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FLICKS AT FIVE POINTS! EVERY FRIDAY FROM MAY 27 - AUGUST 19!

LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION

FUN By TIMES the Bay. POOLS OPEN MAY 30TH! RENTAL INFORMATION PG. 12

SUMMER CAMPS YOUTH CAMPS

APR - JUN 2016

FIELD TRIPS FOR SENIORS!

SPECIAL OLYMPICS SHRIMP BOIL SUNSET SIP & STROLL

DANCE CAMP

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL

AIRING OF THE QUILTS

OPEN RIDING AT LOMAX RODEO ARENA NEW RULES!

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS

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WHERE TO LOOK ATHLETICS & SPORTS

03 YOUTH SPORTS 05 ADULT SPORTS CAMPS & CLASSES

06 YOUTH SUMMER CAMPS

07 FITNESS CENTER CLASSES SPECIAL EVENTS

FLICKS AT FIVE POINTS LINE-UP

08 SUNSET SIP & STROLL

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY. UNDER THE STARS!

08 AIRING OF THE QUILTS

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS // EVERY FRIDAY STARTING JUNE 3RD

POOL INFO

08 FLICKS AT FIVE POINTS

POOLS OPEN MAY 30 2016!

08 FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS

SPLASH PARKS

SENIOR SERVICES

OPEN FOR THE SEASON ON MARCH 12TH!

09 MEAL INFORMATION 09 CLASSES & REGULAR ACTIVITIES 09 FIELD TRIP INFORMATION 09 MONTHLY MOVIES Populations S.P.O.R.T. Special Organized Recreation Therapy

06 SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION 10 SPECIAL OLYMPICS 10 SPECIAL EVENTS

PARK & FACILITY INFO.

11 POOL & SPLASH PARK INFORMATION 12 FACILITY RENTAL INFORMATION 14 RECREATION CENTER INFORMATION 15 PARK INFORMATION

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FIND THE PERFECT CAMP FOR YOUR CHILD HERE!

SENIOR FIELD TRIP YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS!

WHO TO CALL:

Rental Information • General Inquiries: 281-470-7275 Fitness Center • Activity Information: 281-470-9891 Senior Services Information • Homebound • Meals on Wheels: 281-470-9897 Special Program Information • 281-470-5156 E-mail: parksandrec@laportetx.gov

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BE ACTIVE. BE HEALTHY.

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL Youth sports provide children with physical exercise

START SMART TENNIS Start Smart teaches children the basic

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interpersonal development, teamwork experience, and much more! Practices will be held once a week with one game each Saturday for six weeks. All participants will play within the recreational league in one of the following divisions: 12U, 10U, and 8U. The league will abide by Texas Amateur Athletic Federation Youth Volleyball Rules. Practice dates and times will be chosen by volunteer coaches after registration. Games will be held on Saturdays beginning July 11th. Uniforms will be provided.

WHERE: Recreation Fitness Center DATE: Saturdays, July 16 - August 20 TIME: Games begin at 9am AGES: 7-12 years FEE: $40 per participant REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 27 @ 5pm

motor skills necessary to play organized tennis while they work one-on-one and spend quality time with their parents. The program focuses on teaching children and their parents' skills in ball handling, hitting, hand-eye contact and running/agility without the threat of competition or fear of getting hurt!

WHERE: Jennie Riley Community Center DATE: Wednesdays, May 11 - June 15 TIME: 5:30pm - 6:30pm AGES: 3-5 years FEE: $15 per participant REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 2 @ 5pm

START SMART GOLF Start Smart Golf is a developmentally

appropriate introductory golf program for children 3-5 years old. Start Smart prepares children and their parents for beginner golf.

Age appropriate equipment from Franklin Sports and Hasbro.

WHERE: Jennie Riley Community Center DATE: Wednesdays, June 22 - July 27 TIME: 5:30pm - 6:30pm AGES: 3-5 years FEE: $15 per participant REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 6 @ 5pm

BATTLEGROUND WRESTLING Join us for Freestyle Greco Wrestling this /

spring! Kids will wrestle their own age, weight and ability. The practice format is live wrestling. Come check us out!

WHERE: Evelyn Kennedy Recreation Center DATE: Tuesdays & Thursdays; begins March 8 TIME: 6pm - 8:30pm AGES: 8+ years FEE: $100 Registration + $150 Uniform REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Ongoing

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YOUNG ATHLETES' YOUTH SPORTS CLINIC TRACK & FIELD Learn fundamentals techniques and skill relating Come join us this season as we compete at local ,

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to the sport of the week. Classes start as introductions but can quickly advance based on participants' skills.

