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Santa Ana youth co-ed flag football registration now open

Posted on August 2, 2021 by Editor Posted in Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana, Sport, Youth Activities Leave a comment

Here’s something fun for the young football fans in your family! Youth co-ed flag football season begins Monday, Aug. 30, and is open to children ages 3 to 14.

Online registration is required and is open from Aug. 2 through Aug. 13.

Registration fee is $38.00 per child and includes a team shirt, participation trophy, and a 10-week program of practices and games culminating in a celebratory closing ceremony. Volunteer coaches needed!

For additional information, see program flyer or contact the Youth Sports office at (714) 571-4264.

Flag Football Details: https://www.santa-ana.org/latest-news/youth-sports-co-ed-flag-football-back

Free Summer Night Lights event tonight at El Salvador Park

Posted on July 30, 2021 by Editor Posted in Civic Affairs, Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana, Youth Activities Leave a comment

The City of Santa Ana is hosting another Summer Night Lights on Friday July 30, 2021 at 7:00 pm at El Salvador Park, located at 1825 W Civic Center Dr.

There will be free games, food and activities for the entire family!

The next event will be on Friday, August 6th.

To view the event flyer click here. For more information visit https://www.ngservices.org/ or call (714) 980-0953.

The SAPD is hosting a free Summer Safety event today at Bomo Koral Park

Posted on July 13, 2021 by Editor Posted in Entertainment, Parks and Recreation, Public Safety, SAPD, Youth Activities Leave a comment

Join the SAPD and the Santa Ana Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency today at 2PM at Bomo Koral Park, located at 900 W. MacArthur Blvd. for the 2nd Summer Safety event.

Come meet the SAPD K9 & Animal Control Officers. Receive safety tips & special giveaways (while supplies last).

Don’t miss out!

Summer Night Lights 2021 begins tonight at El Salvador Park

Posted on July 9, 2021 by Editor Posted in Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana, Youth Activities Leave a comment

Summer Night Lights 2021 will take place every Friday night in Santa Ana starting on July 9th to August 6th, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM at El Salvador Park, located at 1825 W Civic Center Dr.

There will be free games, food and activities for the entire family!

Santa Ana Public Works Staff will be available to share information and discuss the Fairview Bridge project from 7 pm – 8 pm at the Artesia Pilar Neighborhood Association booth at Friday’s Summer Night Lights event. All are invited.

For more information visit https://www.ngservices.org/ or call (714) 980-0953.

The City of Santa Ana will host movies at local parks starting on July 14

Posted on July 9, 2021 by Editor Posted in Movies, Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana, Youth Activities Leave a comment

The City of Santa Ana will be hosting a new Movies in the Park series every Wednesday and Friday from July 14 through Aug. 27, 2021. Each movie night event will take place from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., with movies beginning at dusk. Guests are encouraged to arrive early and bring their own lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics to enjoy before the movie. No alcohol is allowed.

Free popcorn will be provided to the first 500 guests each night, and headsets will also be available for alternate audio languages (if available, while supplies last). Event and parking are free to the public.

The 2021 Movie Schedule and Park List:

• July 14 – TOY STORY 4 at Jerome Park 726 S. Center St.

• July 16 – MOANA at Cesar Chavez Campesino Park 3311 W. 5th St.

• July 21 – ABOMINABLE at Rosita Park 706 N. Newhope St.

• July 23 – ALADDIN Thornton Park at 1801 W. Segerstrom Ave.

• July 28 – MARY POPPINS RETURNS at Edna Park 2140 W. Edna Dr.

• July 30 – RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK at Portola Park 1700 E. Santa Clara Ave.

• August 4 – THE JUNGLE BOOK at Santiago Park 2535 N. Main St.

• August 6 – SELENA at Memorial Park 2102 S. Flower St.

• August 11 – LION KING at Lillie King Park 500 W. Alton Ave.

• August 13 – FROZEN II at El Salvador Park 1825 W. Civic Center Dr.

• August 18 – TROLLS WORLD TOUR at El Salvador Park 1825 W. Civic Center Dr.

• August 20 – RAYA AND THE LAST DRAGON at Delhi Park 2314 S. Halladay St.

• August 25 – INCREDIBLES 2 at Madison Park 1528 S. Standard St.

• August 27 – COCO at Centennial Park 3000 W. Edinger Ave.

To download the movie schedule or for more information on the Movies in the Park series, visit www.santa-ana.org/moviesinthepark or call (714) 571-4227. Be sure to follow us on social media for the latest updates @santaanaparks.

