LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION
JULY | AUGUST | SEPTEMBER 2022
WWW.LAPORTETX.GOV
CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS AND RECREATION MISSION Your Parks & Recreation Department is dedicated to the provision and management of superior parks and recreational facilities, innovative programs, and services which will provide our customers with pleasure and enrichment.
Sports Recreation Seniors S.P.O.R.T. Fitness Aquatics Events Facilities Trails Parks
Timothy Miller Parks & Recreation Director
Scott Bradley Parks Superintendent
Lindsay French Recreation Superintendent
Deborah Kuykendall
Liz Russell Department Coordinator
Kayla Baez Marketing & Special Events Coordinator
Special Services Superintendent
Fitness Center & Activity Information: 281-470-7275 Senior Services Information: 281-470-9897 Special Services Information: 281-470-1579 E-mail: parksandrec@laportetx.gov
RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER
1322 S Broadway La Porte, TX 77571 Website: laportetx.gov/ParksandRec Activity Registration: laportetx.gov/register
SPECIAL PROGRAMS CENTER
1302 S Broadway La Porte, TX 77571 2
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Take your doggo to Independence Day Double Dip Day @ Have a picnic @ Little Cedar Bayou Fireworks @ Sylvan Northwest Pool Pecan Park Dog Park Beach Park (Free ice cream while supplies last!)
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Hit the links @ Bay Free Admission All Forest Golf Course Day @ Northwest Pool
Visit the Historic Colored Schoolhouse
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Enjoy the sunrise @ Seabreeze Park
Free Admission All Day @ San Jacinto Pool
Double Dip Day @ Wave Pool (Free ice cream while supplies last!)
Have a picnic @ Woodfalls Park
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Splash around @ #SelfieSaturday Fairmont Park Take a selfie at your Splash Pad favorite park!
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Pop Up Park! Visit the San Jacinto #SelfieSaturday Seabreeze Park Monument Take a selfie at your 9 AM - 11 AM favorite pool!
Double Dip Day @ Play Basketball @ Splash around @ San Jacinto Pool Charles Walker Dr. MLK Jr. Park (Free ice cream Community Center Splash Pad while supplies last!) Pavilion
Visit the Historic Play Sand Volleyball Double Dip Day @ Bike, Run, or Walk on Fairmont Pool the LP Hike & Bike Train Depot @ Little Cedar Bayou Wave Pool (Free ice cream Trail while supplies last!)
SATURDAY
Pop Up Park! Fairmont Park 9 AM - 11 AM
Take your doggo to #SelfieSaturday Fairmont Dog Park Take a selfie with your pup at a dog park! Enjoy a picnic @ Seabreeze Park
#SelfieSaturday Take a selfie on a trail!
Have a workout @ Go Fishing @ #SelfieSaturday Fairmont Park Sylvan Beach Pier Take a selfie at the Recreation & Fitness Center!
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Youth Bask r et me b m
CAMP $35
Ages 7 - 12
registration fee includes camp shirt/jersey and experienced coaching!
4-day camp Registration open June 1 - July 27
Week 1
25 - 28 July
Week 2
1-4 August*
MONDAY-THURSDAY 9 AM - 12 PM
AT THE LP RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER *Week 2 is a repeat of Week 1*
H T U O Y ' S L FALL GIR L L A B Y E L L VO LEAGUE VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED!
Season runs October 1 November 12
Registration open for 4th - 8th grade girls July 1 - August 31. $50 per player with jersey included! Practices begin the week of September 12. One practice per week with games on Saturdays. PRACTICES & GAMES HELD AT LP RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER
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Youth Winter Basketball League Registration is open September 1 - November 7 $55/PLAYER WITH GAME JERSEY INCLUDED!
VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED!
FOR AGES K - 7TH GRADE (COED) PRACTICES BEGIN THE WEEK OF DEC. 5 SEASON GAMES RUN JAN. 14 - MAR. 4
TRYOUT & COACHES’ DRAFT PROCESS FOR 2ND GRADE AND UP WILL BE USED TO FORM TEAMS. TRYOUTS & COACHES’ DRAFT WILL BE HELD DURING THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 14 – 17. TRYOUT SCHEDULE WILL BE EMAILED TO ALL PARTICIPANTS AND POSTED ONLINE AT LAPORTETX.GOV/YOUTHBASKETBALL. HARD REGISTRATION DEADLINE OF NOV. 7 WITH NO LATE REGISTRATION.
CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION REGISTER ONLINE AT LAPORTETX.GOV/REGISTER OR BY VISITING THE LA PORTE RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER
S M T A R R A T T S SOCCER
Parent participation is REQUIRED. Please wear proper attire & shoes!
