SKY'S THE LIMIT

Sky's the Limit Observatory & Nature Center is hosting a special Night Sky Program for local residents on Saturday, August 3 from 8:30 - 10:30 pm. The event is free, but on-line registration is required.

The evening program will begin with images of deep sky objects – nebulae, galaxies, and star clusters – captured by the camera on the C-14 telescope inside the dome and narrated by John Watkins, Professor of Physics & Astronomy at Copper Mountain College.

A laser tour of August’s constellations will follow. Guests will then stroll the Walkway to the Stars, among the astronomers with their various types of telescopes, to observe the wonders of the night sky.

Please arrive between 8:00 and 8:15 to park and enjoy a tour of the Orrery – a model of the Solar System at a scale of 20 billion to 1 – just after sunset.

Please bring comfortable camp chairs, plenty of water, and a red flashlight. Please wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes.

Sky’s The Limit is at 9697 Utah Trail, just outside the North Entrance to Joshua Tree National Park.

Click HERE to register!

LUCKIE PARK POOL SCHEDULE

As the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, there's no better way to beat the heat than by taking a refreshing dip in our sparkling waters. Whether you're looking to perfect your backstroke during lap swim, lounge poolside with a good book, or simply enjoy quality time with friends and family, our pool has something for everyone.

Public Swim 1p.m.-5p.m.:

• June 8- August 11
• August 17-18
• August 24-25
• August 31-September 2

Adult Lap Swim Weekdays 10a.m.-11 a.m.:

• June 10-August 9

Senior Swim Weekdays 11a.m.-12 p.m.:

• June 10-August 9

Grab your swimsuit and sunscreen and join us as we kick off a summer filled with splashes, smiles, and memories to last a lifetime!

For more information, please call Park and Rec at (760)-367-7562.

YOUTH SOCCER

Registration Dates: July 15 - August 16, 2024

Ages: 4-14

Cost: $55 per player (Families with three or more children receive a $10 discount for the third child and so on)

Player Evaluations:

• Ages 12-14: Tuesday, August 20 @ 6PM on Luckie Park Soccer Field
• Ages 10-11: Wednesday, August 21 @ 6PM on Luckie Park Soccer Field
• Ages 8-9: Thursday, August 22 @ 6PM on Luckie Park Soccer Field
• Players wishing to play out of their age bracket (e.g., player age 9 who wants to play in the 10/11 division) must attend Player Evaluations for the division they want to play in. No exceptions!

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity for your child to learn and enjoy soccer in a fun, supportive environment. Register now and join the fun at Luckie Park!

Volunteer Coaches Needed! Contact Haywood Adams at hadams@29palms.org or by phone at (760) 367-7562.

For more information and to register, visit twentyninepalms.recdesk.com.

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL

Registration Dates: July 15 - August 16, 2024

Grades: 4th - 8th

Cost: $55 per player (Families with three or more children receive a $10 discount for the third child and so on)



Player Evaluations:



• Grades 4/5/6: Thursday, August 22 @ 6PM at the Twentynine Palms Community Center
• Grades 7/8: Thursday, August 22 @ 6PM at the Twentynine Palms Community Center

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity for your child to learn and enjoy volleyball in a fun, supportive environment. Register now and join the fun at the Twentynine Palms Community Center!

Volunteer Coaches Needed! Contact Jonas Childs at jchilds@29palms.org or by phone at (760) 367-7562.

For more information and to register, visit twentyninepalms.recdesk.com.

BRIGHT FUTURE AHEAD FOR LUCKIE PARK

The City of Twentynine Palms is excited to announce the commencement of the Ballfield Light Project at Luckie Park, scheduled to begin within the next week. This initiative is part of our ongoing efforts to enhance community facilities and ensure the safety and quality of life for all residents and visitors.

Work on the Ballfield Light Project will begin by July 31, starting with the closure of Luckie Avenue to through traffic. Residents and visitors to Luckie Park are advised to use the detour routes that will be provided. The Public Works Department will set up a temporary fencing laydown yard at the north end of Luckie Avenue to facilitate this work.

Qualite, a leading provider of lighting solutions contracted by the City, will be on-site starting August 7 to begin the demolition process. The new, advanced LED lighting poles are scheduled to arrive by August 26, with installation to follow immediately.

The project is anticipated to reach completion by October 1, 2024. During this period, sections of the sidewalk may be temporarily closed to ensure public safety.

For more information or updates on the project, please contact the City of Twentynine Palms at (760) 367-6799.

Explore the Exciting Lineup of Events Supported by Visit 29 Palms’ Sponsorship and Event Grant Program

In January 2024, Visit 29 Palms, the City of Twentynine Palms’ Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) launched a new Sponsorship and Event Grant Program, with the goal of driving community engagement, attracting overnight visitors, and supporting the city’s five key destination pillars.

After two rounds of open calls for proposals, the TBID Advisory Board is thrilled to have awarded funding support for 28 events and programming through the March – December period. This includes everything from music festivals, film festivals, half marathons, rock climbing events and bouldering competitions, art festivals and studio tours, wellness weekends, comedy nights, and more!

To learn more about this program, and to see all of the upcoming sponsored events, head on over to Visit29.org.

Public Records Requests Are Going Green

The City of Twentynine Palms has partnered with Just FOIA to streamline our Public Records Request process. In an effort to be more environmentally friendly, we will no longer be accepting paper request forms.

To submit a new request simply visit 29palms.org and follow the steps below:

1. Hover over "Government" in the dropdown menu.
2. Under "City Clerk" select "Forms".
3. Click on the "Request for Public Records", here you will be directed to the Public Records Request portal.

The new Public Records Request portal allows you to check the status of a submitted request by clicking the "Track Status" link and entering the "Request Number" sent to you in a confirmation email. To search the record request archive, please click on the "Search Archive" link and enter keywords that could be associated with your search.

Local Resources and Programs for Veterans

The City of Twentynine Palms harbors a notable veteran community, serving as the home to the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center the largest training base for the Marine Corps globally.

To help honor those who have served, the City in collaboration with numerous local organizations offers a diverse range of services to support veterans in navigating benefits and documentation. These services encompass education benefits, pension benefits, medical applications, and disability compensation.

Visit Veteran Resources and Services to learn more!