La Ciudad de Santa Ana Presentará Películas en el Parque

Translations:Español

Phim trong công viên

Translations:Tiếng Việt

Disney’s giant animal crackers added to the train at the Santa Ana Zoo

Posted on June 25, 2021 by Editor Posted in Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana, Santa Ana Zoo, Youth Activities Leave a comment

Santa Ana, Calif. – The Friends of Santa Ana Zoo (FOSAZ), a non-profit organization, is pleased to announce the addition of the “Animal Crackers” from Heimlich’s Chew Chew Train ride at the Zoo!

Heimlich is the cute green caterpillar from the movie “A Bug’s Life” and Heimlich’s Chew Chew Train was an attraction in A Bug’s Land at Disney California Adventure that ran from 2002-2018. Guests rode the train in the shape of Heimlich as he narrated the ride. His tendency to overeat was the theme of the ride as it appeared to eat through oversized portions of food including the animal crackers, candy corn, carrots and watermelon. Each piece of giant food had large bites taken out of it and “smelled” like the food as you rode by them. At the end of the train ride, Heimlich reminded the guests to eat their fruit and vegetables.

Now these giant-sized animal crackers are placed along the Santa Ana Zoo’s Zoofari Express Train ride for all to see after they pass by the turtle pond in the Farm area of the Zoo.

“It’s so special and such a great memory to see these pieces of history from Disney here at the Santa Ana Zoo. Disney was so kind as to donate the sculptures to the Zoo when their ride closed and we are grateful to have them on grounds for all who ride the Train here to enjoy,” says Cathi Decker, Executive Director of Friends of Santa Ana Zoo, “It is an honor that we are able to showcase them once again.”

The Zoofari Express Train Ride continues to play an integral role in raising the funds needed for all the special projects and improvements going on here at our favorite community Zoo including educational programs, breaking ground on new animal habitats, supporting important conservation initiatives, introducing new rides and upgrading service facilities for guests to use and enjoy.

The Santa Ana Zoo is home to more than 260 animals, including 60 of the most interesting and engaging monkeys and several endangered species. The parking, park and grounds are wheel-chair accessible. The Zoo is beautifully landscaped and showcases a wide array of succulents, flowers and other conservation-friendly varietals. Inside the Zoo there is a wonderful playground with nearby seating for parents and guardians. Also available throughout the Zoo are picnic tables and rest areas, and tons of shade, as well as the famous Zoofari Express Train, the Conservation Carrousel and the new Fifty Monkey Ferris Wheel.

Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, the Santa Ana Zoo participates in conservation efforts to save local and South American species, including frogs, turtles, and lion tamarins. To become a Member of the Zoo, please call (714) 953-8555 x13. The Santa Ana Zoo in Prentice Park is located at 1801 East Chestnut Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92701.

Find out more about admission to the Zoo and the Zoofari Express Train ride at www.santaanazoo.org. You can also follow us on Twitter, join us on Facebook, or discover us on Instagram.

The City of Santa Ana is hiring!

Posted on June 15, 2021 by Editor Posted in Jobs, Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana 1 Comment

Are you or someone you know looking for a part-time job? The City of Santa Ana is hiring for the summer! The parks and Recreation Agency is gearing up to reopen its recreation and senior centers.

The agency is now hiring people interested in public service and with experience in the recreation field working with people of all ages and backgrounds. Depending on interest and work history, anyone over the age of 18 is encouraged to apply for the various open positions.

Current Santa Ana job openings include:

ACCOUNT CLERK II (PART-TIME) – Part-time – $21.57 – $26.21 Hourly
Community Center Aide (Part-Time) – Part-time – $20.19 – $24.54 Hourly
Community Development Analyst – Full-time – $72,252.00 – $96,828.00 Annually
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER – Full-time – $68,808.00 – $83,652.00 Annually
Customer Service Clerk (Part-Time) – Bilingual Spanish – Part-time – $20.25 – $24.62 Hourly
Employee Relations Manager – Full-time – $114,372.00 – $169,764.00 Annually
Fingerprint Examiner (Part-Time) – Part-time – $62,150.40 – $75,545.60 Annually
Maintenance Attendant (Part-Time) – Part-time – $15.00 – $17.94 Hourly
Park Maintenance Assistant (City Yard) – Part-time – $16.41 – $19.98 Hourly
Program Coordinator (Part-Time) – Part-time – $18.31 – $22.26 Hourly

Click here to look at the jobs and to apply.

