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City of Palmdale

38300 Sierra Highway
661-267-5100

About Palmdale

Named one of the fastest-growing cities in America, the City of Palmdale has enjoyed tremendous growth and prosperity over the last decade. The more than 145,000 residents who call Palmdale home enjoy a pleasing quality of life in this family-oriented community.

Palmdale is a general law City governed under the council/manager form of local government. The mayor is elected every two years for a two-year term. Also every two years, two of the four councilmembers are elected to serve four-year terms. 

Recent News

City of Palmdale News : Deadline Extended for EIFD Public FinancingAuthority Applications

PALMDALE - The City is accepting applications for one public member to serve on the Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Public Financing Authority for an initial term of two years. The deadline to apply has been extended to February…

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City of Palmdale News - The Music Center and City of Palmdale Present Second Mosaic Performances

The Music Center and City of Palmdale Present Second Mosaic Performances The Music Center and The City of Palmdale invite you to a night of free family-centered entertainment Saturday, March 11, from 6 – 8:30 pm, at Palmdale Playhouse,…

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City of Palmdale News : West Coast Classicals Spring Fling at the Playhouse

PALMDALE — The Palmdale Playhouse, located at 38334 10th St. East in Palmdale, will present the West Coast Classical Orchestras Spring Fling on Saturday, March 4, at 7:30 pm. Join us for a concert of beautiful music ranging from jazz to…

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City of Palmdale News : Artists Encouraged to Design and Paint Palmdale’s Waste Minimization Mural

Artists Encouraged to Design and Paint Palmdale’s Waste Minimization Mural PALMDALE – The City is seeking applications from artists interested in painting a mural near the Palmdale Transportation Center. Qualified artists are…

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City of Palmdale News - Applications Open for Antelope Valley Mosquito Abatement and Vector Control Board

Applications Open for Antelope Valley Mosquito Abatement & Vector Control Board The City is accepting applications for one Trustee to serve on the Antelope Valley Mosquito Abatement & Vector Control Board for a term to expire in January…

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City of Palmdale News Measure AV Oversight Committee Applications Available

PALMDALE - The City is accepting applications for public members to serve on the Measure AV Oversight Committee for a term of two years to expire in April 2025. The Measure AV Oversight Committee shall ensure the funds collected through the local…

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City of Palmdale News City OfPalmdale Training And Hiring Lifeguards

PALMDALE – The City is currently accepting applications for Lifeguards and offering Lifeguard Academy classes that start on Friday, Feb. 24. If you are at least 15 ½ years old, you can sign up today for the Lifeguard Academy at…

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City of Palmdale News : Palmdale Seeks Applicants for One Vacancy on theEIFD Public Financing Authority

PALMDALE - The City is accepting applications for one public member to serve on the Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Public Financing Authority for an initial term of two years. Under Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District…

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City of Palmdale News : Celebrate Love at Mommy & Me Valentine’s Dance

PALMDALE – Celebrate mom as your Valentine at the City’s Mommy & Me Valentine’s Day Dance on Friday, Feb. 17, from 5 to 7 pm at the Marie Kerr Park Recreation Center, 2723-A West Rancho Vista Blvd. This special event is open to…

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City of Palmdale News - Free Fitness Court Workouts Offered at Pelona Vista Park

Free Fitness Court Workouts Offered at Pelona Vista Park The City of Palmdale is offering free fitness classes for ages 13 and up at the Pelona Vista Park Fitness Court, located at 37720 Tierra Subida Ave. The first sessions take place on…

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City of Palmdale News - The Music Center and City of Palmdale Open Art Exhibit and Present: Mosaic Performances

The Music Center and City of Palmdale Open Art Exhibit and Present: Mosaic Performances The City of Palmdale and The Music Center invite you to celebrate Black History Month with two special events in February at Palmdale Playhouse, 38334 10th…

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City of Palmdale News Winter Activities At Marie Kerr And Domenic Massari Parks

