City of Culver City, California
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission Agenda Item Report
Meeting Date: _06/02/09__ Item Number: _A-1
AGENDA ITEM: Consideration of a recommendation to the City Council regarding
City participation in the Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and Families.
Contact Person/Dept.: Bill La Pointe,
PRCS Director
Phone Number: (310) 253-6655
Fiscal Impact: Yes [] No [X] General Fund: Yes [] No []
Public Hearing: [] Action Item: [X] Attachments: [X]
Public Notification: PRCS Master Notification List (05/28/09).
Department Approval: Bill La Pointe,
PRCS Director (05/26/09)
City Attorney Approval: N/A
Chief Financial Officer Approval: N/A City Manager Approval: N/A
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS)
Commission consider making a recommendation to the City Council regarding City
participation in the Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and Families.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
At the March 23, 2009 meeting of the City Council during the “Legislation and
League of California Cities City Advocate Weekly” verbal report and update, the City
Council directed staff to agendize a discussion about the possibility of participating in
the Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and Families at a future Parks, Recreation
and Community Services Commission meeting.
The Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and Families (“Challenge”) is outlined in
the League of California Cities City Advocate Weekly edition #9-2009 dated March
6, 2009 and elaborated upon in the Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and
Families website (www.mayorsforkids.org). The Challenge is supported by the
National League of Cities through its Institute for Youth, Education, and Families and
calls on mayors to:
Establish at least one bold, measurable, locally-defined goal in each of the
following areas to ensure that every child has, at a minimum:
• Opportunities to learn and grow;
• A safe neighborhood to call home;
• A healthy lifestyle and environment; and
• A financially fit family in which to thrive.
By participating in the Challenge, cities further agree to commit to establishing
accountability measures, active cross-sectoral collaboration, legislative advocacy
and sharing of best practices. A description of the Challenge, including the City of Culver City, California
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission Agenda Item Report
principles and selected examples are included as Attachments A and B. At the
writing of this report, 105 mayors in 37 states had committed to participation,
including the Southern California cities of Los Angeles and Riverside.
Currently the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department (PRCS), the
Culver City Police Department (CCPD) and the Community Development
Department (CDD), among others, provide a wide variety of programs and services
that fulfill many of the principles of the Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and
Families, including but not limited to:
Opportunities to learn and grow
• PRCS Culver City After School Program
• PRCS Summer, Winter and Spring Day Camps
• PRCS Parks and Playgrounds Drop-in Program
• PRCS Teen Center Facility and Activities
• PRCS Enrichment Classes (including offerings in pre-school, arts, dance,
music, health and wellness, martial arts and more)
A safe neighborhood to call home
• PRCS Youth Mentoring Program
• PRCS Youth Making Changes community service and youth leadership
group at the Teen Center
• CCPD Neighborhood Watch Programs
• CCPD Citizens Academy Training Classes
• CCPD Juvenile Diversion Program
A healthy lifestyle and environment
• PRCS Youth and Adult Sports Programs
• PRCS Enrichment Classes (including offerings in pre-school, arts, dance,
music, health and wellness, martial arts and more)
• PRCS Plan-It Culver City: The Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• PRCS Refurbishment and ongoing maintenance to City parks,
playgrounds and facilities
• CDD and Public Works Citywide Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan
A financially fit family in which to thrive
• PRCS Social Services Specialist available to assist community members
• CDD Family Self Sufficiency Program
Information about many of the PRCS programs can be found in Culver City Living, a
quarterly publication that includes the varied classes and services offered by the
PRCS Department. An excerpt of the Summer 2009 Edition of Culver City Living
(draft) is provided as Attachment C.
City of Culver City, California
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission Agenda Item Report
Options for participating in the Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and Families
could include:
1. The establishment or articulation of outcomes, goals and accountability
measures for existing City programs and services that fulfill the four
areas/principles identified above;
2. The expansion of existing City programs and services to provide more
activities to address the four areas/principles identified above; and/or
3. The establishment of new programs and services to provide more of the four
areas/principles identified above.
Each of the options would require additional staff support and resources as well as
collaboration with other City departments and outside agencies such as the Culver
City Unified School District and community or nonprofit organizations. Staff expects
option one would require the least amount of additional resources while option three
would require the greatest amount of additional resources.
Given the need for additional resources, in the form of staff time and/or funding, staff
does not recommend participation in the Challenge at this time. Staff recommends
that participation be further considered at a time when the financial resources of the
PRCS Department and the City are stronger.
Should the PRCS Commission choose to recommend to the City Council that Culver
City participate in the Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and Families, staff
encourages the Commission to recommend particular principles and/or programs for
which the PRCS Department would bear responsibility. If the Commission were to
recommend the expansion of existing programs or establishment of new programs,
staff would need to conduct further research into the impact of these
recommendations on the PRCS Department Budget and Work Programs and return
to the Commission for further discussion and a recommendation.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with the discussion of this agenda item.
However, should the Commission choose to recommend City participation in the
Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and Families, particularly if programs or
services are to be expanded or created, additional funds would be needed to carry
out additional program directives or current programs would need to be curtailed.
The fiscal impact would be dependent upon the recommendation of programs or
services to be established or expanded.
City of Culver City, California
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission Agenda Item Report
ATTACHMENTS:
A. The Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and Families Statement of Principles
and Call to Action
B. Selected Examples of Local Targets for the Mayors’ Action Challenge for
Children and Families
C. Excerpt from Culver City Living, Summer 2009 Edition (draft)
MOTION:
That the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission:
1. Recommend to the City Council that Culver City commit to participation in the
Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and Families;
AND
2. Recommend that the PRCS Department establish at least one “bold,
measurable, locally-defined goal” in the following area(s):
a. Opportunities to learn and grow;
b. A safe neighborhood to call home;
c. A healthy lifestyle and environment; and/or
d. A financially fit family in which to thrive.
AND
3. Recommend that City participation in the Mayors’ Action Challenge for
Children and Families be achieved through:
a. Establishing outcomes, goals and accountability measures for
existing City programs and services;
b. Expanding existing City programs and services; and/or
c. Establishing new programs and services.
OR
4. Recommend to the City Council that Culver City not commit to participation in the
Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and Families.
MEETING DATE: June 2, 2009
AGENDA ITEM: Consideration of a recommendation to the City Council
regarding City participation in the Mayors’ Action
Challenge for Children and Families.
ATTACHMENTS
Page
A. The Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and Families
Statement of Principles and Call to Action
1 - 2
B. Selected Examples of Local Targets for the Mayors’
Action Challenge for Children and Families
3 - 12
C. Excerpt from Culver City Living, Summer 2009 Edition
13 - 18
Statement of
Principles and
Call to Action
Opportunities to Learn and Grow
W
e know that opportunities to learn and grow must
begin in the earliest years of life, with parent edu-
cation and support as well as community-wide ini-
tiatives that emphasize early literacy . Home visiting programs,
supports for informal caregivers (family , friends, and neigh-
bors), mayor’s book clubs and universal access to preschool
for three- and four-year-olds all make it more likely that young
children will enter school ready to learn and succeed.
It has been demonstrated that afterschool programs and oth-
er enrichment opportunities during out-of-school time play
critical roles in helping children and youth continue to learn,
grow, and stay out of trouble. Quality standards for after-
school programs, expanded access to out-of-school time of-
ferings in underserved neighborhoods, and city partnerships
with libraries, museums, and other cultural institutions can
all support academic achievement as well as broader youth
development and public safety goals.
Finally , it is clear that high school completion and postsecond-
ary training and education are essential to long-term success
in today’s rapidly changing labor market and global economy .
Bold new scholarship programs, dropout prevention and re-
covery initiatives, and additional postsecondary access and
completion efforts can send powerful messages to all youth
that two- and four-year colleges as well as vocational and tech-
nical institutions are within their reach and help ensure that
less advantaged youth succeed in these settings.
A Safe Neighborhood to Call Home
W
e all know that our young people cannot learn and
grow unless they feel safe and are protected from
violence in their schools and neighborhoods. Cities
can combat youth violence effectively by treating it as a public
health problem and ensuring a focus on four key steps: con-
necting every young person with a trusted and caring adult;
intervening at the first sign that youth are at risk of violence;
restoring young people who have gone down the wrong path;
and involving youth and community leaders in public educa-
tion campaigns to unlearn the culture of violence.
Comprehensive approaches within cities that combine pre-
vention, intervention, and enforcement strategies can dra-
matically reduce youth violence and offer positive alternatives
to crime or gang affiliation. For example, municipal leaders
can work with school and community partners to establish
truancy and curfew centers that engage parents and link
young people to services they need to stay in school. Intensive,
community-based services can help youth already caught up
in the juvenile justice system. Mayors and law enforcement
officials can work together to restrict access to guns, and city
leaders can also involve young people as partners in helping to
reduce youth violence and improve their communities.
The Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and Families
Supported by the National League of Cities through its Institute for Youth, Education, and Families
Key Areas for Action
The Mayors’ Action Challenge for Children and Families
A Healthy Lifestyle and
Environment
W
e recognize our responsibility to promote health
and wellness so that our children can reach their
full potential. Transportation and land use poli-
cies that promote walking and biking as well as neighbor-
hood park and playground development can encourage
physical activity . City parks and recreation departments can
also play a major role in encouraging physical fitness and ac-
tive lifestyles. Mayors and other city leaders can also enhance
families’ access to healthy foods by working with community
groups to enroll eligible families in the federal food stamp
and child nutrition programs, attract supermarkets to under-
served neighborhoods, and promote farmers’ markets and
community gardens.
City-school partnerships offer particularly promising ways
to promote healthy lifestyles and environments, including
through the development of community wellness plans. By
collaborating with school districts, municipal leaders can
help educate young people about healthy food choices and
improve their eating habits. Removing snack foods and soft
drinks from schools, offering more nutritious food choices in
school cafeterias, and ensuring that young people have an op-
portunity to be physically active during the school day are
some of the steps that city and school leaders can take when
working together.
A Financially Fit Family in
Which to Thrive
W
e know that our children and youth are far less
likely to learn and grow up to be healthy and
productive citizens if their families lack the finan-
cial means to meet their basic needs. Municipal leaders are
uniquely positioned to mount community-wide efforts that
empower families and bolster their chances of achieving
long-term economic success. Asset-building strategies, out-
reach and public education campaigns, and workforce devel-
opment programs all represent valuable approaches to assist
struggling parents and their families.
City-led initiatives to ensure that low-income families receive
the federal Earned Income Tax Credit and other key public
benefits can boost their incomes while bringing more federal
and state funds into local economies. Mayors and other city
leaders can also help families avoid foreclosure and predatory
lenders, become more savvy consumers of financial services,
and gain access to low-cost bank accounts and mainstream
financial services. Finally , cities can develop and support
transitional jobs, housing, and shelter programs and other
creative strategies to help hard-to-employ residents enter or
regain their footing in the labor market.
