LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION
WWW.LAPORTETX.GOV SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER | NOVEMBER | DECEMBER 2023
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.
Fitness Center & Activity Information: 281-470-7275
Senior Services Information: 281-470-9897
Special Services Information: 281-470-1579
E-mail: parksandrec@laportetx gov
@LaPorteTxPR @laportebythebay @laporteparksandrec
Lindsay French Recreation Superintendent
Timothy Miller Parks & Recreation Director
Kayla Baez Marketing & Special Events Coordinator
Liz Russell Department Coordinator
Deborah Kuykendall Special Services Superintendent
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S Broadway La Porte, TX 77571 RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER SPECIAL PROGRAMS CENTER
Scott Bradley Parks Superintendent
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Events Splash Parks Facilities Hike & Bike Parks Fitness Recreation 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 interest 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. Scan the QR code for fees and policies!
Class fees vary Visit Jazzercise com to register
Women's Only Program for building/toning! Additional 1 on 1 classes available on Wednesday's at 6:30 PM. Must book two hours in advance by visting fitPACstudios.com.
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.
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3 C I T Y O F L A P O R T E P A R K S & R E C R E A T I O N CONTACT THE RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER FOR INFORMATION AT 281-470-7275 Cardio Sculpt 8:30 AM Ampd Strength 7:00 PM
Pick-up Pickleball & Volleyball
BASEBALL BASEBALL START STARTSMART SMART
This instructor-led class focuses on the fundamentals of basketball using fun drills and games. Parent participation is required during each class, so please wear comfortable attire & shoes. SNOVEMBER1
Youth Winter Basketball League
$60/Player with game jersey included
Saturday&Sunday gamedays!
Grades K - 8th (COED)
Registration open
October 2 -
November 6
Season runs
January 6 -
February 25
Practices begin the week of November 27.
VolunteerCoaches needed!
Tryouts and coaches draft will be used for 2nd grade & up. Held during the week of November 13 - 17.
TRYOUT SCHEDULE CAN BE FOUND ONLINE AT: LAPORTETX.GOV/YOUTHBASKETBALL
Community Center every PM - 6:30 PM.
Fall registration is now open!
Ages 2 & up!
Once registered, you will be contacted by your instructor to create your flexible schedule
Fall sessions run
Each $60 session includes four 45-minute lessons Space is limited!
September 18 -
December 10
All lessons held at the La Porte Recreation & Fitness Center.
C I T Y O F L A P O R T E P A R K S & R E C R E A T I O N REGISTER ONLINE AT LAPORTETX GOV/REGISTER OR BY VISITING THE LA PORTE RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER 4
Registration open S E P T E M B E R 1 - 3 0 Classes run O C T O B E R 1 1N O V E M B E R 2 9 $15 PERPARTICIPANT L I M I T E D S P A C E I N S T R U C T O R L E D INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM FOR AGES
FOCUSES ON THE FUNDAMENTALS OF BASEBALL/SOFTBALL
STARTSMART
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BREAK CAMP
C I T Y O F L A P O R T E P A R K S & R E C R E A T I O N REGISTER ONLINE AT LAPORTETX GOV/REGISTER OR BY VISITING THE LA PORTE RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER 5 Kid's NightOut 1302S.Broadway,LaPorte $15 per child | 5-10 PM GRADES K-6 October 13 November 10 December 8 location subject to change Filled with fun themes, games, crafts, pizza, and more! Registration is ongoing and there is a max of 30 participants. School'sOut DayCamp EVELYN KENNEDY CENTER 618 SAN JACINTO ST. OCTOBER5,6,&9 CAMPFEE $20 PERCAMPER PERDAY LOCATION SUBJECT TO CHANGE WHENSCHOOLISOUT, WE’VEGOTYOUCOVERED! THISONEDAYCAMPFORGRADESK-6IS FULLOFACTIVITIESTHATINCLUDEGROUP GAMES,ARTS&CRAFTS,ANDMORE! CAMPHOURSARE 7:30AM-5:30PM MAXOF30PARTICIPANTS
Open to K-6th grade and packed with games, crafts, a field trip, and more! NOVEMBER 20-22 $40/CAMPER. SPACE IS LIMITED TO 50 CAMPERS. Camp hours are from 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM at the Special Programs Center, 1302 S. Broadway! REGISTRATION OPEN OCTOBER 2NOVEMBER 13.
Camp OPEN TO K-6TH GRADE AND PACKED WITH GAMES, CRAFTS, A FIELD TRIP, AND MORE! DECEMBER 18-22 (WEEK 1) DECEMBER 27-29 (WEEK 2) SPECIAL PROGRAMS CENTER, 1302 S. BROADWAY CAMP HOURS RegistrationopenNovember1-December11 $60/Camperforweek1 $40/Camperforweek2 Spaceislimitedto50campersperweek 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM JANUARY 2,3, & 15
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Winter Winter Break Camp Break
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 devel t l h i l di biliti For more information call (281) 470-1579.
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Mash Hallow Dance
Dress up in you e costume and come ready to dance. Food and drinks will be provided.
AREA 22 EAST REGION
October 31 | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Special Programs Center
Christmas Program
DECEMBER 14 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
SPECIAL PROGRAMS CENTER
The event will be full of music, poems, and skits by the participants of our program. Food and refreshments will be provided.
TOURNAMENT
VOLLEYBALL VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT
Date: November 4
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Absolute Volleyball Academy
La Porte Special Olympics will be competing in the 2023 East Region Volleyball Competition in Webster We will be taking 20-25 athletes
BOWLING BOWLING TOURNAMENT TOURNAMENT
Date: December 2 | Time: TBA
La Porte Special Olympics will be competing in the 2023 Area 22 Bowling Competition.
