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ecreation and nature<br />
Jackie Robinson Park<br />
8773 East Avenue R<br />
Littlerock, CA 93543<br />
(661) 944-2880<br />
(661) 944-6603 gymnasium<br />
(661) 944-0413 fax<br />
Dedicated in June 1965 and named after baseball great Jackie Robinson, this<br />
9.24-acre park’s annual celebration of Juneteenth (also known as Freedom Day or<br />
Emancipation Day) attracts over 6,000 community members.<br />
Amenities: Community building, gymnasium, computer lab, multi-purpose<br />
classrooms, and kitchen.<br />
10 | ANTELOPE VALLEY CONNECTION | Enriching Lives<br />
Hours:<br />
Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.<br />
Saturdays 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.<br />
Sundays 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.<br />
James Washington<br />
LA Urban Hero 2007 Award Winner<br />
James won an LA Urban Hero Award in 2007 for his<br />
volunteer service at Jackie Robinson Park. James, a<br />
retired police officer, volunteers his time at the park<br />
to help develop quality programs for the community.<br />
As a police officer James was shot in the line of duty<br />
during a routine traffic stop by gang members.<br />
Despite his injury, he continued to be involved in his<br />
community and serve others. At no charge to students, James started a<br />
beginning guitar class and after two months of learning guitar basics, his<br />
students performed at the annual Juneteenth event. James also promotes<br />
Healthy Parks by teaching an all-purpose fitness class.<br />
YOUTH PROGRAMS<br />
After School Adventure Camp 6-15 years<br />
Monday through Friday 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.<br />
September 2008 through June 2009<br />
Fee: $12/year<br />
Boxing (Boys and Girls) 8-18 years<br />
Monday through Friday 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.<br />
Year Round<br />
Fee: No charge<br />
DID YOU KNOW THAT JACKIE ROBINSON<br />
PARK HAS A FREE BOXING PROGRAM?<br />
Coach Jose Rodriguez teaches anyone that wants to learn<br />
from ages 8 to 38 years. The program also consists of<br />
strength and cardio training at the park’s fitness center. The<br />
program has seen great success with students winning<br />
state and national titles. Stop by today and learn more!<br />
Cheerleading and Dance Squad 6-17 years<br />
Wednesdays and Fridays 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.<br />
Year Round<br />
Fee: $25/year<br />
Drum Corps 6-18 years<br />
Mondays and Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.<br />
Year Round<br />
Fee: No charge<br />
Sheriff’s Youth Activity League<br />
Boys and girls from 5th to 12th grade can sign up for youth<br />
basketball, field trips, and other activities. Call Deputy<br />
Oates at (661) 944-2880 for more information.<br />
Toy Loan 2-12 years<br />
Mondays and Wednesdays 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.<br />
Year Round<br />
Fee: No charge.
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