ATTACHMENT A
1Whereas: Strong cities are built on a foundation of strong families and empowered neighborhoods that support
every child; and
Whereas: The steps we take to strengthen families and improve outcomes for children and youth are among the
most important investments we make in the health and vibrancy of our communities; and
Whereas: The costs of not investing in children, youth, and families are enormous, reflected in individual lives,
municipal budgets, and prospects for cities’ economic growth and revitalization; and
Whereas: Mayors and other city leaders witness every day the personal tragedies and strains that occur when
children, youth, families, and communities fail; and
Whereas: The challenges facing our nation’s cities have been exacerbated by economic instability and inadequate
federal and state responses to the needs of struggling families and children at risk; and
Whereas: A new Administration and Congress, along with new governors and legislative leaders in a number
of states, have the opportunity to join cities in charting a new course and setting priorities that respond to these
challenges and needs; and
Whereas: Municipal governments have become centers of leadership and innovation in a host of key areas,
including school readiness, afterschool programming, access to postsecondary training and education, family and
youth violence prevention, community wellness, and family economic success; and
Whereas: Mayors are in a unique position, based on our proximity to these issues and track record of
innovation, to take action and speak with one collective voice on behalf of the children, youth, and families in our
communities;
Now, therefore, we resolve to build upon the progress we have already made in our cities and commit
ourselves to establish at least one bold, measurable, locally-defined goal in each of the following areas to ensure that
every child has, at a minimum:
u Opportunities to Learn and Grow
Key areas for action include: Parent education and support; early literacy and preschool programs;
afterschool programs and other enrichment activities during out-of-school time; dropout prevention and
recovery initiatives; scholarship programs and other postsecondary access and completion efforts.
Examples of local targets to consider: Number or proportion of children attending prekindergarten
or afterschool programs; high school graduation rates; number of scholarships provided for postsecondary
education and training; and postsecondary enrollment and completion rates.
u A Safe Neighborhood to Call Home
Key areas for action include: Mentoring and other initiatives that connect young people to trusted
and caring adults; early intervention at the first sign that youth are at risk of violence; juvenile reentry
and rehabilitation efforts that restore young people who have gone down the wrong path; and public
education campaigns that involve a broad range of youth and community leaders to unlearn the culture
of violence.
Examples of local targets to consider: Number of children and youth with adult mentors; number of
successful truancy interventions; youth homicide rates; juvenile and neighborhood crime rates; number
of youth leadership opportunities and community service projects; and number of juvenile offenders
participating in rehabilitation or reentry programs.
u A Healthy Lifestyle and Environment
Key areas for action include: Transportation and land use policies that encourage biking and walking;
neighborhood park and playground development; sports and recreation programs; food stamp, school
lunch and school breakfast outreach campaigns; incentives for supermarkets and farmers’ markets to
open in low-income neighborhoods; collaborations with schools to educate youth about healthy food
choices and expand access to nutritious foods; and community-wide fitness and wellness campaigns.
Examples of local targets to consider: Miles of bike routes and walking paths; number of neighborhood
parks and playgrounds; proportion of eligible families enrolled in the federal food stamp and child nutrition
programs; number of supermarkets or farmers’ markets in low-income neighborhoods; childhood obesity
rates; levels of physical activity among children and youth; and removal of snack foods and unhealthy
food choices from schools.
u A Financially Fit Family in Which to Thrive
Key areas for action include: Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and other benefit outreach campaigns
targeting low-income working families; efforts to open low-cost checking or savings accounts for
“unbanked” residents; financial literacy , education, and coaching programs; measures to curb predatory
lending and avoid foreclosures; homeownership incentives and counseling; transitional employment
initiatives for parents facing barriers to work; and other strategies to help families build financial assets.
Examples of local targets to consider: Number of eligible families claiming the EITC and other fed-
eral or state benefits; proportion or number of families with access to mainstream financial services; pov-
erty rates; foreclosure rates; number of check-cashing operations and predatory lenders in low-income
neighborhoods; and number of transitional jobs available to hard-to-employ residents.
We further resolve to:
u Set timetables for local action and evaluation and report on progress within our respective cities;
u Collaborate with school district, county , state, law enforcement, nonprofit, business, faith-based,
neighborhood, and other community leaders to take concrete steps toward achieving our individual
goals;
u Use our collective voices to urge the Administration, Congress, state policymakers, and school districts to
join us as full partners in efforts to identify and replicate effective strategies and interventions, including
through support for new federal action to:
v fully fund the 21
st
Century Community Learning Center program to expand afterschool programs
and Pell Grants to increase access to postsecondary education and training;
v provide flexible funding to support implementation of comprehensive youth violence prevention
plans developed by local communities and based on proven public health models;
v ensure universal access to health care, including preventive services that promote health and
wellness, for all Americans; and
v expand and modernize the Earned Income Tax Credit while increasing support for local outreach
campaigns that seek to ensure that it is claimed by all eligible individuals and families;
u Work with the National League of Cities, its Institute for Youth, Education, and Families, and the U.S.
Conference of Mayors to share best practices and promising approaches with other cities; and
u Invite other mayors to join us in this national call to action by signing on to this Challenge.
Statement of Principles
The Mayors’ Action Challenge for Childr en and Families
2SELECTED EXAMPLES OF LOCAL TARGETS FOR THE
MAYORS’ACTION CHALLENGE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Opportunities to Learn and Grow
Small Cities (under 50,000)
Sahuarita, Ariz., Mayor Lynne Skelton: Staff 20 meetings of the Sahuarita Teen
Advisory Council per year.
Meridian, Miss., Mayor John Robert Smith: Complete a high school redesign program
to create smaller learning communities for 800 students.
Mid-Sized Cities (50,000 - 150,000)
Jackson, Tenn., Mayor Jerry Gist: Place police officers in six secondary schools to
ensure that students learn in a safe environment, and maintain the same level of funding
for these officers for at lease three years.
Charleston, S.C., Mayor Joseph Riley: Launch an Early Childhood Scholarship
Program that provides scholarships to needy families to enroll their children in high
quality child care and early education programs. Expand by 25 percent the number of
community learning centers and out-of-school time programs serving elementary school
age children.
Sunnyvale, Calif., Mayor Anthony Spitaleri: Sponsor parent education workshops for
a minimum of 150 parents and guardians.
Hampton, Va., Mayor Molly Joseph Ward: Ensure that every child enters kindergarten
ready to learn and is reading at grade level by the third grade.
Greenville, S.C., Mayor Knox White: Increase the percentage of parents satisfied with
children and youth programs and services in the city. By August 2009, complete and
implement an Authentic Youth Civic Engagement Initiative.
Large Cities (over 150,000)
Louisville, Ky., Mayor Jerry Abramson: Reduce the dropout rate in the Jefferson
County Public Schools by 50 percent in 10 years. Move into the top tier among 15
competitive cities in high school graduation rates in 10 years.
ATTACHMENT B
3Miami, Fla., Mayor Carlos Alvarez: Increase the number of eligible four-year-old
children participating in the state-sponsored voluntary pre-K program by 1,500 per year.
St. Petersburg, Fla., Mayor Rick Baker: Award 1,000 Doorways College Scholarships
to economically disadvantaged 6th graders by 2010.
St. Paul, Minn., Mayor Christopher Coleman: Expand access to quality early
education and increase kindergarten readiness for 1,600 children by providing financial
scholarships to low income families to choose and pay for quality early care and learning
programs for their 3-5 year olds.
Chicago, Ill., Mayor Richard Daley: By 2012, create a dedicated and coordinated
funding stream to make quality afterschool programs available to all youth who want
them, prioritizing youth and communities most in need of support.
Orlando, Fla., Mayor Buddy Dyer: Create educational enrichment programs at
community centers located in high poverty neighborhoods by 2010. “Move the needle”
on educational performance among Parramore neighborhood children via investments in
tutoring, college prep, mentoring, and early learning programs.
Washington, D.C., Mayor Adrian Fenty: Increase the percentage of students
graduating from high school within four years by five percent by 2010. Expand access to
and participation in high-quality pre-kindergarten programs by 2010. Conduct an audit of
pre-K classroom capacity, and to expand the number of slots for pre-K by 15 percent in
the year after the audit is complete.
Norfolk, Va., Mayor Paul Fraim: Improve the quality of child care by establishing a
voluntary Norfolk early education quality rating and improvement system (QRIS) with at
least 12 Norfolk participating provider organizations in place by September 2009.
Tampa, Fla., Mayor Pam Iorio: Increase the number of mentors and tutors who will
serve at targeted schools within the city in the Mayor’s Mentoring Program to 100
members by 2010.
Lexington, Ky., Mayor Jim Newberry: Provide direct access to high-quality, low-cost
child care for an additional 100 children by 2010.
Seattle, Wash., Mayor Greg Nickels: Provide high-quality preschool experiences to
1,398 low-income four year olds during the 2008-09 school year so that at least 61
percent of the participating children will be assessed as school ready by the end of the
school year. Increase the number of low-income four-year-olds served per year to 1,438
4starting in the 2009-10 school year. Increase the percentage of the children served who
will be school ready by the end of each year to 72 percent by the 2010-11 school year.
Philadelphia, Pa., Mayor Michael Nutter: Cut Philadelphia’s 45 percent dropout rate in
half in 5-7 years. Double the city’s 18 percent college attainment rate in 5-10 years.
Vancouver, Wash., Mayor Royce Pollard: Establish the Out-of-School Time Coalition
with the objective of developing a sustainable, comprehensive system of afterschool
programs. Establish common standards for quality programs and creation of a Web site to
refer parents to resources.
Minneapolis, Minn., Mayor R.T. Rybak: Encourage over 2,700 third graders attending
Minneapolis public schools to participate in the Minneapolis I Know I Can College
Awareness Day, where 200 volunteers will connect with third graders to share the
significance of making college attendance an aspiration. Provide approximately 2,000
summer jobs for youth in 2009 through the STEP-UP Summer Jobs program.
Laredo, Texas, Mayor Raul Salinas: Establish a partnership between the library and the
Health Department to promote early literacy through parent education classes and
a Mayor’s Baby Book Club and encourage approximately 1,000 new mothers to attend
the early literacy classes.
Aurora, Colo., Mayor Edward Tauer: Keep youth actively engaged in school and
decrease the dropout rate by increasing community and school-based afterschool program
opportunities, and increasing community and school dropout prevention and recovery
initiatives.
A Safe Neighborhood to Call Home
Small Cities (under 50,000)
Sahuarita, Ariz., Mayor Lynne Skelton: Staff 20 active Neighborhood Watch
Programs over the period of one year. Provide 100 Welcome Packets to new residents
containing information on community resources over the period of one year.
Meridian, Miss., Mayor John Robert Smith: Reduce the student dropout rate by 50
percent and reach the national average on the national assessment test by encouraging
more parent participation in the Parent Resource Center and afterschool tutoring
programs for students.
5Mid Sized Cities (50,000 - 150,000)
Jackson, Tenn., Mayor Jerry Gist: Increase and maintain an adequate number of gang
and drug task forces officers. Conduct 10 neighborhood sweeps per year for at least three
years in order to prosecute housing code violators and criminal behavior through our
newly formed environmental court.
Charleston, S.C. Mayor Joseph Riley: Implement the mentor lunch buddy program in
all 19 elementary schools in the City of Charleston by 2010. Increase the number of low-
income, at-risk elementary school students participating in Camp Hope Summer
Enrichment program. Implement the YESCarolina Biz Camps, a 3-week summer
program of entrepreneurship training for 15 students at five schools in the summer of
2009.
Hampton, Va., Mayor Molly Joseph Ward: Provide afterschool programs every day in
every school in Hampton.
Large Cities (over 150,000)
Louisville, Ky., Mayor Jerry Abramson: Reduce juvenile violent crime at least 10
percent by the end of 2010.