WHERE: S.P.O.R.T. DATE: Weekdays, June 6 - June 16 | Volleyball Weekdays, June 20 - June 30 | Soccer Weekdays, July 11 - July 21 | Basketball TIME: 3:30pm - 4:25pm | Ages 6-9 4:30pm - 5:25pm | Ages 9-12 AGES: 6-12 years FEE: $25 per participant, per session REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday prior @ 5pm

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regional and state level track and field events.

Transportation to local meets, t-shirts and coaching will be provided. Meets are Tuesdays and Thursdays with practices on Mondays and Wednesdays. Please pick up a parent handbook with a detailed schedule of practices and events June 2nd at the Recreation and Fitness Center. This program will follow Texas Amateur Athletic Federation rules.

Jerseys will be available June 10th at the Recreation and Fitness Center.

WHERE: La Porte High School Track DATE: Monday - Thursday, June 6 - July 7 TIME: Practice times vary, schedules and parent packets will be provided prior to start date.

AGES: 6-18 years FEE: $40 per participant REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 16 @ 5pm LATE REGISTRATION: May 30 @ 5pm ($15 late fee)

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KARATE Sign your kids up for Karate instruction sponsored

by American Society of Karate. For more information, contact Bill Gray at 281-482-3004 WHERE: Evelyn Kennedy Recreation Center DATE: Mondays | April 4 - May 23 | June 6 - August 8 TIME: 5:30pm - 9:30pm AGES: 5+ years FEE: $50 Registration + $30 Uniform REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Ongoing

BALLET Students are taught proper placement body ,

BEGINNER'S BALLET & JAZZ These classes teach children the beginning fundamentals of ballet and jazz Ballet includes barre .

work, across the floor, and center technique. Jazz includes introductory skills, stretching, and technique. Each student is required to wear proper attire; a leotard of any color, tights (pink, black, or tan), pink ballet shoes, and a skirt is optional.

TUESDAYS THURSDAYS WHERE: Recreation Fitness Center WHERE: Recreation Fitness Center DATE: April 5 - April 26 DATE: April 7 - April 28 May 3 - May 31 May 5 - May 26 TIME: 9:30am - 10:15am (ages 2-4) TIME: 9:30am - 10:15am (ages 2-4) 4:30pm - 5:15pm (ages 4-6) 4:30pm - 5:15pm (ages 4-6) AGES: 2-6 years AGES: 2-6 years FEE: $25 per participant, per month, per FEE: $25 per participant, per month, per class + $20 one time administration fee class + $20 one time administration fee REGISTRATION DEADLINE: March 28 & REGISTRATION DEADLINE: March 28 & April April 25 @ 5pm 25 @ 5pm Students may register for one or both classes

STROLLER STRIDES & BARRE Mommy and Me fitness classes are offered "

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mornings and evenings in parks around La Porte. Check out the website for schedules and more details! www.laporte.fit4mom.com WHERE: Various Parks (check website) DATE: Monday - Saturday TIME: M.W & S - 9:00am | T.TH - 5:45pm AGES: 18+ FEE: Various (check website) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Ongoing

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alignment, barre and center floor work, along with across the floor combinations. Beginner classes introduce vocabulary, proper alignment, and classical ballet technique. Advanced classes include adagio and allegro work, and combinations using balance, strength, and style. Each student is required to wear proper attire; a leotard of any color, tights (pink, black, or tan), pink ballet shoes, and a skirt is optional.

WHERE: Recreation Fitness Center DATE: Tuesdays, April 5 - April 26 Tuesdays, May 3 - May 31 TIME: 5:15pm - 6:15pm (ages 6-8) 6:15pm - 7:15pm (ages 8-12) 7:15pm - 8:15pm (ages 12-18) AGES: 6-18 years FEE: $25 per participant, per month, per class + $20 one time administration fee REGISTRATION DEADLINE: March 28 & April 25 @ 5pm

JAZZ Jazz classes are fun and energetic They include such .

elements as kicks, leaps, turns, splits, and isolations.

Classes include stretch and strengthening exercises, floor work, and across the floor progressions in addition to center floor combinations. Each student is required to wear proper attire; a leotard or a tight fitting jazz shirt, jazz pants, and black jazz shoes.

WHERE: Recreation Fitness Center DATE: Thursdays, April 7 - April 28 Thursdays, May 5 - May 26 TIME: 5:15pm - 6:15pm (ages 6-8) 6:15pm - 7:15pm (ages 8-12) 7:15pm - 8:15pm (ages 12-18) AGES: 6-18 years FEE: $25 per participant, per month, per class + $20 one time administration fee REGISTRATION DEADLINE: March 28 & April 25 @ 5pm

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DULT SPORTS . BY THE B A Y .

