McFUN Activity Guide Spring 2016

2 REGISTRATION The Department strives to: Improve the quality of life through the provision of well-balanced, high-quality recreation programs for the residents of McAllen to enjoy during their leisure time. Facilitate wholesome and constructive programs with a measurable value to the community. Provide attractive and well-maintained major parks and recreation facilities in each sector of the city. These facilities should be within a reasonable distance of every surrounding neighborhood and offer safe opportunities for athletic competition, facility gatherings, and other passive and active recreation activities. Promote environmental conservation, eco and cultural tourism and socially oriented special events.

WALK-IN REGISTRATION

Walk-in registration will be accepted on a first come, first served basis, pending space availability at the following locations:

NORTH McALLEN

Lark Community Center 2601 Lark Ave 路 956-681-3340 Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

CENTRAL McALLEN

Las Palmas Community Center 1921 N. 25th Street 路 956-681-3350 Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

REFUNDS & TRANSFERS

We constantly strive to provide you with the highest quality recreation programs. If, for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with a class or activity, please tell us so we can respond to your concerns. In addition to using your feedback to help us improve, for nearly all of our programs, we will arrange one of the following: TRANSFERS between classes will be allowed only prior to the second class meeting, at no charge. After the second class meeting, transfers may be made, pending space availability, with a charge of $5 per class.

REFUNDS for classes will be allowed only prior to the second class meeting and will carry a $10 fee per class.

Refunds may take up to 30 to 60 days to process.

Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Rd 路 956-681-3360 Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Requests for transfers and refunds must be in writing.

Some of our programs, such as adult leagues, contract programs and facility rentals, have different, specific policies which apply. The McAllen Parks and Recreation Department retains the privilege of canceling any scheduled activity that fails to generate minimum interest.

Forms of payment accepted: Cash, Check, Visa & Mastercard

MEDICAL POLICY

SOUTH McALLEN

WALK IN REGISTRATION IS NOT ACCEPTED AT THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADMINISTRATION OFFICE LOCATED AT 1000 S. WARE RD. Registration is not accepted at program sites. Advance registration required. Participants may be asked for a proof of residency.

ONLINE REGISTRATION

Visit www.mcallenparks.net to register online. You must login or create a username and password before the website will allow you to register online. Online forms of payment include Visa and Mastercard. Please call the administration office at 956-681-3333 if you need assistance.

RETURNED CHECK POLICY

A $20 service charge will be assessed for all returned checks, and students will be removed from classes until finances are settled.

The City of McAllen Parks and Recreation Department will not prohibit any person from participating in an activity due to a medical condition or handicap, unless such condition is likely to cause injury to that individual or other participants in the activity. A participant who has been notified by a qualified medical professional that he/she has a medical condition that is likely to cause injury to themselves or other participants, is obligated to inform the Parks and Recreation Department, at the time of registration, of the condition and willingly withdraw from the program or activity if requested by the Department. It is recommended that all participants receive medical authorization before participating in these programs.

INCLUSION PROCESS

The City of McAllen Parks and Recreation welcomes the opportunity to accommodate our patrons with special needs so that full participation in leisure and recreation programs may be enjoyed by all. Reasonable modifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis; taking the appropriate steps to ensuring a safe and enjoyable leisure experience. Patrons with special needs are encouraged to bring a companion with them for assistance at no extra charge in lieu of an additional staff member. The initial request for accommodation should be made on the program registration form.

TOWN LAKE AT FIREMANS PARK h2O HUT & BOAT RENTAL HOURS

Here’s a unqiue way to entertain guests, kids or friends. Rent a kayak or pedal boat and enjoy the view from out on the water. Witness a variety of wildlife, fish or just enjoy the scenery. All ages welcome - Youth ages 15 & under must be accompanied by an adult during any boat rental.

DATE: Saturday & Sunday

Fall Winter Spring Summer

September - October November - February March - May June - August

Accommodations for scout groups, youth groups, schools or organizations are available.

2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

BOATING GUIDELINES

No motorized boats permitted. Personal canoes and kayaks are allowed. Persons in canoes or kayaks must wear a life jacket at all times.

$10 each (Single) or $15 (Double) $10 each (Single) $20 (4-person boat) or $10 (2-person boat)

OTHER RENTALS

RENTAL INFORMATION

• Sand Volleyball • Horseshoes • Corn Hole • FREE with valid driver’s license or state ID

Rental Policies

FISHING GUIDELINES

All persons over 17 years of age must have a current TPWD Texas Freshwater Fishing License. Fishing is catch and release only. No casting nets or trout lines allowed.

RENTAL FEES (30 minutes)

• Kayak • Paddle Boards • Pedal Boat

Visit us at 201 N. 1st Street and follow our page www.facebook.com/ mcallenTownlake

• All watercraft rentals include life jackets.

• Life jackets must be worn by passengers at all times • A valid driver’s license is required for all rentals • Participation waiver must be signed and approved by rental manager for all riders.

Pavilion & Pumphouse are available to rent for birthday parties, family reunions and corporate functions. For more information contact the McAllen Parks and Recreation Administration Office at (956) 681-3333.

Take a spin on McAllen’s newest attraction.

This bike share program is available at several locations throughout the city including • Town Lake at Fireman’s Park • 2nd Street Hike & Bike Trail • McAllen Convention Center • McAllen City Hall • Downtown Park & Ride • Archer Park • McAllen Heritage Center First 60 minutes are FREE! Additional usage fees apply to trips over 60-minutes. Simply return your bike to any station and check it back out to restart your 60-minute period. Day passes can also be purchased directly at a kiosk using a credit card. For more information visit https:// mcallen.bcycle.com.

Purchase a variety of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables from local growers and farms.

Vendors also sell handmade breads, fresh eggs, grass fed beef, soaps, jams, jellies and more natural products.

Sponsored by the Hidalgo County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office. For more information contact (956) 383-1026 or visit www.facebook.com/grow.n.growers

4 SPECIAL EVENTS

Join us for a unique glow in dark fun run! Toddlers will enjoy glow sticks, music, games, contests and more at this fun-family event. Medals awarded to all finishers.

Saturday, March 12 · 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Las Palmas Community Center ·1921 N. 25th St. Ages 2 - 6 years · $7 per child · 193800.01 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 9

GET A FREE T-SHIRT

Saturday, March 19 Westside Park - 1000 S. Ware Rd. Gates open at 7:00 p.m.

Movie starts at 8:00 p.m.

