Recreation Services Program Highlights
June
Updated June 3, 2013
"Parks make life better!"
Following is a listing of certain upcoming Recreation Services Division programs and activities. Many of the activities require advance registration and participation numbers are limited. Cerritos residents receive priority in registration. To find out about registration dates and procedures, call the Recreation Services Automated Information Hotline at (562) 916-1260 or the Recreation Services Division Office at (562) 916-1254.
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Let Freedom Ring Celebration | Family Entertainment Showcase
40th Annual Let Freedom Ring Celebration
Join the City of Cerritos and the Let Freedom Ring Committee at the 40th Annual Let Freedom Ring Celebration. The celebration will be held on Thursday, July 4 at the Cerritos Civic Center. Festivities include food and game booths sponsored by local community organizations, rides, entertainment and a bell-ringing ceremony. The evening will culminate with a fireworks show at Cerritos High School at 9 p.m.
Family Entertainment Showcase
Join us for the Family Entertainment Showcase and enjoy family-oriented fun throughout the summer. These events provide an ideal opportunity for families to build ties of affection, support, teamwork and common interests. All activities are free, including movies, children's entertainment and a variety of concerts. For the enjoyment of all and pursuant to the Cerritos Municipal Ordinance 9.48.030(p), dogs, cats or pets are not allowed in the park during special events and concerts. In addition, pursuant to the Cerritos Municipal Ordinance 9.49.020, smoking is prohibited within the boundaries of all City of Cerritos public park facilities. For additional information, please call the Recreation Services Division at (562) 916-1254.
Monday Night at the Movies
Enjoy popular family and animated classics under the stars at Liberty Park. Each Monday evening, a different film will be shown. All movies are rated G unless indicated otherwise. Each movie will begin at 8:15 p.m. and early arrival is suggested. Please bring a blanket for seating. Snacks will be available for a nominal fee.
July 8 |
"Monsters, Inc." (G) |
July 15 |
"Cinderella" (G) |
July 22 |
"Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked" (G) |
July 29 |
"Brave" (PG) |
August 5 |
"Wreck-It Ralph" (PG) |
August 12 |
"Nanny McPhee" (PG) |
August 19 |
"Madagascar 3" (PG) |
August 26 |
"The Wizard of Oz" (G) |
Tuesday Family Nights
Spend quality time together as a family and a neighborhood. As part of the ongoing Family Enrichment Program, Tuesday nights are devoted to family bonding. Families can enjoy entertainment, programs or activities at four neighborhood parks. Each program will begin at 6:30 p.m., lasts approximately 45 minutes and will have a pre-show craft or activity. Please arrive early and bring a blanket for seating. Snacks will be available for a nominal fee. Please note that there are no restroom facilities at Friendship Park and Sunshine Park.
July 9 |
Frontier Park |
Franklin Haynes Marionettes |
July 16 |
Sunshine Park |
Island Inspirations |
July 23 |
Friendship Park |
The Blue Submarine Tidepool Show |
July 30 |
Westgate Park |
Jeff the Great Magic Show |
August 6 |
Frontier Park |
Michael the Juggler |
August 13 |
Sunshine Park |
Cool Critters Animal Presentation |
August 20 |
Friendship Park |
Disc Dogs |
August 27 |
Westgate Park |
A.B. Lion Dance Troupe |
Wednesday Little Kids' Big Show
There's fun for the entire family in the Liberty Park Amphitheater with free entertainment and activities. Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the performance. Early arrival is suggested. The amphitheater gates will open at 6 p.m. and each show begins at 6:30 p.m. No chairs of any kind are allowed inside the amphitheater; please bring a blanket for seating. All shows are approximately 45 minutes in length and will have a pre-show craft or activity. Snacks will be available for a nominal fee.
July 10 |
John Abrams Animal Magic |
July 17 |
Rusty Blade's Pirate Adventure |
July 24 |
One World Rhythm |
July 31 |
Singin' Green with Mark Beckwith |
Thursday Concerts Under the Stars
The Heritage Park Island Stage will be the hottest ticket in town this summer as exciting musical groups perform. Relax with family and friends on a blanket while enjoying a picnic dinner. Each concert will begin at 7 p.m. The shows are outside on the lawn and it can get chilly, so bring a jacket. Snacks will be available for a nominal fee.
July 11 |
Funk-O-Matics (Disco) |
July 18 |
Aquarius (60s) |
July 25 |
Gold Rush Country (Country) |
August 1 |
The Swing Cats (Swing) |
August 8 |
The MVP's (Top 40) |
August 15 |
Bostyx (Boston/Styx Tribute) |
August 22 |
Smoothie Jones (Reggae) |
August 29 |
Knyght Ryder (80s) |
September 5 |
The Tease Band (Latin) |
Friday Concerts in the Plaza
Enjoy a Friday evening at the Liberty Park plaza as musical groups perform. Relax with family and friends on a blanket or enjoy a picnic dinner. Each concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. The shows are outside and it can get chilly, so bring a jacket.
July 12 |
Angels Mukul (Pop/Soul) |
August 9 |
Big Papa and the TCB (R&B) |
September 13 |
Danny Maika Trio (Pop/Rock, 6 p.m. showtime) |