PALMDALE - The City of Palmdale offers a variety of fun and innovative winter programs for youth and families at both Marie Kerr Park Community Building, located at 39700 30th St., and Domenic Massari Park Community Building, located at 37716 55th…

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City of Palmdale News - Small Business Assistance Grant Program Opens Monday

Small Business Assistance Grant Program Opens Monday Palmdale – As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to stress small businesses, the City will be utilizing funds to extend financial assistance to our local businesses through the Small…

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City of Palmdale News - City to Host Disaster Preparedness Presentations

City to Host Disaster Preparedness Presentations The City of Palmdale, LA County Fire Department, Palmdale Sheriff Station, Community Emergency Response Team (C.E.R.T), and other community partners will host an in-person Disaster Preparedness…

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City of Palmdale News : Holiday Movie Festival at the Library

PALMDALE – Come enjoy a Holiday Movie Festival at Palmdale City Library, 700 E. Palmdale Blvd. The free Holiday Movie Festival showings start at 2 pm and will feature: -Dr. Suess’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) (rated PG) on…

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City of Palmdale News : Food and Toys Distributed to Palmdale Seniors And Families

PALMDALE – Seniors and families in need received food baskets, and parents visited the South Antelope Valley Emergency Services (SAVES) popup Toy Store as part of the City’s holiday distribution. Nearly 1,500 people were served through…

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City of Palmdale News : Holiday Light Displays Continue at Three Locations

PALMDALE – The City continues to celebrate the season with three festive light displays in Palmdale parks. Enjoy free light displays at Rancho Vista Park, Poncitlán Square, and Joe Davies Heritage Airpark. Our newest park, Rancho…

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City Of Palmdale News - Learn About Our City’s Zoning Changes

The City is updating its zoning ordinance and zoning map to be consistent with the City of Palmdale’s newly adopted General Plan, Palmdale 2045. The Public Draft of the Zoning Code and the zoning map are available for review at…

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City of Palmdale News - Three Councilmembers Sworn into Office City of Palmdale Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem Selected

Three Councilmembers Sworn into Office City of Palmdale Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem Selected PALMDALE - The City Council had 3 members sworn into office at the year’s final meeting on Wednesday, December 21, 2022. Laura Bettencourt of District 3,…

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City Of Palmdale News - December 21, 2022

The City of Palmdale’s administrative and business offices will be closed Friday, Dec. 23 through Monday, Jan. 2, in observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holiday, and as part of a cost-saving unpaid furlough. City offices will…

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City of Palmdale News - MA - SAVES Food and Toy Distribution

MA - SAVES Food and Toy Distribution For Planning Only – Not for Release WHAT: South Antelope Valley Emergency Services (SAVES) distribution of holiday food baskets and toys. 200 Senior households and 210 families will…

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City of Palmdale News : Help Plan Mural for the Palmdale Transportation Center

PALMDALE - Palmdale’s Innovation & Environmental Division and Public Art program is partnering with PaintCare to coordinate another paint recycling and reuse event at the Palmdale Transportation Center. This year’s community-wide…

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City Of Palmdale : Jackets Donated To Palmdale Unhoused And Families In Need

Palmdale City Councilmember Elect Andrea Alarcon secured an anonymous donation of 800 jackets to distribute to the unhoused and families in need. Coat distribution will occur throughout December at various community events in partnership with the…

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City of Palmdale News Landlord Training Classes Offered By City

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale, in partnership with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, is offering landlord training classes on Tuesday, January 10 and 17 from 6 to 9 pm in the Palmdale City Hall Administration building, 38250…

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City of Palmdale News : City of Palmdale Offers Rental Assistance ProgramGrants

PALMDALE - The Emergency Rental Assistance (COVID) Program will offer Palmdale renters a one-time grant of up to $10,000 to help individuals and families impacted and unable to pay their rent during the COVID-19 pandemic due to job loss, layoff, or…