ADULT 5V5 BASKETBALL Join us for a 10 week league in our newly

remodeled gym at the Recreation Fitness Center. NO GAMES ON 7/7/16 WHERE: Recreation Fitness Center DATE: Thursdays, May 26 - August 4 TIME: Games will begin at 7pm AGES: 16+ FEE: $35 registration fee + $15 per game, per team REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 9 @ 5pm

PICKUP VOLLEYBALL Reserve a court for pickup volleyball Nets

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and equipment will be available with a reservation and membership / guest pass.

WHERE: Recreation Fitness Center DATE: Sunday - Saturday, year round TIME: during Fitness Center business hours AGES: ALL FEE: Membership / guest pass fee REGISTRATION DEADLINE: N/A

EASY AVOCADO EGG SALAD CUP

The avocado is a nutrition knockout. It’s packed full of healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins. It makes an excellent addition to just about any meal, and it’s the perfect way to round out snacks so they’re extra satisfying. Enjoy!

Ingredients 1/2 small avocado 1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 sprig dill, chopped 1/2 teaspoon plain fat-free Greek yogurt 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

ULTIMATE FRISBEE Join us for a 10 week league of self reffed -

games followed by a single elimination play-off tournament WHERE: Little Cedar Bayou Park Soccer Field DATE: Tuesdays, May 24 - August 2 TIME: Games will begin at 8pm AGES: 12+ FEE: FREE REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 9 @ 5pm

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PICKUP PICKLEBALL Join us for pickup Pickleball Nets and .

equipment will be available with a reservation and membership / guest pass.

WHERE: Recreation Fitness Center DATE: Sunday - Saturday, year round TIME: during Fitness Center business hours AGES: ALL FEE: Membership / guest pass fee REGISTRATION DEADLINE: N/A

1. In a small bowl, stir together half of the salt, dill, yogurt and lemon juice.

2. Scoop half of the avocado into a bowl, toss with chopped egg and yogurt mixture.

Sprinkle remaining salt over the avocado half and fill with avocado-egg salad.

Serves 1 CALORIES 189; FAT 15g (sat 3.2g, mono 9g, poly 2.2g); PROTEIN 8g; CARB 6g; FIBER 5g; SUGARS 0g; CHOL 186mg; IRON 1.3mg; SODIUM 317mg; CALC 39mg

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BALLET & JAZZ SUMMER CAMP The classes teach children the beginning

fundamentals of ballet and jazz. Ballet includes barre work, across the floor and center technique. Jazz includes introductory skills, stretching, and technique.

Each student is required to wear proper attire; a leotard of any color, tights (pink, black, or tan), pink ballet shoes, and a skirt is optional.

WHERE: Recreation & Fitness Center DATE: Monday - Thursday | June 13 - June 16 (ages 2-6) Monday - Friday | June 20 - June 24 (ages 6-10) TIME: 9am - 12pm AGES: 2-10 years FEE: $40 per participant, per camp REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 6 & June 13 by 5pm

CAMP BELIEVE Camp Believe consists of elementary aged

participants between the ages of 5 and 11 with or without a disability. Please bring a sack lunch each day.

WHERE: S.P.O.R.T. Facility DATE: Monday - Friday | June 20 - June 24 TIME: 9am - 3pm AGES: 5-11 years

CAMP REACH Camp Reach consists of preschool aged

participants between the ages of 3 and 5 who have not completed Kindergarten yet. This camp is open to participants with or without a disability.

All participants must be potty trained. Please bring a sack lunch each day.

WHERE: S.P.O.R.T. Facility DATE: Monday - Friday | June 27 - July 1 TIME: 9am - 3pm AGES: 3-5 years

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CAMP KOKOMO Wouldn t it be nice this summer for all day camp experience Kids will have the '

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opportunity to participate in a wide variety of games, events, and field trips that will ensure that your Beach Boys and California Girls will have a summer to remember. A sack lunch, drink, two (2) snacks, and swimwear must be brought each day unless instructed otherwise.

WHERE: Evelyn Kennedy Civic Center GOOD VIBRATIONS LITTLE HONDA June 6 - June 10 July 11 - July 15 DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 7:30am - 5:30pm SURFIN' SAFARI SURFIN' U.S.A. AGES: 6-12 years June 13 - June 17 July 18 - July 22 FEE: $60 per participant, per camp CATCH A WAVE I GET AROUND *$48 per participant due to 4th of July June 20 - June 24 July 25 - July 29 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: The Monday prior to first day of camp PET SOUNDS FUN FUN FUN @ 5pm June 27 - July 1 August 1 - August 5

ALL SUMMER LONG* July 5 - July 8

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THREE LANE LAP POOL • GYMNASIUM • RACQUETBALL COURT WEIGHT & CARDIO ROOM • AEROBICS ROOM FULL SERVICE MEN'S & WOMEN'S LOCKER ROOMS HOURS OF OPERATION: MONDAY - FRIDAY 5:15AM - 9PM // SATURDAY 8AM - 5PM // SUNDAY 11AM - 5PM

WATER AEROBICS This class targets all muscle groups with

minimum impact on the joints and improved heart function, balance and circulation. Water shoes are recommended and exercises are done to music.