Time to sign your kids up for Santa Ana Youth Rookie Ball

Posted on May 18, 2021 by Editor Posted in Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana, Sports, Youth Activities Leave a comment

The City of Santa Ana’s Youth Sports co-ed Rookie Ball Program is back. The program begins on Tuesday, June 1, and is open to youth ages 3 to 14. Registration is required at https://secure.rec1.com/CA/santa-ana-ca/catalog. Registration is open from May 10 through May 28, 2021.

Registration fee is $38.00 per child and it includes a team shirt, cap, participation trophy and an 11 weeks program of practices and games culminating in a celebratory closing ceremony. Volunteer coaches needed!

For additional information, see program flyer or contact the Youth Sports office at (714) 571-4264.

El Programa de Deportes Juveniles Rookie Ball de la Ciudad de Santa Ana está de regreso. El programa comienza el martes 1ro de Junio y está abierto a niños/as entre las edades de 3 a 14 años. Inscripción es requerida en https://secure.rec1.com/CA/santa-ana-ca/catalog. La inscripción está abierta del 10 de Mayo al 28 de Mayo del 2021.

El costo de inscripción de $38.00 por niño/a incluye la camisa y cachucha del equipo, trofeo de participación y el programa de 11 semanas de prácticas y juegos culminando en la celebración de ceremonia de clausura. Se necesitan entrenadores voluntarios!

Para más información, favor de ver el volante del programa o comunicarse a la Oficina de Deportes Juveniles al (714) 571-4264.

Time to tell the City of Santa Ana how you feel about our parks

Posted on April 20, 2021 by Editor Posted in Civic Affairs, Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana 1 Comment

Santa Ana is creating our first Parks Master Plan to guide our investment in parks, facilities, trails, and open space. This is a long-range plan that will help prioritize park projects for the next 10 years.

We need your help to create the Parks Master Plan! Take our survey to share your ideas:
https://migsurvey.limequery.com/997262

The Santa Ana Parks Master Plan will:

Include opportunities for community and stakeholder involvement, including a public survey, to ensure the Master Plan reflects the needs of our residents
Involve an Advisory Board to inform Master Plan decisions
Provide an overarching investment strategy to address high-priority, ongoing, and unmet park system needs
Address park access and equity issues on a citywide scale
Recommend park and facility improvement projects and examine park maintenance issues
Establish directions to enhance parks, recreation facilities, trails, events, and programs to support community livability, park safety, trail connectivity, health and wellness, and our quality of life.

Realice Nuestra Encuesta del Plan Maestro de Parques

Spanish/español: https://bit.ly/2QKBzun

Tham gia Khảo sát Kế hoạch Tổng thể Công viên

Vietnamese/Tiếng Việt: https://bit.ly/3ebrgaM

Santa Ana Rec Swim starts on April 10 at Memorial Park Pool

Posted on April 8, 2021 by Editor Posted in Entertainment, Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana, Sports, Youth Activities Leave a comment

Memorial Park Pool, located at 2102 S. Flower St. in Santa Ana, will begin to offer public recreational swimming beginning on Saturday, April 10. The pool will be open on Saturday and Sundays only. The first session will be from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., and the second session will be from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. One lane will be available for lap swimming during both sessions and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. The cost of admission is $1.00 per child and $2.00 per adult.

Proper swim attire is required. COVID-19 protocols will be enforced following local and federal swimming pool guidelines. At this time locker rooms, showers and drinking fountains are closed. Only patrons entering the water will be allowed into the pool area. Spectators and non-swimmers are not allowed at this time.

For more information, please contact pool operator Blueray Aquatics at info@swimblueray.com or (949) 887-5985 Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Additionally, you can visit Memorial Park Pool during public swimming hours and the pool manager on duty will be glad to assist you with any questions. For information regarding swimming lessons, swim team, and lifeguarding certification courses, please visit www.swimblueray.com/memorial.

For more information: https://www.santa-ana.org/latest-news/recreation-swim

We look forward to seeing everyone at the pool this season!

La natación recreativa empieza el 10 de abril

Spanish/español: https://bit.ly/3cXZmjf

Bơi giải trí bắt đầu vào ngày 10 tháng 4

Vietnamese/Tiếng Việt: https://bit.ly/3fVIYls

A little boy was fatally struck by an SUV at a Garden Grove park

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Editor Posted in Accidents, Garden Grove, Parks and Recreation Leave a comment

Garden Grove police officers and the Orange County Fire Authority were dispatched to a traffic collision that occurred at the Haster Basin Park, located at 12952 Lampson Ave. on the evening of March 18. The collision involved a small SUV and a 6-year-old boy.

