’s human resources
department.
PARENT RESOURCE DIRECTORY – A 31 page booklet devel-
oped by the city and school district geared towards providing parents with
tips on how to approach some tough topics as well as a list of area inter-
vention services. Information is included on child safety, substance
abuse, gangs, and general parenting tips. Copies of the directory are
available at the City Manager’s Office located in City Hall.
YOUTH SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES – One of the keys to pre-
venting destructive behaviors among young people is to keep them
involved and busy in community and/or school activities. For informa-
tion, call the Parks and Community Services Department at (909) 596-
8700.
LA VERNE POLICE DEPT. – A variety of prevention and inter-
vention services for troubled youth are available. Call (909) 596-1913.
MENTOR PROGRAM – Middle School students are matched with
volunteer college student mentors from the University of La Verne who
serve as tutors, special friends and role models. Contact Ramona Middle
School at (909) 394-3181.
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TRI-CITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER – Located at 2008 N.
Garey Avenue, Pomona, this public agency provides counseling and treat-
ment services to residents of La Verne and neighboring communities. For
information, call (909) 623-6131.
HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN – Check your health insurance plan
to find out what type of mental health benefits are available. Most plans
provide for counseling and treatment.
CHURCHES AND RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS – Most church-
es have programs and clergy to assist young people. For information,
contact the Pomona Inland Valley Council of Churches at (909) 622-
3806.
GENERATION TO GENERATION - Is a program involving senior
citizens as coaches, mentors, and positive role models helping elementary
school students read at grade level. This is accomplished by matching
senior citizen volunteers with students in after school programs at the
local schools. Members of the community who are interested in partici-
pating should contact Bill Aguirre by calling the Parks & Community
Services Department at (909) 596-8700.
PIVCC COMMUNITY HARVEST PROGRAM
Don’t let that orange go to waste! Or that peach, plum, lemon or what-
ever excess fruits or vegetables that grow in your yard. The Pomona
Inland Valley Council of Churches can deliver those precious gifts to the
hungry through its food program.
Here is what you do: Put your produce in bags or boxes. Call Beta
Food Site at (909) 622-7278 or Our Lady of the Assumption at (909) 626-
3596 to have it picked up.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call the Beta Food Site.
Thanks to everyone who makes this program a success. Your donation
makes a difference to those who are hungry in our communities.
PIVCC HUNGER PROGRAM
Since 1968, the Pomona-Inland Valley Council of Churches has been
serving the twelve cities of the Pomona Valley. PIVCC is comprised of
member churches working together with local businesses and volunteers
to meet the needs of those less fortunate in our area. PIVCC operates
three hunger sites (San Dimas, Pomona, and Ontario), which include a
homeless shelter and a
transitional housing program. For more information on any of our
programs, or to volunteer, please phone (909) 622-3806. PIVCC assists
all people regardless of race, ethnicity, or religious affiliation. Once again
the PIVCC counts on community support and donations. Call (909) 622-
3806 to see how you can help!
SENIOR CITIZENS’ ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The La Verne City Council established a Senior Advisory Committee
in October 1989. This committee has been responsible for all of the
senior activities, lunch program, Dinner Dance Extravaganza, etc. If you
would like to share your thoughts, ideas, or concerns, please plan to
attend these public meetings held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month
from 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM at the La Verne Community Center. Your
input is important!
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SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM
Did you know that in January we celebrated our 16th year of the
Senior Nutrition Program? Though you may know about the lunch pro-
gram, not everyone does. Someone you know may have recently turned
60, or maybe someone just moved into your mobile home park or apart-
ment complex. All seniors are welcome and we especially encourage La
Verne residents to take advantage of this great program.
Besides the variety of food on the menu, this program also provides
socialization, friendship, and a fun place to meet people. The nutrition
program offers lots of volunteer opportunities also. See page 26 for more
information on senior meals.
We invite first time participants to "eat on us". Below is a coupon for
a complimentary lunch at the La Verne Senior Lunch program.
THURSDAY EARLY DINERS’ DINNER SPECIAL CELEBRATES 1 YEAR
Come and enjoy an early dinner at the Community Center every
Thursday evening at 5:00 PM. This is a good opportunity for the work-
ing senior to be able to enjoy a nutritious meal and benefit from one of
the services the Community Center offers. Anyone 60 years or over and
their spouse (regardless of age) may attend. Reservations MUST be
called in by 11:00 AM on the Tuesday prior to the dinner. A suggested
donation of $2 is greatly appreciated to help offset the cost of meals. To
make reservations call (909) 596-8778.
The Senior Nutrition Program is held Monday through Friday. Lunch
is served at 11:30 AM. Reservations are required and MUST be made at
least one working day in advance before 11:00 AM. “Your Choice” meal
day reservations must be made two days in advance. No reservations will
be taken after 11:00 AM for the next day. Upon your first visit you will
be asked to complete a short in-take form that includes verification of age.
You need to check in by 11:15 AM.
CAT SPAY AND NEUTER FUND
The Inland Valley Humane Society (IVHS) and S.P.C.A. would like to
take this opportunity to introduce the Cat Spay and Neuter Fund for the
City of La Verne seniors. The fund assists senior cat owners in spaying
and neutering their cats.
Residents of La Verne may apply for a Cat Spay and Neuter Fund
voucher by showing proof of residency (current utility bill), a Medicare
or Medi-Cal card and a photo ID at the Inland Valley Humane Society. A
co-pay of $5 dollars for a male cat and $10 for a female cat will be due
at the time of application.
After receiving the voucher, it’s simply a matter of calling one of the
participating veterinarians provided by IVHS to make an appointment.
It’s simple. It’s easy. For additional information call Shelia at (909) 623-
9777.
LA VERNE YOUTH SPORTS COMMITTEE
The La Verne Youth Sports Committee meets the first Wednesday of
January, March, May, July, September, and November at 6:30 PM in La
Verne City Hall, 3660 "D" Street. The public is welcome to attend all
meetings.
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TRI-CITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER
Tri-City Mental Health Center is a public mental health system agency
founded in 1960 by the cities of La Verne, Claremont and Pomona to
meet the mental health needs of their citizens. The agency provides high
quality, culturally competent, behavioral healthcare treatment, prevention
and education in its core cities and to surrounding communities. In order
to help prevent or reduce mental health problems. The agency provides
services primarily to adults with severe, acute and/or chronic mental
health problems, and to children with emotional disturbances who are at
risk of developing serious mental health problems.
Tri-City’s many services include psychological evaluations, outpatient
treatment and counseling, family therapy, alcohol and drug treatment,
education and counseling, and homeless services.
CHILDREN AND ADULT SERVICES
2008 NORTH GAREY, POMONA, 91767
(909) 623-6131
LA VERNE COMMUNITY TELEVISION
The City of La Verne's current public access television station is
LVTV 3. The City contracts with the University of La Verne's
Communication Department to run the station. The bulk of the program-
ming is created by the university's broadcasting students as part of their
course work.
Programming includes school board meetings, college and high
school sports, Senior Voices, Focus on Education, Focus on Technology,
La Verne Report (a student produced show with segments on intermedi-
ate, high school, and university happenings), concerts, plays, political
candidate forums, and a live show, "TALK BACK", that looks at nation-
al issues from a regional perspective and features audience participation
via call-ins and e-mail.
FAIR HOUSING FOUNDATION
Are you being "steered"? Being shown neighborhoods where most
people are of the same race, color, or national origin as you is called racial
steering...and that's against the law. You have the right to live in any
neighborhood you choose. If you suspect unfair housing practices, con-
tact HUD or your local Fair Housing Center. Everyone deserves a fair
chance.
The Fair Housing Foundation is a non-profit organization that is con-
tracted by the City to provide free services to residents. Services include:
landlord/tenant counseling, education and outreach, and discrimination
complaints. All services are free. They can be contacted Monday
through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at (310) 901-0808 or (800) 446-
FAIR.
COMMUNITY CENTER YOUTH LOUNGE POLICY
The La Verne Community Center has a youth lounge equipped with a
billiards table, foosball and a television. The youth lounge can be used
by anyone ten years of age or older. An adult 18 or older must accompa-
ny children under the age of ten. A Community Center photo identifica-
tion card is required for use of the youth lounge. To obtain an identifica-
tion card a parent permission slip and a photo of the child must be placed
on file. In addition, there is a registration fee of $1, which must be
renewed annually in September. To receive necessary forms, have a
photo taken, and pay the fee, stop by the Community Center office. The
lounge hours vary, so please call for current hours at (909) 596-8776.
COMMUNITY CENTER SENIOR LOUNGE
The senior lounge is open to anyone 21 years of age or older. Enjoy
the use of game tables, TV and fireplace. Seniors have priority for use of
the senior lounge. Photo identification may be requested upon
Community Center staff’s discretion.
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BE MADE AT LEAST TWO WEEKS IN ADVANCE. Reservations

RENTAL INFORMATION may be made and permits issued from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Monday
through Thursday. Come in and pick up a packet or call (909) 596-8700
BANNER SPACE RENTAL
for more information.
The City of La Verne has two locations where individuals, groups and
organizations may apply to either hang a banner or place a sign. The loca-
tions are: PARK PERMITS - If you wish to have a company picnic, special
1. Bonita Avenue, just west of “D” Street - The banner must be 30’ x event or a gathering of 50 people or more at one of our many beautiful
3’ in size, must have ring snaps and hooks every 20 inches across the top, parks, you MUST stop by the Parks and Community Services Office and
wind holes and 30 feet of nylon rope at each corner. obtain a park permit. Permits may be obtained up to a year in advance
2. Corner of Bonita Avenue and “D” Street - The sign must be 6 feet and MUST BE OBTAINED AT LEAST TWO WEEKS IN ADVANCE.
in length by 26 inches in width. Permits are issued from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday.
The Parks and Community Services Department will accept walk-in Stop by and see us or give us a call at (909) 596-8700 for further infor-
reservations on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations will be mation.
accepted by telephone or FAX. Full payment must be made at the time
of application, and an application must be made at least 15 days in LAS FLORES AQUATICS CENTER - Are you having a summer
advance. Banner space may be reserved up to one year in advance. company picnic, a summer church outing, or an end-of-year school
Applications are accepted from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through party? How about having a picnic at beautiful Las Flores Park and adding
Thursday. a couple of hours of swimming to your fun-filled day. NOTE: Aquatics
A one-day rental rate of $50 will be charged, which includes the cost Center may be rented from the first of June through the third week of
of putting up and taking down the banner. Additional days (subject to August.
availability) are $10 per day with a 7-day maximum. For more information and reservations, call the Parks and Community
A deposit of $25 is required and will be refunded in full provided the Services Office at (909) 596-8700. Reservations may be made Monday
banner is picked up within three working days of notification. through Thursday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Reservations may be made
Banners must be brought to the Community Services Office, 3660 "D" up to one year in advance and MUST BE MADE AT LEAST TWO
Street, La Verne, at least two working days prior to hanging date. For fur- WEEKS IN ADVANCE.
ther information call (909) 596-8700.
NOTE: Consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in all City
PARK AND FACILITY RENTALS park facilities. Animals (including reptiles, birds, etc.) and motor-driven
vehicles are also prohibited. A park permit must be obtained for the use
LA VERNE COMMUNITY CENTER - located at 3680 "D" Street
of electronic equipment, amplified music or amplification systems.
behind the La Verne City Hall and next to the La Verne Library. For
Radios must be used so as not to disturb other park users.
almost nineteen years the Community Center has played host to hundreds
of wedding receptions, banquets, parties and business meetings. A rental
can accommodate groups from 25 up to 250. The spacious 4,000 square
foot main hall with contemporary colors and furnishings lends itself
beautifully to a variety of events. Reservations may be made up to one
year in advance. Call (909) 596-8700 for further information.
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
VETERANS’ HALL - located at 1550 Bonita Avenue at the south-
east corner of Wheeler and Bonita. Many know it as the home of activi- Bonita High School 971-8220
ties including: Preschool, Gymnastics, Parent Education Program,
Contra Dance, VFW Post 12034, and a wide variety of adult dance class- Bonita Unified School District 971-8200
es. Veterans’ Hall, with a new wood floor, stage and modern kitchen, is Chamber of Commerce 593-5265
perfect for a party of up to 80 people. Reservations may be made up to
one year in advance. Call (909) 596-8700 to inquire about booking this Emergency Fire 911
wonderful facility for your next event. Parking for events must utilize on- Fire Department (Business) 596-5991
street parking.
Emergency Police 911
WHEELER AVENUE PARK - located at 1499 Palomares, has two Police Department (Business) 596-1913
lighted adult softball fields and a basketball court. This facility caters to
over 200 adult softball teams each year. This is an excellent site for week- La Verne City Hall 596-8726
end tournaments or private league use. There are discount rates for non-
profit organizations. Call (909) 596-8700 for more information. La Verne Library 596-1934
Mt. San Antonio College 594-5611
PARK SHELTER RENTALS - Would you like to have a birthday
party at your local park without fighting for a picnic shelter? Would you Parks & Community Services Department 596-8700
like to have your wedding in the gazebo at beautiful Heritage Park? Is Community Senior Services 621-9900
your company looking for a nice park where they can hold their annual
picnic? Are you looking for a park to hold your family reunion, business Tri-City Mental Health Center 623-6131
meeting, or large group gathering? If the answer is yes, stop by the Parks
and Community Services Department and check out our Park Shelter Senior Citizen Helpline 625-4600
Rental Program. Pomona-Inland Valley Council/Churches 622-3806
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Transportation
M E T R O, S H U T T L E ,
TRANSIT STORE
The Parks and Community Services Office has a Transit Store to serve
our customers' transportation needs. Passes may be purchased Monday
through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. For further information
please call (909) 596-8700.
FOOTHILL TRANSIT
Foothill Transit 31-Day bus passes may be purchased for
Elderly/Disabled, Student (K-12), Local Lines, and Commuter Express
Lines Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
MTA PASSES
Regular, Disabled, Senior, and EZ monthly passes may be purchased
Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
FOOTHILL TRANSIT AND METROLINK
SUBSIDY PROGRAMS
ARE SUBJECT TO RESIDENCY
RE-VERIFICATION ON A YEARLY BASIS
FOOTHILL TRANSIT SUBSIDY
Subsidized monthly passes are available for the Commuter Express.
To purchase this pass La Verne residents must provide proof of La Verne
residency in the form of a current utility bill AND proof of current
employment from an agency located along the westward bus route.
Quantities are limited and tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served
basis from the 25th of each month through the 10th day of the following
month. For current subsidized rates, please contact us at (909) 596-8700.
METROLINK SUBSIDY
The City has a subsidized Metrolink program for La Verne residents.
Monthly passes are available from the Pomona Station to destinations
along the westward route. To purchase these passes La Verne residents
must provide proof of La Verne residency in the form of a current utility
bill AND proof of current employment along the westward route.
Quantities are limited and tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served
basis from the 25th of each month through the 10th day of the following
month. For current subsidized rates, please contact us at (909) 596-8700.
SENIOR BUS PASS PROGRAM
The City offers a Senior Bus Pass Program for La Verne residents.
Seniors, ages 62 or older, may purchase a Foothill Transit senior bus pass
OR an MTA EZ pass for a subsidized fee. Seniors need to provide proof
of age as well as proof of La Verne residency in the form of a current util-
ity bill. There are limited passes available, so please call (909) 596-8700
for space availability and for current, subsidized rates.
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Transportation
B U S PA S S E S
GET ABOUT TICKETS
Get About is a "dial-a-ride" transportation program for senior citizens
and persons with disabilities servicing La Verne, San Dimas, Claremont,
and Pomona. The Department has subsidized Get About tickets for resi-
dents who are 60 years of age or older and/or who are disabled. Books of
12 tickets may be purchased for $5. Senior/disabled residents must apply
for a Get About membership card at 141 South Spring Street, Claremont.
After obtaining a membership card, tickets may be purchased at City Hall
3660 “D” Street, La Verne, by providing proof of La Verne residency in
the form of a current utility bill, proof of age or disability, and the Get
About membership card.
GET ABOUT TRANSPORTATION
DAYS & TIMES: Weekdays: 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturdays: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Sundays: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
LOCATION: 141 S. Spring Street, Claremont
TELEPHONE: Dispatch – (909) 596-5964
(To make trip arrangements)
Main Office – (909) 621-9900
(To register for program)
METRO ACCESS
Metro Access is a transportation service designed to provide new free-
dom to persons with disabilities who are unable to use traditional bus and
train service such as the MTA or Foothill Transit services. Their disabil-
ity does not have to be permanent; people with temporary disabilities can
also qualify.
Specially equipped vans and taxis provide high-quality curb-to-curb
paratransit or “dial-a-ride” service. Eligible riders may use Metro Access
to go almost anywhere in the service area for any reason. The current ser-
vice area includes Los Angeles County as well as Montclair Plaza. Metro
Access operates during the hours the regular fixed route bus is in service.
In many areas this means service is available twenty-four hours a day, just
like on a regular transit bus.
To apply, obtain current rates, or get general information, call Metro
Access (800) 827-0829 or (800) 827-1359 for hearing impaired).
EDUCATIONAL EXCURSIONS
Educational excursions, provided by the City of La Verne and the
Bonita Unified School District are open to the public. Fliers regarding
specific excursions are available in the Parks and Community Services
Department. For further information call the Bonita Unified School
District at (909) 971-8330, extension 5301.
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F U N F O R T H E W H O L E F A M I LY
HALLOWEEN COLORING CONTEST 28TH ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARADE
(Co-sponsored by the Old Town Merchant’s Association) (Co-sponsored by the CVS
Participants may pick up contest forms through the school, Old Town Shopping Center Merchants’
Area merchants, or at the Community Services Department starting Association and the Parks and
October 1. Prizes will be donated by the Old Town Merchants to win- Community Services Department)
ning entries. Prizes will be awarded at the Old Town Harvest Festival on Join us for a fun-filled Saturday
October 18. Participants will be judged in different age divisions. morning, rain or shine, October 25 at
Entries will be on display in the Old Town businesses from October 20 the CVS Shopping Center at Foothill
to October 31. NOTE: If participants wish to pick up their creations they Boulevard and Wheeler Avenue in La
may do so after November 3. Winners will be notified. Verne for the annual parade.
PICK UP La Verne Parks & Community Services Office, DATE: Sat, Oct 25
FORMS AT: 3660 “D” Street, public schools, TIME: 10:00 AM – Sharp
Old Town Merchants AGES: 10 and under
DATES: Oct 1 through Oct 16 FEE: Free
AGES: 3 to 12 years LOCATION: CVS Shopping Center, corner of Foothill
DIVISIONS: 3 & 4 years; 5 & 6 years and Wheeler Avenue
7, 8 and 9 years; 10, 11 and 12 years
10:00 AM - SHARP!
FEE: FREE
The parade starts at Indy Mac Bank and follows around the entire
DEADLINE: Thursday, Oct 16
shopping center providing a great opportunity for the children to show off
their costumes and gather treats from the merchants.
5TH ANNUAL HARVEST PUMPKIN PATCH-CAR SHOW
Come choose your pumpkin and check out the beautiful display of 11:00 AM - SHARP!
classic cars on Saturday October 25. Heritage Park gives the perfect A random drawing will be held in front of CVS for prizes. You must
backdrop to enjoy a part of the past with our 6th Annual Classic Car register to be eligible to win. Entry blanks are available at the Parks and
Show. Music, prizes, 50/50 drawing, food, hayrides, and antique farm Community Services Office and the CVS Shopping Center Merchants.
equipment are all a part of the fun. Co-sponsored with the Shortimers Winners must be present at the time of the drawing.
Club. Hours for show are 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. If interested in show-
ing your pre-1975 car or truck please call (909) 593-2862 or visit our
website @ www.laverneheritage.org. THE PHANTOM’S PHONE CALL
PLACE: Heritage Park, 5001 Via De Mansion Children may fill out registration forms at the
North of 210 fwy off of Wheeler Vons Halloween Parade on Saturday, October 25, or
and Via De Mansion stop by the Parks and Community Services Office.
DATE: Saturday, Oct 25 Registration forms must be submitted by Friday,
TIME: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM October 31, by 5:00 PM at the La Verne Community
LOCATION Heritage Park, 5001 Via De Mansion Center (no drop-box please). Children’s names will
be drawn at random and the first 10 children who are at home when the
HERITAGE HARVEST PUMPKIN PATCH phantom calls will win a gift from Mrs. Nelson’s Toy and Book Shop.
Our rural atmosphere makes the Heritage Foundation Pumpkin Patch One registration per person, duplicates will be disqualified.
a wonderful place to pick out your pumpkin. We have hay rides, animals, DATE: Friday, October 31
pumpkins of every size and great photo opportunities. This is our 18th TIME: Entries must be turned in to the La Verne
year to offer your family a spot in the country along with a little history Community Center (no drop-box please) by
5:00 PM on Oct 31. Phone calls will be made at
of La Verne to enjoy. The Pumpkin Patch is open to the public from 8:00 PM on Halloween night, Oct 31
Saturday, October 11 through Thursday, October 30 at Heritage Park. AGES: 12 and under
Weekend hours are from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM and weekday hours are FEE: Free
from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. School tours begin weekdays from Oct. 14
through Oct. 30th. If your school is interested please call for reservations.
For more information visit our website @ www.laverneheritage.org or OLD TOWN MERCHANTS SAFE TRICK-OR-TREATING
call at (909) 593-2862. Friday, October 31, stop by the Old Town shops
Heritage Park between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM and receive a treat. This
5001 Via De Mansion, is a great way for young children to safely go trick-or-
North of 210 fwy off of Wheeler and Via De Mansion treating.

