Lathrop Summer Activity Guide

MAY // JUNE // JULY // AUGUST

SUMMER 2016

ACTIVITY GUIDE CITY OF LATHROP

Be sure to check out the July 1st Fireworks show!

Get your kids involved in one of the Summer Camps!

Join us this summer for one of our Movies in the Park!

We C.A.R.E. Creating Active Recreation Experiences

CITY OF LATHROP INFORMATION City of Lathrop City Hall Business Hours Monday–Thursday | 8:00am–6:00pm Friday | 8:00am–5:00pm Closed Saturday & Sunday City Department Directory Administrative Services Animal Service Building City Attorney City Clerk City Manager Code Enforcement Community Center Community Development Finance Lathrop Police Services Planning Public Works Senior Center Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Dispatch After Hours Public Works Emergency Only

Lathrop Branch Library Info Located inside the Lathrop Generations Center | 450 Spartan Way Branch Hours Monday-Thursday 1–6 PM, Friday & Saturday 12–5 PM, Sunday Closed (209) 941-7350 (209) 941-7240 (209) 941-7270 (209) 941-7235 (209) 941-7230 (209) 941-7220 (209) 941-7280 (209) 941-7370 (209) 941-7260 (209) 941-7320 (209) 858-5551 (209) 941-7290 (209) 941-7430 (209) 941-7380 (209) 468-4400 (209) 992-0028

City of Lathrop Facilities Lathrop City Hall | 390 Towne Center Drive Mon–Thurs 8:00am–6:00pm, Fri 8:00am–5:00pm Lathrop Community Center | 15557 5th St. Mon–Fri 8:00am–6:00pm Lathrop Generations Center | 450 Spartan Way Mon–Fri 8:00am–6:00pm Lathrop Facility Closures All City of Lathrop facilities will be closed on the following dates: Memorial Day: May 30, 2016 Independence Day: July 4, 2016 City Council Mayor Sonny Dhaliwal Vice Mayor Steve Dresser Councilmember Martha Salcedo Councilmember Paul Akinjo Councilmember Mark Elliot

(209) 941-7213 (209) 941-7216 (209) 941 7217 (209) 941-7215 (209) 941-7218

Summer Reading programs | Lathrop Community Center 15557 5th St. “On Your Mark! Get Set! Read!” This special free summer reading program for the whole family will be held at 3:00 PM from June 1–July 20.

Wednesday, June 1 at 3:00 PM: Magic Dan “On Your Mark with Magic” Wednesday, June 8 at 3:00 PM: Tony Borders “Run with the Animals” Wednesday, June 15 at 3:00 PM: Uncle Jer’s Bees “Bee Ready” Wednesday, June 22 at 3:00 PM: Steve Chaney “Get Set with Corny Crow” Wednesday, June 29 at 3:00 PM: Miss Sparkles “Clown Around and Read” Wednesday, July 6 at 3:00 PM: Bonnie Lockhart “Fit to Sing” Wednesday, July 13 at 3:00 PM: Ravioli “Magic Makes us Ready” Wednesday, July 20 at 3:00 PM: Kathleen R. “Bingo Schmingo–Read” Free Preschool Story Times | Lathrop Generations Center 450 Spartan Way Story times are held every Thursday at 1:30 PM in the Lathrop Branch Library. Please join us for free fun-filled Preschool Story times consisting of age appropriate stories and finger plays that will help develop your child’s love of reading.

Thursday, May 05, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Cinco de Mayo/Mothers Thursday, May 12, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Dragons Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Hens Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Frogs Thursday, June 02, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Summer Reading is Here Thursday, June 09, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Penguins Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Fathers Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Bugs Thursday, June 30, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Fourth of July Thursday, July 07, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Cars Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Ducks Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Friendship Thursday, July 28, 2016 at 1:30 PM: End of Summer Thursday, Aug. 04, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Back to School Thursday, Aug. 11, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Horses Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Monsters Thursday, Aug. 25, 2016 at 1:30 PM: Libraries

How to Register for Sports, Classes, Events and more Online: Please visit https//webtrac.ci.lathrop.ca.us In Person: At the Lathrop Community Center, 15557 5th St. or at the Lathrop Generations Center, 450 Spartan Way. Satisfaction Guaranteed If you are not happy with the quality if any of our programs, please contact us right away. We want to resolve your concerns so you can continue; on in some cases you may receive a refund. Refunds will only be issued if you cancel at least 24 hours prior to the beginning of the class. Any other refunds requests will be at the discretion of the Parks and Recreation Director. Please allow four weeks for processing refunds.

Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Pre-registration is required for all programs.

Photographs The City of Lathrop reserves the right to photograph facilities, activities, and program participants for potential future use in advertising brochures, social media, the City of Lathrop website and all other promotional purposes only.

Quarterly Open Forum | June 27 | 3:30–5:30pm | Lathrop Senior Center The Lathrop Parks and Recreation Supervisory Staff will be holding quarterly meetings. If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like to get to know the Parks and Recreation Department better please stop by! This is open to all citizens of the City of Lathrop.

CITY OF LATHROP SPECIAL EVENTS

SUMMER SPECIAL EVENTS INFORMATION Movie in the Park | Location varies The Lathrop Parks and Recreation Department will be offering a movie in the park for teens, and families in Lathrop. The movies and atmosphere will be family friendly and fun. Stop by and watch an outdoor movie, and have some popcorn or a snack.

DATE: Mossdale Park–June 3rd Sangalang Park–June 17th Valverde Park–July 15th Park West–August 5th Generations Center–August 19th TIME: 7:30 pm Mayor’s Art Show and Sale Exhibit | Lathrop City Council Chambers Be part of the Regional Mayor’s Art Show and Sale by viewing the art on display now. Don’t forget to choose your favorite art through the People’s Choice Award. For more information, call 209-941-7372.

START DATE: May 2–May 13, 2016 FREQUENCY: Monday–Friday TIME: 10:00 am–2:00 pm Celebration of Cultural Diversity | Valverde Park This is your chance to learn more about the various cultures that are represented in our city. We will have food and entertainment from around the world, information booths, and activities for all ages.

Admission is free. For more information, call 209-941-7370.

START DATE: May 21, 2016 TIME: 3:00 pm–7:00 pm

Teen Art Show | Lathrop City Council Chambers Lathrop YAC will present the Teen Art Show at Lathrop City Hall May 17th–May 26th, 2016. Artists ages 13–19 are encouraged to submit their work. Art will be on display with awards and financial prizes available. For more information contact Gabe Goulart at 209-941-7372.

START DATE: May 17–May 26, 2016 FREQUENCY: Monday–Friday TIME: Monday & Wednesday 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Friday 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Memorial Day | Valverde Park Memorial Day memorializes, remembers, and honors military personnel who have died in service of the country, particularly those who have died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle. For more information call 209-941-7370.

START DATE: May 30, 2016 TIME: 11:00 am–1:00 pm July First Anniversary Celebration | Lathrop Generations Center The Lathrop Anniversary Celebration event celebrates the City’s incorporation. Citizens of Lathrop will be able to enjoy the celebration with great food, entertainment, and a spectacular fireworks display.

WHEN: July 1, 2016 TIME: 6:00 pm–9:30 pm Lathrop BBQ Festival | Valverde Park It’s BBQ season again, and everyone’s invited to the 8th annual Lathrop BBQ Festival Featuring: BBQ and sauce competitions; a variety of BBQ and desert delights; 50+ retail vendors; Kids Fun Zone; Car Show: and a full day of musical entertainment. For BBQ and Sauce Competitor information, call (209) 941.7370.

WHEN: August 22, 2016 TIME: 2:00 pm–6:00 pm

CITY OF LATHROP YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

2016 Summer Day Camp Boost your child’s summer with an exhilarating week at Camp. Each week will be an electrifying adventure with new themes, games, crafts, field trips, and fun experience for all of our kid’s Kindergarten through Sixth grades.

WEEK June 6–June 10 June 13–June 17 June 20–June 24 June 27–July 1 July 5–July 8 July 11–July 15 July 18–July 22 July 25–July 29

THEME Mad Scientist Junior Chef’s Knights and Princesses Space Tours Olympics Under the Big Top Hawaiian Hullabaloo Animal Planet

FIELD TRIP Pump It Up Bowling River Cats Laser Quest Rockin Jump California State Fair Boomers Zoo

Before and After School Kid Club The Kid Club program offers students Kindergarten through Eighth Grade an exuberant recreation and enrichment experience.

