The La Mirada Positive Alternatives and Recreation for Kids (P.A.R.K.) program is hosting a Summer Safety series for youth. The series will include special presentations from first responders and other safety professionals emphasizing safe behavior. The activities are held from 2:15 to 3 p.m. every Thursday, from July 9 through August 27, at the following sites:

July 9^th, Gardenhill Park – Animal Safety; July 16^th, Frontier Park – First Aid; July 23^rd, Windermere Park – Insect Awareness; July 30^th Gardenhill Park – Fire Safety; August 6^th, Frontier Park – Personal Safety; August 13^th, Windermere Park – Pedestrian Safety; August 20^th Gardenhill Park – Bicycle Safety; August 27^th Frontier Park – Electrical Safety.

“We encourage all kids to attend the Summer Safety series,” says Safety Education Officer Mary Cipres. “Through presentations and activities, children will learn valuable tips to stay safe and avoid trouble.”

The P.A.R.K. program is a free recreation program that offers a variety of activities such as reading club, homework club, science workshops, sports tournaments, crafts, and cooking classes. During the summer months, the program is open Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The P.A.R.K. program is offered at Frontier, Gardenhill and Windermere Parks in La Mirada and is available to ages 5 to 17.

For more information on the P.A.R.K program or the Summer Safety series, visit Windermere, Frontier or Gardenhill Park or call (562) 943-7277.