Job Fair and Teen Volunteering event offer options
Events on Friday, May 18, Thursday, May 24 and Friday, June 1
Young job seekers are invited to three individual events happening in May and June: "Finding That Job," the annual Lakewood Youth Job Fair and a Teen Volunteering workshop. The three programs are intended to help Lakewood's teens prepare for the job market, help them meet employers or find volunteer opportunities.
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Family Camp ‘under the stars’ at Monte Verde Park
Saturday, May 19, 1:00 p.m. to Sunday, May 20, 12 noon
Families can spend a night out “under the stars” at Monte Verde Park at the Family Camp overnighter event on Saturday, May 19, 1:00 p.m. to Sunday, May 20, 12 noon
Activities include games, crafts, nature walks, a marshmallow roast and singing around the campfire. Camp guides will help families set up 'camp' and help children enjoy the experience.
All meals and snacks are prepared so parents can sit back, relax and enjoy nature – for parents and children ages 3–11. Registration fee is $17 per couple ($8 for each additional person). A materials fee of $16 per couple for meals ($8 for additional person) is payable to the instructor at camp.
To register, call 562-866-9771, extension 2408 or go to www.lakewoodcity.org/eCatalog.
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Free shredding event hosted by LASD
Saturday, May 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is inviting residents to a free “Community Shred-it” document shredding event on Saturday, May 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Los Cerritos Center. Activities will be in the parking lot south of Allen Tire.
The event is the result of a partnership between the department’s Identity Theft Task Force and the mobile document shredding company “Shred-it.” Its goal is to thwart identity thieves by offering law-abiding residents a free way to dispose of sensitive documents. Advisors will be on hand with tips on how to prevent ID theft.
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Participate in Relay for Life opening ceremonies
Saturday, May 19, at 9:00 a.m.
All cancer survivors and those battling cancer are invited o attend the opening ceremony and walk in the opening “Survivor's Lap” at the Relay for Life event coming soon to Artesia High School. The program begins at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 19.
Registered survivors and fighters receive a special event t-shirt and enjoy refreshments in the Survivor’s Tent. Registration is available online.
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Volunteer coaches are needed as summer sports near
Lakewood Youth Sports (LYS) kids are about to hit the baselines and new volunteer coaches are needed to help keep alive a tradition dating back to 1957. Volunteers were instrumental in making early Lakewood's parks programs a reality. Information about LYS and other youth programs is found in the city's recreation catalog and online at www.lakewoodcity.org/volunteering.
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Free 'Smart' and 'Eco' gardening programs help homeowners
Programs are ongoing in Lakewood and wider region
Two free educational programs can help would-be “green thumbs” make water-wise plans. The county offers dozens of free “Smart Gardening” workshops on ways to get a great looking yard while using less water and energy and wasting fewer resources. See www.lakewoodcity.org/smartgardener.
Close to home, the Lakewood-based Water Replenishment District (WRD) offers several free water-wise “Eco-gardener” classes to help residents save water and improve their gardens. Students will become familiar with irrigation basics, best horticultural practices, drought tolerant native plants and garden design concepts. See http://www.ecogardener.org/, or call 562-275-4234, or e-mail Pam Wareham at mpwareham@wrd.org.
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Register for AQMD mower program continues
Various events held through July, RSVP now
Signups for the AQMD mower exchange program are ongoing and Lakewood residents can register to trade in their polluting, gas-powered lawn mower for a new cordless, rechargeable mower at a significant price break. Once registered, they can RSVP to attend one of several trade-in events to be scheduled this summer.
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Summer aquatics programs beginning in May
Programs begin as early as May 26
Summer is on the horizon and Lakewood’s aquatics staff and maintenance team are readying facilities. Pre-summer swim and water aerobics programs begin as early as May 26. Online swim lesson priority registration for residents began yesterday. Non-resident registration began May 15 at 7:00 p.m. Participants can continue to sign up at www.lakewoodcity.org/eCatalog
City of Lakewood operates two public swimming pools and six wading pools throughout the summer season. Each swimming pool offers a variety of swim instruction programs and recreational swim opportunities. Please refer to our summer catalog for water fitness classes and special pool events.
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Lakewood remembers on Memorial Day
Monday, May 28 at 11:00 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial at Del Valle Park
Lakewood residents are invited to join in the city’s annual Memorial Day tribute to the men and women who have sacrificed their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces, as well as members of our local veterans’ organizations who have died during the past year.
The Memorial Day Ceremony begins at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 28 at the Veterans Memorial at Del Valle Park, adjacent to the airplane. The park is located on Woodruff Avenue, between Henrilee Street and Arbor Road. Click for map to Del Valle Park.
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Family fun with ‘Finally it’s Friday’; new recreation catalog
End of May
The new Summer Recreation Catalog will be arriving in Lakewood homes later this month. It offers many fun and fitness opportunities along with special events such as, Concerts in the Park, the Civic Center Block Party, aquatics program and the Finally it’s Friday programs.
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CHP's Start Smart program returns to Lakewood
Tuesday June 5, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The California Highway Patrol's free Start Smart driver safety program for teen drivers will be held twice at the Sheriff’s Community Safety Center in the mall. The next class is on Tuesday June 5 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Click for the eCatalog signups.
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Senior Health Fair coming to Weingart Senior Center
Friday, June 8, from 10 a.m. to noon
Lakewood's Senior Health Fair will be held Friday, June 8, from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Weingart Senior Center. Health related information and free screenings will be available throughout the morning. The event is free and open to the public. Call the senior center, 5220 Oliva Avenue, at 562-630-6141 for additional information after May 29.
Lunch is available for those 60+ and will be provided by Human Services Association at the usual donation of $2.25. Those under the age of 60 are welcome to eat at a cost of $4.50. For a lunch reservation, call 562-630-6210 after June 4.
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Bow Wow and Meow Days
Wednesday, June 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, July 21, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Convenient pet licensing and care for Lakewood pets returns with this year’s pair of Bow Wow and Meow Day events. They’re coming Wednesday, June 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, July 21, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The events will be held at northeast corner lot at Clark Avenue and Del Amo Boulevard near the Lakewood Civic Center.
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Concerts in the Park return June 21
Thursdays from June 21 to August 9
The Lakewood community's extremely popular summer concert series runs for eight Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m. from June 21 to August 9. The concerts feature a changing variety of music styles. All provide residents a relaxing evening of family fun in the grove at Del Valle Park at the intersection of Woodruff Avenue and Arbor Road.
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Safety Expo & LYS opening day help kick off summer
Saturday, June 23 at Mayfair Park
Summer fun and safety are the focus of two free events on Saturday, June 23 at Mayfair Park. Opening day ceremonies for Lakewood Youth Sports and the annual Lakewood Public Safety and Bike Safety Expo will be held together. They include fun activities for the whole family.
LYS opening day ceremonies start at 10:00 a.m. at the Mayfair Park softball field. At 10:30 a.m., players are free to enjoy a range of carnival games and activities including bouncers, a DJ and a rock climbing wall. The annual Lakewood Public Safety and Bike Expo also starts at 10:30 a.m. with the return of the famous BMX stunt bike team who will demonstrate trick stunt bike moves and high-flying maneuvers with a show at 11:15 a.m. and again at 1:00 p.m.
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Lakewood Chamber Summer Stampede Car Show
Sunday, August 19, at Mayfair Park, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The Summer Stampede event at Mayfair Park is free and attracts thousands of attendees. It features hundreds of classic cars, food booths, contests, games, live music and drawings for cash and prizes. Award winning opportunities are available for all pre-1975 custom cars, street rods and restored classic car entries.
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