FREE ADMISSION • BRING A CHAIR OR BLANKET • PACK A PICNIC CONCESSIONS AVAILABLE ON-SITE • EVENT HELD RAIN OR SHINE

Saturday, April 9 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Lark Community Center- 2601 Lark Ave. Ages 4 years & over $40 per daddy/daughter pair · 181300.01 $5 per additional daughter · 181300.02 Registration deadline: Friday, April 1st Experience a spectacular evening of dinner, dessert, fun activities and dancing with your daughter. Contact 681-3340 for more information.

SPECIAL EVENTS 5

Saturday, April 16 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Las Palmas Community Center 1921 N. 25th Street Ages 21 & Over · BYOB $12 Single · 191996.01 $20 Couple · 191996.02 Registration Deadline: Friday, April 8

It’s time again for puffy sleeves and sequins, cumberbuns and bow ties.

Experience Prom NOW! This is not a reunion party, but a chance to have PROM now with your current friends and PROM Date!

Bring blankets and chairs to snuggle under the stars with your furry friend while enjoying a movie on the big screen. Pack a picnic or concessions available on-site. Fun for the entire family!

Saturday, April 23 Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Rd. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.

Movie starts at 8:00 p.m.

It’s a special time for fathers & sons to create memories that will last a lifetime. Experience a fun-filled evening with tailgate food, bonding activities, giveaways and take home treats. Perfect way to spend some quality time with a son, step-son, god-son, grandson, or nephew.

Saturday, May 21 Kick-Off 7:30 p.m.

Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Rd. Ages 4 years & over

$40 per father/son pair ·171631.01 $5 per additional son · 171631.02

Registration deadline: Friday, May 13

6 McALLEN NATURE CENTER Explore the wonders of nature on the 3/4 mile of walking trails through native habitat.

Trails are ADA accessible. Picnic tables and restrooms available.

Weather Cancellation Policy: In the event of rain or extreme temperatures, programs will be cancelled.

4101 W. Business 83 McAllen, TX 78501 • (956) 681-3333 • www.facebook.com/McAllenNatureCenter November to May • Open Daily • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

June to October • Weekdays 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. • Weekends 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Free Admission • Programs are FREE unless otherwise noted.

FIELD TRIP OPPORTUNITIES

NATURE PROGRAMS

SCHOOL, SCOUT, CHURCH & GROUP PROGRAMS

Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the nature trails. Discover birds, butterflies, and whatever else happens along the path! The Rio Grande Valley is one of the best birding locations in the entire country. To date 181 species of birds have been seen on our 20-acre site.

Loaner binoculars are available free of charge and no experience is necessary.

Programming is available for school, scouts, as well as youth and adult church groups.

Available programs • Bird Walk • Nature Walk • Night Hike • Native Plants • Yoga in the Park • Tai Chi & Meditation • History of McAllen Nature Center • Leaf & Flower Pressing • Animal Investigations • Invasive Species • Habitat Restoration Project • Communication Challenge • Leadership & Team Building DATE: AGES: FEE: NOTE:

Scheduled by advance reservation only.

Pre-K through Adult Varies based on program length.

Call (956) 681-3333 to schedule a group.

HOMESCHOOL PROGRAMS Nature, Fitness & Teamwork

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Programming is available for school, scout as well as youth and adult church groups.

DATE: AGES: FEE: NOTE:

Scheduled by advance reservation only.

Pre-K through Adult Varies based on program length.

Call (956) 681-3333 to schedule a group.

BIRD AND NATURE WALK

VOLUNTEERS IN THE PARK

NATIVE PLANT TOUR

Projects include weeding garden beds, trail pruning, invasive species removal, raking trails, and more. Learn about native plants and their benefit to wildlife.

DATE: TIME:

DATE: TIME: AGES:

NOTE:

DATE: TIME:

Wednesday & Friday (January - April) 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Walk along the trails and through the gardens, exploring the benefits of native plants. The walk will be tailored to the participants’ interests in edible plants, backyard gardening, and more.

Wednesday (January– April) 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Tuesday & Thursday (Year- Round) 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

All ages welcome *Youth ages 15 and under welcome with the supervision of a parent or guardian only.

Groups of 6 or more, please register in advance. Call to schedule your group.

McALLEN NATURE CENTER 77 NATURALLY FIT MINDFULNESS & MEDITATION

Meditation is a great tool to relax and clear the mind. Learn to let your thoughts enter your brain, and then just pass by, rather than dwelling on them.

DATE: TIME:

Saturday (January – April ) 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

TAI CHI IN THE PARK

Tai Chi has positive effects on balance control, fitness and flexibility. Wear comfortable clothing and flexible shoes.

Program cancelled for temperatures under 60 degrees.

DATE: TIME:

Saturday (January - April) 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

POWER WALKING THROUGH THE FOREST

Exercise during a brisk walk on the trails.

Walking route follows the one-half mile loop. Join us for one loop or multiple loops.

DATE: TIME:

Sunday (January – April) 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

YOGA IN THE PARK

Designed to relieve stress and tension within the body and mind, yoga’s physical movement increases circulation and range of motion in a gentle and gradual way. Custom poses are available for any body type and skill level. Bring a yoga mat and drinking water.

ART & LIFESTYLE

FAMILY PROGRAMS

NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY

FAMILY NATURE

Learn basic tips on how to capture moments in nature using cell phones, point-and-shoots and DSLR cameras.

DATE: TIME:

Monday (January – April) 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

ART IN THE PARK

Create a fun project under the oak trees.

Each session projects vary from painting a reusable cloth grocery bag, markers on ceramic tiles, watercolors, sketching and more.

DATE: TIME: AGES:

Tuesday (January – April) 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

16 years and up (No Exceptions)

NOVEL READ-ALOUD & DISCUSSION

DATE: TIME:

Wednesday (January – April) 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Enjoy a chapter from an environmental themed book read aloud and followed by a short discussion. Don’t miss out on this relaxing and inspiring discussion

DATE: TIME:

Saturday (January – April) 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

DATE: TIME:

SUNSET YOGA DATE: February March 4 & 11 March 18 & 25 April May

Friday 5:00 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

6:30 p.m.

6:30 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

Saturday (January – April) 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

LIVING GREEN

It’s easy being green! Each week explore your options in a fun and informative discussion on healthier living and simple ways to make a difference in both the environment and your life.

DATE: TIME:

Saturday (January – April) 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Bring the whole family and enjoy nature together! A different activity is featured each week. Topics include flowers, photography, birds, leaves, bugs & more!