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City of Palmdale News : City Employees Take Down Graffiti

PALMDALE – Today is the beginning of Palmdale’s newest initiative to help clean up the community. The “Say it, Don’t Spray It!” anti-graffiti campaign is putting boots on the ground to clean up our streets while we…

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City of Palmdale News : Public Art Sculpture Unveiled at Auto Mall

PALMDALE – Revolution, a distinctive new public art sculpture, was unveiled at the Palmdale Auto Mall on Friday, Dec. 2. This one-of-a-kind mirror-polished stainless-steel sculpture, created by artist Heath Satow, is located at Auto Vista…

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City of Palmdale News : Celebrate the Holidays at the Library

PALMDALE – The Palmdale City Library, 700 E. Palmdale Blvd, has many celebrations planned in December. Enjoy live music, light refreshments, crafts, and a visit from Santa at the Annual Holiday Party on Saturday, Dec. 17, from 2-4 pm. Enjoy…

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City of Palmdale News - Public Art Sculpture to be Unveiled at Auto Mall

Public Art Sculpture to be Unveiled at Auto Mall WHAT: Revolution, a distinctive new public art sculpture by artist Heath Satow, will be unveiled at the Palmdale Auto Mall. WHEN: Friday, December 2, 5 pm WHERE: Auto Vista Drive and Carriage…

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City of Palmdale News Jolly Holiday Planned For Poncitlán Square - Holiday Light Displays At Three Locations

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale celebrates the Holiday season with three festive light displays in Palmdale parks and a Jolly Holiday event for Poncitlán Square. Beginning Dec. 1, enjoy free light displays at Rancho Vista Park, Joe…

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City of Palmdale News News Family Volunteer Day Scheduled For Saturday November 19

PALMDALE – Registration is open for the City of Palmdale’s annual Family Volunteer Day on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. to Noon. There are several opportunities available to include a variety of abilities and ages. To sign up or for…

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City of Palmdale News - DryTown Water Park Season Pass Holiday Sale Begins November 25, 2022

DryTown Water Park Season Pass Holiday Sale Begins Nov. 25 The City of Palmdale’s DryTown Water Park, 3850 E Ave S, is offering discounted 2023 season passes for a limited time beginning Friday, Nov. 25. This year, DryTown is offering the new…

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City of Palmdale News - AV Wall Returns to The Palmdale Amphitheater

Palmdale, CA - The City of Palmdale, the AV Wall Committee, and Point Man Antelope Valley will host the Mobile Vietnam Memorial Wall (AV Wall) 24 hours per day from 5 p.m., Nov. 9 through Nov. 13 at the Palmdale Amphitheater, located at 2723 Rancho…

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City of Palmdale News : First Groundbreaking Takes Place in New Health andWellness Land Use Designation

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale and Toneman Development Corporation participated in a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 3, to celebrate the construction of a new 10,000 SF medical surgery center in the City's new Health and Wellness…

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City of Palmdale News : Movie Nights Planned at the Library

PALMDALE – The Palmdale City Library is continuing Wednesday Movie Nights with a new series for November. The movies featured will be Top Gun (Rated PG) on Nov. 2, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (Rated PG-13) on Nov. 9, Spider-man: Into the…

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City of Palmdale News - Young Artists Thank First Responders with Original Paintings

Young Artists Thank First Responders with Original Paintings Local young artists took time on National First Responders Day to present their original art to Los Angeles County Firefighters and to Deputies at the Palmdale Station of the Los Angeles…

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AJCC to Host Informational Sessions for Veterans Interested in Aerospace Careers

AJCC to Host Informational Sessions for Veterans Interested in Aerospace Careers Los Angeles County's Veterans America’s Job Center of California (AJCC) will host a series of informational sessions for veterans interested in learning…

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City of Palmdale News - Housing Opportunity in Palmdale