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LA VERNE HARVEST FESTIVAL AND SCARECROW CONTEST
Old Town La Verne will host its annual Harvest
Festival on Saturday, October 18, from 9:00 AM to
3:00 PM. The Harvest Festival will be held in his-
toric Old Town La Verne at “D” Street and Third
Streets with an abundance of sights, sounds,
smells, and colors of the fall season. The very
popular Scarecrow contest will be one of the high-
lights of the event, with cash prizes for the top
entries. The Harvest Festival will be held concur-
rently with the University of La Verne Homecoming
weekend events, which include a football game and other
festivities.
Quality handcrafted items and works of art will be featured with a
variety of artisans displaying and selling their creations. Besides the
many arts and crafts vendors, the wide variety of local La Verne mer-
chants and restaurants will also be open for your shopping and enjoy-
ment.
Free face painting, free balloon artist, and a free petting zoo will be
provided for the children, along with affordable pony rides and other kid-
die attractions. Music and other local entertainment will be provided at
the Mainero Square stage area. And you can’t have a festival without
great food! Hot food, snacks, and soft drinks will be available for the
entire family.
The Scarecrow contest is free to enter and open to all individuals,
groups and families. Just create a traditional scarecrow resembling scare-
crows that have been in fields and gardens for centuries. And be sure to
add your own special theme! Anything goes so long as it’s in good taste.
Judging will be by popular vote of festival visitors. NEW this year: Kids
vs. Adults. Call (909) 596-8706 for a Scarecrow Contest entry form. Call
Family Festival at (626) 357-7442 for a vendor application or more infor-
mation.
DATE: Sat, Oct 18
TIME: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Old Town La Verne, “D” and Third Streets
CHRISTMAS TREE FARM AT HERITAGE PARK
Bring the family to Heritage Park to experience
Christmas on a farm. Stroll our historic park and
enjoy the fragrance and beauty of some of the nicest
Christmas trees around. Choose from the finest in
Noble, Grand and Douglas first fresh cut from
Oregon. Weekend “sleigh” rides through the orange
orchard are $1. Sales begin Saturday, November 29
and will continue until Christmas Eve. Hours will be
weekends 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM and weekdays from 12:00 PM to 8:30
PM. For current information visit our website @ www.laverne-
heritage.org or call (909) 593-2862.
Heritage Park
5001 Via De Mansion,
North of 210 fwy off of Wheeler and Via De Mansion
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
Holiday Open House in Old Town will be held on Saturday,
November 29 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A fine display of classic cars
will be presented for your viewing from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Bring an
unwrapped toy to be distributed to a needy La Verne child.
See Santa arrive in a vintage vehicle. Free photos with Santa will be
taken in the afternoon. Browse the shops and enjoy light refreshments.
For more information on the car show and toy drive, please call (909)
593-4936.
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TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
The annual City tree lighting ceremony will be held on Monday,
December 1, at 6:00 PM before the City Council meeting. The ceremo-
ny will be held in front of City Hall located at 3660 “D” Street, La Verne.
There will be entertainment, and a special visit by Santa Claus is planned.
WINTER WONDERLAND IN LA VERNE
Join us on Saturday, December 13, at Heritage Park, adjacent to the
beautiful Christmas tree lot, for the ninth annual “Winter Wonderland”!
Children ages 1 through 12 can enjoy a variety of events. Two 60-foot
snow runs and two 30’ x 30’ snow play lands both with real snow will be
featured. Children can choose from a variety of crafts in the craft area,
enjoy a cup of hot cocoa and a doughnut at “Mrs. Claus’ cozy Kitchen”,
and of course visit Santa at the gazebo. Parents be sure to bring your
cameras for this wonderful photo opportunity. Kids should dress for
snow: mittens, gloves, boots and jackets. Sliding saucers will be provid-
ed. There will also be refreshments for sale. Anyone wishing to have a
booth should contact Nicole Bresciani at (909) 596-8776 beginning
November 1. In the event of rain, “Winter Wonderland” will be held at
the La Verne Community Center, located at 3680 “D” Street.
DATE: Sat, Dec 13
AGES: 1 to 12 years (Children 6 years and under must be
accompanied by an adult)
TIME: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
FEE: $10 per person (includes snow play, snack, craft
and visit with Santa)
CODE: 141044-01
LOCATION: Heritage Park, 5001 Via De Mansion
*Please note: You must pre-register. This is a sell out event! Limited
to the first 450 people – first come, first served. Don’t wait to sign up!
All participants must arrive by 11:45 AM or their "passport to fun" will
be issued to those on the waiting list.
CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING PROGRAM
As part of the City of La Verne’s curbside recycling program, we are
happy to provide Christmas Tree Recycling. If you have curbside recy-
cling accessible to you, please remove all decorations and the stand and
place your Christmas tree next to your recycling bins. A separate truck
will pick-up your tree and take it to be recycled in alternative daily cover
at the landfill. Curbside Christmas tree recycling will be available for two
weeks after Christmas on Friday, December 26, and Wednesday, January
2. If you do not have curbside recycling available to you, please call 1-
888-CLEAN LA (toll free) for a free drop-off location near you. The
drop-off program is sponsored by the Los Angeles County Department of
Public Works. Your participation in this program helps to keep tons of
materials out of the landfill and helps to preserve much needed landfill
space.
You must remove the tree stand or tree won’t be recycled.
If you have any questions, please call Customer Service at (909) 596-
8744. Thank you for your participation!
PICK YOUR OWN ORANGES AT HERITAGE PARK
Enjoy a “Slice of La Verne’s Past” while picking some of the best tast-
ing oranges around. The Heritage Foundation offers you one of the last
working orange groves in the area as a place to enjoy with your family.
We supply the bags and pickers and are open Saturdays beginning
January 3 and continuing through mid March. Hours are 9:00 AM until
3:00 PM.
Heritage Park
5001 Via De Mansion,
North of 210 freeway off of Wheeler and Via De Mansion
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DISASTER PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP
As part of City of La Verne's ongoing efforts to be prepared in the
event of a disaster, this meeting is meant to bring together all of the lead-
ers of clubs, organizations, churches, mobile home parks, and businesses
that will need to work together in the event of a disaster. Guest speakers
will include representatives from the La Verne Fire Department and the
Red Cross. An update of the City's plans will be reviewed. This group
only meets twice a year, so, if you're interested, please call Nikole
Bresciani at (909) 596-8776.
DATE: Session #1-Tues, Jan 5
Session #2-Tues, June 2
TIME: 4:00 to 5:00 PM
AGES: 18 & up
FEE: Free
LOCATION: Community Center, Craft Room, 3680 "D" Street
62ND ANNUAL CAMMELLIA SHOW
Residents will be pleased to have this wonderful two-day event taking
place at the La Verne Community Center. The Pomona Valley Camellia
Society's 62nd Annual Camellia Show will be sure to create a fun, edu-
cational and inspirational arena for all levels of "gardening lovers".
This is a two-day event. Placement of blooms for judging will be
Community Sports Information
LA VERNE/SAN DIMAS AYSO
The La Verne/San Dimas region of the American
Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) is open to all
boys and girls between the ages of 5 to 18. The
region currently has over 1,800 players registered
in more than 180 teams. The basic philosophy of
AYSO is "Everyone Plays, Open Registration,
Balanced Teams, Positive Coaching, and Good
Sportsmanship". There are no tryouts to pass and every player plays at
least half of every game. New teams are drawn up each year as equal-
ly matched as possible to insure each player has a chance to be on a
winning team. The season runs from September through December.
We can only guarantee your child a position on a team if he or she
is signed up on one of the three registration dates. Players not regis-
tered by on time will be placed on a waiting list.
For further information on AYSO, please call (909) 596-5722 for a
pre-recorded message or you can get information on their website at
www.AYSO112.org.
LA VERNE LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL
The 2008 Little League “Spring” baseball season is soon approach-
ing. This is a great opportunity for children ages 5-12 (as of April 30,
2008) to learn teamwork and sportsmanship, as well as develop their
baseball skills. Teams will be divided into five divisions depending on
player age and ability: T-Ball (5-6), Rookie (6-7), Minor (7-8), Farm
(9-11), and Major (10-12). Sign up days and locations are as follows:
Saturday, December 8 from 12 pm to 4 pm at Pelota Park Wednesday,
January 9 from 6 pm to 8:30 pm at Round Table Pizza Saturday,
January 12 from 10 am to 2 pm at Pelota Park.
Tryouts will be held in late January and teams will be drafted in late
January or early February. Regular season games will begin in early
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Saturday, February 21, from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Judging will be
from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM. The show is open to the public on Saturday,
February 21, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM and on Sunday, February 22, from
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. A complete description of this two-day event is
available by calling (909) 596-8776 after February 1, 2009.
Part of the Camellia Society's goal is to educate the public about
camellias. We are pleased to offer the first of the three FREE seminars to
be offered at the La Verne Community Center. The fall seminar planned
for Saturday, September 27, will consist of: significance of the seasons
and dormancy, fertilizing for blooms, transplanting - timing and tech-
nique, gibbing, introduction to various species-particularly C.sasanqua,
disbudding and fall pruning, effect of winds. A second class to be held
during the blooming season on Wednesday, January 28 will include the
following: blooming problems, petal blight - cause and cure, propagation
by grafting, critiquing the blooms and growth habit of varieties. The third
class scheduled for Wednesday, April 22 will cover the following: fertil-
izing for growth, the selection of suitable fertilizers, spring pruning, mite
control, preparations to survive the summer, propagation by cuttings and
air-layering, seedlings - significance, uses, and care.
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March and continue through mid-June. DUE TO LITTLE LEAGUE,
INT. BOUNDARIES, THE SPRING SEASON IS OPEN TO CITY
OF LAVERNE RESIDENTS ONLY.
ALL APPLICATIONS FOR TEAM MANAGER FOR THE
MINOR, FARM, AND MAJOR DIVISIONS MUST BE RECEIVED
BY DECEMBER 31, 2008 TO GUARANTEE CONSIDERATION.
For applications and further information, please visit the La Verne
Little League web site at www.lavernelittleleague.com or leave a mes-
sage on the league’s voice mail at (909) 593-1157.
LA VERNE GIRLS’ SOFTBALL
ASSOCIATION
La Verne Girls Softball Association (LVGSA) is a youth fast-pitch
softball league dedicated to providing a fun, positive, and competitive
atmosphere for all our players and their families. Whether advanced or
beginning, all players are encouraged to join LVGSA for a great soft-
ball experience! They'll be able to compete with their friends, while
creating new friendships that can last a lifetime. LVGSA is sanctioned
by the Amateur Softball Association (ASA) and will provide numerous
opportunities for players to enhance their softball skills. “Foremost,
the ASA Junior Olympic Youth program is about kids- it’s about creat-
ing a positive environment where they can grow and develop, and learn
a sport they can enjoy for a lifetime. Most importantly, it’s about mak-
ing sure they come away from their softball experiences feeling confi-
dent about themselves and who they are.”
Divisions offered include: 6U (Tee-ball), 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U.
Our home field is Wheeler Avenue Park, 1499 Palomares Avenue, La
Verne. (Corner of Arrow Hwy. & Wheeler Ave.) Please visit our
award winning website at www.LaVerneASA.com for up-to-date
information, or call our league hotline at (909) 593-7597. We offer the
best girls softball experience in the city, come and join us for a great
season where it’s all about the girls!
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LA VERNE/SAN DIMAS POP WARNER FOOTHILL CLUB WATER POLO (FCWP)

YOUTH FOOTBALL, CHEERLEADING
Since 1963, La Verne San Dimas Pop Warner has provided the best
possible experience for all our participants while stressing the value of
TEAMWORK, SPORTSMANSHIP, and SCHOLASTIC ACHIEVE-
MENT. We are your youth tackle football and competitive cheer program
and we welcome all boys and girls age 7 through 15 to join us. Our pro-
gram is competitive, instructional, and most of all fun for everyone con-
ducted in a safe, family atmosphere.
Safety is our number one priority that is why every one of our football
players is outfitted in properly fitted and certified safety equipment and
placed on one of five divisions of play according to playing age and
weight. There are no tryouts and no cuts and every player is guaranteed
ample playing time every game as we are governed by strict national
mandatory play guidelines.
Our Cheer program is second to none. In addition to cheering and per-
forming at all our football games, our cheerleaders will also compete in
local and regional cheer competitions. Our cheerleaders are placed in one
of five divisions to assure that they will be with cheerleaders of the same
age and skill level. And just like our football teams, our Cheer squads
Come be a part of the fastest growing sport in the area. Water Polo!
FCWP is dedicated to providing water polo programs for athletes of all
ages, regardless of their experience or skill level. FCWP provides young
athletes with a positive and constructive learning environment for young
men and women. The fundamental belief of all the coaches and staff is
to help each athlete take advantage of their full potential while learning
the necessary skills to become the most competitive athlete, in the most
competitive environment FCWP can offer. FCWP supports boys and
girls programs for ages 5 to 18 years of age. The levels are separated as
follows: “Flippaball” (coed, ages 5 to 10), 10 & under coed (10U), 12U
boys/girls, 14U boys/girls, 16U boys/girls, 18U boys/girls.
For more information about session dates, practices times and costs
please visit www.foothillwaterpolo.com.

fall aquatics
will also have the opportunity to travel and compete for a National
Championship at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.
Registration begins in April and will continue until all teams are full
or July 15, whichever comes first. Practice for the season kicks off
August 1 and our season ends Thanksgiving Weekend.
Join the fun. Join the team. Join today and make friends for life. .
For further information call (909) 593-1969 or you can visit our website
at www.leaguelineup.com/lvsdpw. To purchase a lap swim pass, please come into the Parks and
Community Services Office. To pay for single lap swim dates,
please see the lap swim guard at the La Verne Aquatics Center.
LA VERNE LAZERS SOCCER CLUB
The La Verne Lazers is a competitive soccer club for boys and girls ADULT OPEN LAP SWIM (18 YEARS AND OLDER)
ages 9 to 17. We play in the Coast Soccer League against other club Time set aside for adults to either exercise by swimming laps or
teams from this area. The season starts in September and runs through just relax. Lap swim will run Monday through Friday. (Note: Lap
January. We use professional trainers to teach soccer skills and tactics. swimmers may have to use shallow end of the pool)
Playing club soccer is excellent preparation for kids who want to play
soccer in high school. Our home fields are at the La Verne Sports Park. DAYS: Monday through Friday
The Lazers have formal try-outs in late February through April but TIME: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
interested boys and girls can join a team at any time. If interested or for AGES: 18 & up
more information, please call Scott Ragano at (714) 476-9579 or visit our FEE: *2 per person OR
website at www.lvlazers.org. **$35 for Lap Swim Card
SESSION: #1 - Aug 25 thru Oct 30
(No lap swim 9/03 or 10/31)
LA VERNE TENNIS ASSOCIATION *$2 is payable per day at the pool to the lifeguard on duty.
** Lap Swim Card is a $5 discount good for 20 swims and
The Association is designed for intermediates and advanced players to
payable in the Parks and Community Services Office Monday
promote regular tennis play between members with the same abilities.
through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
We meet every Saturday at Bonita High School at 8:00 AM and play 3
full sets with rotation of partners on the courts. A ladder is organized
according to your weekly wins. An annual membership fee of $50 is
requested, which covers the tennis balls that we supply for each match.
Applications are accepted throughout the year for adults 18 and above.
For further information contact Robin Carder at (909) 593-6285.
DAYS: Saturday
TIME: 8:00 AM
AGES: 18 and up
FEE: $50/annually
LOCATION: Bonita High School Tennis Court

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Youth
B A S K E T B A L L , F O O T B A L L ,
All participants must be registered prior to the first class. Those not
sports
PRACTICES:
S O C C E R
Times and locations set up by individual coaches
registered will not be allowed to participate. No exceptions! AGES: Div A/CODE 764111-GA - Girls born in 1995,
1996 or 1997 (players may be in a grade no higher
SKATE PARK than 8th grade)
Do you love to skateboard? Would you like to try out obstacles such Div B/CODE 764111-GB - Girls born in 1998,
as ramps, rails, slants, pyramids, and the spin? Then come on out and join 1999, 2000
the fun at our Skate Park. The park is located on the northwest corner of FEE: $70 per child;
the Bonita High School complex at 3102 “D” Street and is open from $50 for additional child in immediate family
2:45 PM to dusk while school is in session and from 7:00 AM to dusk PLAYERS DRAFT:Sat, Dec 13, at Bonita High School
during non-school hours. In order to keep all of our skateboarders safe DRAFT TIME: Div B: 9:00 AM; Div A: 10:30 PM
and healthy, safety gear (helmets, elbow and kneepads) is required. If you
have any questions, please contact the Park and Community Services LA VERNE YOUTH BASKETBALL FOR BOYS
Department at (909) 596-8700. The La Verne Boys Youth Basketball Program is an organized basket-
ball league with approximately nine boys per team. The boys are instruct-
YOUTH OPEN GYM ed in the fundamentals of basketball in an atmosphere of sportsmanship
During the Open Gym program you can involve yourself in free-play and fair play. Teams are coached by volunteers.
basketball. The gym will be open for La Verne residents 8 to 18 years of REGISTRATION: Sept 15 UNTIL LEAGUES ARE FILLED, or
age with valid identification. The program will have constant supervision through Oct 30, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST
by a Community Services Department staff member. For further infor- REGISTER AT: Community Services Office, 3660 "D" Street
mation, please contact the Parks and Community Services Department GAMES: Saturdays from Jan 10 thru March 14
during normal business hours Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to PRACTICES: Times and locations set up by individual coaches
6:00 PM at (909) 596-8700. AGES: DIV A/CODE 764111-A - Born in 1995 or 1996.
DAYS: Sundays Players in a grade no higher than 8th may partici
TIMES: 12:00 to 3:00 PM pate in Division A.
DATES: This is a year-round program. DIV B/CODE 764111-B - Born in 1997 or 1998
AGES: 8 to 18 years of age with valid identification DIV C/CODE 764111-C - Born 1999 or 2000
FEE: Free FEE: $70 per child;
LOCATION: Bonita High School Gym, 3102 "D" Street $50 for additional child in immediate family
PLAYERS' DRAFT: Sat, Nov. 22, at Bonita High School
LA VERNE MIGHTY MITES BASKETBALL DRAFT TIMES: Div C: 9:00 AM; Div B: 12:00 PM; Div A: 3:00 PM
Children will participate in a non-competitive instructional league.
Both BOYS and GIRLS are coached in the fundamentals of basketball by MIGHTY MITES & YOUTH BASKETBALL VOLUNTEER COACHES
volunteer coaches. Volunteers are needed to work in the La Verne Mighty Mites and
BIRTH CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED AT TIME OF REGISTRA- Youth Basketball Leagues as coaches. You must be at least 16 years of
TION - NO EXCEPTIONS! age and be able to spend at least one evening per week and part of
REGISTRATION: Sept 15 UNTIL LEAGUES ARE FILLED, or Saturday working with the program.
through Oct 30, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST REGISTRATION: Sept 15 through Oct 30
REGISTER AT: Community Services Office, 3660 "D" Street REGISTER AT: Community Services Office, 3660 "D" Street
CODE: 763111-01 PRACTICES: Times and locations set up by individual coaches
PRACTICES: Times and locations set up by individual coaches GAMES: Saturdays from Jan 10 through March 14 for Youth
GAMES: Saturdays from Jan 10 through Feb 28 Basketball and Jan 10 through Feb 28 for Mighty
AGES: 5 to 7 year olds Mites Basketball
(child may not turn 8 prior to Feb 28, 2009) GAMES: Saturdays at Bonita High School Gym,
FEE: $55 per child, Damien High School or Lutheran High School Gym
$40 for each additional child in immediate family PLAYERS DRAFT:Saturday, November 22
at Bonita High School Gym for Division A, B, C
LA VERNE YOUTH BASKETBALL FOR GIRLS Saturday, Dec 3, for Girl's Division
The La Verne Girls Youth Basketball Program is an organized basket- MANDATORY All coaches will be called after registration
ball league with approximately nine girls per team. The girls are instruct- COACHES MTG: regarding meetings.
ed in the fundamentals of basketball in an atmosphere of sportsmanship *NOTE: All coaches will be fingerprinted prior to acceptance.
and fair play. Teams are coached by volunteers.
REGISTRATION: Sept 15 UNTIL LEAGUES ARE FILLED, or Look for these upcoming, exciting programs!
through Oct 30, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST
REGISTER AT: Community Services Office, 3660 "D" Street T-BALL LEAGUE REGISTRATION: Begins in March
GAMES: Saturdays from Jan 10 thru March 14 SUMMER YOUTH BASKETBALL REGISTRATION: March

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Adult sports SOCCER, BASKETBALL

All participants must be registered prior to the deadline. Those not

registered will not be allowed to participate. No exceptions! Look for these upcoming, exciting programs!
FALL WOMEN'S 30+ THURSDAY NIGHT SOCCER LEAGUE
This program is designed for the 30+ soccer player who can play SUMMER ADULT 5 ON 5 BASKETBALL LEAGUE
intensive, non-contact style of soccer and to accommodate beginning
players who will be assigned to one of four teams for the 12-week ses- REGISTRATION: Begins in April
sion. Priority will be given, in order, to La Verne residents, returning GAMES BEGIN: To be determined
players, new players.
REGISTRATION: Aug 18 through Sept 5 OR UNTIL TEAMS SUMMER ADULT SLOW-PITCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE
ARE FILLED, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.
REGISTER AT: Community services, 3660 “D” Street REGISTRATION: Begins in April
FEE: $48/12-week session GAMES BEGIN: To be determined
CODE: 732222-01
LOCATION: Wheeler Avenue Park, 1499 Palomares SUMMER ADULT WOMEN’S SOCCER LEAGUE
GAMES TIMES: 7:00 and 8:20PM
GAMES BEGIN: September 4 (clinic) REGISTRATION: Begins in April
All team captains are required to attend the captains' meeting. GAMES BEGIN: To be determined
Schedules and important league information will be discussed at this
time.

