The City of Ventura is excited to announce the release of its next Fall Activity Guide! Registration begins Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. and will be available online, over the phone, or in person at City Hall, Room 226, 501 Poli Street. Registration information and policies can be found on page 43. Discover over 300 upcoming classes, programs, and events scheduled from September through January at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/ActivityGuide.
The Fall Activity Guide offers a diverse range of classes and programs for all ages, including Beginner Ceramics, a Bus Tour to see Hamilton at the Pantages Theatre, Aikido, and a collection of classes in fitness, art, aquatics, sports, pet wellness, and more.
Every City of Ventura residence will receive a printed copy of the Fall Activity Guide by mail. Additional copies can be picked up during business hours at City Hall and other City facilities, including the Westpark Community Center, Barranca Vista Community Center, Ventura Aquatics Center, and Ventura Avenue Adult Center.
“This year’s National Park and Recreation theme is ‘Where You Belong,’ and that is what we strive to create for our residents: a sense of belonging and community,” said Parks and Recreation Director Stacey Zarazua. “Our goal is to provide positive and inclusive programs for all ages, welcoming outdoor spaces, and essential services like food and child-care.”
According to the National Recreation and Park Association’s 2023 Engagement with Parks Report, 84 percent of U.S. adults consider high-quality parks and recreation essential when choosing a place to live, and 88 percent believe it is vital for local park and recreation agencies to engage with all community members to ensure offerings meet their needs.
The City of Ventura Parks and Recreation Department manages over 800 acres of parks and open space and oversees three community centers, three community gardens, multiple historic sites, and the Ventura Aquatic Center. Learn more at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/ParksRecreation.
