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VFW Veterans Park 108 Pebbly Beach Road

Memorial Brick Dedication Area

Bench Seating

City Park 701 Crescent Avenue Children’s Play Structure Picnic & BBQ Grills

Knabe Park 101 Pebbly Beach Road Children’s Play Structure Basketball Court Sand Volleyball Court Swings Picnic & BBQ Grills

Avalon City Hall 410 Avalon Canyon Road

Avalon Skate Park 436 Avalon Canyon Road Skate Ramps & Obstacles Bench Seating

Kid’s Park 410 Avalon Canyon Road Children’s Play Structure Outdoor Fitness Equipment Picnic Area Restrooms

Joe Machado Field 1000 Avalon Canyon Road Multi-Sports Field Outdoor Fitness Equipment Virgie’s Snack Bar Restrooms

Tremont Hall 201 Tremont Street Multi Purpose Room Kitchen Restrooms Rentable Space

Singing Waters Christian Center 346 Catalina Avenue SR. Meals Program Beacon Hill Senior Center 309 Beacon Street Senior Fitness Class

Avalon Teen Center Community Church 236 Metropole Avenue Beacon Street Entrance

Casino Point Dive Park 3 Casino Way Protected Dive/Swim Area Portable Restrooms

Facilities Map

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WHAT’S INSIDE: FOLLOW US ONLINE

/CITY OF AVALON

YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAMS

ADULT & SENIOR ACTIVITIES

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

SPRING/ SUMMER 2017

AVALONAVALONAVALON COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

ACTIVITY GUIDE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

YOUTH & ADULT SPORTS 3

YOUTH & FAMILY ACTIVITIES 4

COMMUNITY CALENDAR 5

REGISTRATION FORM 6

SENIOR PROGRAMS 7

TEEN PROGRAMS & MORE 8

FITNESS 9

FACILITIES MAP 10

COMMUNITY

SERVICES

DEPARTMENT

410 Avalon Canyon Road | PO Box 707 |

Avalon, CA. 90704 (310) 510-0220

Monday through Friday | 8:00 am ‐ 5:00pm

CITY COUNCIL Ann H. Marshall, Mayor

W.F. “Oley” Olsen, Mayor Pro Tem

Richard Hernandez, Councilmember

Cinde MacGugan‐Cassidy, Councilmember

Joseph Sampson, Councilmember

City Council meetings are held the first and third Tuesdays

of month, 6:00pm, City Council Chambers.

PLANNING COMMISSION Chuck Martin, Chairman

Yolanda Montano, Vice Chairman

Bruce Fertig, Commissioner

Bart Glass, Commissioner

Eric Huart, Commissioner

Sandra Putnam, Commisioner

Tim Tyler, Commisioner

Planning Commission meetings are held the Wednesday

following the second City Council meeting of month,

6:00pm, City Council Chambers.

With spring in the air and the summer right behind it, I am looking forward to completing my first full year on Catalina Island and par‐taking in all four of the seasons Catalina has to offer. The rain was very welcome but I can’t wait for those sunny “Chamber of Com‐merce” days on the island! My goal in taking the position of the Community Services Director was to provide the residents of Avalon, along with the visitors, more recreational opportunities on the island. I think we have come a long way with the completion of the Joe Machado Syn‐thetic Turf Project, the upgrades to Knabe Park (formerly known as Mole Park) and the addition of the Avalon Fitness Trail at both Kid’s Park and JMF. As the Community Services Department, we still have other plans in the way of enhancements to those facilities along with the rest of the facilities owned and/or operated by the City of Avalon. Our Spring/Summer Brochure will guide you to other recreational outlets for both children and adults. Plans are to continue to gath‐er feedback from the community in the way of programs and facili‐ty enhancements and work with our very supportive City Council to bring those to fruition. For upcoming new programs for this spring and summer be on the lookout as follows:

Friday Night Lights at Joe Machado Field (Open field play)

Tumbling and Cheerleading with Coach Katelyn

High School and Adult Catalina Outrigger Canoe Club (COCC)

Expansion of the Teen Club Programming

Expansion of the “Prime Timers” (Senior) Programming

Kid’s Day In The Bay Event – June 3rd

New Activities Planned for our Annual July 4th Celebration

Youth Beach Volleyball & Basketball 3 on 3 Program

Youth Swim Team Program

First Sundays in the Park w/ Sean Brannock And staff is still “brainstorming” ideas to go along with the “oldies but goodies” like Beach Bingo, the Movie Nights by CHOICES and the weekly Fishing Derby over the course of the summer. We continue to be interested in things that may appeal to you so please let us know what you think? I can be reached by email at dhuncke@cityofavalon.com or by phone at (310)510-0220 ext. 230. Wishing you and your family good health, Dan Huncke

LETTER FROM THE COMMUNITY SERVICE DIRECTOR

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WATER POLO IN THE BAY Get a group of friends together for water polo!

