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October 2018
Mark your calendar! October 8 October 10 October 12 October 13 October 13 October 16 October 18 October 18 October 19 October 20 October 24 October 24 October 25 October 26 October 29 October 30 October 31 October 31
LISD Fair Day Homecoming Parade, 5:00 p.m., Historic Town Square Homecoming Foot Ball Game, 7:30 p.m., Tiger Stadium Hispanic Heritage Art Event, 11:00 a.m., Library Second Saturday on the Square, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Historic Town Square City Council District 2 Town Hall Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Crescent Medical Center Civic Leadership Academy, 6:30 p.m., Public Safety Building Dive In Movie Night, 7:30 p.m., Aquatics Center LISD Football Game, 7:30 p.m., Forester Stadium, 8233 Military Parkway ILT Community Health Fair, 10:00 a.m., ILT, 1900 W. Pleasant Run Road Vendor Fair, 11:00 a.m., Recreation Center Golf Course Ribbon Cutting/Re-Grand Opening, 5:30 p.m., Country View Golf Course Civic Leadership Academy, 6:30 p.m., Recreation Center LISD Football Game, 7:30 p.m. @ Tiger Stadium Walk in Court, 1:00 p.m. @ Lancaster Municipal Court City Council District 6 Town Hall Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Recreation Center Fall Festival BOO Vie Night, Recreation Center Best Dressed Pet Costume Contest, 6:00 p.m., Dog Park
City Council Meetings October 8 Regular Meeting October 15 Work Session October 22 Regular Meeting November 12 Regular Meeting December 10 Regular Meeting December 17 Work Session * Meetings are subject to change or be cancelled with notice.
Save the Date! November 1 November 2 November 3 November 15
Civic Leadership Academy, 6:30 p.m., James R. Williams Pump Station LISD Football Game, 7:30 p.m., Highlander Stadium 4233 Grassmere Lane City Wide Trash Off/Extreme Green Event/Paint Reuse Program City Council District 3 Town Hall Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Senior Life Center
Table of Contents: Calendar Items 1 Fire Prevention Week & Pleasant Run Road Construction 2 Mayor and City Council 3 District Town Hall Meetings 4-5 Bulk Trash Map 6 Bulk Trash Schedule, Recycle Coach 7 Simple Recycling, Best Yard Award 8 National Hispanic Heritage, Breast Cancer Awareness, Fire Prevention, Domestic Violence Awareness 9 LISD Homecoming Parade & Game, Buzzed Art, Dive in\ Movie 10 DCHHS, Vendor Fair, Fall Festival/Boo Vie, Best Pet Costume Contest 11 Walk In Court, City Wide Trash Off Event 12 Expired Medication Drop Off, Toll Tags, Smoke Detectors, Power Outages 13 Code Red Weather Warning 14 Lancaster Regional Airport 15-16 Senior Citizen Discount, Storm Water Education 17 Courtesy Notice, Reduce the Risk of West Nile 18 Boards and Commissions 19 Animal Control, Parking on two-way roadway, No Parking in front of mailboxes 20-21 LEEP, Grass Clippings are Liter! 22 Country View Golf Course 23 Quality of Life and Cultural Services 24 Youth Programs and Athletics 25-26 Adult Fitness/Programs 27-29 Aquatics 30-31 Library Programs 32-33 Senior Life Center Programs 34-37 Important Numbers 38
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October 7th through 13th is Fire Prevention Week The Lancaster Fire Department will be visiting the following schools on the following days to provide Fire Safety Presentations for Fire Prevention Week. o o o o o o o o
10/3/18 International Leadership of Texas 10/4/18 Life School Lancaster Campus 10/9/18 Rolling Hills Elementary 10/10/18 West Main Elementary 10/12/18 Houston Elementary 10/15/18 Pleasant Run Elementary 10/16/18 Rosa Parks Millbrook Elementary 10/17/18 Belt Line Elementary
CERT will participate in Fire Prevention Safety during their monthly meeting at the Public Safety Building on October 25th.
