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2022 SPRING
ACTIVITY GUIDE
VALLEY-WIDE RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT
SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1972
Celebrating five decades of community service
Come to our 50th Anniversary Celebration on April 2nd
at Diamond Valley Lake Community Park. Details on Pg 25
message
the best pediatricians Dean Wetter, General Manager
Fifty years...
are in your neighborhood. VALLEY-WIDE RECREATION AND PARK
DISTRICT HAS BEEN PROVIDING PARKS
AND RECREATION SERVICES TO THE
COMMUNITY FOR HALF A CENTURY.
What started with phone calls and has served for more than 40 years.
from moms looking for activities The first Executive Director
for their children has grown into a was Ralph Acosta, followed by
district with more than 100 parks Nancy Crook, Sam Goepp and Jeff
and facilities in an 800-square Leatherman.
mile area that stretches from the With our long history comes our
French Valley to the San Jacinto dedicated staff and some of them have
Mountains, and is home to more made Valley-Wide Recreation one of
than 275,000 residents. Starting the best Districts by serving more than
with one park in San Jacinto, there 30 years with us including: Senior
are now parks and/or community Recreation Supervisor Missy Galloway,
centers in Hemet, Valle Vista, the retired Joy Mangabat and Mike
For more than 25 years, Menifee, Winchester, French Valley Thomas and the late Michael Paul.
and Aguanga. The mission of Valley-Wide
Children’s Primary Care Medical Group But we do not measure success Recreation and Park District is to
has been the region’s only pediatric health network in years or facilities, we measure
it in smiles. And by our count that
responsibly provide exceptional
programs and quality park facilities
focused on children, their health and well-being. number surpasses the millions. that promote community involvement
It is our pleasure to provide and healthy lifestyles, and I am proud
activities for everyone from to say that for the past 50 years
Our pediatricians offer patient-focused, family-centered care including newborns to super seniors. Heck, we have done that and have been
well visits, newborn care, camp and sports physicals, developmental screenings, we have been around long enough recognized as an award-winning park
behavioral and mental health consultations and complimentary prenatal visits. that anyone who was born in 1972, District in the State of California.
We also provide same day appointments, video visits, evening and weekend hours, when the district began, can now My name is Dean Wetter, it is my
compete in the OLDlympics, a honor to say that I am the General
24/7 telephone medical advice and 24/7 secure, online access to your child’s health records series of competition for people 50 Manager for Valley-Wide Recreation
and referrals to specialists at Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego as needed. and older. and Park District.
Many people have brought us As we look to the next 50 years and
CPCMG has nine offices serving Hemet, Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula and Wildomar. where we are today. The first Board beyond, we invite you to stay healthy,
of Directors was Robertson Clark, stay active and to come out and play!
Darrell Von Driska, Ronald Beavers, We hope to see you at our 50th
Harold Arnold and Erich Russell. anniversary celebration on April 2 at
Other prominent community Diamond Valley Community Park.
members who have served on the Go Recreation,
Board of Directors include Jack and Go Valley-Wide!
Gisela Gosch, John McDonough,
Ken Hyatt, Nick Jones, Frank
Gorman, Larry Minor, Rose Salgado Dean Wetter, GM
Valley-Wide Recreation
and Nick Schouten, who is the and Park District
current vice president of our Board
cpcmg.net
Affiliated with
Rady Children’s Health Network
Visit us at GoRecreation.org • Spring // Summer 3
Westend Cushions & Umbrellas
Over 25 Years
upcoming events QUALITY ~ COMFORT ~ STYLE of Experience
*Subject to change or cancellation
APRIL 2
Baseball/Softball Opening
MAY 28 Outdoor Furniture in
Stock Now!
Pool opens for the season
Day + Valley-Wide 50th
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Anniversary Celebration
Diamond Valley Lake Park JULY 4
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Independence Day
APRIL 9
Regional Park (951) 925-6015 405 N. Buena Vista St.
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Bunny Hop
Diamond Valley Lake Park SEPT. 17 - OCT. 4 westendcushions.com Hemet, CA 9243
------------------ Oldlympics
APRIL 16 Various locations
Easter Egg Hunts ------------------
French Valley Community Center SEPTEMBER 24
Americans with Marion V. Ashley Community Center
Diamond Valley Lake Park
Pumpkin Plunge
Diamond Valley Aquatic Center
Disabilities Act
(ADA)
In accordance with the requirements directory
of Title II of the Americans with
Recreation + Park District
Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”) and
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation ADMINISTRATION
Act of 1973 (“Section 504”), Valley- Website....................................GoRecreation.org French Valley Baseball
real car wwash
Wide Recreation & Park District Special Events......................................654-1505 and Softball Associations....................... fvbsa.org
Hemet Juventus FC (Soccer Club)..........634-7124
Come to A
will neither discriminate against FACILITIES
Grandfathers for Golf....................909-754-4148
qualified individuals with disabilities Diamond Valley Aquatic Center............929-0047
TVSA Hawks.......................................... tvsa.org
on the basis of disability in its Diamond Valley Community
Elite Gymnastics............................714-600-3099
services, programs or activities, nor Park Ballfields......................................926-5917
District Office/Regional Park.................654-1505 ADULT SPORTS
exclude or deny individuals with
Echo Hills Golf Course..........................652-2203 Sports Programs (Hemet I San Jacinto).. 487-9234
disabilities an equal opportunity to
French Valley Community Center Sports Programs (Menifee)...................672-6744
receive program benefits or services. (Rancho Bella Vista Park).....................894-1468 Sports Programs (French Valley)............894-1468 BEST OF
Marion V. Ashley Community Center INLAND
ICE
Lawn Bowling @ Gibbel Park...............929-3684
EMPIRE
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If you need accommodations to (Menifee/Romoland).............................928-2700 OLDlympics..........................................654-1505 202 1
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access information or participate Menifee Community Center/ Senior Softball...................... vwseniorsoftball.org
in Valley-Wide Recreation & Park Wheatfield Park...................................672-6744 Shuffleboard........................................660-1677
Menifee Gym.......................................672-0507
District public meetings, programs BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Sport Center.........................................487-9234
or services, please contact the ADA/ President..............................................Jan Bissell
Valle Vista Community Center..............927-6673
Section 504 Coordinator James Winchester Community Center.............926-5917 Vice President............................... Nick Schouten
Edwards at 901 W. Esplanade Ave., Secretary......................................Angela D. Little
YOUTH SPORTS Director......................................... Steve Simpson
San Jacinto, CA 92582
Sports Programs Director............................................. Mike Juarez
Email: (Hemet/San Jacinto Valley)...................487-9234
FRIENDS OF VALLEY-WIDE
5/31/22
5/31/22
JamesE@GoRecreation.org Sports Programs (Menifee)...................672-6744
Sports Programs (French Valley)............894-1468 FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Cindy Domenigoni................................. President
Phone: A.Y.S.O. (Outdoor Soccer)
Nick Schouten................................Vice President
(951) 654-1505 Hemet/San Jacinto........................... ayso137.net
or 951-888-0137 Rod Tolliver........................................... Secretary
Kimberly Jones...................................... Treasurer
Fax: A.Y.S.O. (Outdoor Soccer)
(951) 654-5279 French Valley................................. ayso1508.org Matt Brudin, Chama Cliff, Guy Excell, Tim Hults,
5/31/22
5/31/22
David McDonough, Milly Paulson-Valdez, Mike
Record, Tom Wilson and Blaine Womer
4 Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District • MARCH - SEPTEMBER 2022
contents about
Spring // Summer 2022 Valley-Wide Recreation + Park District
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GENERAL MANAGER’S MESSAGE
DIRECTORY - CONTACT INFO
ABOUT VALLEY-WIDE
12 26 SPECIAL CLASSES + The Valley-Wide Recreation and Park
District is an independent special
8 SITES AT A GLANCE EVENTS HAPPENINGS district created to provide park and
20 CELEBRATING HALF A CENTURY Calendar of numerous Sports, instructional and recreation services for an area that now
24 MEET OUR BOARD happenings for the event listings for each includes more than 275,000 residents.
months ahead. Valley-Wide facility. Our boundaries encompass an
25 YOU’RE INVITED! REGISTER ONLINE!:
800-square-mile area, which includes
the cities of Hemet, Menifee and GoRecreation.org
San Jacinto and the unincorporated Did you know you can register online for sports
communities of Aguanga, French programs throughout Valley-Wide Recreation and
Valley, Winchester and Valle Vista. In Park District by visiting GoRecreation.org? Keep REFUNDS & CANCELLATIONS:
the early 1970s, a group of San Jacinto checking the website as we continue to provide 25% of fee or $25.00, whichever is less,
Valley residents teamed up to promote up-to-date information on our activities. will be charged on all refunds. There will be no
a Park District to offer recreational refunds after final registration dates or after the
opportunities for youths, adults and THEY’RE YOUR PARKS… program is in progress. Programs are subject to
seniors. The District was approved by No actually they’re our parks, and we need your change without notice.
