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2020 GUIDEBOOK
DANNY ZINCKE
Director of Community Service x: 1155 | (830) 248-1506 dzincke@boerne-tx.gov
C O N TA C T S
Address
1017 Adler Street, Boerne, TX 78006
Mailing Address
DONNIE BERGMANN
P.O. Box 1677, Boerne, TX 78006
Parks Superintendent x: 1310 dbergmann@boerne-tx.gov
Phone (830) 248-1635 Fax (830) 331-9652
BECKY BERGMANN Administrative Specialist x: 1182 | (830) 248-1548 bbergmann@boerne-tx.gov
Hours Of Operation
Monday - Thursday | 7:00 am - 5:30 pm Friday | 7:00 am - 5:00 pm *After hours, dial “6”, then the person’s extension.
A D M I N I S T R AT I O N
LISSETTE JIMENEZ Recreation Superintendent x: 1179 | (830) 248-1503 ljimenez@boerne-tx.gov
EMILIO VIERA
Recreation Coordinator x: 1157 | (830) 248-1605 eviera@boerne-tx.gov
JERRY CARLOS Recreation Coordinator x: 1190 | (830) 248-1635 jcarlos@boerne-tx.gov
KIMBERLY WOLFE
STANDING FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Jeff Thompson, Deputy City Manager and General Manager of Utilities | Ron Bowman, City Manager Linda Zartler, Assistant City Manager – General Services FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Joseph Macaluso, Council District 5 | Brian Fowler, Council District 4 | Quinten Scott, Council District 3 | Mayor Tim Handren, Nina Woolard, Mayor pro tem Council District 2 |Ty Wolosin, Council District 1
Recreation Coordinator x: 1181 | (830) 248-1543 kwolfe@boerne-tx.gov
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Team Mascot (830) 248-1635
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OPENING Department Contact Information Table of Contents Register for Parks & Recreational Programs Online Support Boerne Parks & Recreation
COMMUNITY EVENTS Boerne Chocolate Walk Spring Break Skate Battle Outdoor Family Fair Easter Egg Hunt Family Fishing Tournament Boerne Boo Dickens on Main Weihnachts Parade
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ATHLETICS Adult Athletics Youth Athletics Pickleball
AQUATICS Boerne Municipal Pool Swim Lessons Boerne Youth Summer Swim Team Swim Stroke Clinic Aqua Swift Aquatics Programs Adult Lap Swim
COMMUNITY EDUCATION General Information Adult Programs Youth Programs Summer Camps
PARKS & TRAILS Boerne Parks Fee Schedule Boerne Trails
PARK PARTNERS Patrick Heath Public Library Cibolo Nature Center & Farm Hill Country Mile Boerne Cemetery Other Local Organizations
REGISTER ONLINE
FO R PARKS & REC PRO GRA MS Simplify your life with a Boerne Parks & Recreation online account. With a Parks & Rec account, you can sign yourself or your family up for our programs from any device with internet. You can register your kids for summer camps from your smartphone while waiting in line at the store, or sign up for swim lessons from your laptop during a commercial break. With an online Parks & Rec account, it’s easier than ever to take advantage of our programming. Creating an account is secure, quick and easy. Just head to our registration portal at www.boerneparks.com/registration and you’ll be ready to go within minutes. Don’t have access to a computer at home? No need to worry — the Patrick Heath Public Library has computers for public use. And, as always, you can sign up for programs over the phone or in-person during normal business hours. Just bring a check, cash, or credit card.
THE PERKS OF A PARKS & RECREATION ACCOUNT: •Register for programs from any device with internet •Download calendars and schedules for all Parks & Rec programs
•Make fast, secure payments online •View your registration history •Save time, gas, money and paper by going electronic
REGISTER AT
www.boerneparks.com/registration
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SUPPORT BOERNE
Here at Boerne Parks & Rec, making life enjoyable is our number one goal. We maintain over 400 acres of green spaces and five and a half miles of trails; we run athletic programs that make fitness fun; we organize classes, festivals, events, camps and much more. It’s our honor to provide these services for Boerne. We couldn’t ask for a more engaged and supportive community. That sense of community drives us to keep improving the quality of life in our town. Help us make Boerne the best it can be by supporting the City of Boerne Parks & Recreation Department.
Get Involved! To learn more about these opportunities, contact us at:
(830) 248-1635 parksinfo@boerne-tx.gov 1017 Adler Street
There are lots of ways to get involved!
ADOPTING A PARK OR TRAIL | VOLUNTEERING AT AN EVENT | GIVING A DONATION These are just a few examples. Together, we’ll keep making Boerne a wonderful place to visit and an even better place to live. 6
Thank You
FOR SUPPORTING YOUR PARKS! VOLUNTEER AT AN EVENT We may be biased, but we think Parks & Rec events are some of the best times in Boerne. Come lend a hand at our events. It’s a great way to have fun while supporting your community and earning service hours for work or school. UPPORT US THROUGH S ADVERTISING Promote your organization by advertising with the Parks & Rec Department. Increase name recognition with an ad in next year’s guidebook or a banner on one of our softball field fences. Get the word out by sponsoring an event or running a commercial during a Movies in the Park night.
ADOPT A PARK OR TRAIL Nothing brings people together like volunteering in the great outdoors. Adopting a Boerne park or trail is a great way to boost teamwork through community service. We’ll put your group to work doing litter pickup, landscaping, weeding, watering, planting and more. It never fails to create a bond. Take it from someone who knows, like these past and current Boerne park adopters: Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 688 City Lake Park River Road Park Veterans Park Boerne Soccer Club - FC Thunder City Park Boerne Middle School North Cibolo Trail
MEMORIAL TREE PROGRAM
Looking for the gift that will last a lifetime? How about several lifetimes? With our Memorial Tree Program, you can honor your loved ones for years to come and give a gift to the whole community. Memorial trees are planted in our city parks in the fall, and each tree is marked with a commemorative plaque in the honoree’s name. MEMORIAL BENCH PROGRAM Sitting on a park bench to watch the world go by is one of life’s greatest pleasures. Commemorate your loved ones with a memorial bench in one of our city parks. Each bench has space for a plaque to recognize the organization, donor, or loved one being honored.
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JANUARY
GEOCACHING EVENTS IN BOERNE Christmas Break Geocaching Dec. 20 - Jan. 5 Go on a city-wide treasure hunt during our two geocaching events. Geocaching involves using a GPS system to find hidden objects by their coordinates. During these events, we post the coordinates of hidden treasures on www.boerneparks.com. The team or individual who finds the most treasure wins.
Other Information:
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FEBRUARY
BOERNE CHOCOLATE WALK Saturday, Feb. 8 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Downtown Boerne This February, take a sweet stroll through downtown Boerne. Each visit to a participating business is rewarded with a special chocolate treat, which you can store in the commemorative bag that comes with your ticket. Celebrate Valentine’s and satisfy your sweet tooth at the Boerne Chocolate Walk. Other Information: • Tickets are $25 and must be purchased online at the Boerne Parks & Rec website or at the parks office during normal business hours. • Sales begin January 8. Availability is limited and tickets sell fast. All sales final - no refunds.
DID YOU KNOW REX CAN RUN ACROSS MAIN PLAZA IN 30 SECONDS? HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE YOU? Write your best time here!
SHARE A PHOTO OF YOU RUNNING WITH @BOERNEPARKSANDREC
MARCH SPRING BREAK GEOCACHING EVENT Mar. 6 - 15 See Geocaching Events in Boerne on pg. 8 for more details.
CITY OF BOERNE SPRING BREAK SKATE BATTLE Friday, Mar. 20 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Boerne Skate Park Show off your skills at the Skate Battle competition. The $10 entry fee includes a TAAF membership, which allows skaters to participate in all state and local TAAF skateboarding competitions.
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Boerne
MARKET DAYS!
Saturdays & Sundays | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Every second weekend of the month
Pick up the New 2020 City of Boerne Parks & Recreation Coloring Book!
Each month, local artists, craftsmen, and other vendors come together at Main Plaza for Boerne Market Days. Enjoy the weather and the live music as you browse booths full of unique wares. www.boernemarketdays.com
OUTDOOR FAMILY FAIR Saturday, Mar. 21 10:00 am - 2:00 pm | Main Plaza The Outdoor Family Fair connects Kendall County families with community-focused services and organizations. Co-sponsored by local organizations, this event is a great way for families to learn about useful resources in the Boerne area. Plus, with entertainment and activities for all ages, it’ll be a fun time for the whole family.
APRIL BRIGHTEN UP BOERNE Take home a prepped and primed trash can to decorate. Trash cans will be placed at local parks throughout Boerne. For details and registration, visit www.boerneparks.com 10
GET FIT BOERNE MONTH All month long in April April is Get Fit Boerne Month! All month long, local organizations and businesses will offer fitness and wellness programs at no cost. Take advantage of this chance to get fit for free - register to participate at the Parks & Recreation website. This event is co-sponsored by the Patrick Heath Public Library and supported by many other local organizations.
EASTER EGG HUNT
MOVIES IN THE PARK
14TH ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT Saturday, Apr. 4 | 10:30 am | Boerne City Lake Park Get your Easter basket ready and your tennis shoes on - it’s the 14th Annual Easter Egg Hunt! Children are welcome at this free community event, co-sponsored by the Boerne Police Officers Association, Boerne Family YMCA, Living Hope Church, and the Boerne Parks & Recreation Department. Don’t miss a special appearance by the Easter Bunny. 18TH ANNUAL TEXAS TRASH-OFF Saturday, Apr. 18 Join your fellow Texans in keeping our state litter-free at the 18th Annual Texas Trash-Off. It’s a great way to get outside, earn community service hours and keep Boerne beautiful. If you are interested in volunteering, please call us at 830-248-1635. MOVIES IN THE PARK: SUMMER KICK OFF Friday, Apr. 24 | 7:00 pm | Main Plaza Pre-movie activities co-sponsored by Living Hope Church.
BOERNE CONCERT BAND PERFORMANCE
MAY BOERNE QUILTFEST Saturday, May 2 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Welcome to an outdoor show of quilts at the Agricultural Museum & Arts Center! For details on how to submit your quilts, visit www.boerneparks.com.
BOERNE CONCERT BAND PERFORMANCE Sunday, May 24 | 7:00 pm | Main Plaza The Boerne Concert Band plays a wide range of music that people of all ages can enjoy. This group of volunteer musicians is quickly becoming one of the best performing groups in Central Texas. All Boerne Concert Band performances are free to the public. MOVIES IN THE PARK: PARTY TIME! Friday, May 29 | 7:00 pm | Main Plaza Pre-movie activities will be co-sponsored by Camp Gladiator and the Patrick Heath Public Library.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
WE ARE FISH STOCKING RIVER ROAD THREE TIMES THIS YEAR!