Water polo court will be available mid May thru mid October.

Meet from 5:30-7:00 pm for pick up games on Weds, starting June 14th.

Balls available for “check-out” with Island Rentals, directly across from the courts at Knabe Park, $2 and need to leave ID for deposit!.

CATALINA SWIM CLUB Open Water Swimming

Monday-Friday 7:15 AM

Saturday & Sunday 7:30 AM

Meet at Casino Point YEAR-ROUND!

Intermediate to Advanced Swimmers Welcome!

Contact Coach Canby with questions: (310)809-0661

CATALINA CANOE OUTRIGGER CLUB Interested in becoming part of the Catalina Outrigger‐Canoe Club in Avalon? Looking for both dedicated paddlers to compete in the upcoming summer 6-person canoe racing season as well as those that are interested but for a personal fitness program. High school and adult paddlers welcome of all levels! Program will officially start in mid-April with paddling times and days to TBD. If interested, please email Dan Huncke at dhuncke@cityofavalon.com to get on the email list for upcoming information.

YOUTH SWIM TEAM IN THE BAY Calling all swimmers for this swim team opportunity. Use it as an opportunity to get ready for Jr. Guards this summer and then to keep the swimming going after the JG program ends. Participants must pass a swim test that will consist of swimming to the swim line and back. Swim test will be offered Friday, June 2nd and June 3rd from 3:30 – 4:30pm on South Beach. Dates: Thursdays 6/8 - 6/22 & 8/3 – 8/24 Ages/Times: 8 – 11years 3:30-4:15pm 12 – 17 years 4:15-5:15pm Fee: $15.00

Fitness

AVALON CANYON FIT TRAIL Start at Avalon Kid’s Park for outdoor strength and conditioning on our NEWLY installed Greenfield’s out‐door fitness equipment. There you’ll find 8 pieces of cardio equipment and 9 pieces of resistance equipment, for a full body workout. If you’re looking for a little more then jog on up to Joe Machado Field and continue the workout on an 8 sta‐tion linear fitness piece.

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KIDS @ PLAY KAMP Session 1

July 17-July 28

(excluding weekends)

Session 2

August 14-25

(excluding weekends)

Students 7 yrs.— entering 5th Grade

Students entering 6th Grade & Older

THE CLASSES INCLUDE:

MASK MOVEMENT & MIME

DANCE & MUSICAL THEATER

IMPROV & THEATER GAMES

STAGE COMBAT

COSTUMING AND PROPS

$200– Class size is limited

Early Registration $25 off– if registered by June 1, 2017

Instructor: “Mr. Sean” Brannock

FISHING DERBY (Weekly) BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

Wednesdays 7 AM – 9 AM

Held every Wednesday starting June 21—August 30th

Ages 3 – 16 years

Prizes for: most fish, biggest fish and oddest fish

Free for all!!!

Purchase or Rent Equipment & Bait from Joes Rent a

AVALON TEEN CENTER Bring your friends and join this action-packed program at the Teen Center.

Activities will be both at The Center and based through‐out the community.

Games , socializing with friends or just “chillin”.

Instructor: Matthew Quezada

Check it out, it is going to be better than ever! Free and open to Middle & High School students.

Days: Wednesdays 6:00—9:00pm

Fridays & Saturdays 6:00—10:00pm

Location: Avalon Community Church, Teen Center

BEACH BINGO Always a summer favorite and back again this year! Join us on South Beach Tuesday and Thursdays from 6:00-7:00pm for Beach Bingo. Bingo cards are $1.00 each with lots of great prizes. . Starts June 20th and runs thru August 31st.