voters and authorized on July 27, 1972. help to keep them beautiful! Here are some simple
Since its creation, the District has requests to help us keep them that way. Please FACILITIES FOR RENT:
grown from one park to 100 parks and pick up your trash and if you are barbecuing, Valley-Wide facilities are available for
facilities, many of which have received please make sure to dampen your coals and weddings, receptions, group meetings,
national and state recognition for their dispose of them properly. In addition, smoking and anniversary parties, birthdays, dances, etc.
design, innovation and style, as well For more info, contact Rene for events at the
alcohol are not allowed in the parks at anytime.
as youth and adult sports leagues
During special events, dogs are not allowed in Sport Center 654-1505, Keri at the Valle Vista
and hundreds of educational and
the parks, and during regular operating hours, Community Center 927-6673, Joe at French
recreational classes and programs.
dogs must be on a leash, and accompanied by the Valley Community Center 894-1468, Lanay at
owner at all times. Menifee Gym 672-0507, Tanner at Marion V.
VALLEY-WIDE WEBSITE: Ashley Community Center 928-2700, Robert at
GoRecreation.org GENERAL DISTRICT INFORMATION Winchester Community Center 926-5917.
Come check out Valley-Wide Recreation
and Park District’s website! It contains all of INSURANCE INFORMATION: INSTRUCTORS WANTED
our current programs, youth and adult sports Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District is Do you have a special talent? Would you like
information, instructional class information, unable to assume responsibility for injuries or to share that special talent with other people?
sports game scores, plus much, much more! accidents occurring on grounds while participating If you answered yes, Valley-Wide Recreation and
in programs or activities. Such insurance would Park District is looking for you!
OUR MISSION: make program fees prohibitive. Cake decorating, calligraphy, gardening,
The mission of Valley-Wide Recreation bridge or pinochle, needlepoint, guitar or
and Park District is to responsibly provide OUT OF DISTRICT FEES: whatever!
exceptional programs and quality park An additional per program fee will be charged If you are interested in teaching a class,
facilities that promote community to each participant living outside the District contact us at (951) 654-1505. Instructors are
involvement and healthy lifestyles. boundaries. wanted for Valley-Wide Regional Park in San
Jacinto, Valle Vista Community Center in Valle
SOCIAL MEDIA: JUMPERS/BOUNCE HOUSE: Vista, French Valley Community Center in French
Follow us and engage on lnstragram, All jumpers and bounce houses must be pre- Valley, Marion V. Ashley Community Center in
Please follow our website, gorecreation.org Facebook, Twitter and YouTube approved by Valley-Wide Recreation and Park Menifee, Winchester Community Center, and
@valleywiderec District. Wheatfield Park in Menifee.
or social media, @valleywiderec for updates.
6 Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District • MARCH - SEPTEMBER 2022 Visit us at GoRecreation.org • Spring // Summer 7
Gym/Community Ctr.
Gym/Community Ctr.
Basketball Courts
Basketball Courts
Picnic Structures
Picnic Structures
Volleyball Courts
Volleyball Courts
Pickleball Courts
Pickleball Courts
sites at a glance sites at a glance
Horseshoe Pits
Horseshoe Pits
Lighted Fields
Tennis Courts
Lighted Fields
Tennis Courts
Soccer Fields
Fitness Trails
Soccer Fields
Fitness Trails
Total Acres
Restrooms
Total Acres
Play Areas
Restrooms
Play Areas
Ballfields
Dog Park
Ballfields
Dog Park
Parks + Facilities + Trails Parks + Facilities + Trails
SITES AT A GLANCE 2022 SITES AT A GLANCE 2022
FRENCH VALLEY SITES
Abelia Sports Park 17 N 2 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 Y 2 Y N MENIFEE VALLEY SITES
Adeline's Farm Park 1 N 2 N 1 N N Aldergate Park 7.37 N 1 2 1 Y N Y
Avignon Park 0.5 N 1 N N N Autumn Breeze Park 2 N 1 N N N
Brookfield Park 12 N 1 1 2 1 1 N 1 Y N Brindle Mills Park 0.37 N 1 N 1 N N
Butterfield Park 5 N 1 1 2 1 Y N N Desert Green Park 0.5 N N N N
Capri Pocket Park 0.5 N N N N
Discovery Park 8 N 1 2 1 Y 1 N N
Crown Valley Park 11 N 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 Y 1 N N
El Dorado Park 4 N 1 2 N 2 N N
Emerald Park 5 N 1 1 2 1 Y N N
Eller Park 5 N 1 1 2 2 Y 1 Y N
Fieldview Park 7 N 1 1 2 1 Y 1 Y N
Fitness Trail – Benton Channel - N N Y N Fitness Trail - Heritage Lake Paseos - N N Y N
Fitness Trail – Shrimp Lane 21.2 N N Y N Fitness Trail - Railroad - N N Y N
Heritage Ranch Park 11 N 1 2 1 1 Y 1 N N Grand Vista Park 0.3
Heroes Park 16 N 1 Y 2 Y Y Heritage Heights Pocket Park 0.5 N 1 N 1 N N
Honey Pine Park 0.58 N 1 N 1 N N Heritage Park 5 N 2 2 N 2 N N
Kona Park 1 N 1 N N N Heritage Lake Sports Park 20 N 6 3 3 2 1 Y 2 Y N
Leon Park and Fitness Trail 5 N 1 2 2 N 1 Y N
Hidden Meadows Park 2.5 N 1 1 N N N
Linear Park and Fitness Trail 11 N 2 N 1 Y N
Lago Vista Sports Park 20 N 3 3 1 2 1 Y 1 Y N
Linear Workout Park 1 N N Y N
Mahogany Meadows Park 5 N 1 1 1 2 Y 3 Y N La Paloma Park 5 N 1 Y N N
Mahogany Meadows Pocket Park 0.22 N 1 N 1 N N Mahogany Creek Park 6 N 2 1 N 1 Y N
Northfield Pocket Park 1 N N N N Mahogany Creek Pocket Park 0.22 N N N N
Pompei Pocket Park 0.34 N N N N Marion V. Ashley Center & Park 12 Y 2 2 1 Y 1 Y N
Pourroy Fields 9 N 4 N N N McCall Canyon Park 4 N 2 1 N N N
Primrose Park 3 N 1 1 N 1 N N Menifee Comm Center & Wheatfield Park 25 Y 6 2 2 2 1 2 2 Y 1 N N
Rancho Bella Vista Center & Park 7 Y 1 1 1 2 1 Y 1 Y N
Menifee Gymnasium - Y Y N N
Rancho Bella Vista II Center & Park 5 Y 1 1 1 Y 1 N N
Menifee South Tot Lot 2 N 1 N N N
Sheffield Park 14 N 2 4 Y Y N
Sicily Pocket Park 0.34 N N N N Mira Park 5.66 N 1 2 1 N 1 N N
Spencer's Crossing Sports Park 12 N 2 3 2 1 1 Y 3 Y N Mosaic Park 1.6 N 2 1 N 1 N N
Tucalota Park 4.5 N 1 1 1 1 Y 1 N N Pepita Square Park 0.5 N N N N
Victory Park 5 N 1 1 1 1 Y 1 N N Rolling Hills Park 2.5 N 1 N 1 N N
Wagon Wheel Pocket Park 1 N 1 N N N Sunrise Park 11 N 2 2 2 Y 1 Y N
Washington Park 5 N 1 1 2 1 Y 1 N N Woodbine Park 5 N 1 2 2 N N N
Watermill Pocket Park 1 N N N N
SITES UNDER DEVELOPMENT
SITES UNDER DEVELOPMENT
Braverde Veteran’s Park 9.49 N 2 3 1 2 2 2 Y 1 Y
Eagle Crest Park 5 N 1 1 1 1 Y Y N N
FUTURE PLANNED SITES
FUTURE PLANNED SITES
Belle Terre Park 3.8 N Country View Park 3.7 N
Coventry Road Pocket Park 1.5 N Mountain Gate Park 10 N
8 Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District • MARCH - SEPTEMBER 2022 Visit us at GoRecreation.org • Spring // Summer 9
Gym/Community Ctr.