The vehicle was traveling in the parking lot when it struck the child. The boy was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.

Members of the Garden Grove Police Department Traffic Unit responded to the scene and conducted an investigation. The driver of the SUV remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.

The vehicle has been impounded for evidence. The investigation is ongoing to determine the cause, and if drugs and/or alcohol impairment was a factor.

Anyone who witnessed this incident is asked to contact Traffic Investigator Paul Ashby at (714) 741-5823.

Santa Ana aquatics programs and girls basketball clinics starting soon

Posted on March 18, 2021 by Editor Posted in Civic Affairs, Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana, Sports, Swimming, Women, Youth Activities Leave a comment

The City of Santa Ana’s Youth Sports Program is offering free Girls Basketball Clinics. The program begins on Monday, March 29, and is open to girls ages 5 to 14.

Registration is required and available at https://secure.rec1.com/CA/santa-ana-ca/catalog.

For additional information, please contact the Youth Sports office at (714) 571-4264.

AQUATICS PROGRAM

The City of Santa Ana’s Aquatics Program is offering swim team practices Monday-Thursday from 5:00 pm – 8:30 p.m. for 5-17 year olds.

The swim lessons program begins on Monday, March 29, and is open to 5 years to adults.

Registration is required and available at www.swimblueray.com/memorial for additional information; please contact the Blueray office at (949) 459-3950.

Clínicas de baloncesto y programa de acuáticos

Spanish/español: https://bit.ly/3twE81q | https://bit.ly/38TaJqr

Các chương trình bóng rổ và dưới nước

Vietnamese/Tiếng Việt: https://bit.ly/3tro15g | https://bit.ly/3vDUQOi

The Santa Ana Zoo has reopened today

Posted on January 31, 2021 by Editor Posted in Civic Affairs, Entertainment, Family, Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana, Santa Ana Zoo, Youth Activities Leave a comment

The Santa Ana Zoo is reopening on Sunday, January 31, 2021, from 10 am to 4 p.m.

The Santa Ana Zoo is subject to capacity and with the following safety modifications:

Masks are required for all persons age 2 and up, at all times, unless seated to eat or drink. For details, please click here for details.
The following attractions are OPEN: Exploration Maze, Colors of the Amazon Aviary, Conservation Education Theatre, Primates, Camels, Tierra de las Pampas, Anteaters, Crean Family Farm (cow, pony, new miniature donkeys!), Treetop Toys Giftshop.
The following are closed: Rides, Indoor spaces (Exploration Outpost & Barn), Playground, Beansprouts Café, Goat Yard & all direct animal-contact interactions.

Regular Hours: Wednesday — Sunday, 10am – 4pm (Closed Monday and Tuesday). FREE PARKING!

We welcome you back to our Urban Oasis. The Zoo remains a great OUTDOOR place to relax and escape and learn about the natural world.

Your support cares for the wildlife at the Zoo and endangered species worldwide. Thank you for all you do. We can’t wait to see you soon!

Check our website for details on safety protocols before you arrive.

Admission:

Adults (13+) – $12
Children (3 – 12) – $9
Seniors (60+) – $9

Yoga, Karate and Zumba classes now available at Santa Ana parks

Posted on October 26, 2020 by Editor Posted in Disease, Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana Leave a comment

To help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in our community, indoor facilities and outdoor recreational spaces may be closed or have modified access until further notice. Outdoor park spaces remain open for passive use.

Outdoor playgrounds, and athletic and recreational fields and courts, have reopened with modified access. Modified outdoor recreational programming is available to the community and registration is open at https://secure.rec1.com/CA/santa-ana-ca/catalog.

• Yoga in the Park:
El Salvador Park
Oct. 26 to Nov. 16
2:30 to 3:20 p.m.
Ages 16 and over
$20 registration

• Karate Do Kiai in the Park:
El Salvador Park
Oct. 27 to Nov. 17
6 to 7 p.m.
Ages 7 and over
$25 registration

• Zumba in The Park:
El Salvador Park
Oct. 29 to Nov. 19
5 to 6 p.m.
Ages 8 and over
$20 registration

For additional information, please call the Recreation Classes Office at (714) 647-5307.

Programas de Recreación Modificados en los Parques Están Disponibles

Para ayudar a mitigar la propagación de COVID-19 en nuestra comunidad, las instalaciones interiores como espacios recreativos al aire libre, estarán cerrados o tendrán acceso modificado hasta nuevo aviso. Áreas infantiles, campos deportivos, áreas recreativas y canchas al aire libre han reabierto con acceso modificado.