Pleasant Run Road Construction Pleasant Run Road construction update. Exciting Road improvements are coming to the City of Lancaster. Pleasant Run Road Phase 1 Construction Location: I-35 Service Road to Houston School Road Proposed Start: Monday, September 17th (weather permitting) Duration: 4 - 6 months During construction, please allow for extra time to get to your destination. We are excited for the infrastructure improvements! We appreciate your patience and understanding during construction.
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If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Community Relations Department at 972-218-1300 or email communityrelations@lancaster-tx.com.
Your Mayor and City Council Clyde C. Hairston Mayor
Carol Strain-Burk Councilmember District 1
Derrick D. Robinson Council Member District 4
Stanley Jaglowski Deputy Mayor Pro Tem District 2
Racheal Hill Council Member District 5
Marco Mejia Mayor Pro Tem District 3
Nina Morris Council Member District 6 3
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When is your Bulk Trash Week? Download the free Recycle Coach app from your app store, or go to the city website at http://www.lancaster-tx.com/1081/ Interactive-Maps to determine your bulk trash week by entering your address. 6
Download the FREE app from your Apple store or Google Play and get a personalized trash collection schedule. This app allows you to set reminders for your trash, recycling, and bulk/brush collection from an hour, 12 hours, 24 hours, 48 hours or even a week prior to collection at no cost to you. Search "Recycle Coach" and select LANCASTER, Texas for your location.
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Lancaster residents can recycle reusable clothing, shoes, and housewares with free, curbside pick-up on their regular recycling collection day. Simply place your orange bags provided by Simple Recycling beside your recycling bin before 7:30 a.m. and they will take care of the rest, leaving behind replacement bags for your continued convenience. For a list of acceptable items, you can visit their website at www.simplerecycling.com.
Do you know someone (yourself, a neighbor, or a business) who is doing a great job maintaining their yard on a regular basis? Nominate them today! The City would like to recognize those who go above and beyond to keep our neighborhoods beautiful. Go to http://www.lancastertx.com/1212/Best-YardAward to access a nomination form.
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The Dive in Movie "RIO" plays at 7:30 p.m. on October 4th in the Aquatics Center.
Nearly 250,000 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year. That could be your mother, sister, daughter, your wife, or even you. The American Cancer Society is holding “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” walks so anyone touched by breast cancer won't have to face their diagnosis alone. For more information go to NorthTexasTXStrides@cancer.org.
Hispanic Heritage Paint Party from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on October 13th at the Library.
Saturday, October 6, 2018 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Home Depot Parking Lot 500 N. I-35E
Take A Stand is a call to action meant to bring attention to the issue of domestic violence for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and throughout the year. By taking a stand we intend to remind the nation that there are still countless people-victims and survivors, their children and families, their friends and family, their communities--impacted by domestic violence. We, all of us, should not stop until society has zero tolerance for domestic violence and until all 9 victims and survivors can be heard.
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Saturday, October 13th 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Painting Class Veterans Memorial Library 1600 Veterans Memorial Library 972-227-1080 Wednesday, October 10th 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Begins at Historic Town Square and ends at Beverly D. Humphrey Tiger Stadium
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Friday, October 7:30 p.m. Beverly D. Humphrey Tiger Stadium
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Thursday, October 18th 7:30 p.m. All ages enjoy feature film while relaxing in the water. Concessions available, floats permitted. $5 (or FREE with a Recreation ID card) Aquatic Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Library
Wednesday, October 31st 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Lancaster Recreation Center
Wednesday, October 31st 6:00 p.m. Dog Park, 211 W. Beltline Road11 11
Walk In Court Monday, October 29th 1:00 p.m. Sign in between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Court begins at 1:00 p.m. Warrants can be lifted by requesting a payment plan – You will need to have a form of payment on the day of Walk In Court to start a payment plan. Cash, Credit Card or Money Order is accepted. If you enter into a payment agreement with the Court and default on it by failing to make required monthly payments, the warrant will be reactivated along with additional costs and fees.
