City of Lancaster Leisure Guide Fall 2019/Winter 2020

City of Lancaster

LEISURE GUIDE

YOUTH SPORTS * ADULT ATHLETICS * VOLUNTEERS * AQUATIC PROGRAMS YOUTH PROGRAMS * ADULT FITNESS PROGRAMS * SPECIAL EVENTS SENIOR ADULT ACTIVITIES * LIBRARY PROGRAMS

Fall 2019 through Winter 2020 QUALITY OF LIFE & CULTURAL SERVICES

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Staff Directory ...................................................................2 Recreation Center .............................................................3 Youth Sports .......................................................................4 Adult Athletics, Aquatics..................................................5 Aquatics, Youth After School Program...........................6 Youth Programs, Youth Advisory Committee................7 Adult Fitness .................................................................. 8-9 Save the Dates - Special Events.................................11-12 Senior Life Center, Senior Discount (Utilities)............13 Senior Adult Programs, Classes & Activities, Special Events...........................................................................14-15 Library.........................................................................16-18 Park Map...........................................................................19 Turkey Bowl and Christmas Parade Save the Dates....20

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Staff Directory Administration Sean Johnson, Managing Director Mike Rasco, Assistant Director Kaylon Jackson, Administrative Assistant

972-218-3706 972-218-3709 972-218-3706

sjohnson@lancaster-tx.com mrasco@lancaster-tx.com kjackson@lancaster-tx.com

Athletics & Aquatics Programs Stuart Thompson, Recreation Supervisor

972-218-3712

sthompson@lancaster-tx.com

Youth Programs & Special Interest Rashad Jackson-Stegall, Recreation Supervisor

972-218-3711

rjackson@lancaster-tx.com

Reservations & Adult Fitness Lisha Brown, Recreation Supervisor

972-218-3784

lbrown@lancaster-tx.com

Recreation Leader Bryce Reed

972-218-3713

breed@lancaster-tx.com

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Recreation Center

Features and Amenities

The Lancaster Recreation Center (LRC) is a 64,000 square foot facility filled with amenities, programs and fun! LRC features include:

Facility Information 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, TX 75134 972-218-3700

Hours of Operation-Facility 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.

Call for more information regarding hours of operation for open gym and open swim.

• Indoor walking track • Gymnasium with two full basketball courts • Fitness atrium with state of the art equipment and dual fitness on-demand • Indoor Family Aquatic Center • Banquet hall with catering kitchen • Mirrored aerobic room • Game Room • Classroom • Conference Room • WELLBEATS On Demand Fitness Several areas of the facility are available for private rentals, including the gymnasium, banquet hall, indoor aquatic center and all rooms. The Recreation Center offers programs for all ages, ranging from athletic leagues and fitness courses to creative arts and academic guidance. Stop by and see what we’ve got to offer!

Recreation ID Cards Participation in all Recreation Center classes, activities, seminars, sport leagues and select special events may require possession of a valid Recreation ID Card. The card is good for one (1) year from the date of purchase and provides a great value! Recreation ID Cardholders have access to the indoor walking track, gymnasium and game room. Also, many special events have unique benefits available only to Recreation ID Cardholders.

Free w/adult $10/year $15/year

Adult Adult Senior Senior

$20/year $30/year $15/year $20/ year

Ages 17-49 (resident) Ages 17-49 (non-resident) Ages 50+ Ages 50+ (non resident)

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Junior Ages 4 and under Youth Ages 5-16 Youth Ages 5-16 (non-resident)

Baseball

Youth Sports Soccer

Registration for the 2020 Season will begin on January 4, 2020 for 6U, 8U, 10U, 14U, 15U.

Players will learn the fundamental skills they need to take their game to the next level within a development league concept here in Lancaster. The league will run for 8 weeks for the fall September 21 – November 9, 2019. All teams will practice twice a week in the evenings within their respective age division.

This is a co-ed league suitable for boys and girls of all ability levels aged 3 – 15 yrs. There will be voluntary coaching positions available for all teams in each age division. All teams will participate in 8 games to be held on Saturday morning at the soccer fields.

To register, please contact Lancaster Recreation Center staff at 1700 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Lancaster, TX 75134.

Registration starts Saturday, beginning January 4, 2020, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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.

