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Major League Baseball’s Pitch, Hit, & Run is coming to Sgt. Steve Owen Memorial Park on July 17! Register your children, ages 7 to 14 at www.cityoflancasterca....org/pitch. Pitch, Hit, & Run is the official youth skills competition of MLB. This free program allows baseball and softball participants the opportunity to advance through three levels of competition culminating at the MLB World Series! #LancasterSports #PitchHitRun #OMP #LancasterParks

FITNESS - July 2021 Registration for FREE Virtual Classes is now open! See attached flyer for details on class schedule, descriptions, and equipment needed. Ple...ase note Hip-Hop classes are capped at age 15. All other classes are for Adults ONLY. To register, please visit the #linkinbio "Register For Fitness Classes." https://reg.laparks.org/web/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/search.html Stay Active. Stay Informed. Stay Connected, with RecConnectLA! #hiphop #cardiokickboxing #yoga #strengthtraining #virtualworkout #livestream

Stay Safe. Swim Safe this holiday weekend! #swimsafe #swimming #lifeguards

#SkatePark #GrandOpening #Skateboarding #skateboardingisfun #skateboardinglife

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Check with your city to see if your area will be holding a local competition this summer. #pitchhitandrun

The day has come, the Dan Diaz Rec Center is open, Night swim starts today and we are counting down the days when we can open up fully, but until then, here is ...what we have going on this week. Call the Dan Diaz Recreation Center for more information about all things Recreation and Aquatics at 626-430-2224. #iRecROCKS #parksmakelifebetter #weareparksandrec #irwindalerocks #irwindale #cityofirwindale #irwindaleaquatics #irwindalerecreation

The summer has just started and the weather is already hot. Check with your local pool to see if it has reopened and stay cool in this heat! #pools #Summer #Swimming

Today, we are unveiling our latest completed All-Star Legacy project with two #DodgersDreamfields at Lincoln Park Recreation Center in Lincoln Heights. Thank y...ou to our partners for making this happen Los Angeles Dodgers MLB Play Ball MLB City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks Councilmember Gil Cedillo Clayton Kershaw Kershaws Challenge LA84 Foundation #BiggerThanBaseball : Photo credit: Jon SooHoo/ (c) Los Angeles Dodgers LLC, 2012

#Summer #Camps #SummerCamps #CampInsurance https://www.scmaf.org/campinsurance

LET YOUR TALENTS BLOOM THIS SPRING WITH OUTDOOR AND VIRTUAL CLASSES Spring Classes for all ages start March 8! Give the gift of learning and fitness! Surprise your loved ones for Valentine's Day by signing them up for a class to practice their favorite sport, learn a new instrument or hone their computer programming skills. ... Whether you’re looking to take up a new hobby, learn a new skill or language or just be more active, LA County Parks and Recreation has just the class for you and everyone you know. We’re offering a variety of classes, ranging from arts and finance to fitness and mental health, for all ages! Join a virtual class with friends to reconnect, or create special moments with your family by partaking in a new activity together at your local park! Martial Arts including karate for all levels Exercise and Fitness like yoga, Zumba, and Pilates Performing Arts, Music and Dance including acting for all ages, voice and musical instruments Arts and Culture such as watercolor painting, calligraphy and photography Sports Programs like tennis and basketball skills Health and Wellness including classes about mindfulness and counseling Special Interest Classes like language lessons, computer and game development, parent workshops, dog training, floral arrangement courses and composting skills You’ll find virtual classes to enjoy from the comfort of your home as well as outdoor classes at your local park while following COVID-19 guidelines to keep everyone safe. Our online registration system allows you to manage everyone’s schedule through a single household account. Sign up for Spring Classes for yourself, partner and children from your smartphone or computer. COVID-19 Safety Guidelines for In-person Outdoor Classes The health and well-being of park guests and staff is the top priority. In accordance with LA County Public Health, the following guidelines are in place to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Participants must maintain six feet of physical distancing, wear face masks, and participate in a temperature check before each in-person class. Participants should not attend if they experience COVID-19 symptoms, including fever, cough, shortness of breath, sore throat, chills, muscle pain, headache, vomiting and diarrhea. Temperature and symptom checks will be completed at each class. No parents/guardians or guests will be allowed in the programming space to reduce contact with others. Check out the Spring Classes at parks.lacounty.gov/spring21! Share your experience using #LearnSomethingNew at #LACOUNTYPARKS. Follow LA County Parks on social media: Facebook @parks.lacounty.gov and Twitter/Instagram @lacountyparks. For more information, visit parks.lacounty.gov/spring21 or call (626) 588-5364.