Miami, Fla., Mayor Carlos Alvarez: Increase the successful completion rate of
participants in the Civil Citation Initiative – an alternative for juveniles who have
committed a minor misdemeanor – from 83 percent to 90 percent.
St. Petersburg, Fla., Mayor Rick Baker: Recruit and train mentors for the 46 schools
within the Mayor’s Mentors & More Program with the goal of having mentors for 95
percent of our Doorways Scholarship recipients.
St. Paul, Minn., Mayor Christopher Coleman: Provide shelter and services to at least
1,500 domestic violence victims through the Bridges to Safety Center in its first
year. Decrease the average daily population in Ramsey County’s juvenile detention
center by at least 35 percent.
Chicago, Ill., Mayor Richard Daley: Significantly reduce the recidivism rate through
the utilization of the Juvenile Intervention and Support Center (JISC), a pre-court
diversion program that provides services and supports to youthful offenders.
Orlando, Fla., Mayor Buddy Dyer: Reduce juvenile crime in high-crime
neighborhoods by launching youth employment initiatives and teen programs at two
6community centers in the Parramore neighborhood during 2009. Beginning in 2010,
replicate the Parramore Kidz Zone’s youth crime prevention strategies in at least two
other high-crime neighborhoods.
Washington, D.C., Mayor Adrian Fenty: Ensure 95 percent average daily attendance in
all elementary and middle schools and 80 percent in all high schools by 2010.
Norfolk, Va., Mayor Paul Fraim: Reduce recidivism rate of prisoners reentering
Norfolk’s communities by 10 percent by January 2010 by providing an array of services
that reduce barriers to obtaining education, employment, and stable housing.
Lexington, Ky., Mayor Jim Newberry: Expand the number of Neighborhood Youth
Councils in high-risk neighborhoods from three to five by 2010. Explore alternative
programs to reduce risk factors and increase protective factors among youth.
Seattle, Wash., Mayor Greg Nickels: Reduce the number of juvenile violent crime
referrals to the courts by 50 percent. Reduce the number of suspensions and expulsions
due to violent incidents in five middle schools by 50 percent.
Vancouver, Wash., Mayor Royce Pollard: Implement a Neighbors on Watch (NOW)
program through the Neighborhood Police Officer program in each of four districts by
the end of 2009.
Minneapolis, Minn., Mayor R.T. Rybak: Assess the results of the Blueprint for Action
to Prevent Youth Violence in Minneapolis. Strengthen community outreach and
neighborhood relations through building more Minneapolis Police Department-
community and neighborhood partnerships. Implement a Neighborhood Policing Plan for
each of 83 city neighborhoods.
Laredo, Texas, Mayor Raul Salinas: Launch a youth academy that targets high school
students or other age groups to receive “familiarization” training on law enforcement
practices and procedures.
A Healthy Lifestyle and Environment
Small Cities (under 50,000)
Sahuarita, Ariz., Mayor Lynne Skelton: Offer a Household Hazardous Waste
Collection Day once per year for 100 participants. Offer a variety of classes, leagues, and
recreational events for 5,000 adults and children per month.
7Meridian, Miss., Mayor John Robert Smith: Create three to five small-scale
neighborhood parks within walking distances of city residents by 2013 to encourage
healthier lifestyles with an emphasis on decreasing the Mississippi obesity rate.
Mid Sized Cities (50,000 - 150,000)
Jackson, Tenn., Mayor Jerry Gist: Reduce childhood obesity by including obesity
reduction in school curriculum, increasing healthy snack foods in school cafeterias and
snack machines, and sponsoring community walks that involve thousands of citizens.
Measure success by conducting and tracking body mass index screenings on 7,000
students by May 2009 and 9,000 by 2010.
Charleston, S.C., Mayor Joseph Riley: Advocate and work toward ensuring that every
child has health insurance and access to quality health, dental care, wellness, and
nutrition. Improve and expand access to health information such as drugs, violence, and
family issues for youth. Promote and support funding for school-based mental health
counselors, a critical need cited by youth in the 2007 Charleston Area Youth Master
Plan focus groups.
Sunnyvale, Calif., Mayor Anthony Spitaleri: Enhance physical health and fitness of
families in the community by providing a minimum of 44,500 hours of recreation and
enrichment activities for youth and families. Integrate the new “Just Run” Web-based
health and fitness program into the mobile recreation program that visits local parks and
school sites.
Greenville, S.C., Mayor Knox White: Increase the percentage of roadways with a
sidewalk or bicycle lane. Increase the percentage of residential units within one-quarter
mile of a trail or greenway. Construct active parks within one-half mile of all residences.
Increase the percentage of residents reporting they commute regularly in a means other
than a car.
Large Cities (over 150,000)
Louisville, Ky., Mayor Jerry Abramson: Increase the number of Louisville Metro
residents who engage in 30 minutes of moderate physical activity at least five days a
week by 15 percent. Decrease the percentage of overweight or obese people by 10
percent. Increase from 22 percent to 38 percent the number of Louisville Metro residents
who eat five or more servings of fruits and vegetables per day. Improve health equity by
supporting physical activity programs in communities most adversely impacted by poor
health.
8St. Petersburg, Fla., Mayor Rick Baker: By 2010, the City of St Petersburg will have a
playground within walking distance of 80 percent of the children living in St. Petersburg.
Durham, N.C., Mayor William Bell: Reduce proportion of adults who are obese by 15
percent, and proportion of children and youth who are obese by 10 percent by 2012.
Reach 31,791 residents through Partnership for a Healthy Durham.
Chicago, Ill., Mayor Richard Daley: By 2016, significantly reduce the percentage of
Chicago kindergartners who are overweight or at-risk for overweight.
Orlando, Fla., Mayor Buddy Dyer: Create a Parks and Recreation Master plan with
strategies to enhance health and the environment. Build a new playground and two new
parks. Launch a teen pregnancy prevention initiative in Parramore. Establish a new
citywide youth soccer program and add lighting and shade to ballfields to expand
athletics and protect citizens.
Lexington, Ky., Mayor Jim Newberry: By 2010, create a new health clinic as part of a
unique partnership between the city and the University of Kentucky that will expand
access to quality health care for disadvantaged families and children and increase the
availability of medical appointments by 20 percent.
Seattle, Wash., Mayor Greg Nickels: Implement the Board of Health’s regulations
banning the use of added trans fat in all restaurants and requiring nutrition information to
be displayed at all chain restaurants by the end of 2009.
Vancouver, Wash., Mayor Royce Pollard: Provide residents with neighborhood parks
designed to serve people within a half mile radius with safe and reasonable access to
recreation opportunities.
Minneapolis, Minn., Mayor R.T. Rybak: Improve access to fresh, locally-grown foods
through the “Homegrown Minneapolis” Initiative. Bring public bicycle sharing to
Minneapolis in 2009.
Laredo, Texas, Mayor Raul Salinas: Partner with the Health Department/Buena Vida
Program to start a fitness program for city employees. Institutionalize school-based health
services through the Bienestar Program that target a select group of students on obesity
reduction, nutrition, and exercise. Develop policies that promote physical activity,
healthy eating, local food garden development, and healthier cooking. Sustain physical
activity for adults and children using renovated parks, walking trails and increasing green
space as indicated in the city’s green space ordinances. Challenge the retail food
establishment to change their menus and advertising toward healthier choices as proposed
by special school-based efforts.
9Aurora, Colo., Mayor Edward Tauer: Increase the square footage and access to
recreational space and for young people. Develop an Aurora Residents for Recreation
Task Force. Increase transportation and land use policies that encourage biking and
walking through the planning department.
A Financially Fit Family in which to Thrive
Small Cities (under50,000)
Sahuarita, Ariz., Mayor Lynne Skelton: Provide a Downpayment Assistance Housing
Program of a maximum of $20,000 to up to 10 families over the period of one year.
Meridian, Miss., Mayor John Robert Smith: Provide Homebuyer Educational
Workshops for every family that participates in the city’s Homebuyer Assistance Grant
Program. The Homebuyer Assistance Grant program has 17 grants available to low-
income city residents and each grant is $10,000.
Mid Sized Cities (50,000 - 150,000)
Jackson, Tenn., Mayor Jerry Gist: Provide increased minor home repair for 40 housing
units, homebuyer education for 500 persons, and affordable housing purchases for 30
homeowners by 2010.
Charleston, S.C., Mayor Joseph Riley: Ensure greater financial stability for families by
promoting the Earned Income Tax Credit, connecting more families to the financial
management programs of Family Services, Inc., and providing affordable housing to
more eligible low-income residents.
Sunnyvale, Calif., Mayor Anthony Spitaleri: Work with Tax-Aid to assist at least 100
low-income Sunnyvale families through a partnership with Columbia Neighborhood
Center. Continue the Recreation Fee Waiver Program, which will provide over 14,000
hours of participation in recreation, health and fitness, and arts programs and activities.
Hampton, Va., Mayor Molly Joseph Ward: Ensure that children graduate ready to be
self-sufficient and successful through employment, enrollment in higher education or
enlistment through the Compass Program.
Greenville, S.C., Mayor Knox White: Increase the number of filings for the Earned
Income Tax Credit, the number of volunteer income tax preparation sites at city facilities,
10the number of residents placed in jobs through the city’s LADDER program, and the
number of months residents stay employed in those particular jobs.
Large Cities (over 150,000)
Louisville, Ky., Mayor Jerry Abramson: Increase the number of participants who
successfully complete the Operation Self-Help program.
St. Petersburg, Fla., Mayor Rick Baker: Provide Financially Fit classes for every
family that participates in one of the city’s loan programs.
St. Paul, Minn., Mayor Christopher Coleman: Increase the number of taxpayers who
receive free tax preparation assistance by at least 10 percent in 2009.
Chicago, Ill., Mayor Richard Daley: By 2012, increase the percentage of low-income
Chicago families who have checking accounts at mainstream financial institutions. By
2016, reduce the percentage of children in Chicago who are growing up in poverty. By
2016, increase the percentage of working families in Chicago who are able to meet basic
budgeting needs in the areas of housing, child care, transportation, and food.
Orlando, Fla., Mayor Buddy Dyer: Create jobs by investing over $1 billion in new
downtown construction during 2009-2012 and implement a Blueprint to Create a
Sustainable Economic Impact to ensure that residents of low-income city neighborhoods
have priority access to the new jobs.
Washington, D.C., Mayor Adrian Fenty: Increase the resource base of 3,000 targeted
families by 2010 by connecting them with public benefits, job training, and employment
opportunities. Increase the number of employment and training opportunities available
for disconnected youth by 2010.
Norfolk, Va., Mayor Paul Fraim: Increase participation in the Virginia Initiative for
Employment not Welfare (VIEW) program in Norfolk aimed at providing education,
employment training and retention, and stable housing. Work towards increasing the
living wage standard.
Tampa, Fla., Mayor Pam Iorio: Continue to offer funding assistance for the
rehabilitation of existing owner-occupied homes as well as down payment assistance to
income-qualified homebuyers purchasing affordable homes in the city of Tampa.
Lexington, Ky., Mayor Jim Newberry: Provide free tax preparation services to at least
2,500 low-income households in Fayette County by 2010. Developing and implement
11free or low cost financial literacy/educational programs for all residents of Fayette
County. Enroll 2,700 in financial literacy classes.