COST: U4: $35.00; U5-U8: $45.00; U9-U15: $55.00 Registration: August 12 – September 14, 2019 Contact: Victoria Rivera (469) 544-6559

Mondays & Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m., Ages 5-13, $35/Monthly

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Winter Basketball League

Swimming

The City of Lancaster and Metro Basketball Association presents the 2019 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. Season begins January 11, 2020.

The Lancaster Tiger Sharks is a yearly swim team.

Swimmers are trained in all competitive strokes and develop endurance and strength. The swim team is a great way to increase fitness, learn a valuable skill and make friends. The Lancaster Tiger Sharks compete locally, regionally and statewide in the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF). New swimmers are welcome, rolling enrollment.

Late Registration through December 28, 2019 Registration Fee: $35 per player/$300 per team.

Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Ages 6 to adult, $50/Monthly

Youth and Teen Open Gym (Ages 14-17)

Volleyball Bump! Set! Spike! Participants of all ages will be introduced to the basic fundamental skills and techniques of Volleyball.

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 required.

Monday-Thursday, 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m., $35/ Monthly

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Adult Athletics/Volunteers Adult Open Play Basketball

Pickleball for Mature Adults

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. A recreation ID card is required.

One of the fastest growing recreational sports pickleball is a fun sport combining tennis, badminton and Ping-Pong. With simple rules the game is easy for beginners to learn but can be a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.

Monday - Thursday, 6:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

Friday 6:00 a.m. - 3:00pm

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., Ages 18-adult

Dive-In Movies

Tuesday/Thursday, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., $20/ month or free for current recreation center ID card members.

Volunteers Coaches Needed. Volunteer coaches and referees for baseball, basketball, and soccer are needed for athletic programming. Complete volunteer applications are at the front desk of the Lancaster Recreation Center. For more information call 972218-3700.

Aquatic Programs

Parent & Tot Aquatic Classes

It’s time to dive into the pool! Every third Thursday, enjoy a feature film while relaxing in the water. All movies are free for all ages. A recreation ID card is required.

Parents learn water safety and infants (ages 6-48 months) develop comfort in the water. Parents must enter the water for all classes.

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September 19, 2019, 7:30 p.m.

October 17, 2019, 7:30 p.m.

November 21, 2019, 7:30 p.m.

Time 5:30 p.m. 6:15 p.m.

Cost $30/Session

Semi-Private Adult Lessons This course is designed to assist teens (age 13 to adult) with learning basic or advanced swim techniques. Each instructor is paired with only three students, allowing more for individual instruction.

Learn basic lifesaving techniques and get certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguard. Includes CPR, First Aid, and AED training. Great for those seeking part-time summer jobs; or to fulfill requirements for those who work as a lifeguards at Texas pools.

Advance registration & swim skills are required.

Day M, W

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Time 5:30 p.m. 6:15 p.m.

Cost $50/Session

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Lifeguard Certification

Please inquire at the front desk for future classes. $105 per class, Ages 16-Adult

Weeks 2

Aquatic Programs Swim Lessons

Water Aerobics

Learn-to-Swim Classes

Have you ever noticed how challenging it is 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.

Provides instruction to swimmers of all ages and help them develop swimming and water safety skills in a positive learning environment. Each session includes four 45 minute classes over a two week period.

Youth ages 4-12, learn basic strokes, floating, breathing, treading water and diving skills. Skill Levels are divided into three different skill levels: Level I for New Beginners, Level II, for those with Basic Skills and Level III for Intermediate Swimmers.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m., $35/Monthly

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.-7:15 p.m., Level I, II, III, $40/ Session

Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m., $25 Monthly

Visit the website for more information on the pre-requisites for each class level.

Monday-Thursday, 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., $40/Monthly

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Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.-6:15 p.m., Level I, II, III, $40/ Session

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m., $40/Monthly or $8 Drop-In

Youth After School Care The Shining STAR After School Program The Shining STAR After School program provides transportation after school for grades Kindergarten through sixth grades from all Lancaster ISD schools to the recreation center.

Children receive an afternoon snack, homework time and STAR based activities: Science & Technology, the Arts and Recreation as access points for guiding student inquiry, dialogue, critical thinking, including arts and crafts, sports, creative arts and games. Registration begins August 5, 2019. Program is on a firstcome, first-serve basis with limited enrollment.

Registration must be completed by the parent or legal guardian at the

Lancaster Recreation Center. Children may not participate in the program until their parent has registered them. Birth certificates and Recreation ID card must be presented at the time of registration. Registration must be paid in full.