WHERE: Recreation Fitness Center DATE: April 18 - May 13 (M,W,F or M,T,Th) May 23 - June 17 (M,W,F or M,T,Th) June 27 - July 22 (M,W,F or M,T,Th) TIME: M,W,F - 7am or 8:15am M,T,Th - 5:30pm AGES: 16+ FEE: $25 / member | $30 / non-members REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Week prior to session start date.

® REFIT Refit combines several elements of fitness ®

into one power-packed hour. While the focus is structured around Cardio Dance movements, toning and flexibility, strength training and stretching are also incorporated into the workout. The workout formula is easy to follow and will both challenge fitness enthusiasts and welcome beginners.

WHERE: Recreation Fitness Center DATE: Tuesdays & Thursdays April 5 - April 28 May 3 - May 31 June 7 - June 30 TIME: 6:30pm - 7:30pm AGES: 16+ FEE: $30 / member | $40 / non-members REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Week prior to session start date.

TIMELESS YOGA We invite you on a journey of personal

growth, using yoga in a non-competitive and non-judgmental way to stretch, strengthen, and exercise the mind and body. Learn to reduce stress and tension through developing your own yoga practice.

WHERE: Recreation Fitness Center DATE: Wednesdays or Thursdays April 6 - May 26 June 8 - July 28 TIME: 5:30pm (Wednesdays) 10:00am (Thursdays) AGES: 16+ FEE: $35 / member | $45 / non-members | $15 / walk-in REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Week prior to session start date.

® JAZZERCISE Jazzercise is a combination of aerobic exercise dance fitness and strengh training that is availalbe for all ,

teens-adults and beginner to advanced fitness levels. For more information visit: http://local.jazzercise.com/la-porte-fitness-center-10993/La-Porte-TX/.

WHERE: S.P.O.R.T. Facility DATE: Monday - Thursday & Saturday TIME: 5:30pm - 6:30pm (Monday - Thursday) & 8:30am (Saturdays) AGES: 13+ Fun Times. By the Bay | 2016 | April - June FEE: Varies

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SPECI A L EVENTS . BY THE B A Y .

SUNSET SIP & STROLL FARMERS MARKET Imagine a night out in a quaint little town where everyone feels like a local Complete with music art wine !

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children's activity, outdoor movie, cooking demo, and a farmers market and you'll find yourself at the Sunset Sip & Stroll Farmers Market in La Porte! Enjoy a glass of wine as you peruse local farmers crops for the month, browse artisans creations and stroll through the eclectic shops on Main Street. Vendors and scheduled events are subject to change with each market - for a current list, please visit www.laportetx.gov/sipandstroll WHERE: Five Points Town Plaza DATE & THEME: April 2 • Hop Into Spring April 16 • Airing of the Quilts May 7 • Balloons and Beyond May 21 • Memorial Day Tribute June 18 • Summer Happy Harvest TIME: 5pm - 8pm FEE: FREE!

AIRING OF THE QUILTS Join us for the second annual Airing of the Quilts display in historic La Porte Texas Visitors will be able to see quilts ,

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on display along Main Street and Five Points Plaza. For more information visit www.laportetx.gov/airingofthequilts WHERE: Five Points Town Plaza & Main Street DATE: Saturday, April 16 TIME: 9am - 4pm FEE: FREE! QUILTER REGISTRATION: April 9

FLICKS AT FIVE POINTS Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and join us downtown every Friday this summer for an outdoor movie at Five Points Town Plaza on our giant inflatable screen! Showings will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.

WHERE: Five Points Town Plaza DATE & MOVIE: May 27 • The Incredibles July 15 • Penguins of Madagascar June 3 • The Sandlot July 22 • Ice Age 4 July 29 • Minions June 10 • Home August 5 • Frozen June 17 • Inside Out June 24 • Emperor's New Groove August 12 • Wreck-It Ralph *August 19 • Surf's Up (@ Wave Pool) July 1 • Finding Nemo July 8 • Lorax TIME: 8:30 PM AGES: ALL FEE: FREE!