Seattle, Wash., Mayor Greg Nickels: In 2009, help 10,000 low- and moderate-income
people access public benefits (preschool/child care, energy/utility assistance, health
insurance, basic food, etc.) through the city’s PeoplePoint initiative, receiving the value
of an estimated $13,440,000 in benefits. By the end of 2010, open accounts for 10,000
previously “unbanked” people through Bank on Seattle-King County with the goal of
having at least 80 percent of the accounts successfully maintained for at least one year.
Vancouver, Wash., Mayor Royce Pollard: Facilitate creation of an Asset Building
Coalition which will work to provide financial opportunity and choice to low-income
individuals and families. Projects will include individual development accounts that
encourage savings and banking.
Minneapolis, Minn., Mayor R.T. Rybak: Provide free tax preparation assistance all
year to seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income residents. Work in partnership
with Hennepin County, policymakers, and community programs to assure effective job
training and employment opportunities for Minneapolis residents in need. Implement the
“One Minneapolis” vision to include equal access, equal opportunity, and equal input to
close race and class gaps in housing and family economic stability. The “Minneapolis
Advantage” program will provide $10,000 grants to homebuyers for down payment and
closing cost assistance for the purchase of foreclosed properties.
Laredo, Texas, Mayor Raul Salinas: Add one additional permanent VITA site.
Increase program hours at the main site and add five ad hoc sites. Increase the number of
income tax returns prepared for low-income families by 25 percent.
Aurora, Colo., Mayor Edward Tauer: Create a Neighborhood Employment Center
which will offer a variety of services, job opening database, assessment, classes to help
residents qualify for entry-level employment, referral to open jobs, development of a
campus career road map, and a combined vocational English as a Second Language and
certified nurse aide program.
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Adult Sports
BASKETBALL LEAGUES • SOFTBALL LEAGUES • DROP-IN SPORTS • & MORE
For more Youth Sports information please call 253-6650.
The Fall 2009 season is just around the corner for
Adult Basketball and Softball Leagues. Both leagues
will follow the same seasonal schedule.
Adult Basketball League Fees
$360/team, $42 PMBF* (optional)
$30/per game referee fee (payable at game time)
Adult Softball League Fees
$425/team, $42 PMBF* (optional)
$25/per game referee fee (payable at game time)
Priority Registration Dates for
BOTH Leagues:
Gold: Beginning, Monday, July 27, 2009
(any team that has participated in each of the last 3 seasons)
Silver: Beginning, Monday, August 3, 2009
(any team that has participated in 2 of the last 3 seasons)
Bronze: Beginning g Monday, Augsut 10, 2009
(any team that has participated in 1 of the last 3 seasons)
New/Open: Beginning Wednesday, August 12, 2009
League play begins: Monday, , August 31, 2009
Basketball Team Manager’s Meeting: Thursday, August 20, 2009
Location: Veterans Memorial Building, 4117 Overland Avenue
Time: 7:00 pm
Softball Team Manager’s Meet ting: Thursday, August 20, 2009
Location: Veterans Memorial Building, 4117 Overland Avenue
Time: 8:00 pm
* Player Medical Benefit Fund- This optional supplemental insurance
program entitles all team members to receive reimbursement for med-
ical expenses up to $500.00 per player per year.
Adult Sports Leagues
Register your team in one of our adult sports leagues.
We offer mens and coed softball and basketball
leagues. Our leagues are competitively balanced and
accommodate the novice to advanced player. Don't
have a team to register, but still want to play? Ask to be
placed on our “free agent” list where you can be
“picked up” by a registered team.
Youth Sports
Adult Drop-In Volleyball
$40 15 visits
Drop in for a fun evening of indoor volleyball action in
Culver City! For participants 18 and over.
Note: Participants must purchase a pass from the Registration Office
located in the Veterans Memorial Building, 4117 Overland Avenue.
Schedule subject to change. Please call the status line at (310)
253-6663 prior to attending. No volleyball in August due to
annual gym maintenance.
Sport Day Time Location
Volleyball Tue 7:30-10:00 pm VMB Gym
DROP-IN SPORTS FALL 2009 ADULT SPORTS LEAGUES
For more Adult Sports information call (310) 253-6663.
SUPERSTARS • PINTSIZE SPORTS • YOUTH BASKETBALL • SPORT CAMPS
SuperStars - Introduction to Sports
$40 Resident, $50 Non-Resident
SuperStars is an introductory sports class for boys and girls
ages 4 to 8. Our patient and caring instructors teach the
fundamentals of the sport while stressing the importance of
sportsmanship, teamwork and fair play. Participants will
also gain self-confidence in their first sports experience.
Note: Registration is taken on a first-come-first-served basis and
space is limited to 25 spots per class.
Activity Day Dates Time Location
T-Ball T/Th 7/6-8/13 3:30-4:30 pm Lindberg
Flag Football T/Th 9/8-10/15 3:30-4:30 pm Lindberg
Pintsize
TM
Sports
$84 Resident, $94 Non-Resident 8 weeks
This class is designed to introduce children to sports in
a positive fun environment where they will learn the
basic skills involved in Soccer, Hockey, Basketball, and
T-Ball through fun drills and games.
Instructor: Pintsize staff.
Note: Team shirt given to all participants. 5148 is for child and par-
ent/caregiver.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5148 7/7-8/25 Tue 2:30-3:00 pm 2½-3½ Lindberg
5149 7/7-8/25 Tue 3:15-4:00 pm 4-6 Lindberg
Pintsize
TM
Karate
$84 Resident, $94 Non-Resident 8 weeks
This class is designed to introduce children to the basics
of Karate and Martial Arts in a positive fun environment
where they will develop their motor skills, strength, and
coordination. Additional benefits include discipline, self
confidence, and flexibility. Class starts with a warm up
and includes basic exercises, self defense, games and
stretching. Ends with sticker-time!
Instructor: Pintsize staff.
Note: Uniform may be purchased at 1st class.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5226 7/9-8/27 Thu 3:30-4:00 pm 3-4 CW-Alexander
5227 7/9-8/27 Thu 4:15-5:00 pm 4-6 CW-Alexander
Coast 2 Coast Irish Soccer Camp
$149 Resident/ $159 Non-Resident
Enthusiastic and experienced Irish and US Coaches will
train the FUNdamental soccer skills of passing, drib-
bling, shooting, ball control and tackling in an encour-
aging environment. Every player is guaranteed a week
of enjoyment and development in the Beautiful Game.
Note: Participants receive a free soccer ball and T-shirt. Please bring
soccer cleats/ tennis shoes, shin-gaurds, water, sunscreen, and lunch.
Dates Time Age Location
7/6-7/10 9:00am-2:00pm 4-14 Blanco Park
7/20-7/24 9:00am-2:00pm 4-14 Blanco Park
7/27-7/31 9:00am-2:00pm 4-14 Blanco Park
8/17-8/21 9:00am-2:00pm 4-14 Blanco Park
Skyhawks Summer Sports Camps
Skyhawks programs teach fundamental skills, refine tal-
ents and prepare young athletes for sports in an appro-
priately competitive environment. These programs are
designed for beginner to intermediate level players.
Minihawk allows young children to explore soccer,
baseball, and basketball in a day-program setting. All
Skyhawks participants will receive quality instruction,
one free sport specific ball, one free T-shirt and a merit
award.
Note: Space is limited. First come, first served. Unless otherwise
noted all classes meet at Blanco Park.
Sport Dates Time Age Fee
Soccer 6/29-7/3 9am-12pm 6-9 $129 Resident
$139 Non-Res.
*Minihawk 7/20-7/24 9am-12pm 4-6 $129 Resident
$139 Non-Res.
Multi-Sport 7/27-7/31 9am-12pm 6-12 $129 Resident
$139 Non-Res.
Flag Football 8/3-8/7 9am-11am 6-12 $79 Resident
$89 Non-Res.
Basketball 8/3-8/7 11:30-1:30 6-12 $79 Resident
$89 Non-Res.
*Meets at Lindberg Park.
Pintsize
TM
Soccer
$84 Resident, $94 Non-Resident 8 weeks
This “parent & me” class prepares children for organized
sports league play in a FUN, non-threatening environ-
ment. Children will enjoy quality time working one on
one with a parent and a variety of Soccer skills including
dribbling, kicking and passing, trapping, throwing, and
agility. Exercises become increasing more difficult as the
class progresses giving children the chance to see them-
selves improving and raising their self-esteem.
Parents/caregiver must stay in class with child.
Instructor: Pintsize staff.
Note: Team shirt given to all participants.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5224 7/11-8/29 Sat 9:30-10:00 am 3-4 Lindberg
5225 7/11-8/29 Sat 10:15-11:00 am 4-6 Lindberg
Pintsize
TM
Tee-Ball
$84 Resident, $94 Non-Resident 8 weeks
This class is designed as an introduction to Tee Ball and
prepares children for organized sports league play in a
FUN, positive environment. Children will enjoy quality
time working one on one with a parent, they will learn
a variety of tee ball skills including throwing, catching,
batting, and running bases. They will also learn basic
rules of the game and much more.
Instructor: Pintsize staff.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5229 7/11-8/29 Sat 11:15-12:00 pm 3-5 Lindberg
National Junior Tennis League
$10 (Make check or money order payable to NJTL)
This program is designed for boys & girls ages 8-17 to learn
the fundamentals of tennis. Students will receive T-shirts and
a certificate of participation. T ennis balls and racquets will be
provided for students without either.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5450 7/6-8/12 M/W 10:00 am-12:00 pm 8-17 Vets Park
SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS
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Youth Activities
LICENSED CHILDCARE • DROP-IN • DAY CAMPS • ARTS & CRAFTS • GAMES • & MORE
SUMMER CAMPS
CCARP
$45/week Resident, 2nd child $40/week
$55/week Resident, 2nd child $50/week
Registration will begin for the upcoming 2009-10
school year on August 4, 2009 at the registration office
located at 4117 Overland Ave.
CCARP is a fee-based program that provides super-
vised recreational activities at 5 locations for elementary
aged children (K-5) and at Culver City Middle School.
Activities include Homework time, arts and crafts,
games and free play. Students from U.C.L.A. Bruin
Corps provide tutorial assistant at the Middle School
site. The program is not offered on pupil free days and
holidays. On Wednesdays, if kindergarten class ends
before 1:30pm the parent must make other arrange-
ments for their child to be picked up. CCARP staff
begins work at 1:30pm on Wednesdays. CCARP is
closed during winter, spring and summer recess. Fees
must be paid by Wednesday proceeding the week the
child will be attending. Payments made after
Wednesday will be assessed a $25 late payment fee.
No payments will be accepted after the Friday proceed-
ing the week the child will be attending.
No. Day Time Location
0010 M-F Afterschool-6:00 pm Blanco Park
0020 M-F Afterschool-6:00 pm El Marino Park
0030 M-F Afterschool-6:00 pm La Ballona Elem
0040 M-F Afterschool-6:00 pm Linwood E.Howe Ele
3000 M-F Afterschool-6:00 pm Lindberg Park
3020 M-F Afterschool-6:00 pm CCMS, RM #401
The Parks and Playgrounds program is comprised of 8
facilities. We offer free drop-in activities at all parks that
range from arts & crafts to sports clinics. Visit one of
our local parks to see what activities are offered. If we
don’t offer an activity of your liking we would like to
hear about your recreational preference and priorities
to better understand and meet your needs and interests.
Talk to our Recreation Leaders in the “blue” staff shirts.
We’re waiting to hear from you!