DATE: TIME:

Saturday (January – April) 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

FRIDAY NIGHT HIKE

Discover creatures of the night! Look for spiders, bats, scorpions, toads and other nocturnal animals. Each week is a new adventure. Bring a flashlight, bug spray, and wear closed-toed shoes.

DATE: TIME:

Friday (Year-Round) 6:15 p.m. January 6:30 p.m. February 6:45 p.m. March 4 & 11 7:45 p.m. March 18 & 25 8:00 p.m. April 8:15 p.m. May

8 YOUTH SPORTS BASEBALL & SOFTBALL SKILLS

Basic introduction to techniques including catching, and batting.

skills and throwing,

soccer skills

Introduction to basic soccer skills including ball control, dribbling & passing.

PLACE: DATE:

AGE:

Lark Community Center Tuesday & Thursday Session 1: February 23 - March 31 Session 2: April 5 - May 5 3 - 4 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 5 - 6 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7&Up 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28

PLACE: DATE:

AGE:

Lark Community Center Monday & Wednesday Session 1: February 22 - March 30 Session 2: April 4 - May 7 3 - 4 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 5 - 6 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7&Up 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28

AGE SESSION 1 3 - 4 183730.01 5 - 6 183731.01 7&Up 183732.01

AGE SESSION 1 3 - 4 183710.01 5 - 6 183711.01 7&Up 183712.01

PLACE: DATE:

AGE:

Palm View Community Center Tuesday & Thursday Session 1: February 23 - March 31 Session 2: April 5 - May 5 3 - 4 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 5 - 6 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7&Up 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28

AGE SESSION 1 3 - 4 173730.01 5 - 6 173731.01 7&Up 173732.01

SESSION 2 183730.02 183731.02 183732.02

SESSION 2 173730.02 173730.02 173732.02

BASKETBALL SKILLS

Learn and develop the skills to play recreationally or competitively. Coach Stanley Asumnu is a former player for the Rio Grande Valley Vipers and was a member of 2010 Championship team. He was also a member of the three time state champion basketball team for Westbury High School in Houston. Asumnu also played football and basketball at the University of Tennessee.

PLACE: Lark Community Center DATE: Monday & Wednesday

TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

AGES: 6 & Up FEE: $95 per session 183902.01 For more information on sessions dates, please contact the Lark Community Center at 956-681-3340

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McAllen Track & FIELD Club

Under the direction of Coach Tony Trejo, continue your track & field training to stay ahead of the competition. Keep in shape while improving your technique, strength and stamina!

DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:

Monday & Tuesday 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Jackson Elementary Park 5 - 18 years $40 per session

Session 1: February 1 - February 22 Session 2: February 29 - March 29 Session 3: April 4 - May 3

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YOUTH ARCHERY - BEGINNER

The archery series of classes concentrates on range and safety rules, range courtesy, fundamentals of archery, and is taught using compound equipment. Equipment bows, arrows and targets are provided.

DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:

Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

Palm View Community Center 8 - 14 years $30 Resident/$40 Non-Resident

Session 1: February 23 - March 31 Session 2: April 5 - May 5

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Volleyball Skills & Drills

Learn and develop the skills to play recreationally or competitively. Dr. Chavez has accumulated 17 years of experience playing volleyball internationally and as a physical education teacher. Dr. Chavez is also a member of (AVCA) American Volleyball Coach Association and National Alliance for Youth Sports (NYSCA).

“Bumpers” Beginner - Intermediate

DATE: Wednesday TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center AGE: 6 years & Up FEE: $65 per session *CLASS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR REFUNDS. Session 2: February 10 - March 2 Session 3: March 9 - March 30* Session 4: April 6 - April 27

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*No class held during observance of Spring Break.

“Hitters” Advanced-Competitive

DATE: Monday TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center AGE: 6 years & Up FEE: $65 per session *CLASS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR REFUNDS. Session 2: February 8 - February 29 Session 3: March 7 - April 4* Session 4: April 11 - May 2 Session 5: May 9 - May 30

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*No class held during observance of Spring Break.

Volleyball Skills

Introduction to basic volleyball skills learning the fundamentals of coordination including bump, set, spike and serve.

PLACE: DATE:

AGE:

Palm View Community Center Monday & Wednesday Session 1: February 22 - March 30 Session 2: April 4 - May 4 3 - 4 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 5 - 6 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7&Up 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28

AGE SESSION 1 3 - 4 173750.01 5 - 6 173751.01 7&Up 173752.01

SESSION 2 173750.02 173751.02 173752.02

YOUTH SPORTS 9 SATURDAY, APRIL 30 · START TIME: 9:00 A.M. WESTSIDE PARK · 1000 S. WARE RD.

McAllen Youth Soccer Association

4311 N. 10th Street Ste. A · McAllen, Texas 78504 Office Hours: Monday - Friday · 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

(956) 631-0431 · www.mysasoccer.com MYSA is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization

DYNAMO Jr.’s Academy

Development programs focuses on skills and team concepts. All classes are age appropriate and emphasize teaching children how to think on the field while having fun. Sessions contain both basic technique and small-sided games. Players need to bring: Size soccer ball/water/soccer shoes/shin guards.

DATE: Mondays PLACE: McAllen Sports Park TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

AGES: Boys & Girls 3 to 12 years

Session 1: February 8 - 29 Fee: $30 Session 2: March 7 - 28* Fee: $25 Session 3: April 4 - 25 Fee: $30 *No training held Spring Break week.

MYSA Registration Recreational teams U4-U12 boys & girls

AGES: Boys & Girls 3 to12 years old (players born between 8/1/02 - 7/31/2012) Spring Season: February 27 - April 30 Games are held every Saturday at De Leon Soccer Fields New players need to bring birth certificate, passport or immunization record.