$15 per participant
INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM FOR AGES 3 - 5
Registration open July 1 August 24 Instructor led
Classes run August 31 October 5
Classes are Wednesdays from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Focus on fundamentals through fun games & drills
Jennie Riley Community Center 322 N 4th Street MAXIMUM 10 PARTICIPANTS
FOCUSES ON THE FUNDAMENTALS OF BASEBALL/SOFTBALL USING FUN DRILLS & GAMES!
INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM FOR AGES 3 - 5
Max of 10 participants
INSTRUCTOR LED
Start Smart Baseball
$15 PER PARTICIPANT
REGISTRATION OPEN SEPTEMBER 1 - OCTOBER 5 PARENT PARTICIPATION IS REQUIRED DURING EACH CLASS! PLEASE WEAR COMFORTABLE ATTIRE & SHOES.
CLASSES RUN OCTOBER 12 - NOVEMBER 16
JENNIE RILEY COMMUNITY CENTER 322 N 4TH STREET CLASSES HELD EACH WEDNESDAY FROM 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION REGISTER ONLINE AT LAPORTETX.GOV/REGISTER OR BY VISITING THE LA PORTE RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER
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Kid's Night Out Every 2nd Friday starting September 9
5 PM - 10 PM Special Programs Center
Join us for Kid’s Night Out where your kids enjoy an evening of fun filled with crafts, games, pizza, and more!
K - 6th | $15 per child
Too Cool for S'cool Join us for a one-day camp on select Student holidays. Campers will participate in a variety of activities.
October 7 & 10 November 8
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7:30 AM 5:30 PM
Registration opens August 1! $20 Per day Space is LIMITED! Location: Evelyn Kennedy Center 618 San Jacinto Street
CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION REGISTER ONLINE AT LAPORTETX.GOV/REGISTER OR BY VISITING THE LA PORTE RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER
The Senior Services Center provides year-round recreational, fitness, and educational opportunities to adults 55 years of age and older with a membership. Our purpose is to encourage independence and community involvement and enhance the quality of life for the senior population.
JULY
All American
01 Afternoon Movie & Snacks 12 JOIN US FOR A DAY OF FUN AT THE PARK!
10 AM-1 PM at Seabreeze Park|Families Welcome! Registration Deadline June 20
JULY
BRING YOUR FAMILY & LET'S WATCH A MOVIE! 1 PM at the Norman L. Malone Senior Center Registration Deadline June 11
Red Hat Society Outings
JULY
A TIME FOR OUR SENIOR WOMEN TO GATHER AND ENJOY EACH OTHER'S AUG COMPANY IN NEW PLACES!
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Registration Deadline: 1 week before class!
Seni r Breakfast
RISE & SHINE FOR BREAKFAST!
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9:00 AM
Families Welcome! Advance Tickets $3 Tickets at Door $4 Registration Deadline: The Friday before breakfast!
COOK UP YOUR BEST DISH AND BRING IT TO SHARE!
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SEPT
10:30 AM
Families Welcome! Registration Deadline: 1 week in advance!
Cooking JULY
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LEARN TO COOK WITH DEB!
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10:30AM Norman L. Malone Senior Center Registration Deadline: Monday before class!
Water Aerobics
SENIOR WATER AEROBICS CLASS EVERY TUESDAY& THURSDAY! Sign up at 9AM on
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at the Norman L. Malone Senior Center
COOK UP YOUR BEST SOUP RECIPE AND BRING TO THE SENIOR CENTER FOR JUDGING! orman L. Malone SEP N Senior Center
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Registration Deadline: September 23
CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION CONTACT THE NORMAN L. MALONE SENIOR CENTER FOR FOR INFORMATION ON PROGRAMS AT 281-470-9897
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The Special Programs Center is located at 1302 S. Broadway, La Porte, TX 77571. This is a year-round program offering day camps in the summer and after-school/work programs throughout the year. We also offer an adult day program for independently functioning adults. The main objective of the S.P.O.R.T. (Special Populations Organized Recreation Therapy) program is to provide recreational activities, enhance fine and gross motor skills, and create lasting friendships in a safe and structured environment for those with mental or physical disabilities. For more information call (281) 470-1579.
CAMP CREATIVITY
East Regional Softball & Bocce Tournament
JULY 25 - JULY 29 | SPECIAL PROGRAMS CENTER
Ages MonFri 5-12
9 AM 3 PM
THIS CAMP IS DESIGNED FOR THE ELEMENTARY AGED PARTICIPANT WHO IS AUTISTIC OR HAS A COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT. THIS CAMP IS FOR THE CHILD WHO IS IN A LIFE SKILLS SETTING OR INCLUSION CLASSES DURING SCHOOL.ACTIVITIES WILL INCLUDE ARTS AND CRAFTS, SWIMMING, SPORTS, GAMES AND LIFE SKILLS ACTIVITIES.