Want to request Deferred Adjudication on your traffic citation? Lancaster Municipal Court now offers online Deferred Adjudication Request via Traffic Payment. Fees and restrictions apply.
www.trafficpayment.com Lancaster Municipal Court 200 W. Main Street 972-218-1334
If you were incarcerated and did not receive credit for time served at the time of release on your Lancaster citations, no time served credit will be granted by the Judge. Dress Code NO Shorts (including uniform attire), NO sagging pants, NO Hats NO Tank tops, strapless or spaghetti straps NO Provocative attire, showing midriff NO Graphic t-shirts, in poor taste, by means of language, pictures, symbols, weapons. NO Long T-shirts NO Muscle shirts NO Super mini-skirts NO Flip-Flops or house shoes Shoes are required 12
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Expired Medication Drop Off Do you have expired medications that you need to dispose of? The City of Lancaster has implemented a secure drop off program for expired medications. You can drop off your expired medications Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Public Safety Building, 100 Craig Shaw Memorial Parkway.
Do you need a Toll Tag? Toll tags are available for purchase from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at 211 N. Henry Street, Lancaster, TX 75146. You must complete your application online before we can issue the tag. Online applications must be completed through the City of Lancaster website at www.lancaster-tx.com. National Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) customer service centers are located at the following locations: Dallas: 39025 LBJ Service Road Fort Worth: 4825 Overton Ridge Blvd., Suite 304 Grand Prairie: 5524 S. State Highway 360 Irving: 5555 President George Bush Turnpike Plano: 5900 W. Plano Parkway
Report Power Outage You may report any street light power outages by choosing one of the following options: • •
www.oncorstreetlight.com/# Call Oncor directly at 1-888-313-4747
Please ensure that you have the location prior to contacting Oncor.
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Stay Safe CodeRED Weather Warning will alert citizens in the direct path of severe weather. Alert Types Notifications will be sent out moments after a severe thunderstorm warning, tornado warning or flash flood warning has been issued by the National Weather Service. Only citizens in the immediate impact area will be alerted. Caller ID You will know the call is from CodeRED Weather Warning when you see the telephone number 888-566-9780. If you would like to hear the last message delivered to your phone, simply dial the number back. Privacy Your contact information will remain private and will only be used for severe weather alerts. You may also receive alerts in other areas that use CodeRED for community notifications. http://www.lancaster-tx.com/194/CodeRED-Emergency-Notifications
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At Lancaster Regional Airport, we not only serve pilots; we are pilots. We know what it means to fly. We know what it means to be a part of something bigger than yourself. We are family, friends, and colleagues. It doesn’t matter if you’re in a Cessna Citation business jet, military Blackhawk helicopter, a student just learning in a Grumman Come visit the Airport Café Trainer, or a visitor 730 Ferris Road with a special place in your heart for aviation; you’re one of us and you are welcome here.
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Full Service JET-A Fuel Full Service 100LL Fuel Self Service JET-A Fuel Self Service 100LL Fuel Aircraft Towing GPU Services Hangar Space Visit www.Lancaster-tx.com/118/Airport Ramp Space for fuel prices. FOD Control Wildlife Control Facility Maintenance Quality Control Respond to Airport Emergencies Improve Airport
Kellen Benbrook, Airport Manager 730 Ferris Road, Suite 102 Lancaster, TX 75146 972-227-5721 kbenbrook@Lancaster-tx.com
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Senior Citizens over the age of 62 qualify for a discount on their water bills. • How much is the discount? $2.24 water $2.06 sewer • How do I sign-up? Complete the form located at the utility billing desk at City Hall. • What should I bring with me? Bring your driver’s license for proof of identity. The water bill must be in the senior citizens name.
Nonpoint Source (NPS) pollution generally results from land runoff, precipitation, atmospheric deposition, drainage, seepage or hydrologic modification. NPS pollution, unlike pollution from industrial and sewage treatment plants, comes from many diffuse sources. NPS pollution is caused by rainfall or snowmelt moving over and through the ground. As the runoff moves, it picks up and carries away natural and human-made pollutants, finally depositing them into lakes, rivers, wetlands, coastal waters and ground waters. •Nonpoint source pollution can include: Excess fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides from agricultural lands and residential areas •Oil, grease and toxic chemicals from urban runoff and energy production •Sediment from improperly managed construction sites, crop and forest lands, and eroding streambanks •Salt from irrigation practices and acid drainage from abandoned mines •Bacteria and nutrients from livestock, pet wastes and faulty septic systems •Atmospheric deposition and hydromodification States report that nonpoint source pollution is the leading remaining cause of water quality problems. The effects of nonpoint source pollutants on specific waters vary and may not always be fully assessed. However, we know that these pollutants have harmful effects on drinking water supplies, recreation, fisheries and wildlife. https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2016-10/documents/nps_program_ highlights_report-508.pdf 17
Courtesy Notice This is a courtesy notice from your neighborhood trash and recycling partner CWD. We need your help! In order to safely pick up trash and recycling items, the trucks need ample space in order to maneuver into the alleyways. Cars parked across from the alleyways impede this process and increase the chance of private property being damaged. Can you please help us out? On service days, please ensure your vehicle is not parked in this area. Code Compliance will be notified about repeat offenders.