Did you know that you can generate donations while shopping for your valentine, at no extra cost? Simply start your shopping at smile.amazon.com/ch/82-2860003 to confirm "A Better Life Through Sports Foundation" as your charity of choice, and AmazonSmile will donate a portion of your eligible purchase price to our organization. https://abltsfoundation.org/

The SCMAF Office is located right off the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area. Here is a great piece about the area. #LACounty #Parks #Recreation https://www.zocalopublicsquare.org//ideas/connecting-cali/

Enjoy the outdoors at Earvin Magic Johnson Park With a half-mile path, scenic lake, Bio Blitz and much more! Los Angeles County Parks and Recereation is thrilled to invite you to visit the newly transformed Earvin Magic Johnson Park. Located in Willowbrook, the expansive community regional park is the perfect place to enjoy time outdoors safely during COVID-19. Plan your visit today!... Earvin Magic Johnson Park features new children’s play areas, a half-mile path for walking and jogging, a scenic lake and lush landscaping. It is the perfect local destination for individuals and families looking for respite and recreation. Be sure to wear your face covering and practice physical distancing to keep everyone safe. Participate in the BioBlitz and help track the wide variety of plants and animals at the park. Using the iNaturalist app, you can become a citizen scientist by taking photos of flowers, trees, insects, even ducks and geese. With this data, we can track the level of biodiversity over time, particularly to see how the new improvements make the park a natural home for various species. The BioBlitz starts Monday, February 1 and runs through March 31. Download the iNaturalist app today and head to Earvin Magic Johnson Park to record your observations. The Community Center is a state-of-the-art facility that will serve as a hub for gathering, celebrating and learning. The 20,000-square-foot center features a large multi-purpose hall, commercial-grade kitchen, computer training room, three multi-purpose rooms and office spaces. Designed with sustainability in mind, the community center received a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certified rating. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the indoor amenities at the park are closed. We look forward to opening up the community center as soon as possible, according to the health guidelines. In the meantime, we invite you to take a virtual tour of this remarkable facility. https://www.youtube.com/watch

Classes Start Monday! Come Join the Fun! Ready to start the new year off right? Let LA County Parks help you with your new year’s goals.... Whether you’re looking to get in shape, live a healthier lifestyle or learn a new hobby, you can find a class that fits your schedule and budget. Plus, our virtual classes are safe and convenient. Choose from over 175 classes for all ages and levels. There's a class for everyone! Computer Programming, Gaming and Animation Arts Classes including Watercolor Painting and Calligraphy Fitness Classes including Yoga, Zumba, Gymnastics and Pilates French, Spanish and Italian Language Lessons Parent and Child Learning Classes Piano and Guitar Lessons Acting, Poetry and Creative Writing Classes Basketball Workouts Health and Wellness Imagine learning a new language, attending parent and me classes or discovering your inner artist from the comfort of your own home. Kick off the new year with by learning something new. Classes begin Monday, January 11. Find your class and register today at reservations.lacounty.gov. For more information, visit parks.lacounty.gov/winter20 or call (626) 588-5364.

Tomorrow, join the celebration of the 35th Annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day. 2021 Girls Fest will stream live on the Women's Sports Foundation You Tube Channel February 3, at 1PM PST. #KeepPlaying https://www.youtube.com/watch

Dodgers RBI Field Champion AmeriCorps Volunteer Youth Coaches (Quarter Time) https://up2ussports.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=50 Dodgers RBI Field Champion AmeriCorps Volunteer Youth Coaches (Half Time) https://up2ussports.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=51 #Dodgers #volunteer

SCMAF In the News: Thanks to the City of Pasadena for this nice article... #Pasadena #SportsAward #ServiceAward https://www.pasadenanow.com//pasadena-wins-awards-for-ser/

LA COUNTY PARKS IS HOSTING A VIRTUAL SPORTS DRILLS PROGRAM WITH THE LOS ANGELES CHARGERS Registration is now open to our first-ever Virtual Sports Drills Camp with the Los Angeles Chargers on December 8-10!... The LA County Parks 3-Day Virtual Football Drills Camp with the Los Angeles Chargers supports parents and students during the COVID-19 pandemic through an interactive experience from December 8-10. The program offers youth ages 4-18 and student-athletes with an interactive option to build their sports skills, form and meet their physical education credits. Due to COVID-19 restrictions and the Safer At Home Orders, LA County Parks had to temporarily close facility amenities, including sports fields. While the COVID-19 pandemic Safer at Home health order does not allow to meet in person, LA County Parks and the Los Angeles Chargers have teamed up to offer youth and student-athletes options for fitness through football and sports drills, and try something new while having fun during the holiday season. The virtual program begins on Tuesday, December 8, with pre-recorded videos by Los Angeles Chargers with football drills. Various sport options will also be available with volleyball demos, golf, and soccer drills via LA County Parks From Home Virtual Recreation Center. Participants are free to go at their own pace. The program concludes on Thursday, December 10, with a free interactive live-stream event with the Los Angeles Rams Chargers! Youth can attend remotely via video conference from any computer or mobile device. Students will be able to learn from the Los Angeles Chargers NFL players and coaches and LA County Parks recreation leaders on stretching, warm-up, football exercises, drills, develop their sports skills, and how to continue to train at home or at their local park. Positive and encouraging messages will also be part of the program. Youth between 4-18 years old may participate. All levels welcomed. Registration is free but required in order to participate in the live stream event. Free giveaway for participants that sign up (will be available while supplies last)! To sign up, you’ll create a free account on our online registration system. The process is simple, plus we have a tutorial available to assist you. For more information, visit parks.lacounty.gov/chargerssportsdrills. For questions, contact LA County Parks at [email protected] or (626) 588-5364

