Summer City Spotlight

Movie Night Under the Stars featuring “Minions: The Rise of Gru”

Bring the entire family out to Palms Park, 12305 207th St., and enjoy an evening of free family fun and movie entertainment featuring “Minions: The Rise of Gru” (rated PG) on Friday, July 14. Event area opens at 7 p.m. with the feature beginning at 8:15 p.m. Bring your lawn chair and blanket. More information can be found at www.lakewoodcity.org/playatpalms or by calling 562-8669771, ext. 2408. Sorry, no pets or alcohol allowed at the park.

Movie Night Under the Stars featuring “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish”

Bring the entire family out to Biscailuz Park, 2601 Dollar St., and enjoy an evening of free family fun and movie entertainment featuring “Puss In Boots: The Last Wish” (Rated PG) on Friday, July 21. Event area opensat7p.m.withthefeaturebegin ningat8:15p.m.Bringyourlawnc hairandblanket. Pre-registration is not required. More information can be found at www.lakewoodcity.org/playatpalms or by calling 562- 866-9771, ext. 2408. Sorry, no pets or alcohol allowed at the park.

Family Scavenger Hunt

Bring the whole family to compete in an evening of fun at Lakewood Center on Friday, July 28 from 6-8:30 p.m. Teams will be immersed in a race against other teams as you answer Lakewood trivia questions, locate secret destinations within the mall, and compete in fun, family activities.

Whether you are in it to win it or just playing for a few hours of family fun, this scavenger hunt is sure to be an unforgettable experience for your whole squad. Participants may compete in teams of 2-6 players and must have access to a mobile phone with Wi-Fi or cellular data. Register at www.lakewoodcity.org/ ecatalog using activity #25449.

Tot Lot Registration

Tot Lot is a parent cooperative program for 2-5 year olds and takes place during the school year. Registration for the program will be held on Friday, July 28 and again on Friday, August 4, between 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. at Del Valle and Mayfair Parks. Tot Lots meet Monday - Friday, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the fenced, preschool play area of the two parks.

Parents are responsible for each Tot Lot's operation, and members select activities and excursions.

Up-to-date immunization cards, including mandatory TB tests (for adults) and proof of age, are required at the time of registration. The registration fee is $60 for residents and $70 for non-residents. Members may register an additional child for $40. Insurance is $10 per person and is required for each participating child and volunteer worker. For more information, call 562-866-

9771, ext. 2408

Parent Night Out, Kids Night In

On Friday, Aug. 4, parents get a much-needed break with Parents Night Out, Kids Night In. Bring the kids to the Lakewood Youth Center from 6 to 10 p.m. and the highly qualified Youth Center staff will supervise your children while parents enjoy a night off. Kids will enjoy pizza, snacks, games and more! Pre- registration is required and the cost is $5 per child. For ages 3 and older (children must be potty trained). Go to www.lakewoodcity.org/ecatalog to register using class #25450.

Lollipop Lane applications available in July

Craft vendors interested in selling at the 30th annual Lollipop Lane Craft Boutique on Oct. 21 can print an application and instructions at www.lakewoodcity. org/LollipopLane starting in July. For more information or to have an application mailed to you, call 562-866-9771, ext. 2408.

Family Camp Parents and children can enjoy an outdoor experience together and spend a night out under the stars at Monte Verde Park July

15 and 16. Activities include games, crafts, nature walks, roasting marshmallows and singing around the campfire. Camp guides will be in attendance to assist with camp set up, meals and snacks, so parents can sit back, relax and enjoy nature. The cost of this fun family outing is $10 per person. In addition, a $15 per person materials fee for meals is due to the instructor at camp. Camp begins on Saturday, July 15 at 1 p.m. and ends at noon on Sunday, July 16. The supply list is available online at the Family Camp registration page. Register at www.lakewoodcity.org/eCatalog using activity #25055 or call 562-866-9771 ext. 2408 for more information.

