Parks are an important aspect of the health and joy for the San Fernando community and play a vital role in how San Fernando residents manage the changes to the way we all live, work and play. However, in March 2020, the City of San Fernando suspended senior, recreation, and community programs as a precautionary measure to protect residents, especially the more vulnerable senior population, from further spread of COVID-19.
As the Recreation and Community Services Department continues to assess daily operations and implement precautionary measures in response to COVID-19 with the foremost being the health and safety of our residents, we are excited to provide a variety of online and virtual activities to keep you busy. Please check back often as we plan on adding more activities.
The Department would also like to remind all park guests that per the current “Safer at Home” Order, 6 feet of physical distancing is required and group gatherings are prohibited at all San Fernando park sites.
Thank you for your support and understanding as we adapt to this fluid situation. These extraordinary efforts will help with the City, County and global effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.
RecScape
(February 2021)
A monthly list of activities, links and videos for community members of all ages to access directly from your home until we are able to reopen our facilities.
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MARIACHI MASTER APPRENTICE PROGRAM 20TH ANNIVERSARY VIRTUAL CONCERT
FUN FROM HOME
Submit photos of your spooky projects and creative costumes at Recreation@sfcity.org
Projects and activities were obtained from the following sources: YouTube, Pinterest & DIY.com
CONTACT INFORMATION
(818) 898-1290 | Recreation@sfcity.org
Recreation Park | 208 Park Avenue, San Fernando
FUN FROM HOME ACTIVITIES
AGES: 5 – 8
SUPPLIES: Construction paper (black, yellow, pink, red), marker, glue or tape, scissors, pipe cleaners, googly eyes.
ADORABLE MINION VALENTINE’S DAY HEARTS
AGES: 5 – 8
SUPPLIES: Construction paper (yello0w, black, blue, white, gray), scissors, glue, black marker.
KIDS ARTISTS’ BURTON MORRIS-INSPIRED HEARTS
AGES: 9 – 13
SUPPLIES: Cardstock or construction paper (black and a variety of bright colors), scissors, glue, black marker.
BUILDING WITH STRAWS – A STEM ACTIVITY
AGES: 5 – 10
SUPPLIES: Bendable drinking straws, tape.
EPIC BOTTLE ROCKET (ADULT SUPERVISION/ASSISTANCE REQUIRED)
AGES: 9 – 13
SUPPLIES: Empty 2 liter soda bottle, duct tape, 3 pencils (or same size sticks), cork (to fit bottle), paper towels, baking soda, vinegar (large bottle).
STRING ART (ADULT SUPERVISION/ASSISTANCE REQUIRED)
AGES: 5 – 13
SUPPLIES: String or yarn, liquid water colors (or watered down tempera paint), plastic cups, white cardstock paper, paper towels, old heavy book.
DIY MICROSCOPE FOR KIDS CRAFT (ADULT SUPERVISION/ASSISTANCE REQUIRED)
AGES: 5 – 8
SUPPLIES: Recycled laundry detergent bottle, recycled paper towel roll (or any long cardboard tube), scissors or craft knife, hot glue gun and glue sticks, small pieces of cardboard.
HOW TO MAKE STUFF VIDEOS
How to Make Color Bombs
How to Make Slime
How to Make Slime
How to Make a Lava Lamp
How to Make a Nature Pencil Holder
How to Make Ice Cream
COMMUNITY SERVICES
CONTACT INFORMATION
Juan Salas, Community Services Supervisor
(818) 898-1290 | Recreation@sfcity.org
Recreation Park | 208 Park Avenue, San Fernando
TEENS FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY
CONTACT INFORMATION
Juan Salas, Community Services Supervisor
(818) 898-1290 | Recreation@sfcity.org
Recreation Park | 208 Park Avenue, San Fernando
TUTČINT YOUTH EMPOWERMENT
Due to the current pandemic, all programming is currently online using Zoom Video Conferencing. We work with teens ages 13-17 years of age, from a variety of local middle and high schools.
Online referrals can be completed on our website at: www.pukuu.org/tutcint/.
CONTACT INFORMATION
(661) 670-1311 | Carrie.Castro@pukuu.org
Las Palmas Park | 505 S. Huntington Street, San Fernando, CA 91340
CULTURAL ARTS
CONTACT INFORMATION
(818) 898-1290 | Recreation@sfcity.org
Recreation Park | 208 Park Avenue, San Fernando, CA 91340
FITNESS & WELLNESS
CONTACT INFORMATION
(818) 898-1290 | Recreation@sfcity.org
Recreation Park | 208 Park Avenue, San Fernando, CA 91340
OUTDOOR FITNESS
ZUMBA
TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING
STRENGTH & ENERGY
SENIOR SERVICES
CONTACT INFORMATION
Juan Salas, Community Services Supervisor
(818) 898-7340 | Recreation@sfcity.org
Las Palmas Park | 505 S. Huntington St, San Fernando, CA 91340
PARK FACILITIES

