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City of Laguna Niguel - Parks and Recreation E-Newsletter for May 2022

Government and Politics

April 29, 2022

From: City of Laguna Niguel

Laguna Niguel Summer Camps

Registration open now for Residents!

Non-Residents: Monday, May 2 @ 8am

Little Monarchs – Join us for six weeks of fun filled activities at the new Crown Valley Community Center. Your young camper will participate in fun and engaging themed crafts, games, circle time, and outdoor exploration.

Ages:              3 - 5 yrs (All campers must be potty-trained)

Hours:             Monday-Friday, 9:00am-12:00pm

Register for one week or for all six!

Crown Valley Knights – Join us this summer for nine exciting weeks of camp at Crown Valley Community Center! Each week is filled with four days of onsite fun and one weekly offsite excursion.

Grades:           Entering 1st Grade – Entering 5th Grade

Ages:              6-10 yrs

Hours:             Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5:30pm

Register for one week or for the entire summer!

For more information, please call the Parks and Recreation Department at (949) 425-5100.

May Events & Activities

Spring 2022 Brochure

The Spring Recreation Brochure is now available for City of Laguna Niguel residents and surrounding communities! We have more than 100 classes, programs, and events this season so be sure to check them out. Also included is a sneak preview of upcoming summer events and programs.

Register online or visit one of our Community Centers to register in-person. To read full class descriptions and to register online, please visit CityOfLagunaNiguel.org/Registration

For questions, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (949) 425-5100.

Spring 2022 Recreation Brochure

Youth Committee - Vacancies!

Now accepting applications through May 6

Are you or do you know a high school student living in Laguna Niguel with a GPA of 2.25 or higher? 

Do you like being involved in your community and working with other high school students to make a positive impact in your home city?

Do you want to be a part of the decision-making process to review and recommend new teen recreation programs and events, and plan recreation programs during the year? 

Then don’t wait – fill out an application for the Youth Committee today!

The City is now accepting applications from qualified candidates for vacancies on the Youth Committee. Completed applications are to be submitted via email to [email protected] or in person at City Hall.

Sign Up Here!

Laguna Niguel Aquatics Center

Revised Schedule in effect through June 13

The Laguna Niguel Aquatics Center has seasonally paused the weekend swim schedule.

Saturday hours will include Adult Lap swim from 9am-12pm, only. All Sunday activities are currently on pause.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our loyal swimmers and we appreciate your understanding at this time, and look forward to resuming regular operating hours on June 13.

Blue Gates Best Trick

Saturday, April 30, 12pm - 4pm

Cost - $10 for annual pass holders

$20 for non-pass holders

Join us at the Laguna Niguel Skate Park for our annual Blue Gates Best trick event!

This event includes best trick contests on various obstacles in the Skate Park. Activities include games, food, prizes, giveaways, and raffles. Registration includes participation in best trick competitions, a food voucher, and a raffle.

Contest entry is $10 for annual pass holders and $20 for non-pass holders through April 29.

For additional information, please call Laguna Niguel Skate Park's front desk at 949-916-7755.

National Ride Your Bike Day

Sunday, May 1 @ 10am

FREE

Join us on National Ride Your Bike Day for a group ride on the Salt Creek Trail! The event will include a 3.75 mile staff led group ride and a how to change a flat tire clinic.

Please bring your bike, helmet, sunscreen, and plan to be out for 2-3 hours. Water and snacks provided. All bikes are welcome, including E-Bikes. Please refer to Laguna Niguel's E-Bike guidelines on the City website for authorized classes of e-bikes.

Sign Up Here!

Timeless Melodies:

Inspiration! Patriotic Songs

Tuesday, May 3, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Cost - $5

Join us for a Memorial Day salute to America's heritage as Timeless Melodies presents the patriotic songs that sustained us from the colonial days to modern times, plus a Timeless Melodies salute to veterans! Sign up at the Front Desk.

For additional information please call Sea Country Senior and Community Center at 949-425-5151

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Savvy Senior Seminar:

Preventing Medicare Fraud

Wednesday, May 4, 5:30pm - 7pm

FREE

Learn how to protect yourself from Contractor fraud by identifying the most common signs of Contractor-related scams and learning what to do if you become a victim.

Presented by: CSLB California State Licensing Board

at the Sea Country Senior and Community Center.

For additional information please call 949-425-5151.

Community Ride & Dine

Monday, May 9 - Sunday, May 15

Social Media Campaign

FREE

In support of National Bike Month and Laguna Niguel restaurants, please join us for our Community Ride & Dine during the week of May 9th. Ride your bike to any Laguna Niguel Business and post a picture on Instagram of your experience. 