For more information contact (956) 631-0431

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family fun begins

YOUTH & ADULT DIVISIONS · VISIT WWW.TAAF.COM TO REGISTER ARCHERY · BASKETBALL · BRAZILIAN JUI JITSU · BOXING · CYCLING · DISC GOLF GOLF · PICKLEBALL · SKATEBOARDING SOCCER · SOFTBALL ·SWIMMING TABLE TENNIS · TRACK & FIELD · TENNIS · VOLLEY BALL · WRESTLING

10 YOUTH EVENING CLASSES Program

PLACE DaY Age

Twinkle Toes (Ballet) PVCC M & W

Painting Creative PVCC M & W

Volleyball Skills PVCC M & W

Tumbling PVCC M & W

Baseball & Softball PVCC T & TH

Dance PVCC T & TH

Ballet LCC M & W

Soccer Skills LCC M & W

Tasty Treat LCC M & W

Arts & Crafts LCC M & W

Cheer LCC T & TH

Team Building LCC T & TH

Baseball & Softball LCC T & TH

Kids Ceramics LCC T & TH

Hands on Art LPCC M & W Ukulele Jr. LPCC M & W Tumbling LPCC M & W

Teen Chef LPCC M & W Folklorico LPCC T & TH

Just Dance LPCC T & TH

Ballet LPCC T & TH Acoustic Guitar LPCC T & TH

2 years 3 - 4 5 - 6 7 & Up 3 - 4 5-6 7 - 10 3-4 5 - 6 7 & Up 3 - 4 5 - 6 7 & Up 3-4 5 - 6 7 & Up 5 - 6 7 & Up 2 years 3 - 4 3 - 4 5 - 7 3 - 4 5 - 6 7 & Up 3 - 4 5 - 6 7 & Up 3 - 4 5 - 7 8 - 10 3 - 4 5 - 7 8 - 10 3 - 4 5 - 7 8 - 10 3 - 4 5 - 6 7 & Up 5 - 6 7 & Up 3 - 6 8 - 13 3 - 6 7 - 12 13 - 17 3 - 6 7 - 12 3 - 6 7 - 13 3 - 6 7 - 12

Time

FEE

5:25 - 5:55 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:50- 7:35 p.m. R $23 NR $28 5:25 - 5:55 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7:10 -7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:50 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 5:45 - 6:30 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:05 - 6:35 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:40 - 7:25 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:05 - 6:35 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:40 - 7:25 p.m. R $23 NR $28 6:40 - 7:10 p.m. R $18 NR $23 5:45 - 6:30 p.m. R $23 NR $28 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. R $23 NR $28

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CLASS DATES

Session 1 February 22 - March 31* Session 2 April 4 - May 5 *NO CLASSES HELD DURING SPRING BREAK MARCH 14 - 18

Class Locations

LPCC Las Palmas Community Center 1921 N. 25th St. PVCC Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Rd. LCC Lark Community Center 2601 Lark Ave.

CLASS FEES

30 minute AGE 2 - 6 $18 Resident/ $23 Non-Resident 45 minute AGE 7 & Up $23 Resident/ $28 Non-Resident

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS Acoustic Guitar - Learn proper techniques to play, including strumming and chords. Participant is required to provide acoustic guitar.

Arts & Crafts - Explore a variety of art media & create your own masterpiece to take home!

Ballet - Introduction to the graceful art form of ballet.

Learn positions, balance and coordination.

Baseball & Softball Skills - Basic introduction to skills techniques including throwing, catching & batting.

Cheer - Introduction to cheer skills and techniques.

Include cheer, jumps and dances.

Dance/Just Dance - Learn how to move, slide, and twist with different dance techniques.

Folklorico - Learn the many different styles of traditional Mexican dance and choreography.

Football Skills - Learn basic football skills including throwing, kicking, blocking and punting.

Hands on Art - Get creative and get your hands busy with paint, glitter & glue creating fun seasonal crafts.

Kids Ceramics - Students will learn to design and create objects made from clay, and greenware pieces.

This class allows room for personal exploration and discovery. This class may be repeated as new projects and techniques are introduced each session.

Painting Creative - Work with a variety of paint and materials to create your own masterpiece.

Soccer Skills - Basic introduction to skill techniques including running, passing and kicking. Tennis shoes required. Activity takes place indoors and outdoors.

Tasty Treat - Make do-it-yourself desserts & appetizers as well as learn fun food facts and take home recipes!

Team Building - Help members of our youth to get to know each other, build trust, and learn to work together in fun, constructive ways.

Tumbling - Learn basic tumbling skills from forward rolls, cartwheels and basic back handsprings.

Ukulele Jr. Great for beginners and fun to play! Learn chords, songs, and more! Ukulele required.

Volleyball Skills - Intro to basic volleyball skills. Learn the fundamental form of eye coordination, setting, serving, spiking, and bumping. Experience a gym and outdoor setting.

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TEEN TIME

TEEN CHEF

Have some fun afterschool playing sports and games, using your creativitiy on projects, crafts, cooking and other exciting activities.

Enjoy cooking independence in this hands-on class. Learn valuable culinary skills and techniques.

DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:

DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 6::00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center AGE: 13 - 17 years FEE: $30 Resident/ $40 Non-Resident Session 1: February 22 - March 28 #193510.01 Session 2: April 4 - May 2 #193510.02

Monday - Friday 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Palm View Community Center 6th Grade - 16 years FREE!

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

Supervised after school play and homework help are available at select McAllen ISD elementary schools. *The After School program is only available during regular class days and early release days. The program observes all school holidays.

DATE: TIME: AGE: FEE:

Monday - Friday* 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Kinder - 5th Grade $40 per child per school semester

Alvarez Elementary...........................2606 Gumwood Bonham Elementary...............................2400 Jordan Escandon Elementary............................2901 Colbath Fields Elementary......................................500 Dallas Jackson Elementary.................................501 Harvey

McAuliffe Elementary...........................3000 Daffodil Navarro Elementary..........................2100 Hackberry Sam Houston Elementary..........................3221 Olga Wilson Elementary........................1200 W Hackberry Lark Community Center*............................2601 Lark *Garza Elementary

Celebrate the sky with kites! Enjoy some fun flying kites while learning abouth their rich history and stunning artistry.

Bring your own kite or create one on site.

Saturday, May 14 Las Palmas Community Center 路 1921 N. 25th Street 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Admission $2 per person

12 AQUATICS PROGRAMS Public Swimming Municipal Pool 1921 N. Bicentennial Ave. $2.50 per person May 2 - May 31 Saturday & Sunday 1:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Los Encinos Pool 3300 Sarah Ave. $1.50 per person

It’s time for some spring break fun! Experience an exciting change to public swim with games, contests, prizes, music & tons of fun for all ages including children, tweens and teens!

SPRING BREAK, MARCH 14 - 18 3:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. MUNICIPAL POOL - 1921 N. BICENTENNIAL BLVD. $2.50 PER PERSON

May 2 - May 31 Saturday & Sunday 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Bring the kids for some spring time fun!