SPRING WOMEN’S 30+ THURSDAY NIGHT SOCCER LEAGUE

This program is designed for the 30+ soccer player who can play
intensive, non-contact style of soccer and to accommodate beginning
players who will be assigned to one of four teams for the 12-week ses-
sion. Priority will be given, in order, to La Verne residents, returning
players, new players.
Support
REGISTRATION: Dec 22 through Jan 8 OR UNTIL TEAMS ARE

REGISTER AT:
FEE:
FILLED, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.
Community services, 3660 “D” Street
$48/12-week session
Our Troops
CODE: 732222-01
LOCATION: Wheeler Avenue Park, 1499 Palomares 12” x 18” Patriotic
GAMES TIMES: 7:00 and 8:20PM
GAMES BEGIN: Jan 8 (clinic) ERNE FA
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Banners
SPRING ADULT 5 ON 5 BASKETBALL
REGISTRATION: Dec 29 UNTIL LEAGUE IS FILLED OR $15 per Banner
THRU JAN 29 WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST Three different wordings to choose.
REGISTER AT: Community Services Office, 3660 "D" Street
AGE: 16 and up All proceeds help fund the
LOCATION: Bonita High School Gym,
3102 "D" Street, La Verne Military Banner Recognition Program
FEE: $250 per team plus a $20 referee's fee paid
before each game at the gym. Perfect for yards,
CODE: 768222-01 windows and businesses
GAMES BEGIN: Sun, Feb 8, & runs for 10-weeks of league play
GAME TIMES: 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM For more information, call (909) 596-8776
AWARDS: Individual awards and team trophy will be given
out to the league champions and runners-up.
CAPTAINS' Thurs, Feb 5, at 5:30 PM at the Community Banners are for sale at the
MEETING: Center, 3680 "D" Street La Verne Parks and Community Services Office,
as well as City Hall.
***CAPTAINS' MEETING IS MANDATORY***

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trips&tours
Trips F O R E V E R Y O N E
BENEDICT CASTLE AND DINNER
EXCURSION INFORMATION Castle is Spanish-Moorish and Mission Revival found in Riverside.
This unusual castle was constructed in 1922, with 10,000 square foot res-
REGISTRATION: Mail-in priority registration will be accepted idence. A 90-foot tower and one of the floors has a Round Room, which
from 8:00 AM on Tuesday, September 4, until 4:00 PM Thursday, was taken from a monastery in Mexico and is over 500 years old. Behind
September 13. MAIL-INS RECEIVED AFTER 4:00 PM ON SEPTEM- the China cabinet is a secret passageway leading to an underground room.
BER 4 WILL NO LONGER HAVE PRIORITY AND WILL BE This area was in some of the Abbot and Costello “scary” movies of the
PROCESSED ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. Walk-in 40’s, several movies such as Hunchback of Notre Dame, Bride of
registration will begin at 8:00 AM on Monday September 17. Frankenstein, and 1948’s and 1965’s Two On a Guillotine. There will be
a 1-hour walking tour, a little festival with craft booths. Included is all
*PROOF OF AGE MAY BE REQUIRED*
you can eat chicken dinner. So wear your comfortable shoes and bring
1. It is department policy that if an activity is full, the customer's check is your appetite. GUIDE: Peggy Maguire
returned. To insure that you get the activities you want, it is recommend- CODE: 200222-01
ed that individual checks be sent for each activity. DATE: Saturday, Oct 25
2. When registering by mail or fax, a completed, signed activity registra- DEPARTURE TIME: 1:00 PM
tion form MUST be submitted for all activity registration. Please remem- RETURN TIME: 6:15 PM
ber to sign your form and give us your date of birth. Registrations AGE: 50 & up
received without the appropriate activity registration form WILL BE FEE: $25/Person
RETURNED by mail and the customer may not get a requested activity. RESERVATIONS/
See activity registration form at the end of this newsletter. CANCELLATIONS BY: Oct 13
3. If confirmation is desired, please send a self-addressed, stamped
GLENDALE CENTRE THEATRE – THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING
envelope.
EARNEST BY OSCAR WILDE
4. Make all checks payable to: City of La Verne. This classic comedy revolves wittily around an ingenious case of
5. No reservations will be taken over the phone or without payment. “manufactured” mistaken identity. You will love this funny, and at times
6. All participants must be registered prior to the reservation date. Those absolutely hilarious, comedy! At Glendale Theatre, you really see the
not registered will not be allowed to attend. No exceptions. show – it’s up close and personal. The intimate, arena-style setting of the
7. All seats are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. theatre literally wraps you in the experience, making you part of the
8. If all seats are sold, a waiting list will be established. action. There are a wide variety of dinner restaurants and cafes in the area
9. Trips and fees are subject to change without notice. for dinner, on your own. GUIDE: Peggy Maguire
10. Participants 17 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult. CODE: 200222-02
11. All trips leave from and return to the Community Center, 3680 “D” DATE: Saturday, Nov 8
Street. Participants must park on Durward Way. DEPARTURE TIME: 4:15 PM
12. All trips go rain or shine. RETURN TIME: 11:15 PM
13. No smoking allowed on the bus. AGES: 55 & up
14. Special services (i.e. wheelchairs) MUST be requested by ADA dead- FEE: $37/person
line 30-days before any trip. RESERVATIONS
15. All excursion times are approximate. CANCELLATIONS BY: Oct 23
16. Deluxe charter buses are used for all trips unless otherwise noted.
17. REFUND POLICY: Request for refunds must be made by cancella- PALM SPRINGS FOLLIES
tion date as listed for each excursion. A $5 handling fee will be charged. The Palm Springs “Fabulous Follies” is a real crowd pleaser. Enjoy
If an excursion is $5 or less, no refund will be issued. the nostalgic music and dances of yesteryear. The Headliner will be
18. Mail-in registrations received before September 4 by fax, mail, or in Frieda Paine best known for her song Bands of Gold. The professional
entertainers (all 55 to 85 years young) perform in the Historical Plaza
the drop-box will be opened at 8:00AM on September 4 and will be
Theatre. Everyone calls them marvelous!! Lunch will be on your own at
processed at that time. Submitting your registration prior to September 4 one of the many choice restaurants within two blocks of the theatre.
will not guarantee you a space! GUIDE: Peggy Maguire
19. If you will be traveling with a group or companion, please STAPLE CODE: 200222-03
all of your forms together so you will be assured of traveling together. If DATE: Saturday, Nov 22
traveling groups and/or companions are not STAPLED together, we can- DEPARTURE TIME: 10:00 AM
not guarantee that your group will be scheduled for the same bus. RETURN TIME: 6:30 PM
20. Out of respect to all of the participants, you must be back to the bus AGES: 55 and up
at the specific time indicated by the excursion leader. The bus will leave FEE: $59/person
promptly after a 15-minute grace period. Repeat offenders may lose their RESERVATIONS
excursion privileges. CANCELLATIONS BY: Nov 8

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MISSION INN TOUR AND CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
Riverside Mission Inn has added a million more
lights, so you will see 3.5 million Christmas lights,
U.S. PASSPORT APPLICATION
with spectacular light displays and animated figures,
it’s a genuine fairyland. There will be carolers ACCEPTANCE SERVICES
strolling the grounds singing holiday songs, dressed
in Victorian costumes. The docent will give a histo- AVAILABLE AT LA VERNE CITY HALL
ry walking tour for 1 1/2 hours. Dinner will be on 3660 “D” STREET
your own at the west side shopping area. There will La Verne, CA 91750
be time for shopping or spending more time looking Monday thru Thursday (closed Fridays)
at the lights and the Inn. If you would like to dine at the Mission Inn, you 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM or by appointment on a limited basis
will need to call for reservations (951) 784-0300. The different restau- by calling (909) 596-8726
rants at the Inn will be around $15 or $50 per person. Lot’s of walking
so wear your comfortable shoes and warm clothing. GUIDE: Peggy
Maguire
CODE: 200222-04 EFFECTIVE JANUARY
DATE: Saturday, Dec 6 23, 2007, ALL U.S. CITI-
DEPARTURE TIME: 2:00 PM ZENS WHO TRAVEL BY
RETURN TIME: 9:00 PM
AGE: 21 and up AIR MUST HAVE A
FEE: $29/person VALID PASSPORT FOR
RESERVATIONS BY/ TRAVEL BETWEEN THE
CANCELLATIONS BY: Nov 13 U.S., CANADA, MEXICO,
THE CARIBBEAN AND
ROSE PARADE BERMUDA.
Come out to see the famed 120th Tournament of
Roses Parade in downtown Pasadena. The theme is AS EARLY AS JANUARY
“Hats Off to Entertainment.” Witness first-hand 1, 2008, U.S. CITIZENS
the brilliant colors, creative decorations, unimag- TRAVELING BETWEEN
inable floats, marching bands, equestrian units
from all over the world will participate in the THE U.S., CANADA,
largest and most beautiful parade in the world. MEXICO, CENTRAL AND SOUTH AMERICA, THE
This is a parade to be experienced, not merely viewed CARIBBEAN AND BERMUDA BY LAND OR SEA
on television. We have great seats. Dress warmly and (INCLUDING FERRIES), MAY BE REQUIRED TO PRE-
bring your family and friends. Remember to bring your hot drinks, SENT A VALID U.S. PASSPORT OR OTHER DOCU-
snacks, and cushions. Many stands selling lots of food, but long lines.
GUIDE: Peggy Maguire MENTS AS REQUIRED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF
CODE: 200222-05 HOMELAND SECURITY.
DATE: Thursday, Jan 1
DEPARTURE TIME: 6:30 AM ITEMS YOU WILL NEED TO APPLY FOR A PASSPORT:
RETURN TIME: 1:30 PM
AGE: All
FEE: $72/person • Passport application – completed, but not signed
RESERVATIONS/
CANCELLATIONS BY: Dec 26 • Proof of U.S Citizenship – original, long-form (not “abstract”)
birth certificate or original naturalization certificate

PALM SPRINGS FOLLIES • Two identical passport photos

The Palm Springs “Fabulous Follies” is a real crowd pleaser. Enjoy
the nostalgic music and dances of yesteryear. The Headliner will be • Picture I.D. (i.e. Driver’s license)
Susan Anton, who is known for singing on Broadway. The professional • Two blank personal checks for each passport
entertainers (all 55 to 85 years young) perform in the Historical Plaza
Theatre. Everyone calls them marvelous!! Lunch will be on your own at • Both parents must appear for applicants under age 16
one of the many choice restaurants within two blocks of the theatre. (notarized permission letter or Form DS-3053 may be substituted
GUIDE: Peggy Maguire
CODE: 200222-06 for one parent)
DATE: Saturday, Jan 24 • All applicants, including children, must be present.
DEPARTURE TIME: 10:00 AM
RETURN TIME: 6:30 PM For additional information visit the Department of State website
AGE: 55 and up at www.travel.state.gov, call 877-487-2778 or visit the City of La
FEE: $59/person Verne website at www.ci.la-verne.ca.us or call (909) 596-8726.
RESERVATIONS BY/
CANCELLATIONS BY: Jan 1