Housing Opportunity in Palmdale The City of Palmdale and other local agencies are exploring opportunities to facilitate a shovel ready housing development for approximately 13 acres of land owned by both the City and Palmdale School District,…

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City of Palmdale News : Holiday Movies, Events And Activities for All Ages at Palmdale Playhouse

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale will present a wide variety of holiday entertainment and events to celebrate the season at the Palmdale Playhouse, located at 38334 10th St. East. The fun starts on Sunday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m. with the Tim…

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City of Palmdale News Workshops Continue For Palmdale’s Sustainable Transportation Plan

PALMDALE – The City will host round two of workshops for the Sustainable Transportation Plan. Join us for one of three community workshop opportunities, where we will focus on potential strategies to improve traffic safety and reduce…

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City of Palmdale News - Palmdale to Celebrate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with Festival

Palmdale to Celebrate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with Festival The City of Palmdale will host the Celebrate Your Identity: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Festival on Saturday, Oct. 22 at Poncitlán Square, 38315 9th St East from…

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City of Palmdale News - Palmdale Playhouse Features Murder and Mystery in October

Palmdale Playhouse Features Murder and Mystery in October PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale will host several performances to set the mood this October at Palmdale Playhouse, 38334 10th St. East. First, Palmdale Repertory Theatre will…

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City of Palmdale News - Halloween and Dia de los Muertos Celebration at the Library

Halloween and Dia de los Muertos Celebration at the Library PALMDALE – The Palmdale City Library will have its annual Halloween and Dia de los Muertos event on Friday, Oct. 28 from 2 to 4 p.m. Come trick or treat your way through the library…

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City of Palmdale News Kaleidoscope: Art & Music Festival Features FreeFamily Fun

PALMDALE – Art experiences and activities for kids and the whole family will be offered at the sixth annual Kaleidoscope Art & Music Festival, a unique event celebrating the arts and music in the high desert, on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 10…

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City Of Palmdale News : Homework Help Centers Return To Palmdale Locations

Palmdale City Library will reopen three Homework Help Centers beginning Monday, Oct. 3, providing students ages 8 to 14 with a place to do their homework, Monday through Thursday from 2:30 to 5 p.m. Locations include Palmdale City Library, 700 East…

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City of Palmdale News - Free Spooky Movie Nights in October

Free Spooky Movie Nights in October PALMDALE – The Palmdale City Library will bring free spooky movie nights every Wednesday in October at 5:30 p.m. Featured movies include The Addams Family 2 (PG) on Oct. 5, Monster House (PG) on Oct. 12,…

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City Of Palmdale Training And Recruiting Lifeguards For 2023 Season

The City of Palmdale’s Parks and Recreation is accepting registration for its October Lifeguard Academy at Courson Park Pool, 39226 10th St. E. and Legacy Commons for Active Seniors, 930 E. Ave. Q-9. Participants who successfully complete the…

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City Of Palmdale News : Raising Cane’s One Step Closer To New Palmdale Location

The demolition of the former Pier 1 retail site to make way for a new Raising Cane’s® restaurant was approved at the City’s Site Plan review hearing held on Sept. 22, 2022. The project is located on an existing outer parcel of the…

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City of Palmdale News - AJCC Hosting Recruitment Event for Redtails Logistics

AJCC Hosting Recruitment Event for Redtails Logistics PALMDALE – America’s Job Center of California (AJCC) will host a recruitment event for Redtails Logistics on Thursday, Sept. 22, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at 38510 Sierra Highway…

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City of Palmdale News - City Supports Homes 4 Families Rainbow Build With $800,000 Check

City Supports Homes 4 Families Rainbow Build With $800,000 Check City of Palmdale elected officials, staff, and community volunteers joined Homes 4 Families’ annual Rainbow Build at the Palmdale Veteran Enriched Neighborhood® on…

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City of Palmdale News City Library Celebrates ‘Talk Like A Pirate’ Day

