2 GENERAL INFORMATION A MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR - JIM DARLING
Here in the city of McAllen everyone matters. The facilities and services the Parks and Recreation Department offers are designed to meet the needs of the entire community including children, teens, adults, seniors and even the family pet. The department offers a variety classes, camps and events for all to enjoy throughout the entire year. We welcome the opportunity to serve our patrons with special needs. As part of our inclusion program, we will accommodate our programs to meet the needs of the participant so that they may enjoy full participation alongside other children, adults and families.
FACTS OF THE MATTER
Jim Darling MAYOR
CITY OF McALLEN ELECTED OFFICIALS Hilda Salinas MAYOR PRO-TEM
1 in 45 children has autism
People with disabilities are the nation’s largest minority group, and the only one that anyone can join at any time. 1 in 300 children has cerebral palsy
For every 1,000 children, 138 have one or more special needs
COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 4
Richard Cortez COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 1
Trey Pebley COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 2
John Ingram COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 5
Veronica Whitacre COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 6
10% for ages 21 - 64 27% for ages 65 - 74 52% for ages 75 & Over 74% of parents believe it’s
1 in 700 important for their children to play with a variety of kids, including children has Down Syndrome those with disabilities. - Landscape Structures Play Survey 2014
COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 3
Aida Ramirez MAYOR PRO-TEM
The prevalence of disabilities in adults increase with age - Cornell University, Disability Report
PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
Administration Director, Mike Hernandez Deputy Director - Operations, Robert Canterbury Brian Lewis Deputy Director - Programs, Elvira Alonzo Cesar Aguirre Management Assistant, Shane Stockton Dora Brown Supervisor of Accounts, Mary Ann Juarez Troy Gearhart Operations Interim Horticulture Manager, Jose Fuentes Erik I. Gonzalez Park Manager, Jesse Ybarra Chris Henderson Building Maintenance Manager, Richard Martinez Marcos A. Lopez Recreation Raymond Moreno Superintendent of Recreation, Rick Krauss Ronnie Ozuna Superintendent of Athletics, Denny A. Meline Daniel R. Santos Superintendent of Aquatics, Ana Romero Trisha M. Scott Marketing & Events Coordinator, Leslie A. Howland Robert Swanson Supervisor of Recreation, Kori Waters Melanie Watson Supervisor of Recreation, Tiffany Kersten Joaquin Zamora Supervisor of Recreation, Marcello Langoni Lark Community Center SENIOR CITIZEN ADVISORY BOARD Manager, Jesse Franco Supervisor of Recreation, Megan Gerling Eduardo A. Hinojosa Ramiro Vela Las Palmas Community Center Hari K. Namboodiri Pete Vela Manager, Sarai Garcia JoAnn Searson Claudia H. Teer Supervisor of Recreation, Ilea O’Donnell Kristi Collier Enrique A. Estorga Palm View Community Center Delilah K. Salinas Santos Saldaña Manager, Victor Ayala Margaret Rose Guerra Connie Garcez Supervisor of Recreation, Kristyna Mancias
REGISTRATION 3 CITY OF McALLEN PARKS AND RECREATION MISSION STATEMENT
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.
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 - 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 Nature Center - 4101 W. Business 83...............................................................(956) 681-3333 McAllen City Hall - 1300 Houston Ave...........................................................................(956) 681-1000
WALK-IN REGISTRATION
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
NORTH McALLEN
INCLUSION PROCESS
Walk-in registration will be accepted on a first come, first served basis, pending space availability at the following locations:
Lark Community Center 2601 Lark Ave. · 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 St. · 956-681-3350 Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. *During regularly scheduled class sessions.
SOUTH McALLEN
Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Rd. · 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. Forms of payment accepted: Cash, Check, Visa & Mastercard. 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 create a username and password, as well as enter all pertinent household information before the website will allow you to register online. Online forms of payment accepted include Visa and Mastercard. Please call the administration office at (956) 6813333 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 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 caseby-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.
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 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 will take 30 to 60 days to process. 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.
MEDICAL POLICY
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.
PAVILION, POOL & COMMUNITY CENTER RENTALS
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 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.mcallenparks.net.
LITTLE MISS FOURTH OF JULY PAGEANT
Participants will be judged on an interview, talent and modeling western wear. Registration accepted in person at Palm View Community Center through Friday, June 3 or until registration is filled. Participants must provide birth certificate at time of registration. For more information, please contact (956) 681-3360. DATE: Saturday, June 11 TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGES: 5 & 6 years (as of July 1, 2016) FEE: $20
PATRIOTIC PROGRAM
Take an opportunity to reflect and recognize the true meaning of our Independence Day. This unique ceremony will recognize past and present service members and feature a concert from the McAllen Town Band. DATE: Monday, July 4 TIME: 8:00 a.m. PLACE: Archer Park Main Stage
MAIN STREET PARADE
Celebrate America’s Independence during the annual Main Street Parade. Patriotic groups, marching bands, entertainers, businesses, civic clubs and organizations are encouraged to be a part of the parade. Parade entry deadline is Friday, June 24. Entry forms are available online at www.mcallenparks.net or at the McAllen Parks and Recreation Office. A $50 fee applies for all commercial entries. For more information call (956) 681-3333. DATE: Monday, July 4 TIME: 9:00 a.m. PLACE: Main Street (from Houston Ave. to Cedar St.)