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS Get your taste buds ready every Friday for a variety of food trucks at some of our local parks For a list of food truck schedules at each location, visit www.laportetx.gov/foodtruckfridays WHERE: Sylvan Beach Park & Little Cedar Bayou Wave Pool DATE: Every Friday starting June 3rd!

TIME: 11am - 2pm

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SENIORS . BY THE B A Y .

MEALS Lunch is served Monday through Friday at

12 noon for participants 60+ years of age.

Registration is required at least 3 days in advance per our food vendor. Donations are appreciated.

Homebound seniors may request an assessment for qualification for home delivered meals. Meals are delivered Monday - Friday. Donations are appreciated.

REGULAR ACTIVITIES Gym Walking Daily 8 30am 9 15am -

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Bible Study - Tuesdays • 10am Dominoes (42) - 1st & 3rd Tuesday • 12:30pm Bunco - 2nd & 4th Tuesday • 12:30pm Bean Bag Baseball - Wednesdays • 12:30pm Bingo - Thursdays • 11am Nature Walks - 3rd Thursday • 12:30pm Pot Luck Dinner - 2nd Thursday • 5pm Game Night - 3rd Friday • 5pm Bridge Karaoke Red Suspender Group meetings & luncheons Senior Olympics Holiday Parties Picnics Dances/proms

EDUCATIONAL CLASSES A Healthy Heart for Life

Monday, April 11 @ 11am Understanding your Medications Monday, May 9 @ 11am Lower High Blood Pressure for Better Health Monday, June 13 @ 11am

WATER AEROBICS Registration is required for each session .

WHERE: Recreation Fitness Center TIME: M,W,F • 10am - 10:40am // T,TH • 9am - 10am AGES: 55+ years

LINE DANCING WHERE Norman L Malone Senior Center :

HAND CHIMES WHERE Norman L Malone Senior Center :

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TIME: Wednesdays • 11am AGES: 55+ years

MONTHLY FIELD TRIPS

OLD TIME TRADE DAYS - WINNIE, TX This is a well-rounded flea market with antiques and collectibles, arts and crafts, boutique items, including clothing, jewelry, purses, and lots of other surprises.

There are 24 food booths offering a large variety of food.

WHEN: Friday, April 8 TIME: 9am SEAWOLF PARK - GALVESTON, TX Seawolf Park is a memorial to USS Seawolf, a United States Navy Cargo-class submarine mistakenly sunk

by U.S. Navy forces in 1944 during World War II. It is located on Pelican Island, just north of Galveston, Texas, in the United States.

WHEN: Friday, May 20 TIME: 9am BASEMENT TO ATTIC TOUR, BISHOP'S PALACE GALVESTON, TX Admission - $8 per person. Must have at least 20 participants to make the trip.

WHEN: Friday, June 10 TIME: 9am

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TIME: Thursdays • 10:30am AGES: 55+ years

MOVIE & POPCORN Movies are shown on a monthly basis at the Norman L. Malone Senior Center and popcorn will be served!

GRUMPIER OLD MEN John and Max resolve to save their beloved bait shop from turning into an Italian Restaurant, just as its new female owner catches Max's attention.

Monday, April 11 @ 12:30pm CASABLANCA Set in Casablanca, Morocco during the early days of World War II: An American expatriate meets a former lover, with unforeseen complications.

Monday, May 16 @ 12:30pm MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS In the year before the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair, the four Smith daughters learn lessons of life and love, even as they prepare for a reluctant move to New York.

Monday, June 13 @ 12:30pm

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AREA 22 TRACK SPECIAL OLYMPICS COMPETITION BANQUET We will be traveling to League City with This is the end of the year banquet to 15-20 athletes to compete in the Area 22 Special Olympics Track & Field Competition.

WHERE: Clear Springs High School 501 Palomino Ln. League City, TX 77573 DATE: Saturday, May 7 TIME: 8am - 4pm

honor our athletes who competed in Special Olympics during the year. This event is sponsored by City of La Porte and La Porte Independent School District.

WHERE: Special Programs Center DATE: Thursday, May 19 TIME: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

LA PORTE SPECIAL OLYMPICS SHRIMP BOIL Tickets can be purchased in advance from the S.P.O.R.T. Center or the Senior Center.

Tickets will also be available for purchase the day of the event. Each ticket purchased includes 1/2 pound of shrimp, cocktail sauce, coleslaw, crackers, lemonade, and an opportunity to win a door prize! All proceeds directly benefit Special Olympics athletes by furnishing uniforms and equipment, as well as providing travel expenses and registration fees associated with competitions.