Space is limited. Payment must be made in full before services are provided.

Monday-Friday, 3:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m., $35/week Payments are due on the Wednesday of the week prior to children attending.

Register at the Lancaster Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Lancaster, TX 75134.

For more information, call (972) 218-3700.

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Dancing From the Soul

Youth Programs

Teen Circuit Training - Boxing For Fitness

You will dance from the soul in this, collegiate-style dance class where your child will learn Ballet, Jazz and Hip-Hop techniques.

The Teen Circuit Training/Boxing for Fitness promotes well-being by strengthening participants’ self-discipline Wednesday, 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. and increasing stamina and coordination, Saturday, 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. while improving overall fitness through Ages 4-18, $50/Monthly a complete cardiovascular workout! This program will assist teens with improving Karate their overall mental and physical health Youth Karate ages 5-15, martial arts is a great way to build self- and wellness. Teens will have a variety confidence and character in children. Karate and self-defense of fitness options to choose from. In addition, those that are interested in techniques are for all skill levels. boxing will have the opportunity to train Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m., and possibly compete with coaches and Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. trainers.

Ages 5-15, $40/Monthly

Monday & Wednesday, 4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m., $40/Monthly

Music for all Occasions

Tutus & Tap

This class will teach students the proper techniques of piano and keyboard playing. There is a $30 one time registration fee.

Tots love to dance! Introduce your child to ballet, tap rhythms and games to improve their coordination and confidence.

Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m., Ages 4-Adult, $48/Monthly

Tuesday, 5:15 p.m.-6:00 p.m., $30/ Monthly, Ages 3-5 year olds.

2nd and 4th Saturdays of the Month, 3:45 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Ages 50-Up, $15/Monthly

Youth Advisory Committee (YAC)

YAC meets the 4th Wednesday of the month, 6:00 p.m.

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Student youth members must be 14 years of age or older.

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Get Involved! For more information contact 972-218-3711 or email rjackson@lancaster-tx. com.

Adult Fitness Programs

Community Water Fitness

Make a splash and join the Community Water Fitness Class for your workout. This 45 minute class of fun, you’ll dance with incorporate elements of different dance forms designed to challenge dynamic balance.

Water exercise is an excellent modality for cross training and gives knees and backs a break from land based cardio workouts. Participants will learn core stabilization, increase flexibility and range of motion, and build endurance with stretching at the end of class. Swimming skills are not needed, life jackets are available if desired and requested, and each person works at their own pace. Cardio Intervals while in the water will challenge members’ strength and endurance. It’s an overall function and performance of daily task, mobility, gait, independence and flexibility.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m., $32/Monthly

Combo Programs

Early Bird Fitness and Atrium Annual Pass

Double or triple your workout each month, it’s worth it. Working out those muscles and strengthening those lungs each day to boost your energy.

Members who are looking 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 p.m.

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OPTION 1: Duo class. You can workout in the fitness atrium and participate in fitness swim for the month.

Fitness Atrium

Our new state of the art equipment will help anyone looking to reach potential fitness goals. The facility is Monthly Fees Duo Class, $30/Resident, $35/Non Resident surrounded by windows with scenic views to inspire you during your workout. Multiple televisions and our locker rooms make it easy to fit in a workout before or OPTION 2: Trio class. Spin class, fitness after work. atrium and fitness swim for the month.

Trio Class, $40/Resident, $45/Non Resident Fitness Atrium equipment: Elliptical, Treadmills, Free Weights, Exercise Bikes, Weight machines and more!

Cycling

The fitness atrium is open to ages 17 and older. You must have a fitness atrium pass.

Resident Non-Resident Daily Pass $5 $5 Monthly Pass $20 $25 Annual Pass $160 $200

This class is designed specifically for those who are new to spinning by utilizing interval training. You will sit and stand during the ride. You will alternate between light tension with faster pedaling, which simulates riding on a flat ground, with slower pedaling and higher tension, which simulates riding uphill. Interval training burns fat and builds muscles. A recreation ID card is required.

Mondays & Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.-6:45 p.m., $20/monthly, $8 drop-in

Monday-Thursday, 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Fridays, 6:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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Adult Fitness Programs Fitness Atrium Orientation/Assessments

WELLBEATS on Demand Fitness

Receive a free atrium orientation and physical assessment with a fitness atrium monthly or annual pass. The orientation will teach you how to get the full benefits of the fitness equipment in order to reach your optimum level of fitness. The assessment consists of BMI, strength, flexibility, blood pressure, fat count, and weight. See the front desk for more details at the Recreation Center.