We will be taking approx. 18 athletes to compete. The competition will be held at the Bowlero in Texas City.
Flag Football Flag Football Tournament Tournament
Date: TBA
Time: TBA
La Porte Special Olympics will be competing in a flag football competition this fall.
C I T Y O F L A P O R T E P A R K S & R E C R E A T I O N 6 CONTACT THE SPECIAL PROGRAMS CENTER FOR INFORMATION ON PROGRAMS AT 281-470-1579
L 07 NOV Deer Park Senior Deer Park Senior Winter Olympics Winter Olympics BRING A SNACK TO SHARE AND PUT ON YOUR BEST COSTUME! 31 OCT 10 AM THE BLACK COWBOY MUSEUM $15 FEE + YOUR LUNCH TheSeniorServicesCenterprovidesyear-roundrecreational,fitness,andeducationalopportunitiesto adults55yearsofageandolderwithamembership.Ourpurposeistoencourageindependenceand communityinvolvementandenhancethequalityoflifefortheseniorpopulation. 7 C I T Y O F L A P O R T E P A R K S & R E C R E A T I O N CONTACT THE NORMAN L MALONE SENIOR CENTER FOR FOR INFORMATION ON PROGRAMS AT 281-470-9897
A T I M E F O R O U R S E N I O R W O M E N T O G A T H E R A N D E N J O Y E A C H O T H E R ' S C O M P A N Y I N N E W P L A C E S ! R e g i s t r a t i o n D e a d l i n e : 1 w e e k b e f o r e o u t i n g 10 OCT 08 DEC MEET US AT SEABREEZE PARK FOR FREE COFFEE AND DONUTS. Chair Chair Yoga Yoga 02-04 DEC 11:15 AM EXPERIENCE A REALM OF CALM AND TRANQUILITY IN THIS RELAXING CLASS! Halloween Party 13-16 NOV CHEER ON YOUR LOCAL SENIOR ATHLETES AS THEY GO FOR THE GOLD! 10 OCT 10 AM Senior Christmas Senior Christmas Luncheon Luncheon 13 D E C N O O N COME JOIN US FOR SOME AMAZING HOMECOOKED HOLIDAY FAVORITES AND STICK AROUND FOR THE FUN! 26 SEP LAKE JACKSON YELLOWSTONE PADDLEWHEEL BOAT $25 FEE BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH GEORGE BUSH LIBRARY 8:30 AM | $7 FEE BRING A SACK LUNCH AT 29 SEP COFFEE DAY 24 OCT 03 NOV Wortham Trips JOIN US AS WE VISIT THE WORTHAM CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS! PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH. 04 OCT 01 NOV 06 DEC 29 DEC NOON NEWYEAREVE LUNCHEON L E T ’ S C E L E B R A T E T H E S T A R T O F A N E W Y E A R ! BAKE Off HOSTED BY THE RED HAT LADIES!
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BROOKGLENCOMMUNITYCENTER
Open to the community! Amenities include WiFi, pool table, video games, computers, board games, & books
3324 Somerton, La Porte TX 77571
School Year Hours: Mon - Fri, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Summer Hours: Mon - Fri, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
LAPORTEBAYAREAHERITAGESOCIETY DEPOTMUSEUM
604 Park Street, La Porte, Texas 77571
Saturdays and Sundays | 11:00AM – 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.
CHARLESWALKERCOMMUNITYCENTER
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 281-470-6046
Open Monday - Friday, 10:00AM - 6:00PM
LAPORTEHISTORICAL COLOREDSCHOOL
401 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Dr, La Porte, TX 77571
Saturdays and Sundays | 10:00AM – 4:00PM
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.
Reserve by visiting the La Porte Recreation & Fitness Center.
EVELYN KENNEDY CIVIC CENTER
618 San Jacinto 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
3324 Somerton Rental dates:
Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM- 10:00 PM
Friday - Sunday 8:00 AM- 12:00 AM
Max occupancy: 50 people Max seating: 50 people
322 North 4th Street
Rental dates:
Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday - Sunday 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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
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
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
THE LA PORTE PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MANAGES MULTIPLE FACILITES FOR RENTALS!
BROOKGLEN COMMUNITY CENTER JENNIE RILEY COMMUNITY CENTER L O M A X R O D E O A R E N A
CONTACT THE RECREATION & FITNESS CENTER FOR INFORMATION AT 281-470-7275 FIELD RENTAL INFO 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 $10/hr (with lights) $7.50/hr (without lights)
OPEN RIDING
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C I T Y O F L A P O R T E P A R K S & R E C R E A T I O N 1 0
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!
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2. Brookglen 3324 Somerton 1. Bay Oaks 254 Dwire Drive 3. Central 618 San Jacinto 4. Creekmont 700 Williow Creek Drive 5. Dr. MLK Jr. 322 N 4th Street 6. Fairmont 3540 Farrington 7. Monarch Park 9801 Rustic Gate 8. Five Points Plaza 100 Broadway 9. Fourteenth Street 500 N. 14th Street 10. Glen Meadows 801 Valley Brook 11. Heritage 604 Park Drive 12. Linear N 2nd to N 8th Street 13. Little Cedar Bayou 600 Little Cedar Bayou Drive 14. Lomax 1508 Lomax School Road 15. Northwest 10210 N P Street 16. Ohio 300 S. Ohio Street 17. Pecan 3600 Canada Road 18. Pete Gilliam 200 N. Holmes 19. Pfeiffer 900 S. Virginia 20. Pine Bluff 1 Bayshore Drive 21. Seabreeze 1300 Bayshore Drive 22. Spenwick 9225 Carlow 23. Tom Brown 300 South Lobit 24. Woodfalls 3801 1/2 Driftwood
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