WHERE: Norman L. Malone Senior Center DATE: Saturday, April 16 TIME: 11am - 1pm FEE: $12 per ticket

SPECIAL OLYMPICS SUMMER GAMES We will be traveling to University of Texas -

Arlington to compete in the 2016 Summer Games Competition WHERE: Arlington, TX DATE: May 26 - May 29 TIME: 8am - 5pm Summer Game Entries due April 7th

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POOLS . BY THE B A Y .

POOLS OPEN FOR THE SEASON ON MAY 30TH!

WAVE POOL SAN JACINTO NORTHWEST 600 Little Cedar Bayou Drive AMENITIES POOL POOL BBQ Pit 618 San Jacinto Street 10210 North P Street :

Chairs Picnic Areas Inner Tubes Lifeguards Zero-Depth Entrance Men's & Women's Restrooms Volleyball Court Parking Lot *No Concessions

AMENITIES: Chairs Picnic Areas Splash Pad Two Water Slides Lifeguards Zero-Depth Entrance Men's & Women's Restrooms Parking Lot

ADMISSIONS: Residents • $3.00 Non-Residents • $5.00 Seniors (60+) • $1.00 2 years & younger • FREE

ADMISSIONS: $1.00 HOURS: Sunday - Monday • 12pm - 7pm

AMENITIES: Chairs Picnic Areas Two Water Slides Lifeguards Zero-Depth Entrance Men's & Women's Restrooms Parking Lot ADMISSIONS: $1.00

HOURS: Sunday - Monday • 12pm - 7pm

FAIRMONT POOL 10216 Hillridge

AMENITIES: Chairs Picnic Areas Splash Pad Lifeguards Men's & Women's Restrooms Parking Lot ADMISSIONS: FREE HOURS: Sunday - Monday • 12pm - 7pm

HOURS: Pools open May 30th - August 21st // Wave Pool is May 28th - September 5th (Weekends Only up to Labor Day) Monday-Thursday • 11am-7pm Friday-Sunday • 11am-6pm Splash Parks are open from March 12th - October 31st

BROOKGLEN SPLASH PARK 3324 Somerton

DR. MLK, JR. SPLASH PARK 322 North 4th Street

FAIRMONT PARK SPLASH PARK 10216 1 2 Hillridge Road

HOURS: 7am - 10pm

HOURS: 7am - 10pm

HOURS: 7am - 10pm

ADMISSIONS: FREE

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RENT A LS . BY THE B A Y .

LITTLE CEDAR BAYOU SOCCER FIELDS 600 Little Cedar Bayou Drive

Sunday - Thursday • 8am - 11pm Friday & Saturday • 8am - Midnight Rates: $10/hr (with lights) • $7.50/hr (without lights)

FAIRMONT SOCCER FIELD 600 Little Cedar Bayou Drive

Sunday - Thursday • 8am - 11pm Friday & Saturday • 8am - Midnight Rates: $10/hr (with lights) • $7.50/hr (without lights)

EVELYN KENNEDY JENNIE RILEY CIVIC CENTER CIVIC CENTER 322 NORTH 4TH STREET 618 SAN JACINTO STREET Monday - Thursday • 8am - 10pm Friday - Sunday • 8am - Midnight Deposit: $200 Rates: $25/hr (2-hr min) Max Occupancy: 200 persons Max Seating: 150 persons Tables: 26 • 8' Rectangle & 7 • 6' Round Full Kitchen Stage

BROOKGLEN CENTER 3324 SOMERTON

Saturday & Sunday ONLY • 8am - Midnight Deposit: $200 Rates: $25/hr (2-hr min) Max Occupancy: 50 persons Max Seating: 50 persons Tables: 6 • 8' Rectangle

SECURITY GUIDELINES

Monday - Thursday • 8am - 10pm Friday - Sunday • 8am - Midnight Deposit: $200 Rates: $25/hr (2-hr min) Max Occupancy: 150 persons Max Seating: 125 persons Tables: 20 • 8' Rectangle & 14 • 6' Round Full Kitchen

DEOTIS GAY SR. "NORTHSIDE" BALLFIELD

322 North 4th Street Sunday - Thursday • 8am - 11pm Friday & Saturday • 8am - Midnight Rates: $10/hr (with lights) • $7.50/hr (without lights)

FARRINGTON BALLFIELDS 3540 Farrington

Monday - Thursday • 8am - 11pm Rates: $10/hr (with lights) • $7.50/hr (without lights)

LIBRARY CONF. ROOM 600 SOUTH BROADWAY

Monday • 8am - Noon Tuesday - Thursday • 7pm - 10pm Friday • 6pm - Midnight Saturday • 5pm - Midnight Sunday • 8am - 10pm Deposit: $200 Rates: $25/hr (2-hr min) Max Occupancy: 75 persons Max Seating: 75 persons Tables: 10 • 8' Rectangle Limited Kitchen

2 Security Officers are required for any event where alcohol is present.

1 Security Officer is required for any event hosting 61+ guests.

Security is NOT required for events hosting 1-60 guests without alcohol.