Park & Playground Staffing Hours
Location Monday-Friday Saturday-Sunday
Blanco Park Noon-7:00 pm 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Culver City Park Noon-7:00 pm 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Culver West Alexander Noon-7:00 pm 10:00 am-5:00 pm
El Marino Park Noon-7:00 pm 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Fox Hills Park Noon-7:00 pm 10:00 pm-5:00 pm
Lindberg Park Noon-7:00 pm 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Syd Kronenthal Noon-7:00 pm 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Vets Park Noon-7:00 pm 10:00 am-5:00 pm
(Hours subject to change: please check the schedules at the local parks)
Culver City Just 4 Kids Camp
$125/wk Resident, $155/wk Non-Resident
$110/wk Res, $140/wk Non-Res 2nd Child
This camp is for children ages 5-10. Activities include
arts & crafts, songs, trips, games and special events!
Note: We require an original birth certificate at the time of enrollment.
First come, first served. Space is limited. All enrollment applications
MUST include a $20.00 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit PER SESSION
to hold a spot in camp. Balance of fees due MUST be paid on the
Wednesday prior to the week your child will be attending camp. There
are no refunds or pro rating of fees once a session begins. We accept
cash, money orders, checks, VISA or MasterCards. Credit cards must
be presented in person. A 3% convenience fee will be charged on all
credit card transactions.
Location: Culver City Teen Center
Camp Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Camp Dates: June 22-August 28, 2009
Culver City Teen Camp
$105/wk Resident, $135/wk Non-Resident
$95/wk Res, $125/wk Non-Res 2nd Child
Teen Camp is for youth ages 11-13. Activities include
arts & crafts, songs, trips, games and special events!
Note: We require an original birth certificate at the time of enroll-
ment. First come, first served. A NON-REFUNDABLE deposit of $20 per
child, per week, is required to hold a spot in camp. If payment is not
made in full by the Wednesday prior to the week your child will be attend-
ing camp the $20 deposit is forfeited. There are no refunds or pro-rating
of fees once a session begins.
Location: Culver City Teen Center
Camp Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Camp Dates: June 22 - August 28, 2009
Beyond Pre-K in Spanish Summer Camp
$125/wk Resident, $135/wk Non-Resident
This camp is designed for children to learn and play in
a fun-filled environment and also be exposed to
Spanish. Through songs, story time, art, cooking, move-
ment and multi-sensory activities children will be learn-
ing Spanish. Pack a healthy lunch. Please follow regis-
tration dates listed on page 19.
Instructor: Vera Chang and Elvia Wulf
Note: Material fee of $35 per week includes snack, P .E. and music
and movement once a week.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5051 7/6-7/10 M-F 9:30 am-1:30 pm 3½-4½ CWA
5052 7/13-7/17 M-F 9:30 am-1:30 pm 3½-4½ CWA
5053 7/20-7/24 M-F 9:30 am-1:30 pm 3½-4½ CWA
1st Class Kids Kamp
$280/2wks Resident, $290/2wks Non-Resident
Get ready for a fun filled summer of Kids Kamp!
Children will participate in arts and crafts, music, sports,
movement, water fun, and activities designed to devel-
op self-awareness. Please pack a healthy lunch. Please
follow registration dates listed on page 19.
Instructors: Mari Davis and the 1st Class Preparatory Inc. Staff.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5025 6/29-7/10 M-F 9am-1pm 3.5-6 Syd Kronenthal
5026 7/13-7/24 M-F 9am-1pm 3.5-6 Syd Kronenthal
5027 8/3-8/14 M-F 9am-1pm 3.5-6 Syd Kronenthal
5028 8/17-8/28 M-F 9am-1pm 3.5-6 Syd Kronenthal
Jolly Blast Sports Academy
3-5 year olds, $75 Residents, $85 Non-Residents
6-9 year olds, $135 Residents, $145 Non-Residents
This weeklong summer camp is designed to introduce
kids to team sports like soccer, t-ball, basketball, kick-
ball, as well as other games in fun, positive, relaxed
environment. Kids will learn imaginitave play at their
own pace, under their own power.
Note: 3-5 year old hour is a parent-AND-me activity.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5498 6/29-7/3 M-F 10:30-11:30 am 3-5* Lindberg Park
5499 6/29-7/3 M-F 9:30am-1:00pm 6-9 Lindberg Park
Dee-Lightful Production
Musical Theatre Summer Camp
Session I: Once On This Island, a Caribbean
tale with rythmic Carribean music and dance.,
June 29-July 25
Session II: The Wizard of Oz, the Stage adap-
tation from the 1939 MGM classic filmed here
in Culver City, July 28-August 22
Children age 7-17 will have the time of their life. Audition and ori-
entation mandatory! No experience necessary! Just bring a song
and a smile! Daily activities include outdoor play, arts & crafts,
swimming and surprise guest artists. Limited enrollment!
Note: Materials fees payable to Director, covers costs of scripts,
CD’s, T-shirts, and art supplies.
Artistic Director: Dolores Aguanno
Auditions: May 20 and June 12 from 3-6pm
Mandatory Audition: June 13 from 11am-1pm
Orientation: June 13, 11 am-1 pm VMB
Camp Location: Veterans Memorial Building
Camp Hours: Mon-Fri, 9:00 am-5:00 pm - Session I begins on 6/29.
Extended Hours: 8:00-9:00 am and 5:00-6:00 pm
Session I: Residents $945, Non-Residents $955
Session II: Residents $945, Non-Residents $955
Extended Hours Fees: $50/wk
Materials Fees (Non-Refundable): Session I & II: $225
PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS
UPCOMING AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS
SmART SPACE’S ART CAMP
SmART Space Summer Arts Camp
$225/wk Resident, $235/wk Non-Resident
Campers ages 4.5 - 10 yrs join us for an awesome SUM-
MER BREAK ARTS CAMP! We'll explore the exciting world of
creativity through a variety of hands-on activities. Each day
includes specialized art workshops, as well as imagination
games, and outdoor play; all to make for a stimulating and
active week! Projects include painting, drawing, printmak-
ing, mosaics, collage, sculpture, clay-working and more!
Students will be grouped by ages for workshops.
Note: Material fee is $35 per child per week payable to SmART
Space. Please pack a healthy snack and lunch each day.
Camp Hours: 9:00am–2:00pm Monday-Friday
Dates Themes Age Location
6/22-6/26 Art’s Up, Dude! 4½-10 Lindberg Park
6/29-7/3 Red, White and You! 4½-10 Lindberg Park
7/6-7/10 Planet Earth 4½-10 Lindberg Park
7/13-7/17 Mini Masterpieces Part 1 4½-10 Lindberg Park
7/27-7/31 Art Through the Ages 4½-10 CWA Park
8/3-8/7 Global Art Trek 4½-10 CWA Park
8/10-8/14 Art in the Universe 4½-10 CWA Park
8/17-8/21 Mini Masterpieces Part 2 4½-10 CWA Park
8/24-8/28 Best of Summer 2009 4½-10 CWA Park
C.L.I.M.B.On! Leadership Camp
presented by Fulcrum Adventures
$195/wk Resident, $205/wk Non-Resident
C.L.I.M.B. stands for Character, Leadership, Integrity,
Motivation and Belief. These are the themes for this youth
leadership camp presented by Fulcrum Adventures Inc., an
industry leader in youth development. At CLIMB ON your
child will have a fun, safe and valuable character building
experience they will never forget! Camp meets at the Ropes
Course in Culver City Park near the Dog Park.
Note: Please pack a healthy snack and lunch each day and water.
Camp Hours: 9:00am–3:00pm Monday-Friday
Dates Session Theme Age Location
6/22-6/26 Communication & Character 8-12 Ropes Course
6/29-7/3 Leadership & Integrity 8-12 Ropes Course
7/6-7/10 Motivation & Belief 8-12 Ropes Course
Science Adventures Camp
$287/wk Resident, $297/wk Non-Res. Full Day
$179/wk Resident, $189/wk Non-Res. 1/2 Day
Science Adventures offers four excit-
ing week-long camps allowing kids
to explore science in a fun, interac-
tive way.
Note: Please pack a healthy snack and
lunch each day and water. Full Day is 9am-
3:30 pm, Half Day is 9am-Noon.
Dates Time Age Location
6/22-6/26 Starts 9 am 5-12 Carlson Park
7/6-7/10 Starts 9 am 5-12 Carlson Park
7/13-7/17 Starts 9 am 5-12 Carlson Park
7/20-7/24 Starts 9 am 5-12 Carlson Park
7/27-7/31 Starts 9 am 5-12 Carlson Park
8/10-8/14 Starts 9 am 5-12 Carlson Park
8/17-8/21 Starts 9 am 5-12 Carlson Park
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Enrichment Classes
Registration information on page 19. For more information call (310) 253-6650.
PRE-SCHOOL • ARTS • DANCE • MUSIC • HEALTH & WELLNESS • MARTIAL ARTS • & MORE
Taekwondo
$60 Residents, $70 Non-residents Monthly
Taekwondo for 6-9 year olds: Learn Taekwondo in a fun
and social environment. Your child will learn fundamen-
tal taekwondo skills to help improve balance, coordina-
tion, and strength. Positive self-image is encouraged
through peer-to-peer interactions and incremental pro-
motion to higher belt levels.
Instructors: Sean Yee, 3rd Degree Black Belt, UCLA Taekwondo
Director
Note: Certain exercises have been modified based on suggestions
from a board-certified Occupational Therapist.
No. Day Time Age/Level Location
5530 Sat 2:30-3:30 pm 6-9 VMB Yanji City
Adaptive Taekwondo
$75 Residents, $85 Non-residents Monthly
This class introduces children with special needs to
basic concepts and movements with opportunities for
advancing to higher belts and interacting with other
children. This class strives to improve core strength and
provide social opportunities through fun and interactive
Taekwondo exercises. Learn from an instructor with
many years of teaching experience and experience in
working with special needs' children.
Instructors: Sean Yee, 3rd Degree Black Belt, UCLA Taekwondo
Director
Note: Certain exercises have been modified based on suggestions
from a board-certified Occupational Therapist.
No. Day Time Age/Level Location
5445 Sat 1:30-2:30 pm 6-9/Beg VMB Kaizuka
Sing, Dance, and Play!
$76 Resident, $86 Non-Resident 10 weeks
This special parent-and-child music class combines
music with creative movement and dramatic play. A
wide variety of musical instruments and props are used
to engage children in expressive and free movement.
For children 6 months to 4 years old.
Instructor: Susan Porter
Note: No class September 7.
No Dates Day Time Location
5035 7/6-9/14 Mon 9:45-10:30am VMB Uruapan
5036 7/6-9/14 Mon 10:45-11:30am VMB Uruapan
5037 7/8-9/9 Wed 9:45-10:30am VMB Uruapan
5038 7/8-9/9 Wed 10:45-11:30am VMB Uruapan
5038 7/9-9/10 Thu 9:45-10:30am VMB Uruapan
5039 7/9-9/10 Thu 10:45-11:30am VMB Uruapan
Grown up & Me Hooked on Fitness
$76 Resident, $86 Non-Resident 8 weeks
$45 Resident, $55 Non-Resident (Sat.) 5 weeks
A great fun filled grownup/child class to start your tod-
dler down the path to a life long love of physical activ-
ity. Your child's natural boundless energy & love of
movement is channeled into both structured & unstruc-
tured activities that keep smiles on their faces long after
they leave the class!