JUNE BOERNE FAMILY FISHING TOURNAMENT Saturday, Jun. 6 | 9:00 am - 11:00 am Boerne City Lake Park Take on the great outdoors at the Child/Adult Fishing Tournament co-sponsored by HEB. Each team must have at least one child and one adult to qualify, but teams can also be bigger. Pre-register your team online for free.
ABENDKONZERTE Tuesday, Jun. 9 & 23 | 7:30 pm | Main Plaza Come hear traditional German music and stories of Boerne’s historic past at the first installation of this lovely outdoor music series.
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THE AVERAGE HEIGHT OF A MAPLE TREE IS 70 FEET. GUESS HOW TALL REX IS?
Write your best guess here!
MOVIES IN THE PARK: ALL STAR NIGHT Friday, Jun. 26 | 7:00 pm | Main Plaza Pre-movie activities will be co-sponsored by the Boerne YMCA and Boerne Gymnastics Center. Wear your favorite team jersey.
SHARE A PHOTO OF YOU NEXT TO A MAPLE TREE WITH @BOERNEPARKSANDREC Rex is 6’4’’ tall!
BOERNE CONCERT BAND PERFORMANCE Sunday, Jun. 28 | 7:00 pm Main Plaza Special Patriotic Concert.
NATIONAL
PARKS & RECREATION MONTH
J U LY Celebrate the quality of life in Boerne with us all month long. INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS Saturday, Jul. 4 | Boerne City Park
Fireworks start after dark. Sponsored by the Boerne Fire Department.
ABENDKONZERTE
Tuesday, Jul. 7 & 21 | 7:30 pm Main Plaza
Learn about Boerne’s German heritage with traditional German music and stories of our town’s historic past at this four-part outdoor series.
MOVIES IN THE PARK: MOVIE DATE WITH REX!
Friday, Jul. 17 7:00 pm Main Plaza
STAR PARTY
Friday, Jul. 24 | Boerne City Lake
Head out to Boerne City Lake for some summertime stargazing sponsored by the Patrick Heath Public Library and the San Antonio Astronomical Association. FAMILY TIE-DYE DAYS
Tuesday - Thursday , Jul. 7 - 9 9:00 am - 11:30 am | Boerne Parks & Recreation Office
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FAMILY NIGHT AT THE POOL Friday, Jul. 10 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Boerne Municipal Swimming Pool
MOVIES IN THE PARK: CHRISTMAS IN JULY Friday, Jul. 31 | 7:00 pm Main Plaza
Relive your hippie days at Family Christmas pre-movie activities will Tie-Dye. We provide all tie-dye supplies. All Spend an admission-free evening at the be co-sponsored by City Hills Church. you need to do is register online for $5 and Boerne Municipal Swimming Pool. We’ll Expect snow and a visit from Santa have activities and games for all ages. bring a white garment (and your family). before the start of the movie.
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
MOVIES IN THE PARK: FLASH BACK FRIDAY
GROWN UP CUP VOL. 3
FAMILY CAMP OUT & FISHING TOURNAMENT
Friday, Aug. 14 | 7:00 pm Back to School Splash
Pre-movie activities will take place at the pool.
Saturday, Sept. 12
A crazy and outrageous adult field day with activities for all skill levels. Co-Sponsored by Kendall County Roofing.
Saturday, Oct. 10 Boerne City Lake Park
October is the perfect month for a Hill Country camping trip. Sign up for our overnight camping and fishing tournament at Boerne City Lake Park. All families are welcome and encouraged to pre-register online. Sunday breakfast will be provided.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
AUGUST
BOERNE BOO
Saturday, Oct. 24 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Patrick Heath Public Library
Join us for a ghoulish good time at Boerne Boo. We’ll have several activities to entertain people of all ages. Out-spook the competition at the Costume Contest, where creepiness and creativity win. 15
NOVEMBER ARBOR DAY Tuesday, Nov. 3 Join Boerne city officials for an Arbor Day tree-planting ceremony. Co-sponsored by Boerne Noon Rotary Club and Burkett Arbor Care. DICKENS ON MAIN Nov. 27 & 28 Main Street & Downtown Boerne Dickens on Main brings tidings of good cheer to Boerne. This two-day celebration will fill you and your loved ones with the holiday spirit. Stroll along the Hill Country Mile - decked out in its holiday best - and enjoy a weekend full of fun activities, holiday entertainment, a visit from Santa and more.
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Last chance to submit your Coloring Book Page to win!
DECEMBER 34TH ANNUAL WEIHNACHTS PARADE Saturday, Dec. 5 | 6:00 pm Downtown Boerne & Main Street The ever-popular Weihnachts Parade is one of Boerne’s greatest Christmas traditions. Bring the whole family for this fun and free event, held the evening of the first Saturday in December. PARADE OF LIGHTS CONTEST Wednesday, Dec. 16 Registration deadline: Dec. 9 Judging will take place on Wednesday, December 16. Which Boerne household has the best holiday decorations? Find out at this year’s Parade of Lights Contest. This program is open to all City of Boerne residents.
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ATHLETICS
What happens when you play in our leagues?
Every team is registered with Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (T.A.A.F.) which gives you the opportunity to compete at a region and/or state level. You may even qualify for Summer and Winter Games of Texas. It also allows you to compete in tournaments throughout the year depending on the sport. This extends to our community partners such as Boerne Family YMCA, Hill Country Comets Track Club and H2Swift Boerne. LEAGUE SCHEDULE Depending on the number of teams, additional nights may be added to league schedules. For updates, call the Parks & Recreation Department, or check online at
www.quickscores.com/boerne.
ADULT 7 ON 7 SOCCER
6 - 8 Week Season Location: City Park Fee: $400 Spring League | Registration begins: Feb. 1 Play begins: Mar. 18 Fall League | Registration begins: May 1 Play begins: Aug. 5
COED SOCCER 6 - 8 Week Season
Location: City Park Fee: $400 Spring League | Registration begins: Feb. 1 Play begins: Mar. 20 Fall League | Registration begins: May 1 Play begins: Aug. 7
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ADULT ATHLETICS
ADULT SAND VOLLEYBALL
8-10 Week Seasons Location: Northrup Park 4-Person Team League Fee: $135/team 6-Person Team League Fee: $175/team SPRING LEAGUE Registration begins: Feb. 1 Play begins: 4s Competitive League: Mar. 16 4s Intermediate League: Mar. 18 6s Recreation League: Mar. 19 SUMMER LEAGUE Registration begins: May 1 Play begins: 4s Competitive League: Jun. 1 4s Intermediate League: Jun. 3 6s Recreation League: Jun. 4 FALL LEAGUE Registration begins: Aug. 1 Play begins: 4s Competitive League: Sept. 14 4s Intermediate League: Sept. 9 6s Recreation League: Sept. 10
ADULT COED KICKBALL 8-10 Week Seasons
Location: Northrup Park Fee: $225/team SPRING LEAGUE Registration begins: Feb. 1 Play begins: Mar. 16 FALL LEAGUE Registration begins: Aug. 1 Play begins: Sept. 14 LEAGUE SCHEDULES Depending on the number of teams, additional nights may be added to league schedules. For updates, call the Parks & Recreation Department, or check online at www.quickscores.com/boerne.
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ADULT SOFTBALL
8-10 Week Seasons Location: Northrup Park (Adult Softball Fields) 37550 IH-10 West COED LEAGUE & RECREATION LEAGUE Fee: $425/team SPRING LEAGUE Registration begins: Feb. 1 Play begins: Coed League: Mar. 18 Recreation League: Mar. 17 & 19 SUMMER LEAGUE Registration begins: May 1 Play begins: Coed League: Jun. 3 Recreation League: Jun. 2 & 4 FALL LEAGUE Done before deer season! Registration begins: Aug. 1 Play begins: Coed League: Sept. 9 Recreation League: Sept. 8 & 10 WINTER LEAGUE Check with Parks & Rec department regarding status of league. 20
ADULT ATHLETICS
ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL
8-10 Week Seasons Location: Boerne City Park, 106 City Park Rd.
Participating teams may qualify for state TAAF Tournament!
Fee: $400/team
FALL LEAGUE Registration begins: Aug. 1 Play begins: Oct. 7
ADULT INDOOR BASKETBALL 8-10 Week Seasons Registration begins: Dec. 2019 Play begins: Feb. 2020 Fee: $600/team
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ADULT TENNIS Jan. 7 -Dec. 19
WEDNESDAY LADIES CLINIC This is an adult beginner/ intermediate group. The goal of this class is to prepare players for social or competitive play. Everyone is welcome to try this sport. Rackets and balls are provided, come out and have fun. Two registration options available: Days Attending Members Wed. 7-8pm $100 /mo. $80 /mo. Drop-In-Rate $30 /day $25 /day
TUESDAY LADIES DOUBLES CLINICS This is MIXED LEVELS 2.5 – 3.0. The goal of this class is to cover shot selection, positioning, court coverage, serves and returns. Most classes will consist of live ball drills and match play for the ladies. Two registration options available: Days Attending Members Tue. 9-10:30am $100 /mo. $80 /mo. Drop-In-Rate $35 /day $25 /day
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WEDNESDAY LADIES DOUBLES CLINICS This is MIXED LEVELS 3.0 – 3.5. Really fun ladies clinic for doubles play. Players are to familiarize positioning, strategy and lots of live ball drills. Two registration options available: Days Attending Members Wed. 9-10:30pm $100 /mo. $80 /mo. Drop-In-Rate $35 /day $25 /day
FRIDAY LADIES SINGLES CLINICS This is MIXED LEVELS 2.5 – 3.0. This class prepares all players for tournament and league play. The goal of this class is to focus on stroke production, footwork and strategy. Practices will consist of ball feeding drills as well as live ball drills, and point play. Two registration options available: Days Attending Members Fri. 9-10:30pm $100 /mo. $80 /mo. Drop-In-Rate $35 /day $25 /day
SATURDAY MEN’S DOUBLES CLINICS This is MIXED LEVELS 3.0 – 3.5. Really fun men’s clinic for doubles play. Players are to familiarize positioning, strategy and lots of live ball drills. Drop-in rate $25.00 / day. Class meets Every Saturday at 9.00 am – 10.30 am ($80/month) In–House League for Men/Women – For all those interested in joining our leagues, please sign up at the tennis center or complete the interest page found at www.boernetennis.com.