You will be engaging in exercise programs led by virtual qualified instructors. It is “Fitness on Request”, a comprehensive group fitness solution that combines pre-recordings of several different classes with live class management software. Free with annual fitness atrium membership or $5 Drop-in.

Monday – Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm

Want to be an instructor?

Swing Out

Do you have a special talent or skill that you’d like to share with others? Whether you teach children, adults or seniors, we would love to hear from you.

For more information on how to become a contract instructor, call 972-218-3700 or visit the Recreation Center.

Swing-out with your partner, while having fun burning calories and slimming down your waist.

LISD Employee Discount Program

ZUMBA, a class that uses hip-hop, weights, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, squats and lunges all in one class. One of our most popular fitness programs. Come to the party and experience a full body workout in Zumba.

All employees of the Lancaster Independent School District are entitled to a reduced rate of $85.00 for annual membership at the Lancaster Recreation Center. Paid Annual membership provides access to the following: • Fitness Atrium Usage • Gymnasium Usage • Wellbeats Virtual Fitness (during designated hours) • Indoor Walking Track • Indoor Pool (during designated hours) • 10% OFF Facility Rentals • 10% OFF Recreation Programs

Zumba

Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m., $35/Monthly, $8 Drop-In Monday/Tuesday/Thursday, 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., $35/Monthly, $8 Drop-In Saturday, 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m., $25/Monthly, $8 Drop-In

Zumba & Water Aerobics Combo Zumba/Water Aerobics Combo, is a class that uses hip-hop, weights, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, squats and lunges on land and in the water to give you a double whammy for that extra burn.

Walking program will help improve physical and mental health of those who walk. It will increase weight loss and improve fitness. Walking at a minimum of 30 minutes a day can improve your health greatly. Free with Recreation ID Card or $5.00 Zumba: Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 8:00a.m. – drop-in.

9:00a.m.

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

12:00 p.m. -1:00 p.m.

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Water Aerobics: Fridays, 9:00a.m. – 10:00a.m. $40/Month, $8 Drop-In

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Power Hour Walking Fitness

Wednesdays, 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m., $25/Monthly, $8 drop-in

Save the Date - Special Events Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Sunday, September 14, 2019, 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m.

Turkey Bowl Saturday, November 23, 2019

Join us the 2nd Saturday of September for Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration, 2nd Saturday on the Square and Lancaster Market.

The Lancaster Community is invited to strut and bowl for a free turkey, participate in program demonstrations, dancing and more as the Thanksgiving holiday approaches.

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Fall Festival and “BOO-Vie Night�

Thursday, October 31, 2019 Lancaster Community will enjoy a motion picture and participate in games, pumpkin decorating, face painting, arts and crafts, inflatables, costume contest, refreshments and candy.

Thanksgiving Break Camp November 22-27, 2019 School will be closed, but the Shining STAR program will be open. Participants will swim, play sports and engage in various activities.

Register in advance at the Lancaster Recreation Center. Children must be signed in no later than 9:00 a.m. and picked up no later than 6:00 p.m.

Christmas Festival and Parade

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Saturday, December 14, 2019 Check the Fall Issue of the Lancaster Connection (available the beginning of October) for additional Information.

Save the Date - Special Events Winter Break Camp

Spring Break Camp

December 23, 2019-January 3, 2020

March 16-20, 2020

School will be closed, but the Shining Star program will be open. Participants will swim, play sports and engage in various activities. Register in advance at the Lancaster Recreation Center.

Children must be signed in no later than 9:00 a.m. and picked up no later than 6:00 p.m.

School will be closed, but the Shining STAR program will be open. Participants will swim, play sports and engage in various activities. Register in advance at the Lancaster Recreation Center.

Children must be signed in no later than 9:00 a.m. and picked up no later than 6:00 p.m.

Educator Appreciation Breakfast

Monday-Friday $55 for Shining STAR Participants /$65 Non-Shining STAR Participants

Monday, January 6, 2020 Join us as we share our sincere appreciation for the wonderful LISD Educators. The breakfast will take place at the Lancaster Recreation Center Grand Hall Ballroom from 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

Easter Egg Hunt & Fun Run Saturday, April 4, 2020

Parent/Child Valentine Dance Friday, February 14, 2020 Join us as we celebrate Valentine’s Day with our annual Parent/Child Valentine Dance. There will be refreshments, games, music and fun. The dance will be held at the Lancaster Recreation Center from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Please register in advance.