Be sure to follow and tag @CityofLagunaNiguel with hashtag #LNRideAndDine to receive a special prize. 

Please make sure to wear your helmet and obey all traffic laws.

Jurassic Trails and Tales

Friday, May 13, 4pm - 9pm

Saturday, May 14, 4pm - 8pm

Sunday, May 15, 4pm - 8pm

Cost - $10/$15

Jurassic Trails and Tales tickets are now available for purchase at Crown Valley Community Center during normal operating hours, Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Take a step back through time and experience a wild adventure at Crown Valley Park. You don't want to miss this opportunity to visit the Triceratops, Brachiosaurus, Dilophosaurus, Velociraptor, and T-Rex in their natural environment. Be sure to check out our prehistoric crafts, activities, and entertainment. Food will be available for purchase on site.

Everyone walking the trail two years and older will need an entrance ticket. A One-Time Only Entrance Ticket is available for $10 per person, or you can purchase an unlimited entrance wristband for $15 per person.

Check or credit card accepted. Purchase your tickets in person at Crown Valley Community Center today!

National Pizza Party Day

Friday, May 20 @ 12:30p

Anyway you slice it, it's National Pizza Party Day! And we want you to join us in the courtyard for a free slice of pizza

Come to the Sea Country Senior and Community Center at 12:30pm to grab your slice.

First come first served. Supplies limit to 100 people. This is an age 50+ activity.

For additional information regarding national days, please call 949-425-5151.

BMX Best Trick & Demo

Sunday, May 22, 5:30pm-7:30pm

FREE

Join us at the Laguna Niguel Skate Park as we continue to celebrate National Bike Month with a BMX Best Trick and Demo!

Drop in for a free BMX demo, snacks, and give-a-ways. All ages are welcome

For additional information please call 919-916-7755.

Family Astronomy Night

Friday, May 27, 7pm - 9:30pm

FREE

Science Heads will be at Crown Valley Park for a Family Astronomy Night! We will be hosting astronomy-related science stations, including Eclipse on the Wall, Twinkle Stars, Sunset in a Glass Dish, Pie Plate Solar System, and a revised Constellation Identification station.

Science Heads' mobile observatory and telescopes will be open for public viewing. 

Please note, this event is weather dependent and requires clear skies.

For additional information please contact Gretchen Malcolm at [email protected] or by phone at 949-425-5107. Please be sure to sign up to receive updates regarding inclement weather impacts.

Sign up Here!

Mountain Bike Group Ride

Saturday, May 28 @ 9am

FREE

Meet us at the Chapparosa Park Basketball Courts on Saturday, May 28th at 9:00am for a (more) experienced staff led group ride.

Trail will consist of portions of the Colinas Bluff, Longview, and Salt Creek trails. Please bring your bike, helmet, sunscreen, and plan to be out for 2-3 hours. Water and snacks provided.

For additional information, please call 949-425-5100.

Sign up Here!

Memorial Day Ceremony

Monday, May 30 @ 12pm

FREE

Join us at Sea Country Senior and Community Center for a Memorial Day Ceremony to honor all those who have served to protect our liberty and defend our freedom.

Tribute includes color guard, guest speaker, and recognition of veterans.

Come show your appreciation by joining us in reflecting and remembering those who lost their lives in service to our country.

For additional information, please call 949-425-5151

Meet & Greet the Goats

Saturday, June 4, 11am - 4pm

FREE

Meet & Greet the Goats at Crown Valley Park, from 11am-4pm. This FREE event will give you time to visit the goats in their pen, meet firefighters and learn about wildfire suppression.

Meet Mission Viejo Animal Services to learn how to prepare for your pet, in the event of a wildfire. No pre-registration required.

For additional information, please call 949-425-5100

Save the Date!

Summer Concert Series return June 10!

Crown Valley Park Amphitheater

FREE

The Laguna Niguel Summer Concert Series returns on Friday, June 10! Start warming up those dance moves and come sing and dance to your favorite tunes! Chairs and blankets may be placed out starting at 6am on concert days.

All concerts will take place at the Crown Valley Park Amphitheater at 29751 Crown Valley Parkway starting at 6:30pm. (Note: The 4th of July concert will start at 6pm.) Check out this year’s line-up:

-June 10: Family Style

-June 24: Electric Vinyl

-July 4: The Springsteen Experience

-July 22: The Suffragettes

-August 5: Stone Soul

-August 12: 4 Alarm Band

-September 9: Fooz Fighters

-September 23: Elvis

Food trucks will have food available for purchase 30 minutes prior to each concert. Parking will be available at Crown Valley Park and additional parking and a free shuttle will be available from City Hall.

For more information, please visit our website at CityofLagunaNiguel.org or call the Parks and Recreation Office at (949) 425-5100.