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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.

WHAT'S INSIDE

FITNESS PROGRAM UPDATES

3 Fitness All Jazzercise classes will be 4 Athletics housed in the aerobics room at the Recreation & Fitness Center!

5 Recreation 7 Seniors 9 S.P.O.R.T The Parks & Recreation Fitness Center Pool is closed for 11 Events renovations and will re-open in the 12 Hike & Bike 3rd quarter of the year.

12 Splash Parks 13 Facilities/Rentals CONTACT US Fitness Center & Activity Information: 281-470-7275 Senior Services Information: 281-470-9897 15 Parks Special Services Information: 281-470-1579 E-mail: parksandrec@laportetx.gov

RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER

1322 S Broadway La Porte, TX 77571

LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR Hear from the Director of Parks and Recreation, Tim Miller, about all the current changes to the Recreation & Fitness Center.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS CENTER

1302 S Broadway La Porte, TX 77571

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RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER The La Porte Recreation and Fitness Center provides numerous opportunities for youth and adults to pursue their recreation interests. Activities available include fitness classes, exercise equipment, an indoor lap pool, and a gymnasium. Programs include aerobics, youth sports, pickleball, and others. Interested in a Recreation & Fitness Center membership? We offer individual, family, and senior memberships. For information on fees and more, please visit LaPorteTx.gov/Facilities!

ZUMBA

Join us at the Five Points Pavilion from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays for FREE upbeat fun!

Class fees vary Visit Jazzercise.com to register.

1322 S. BROADWAY ST. LA PORTE, TX, 77571 City of La Porte Parks & Recreation

PICK-UP PICKLEBALL RESERVATION Reserve a court for pickleball on Tue/Thur mornings.

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.

Contact the Recreation & Fitness Center for Information at 281.470.7275

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athletics ADULT COED 6V6 VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Grab your team and get ready for a fun season of volleyball! Team registration is open for $300 per team, with a maximum of 10 teams accepted. Matches will be held on Sunday afternoons/evenings from 3:00–9:00 p.m. at the La Porte Recreation & Fitness Center. The season runs September 20–November 8 and includes 14 guaranteed matches plus playoffs. Registration closes September 8 or when the league fills—don’t wait to reserve your spot!

START SMART BASEBALL Introduce your little athlete to the fundamentals of baseball and softball through fun drills, games, and plenty of encouragement! This 6-week program is designed for children ages 3–5, with parent participation required during each class. Classes will be held Wednesdays, October 14–November 18, from 5:30–6:30 p.m. at the Jennie Riley Community Center Baseball Field (322 N. 4th Street). Registration opens September 1 for just $20 per child.

Participants & parents should wear athletic clothing and shoes. Equipment provided!

YOUTH WINTER BASKETBALL LEAGUE Get ready for a great season of youth basketball! Registration will be open from September 1–November 1, for K–4th Grade Coed and 5th–8th Grade Boys & Girls divisions. Players in 2nd grade and up will participate in tryouts and a coaches’ draft, with everyone making a team. The $75 registration fee includes a reversible jersey. Practices begin the week of November 30, with games running January 9– February 20, and playoffs February 25–28. No late registration accepted after 11/1.

Volunteer coaches are needed to make this program successful!

START SMART BASKETBALL Introduce your little athlete to the fundamentals of basketball through fun drills, games, and plenty of encouragement! This 6-week program is designed for children ages 3–5, with parent participation required during each class. Classes will be held Wednesdays, January 13–February 17, from 5:30–6:30 p.m. at the Special Programs Center Gymnasium (1302 S. Broadway). Registration opens December 1 for just $20 per child. Participants & parents should wear athletic clothing and shoes. Space is limited to 20 players. All equipment is provided!

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Drop the kids (K - 6th Grade) off for games, dinner, and an exciting field trip with our monthly Kids' Night Out! Dates: September 11, October 9, November 13, December 4 Times: Drop-off 5:00–5:30 p.m. | Pick-up 9:30–10:00 p.m.

Cost: $25 per child (per night) Location: Special Programs Center, Sept-Nov, Jennie Riley, Dec. Registration is open and is limited to 25 kids per night, so sign up early. Visit our website for field trip updates.

Registration is open for our Fall 2026 private swim lessons!

Each $70 session includes four 45-minute, one-on-one lessons at the Recreation & Fitness Center indoor pool.

Lessons available September 19 – December 12 and can be scheduled on weekday afternoons/evenings or on weekends.

After registering, our Aquatic Coordinator will contact you to set your lesson days & times. Ages 2+ only. Space is limited!

Join us for full-day activities on September 21, November 2 & 3, and January 4 & 5, packed with games, crafts, a field trip, and more! Held from 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. and costs $25 per child. September and November SOHO will be held at the Jennie Riley Community Center, while January SOHO will take place at the Special Programs Center. Be sure to pack a sack lunch, two snacks, and a refillable water bottle. Space is limited to 25 students (K - 6th) and registration is ongoing!