Participants will have opportunity to engage in structured outdoor activities, crafts, games, homework help, and more. Each of our three Lathrop School sites offer before or after school programs on or near campus.

START DATE: August 4, 2016 FREQUENCY: Monday–Friday TIME: 7:00 am to 6:00 pm LOCATION: Joseph Widmer, Mossdale, and Lathrop Community Center*

FEE Before School Kinder Camp After School

2 DAYS A WEEK $32 $56 $56

*Please note: Lathrop Community Center is before school only.

3 DAYS A WEEK $36 $72 $72

4 OR 5 DAYS A WEEK

$40 $100 $100

CITY OF LATHROP SUMMER TEEN Generations Center Opportunity for teens currently enrolled in the 7th-12th grades to hang out with friends during the summer, participate in meaningful structured activities, play video games, and grab a snack.

The Generations Center will host an Art Club, Guitars not Guns, Garden Project, Dance Classes and a drop in lounge with gaming systems, pool table, ping pong, café and more. Membership is free but a completed application is necessary for membership.

CITY OF LATHROP SUMMER CLASSES Piano Lessons | $80 per month | Lathrop Senior Center Ages 6 and up and all skill levels are welcome to participate in this class.

START DATE: Monthly FREQUENCY: Weekly DAY: Sunday or Tuesday TIME: 2:30 pm–7:00 pm, 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

Monday–Friday, 12:00–6:00 pm Saturday, 12:00–5:00 pm Youth Advisory Commission (YAC) | Lathrop Generations Center The YAC advises City Council on the Lathrop Generations Center.

We also need local teens to assist the YAC with teen recreation and leisure programs, and strategies to better involve the teen community in activities and programs. Want to become a YAC Commissioner? For more information please call (209) 941-7372.

FREQUENCY: Once a month and special activities DAY: Tuesdays TIME: 5:00 pm Teen Camp | $60 per week | Lathrop Generations Center Enhance your summer by participating in a teen camp at the Lathrop Generations Center. Want to learn how to cook some delicious treats or perhaps launch a rocket into the atmosphere?

Check out our specialty camps this summer. Teen camps are for Seventh through Ninth graders. For more information call (209) 941-7372.

Step Aerobics | $20 per month | Lathrop Community Center A class designed to give you a complete aerobic workout.

Mats and steps are provided.

START DATE: Monthly FREQUENCY: Twice weekly DAY: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 6:00 pm–7:00 pm

START DATE: June 6–June 13, 2016 FREQUENCY: Monday–Friday TIME: 9:00 am–12:00 pm

WEEK June 13–June 17 June 27–July 1 July 11–July 15

THEME C.S.I. Camp Chef’s Camp Rockets and Robots Camp

Lathrop Generations Center Skate Park The Lathrop Generation skate park is open to the public from dawn to dusk. All safety rules and general park rules must be followed. This is a smoke and alcohol free park.

Get Involved!

We are looking for individuals who want to volunteer and help make a difference in their community. No expertise required!

Interested? Call 209-941-7372 today!

Lathrop Run Class | $35 per month | Sangalang Park The run class is a character-building running program for kids ages 8 to 17.

START DATE: June 1, 2016 FREQUENCY: Three times a week DAY: Monday, Wednesday & Friday TIME: 6:00 pm–7:30 pm

CITY OF LATHROP SUMMER SPORTS

[ YOUTH ] Karate | $40.00 per month | Scott Brooks Gym Our Youth Karate program is designed for boys and girls ages 4-13 years of age, in order to improve concentration and coordination by teaching selfdefense skills.

START DATE: Every Month FREQUENCY: Twice Weekly DAY: Monday and Thursday TIME: 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Summer Pee Wee Basketball | $35 | Scott Brooks Gym This is an instructional league for children 4-7 years old. No scores or standings will be kept. Basic fundamentals of the game will be taught. Registration opens April 11th–May 12th.

START DATE: June 14, 2016 FREQUENCY: Weekly DAY: Tuesday TIME: 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Summer Youth Basketball | $35 | Scott Brooks Gym This competitive co-ed basketball league is designed for 3rd through 8th graders. Each team will be determined by participant age. Registration Opens April 11th–May 12th.

