Message froM the Mayor

Jerry

Mouton Jr.

Thank you for checking out the “Live and Play” brochure, created by the Deer Park Parks and Recreation Department. This brochure includes all the information you need to find a variety of ways to have fun in our community, even as the response to COVID-19 continues.

I am proud that the Parks and Recreation Department has developed a range of alternative programming for our children and families to experience during the ongoing pandemic response. From Virtual Programming resources to modified live events including Halloween Carnival and Reindeer Park, the department has made the safety and security of our residents its top priority and will continue to do so as we begin 2021.

Over the next few months, we hope to see you at some of our outdoor events including the Easter EGGstravaganza, Movies in the Park and lots more. Make sure to utilize this brochure as well as the City website and social media channels to stay informed, and we’ll see you outside!

City Leadership

MAYOR & COUNCIL

Jerry Mouton Jr. - Mayor

Sherry Garrison - Position 1

T.J. Haight - Position 2

Tommy Ginn - Position 3

Bill Patterson - Position 4

Ron Martin - Position 5

Rae A. Sinor- Position 6 CITY ADMINISTRATION

James J. Stokes - City Manager

Gary M. Jackson - Assistant City Manager

Parks And Recreation Administration

Charlie Sandberg - Director

Jacob Zuniga - Assistant Director

Jazmin Hernandez - Administrative Coordinator

Nicole Garvis - Marketing/Technical Coordinator

Sarah Walker - Administrative Services

Parks And Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is a council appointed committee that acts as a liaison between the constituents and the Parks and Recreation Department. Meetings are held on the first Monday of the month at 11:30am at the Community Center. These meetings are open to the public and we welcome everyone to bring their ideas in front of this hard working committee.

Divisional Leadership

Dawn Crenshaw - Public Building Supervisor

Janica Hughey - Senior Services Supervisor

Rene’ McBride - Recreation Supervisor

Tiffany McGallian - Park Operations Supervisor

Susan Mele - Artistic Managing Supervisor

Debra Culp - Athletics/Aquatics Supervisor

Recreation Parks & Recreation ARCHERY CAMP

Monday & Tuesday | January 4-5 | 10am - 2pm

Jimmy Burke Center | Ages 6 -11 | $35 per camper

Join us in learning the basics of recurve archery. Archery builds confidence, greater attention spans, and a chance at trying other sports activities for all who participate. Participants will be taught about safety and archery skills by US Archery level one certified instructors. Participants will bring a sack lunch.

Wild Child Destination

Monday | January 18 | 8:30am-5pm

Claude Burgess | Ages 6-12 | $25

Schools out for DPISD students on January 18, but we’ve got you covered with a trip to Mr. Gatti’s where you can enjoy playing in the game arcade and have lunch from the buffet. For this trip you may bring extra cash to play more games. Included in cost is activities and games held at Claude Burgess, transportation, buffet, drink, and $5 in tokens. You are welcome to bring extra cash to play more games if you would like. Please arrive on time as we will depart at 9am. Space is limited so sign up soon!

Spring Break Camp

Monday - Friday | March 15-19 | 7:30am - 5:30pm

Claude Burgess Center | Ages 6-12 | $105 Residents

$125 Non Residents

Enjoy spring break while taking exciting field trips and creating lasting relationships with new friends! We will be traveling to Urban Air on March 17 and McGovern Centennial Gardens on March 18. During the day participants will enjoy variety of crafts, activities, and games. Campers should provide a sack lunch for each day of camp. Space is limited so sign up soon!

MOTHER & SON KICKBALL

Saturday | May 8 | 9am - 12pm

Brown Field - 301 W. X Street | Ages 5 & up | FREE

Meet us on the field in kicking it with your Mom in celebration of Mother’s Day! Teams will be Mothers vs. Sons. Water will be provided.

Intro To Dog Obedience

Tuesdays | 6:30-7:30pm | Jimmy Burke Activity Center

$150/dog & human pair

Session 1 | January 12 - February 16

Session 2 | March 23 - April 27

Learn the basics of training your dog! Class will include beginning engagement skills, on leash skills such as, sit, down, recall, loose-leash walking and boundary training. We also welcome dogs that need to brush up on skills. Join us in welcoming our new instructor Angela Spence! You may call her at AC Squared LLC 832-382-3638 if you have questions.

Safe Sitter

Monday | April 5 | 9am - 3:30pm | Ages 12-17

Community Center | Room 12 | $45

Deer Park Parks and Recreation is partnering with Safe Sitter® to teach young teens how to be better, safer babysitters. For more than 35 years, Safe Sitter® has been a leader in providing life skills, safety skills and child care training for youth. This 6-hour course will have you properly trained and ready for the summer. A student handbook and completion card will go home with each student after taking the class.

*A 30 minute pizza lunch is factored into the fee and time allotment*

Pleasenote:WhileFirstAidandCPRarecoveredinthiscourse,certification isnotincluded.Interestedparticipantswillbegivenresourcesongettingthis certification.

Geocaching

Friday | May 28 | 6-7:30pm

Jimmy Burke Center | All Ages | $10 per seeker

Do you love the game hide and seek? Come join in on the fun playing geocaching! Geocaching is a fun way to explore your surroundings. You may buddy up or go solo. GPS equipment is limited but a phone GPS will work just fine. Prizes will be awarded to the firstplace team that finds all the treasures at Jimmy Burke Center. All ages are welcome but it is recommended that those younger than 12 have an adult chaperone.

Hunters Education

Saturday | 8am-5pm | Avon Center

January 23 | February 20 | March 27 | April 17

Come get your hunter’s permit and learn the rules and regulations of land, weapon and animal. Please bring $15 in hand to class. If you have any questions please contact James Davis at (832)498-1609.

Fencing Beginners Foil

Tuesdays | Community Center | Room 6

Ages 8-12 | 6:30pm | $45/month

Ages 13 and up | 7:30pm | $45/month

Fencing for the teen and adult fencer, both beginners and those with some experience. Our focus is largely on foil, but sabre and epee are also explored. We learn the basics of footwork and blade work, have open fencing and self-referee. The final class of each month is given over to electric fencing just as a fencer would experience at a local tournament. No personal equipment or prior experience is required to start. For more information contact John Trojanowski at john@trojanowski.com.

Self Defense

Saturdays | Community Center | Room 6 | 9-10:30am

Community Center | Room 6 | $50 per month

Ages 6 & Up | 1st Class January 9

During class you will be introduce to self-defense techniques base on situations you may encounter. The techniques will be demonstrated for you to personally adapt to the movements. Eventually, your muscle memory will allow you to execute the moves.