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You do not want to miss the Annual Easter Egg Hunt & Fun Run from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. featuring games with fun prizes, bounce houses and slides, music, food, vendors and lots of fun!

Egg hunts for children ages 10 and under will begin at 10:00 a.m. Prizes will be awarded for several categories. This entire event is free to the public.

Senior Life Center Facility Information

Features and Amenities

The Lancaster Senior Life Center is a full-service activity center open to 240 Veterans Memorial Parkway adults 50 years and better, and includes several features: Lancaster, TX 75134 • Banquet and dining hall with full catering kitchen, with full size 972-218-3780 stage.

• Nintendo Wii consoles for fun, fitness and entertainment.

Hours of Operation • Classroom for computer education and training.

Monday-Friday • Fitness room with a variety of fitness equipment.

9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

• Arts and crafts rooms for sewing, knitting, crochet, quilting, and Accepted Forms of Payment: creative card making.

Cash, Money Order, No checks • Bid Whiz, Spades, Chess, Chicken Foot, Dominoes.

• Reading lounge with large selection of books.

Annual Membership Fee • Well-stocked game room with billiards, poker tables and shuffle Resident $3 board.

Non-Resident $5 • Dallas County and other educational and informative presentations from community liaisons, organizations and public entities.

Life Center Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Annual Membership Fee: $3/Resident, $5/Non Resident

Coffee, Conversation, and Coloring for Senior Adults (Including Words, Numbers, and Puzzles)

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Who doesn’t love to color? Especially outside of the lines! Join senior adults for competitive coloring contests and prizes. Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Congregate Meal Program This daily lunch program ensures a nutritious meal for senior participants who are ages 60 years of age and better. 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 Congregate Meal Program. RSVP is highly encouraged. This program is sponsored in part by the Dallas County, Dallas Area Agency on Aging (DAAA) and the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS). Senior adults, who are not members of the Senior Life Center, ages 50-59, can purchase the nutritious meal for an additional fee. Monday-Friday, 12:00 p.m. until all participants have been served.

For Senior Citizen’s over the age of 62 discounts are available for water and sewer. The discount on water is $2.24 and $2.06 for sewer.

Don’t miss out! Stop by the Utility Billing counter at 211 N. Henry Street to sign up for your Senior Discount!

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Senior Adult Classes, Programs and Activities

Creative Card Making

Men’s Power Hour

Learn to create unique, fun and personalized greeting cards. All supplies are provided. $1.00 per card.

Senior Men Only! This is a powerful hour of empowerment. Come fellowship with others to discuss topics 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. Lively and spirited discussions are held, related to the male population of Older Americans regarding maturity, love, companionship, relationships, parenting, politics, etc. Empower your mind through conversations with men of all ages, races and nationalities.

Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.-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.

Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Groom and Glamour Lounge

Nutrition Education Session

Groom and Glamour Days are back! Senior adults (men and women), you owe it to yourself to be pampered.

A comprehensive and effective presentation Must sign up early at the Senior Life Center. Seating is that is designed to provide you with valuable limited. information, tools and resources to make better healthy food choices. One Nutrition Education First and third Wednesday of each month, 12:45 a.m.Session is required annually for Congregate Meal 2:00 p.m.

Program participants.

Knitting and Crochet

Second Monday of each month, 9:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

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).

Ping Pong or Table Tennis improves your eye and hand coordination, and your mental Lifetime of Legacies alertness and acuity. A new recreational Every day in essence is our birthday, but we designate program and activity designed with you in one day each month to celebrate the lifetime and legacies mind. An alternative way to burn calories. of our senior adults with recognition, cupcakes, ice cream and fun. It is what we do best. “Adding Living to Fridays, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

Life!”

First Thursday of each month, 11:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

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Ping Pong

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

PuzzleRama

Senior Adult Classes, Programs and Activities Sewing/Quilting

Bring your own materials and enjoy conversation, assistance with technique, and the company of fellow craftsmen.

A quilting horse and sewing machine is provided. Senior adults regularly create items to be donated to area hospitals and care facilities.