Reduce the Risk of West Nile Virus As mosquito season is still upon us, residents are strongly encouraged to take protective measures by utilizing the ‘4Ds’ to reduce the risk of West Nile Virus: DEET All Day, Every Day: Whenever you’re outside, use insect repellants that contain DEET, picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus. DRESS: Wear long, loose and light-colored clothing outside. DRAIN: Remove all areas of standing water in and around your home. DUSK & DAWN: Limit outdoor activities during dusk and dawn hours when mosquitoes are most active. 18
Do you have a specialized knowledge, an ability to plan for the future, or an enthusiastic interest in improving the quality of life right in your own community? The City of Lancaster needs people who have a strong interest in the community to serve on one of the City’s many boards and commissions. Submit your application today!
• Youth Advisory Committee • Property Standards & Appeals Board • Lancaster Economic Development Corporation • Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Lancaster Recreational Development Corporation (4B) • Library Advisory Board
• Historic Landmark Preservation Committee • Airport Advisory Board • Planning and Zoning Commission • Animal Shelter Advisory Committee • Museum Advisory Board • Zoning Board of Adjustment
Have questions? Please contact the City Secretary’s office at 972218-1310, or via email at: citysecretary@Lancastertx.com For more information go to: www.Lancaster-tx.com Home> Government>City Council>Boards and Commissions
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Doo The Right Thing!
Lancaster Animal Shelter 690 E. Main Street Lancaster 972-218-1210 Vet Services at the Lancaster Animal Shelter Saturday, October 20th 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Only $15 for each chip
Love your pet every day by committing to always pick up their waste and dispose of it properly. More on how pet waste affects you, your pet and our environment at DFWStormwater.com/Pet Waste.
Free Vet Services FREE Vet Services (for residents within the 75134 zip code) Wednesdays, October 10th & 24th Appointments are required and can be made at 972-472-3500
Vet Services are open to all Lancaster residents each 3rd Saturday of the month.
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1501 N. Dallas Avenue 972-472-3500
Did you know that you can receive a citation for letting your dog run loose? Avoid receiving a citation by taking the following precautions:
Keep your dog and/or cat contained in your yard. Dogs must be held by a leash at all times in a park or public playground, except in park areas designated and posted by the City of Lancaster to be "dog friendly areas", such as the Dog Park at City Park across from the Golf course.
The City of Lancaster ordinance (Sec. 22.06.004) prohibits leaving or parking a motor vehicle, boat or other impediment on any public street or alley between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. within ten (10) feet of a mailbox, except a United States Postal Service vehicle, and except on Sundays and federal holidays.
Effective February 19, 2018, all dogs and cats 4 months and older are required to be microchipped. ENFORCEABLE BY CITATION.
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Microchipping is available at the Lancaster Animal Shelter, 690 E. Main Street. For more information call 972-218-1210.
Transportation Code Sec. 545.303 The Texas State Transportation Code States: (a) An operator who stops or parks on a two-way roadway shall do so with the right-hand wheels of the vehicle parallel to and within 18 inches of the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway. (b) An operator who stops or parks on a one-way roadway shall stop or park the vehicle parallel to the curb or edge of the roadway in the direction of authorized traffic movement with the right-hand wheels within 18 inches of the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway or left-hand wheels within 28 inches of the left-hand curb or edge of the roadway. This subsection does not apply where a local ordinance otherwise regulates topping or parking on the one-way roadway. 21
Lancaster Eyes and Ears Program (LEEP) The City of Lancaster Code Compliance Division is seeking volunteers to join the
Blowing or leaving grass clippings and other yard waste in the street is ILLEGAL (Ord. Sec. 24.05.006). The LEEP program will primarily perform duties in the field identifying code violations for code officers to perform further investigation. Essential duties and responsibilities: Patrol assigned areas to identify code violations such as: Excessive accumulation of trash and debris; parking of vehicles, boats, trailers on unimproved surfaces; high grass and overgrown weeds/vegetation; junk vehicles; illegal dumping and litter; and illegal placement of signs. To join or for more information contact the City of Lancaster Code Compliance Division at 972218-1200.