Basketball Courts
Picnic Structures
Volleyball Courts
Pickleball Courts
Horseshoe Pits
Lighted Fields
Tennis Courts
Soccer Fields
Fitness Trails
sites at a glance
Total Acres
Restrooms
Play Areas
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Ballfields
Dog Park
SITES
Parks +AT A GLANCE
Facilities 2022
+ Trails 24 Hour Emergency Service Available
HEMET & SAN JACINTO SITES The Best for
Aquatic Center (DVL)
Bill Gray Park
5
5
N
N 1 2
1
1
Y
N
1 N
N
N
N
Outdoor & Indoor
Cottonwood Community Center & Park
Diamond Valley Lake Sports Park
10
85
Y
N
1
8 10 3
1 1
4
1 N
Y
1
3
Y
Y
N
N
Equipment!
Echo Hills Golf Course 28 N Y 1 N N
Jim Venable Exchange Club
Sport Center & Regional Park
(Jerry) Searl Center & Park
8
36
11
N
Y
Y
7
3
4
3
6
1
2
1
2
6
2 4
2
6
9
1
4
1
Y
Y
Y
3
3
Y
Y
N
N
N
N
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OFF
Valle Vista (Fire Station) Park 7 N 1 2 1 N N N Restrictions apply
Valle Vista (Louis M. Jackson) Center & Park 10 Y 3 1 Y 4 N N Please see store for details.
SITES UNDER DEVELOPMENT 16’x7’
None Sectional
FUTURE PLANNED SITES Garage Door
*in White or Almond.
San Jacinto River Park 52 N Call for
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Conestoga Park 4.9 N 1 4 2 1 Y 2 N N
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Winchester Domenigoni Park 20 Y 3 3 1 2 1 1 Y 2 N N
Winchester Trails Park 2 N 2 1 N 1 N N
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SITES UNDER DEVELOPMENT
None
WaterWise
FUTURE PLANNED SITES
Canter Wood Park 9.2 N Simple ways to save
water, and use it
TIPS
Keller Crossing Park 5 N
Pleasant Valley Park 1.5 N wisely
Prairie Crossing Pocket Park .25 N
Settlers Pocket Park 1.12 N
Stone Gate 8.2 N
Winchester Ranch Sports Park 34 N Reduce or remove
Water landscapes
Winchester Ridge Park 5 N turf grass and replace
between 9:00 p.m.
it with water-wise
All Valley-Wide Parks offer a wide range of amenities for members of the and 6:00 a.m.
landscaping
local community. Athletic fields, plentiful picnic areas, water activities - you name it and
you can find a park offering fun activies and well-maintained facilities near you. Additionally,
many of our parks and community centers offer classes and special events for the whole
family. Residents within the Valley-Wide boundaries enjoy the most parks per population — Check for leaks – Check irrigation
setting the standard at nearly 5 acres per 1,000 residents.
toilets, faucets, and frequently, adjust for
shower heads overspray and runoff
Stay WaterWise Learn more at:
with FREE and www.emwd.org/
low-cost programs stay-waterwise
www.emwd.org
10 Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District • MARCH - SEPTEMBER 2022 951.928.3777
events
Spring // Summer 2022
Visit gorecreation.org and social media @valleywiderec for updates.
All events are subject to cancellation based on state and county health orders at the time.
YOUTH BASEBALL/GIRLS ANNUAL BUNNY HOP
SOFTBALL OPENING DAY 5K FAMILY FUN RUN
SATURDAY, APRIL 2 SATURDAY, APRIL 9
Come watch us kickoff the 2022 LOCATION: Diamond Valley Lake Soccer
seasons of Youth Baseball and Girls Fields, 1801 Angler Ave., Hemet
Softball with festivities that include a TIMES: 9:00 a.m. Tot Hop;
ceremony to introduce every player. 9:15 a.m. 1K Hop; 9:30 a.m. 5k Walk;
LOCATION: Diamond Valley Lake 10:00 a.m. 5K Run INDEPENDENCE DAY OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
FEES: $5.00 Tot Hop; $10.00 1K Hop,
ballfields, 1801 Angler Ave., Hemet CELEBRATION
INFO: (951) 487-9234
5K Walk/Run. **First 50 people to sign MONDAY, JULY 4 OCTOBER
up for the 1K/5K will get a FREE Bunny LOCATION: Valley-Wide Regional Park, 1 Dog Daze
VALLEY-WIDE 50TH ANNIVERSARY Hop T-Shirt. There will be an additional 901 W. Esplanade Ave., San Jacinto Aldergate
CELEBRATION $5.00 fee for signups on race day. TIME: Fireworks at dusk. 15 Halloween Block Party
INFO: (951) 929-0047 or (951) 927-6673. Valle Vista
SATURDAY, APRIL 2 FEE: Free
28 Halloween
Join us for an afternoon and evening
EASTER EGG HUNTS Winchester
of music, games, food and family fun OLDLYMPICS
SATURDAY, APRIL 16 31 Halloween Spooktacular
as we celebrate the district’s 50th SEPTEMBER 16-OCTOBER 4 French Valley
Bring your own basket and the family The 37th Annual OLDlympics are
anniversary.
and join us for fun in the park this coming! Start getting into shape
TIME: 2 p.m. NOVEMBER
Easter! The Easter Egg Hunts starts for these great sporting events for
LOCATION: Diamond Valley Lake Soccer 5 Autumn Elegance
promptly and don’t last long, so make competitors who are 50 and older.
Fields, 1801 Angler Ave., Hemet Soboba Casino
FEE: Free (except for food trucks)
sure to arrive early. Activities will range from Cribbage, 19 Turkey Trot
INFO: (951) 654-1505
LOCATIONS + TIMES: Rancho Bella Vista Park, 31757 Horseshoes and Swimming to Track and DVL Park
Browning St. Murrieta. 10 a.m. Field and a lot more. Registration will
begin in mid July. DECEMBER
Diamond Valley Lake Community Park LOCATION: Various 2 Tree Lighting
ballfields, 1801 Angler Ave., Hemet, TIME: Varies Regional Park
10:30 a.m. FEE: $5 and up based on the number of 7 Gingerbread House
events signed up for French Valley
INFO: (951) 927-6673. 8 Gingerbread House
Marion V. Ashley Community Center,
Marion Ashley
25625 Briggs Rd. Menifee, 10 a.m.
9 Grinch Christmas
AGES: 12 and younger THE GREAT PUMPKIN PLUNGE
Winchester
FEES: Free SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
10 Breakfast w/Santa
INFO: (951) 654-1505 The 14th annual event will feature
Regional Park
swimming and games as the aquatic
13 Gingerbread House
POOL OPENING WEEKEND center closes for the season. Valle Vista
SATURDAY-MONDAY, MAY 28-30 LOCATION: Diamond Valley Lake Aquatic
Valley-Wide Recreation’s Aquatic Center Center, 1801 Angler Ave, Hemet JANUARY 2023
is a heated 25-yard outdoor pool with a TIME: Noon-4 p.m.