CHEER ON YOUR LOCAL S.P.O.R.T. ATHLETES AS THEY COMPETE IN THEIR REGIONAL SOFTBALL AND BOCCE TOURNAMENT! Shadow Creek Sports Complex Pearland, Texas Saturday, September 17, 2022 8 AM - 5 PM
$60 PER CAMPER
Registration deadline 6 AM July 18
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THIS CAMP IS DESIGNED FOR THE TEEN OR ADULT AGED PARTICIPANT WITH A MENTAL OR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT. THE PARTICIPANT SHOULD BE ABLE TO FUNCTION INDEPENDENTLY IN A GROUP SETTING WITH MINIMAL INSTRUCTIONS. ACTIVITIES WILL INCLUDE ARTS AND CRAFTS, SWIMMING, SPORTS, GAMES, AND LIFE SKILLS ACTIVITIES.
AUGUST 1-5 M-F REGISTRATION DEADLINE 6 AM, JULY 25
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CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION CONTACT THE SPECIAL PROGRAMS CENTER FOR FOR INFORMATION ON PROGRAMS AT 281-470-1579
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
5:15 AM9:00 PM
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8:00 AM5:00 PM
11:00 AM5:00 PM
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
8:15 AM
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Strength 8:30 AM
Dance MIXX/HIIT 8:30 AM
Low Impact 8:30 AM
Strength 8:30 AM
Dance MIXX 5:30 PM
Strength 5:30 PM
Dance MIXX/HIIT 5:30 PM
Low Impact 5:30 PM
Strength 5:30 PM
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics
5:30 PM
5:30 PM
5:30 PM
Kickboxing 6:40 PM
Step N Stretch 6:40 PM
Ampd Burn Barre 6:40 PM
Ampd Strength 6:40 PM
Dance MIXX/HIIT 8:30 AM
Class Choice 6:40 PM
Recreation & Fitness Center The La Porte Recreation and Fitness Center provides numerous opportunities for youth and adults to pursue their recreation interest. Activities available include fitness classes, exercise equipment, an indoor lap pool, and a gymnasium. Programs include aerobics, youth sports, pickle ball, and others. Interested in a Recreation & Fitness Center membership? We offer individual, family, and senior memberships. Scan the QR code for fees and policies!
Water Aerobics
$35 Members | $40 Non-members | $7 Walk-In Register at the Recreation & Fitness center Class fees vary Visit Jazzercise.com to register Classes are $20 monthly or $10 drop-in Bundle packages are available Register online at fitPACstudios.com Use code FREEfit10 at checkout for a free class!
Pick-up Pickleball & Volleyball Reserve a court for pickup volleyball or pickleball on Tue/Thu. Nets and equipment will be available with a reservation and membership or guest pass. Reserve a court by calling the Fitness Center 24 hours or more in advance.
CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION CONTACT THE RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER FOR INFORMATION AT 281-470-7275
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BROOKGLEN SPLASH PARK
3324 Somerton Hours: 7:00AM - 10:00PM
FAIRMONT PARK SPLASH PARK 10216 Hillridge Road Hours: 7:00AM - 10:00PM
DR. MLK, JR. SPLASH PARK
401 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Dr. Hours: 7:00AM - 10:00PM
SPLASH PARKS ARE OPEN UNTIL OCT 31!
NEIGHBORHOOD POOLS
WAVE POOL
Monday - Sunday 12:00PM - 7:00PM
Starting Aug 14, open weekends only until Sep 05 600 Little Cedar Bayou Street
$1 $1
Open through Aug 14
SAN JACINTO POOL 504 East G Street NORTHWEST POOL 10210 North P Street
FREE 10216 Hillridge Road FAIRMONT POOL
Pools may be rented in person at the Recreation & Fitness Center.
Monday - Thursday 11:00AM - 7:00PM Friday - Sunday 11:00AM - 6:00PM
$3 $5 $1 FREE
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Residents Non-Residents Senior Citizens Under 2 years
CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION CONTACT THE RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER FOR INFORMATION AT 281-470-7275
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JULY 4 SYLVAN BEACH 9:15PM
CITY UNIVERSITY
DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE INNER WORKINGS OF YOUR CITY! Visit 10 City of La Porte departments with informative presentations and light dinner included! For La Porte residents only, ages 18 & up. Classes will meet every Thursday from 6pm–8pm. Semester runs from September 8–November 10, with a brief graduation ceremony at the November 14th City Council Meeting. Free registration open July 1 – August 31. Register at laportetx.gov/register. 11
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July is Parks and Recreation Month & we want you to celebrate with us!