MOVIES ON THE BEACH CHOICES will be providing once again a Movies on the Beach Series. Join them on South Beach from 7pm to 10pm, movies start at dusk. Movies: To Be Determined Dates : To Be Determined Popcorn and snacks will be provided for a fee to help support the program.

Teens and More...

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OPEN GYM @ AVALON HIGH SCHOOL Join us for open gym at the AHS Gymnasium.

Participation is free and very special THANK YOU to the school district for their support. Starts Saturday, April 8th.

Saturdays: Volleyball 3:00 — 4:30

Basketball 4:30 — 6:00

SPRING BASKETBALL MEN’S LEAGUE Spring basketball league starts Monday, May 8th.

Register by May 1st as space is limited and the draft can be completed.

Days: Mondays & Wednesdays 6:30—9:30

Location: AHS Gymnasium

Fee: $30.00

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS @ JOE MACHADO FIELD Bring the family or your friends for Friday Night Lights at JMF. Field will be open and equipment will be available for pick-up games or just hanging out at the field. Starts April 21st from 6:00 – 9:00pm. Spring Break the field will be open Monday and Wednesday from 10:00 – 3:00pm, April 17th & 19th. Starting in July, hours move to Saturday nights

YOUTH BEACH VOLLYBALL LEAGUE Coaches will take you through the fundamentals of volleyball and then prepare you for league play. The program will meet on the sand court at Knabe Park on Friday starting 3:00 and going thru till 6:00pm. Space is limited, must register in advance. Ages: 10+up Fee: $10.00 Dates: June 23—August 25, meets on Fridays.

YOUTH SUMMER BASKET-BALL LEAGUE 3 ON 3 Got game! Join us this summer for an eight week league, played Saturdays & Sundays at 5pm at Knabe Park Basketball Court. Players must be 10-14 age or older to enter. Teams will be drafted and space is limited. Register with the City of Avalon to reserve your spot. Fee: $10.00 Dates: June 18—August 5, meets on Sundays.

AVALON YOUTH GIRLS FAST PITCH SOFTBALL

You’re invited to join us on June 24th, July 1st and July 8th for City of Avalon Fast-Pitch Softball evaluations. Evaluation location will be Joe Ma‐chado Field. We will field two (2) to four (4) teams. Players must be 4th– 8th grade to enter. Teams will be drafted and space is limited. Register with the City of Avalon to reserve your spot.

YOUTH SQUIRTS, T-BALL, SLUGGERS LEAGUE Come out and learn the game of baseball in a non-competitive atmosphere. Boys and girls 3 1/2 - 8 years can join. This program is an introduction to baseball. All players are winners! All of our coaches are volunteers, if you want to coach give us a call. Players receive a t-shirt. TEAM PICTURES NOT IN‐CLUDED WITH REGISTRATION FEES. Registration for the 2017 season will begin in April 2017. Register with the City of Avalon to reserve your spot. Starting June 19th —July 31st Fee: $30.00 SQUIRTS T-BALL Mini T-Ball Building Fundamentals Boys & Girls Boys Ages 5 thru grade 1 Ages 31/2 thru 5 years Girls Ages 5 thru grade 2

SLUGGERS

Parent/Machine Pitch

Boys 2nd & 3rd Grades

Girls 3rd & 4th Grades

Youth and Adult Sports

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SPRING FEST Join us this spring for our annual Spring Fest. We will have a variety of different food & game booths.

Date: Thursday April 13, 2017

Time 5pm—9pm

Location: Front Street on Crescent Ave.

Food!! Games!!! Live Music!!!!!

TUMBLING W/KATELYN Our tumbling programs offer low ratio and fun cur‐riculum! Join us for classes that offer a wide variety of skills. Classes are tailored to fit each student’s needs. Take pride in knowing your little one is per‐fecting their motor skills while enjoying class! Our older classes teach the skill that is needed for high‐er level cheerleading, gymnastics and dance oppor‐tunities! Whether this is your very first time, or you’ve done this before, we have a place for you to grow. Classes will meet on the same day and time for 8 weeks.

Students will warm up and work on basic strength and conditioning and tumbling skills with spotted assistance. Begins on April 7th—May 26th.

CHEERLEADING W/KATELYN

Ages Time Price 3-5yrs (8 Spots) 2:00 - 2:45PM $60.00

6-9yrs (10 Spots) 3:00 - 4:00PM $65.00

9+ yrs (10 Spots) 4:15 - 5:15PM $65.00

Have you ever wanted to Jump, Stunt and Tumble!?