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Why? Besides being a code violation, leaves and grass clippings can clog the City’s storm water drain system. When drains are clogged with clippings and debris, rain water can come backup and flood homes and property. Also, storm drains empty into our creeks and river unfiltered and untreated. What should I do with clippings? • Blow grass clippings back onto the lawn, where they become a mulch and natural fertilizer. • Collect clippings and leaves into compost pile. Clippings are excellent compost for gardens. • Sweep, collect and bag clippings and leaves and dispose of properly. How to report it? For more information or to report violations, call Code Compliance at 972-218-1200 or 22 email codecompliance@Lancaster-tx.com.
Country View Golf Course
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Quality of Life and Cultural Services Recreation Center, Aquatics, Veterans Memorial Library, and Senior Life Center Recreation Center
Aquatics Center
Monday – Thursday: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Closed Sunday
Swim hours vary throughout the year.
1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, TX 75134 972-218-3700
1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, TX 75134 972-218-3701
Veterans Memorial Library
Senior Life Center
Monday – Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Fridays: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sunday
Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
240 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, TX 75134 972-218-3780 1600 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, TX 75134 972-227-1080 24
Youth Programs and Athletics Performing Arts – Dancing From the Soul You will dance from the soul in this field collegiate style dance conditioning class where your child will learn Ballet, Jazz and Hip-Hop. $40/month (Age 4-18) Mondays 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Performing Arts – Tutus & Tap Tots love to dance! Introduce your child to ballet and tap to improve coordination and confidence. $30/month (Ages 3-5) Tuesdays 5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
Music for all Occasions This class will teach students the proper techniques of piano and keyboard. Music for all occasions also provides complete orientation to the keyboard for beginning pianists. There is a $30 one time registration fee.
$48/month (Ages 4-adult) Tuesdays 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. $15/month (Ages 50-Up) Saturday (2nd/4th) 3:45 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Martial Arts - Karate Martial arts are a great way to build selfconfidence and character in children. Karate and self-defense techniques are for all skill levels. $40/month (Ages 5-15) Tuesday/Thursday 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Special Interest – Gymnastics & Tumbling Exciting classes for beginners or those with advanced skills. They will learn the proper techniques for all skill levels. $50/month (Ages 5-14) Mondays 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. $50/month (Ages 14-Up Mondays 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
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Junior Mavs Fundamental Basketball Organized developmental basketball program designed to increase fundamental understanding of the game of basketball, while preparing players for competitive play. Registration includes uniform use. Rolling enrollment. $35/monthly Monday/Wednesday 5:30 p.m.
Teen Open Gym Start a pick-up game of basketball with friends or just come work on your shot. Open gym is available only during open gym times below. Recreation ID card is required. Monday – Friday 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Monday Night Baseball Monday night baseball is a great program that allows all interested Lancaster youth the opportunity to learn the game of baseball. MNB is free to the public and welcomes all ages and talent levels. Contact: Lancaster.rbi.baseball@gmail.com Mondays, beginning October 29th 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Swimming The Lancaster Tiger Sharks is a yearly swim team. Swimmers are trained in all competitive strokes while developing endurance and strength. The swim team is a great way to increase fitness, learn a valuable skill and make friends. Enrollment is open throughout the year.