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YOUTH ATHLETICS YOUTH TENNIS
Tennis for Kinder JUNIOR TENNIS Spring Semester: Jan. 6 - May 29 Fall Semester: Aug. 3 – Dec. 18
Home School Tennis
This is a class that prepares students for tournament play. We are taking levels between beginner to intermediate. Players are to familiarize the fundamentals of stroke production, footwork and scoring. Classes will consist of drills, working on repetition as each player develops their strokes. Class meets every Wednesday and Friday at 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Two registration options available: Days Attending Wed. & Fri. $150 /mo. Drop-In-Rate $30 /day
Members $120 /mo. $25 /day
Introduction to tennis, a sport that lasts a lifetime. This class is designed for students ages 4-6. The goal is to develop hand-eye coordination, footwork and stroke production. Your child will learn the basics of tennis through games and exercise. Depending on each player’s ability, your child may move up to the next class which is the Young Guns.
will learn some of the basic footwork drills through games and exercise.
Two registration options available:
Three registration options available:
Days Attending Wed. & Fri. $100 /mo. Drop-In-Rate $30 /day
Members $75 /mo. $25 /day
Depending on each player’s ability, your child may qualify to represent Boerne in Junior Team Tennis where they will compete against other clubs. Once a player can demonstrate all five strokes, it is time to move up to the next class.
Days Attending Mon. & Wed. $150 /mo. Tue. & Thu. $150 /mo. Drop-In-Rate $30 /day
Members $120 /mo. $120 /mo. $25 /day
Young Guns
Introduction to tennis, a sport that lasts a lifetime. The goal of this class is to teach our students all five basic strokes in tennis. Most of these classes consist of drills in which students focus on repetition while developing their strokes. Players
For youth tennis programs, please visit www.boernetennis.com.
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ATHLETICS
WE ADDED PICKELBALL CLINICS FOR JUNIORS AND ADULTS THIS YEAR!
Future Stars
Boerne Junior Elite
This is a class that prepares students of levels between beginner to intermediate for tournament play. Players are to familiarize the fundamentals of stroke production, footwork and scoring.
This is a clinic for our junior players who have graduated from both Young Guns and Future Stars, while in transition to the Advanced Level. To qualify for this group, you have to be approved by the Director of Tennis. In this group, one has to be a tournament player. Clinics are focused to improve your game to the next level. Classes will consist of technique, footwork, intensity and competitive play while receiving instruction from our High Performance Coaches.
Just like our Young Guns, classes will consist of repetitive movement as each player develops their strokes. Students will learn some of the basic footwork drills through games and exercise. In this group, each player is required to participate in at least 1 tournament per month. Players can also sign up to represent Boerne in Junior Team Tennis. Three registration options available: Days Attending Mon. & Wed. $150 /mo. Tue. & Thu. $150 /mo. Drop-In-Rate $30 /day
Members $120 /mo. $120 /mo. $25 /day
Three registration options available: Days Attending 2 days a week $180 /mo. 4 days a week $320 /mo. Drop-In-Rate $30 /day
Members $150 /mo. $250 /mo. $25 /day
Elite Come out and practice with Boerne’s finest junior players. To qualify in this group, be a tournament level player (Challengers, Champs & Supers). All players are to participate in at least 1 tournament in each month. In this group, we focus on match play and live ball training with instruction from our High-Performance Professionals. Three registration options available: Days Attending 2 days a week $180 /mo. 4 days a week $320 /mo. Drop-In-Rate $30 /day 24
Members $150 /mo. $250 /mo. $25 /day
Tennis Camps Spring Break Camp 2020: Juniors March 9-12 - Ages 7-16 yrs old
Come out and enjoy the Spring Break Camp fun. Boerne Tennis is hosting a 4 day camp full of drills, games, match play, prizes, snacks, and water fun. Cost $80 for the whole session, Drop-In Rate $25/day.
HILL COUNTRY COMETS TRACK CLUB
Summer Tennis Camps -Juniors Ages 7-16 yrs old
Come out and enjoy the Summer Camp fun. Boerne Tennis is hosting 2-week camps full of drills, games, match play, prizes, snacks, and water fun. Cost $150 per session (Early-bird Registration), $165 (Late Registration ) Drop-In Rate $25/day.
For additional information visit: www.hillcountrycomets.com.
Summer Camp Session Dates Mon. – Thu., 9 - 11am $150/session
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5
A competitive summer youth track and field club for boys and girls of ages 5-18. HCC offers exceptional coaching in all events, and will evaluate each athlete to determine which event(s) are the best fit for them. Our goals are to have as much fun as we can while teaching proper body mechanics needed to excel in all sports, teach and improve athletes technically in their events.
YOUTH ATHLETICS
Summer Track
YOUTH GYMNASTICS
May 25 - 28 & Jun. 1 – 4 Jun. 8 - 11 & Jun. 15- 18 Jun. 22 - 25 & Jun. 29 – Jul. 2 Jul. 6 - 9 & Jul. 13 – 16 July 20 - July 23 & July 27 – July 30,
BOERNE TAAF GYMNASTICS Year-Round Location: Boerne Gymnastics Center 105 Stonegate Road Skill Levels: 3 - 8
Summer Academy Jun. 1– Jun. 25 and Jul. 6 – Jul. 30
Come out and practice with Boerne’s finest junior players. To qualify in this academy, be a tournament level player (Challengers, Champs & Supers). All players are to participate in at least 1 tournament in each month. In this group, we focus on match play and live ball training with instruction from our High-Performance Professionals. Classes Run Mon .– Thu., 4 - 7
Learn to tumble, leap, flip and fly with Boerne TAAF Gymnastics. Programs are available for many skill levels. All programs are held at the Boerne Gymnastics Center. For more information, call (830) 816-9496 or email info@boernegym.com.
pm ($360/month or $204/two week period).
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JUNIOR PICKLEBALL SPRING SEMESTER: JAN. 6 - MAY 29, 2020 SUMMER SCHEDULE: JUN. 1 - JUL. 30, 2020 FALL SEMESTER: AUG. 3 - DEC. 18, 2020
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YOUTH ATHLETICS
ADULT PICKLEBALL SPRING SEMESTER: JAN. 6 - MAY 29, 2020 SUMMER SCHEDULE: JUN. 1 - JUL. 30, 2020 FALL SEMESTER: AUG. 3 - DEC. 18, 2020
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AQUATICS
THE BOERNE MUNICIPAL SWIMMING POOL Come cool off at 106 City Park Road.
Hours of Operation: Open Swim: Tuesday - Friday 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Saturday & Sunday | Noon - 7:00 pm Adult Swim: Tuesday - Friday | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Monday | Closed SWIM LESSONS MAY BE SHARING THE POOL DURING THIS TIME.
Season: Pool Opens: May 26, 2020 Pool Closes: August 9, 2020* Contact: Call the Boerne Municipal Pool at (830) 249-3969 or visit www.boerneparks.com/pool Admission Fees: Admission fees are the same for people of all ages and are due upon entering facility. Daily Pass: Resident Rate: $2/person Non-Resident Rate: $3/person 25-Pass Punch Card: Resident Rate: $35/person Non-Resident Rate: $50/person 28
THERE WILL BE NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINKS ALLOWED INSIDE THE POOL. *Closed July 4th, 2020
THROW A PARTY AT THE POOL EVENING PRIVATE POOL PARTIES Evening private parties have use of the pool, the large grass area for games or barbequing and at least two lifeguards. Availability: Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm During Public Pool Season Reservations Call or visit the Parks & Recreation office to schedule a party. In the event of bad weather, parties will be rescheduled or the deposit refunded. Cancellations for any other reason will result in a forfeited rental fee. Rules Pool rules must be observed at all times. Food and drink are allowed with PRIVATE PARTY RENTAL ONLY. Absolutely no alcohol, glass or ceramic objects allowed. Pool area may be decorated for party, but all decorations must be removed before leaving.
DAYTIME PUBLIC POOL PARTIES Two areas are available for public daytime pool parties. Each area can hold up to 25 guests; parties of over 25 guests must rent both areas. No parties over 50 guests. Party areas are rented on a first-come, first-serve basis. Availability: Tuesday-Sunday 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm or 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Rate: $75
EVENING PRIVATE PARTY
RATES:
Number of Swimmers
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Under 50
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$300
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$375
PARKS & RECREATION AQUATIC PROGRAMS
All Parks & Recreation aquatics programs are held at the Boerne Municipal Pool, located at 106 City Park Road.
SUMMER SWIM LESSONS
> NO REFUNDS FOR SWIM LESSONS Stay safe all summer with swim lessons at the Boerne Municipal Pool. Summer 2020 Swim Lessons Information Swim Lessons run June 2 - July 31
Classes: Morning Classes: Tuesday-Friday 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Evening Classes: Tuesday-Friday 6:15 pm - 6:45 pm REGISTRATION STARTS MAY 1 Register online only at www.boerneparks.com/swim-lessons.
Sessions: Session I: Jun. 2 - Jun. 12 Session II: Jun. 16 - Jun. 26 Session III: Jul. 7 - Jul. 17 Session IV: Jul. 21 - Jul. 31
Other Information:
FEES & REGISTRATION:
• Class schedules are subject to change, pending number of registrations per class.
Resident Rate
$50/Child
NonResident Rate
$65/Child
• Each swim class lasts 30 minutes. • Most classes are held during the morning session. Evening sessions (see classes marked with* on page 30 & 31).
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SUMMER SWIM LESSONS Registration Starts May 1
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SESSIONS I*, II, III & IV 9:00 am, 9:45 am *Session I: 6:15 - 6:45 pm Skill Level: Participation in this class requires a parent/guardian to be in the water with the child at all times. Description: This class helps young children get comfortable in and around water and develop a readiness to swim. With their parent or guardian by their side, participants gain confidence as they learn about water safety and other swimming fundamentals. Note: This course does not teach children to be accomplished swimmers nor to survive in the water.
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SESSIONS I*, II*, III & IV 9:00 am, 9:45 am, 10:30 am 11:15 am, 12:00 pm *Session I & II: 6:15 - 6:45 pm Skill Level: Students starting this class may or may not be comfortable in the water yet. Description: In this class, students will become oriented to feel comfortable in the water. They’ll learn basic water safety rules as well as foundational swimming skills such as blowing bubbles, bobbing, floating, kicking, entering and exiting the water independently, submerging the face, retrieving objects and more.