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C L U B S ,
senior citizens
C L A S S E S , M E A L S ,
GAS PUMPING PROGRAM FOR SENIORS CELEBRATES 3 YEARS
Have you ever wished you could get service at the gas stations just like
the "good old days?" Well, in La Verne you can. What was once a ques-
tion is now a service offered at these participating gas stations:
La Verne Shell, 1090 Foothill Boulevard
La Verne Shell, 2510 Foothill Boulevard (After 11:00 AM)
La Verne Shell, Arrow Highway and "D" Street
J.R. Shell Service, 1808 White Avenue
Vons Gas, 1600 Foothill Blvd.
Who qualifies?
The program is intended to be used for those needing assistance with
gas pumping, window washing, having fluid levels checked, tire pressure,
etc.
How does it work?
1.Come to the La Verne Community Center, 3680 "D" Street,
Monday through Thursday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM and
pick up a free red placard that identifies you as in need of
gas station assistance.
2.Display the placard in the driver's window after you pull into the
gas station and honk twice. Make sure they can see the red
placard.
3.Observe the days and times as posted on the placard. (Some of the
stations may choose to serve you at other times, but the days/times
listed were approved ones.)
4.Thank the station for their help!
5.Communicate back to us at (909) 596-8776 any observations you
feel are important for us to better serve you.
SENIOR HELP LINE
The Senior Help Line, (909) 625-4600, is an information and referral
help line you can call to have your questions answered by trained, knowl-
edgeable people who want to help you. None of that “option type” dial-
ing that can be so frustrating to people of all ages, instead you’ll actually
reach a person who really cares. The idea is to identify senior services
that are of need to our senior’s predominately in the La Verne, San Dimas,
Claremont and Pomona communities.
A group known as the Senior Alliance has made the “Help Line” pos-
sible. Many people from various businesses have pooled their resources
together to create this locally needed service. It is located in the office of
Community Senior Services, 141 S. Spring Street, Claremont. For fur-
ther information please call Community Senior Services at (909) 621-
9900. Volunteer opportunities are available.
CHANGE A LIFE
Community Senior Services is a proud partner with the Change A Life
Foundation. The Change A Life Foundation was started in 1998 and has
given millions to individuals who, through no fault of their own, needed
a hand up not a hand out. The Change A Life Foundation provides short
term, life-changing grants from $500 to $7,500 to low-income individu-
als 55 years and older who have no other option for services or equipment
needed. Five La Verne residents have benefited from this program since
2005 with over $9,000 for a product or a service that has dramatically
improved their lives. If you are 55 years or older and need more infor-
mation about this program, please contact Floy Biggs at (909) 621-9900.
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A S S I S TA N C E & M O R E
FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION
Do you have a question regarding a legal matter, estate planning, fam-
ily trusts, etc.? Howard Hawkins, Attorney-at-Law, will be on hand to
answer your questions from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on the 4th Friday of
the month. Please call to arrange your appointment with Howard
Hawkins at the La Verne Community Center at (909) 596-8776. This ser-
vice is extremely popular and appointment times book well in advance.
FREE NOTARY SERVICE FOR SENIORS
If you need something notarized, stop by or call the Community
Center office at (909) 596-8776, to schedule an appointment. The notary
will be at the center on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month.
Appointments are mandatory.
TUESDAY MORNING DISCUSSION GROUP - COMMUNITY SENIOR
SERVICES
Each Tuesday morning a discussion group for seniors is conducted at
the La Verne Community Center. The purpose of the group is to provide
seniors with an opportunity to meet together and talk about issues and
concerns of importance to seniors. Any and all topics are brought before
the group. The discussions provide seniors with a way to share points of
view, provide information, learn of resources for seniors in the commu-
nity, and to spend time with others who are experiencing similar situa-
tions in their lives. Leadership is provided by volunteer staff from La
Verne Community Senior Services. Participation is free of charge.
Meetings are held from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Some participants
choose to remain for lunch. All seniors are welcome. For further infor-
mation please call Claudia Puga at (909) 621-9900.
SENIOR COMPANIONS
Do you like to visit with others? Could you use a little extra income?
Do you enjoy encouraging people who may need a little extra help?
Senior Companion volunteers help other seniors within their communi-
ties by providing transportation for grocery shopping, doctor visits, run-
ning errands, and simply being a friend and companion.
This program is designed for seniors who are 60 or over and living on
a limited income that would like to make new friends, learn new skills,
and become involved with their community. Volunteers receive a stipend
(non-taxable) income for 20 hours of work a week that will not reduce
any other benefits such as Social Security, SSI, Housing Assistance, etc.
If you have a caring heart and time to help others, please call
Community Senior Services at (909) 621-9900 for more information.
Companions are currently being hired, so call soon.
SENIOR COMPANION MONTHLY TRAINING
Earn extra money visiting homebound seniors. If you are 60+ and live
on a limited income come to a meeting. INSTRUCTOR: Gwen Alber
DAYS: Thursdays
TIME: 9:30 AM
AGES: 60 & up
FEE: FREE
SESSIONS: #1 – Sept 11
#2 – Oct 9
LOCATION: Community Center, 3680 "D" Street, Dance Studio
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RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
Are you interested in reaching out and meeting people as a volunteer?
Then join our family of RSVP volunteers! RSVP provides many volun-
teer service opportunities for people 55 years of age and over. It's free
and it offers a way to remain active by using your talents and skills in
serving our community. RSVP can put you in touch with non-profit, pri-
vate or public agencies in the community who must rely on volunteers to
achieve their goals. You can do this while deriving great personal satis-
faction knowing you are making a vital contribution to your community.
Pomona Valley RSVP is funded nationally by the Corporation for
National Service and sponsored locally by Community Senior Services.
Other services provided by Community Senior Services are Respite Care,
Elder Care Center, Senior Companions, Senior Helpline, Case
Management, and Senior Peer Counseling. The office is located at 141
S. Spring Street, Claremont. For more information please call (909) 621-
9900.
CARE COORDINATION (CARE MANAGEMENT)
Huntington Senior Care Network (HSCN) is committed to the inde-
pendence of seniors and physically challenged adults. HSCN’s care coor-
dination programs provide a safety net of services for frail seniors living
at home. Care coordinators personally assess the seniors’ needs, match
them to the proper resources and services, and do follow-up. Home vis-
its for assessment are also available. Care coordination services are pro-
vided at no charge through the CareLink program funded by the Los
Angeles County Area Agency On Aging and the Multipurpose Senior
Services Program (MSSP) funded by the California Department of
Aging. Please call (909) 621-9900 to schedule an appointment or for fur-
ther information.
MEALS ON WHEELS
Hot lunch delivered by a friendly volunteer to any eligible homebound
resident in the San Dimas/La Verne area. Regular and diabetic menus are
available.
DAYS: Monday through Friday
TIME: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
FEE $4 per meal
For meal delivery information, please call Meals on Wheels at (909)
596-1828
RSVP HELP PROGRAM
RSVP of Pomona Valley is seeking to identify isolated, disabled elder-
ly persons for inclusion in a program to offer assistance in an emergency.
If you know of anyone who lives alone and is unable to leave their home
without assistance and does not have such help readily available, please
submit their name, address and phone number to Community Senior
Services at (909) 621-9900 or e-mail to rsvpshayden@linkline.com.
GET ABOUT TRANSPORTATION
Get About is a "dial-a-ride" transportation program for senior citizens
and persons with disabilities servicing La Verne, San Dimas, Claremont,
and Pomona. The Department has subsidized Get About tickets for La
Verne residents who are 60 years of age or older and/or who are disabled.
Books of 12 tickets may be purchased for $5. Senior/disabled residents
must apply for a Get About membership card at 141 S. Spring Street,
Claremont. After obtaining a membership card tickets may be purchased
at City Hall 3660 “D” Street, La Verne, by bringing a current utility bill
(for proof of residency), proof of age or disability, and the Get About
membership card.
DAYS & TIMES: Weekdays: 6:00 AM to 7:30 PM
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Saturdays: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Sundays: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
LOCATION: 141 S. Spring Street, Claremont
TELEPHONE: Dispatch – (909) 596-5964
(To make trip arrangements)
Main Office – (909) 621-9900
(To register for program)
HILLCREST BUS
The Hillcrest bus is available for transportation services to all La Verne
senior residents. The eighteen-passenger vehicle is wheelchair accessi-
ble, and the main pick-up and drop-off will be in front of the flagpole
located on the northwest corner of 7th Street and Mountain View Drive
(in front of the Hillcrest Administration Office). Seniors must be ambu-
latory and capable of traveling independently. Driving boundaries for the
Hillcrest bus are confined to:
North to Baseline
West to Grand Avenue
South to 60 Freeway
East to Grove (by Ontario Airport)
Fee is $1 each way.
For more information on schedule times, contact Hillcrest
Transportation Services at (909) 392-4325.
CLUBS/COMMITTEES
SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The La Verne City Council established a Senior Advisory Committee
in October 1989. This Committee is responsible for all of the senior
activities, lunch program, senior celebrations and other functions that take
place at the La Verne Community Center. If you would like to share your
thoughts, ideas, or concerns, please plan to attend these public meetings
held the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
(new time) at the La Verne Community Center. Your input is important!
SENIOR CITIZEN SOCIAL CLUB
We play Pinochle and tile games or anything that you care to bring
with you to our Monday sessions. We also play Mexican mule train in
the afternoons. We will be happy to teach you Pinochle if you do not
already know. Come when you can and leave when you must. We are
very flexible. First one in makes the coffee! Many of our members take
advantage of the lunch program at the center. Guests are welcome. The
fee is $5 a year and $0.50 a week. This covers our annual Christmas party
and supplies. We are always looking for new members so give us a try
on any Monday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. If you would like additional
details give me a call at (909) 596-3982. George Borst, President.
PARTY BRIDGE
The Chatty Bridge Bunch is now meeting on the second and fourth
Monday of each month from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the Community Center.
You are invited to join us for a fun game of party bridge. For more infor-
mation call Charlene Reid at (909) 988-8925 or the Center office at (909)
596-8776.
SENIOR DUPLICATE BRIDGE
The Senior Duplicate Bridge Club meets on Wednesdays from 12:45
to 4:00 PM in the Large Meeting Room of the Community Center.
Duplicate bridge is played, and the fee is 75 cents per week. For more
information contact the Parks and Community Services Office at (909)
596-8776 or Barbara McLeod at (909) 592-8524.
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POMONA VALLEY CAMELLIA SOCIETY
With La Verne nestled in one of the best camellia-growing areas of the
world, the Pomona Valley Camellia Society promotes their culture and
welcomes the public to their educational programs.
Camellias – their landscaping potential, compatible companion plant-
ings, culture, propagation methods, and new introductions – will be top-
ics addressed at the monthly meetings of the Pomona Valley Camellia
Society.
Meetings will be held the second Thursday, during the months of
November through March, excluding February, from 7:00 PM to 9:30
PM at the La Verne Community Center. For more information, call (909)
593-3442 or (909) 624-4107.
AARP MEETING
The La Verne AARP Chapter has disbanded and will no longer hold
meetings in the area. For local AARP information, please call Antoine
Cook at (626) 585-2608.
LA VERNE RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PATROL (RSVP)
We are seeking active, interested residents 55 years or older to join our
team of RSVP Volunteers serving the La Verne Police Department and
the community. We currently need individuals to assist with our
Computerized Fingerprint System and our School Safety Program. Our
other activities include helping the Records Bureau, Detective Bureau,
and Patrol Division. Our group is located at the La Verne Police
Department, 2061 Third Street, La Verne. For more information, please
call Officer Elizabeth Garcia (909) 596-1913.
SENIOR GOLF LEAGUE OF LA VERNE
Would you be interested in a round of golf on
the second Tuesday of the month? Especially if you
knew that you wouldn't have to call and reserve a
tee time, but still be sure of getting on to play with
your friends. The league plays the second Tuesday
of the month at Marshall Canyon Golf Course. The
tee times start at approximately 8:30 AM. The
league is for both men and women, 50+ years of
age. All skill levels are welcome and handicaps are not necessary. Fee
will be the normal green fee for weekdays and senior county cards give
the 65 and older golfer a real break. We collect $3 from each golfer for
our various formats. We have 55 members and are looking to expand to
many more. It is not necessary that you play every month to maintain
your membership. For additional information please call George Borst at
(909) 596-3982.
SENIOR MACINTOSH USERS GROUP (SMUG)
SMUG meets the second Monday of each month at the La Verne
Community Center from 12:30 to 2:30 PM. All Macintosh owners, and
those thinking of buying a Mac computer, are invited. Come and join the
discussions, help and be helped. Novices are welcome. For information
call Avrum Lapin at (909) 920-9485.
COMMUNITY COMPUTER CLUB OF LA VERNE
If you would like to learn more about computers, the Community
Computer Club of La Verne offers a friendly, helpful group of people try-
ing to do the same. Come on in! Join the fun of computing. The door is
open to everyone who is interested in the fastest growing technology of
the millennium. We are happy personal computer users who have band-
ed together to share our knowledge, learn from each other, improve our
skills and offer advise to all newcomers. Our general meeting is the first
Monday of the month at 1:00 PM. Visitors are welcome! If you would
like to know more about our club, visit our web site at
http://users.vet.net/~ccclv.
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• GOLDEN INVESTMENT CLUB SIG - Golden Investment Club
SIG - The Golden Investment Club meets on
the first Wednesday of the month from 1:00
to 3:00 PM. All are welcome to share infor-
mation on investing. We utilize the Internet
to research (in real time) investment oppor-
tunities. Speakers will be invited for single
subjects. Come learn about portfolio diver-
sification, rebalancing, asset allocation,
mutual funds, direct purchase plans, bonds,
and when to sell. Come and share and learn.
For additional information, please contact
the La Verne Community Center at (909)
596-8776 or Bob Davis at (626) 963-5587 or
bdavisjan@aol.com
• HARDWARE SIG - Hardware SIG meets bi-monthly on the first
and second Thursday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the La Verne
Community Center. This SIG helps members solve the hardware prob-
lems that may occur with their computers and printers. It also teaches
members how to disassemble, repair and reassemble their computers and
printers.
HEALTH STATION
Following are a variety of health related free and fee services, which
are offered on a regular basis at the Community Center.
• RED CROSS BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK - Held the 1st
Thursday of every month from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. No appointment
needed. FREE
• HEARING AID CENTER – Hilary Fox will be at the Community
Center on the third Monday of each month from 10:00 to 11:30 AM.
You’ll have the opportunity to get your hearing checked, your questions
answered, and hearing aids cleaned and adjusted. Please call (909) 596-
8776 to make an appointment or for further information. FREE
• 15-MINUTE CHAIR MASSAGE - • 15-MINUTE CHAIR
MASSAGE - Offered by Ann Fraggos, HHP. Discover the benefits of
massage. Relieve stress and tension. Come and enjoy 15 minutes of
relaxation. Ann has eight years of experience in the field of massage ther-
apy. She resides in Claremont and has been providing massage to the sur-
rounding communities for the past eight years. Ann will be at the La
Verne Community Center on the second Tuesday of the month from 1:00
to 4:00 PM. Call (909) 596-8776 to schedule an appointment. Fee is $10.
Please provide us with a minimum of a 24-hour cancellation to (909) 596-
8776.
HISTORY ALLERGY AND MEDICATIONS PROGRAM
The La Verne Fire Department is offering a History Allergy and
Medications (HAM) Program to seniors and disabled residents in La
Verne. The program allows for all pertinent medical information to be
placed on a 2" x 3 ?" wallet size plastic card that registrants carry on their
person. Additionally, a refrigerator magnet with a pouch is provided to
participants so the original information sheet can also be readily accessi-
ble. This will allow for the information to be quickly presented to on-
scene paramedics, which will expedite patient stabilization, treatment,
and transportation to the hospital, saving precious minutes and insuring
accurate information.
To be eligible individuals must be a La Verne resident, be 55 years of
age or older or have a qualifying disability. Interested parties should con-
tact the La Verne Fire Department at (909) 596-5991 to receive their med-
ical information sheet and details on how to sign up.
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ACTIVITIES
BINGO
La Verne Bingo is better than ever! “Come, check us out", is the open
invitation the program extends to everyone. Bingo is held every Friday
from 12:30 to 3:00 PM. It’s just $5 for two packs and $3 for one pack.
Payouts are as follows: each regular game is $50, one odd even game at
$75, a special at $75, two blackouts at $100 and the bullet is $100. There
are two $10 gift intermission prizes and four at the month end. Prize pay-
outs will be determined by the attendance each week so, of course, more
players equal more money. A total of fourteen games will be played.
Bring your ink daubers, as we do not play hard cards. Any person 18 years
of age or older is welcome to play.
Why not complete the day with lunch just prior to playing Bingo? Per
the volunteers, “It’s a great way to have time to visit friends and share
some laughs before the serious business of winning money begins!”
When you check-in for lunch you can also buy your Bingo packs and
you'll be all set to go when the games begin!” The suggested donation is
only $2 for lunch. Call one day in advance by 11:00 AM for lunch reser-
vations at (909) 596-8778. Bingo reservations are not necessary.
SENIOR LOUNGE
The Senior Lounge is open to anyone 21 years of age and older or at
the Community Center staff's discretion. Enjoy the use of a color TV and
fireplace. Seniors have the priority for use of the senior lounge. Photo ID
may be requested on Community Center staff's discretion.
BOOK SALE
Visit our ongoing book sale located at the Community Center.
Donations of 25¢ per paperback and 50¢ per hardcover book are grateful-
ly accepted. All proceeds go to senior programs. Donations of paperback
or hardcover books are gratefully accepted as well! We also accept CD’s,
DVD’s, cassettes and VHS tapes.
SENIOR FITNESS OPPORTUNITIES
The City of La Verne has several fun recreational options available to
seniors at either a no fee or low fee basis. Enjoy the beautiful track at the
Sports Park and the Las Flores and Live Oak Park tennis courts. If you
have ideas of programs you would like to see offered in La Verne, please
call Nikole Bresciani at (909) 596-8776.
HILLCREST POOL IS OPEN TO LA VERNE SENIORS
La Verne residents 60+ years may purchase swim passes to the
Hillcrest state-of-the-art aquatics facility. Passes are $35, which will allow
20 visits to the pool. The days and times for the community swim will be
Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. For informa-
tion, contact Anne Marie Miller at (909) 392-4059.
SENIOR STRUTTERS
The La Verne Parks and Community Services Department offers an
ongoing Community walking program called Senior Strutters. If you like
to walk and make new friends, come join us Monday, Wednesday, and
Friday at 7:00 AM sharp. Some days we leave from the Community
Center, and some days we leave from other sites in the local community.
We take a different route each day and walk 2 to 3 miles, finishing between
8:00 and 8:30 AM. Check the schedule at the Community Center or call
Marilyn McCaman (leader) at (909) 593-4217 for more information.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and carry a bottle of water. LEADER:
Marilyn McCaman.
FLU SHOT CLINIC THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Get a head start with your annual free flu shot. The fall influenza clin-
ic for persons 60 years and older will take place from 8:30 to 11:00 AM
on Thursday, November 6. Refreshments will be served on the patio.
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Volunteers are needed! If you are interested in helping, please contact
Nikole Bresciani at (909) 596-8776 after October 1. For further informa-
tion on flu shot locations, call the senior helpline at (909) 625-4600.
SPECIAL EVENTS
SENIOR MEALS
A DISTINGUISHED SITE AWARD RECIPIENT
Hot nutritious lunches that meet 1/3 of the minimum daily require-
ments, with a different menu every day, are served from 11:30 AM
Monday through Friday (reservation check-in is at 11:15 AM). Anyone
60 years old or over and their spouse (regardless of age) may attend the
lunch program held at the Community Center. A suggested donation of
$2 is greatly appreciated to help offset the cost of the meals. We are sure
you will agree this is a great program.
To make reservations call (909) 596-8778. Reservations MUST be
made at least one working day in advance before 11:00 AM. On “your
choice” days, reservations must be made two working days in advance.
No reservations will be taken after 11:00 AM for the next day. During
your first visit you will be asked to complete a short in-take form that
includes verification of age.
Home-delivered meals are also available for persons 60 years of age
or over. This program is offered through the YWCA Intervale Senior
Services. There is no set charge for the service; however, donations are
accepted. Breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner meals are available based upon
need. For further information contact (626) 858-8382.
If you have comments, join us at our Nutrition Site Council Meetings
on the first Wednesday of each month at 12:30 PM to share your "lunch"
ideas.
A very special thank you to our wonderful volunteers who keep this
great program running!
THURSDAY EARLY DINERS’ DINNER SPECIAL – CELERATING 1 YEAR
Now you can enjoy an early dinner at the Community Center every
Thursday evening at 5:00 PM. Anyone 60 years or over may attend.
Reservations MUST be called in by 11:00 AM on the Tuesday prior to the
dinner. A suggested donation of $2 is greatly appreciated. Get About
transportation is available. Call them at (909) 596-5964. For dinner
reservations please call (909) 596-8778.
SENIOR LUNCHES
The Senior Nutrition Program is held Monday through Friday. Lunch
is served at 11:30 AM. You must check in by 11:15. Reservations must
be made AT LEAST ONE DAY IN ADVANCE PRIOR TO 11:00 AM.
On “Your Chioce” days, reservations must be made two days in advance
before 11:00 AM. Menus will be available at the Community Center
Office. For reservations call (909) 596-8778.
ROTARY SPONSORED BIRTHDAY LUNCHES
The Rotary Club of La Verne is a proud senior sponsor and would like
to treat you to lunch on the first Wednesday of each month. Please be sure
to call in your reservations at least one day in advance before 11:00 AM
to (909) 596-8778, and help blow out the candles on the Birthday Cake!
Following are the dates of each free lunch.
DATES: Oct 1, Nov 5, Dec 3, Jan 7
CITY SPONSORED LUNCHES
The City of La Verne is pleased to announce it will be sponsoring a
special lunch once a month. These lunches will be free to seniors 60
years and over. Reservations must be made at least one working day in
advance before 11:00 AM by calling (909) 596-8778. No reservations
will be taken after 11:00 AM for the next day. The dates and themes for
sponsored lunches this year are as listed below.
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Oct. 31 – Join us for a ghoulish affair, complete with boo-licious AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM
drinks, a feast of treats and a frightfully good time. We are dying to see AARP Driver Safety Program is an eight-hour class (two 4 hour class-
you in costume. room sessions) designed to increase driver awareness and to improve
Nov. 26 – Fall is a magical time here at the Community Center that is defensive driving techniques. Completion of the class may entitle you
why our “Fall Fantasy” themed lunch will be so special. under AB2610 to a reduction of premiums from your company. Lunch is
Dec. 24 – It is the most wonderful time of the year. So jingle on down not included, however, short breaks are taken. You may bring a snack if
to the Community Center for a jolly event. Have your photo taken with you wish.
Santa Claus! INSTRUCTOR: AARP Volunteer
DAY: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
DINNER DANCE EXTRAVAGANZA TIME: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Pre-paid reservations for Dinner Dance Extravaganza must be made at AGES: *55 and up
the Parks and Community Services Office at 3660 “D” Street, between FEE: $10 per person
the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM Monday through Thursday. Seating REGISTER AT: Parks and Community Services, 3660 "D" Street
is limited so reserve your place now! Doors open at 5:00 PM and dinner LOCATION: Community Center Dance Studio
is served at 6:00 PM with entertainment concluding about 7:30 PM. SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 7 and Oct 8/CODE 203344-10
Tickets are $8 and must be paid by the Tuesday before at 11:00 AM. #3 – Nov 4 and Nov 5/CODE 203344-11
Intervalley Health Plan sponsors this event. Following are the upcoming #4 – Dec 9 and Dec 10/CODE 203344-12
Dinner Dance Extravaganza dates. #5 – Jan 13 and Jan 14/CODE 203344-01
*NOTE: May be taken at age 50; however, law does not require insur-
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7/CODE 201444-01 ance companies to recognize class until age 55.
Save the date! Enjoy a wonderful Italian dinner and dancing at this
special “swing-themed” event followed by a special performance by * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *. *. *. *. *. *. *. *. * * * * *
Jennee Carey’s Dance Troupe. The following classes are being offered at the La Verne Community
Center, in conjunction with Mt. San Antonio College Emeritus Programs.
For further information or registration, please contact Mt. SAC at (909)
SENIOR CLASSES 594-5611 ext. 5117.
Registration for new computer students started July 22, 2008, 10:00 –
The following classes are being offered by the La Verne Parks and 10:30 at the La Verne Community Center. Registration is first-come first-
Community Services Department. For further information call (909) served. Each person must register for himself/herself. Students may not
596-8700. register for anyone else. Students may register for only one class per site.
All participants must be registered prior to the first class. Those not Note: the student is permitted to take the computer class only two (2)
registered will not be allowed to participate. No exceptions! consecutive times.
UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, ALL CLASSES HELD AT:
COMMUNITY CENTER, 3680 “D” STREET BASIC COMPUTING LEVEL I
Designed as an introduction for those who want to gain an under-
SENIOR NORDIC WALKING standing of personal computers. While developing basic keyboarding
Learn the techniques to enhance exercise walking for health using skills, students will become familiar with computer terminology and the
Nordic Walking poles. The benefits from Nordic Walking include a Windows environment. Real areas of concern will be discussed with
workout for the entire body, reduced stress on joints, an effective cardio- hands-on instructional strategy. This preliminary course will present stu-
vascular workout, better stability, balance and posture when using the dents with basic information skills necessary to operate a personal com-
poles, increased oxygen consumption, and increased calorie burning. puter.
Walking poles are provided for the class sessions. INSTRUCTOR: Shelly Rzonca
INSTRUCTOR: Shirley Heckman DAY: Wednesdays
DAY: Thursdays TIME: 12:00 to 3:00 PM
TIME: 9:30 to 10:30 AM AGES: 55 and older
AGES: 18 and older FEE: FREE
FEE: $25/person SESSION: #1 – Aug 27 to Dec 10
SESSION: #1 – Oct 2-23/CODE 501444-01 LOCATION: Community Center
#2 – Nov 6-27/CODE 501444-02
#3 – Jan 10-31/CODE 501444-03 BASIC COMPUTING LEVEL II
LOCATION: First Class – Community Center Front Entry Prerequisite: Basic Computing Level 1
(walking at Bonita High School Track) Building on the basics developed in Basic Computing level 1, this
class will cover fundamentals of computing operations through word pro-
SENIOR STRUTTERS cessing. This hands-on course will focus on the various ways to create
The La Verne Parks and Community Services documents in applications such as Microsoft Word and Student Writing
Department offers an ongoing Community walking pro- Center. Students will be introduced to basic computer maintenance and
gram called Senior Strutters. If you like to talk and problem solving techniques.
make new friends, come join us Monday, Wednesday, INSTRUCTOR: Shelly Rzonca
Friday at 7:00 AM SHARP. Some days we leave from DAY: Wednesdays
the Community Center and some days we leave from TIME: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
other sites in the local community. We walk a different AGES: 55 and older
route (between 2 and 3 miles) each day, finishing between 8:00 and 8:15 FEE: FREE
AM. WEAR COMFORTABLE SHOES! Call Marilyn McCaman at SESSION: #1 – Aug 27 to Dec 10
(909) 593-4217 for more information. LOCATION: Community Center