7 Polar Plunge
water slide, zero depth entry with water
FEES: $2.00 Ages 2 / under $5.00 Ages Aquatic Center
fountain sprayers and activity toys for
small children. Times, dates and costs to 3+
be announced INFO: (951) 929-0047.
12 Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District • MARCH - SEPTEMBER 2022 Visit us at GoRecreation.org • Spring // Summer 13
PLAY BALL!
Of all of the programs and activities offered by Valley-Wide Recreation and Park
Register Online!:
District, none serve more residents than our youth baseball and girls softball
leagues. We are elated to be able to have a season after a two-year hiatus caused
GoRecreation.org
Did you know? You can register online for
by the coronavirus pandemic. More than 1,100 boys and girls ages 5 to 18 played sports programs through out Valley-Wide
ball during the 2019 season. Add in our volunteer coaches plus umpires and Recreation and Park District by visiting
GoRecreation.org. Check the website for up to
scorekeepers — not to mention family members and friends who come to watch date information on our facilities.
our ballplayers -- and diamond sports are truly special in the district.
MORE THAN OPENING DAY VOLUNTEER COACHES +
UMPIRES + SCOREKEEPERS
1,100 YOUTH BASEBALL
+ GIRLS SOFTBALL DIAMOND
BOYS + GIRLS
AGES 5 TO 18
APRIL 2
AT DIAMOND VALLEY LAKE
SPORTS
ARE TRULY SPECIAL
PLAYED BALL IN 2019 COMMUNITY PARK BALL FIELDS IN THE DISTRICT.
14 Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District • MARCH - SEPTEMBER 2022
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Help
Needed
The nonprofit Board of Directors supporting
all of the programs, activities, and facilities of
Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District are:
Cindy Domenigoni – President, Nick Schouten – Vice President,
BECOME A MEMBER OF THE VALLEY-WIDE TEAM. Rod Tolliver – Secretary, Kimberly Jones – Treasurer,
SEE JOB OPENINGS ON OUR WEBSITE Matt Brudin, Chama Cliff, Guy Excell, Tim Hults, David McDonough
Mike Record, Milly Paulson-Valdez, Tom Wilson,
GoRecreation.org and Blaine Womer
P.O. Box 5599, Hemet CA 92544 - EIN 33-0475449
18 Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District • MARCH - SEPTEMBER 2022 Visit us at GoRecreation.org • Spring // Summer 19HALF
H ALF A
A
CE N T U RY
CENTURY
The fact there have only been assessment and grants. Fees are
five directors in 50 years shows the kept as low as possible, charging just
dedication employees have to the enough to cover the cost of the activity.
district. It is cliché to say a business The mission of Valley-Wide
is a family, but Valley-Wide certainly Recreation and Park District is to
is. There have been births, marriages responsibly provide exceptional
and sadly deaths that have been programs and quality park facilities that
celebrated and mourned among promote community involvement and
coworkers. healthy lifestyles. Golf Course and maintains
The seeds of what has become Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District were Valley-Wide serves as the first From Mommy and Me to Oldlympics, landscaping and streetscapes
planted a half century ago when a group of San Jacinto Valley mothers were employers for San Jacinto Valley Valley-Wide has programs for toddlers in the southwestern portion of
youth. Whether it is as a scorekeeper, to super seniors. But like it was from the borders.
looking for something for their children to do. That grassroots effort led to an umpire or lifeguard, hundreds of day one, youth has been our focus. The largest event each
election where residents voted to form a Recreation and Park district. Valley youngsters have learned how The most popular programs are year is the Independence Day
to have a job from Valley-Wide. youth baseball and softball, which fireworks show. The District
1980 1990 2022
1972 1984 2018
STARTING with one park on July 27, The movement started when Bunny ages. They also reached out to civic and And many of those employees end serve more than 1,000 children each
1972, 50 years later Valley-Wide has Smith – who was looking for activities business leaders, had children put fliers on up making Valley-Wide a career. Our summer. Other youth sports are has offered it to residents at
grown into one of the largest Recreation for her teenage daughter – was cars and pitched their proposal to clubs 25 full-time employees have more basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer, no cost for more than three
and Park Districts in California with listening to “Telephone and Tell,” a and other groups. than 300 years combined service and flag football. decades. Other free annual or
almost 100 parks and recreation popular program on local radio station They got 3,000 signatures from to the district and between them Directors Nick Schouten and Darrell low-cost events are Halloween
centers in an 850-square mile area that KHEM, she recalled in the interview. registered voters to put the issue on the and our part timers, almost every Von Driska worked in the early days to and Christmas events and two
stretches from the San Jacinto Valley to “This lady called in and said she ballot – which took almost a year, Smith employee had grown up playing and/ bring youth sports organizations under Family Fun Runs.
French Valley and into the San Jacinto would like to know if anyone was said. or attending events at Valley-Wide the Valley-Wide umbrella. Valley-Wide does not turn
Mountains and is home to more than interested in getting something for the It all paid off. The majority of voters parks. Softball, basketball and volleyball are away children because of
250,000 residents. There are parks children because her son got caught came out in favor of the district, which was Among the employees who have among the adult sports that have been their family’s ability to pay.
and/or community centers in San shoplifting,” Smith said. authorized July 27, 1972, with a budget of spent more than 30 years with Valley- on the Valley-Wide menu. Hundreds of scholarships
Jacinto, Hemet, Valle Vista, Menifee, That led to a phone call, which led to $63,000. Wide are current Aquatics Director Valley-Wide also provides fields for are issued every year, funded
Winchester, French Valley and Aguanga. another, which led to a first gathering. The first Executive Director was Ralph Missy Galloway, the retired Joy independent leagues, such as AYSO through grants but mostly
In the early 1970s, there were few The Founders Committee had to Acosta. He was followed by Nancy Crook, Mangabat and Mike Thomas and the and club soccer, various PONY and from the Friends of Valley-
organized sports programs in the valley, convince the mostly senior population Sam Goepp, Jeff Leatherman and the late Michael Paul. Little Leagues and travel squads. Wide Foundation, which raises
which was home to about 20,000 in the community that the eventual current General Manager Dean Wetter, who Valley-Wide is an independent The District also operates Diamond money through The Weekend
residents. Recreation District would cater to all is coming up on 10 years in the position. special district, funded through Valley Aquatics Center and Echo Hills and Autumn Elegance.
20 Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District • MARCH - SEPTEMBER 2022 Visit us at GoRecreation.org • Spring // Summer 219 holes of splendid views and inspiring play for golfers of every level
BOOK A GOLF DATE...TODAY.
Daily: $14
Seniors and Veterans: $12
Twilight: $8 (after 12:00 pm)
Junior: $5 - (17 and under)
Carts are $5 per round, per player
FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 951-652-2203
ALL TEE TIMES MUST BE MADE IN ADVANCED
For your support of Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District
programming through the Friends of Valley-Wide Foundation.
SOBOBA TRIBAL COUNCIL SOBOBA FOUNDATION
Isaiah Vivanco Chairman Dondi Silvas President
Geneva Mojado Vice-Chair Catherine Modesto Vice President
Sally Moreno-Ortiz Secretary Antonia Briones-Venegas Secretary
Daniel Valdez Treasurer Julie Arrietta-Parcero Treasurer
Kelli Hurtado Sergeant at Arms Daniel Valdez Member-at-Large
545 East Thornton Ave., Hemet, CA 92543 (Buena Vista & Thornton)
Isaiah Vivanco Member-at-Large MISSY GALLOWAY, RECREATION SUPERVISOR
Sally Moreno-Ortiz Member-at-Large
ALL RATE S E F F E C TIVE DURING DAY LIGHT SAVING TIM Emeet our board
Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District
Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District is a public agency overseen by a five-member elected Board of Directors.
The Directors are elected by area and represent separate geographic areas of the Valley-Wide District.