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SESSIONS I, II*, III* & IV 10:00 am, 10:45 am, 11:30 am, 12:15 pm *Session II & III: 6:15 - 6:45 pm
SESSIONS I, II, III* & IV* 10:00 am, 10:45 am, 11:30 am, 12:15 pm *Session III & IV: 6:15 - 6:45 pm
SESSIONS I, II, III & IV* 10:45 am, 11:30 am, 12:15 pm *Session IV: 6:15 - 6:45 pm
Skill Level: Students starting this class should be comfortable putting their faces in the water and have mastered the skills of the beginner level.
Skill Level: Students starting this class should be competent in intermediate beginner skills. They should be comfortable putting their entire heads under water and with swimming in greater depths.
Description: Students in this class will learn to do all beginner-level skills independently. They’ll continue learning about water safety and master more swimming fundamentals, including bubble blowing, breath control, floating, gliding and kicking. Lastly, they’ll learn and coordinate the arm and leg movements of both front and back crawl strokes.
Description: Students will increase their competency in freestyle and backstroke. This includes coordinating alternating arm actions with proper kicking technique. Students will also be introduced to side breathing, treading water and becoming oriented in higher depths.
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Skill Level: Students starting this class should have mastered advanced beginner skills and be fairly competent in freestyle and backstroke. They should be comfortable in deep water and with completely submerging their heads. Description: In this class, students will refine their freestyle/backstroke techniques and be introduced to breaststroke. They’ll also increase their treading-water endurance. Lastly, students will learn the basics of diving and diving safety.
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Mar. 30 - Apr. 5: Residents only Apr. 6 - Until Full Open to all
BOERNE YOUTH SUMMER SWIM TEAM Join the Boerne H2Swift Summer Rec Team! On the Boerne Youth Summer Swim Team, swimmers will improve their strokes, increase their stamina, instill self-discipline and learn about teamwork. Season: May 5 - Jul. 30 Resident Fee: $175 for first child; $125 for each additional child Non-Resident Fee: $225 for first child; $196 for each additional child Registration: Register online at www.boerneswimming.com
PARTICIPANT ELIGIBILITY • Must be between 5 - 18 years of age. Copy of birth certificate required. • Skills analysis required, please check website for dates and times.
Starting Monday, May 5 (Tuesday - Friday) Level 1: 4:00 - 4:45 pm Level 2 & 3: 4:30 - 5:45 pm Level 4: 5:30 - 6:30 pm Starting Tuesday, May 22 (Tuesday - Friday) Level 1: 7:30- 8:15 am Level 2: 7:30 - 8:30 am Level 3: 8:30 - 9:45 am Level 4: 9:30 - 10:45 am
• Must not have a fear of water. • To be eligible for TAAF meets, participants may not compete with any organized, perpetual year-round swimming programs from January 1, 2020 through April 30, 2020. This does not apply to participants who are 15 and older. • No Refunds. PRACTICE SCHEDULE & MEET INFORMATION Practices are held at the Boerne Municipal Pool. TAAF Meet is July 30 - Aug. 2. Times are subject to change.
SWIM STROKE CLINIC Only Saturdays in April. 6 and under: 2:00 - 3:00 pm Ages 7 - 10: 2:45 - 4:00 pm Ages 11 and up: 4:00 - 5:30 pm Adults: 4:00 - 5:30 pm Resident Fee: $70 Non-resident Fee: $90 This clinic offers technical swimming instruction from experienced professional swim coaches. Participants will develop and refine their technique in freestyle, backstroke, butterfly and breast-stroke, as well as starts and turns.. Registration Starts Mar. 2 Register online at www.boerneswimming.com
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AQUA SWIFT AQUATICS Monday - Saturday: Year-Round Registration & Fee: Visit www.boerneswimming.com Ages: 5 - Senior Adults Aqua Swift is a multi-purpose aquatic program provider serving the Boerne, Fair Oaks Ranch and Texas Hill Country areas. The Aqua Swift year-round swim team gives children ages 5 - 18 a chance to swim regularly, improving their skills and stamina. Swimmers will be placed in groups by Aqua Swift coaches. For additional information and registration, visit www.boerneswimming.com. Email Coach Jason at jason@aquaswiftaquatics.com or call (845) 494-8450.
ADULT LAP SWIM Registration: Visit www.boerneswimming.com Fee: $35/month Swimming for exercise offers multiple benefits, including increased muscle tone and better cardiovascular health. For more information about adult lap swim, visit www.boerneswimming.com or call/text Coach Jason at (845) 494-8450 or by email at: jason@aquaswiftaquatics.com Please check www.boerneswimming.com for current schedule. BOERNE WATER POLO CLUB Join the Boerne Water Polo Club to learn or play water polo in a safe and fun environment. Members practice weekly within coed age groups. For additional information, contact Matt Ross at (509) 592-5286 or www.boerneswimming.com.
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REFUND POLICIES No-shows will not receive a refund.
PA R KS & R E C R E AT I O N
COMMUNITY EDUCATION GENERAL INFORMATION HOW TO REGISTER All registration will be done online at
www.boerneparks.com/registration.
If you need assistance, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department. Additional information about online registration is available on page 5. TUITION Full tuition is to be paid to the Parks & Recreation Department at the time of registration. Online registration is by credit card only. We accept Visa, American Express, Mastercard and Discover. For other payment options, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department.
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Cancellations made more than seven days prior to the class start date will receive a full refund. Cancelled Classes
Boerne Parks & Recreation reserves the right to cancel classes, change times or locations and substitute instructors as deemed necessary. Classes are assessed one week prior to their start date, and decisions to cancel or continue will be made on or before that start date. Students of cancelled classes will be notified via email or phone call before the start of class.
ADULT PROGRAMS
Texas License To Carry Handgun Course If you are interested in obtaining a License To Carry a handgun (concealed or openly) in the State of Texas, this course is a requirement. Upon successful completion of this training and submission of the application and fingerprints, DPS will issue a license to those who are legally eligible. This course will cover all state required topics, Basic Firearms Safety, Safe Handling and Storage, Non-Violent Dispute Resolution, Use of Force Laws, Civil and Criminal Liability and Texas Handgun Laws. This is not a Learn To Shoot Class. Attendees must be able to demonstrate that they can safely and proficiently operate a handgun. Saturdays: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm Class Location: Go Heeled Classroom, 1015 N. School Street.
REX’S FAVORITE SPORT IS SOFTBALL. WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SPORT?
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Range Location: Private Range, 141 Walnut Grove Road. Tuition: $79 Plus license fee to Texas Dept. of Public Safety with application $140 Age: 19 (not eligible to apply for a License To Carry until the age of 21). This certification is good for 2 years. Sessions: Session I: Jan. 11 Session II: Feb. 8 Session III: Mar. 14 Session IV: Apr. 11 Session V: May 9 Session VI: Jun. 13
Session VII: Jul. 11 Session VIII: Aug. 8 Session IX: Sept. 12 Session X: Oct. 10 Session XI: Nov. 14 Session XII: Dec. 12
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DOG MANNERS CLASSES PUPPY MISS MANNERS This class is designed to socialize the young dog to people, other dogs and a variety of environments. House manners, problem solving and basic tricks (sit, down, wait, leash walking, etc.) will be covered. Tuition/class: $130 Sessions: Session I: Feb. 24 - Mar. 30 Session II: Apr. 13 - May 18 Session III: Sept. 7 - Oct. 12 Mondays: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Location: Northrup Park Pavilion 37550 IH-10 West Dog Ages: 2 - 5 months
BASIC MANNERS This class will set the stage for a rewarding and fulfilling relationship between dog and human. We’ll cover leash walking and commands such as sit, down, stay, leave it, come and much more. This is a fun class for both dogs and humans. Tuition/class: $130 Sessions: Session I: Feb. 24 - Mar. 30 Session II: Apr. 13 - May 18 Session III: Sept. 7 - Oct. 12 Mondays: 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm Location: Northrup Park Pavilion 37550 IH-10 West Dog Ages: 5+ months
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FITNESS HOOPING Hula hooping isn’t just for kids! This class will introduce you to the joy of hoop dancing, a fun and easy core workout set to music that makes you want to move. Beginners welcome. Adult – sized hoops will be provided. Wednesdays: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Location: Boerne Gymnastics Center 105 Stonegate Rd. Tuition: Free Ages: 18+ Sessions: Session I: Session II: Session III: Session IV: Session V: Session VI: Session VII:
Jan. 15 - Feb. 5 Feb. 12 - Mar. 4 Mar. 18 - Apr. 8 Apr. 15 - May 6 Sept. 9 - Sept. 30 Oct. 7 - Oct. 28 Nov. 4 - Dec. 2 (No Class Nov 25)
HILL COUNTRY PADDLE SPORTS SUP YOGA CLASS Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Yoga with Connie Lozano is open to all skill levels (must be able to swim). SUP Yoga is a great way to reconnect with nature while experiencing all the benefits of yoga. This class will incorporate elements of vinyasa flow and breathing designed to balance you on and off the board. Hill Country Paddle Sports will provide all the equipment you will need for your time on the water. Let the paddle board become your mat and join our floating yoga class. Thursday: 6:30 pm- 8:00 pm Saturday: 9:30 am - 11:00 am Price: $30 per person with rental board $15 with own board Location: Boerne City Lake Park 1 City Lake Rd Package: 4 sessions for $90
BOERNE FIT4MOM Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking and intervals of strength and body toning exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller and the environment. Contact (409) 429-8553 kaylee.aulbaugh@gmail.com
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ADULT FITNESS CLASSES
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YOUTH PROGRAMS ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING & CERTIFICATION The primary purpose of the Red Cross Lifeguarding program is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to emergencies and to provide care for injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel arrive and take over. Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Location: Boerne Municipal Pool 106 City Park Rd. Tuition: New certification: $255 (additional $20 for a CPR mask and fanny pack is due first day of class)Current recertification: $150 (optionally $20 for a CPR mask and fanny pack). Ages: 15+ Sessions: Session I: Mar. 28-29 & Apr. 4-5 Session II: Apr. 10-11 Recertifications Only Session III: Apr. 18-19 & 24-25 Session IV: May 8-9 Recertifications Only Session V: Jun. 6-7 Recertifications Only
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SPRING BREAK SUPER FUN CAMPS Mar. 11 - Mar. 13 Join the fun at Boerne Gymnastics Center with basic instruction in gymnastics, rock wall climbing, and trampoline by our USA Gymnastics Safety Certified staff. Kids will also enjoy open gym time and group games each day. Participants will be grouped by age and ability. Come for one day or all three - whatever fits your family’s spring break schedule! Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Location: Boerne Gymnastics Center 105 Stonegate Rd. Tuition: $20 per day Ages: 4 - 12
LEMONADE DAY BOERNE May 3 Lemonade Day Boerne is a community program that teaches young people the entrepreneurial skills they need to start, own and operate their own business; a lemonade stand! Registration is free. The first 3 people to register will receive a Lemonade Day Boerne backpack and access to lessons on business plans, loans, marketing, advertising, permits, and other important topics. These lessons will culminate with a grand lemonade stand business opening on May 3. For more information and online registration visit boerne.lemonadeday.org or email boerne@lemonadeday.org. Registration Open: Feb. 3 Tuition: Free Grade: K- 12
POINTS OF INTEREST
CITY OF BOERNE PARKS & RECREATION MAIL ADDRESS
P.O.Box 1677 Boerne, TX 78006 PHYSICAL ADDRESS
1017 Adler Street Boerne, TX 78006 Phone: (830) 248-1635 Fax: (830) 331-9652 42
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AMERICAN RED CROSS BABYSITTING CERTIFICATION COURSE If you are a new babysitter, or looking for a way to expand or polish your skills, there are basics every parent wants in a responsible babysitter. American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training course provides knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for infants and children. CPR for child and infants and First Aid certifications are provided with the course. Times: 8:30 am- 4:30 pm Location: 214 Bentwood Tuition: $100 with a $25 fee due at class for supplies Ages: 13+ Sessions: Session I: Session II: Session I: Session IV: Session V: Session VI:
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Jan. 3 - 4 Feb. 14 - 15 Mar. 7 - 8 May 16-17 Aug. 6 - 7 Nov. 21-22
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INTRODUCTION TO BOYS & GIRLS RECREATIONAL GYMNASTICS This class will introduce school age boys and girls to the sport of gymnastics. Basic warm-ups and stretching will lead into introductory skills. Boys and girls will have a chance to work on gymnastics equipment such as bars, beams, rings and the vault. Tumbling, trampoline and acrobatic gymnastics will also be introduced. This is a perfect class for new gymnasts to try it out without a long-term commitment. Wednesdays: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm *3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: Boerne Gymnastics Center 105 Stonegate Rd. Tuition: $45 Ages: 5 - 12 Sessions: Session I: Session II: Session III: Session IV: Session V: Session VI: Session VII: Session VIII:
Jan. 15 - Feb. 5 Feb. 12 - Mar. 4 Mar. 18 - Apr. 8 Apr. 15 - May 6 Jun. 10 - Jul. 1 * Jul. 8 – Jul. 29* Sept. 9 - Sept. 30 Oct. 7 - Oct. 28
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REX CAN CARRY UP TO 30 LBS. WITH BOTH OF HIS PAWS. IF AN AVERAGE LARGEMOUTH BASS WEIGHS 10 LBS., HOW MANY FISH CAN HE CARRY AT ONCE?