PALMDALE – The Palmdale City Library, located at 700 E. Palmdale Blvd., will celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day on Monday, Sept. 19 from 4 to 6 p.m. The event is free and open to the public and is held to promote the…

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City of Palmdale News - Kaleidoscope : Art & Music Festival returns Oct. 8

PALMDALE – The sixth annual Kaleidoscope Art & Music Festival, a unique event that celebrates the arts in the high desert, has announced its lineup of musical performers when it returns to the Palmdale Amphitheater, 2723 Rancho Vista…

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City of Palmdale News - Palmdale Participates in AV Walls Mural Project

PALMDALE – Four walls in Palmdale will be transformed as part of the Antelope Valley Walls project, with local artists painting daily this week through Saturday, all leading up to a celebration of the arts at the Antelope Valley Walls Fest…

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City of Palmdale News - Downtown Revitalization Projects Celebrated

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale invites the community to Courson Park on Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 10 a.m. as we showcase four downtown projects set to revitalize the civic center area by providing street, pedestrian & bicyclist improvements…

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City of Palmdale to Hold Lifeguard Academy in October

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale’s parks and recreation department is accepting registration for its October Lifeguard Academy at Courson Park Pool, 39226 10th St. E. and Legacy Commons for Active Seniors, 930 E. Ave. Q-9. The Lifeguard…

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City of Palmdale News - Homes 4 Families Rainbow Build 2022

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale invites the community to join in the building of veteran homes while building the spirit of community, understanding and friendships, by participating in the 4th annual Rainbow Build on Saturday, Sept. 17 at 9…

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Lockheed Martin Hiring For Skunk Works Team

Lockheed Martin is hosting a hiring event on Wednesday, Sept. 7 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the AV Fairgrounds in the Hunter Pavilion, located at 2551 West Avenue H, Lancaster. At this event, Lockheed Martin is conducting interviews and making same…

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City of Palmdale News - Energy for Palmdale’s Independent Choice to Launch October 1, 2022

Energy for Palmdale’s Independent Choice to Launch October 1, 2022 PALMDALE – Palmdale residents and businesses will soon have a new default energy provider: Energy for Palmdale’s Independent Choice (EPIC). Residential customers…

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City of Palmdale News : Share Your Transportation Priorities for the Chance to Win a Prize

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale is preparing a Sustainable Transportation Plan (STP) to improve traffic safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers, and community input is key to the success of the plan. Visit www.PalmdaleSTP.com and either…

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City Of Palmdale Partners Academy Accepting Applications

Registration is open for Palmdale’s 2022 Partners Academy, with classes beginning on Tuesday, Sept. 13, and continuing through Nov. 1. Academy classes will be held every Tuesday night from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. for eight weeks and will be held…

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City of Palmdale News : Palmdale City Library Open as Cooling Center

PALMDALE – With high temperatures expected over the next few days, City of Palmdale officials have announced that the Palmdale City Library, located at 700 E. Palmdale Blvd., is a designated cooling center open to people of all ages. The…

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City of Palmdale News : Generations Juried Art Exhibit Reception Planned

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale, Palmdale Playhouse and Legacy Commons for Active Seniors will jointly host an opening reception for the special juried art exhibition titled Generations on Friday, Aug. 26 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The reception is…

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City of Palmdale News : America’s Job Center to Hold Prescreening Event for CDL Drivers

PALMDALE – America's Job Center of California, located at 38510 Sierra Highway, is holding a prescreening event on Aug. 25 from 9 to 11 a.m. for those interested in becoming a commercial truck driver for Robertson’s Ready Mix. Immediate…

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City of Palmdale News - Kaleidoscope Art and Music Festival Application Deadline Extended

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale’s Parks and Recreation Department is accepting applications for a variety of event participants for the seventh annual Kaleidoscope Art and Music Festival, a unique event that celebrates the arts in the…