Enjoy this twist to the traditional egg hunt.

Hunting groups divided by ages.

Win prizes, candy and a special guest appearances!

Lap Swimming Municipal Pool 1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd. $1.00 per person

SATURDAY, MARCH 19 EGG HUNT BEGINS AT 1:00 P.M. PUBLIC SWIM 2:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. MUNICIPAL POOL-1921 N. BICENTENNIAL BLVD. $2.50 PER PERSON

January 4 - May 31 Monday - Friday 5:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.

Daily Monday - Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Boys & Girls Club Pool 617 S. 27th Street $1.00 per person January 4 - May 31 Monday - Friday 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Join us for a unique glow in the dark pool party!

Enjoy glow sticks, DJ music, games, contests and more at this fun-family event.

SATURDAY, APRIL 16 6:30 P.M. – 10:30 P.M. MUNICIPAL POOL - 1921 N. BICENTENNIAL BLVD. $2.50 PER PERSON

Water Aerobics Boys & Girls Club Pool 617 S. 27th Street $1.00 per person May 5 - May 31 Tuesday & Thursday 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

THIS PARTY IS OFF THE LEASH!

Let your dog splash and play at this pool party designed just for them. Bring your dog and favorite toys for a fun dip in the pool.

Plus win some cool doggie door prizes! Proof of current rabies vaccinations required for entry.

SATURDAY, APRIL 30 11:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. LOS ENCINOS POOL - 3300 SARAH AVE. $1.50 PER DOG - OWNERS FREE! 2 DOGS MAX PER OWNER

AQUATICS PROGRAMS 13 GUS & GOLDIE LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM Join Gus & Goldie to learn important water safety skills. Each participant will receive an official Gus & Goldie t-shirt and certificate of achievement.

Advance registration is required and space is limited.

Parent & Baby Infant (6-18 months) Designed to teach parents how to work safely and effectively with their infant to help develop water adjustment skills and learn to have fun in the water. One parent per child is allowed in the water at a time. Swim diapers and swim suits are necessary for infants. No diapers or disposable swim diapers are allowed.

Parent & Baby Toddler (18-48 months) Reinforces skills learned in the infant level class and progresses to learn more advanced skills age appropriate for a toddler. One parent per child is allowed in the water at a time. Swim diapers and swim suits are necessary for infants. No diapers or disposable swim diapers are allowed.

Pre-School (4-5 years) Learn basic water adjustment skills with an emphasis on play to prepare children for comfort in the water for Level 1 & 2. It is designed to teach swimmer independence with initial play in the wading pool and progression to the main pool when students are ready.

Advanced Pre-School (4-5 years) The advanced preschool is like the preschool class, but will have students start to work on level 1 material at an earlier age. Students must have taken the preschool class to enroll.

YOUTH Level 1 & 2 (6-13 years) Swimmers will start to learn basic water exploration and swimming skills. This class covers submersion under the water, floating & gliding on front & back, rhythmic breathing, safety skills, and front & back crawls at a beginner level.

YOUTH Level 3 (6-13 years) Designed to build upon skills learned at Levels 1 & 2. The back crawl will be expanded and the front crawl will be perfected. Students will also learn to tread water.

YOUTH Level 4 (6-13 years) Designed to build upon the skills mastered at Level 3. Students develop more endurance to swim greater distances. Breaststroke and sidestroke are also taught.

Adult & Teen For adults/teens who either want to overcome their fear of the water or for adults that are comfortable in the water, but would like to improve their strokes.

LEARN TO SWIM SCHEDULE DATE: Tuesday - Friday (May 3 -13) PLACE: Municipal Pool FEE: $30 Resident / $40 Non-Resident Parent & INFANT

6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

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Parent & TODDLER

6:40 p.m. - 7:10 p.m.

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Pre-SCHool

6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

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6:40 p.m. - 7:10 p.m.

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Youth

6:00 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.

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6:50 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

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Adult & Teen

9:00 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.

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7:20 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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Lifeguard TRAINING

Train to become a certified American Red Cross lifeguard and learn valuable skills including injury prevention, facility safety , patron surveillance, emergency preparation, rescue skills, victim assessment, First Aid, CPR/AED and care for head, neck and spinal injuries.

Prerequisite: Participant must be able to swim 300 yards continuously, complete a timed retrieval of a 10lb object from a depth of 6 ft., tread water with no hands for 2 minutes in deep water. In the event a participant fails to complete the prerequisite test, he/she may request a refund of half the registration fee or request to transfer to a later training course date.

DATE: Thursday & Friday 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: TBA AGE: 15 year & Up FEE: $125* (*$50 NON-REFUNDABLE) Session 1: March 10 - 13 Session 2: April 7 - 10 Session 3: April 21 - 24

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mAKOS SWIM

This non-competitive swim team focuses on technique & conditioning.

Participants are required to swim 25 yards continuously. To determine ability levels, all new participants must be present on the first day of class for individual skill evaluations.

DATE: Tuesday & Thursday (April 4 - 28) TIME: Beginner 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Intermediate 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Advamce 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: Boys & Girls Club Pool, 617 S. 27th Street AGE: 5 - 18 years FEE: $20 Resident/$30 Non-Resident ACTIVITY# 143701.01

TAAF SPRING Swim TEAM

To determine ability levels, all new participants must be present on the first day of class for individual skill evaluations.

DATE: Monday, Wednesday & Friday (May 2 - 27) TIME: Beginner 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Intermediate 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Advance 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: Boys & Girls Club Pool, 617 S. 27th Street AGE: 5 years - 18 years FEE: $20 Resident/ $30 Non-Resident ACTIVITY# 143720.01

14 QUINTA MAZATLAN QUINTA MAZATLAN

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Tuesday - Saturday · 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursday Family Nights until dark

World Birding Center 600 Sunset Drive in McAllen (956) 681-3370 www.quintamazatlan.com

ADMISSION FEE $3 Adults · $2 Seniors & Children (5-12) Ages 4 and under FREE Annual membership passes available.

Directions Take Exp. 83 to 10th St. exit. Travel South on 10th St. Turn East on Sunset (Hotel on corner).

Proceed along Sunset to Quinta Mazatlan.

Gates with parking out front.