CIRCUS ARTS FOR KIDS Did you ever want to run away and join the Circus? This 8-week program will introduce you to a variety of fun and easy circus performer skills. Each week will focus on a different type of skill. Learn beginning aerial skills on the single trapeze, lyra and silks, as well as teamwork, general fitness and safety. We’ll also cover basics of balancing on rolla bolla and rolling globe. Add a bit of juggling to your act with scarves, balls and clubs. Step it up a notch with spinning poi and hoops to make your act complete. Put together a performance for your friends and family for the last class. Thursdays: 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Location: Boerne Gymnastics Center, 105 Stonegate Rd. Tuition: $75 /8 weeks Ages: 7-16 Sessions: Session I:
Jan. 9 - Feb. 27
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TGA PREMIER JUNIOR GOLF
TGA Premier Junior Golf Brings the golf course to your child! The national, award winning, 5 level program is specially designed for children and builds upon the educational concepts they are learning in the class room. Fun comes first in every TGA class, but the curriculum also focuses on instilling self-confidence and life values through professional golf instruction. Students learn the fundamentals, etiquette and rules of the game with a low 8:1 student to professional instructor ratio. Best of all, we provide all the equipment and training materials so children of all skill levels have the chance to come out and tee it up with TGA! Go online to www.playtga.com/nsa for additional TGA program information. Tuesdays: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Location: Boerne Skate Park, 524 Adler St.
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Tuition: $99
Ages: 5-12
Sessions: Session I: Session II: Session III: Session IV:
Feb. 25 - Mar. 31 (skip Mar. 10) Apr. 14 - May 12 Sept. 22 - Oct. 20 Nov. 3 - Dec. 1
TINY TOTS DANCE This class is designed for little ones new to the world of dance. Students will be introduced to ballet, tap and tumbling, with an emphasis on coordination and creativity through movement, song and dance. Fridays: 9:30 am - 10:15 am Location: Boerne Dance Center, 37131 Interstate 10 Suite 301 Tuition: $38 Ages: 3 years and 3 months - 5 years Sessions: Session I: Session II: Session III: Session IV: Session V: Session VI:
Jan. 3 - Jan. 31 Feb. 7 - Mar. 6 Mar. 20 - Apr. 17 May 1 - May 29 Sept. 11 - Oct. 9 Nov. 6 - Dec. 11 (skipping Nov. 27)
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INTRODUCTION TO PRESCHOOL GYMNASTICS This class will introduce 3 - 5 year old boys and girls to the sport of gymnastics. The more a child tumbles, creeps, and crawls the more densely wired the brain becomes for academic success. Your child will get the chance to tumble, walk on beams, bounce on trampolines, hang on bars and have fun.
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Wednesdays: 11:15 am - 12:00 pm Location: Boerne Gymnastics Center, 105 Stonegate Rd. Tuition: $40 Ages: 3-5 Sessions: Session I: Session II: Session III: Session IV: Session V: Session VI: Session VII: Session VIII:
Jan. 15 - Feb. 5 Feb. 12 - Mar. 4 Mar. 18 - Apr. 8 Apr. 15 - May 6 Jun. 10 - Jul. 1 Jul. 8 - Jul. 29 Sept. 9 - Sept. 30 Oct. 7 - Oct. 28
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SUMMER CAMPS
OPEN FOR REGISTRATION DURING SPRING BREAK
GROSS OUT SCIENCECRAZY CHEMISTRY Jun. 9 - 12 | 9:30 - 11:30 am Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10
and perform mock exams, vaccinations, first aid treatment and a simulated dissection. Diagnose patients, develop treatment plans, read x-rays and more! Your stethoscope and adopted stuffed animal are yours to keep!
Boom, splat, slime, ooze, fizz – have a blast and make a mess exploring the science behind chemical reactions! Create a quicksand simulation, slime, flubber, a foam machine, a mad scientist bubble lab and more!
CANDY SCIENCE Jun. 16 - 19 | 12:00 - 2:00 pm Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10
FROZEN STEAM Jun. 9 - 12 | 12:00 - 2:00 pm Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10 It’s HOT- Come in and cool off with Frozen STEAM science camp! Enjoy hands-on science and engineering activities with fun themes from the popular movie Frozen. Activities include building ice towers, learning about states of matter, making ice cream, building and testing a snowball launcher and more! FUTURE VET Jun. 16 - 19 | 9:30 - 11:30 am Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10 Kids will take on the role of veterinarian
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Students will create, decorate and learn the science behind many fun and delicious treats! Activities include experimenting with various confections, creating edible art, learning the history of familiar and unfamiliar treats, candy crafts, games and a lot of practice making and tasting! OUTTA THIS WORLD STAR WARS LEGO CAMP Jun. 23 - 26 | 9:30 - 11:30 am Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10 Build from a huge variety of large and small projects from the Star Wars LEGO collection! Young Padawans will kick off camp with Jedi training and also include Star Wars themed games and crafts.
MINE MASTER MANIA Jun. 23 - 26 | 12:00 - 2:00 pm Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10 Students will learn fun, new, and imaginative concepts in the virtual world of Minecraft. Additional crafts and activities include Minecraft Mosaics, Sugar Cube Science, My Magic Sandbox, Splash Potions and more!
SCIENCE DETECTIVES Jun. 30 - Jul. 3 | 9:30 - 11:30 am Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10 In this science mystery themed camp, you’re on the case with kid science detectives Fossey and Doyle from Michelle Torrey’s The Case of the Gasping Garbage. Set up your science lab and work with your partner to perform experiments and crack the case. On the last day of class, you’ll put your detective skills and science knowledge to the test to solve an escape room style mystery!
EPIC ENGINEERING DISASTERS Jul. 14 - 17 | 12:00 - 2:00 pm Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10
Make even more of a mess! Anti-Gravity Goo, Boo Bubbles, super slime, color changing potions, water jelly and more. We’ll perform hypotheses, record data and draw conclusions just like real scientists!
Explore historical engineering disasters, from collapsing buildings like the Fidenae Stadium and bridges like the Tay Bridge Tacoma Narrows Bridge, to sinking ships like the Titanic. Future engineers will discover what went wrong and design solutions!
LEGO ENGINEERING Jul. 14 - 17 | 9:30 - 11:30 am Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10 Gear up your engineering skills as we complete a variety of challenges using 10,000+ LEGO pieces! Students will apply real-world concepts in engineering, physics and architecture through various projects while exploring simple machines, energy, buoyancy, balance and more!
MINE MASTERS MANIA II Jul. 21 - 24 | 9:30 - 11:30 am Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10 Students will learn fun, new, and imaginative concepts in the virtual world of Minecraft. Additional crafts and activities include Minecraft Mosaics, Sugar Cube Science, My Magic Sandbox, Splash Potions and more! TGA PREMIER JUNIOR GOLF SUMMER I Jul. 22 - 25 | 9:30 - 11:30 am Location: Boerne Skate Park, 524 Adler St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 5-12
This camp is specifically designed for children and supports the educational concepts they are learning in the class room. We provide all the equipment and training materials so children of all skill levels have the chance to come out and tee it up with TGA!
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GROSS OUT SCIENCECHEMICAL CONCOCTIONS Jun. 30 - Jul. 3 | 12:00 - 2:00 pm Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10
FUTURE VET II Jul. 21 - 24 | 12:00 - 2:00 pm Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10 Kids will take on the role of veterinarian and perform mock exams, vaccinations, first aid treatment and a simulated dissection. Diagnose patients, develop treatment plans, read x-rays, and more! Your stethoscope and adopted stuffed animal are yours to keep!