Cheerleading 101 class will teach all the core skills of

cheerleading! Join us for a class that is packed full of

cheer. You will be working on Motions, Jumps, Tumbling,

Stunts and will also learn a short routine to share with

your friends and family! Classes are open to boys and

girls!

Begins April 8th—May 27th.

8 WEEK PROGRAM

HELD ON JOE MACHADO FIELD Saturday Schedule

Ages Time Price 6-9yrs 10:00 - 11:30AM

10+ yrs

10+ yrs (experience)

12:00 - 1:30PM

1:45 - 3:15PM

$65.00

$65.00

$65.00

8 WEEK PROGRAM

Friday Schedule HELD AT TREMONT HALL

EASTER EGG HUNT Come join us for our annual Easter Egg Hunt. We hide more than 4,000 Easter eggs around Descanso Beach, including golden eggs with special prizes hidden inside. Kids can visit with the Easter Bunny and take pictures.

Date: April 16, 2017

Time: 0-3 yr olds 10AM |4-6 yr olds 10:15AM

7– 9 yr olds 10:45AM |10-12 yr olds 11:00AM

Location: Descanso Beach Club

Youth & Family Activities

JULY 4TH CELEBRATION Don’t miss the festivities as we “Fly the Flag”, the 2017 parade theme. Whether it is Patriotic or in honor of our National Pastime, come join the fun.

Softball Tournament

Pet Show

Parade

Carnival Booths

Music

Firework show and MORE!

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SENIOR MEALS Monday-Friday

11 AM -12:30 PM

Location: Singing Waters Christian Church

Contact Zella Le Sieur by 3:00pm the day before to

Order lunch: (310) 510-9141.

$3.00 per meal/City of Avalon sponsors the balance of

the cost of the meal. Must be 55 or older to participate.

Senior Programs

MEALS ON WHEELS For those that are house-bound due to medical conditions or otherwise contact Zella LeSieur at 310-510-9141 for lunch delivery to your door.

Must be 55 or older to participate.

SIMPLY STRETCH A gentle way to start your week off. Light stretching and

toning. Classes are free to the senior population our “Prime

Timers” group.

Location: Beacon Hill Apartments Recreation Room

Mondays, 9:15 AM – 10:00 AM

Instructor: Karla Lupo

Senior Excursions: FIRST FRIDAYS @ THE MUSEUM Join us for the Chihuly Exhibit at the Musuem we will meet at 6:00pm and gather for dessert @7:30

Day: Friday April 7th, 2017

Fee: $2.00

TRIP TO TWO HARBORS Join us for a day at Two Harbors & lunch at the The Isthmus. Space is limited, register early.

Wednesday, May 17th , 10:00AM – 2 PM

Meet 9:30 AM at Avalon Community Church

Fee: $2:00, includes transportation

Lunch not included.

AIRPORT IN THE SKY TOUR Join us for a day in the interior and then lunch at The Airport in the Sky. Space is limited, register early.

Wednesday, April 19, 10:00AM – 2 PM

Meet 9:30 AM at Avalon Community Church

Fee: $2:00, includes transportation

Lunch not included.

EXCURSION TO LONG BEACH COMING THIS SUMMER Planning on a Matinee & Lunch in Long Beach.

Date & Time: To Be Determined

WATER AEROBICS Join the Prime—Timers for a great exercise program in the water. Classes will be held at the Holiday Inn and Spa starting Mid-May and running through September 28.

Time and Dates: TBD

“PRIME-TIMERS”

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Registration

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Community Calendar

33rd Annual Catalina Community Health Fair

2nd Annual Catalina Island Chili Cookoff

May 06, 2017

APRIL 27,2017

Easter Egg Hunt

May 06, 2017

24th Annual Catalina Island Rugby Festival

May 5-7, 2017

30th Annual Silent Film Benefit

May 20, 2017

June 01, 2017

June 04, 2017

APRIL

MAY

JUNE

JULY

AUGUST

KIDS DAY IN THE BAY

JUNE 3RD , 11 –3 PM

GAMES

PRIZES

FUN!!!

AUG 28TH, 3-7PM

APRIL 17

22nd Annual

APRIL 1ST, 2017