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Gaga Ball, Popcorn, Sidewalk Chalk, Bubbles, Giveaways, & More!
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FACILITIES. BY THE BAY.
BROOKGLEN COMMUNITY CENTER Open to the community! Amenities include WiFi, Pool Table, Video Games, Board Games, & Books. 3324 Somerton, La Porte TX 77571 281-478-6082 School Year Hours: Mon - Fri, 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM Summer Hours: Mon - Fri, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
CHARLES WALKER COMMUNITY CENTER Open to the community! Amenities include Computers, WiFi, Pool Tables, Ping Pong Table, Foosball Table, Video Games, Board Games, & Air Hockey Table. 322 North 4th Street, La Porte, TX 77571 281-470-7545 Open Monday - Friday, 10:00AM - 6:00PM
LA PORTE BAY AREA HERITAGE SOCIETY DEPOT MUSEUM
LA PORTE HISTORICAL COLORED SCHOOL
604 Park Street, La Porte, Texas 77571 Saturdays and Sundays | 11:00AM – 4:00PM
401 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Dr, La Porte, TX 77571 Saturdays and Sundays | 10:00AM – 4:00PM
In 1978, the Old La Porte Depot was relocated back to its original location and restored to serve as a museum for the City of La Porte, Texas, and surrounding areas. The La Porte Bay Area Heritage Society Depot Museum, Caboose, and La Porte's first library are located in Heritage Park. . Admission is free.
This historic one-room schoolhouse held daily classes for African-American children in La Porte from 19091943. Through the combined efforts of the La Porte Community Civic Club and the City of La Porte, the building has been completely rebuilt as a museum and historical site.
THE LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MANAGES MULTIPLE FACILITES FOR RENTALS!
Reserve by visiting the La Porte Recreation & Fitness Center. EVELYN KENNEDY CIVIC CENTER
BROOKGLEN COMMUNITY CENTER
JENNIE RILEY COMMUNITY CENTER
618 San Jacinto Street Rental dates: Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Friday - Sunday 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
3324 Somerton Rental dates: Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM- 10:00 PM Friday - Sunday 8:00 AM- 12:00 AM
322 North 4th Street Rental dates: Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Friday - Sunday 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Max occupancy: 200 Max seating: 150
Max occupancy: 50 people Max seating: 50 people
Max occupancy: 150 people Max seating: 125 people
Facility Center rentals rates are $25 per hour with a 2 hour minimum and a $200 deposit.
LOMAX RODEO ARENA
Monday - Thursday | 8am-11pm • $150/day, $200 deposit Friday & Saturday | 8am-12am • $200/day, $200 deposit Sunday | 8am-11pm • $200/day, $200 deposit Electrical box • $20 per box per night Max occupancy: 80 people Max seating: 50 people
FIELD RENTAL I$10/hr N F(with Olights)
$7.50/hr (without lights)
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LOMAX OPEN RIDING Open riding is available during the hours of 7:00 AM and 11:00 PM, with the exceptions of those dates and times that the arena is leased.
DEOTIS GAY, SR. "NORTHSIDE" BALLFIELD | 322 NORTH 4TH ST SUNDAY-THURSDAY I 8:00AM-11:00PM; FRIDAY & SATURDAY I 8:00AM-12:00AM FARRINGTON BALLFIELDS | 3540 FARRINGTON MONDAY-THURSDAY I 8:00AM-11:00PM LCB SOCCER FIELDS | 600 LITTLE CEDAR BAYOU DRIVE SUNDAY-THURSDAY I 8:00AM-11:00PM, FRIDAY & SATURDAY I 8:00AM-12:00AM
CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION CONTACT THE RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER FOR INFORMATION AT 281-470-7275
The main artery of the trail system winds its way parallel to Fairmont Parkway from Pasadena all the way to the bay. The paved path is ideal for cyclists looking for a long weekend ride. At the eastern end of the trail is Little Cedar Bayou Park, where runners can take a rest beneath the shady trees, while watching their furry little training partner play at the dog park. From the Little Cedar Bayou Dog Park, the trail splits into two separate personalities: one, continues along the paved wellmanicured path, or two, step off-road for a little rugged retreat. Option two leads hikers down a dirt trail away from the park as it twists beside the bayou toward the open bay. The densely wooded surroundings swallow up the sounds of the city, and with every step further down the trail, stress, and deadlines dissolve into distant memories.
TRAILS. BY THE BAY.
The City of La Porte provides the perfect opportunity for adventures with more than thirteen miles of trails for walking, cycling, running, hiking, or simply relaxing.
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PARKS. by the bay. PARKS & AMENITIES
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