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Lakewood wins 'Playful City USA' award for 6th year!
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A new "pumpkin playground," nature trail extension, and continued emphasis on family and youth sports and play helped Lakewood garner its 6th straight award as a Playful City USA. Lakewood was one of only 28 cities in California to receive the national designation on June 17 by the Humana Foundation and the non-profit organization KaBOOM!. The awards promote children's recreation and the creation of more places for children to play. Photo: Children pour into San Martin Park's new pumpkin playground on opening day. "We love being named Playful City USA again," said Mayor Jeff Wood. "Lakewood is a great place to live and work and be playful. At the heart of our city are safe places for children to play, including 12 parks and 19 playgrounds. Since the city's incorporation in 1954, Lakewood hasn't wavered from its commitment to recreation. Elementary schools and city parks are located within residential areas, encouraging short walks for education and play. And the parks in Lakewood bond residents to their neighborhood and create a true sense of community." More
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Two fun events kick off summer on June 20
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 Summer fun and safety are the focus of two free events on Saturday, June 20 at Mayfair Park. Opening day ceremonies for Lakewood Youth Sports and the annual Lakewood Public Safety and Bike Safety Expo will be held together. They include fun activities for the whole family. LYS opening day ceremonies start at 10:00 a.m. at Mayfair Park's Lisa Fernandez Field. At 10:30 a.m., players are free to enjoy a range of carnival games and activities including bouncers, a DJ and a rock-climbing wall. More |
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Senior Health and Information Fair
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 Lakewood's Senior Health Fair will be held Friday, June 19, from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Weingart Senior Center at 5220 Oliva Avenue (just south of Candlewood Street and west of Lakewood Boulevard). Health-related information and free screenings will be available throughout the morning. The event is free and open to the public. Call the senior center at 562-630-6141 for additional information. More |
The Lakewood Sheriff's Station reminds residents to celebrate the Fourth of July safely by not using illegal fireworks and not tolerating those who do.
To support the Sheriff's efforts in suppressing the use of illegal fireworks, you can report problem locations now. If you know of a person or residence with a history of unruly/unsafe celebrations that are not in compliance with the law, please report it by calling the July 4th Tip Hotline at 562-866-9771, extension SAFE (7233). Please provide as much information as possible about the person, location and violation. You can also email the information to service1@Lakewoodcity.org. If you observe the sale or use of illegal fireworks, call the Lakewood Sheriff's Station at 562-623-3500 immediately. More
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