Instructor: Frankie Gallagher, RN,MN,HFI
Note: A materials fee of $5 is due the first day of class. No class on July
21, 23. Siblings up to 7 yrs. old can register for class 5044 and 5047.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5045 7/7-9/1 Tue 9:00-9:45 am 18mo-2yr Rotunda
5044 7/7/9/1 Tue 10:00-10:45 am 2-4 Rotunda
5047 7/9-9/3 Thu 10:30-11:15 2-4 Rotunda
5046* 8/1-8/29 Sat 9:30-10:15 am 2-4 Teen Center
Preschool Fitness Movement
$76 Resident, $86 Non-Resident 8 weeks
The perfect class to help your child use up some of their
pent up energy after a morning of preschool. Each
grownup/child pair will participate in both structured &
unstructured activities that will foster a solid foundation
for a fit lifestyle. There is NO sitting down & being quiet
in this class! Even the grownups have a good time &
get a workout as well!
Instructor: Frankie Gallagher, RN,MN,HFI
Note: A materials fee of $5 is due the first day of class. No class on
July 21. Siblings up to 7 yrs old can register for class 5041.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5041 7/7-9/1 Tue 3:00-3:45 pm 3-5 VMB Rotunda
5043 7/7-9/1 Tue 4:00-4:45 3-5 VMB Rotunda
PRE-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Toddler Time
$45 Resident, $55 Non-Resident 4 weeks
Walking toddlers and parents will enjoy a morning of
socialization, arts and crafts, gross and fine motor
developmental play, music, and outdoor play. Please
pack a healthy snack. Parents must stay in class.
Instructor: Poonam Sharma
Note: $10 materials fee is due the first day of class.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5002 7/10-7/31 Fri 9:15-10:30 am 1-2 Blanco
Wee Ones
$50 Resident, $60 Non-Resident 4 weeks
Children at the age of
2 start talking and start
enjoying activities with
other kids of their age
and are not totally
dependent on their par-
ents. This class will provide
learning and playing set-
tings to help them play
with other kids, follow
directions, learn alpha-
bets, and numbers through rhymes/songs, and stories.
Please pack a healthy snack. Parents must stay in class.
Instructor: Poonam Sharma
Note: A $10 materials fee is due at first class meeting.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5007 7/10-7/31 Fri 10:45-12:30 pm 2-3 Blanco
Transition Time (Bilingual)
$150 Resident, $160 Non-Resident 1 week
We offer this class for children entering our Transition
Time in the Fall. Children need to be potty trained and
able to stay by themselves. Please pack a healthy
snack. Space is limited.
Instructor: Raquel Dominguez
Note: A $20 materials fee is due at first class meeting.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5003 8/24-8/28 M-F 9:30-11:30 am 3½-4 El Marino
Tot Transition
$100 Resident, $110 Non-Resident 4 weeks
This class is designed to help
children transition from Wee
Ones to Kids Time.
Children will be encour-
aged to be more independent
and express their creativity
through arts and crafts. Children
will spend more time with their
peers and learn. Please pack a
healthy snack.
Instructor: Poonam Sharma
Note: A $20 materials fee is due at
first class meeting.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5012 7/7-7/30 Tue/Thu Noon-2:00 pm 2½-3½ Blanco
Kids Time
$275 Resident, $285 Non-Resident Monthly
Children will participate in art,
music, movement, and play activi-
ties designed to develop self-
awareness, and independence in
an environment that is full of fun.
Children will be introduced to
their ABC’s and numbers. This
class is ideal for learning and
preparing for Pre-K and
Kindergarten. Please pack a
healthy snack.
Instructor: Poonam Sharma
Note: $10 materials fee.
Participants that haven’t paid by the 5th of each month will be dropped
from the class.
No. Day Time Age Location
5018 M-Th 9:00am-12:00pm 3½-5 Blanco
CHILDREN’S FITNESS AND MOVEMENT
Beyond Pre-K in Spanish
$500/mo. Resident
$510/mo. Non-Resident Continuous
Help your child begin the
journey of acquiring a
second language at an
early age! Our “hands-
on,” pre-Kindergarten
immersion program
is taught by trained
native Spanish speakers
with college degrees in
Child Development and Education from the U.S.
and Mexico. The Spanish language is introduced
through multi-sensory activities that stimulate chil-
dren’s natural curiosity and creativity and foster the
development of motor skills, self expression, and
socialization. All the joys and benefits of preschool,
being taught in Spanish! Class meets continuously
within the CCUSD schedule.
Instructors: Vera Chang and Elvia Wulf
Note: Please follow registration dates on page 19.
Maximum of 20 students. Prorating not available. A two-time
$100 materials fee payable in September and in February.
Participants that haven’t paid by the 5th of each month will be
dropped from the class.
No. Day Time Age Location
5050 M-F 9:00 am-1:00 pm 4 CW-Alexander
K-Troop
$300/mo. Resident
$310/mo. Non-Resident Continuous
Kindergartners enjoy arts and crafts, music, story time,
movement games, and social play activities. Children
also have supervised play in the park. Students bring
lunch. Students will be taken to and picked up from El
Marino Kindergarten classes each day. Children must
be in Kindergarten to participate. Class meets contin-
uously within the CCUSD schedule.
Instructor: Raquel Dominguez and staff.
Note: Please follow registration dates on page 19.
Participants that haven’t paid by the 5th of each month will be
dropped from the class.
No. Day Time Age Location
5028 M-F* 8:30-11:30 am K El Marino
5029 M-F* 11:40-3:30 pm K El Marino
* On Wednesdays class also meets from 8:30 am to 9:15 am.
Dismissal is at 2:15 pm
1st Class Prep Pre-K
$400/mo. Resident
$410/mo. Non-Resident Continuous
Our goal in the1st Class Pre-K program is to provide
the children with a diverse, exciting, and stimulating
environment where everyone feels relaxed and ready
to learn and play. Class time and special activities
are planned according to themes designed to meet
the individual needs of children during this active
time of growth and development, in addition to pro-
moting an enthusiastic and receptive attitude toward
school. The curriculum which includes letter recog-
nition and sound, shape recognition, number recog-
nition, math, reading, and art activities, is created
on either a letter of the alphabet or a season. The
curriculum is successful in helping to prepare chil-
dren for kindergarten. The children also engage in
outside and inside activity with the opportunity to be
involved in small and large groups. Please pack a
healthy snack and lunch.
Instructors: Mari Davis and the 1st Class Preparatory Inc. Staff
Note:Please follow registration dates on page 19. A $20
materials fee is due at the first of each month. There is no prorat-
ing and sign ups are on a first come first serve basis. Participants
that haven’t paid by the 5th of each month will be dropped from
the class. Students must be potty trained.*5025/5026 are extend-
ed hours that are offered at an additional cost. 5025 is $250
and 5026 i is $150. May be cancelled if less than 8 children.
No. Day Time Age Location
5024 M-F 9:00 am-1:00 pm 3-5 Syd Kronenthal
5025* M-TH 1:00 pm-3:00 pm 3-5 Syd Kronenthal
5026* MW/T/TH 1:00 pm-3:00 pm 3-5 Syd Kronenthal
UPCOMING FALL PRE-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
See page 9 for Pre-school
Summer Camps!
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Enrichment Classes
PRE-SCHOOL • ARTS • DANCE • MUSIC • HEALTH & WELLNESS • MARTIAL ARTS • & MORE
Balls! Balls! Balls!
$76 Resident, $86 Non-Resident 8 weeks
What child doesn't like balls? A class for toddlers 2 - 4
yrs. that will assist in the initial development of their
coordination & social skills. All activities in this class will
revolve around balls. Each grownup/child pair will use
various balls to practice throwing, catching, kicking,
rolling, balancing, & various other activities. Set to
music, this class utilizes all the senses. A fun way to
introduce your child to the benefits of physical activity.
Instructor: Frankie Gallagher, RN,MN,HFI
Note: A materials fee of $7 is due the first day of class. No Class July
21 or 23. Siblings up to 7 yrs. old can register for class 5040-5041
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5040 7/7-9/1 Tue 11:00-11:45 am 2-4 VMB Rotunda
5041 7/9-9/3 Thu 9:30-10:15 am 2-4 VMB Rotunda
5042 7/9-9/3 Thu 4:00-4:45 pm 5-7 VMB Rotunda
Pintsize
TM
Sports
$84 Resident, $94 Non-Resident 8 weeks
This class is designed to intro-
duce children to Sports in a pos-
itive fun environment where they
will learn the basic skills
involved in Soccer, Hockey,
Basketball, and T-Ball through
fun drills and games.
Instructor: Pintsize staff.
Note: Team shirt given to all participants. 5148 is for child and par-
ent/caregiver.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5148 7/7-8/25 Tue 2:30-3:00 pm 2½-3½ Lindberg
5149 7/7-8/25 Tue 3:15-4:00 pm 4-6 Lindberg
Pintsize
TM
Karate
$84 Resident, $94 Non-Resident 8 weeks
This class is designed to introduce children to the basics
of Karate and Martial Arts in a positive fun environment
where they will develop their motor skills, strength, and
coordination. Additional benefits include discipline, self
confidence, and flexibility. Class starts with a warm up
and includes basic exercises, self defense, games and
stretching. Ends with sticker-time!
Instructor: Pintsize staff.
Note: Uniform may be purchased at 1st class.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5226 7/9-8/27 Thu 3:30-4:00 pm 3-4 CW-Alexander
5227 7/9-8/27 Thu 4:15-5:00 pm 4-6 CW-Alexander
Pintsize
TM
Soccer
$84 Resident, $94 Non-Resident 8 weeks
This “parent & me” class prepares chil-
dren for organized sports league
play in a FUN, non-threatening
environment. Children will enjoy
quality time working one on one
with a parent and a variety of
Soccer skills including dribbling,
kicking and passing, trapping,
throwing, and agility.
Exercises become increasing
more difficult as the class
progresses giving children the chance to see themselves
improving and raising their self-esteem. Parents/caregiv-
er must stay in class with child.
Instructor: Pintsize staff.
Note: Team shirt given to all participants.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5224 7/11-8/29 Sat 9:30-10:00 am 3-4 Lindberg
5225 7/11-8/29 Sat 10:15-11:00 am 4-6 Lindberg
Pintsize
TM
Tee-Ball
$84 Resident, $94 Non-Resident 8 weeks
This class is designed as an introduction to Tee Ball and
prepares children for organized sports league play in a
FUN, positive environment. Children will enjoy quality
time working one on one with a parent, they will learn
a variety of tee ball skills including throwing, catching,
batting, and running bases. They will also learn basic
rules of the game and much more.
Instructor: Pintsize staff.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5229 7/11-8/29 Sat 11:15-12:00 pm 3-5 Lindberg
DANCE
Scottish Country Dance
$50 Resident, $60 Non-Resident 10 weeks
Enjoy the social dance of Scotland! Learn lively jigs, reels,
and elegant strathspeys, in sets of dancers. No partners
required. Both experienced dancers and beginners are
welcome. Begin now and you can join the fun at month-
ly parties and balls. Wear comfortable clothing and soft
dance shoes/ghillies.
