Located at 1601 Valley Drive
Developed in 1939

One of the oldest City parks, Live Oak encompasses almost nine acres and, among other things, is the site of the annual Old Hometown Fair in October. One of the City's most cherished "tot lots" is located in this park, along with an older children's play area.

Six lighted tennis courts in the park are used frequently for classes, private matches and several tennis tournaments sponsored by the City. One lighted basketball court and two large lighted multipurpose fields make this park a favorite destination for community members - (310) 545-0888.

Several picnic areas can accommodate from a dozen to 50 people and include two barbecues. Restrooms and drinking fountains are also available.

Several community buildings are located in this park, including the Live Oak Recreation Center which houses a tennis office and ceramics studio. Joslyn Community Center is home to a senior citizens club and is available to the general public for meetings, parties or other gatherings. The facility includes an auditorium and stage, meeting rooms, kitchen, library and dance and exercise studio. Live Oak Hall is a large room that can accommodate group meetings and exercise classes. The Scout House is a rustic meeting room used for scouting activities only.

Live Oak Park is also the site of the Martin Ganz Memorial, dedicated to the police officer who was killed in the line of duty on December 27, 1993. Designed by William Mikus, the public artwork is positioned under two sycamore trees. In the center of the blue concrete base sits a monolith with Officer Ganz's name, birth date and day of his death. Atop the centerpiece is a casting of the helmet Ganz wore as a traffic officer, his gloves, keys, sunglasses and badge. The artwork is surrounded by ten concrete seats for visitors.

Ample parking for Live Oak Park visitors is available across the street from the park and along the curb which borders Valley Drive.

Live Oak Dog Run
Dogs are permitted in the Dog Run located just north of the tennis courts. The Dog Run is open from 8:00 AM until 9:00 PM daily.

Live Oak Dog Run Rules (PDF)
Live Oak Dog Run Etiquette (PDF)

Facilities that can be reserved:
For reservations, please contact Ada Wallace, Facility Reservations  at (310) 802-5410.

Joslyn Community Center Auditorium

Size	4,140 square feet
Maximum Capacity	Dining: 170 Assembly with chairs: 250	Length of Use	Minimum 2 hours
Hours Available	Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday and Sunday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Equipment	See rental equipment list
Note: Set-ups available; Alcohol is prohibited
Appropriate for the following types of events: Meetings, parties, wedding receptions

Joslyn Community Center Northeast Room

Joslyn Community Center Northwest Room

Joslyn Community Center Kitchen

Size	312 square feet
Maximum Capacity	10	Length of Use	Minimum 2 hours
Hours available	Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday and Sunday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Equipment	Refrigerator/freezer Stove Oven Microwave 2 stainless steel carts
Note: Set-ups available; Alcohol is prohibited
Appropriate for the following types of events: Catering parties or events

Joslyn Community Center Southwest (dance studio)

Size	1,140 square feet (wood floors)
Maximum Capacity	30	Length of Use	Minimum 2 hours
Hours Available	Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday and Sunday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Equipment	No tables or chairs are available for this room because of the wood floors
Note: Set-ups available
Appropriate for the following types of events: Dance and exercise class activities

Live Oak Park Hall

Live Oak Park Picnic Area (north end)

Number of Tables	4	Number of Reservable Tables	2
Maximum Capacity per Table	25	Length of Use	Minimum 2 hours Maximum 6 hours
Hours Available	8:00 AM to dusk daily	Equipment	N/A
Note: Set-ups available
Appropriate for the following types of events: Parties, small gatherings

Live Oak Park Gazebo

Rental Equipment List

The following items are available to the public for rental when reserving an indoor facility. Equipment items may not be removed from the facility. The cost of repair/replacement of equipment resulting for applicant's use will be deducted from the reservation deposit.

• (1) portable movie screen--$10
• (2) 55 cup coffee makers--$10 each
• (1) podium--$5
• (1) 19-inch TV/VCR--$25
• (1) overhead projector and cart--$15
• (1) megaphone--$15
• (4) easels (black, wood)--$5 each
• (1) portable P.A. system--$15
• (2) portable chalkboards (wood)--$10 each
• (1) upright piano--$50 NE room only (6) microphones--$15 each (Auditorium only)