From extended recreation hours to free lunch for kids, and from swimming classes to a fashion show, the Chula Vista Recreation Department has many fun activities planned for the entire family this summer. In addition to several camps (some openings still remain) here are some June event highlights:
Splash into Summer at the Otay Recreation Center, located at 3554 Main Street, Monday-Friday from 12 to 4 p.m. through July 14. Free activities for children ages 5-16 include arts and crafts, special events, Wi games, snow cone days and much more.
Children ages 1 to 18 can receive a free lunch and a snack Monday through Friday at the Otay Recreation Center from June 12-July 14. Lunch will be served from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., and snacks are served from 2:30 to 3 p.m.; all food must be consumed on the premises. The free lunch program is provided by the South Bay Union School District. Due to the Fourth of July holiday, the Center will not be open and no food will be served.
Summer swim programs are offered at Loma Verde Aquatic Center, 1420 Loma Lane, through July 19, and from July 1-20, at the Parkway Aquatic Center, 385 Park Way. Classes are for ages six months to adult and Saturday lessons are available. Visit www.chulavistaca.gov/goto/swim for more details.
Norman Park Senior Center, located at 270 F Street, is hosting a Diabetes and Nutrition presentation on Wednesday, June 21, at 10 a.m. The free talk is presented by Walgreen’s. Then stick around for the annual Fashion Show and Luncheon at noon on June 21! Reservations are required and the fee is $5 for Chula Vista residents and $6 for non-residents. Call (619) 409-1931 for more information.
The Otay Recreation Center is hosting a parking lot sale on Saturday, July 15, from 6 a.m. to noon. Space is still available if you are interested in reserving a spot to sell items; fee is only $10 and all proceeds go to you! Register in person at the Center, 3554 Main Street, and don’t forget to shop there on July 15!
For registration information and details on these and many other activities and events, go to the Recreation Department website at www.chulavistaca.gov/recreation.
