July 15, 2024

Reminder: Help Shape the Future of Vista Parks at the July 16 Community Meeting

The Recreation & Community Services Department will hold public meetings to gather input on Vista's parks and recreation offerings.

Wave Waterpark Needs Assessment

Share your ideas for future improvements at the Wave Waterpark. We'll use your input to guide potential upgrades.

🗓️ Date: July 16

⌚ Time: 6 pm

📍 Location: Morris B. Vance Community Room at the Vista Civic Center, 200 Civic Center Drive

Paseo Buena Vista Specific Site Park Plan

We're seeking your vision for a 1-acre park east of Townsite Drive, off E. Vista Way.

🗓️ Date: July 16

⌚ Time: 7 pm

📍 Location: Morris B. Vance Community Room at the Vista Civic Center, 200 Civic Center Drive

Reminder: Review of Pickleball Court Options on July 22

The community is invited to attend the July 22 Parks & Recreation Commission meeting at the Vista Civic Center for a discussion on potential locations for new pickleball courts at Brengle Terrace Park.

Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting

🗓️ Date: Monday, July 22

⌚ Time: 6 pm

📍 Location: Council Chambers at the Vista Civic Center, 200 Civic Center Drive

In collaboration with local fire agencies, the Vista Fire Department presents "Ignite Your Potential," a free program designed to introduce young women to various aspects of the fire service. Participants will explore the competitive career path in fire service and learn about essential character traits required for success. The program is open to individuals aged 16-22 of all genders.

This 3-day course will be held from August 9-11, from 8 am to 5 pm, at locations in Vista, Oceanside, and Carlsbad.

Upcoming City Events

"School of Rock" at the Moonlight Amphitheatre

🗓️ Date: through July 27

⌚ Time: 8 pm

📍 Location: 1250 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista

💲 Admission: $15-$60

Friday Splash at the Wave Waterpark

🗓️ Date: July 19

⌚ Time: 4 pm-8 pm

📍 Location: 101 Wave Drive, Vista

💲 Admission: $12

National Night Out

in partnership with the Vista Sheriff's Office

🗓️ Date: August 6

⌚ Time: 5 pm- 7 pm

📍 Location: Vista Civic Center, 200 Civic Center Drive, Vista

💲 Admission: FREE

Upcoming Community Events

Story Time on the Farm

🗓️ Date: July 17, July 31, August 14

⌚ Time: 2 pm

📍 Location: Sand n' Straw Community Farm, 629 Mar Vista Drive, Vista

💲 Admission: $12

Ice Cream Social

🗓️ Date: July 20

⌚ Time: 1 pm-5 pm

📍 Location: Vista Historical Museum, 2317 Old Foothill Drive, Vista

💲 Admission: $5

Muscles Off Main Car Show

🗓️ Date: July 27

⌚ Time: 9 am-2 pm

📍 Location: Guajome Park Academy, 2000 N. Santa Fe Avenue, Vista

💲 Admission: FREE

Kingdom Kutz Give Back

🗓️ Date: July 27

⌚ Time: 11 am-4 pm

📍 Location: Kingdom Kutz, 101 S. Indiana Avenue, Vista

💲 Admission: FREE

Alley Art Festival

🗓️ Date: July 27

⌚ Time: 4 pm-9 pm

📍 Location: Downtown Vista

💲 Admission: FREE

Vista Farmers Market

🗓️ Date: Every Saturday

⌚ Time: 8 am-12 pm

📍 Location: Vista Courthouse Parking Lot, 345 S. Melrose Drive

What's Happening at the McClellan Senior Center

Upcoming events at the McClellan Senior Center, located at 1400 Vale Terrace Drive, include:

• July 16: Dance with Me (Ballet & Stretch, 9:30 am-10:30 am); Danzercise (Absolute Beginner, 10:45 am-11:45 am); Bingo (11 am-12 pm); Mahjong Club (1 pm-3 pm); Craft Club (1 pm-3 pm); Dance with Me (intro to tap, 3 pm-3:45 pm).
• July 17: Fusion Yoga/TaiChi/Pilates (9:30 am-10:30 am); Theatre Appreciation (10 am-11:30 am); Social Bridge Club (11 am-12 pm); Independence Day Party with Live Music by Blue Creek (11 am-12 pm); Tango (4:30 pm-5:30 pm).
• July 18: Zumba Gold (10 am-11 am); Thinking Thursday (11 am-12 pm); Vista Danzercise (11:15 am-12:15 pm); Mahjong Club (1 pm-3 pm).
• July 19: Happy Stitchers Club (knitting & crocheting, 9 am-12 pm); Guess Who's Coming to Lunch Reveal (12:30 pm).
• July 22: Movement with Music (9:30 am-10:30 am); Yoga (10:30 am-11:30 am); Start with Art (11 am-12 pm); Strength & Stretch (3 pm-4 pm).
• July 23: Dance with Me (ballet & stretch, 9:30 am-10:30 am); Danzercise (absolute beginner, 10:45 am-11:45 am); Bingo (11 am-12 pm); Mahjong Club (1 pm-3 pm); Dance With Me (intro to tap, 3 pm-3:45 pm).

For more information, call 760.643.5288.

A Hub of Senior Services Since 1974

The McClellan Senior Center has served as the City of Vista's central hub for senior services for 50 years. The Center offers a wide range of services, resources, and activities for Vista's seniors, including nutrition programs, transportation, classes, and special events. You can find detailed information about everything the Center provides below.

This Week's Events at the Vista Library

The Vista Library, 700 Eucalyptus Avenue, hosts various events and classes the entire community can use.

• Access Vista Mobile App (report issues and access City information and resources).
• Report a Problem
• Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility
• Summer Day Camps at Brengle Terrace Park
• Youth Recreation Programs
• Adult Recreation Programs
• Parks & City Facilities Rental
• Job Openings at the City of Vista
• Vista Emergency Housing Assistance Program
• Clean Energy Alliance
• City of Vista Calendar
• Residential Tree Giveaway Program