Mondays, 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

Reading is FUN

Walking Club

Reading involves 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.

We hold the hearts of our senior members in the palm of our hands. Get healthy and fit through walking and low impact exercise. Participants meet at the Senior Life Center and are transported to the Lancaster Recreation Center.

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PuzzleRama is a wonderful way to exercise your ingenuity and your wealth of knowledge, as only seniors know.

We have a variety of puzzles to increase your “inductive reasoning aptitude” and discover logic in the palm of your hands. PuzzleRama exercises the mind, body and soul, by challenging you to pick up the pieces and solve the problem.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

Senior Adult Special Events Carter Eye Center The Community Outreach Vision Van Team will visit the Lancaster Senior Life Center on Monday, August 26th, 2019. Carter Eye Center will provide free vision and cataract screenings.

Monday, August 26th 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Benefits Counseling, Dallas Area Agency on Aging and the Community Council This confidential service and individualized counseling is available to senior adults, 60 years of age and better, at no cost. Caregivers of Dallas County residents, who are 60 years of age and better, are encouraged to attend. A Benefit Specialist will be on site to answer any and all questions you have regarding Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, Veteran’s Benefits and Supplemental Security Income.

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Senior Adult Special Events Pool Tournament

Veterans Day Program

Pick on someone your own age! Come and play in this fun and competitive event with some of the best, most knowledgeable senior shooters around. Have fun and form new friendships with people who share your love of the game. Learn, compete, and have a great time.

Friday, November 8, 2019 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Black History Program Tuesday, February 4, 2020 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Thursday, September 12, 2019 10:30 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Halloween Movie Marathon The Senior Life Center will ensure that all seniors enjoy a Halloween movie marathon; we’re skipping the modern horror movie and focusing on fun and thrilling classics like Young Frankenstein, Ghost, and the Adams Family. For some extra excitement there will be trivia breaks between each movie. Snacks will be provided!

Valentine’s Day Social

Wednesday, October 30, 2019 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Thursday, February 6, 2020 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Thanksgiving Luncheon Thursday, November 14`, 2019 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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Library Programs Children

Family Story Times: Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m.

and Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. for all ages – stories, songs, and a take-home craft project. The first Wednesday of each month is bilingual story time, in Spanish and English.

Toddler Time Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. for ages

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0-4 years – stories, songs, activities and fun!

Lego Lab Let your imagination run wild! Come to the Lego Lab at the Lancaster Veterans Memorial

Library to hear, see, make, and create different stories with Legos. Open to ages 5 and up on first Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. and last Saturdays at 3:00 p.m.

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Library Programs Teens Teen Night for ages 11-18 meets the first and third Thursdays of each month from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. for movies, games, crafts, anime and fun!

All Ages Family Movie Night Enjoy a family-

friendly movie and refreshments on the second Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m.

Writing Group Calling all writers! Are you interested in

creating fiction, nonfiction, poetry, children’s books, or comics?

Come connect with other writers, discuss writing, and get feedback on your work at this informal writing group. All aspiring writers are welcome!

Library Card Sign-Up Month (September) Libraries nationwide join together to remind parents, caregivers and students that signing up for a library card is the first step towards academic achievement and lifelong learning.

Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15- October 15) Paying tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society.

Family Craft Night Make a take-home Banned Books Week (September 22-28, 2019) is an annual

International Games Week (November 3-9,

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2019) An initiative run by volunteers from around the world to reconnect communities through their libraries around the educational, recreational, and social value of all types of games.

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craft as a family. All supplies are provided event celebrating the freedom to read. Typically held during on the last Thursday of the month at 6:30 the last week of September, it spotlights current and historical p.m. attempts to censor books in libraries and schools.

Library Programs Adults

Computer Classes for Adults Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

Beginning level classes for keyboarding, searching the Internet, using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint are held on a rotating basis.

Book-a-Librarian Sessions are available by appointment at least 72 hours in advance. Are you unable to make it to a computer class?

Schedule your own private session! Learn entry level keyboarding, Internet Searching and entry level Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Genealogy Program Country View Golf Club

Genealogical Research Assistance

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Available on Monday nights (except third Mondays) from 6:00 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

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Save the Date!

Annual Turkey Bowl Lancaster Recreation Center 1700 Veterans Memorial Pkwy Lancaster, TX 75134 972-218-3700 www.lancaster-tx.com

Annual Christmas Parade and Festival

Saturday, December 14, 2019