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Tuesday/Thursday 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. $50/month
Girl’s Volleyball The volleyball program will introduce a strong foundation of the sport, while developing fundamental skills, promoting self-confidence, team cooperation and sportsmanship. This is a great opportunity for youth to play a great game in a fun environment. $25/Monthly Thursdays 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Youth Advisory Committee Join the Lancaster Youth Advisory Committee! Created to help the youth serve the City of Lancaster, YAC provides opportunities to volunteer, earn community service hours, and take initiative on projects that will help promote a positive change in the city. Members participate in municipal government in an advisory capacity. Being a member of YAC provides many benefits: • Members participate in fundraisers throughout the year that allow them to attend the annual YAC Summit. This is a conference where youth from YAC organizations across the state gather to exchange ideas, learn and form new friendships. • Many of the service activities can be used to fulfill community service requirements toward graduation. • The monthly meetings provide an opportunity to gain leadership and public speaking skills, form relationships with influential people throughout the City, and enjoy refreshments and beverages.
Adult Fitness/Programs Zumba
Step To It Join us for Step Aerobics at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway. Classes are held daily from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thursdays.
Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. $30/month, $7 drop-in Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. $20/month, $7 drop-in Tuesday/Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. $30/month, $7 drop-in Recreation Center 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Water Aerobics
Swing Out Swing Out with your partner hour after hours having fun while burning calories, slimming down your waistline. Wednesdays 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. $25/month, $8 drop-in
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Yoga
Women’s Self Defense
Join us for Yoga at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.
A basic course for women, ages 13-100, in techniques for personal safety, prevention, and self-defense. Physical techniques are built around gross motor skills to escape and survive an attack, using training a repetition to prepare for possible life situation.
Tuesdays 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. $40/month
Other Fitness Classes Double or triple your work-out each month, it’s worth it. Working out those muscles and strengthen those lungs each day and boost your energy.
Adult Cycling Join us for Adult Cycling at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.
OPTION 1: Duo class. You can work-out in the fitness atrium and participate in fitness swim for the month. OPTION 2: Trio class. Spin class, fitness atrium and fitness swim for the month.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Duo class, $30/Resident, $35/Non-Resident Trio class, $40/Resident, $45/Non-Resident
Early Bird Fitness Swim and Atrium Annual Pass Members who would like to utilize the pool and fitness atrium during the early morning hours are encouraged to try this membership. This will allow members to swim and workout during early morning open swim and Fitness Atrium hours until 4:00 p.m.
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Recreation Center ID is required. Monthly fee for classes applies. For additional information call 972-218-3700
$140/Annually (resident) $160/Annually (non-resident)
WELLBEATS on Demand Fitness You will be engaging in exercise programs led by virtual qualified instructors. It’s fitness on request, a comprehensive group fitness solution that combines prerecordings of several different classes with live class management software. Free with annual fitness atrium membership or $5 for drop-in. Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Recreation Center 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.
Adult Play Basketball Start a pick-up game of basketball with friends or just come work on your shot. Open gym is available only during open gym times below. Recreation ID card is required.
Adult Co-Ed Kickball League An adult co-ed kickball league created for all skill levels. The rules are simple and the game is easy for players. Come join us this fall! League Fees: $300 per team Registration Date: Open through October 8th Season Start: September 30th
Pickleball A paddle sport create for all skill levels. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Recreation ID card is required. Monday/Wednesday 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Monday-Thursday 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Adult Open Play Volleyball Jump! Set! Spike! Open play volleyball is open to adults who want to meet new people and enjoy the game of volleyball. Teams will be formed on a first come first serve basis. Recreation ID card required. Come on and let’s have fun! Wednesday 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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Winter Basketball League The City of Lancaser and Metro Basketball Association presents the 2018 Winter Basketball League. Youth attending Lancaster ISD Elementary will have a chance to represent their school by participating on a team with their classmates. Ages are 4U, 6U, 8U, 10U, and 12U. Register at www.leaguelineup.com/,y,ba Registration is October 1st – December 28th Registration Fee: $35 per player/ $300 per team.
Youth Kick Start Soccer Program provides learning through group play and skill building, different from traditional play. Focus is on understanding the game of soccer as players gradually compete. Registration: Ages 4U – 6U $70/Season Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
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Aquatic Programs Water Aerobics Have you ever noticed how challenging it to walk through a swimming pool? The resistance provided by water makes it a great course for all fitness levels. It is lowimpact, yet increases stamina and strength. Register monthly, or pay $7 per class as a drop-in.