NICK SCHOUTEN STEVE SIMPSON JAN BISSELL ANGELA D. LITTLE MIKE JUAREZ
Division 1 (San Jacinto) Division 2 (Valle Vista) Division 3 (Hemet) Division 4 Division 5 (French Valley)
(Winchester /Menifee)
Position: Vice President Position: Director Position: President Position: Director
Elected/Appointed Elected/Appointed Elected/Appointed Position: Secretary Elected/Appointed
Date(s): 1973-2012; Date: 2010-present Date(s): 1999-2010; Elected/Appointed Date: 2020-present
2018-present 2018-present Date: 2020-present
Term expires: 2022 Term expires: 2024 Term expires: 2022 Term expires: 2024 Term expires: 2024
Board Vice President Director Steve Simpson Board President Jan Born Angela Marie Director Juarez is a retired
Nick Schouten has was appointed to the Bissell of Hemet is Domenigoni after her peace officer who has lived
served on the Valley- Valley-Wide Recreation a retired insurance paternal grandparents, in Winchester since 2010.
Wide Board of Directors and Park District executive and longtime Angela Little was raised He is an alumnus of Fresno
for more than 40 years. Board of Directors in coach and game in Winchester and has State University, where his
A resident of San November 2010. He official. He has lived in raised her three children major study field was Labor
Jacinto, Vice President graduated from Indiana the community since here. Her family’s Management Relations from
Schouten is a retired University with a Doctor 1959 and has been real estate interests the School of Business.
dairyman and longtime of Optometry degree involved with Valley- keep her connected During his 27 ½ year
coach and game official. in 1989. Dr. Simpson Wide since 1975 as to the development of career in public service, his
He has served youth in moved to Hemet in a volunteer, coach, southwest Riverside positions were: Correctional
the San Jacinto Valley 1991 and has a private employee and 14- County. As a young Counselor, Employee
for over 50 years. He optometry office in year Board Member. mother, Angela followed Relations Officer, Labor/
was a coach at St. east Hemet. He has President Bissell in the footsteps of Management Bargaining
Hyacinth Academy in two children who went earned an AA degree her mother, Evelyn Negotiator and Analyst
1969 when he became through many Valley- from Mt. San Jacinto Domenigoni, and Generalist. He acquired
school board president Wide programs and he College and a Bachelor paternal grandmother, jobs that involved work on
for both that school coached Valley-Wide of Science degree Marie Domenigoni, who both sides of the bargaining
and Notre Dame High baseball for several from BYU. President were PTA presidents and table, representing both
School in Riverside. Vice years. Dr. Simpson Bissell has served as involved in education labor and management’s
President Schouten was enjoys mountain biking, a Board member for at Winchester School, rights and interests.
president of the San pickleball, golf, tennis, the Inland Football and then went on to His interests include
Jacinto Little League and ping pong. He Officials Association be a leader in the traveling, landscaping,
and involved with Junior is dedicated to the and Inland Basketball Boy Scouts. As a woodworking, sailing
All-American football community through Officials Association former Treasurer, past and venturing/exploring.
and helped transition service organizations for over 20 years. He President and current He enjoys all of Mother
youth sports programs and is a proponent of also volunteered at the member of the Land Nature’s offerings: the
to Valley-Wide. Vice healthy lifestyles. Ramona Pageant for Use Committee with the scenic outdoors, waterways,
President Schouten has more than 40 years Winchester-Homeland snow, trails and recreational
over 30 years on the and served four years Town Association, she is parks activities, such as
CARPD State Board, as a board member deeply connected to the jogging, walking, hiking,
where he is currently for Baptist Christian burgeoning possibilities biking, fishing, range
president. School. He is a Veteran of sustainable and shooting, hunting, soccer,
of the California Army purposeful development. golf and volleyball.
National Guard.
24 Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District • MARCH - SEPTEMBER 2022classes + happenings
VALLEY-WIDE
REGIONAL PARK
& SPORT CENTER Youth Baseball: Ages 5-14
901 W. ESPLANADE AVE. SAN JACINTO **Season April-June
(951) 487-9234 Girls Softball: Ages 5-14
Please note, all these listings are tentative and subject to change or **Season April-July
cancellation based on health and other conditions. Call in advance to make Rene Gonzales | Recreation Supervisor
Spring Coed Youth Volleyball: Grades
Joe Escarsega | Recreation Coordinator
sure the class or event you’re interested in is still scheduled. Also follow our 3-12
Shawna Mercer | Recreation Coordinator
website, goreceration.org or social media, @valleywiderec for updates. **Season TBD
Youth Indoor Soccer: Ages 4-7
**Season June-August
Summer Youth Basketball:
Grades 3-12
(based on 2022-23 school year)
*Season July-August
Fall Coed Youth Volleyball:
SPECIAL EVENTS Grades 3-12
**Season October-December
2022 Movies In The Park
Flag Football: Grades 3-8
Schedule
**Season Oct. – Dec.
FREE Movie in the Park – Bring a
Sponsorships are needed for all
blanket, chair, and the family and
the youth team sports. If you are
join us for a movie under the stars.
interested in sponsoring, contact
DATES: May 13, July 22, Sept. 9 Valley-Wide Recreation and Park
(Dates subject to change - please District at (951) 487-9234. We
call to confirm) appreciate our sponsor’s help and
TIME: Movies Start at DUSK could not operate these programs
FEE: Free without them.
SAN JACINTO VALLEY YOUTH
DANCE CLASSES
SPORTS GROUPS
Line Dancing – Advanced
Ongoing class for line dancers with AYSO Region 137 Hemet/San
experience, High Beginner and Jacinto
Improver levels. Join anytime. American Youth Soccer
INSTRUCTOR: Connie Frey (951) Organization is a national Nonprofit
organization that has been around
852- 6459
for more than 50 years. It is open
DAY: Wednesday to boys and girls ages 4 to 18.
TIME: 9:30-11:30 a.m. If you are interested in playing
AGES: All outdoor soccer in the Hemet/San
FEE: $5 per class Jacinto/Idyllwild area, visit www.
ayso137.org for information.
Line Dancing – Beginning INFO: registrar@ayso137.net, rc@
Class for new line dancers without ayso137.net or (951) 888-0137
any experience and novices. Join
anytime. ADULT SPORTS
INSTRUCTOR: Connie Frey (951) Ladies A.M. Volleyball
852- 6459 Valley-Wide Sport Center opens its
DAY: Wednesday volleyball courts to women 18 and
older from 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday
TIME: Noon - 1:15 p.m.
and Thursday. On Thursdays,
AGES: All courts will split by play level after
FEE: $3 per class 10 a.m. Join anytime, pay and
register each session.
YOUTH SPORTS 2022-23 DAY: Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m.-
Youth Basketball: Grades 1-8 noon
**Season January-April AGE: 18 and older
26 Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District • MARCH - SEPTEMBER 2022 Visit us at GoRecreation.org • Spring // Summer 27LOCATION: Valley-Wide Recreation INFO: www.facebook.com/Valley- NO Floatation Devices in the Come Swim With Me PICKLEBALL SPECIAL EVENTS
Sports Center Wide-Kayak-Club-287879388284, swimming pool This is Valley-Wide’s version of a Drop-in Pickle Ball OLDLYMPICS
FEE: $2 per player per session website www.valleywidekayakclub. NO metal or plastic on swimsuits - summer “Mom & Me” program. This Bring your paddle and enjoy a day on Yes, the 37th Annual OLDlympics
org or contact Diane Boss. (951) 634- to go down the slide is for kids 10 & under. The big blue the courts. This is a drop-in program. are coming! Start getting into shape
4952 | email: redmountainlady@ NO ice chests slide will not be turned on. Deep end for these great sporting events for
Valley-Wide Senior Softball DAYS: Wednesday Beginners; Friday
gmail.com NO smoking inside the pool area of the pool will be closed. competitors who are 50 and older.
The Valley-Wide Senior Softball Advanced
NO gum DAY & TIME: TBA Activities will range from Cribbage,
League welcomes new participants. TIME: 8 a.m.-noon
It is open to players 55 years and Ramona-Country Carvers Continue to check the website at Horseshoes and Swimming to Track
The group offers woodcarvers WATER SLIDE RULES: gorecreation.org for updates on the LOCATION: Diamond Valley Lake
older. The best way to become and Field and a lot more. OLDlympics
and wannabes the opportunity to All riders must be at least 48 inches Aquatic Center. Community Park – behind Aquatic
involved in this slo-pitch league is is scheduled to take place September
share their skills or learn the art of tall to ride the water slide. Center
to attend practices at Regional Park 16 through October 4, 2022.
carving wood. We offer beginners Swimsuits with plastic or metal *Will not play in the rain or 100+
every Monday and Wednesday at Registration will begin in mid July.
free instruction from experienced rivets are not permitted on the degrees.