START DATE: June 18, 2016 FREQUENCY: Weekly DAY: Saturday TIME: 10:00 am–5:00 pm Challenger Mini Soccer Camp | Park West Park Over five days children ages 4-6 years old will participate in fun games, competitions and skill-building activities designed to enlighten and develop budding players. You can only register online for this class at www.challengersports.com.

START DATE: June 6, 2016 FREQUENCY: Daily-5 day camp DAY: Monday–Friday TIME: 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Challenger Half Day Soccer Camp | Park West Park Children ages 6-12 years old will learn the mastery of core soccer techniques with an emphasis placed on skill development. You can only register online for this class at www.challengersports.com.

START DATE: June 6, 2016 FREQUENCY: Daily-5 day camp DAY: Monday–Friday TIME: 6:00 pm–8:00 pm

Pee Wee T-Ball | $35 | Valverde Park This is an instructional league for children 4-7 years old. No scores or standings will be kept. Basic fundamentals of the game will be taught.

Registration Open April 11th–May 19th START DATE: June 13, 2016 FREQUENCY: Twice Weekly DAY: Monday and Wednesday TIME: 5:30 pm–6:30 pm Start Smart Baseball | $36.00 | Valverde Park This is a parent – child participation program for young children, ages 3-5.

This program teaches children the necessary skills to prepare them for Tee Ball. Registration open April 11th–May 19th.

START DATE: June 15, 2016 FREQUENCY: Weekly DAY: Wednesdays TIME: 5:30 pm–6:15 pm Kings NEXT Basketball Clinic | Scott Brooks Gym Learn from the best basketball trainers at the Kings NEXT Clinic.

Register your 6-14 year old today at www.kingsnext.com.

DATE: June 30, 2016 DAY: Thursday TIME: 9:00 am–12:00 pm FEE: $75.00 (includes a clinic ticket, Kings t-shirt, sticker, participation certificate and exclusive offers for Kings Products.)

[ ADULT ] Karate | $40 per month | Scott Brooks Gym Our Adult Karate program is designed for ages 10 and up, in order to improve concentration and coordination by teaching self-defense skills.

START DATE: Every Month FREQUENCY: Twice Weekly DAY: Monday and Thursday TIME: 6 pm–7 pm Men’s Adult Basketball League | Scott Brooks Gym This competitive league is designed for ages 16 and up. Get your friends and coworkers together and come play in a fun and officiated environment.

START DATE: June 15, 2016 FREQUENCY: Weekly DAY: Wednesday or Sunday TIME: 7:00pm-10:00pm & 4:00pm–7:00pm Open Gym | Scott Brooks Gymnasium DATES: May: Monday thru Friday 9:00 am–12:00 pm & 3:00 pm–4:00pm, May 27th–August 3rd 9:00 am–12:00 pm, August 4th–August 31st 9:00 am–12:00 pm & 3:00 pm–4:00 pm. No Open Gym on May 30th, June 30th, July 4th.

CITY OF LATHROP SENIOR CENTER Country Breakfast | $5 per Person | Lathrop Senior Center Senior Center offers a delicious country breakfast for seniors age 50 and over. Join us for a delicious hot meal served with orange juice and coffee. Menu changes each month.

START DATE: May 6, 2016 FREQUENCY: Monthly DAY: First Friday TIME: 9:00 am–11:00 pm Senior Lunch Program | $2 per Person | Lathrop Senior Center Nutritious lunch is served daily at the Lathrop Senior Center. Lunch is for seniors 60 and over. You must sign up at least 24 hours in advance by coming in or calling the Senior Center by noon at (209) 941-7380.

START DATE: May 2, 2016 FREQUENCY: Daily DAY: Monday–Friday TIME: 11:30 am Senior Brown Bag | $12 per year | Lathrop Senior Center Brown Bag is a food distribution program for seniors 60 years and older. There are some income restrictions and participants may sign-up at the senior center the day of the distribution.

START DATE: May 10, 2016 FREQUENCY: Monthly DAY: Second and Fourth Tuesday TIME: 9:00 am–11:00 am Commodities | Free | Lathrop Senior Center Food products will be given to those who self-certify that they are residents of Lathrop or French Camp and whose household income is within the program guidelines.