Youth Sports sign-ups at all city parks

The award-winning Lakewood Youth Sports (LYS) program is offering Flag Football and Volleyball/Volleytennis this fall. Online registration will take place Aug. 5-19 at www.lakewoodcity. org/ecatalog. Simply click on the “activities” tab, then follow the link for “sports league.” Players must bring a birth certificate prior to their first practice. There is no fee for Lakewood residents. Nonresident registrations include a $20 registration fee.

The Flag Football program will offer three divisions. The Competitive Division is for youth ages 8-17. The Rookie Division, for ages 4-5, offers boys and girls a fun introduction to flag football fundamentals using a Nerf football and modified rules for fun with minimal competition. The Smurf Division, for ages 6- 7, offers boys and girls a noncompetitive league that will help transition from Smurf to competitive play.

The Volleytennis program is a fast-moving game played like volleyball with a modified format, and will be offered for ages 8-9. Volleyball will be offered for participants ages 1017. Players will be assigned to park teams for league play and city championships.

Teams will practice and play on weekday evenings and Saturday mornings. Practices can begin the week of Sept. 5, while league games will be played Sept. 23-Nov. 11. Playoffs will conclude by Nov. 18.

Adult Softball and Volleytennis

Registration for Lakewood’s Adult Softball and Volleytennis fall league will take place Aug. 7-25. Softball leagues are offered on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings, and on Sunday mornings and afternoons. Volleytennis plays Monday evenings. All ability levels are encouraged. Team registration is available online at www. lakewoodcity.org/ecatalog, under activities-sports league. Registration packets including fees and further information are available now at www.lakewoodcity.org/sports or by calling 562- 866-9771, ext. 2408.

Keep cool in a pool this summer

The Lakewood Pan American AAs the summer heats up, a Lakewood city pool is the place to be for fun, swimming and exercise. Get all the details at www.lakewoodcity.org/ swim and sign up for classes and activities at www. lakewoodcity.org/ecatalog. For complete information, please call 562-866-9771, ext. 2408. And this summer, McCormick Pool in Bolivar Park is once again fully staffed and operated by the city.

Recreation Swim: Summer open recreation swim continues at Mayfair and McCormick pools daily through Aug. 27 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Resident fees are $1 for children and $1.50 for adults (age 18+). Non-resident fees are $2 for children and $3 for adults (age 18+).

Adult Lap Swimming: Lap swimming is available for ages 16 and over at both pools. It’s a great way to get aerobic exercise. $2 a session for residents; $3 for non-residents. Available times are at www.lakewoodcity.org/swim.

Lessons: Summer swim lessons continue through August. Session 3 runs July 17-28, Session 4 is July 31- Aug. 11, and Session 5 is Aug. 14-25. Group lessons are also available on Saturdays at McCormick Pool.

Aqua Zumba and Water

Aerobics: Aqua Zumba is offered Mondays from July 31 to Aug. 28 and Wednesdays from Aug. 2 to 30 from 6:40 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at McCormick Pool. Register at www.lakewoodcity.org/ecatalog using activity #25002 (Mondays) or #25003 (Wednesdays).

Wading Pool: The Mayfair Park wading pool for ages 3 to 7 will be open daily through Aug. 27 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The wading pool at Palms Park is ADA accessible and is also open daily. San Martin Park and Del Valle Park are open Mon./ Wed./Fri./Sat./Sun. Boyar Park and Bloomfield Park are open Tues./Thurs./Sat./ Sun. Wading Pools at Del Valle, Mayfair, Palms and San Martin Parks are also open Wednesday evenings from 5-7:30 p.m. through Aug. 23.

Family Swim Nights: Themed Family Swim Nights are offered at alternating pools every Friday evening through Aug. 25 from 6:45 to 8:15 p.m. Admission is $3 per Lakewood resident and $5 per non-resident. Must show valid adult ID.

Go to www.lakewoodcity.org/ aquatics for more information on the swim program and the current summer aquatics schedule. For complete information, please call 562-866-9771, ext. 2408.