YOUTH & SCOUT PROGRAMS

Call to arrange activities to meet specific badge requirements related to nature including: Trees, Habitats, Flowers, Insects, Planting, Birding, Geocaching

DATE: TIME:

FEE:

Saturdays Session 1: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Session 2: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. $5 per person - $50 minimum

GROUP RESERVATIONS LoW Ropes CHALLENGE COURSE

The outdoor course offers programs designed to address the needs of your group from scouts, school, community organizations and corporate.

Our team building & leadership development program activities are the foundation for building effective teamwork. Throughout the course our trained staff guides your group through a sequence of events that address problem solving initiatives and low ropes course elements.

Take the challenge and sign up today!

TIME 8-16 people 17-32 people 2 - 3 hours $150 $300 4 hours $200 $400 6 hours $300 $600 8 hours $400 $800

Advance registration required!

Minimum Age: 12 years. program is designed for youth, adults & corporate groups.

Call (956) 681-3370 to make a reservation

FAMIILY PROGRAMS

BUCKETS OF FUN!

Preschool children and their parents will have BUCKETS OF FUN with hands-on, nature-inspired lessons filled with song, discovery, socializing, movement and exploration!

DATE: TIME: AGES: FEE:

Thursdays (September - April) 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

2 - 5 years Included in General Admission Large groups, please register in advance.

January 14 Welcome to the Forest!

21 Feathered Friends 28 Nature Artists February 4 Touch and Feel Nature 11 We Love Feeding Birds!

18 We Love Trees and Leaves!

25 5, 6, Pick Up Sticks!

March 3 Let’s Rock with Rocks!

10 NO PROGRAM 17 Peek-a-Boo...Where are you?

24 Leaves & Flowers, Stems & Roots 31 Springtime is Planting Time April 7 Butterflies & Ladybugs!

21 Picnic in Nature

SPECIAL EVENTS GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT

Spend your morning learning about birds and then enter them into a database. Your sightings count and contribute to citizen science! It’s fun!

DATE: Saturday, February TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

FEE: $3.00 person

NATURE EGG HUNT

The Easter Bunny is coming to Quinta!

Come and learn about NATURE’s eggs in a fun-filled morning with nature arts and crafts, an egg scavenger hunt on the trails, a museum of forest creatures and the variety of eggs in the world, and a final colored egg hunt!

DATE: Saturday, March 26 TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

FEE: $3.00 person

EARTH DAY IN THE DIRT

Come be part of our Earth Day Team and help us restore our part of nature.

Projects include planting, mulching, weeding and more. Open to individuals, groups and companies. Call to reserve your piece of dirt. All who work will receive a FREE “Day in the Dirt” t-shirt.

Bring your lunch.

DATE: Saturday, April 23 TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

FEE: $3.00 person

Great texas birding classic big sit

Come cheer on the Quinta Mazatlan team “Quinta Mas-Sit-Lawn” as they compete with other teams across the state to see who can spot the most birds in a 24 hour period from a specific area.

DATE: Saturday, April 30 TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

QUINTA MAZATLAN 15 VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS

Join our volunteer coordinator for a fun morning of hands on work and learning in our native gardens! Students, earn your service hours at Quinta Mazatlan! We are also a site certified for Texas Master Naturalist hours.

DATE: TIME: AGES:

Wednesday & Saturday (YEAR ROUND) 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

All ages welcome (14 and under with the supervision of a parent or guardian only).

workshops

BACKYARD HABITAT STEWARD

ADULT PROGRAMS TOUR THE MANSION & GARDENS No reservations required. For groups of 15 or more, please call to reserve a private tour!

Tours are included in General Admission $2 Seniors (65+) & $3 Adults

SONGBIRD STROLL

Join an expert birder on a bird walk for all skill levels! Over 263 species have been seen in the park since 2006!

No experience necessary, and loaner binoculars are available.

DATE: Tuesday & Saturday (Year Round) TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 am

Garden Walk & Talk

Drop in to chat and walk with a garden expert. Enjoy the theme garden walks with interesting stories about plants and gardens. Each month the topic will change based on the season.

DATE: Wednesday (October - April) TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

HISTORY Tour

Bring your friends and tour one of the largest adobe homes in the state of Texas. Hear about the tales of the families that built and lived at Quinta Mazatlan for a total of 60 years before the City of McAllen purchased the estate and opened it in 2006 as a mansion with a mission.

DATE: Friday (October- April) TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

private GROUP tours

Call to book a special tour for your group.

FEE: $5 per person with a $50 minimum.

Gain knowledge and resources to create a wildlife habitat in your own backyard. Six classes cover native trees, attracting wildlife, butterfly gardening, healthy soils with compost & mulch, designing your backyard habitat.

DATE: TIME: FEE:

Tuesday (February 2 - March 8) 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $60. Advance Registration Required.

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Beginning Birders

Learn all the basic skills needed to begin a lifelong hobby! Topics include selecting binoculars and field guides, bird identification, migration basics, what birds eat, ethics and guidelines, and where to find birds in the RGV. DATE: Wednesday & Friday (March 2 - April 1) TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

FEE: $50. Advance Registration Required.

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INTERMEDIATE Birders

No longer a beginner, but not yet a master? Study birds found across the state of Texas with a focus on species that are harder to identify.

DATE: TIME: FEE:

Tuesday & Thursday (March 1 - March 31) 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $50. Advance Registration Required.

ACTIVITY# 167101.01

Exciting world of birds

An advanced birding workshop, focus on different groups with the help of Erik Bruhnke.

DATE: Saturday TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

FEE: $3 per person. No advance registration.

March 5 Warblers March 19 Gulls

March 12 Raptors March 26 Pelagic Birds

Note: Large groups, please call in advance so staff can prepare. And dress for outside work!

NATURE SPEAKER SERIES

Explore nature Thursday evenings with great speakers about everything from birds and butterflies to culture and art of the Rio Grande Valley.

DATE: Thursday TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

AGES: Adults FEE: $3 per person The educational series is brought to you by the generous sponsorship of Thurmond Eye Associates.

FEBRUARY

4 Social & Smart Phone Nature Photography: Ruth Hoyt 11 Valentine’s Concert in the Park featuring Joel Laviolette & Rattletree Austin 18 Citrus in the Rio Grande Valley: Elisha Ensign, Texas Citrus Mutual 25 Agriculture in the RGV: Brad Cowan, Texas Agrilife Hidalgo County Extension Office

MARCH

3 Rare Birds in Texas: Erik Bruhnke, Naturally Avaian 17 Milkweek & Monarchs: Mark Klym, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department 24 Meet your Neighboors-Connecting People with Wildlife 31 Water-wise Gardening: Plant Beautiful Native: Richard Moore - Unveiling of new documentary sponsored by McAllen Public Utility

APRIL

7 Caterpillars and Butterflies: Berry Nall

16 ADULT SPORTS ADULT ATHLETIC LEAGUES

Registration is accepted in person on a first-come, first-serve basis on February 1 - 4 from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the Palm View Community Center located at 3401 Jordan Rd. Softball registration will take place on the corresponding day of play (i.e.Co-Rec leagues, register on Monday, Tuesday leagues register on Tuesday, etc.) For more information contact Athletics Superintendent Victor Ayala at (956) 681-3333.

