VALENTINE'S DAY CELEBRATIONS
For children and teenagers in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES – Young people who want to have a good time celebrating Valentine’s Day 2006 will have plenty of events to choose from that are being held at City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks facilities

Most of the activities will take place on Valentine’s Day, but a few will be held a little early. All of the presentations are free or have a nominal fee ($5 or less)

Those who are interested in attending the programs are encouraged to contact the facility in advance for further information. The public can also call the Recreation and Parks Information Office for assistance toll-free at 1 (888) LA PARKS (527-2757).

2/10
6-10 p.m.
Fred Roberts Recreation Center
4700 Honduras St.
L.A., 90011
(323) 234-8650
Teen dance with a DJ, and refreshments

2/10
6-10 p.m.
Victory-Vineland Recreation Center
11117 Victory Blvd.
North Hollywood, 91606
(818) 985-9516
Babysitting party (pizza and movie) while parents go out

2/14
3:30-6 p.m.
Banning Child Care Center
1331 Eubank Ave.
Wilmington, 90744
(310) 548-7726
Candy and card exchange for kids

2/14
4:00 p.m.
Culver-Slauson Recreation Center
5070 Slauson Blvd.
L.A., 90230
(310) 398-5291
Family-oriented theme party

2/14
4-6 p.m.
David M. Gonzales Recreation Center
10943 Herrick Ave.
Pacoima, 91331
(818) 899-1950
Music and dancing for teens

2/14
4-6 p.m.
Downey
Recreation Center
1771 N. Spring St.
(323) 225-7100
Moon bounce, entertainment, refreshments

2/14
4-6 p.m.
Hollenbeck Recreation Center
415 S. St. Louis St.
L.A., 90033
(323) 261-0113
Art project, music, and dance
(ages 8-15)

2/14
4-6 p.m.
Hubert H. Humphrey Memorial Park
12560 Filmore St.
Pacoima, 91331
(818) 896-6510
Party for kids ages 5-12


MEDIA CONTACTS:
Jane Kolb: (213) 928-9294, or cell, (323) 816- 6712
Harvey Drut: (213) 928-9296, or cell, (323) 816-6711