7:30 a.m. League games are played More information please call (951)
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8, 9:30 carvers. This includes a free first water slide. 927-6673.
and 11:00 a.m. project and a stress-free convivial Swimsuits only. Pickleball Classes
atmosphere to get you started. Must ride the slide feet first only. DIAMOND VALLEY LAKE DAYS: First and third Monday SUMMER ACTIVITIES
INFO: www.vwseniorsoftball.org.
For more experienced carvers, we COMMUNITY PARK TIME: 9-11:15 a.m. Movies in the Park
offer an opportunity to improve Swim Lessons 1801 ANGLER AVE., HEMET
ACTIVITIES INSTRUCTOR: Melinda Terrian, a DATES: June 10th, August 12th, &
and share your skills with other Fee cover (2) weeks Monday - Robert Byers | Recreation Supervisor certified teaching professional who
Gardening like-minded cut-ups. Our annual October 15th
Thursday 1/2 hour per day.
Valley Beautiful Garden Club carving show offers opportunities has been teaching pickleball for 6
We will offer group lessons and TIME: Movies begin at dusk - for ALL
promotes the use of Water- to have your creations evaluated by years.
private lessons. ages
Wise plants in landscaping. We certified judges from the California TIMES AND DATES: TBA FREE: Popcorn and drinks (while
offer gardening workshops in Carvers Guild. We also support Beginner Classes
coordination with UC Master supplies last)
or sponsor frequent community Students will learn safety, rules, basic
Gardeners and invite speakers Junior Lifeguard strokes, scoring. Paddles will be
service projects. State and local
to monthly meetings to educate COVID protocols will be followed. This program builds a foundation provided. SUMMER FUN!!!
attendees on a variety of Water- of knowledge, attitudes and skills Get your children out of the house
DAY: Monday DAY: 1st and 3rd Monday
Wise landscaping topics for our for future lifeguards, response, and join us for some fun, interactive
TIME: 8-11 a.m. TIME: 9- 10 a.m.
Valley. Current projects include leadership and professionalism. activities at Valle Vista Community
Participants must be able to swim FEE: $15 per student (minimum 4 Center. Please check below for dates
planning, creating and maintaining SPECIAL EVENTS
the gardens of the Estudillo 25 yards continuously and tread students) and times.
50th Anniversary Celebration
Heritage Park Water Conservation water for one minute. Junior ATTENTION PARENTS: Parent
Lifeguards will be able to volunteer DAY: Sat., April 2 Intermediate Classes signature required for each activity
Garden on the grounds of the San
Jacinto Museum, the Hemet Santa at the pool after the class is TIME: 2 to 9 p.m. Students will work on advancing their below. Children 12 and under must be
Fe Depot and the Ramona Bowl in VALLEY-WIDE completed. Participants must pass LOCATION: Soccer Fields pickleball strokes, improve dinking, accompanied by an adult at all times.
Hemet. The public is invited to all AQUATIC CENTER a skills test on the last day of class drop shots, blocking and overall game PLEASE NOTE: This program is not a
FEES: Free
meetings. to volunteer at the pool. strategy child sitting service.
1801 ANGLER AVE., HEMET
DAY: Second Tuesday of each month AGES: 10-14 DAY: 1st and 3rd Monday
(951) 929-0047 Bunny Hop Trot 5k Family Fun Run
TIME: 6:30 p.m. DAY & TIME: TBA Bingo: Wednesday, June 8th
Missy Galloway | Senior Recreation Supervisor DAY: Sat., April 9 TIME: 10:15-11:15 a.m.
at 10:00 a.m.
LOCATION: Valley-Wide Regional TIME: 9 a.m. Tot Hop; 9:15 a.m. 1K Hop; FEE: $15 Per student (minimum 4
Youth Water Polo Class
Park, Modular Building 1 9:30 a.m. 5k Walk; 10 a.m. 5K Bunny students).
Learn to play water polo. This class Craft Day: Wednesday, June 15th
INFO: facebook.com/ValleyBeautiful, Hop INFO: Students are required to contact
builds necessary skills through ball at 10:00-11:30 a.m.
valleybeautiful.org, (951) 719-9868 LOCATION: Soccer Fields Melinda Terrian @ Melinda.terrian@
handling, passing & shooting. Each
or katherinebotts@gmail.com yahoo.com prior to class to sign up.
practice increases the player’s FEES: $5 Tot Hop $10 1K Hop, 5K/Walk Water Play Day: Tuesday, June 21st
strength, techniques & strategies. or Run in advance. An additional $5 is at 11:00 a.m.
Valley-Wide Kayak Club Participants must be able to swim charged on race day
Valley Wide Kayak Club is dedicated 25 yards continuously. *** The first 50 people to register will Free Throw Contest: Thursdays,
to sharing with others the joy of Valley-Wide Recreation’s Aquatic
AGES: 10-14 receive a Bunny Hop T-shirt June 23rd at 10:00a.m.
kayaking. Our goal is to kayak in the Center is a heated 25-yard outdoor
great outdoors, learn good paddling pool with a water slide, zero depth DAY & TIME: TBA
skills, promote safety, enjoy group entry with water fountain sprayers Easter Egg Hunt VALLE VISTA Color Valle Vista: (Sidewalk Chalk)
outings, and most of all – have fun. and activity toys for small children. Come Swim With Me – “Families w/ DAY: Sat., April 16 COMMUNITY CENTER Wednesday, June 29th at 10:00a.m.
The Aquatic Center will hopefully
MEETINGS: First Monday on event special needs. AGES: 12 and younger 43935 E. ACACIA AVE., HEMET
open Memorial Day weekend and Bingo: Tuesday, July 12th
numbers months (Feb, April, June, This time is for any adult or child TIME: 10 a.m. (951) 927-6673 at 10:00 a.m.
will close September 24, 2022.
August, October, December with special needs and their LOCATION: Ball Fields Keri Price | Recreation Supervisor
TIME: 6:30-8:30 p.m. (arrive at 6:15 families. During this swim time the FEES: Free Disc Golf: Thursday, July 14th
POOL RULES: deep end of the pool will be closed.
p.m.)
NO outside food or drinks at 10:00 a.m.
LOCATION: Regional Park Mobile 1 DAY & TIME: TBA
28 Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District • MARCH - SEPTEMBER 2022 Visit us at GoRecreation.org • Spring // Summer 29Water Play Day: Tuesday, July 19th discover that creative outlet that Rooted in our Community. Pastor TIME: Movies Start at DUSK building blocks that help children CLASS TIMES: Monday, Wednesday,
at 11:00 a.m. you’ve been looking for. State Jeff Johnson. LOCATION: Wheatfield Park achieve personally, academically & Friday: 9-10 a.m.
and local COVID protocols will be DAY / TIME: Sunday at 10 a.m. 30627 Menifee Rd, Menifee, CA and professionally. Monday & Wednesday: 5:45-6:45 p.m.
Dodge Ball: Thursday, July 21st followed. 92584 Saturday: 8-9 a.m.
LOCATION: 32665 Haddock St.
at 10:00 a.m. DAY: Wednesday FEE: Free Creative Drama W E B S I T E : w w w. j a z ze rc i s e.co m /
TIME: 8-11 a.m. This in-person developmental l o c a t i o n / j a z z e rc i s e - m e n i f e e -
Water Balloon Fight: Tuesday, drama course will include a wide wheatfield-park-community-center
AUGUST
July 26th at 11:00 a.m. range of creative and fun activities
AGE: All Ages that promote the development of MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES
MENIFEE DATES: August 19, 2022 (Dates leadership, communication skills, Taekwondo
Bingo: Thursday, July 28th
at 10:00 a.m. COMMUNITY CENTER subject to change - please call to and creative thinking. Classes will Thomas’ Martial Arts Family Classes.