Security Fees: $30 per hour, per officer (3-hr min.)

Alcohol Permit (REQUIRED): $25.

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Residents: Rentals may be made beginning April 6th // Non-Residents: April 8th

LOMAX1508RODEO ARENA LOMAX SCHOOL ROAD

WAVE POOL 600 LITTLE CEDAR BAYOU DRIVE

Sunday - Saturday • 8am - Midnight Deposit: $200 Rates: Monday - Thursday • $150/day Friday - Sunday • $200/day Electrical Box • $20/box/night Electrical Box includes: 1 • 50 amp, 1 • 30 amp, & 20 amp duplex. (11 total boxes) LOMAX ARENA BUILDING: (included with Arena rental) Max Occupancy: 80 Persons Max Seating: 50 Persons Tables: 10 • 8' Rectangle *Concession stand is NOT included in any rental of the Lomax Rodeo Arena. For information regarding the usage of the Concession stand, please contact the La Porte Livestock Show & Rodeo Association at 281-881-5272*

Monday - Thursday • 7:30pm - Midnight Friday - Sunday • 6:30pm - Midnight Deposit: $100 Rates: $125/hr (2-hr min) Max Occupancy: 600 persons

SAN JACINTO POOL 618 SAN JACINTO STREET Sunday - Saturday • 7:00pm - Midnight Deposit: $100 Rates: $50/hr (2-hr min) Max Occupancy: 100 persons

NORTHWEST POOL 10210 NORTH P STREET Sunday - Saturday • 7:00pm - Midnight Deposit: $100 Rates: $50/hr (2-hr min) Max Occupancy: 100 persons

SECURITY GUIDELINES Outdoor facilities such as Rodeo arena events permitting

FAIRMONT POOL 10216 HILLRIDGE

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alcohol are required to have 1 Security Officer per every 100 persons, with a minimum of 2 Security Officers.

First rental date is June 6th.

Sunday - Saturday • 7:00pm - Midnight Deposit: $100 Rates: $50/hr (2-hr min) Max Occupancy: 75 persons

LOMAX ARENA OPEN RIDING RULES: ORDINANCE 2016-3620 Open riding is available during arena operational hours of 7am and 11pm with the exceptions of •

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those dates and times that the arena is leased.

• Those wanting exclusive time in the arena shall be required to rent the facility.

• No paid, private instruction is allowed for any person during open riding, in accordance with section 50-3(3), unless the person has rented the arena.

• Use of bucking chutes for rough stock is not allowed during open riding.

• No glass bottles are allowed on any portion of the Livestock/Rodeo Arena grounds.

• Certificates of Insurance are required in connection with all rentals of the arena where the lessee brings an animal or animals to the facility.

• Rentals will be posted on the bulletin board by the concession stand on a weekly basis.

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RECREATION

CENTERS . BY THE B A Y .

BROOKGLEN RECREATION CENTER 3324 Somerton La Porte TX 77571 ,

HOURS School Year: 3pm - 7:30pm Summer (Begins May 30th): 10am - 8pm

AMENITIES: Computers • WiFi • Pool Table • Ping Pong Table • Foosball Table • Air Hockey Table • Video Games • Crafts • Board Games • Books SCHEDULE OF EVENTS MONDAYS 3pm - 4:30pm Homework Help 4:30pm - 5:30pm Arts & Crafts 5:30pm - 6:30pm Rec Center Games (Billiards) 6:30pm - 7:30pm Computer time TUESDAYS 3pm - 4:30pm Homework Help 4:30pm - 6:30pm Tournament Tuesdays 6:30pm - 7:30pm Computer time WEDNESDAYS 3pm - 4:30pm Homework Help 4:30pm - 6:30pm Wildlife Exploration (weather permitting) 6:30pm - 7:30pm Computer Time THURSDAYS 3pm - 4:30pm Homework Help 4:30pm - 6:30pm Team Sport Thursdays (weather permitting) 6:30pm - 7:30pm Computer Time FRIDAYS 3pm - 4:30pm Homework Help 4:30pm - 5:30pm Arts & Crafts 5:30pm - 6:30pm Rec Center Games (Ping Pong) 6:30pm - 7:30pm Computer Time SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS WHEN: Thursdays - April 14 - May 19 TIME: 6pm - 7pm AGES: 12+ FREE - Registration is required