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BASIC COMPUTING LEVEL III MOBILITY THROUGH EXERCISE/PHYSICAL CONDITIONING
Pre-requisite: Basic computing Level I and Level II This class is designed specifically for the older adult who is interest-
This hands-on continuation of Basic Computing Level 2 is designed ed in improving their physical conditioning. This course is designed to
to increase word processing skills. A more intensive application of word challenge all major muscles to promote strength and toning, improve
processing through creative projects will introduce the student to com- range of motion and flexibility and to increase endurance and coordina-
puter graphic design. Students will further their understanding of proper tion. Students are encouraged to participate at their own level.
computer care and maintenance. Appropriate music is utilized to enhance student motivation and class par-
INSTRUCTOR: Richard Baum ticipation.
DAY: Mondays INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Rohrenbacher
TIME: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM DAY: Tuesdays & Thursdays
AGES: 55 and Older TIME: 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
FEE: FREE AGES: 55 and older
SESSION: #1 – Aug 25 to Dec 8 FEE: FREE
LOCATION: Community Center SESSION: #1 – Aug 26 to Dec 11
LOCATION: Community Center
INTERNET RESEARCH - AN INTRODUCTION
Introduction to the World Wide Web includes e-mail, research, termi- HOME GARDENING
nology, and functional capabilities of the Internet. This course will include lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on expe-
INSTRUCTOR: Richard Baum rience in organic gardening, indoor plants, introduction to bonsai, fruit
DAY: Fridays orchards, traditional gardening, and information on pesticides. The study
TIME: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM of design, propagation methods, pruning, fertilizing, and a general under-
FEE: FREE standing of horticulture will be integrated in this course.
AGES: 55 and older INSTRUCTOR: Steve Williams
SESSION: #1 – Aug 29 to Dec 12 DAY: Tuesdays
LOCATION: Community Center TIME: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
AGES: 55 and Older
FEE: FREE
FALL PREVENTION: BALANCE AND MOBILITY SESSION: #1 – Aug 26 to Dec 9
Learn to prevent falls through balance, mobility, and risk prevention LOCATION: Community Center
INSTRUCTOR: To be announced
DAY: Tuesday & Thursdays DRAWING - BEGINNING THROUGH ADVANCED
TIME: 1:30- 2:30 PM
Developing the perceptual and technical skills of drawing, through
FEE: FREE
observations of objects, still life and landscape will be utilized.
SESSION: #1 – Aug 26 to Dec 11
INSTRUCTOR: Kathy Chou
LOCATION: Community Center
DAY: Thursday
TIME: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
INTERMEDIATE DECORATIVE ART PRODUCTION FOR RETAIL AGES: 55 and older
SALES FEE: FREE
Use of acrylic paints and associated mediums including painting on a SESSION: #1 – Aug 28 to Dec 11
variety of surfaces. Patterns are provided for student’s use. More LOCATION: Community Center
advanced Tole Decorative Art brush stroke techniques will be incorporat-
ed into a step-by-step method on specific projects. Marketing and pric- LIFELONG LEARNING FOR THE SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATION
ing of products will be presented. Students will receive a supply list at the Educational activities for special needs students emphasizing physi-
first class meeting, or may purchase supplies from instructor as appropri- cal, cognitive, social and emotional skill development.
ate. INSTRUCTOR: Anne Williams
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Beightol DAY: Wednesday
DAY: Mondays TIME: 9:00 to 11:00 AM
TIME: 6:00 to 9:00 PM AGES: 55 and older
AGES: 55 & older FEE: FREE
FEE: Free SESSION: #1 – Aug 27 to Dec 10
SESSION: #1 – Aug 25 to Dec 8 LOCATION: Community Center
LOCATION: Community Center Senior Craft Room
SLOW STRETCH/TAI CHI MOVEMENT
LIFELONG LEARNING FOR THE SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATION Several different moves and forms of Tai Chi study will be experi-
Educational activities for special needs students emphasizing physi- enced in this class.
cal, cognitive, social and emotional skill development. INSTRUCTOR: John Rafter
INSTRUCTOR: Celeste Stump DAY: Thursdays
DAY: Monday TIME: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
TIME: 8:45 to 11:15 AM AGES: 55 and older
AGES: 55 and older FEE: FREE
FEE: FREE SESSION: #1 – Aug 28 to Dec 11
SESSION: #1 – Aug 25 to Dec 8 LOCATION: Community Center
LOCATION: Community Center
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F O R
INCLUSION ADVISORY GROUP
O U R
Inclusion
S P E C I A L N E E D S P O P U L A T I O N
CAPTIONED THEATRE MOVIES AT REGAL CINEMAS, LA VERNE
The Inclusion Advisory Group, which was formed in 2004, meets Now at our local movie theatre, you can enjoy the feature of cap-
every other month. If interested in sharing ideas and adding to our com- tioned movies – great for the hearing impaired. Check Regal for show
munity, please call 909-596-8776. Dates for the meetings are Sept 17, times. A great program for anyone with hearing loss!
Nov 19, and Jan 14 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
AYSO (AMERICAN YOUTH SOCCER ORGANIZATION)
UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, ALL CLASSES HELT AT: VIP PROGRAM
COMMUNITY CENTER, 3680 “D” STREET AYSO’s VIP program provides a
quality soccer experience for children
INCLUSION PANEL’S BUDDY PROGRAM and adults whose physical or mental dis-
The Buddy Program, offered by La Verne’s abilities make it difficult to successfully
Inclusion Panel, is designed to match up parents of participate on mainstream teams. VIP
special needs children with parents of children teams include players who are blind or
with similar special needs. This program will visually impaired, amputees, mentally or
enable parents to share experiences, advice and emotionally challenged, Autistic, Downs
information with one another. If you are interest- Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, etc. AYSO
ed in being a buddy or would like to be paired with recognizes that all children need to feel a
other parents, please call the Community Center sense of belonging and acceptance. The
office at (909) 596-8776 VIP program offers that acceptance and
carries on the philosophy of Everyone
LIFELONG LEARNING FOR THE Plays to new heights – giving everyone a
SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATION – FITNESS CLASS chance of play. If you are interested in
Activities for special need students emphasizing physical, cognitive, participating as a volunteer or know some-
social and emotional development. INSTRUCTOR: Celeste Stump one who would enjoy participating as a
REGISTER: Contact Mt. SAC at (909) 594-5611, ext. 5117 player, please contact our Region’s VIP
DAY: Monday Coordinator, Neil Fancher at
TIME: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM ayso112vip@hotmail.com.
AGES: 18 & up
FEE: Free
SESSION: #1 – Aug 25 to Dec 29 DANCES FOR THE SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATION
LOCATION: Community Center The San Gabriel/Pomona Valley Foundation Regional Center and
the City of La Verne jointly host these dances. Volunteers are welcome
LIFELONG LEARNING FOR THE SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATION to help at this event. Sponsors for these dances are the La Verne Site
Educational activities for special need students emphasizing physi- Council, San Gabriel/Pomona Valley Foundation Regional Center,
cal, cognitive, social and emotional skills development. Alhambrans, and Parents Acting for the Handicapped (PATH). We will
INSTRUCTOR: Anne Williams be pre-selling tickets to dance participants. Parents/guardians do not
DAY: Wednesdays need to purchase a ticket and are welcome, and encouraged, to attend
TIME: 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM all of our dances. The cost of pre-sale tickets is $3 and limited to the
AGES: 55 & older first 200 tickets sold. Tickets purchased at the door will be $5 and sub-
FEE: Free ject to availability. All participants are required to fill out an activity reg-
SESSION: #1 – Jan 10 to June 13 istration form, which must be signed by participant or legal guardian –
LOCATION: Community Center Senior Craft Room NO EXCEPTIONS! Please help us ensure everyone’s safety by having
the dance participants arrive and depart with a parent, guardian, or
ART CLASS group home staff member. If you have further questions, please call
Art-related activities for special needs students emphasizing cogni- (909) 596-8776.
tive, social and emotional skill development INSTRUCTOR: Anne
Williams
REGISTER: Contact Mt. SAC at (909) 594-5611, ext. 5117 THE HALLOWEEN HOP! DANCE
DAY: Wednesdays FOR SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATION
TIME: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM We will be pre-selling tickets to dance participants.
AGES: 18 & up Parents/guardians do not need to purchase a ticket. The cost of pre-sale
FEE: Free tickets will be $3 and limited to the first 200 tickets sold. Tickets pur-
SESSION: #1 – Aug 27 to Dec 17 chased at the door will be $5 and subject to availability. Tickets can be
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office located in City Hall at 3660 “D” Street (909) 596-8700.
Halloween costumes are optional, but part of the fun! For several
years now the San Gabriel/Pomona Valley Foundation Regional Center
and the City of La Verne have jointly hosted these dances. The partici-
TRANSPORTATION FOR
pants enjoy a DJ, refreshments, fun decorations, and a chance to party
with their peers. Family members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
For any question please call (909) 596-8776. Volunteers are wel-
come to help at this event. Sponsors: La Verne Site Council, San
Seniors
Gabriel/Pomona Valley Regional Center, Alhambrans, and Parents and the
Acting for the Handicapped
DATE:
TIME:
AGES:
FEE:
Friday, Oct 24
6:00 to 9:00 PM
13 & up
$3/$5 at door
Disabled
CODE: 900444-01
LOCATION: Community Center Main Hall

SWEETHEARTS DANCE FOR SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATION

We will be pre-selling tickets to dance participants.
Parents/guardians do not need to purchase a ticket. The cost of pre-sale
tickets will be $3 and limited to the first 200 tickets sold. Tickets pur-
chased at the door will be $5 and subject to availability. Tickets can be
purchased starting Jan 10, at the Parks and Community Services office
located in City Hall at 3660 “D” Street.
The San Gabriel/Pomona Valley Foundation Regional Center and
the City of La Verne have jointly hosted these dances. The participants
enjoy a DJ, refreshments, fun decorations, and a chance to party with
their peers. Family members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
For any question please call (909) 596-8776. Volunteers are welcome
to help at this event. Sponsors: La Verne Site Council, San
Gabriel/Pomona Valley Regional Center, Alhambrans, and Parents
Acting for the Handicapped
DATE: Friday, Feb 13
TIME: 6:00 to 9:00 PM
AGES: 13 & up
FEE: $3/$5 at door
CODE: 900222-01
LOCATION: Community Center Main Hall

SAN DIMAS HOLIDAY SPECIAL NEEDS DANCE

Enjoy a holiday themed dance for the special needs community that
will include a DJ, refreshments, fun decorations, and a chance to party
with your peers. For more information, please call: (909) 394-6230.
DATE: Friday, December 5
TIME: 6:00 to 9:00 PM
AGES: 13 & up
FEE: $3/person pre-sale
$5 at the door
REGISTER: San Dimas Recreation Department
LOCATION: Community Building, San Dimas
245 E. Bonita Avenue

CREDIT CARDS
The Parks and Community Services Department accepts
Discover, Visa, and Mastercard credit cards for walk-in, mail-in, and
Fax-in registrations. At this time no telephone or e-mail registrations
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P R E S C H O O L ,
youth classes E D U C AT I O N ,
YOUTH CLASS INFORMATION
REGISTRATION: Mail-in priority registration will be accepted
from 8:00 AM on Tuesday, September 2, until 4:00 PM Thursday,
September 11. MAIL-INS RECEIVED AFTER 4:00 PM ON SEP-
TEMBER 11 WILL NO LONGER HAVE PRIORITY AND WILL BE
PROCESSED ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. Walk-in
registration will begin at 8:00 AM on Monday September 15.
NOTE: Mail-in registrations received before September 2, by fax,
mail, or in the drop-box, will be opened at 8:00 AM on September 2 and
will be processed at that time. Submitting your registration form prior to
September 2 will not guarantee your placement in a particular activity.
It is Department policy that if an activity is full the customer's check
is returned. To insure that you get the activities you want, it is recom-
mended that individual checks be sent for each activity.
F U N & F I T N E S S
When registering by mail, a completed, signed activity registration
form MUST be submitted for all activity registration. Registrations
received without the appropriate activity registration form WILL BE
RETURNED by mail and the customer may not get a requested activi-
ty. If confirmation is desired, please send a self-addressed, stamped
envelope. If no envelope is received, no confirmation will be returned.
All participants must be registered prior to the first class. Those not
registered will not be allowed to participate. No Exceptions!
Activity Registration Form is located at the end of this Recreation Guide
Unless otherwise noted, all classes held at one of the following
La Verne Facilities:
Community Center, 3680 “D” Street
Oak Mesa Preschool, 5400 Wheeler Avenue
Veteran’s Hall, 1550 Bonita Avenue
Las Flores Park, 3175 Bolling Avenue

VISITATION POLICY - Parents of perspective students are wel-

PRESCHOOL come to visit the classroom. However, a visit must be scheduled based
on the teacher's discretion. Arrangements may be made by calling the
This class is a social recreational program for children ages 3 to 5. We
Parks and Community Services Department at (909) 596-8700 between
offer children the learning of numbers, colors, shapes, and the alphabet.
the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Thursday.
Story time is enjoyable, music is a favorite, and free play is always fun.
The children create an arts and crafts project each day. English as a first
LATE POLICY - If, for any reason, a parent or guardian cannot pick
language is spoken and strongly encouraged.
up their child from class between the ending of class and 10 minutes
This is not a day care program. The morning and afternoon times are
thereafter, the parent or guardian will be assessed a $5 per 10 minutes late
separate classes. There will be no adult supervision between 11:15 AM
fee, payable at the time of pick up. Each participant will be given one
and 12:00 PM.
excused tardy ONLY
**Registration MUST be made in person at the Parks and Community
Services Office. No mail-in or fax registration will be accepted. If you
PAYMENT POLICY - Payments will be accepted monthly and must
are unable to be at this registration you may request a preschool form
be received by the Community Services Office by the first of the month.
ahead of time and your proxy may bring in your completed form and
Payments received on the 6th through the 15th of the month will be
copy of your child’s birth certificate and register your child. If all class-
assessed a $15 late fee. If the office is closed or a holiday falls on the 5th
es fill, then you or your proxy must specify to be placed on the waiting
of the month, payments may be placed in the drop-box, which is located
list.
on the rust-colored doors outside the Parks & Community Services
INSTRUCTORS: Jackey McClintock, Cheryl Benson, and Sally Olsen
Office. All payments received by 8:00 AM on the workday following the
5th of the month will be accepted without a late fee. If a payment is
BIRTH CERTIFICATES REQUIRED AT TIME OF REGISTRATION
brought into the office on the 6th of the month, the $15 late fee will be
CHILDREN MUST BE TOILET TRAINED - NO DIAPERS OR
assessed. If payment is not received by the 15th of the month, the child
PULL-UPS
will be automatically dropped from the class.
**NO EXCEPTIONS!**
CANCELLATION POLICY - Cancellations may be made in person
REGISTRATION: Walk-in only. Ongoing until full.
either at the Parks and Community Services Office or at the preschool by
DAYS TIME AGES FEE filling out a Preschool Participant Drop Form. Phone cancellations
Mon, Wed, & Fri 8:45-11:15 AM 3-5 $95 MUST be called in to the Parks and Community Services Office at (909)
596-8700.
Mon, Wed, & Fri 12:00-2:30PM 3-5 $95
Tues & Thurs 8:45-11:15 AM 3-5 $85 REFUND POLICY - Children may attend one class and drop with-
out penalty, except for a $5 handling charge, PROVIDED THE
SESSION: Sept 15, 2008 to June 5, 2009 ENROLLEES CONTACT THE PARKS AND COMMUNITY SER-
Winter Break – Dec 22 through Jan 2 VICES OFFICE WITHIN 24 HOURS AFTER THE FIRST CLASS.
Spring Break – April 6 through April 10
WAITING LIST POLICY - Names for the waiting list will not be
LOCATIONS: Oak Mesa Preschool Facility AND taken over the phone. All waiting list registration must be done at the
Veteran’s Hall Parks and Community Services Office, 3660 “D” Street. A copy of the

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child’s birth certificate will be required, and the child must turn three SAFESITTER CLASS
years old during the month that they are registering in. When registering, Our baby-sitting class teaches adolescents 11
specify a first choice of either Monday/Wednesday/Friday or to 14 years old girls and boy’s safe baby-sitting
Tuesday/Thursday and the instructor. This information will be kept on techniques. Students get hands-on practice in
file until May of the current school year. The last day to put names on the basic lifestyle techniques and receive information
waiting list will be Thursday, April 30, 2009. When being placed on the on child development and age appropriate activi-
waiting list the child must be potty trained and ready to begin school ties. All students will receive an American heart
when called for an opening. If your child is called off the waiting list and association completion card and safe sitter com-
he or she is not ready to start preschool, the child will be taken off the pletion card. Students must bring a lunch on the
waiting list. first day. Parents must sign in and out on both
days. INSTRUCTORS:Certified PVHMC staff
PARKING - the asphalt parking lot is to be used as a pick-up/drop- and CPR instructors.
off location. On-street parking is available for all other activities. DAYS: Varied
TIMES: 1st day - 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
PRIORITY REGISTRATION FOR UPCOMING SCHOOL 2nd day – 9:00 AM to 12:00PM
YEAR - PRIORITY #1 - First priority is given to returning students. AGES: 11 to 14 years
PRIORITY #2 - Second priority is given to children placed on the wait- FEE: $50/person
ing list by the last business day in April. Priority #1 and #2 students will SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 4 to Oct 5/CODE 710444-01
be notified by mail of their respective registration dates. NEW STU- #2 – Nov 1 to Nov 2/CODE 710444-02
DENT REGISTRATION will be accepted in August for the remaining #3 – Dec 6 to Dec 7/CODE 710444-03
available spaces. #4 – Jan 17 to Jan 18/CODE 710444-04
LOCATION: Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center,
PARENT EDUCATION PRESCHOOL 1798 N. Garey Avenue, Pomona
This course, offered by Mt. San Antonio College, is designed for par-
ents to learn about children's developmental stages and parenting skills
through participation in discussions and activities. Parents attend with
their children. Sponsored by Mt. San Antonio College. For further infor-
mation or registration, please contact Mt. San Antonio College
Community Education Center at (909) 594-5611 ext. 4845.
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Lwin.
DAYS: Tuesday and Thursday
TIME: 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM
AGES: 2 to 5 yrs.
FEE: $25 parent & 1 child; $45 parent & 2 or more children
(payable at class)
SESSION: #1 – Sept 9 to Dec 11
#2 – Jan 6 to Feb 19
LOCATION: Veterans Hall Main Hall
PARKING - the asphalt parking lot is to be used as a pick-up/drop-off
location. If needing to park for more than 15 minutes, please park on the
street.

MOM’S CLUB OF LA VERNE

The MOMS Club is an international non-profit organization that
offers support for the at-home mother of today. We feature a monthly cal-
endar of events, which includes a variety of activities for you and your
children. We also perform service projects throughout the year to help
local community charities. Cost for the club is $30 per year. We invite
you to join us at our monthly meeting, which is held the first Thursday of
the month at 9:30 AM at the Rock of the Foothills, 4630 Wheeler Avenue
in La Verne. (Please note: our club has no religious affiliations.) For
more information call Tracy at (909) 392-7005 or e-mail mom-
sclublv@yahoo.com.

CREDIT CARDS
The Parks and Community Services Department accepts
Discover, Visa, and Mastercard credit cards for walk-in, mail-in, and
Fax-in registrations. At this time no telephone or e-mail registrations
can be accepted.

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INTRODUCTION TO TYPING INTERMEDIATE PIANO/KEYBOARD LEVEL II

AND MICROSOFT WORD AND POWERPOINT This class is designed for students who can demonstrate skills learned
Develop your child’s basic typing skills and prepare them for many from beginning piano (see beginning piano & keyboard). Students will
years of future usage. Supplemental practice will be introduced to make learn to develop hand-eye coordination associated with reading music and
computers fun as your child is taught a lifetime skill. Learn to use playing the keyboard, develop ability to understand and perform more
Microsoft Word for writing reports, homework, or basic communication complex rhythms associated with advanced piano techniques. Students
skills. Students will create and edit the word document by formatting must have a keyboard available between classes to practice techniques.
with Microsoft Word functions. Students will turn their projects into an Must take level I to qualify for intermediate level or be approved by
awesome Powerpoint slide show presentation. INSTRUCTORS: AGI instructor. Contact the instructor at (909) 596-3962 should you have
Academy Staff questions regarding this class. INSTRUCTOR: Nola Karim
DAYS: Fridays DAY: Tuesday
TIMES: 3:30 to 4:15 PM TIME: 4:15 to 5:00 PM
AGES: 8 to 14 years AGES: 12 to 18 years
FEE: $80/person FEE $74/person (plus $10 materials fee payable at first class)
SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 3 to Nov 21/CODE 758444-02 SESSION: #1 – Nov 4 to Jan 13/CODE 714444-02
LOCATION: Community Center (No class 11/25, 12/23, 12/30)
LOCATION: Community Center

DRIVER EDUCATION (INTERNET OR HOME STUDY)

Driver education is a California required course for
teens to receive a driver’s license. It is the first step that DANCE CLASSES
must be taken so the teen can receive a driver’s permit.
The course includes much parental involvement, and Tiffany Witt-Munson has been dancing for 20 years
is fun, interactive, and educational. Coursework can and has been trained by some of the dance industries
be completed at any time of day or night. Students may finest instructors. She danced professionally in the
choose from an internet course or a home study course. Disneyland Christmas Parade and also for the WNBA's
DMV accepted completion certificates issued upon successful LA Sparks as a SparKid. She was a professional
completion of the course. Class does not include behind-the-wheel dri- dancer in the entertainment industry dancing in various
ving. stage shows, movies, music videos, and commercials.
AGES: 14 to 18 years For the past seven years Tiffany has been teaching all
FEE: Online - $75/person; types of dance including jazz, tap, ballet, and hip-hop. For more infor-
Home Study - $85/person mation on our classes and instructors check out or website at www.lav-
SESSIONS: Oct 1 through Oct 31/CODE 770444-01 ernedance.com.
Nov 1 through Nov 28/CODE 770444-02 ALL CLASSES HELD IN THE COMMUNITY CENTER
Dec 1 through Dec 31/CODE 770444-03 DANCE STUDIO
Jan 1 through Jan 31/CODE 770444-04
PARENT & ME/RHYTHM AND MOVEMENT
Children will be introduced to basic dance steps while learning rhythm
and movement.
THE ARTS DAY: Monday
Art, Music, Dance, Theatre TIME:
AGES:
2:30 to 3:15 PM
1 1/2 to 3 years
FEE: $60/person
BEGINNING PIANO/KEYBOARD LEVEL I SESSION: #1 – Oct 13 to Jan 12/CODE 711333-R1
Students will learn basic piano skills at a beginning (No class 11/3, 24, 12/22, 29)
level. Students will understand how to read music
symbols, understand rhythm, melody and harmony BALLET AND TAP FOR TOTS!
and direct application to playing the piano. Students Children will learn the basics of tap and ballet while developing grace-
will be encouraged to learn skills at their own pace. fulness, rhythm and coordination.
Student should have a keyboard available between DAY: Monday
classes to practice techniques. This class is geared towards children who TIME: 3:15 to 4:00 PM
have completed the 1st grade level of school and are able to work inde- AGES: 3 years
pendently in a classroom setting. Contact the instructor at (909) 596- FEE: $60/person
3962 should you have questions regarding this class. INSTRUCTOR: SESSION: #1 – Oct 13 to Jan 12/CODE 711333-T1
Nola Karim. (No class 11/3, 24, 12/22, 29)
DAY: Tuesday ---------------------------------------------
TIME: 3:15 to 4:00 PM
AGES: 6 to 16 years DAY: Monday
FEE $74/person (plus $10 materials fee payable at first class) TIME: 4:00 to 4:45 PM
SESSION: #1 – Nov 4 to Jan 13/CODE 714444-01 AGES: 3 to 4 years
(No class 11/25,12/23, 12/30) FEE: $60/person
LOCATION: Community Center SESSION: #1 – Oct 13 to Jan 12/CODE 711333-T2
(No class 11/3, 24, 12/22, 29)