Looking for something fun over Fall Break? Join us October 12–16 for five days of games, crafts, a field trip, and plenty of fun! Camp runs 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. each day at the Special Programs Center (1302 S. Broadway). Registration opens September 1, and the cost is $75 per camper. Be sure to pack a sack lunch, two snacks, and a refillable water bottle each day. Space is limited to 48 campers (K - 6th Grade only)!

Texas Outdoor Family Fall Campout at Lake Livingston State Park Designed for families with minimal (or zero) outdoor camping experience, this overnight adventure makes camping easy.....we provide the gear, you bring the fun! (All families welcome!)

When: October 24–25 (Arrive by 9 a.m. Saturday for Park Orientation) Cost: $25 per family (max 6 members) Includes: Park admission, 6-person tent, cots, sleeping pads, cooking equipment, park activities, and more!

Registration opens September 1 and closes October 1. Space is limited to the first 16 families who register.

For more information, contact Marissa Alaniz at 281-245-5266.

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Looking for something fun during Thanksgiving break? Join us for three days of games, crafts, a field trip, and more!

Camp will be held November 23–25 at the Special Programs Center (1302 S. Broadway) from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. each day. Registration opens October 1 for $50 per camper.

Campers should bring a sack lunch, two snacks, and a refillable water bottle each day. Space is limited to 48 campers (K - 6th Grade only)!

Keep the fun going during winter break! Campers will enjoy games, arts & crafts, a field trip, and more at the Special Programs Center (1302 S. Broadway) from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. each day. Registration opens November 1 for two funfilled weeks: Week 1: December 21–23 for $50 per camper and Week 2: December 28–31 for $60 per camper. Campers should bring a sack lunch, two snacks, and a refillable water bottle each day. Space is limited to 48 campers (K - 6th Grade) per week!

Let your little chef get cooking! This hands-on, 6-week program for ages 8 - 13 teaches kids basic cooking skills, kitchen safety, teamwork, and healthy food habits while preparing a meal each week. Classes meet Tuesdays or Thursdays from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at the Norman L. Malone Senior Center (1322 S. Broadway), with Fall Session 2 beginning October 20 or 22. The cost is $60 per child and includes all ingredients and materials. Space is limited!

Space City Martial Arts Karate begins Monday, September 14, with classes at 6:30 PM for ages 5–10 and 7:30 PM for ages 11+.

The 10-week session is $70, with a $60 uniform.

To register, please contact David Lange at DLange@SpaceCityMartialArts.com or 281-850-4702.

VOLUNTEER

We see how excited you get for our events, and we want you to join us through our Volunteer in Parks program!

initiative is a great way for you to connect IN PARKS This with the community and give back to your city.

V.I.P

Become a VIP and help us keep our parks beautiful and events running smoothly for everyone to enjoy.

Ready to get started? Scan the QR code to sign up!

NORMAN L. MALONE SENIOR 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.

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Get ready to BOOgie at the Norman L. Malone Senior Center!

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Come in your most festive costume and enjoy an afternoon of good food, good company, and even better memories from 10 AM to 2 PM!

Friendsgiving at Norman L. Malone!

Make memories with your favorite people from 10 AM to 2 PM!

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

Come join the holly jolly fun at the Norman L. Malone Center from 10 AM to 2 PM!

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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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BROOKGLEN SENIOR PROGRAM 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.

The Brookglen Community Center is the newest home for Senior Programming in La Porte! Here are some of the programs currently happening monthly:

Program Hours Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM Bingo & Loteria (Mexican Bingo)

Senior Services

Craft Corner Join us monthly for a different project with all materials provided!

Senior Snacks Make your own quick and simple snack in our new kitchen!

Silver Screeners Love movies? Join us as we enjoy your favorite films on the big screen.

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CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION CONTACT THE BROOKGLEN SENIOR CENTER FOR FOR INFORMATION ON PROGRAMS AT 281-470-5058

SPECIAL PROGRAMS 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 developmental or physical disabilities.

END OF SUMMER BACK-TO-SCHOOL BASH END OF SUMMER

BACK-TO-SCHOOL BASH

SPORT is going to celebrate the end of summer and the beginning of the new Special Olympics season at the Evelynn Kennedy Center.

DATE:

Thursday, September 3

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3 to 5 PM

SPECIAL OLYMPICS EAST REGION SOFTBALL COMPETITION

SPECIAL OLYMPICS EAST REGION SOFTBALL COMPETITION

SPORT’s East Region Softball competition will be held at the Shadow Creek Sports Complex in Pearland, TX!