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SUMMER CAMPS
OPEN FOR REGISTRATION DURING SPRING BREAK
TGA PREMIER JUNIOR GOLF SUMMER II Jul. 20 - 23 | 9:30 - 11:30 am Location: Boerne Skate Park, 524 Adler St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 5-12 This camp is specifically designed for children and supports the educational concepts they are learning in the class room. We provide all the equipment and training materials so children of all skill levels have the chance to come out and tee it up with TGA! GROSS OUT SCIENCEPOTIONS Jul. 28 - 31 | 9:30 - 11:30 am Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10 Come and discover a world filled with the magic of science! A place where young wizards practice levitation using magnets, learn the transfigurations of everyday matter, strengthen their understanding of chemistry with a variety of potions plus so much more. No need to wait for your owl to arrive with an acceptance letter, sign up today! FAIRY TALE ENGINEERING Jul. 28 - 31 | 12:00 - 2:00 pm Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $99 Ages: 6-10
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Use a variety of materials to apply the engineering design process to create new solutions for fairy tale friends! Learn about properties of materials as you build and test houses for the 3 Little Pigs, have math and science fun with Jack and the Beanstalk Bean Balance, learn about gravity, stability and weight distribution in Tall, Tall Towers, design and test bridges for the 3 Billy Goats Gruff, help the princess get a good night sleep by building a better bed, and much more!
FASHION DESIGNER TALENTED EXPRESSIONS Aug. 4 - 7 | 9:00 - 11:00 am Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $88 Ages: 8-12 Design principles in the areas of sketching, color and pattern coordination, costume design and fashion history will be applied to their personal style and portfolio. LEGO MANIA Aug. 4 - 7 | 11:30 - 1:30 pm Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $88 Ages: 4-7 This innovative program for Lego buffs provides opportunities for imagination and hands-on learning. Students will have the opportunity to construct dinosaurs, rockets, castles, airplanes, forts, cars, and more!
LEGO LOGO Aug. 4 - 7 | 9:00 - 11:00 am Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $88 Ages: 8-12 Bring young technicians into a creative, engineering environment. Students will build robots, traffic lights, race cars, four-by-four trucks, cranes, pulleys, levers and more during this energized week of discovery with Lego!
CAMP BARBIE- BARBIES, BARBIES, EVERYWHERE Aug. 4 - 7 | 11:30 - 1:30 pm Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $88 Ages: 4-8 At Camp Barbie, you will have loads of fun helping Barbie learn the many things she needs to know to become a great girl. Non-stop activities and fun learning adventures are all geared toward self-esteem development.
LEGO EXPERT Aug. 4 - 7 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $88 Ages: 9-13 Activity based projects that will incorporate physical science and math all into one. Instructors will facilitate, but students will do the creating! Give your creation the most torque and battle in the robotic tournaments!
SURVIVAL TACTICS Aug. 4 - 7 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm Location: Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St. Tuition: $88 Ages: 7-12 Wrapped in games and adventure, unique challenges await you. During survival situations, the four basic needs become shelter, water, fire, and food. By introducing basic techniques, your child will learn how to purify water, signal for help, leave no trace camping, signal for help, first aid, search for edible food, set up shelter, learn Army chants and more!
PARKS & RECREATION
BOERNE PARKS MAIN PLAZA 100 N. Main St.
Main Plaza is a 1.72-acre, special-use park. With its lawns, fountains and gazebo, Main Plaza offers a picturesque backdrop for events and other occasions. Boerne Market Days, a monthly pop-up market stocked with local artisan and craft wares, is held here every second Saturday and Sunday of the month. Curfew: Midnight - 5:00 am Amenities: • Parking • Gazebo • Electricity • Lighting • Sidewalks
• WiFi (limited) • Public restrooms • Fountain • Drinking Fountains
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WATERWORKS TERRACE 100 N. Main St. Waterworks Terrace is a 150-by-66-foot special-use park adjacent to Main Plaza. The terrace’s open lawn is a beautiful space to relax in the outdoors. Curfew: Midnight - 5:00 am Waterworks Terrace may be reserved. See reservation information on pg 60-61. Amenities: • 7,500 square-foot open lawn space • Sidewalks • Electricity • Lighting • Public restrooms
BOERNE PARKS BOERNE CITY PARK
BOERNE TENNIS CENTER
106 City Park Rd.
At City Park
Boerne City Park is a 125-acre community park. The park is full of amenities, from sports fields to trails and more. City Park is also home to the Boerne Tennis Center and the Boerne Municipal Swimming Pool.
The Boerne Tennis Center features eight lighted tennis courts that can be reserved by calling (830) 249-4631. Hourly and seasonal passes are available. See www.boernetennis.com for more information.
Curfew: Midnight - 5:00 am Amenities: • Cibolo Trailhead • Public restrooms • Drinking fountains • WiFi (limited) • Covered playground • Walking trails • Picnic areas and grills • Boerne Municipal Swimming Pool • Five soccer fields* *Available for reservation. For information on reservations, see page 60-61.
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NORTHRUP PARK AND PAVILION 37550 IH-10 West Northrup Park and Pavilion is a 103-acre community park. The park is a world-class sports complex where Boerne athletes can learn, practice and compete. Curfew: Midnight - 5:00 am Amenities: • Four youth softball fields* • Four youth baseball fields* • Three adult softball fields* • Three lighted sand volleyball courts* • Lighted pavilion/basketball court* • Restrooms • Picnic units with grills • Horseshoe pit • Covered, fenced playground • Electricity
Note: Fields 4, 8 and 11 can be used on a first-come, first-serve basis except during league play or if reserved. *Available for reservation. For information on reservations, see pg 60-61.
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NORTHSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD PARK 1017 Adler St. Northside Neighborhood Park is an 8-acre neighborhood park. This lovely, quiet space houses the trailhead for the Currey Trail and is home to the Parks & Recreation Department offices. Curfew: 10:00 pm - 6:00 am Amenities: • Paved Parking • WiFi (limited) • Parks and Recreation Administration Office • Currey Trailhead • Picnic Tables • Drinking Fountain • Doggie Drinking Fountain
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ROEDER PARK
111 Water St.
104 Roeder St.
Located at the corner of Water St. and Highland St., Kinderpark, formally known as Optimist Park, was developed in 1997 with the support of the local Optimist Club. The Optimist Club supported the purchase of playground equipment and development of the site, which was an abandoned city well site.
Roeder Park is a 1.8-acre neighborhood park. As a neighborhood park, Roeder Park is designed to serve the needs of its local residents. The residents who surround the park have asked that it remain a simple green space without amenities, and so it is.
In 2016, this park received a complete make over and upgrades along with the new name “Kinderpark”. The fenced and shaded park is very popular with families with younger children. The playground is unique and exciting. The kids are having a blast sliding, climbing, swinging and just enjoying the beautiful setting under the large oaks. Kinderpark is perfect for small gatherings and birthday parties, all first come first serve. Curfew: 10:00 pm - 6:00 am Amenities: • Parking • ADA Accessible • Covered Pavilion with picnic table • Benches
Curfew: 10:00 pm - 6:00 am History: Roeder Park honors the memory of Aaron and Allen Roeder, twin brothers who were killed serving their country in World War II. The park was made possible when Boerne residents C.T. and Eva Roberts deeded four lots from the Cibolo Park Addition to the City of Boerne on June 18, 1945.
VETERANS PLAZA
415 River Rd.
801 S. Main St.
River Road Park is a 7.8-acre community park. It’s tucked along the banks of Cibolo Creek, offering visitors cool, shady refuge and a peaceful view of the water.
Veterans Plaza is a 1.8-acre community park. Inside, a unique pattern of trees and sidewalks lead the way to the park’s centerpiece: the Veterans War Monument. The park hosts annual gatherings for Veterans Day and other ceremonies commemorating our war veterans.
Curfew: Midnight - 5:00 am
Curfew: 10:00 pm - 6:00 am
Amenities: • Public restrooms • WiFi (limited) • Drinking fountains • Picnic tables • Fishing piers • Trail • Interpretive signage • Lighting
Renovated in 2014 The Veterans War Monument is a 14 foot tall monument listing the names of those who died in combat during World War I, World War II, Korea and Vietnam. Additional plaques have been added to memorialize those who lost their lives in combat after the Vietnam War.
River Road Park is not available for rent. However, the city does require special event permits for any public group gatherings.
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RIVER ROAD PARK
The Walk of Honor is an extra wide walkway from Main St to the center of the park. The walkway is lined with bricks that include the names of family and friends that served or are still serving in the military. This fundraising effort provides a permanent way of recognizing those whose service has meant so much to all of us. The Walk of Honor has been extended. Limited bricks are being sold. If interested, please refer to the following website:
www.boerneparks.com/bricks
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BOERNE CITY LAKE PARK & PAVILION 1 City Lake Rd.
Boerne City Lake Park is a 100-acre community park with an additional 100 acres of surface water. City Lake Park is known for its peaceful, pristine waters, which are kept that way by a city ordinance prohibiting motorized boats on the lake. Barring any flooding or scheduled city events, City Lake Park is open to the public 365 days a year.
BOERNE SKATE PARK
Curfew: 10:00 pm - 5:00 am
524 Adler St.
Hours: Gates open at 5:00 am and close at 10:00 pm daily.
The Boerne Skate Park is a 7,500 square foot plaza-style skateboard park. Built with input from the local skating community, the park offers down ridges, quarter pipes, banks, multiple stair sets and many other elements. Skaters of all levels can find a spot to practice an old move or try something new.
Amenities: • Paved parking • WiFi (limited) • Restrooms • Covered pavilion - 34’ x 38’ (by reservation only: see page 60 for information) • Boat dock • Boat ramp • Fishing pier • Bird observation blind • Volleyball court • Covered playground • Butterfly garden • 9-hole disc golf course • Picnic units with grills (some covered) • Handicap-accessible picnic units • Fire rings
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Non-Residents: • Weekday (Mon - Thurs) $10 • Weekend (Fri - Sun) $15 • Holiday $20 Discount Fee: $5.00 (all days) Discounts available for:
• Senior citizens (age 65+) • Active or retired military • Disabled citizens (60% disability) Free (all days): • Disabled veterans (60% disability)
Annual Passes City Resident: • Free first 2 passes • $25 Each additional pass Annual Passes Non-Resident: • $125 First pass • $25 Each additional pass Annual Passes Non-Resident Discounted Fee: • $75 First pass • $25 Each additional pass Recreational Vendors at the Lake: Hill Country Paddle Sports rents out paddleboards and kayaks at the lake. Call (210) 842-4057 or visit www.hillcountrypaddlesports.com for additional information Trisum Sailing offers sailing lessons at Boerne City Lake. For more details, Call Captain Patricio Chapa at (210) 793-2278 or visit www.TrisumSailing.com
AMPHITHEATER 451 N. Main St. Nestled under the beautiful trees in back of the Patrick Heath Public Library, the amphitheater is a welcoming area for smaller performance events. Amphitheater may be reserved. For information on reservations, see pg 60.