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BALLET AND TAP
Children will learn the basics of tap and ballet while developing grace-
fulness, rhythm and coordination
SPORTS
DAY: Monday
TIME: 4:45 to 5:30 PM FALL TENNIS
AGES: 5 to 6 years
Instructor Brenda Click, a member of the United States Professional
FEE: $60/person
SESSION: #1 – Oct 13 to Jan 12/CODE 711333-T3 Tennis Association, comes to us with 30 years of experience teaching
(No class 11/3, 24, 12/22, 29) both youth and adults. Her teaching philosophy is based on using simple
terms to explain technique and strategy and to emphasize the importance
HIP HOP DANCE of ball control. Her enthusiasm and love of the game is infectious due to
Students will learn the basics of hip-hop dance through across the her teaching methods. She is especially effective in coaching students for
floor exercises as well as dance routines to hip hop music. high school team play. All of her classes are ongoing and, in addition to
learning tennis skills, the student also has the opportunity to meet other
DAY: Monday players of the same level and arrange to practice between sessions.
TIME: 5:30 to 6:15 PM The sessions typically run eight weeks. In case of rain, classes will
AGES: 5 to 8 years continue until eight weeks are completed. Every class meets once a week
FEE: $60/person and gives students the chance to improve their tennis skills while getting
SESSION: #1 – Oct 13 to Jan 12/CODE 711333-H1 exercise and having fun!
(No class 11/3, 24, 12/22, 29) ALL CLASSES HELD AT THE LAS FLORES TENNIS COURTS
*TENNIS SHOES AND RACQUET REQUIRED*
HIP HOP DANCE
Students will learn the basics of hip-hop dance through across the YOUTH BEGINNING TENNIS - LEVEL 1
floor exercises as well as dance routines to hip hop music. Students must have completed at least one beginning course in the La
DAY: Monday Verne program, or have prior knowledge of the forehand, backhand and
TIME: 6:15 to 7:00 PM volley. All grips and strokes will be reviewed, and students will learn how
AGES: 7 years and up to put the ball into play with the introduction of the basic underhand
FEE: $60/person serve. We will learn to score and begin match play in both singles and
SESSION: #1 – Oct 13 to Jan 12/CODE 711333-H2 doubles. If unsure of placement, please call Brenda Click at (909) 596-
(No class 11/3, 24, 12/22, 29) 5681.
DAY: Tuesday
TIME: 5:00 to 6:00 PM
AGES: 9 to 12 years
TEEN/ADULT STRETCH AND TONE FEE: $58/person
Students will learn stretches and exercises to tone muscles and SESSIONS: #1 – Sept 30 to Nov 18/CODE 724444-02
increase flexibility. INSTRUCTOR: Tiffany Witt-Munson #2 – Dec 2 to Jan 27/CODE 724444-05
DAY: Monday
TIME: 7:00 to 7:45 PM
AGES: 13 and up YOUTH TENNIS - LEVEL 3
FEE: $60/person Students in this class will continue to improve technique and shot
SESSION: #1 – Oct 13 to Jan 12/CODE 727444-01 selection. The use of spin will be emphasized for better placement and
(No class 11/3, 24, 12/22, 29) ball control. Both drills and supervised match play will take place at once
on two or three courts. No standing and waiting. If unsure of placement,
please call Brenda Click at (909) 596-5681.
CLOGGING DAY: Monday
These classes provide quality, high-energy training in “percussive TIME: 4:00 to 5:00 PM
dance”, mostly clogging. Classes are designed for families to spend time AGES: 10 to 14 years
together developing talent, skill, fitness and confidence. Performances FEE: $58/person
encouraged by not required. Call instructor Brian Bon at (213) 842-0389 SESSIONS: #1 – Sept 29 to Nov 17/CODE 724444-03
for information and to sign up. INSTRUCTOR: Brian Bon #2 – Dec 1 to Jan 26/CODE 724444-06
DAY: Thursdays
TIME: 6:00 to 9:00 PM (beginner children are earlier in the YOUTH/TEEN ADVANCED TENNIS - LEVEL 4
day; levels advance as the hour gets later) This class is designed for the serious student who has already com-
AGES: 4 and up pleted several sessions, including levels 1, 2 and 3. Players will be
FEE: $35/month encouraged to join the USTA, and begin playing local tournaments at the
SESSIONS: Ongoing appropriate age division. Coaching on advanced techniques and strate-
LOCATION: Community Center, Dance Studio gies will be emphasized. If unsure of placement or for more information,
please call Brenda Click at (909) 596-5681. TENNIS SHOES AND
RAQUETS REQUIRED.
DAY: Monday
CREDIT CARDS TIME: 5:00 to 6:00 PM
AGES: 12 to 16 years (or w/ Instructor approval)
The Parks and Community Services Department accepts Discover, Visa,
FEE: $58/person
and Mastercard credit cards for walk-in, mail-in, and Fax-in registrations. At
SESSION: #1 – Sept 29 to Nov 17/CODE 725444-01
this time no telephone or e-mail registrations can be accepted.
#2 – Dec 1 to Jan 26/CODE 725444-02

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TEEN/ADULT BEGINNING TENNIS- LEVEL 1

Students will be introduced to the basic strokes, grips, court terms, and
etiquette in a fun on the court atmosphere. This is for the teen or adult
who has never had tennis instruction, or who wants to come back for a
refresher course after many years of no play. The instructor will encour-
age students to take this opportunity to meet other players at the same
level and practice together in between classes. If unsure of placement or
for more information, contact Brenda Click at (909) 596-5681. TENNIS
SHOES AND TENNIS RACQUETS REQUIRED FALL GYMNASTICS
DAY: Tuesday ***GYMNASTIC REGISTRATION ONLY***
TIME: 6:00 to 7:00 PM
AGES: 13 and up Priority mail-in registration (child must be currently enrolled in sum-
FEE: $58/person mer session) will be accepted from September 15 through 4:00 PM on
SESSION: #1 – Sept 30 to Nov 18/CODE 722444-01 September 18.
#2 – Dec 2 to Jan 27/CODE 722444-03 Mail-in registration for all new students will be accepted from
September 22 through 4:00 PM on Thursday, September 25.
TEEN/ADULT TENNIS - LEVEL 2 Walk-in registration will be accepted starting Monday, September 29,
This class is for students that have successfully completed at least one at 8:30 AM at the Parks and Community Services Office if openings are
level I session. Prior knowledge of the forehand, backhand and volley are still available.
required. Match play will be taught. Previous high school players that TO REGISTER: Mail-in registration may be mailed to the Parks and
are coming back to the game after several years are comfortable entering Community Services Office at 3660 "D" Street, La Verne, 91750, or may
at this level or level 3. If unsure of placement, please call Brenda Click be placed in the drop-box located outside of the Parks and Community
at (909) 596-5681. TENNIS SHOES AND RAQUETS REQUIRED. Services Office in the rust-colored doors. If paying by credit card, FAX-
DAY: Monday in registration may be faxed to (909) 596-8763. If confirmation is
TIME: 7:00 to 8:00 PM desired, please enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
AGES: 13 and up (or w/ Instructor approval)
FEE: $58/person ***ABOUT OUR PROGRAM***
SESSION: #1 – Sept 29 to Nov 17/CODE 722444-02 The La Verne Gymnastics program's philosophy is to develop a child's
#2 – Dec 1 to Jan 26/CODE 722444-04 self-esteem by providing successful experiences in a non-competitive
environment. La Verne Gymnastics’ unique teaching philosophy is dif-
TEEN/ADULT TENNIS - LEVEL 3 ferent from that of most team focused programs because it allows every
This class will continue to improve technique and shot selection. The child to feel like a winner.
use of spin will be emphasized for better placement and ball control. Our goals are to help children feel good about themselves, to help the
Both drills and supervised match play will go on 2 or 3 courts, not stand- students believe they can accomplish whatever they put their mind and
ing waiting. If unsure of placement, please call Brenda Click at (909) effort to, and to raise their level of fitness and self-esteem.
596-5681. TENNIS SHOES AND RAQUETS REQUIRED. Our program is based on the USGF Junior Olympic program, which
DAY: Thursday is recognized at gymnastic centers throughout the United States. We offer
TIME: 7:00 to 8:00 PM over $13,000 dollars of gymnastics equipment.
AGES: 13 and up (or w/ Instructor approval) Beginning through advanced levels of gymnastics, which are taught
FEE: $58/person by our experienced instructors Brenda Witt, Megan Wash, Lindsay King,
SESSION: #1 – Oct 2 to Nov 20/CODE 722444-02 and Haley Donovan. Combined they have over 41 years of experience
#2 – Dec 4 to Feb 7/CODE 722444-04 coaching gymnastics. Our complete gymnastics program also includes a
traveling performing team. Any level harder than beginning has no age
requirement, but it does require the instructor's approval. All gymnasts
Classes will be filling up fast! are evaluated to assure placement in the appropriate class with other stu-
dents of the same abilities.

Sign-up Now! ALL CLASSES HELD AT VETERAN’S HALL

Registration may be made by mail to the TUMBLE BEARS

Parks and Community Services Office, This is a gymnastics class where all basic gymnastics skills are taught.
3660 St., La Verne, CA, 91750, by using the Because of the younger age of these gymnasts, the skills are taught in a
way that a younger child can understand. Classes are designed to help
registration form available at the end of this
children increase their motor skills, balance, eye-hand coordination and
booklet. social skills. Class includes activities that use equipment such as lummi
Registration may also be placed in the mail-in sticks, beanbags, hula-hoops, mini-trampoline and ladders.
registration box located on the rust-colored doors DAYS TIMES AGES FEE CODE
outside of the Parks and Community Services Tues 2:30 to 3:15 PM 3 1/2 - 5 $65 738444-Z1
Office, or registration may be brought to the Thurs 2:30 to 3:15 PM 3 1/2 - 5 $65 738444-Z2
Parks and Community Services Office during normal business hours SESSIONS: #1- Tues, Oct 7 to Jan 13
Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., except those activities (No class 11/11, 11/25, 12/16, 23, or 30)
with a specific registration date and time. #2- Thurs, Oct 9 to Jan 15
(No class 10/30, 11/27, 12/18, 25, or 1/1)

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BEGINNING GYMNASTICS ADVANCED GYMNASTICS
Classes are designed to give students a solid basis Class requires instructor's approval
of gymnastics and include cartwheels, handstands This class includes back tucks on the floor as well as level 4 and 5
and bridge kickovers. Also included are basic beam and bar routine skills.
uneven bar and balance beam skills, as well as social DAYS TIMES AGES FEE CODE
skills such as learning to take turns and considera- Thurs 5:30 to 6:15 PM OPEN $65 738444-V1
tion of other children. Gymnastics is an excellent SESSIONS: #1- Thurs, Oct 9 to Jan 15
sport that works total body strength, flexibility, and (No class 10/30, 11/27, 12/18, 25, or 1/1)
coordination.
DAYS TIMES AGES FEE CODE
Mon 3:15 to 4:00 PM 4 to 6 $65 738444-M1 GYMNASTICS SKILLS FOR CHEERLEADING
Mon 4:00 to 4:45 PM 7 & up $65 738444-M2 Planning on trying out for high school cheerlead-
Tues 3:15 to 4:00 PM 4 to 6 $65 738444-T1 ing? Class includes skills such as cartwheels, round-
Tues 4:00 to 4:45 PM 4 to 6 $65 738444-T2 offs, aerials and round-off backhand springs, as well
Tues 4:00 to 4:45 PM 7 & up $65 738444-T3 as mini-trampoline and stunting. This class is taught
Thurs 4:00 to 4:45 PM 4 to 6 $65 738444-H1 by Bonita High School Cheerleaders and is designed
Thurs 4:00 to 4:45 PM 7 & up $65 738444-H2 for ages 12 and older or younger children who are
Thurs 6:15 to 7:00 PM 7 & up $65 738444-H3 currently cheerleaders.
SESSIONS: #1 – Mon, Oct 6 to Jan 12 DAYS TIMES AGES FEE CODE
(No class 10/27, 11/24, 12/22, or 12/29) Thurs 4:45 to 5:30 PM OPEN $65 738444-C1
#2- Tues, Oct 7 to Jan 13 SESSIONS: #1- Thurs, Oct 9 to Jan 15
(No class 11/11, 11/25, 12/16, 23, or 30) (No class 10/30, 11/27, 12/18, 25, or 1/1)
#3- Thurs, Oct 9 to Jan 15
(No class 10/30, 11/27, 12/18, 25, or 1/1)
SKILLS ONLY
Are you stuck on a skill that you need to move to a harder class? We
BEGINNING BOYS’ GYMNASTICS now offer a skills only class for Beginning through Advanced gymnasts.
Do you want to take gymnastics in an all boys environment? Then this This class gives your gymnast the opportunity to work on the skills that
class is for you! You will be learning basic gymnastic skills in an all boys they need in order to move up to the next level. The only requirement is
environment. Classes will include cartwheels and handstands as well as that this class is taken in addition to your regular class.
other elements of boys gymnastics. DAYS TIMES AGES FEE CODE
DAYS TIMES AGES FEE CODE Tues 6:15 to 7:00 PM OPEN $65 738444-S1
Thurs 3:15 to 4:00 PM 4 to 6 $65 738444-B1 SESSIONS: #1- Thurs, Oct 9 to Jan 15
SESSIONS: #3- Thurs, Oct 9 to Jan 15 (No class 10/30, 11/27, 12/18, 25, or 1/1)
(No class 10/30, 11/27, 12/18, 25, or 1/1)

GYMNASTICS DEMONSTRATION TUMBLING TEAM

ADVANCED BEGINNING GYMNASTICS
Class requires the instructor’s approval THE CITY OF LA VERNE OFFERS A BEGINNING,
Advanced beginning class offers a slightly more advanced level of INTERMEDIATE, AND ADVANCED GYMNASTICS
skills, which includes round-offs and back walkovers on the floor, as well PERFORMING GROUP.
as handstands and cartwheels on the balance beam. Also included are Do you love gymnastics but don’t want to compete? The City
more advanced uneven bar skills and front flips on the mini-tramp. of La Verne offers a non-competitive beginning, intermediate, and
DAYS TIMES AGES FEE CODE advanced level performing gymnastics tumbling group called the
Tues 4:45 to 5:30 PM OPEN $65 738444-A1 La Verne Gymnastics Demonstration Tumbling Team. This team is
Thurs 4:45 to 5:30 PM OPEN $65 738444-A2 non-competitive but includes more intense training and commit-
SESSIONS: #1- Tues, Oct 7 to Jan 13 ment than our regular 10-week gymnastics classes.
(No class 11/11, 11/25, 12/16, 23, or 30) The Tumbling Team performs at various community events
#2- Thurs, Oct 9 to Jan 15 throughout the year such as the El Monte Gymnastics Show, the La
(No class 10/30, 11/27, 12/18, 25, or 1/1) Verne 4th of July Parade and the Halloween parade.
PAYMENT POLICY: The fee is $60 per month. Payments will
be due by the first class of every month. Children must be enrolled
INTERMEDIATE GYMNASTICS by the first class to be able to attend. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Class requires the instructor’s approval INSTRUCTORS: Brenda Witt, Haley Donovan, Lindsey King
These classes include back handsprings and aerial cartwheels on the DAYS TIMES AGES FEE
floor as well as more advanced skills on the bars and balance beam. Mon 4:45 to 6:15 PM OPEN $60/Mo
DAYS TIMES AGES FEE CODE SESSIONS: #1 – Aug - Jan
Tues 5:30 to 6:15 PM OPEN $65 738444-I1 CODES: Aug – 738400-08
Thurs 5:30 to 6:15 PM OPEN $65 738444-I2 Sept – 738400-09
SESSIONS: #1- Tues, Oct 7 to Jan 13 Oct – 738400-10
(No class 11/11, 11/25, 12/16, 23, or 30) Nov – 738400-11
#2- Thurs, Oct 9 to Jan 15 Dec – 738400-12
(No class 10/30, 11/27, 12/18, 25, or 1/1) Jan – 738400-01

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LA VERNE MUSTANG CHEER SQUAD CHILD FITNESS PROGRAM

Note: We are not affiliated with theLa Verne Community Cheer Program. Introducing children to proper form and various exercises. This class
This class will teach cheer motions, dance, kicks, jumps, tumbling will work every muscle group in the body. Encourages on active, health-
skills and stunting. We provide routines to popular music and exciting ier lifestyle at an early age. Benefits include weight loss, increased self-
steps with formations and a more competitive atmosphere. This squad esteem, more energy, and increased strength. INSTRUCTOR: Jessica
will have the opportunity to perform at many local events throughout the Meza
year as well as competitions. Come join the fun, as your child will be DAYS: Tuesday and Thursday
taught by highly trained cheerleaders! *Students will be placed within a TIME: 5:00 to 6:00 PM
group that fits their individual level. INSTRUCTOR: WEBBY Dance AGES: 9 to 14 years
Company FEE: $69/person
DAYS: Wednesday SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 2 to Oct 30/CODE 750444-IA
TIME: 4:30 to 6:00 PM #2 – Nov 4 to Nov 25/CODE 750444-IB
AGES: 5 to 15 years #3 – Dec 2 to Dec 30/CODE 750444-IC
FEE: $60/person (No class 12/25)
SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 1 to Nov 19/CODE 716444-01 #4 – Jan 6 to Jan 29/CODE 750444-I1
#2 – Dec 3 to Jan 28/CODE 716444-02 (No class 12/24) LOCATION: Community Center
LOCATION: Community Center
TINY TOT KARATE
Learn exercises, coordination skills, basic karate skills, rewards and
lots of fun and praise. Enrollment is limited so sign up soon! INSTRUC-
TOR: Beverly Walczak (Mrs. Sensei)
DAYS: Thursday
TIME: 9:00 to10:00 AM
AGES: 3 to 5 years
FEE: $30/session
SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 2 to Oct 23/CODE 750444-TA
#2 – Nov 6 to Dec 18/CODE 750444-TB
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
(Combined class-No classes 11/13, 27, 12/4, 25)
#4 – Jan 8 to Jan 29/CODE 750444-T1 PUBLIC LIBRARY – LA VERNE
LOCATION: Community Center Senior Activity Room
ADDRESS: 3640 “D” Street, La Verne
MARTIAL ARTS/JAPANESE KARATE/BEGINNING TELEPHONE: (909) 596-1934
Designed to gain self-confidence and basic self-defense skills. SCHEDULE: Monday thru Thursday -12:00 to 8:00 PM
Approximately every 3 months students will be tested. Testing fees range Friday & Saturday - 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
from $10 to $15 and are payable to the sensei. Registration fee based on
a 4-week months and is due by the first of the month. NO PAYMENTS Sunday - Closed
WILL BE TAKEN AFTER THE FIRST CLASS. SENSEIS: Jerome
and Beverly Walczak
DAYS: Tuesday and Thursday LIBRARY FALL EVENTS
TIME: 7:30 to 8:15 PM
AGES: Purple to Jr. Black Belt to Adults MONDAYS - 4:00 PM Video Game Club
FEE: $35/person
SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 2 to Oct 21/CODE 750444-IA TUESDAYS - 4:15 PM Teen Advisory Board
#2 – Nov 4 to Nov 20/CODE 750444-IB
#3 – Dec 4 to Dec 30/CODE 750444-IC
#4 – Jan 6 to Jan 29/CODE 750444-I1
WEDNESDAYS - 6:30 PM Family Story Time
LOCATION: Community Center
FRIDAYS - 12:00 PM Baby/Toddler/
MARTIAL ARTS/JAPANESE KARATE/INTERMEDIATE Preschooler Story Time
Designed to gain self-confidence and basic self-defense skills.
Approximately every 3 months students will be tested. Testing fees range
from $10 to $15 and are payable to the sensei. Registration fee is based
SATURDAYS - 12:00 PM Anime Club
on a 4-week month and is due by the first of the month. NO PAYMENTS
WILL BE TAKEN AFTER THE FIRST CLASS. SENSEIS: Jerome
and Beverly Walczak 1st Saturday of the month at 12:00 PM
DAYS: Tuesday and Thursday
TIME: 7:30 to 8:15 PM Video Game Tournament
AGES: Purple to Jr. Black Belt to Adults
FEE: $35/person
SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 2 to Oct 21/CODE 750444-IA
#2 – Nov 4 to Nov 20/CODE 750444-IB October 28th - 30th 4:00-7:00 PM
#3 – Dec 4 to Dec 30/CODE 750444-IC
#4 – Jan 6 to Jan 29/CODE 750444-I1 Haunted House
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E D U C AT I O N ,
ADULT CLASS INFORMATION
REGISTRATION: Mail-in priority registration will be accepted
from 8:00 AM on Tuesday, September 4, until 4:00 PM Thursday,
September 13. MAIL-INS RECEIVED AFTER 4:00 PM ON SEP-
TEMBER 4 WILL NO LONGER HAVE PRIORITY AND WILL BE
PROCESSED ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. Walk-
in registration will begin at 8:00 AM on Monday September 17.
NOTE: Mail-in registrations received before September 4, by fax,
mail, or in the drop-box, will be opened at 8:00 AM on September 4
and will be processed at that time. Submitting your registration form
prior to September 4 will not guarantee your placement in a particular
activity.
It is Department policy that if an activity is full, the customer's check
will be returned. To insure that you get the activities you want, it is rec-
ommended that individual checks be sent for each activity.
When registering by mail, a completed, signed activity registration
F I T N E S S & F U N
form MUST be submitted for all activity registration. Please remem-
ber to include your date of birth and sign each form.
Registrations received without the appropriate activity registration
form WILL BE RETURNED by mail and the customer may not get a
requested activity. If confirmation is desired, please send a self-
addressed, stamped envelope.
All participants must be registered prior to the first class. Those not
registered will not be allowed to participate. No exceptions!
Activity Registration Form is located at the end of this Recreation Guide
Unless otherwise noted, all classes held at one of the following
La Verne Facilities:
Community Center, 3680 “D” Street
Oak Mesa Preschool, 5400 Wheeler Avenue
Veteran’s Hall, 1550 Bonita Avenue
Las Flores Park, 3175 Bolling Avenue
*REGISTRATION POLICY APPLIES TO ALL CLASSES
EXCEPT WHERE NOTED*