DATE:

Saturday, September 12

TIME:

8 AM to 4 PM

MONSTER MASH

MONSTER MASH

SPORT will be hosting a Halloween Party and Dance from 3-5 PM at the Special Programs Center. Dress up in your favorite costume and come ready to dance.

DATE:

Thursday, October 29

TIME:

3 to 5 PM

SPECIAL OLYMPICS FLAG FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT SPECIAL OLYMPICS

FLAG FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT

La Porte Special Olympics will be competing in flag football. We will be taking a team to compete at a location, date, and time to be announced.

CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION CONTACT THE SPECIAL PROGRAMS CENTER FOR INFORMATION ON PROGRAMS AT 281-470-1579

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SPECIAL PROGRAMS 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 developmental or physical disabilities.

For more information call (281) 470-1579.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS EAST REGION VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

SPECIAL OLYMPICS EAST REGION VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

La Porte Special Olympics will be competing in the 2026 East Region Volleyball Competition at Absolute Volleyball Academy DATE:

Saturday, November 7

TIME:

8 AM to 5 PM

SPECIAL OLYMPICS AREA 22 BOWLING TOURNAMENT

SPECIAL OLYMPICS AREA 22 BOWLING TOURNAMENT

La Porte Special Olympics will be competing in the 2026 Area 22 Bowling Competition in Texas City.

DATE:

Saturday, November 14

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To be announced.

CHRISTMAS PROGRAM

CHRISTMAS PROGRAM

SPORT will be hosting their annual Christmas Program at the Special Programs Center featuring music, peoems, and skits by SPORT members.

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Thursday, December 17

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6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION CONTACT THE SPECIAL PROGRAMS CENTER FOR INFORMATION ON PROGRAMS AT 281-470-1579

AUG 1 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

MAIN STREET TRADE DAYS

Antiques, collectibles, re-purposed furniture, and artisan vendors!

MAIN STREET TRADE DAYS

OCT 3 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM OCT 31 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Treats trail on the

CLEARED FOR CANDY

DOWNTOWN LA PORTE Antiques, collectibles, re-purposed furniture, and artisan vendors!

MUNICIPAL AIRPORT

Local vendors, free candy, free kids zone, free 3K run, and lifelong memories!

FIVE POINTS PLAZA

NOV 6 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Antiques, collectibles, re-purposed furniture, and artisan vendors!

MAIN STREET TRADE DAYS

DOWNTOWN LA PORTE Antiques, collectibles, re-purposed furniture, and artisan vendors!

DOWNTOWN LA PORTE

NOV 15

Brave the Fred Hartman Bridge in the Half Marathon!

7:00 AM

DOWNTOWN LA PORTE

DEC 3 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

DEC 10+17 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Antiques, collectibles, re-purposed furniture, and artisan vendors!

Antiques, collectibles, re-purposed furniture, and artisan vendors!

MAIN STREET TRADE DAYS

DEC 5 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

DOWNTOWN LA PORTE

FIVE POINTS PLAZA

OCT 2 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

NOV 7 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Antiques, collectibles, re-purposed furniture, and artisan vendors!

FIVE POINTS PLAZA

SEP 4 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

SEP 5 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

DOWNTOWN LA PORTE

A hometown tradition featuring a tree lighting, pictures with Santa and more!

MAIN STREET TRADE DAYS

Santa gs Sightin

DOWNTOWN LA PORTE Antiques, collectibles, re-purposed furniture, and artisan vendors!

FIVE POINTS PLAZA Skip the lines and fees with free pictures with Santa!

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HIKE & BIKE TRAIL 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.

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 along 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.

Visit LaPorteTX.gov/trails for the trail map or scan this code!

SPLASH PARKS

SPLASH PARKS ARE OPEN SPRING BREAK TO HALLOWEEN ANNUALLY FROM 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM BROOKGLEN SPLASH PARK | 3324 SOMERTON DR. MLK JR. SPLASH PARK | 401 DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR. FAIRMONT PARK SPLASH PARK | 10216 HILLRIDGE ROAD MONARCH PARK SPLASH PARK | 9801 RUSTIC GATE ROAD LITTLE CEDAR BAYOU SPLASH PARK | 600 LITTLE CEDAR BAYOU DRIVE

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FACILITIES AND RENTALS CHARLES WALKER COMMUNITY CENTER 322 North 4th Street, La Porte, TX 77571 Monday-Friday | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM 281-470-6046 Open to the community! Amenities include computers, WiFi, pool tables, ping pong table, foosball table, video games, board games, & air hockey table.

Charles Walker is a sub-facility of The Jennie Riley Community Center.

LA PORTE HISTORIC COLORED SCHOOL AND MUSEUM 401 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Dr, La Porte, TX 77571 Saturday and Sunday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM This historic one-room schoolhouse held daily classes for African-American children in La Porte from 1909-1943.

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.

LA PORTE HISTORIC DEPOT MUSEUM 604 Park Street, La Porte, Texas 77571 Saturday and Sunday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM 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.

CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION CONTACT THE RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER FOR INFORMATION AT 281-470-7275

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FACILITIES AND RENTALS RENTAL INFO: MONDAY - THURSDAY | 322 NORTH 4TH STREET 8 AM-10 PM $25 an hour with a 2-hour minimum and a $200 deposit FRIDAY - SUNDAY | 322 NORTH 4TH STREET 8 AM-12 AM $25 an hour with a 2-hour minimum and a $200 deposit

JENNIE RILEY COMMUNITY CENTER

Max occupancy: 150 people | Max seating: 125 people

RENTAL INFO: MONDAY - THURSDAY | 111 2ND STREET 8 AM-10 PM $25 an hour with a 2-hour minimum and a $200 deposit FRIDAY - SUNDAY | 111 2ND STREET 8 AM-12 AM $25 an hour with a 2-hour minimum and a $200 deposit Max occupancy: 150 people | Max seating: 125 people

OLD CITY HALL

RENTAL INFO: MONDAY - THURSDAY | 8 AM-11 PM $150/DAY, $200 DEPOSIT FRIDAY & SATURDAY | 8 AM-12 AM $200/day, $200 deposit SUNDAY | 8 AM-11 PM $200/day, $200 deposit

LOMAX RODEO ARENA

OPEN RIDING Open riding is available from 7:00 AM and 11:00 PM, with the exceptions of those dates and times that the arena is leased.

Electrical box • $20 per box per night Max occupancy: 80 people | Max seating: 50 people

FIELD RENTAL INFO DEOTIS GAY, SR. "NORTHSIDE" BALLFIELD | 322 NORTH 4TH ST SUNDAY-THURSDAY I 8:00AM-11:00PM; FRIDAY & SATURDAY I 8:00AM-9:30PM FARRINGTON BALLFIELDS | 3540 FARRINGTON MONDAY-THURSDAY I 8:00AM-9:30PM LCB SOCCER FIELDS | 600 LITTLE CEDAR BAYOU DRIVE SUNDAY-THURSDAY I 8:00AM-11:00PM, FRIDAY & SATURDAY I 8:00AM-9:30PM $10/HR WITH LIGHTS | $7.50/HR WITHOUT LIGHTS

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CITY OF LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION CONTACT THE RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER FOR INFORMATION AT 281-470-7275

PARKS & AMENITIES

PARKS & AMENITIES 1. Bay Oaks

254 Dwire Drive

2. Brookglen

95°6'51"W 29°42'49"N

3324 Somerton

3. Central

618 San Jacinto

4. Circle Park

Cir Park

5. Creekmont

OLD UNDERWOOD

700 Williow Creek Drive

6. Dr. MLK Jr.

322 N. 4th Street

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7. Fairmont

3540 Farrington

8. Five Points Plaza

100 Broadway

9. Fourteenth Street

500 N. 14th Street

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10. Glen Meadows

801 Valley Brook

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N 16TH ST

12. Heron Park

W Bayou Dr &, S Country Club Dr,

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13. Linear

14. Little Cedar Bayou

600 Little Cedar Bayou Drive

15. Lomax Rodeo Arena

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E FAIRMONT PKWY

W FAIRMONT PKWY

W M ST

L ST S 16TH ST / POWEL

20. Pecan

3600 Canada Road

21. Pete Gilliam

200 N. Holmes

22. Pfeiffer

25. Shell Beach

Mirimar Dr,

26. Spenwick

9225 Carlow

27. Tom Brown

300 South Lobit

28. Woodfalls

3801 1/2 Driftwood

Ballfield

Picnic Table

Basketball Court

Playground

BBQ Pit Fenced In Fishing Pier Hiking Trail

Restroom Soccer Field Splash Park

Hockey Rink

Swimming Pool

Pavilion

Tennis Court

MC CABE RD

OLD HWY 146

24. Seabreeze

1300 Bayshore Drive

MAJOR ROADS TRAILS City Parks Sylvan Beach Park Golf Course Five Points Plaza LP CITY LIMIT

S BROADWAY ST /

MS BLVD WHARTON WEE

900 S. Virginia

23. Pine Bluff

S BROADWAY ST

FAIRMONT PKWY

300 S. Ohio Street

1 Bayshore Drive

S 16TH ST

D A BLV ARE BAY

LUELLA BLVD

19. Ohio

CANADA RD

17. Monarch Park 18. Northwest

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W MAIN ST MAIN SPENCER HWY / W.

16. Mirimar Park

Mirimar Dr.

10210 N. P Street

BLVD

SPENCER HWY

1508 Lomax School Road

9801 Rustic Gate

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N AI EM

UNDERWOOD RD

N. 2nd to N. 8th Street

N BROADWAY ST

11. Heritage

604 Park Drive

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