1100 Pico Street, San Fernando, CA 91340
(818) 898-1290 | Recreation@sfcity.org
Enjoy free guided tours every 4th Sunday of the month, or by appointment.
The property was acquired from the King of Spain via a grant to DeCelis. The chain of title deed is on display in the dining room of the adobe. An upper apartment was the home of a daughter, Kate Lopez Millen from 1931 until her death in 1961. Her children sold the adobe to the City of San Fernando in 1970. This purchase was made possible by a Historical Preservation grant, given to save the house from destruction. The 1971 earthquake did not do too much structural damage and, in 1974, it was restored as the original building for use as an early historical site. A group of San Fernando citizens, students and organizations contributed time, labor, talents, and money to prepare the home for its grand opening on April 5, 1975.
The adobe is registered as a National Historical Site, a state and county Historical Site, and the California Historical Advisory Committee says it is considered an important historical point of interest in the state.
San Fernando has been presented with a Gold Seal Award from the San Fernando Valley Beautiful Association for the beautiful Casa de Geronimo Lopez adobe and the grounds surrounding the home.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The Lopez Adobe is currently looking for docents, administrative, and community service temporary volunteers. We are especially in need of docents who can lead tours in Spanish or English, and enjoy working with children. No experience is necessary, and training and materials are free. If you are interested, please complete and submit an application (see Forms Section below). After filling out/submitting the application, our Museum Coordinator will call you to schedule an interview. If selected, you will be asked to complete a background check, attend a docent training, and volunteer orientation. The training course for docents and volunteer personnel emphasizes teaching techniques, and the museum’s collections through lectures, workshops, and readings.
For more information regarding volunteer opportunities, please contact:
Virginia Diediker, Cultural Arts Supervisor
(818) 898-1290 | VDiediker@sfcity.org

Located on the corner of Wolfskill Street and Truman Street
(818) 898-1290 | Recreation@sfcity.org
The César Chávez Memorial honors the legacy and work of the late farmworker leader. The construction of the memorial is the culmination of efforts by many community members who recognize Chávez’s impact to promote justice and equity for all Americans. The memorial is developed on a 23,000 square foot area of land in the City of San Fernando. The concept for the memorial consists of four separate art pieces placed in a park setting. The City along with various community organizers sponsors an annual march in honor of Chávez. The City of San Fernando, preceding the State of California’s decision, became the first in the nation to designate his birthday, March 31, an official holiday.
The memorial consists of four different elements reflecting the life of César Chávez and the farmworkers struggle, a single life size statue of César Chávez is poised in front of a series of ten figures representing the farmworkers plight and eventual empowerment. Other features also designed by the artist include a fountain and mural. The fountain is in the shape of the United Farmworkers (UFW) eagle symbol, with the “César Chávez Prayer” inscribed on one side and painting on the other side. The mural is 100 feet in length and provides a visual chronology of César Chávez life.
The artist selected to design the Memorial, Ingacio Gomez, is a well known community artist who has been involved in various art projects in Los Angeles and throughout the nation.

505 South Huntington Street, San Fernando, CA 91340
(818) 898-7340 | Recreation@sfcity.org
OPEN GYM HOURS | Contact Us for the Current Schedule
PARK FEATURES
- Multi Purpose Rooms
- Indoor Gymnasium
- Baseball Fields (4)
- Outdoor Basketball Courts (3)
- Playground
- Outdoor Fitness Area
- “A Wall with a Mission” Mural
- Picnic Areas
- Public BBQs
- Concession Stand
- Restrooms

120 North Huntington Street, San Fernando, CA 91340
(818) 898-1290 | Recreation@sfcity.org
PARK FEATURES
- Outdoor Basketball Court
- Playground
- Picnic Areas

828 Harding Street, San Fernando, CA 91340
(818) 898-1290 | Recreation@sfcity.org
PARK FEATURES
- Baseball Fields (2)
- Outdoor Basketball Court
- Outdoor Tennis Courts (2)
- Playground
- Picnic Areas
- Public BBQs
- Concession Stand
- Restrooms

208 Park Avenue, San Fernando, CA 91340
(818) 898-1290 | Recreation@sfcity.org
OPEN GYM HOURS | Contact Us for the Current Schedule
PARK FEATURES
- Multi Purpose Rooms
- Indoor Gymnasium
- Softball Field
- Outdoor Basketball Court
- Playground
- Outdoor Fitness Areas (2)
- Picnic Areas
- Public BBQs
- Concession Stand
- Restrooms

2025 Fourth Street, San Fernando, CA 91340
(818) 898-1290 | Recreation@sfcity.org
PARK FEATURES
- Tea House
- Walking Trail

CONTACT AND FACILITY INFORMATION
300 Park Avenue, San Fernando, CA 91340
Aquatic Programming (818) 256-2033 | Reservations (800) 267-2757
parks.lacounty.gov
- Olympic Size Pool
- 1 and 3 Meter Diving Boards
- Small Recreation Pool with Spray Features
- Water Slide
- Splash Pad
- Concession Stand
- Patio Around the Pool
- Banquet Room with Veranda
- Small Classroom
- Lifeguard Office
- Lifeguard Tower
- Restrooms
- Changing Area
- Locker Room
- Showers
- Parking
EVENTS
GRADUATE RECOGNITION
Graduate Banners were displayed on Truman Street, between San Fernando Mission Blvd and Fox St, through August 2020.
QUESTIONS?
- (818) 898-7340
CONTACT US
208 Park Avenue, San Fernando, CA 91340
(818) 898-1290 | Recreation@sfcity.org