ADULT SPORTS ADULT SPORTS

ADULT CO-ED CHICAGO STYLE SOFTBALL LEAGUE AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: February 16 - April 19 PLACE: Cascade Park, 1000 Bales Rd. FEE: $295 per team MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on February 11 at 7:00 p.m.

McALLEN MARATHON SCOTT CRANE MEMORIAL RUN JANUARY 15, 2017

ADULT A.S.A. SOFTBALL LEAGUE Divisions: B, C, D, E and Co-Rec

AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: February 15 - April 22 PLACE: Westside Softball Complex,1000 S. Ware Rd. FEE: $350 per team MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on February 12 at 7:00 p.m.

ADULT VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE

AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: February 18 - April 21 PLACE: Palm View Community Center, 3401 Jordan Rd. FEE: $230 per team MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on February 10 at 7:00 p.m.

ADULT KICKBALL LEAGUE

AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day play DATE: February 17 - April 25 PLACE: Los Encinos Park , 2900 Sarah Ave. FEE: $225 per team

MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on February 9 at 7:00 p.m.

ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE

AGE No younger than 18 of the first day of play DATE: February 16 - April 19 PLACE: Lark Community Center , 2601 Lark Ave. FEE: $275 per team

MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Lark Community Center on February 10 at 7:00 p.m.

FULL MARATHON · HALF MARATHON 5-PERSON RELAY · 5K FAMILY FUN RUN ROUTE · START & FINISH McALLEN CONVENTION CENTER RELAY CATEGORIES · OPEN · JUNIORS · MASTERS ·

GRAND MASTERS · SENIOR · MILITARY/LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS DATE 01/15/16 - 06/30/16 07/01/16 - 09/30/16 10/01/16 - 11/30/16 12/01/16 - 01/13/17

FULL $70 $80 $90 $105

HALF $50 $60 $70 $85

RELAY $30 $40 $50 $65

5K $15 $20 $25 $30

REGISTER TODAY

WWW.MCALLENMARATHON.COM

ADULT PROGRAMS 17 2015 - 2016 Concert Season

November 10 • December 15 • February 9 • March 22

7:30 p.m. $5 per ticket

Trinity Worship Center • 4801 N. Cage Blvd. Pharr Pre-sale tickets available at any McAllen Community Center, Weslaco Chamber of Commerce, All Valley Wilder R.V. Resorts, Aladdin Villas in Mission and at the door on the concert night if available.

For more information visit www.mcallentownband.org

Adult Open Gym

Here’s a chance to practice your skills or play a friendly pick-up game at your local community center gym. *Program is offered pending space availability.

BASKETBALL

DATE: Tuesday & Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday* 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: Adults 18 & Over FEE: $1.00 per day DATE: Saturday* 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center AGE: Adults 18 & Over FEE: $1.00 per day

VOLLEYBALL

DATE: Monday & Wednesday 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday 12:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: Adults 18 & Over FEE: $1.00 per day

Pickleball

DATE: Monday - Thursday 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: Adults 18 & Over FEE: $1 per day

VOLKSSPORT

Volkssporting started in Germany and is a personal fitness sports and recreation program offering non-competitive walks.

As a Volkssporter, sign in for your walk, pay a small fee and you’re on your way with map and walk details in hand. A fun and healthy experience for the novice or experienced hiker.

Local routes • FEE $3 PER ROUTE McAllen - Historic Casa De Palmas Hotel McAllen - Quinta Mazatlan Mission - Bentsen RGV State Park For more information visit www.ava.org to see available routes from across the United States.

UKULELE

Learn to play this fun instrument invented in Hawaii during the 1900s.

Learn chords, songs, and more! Ukulele required.

DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 6:40 p.m. - 7:25 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center FEE: $23 Residents/$28 Non-Residents Session 1: February 22 - March 28 Session 2: April 4 - May 2

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ADULT & TEEN LEARN TO SWIM

For adults/teens who either want to overcome their fear of the water or for adults that are comfortable in the water, but would like to improve their strokes.

DATE: Tuesday - Friday (May 3 -13) PLACE: Municipal Pool FEE: $30 Resident / $40 Non-Resident 9:00 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.

7:20 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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18 SENIOR PROGRAMS The City of McAllen Parks and Recreation is proud to offer a wide variety of activities for members of the senior community ages 50 and over. Each member is encouraged to learn something new or take part in a favorite activity. Special events and presentations held throughout the month include birthday celebrations, volunteer opportunities, coffee club and day trips. Programs are FREE unless otherwise noted.

SENIOR NEWSLETTER

Check out what’s going on in the senior community! Pick up your senior newsletter and calendar at Lark, Las Palmas and Palm View Community Centers each month.

DAILY NUTRITION PROGRAM

Hot nutritional meals provided for seniors ages 60 and older. Participants must register in advance.

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

FEE: $0.25 minimum donation Contact Lark, Las Palmas or Palm View Community Centers to register or for menu information.

SENIOR MONTHLY DANCE

HEALTH & FITNESS Senior Zumba

DATE: Wednesday & Friday TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 10:10 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

Walking Club

DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

DATE: Tuesday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

YOGA

Come and dance to the sounds of a live Spanish music band. Move and groove with new and old friends.

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

DATE: Third Wednesday of the month TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center FEE: $1.50 per person

DATE: Monday, Wednesday & Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

SENIOR MONTHLY TRIP

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

Take a day trip and visit interesting places and special events throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Location, date, time and fee vary. Ask your local community center for more information.