WINCHESTER 30627 MENIFEE ROAD, MENIFEE confirm) teach acting fundamentals like DISCIPLINE, Focus, Flexibility &
COMMUNITY CENTER PHONE: (951) 672-6744 TIME: Movies Start at DUSK
projection, articulation, dramatic Strength, Train to YOUR physical
YOUTH SPORTS
32665 HADDOCK ST., WINCHESTER movement, and improvisation abilities, develop the skills to be
Coed Youth Volleyball Lanay Negrete | Senior Recreation Supervisor LOCATION: Wheatfield Park
while engaging in active and
Come join us for our Girls & (951) 926-5917 Tammy Allen | Recreation Coordinator 30627 Menifee Rd, Menifee, successful in school and business.
imaginative character building Develop the CONFIDENCE to make
Boys Youth Volleyball League. Robert Byers | Recreation Supervisor CA 92584 and group scene work. Students the right choices. Home school P.E.
Registration TBD for grades 3rd FEE: Free will learn from an award-winning opportunities- Check with Advisor
thru 12th. League play will be at the curriculum that encourages them at your Home School Program.
Valle Vista Community Center and SEPTEMBER to express themselves through Cross training for athletes of all
Valley-Wide Sports Center. Games communication, creativity, and
AGE: All Ages ages, State, National & International
scheduled for Monday through collaboration all while building
DATES: September 16, 2022 (Dates Competition, Self Defense AND Self
Saturday. confidenc. This Spring Creative
subject to change - please call to Control. Internationally Certified
Drama will be performing Instructors. Traditional ATA Forms,
confirm)
AGE: Division I: Grades 3 - 5 SPECIAL EVENTS “Storyland Idol.” Sparring, Weapons & Self Defense.
TIME: Movies Start at DUSK
Division II: Grades 6 - 8 INFO: Dramakids.com/ca8 or ONGOING REGISTRATION!
2022 Movies In The Park Schedule LOCATION: Wheatfield Park
Division III: Grades 9 - 12 ACTIVITIES INSTRUCTORS: Master B. Thomas
Free Movie In The Park (951) 821-6418
30627 Menifee Rd, Menifee,
Bingo DAY: Tuesdays 4:30-5:30 and Mrs. K. Thomas
Bring a blanket, chair, and the CA 92584
REGISTRATION: TBD Dedicated Volunteers of Winchester CONTACT: (951) 970-6009; email:
family and join us for a movie under FEE: Free AGES: 5-12
LEAGUE PLAY: TBD Bingo the stars. info@diamondlakeata.com
FEE: $240. Payment plan available
FEE: $60.00, Includes team jersey DAY: Saturday DAYS: Monday and Wednesday:
and awards CLASSES 7-7:45 p.m. TKD
TIME: Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Three MAY HEALTH & LEISURE CLASSES
SKILLS DAY: TBD warmup games start at 11:30 a.m. Beginner Line Dance Classes AGES: 8 and older
AGE: All Ages Jazzercise Menifee
followed by two games of Early Learn basic steps and terminology. 8-8:45 p.m. Black Belts & adults
DATES: May 20, 2022 (Dates subject Dance to a variety of music genres. Burn up to 600 calories in one fun
CLASSES Bird around noon. Ten Regular
to change - please call to confirm) No experience, no partner, no and powerfully effective 60-minute
games start after Early Birds. There Friday: 4-4:45 p.m.
Goodtime Carvers total body workout. Every Jazzercise
are special games mixed into the TIME: Movies Start at DUSK problem. Line dancing is healthy Ages: 5-7 Tiger Program
We offer wood carvers and wanna group fitness class combines dance-
session. Payout is calculated based and fun. The exercise in disguise!
bees the opportunity to share their LOCATION: Wheatfield Park
Drop in anytime. based cardio with strength training
on attendance. Games are over 30627 Menifee Rd, Menifee, CA Friday: 5-5:45 p.m.
skills or satisfy a desire to learn and stretching to sculpt, tone and
between 3:30 and 4:00 p.m. so 92584 CONTACT: Lynne (903) 530-2483 or 8 to adults
the art of carving wood. We offer lengthen muscles for maximum fat
come out and spend a Saturday Email: danceinline@yahoo.com
beginners free instruction from FEE: Free burn. Choreographed to today’s
afternoon and meet new people. DAY: Fridays: New Beginner - 11:00 Friday: 6-6:45 p.m.
experienced carvers. This includes hottest music, Jazzercise is a fusion
a free first project and stress-free DAY: Saturday 11:30 a.m.– 3:30 p.m. a.m.-12:30 p.m. Learn basic steps Black Belts and adults
JUNE of jazz dance, resistance training,
convivial atmosphere to get you (Doors open 8:30 a.m.) and terminology
AGE: All Ages Pilates, yoga, and kickboxing. Start
started on a life-long hobby. For AGE: Adult Fridays: Beginner Plus – 1-2:30 FEE: Contact instructor – ask for
dancing yourself fit and change
DATES: June 17, 2022 (Dates subject p.m. Knowledge of basic steps, Mrs. Thomas
the more experienced carvers we INFORMATION: Diane Whiley the shape of your body today. Our
offer an opportunity to improve to change - please call to confirm) terminology are recommended WEBSITE: www.Diamondlakeata.com
(951) 926-5917. classes — Dance Mixx, Interval,
and share your skills with other TIME: Movies Start at DUSK FEE: $3 per class or $5 for both Strike, Fusion, Strength, and Core –
like-minded cut-ups. Our annual LOCATION: Wheatfield Park classes (per day) will leave you breathless, toned and ADULT SPORTS
Rooted Winchester Church
carving shoe offers opportunities 30627 Menifee Rd, Menifee, CA coming back for more.
On September 8th, 2019 we had Softball
to have your creations evaluated by 92584 Contact: Jackie Arroyo (951)
our first service at Rooted Church DRAMA KIDS SPRING LEAGUE: February- April
certified wood carving judges from 805-0779 (Call or Text) or Email:
in the Valley-Wide Community FEE: Free Spring Classes 2022
the California Carvers Guild. We Jazzercisefrenchvalley@gmail.com
Center in Winchester. Rooted began Now enrolling. Just one hour
also support or sponsor frequent SUMMER LEAGUE: May- August 2022
out of our Pastor’s Vision for the JULY per week can make a dramatic AGE: 12 and older
community service projects. For FALL LEAGUE: September-December
Valley. We are an affiliate of San difference. Drama kids can give FEE: $49 month to month
the curious just drop in on us on AGE: All Ages 2022
Jacinto Assembly of God Church. kids the confidence to think big,
a Wednesday morning and see DATES: July15, 2022 (Dates subject LOCATION: Wheatfield Community
We believe in being Rooted in the speak up and play an active role. $525.00 per team
FEE:
what we are about. You just might Center, 30627 Menifee Road,
Word, Rooted in Purpose and to change - please call to confirm) Those same skills can be the Menifee 92584
30 Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District • MARCH - SEPTEMBER 2022 Visit us at GoRecreation.org • Spring // Summer 31www.menifeevalleylittle
WEBSITE: JULY CONTACT INFO: (714) 600-3099 | AGE: 6-7 years Floor Gymnastics
league.org AGE: All Ages elitegymnasticswithheather@gmail. TIME: 4:20-5:15 p.m. (PINK LEOTARD)
Menifee Pony League com Athletes will be introduced to
MENIFEE GYMNASIUM DATES: July 8, 2022 (Dates subject DAY: Friday
CONTACT: Email:president@ to change - please call to confirm) DAYS: Fridays | Time Varies gymnastics tumbling-- floor body
28545 LA PIEDRA ROAD TUITION FOR THE MONTH: 4 Weeks
menifeepony.com FEES: Fees Vary. All new Students shapes: intermediate & advanced
TIME: Movies Start at DUSK $64.00 | 5 Weeks $79.00
PHONE: (951) 672-0507 have a $30.00 Registration Fee to rolls, cartwheel & roundoff
WEBSITE: www.menifeepony.com LOCATION: Marion V. Ashley Park
Lanay Negrete | Senior Recreation Supervisor cover Liability from Oct. 2021-May progressions, handstand balancing
25625 BriggsRd, Menifee, Intermediate Gymnastics
2022. Classes begin in October and & walking, front & back walkover &
ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES CA 92585 (ORANGE LEOTARD)
payment is due monthly. Classes run handsprings. For more advanced
Menifee Valley Senior Women’s FEE: Free Athletes will be introduced to athletes back tucks and layouts will
year round.