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Fees: • Fees are collected from March 1 – October 31. Hours for collecting fees may vary. • Parking fees are charged per car. • Admission is free for Boerne city residents who provide proof of residency (current City of Boerne utility bill or property tax receipt) to the park gate attendant.
Hours: Friday 7:00 pm – 12:00 am Saturday 5:00 pm – 12:00 am Sunday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm Amenities: • Stage capacity 1,400 sq. ft. (97 chairs) • Maximum attendance 200 • Electric outlets for stage • Lighting for stage • Restrooms • Drinking fountains • Parking 99 spaces (NO overflow parking available)
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BOERNE TRAILS
CIBOLO TRAIL
Trailhead North - 100 N. Main St. @ The Kendall Trail South - 106 City Park Rd. @ Municipal Pool Cibolo Trail Extension - 106 City Park @ Playground The Cibolo Trail extends approximately 3.15 miles from the Trailhead North near The Kendall to the Trailhead South by the Boerne Municipal Pool. The trail follows Boerne’s signature waterway, Cibolo Creek, passing through Boerne’s historic downtown and the famed Hill Country Mile. At the confluence of Cibolo and Currey Creeks, a 150 foot pedestrian bridge stands amongst the trees, offering a scenic view of the two creeks joining. The trail extends from City Park Trailhead and additional 1.4 miles through City Park and out along the Old No. 9 railway towards Herff Falls.
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Trail Length: 3.15 miles Curfew: Dusk to Dawn Amenities: • Paved parking at both trailheads • Water fountain • Picnic tables • Doggie litter bags • Interpretive signage
CURREY TRAIL 1017 Adler St. The Currey trailhead, located at the Parks and Recreation offices on Adler Street, winds 0.5 miles southward to Blanco Road. The trail connects the Northside Neighborhood Park to both business and residential areas, offering Boerne residents the option to travel on foot. Trail Length: 0.5 miles Curfew: Dusk to Dawn Amenities: • Paved parking at Adler trailhead • Water fountain • Doggie fountain • Picnic tables • Trash receptacles • Doggie litter bags • Interpretive signage
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OLD NO. 9 TRAIL 358 Esser Road
In a nod to its railroad roots, the Old No. 9 trail features distinctive design elements from the old San Antonio & Aransas Pass railway. For example, the shade pavilion at Blanco Road mirrors the small SA&AP depots that marked less populous communities along the old rail route. The Old No. 9 also features 1.4 miles of trail headed straight through the heart of Boerne and a bridge and trail that connects the Old No. 9 to Patrick Heath Public Library. Trail Length: 1.4 miles Curfew: Dusk to Dawn Amenities: • Paved parking lot at Esser Road trailhead • Drinking fountains at both trail ends and a midway point • Doggie drinking fountain at Blanco Rd. • Mister located at Esser Rd. trailhead • Interpretive signage • Rest stops along the way
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PATRICK HEATH PUBLIC LIBRARY CONTACT US Address: 451 N. Main St., Bldg. 100 Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 249-3053 www.boernelibrary.org Email Us: librarian@boernelibrary.org Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 7:00 pm Friday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Library Information We’re located in a 30,000 sq. ft., LEED certified building. We offer more than 100,000 items for checkout, including thousands of DVDs and Blu-rays, audio books, and digital items.
SOCIAL MEDIA Patrick Heath Public Library Patrick Heath Public Library Children’s Corner boernelibrary
AT THE LIBRARY, YOU CAN... • Register for a free card, if you’re a resident or teacher in Kendall County. • Register for a special student card, if you’re a BISD or Kendall County student Grade 6+. • Check out up to 25 books, 5 audio books, 10 digital items, and 10 movies—all at the same time! • Find a large selection of Spanish materials, including many bilingual books. • Borrow materials from libraries all over the world, for a small postage fee. • Attend fun, educational and inspiring programs. • Get exams proctored—either paper or online. • Have your income taxes prepared each spring by experienced volunteers. • Book-A-Librarian for specialized assistance with research. • Have your items delivered, if homebound. • Research thousands of family and local history documents. • Request a visit to your organization. • Request a tour or themed program of your choice at the library. • Discover music by checking out instruments. • Purchase gently used materials at the Bookshop Under the Windmill. Download our free mobile app to search for items, download digital materials, check our calendar, renew your items and much more!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
• Downloading eBooks and audio books, and
• Help us with shelving materials and keeping our shelves neat.
streaming feature movies through our digital collections. • Listening to pre-loaded MP3 audio books. • Placing renewals and reserves through our website and app. • Using public computers with MS Office and Internet access. • Receiving personalized technology assistance. • Accessing free WiFi throughout our facility and grounds. • Air printing from mobile devices and printing documents from home. • Accessing dozens of powerful online resources for personal and professional development. • Using the drive-through book drop that automatically checks in materials. • Learning a new language through an online language database. • Checking out laptops and tablets for use in the library. • Using our Digital Media Lab to archive memories or create exciting movie and graphic projects. • Getting free homework and career help through Tutor.com service for all ages.
• Share your special skills for programs. • Serve as a language mentor to students learning English as a second language. • Serve on the library's advisory board to help make recommendations to the City regarding library operations and support the Friends of the Boerne Public Library and Boerne Public Library Foundation. Summer Discovery 2020: We Are the World Our library is your boarding pass to around-the-world adventure! We are all part of this big, old universe, and we have more in common than we have differences. Embark on a global odyssey this summer featuring top entertainers, topical book discussions and more.
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PUBLIC SPACES • Community Room for use by for-profit and
non-profit groups. • Conference Room for use by for-profit and non-profit groups. • 6 study rooms. • Quiet Room for private study. • Youth Activity Room for use by groups for special events. • Gallery in which art or educational exhibits can be displayed. Opportunities for exhibits in other locations within the library are also available.
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PHPL PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES Check the library’s events calendar at www.boernelibrary.org or on our app PhDigital Lib for specific programming information.
FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES Tiny Tots: Programs for Babies and Toddlers Weekly storytimes for babies and toddlers, with tales, tunes, movement and more, plus tactile play sessions for babies.
Book a Librarian! Request a visit to your school or day care center by our Youth Services Librarian or a field trip to our Youth Department for a themed program of your choice, including book clubs.
PAWS 4 Reading Each month beginning readers can share a tale with trained, certified therapy dogs. What a great way for children to practice their reading. Author Visits Visits by popular writers and/or illustrators of children’s books.
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Boerne Beat for poetry lovers Mysteries for Lunch for fans of the whodunit Food for Thought a literary fiction club
Kid Stuff: Programs for Children in Grades K-5 Special programs for grades K-5, including language arts, fine arts, STREAM. Special programs for homeschool students in grades K-5 too! Family Fun: Special Programs and Activities Monthly cultural & literature-based programs for the whole family, featuring renowned entertainers and special events.
FOR ADULTS DISCUSSION GROUPS
Jane Austen & Other Classics for those who enjoy the classics
FOR TEENS AND TWEENS Teen Time Teen Time at the library is Monday through Friday, from 4:30PM - 6:00PM in The Hub. During Teen Time, teens and tweens ages 11 to 17 can use library computers, laptops, video game consoles and board games. Library-sponsored programs are also available. Teen Advisory Board Are you between the ages of 11-17 and interested in helping plan programming for teens at the library? Contact Alex at (830) 249-3053 or pena@boernelibrary. org to talk about joining the TAB.
Reality Readers for fans of nonfiction Soul Salon a group focusing on multi-faith & ecumenical issues Mary’s Potpourri for readers with eclectic tastes Writer's Roundtable for experienced writers to get input for editing and content
Check the library’s events calendar for specific programming information.
OTHER PROGRAMS AND SERVICES Live! at the Library Diverse styles of music and dance, storytelling and much more! Weather permitting the performances take place monthly at the Amphitheater at dusk. Healthy Minds and Bodies Yoga, meditation and health seminars are just some of the programs we offer. Check our calendar for specific dates and more information. Tech Experts In the lobby at various hours each week. Bring your questions and your device for a 15 - 20 minutes session. Book-A-Librarian Thirty-minute sessions with a trained staff member on any number of topical needs from genealogy to school research to technology. Call the library to schedule an appointment. Author Signings Get to know local writing talent! Each month we feature a different author with whom you can visit in the library lobby. You can purchase their books and have them sign copies.
For Local and Family History Buffs We offer a quarterly newsletter full of historical tidbits and information on events in local history. Add your name to our email distribution list or grab a copy next time you are in the library. Interested in history and getting to know a fun group of other local history lovers? We host history tours to locales both nearby and as far as two hours away. Friends of the Boerne Public Library The Friends sell gently used items at the Bookshop Under the Windmill to help support the library’s mission. The money they raise helps fund a variety of programs and resources. The Bookshop is open to the public Wednesdays – Saturdays, 10:00AM to 2:00PM. You can follow the Friends on Facebook. Boerne Public Library Foundation The Foundation supports the library’s mission by providing funding for a variety of programs, resources and services. Visit their website at www.boernelibraryfoundation.org to learn more!
Boerne Book and Arts Festival A full day of programming at and around Main Plaza. The first Saturday in October. Activities include author panels and discussions, book sales and children’s crafts.
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CIBOLO NATURE CENTER & FARM
PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT WITH NATURE 140 CITY PARK ROAD & 33 HERFF ROAD Located in the heart of Boerne, the Cibolo Nature Center and Farm (CNC&F) is a 160 acre natural area that boasts over 100,000 visitors every year. From serious trail enthusiasts to families with young children and dogs, everyone can find something to enjoy. Whether it is school field trips, summer camps, educational and research programs, shopping at the farmers market or taking a family hike, the nature center offers new experiences and opportunities to connect with nature.
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Herff homestead and beautiful gardens and trails. TRAILS The CNC&F offers miles of trails for all ages and abilities. Visitors can enjoy approximately three miles of trails which covers a variety of natural landscapes.
For 31 years, the CNC&F has been an area where all ages can enjoy one of the few remnants of a vanishing wilderness.