THE ARTS INTERMEDIAYE BELLY DANCE

Continue developing your dance skills! Group choreography and solo
performance readiness are our goals. Proficiency with zills a MUST.
ART, MUSIC, DANCE Admission to the class by instructor only.
INSTRUCTOR: Catharae Smith
WOODCARVERS GROUP DAY: Wednesday
Learn to carve on Tuesday nights from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the City TIME: 7:30 to 8:30 PM
of La Verne Community Center. View carving on display and then visit AGES: 15 and up
the carvers. All skill levels welcomed. A parent or a responsible adult FEE: $56/person
must accompany children between the ages 10 to 17. Beginning carvers SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 1 to Nov 19/CODE 704444-01
receive their first blank free with one-on-one instruction. We have knives #2 – Nov 26 to Jan 28/CODE 704444-03
for sale for $11. If you have questions, please contact Jerry Abel at (909) LOCATION: Community Center
951-6991. COORDINATORS: Jerry Abel, Barry Pitts, Lynn Nicholson,
and Don Peart. CONTRA DANCE
DAY: Tuesday Contra dances are fun, friendly and easy to learn. Contra dancing, also
TIME 6:00 to 8:30 PM known as Barn Dancing, New England Fold Dancing, a kin to Square
AGES: 10 years and up Dancing and still going strong after over 200 years. Lots of exercise
FEE: $2/month/person INSTRUCTOR: Lawrence Little.
SESSIONS: Ongoing DAY: 2nd Sunday of each month
LOCATION: Community Center TIME: 3:30 to 7:00 PM (free beginner class at 3:30 PM.
Dance is held from 4:00 to 7:00 PM)
AGES: All
BEGINNING BELLY DANCE FEE: $8/person payable at each dance
Start fall with the hot new dancing class – Belly SESSION: Ongoing
Dancing! Try a fun dance class designed for everyone. LOCATION: Veteran’s Hall Main Hall
Belly Dancing will put yoga to music and enhance the ADULT/TEEN TAP DANCE
fluid movement of your cymbals, veil work, dance Students will learn the fundamentals of tap through center floor and
combinations and musical interpretations. across the floor exercises as well as dance routines. INSTRUCTOR:
INSTRUCTOR: Catharae Smith Tiffany Witt-Munson
DAY: Wednesday DAY: Monday
TIME: 6:30 to 7:30 PM TIME: 7:00 to 7:45 PM
AGES: 15 and up AGES: 13 and up
FEE: $56/person (plus $20 material fee payable at class) FEE: $50/person
SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 1 to Nov 19/CODE 704444-01 SESSION: #1 – Oct 13 to Jan 26/CODE 727444-01
#2 – Nov 26 to Jan 28/CODE 704444-03 (No class 10/27, 11/17, 12/8, 12/15, 12/22, 12/29)
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TEEN/ADULT STRETCH AND TONE BEGINNING SALSA

Students will learn stretches and exercises to tone muscles and Salsa dancing is fun, hot, fast and here to stay!! In
increase flexibility. this class you will learn some basics, some turns, some
INSTRUCTOR: Tiffany Witt-Munson loops, a few tricky steps and also how to lead or follow
DAY: Monday the steps so that you can dance with anyone! Alone or
TIME: 7:45 to 8:30 PM with a partner – come and join the fun! If you have any
AGES: 13 and up questions, please call the instructor at (909) 980-2365 or
FEE: $60/person e-mail him at DancingDanny@msn.com.
SESSION: #1 – Oct 13 to Jan 26/CODE 727444-01 INSTRUCTOR: Danny Caraza.
(No class 10/27, 11/17, 12/8, 12/15, 12/22, 12/29) DAY: Sunday
LOCATION: Community Center Dance Studio TIME: 2:00 to 3:00 PM
AGE: 16 and up
UPPER BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE LINE DANCE FEE: $30/person
Learn beginning and high-energy line dances in a fun and friendly SESSION: #1 – Oct 5 to Nov 2/CODE 720444-S1
atmosphere. Beginners with some experience will quickly become inter- (No class 10/12)
mediate dancers ready to dance at Montana’s. This class is also great for #2 – Nov 16 to Dec 7/CODE 720444-S4
experienced dancers wanting to improve their skills and learn new #3 – Dec 21 to Jan 17 (No class 1/11)
dances. You’ll have so much fun you won’t realize you’re exercising! If
you have any questions, please call the instructor at (909) 593-2447.
INSTRUCTOR: Karen Johnson INTERMEDIATE SALSA
DAY: Wednesday Have you been out to the Salsa Clubs and watched the guys spinning
TIME: 7:00 to 9:30 PM (7:00 to 7:3 PM Upper Beginning) the ladies many different ways – just when you think that their arms
AGE: 16 and up would surely be tied in a knot – they are back where they started – as if
FEE: $48/person by magic!! You too can have magic hands!! You can get them in this
SESSION: #1 – Oct 1 to Nov 19/CODE 757444-01 class! If you have any questions, please call the instructor at (909) 980-
LOCATION: Community Center 2365 or e-mail him at DancingDanny@msn.com.
INSTRUCTOR: Danny Caraza.
SWING, BALLROOM, SALSA DANCE DAY:
TIME:
Thursday
7:30 to 8:30 PM
All classes are held at Veterans’ Hall AGE: 16 and up
BEGINNING EAST COAST SWING FEE: $30/person
AKA…the Jitterbug – Have you seen people swing dancing in SESSION: #1 – Oct 9 to Oct 30/CODE 720444-S2
movies, TV commercials or at clubs? That is what you will learn in this #2 – Nov 6 to Dec 4/CODE 720444-S3
class. Even if you have two left feet - you can learn to dance and have (No class 11/227
fun too! Come join in the fun, with or without a partner. If you have any #3 – Dec 11 to Jan 15/CODE 720444-S5
questions call the instructor at (909) 980-2365 or e-mail him at (No class 11/25, 1/1)
DancingDanny@msn.com
INSTRUCTOR: Danny Caraza
DAY: Sunday BEGINNING WEST COAST SWING
TIME: 1:00 to 2:00 PM Our state’s official dance! This dance works well
AGE: 16 and up with slow jazz, medium tempo swing or country music.
FEE: $30 per session In this class you will learn how to lead or follow some
SESSION: #1 – Oct 5 to Nov 2/CODE 720444-E1 basic passes, whips, under arm passes and sugar push.
(No class 10/12) Bring a partner, a friend or come alone – but do come and
#2 – Nov 16 to Dec 7/CODE 720444-E4 join the fun! If you have any questions call the instructor at (909) 980-
#3 – Dec 21 to Jan 18/CODE 7220444-E6 2365 or e-mail him at DancingDanny@msn.com
(No class 1/11) INSTRUCTOR: Danny Caraza
DAY: Monday
INTERMEDIATE EAST COAST SWING TIME: 7:30 to 8:30 PM
We will be adding more steps, style and changing our timing so that AGE: 16 and up
we can do some fun kicking, spinning, posing and traveling steps. You FEE: $30/person
will be able to put on a show while you are having fun just dancing. SESSION: #1 – Oct 6 to Oct 27/CODE 720444-W1
Come join the fun in this class! If you have any questions call the instruc- #2 – Nov 3 to Nov 24/CODE 720444-W2
tor at (909) 980-2365 or e-mail him at DancingDanny@msn.com. #3 – Dec 8 to Jan 12/CODE 720444-W3
INSTRUCTOR: Danny Caraza (No class 12/22 or 12/29)
DAY: Thursday
TIME: 8:30 to 9:30 PM
AGE: 16 and up
FEE: $30/person
SESSION: #1 – Oct 9 to Oct 30/CODE 720444-E2 CREDIT CARDS
#2 – Nov 6 to Dec 4/CODE 720444-E3 The Parks and Community Services Department accepts Discover,
(No class 11/27) Visa, and Mastercard credit cards for walk-in, mail-in, and Fax-in regis-
#3 – Dec 11 to Jan 15/CODE 720444-E5 trations. At this time no telephone or e-mail registrations can be accepted.
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BEGINNING BALLROOM AND SALSA DancingDanny@msn.com.
“Dancing with the Stars” – Always show off your partners as though INSTRUCTOR: Danny Caraza
they were a star! You will learn some steps in Foxtrot, Salsa, Cha-Cha, DAY: Sunday
and Waltz so that you will be able to dance to most music that is played. TIME: 12:00 to 1:00 PM
Bring a partner or come alone – just make sure you come and join in on AGES: 16 and up
the fun! If you have any questions, call the instructor at (909) 980-2365 FEE: $30/person
or e-mail him at DancingDanny@msn.com. SESSION: #1 – Oct 5 to Nov 2/CODE 720444-B3
INSTRUCTOR: Danny Caraza (No class 10/12)
DAY: Sunday #2 – Nov 16 to Dec 7/CODE 720444-B5
TIME: 3:00 to 4:00 PM #3 – Dec 21 to Jan 18/CODE 720444-B7
AGE: 16 and up (No class 1/11)
FEE: $30/person
SESSION: #1 – Oct 5 to Nov 2/CODE 720444-B2 CLOGGING
(No class 10/12) These classes provide quality, high-energy training in “percussive
#2 – Nov 16 to Dec 7/CODE 720444-B4 dance”, mostly clogging. Classes are designed for families to spend time
#3 – Dec 21 to Jan 18/CODE 720444-B6 together developing talent, skill, fitness and confidence. Performances
(No class 1/11) encouraged by not required. Call instructor Brian Bon at (213) 842-0389
for information and to sign up.
INSTRUCTOR: Brian Bon
INTERMEDIATE BALLROOM DAY: Thursdays
Have you seen couples dance everything? They TIME: 6:00 to 9:00 PM (beginner children are earlier in the
are dancing, having fun, and making everyone else day; levels advance as the hour gets later)
jealous! You too can learn to dance! We will work on AGES: 4 and up
new dances, new steps and styling too! People will FEE: $35/month
enjoy watching you and you will enjoy dancing! SESSIONS: Ongoing
Bring a partner, bring a friend or just bring yourself – LOCATION: Community Center
BUT do come. If you have any questions call the
instructor at (909) 980-2365 or e-mail him at DancingDanny@msn.com.
INSTRUCTOR: Danny Caraza
DAY: Sunday
EDUCATION/SELF-IMPROVEMENT
TIME: 4:00 to 5:00 PM TOPS, INC (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY)
AGES: 16 and up “Take Off Pounds Sensibly” is a support group for the purpose of pro-
FEE: $30/person moting healthy life-style and weight goal loss. The organization is over
SESSION: #1 – Oct 5 to Nov 2/CODE 720444-B3 50 years old and is open to all pre-teen, young adults and seniors. It is a
(No class 10/12) non-profit organization that meets weekly. Meetings consist of weigh-ins
#2 – Nov 16 to Dec 7/CODE 720444-B5 and healthy weight-loss programs and activities. Anyone is welcome to
#3 – Dec 21 to Jan 18/CODE 720444-B7 participate as a guest prior to membership. PLEASE JOIN US on
(No class 1/11) Thursday evenings from 6:00 PM. INSTRUCTOR: Linda Kuciera
DAY: Thursday
ADVANCED BALLROOM TIME: 6:30 to 7:30 PM
You will learn new dances and how to spiral, spin, hover and pose as AGES: All
you dance. We will also work on balance, style, technique and what you FEE: $24 annual membership
should do if your partner releases you and dances separated for a moment. SESSION: Continuous
Make those that are watching stand up and say, “Wow, I wish I could do LOCATION: Community Center
that!” If you have any questions call the instructor at (909) 980-2365 or
e-mail him at DancingDanny@msn.com. GET THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS FOR YOUR CHILD’S COLLEGE
INSTRUCTOR: Danny Caraza EDUCATION
DAY: Monday The course will cover the little known secrets of how to get maximum
TIME: 8:30 to 9:30 PM money for college! How to legally arrange your financial situation to pay
AGES: 16 and up for college costs with as little out of pocket as possible. Discover the 9
FEE: $30/person new ways to beat the high cost of college! Some of the secrets you’ll dis-
SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 6 to Oct 27/CODE 720444-B1 cover: How the middle to upper class pay close to nothing on college
#2 – Nov 3 to Nov 24/CODE 720444-B3 cost, how to increase your eligibility status, how to double, or even triple
#3 – Dec 8 to Jan 12/CODE 720444-B5 the amount of aid you receive, how to fill out the complicated application
(No class 12/22 or 12/29) accurately (over 90% fill them out incorrectly resulting in less aid), learn
which colleges give the most FREE money (less loans), and how to send
your child to an expensive school for less than a state school. INSTRUC-
WEDDING DANCE/SPECIAL EVENT TOR: Jay Parayno
It’s finally your day—everything that had to get done has come DATE: Saturday, Oct 18
together perfectly. This will truly be a day to remember. And now comes CODE: 740444-01
the time everyone has been waiting for—will your first dance be a rock- TIME: 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
ing embrace or will you “WOW” your friends with a truly special dance. AGE: 18 and up
A dance of a lifetime—a dance that they will always remember. If you FEE: $25 ($24 material fee payable at class)
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PHYSICAL FITNESS, SPORTS ADULT FALL TENNIS

JAZZERCISE Instructor Brenda Click, a member of the United States
Jazzercise is a 60-minute class incorporating cardio, strength, and Professional Tennis Association, comes to us with 30 years
stretch moves for a total body workout. Moves from hip hop, yoga, of experience teaching both children and adults. Her
Pilates, kick-boxing, and resistance training make every class a a unique teaching philosophy is based on using simple terms to
fun-filled total body workout. Bring water and a mat. Wear comfortable explain technique and strategy, and to emphasize the
clothing and aerobic/cross training shoes. The class is ongoing. Register importance of ball control. Her enthusiasm and love of
at any class. Contact instructor for more information at (909) 391-4208 or the game is infectious due to her teaching methods. She is
visit www.jazzercise.com. especially effective in coaching teams for high school play.
INSTRUCTOR: Cinnamon Alvarez All classes are ongoing and in addition to learning tennis skills,
DAYS: Monday and Wednesday the students also have the opportunity to meet other players of
TIME: 6:15 to 7:15 PM the same level and can arrange to practice between sessions.
AGES: 16 and up Sessions are 6 or 8 weeks long. In case of rain, classes will
FEE: $50 for 4-weeks; $10 for single class continue until all weeks are completed. Every class meets
SESSION: Ongoing/Continuous registration taken at class once per week. Each class gives students the chance to improve
LOCATION: Community Center their skills while getting exercise and having fun.
All classes are held at Las Flores Park
NORDIC WALKING Tennis shoes and tennis racquets required for all classes
Learn the techniques to enhance exercise walking for health using
Nordic Walking poles. The benefits include a workout for the total body,
reduced stress on joints, an effective cardiovascular workout, better sta- ADULT/TEEN BEGINNING TENNIS- LEVEL 1
bility, balance and posture when using the poles, increased oxygen con- Students will be introduced to the basic strokes, grips, court terms,
sumption, and increased calorie burning. Walking poles are provided for and etiquette in a fun on the court atmosphere. This is for the teen or adult
the class sessions. Class size is limited to 20 students. who has never had tennis instruction, or who wants to come back for a
DAYS: Thursday refresher course after many years of no play. The instructor will encour-
TIME: 9:30 to 10:30 AM age students to take this opportunity to meet other players at the same
AGES: 18 and older level and practice together in between classes. For further information,
FEE: $25/person contact Brenda Click at (909) 596-5681. TENNIS SHOES AND TEN-
SESSION: #1 – Oct 2 to Oct 23/CODE 501444/01 NIS RACQUETS REQUIRED
LOCATION: First class – Community Center DAY: Tuesday
Walking takse place at Bonita High School Track TIME: 6:00 to 7:00 PM
MOBILITY THROUGH EXERCISE/PHYSICAL CONDITIONING AGES: 13 and up
Class is designed specifically for the older adult who is interested in FEE: $58/person
improving their physical conditioning. Designed to challenge all major SESSION: #1 – Sept 30 to Nov 18/CODE 722444-01
muscles to promote strength and toning, improve range of motion and #2 – Dec 2 to Jan 27/CODE 722444-03
flexibility and to increase endurance and coordination. Students are
encouraged to participate at their own level. Appropriate music is utilized ADULT/TEEN TENNIS - LEVEL 2
to enhance student motivation and class participation. This class is for students that have successfully completed at least one
INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Rohrenbacher level I session. Prior knowledge of the forehand, backhand and volley are
DAY: Tuesdays & Thursdays required. Match play will be taught. Previous high school players that
TIME: 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM are coming back to the game after several years are comfortable entering
AGES: 55 and older at this level or level 3. If unsure of placement, please call Brenda Click
FEE: FREE at (909) 596-5681. TENNIS SHOES AND RAQUETS REQUIRED.
SESSION: #1 – Aug 26 to Dec 11 DAY: Monday
LOCATION: Community Center TIME: 7:00 to 8:00 PM
AGES: 13 and up (or w/ Instructor approval)
TRAIL TREKKER HIKING PROGRAM FEE: $58/person
Congratulations for over 13 years of hiking! Keep fit while hiking our SESSION: #1 – Sept 29 to Nov 17/CODE 722444-02
beautiful local trails as well as enjoying the safety of hiking with others. #2 – Dec 1 to Jan 26/CODE 722444-04
Enjoy fresh air and chatting with new friends. Occasional weekend cam-
pouts to state and national parks and daylong hikes to nearby hiking trails ADULT/TEEN TENNIS - LEVEL 3
are planned. For more information call (909) 596-8776. This class will continue to improve technique and shot selection. The
Leaders are: Phyllis and Bill Helm, Julie Cosgrove and Patrick Sampson. use of spin will be emphasized for better placement and ball control.
DAYS: Monday through Saturday Both drills and supervised match play will go on 2 or 3 courts, not stand-
TIME: Early Morning ing waiting. If unsure of placement, please call Brenda Click at (909)
AGES: Adults in good physical condition (children 596-5681. TENNIS SHOES AND RAQUETS REQUIRED.
accompanied by an adult parent or guardian are DAY: Thursday
welcome). Seniors are encouraged to participate. TIME: 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome. AGES: 13 and up (or w/ Instructor approval)
FEE: Free FEE: $58/person
SESSION: Ongoing SESSION: #1 – Oct 2 to Nov 20/CODE 722444-02
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Adult Classes