La programación recreativa al aire libre modificada está disponible para la comunidad y la inscripción está abierta en: https://secure.rec1.com/CA/santa-ana-ca/catalog

• Yoga en el Parque:
Parque El Salvador
octubre 26 a noviembre 16
2:30 p.m. a las 3:20 p.m.
Mayores de 16 años
Inscripción – $20

• Karate Do Kiai en el Parque:
Parque El Salvador
octubre 27 a noviembre 17
6 p.m. a las 7 p.m.
Mayores de 7 años
Inscripción – $25

• Zumba en el Parque:
Parque El Salvador
octubre 29 a noviembre 19
5 p.m. a las 6 p.m.
Mayores de 8 años
Inscripción – $20

Para más información, favor de llamar a la oficia de Clases Recreativas al (714) 647-5307.

Free COVID-19 testing coming up at local Santa Ana parks and schools

Posted on October 19, 2020 by Editor Posted in Civic Affairs, Disease, Health and Medical, Parks and Recreation, Public Safety, Santa Ana, SAUSD Leave a comment

The City of Santa Ana is providing free COVID-19 testing at parks, high schools and Santa Ana College for all Santa Ana residents. You do not need to have insurance or COVID-19 symptoms to be tested.

Park testing hours are 12:30 to 7 p.m. The dates and locations for upcoming park visits are:

• Oct. 21 – Portola Park, 1700 E. Santa Clara Ave.
• Oct. 23 – Santa Ana Stadium (event will be on Flower Street), 602 N. Flower St.
• Oct. 26 – Adams Park, 2302 S. Raitt St.
• Oct. 28 – Jerome Park, 726 S. Center St.

High school testing hours are 1 to 7 p.m. Please note that the Oct. 22 testing location has changed. These sites are for residents and student athletes:

• Oct. 20 – Valley High School, 1801 S. Greenville St.
• Oct. 22 – Segerstrom High School, 2301 W. McArthur Blvd.
• Oct. 27 – Saddleback High School, 2802 S. Flower St.
• Oct. 29 – Santa Ana High School, 520 W. Walnut St.

Testing at Santa Ana College is available for Santa Ana residents and Santa Ana College students and staff. An appointment is required. Call (877) 362-9779. Upcoming dates and times are:

Wednesdays and Thursdays, 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.:
• Oct. 21
• Oct. 22
• Oct. 28
• Oct. 29

Saturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.:
• Oct. 24
• Oct. 25
• Oct. 31
• Nov. 1

For more information on Santa Ana CARES assistance programs, visit www.santa-ana.org/CARES.

Pruebas de COVID-19 Gratis en los Parques y las Escuelas de Santa Ana

La Ciudad de Santa Ana está proporcionando pruebas gratuitas de COVID-19 en los parques, las escuelas secundarias y en Santa Ana College para todos los residentes de Santa Ana. No se necesita seguro ni síntomas de COVID-19 para hacerse una prueba.

Las horas de las pruebas en los parques son de las 12:30 a las 7 de la tarde. Las fechas y lugares de las próximas visitas a los parques son:
• Oct. 19 – Morrison Park, 2801 N. Westwood Ave.
• Oct. 21 – Portola Park, 1700 E. Santa Clara Ave.
• Oct. 23 – Santa Ana Stadium (el evento va a estar en Flower Street), 602 N. Flower St.
• Oct. 26 – Adams Park, 2302 S. Raitt St.
• Oct. 28 – Jerome Park, 726 S. Center St.

Las horas de pruebas en las escuelas son de la 1 a las 7 de la tarde. Por favor notar que el sitio para el 22 de octubre ha cambiado. Estos sitios son para residentes y atletas estudiantiles:

Pruebas en Santa Ana College está disponible para los residentes de Santa Ana y los alumnos y empleados de Santa Ana College. Se requiere cita. Llame al (877) 362-9779. Las próximas fechas y horas son:

Los miércoles y jueves, de las 2:30 a las 6:30 p.m.:
• Oct. 21
• Oct. 22
• Oct. 28
• Oct. 29

Los sábados y los domingos, de las 9 a.m. a las 4 p.m.:
• Oct. 24
• Oct. 25
• Oct. 31
• Nov. 1

Para más información sobre los programas de asistencia de Santa Ana CARES, visite www.santa-ana.org/CARES.