PROGRAMS Designed for all ages, CNC&F programming includes conservation seminars, stewardship workshops, outdoor concerts, field trips and more. Exciting children’s programs include summer and spring break camps, Kid’s Club, Little Explorers and so much more.
The addition, the Herff Farm, a historically and ecologically important part of the park, serves as an extension of the Nature Center. The farm is home to the Farmers Market at the Cibolo, the historic
STEWARDSHIP Protecting a piece of vanishing Texas wilderness for future generations is a primary goal of the CNC&F. The Nature Center collaborates with many agencies, organizations and
individuals to address concerns of the Cibolo Creek Watershed. The Cibolo Creek, lined by tall Cypress Trees, is a critical habitat for wildlife and an important source of water recharge for the region. The creek also doubles as an outdoor classroom during educational programming. RESEARCH At CNC&F, Citizen Science is used to track environmental changes. Individuals from all walks of life get involved counting birds, butterflies, snakes, frogs, surveying vegetation, assessing water quality and many other endeavors. DINOSAUR TRACKWAY Millions of years ago, huge dinosaurs roamed this area. The CNC&F displays dinosaur tracks that are a replica of tracks found nearby. The tracks are now preserved for all to see. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES The CNC&F continues to grow today thanks to the hard work and care of hundreds of volunteers. It simply would not be here if it weren’t for the good-hearted, hard-working, nature-loving people that makeup our volunteer force at the CNC&F. Volunteer opportunities are always available.
VENUE RENTAL Mem disc ber o avai unts lable !
CNC&F’s beautiful grounds and buildings are available for rental for wedding, reunions, conferences and more. Visit www.cibolo.org for more information. FARMERS MARKET The CNC&F Farmers Market at the Cibolo unites the community, ecology, health and fun. This free to the public Saturday shopping extravaganza also includes live music, a beautiful rustic environment, walking trails, special festivals and children’s’ activities. The market is located at the Herff Farm at 33 Herff Road. HELP US PROTECT OUR NATURE CENTER: • Take only pictures, leave only footprints • Fires only in permanent barbecue pits • Please stay on designated trails • No smoking on trails • Do not harm plants or wildlife • Catch & Release fishing only • No firearms • Dogs on leashes please
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NATURE CENTER VISITOR CENTER Open Monday - Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 1:00PM - 5:00PM
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Children’s Programs & Camps Workshops Volunteer Nature Hiking Trails
Cibolo Nature CenteR 140 City Park Rd
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Farmer’s Market Moondance Concert Series Event/Meeting Rentals So much more…
Herff Farm
33 Herff Rd
Trails open daily, dawn to dusk Farmer’s Market: Sat, 9-1pm www.cibolo.org
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TRAILS Open daily from 8:00 am to dusk. HERFF FARM Open Saturdays from 9:00 am to 1:00pm and during scheduled programs.
THERE IS NO ADMISSION CHARGE BUT DONATIONS ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED.
MEMBERSHIP As a member, you’ll receive special benefits, including our newsletter, information and discounts for upcoming classes, events and the gift shop. Cibolo Nature Center & Farm 140 City Park Road, Boerne, TX 78006 Herff Farm 33 Herff Road, Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 249-4616 nature@cibolo.org | www.cibolo.org
For a full calendar of upcoming events, concerts, workshops and programs, go to www.cibolo.org.
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Nov. 27 and 28, 2020 Downtown Boerne’s Hill Country Mile
Kick off the holiday season this Thanksgiving weekend and experience a Hill Country Christmas like no other! Be a part of the magic as Boerne’s Main Street transforms into a vintage holiday experience with activities and fun for all ages. All of the favorites are back, including SNOW along Main Street, ice sculpting battles, live music, theatrical performances, kids crafts and a 60-foot ice slide! Photo opps with Victorian-themed revelers are always a crowd pleaser. Come spend the day on the Hill Country Mile shopping, dining and visiting Santa, then make your way up and down Main Street as the entertainment delights from 4 -10 p.m. each night. Visit www.dickensonmain.com for more information and a full schedule!
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HILL COUNTRY MILE
ART AL FRESCO Boerne’s Public Art
Along the trails and around town, you’ll find Boerne’s ever-growing public art collection that doubles as a walkable outdoor adventure! Scattered among the city’s permanent art pieces, you will find Art al Fresco, an annual rotating exhibit of 10 large-scale sculptures that will delight visitors of all ages. Learn about each piece of this unique exhibit by downloading the Otocast app and choosing Art al Fresco for a narrated tour of the installation. Boerne is also home to a variety of art galleries filled with treasures from Texas artists, many who call the Hill Country home. A great way to experience Boerne’s art scene is to enjoy various events hosted by the galleries throughout the year and community events such as the Boerne Book & Arts Festival or the Texas Hill Country Invitational Fine Art Show & Sale. STAY CONNECTED ALL YEAR ROUND!
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Whether you’ve come to downtown to shop, meet up with friends or just drop by for lunch, the Hill Country Mile is the heart of Boerne, where beautiful historic buildings are home to the hottest boutiques, breweries, restaurants and galleries in the area. Shopping along the Mile, you’ll find Hill Country-chic boutiques specializing in on-trend clothing and hand-picked home décor, along with places to find treasured antiques and artwork. Restaurants range from casual to fine dining, with chef-designed menus and wine selections that will elevate your culinary experience. Our biergartens and craft breweries are a great place to take a break, and our bakeries and bistros beckon with outstanding fare and gathering spots for families, friends and couples alike. Revisit your favorites and discover all that’s new on The Mile!
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BOERNE CEMETERY
ESTABLISHED 1867 Frederick Street & 700 North School Street The Historical Boerne Cemetery is owned, maintained and operated by the City of Boerne. The cemetery, recognized by the Texas Historical Commission, is the final resting place for many early German and English settlers of the Texas Hill Country. Each year on Memorial Day, more than 700 veterans buried at the cemetery are honored by a memorial service held by the local Boerne chapter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. During the service, an American flag is placed on each grave. Please note that you need a permit to plant trees and shrubs, install benches and monuments. Permits are issued at no cost from the Parks and Recreation Office.
CEMETERY INFORMATION Lots: $2750 per lot $250 endowment at purchase $250 endowment at burial Columbarium: $1000 per niche $100 per niche endowment at purchase $200 endowment at inurnment Sexton: Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home Dusty Fisher 111 Rosewood Ave, Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 249- 2321 Sexton: Holt & Holt Funeral Home William Holt Jr. 319 E San Antonio Ave, Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 249-9126 To purchase a plot or niche, please contact the Sexton or the Parks and Recreation Office. 76
BIGTOOTH MAPLES PROJECT Restoring Boerne’s forgotten inheritance.
The Native Plant Society of Texas, Boerne Chapter, is reintroducing the Bigtooth Maple, a historic natural treasure of the City of Boerne. Planting these lost trees will enhance the local landscape and establish Boerne as a premier destination for fall foliage viewing. Each year, a limited number of Bigtooth Maple trees are awarded to qualified organizations, businesses, and Boerne residents for planting within the city limits and along the entry ways to the city. HOW TO APPLY Applications for the free Bigtooth Maple trees are available online at: www.npsot.org/wp/boerne/maples-for-boerne You may also call (830) 249-8240, or email maplesforboerne@aol.com.
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JANUARY 30
TICKETS: $20-$60 ALL PERFORMANCES AT 7:30 PM AT BOERNE CHAMPION AUDITORIUM BoernePerformingArts.com 830.331.9079
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O T H E R L O C A L O R G A N I Z AT I O N S AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM & ARTS CENTER
BOERNE YOUTH ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
KEEP BOERNE BEAUTIFUL
AQUA SWIFT AQUATICS BOERNE
BOERNE YOUTH SOCCER CLUB
KENDALL COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
www.theagricultural.org 102 City Park Rd., Boerne, TX 78006 email: theagricultural@gmail.com
www.boerneswimming.com Coach Jason (845) 494-8450
BIGTOOTH MAPLES FOR BOERNE www.npsot.org/boerne (830) 249-8240 See page 76
BOERNE BULLS YOUTH FOOTBALL tshq.bluesombrero.com/byfatx Shaya Flugence ms.flu22@gmail.com
BOERNE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE www.boerne.org 121 S. Main St., Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 249-8000
BOERNE FAMILY YMCA
www.boernelittleleague.com Located at Northrup Park 37550 IH-10 West, Boerne, TX 78006 www.boernesoccer.org
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF THE TEXAS HILL COUNTRY www.bgcatxhc.org/boerne.html 624 North Main Street, Ste. 203, Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 431-0004
CIBOLO NATURE CENTER & FARM www.cibolo.org 140 City Park Rd., Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 249-4616 See page 70
CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU www.visitboerne.org 282 N. Main St., Boerne, TX 78006 (888) 842-8080
FIELD RAIN-OUT INFORMATION
www.ymcasatx.org/boerne 820 Adler St., Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 815-1040
(830) 248-1505
BOERNE MARKET DAYS
www.hccarts.org 102 City Park Rd., Boerne, TX 78006 (210) 269-8349
www.boernemarketdays.com (210) 844-8193 See page 10
BOERNE WATER POLO CLUB
Matt Ross (509) 529-5286 mattrossswimcoach@gmail.com Or Visit: Boerne Water Polo Club on Facebook
HILL COUNTRY COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS
HILL COUNTRY PADDLESPORTS
www.hillcountrypaddlesports.com (210) 842-4057 See page 37
Contact the Boerne Parks & Rec Office (830) 248-1638
www.co.kendall.tx.us 716 FM 289, Comfort, TX 78013 (830) 537-3470
KRONKOSKY PLACE (RAINBOW SENIOR CENTER) www.rainbowseniorcenter.com 17 Old San Antonio Rd., Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 249-2114
PATRICK HEATH PUBLIC LIBRARY www.boernelibrary.org 451 N. Main St., Boerne, TX 78006 (830) 249-3053 See page 66
TEXAS AMATEUR ATHLETIC FEDERATION (TAAF) www.taaf.com
TORO SOCCER ACADEMY www.torosocceracademy.com (830) 609-8384 email: info@torosocceracademy.com
TRISUM SAILING LESSONS AND CHARTERS www.trisumsailing.com Captain Patricio Chapa (210) 793-2278
2020 GUIDEBOOK | PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT | CITY OF BOERNE
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P.O.Box 1677 Boerne, TX 78006 Address 1017 Adler Street Boerne, TX 78006 Phone: (830) 248-1635 Fax: (830) 331-9652
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