Lifeguard Certification Learn basic lifesaving techniques and get certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguard. Includes CPR/First Aid/AED. Great for those seeking part-time/summer jobs; required to work as a lifeguard at Texas pools. Advance registration and swim skills are required. Contact 972-218-3700 for more information.
Open Swim Monday – Saturday 12:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. $5 residents; $7 non-residents Children 3 and under free with adult.
Parent & Tot Aquatic Classes Parent or guardian is required to be in the water with child (6-48 months old). Parents will receive information/techniques to help them orient their child to the water in a safe and comfortable manner and supervise water activities. Water adjustment is the goal. Swim skills covered include: holding positions, bubble blowing, supported front & back movement, underwater exploration, and rolling over. Monday/Wednesday 2 Week Class 5:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. Cost: $30 per Tot
Group Swim Tuesday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $3/person With non-profit verification and approval from aquatics coordinator.
Semi Private Adult Lessons
Fitness Swim
It’s never too late to learn to swim! Swim lessons for adults focus on water safety skills, basic swimming, and stroke refinement.
Monday – Friday 6:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Resident $15/month Non-resident $20/month Monday/Wednesday/Saturday 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. 10:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Drop-In Fee: $3/day - $5 non-resident Annual Fee: $120/Resident $160/Non-resident
Monday/Wednesday 2 Week Class 5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. Cost: $50
Swim Team – All Ages Tuesday/Thursday 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Cost: $50 per month 31
Library Programs Juggling Classes
October Computer Classes
Saturday, October 6th & 20th 2:30 p.m.
Wednesdays & Fridays at 10:30 a.m. October 3rd & 5th – Computer Basics October 10th & 12th – Word Basics October 17th & 19th – PowerPoint Basics October 24th & 26th – Excel Basics The class is designed for beginners but is open to jugglers of all skill levels! Materials will be provided. Ages 6 and up.
Family Craft Night
Thursday October 25th, 6:30 p.m. Make a take-home craft as a family, all supplies are provided. 32
Tuesday, October 2nd 6:30 p.m.
Get the family together and join us for non competitive games and fun on the first Tuesday of the month!
E Books at the Library
Toddler Time (0-4 yrs.) Tuesdays nd October 2 , 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th Family Story Time (all ages) Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m. Saturdays at 1:00 p.m.
Did you get a new tablet recently? Learn how to get new eBooks on your digital device using your library card! The collection has both ePub and Blio formats. Library card holders will be able to check out books from home using a Kindle Fire, Kindle HD, Android, iPad, iPod, and iPhone, Nook, Sony or Kobo by using the Blio App or the AxisReader App.
For all children and their families. Join us for crafts, puppets, and of course stories.
E Books for Children with Tumblebooks
Genealogy Get free assistance from an experienced researcher. This is open to beginners and practiced tree climbers alike.
Fun eBooks for elementary age children. Read and watch animated stories from a laptop, desktop, IOS (iPad & iPhone), Android or other eReader device. Learning is fun in the cloud. Come see for yourself.
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Senior Life Center Features and Amenities The Lancaster Senior Life Center is a full-service activity center open to adults ages 50 years and up. The center includes several top features: • • • • • • • •
Banquet hall with full catering kitchen and stage Nintendo WII consoles for fun and fitness Classrooms Craft room Reading lounge with selection of books Well-stocked game room with pool & poker tables Computer room Fitness room
There is truly something for everyone! All members will receive a t-shirt and opportunity to participate in classes, special events and to build new friendships. Annual membership fee for a resident is $3/annually and for a non-resident $5/annually.
Congregate Meal Program Lunch served Monday-Friday 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. The Congregate Meal Program is a daily lunch program that ensures a nutritious meal for seniors ages 60 and older. It is FREE and senior participants do not have to be a member of the Lancaster Senior Life Center. Senior participants MUST complete an intake form and nutrition assessment prior to participating in the program, which is sponsored in part by the Dallas Area Agency on Aging and the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services. RSVP’s are highly encouraged. Participants must attend at least one nutrition education session annually. Seniors, ages 50-59, who are not members of the Lancaster Senior Life Center may purchase a lunch from the program for an additional fee.