Participants are encouraged to bring a grocery bag to help with the distribution.

START DATE: May 19, 2016 FREQUENCY: Monthly DAY: Third Thursday TIME: 9:00 am–11:00 am Bingo | Free | Lathrop Senior Center Join us for lots of fun, food, and prizes! This program is open to all adults age 50 and up.

START DATE: May 2, 2016 FREQUENCY: Weekly DAY: Monday TIME: 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Embroidery Class | $3 per class | Lathrop Senior Center Please join us at our Embroidery Class which will consist of needle work, cross stitching, and embroidery. We will be working with different threads, fabrics and embroidery tools.

START DATE: May 2, 2016 FREQUENCY: Weekly DAY: Monday TIME: 10:00 am Ceramic Class | $3 per class | Lathrop Senior Center Let your artistic talent show! Join us in an afternoon of painting ceramics. Afterward you may take home and share with family or friends.

START DATE: May 3, 2016 FREQUENCY: Weekly DAY: Tuesday TIME: 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

Crochet Class | Free | Lathrop Senior Center Come join a group of seniors who love to crochet and learn from other class members.

Bring your own supplies and learn a new pattern along the way.

START DATE: May 5, 2016 FREQUENCY: Weekly DAY: Thursday TIME: 1:00 pm Exploring Line Dancing | Free | Lathrop Senior Center This class will teach you the basic steps you can use next time you go dancing to your favorite local Country band. Line dancing is also a great form of exercise and a great way to meet new people and have fun. Come join us just for kicks and give it a try!

START DATE: May 3, 2016 FREQUENCY: Weekly DAY: Tuesday TIME: 1:00pm–3:00pm Seniors Stride & Stroll | Free | Lathrop Senior Center Let’s take a stroll around Valverde Park. We want to encourage everyone to stay healthy and keep moving. Our motto is “Doing something is better than nothing”. Let’s get moving!

START DATE: May 2, 2016 FREQUENCY: Weekly DAY: Monday, Wednesday, Friday TIME: 9:30 am BUNCO for Pride & Prize | Free | Lathrop Senior Center Bunco Anyone? Yes… For all who love this game that’s filled with fun and excitement, come and join us on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Prize for the top winner on Thursday’s.

START DATE: May 3, 2016 FREQUENCY: Weekly DAY: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 2:00 pm Honoring Mothers and Fathers | Free | Lathrop Senior Center Let us show you how much we appreciate you being our Mom and Dad by honoring you, Mother’s and Father’s. We will have special luncheons full of good food and fun! It’s all about you!

START DATE: Mother’s Day: May 5, 2016, Father’s Day: June 17, 2016 DAY: Mother’s Day-Thursday, Father’s Day-Friday TIME: 1:00 pm Ice Cream Social | Free | Lathrop Senior Center Come one Come All, we are having an Ice Cream Social. Come and enjoy laughter, socializing, and music. This afternoon is for our young seniors 50 years and older.

Sign up at the center or call 209-941-7380.

START DATE: May 20, 2016 FREQUENCY: Monthly DAY: Third Friday TIME: 1:00 pm

CITY OF LATHROP PARKS & RECREATION 390 Towne Center Drive Lathrop, CA 95330

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City of Lathrop Parks Guide Park Name

Location

Apolinar Sangalang Park

13470 Slate Street

15980 Crescent Park Crescent Park Circle Lathrop 450 Spartan Generations Way Center Lathrop Skate 7th Street and Park K Street Libby Park

575 Libby Lane

Michael Vega Park

980 Lakeside Drive

Milestone Park

630 Milestone Drive

Mossdale Commons Mossdale Landing Community Park

740 Green Plaza 700 Towne Center Drive

16130 Shelteed Cove Circle River Park 16001 South North Lathrop Road River Park 17801 Inland South Passage Way 16700 English The Green Country Trail 435 Thomsen Thomsen Park Road 15557 5th Valverde Park Street Woodfield 801 Lathrop Park Road Park West

Play Structure

Picnic Tables

Basketball Courts

Baseball Diamond

Restrooms

Barbecues

Dog Park

Tennis Courts

Skate Park

Amphatheater

Splash Park

Open Space

Available for Rental