The latest news, events and updates from the City of San Gabriel

San Gabriel’s popular annual summer entertainment series will begin with the city's annual block party "Surf's Up - Summer Kick Off" next Thursday, June 16, from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Mission District.

This year’s event will include:

  • A live performance of Beach Boy tunes by Woody and the Longboards
  • Polynesian dance performance by South Bay Luaus
  • Food trucks - and make a stop by Blossom Market Hall!
  • Carnival games
  • Kids zone
  • A beer and wine garden by PEZ Cantina offering beer, wine, and margaritas for purchase

Street closure:
Mission Drive will be closed between Santa Anita and W. Broadway from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. to accommodate the event.

Parking:
Parking will be available at the Mission Playhouse (enter from W. Broadway) and the San Gabriel Valley Medical Center (S. Santa Anita St. and W. Broadway).

For more information, please visit SanGabrielCity.com/Summer.

LA County Library celebrates reading, learning, and exploration for library customers of all ages with its annual Summer Discovery Program now through August 14.  

Customers interested in participating can sign up individually or as a family online at LACountyLibrary.org/Summer-Discovery or pick up a paper version of the game and activity ideas at the San Gabriel Library. 

The Summer Discovery Program helps customers explore LA County Library’s resources and discover everything the Library has to offer. It also aims to help students who are out of school during the summer months continue reading and learning, helping to ensure their educational success in the next school year.  
 
To complete the program, participants need to read 3 books and complete 3 activities. Kids and teens will earn a free book prize for completing the challenge. All ages will be entered into prize drawings, and adult participants will have the opportunity to win a Kindle Fire grand prize.

For more information on the Summer Discovery Program and to sign up, visit LACountyLibrary.org/Summer-Discovery.

Asian Youth Center, in conjunction with Garfield Health Center, will be offering vaccinations at Smith Park, 232 West Broadway, on Saturday, June 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The vaccination area will be located to the east of the park's restroom building.
 
Registration is recommended. Please bring a valid ID and insurance card, if applicable. Vaccinations will also be available at this location in the coming months. To learn more about future dates, please click here.
 
For more information, contact Julian Zhu at (626) 716-8048.

The Mission Playhouse will showase "Cinderella", presented by the Pasadena Civic Ballet on Saturday, June 11 and Sunday, June 12. Watch the storybook pages of this classic fairytale come to life featuring the enchanting Fairy Godmother performed by guest artist Brittany Cavaco of the English National Ballet and Los Angeles Ballet.

Please click here for performance times and ticket information.

San Gabriel Police Department Chief Harris is hosting the next "411 with the Chief" on Tuesday, June 14 at San Gabriel City Hall Council Chambers from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. RSVPs are not required and residents are invited to attend and ask any questions or share their concerns.
 
Also in attendance will be Greg de Vinck, Public Works Director, to discuss new projects happening in the City and to answer any questions from the community.

Kids aged 6-12 years old can enjoy the free "Summer Parks with a Mission" program from June 14 to July 15 at Roosevelt Elementary School, 402 Walnut Grove Avenue. Join Recreation Leaders on weekdays from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for homework assistance, arts & crafts, field games, and fun activities.

For more information about the program, click here. To register for the program, click here or call Amy Cortez, Recreation Coordinator at (626) 308-2875.

The City of San Gabriel is expanding programs to meet the needs of San Gabriel seniors. New programs include the Healthy Hears Walking Club, Social Bingo and expanded trip at a cost.

Regular classes are also available, including:

  • Ballroom dance
  • Pickle ball
  • Table tennis
  • Quilting with friends
  • Creative art group

Fee-based classes available include...
Gentle yoga, chair yoga, pilates, Tai Chi, Zumba, lap swim, Hawaiian/Polynesian dance and more.

For more information, click the Grapevine Guide to view the classes. To register, click here or call (626) 308-2875.

Election season is here! The next General Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, for the election of three Members of the San Gabriel City Council, City Clerk, and City Treasurer for the full term of four years.

For more information, click here.

  • San Gabriel Valley Humane Society Yard Sale - Sunday, June 12
  • "411 with the Chief" - Tuesday, June 14
  • Surf's Up - Thursday, June 16
  • Jennifer Keith Sextet Concert - Thursday, June 23
  • Drive Band Concert and Encanto Movie - Thursday, June 30

Please stay tuned for more information in the upcoming weeks.
Watch a replay of the June 7 City Council meeting where the City Council presented proclamations for LGBTQ + Pride month and Juneteenth Day, adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget, discussion regarding San Gabriel's transit program and consideration of San Gabriel's Municipal Election to be held on November 8, 2022.
Watch a replay of the June 6 Community Services Commission meeting.
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