Events
About Events
The following sections provides information on community celebrations, special events, and other activities happening in the Park.
Halloween Stew
Ages 3 to 6
Join Abrakadoodle for a spooky good time during our Halloween holiday program. We'll paint a unique picture, learn about a famous artist, and receive a Halloween story, special treat, and some "Halloween Stew" stirred in the black cauldron. Each child leaves with a framed piece of art!
No fee for supervising adults.
- Thursday, Oct. 16, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
- The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive
- $12 per child (resident) / $14 (non-resident)
- Click here to register for Activity # 4182
- Registration deadline: Oct. 10
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27th Annual Halloween Party
All ages (children must be accompanied by a paid adult)
The creatures at Westwood have nature games, refreshments and special activities waiting for you. We offer two decorated theme trails: Mother Nature’s Trail for those who prefer bright, friendly creatures and the Mystery Night Hike for those looking to be spooked in the dark woods. Each adult and child age 2 and older must pay to register. Register before Oct. 8 and receive an early-bird discount rate! Tickets will be mailed Oct. 9.
PREREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
- Friday, Oct. 17, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m
- Click here to register for Activity # 4138
- Saturday, Oct. 18, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m
- Click here to register for Activity # 4139
- Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.
- Early Bird Rate (postmarked by Oct. 8):
- $7 per person (resident) / $8 (non-resident)
- After Oct. 8:
- $9 per person (resident) / $10 (non-resident)
- Children under 2 are free
- Registration deadline: when program is filled
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Goblin March &"Boo-Gie" Concert
Ages 3 to 12
The Rec Center becomes the Great Pumpkin Patch so costumed kids can march through decorated halls to collect treats and surprises. Dance to "boo-gie" music and check out the photo opportunity in the gallery. Volunteers welcome.
Friday, Oct. 24, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive
- $5 per child (resident) / $7 (non-resident)
- Click here to register for Activity # 4184
- Registration deadline: when program is filled
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Gobble, Gobble, Gobble
Ages 3 to 6
Join Abrakadoodle for a gobble of a good time during our Thanksgiving holiday program. We'll paint a unique fall picture, learn about a famous artist, sing songs and play fun games. Our special class ends with a sweet holiday treat and each child leaves with a framed piece of art. No fee for supervising adults.>
Thursday, Nov. 6, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- The Rec Center Gallery, 3700 Monterey Drive
- $12 per child (resident) / $14 (non-resident)
- Click here to register for Activity # 4185
- Registration deadline: Oct. 30
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Kids Turkey Bingo
Ages 6 to 12
Spend the morning of this school release day playing Bingo. Prizes awarded for the winners of each bingo game. Registrants can stay for free ice skating after Bingo.
Wednesday, Nov. 26, 11 a.m. – noon
- The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive
- $3 per child (resident) / $4 (non-resident)
- Click here to register for Activity # 4187
- Registration deadline: Nov. 21
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Old Log Theater ![]()
Ages 7 and up
Join us on a field trip to see "The Elves and the Shoemaker" at the Old Log Theater in Plymouth. An upbeat, fanciful tale about a troupe of elves who help out a poor cobbler by making a pair of fantastic and magical shoes. Fee includes transportation and light lunch prior to show. Bus leaves The Rec Center.
Wednesday, Nov. 26, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- The Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive,
- $22 per child (resident) / $26 (non-resident)
- Click here for register for Activity # 4274
- Registration deadline: Nov. 11
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Cookies with Mrs. Claus
Ages 3 to 6
Personalize sugar cookies and enjoy stories about the North Pole told by Mrs. Claus. No fee for adults.
Thursday, Dec. 4, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- The Rec Center Banquet Room, 3700 Monterey Drive
- $12 per child (resident) / $14 (non-resident)
- Click here to register for Activity # 4189
- Registration deadline: Nov. 28











