Fall 2021 Activities for Youth & Families
In partnership with Chan-Zuckerberg Initiative
Arts & Education Activities
In addition to recreation programs, the City of East Palo Alto understands the need for a wide range of activities. We have selected partners who can conduct programming for Youth to Elders and everyone in between. Find out how to sign up for available options below.
Afterschool Homework Help
Dance Instruction
Book Club for Elders
Ballet & Modern Dance
UEHL Homework Helpers
Description: Expert after school homework help for youth ages 6-14
Schedule: Every Tuesday from 3:00-5:00pm
Location: YMCA City Room (550 Bell St. East Palo Alto CA 94303)
Registration: Walk-in accepted
Contact Information: For questions, please contact Dr. Karla Prince-Cheng at (408) 466-6866 or email at karla@uehl.org
Step It Up Dance
Description: Come receive instruction in the art of Hip-Hop, R&B, Jazz, African, Praise, and Contemporary dance styles from Miss Kiki. A Winter Wonderland performance will close out the season!
SPECIAL NOTE: Dancers are responsible for bringing their own water to each class. If they don’t remind you, please remind them that part of being a dancer is staying hydrated. All dancer’s must be in a mask the whole time while dancing. Also, dancers (females and males) with shoulder length hair should have their hair pulled up into a dance bun/ponytail that won’t distract practice. We also ask that dancers DO NOT wear jewelry, Crocs or Sandals during class time. Injuries could be sustained and we truly want to avoid them. Our dancers should arrive to class in loose fitting clothes. Please NO skinny jeans in class or restrictive garments. Athletic sneakers with ankle support.
Schedule: Every Tuesday starting November 2nd for Little Jammers: 3:45-4:30, Hop It Up: 4:45-5:40, Company: 5:45-6:45
Location: Cooley Landing (2100 Bay Road East Palo Alto CA 94303)
Registration: Please click here to sign up
Contact Information: Please email Juakila McConnell at juakila22@gmail.com
Fun Gypsies
Description: Guided Book club and discussion for Elders in the community
Schedule: Every Tuesday from 11:30am-12:30pm
Location: Virtual programming or we can come to you!
Registration: Please contact Paris Hill to sign up at (650)933-3388
Contact Information: Paris Hill (650) 933-3388 or email at parishill40@gmail.com
Mannakin Theater & Dance
Description: Ballet & Modern dance instruction for children 3-12 with a holiday performance to close out!
Schedule: Every Tuesday from 3:30-7:00pm
Location: YMCA City Room (550 Bell St. East Palo Alto CA 94303)
Registration: Sign up at www,epaballet.com
Contact Information: Contact Nathan Cottam at (650) 933-3388 or email at parishill40@gmail.com
Recreation Activities
Looking for activities to keep or get you and your family in shape. Check out the options below that will be happening around town. Everything from basketball clinics to tuning up your bike before a nice ride around town, we have something for you to enjoy.
For ages 4 & Up
Basketball Workshop
Youth Competitive Football
Early Age Baseball
Basketball Skills Training
Camp Doza
Description: Brush up on your skills for Basketball season with Camp Doza. We will be focusing on the offense this winter: Dribbling, Shooting, and Passing.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, November 14-19, 2021 from 5:00-7:00pm in the gym
Location: Ravenswood Middle School- Cesar Chavez (2540 Ralmar Ave. East Palo Alto CA 94303)
Registration: Please call or text Coach Mario Mendoza to sign up at 650-898-5107
Contact Information: Mario Mendoza (650) 898-5107 or email at mario@campdoza.com
MPAA Mastodons
Description:
Schedule:
Location: Los Robles Ronald McNair Field (behind Boys & Girls Club) 2031 Pulgas Ave. East Palo Alto CA 94303
Registration: Please inquire about sign ups at the field or contact Coach Jeff Austin at disciple0633@gmail.com
Contact Information: Coach Jeffrey Austin email at disciple0633@gmail.com
EPA T-Ball & Pitching Machine
Description: Fall Ball for the ages 4-9. At EPA T-Ball & Pitching Machine, we place emphasis on more than the game. Our goal is for youth to leave the program better people while learning the fundamentals of baseball and teamwork.
Schedule: Season runs through November 13th: Practice for ages 4-6 (T-Ball) is Tuesday at 5:30-7:00pm and Saturday 9:30-10:30am, ages 7-9 (Coach Pitch) is Wednesday and Thursdays from 5:45-7:00pm
Location: Jack Farrell Park (2504 Fordham St. East Palo Alto CA 94303)
Registration: To register, sign up HERE
Contact Information: Please email admin@epatball.org or call (310) 570-6783 for questions
The Process Academy
Description: Process Academy offers high level Basketball instruction to youth ages 6-13 all over the Bay Area. Youth are able to learn the fundamentals while practicing the game in a fun way. Open to all skill levels: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced.
Schedule: Every Thursday from 4:30-5:30pm
Location: Jack Farrell Park (2504 Fordham St. East Palo Alto CA 94303)
Registration: To sign up, please contact Rondell Howard at rondell94303@gmail.com
Contact Information: Coach Rondell Howard at rondell94303@gmail.com
For Families
Live In Peace
Description: The Bike Shop will be offering Bike Rides to youth and families as well the many other services they normally provide at their amazing facility. Park your car and grab a bike!
Schedule: Youth Rides starting at 4:00-5:30pm and Family Rides ever 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month
Location: Live In Peace Bike Shop (2524 Pulgas Ave. East Palo Alto CA 94303)
Registration: Please call or text the Bike Shop to sign up at 650-501-2525
Contact Information: Ken Williams (650) 773-2597 or email at ken@liveinpeace.org
My Gym Children Fitness
Description: My Gym Palo Alto focuses on meaningful play through age-appropriate gymnastics and skill building classes, including gymnastics, Ninja Training, and Little Crafters. WE offer parent participation and independent classes for children ages 6 months to 10 years.
Schedule: Every Friday starting November 5th to December 17th from 4:00-6:00pm
Location: Joel Davis Park (1960 Tate Street, East Palo Alto CA 94303) or YMCA City Room in case of bad weather
Registration: Sign up for classes HERE
Contact Information: Please email Juakila McConnell at juakila22@gmail.com