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City of Palmdale News : Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony plannedfor Rancho Vista Park

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale invites the community to celebrate the grand opening of Rancho Vista Park on Tuesday, August 16 at 8:30 a.m. Palmdale’s newest park is located at 40437 35th St. West on the corner of Town Center Dr. and…

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City of Palmdale News Update - Sustainable Transportation Plan Sessions And Workshops Planned

Sustainable Transportation Plan Sessions and Workshops Planned PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale is preparing a Sustainable Transportation Plan (STP) with core goals of improving traffic safety and reducing greenhouse gas emissions through…

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City Of Palmdale Draft General Plan Released For Public Review

The Draft General Plan document is ready for public review and feedback prior to Planning Commission and City Council review and adoption. The Draft General Plan documents are available at https://bit.ly/3IBh5LI. Residents and stakeholders can…

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New News Flash Smash Mouth Tickets Still Available for Palmdal

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale proudly presents alternative rock/power pop band Smash Mouth at the Palmdale Amphitheater, 2723 Rancho Vista Blvd., this Saturday, July 23 at 8 p.m. as part of the City’s summer concert series. Tickets…

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City of Palmdale Draft General Plan Released for Public Review

City of Palmdale Draft General Plan Released for Public Review The Draft General Plan document is ready for public review and feedback prior to Planning Commission and City Council review and adoption. The Draft General Plan documents are…

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City of Palmdale News - Low Cost Spay/Neuter Program Available for Palmdale Residents

Low Cost Spay/Neuter Program Available for Palmdale Residents – The City of Palmdale announced a new program that covers most of the costs related to spaying or neutering of pets. Costs for the standard spay/neuter procedure are covered by…

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City of PalmdaleNews - Social Human Services Mini Job Fair Coming to AJCC

Social Human Services Mini Job Fair Coming to AJCC The America’s Job Center of California (AJCC), located at 38510 Sierra Highway in Palmdale, will host a mini job and resource fair for social human services on Tuesday, July 19 from 9:00 a.m.…

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City of Palmdale News America’s Job Center To Host Class A Drivers And Warehouse Selectors Recruitment Event For SYGMA

PALMDALE – America’s Job Center of California (AJCC), in partnership with SYGMA, will host a recruitment event located at 46905 47th Street West in Lancaster, on Friday, July 15, 2022. Two on-site sessions are available from 9 a.m. to 11…

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City of Palmdale News : Say It, Don’t Spray It Graffiti Campaign

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale has been working hard to address graffiti blight this year and has launched a community education campaign to remind residents that graffiti is a crime and can be reported by calling 94-PRIDE (947-7433). …

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City of Palmdale News Summer Storytime Coming To The Palmdale City Library

PALMDALE – The Palmdale City Library’s summer Storytime sessions will run July 19 through August 31 at the Chimbole Cultural Center, located at 38350 Sierra Hwy. next to the Library. Bilingual Storytime for all ages will be held on…

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City of Palmdale News : Summer Theatre Experience Students Present BedtimeStories

PALMDALE – The Palmdale Playhouse Summer Theatre Experience students will present a stage production of Bedtime Stories (As Told By Our Dad) (Who Messed Them Up) on Friday, July 29 and Saturday, July 30 at 7 p.m. at the Playhouse, located at…

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Celebrate This Holiday Weekend In Palmdale

The City of Palmdale is offering a variety of activities over the long Independence Day weekend. DryTown Water Park is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and a Sundown at DryTown event will take place Friday, July 1 from 7 to 10 p.m. Advance…

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City of Palmdale News - Popsicle Pop-ups Coming to Palmdale Parks

Popsicle Pop-ups Coming to Palmdale Parks The City of Palmdale will host Popsicle Park Pop-up events in July to celebrate Parks Make Life Better month. The events will take place on Saturdays in July from 5 to 7 p.m. at these locations: July 9…

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