CHARLES WALKER RECREATION CENTER 322 North 4th Street La Porte TX 77571 ,

HOURS School Year: 11:30am - 8pm Summer (Begins May 30th): 10am - 8pm Summer Breakfast Program: 8:30am

AMENITIES: Computers • WiFi • Pool Tables • Ping Pong Table • Foosball Table • Video Games • Crafts • Board Games SCHEDULE OF EVENTS MONDAYS 3pm - 4:30pm Homework Help 4:30pm - 5:30pm Arts & Crafts 5:30pm - 6:30pm Rec Center Games (Billiards) 6:30pm - 7:30pm Computer time TUESDAYS 3pm - 4:30pm Homework Help 4:30pm - 6:30pm Tournament Tuesdays 6:30pm - 7:30pm Computer time WEDNESDAYS 3pm - 4:30pm Homework Help 4:30pm - 6:30pm Wildlife Exploration (weather permitting) 6:30pm - 7:30pm Computer Time THURSDAYS 3pm - 4:30pm Homework Help 4:30pm - 6:30pm Team Sport Thursdays (weather permitting) 6:30pm - 7:30pm Computer Time FRIDAYS 3pm - 4:30pm Homework Help 4:30pm - 5:30pm Arts & Crafts 5:30pm - 6:30pm Rec Center Games (Ping Pong) 6:30pm - 7:30pm Computer Time

LITTLE BUILDERS WHEN: Wednesdays - April 6 - May 25 TIME: 12:30pm - 1:30pm AGES: 2-6 years FREE - Registration is required

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P A RKS . BY THE B A Y .

1. BAY OAKS

6. FIVE POINTS

254 Dwire Drive 100 Broadway 1.2 Acres 1 acre Picnic area • Gazebo • Playground Pavilion Equipment 7. FOURTEENTH STREET 2. BROOKGLEN 500 North 14th Street 3324 Somerton 2.4 acres 2 acres Playground Equipment Playground Equipment • 1 8.

GLEN MEADOWS Practice Backstop • Brookglen 801 Valley Brook Recreation Center • Splash Park • 8.13 acres Picnic Area 1/2 Mile Walking Trail • Playground Equipment • 4 Practice Backstops 3. CENTRAL 618 San Jacinto Street • Basketball Court 4.6 acres 9. HERITAGE PARK Roller Hockey Rink • Picnic Area • 604 Park Drive Basketball Court • Swimming Pool .75 acres • Evelyn Kennedy Civic Center • Society Museum • Original Library Bicycle Rest Stop on San Jacinto Museum and Centennial Statue Pathway 10. LITTLE CEDAR BAYOU 600 Little Cedar Bayou Drive 4. CREEKMONT 48.7 acres 700 Willow Creek 4 Softball Fields • 2 Soccer Fields • 3.5 acres Baseball Field • Basketball Court • Wave Pool • Picnic Area • Playground Equipment • 1/4 Mile Playground Equipment • Nature Trail • Mile Bicycle Path • 2 Tennis Walking Trail Courts 5. FAIRMONT 11. LOMAX 3540 Farrington 1508 Lomax School Road 17.7 acres Baseball Fields • Swimming Pool • 10 acres Covered Rodeo Arena • Playground Equipment • Basketball Court • Approximate 1/2 Playground Equipment Mile Walking Trail • Splash Park

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12. DR. MLK JR. PARK

322 North 4th Street 2.7 acres Baseball Field • Open Air Basketball Pavilion • Jennie Riley Community Center • Playground Equipment • Splash Park

13. NORTHWEST

10210 North P Street 35 acres 7 Soccer Fields • Tennis Court • Swimming Pool

14. OHIO STREET

300 South Ohio Street .93 acres Playground Equipment • Picnic Area

19. SPENWICK PARK

200 North Holmes 1.2 acres Practice Backstop • Picnic Area

20. TOM BROWN PARK

15. PETE GILLIAM 16. PFEIFFER

900 South Virginia 1.2 acres Playground Equipment • Basketball Court • Picnic Area

17. PINE BLUFF

9225 Carlow .5 acres Playground Equipment • Picnic Table 300 South Lobit .57 acres Playground Equipment • Picnic Area

21. PECAN PARK

3600 Canada Road 34 acres Baseball Complex • Walking Trail • Playground Equipment • Picnic Area

1 Bayshore Drive 22. WOOD FALLS PARKS .11 acres Picnic Shelter with BBQ Pit • Bay View 3801 1/2 Driftwood 8 acres 18. SEABREEZE PARK Fishing Pond • Picnic Area • BBQ Pits • 1300 Bayshore Drive Jogging Trail 3.8 acres Fishing Pier • Playground Page 15 Equipment • Covered Pavilion