UPDATE FROM LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION ON CLOSURES AND CHANGES IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19 December 1, 2020 ... In response to the current surge of COVID-19 cases, the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation (LA County Parks) is temporarily closing in-person outdoor programming in accordance with the County of Los Angeles Safer At Home Health Officer Order to stop the spread of COVID-19. LA County Parks is implementing the following changes effective immediately: Afterschool programs will be closed. Our SPOT programs will be closed for in-person programming. Our SPOT will continue virtual programming provided by each location. Parks and trails remain open for outdoor, passive use for individuals or members of the same household. Masks and physical distancing are required. No group gatherings are permitted. For a complete list of COVID-19 restrictions affecting LA County Parks locations, please visit parks.lacounty.gov/covid-19. LA County Parks continues to offer "Parks From Home, a virtual recreation center that provides free access to fitness and instructional classes for the public to enjoy from home during the COVID-19 crisis. The free online programming includes videos of LA County Parks staff teaching recreation, sports, arts, and specialty courses, plus virtual tours of trails, gardens, and popular attractions throughout Los Angeles County. We hope these extraordinary efforts will help with the County and global effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. We appreciate your support and understanding as we adapt to this fluid situation. At LA County Parks, we believe that the health and safety of our program participants, park guests, team members, and community are the top priority. We are working closely with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health to ensure that our Parks community receives credible information and guidance during this challenging time. We encourage you to visit the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health website for information and guidance, available in multiple languages, on COVID-19: http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact (626) 588-5364 or [email protected].

Congratulations to the Los Angeles Dodgers! The 2020 MLB Champions! #WorldSeries #Champions #baseball

Today is GivingTuesday! A Better Life through Sports Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 entity established in 2017 focused on the improvement and developing of communities by offering a variety of clinics and workshops serving communities. To learn more, visit our website: www.abltsfoundation.org OUR MISSION A Better Life through Sports Foundation strives to be a leader in sports by delivering and supporting initiatives that promote equal and fair play, education, physical an...d developmental benefits of sports for youth, families and communities. DONATE TODAY Remember A Better Life through Sports on GivingTuesday this December 1. Donations to A Better Life through Sports are tax-deductible. https://www.scmaf.org/ablts

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Mark Your Calendars! www.blitzchampz.com/workshops #girlsfootball #virtualclinic

Tonight! https://www.yahoo.com/videos/wsfsalute #womeninsports

Congratulations to the Los Angeles Lakers! The 2019-2020 NBA Champions in what has been a most unusual NBA season. #champions #Lakers2020champs

Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving Day! This is a special day to count and reflect on all the things that we are grateful for. #Thanksgiving2020 #family #friends

Throughout the month, girls will have the opportunity participate in FREE virtual workshops and book clubs, join virtual documentaries watch parties, listen to inspiring speakers, engage in facilitated dialogue and much more. All girls are invited to join and participate in as many events as they would like! Every day in October will include an uplifting activity for girls to participate in: Mondays: Documentaries & Book Clubs Tuesdays: Live virtual workshops... Wednesdays: Videos related to the week’s theme Thursdays: Live virtual panels of powerful speakers Fridays: Let’s Talk videos and inspirational materials Saturdays: Live virtual keynote speakers The conference is an annual tradition that encourages girls county-wide ages 11-18 years to turn up the volume on their powerful and diverse voices and believe in a life of possibilities by lifting up their confidence, exploring pathways to college, and building a vision for their future life goals. #conference #girlsempowerment

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If you already have an exercise routine, try adding a short session of breath work and dynamic stretching before a workout. https://www.healthline.com//fitnes/how-to-be-more-flexible #exercise #exerciseathome

Still working at home or helping your children with distance learning? Don't forget about yourself and make some time to exercise. #exercise #exercisetime https://www.practicalecommerce.com/9-exercise-tips-for-desk

How pickleball has been the hobby of choice in the NBA bubble... #pickleball #NBAPlayoffs https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nba/in-a-pickle

Registration is open now at www.laparks.org/alternativelearningcenters We are continuing to offer free, safe structured learning centers and after schoo...l programs for elementary and middle school students at 50 recreation centers across LA City! Enrollment includes access to supervised learning spaces, free internet, free breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack, recreational activities, and more. All learning centers follow guidance from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Spots are limited to 24 per location. #ParkProudLA #LACityParks #SaferatParks

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Thanks to the City of Norwalk for sharing this fun little quiz...