Instructor: Pat Grivetti
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5125 7/7-9/8 Tue 7:30-10:15 pm Adult Lindberg Bldg
Soul In Motion
$80 Resident, $90 Non-Resident 4 weeks
Dance your cares away to World Music that will leave
you feeling up-lifted and connected. Class consists of
World moves, stretches, floor exercises, and combina-
tions that are fun and invigorating. Class will conclude
with relaxation and meditation. All levels are welcome.
Instructor: Olivia Regalado
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5119 7/15-8/7 W/F 10-Noon 18+ VMB Rotunda
5119 9/2-9/25 W/F 10-Noon 18+ VMB Rotunda
Tindra Dance Team
$45 Resident, $55 Non-Resident
The Award-Winning Dynamis Dance T eam is a year round
program that participates in local and national competi-
tions throughout Southern California. The program aims to
provide dance technique while building character, self-
esteem and discipline. Children will learn a variety of
dance styles including jazz, ballet, hip hop, as well as song
leading. This activity requires significant time commitment.
Instructor: Leilani Fonacier
Note: You must attend Try-Out Classes to try out. Fee does not
include accessories and costumes.
Orientation: Tuesday, May 19th at 6:30 pm at VMB Auditorium
Try-Out Classes: June 15th-June 26th 5:30-7:30 (times specific to age)
Try-Outs : Monday, June 29th at 5:30
No. Day Time Age Location
5135 M-Th 5:30-7:30 pm P re-K -12 Multipurpose Room
Tiny Tot Ballet & Tap
$88 Resident, $98 Non-Resident 8 weeks
This class will lead your dancer through two timeless
dance forms. Young students will develop beauty and
grace through their Ballet class and will develop a
strong sense of control and rhythm through Tap.
Children will display their skills at a class performance.
Instructor: Ms. Caroline, Smart Space, Creative Arts Programs.
Note: Each dancer must provide their own Ballet and Tap shoes.
No Dates Day Time Age Location
5042 7/8-8/26 Wed 2:30-3:15 pm 3-5 CW-Alexander
Ballet & Jazz for Kids
$88 Resident, $98 Non-Resident 8 weeks
Students will learn the techniques of classical ballet and
jazz in this fun-filled and creative dance class.
Throughout the class session students will become more
self-confident as they work on balance, agility, grace,
form and learning choreography. Students will display
their skills at a class performance.
Instructor: Ms. Caroline, Smart Space, Creative Arts Center.
Note: Each dancer must provide their own Ballet and Jazz shoes.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5101 7/6-8/24 Mon 2:45-3:30 pm 3-5 VMB Garden
5102 7/6-8/24 Mon 3:45-4:45 pm 5½-8 VMB Garden
Children’s Beginning Piano
$85 Resident, $95 Non-Resident 10 weeks
A solid foundation in the fundamentals of playing piano
is offered by a teacher with many happy years of work-
ing with children of all ages. Children must provide
their own keyboard for each class. Please arrive 15 min
early for the first class only.
Instructor: Jennifer Macchiarella
Note: Beginners only. Materials fee of $14 due on first day of class.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5301 7/11-9/12 Sat 9:00-10:00 am Beg VMB Uruapan
Children’s Continuing Piano
$85 Resident, $95 Non-Resident 10 week
For those who have completed Jennifer’s beginning class
or have been evaluated by her. No beginner’s please.
Instructor: Jennifer Macchiarella
Note:
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5302 7/11-9/12 Sat 10:00-11:00 amCont VMB Uruapan
5303 7/11-9/12 Sat 11:00-12:00 pmCont VMB Uruapan
5304 7/11-9/12 Sat 12:00 -1:00 pm Cont VMB Uruapan
Adult Beginning Piano
$85 Resident, $95 Non-Resident 10 weeks
Learn to read notes easily, and get a good solid
grounding in the fundamentals in a very relaxed envi-
ronment. Students must provide their own keyboard for
each class.
Instructor: Jennifer Macchiarella
Note:
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5307 7/9-9/10 Thu 8:00-9:00 pm Beg VMB Uruapan
Adult Continuing Piano
$85 Resident, $95 Non-Resident 10 weeks
An “individual studies” program for any adult who has
completed the beginning class. Private time is spent
with each student, working on a piece a week.
Instructor: Jennifer Macchiarella
Note:
No. Dates Day Time Level Location
5305 7/9-9/10 Thu 7:00-8:00 pm Cont VMB Rotunda
Fundamentals of Guitar
$80 Resident, $90 Non-Resident 10 weeks
This class is designed for first time guitar players who
are interested in an instructional class where the follow-
ing will be covered: structure of the instrument, guitar
chords, how to read tablature and music notation, fin-
ger positioning, and correct posture to play the guitar.
Students must bring their own acoustic guitar.
Instructor: James Grover
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5263 7/7-9/8 Tue 7-8:30 pm 11-17 El Marino
MUSIC
Popular Latin Dance for Couples
$80 Resident Couples
$90 Non-Resident Couples 5 weeks
This dance course is designed as an introduction to the
basics of Popular Latin Dance such as Salsa and
Merengue. Merengue is a popular Latin Dance from the
Dominican Republic. Salsa is a popular Latin Dance orig-
inating from the son of Cuba and further developed in
Puerto Rico and New York.
Instructor: Ignacio Anguiano-Reyes
Note: Hard soled shoes recommended. Classes beginning at 9:30
AM are for beginners that would like to be introduced to Latin
Dance.
No. Dates Day Time Location
Intro to Latin Dance
5123 7/11-8/8 Sat 9:30-10:30 am Auditorium
5122 8/22-9/19 Sat 9:30-10:30 am Auditorium
Salsa and Merengue
5126 7/11-8/8 Sat 10:30-Noon Auditorium
5127 8/22-9/19 Sat 10:30-Noon Auditorium
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Enrichment Classes
Basic Wheel Techniques
$125 Resident, $135 Non-Resident 10 weeks
This class will provide and encourage the development of
creating ceramic art using the potter’s wheel. Individuals
will create a series of functional and artistic projects,
learning to center the clay, form cylinders, bowls and
plates, as well as basic glazing and decorating tech-
niques. This class is suitable for both beginners, and
those who have previously worked with a potter’s wheel.
Instructor: Jeffrey Greathouse
Note: $15 materials fee due the first class to cover glazes, tools and
25lb bag of clay.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5211 7/8-9/9 Wed 6:30-9:00 pm Adult El Marino
Advanced Wheel Throwing T echniques
$125 Resident, $135 Non-Resident 10 weeks
This class will cover the basics as
well as more advanced tech-
niques in throwing clay using a
potter's wheel. Individuals will
explore advanced techniques in
creating unique artistic and func-
tional projects that use the skills
of basic throwing techniques and
build on those skills to further
hone their craft. It will include les-
sons in altering shapes, working large, alternate glazing
techniques, as well as other explorations of ceramic art.
Instructor: Jeffrey Greathouse
Note: $15 Material fee due the first class to cover glazes, tools and
initial 25lb bag of clay.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5211 7/9-9/10 Thu 6:30-9:00 pm Adult El Marino
Abrakadoodle
$105 Resident, $115 Non-Resident 6 weeks
Abrakadoodle is a series of art workshops for young
children, based on the learning principles of Jean
Piaget. Children will have fun learning and creating with
a variety of art media, while gaining self-confidence
and developing their artistic skills. Classes 5080, 5283,
5286, and 5287 are for parents and children.
Instructor: Abrakadoodle Staff
Note: Materials fees included with registration fee. Space is limited.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5281 7/7-8/11 T ue 3:30-4:15 pm 3-5 VMB Rm D
5282 7/7-8/11 T ue 4:30-5:15 pm 6-8 VMB Rm D
5280 7/11-8/15 Sat 9:30-10:15 am 20-36mo CW-Alexander
5286 7/11-8/15 Sat 10:30-11:15 am 3-5 CW-Alexander
Storybook Art
$120 Resident, $130 Non-Resident 8 weeks
“Once upon a time…” you'll visit other times and places in
this imaginative class where we read favorite stories and
create amazing works of art! This class is designed to
enhance your child's enjoyment of storytelling, and encour-
age awareness of illustrations. We’ll explore a variety of
authors and enjoy projects ranging from printing and
drawing, to cutting, collage, construction, and painting.
Instructor: SmART Space, Creative Arts Program
Note: A materials fee of $10 is due the first day of class.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5531 7/9-8/27 Thu 3-3:55 pm 3.5-6 VMB Iksan
Young Artist’s Ceramics
$100 Residents, $110 Non-Resident 5 weeks
This class is for the young artist who wants to independ-
ently explore working with clay. The studio is equipped for
creating a variety of projects with hand-building tech-
niques as well as wheel throwing. Project ideas are on
display. Demonstrations for various techniques will be
given and individual guidance is available upon request.
Instructor: Sylvia Baar-Limon
Note: A materials fee of $25 is due the first day of class.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5217 7/9-8/6 Thu 4:30-5:30 pm 10-15 El Marino
Children’s Ceramics
$100 Resident, $110 Non-Resident 5 weeks
Join us in this exciting class where children will learn a vari-
ety of ceramics techniques and also freely explore working
with clay. We always develop new project ideas and the
students will do a lot of free choice projects as well.
Instructor: Sylvia Baar-Limon
Note: A materials fee of $25 is due the first day of class.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5206 7/7-8/4 Tue 4:00-5:30 pm 4-6 El Marino
5207 7/8-8/5 Wed 4:30-5:30 pm 7-9 El Marino
Parent/Grandparent & Me Ceramics
$100 Resident, $110 Non-Resident 5 weeks
Clay is fun! Let's work together with mom, dad, grandma
or grandpa on various projects in this class for our
youngest artists and their accompanying family member.
Instructor: Sylvia Baar-Limon
Note: A materials fee of $25 is due the first day of class.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5214 7/6-8/3 Wed 4:00-5:30 pm 3-4 El Marino
Adult Ceramics
$118 Resident, $128 Non-Resident 10 weeks
A multi-level class in handbuilding and wheel throwing
stoneware pottery. Basic and advanced instruction will
be given in projects ranging from bowls to teapots and
much more as the student desires. Beginners and
advanced welcome, come join the fun!!!
Instructor: Barbara Lamb
Note: A materials fee of $15 is due the first day of class. Two option-
al Saturday workshop available per student for additional $4.00
materials fee. No class on September 7.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5201 7/6-9/14 Mon 7:00-9:00 pm Adult El Marino
5202 7/7-9/8 Tue 7:00-9:00 pm Adult El Marino
5203 7/9-9/10 Thu 9:30-11:30 am Adult El Marino
ARTS Puppy 101
$99 Resident,$109 Non-Resident Qrtrly.
Puppy 101 is a comprehensive group doggy class that
addresses common behavioral and training issues. During
this priceless course dog owners will learn everything they
need to know in order to raise their puppy properly.
Instructor: Chris Davis
Note: Dogs must be 12 wks to 6 mo. old with up to date shot records.
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5534 7/11-9/26 Sat Noon-1:00 pm 12wks-6m0 Armory Lot
PRIVATE LESSON RATES $100 per hour
Call the Registration Office at (310) 253-6650 for more information
Tai Chi at El Marino
$88 Resident, $98 Non-Resident Quarterly
One of the most artful of the Chinese martial arts, Yang
style Tai Chi Chuan is an excellent exercise for develop-
ing balance and strength, and focusing and calming the
mind. Tai Chi Kung, another exercise, promotes
grounding and endurance. Comfortable clothing and
flat shoes are recommended.