DANCE FITNESS

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

Senior Stretch

SENIOR AEROBICS

Senior Fitness

Pickleball

DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:

Tuesday - Thursday 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Palm View Community Center Adults 18 & Over $1 per day

Volleyball

DATE:

TIME: PLACE:

Monday - Tuesday Thursday - Friday 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Lark Community Center

19 SENIOR YOUTH PROGRAMS CAMPS ARTS & CRAFTS Senior crochet & Knitting

DATE: Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center DATE: Tuesday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center DATE: Wednesday & Friday TIME: 11:00 a.m. .- 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

CERAMICS

DATE: TIME: PLACE: FEE:

Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Las Palmas Community Center Cost for materials

DATE: TIME: PLACE: FEE:

Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Lark Community Center Cost of materials

Conjunto Las Palmas

DATE: Thursday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

International & Line dance

DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

DATE: Friday TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

DATE: Thursday TIME: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

GAMES

DATE: Monday & Tuesday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

BILLIARDS

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

Bingo/Chalupa

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center DATE: Last Tuesday of the Month TIME: 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center DATE: FEE: TIME: PLACE:

Every other Friday $0.25 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Lark Community Center

BOARD & Card GAMES

Senior keyboarding

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

KARAOKE

DATE: Monday & Friday TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

Arts & Crafts

DATE: Wednesday & Friday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

DATE: Friday TIME: 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

DATE: Monday & Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

DATE: Monday TIME: 9:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

Drawing & Painting

DATE: TIME: PLACE: FEE:

Monday,Wednesday & Friday 9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.

Lark Community Center Cost of materials

GOLDEN LARKS

DATE: Tuesdays TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

Duplicate Bridge

Party Bridge

DOMINOES

DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Lark Community Center Las Palmas Community Center

poker & Card Games

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

EVENTS HELD JANUARY - MARCH 2016 REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.MCALLENPARKS.NET OR IN PERSON AT ANY McALLEN COMMUNITY CENTER 500 CARD GAME • BRIDGE (CONTRACT) • BRIDGE (DUPLICATE) CRIBBAGE • EUCHRE • HEARTS • PINOCHLE • TEXAS HOLD ‘EM POKER • BAKE-OFF • BIKE & BIRDING TOUR CROSSWORD PUZZLE SERIES • MINIATURE GOLF RACEWAY THUNDER • THE GREAT CHASE WALK & TALK • WASHERS • BILLIARDS 8-BALL BILLIARDS 9-BALL • BOWLING • GOLF • HORSESHOES PÉTANQUE • PICKLEBALL • SHUFFLEBOARD • SWIMMING RACE WALK • TABLE TENNIS • VOLLEYBALL & MORE!

GENERAL INFO CITY OF McALLEN ELECTED OFFICIALS

PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD Jim Darling MAYOR

Hilda Salinas MAYOR PRO-TEM COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 3

Brian Lewis Cesar Aguirre Dora Brown Troy Gearhart Erik I. Gonzalez Chris Henderson Marcos A. Lopez Raymond Moreno Ronnie Ozuna Daniel R. Santos Robert Swanson Joaquin Zamora

DIRECTORY OFFICES & SITES Parks & Recreation Administration - 1000 S. Ware Rd... .(956) 681-3333 Lark Community Center - 2601 Lark Ave........................(956) 681-3340 Las Palmas Community Center - 1921 N. 25th St...........(956) 681-3350 Palm View Community Center - 3401 Jordan Rd............(956) 681-3360 Quinta Mazatlan Nature Center - 600 Sunset Drive........(956) 681-3370 McAllen Memorial Library - 4100 N. 23rd St...................(956) 681-3000 Palm View Golf Course - 2701 S. Ware Rd.......................(956) 681-3444 Town Lake at Firemen’s Park - 201 N. 1st St....................(956) 681-3382 McAllen Youth Soccer Association - 4313 N. 10th St.......(956) 631-0431 McAllen Chamber of Commerce -1200 Ash Ave..............(956) 682-2871 McAllen I.S.D - 2000 N. 23rd St.......................................(956) 618-6000 Metro McAllen - 1501 W. Highway 83............................(956) 681-3500 McAllen City Hall - 1300 Houston Ave............................(956) 681-1000 McAllen Boys & Girls Clubs Othal E. Brand Center - 2620 W. Galveston Ave................(956) 682-3581 Glen E. & Rita K. Roney Center - 4501 N. 34th St............(956) 687-3910 McAllen Convention Center.............................................(956) 681-3800

Aida Ramirez MAYOR PRO-TEM COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 4

RICHARD CORTEZ COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 1

Trey Pebley COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 2

John Ingram COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 5

700 Convention Center Blvd.

PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF Administration Director, Mike Hernandez Deputy Director - Operations, Robert Canterbury Deputy Director - Recreation, Elvira Alonzo Management Assistant, Shane Stockton Supervisor of Accounts, Mary Ann Juarez

1900 Nolana Ave.

Operations Interim Horticulture Manager, Jose Fuentes Park Manager, Jesse Ybarra Building Maintenance Manager, Richard Martinez

PAVILION, POOL & CENTER RENTALS

Recreation Superintendent of Recreation, Rick Krauss Superintendent of Athletics, Victor Ayala Superintendent of Aquatics, Ana Romero Marketing & Events Coordinator, Leslie A. Howland Supervisor of Recreation, Kori Waters Supervisor of Recreation, Tiffany Kersten Lark Community Center Manager, Denny A. Meline Supervisor of Recreation, Marcello Langoni Supervisor of Recreation, Megan Gerling Las Palmas Community Center Manager, Sarai Garcia Supervisor of Recreation, Ilea O’Donnell

Veronica Whitacre COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 6

International Museum of Arts & Science........................(956) 682-1564

Palm View Community Center Manager, Jesse Franco Supervisor of Recreation, Kristyna Mancias

AQUATIC FACILITIES Municipal Pool - 1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd....................(956) 681-3381 Boys Club Municipal Pool - 617 S. 27th St.......................(956) 681-3383 Los Encinos Pool - 3300 Sarah Ave..................................(956) 681-3384 Cascade Pool - 1000 Bales Rd..........................................(956) 681-3385

Reserve a park pavilion, pool or community center for your next special event! Perfect for birthday parties, family reunions, weddings, anniversaries and baby showers.

Reservations are accepted in person during regular business hours at the following locations: - Lark Community Center (956) 681-3340 - Las Palmas Community Center (956) 681-3350 - Palm View Community Center (956) 681-3360 SEE PAGE 2 FOR ADDRESS AND BUSINESS HOURS. Utility bill is required to show proof of McAllen residency. Rental fee and deposit must be paid in full at time of reservation. For more information on pricing and availability of dates please contact your nearest community center. Information can also be found online at www.mcallen.net.

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