Adults (18 and up) may register for this class only with the approval A class designed for all dogs 5 months or older.
of the instructor. This actual USTA structured class is for players with a All basic obedience exercises will be taught such as
3.5 or 4.0 rating. The emphasis is on improving the most difficult place- heeling (walking on the leash without pulling or
ment shots and strategy through drills and supervised match play. If tugging), automatic sit when you come to a stop,
unsure of placement, please call Brenda Click at (909) 596-5681. TEN- teaching your dog to “come” on command, sit and
NIS SHOES AND RAQUETS REQUIRED. down stays up to a leash length away with distrac-
DAY: Tuesday tions, and the “stand” exercise. All behavior prob-
TIME: 7:00 to 8:00 PM lems such as jumping, digging, biting, barking, chewing, housebreaking,
AGES: 18 and up and boundary training for front door and gates will be addressed! All dogs
FEE: $58/person MUST be pre-registered, and MUST be current on all vaccinations and
SESSION: #1 – Sept 30 to Nov 18/CODE 723444-01 MUST bring proof to the first class. Pre-registration at City of La Verne
#2 – Dec 2 to Jan 27/CODE 723444-02 Parks and Community Services office required to attend first class. If you
have any questions, you may call the instructor at (909) 596-9766.
ADULT MARTIAL ARTS/JAPANESE KARATE INSTRUCTOR: Kelly Wolff Arias and James Arias
Designed to gain self-confidence and basic self-defense skills. DAY: Wednesday
Approximately every three months, students will be tested. Testing fees TIMES: 7:00 to 8:00 PM
range from $10 to $15 and are payable to the sensei. Registration fee is AGES: Dogs 5 months and up (no aggressive dogs)
due by the first of the month and fee is based on a 4-week month. NO (Adults must handle the dogs; family members are
PAYMENTS WILL BE TAKEN AFTER THE 1ST CLASS. welcome to attend the class)
REQUIRES SENSEI APPROVAL. FEE: $95/dog
SENSEIS: Jerome and Beverly Walczak SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 29 to Dec 17/CODE 752444-01
DAYS: Tuesday and Thursday #2 – Jan 7 to Feb 18/CODE 752444-02
TIME: 7:30 to 8:15 PM LOCATION: Las Flores Park – Tennis Court Area
AGES: Purple to Jr. Black Belt to Adults *FIRST CLASS HELD WITHOUT DOGS - PLEASE BRING A
FEE: $35/person CHAIR AND SHOT RECORDS!
SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 2 to Oct 21/CODE 750444-IA
#2 – Nov 4 to Nov 20/CODE 750444-IB INTERMEDIATE DOG OBEDIENCE
#3 – Dec 4 to Dec 30/CODE 750444-IC For all dogs who have successfully completed a beginning novice
#4 – Jan 6 to Jan 29/CODE 750444-I1 course. All novice exercises will be perfected in an effort to work toward
LOCATION: Community Center off-leash control. Great class to perfect home obedience, prevent dashing
out doors and gates, prepare to show in obedience competition and
enhance overall obedience needed in fly-ball agility, and other off-leash
related activities. Exercises to work toward CGC (Canine Good
DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES Citizenship Certificate). Pre-registration at City of La Verne Parks and
Community Services Office required to attend first class. If you have any
BEGINNING PUPPY PRESCHOOL AND SOCIALIZATION questions, you may call the instructor at (909) 596-9766. INSTRUC-
For puppies 10 to 18 weeks. A great beginning class for puppies and TOR: Kelly Wolff Arias and James Arias
their owners to get off to a great start. Puppy preschool is invaluable in DAY: Wednesday
avoiding future behavior problems and making your training experience TIMES: 7:00 to 7:75 PM
much smoother. The class will be a very positive introduction to basic AGES: Dogs 5 months and up (no aggressive dogs)
obedience training, preventing behavior problems, and in building a rela- FEE: $95/dog
tionship with the other members of the family. Training and various types SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 29 to Dec 10/CODE 752444-01
of socialization result in a confident well –adjusted adult dog. A licensed #2 – Jan 7 to Feb 10/CODE 752444-02
veterinarian will also discuss puppy health and medical needs. All pup- LOCATION: Las Flores Park – Tennis Court Area
pies MUST be current on all vaccinations and have a complete health
check up from a licensed veterinarian and must bring proof the first class. CANINE GOOD CITIZEN CERTIFICATION
This class is held indoors. Topics to be covered-house breaking, biting, For dogs that already know basic obedience commands and are friend-
chewing, barking, and digging. Commands we’ll learn –walking on a ly around people (young and old) and other dogs and animals. This is an
leash, come, sit, down, stand, off hand signals and voice commands, the American Kennel Club sponsored program. Dogs must pass all ten
boundary training for front doors and gates. Class size is limited; pre-reg- “good citizen skills” to receive an official AKC. certification. All breeds
istration at City of La Verne Parks and Community Services office is are welcome in this two-week course. Bring dog to the first class. Pre-
required to attend first class. If you have any questions you may call the registration at City of La Verne Parks and Community Services office is
instructor at (909) 596-9766. INSTRUCTOR: Kelly Wolff-Arias and required. For more information call the instructor at (909) 596-9766.
James Arias. INSTRUCTOR: Kelly Wolff-Arias
DAY: Tuesday DAY: Saturday
TIMES: 7:00 to 8:00 PM TIMES: 8:00 to 10:00 AM
AGES: Puppies 10 weeks to 18 weeks old AGES: Dogs who know basic obedience commands and are
(the entire family is welcome) friendly around people of all ages and other dogs
FEE: $95/dog FEE: $35/dog
SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 7 to Nov 11/CODE 751444-01 SESSIONS: #1 – Oct 4/CODE 760444-01
#2 – Nov 18 to Dec 23/CODE 751444-02 #2 – Dec 6/CODE 760444-02
#3 – Jan 6 to Feb 10/CODE 751444-03 LOCATION: All classes held at Las Flores Park
LOCATION: *Community Center BRING DOG TO FIRST CLASS

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GARDENING SENIOR CLASSES continued from page 28

CAMELLIA CULTURE AND PROPAGATION-SEASONAL CLASSES
Late summer class covers significance of seasons and dormancy, fer- QUILTING
tilizing for blooms, transplanting, gibbing, disbudding, introduction to Patchwork, appliqué and various ways to form quilting patterns
various species, and effects of wind. will be covered in this course. Students will gain working knowledge
DAY: Saturday of hand quilting or quilting by machine. In addition, information on
AGES: 18 and up materials equipment, planning, design and general methods in creat-
FEE: FREE ing a quilt will be covered. Students will receive a supply list at the
TIMES: 9:00 to 11:00 AM first class meeting, or may purchase supplies from the instructor as
SESSIONS: #1 – Sept 27/CODE 706444-01 appropriate.
LOCATION: Community Center, Senior Craft Room INSTRUCTOR: Beverly Carlson
DAY: Mondays
Fall/Winter topics include blooming problems, cause and cure for TIME: 8:30 to 11:30 AM
petal blight, propagation by grafting, and critiquing blooms and growth AGES: 55 & older
habit of varieties. FEE: Free
DAY: Wednesday SESSION: #1 – Aug 25 to Dec 8
AGES: 18 and up LOCATION: Community Center Large Meeting Room
FEE: FREE
TIMES: 6:30 to 8:30 PM SEWING AND DESIGN
SESSIONS: #1 – Jan 28/CODE 706111-01 Course will present basic sewing techniques for mass production,
LOCATION: Community Center as well as one-of-a-kind creations. Learn to solve fitting problems
and make professional looking garments. Tailoring, pattern making,
Spring session topics include fertilizing for growth, selection of suit- cutting and style design will be taught. Students are responsible for
able fertilizers, spring pruning, mite control, surviving summer, propaga- their own supplies and equipment. Proper maintenance of equipment
tion by cuttings and air-layering, seedling care and significance. and organization of work will be covered. Students will receive a
DAY: Wednesday supply list at the first class meeting, or may purchase supplies from
AGES: 18 and up instructor as appropriate.
FEE: FREE INSTRUCTOR: Beverly Carlson
TIMES: 6:30 to 8:30 PM DAY: Mondays
SESSIONS: #1 – April 22/CODE 706222-01 TIME: 12:00 to 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Community Center AGES: 55 & older
FEE: Free
SESSION: #1 – Aug 25 to Dec 8
SPECIAL EVENTS continued from page 17 LOCATION: Community Center Senior Craft Room

WATERCOLOR PAINTING
FIRST STREET GALLERY ART CENTER IS PROUD TO PRESENT Principle of drawing, design, color and composition for watercol-
THE 18TH ANNUAL TILE SHOW or painting emphasizing creative skill development.
The Tile Show provides a unique opportunity for engagement
between members of the community and First Street artists and staff. INSTRUCTOR: Tom Fong
Each year the public participates in a series of workshops, creating DAY: Tuesday
ceramic tiles to be displayed in a culminating exhibition. TIME: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Enjoy original art created by the community at this exiting AGES: 55 and older
fundraiser, which is always one of the gallery’s most successful FEE: Free
events. Become a Friend of First Street to attend a preview reception SESSION: #1 – Aug 26 to Dec 9
with early access to the hundreds of distinctive artworks. Tiles are LOCATION: Community Center Dance Studio
priced at $25 each; all sales benefit the program and artists of First
Street Gallery Art Center.
WHERE: First Street Gallery Art Center
Classes will be filling up fast!
WHEN:
250 W. 1st Street, Suite 120, Claremont
Exhibition September 5-November 14
Opening Reception Friday, Sept. 5 6-8PM
Sign-up Now!
Fiends of First Street Preview Friday, Sept. 5 5-6PM Registration may be made by mail to the Parks and Community Services
Office, 3660 St., La Verne, CA, 91750, by using the registration form avail-
First Street Gallery Art Center is founded on the proposition that able at the end of this booklet.
human potential for creativity and artistic expression is not limited by Registration may also be placed in the mail-in registration box located
physical or developmental challenges. Through cultivation of artis- on the rust-colored doors outside of the Parks and Community Services
tic expression, people with significant challenges can develop cre- Office, or registration may be brought to the Parks and Community Services
ativity and make important contributions to the cultural and econom- Office during normal business hours Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m.
ic life of their communities. to 6 p.m., except those activities with a specific registration date and time.

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------------------------------------ DOG OBEDIENCE REGISTRATION FORM ----------------------------------

Dog Obedience Registration Refund Information

Information
For registration dates and times please refer to appropriate
section in the current recreation guide.
Mail To: Parks & Community Services Dept.,
3660 “D” Street, La Verne, 91750.
Registration may also be placed in mail-in
registration box in rust-color doors out-side the
Parks & Community Services Office.
Make checks payable to “City of La Verne.” Please write sep-
arate checks for each activity so that individual checks may be
returned if activity is unavailable. If confirmation is desired,
please send a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
Incomplete Registration forms will not be accepted.
Dog Obedience Classes
A $5 processing fee will be charged for all refunds issued. No
refunds will be issued for activities that are $5 or less.
Absolutely no cash refunds will be given at any time! Refunds
will not be prorated. Refund checks will take 2 to 3 weeks to
process. If an activity is cancelled by the Department, a full
refund will automatically be issued
Requests for refunds must be made no later than 24 hours after
the first class. Refund requests for workshops or seminars must
be made at least three 3 working days prior to the activity date.
Parks & Community Services
8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Thursday
Phone (909) 596-8700; Fax (909) 596-8763
www.ci.la-verne.ca.us

RESPONSIBLE ADULT__________________________________________ DAY PHONE ( )_____________________________

ADDRESS_____________________________________________________ EVENING PHONE ( )________________________
CITY_________________________ STATE________ ZIP ______________ EMERGENCY PHONE ( )_____________________
❑ CHECK HERE IF NEW ADDRESS
❑ CHECK IF SPECIAL ACCOMMMODATIONS ARE NEEDED. YOU WILL BE CALLED BY A STAFF MEMBER.

HANDLER’S NAME HANDLER’ HANDLER’ ACTIVITY NAME OF ACTIVITY FEE 2ND CHOICE
Last-First-Middle initial SEX (M/F) BIRTHDATE CODE ACTIVITY #

DOG’S NAME DOG’S AGE DOG’S DOG’S BREED Agressive Towards Comments
SEX (M/F) (please circle)
Dogs People

Dogs People

PLEASE CIRCLE: Check Cash Visa MasterCard Discover TOTAL FEES ________________
Credit Card # _______________________ Exp Date_______ Credit Card Holder’s Signature___________________________
In consideration of the applicant's participation in the above activity (s), I waive and release all claims for damages for death, personal
injury, or property damage that may occur as a result of engaging in that activity. This discharges in advance the City of La Verne, its
employees and other agents from liability even though that liability may arise out of their negligence. I know that this activity involves
a risk of accidents, and I willingly assume the risk. This waiver release and assumption of risk is binding on my heirs and assigns.
I/My child has the following allergies (optional) ______________________________________________________________________
I/My child takes the following medications (optional)__________________________________________________________________
I agree to direct my child to conform to the fullest with the instructions of the recreation officials in charge.
I understand that the City of La Verne may take photographs of participants during these activities. I hereby consent to the use of such
photographs for any municipal purpose.
ADULT SIGNATURE (Mandatory)_______________________________________________________ DATE ___________________
(Must be over 18 years of age)

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class registration
A C T I V I T Y S I G N - U P S ,
Registration Information
1. All registration will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. NO
EXCEPTIONS!
2. Regular registration hours are from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through
Thursday. Please check individual sections for special registration instructions.
Please see item #6 below for regular registration starting dates and times.
3. Registration may be:
A - Mailed to the Parks and Community Services Office, 3660 "D" Street,
La Verne, CA, 91750, by using the registration form available at the
end of this booklet.
B - Placed in the mail-in registration drop-box located in the rust
colored doors outside the Parks and Community Services Office.
C - Brought in personally during walk-in registrations. If registering in
person, please check item #6 below for regular walk-in registration
dates and times.
D - Faxed to (909) 596-8763 if you will be paying by credit card. Please
fax a completed registration form with your credit card information.
To confirm receipt of fax, please call the office at (909) 596-8700.
NOTE: Faxes will only be accepted with credit card payments.
4. A COMPLETED, SIGNED activity registration form MUST be submit-
ted for all activity registrations. Registration forms that are not COMPLETELY
filled out, including a signature and a date of birth for all participants, including
adults, will be returned.
Incomplete registrations will not be processed and will be returned by mail
to participant
It is the customer’s responsibility to confirm registration times and dates. To
confirm by mail, PLEASE ENCLOSE A STAMPED, SELF-ADDRESSED
ENVELOPE. If no self-addressed, stamped envelope is received, no confirma-
tion will be mailed. To confirm by phone, customers may call the Parks and
Community Services Office at (909) 596-8700. If a participant appears at the
wrong class or does not appear for the class, no transfers will be made and no
refunds will be granted.
5. It is Department policy that if an activity is full the customer's check is
returned. To insure that you get the activities you want, it is recommended that
individual checks be sent for each activity.
6. PRIORITY ACTIVITY MAIL-IN REGISTRATION WILL BE
ACCEPTED FROM MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, THROUGH 4:00 PM ON
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11. WALK-IN REGISTRATION WILL BE
ACCEPTED STARTING MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, AT 8:00 AM. For
gymnastics registration dates and times, please check the gymnastics entry in the
youth section of this brochure. For aquatics registration dates and times, please
check the aquatics section.
NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OVER THE COUNTER
BEFORE THE ADVERTISED REGISTRATION DATES AND TIMES.
7. Mail-in registrations received before the appropriate date, by fax, by mail,
or in the drop-box, will be opened at 8:00 AM on the first morning that mail-ins
will be accepted for that particular activity. SUBMITTING YOUR REQUEST
BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE DOES NOT GUARANTEE THAT YOU
WILL GET YOUR DESIRED ACTIVITY.
8. If you will be traveling/attending an activity with a companion or group,
please STAPLE all registration forms together so you will be assured of travel-
ing/attending together. If companions are not STAPLED together, we cannot
guarantee that your companion/ group will be scheduled for the same activity.
9. We will accommodate special needs participants. If you will need addi-
tional services, please contact the office at (909) 596-8700 prior to your visit.
10. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL ACTIVITIES - NO
EXCEPTIONS. Students whose names do not appear on the roster will not be
allowed to participate in class unless participant can show proof of enrollment,
i.e., receipt. For additional information, contact the Parks and Community
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P O L I C I E S
Services Office at (909) 596-8700.
11. NO TELEPHONE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR
ANY ACTIVITY – NO EXCEPTIONS!
12. Fees may be paid by cash, money order, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or
check made payable to the City of La Verne. All fees must be paid at the time
of registration. THERE WILL BE A $15 CHARGE ON ALL RETURNED
CHECKS.
13. All participants must be registered prior to the first class. Those not reg-
istered will not be allowed to participate. No exceptions!
14. Individuals may register in an unlimited number of activities for them-
selves and family members. In addition to this, individuals may register for an
unlimited number of non-family members for only ONE activity provided that
they have a properly signed activity registration form from the parent or legal
guardian for all non-family participants.
15. Younger students may be placed in more advanced activities at instruc-
tor's discretion.
16. All prices, policies, and programs are subject to change without notice.
REFUND POLICY
1. Excursions - REQUESTS FOR REFUNDS MUST BE MADE NO
LATER THAN THE ADVERTISED CANCELLATION DATE that appears in
the excursion section of this recreation guide. A $5 handling fee will be charged.
If an excursion fee is $5 or less, there will be no refunds.
2. Instructional Classes - Enrollees may attend one class and drop without
penalty, except for a $5 handling charge, PROVIDED THE ENROLLEES
CONTACT THE PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICE WITHIN
24 HOURS AFTER THE FIRST CLASS. If the class is a workshop or semi-
nar, REQUESTS FOR REFUNDS MUST BE MADE NO LESS THAN
THREE (3) WORKING DAYS PRIOR TO THE SCHEDULED DATE OF
THE WORKSHOP/ SEMINAR. If a class, workshop, or seminar is $5 or less,
there will be no refund.
4. REFUNDS WILL NOT BE PRORATED.
5. REFUND CHECKS TAKE TWO TO THREE WEEKS TO PROCESS.
6. Full refunds will automatically be processed in the event the Parks and
Community Services Department cancels an excursion or activity.
TRANSFER POLICY
Should a registered participant in one of our activities want to transfer to
another activity, the following procedure will apply:
1. The registered participant, or the parent or guardian of the registered par-
ticipant under eighteen years of age, must come to the Parks and Community
Services Office and fill out the necessary form at least three (3) days prior to the
activity. NO TRANSFERS WILL BE TAKEN OVER THE TELEPHONE.
2. There will be no transfers after the first class. (EXCEPTION - Preschool
may transfer after the 20th of the month and before the first of the next month.)
3. Participants may transfer the first time free of charge. If a second transfer
is requested for the same individual, a $10 fee will be charged.
4. If participant transfers to a more expensive activity, participant must pay
the additional fee at the time of transfer. If the activity is less expensive, a refund
will be processed unless the difference is $4 or less. In this case there will be no
refund. If participant is transferred at the request of the City and/or instructor, a
full refund of any difference will be processed.
PARENT/GUARDIAN LATE POLICY
1. If, for any reason, a parent or guardian cannot pick up their child from
class between the end of class and 10 minutes thereafter, the parent or guardian
will be ASSESSED A $5 PER 10 MINUTES LATE FEE, PAYABLE AT THE
TIME OF PICK UP.
2. Each participant will be given one excused tardy ONLY
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NOTE : Not for registration for Dog Obedience Classes - Please use registration form on page 52.

Registration Dates & Information Refund Information

Classes & Trips Aquatics
Mail-In Begins: Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Mail-In Ends: Thursday, Sept 11, 2008 @ 4:00 PM
Walk-In Begins: Monday, September 15, 2008
For activity registration times, please check the
appropriate section in the recreation guide.
Mail To: Parks & Community Services Dept.,
3660 “D” Street, La Verne, 91750.
Registration may also be placed in mail-in
registration box in rust-color doors out-side the
Parks & Community Services Office.
Make checks payable to “City of La Verne.” Please write sep-
arate checks for each activity so that individual checks may be
returned if activity is unavailable. If confirmation is desired,
please send a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
Incomplete Registration forms will not be accepted.
A $5 processing fee will be charged for all refunds issued. No
refunds will be issued for activities that are $5 or less.
Absolutely no cash refunds will be given at any time! Refunds
will not be prorated. Refund checks will take 2 to 3 weeks to
process. If an activity is cancelled by the Department, a full
refund will automatically be issued
Excursions - Requests for refunds must be made no later than
the advertised cancellation date that appears in the excursion
section of the recreation guide.
Instructional Classes - Requests for refunds must be made no
later than 24 hours after the first class. Refund requests for
workshops or seminars must be made at least three 3 working
days prior to the activity date.
Parks & Community Services
8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Thursday
Phone (909) 596-8700; Fax (909) 596-8763
www.ci.la-verne.ca.us

------------------------------------------- ACTIVITY REGISTRATION FORM ------------------------------------------

RESPONSIBLE ADULT__________________________________________ DAY PHONE ( )_____________________________

ADDRESS_____________________________________________________ EVENING PHONE ( )________________________
CITY_________________________ STATE________ ZIP ______________ EMERGENCY PHONE ( )_____________________
❑ CHECK IF SPECIAL ACCOMMMODATIONS ARE NEEDED. YOU WILL BE CALLED BY A STAFF MEMBER.

PARTICIPANT’S NAME AGE SEX BIRTHDATE ACTIVITY NAME OF ACTIVITY FEE 2ND CHOICE
M/F Mandatory CODE ACTIVITY #
LAST-FIRST-MIDDLE INITIAL

PLEASE CIRCLE: Check Cash Visa MasterCard Discover TOTAL FEES_____________

Credit Card # _______________________ Exp Date_______ Credit Card Holder’s Signature___________________________
In consideration of the applicant's participation in the above activity (s), I waive and release all claims for damages for death, personal
injury, or property damage that may occur as a result of engaging in that activity. This discharges in advance the City of La Verne, its
employees and other agents from liability even though that liability may arise out of their negligence. I know that this activity involves
a risk of accidents, and I willingly assume the risk. This waiver release and assumption of risk is binding on my heirs and assigns.
I/My child has the following allergies (optional) ______________________________________________________________________
I/My child takes the following medications (optional)__________________________________________________________________
I agree to conform and/or direct my child to conform to the fullest with the instructions of the recreation officials in charge.
I understand that the City of La Verne may take photographs of participants during these activities. I hereby consent to the use of such
photographs for any municipal purpose.
ADULT SIGNATURE (Mandatory)___________________________________________ Home Phone __________________________
(Must be over 18 years of age)