Shopping Trips Each month we provide transportation from the Senior Life Center to area stores. Two additional outings are taken each month as well.
Line Dance Step to the beat with today’s newest moves. Learn a new style each month. Learn the basic steps. Beginners, intermediate and advanced dancers are all welcomed. Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m.
Water Aerobics A great workout for all fitness levels. Promotes balance. Held every third Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.
Walking Club Senior appropriate workout for ages 50+. Get healthy and fit through walking and low impact exercise. Monday’s and Wednesday’s at 10:30 a.m. 34
BINGO Compete with your peers and join us for BINGO. Alternative versions such as blackout and four corners will be played. Cost is $1/card. Every second and fourth Fridays from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Coffee, Conversation, and Coloring for Senior Adults (Including Words, Numbers, and Puzzles) Who doesn’t love to color? Especially outside of the lines! Join senior adults for competitive coloring contests and prizes. Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 .m.
Groom and Glamour Lounge Who doesn’t like looking good? Groom and Glamour Days are back! Senior adults (men and women), you owe it to yourself to be pampered. Must sign up early at the Senior Life Center. Seating is limited. Offered the first and third Wednesdays of the month from 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Knitting and Crochet Come and enjoy the lively company of a tightly knitted group of senior adults, designing items through knitting and crochet. Class is open to all (beginners, intermediates and advanced members). Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Creative Card Making Learn to create unique, personalized greeting cards. Supplies are provided, bring your creativity! $1 per card. Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Computer Education and Training Enjoy computer access and learn different software, programs, and navigation on the Internet. Create Facebook pages and enjoy other forms of social media for free. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Lifetime of Legacies Every day in essence is our birthday, but we designate one day each month to celebrate the lifetime and legacies of our senior adults with recognition, cupcakes, ice cream and fun. It is what we do best. “Adding Living to Life!” First Thursday of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Men’s Power Hour This is a powerful hour of empowerment. Come and fellowship with other men to discuss and engage in conversations, specifically important to men. This very popular class is open to men of all ages and distinctions. Strength is mighty. One’s mind is mightier. Empower your mind through conversations with men of all ages, races and nationalities.
Croquet Learn the popular game of croquet a “traditional backyard recreation game” enjoyed by all ages. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. 35
Nutrition Education Session
Sewing and Quilting
A comprehensive and effective presentation that is designed to provide you with valuable information, tools and resources to make more informed and healthy food choices. One nutrition education session is required on an annual basis for congregate meal program participants. Second Monday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Bring your own materials and enjoy conversation, technique assistance and the company of fellow craftsmen. Machines and quilting horse provided. Participants create items to donate to area hospitals. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Stretch Xercise Resistance exercise with senior members in mind. Low-impact, yet increases stamina and strength. Third Wednesday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
PuzzleRama Everyone loves games. PuzzleRama is a wonderful way to exercise your ingenuity and your wealth of knowledge, as only seniors know. We have a variety of puzzles. Increase your “inductive reasoning aptitude� and discover logic in the palm of your hands. PuzzleRama exercises the mind, body and soul, by challenging your to pick up the pieces and solve the problem. Mondays from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Vision 2 This I a majestic group of singing senior adults who meet regularly and performs occasionally at special events throughout the City of Lancaster. Vision 2 also performs throughout the week during the Congregate Meal Program. Mondays from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Reading is Fun Reading is basic information before leaving earth, and essential to the livelihood of all individuals, so much so that it is the most popular program at the Senior Life Center. Money is fundamental. Wisdom is powerful. Knowledge is an advantage. Nothing, however, compares to the written word on paper. Engaging, energizing, informative and empowering. Re-develop your love of reading. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Senior Special Programming - October 2018 Monday-Friday Tues, Thur Mon, Wed, Fri Tuesday (first) Thursday (first) Tue, Thur Tue, Wed Mon, Wed Wednesday Monday
9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m.
Coffee/Conversation/Coloring Knitting and Crochet Class Senior Walking Club Men’s Power Hour Legacies of a Lifetime Celebration Reading/Sewing/Quilting Dominoes/Cards/Board Games PuzzleRama Line Dancing Vision II
All Senior Life Center activities, programs, outings and events require a current membership and/or preregistration, and are subject to change without notice.
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