Softball gymnastics floor body shapes: be worked. Class will be broken
AGE: Women 45 and older SPORTS intermediate & advanced rolls, into groups with Coach Heather
Kinder Tumble cartwheel & roundoff progressions, and 2 other coaches working their
CONTACT: Phyllis Zabala 2022 Menifee Coed Youth Volleyball (GREEN LEOTARD) handstand balancing & walking, front
Phone: (951) 723-7798 or skill level. This is a great class for
League This class teaches children five & back walkover & handsprings. cheerleaders and dancers who need
Email: phy2u@yahoo.com Learn how to Pass, Set and Spike and under the fundamentals of Balance beam walks/balances, bar tumbling or acro skills. Performance
playing in our Youth Volleyball gymnastics. Students will learn strengthening skills, and vault skills opportunities will be available.
SPORTS Men’s Senior Softball League. For any questions coordination, strength, and flexibility for running and shoulder popping will Please wear black or pink leotard or
2022 Menifee Coed Youth Volleyball AGE: Men 55 and older please contact us at the Menifee while becoming familiar with be taught on gymnastics equipment. Valley-Wide Elite Gymnastics T-shirt
League Gymnasium at (951) 672-0507. gymnastics equipment. Equipment
CONTACT: Bob Fuhrmann At the end of the 4 weeks gymnasts with black shorts or cheer shorts.
Learn how to Pass, Set and Spike Volunteer coaches, assistant includes balance beams, mini-
EMAIL: bobfuhrmann@gohuskies. will be testing on gymnastics
coaches and sponsors are needed! trampolines, vaulting boxes, mini- AGE: 8-18 years
playing in our Youth Volleyball com skills and receive a certificate of
League. For any questions gymnastics bars. achievement for completing their TIME: 6:20-7:15 p.m.
please contact us at the Menifee AGES: 3rd Grade thru 12th Grade Topics and curriculum covered in gymnastics skill card. Performance DAY: Friday
Gymnasium at (951) 672-0507. (ages 17 & 18 years old must be in preschool gymnastics: opportunities will be available. TUITION FOR THE MONTH: 4 Weeks
Volunteer coaches, assistant high school to participate) *Coloring pages with gymnastics Orange is the class color, and the $64.00 | 5 Weeks $79.00
coaches and sponsors are needed! DAYS: Monday-Saturday (actual body shapes color leotard requested for athletes
AGES: 3rd Grade thru 12th MARION V. ASHLEY days vary by team) *Skill Sheets to wear to class.
*Certificates of accomplishment for MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES
Grade (ages 17 & 18 years old must COMMUNITY CENTER LOCATION: Menifee & Marion V. AGE: 8-12 years
be in high school to participate) achieving gymnastics skills Taekwondo
25625 BRIGGS ROAD, ROMOLAND Ashley Gymnasiums TIME: 5:20-6:15 p.m.
*Front Rolls Thomas’ Martial Arts Family Classes.
DAYS: Monday-Saturday (actual DEADLINE: TBD
days vary by team)
(951) 928-2700 *Horsey Kick Handstands DAY: Friday DISCIPLINE, Focus, Flexibility &
Lanay Negrete | Senior Recreation Supervisor FEE: $60.00 includes team jersey *Animal Walks TUITION FOR THE MONTH: 4 Weeks Strength, Train to your physical
LOCATION: Menifee & Marion V. Tanner Silves | Recreation Coordinator and award abilities, develop the skills to be
*Creative movement songs $64.00 | 5 Weeks $79.00
Ashley Gymnasiums successful in school and business.
REGISTER ONLINE: www. AGE: 3-5 years
DEADLINE: TBD GoRecreation.org - Choose the Develop the confidence to make
TIME: 3:30- 4:15 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced
FEE: $60.00 includes team jersey “Menifee Valley” tab the right choices. Homeschool P.E.
and award DAY: Friday (BLUE LEOTARD) opportunities- Check with an Advisor
TUITION FOR THE MONTH: 4 Weeks Athletes will become more familiar at your Homeschool Program.
REGISTER ONLINE: www. DANCE CLASSES
$51.00 | 5 Weeks $65.00 with gymnastics floor body shapes: Cross training for athletes of all
GoRecreation.org - Choose the Bailes De Mi Tierra - Folkorico Dance Intermediate & Advanced rolls, ages, State, National & International
“Menifee Valley” tab Sign up to learn Regional and Cartwheel & Roundoff progressions, Competition, Self Defense AND Self
School Age Gymnastics
Historical Mexican Dances Handstand Balancing & Walking, Control. Internationally Certified
MENIFEE AREA GROUPS INSTRUCTOR: Dinora Jimenez
(RED LEOTARD)
SPECIAL EVENTS Front & Back Walkover Handsprings, Instructors. Traditional ATA Forms,
Youth Outdoor Soccer League School-age athletes will be Front & back Tucks. Balance beam
Annual Easter Egg Hunt CONTACT INFO: (951) 260-6374 Sparring, Weapons & Self Defense.
introduced to gymnastics floor body
AYSO 820 Youth Soccer walks/balances, Bar Strengthening ONGOING REGISTRATION.
Bring your own basket and the DAYS: Tuesdays, Thursdays, 5-8:30 shapes: rolls, cartwheel, roundoff,
CONTACT: Email: rc@ayso820.org
Skills, and Vault Skills for running and
family and join us for fun in the park p.m.; Wednesday 7-8:30 p.m. handstand variations, front & back INSTRUCTORS: Kathy and Brad
shoulder popping will be taught on
WEBSITE: ayso.bluesombrero.com/ this Easter! Call and register first to join tumbling. Balance beam walks/ Thomas
gymnastics equipment. Athletes will
Region820 Don’t miss out! FEE: $25 monthly balances, bar strengthening skills, CONTACT: (951) 970-6009 | info@
be tested on gymnastics skills and
WHEN: Saturday, April 16, 2022 and vault skills for running and diamondlakeata.com
receive a certificate of achievement
Youth Softball and Baseball Leagues TIME: 10 a.m. YOUTH CLASSES shoulder popping will be taught for completing their gymnastics skill WEBSITE: www.Diamondlakeata.com
Menifee Girls Softball on gymnastics equipment. At the
AGES: 12 and younger Elite Gymnastics card. Performance opportunities will
CONTACT:Playeragent@menifeeasa.
end of the 4 weeks gymnasts will
FEE: Free Sign up to receive instruction in be available. Blue (Int. Adv) is the Tiger Program
com be testing on gymnastics skills and
Artistic Gymnastics on bar, beam, class color leotard.
receive a certificate of achievement AGE: 5-7
WEBSITE: www.menifeegirlssoftball. and vault. Correct body shaping INT/ADV AGE: 9-14 years
2022 Movies In The Park Schedule for completing their gymnastics skill DAYS: Mondays & Wednesdays
com for Gymnastics and Cheer skills.
FREE Movie in the Park – Bring a card. Performance opportunities will TIME: 5:20-6:15 p.m.
Floor tumbling drills for level 1-5 TIME: 4-4:45 p.m.
blanket, chair, and the family and be available. Red is the class color, DAY: Friday
Menifee Valley Little League Gymnastics.
join us for a movie under the stars. and the color leotard requested for TUITION FOR THE MONTH: 4 Weeks
CONTACT: Email:generalinfomvll@ INSTRUCTOR: Heather Kaczmarczyk
athletes to wear.
gmail.com $64.00 | 5 Weeks $79.00
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