Instructor: Brian Mark
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5421 7/8-9/23 Wed 6:30-8:00 pm Adult El Marino
Tai Chi
$88 Resident, $98 Non-Resident Quarterly
Tai Chi Chuan and Chi Kung are forms of an ancient
Chinese exercise. The movements help to develop and
circulate the “Chi” or life force energy of the body for
radiant health. This graceful and powerful exercise
helps bring about grounding, centering, and relief from
stress. Tai Chi is considered a holistic exercise that
works with the body, the mind, and the spirit.
Instructor: Jennifer Hill
No. Dates Day Time Age Location
5406 7/7-9/22 Tue 6:15-7:30 pm Adult/Beg VMB Garden
5407 7/7-9/22 Tue 7:30-9:00pm Adult/Int VMB Garden
Intro to Fencing
$75 Resident, $85 Non-Resident Qrtrly
Fencing is one of the oldest sports in modern Olympics,
having descended from its use in combat and duels.
Fencing has become a sport for the masses. Level 1
course will introduce you to the basics of fencing, both
in theory and practice. Level 2 course will introduce you
to more advanced fencing techniques and theory and
will equip you with fundamental knowledge needed to
move on to individual lessons and competition. Level 2
requires completion of Level 1 or consent of the instruc-
tor, along with a $25 equipment fee at first class.
Instructor: Coaches from Salle d’Armes Couturier
No. Dates Day Time Age/Level Location
5585 7/9-9/17 Thu 8-10:15 pm Lvl 1/14+ Lindberg Bldg
5586 7/13-9/14 Mon 8-10:15 pm Lvl 2/14+ Lindberg Bldg
Parenting First
$80 Resident, $90 Non-Resident 8 weeks
Parenting First is a professional service that helps expec-
tant parents prepare and organize themselves and their
home before and after delivery. This class is designed
to give basic organizing tips for the first time mom to be.
We accomplish this with our organizing materials such
as checklists for the baby’s nursery, your hospital stay,
and the home-before and after the baby arrives!
Instructor: A. Mack
No. Dates Day Time Age/Level Location
5533 7/11-8/29 Sat 10-10:45 Parents VMB Room A
Yoga
$88 Resident, $98 Non-Resident Quarterly
$64 Resident, $74 Non-Resident 8 weeks
This relaxing Yoga class follows a meditative approach
to help you calm your mind and increase your body
awareness, flexibility, strength and endurance. We move
slowly so all levels are welcome.
Instructor: Phil Henrikson
Note: Please bring your own mat to class. No class on 9/7.
No. Dates Day Time Session Location
5402 7/13-8/31 Mon 7:00-8:30 pm 8 wk/Qtrly VMB Garden
5402 7/13-9/28 Mon 7:00-8:30 pm 8 wk/Qtrly VMB Garden
Jazzercise Continuous
Jazzercise is the original dance exercise program with the
most creative ideas around! Each class features energetic
dance routines, with choreography that's always new and
exciting. Under the direction of a certified instructor, you
will be in shape in no time. Bring a mat to class. Choose
the pass and class that’s best for you.
Instructor: Diane Meehleis
Fees: $79 for 6 week unlimited classes; $50 for 10 classes; $10 for
one class
Instructor: Akiko Miyoshi
Fees: $40 for 8 classes; $24 for 4 classes; $10 for one class
Note: Class passes sold separately for each instructor and are not
transferable between classes taught by different instructors. Class
passes subject to expiration. See instructor for details.
Day Time Instructor Location
Mon 5:45-6:45 pm Meehleis VMB Auditorium
Tue 9:30-10:30 am Akiko VMB Auditorium
Wed 5:45-6:45 pm Meehleis VMB Auditorium
Th 9:30-10:30 am Akiko VMB Auditorium
Sat 8:45-9:45 am Meehleis VMB Auditorium
Jazzercise Circuit Training &
Body Sculpting Continuous
This program features a proven
combination of aerobic exercise
and strength training. The Circuit
workout combines dance fitness
with a bit of Pilates, kickboxing
and a portion of yoga as you
cross train your way to a fit and
fabulous look. The Body
Sculpting workout focuses on
muscle toning featuring a creative
combination of sculpted arms,
tight abs, and firm and shapely legs using weights and
resistance tubes. Unlike other workouts, you’ll want to
stick with this program, it’s fun, always changing, and
it’ll provide all the motivation you need!
Instructor: April Carson
Fees: $86 2 month unlimited pass, 10 classes $50, 8 classes $45,
one day pass $10. For additional fee options and cross-over pass
information, call instructor.
Note: Class passes subject to expiration. Tue/Th Class-Circuit
Training Format. Sat Class-Body Sculpting Format.
Day Time Age Location
Tue/Th 5:45-6:45 pm Adult VMB Auditorium
Sat 10:00-11:00 am Adult VMB Auditorium
EXERCISE, HEALTH, & WELLNESS
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Teen Center
DANCES • SPECIAL EVENTS • SPORTS • YOUTH EMPLOYMENT • CAREER DEVELOPMENT & MORE
Park & Facility Information
Facility Name
1 Armory
10808 Culver Blvd.
2 * Blair Hills Park
5950 Wrightcrest Drive
3 * Blanco Park
5801 Sawtelle Blvd.
(310) 253-6681
4 * Dr. Paul Carlson Park
Braddock Drive at Motor Avenue
5 Culver City High School
4401 Elenda Avenue
6 * Culver City Park (Bill Botts Fields)
Duquesne & Jefferson
7 * Culver West - Alexander Park
4162 Wade Street
(310) 253-6644
8 Ivy Substation & Media Park
Venice Blvd. & Culver Blvd
(310) 253-6642
9 * El Marino Park
5301 Berryman Avenue
(310) 253-6648
10 * Fox Hills Park
Green Valley Circle & Buckingham Pkwy.
11 La Ballona Playground
10915 Washington Blvd.
(310) 877-0586
12 * Lindberg Park
5401 Rhoda Way
13 Linwood E. Howe Playground
4100 Irving Place
14 Paddle Tennis Park
Culver Blvd. & Elenda Avenue
15 * Syd Kronenthal Park
3459 McManus Avenue
(310) 839-0127
16 * Tellefson Park
Washington Place & Tilden Avenue
17 Teen Center
4153 Overland Avenue
(310) 253-6674
17 Municipal Pool
4175 Overland Avenue
(310) 253-6680
17 Senior Center
4095 Overland Avenue
(310) 253-6700
17 Veterans Memorial Building (VMB)
4117 Overland Avenue
(310) 253-6625
17 * Veterans Park
4117 Overland Avenue
* These locations can be reserved.
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Picnic and park areas must be reserved by permit for any group of 10 or more. Picnic fees
are based on a maximum of 4-hours and a maximum number of 25 people except at
Veterans Park. No changes on permits.
Park Building Rentals
You can reserve meeting rooms at Blanco, Culver West, El Marino, Lindberg, and Syd
Kronenthal parks. Building permits must be booked 2 weeks in advance.
Permit Process
Permits can be walked-in or mailed. Applications are available at the Registration Office,
4117 Overland Avenue. Park permits for weekend use must be submitted no later than
the Wednesday prior. To receive non-profit rate, proof of non-profit status in the form of
a 501(C)(3) must be presented at time of reservation. Culver City residents must provide
proof of residency (CDL or utility bill) to receive the resident rate.
Step 1
Fill out park permit application.
Step 2
Pay the fee.
Step 3
Receive your permit.
Refunds/Cancellations
Full refunds given for rain. No refunds for cancellations unless it rains.
Easy as
1, 2, 3!
For more Teen Center information call 253-6675.
The Culver City Teen Center is a drop in program locat-
ed at 4153 Overland Avenue next to the Culver City
Swimming Pool. The Center is open to youth ages 11-
18 that reside in Culver City or attend CCHS or CCMS.
Membership is free.
The Teen Center is closed from June 22-August 28,
2009. We will re-open on September 2, 2009. You
may register your child for the upcoming school year
starting August 4, 2009 at the registration office locat-
ed at 4117 Overland Ave and on-line.
Our mission is to provide positive growth and recre-
ation experiences for youth while collaborating with the
local school district to maintain excellence in their
school work. The Center is a place where youth can
enjoy a safe, friendly, adult-supervised and fun environ-
ment after school. Staff plan events such as sports, arts
& crafts, theme activities, team building, life skills, and
educational activities.
All activities are offered on a first-come-first- served
basis. The Teen Center is open Monday - Friday from
2:00pm- 6:30pm during the CCUSD school year. We
are closed on days school is not is session. We offer
camp programs for teens ages 11-14 during winter,
spring, and summer recesses. Call (310) 253-6675 for
more information.
Youth Making Changes (YMC)
YMC is a leadership group focusing on getting kids
involved in their community. A wide variety of service
projects are planned and implemented by youth in this
group. For more information, call Arames White at
(310) 253-6675.
Youth Employment/
Service Learning Office
Our staff helps student's ages 14-19 years old find
employment. We also offer Job Training Sessions that
help develop skills in interviewing, applications, and job
seeking. We have a variety of work assignments for var-
ious skill levels. Come and see what jobs are available
in and around the Culver City community. This office
can also assist youth in high school that need service
learning hours. Come see Barbara Steinberg. Her office
hours are Monday- Thursday, 3pm-5pm. You can call
her at (310) 253-6670.
TEEN SUPPORT GROUPS & PROGRAMS
DROP-IN ACTIVITIES & FACILITIES
ABOUT THE TEEN CENTER
Game Room
Pool tables, ping pong, air hockey, and arcade games, Wii,
Playstation 2.
Multipurpose Room
Team building games, board games, cooking projects, etc.
Music Room
A dedicated music study room where students can practice for
upcoming performances.
Library
A quiet room with comfortable pillows and cushions where you can
relax and read your favorite book.
Homework Room
The homework room is well equipped with the necessary tools a stu-
dent needs.
Television Room
The television room is used for movie days and other activities.
Computer Lab
The computer lab is equipped with 13 computers with internet access
that allows students to complete homework and school projects,
play computer games, socialize online, and just hang out.
Learn new computer programs.
U.C.L.A Bruin Corps
A tutorial program comprised of students from U.C.L.A
Category Description
Resident
Fee
Non-
Resident
Fee
Veterans Park Maximum 300
Persons
For up to 100 people $55 $160
For each additional group of 25 $20 $50
Non-Profit – flat rate $55 $160
All Other Parks Maximum Persons
Vary by Site
For each group of 25 people $30 $60
Park
Reservation
Permits
(Picnic Areas)
Non-Profit – flat rate $40 $130
Culver West Park, Lindberg Park, and Syd
Kronenthal Park
Room Rental Only $140 $160
Room Rental/Kitchen (cooking) $180 $200
Non-Profit – Flat Fee $100 $160
All Other Park Buildings
Room Rental Only $140 $160
Park Building
Rentals
Note:
City Programs
ALWAYS
Have First
Priority.
Non-Profit – Flat Fee $100 $160
Security Deposit (Buildings only) – Refundable $200
Extended Permit Time – per hour $25
Custodial Fee – per hour $50
The following
fees & charges
may be applied.
Staffing Fee – per hour/per staff $20
Moonbounces are allowed in Culver City Parks by special permit only. No
moonbounces at Lindberg Park. Certificate of Liability Insurance required. Permit
will not be issued until after moonbounce insurance is received. Moonbounce
permit fee: $30.00
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