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MHD OTR South LA Resources

Published on: 6th September, 2022

This is an episode of MHD Off the Record South L.A. Community Resources, where Chavonne Taylor shares what services, programs, and events we have available in our city and community. Here you can check for information and resources regarding housing, wellness, and employment but also art programs, music festivals and so much more. 

Resources discussed in episode:

WELLNESS

1. Aquasize Class

Walk-in rates:

Adults (18-49) $5.00

Adults (50+) $4.00

Series (10 classes)

Adults (18-49) $45.00

Adults (50+) $35.00

When: Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00pm-6:45pm

Where: Van Ness Pool 5720 2nd Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90043

Contact: vanness.pool@lacity.org

More Info: www.instagram.com/vanness.pool


2. Moovin' & Groovin' All-Abilities Dance Workout for Adults 55+

When: Wednesdays at 11am

Where: Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library 2205 W. Florence Avenue. Los Angeles, CA 90043

Contact: 323-750-7241

More Info: www.lapl.org/branches/hyde-park


3. Beginner's Yoga

When: Thursdays at 6:30pm

Where: Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library 2205 W. Florence Avenue. Los Angeles, CA 90043

Contact: 323-750-7241

More Info: www.lapl.org/branches/hyde-park


4. Tree Yoga Cooperative Grand Opening Celebration

When: September 10th at 8:30am

Where: The Beehive 918 E. 60th St. Los Angeles, CA 90001

More info and RSVP: www.TreeYogaCoop.com


TRANSPORTATION

5. Metro GoPass Fareless Pass Program

The GoPass Program is available to students at participating K-12 schools and community colleges, with a focus on helping students ride transit without the worry of paying fare. With a registered GoPass TAP card, students attending participating schools can ride Metro and other participating systems to and from school, and for trips after school and on weekends.

More info: www.Metro.com/GoPass


YOUTH PROGRAMS

6. Metro Youth Council

Metro is also selecting 27 youth to represent on their youth council.

Information Sessions via Zoom:

Thursday, September 8th at 6pm

Tuesday, September 13 at 6pm

Saturday September 24th at 10am

More info and to RSVP: www.metro.net/about/youth-council


HOUSING

7.  Low-Income Purchase Assistance (First-time Home Buyers)

Contact: (213) 808-8800

More Info: www.housing.lacity.org/housing/housing-programs/first-time-homebuyers


EMPLOYMENT

8. Trans & Non-Binary Career Resource Clinic

When: September 7th at 10am

Where: Via Zoom

More info and to RSVP: bit.ly/LATransCareerClinic


7. Trans & Non-Binary Job Fair

When: September 14th at 10am

Where: Via Zoom

More info and to RSVP: bit.ly/LATransJobs


MUSIC, ARTS, AND RECREATION

8. Barbara Morrison Jazz & Blues Music Festival and Barbara Morrison Square Intersection Naming

When: September 10th 10am to 7pm

Where: Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center 4305 Degnan Blvd #101, Los Angeles, CA 90008

More info: www.culturela.org/event/barbara-morrison-jazz-blues-music-festival-and-barbara-morrison-square-intersection-naming


9. Harvard Park Community Block Party

When: September 17th 10am to 2pm

Where: Jackie Tatum Harvard Park 1535 W 62nd Street

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