FREEDOM FESTIVAL
There’s something for everyone…arts & crafts, games, music, concessions and plenty of fun for the whole family! Sign-up for the hot dog eating challenge. DATE: Monday, July 4 TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. PLACE: Archer Park, 101 N. Main St.
AQUATICA SPLASH BASH
Spend your July 4th at the pool! Fun for everyone includes games, contests, crafts, music and more! DATE: Monday, July 4 TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. PLACE: Municipal Pool, 1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd. FEE: $2.50 per person
Concert in the Sky FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA
It’s the highlight of the Fourth of July Celebration! Don’t miss the annual Concert in the Sky fireworks extravaganza over the city of McAllen. DATE: Saturday, July 4 TIME: 9:00 p.m. (approximate) PLACE: Municipal Park, 1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd.
SPECIAL EVENTS 5
4 Minions 18 Hotel Transylvania 2 25 Jurassic World
Enjoy your favorite big screen flicks on our giant inflatable movie screen. Pack a chair, blanket and a picnic and bring your entire family for some fun! Come early and enjoy activities by our sponsors. Concessions available for purchase on-site.
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Kung Fu Panda 3 Pixels The Good Dinosaur Star Wars The Force Awakens Zootopia
JUNE 24 - JUNE 26
McALLEN HIGH SCHOOL · 2021 LA VISTA AVE. One of the RGV’s most established events, the McAllen Open is a non-sanctioned tournament. USTA age divisions apply. Awards are given to 1st to 3rd place in each division. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JUNE 20 Singles $15 · Doubles $20 Register in person at any McAllen Community Center Online registration available at www.usta.com
This interactive show features Cajun comedy and Bayou style cuisine, preparing meals that include Louisiana staples like crawfish, alligator, crab, shrimp and other justly famous delicacies. Fun for the entire family! Saturday, July 16 Fireman’s Park Pavilion $5 per person. Ages 5 & Under Free Space is limited. Register today! #251000.01
COME FOR ONE OR ALL SHOWS 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.
6 FIREMAN’S PARK Town Lake at Fireman’s Park 201 N. 1st Street McALLEN, TX 78501 Park Open Daily 6:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. FISHING GUIDELINES
Saturday, June 25 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Town Lake at Fireman’s Park For more information contact (956) 681-3333
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.
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.
RENTAL INFORMATION
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.
h2O HUT & BOAT RENTAL HOURS
Here’s a unique 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.
SEASON (March - October)
Wednesday - Friday Saturday - Sunday
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Off-Season (November - February)
Saturday - Sunday Take a spin on McAllen’s newest attraction. This bike share program is available at several locations throughout the city. • 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.
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Accommodations for scout groups, youth groups, schools or organizations are available. Contact (956) 681-3333 for more information.
*RENTALS MOVED OCCASIONALLY FOR SUNSET LIVE/Special eventS at mcAllen Convention Center.
RENTAL FEES (30 minutes)
• Kayak • Paddle Boards • Pedal Boat
$10 each (Single) or $15 (Double) $10 each (Single) $20 (4-person boat) or $10 (2-person boat)
OTHER RENTALS
• Sand Volleyball • Horseshoes • Corn Hole • FREE with valid driver’s license or state ID
Rental Policies
• All children must be accompanied by an adult on pedal boats • 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.
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.
McALLEN NATURE CENTER 7 4101 W. Business 83 McAllen, TX 78501 • (956) 681-3333 • www.facebook.com/McAllenNatureCenter 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 and facility may be closed.
Free Admission • Programs are FREE unless otherwise noted. 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.
WEEKLY PROGRAM SCHEDULE AVAILABLE MAY – SEPTEMBER Monday 9:30 a.m. Kids Nature, Fitness & Teamwork Tuesday 8:30 a.m. Volunteers in the Park 9:30 a.m. Yoga Under the Oaks Wednesday 8:30 a.m. Bird & Nature Walk 9:30 a.m. Native Plant Tour Thursday 8:30 a.m. Volunteers in the Park Friday 9:30 a.m. Butterfly Walk Saturday 8:00 a.m. Tai Chi in the Park 9:30 a.m. Yoga Under the Oaks 10:30 a.m. Photography Scavenger Hunt Sunday 8:30 a.m.
Power Walking
FRIDAY NIGHT HIKES
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: Friday TIME: 8:15 p.m. May 8:30 p.m. July
8:30 p.m. June 8:15 p.m. August
SUNSET YOGA
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 levels. Bring a yoga mat & drinking water.
DATE: Friday TIME: 7:00 p.m. May 7:30 p.m. July
7:30 p.m. June 7:00 p.m. August
SUMMER CAMPS
Camp runs from Monday - Thursday morning and will conclude with a Family Night Hike on Friday. *An optional Friday family overnight camp out is also included in the registration fee. Participants must provide their own tent and camping materials. DATE: Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Friday Night Hike 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. FEE: $60 per child/session
NATURE ADVENTURES FOR BOYS
Develop your nature and outdoor skills over the course of the week, you’ll learn to identify birds and build a bird feeder.
DATE: June 13 - 17* AGE: 7 - 11 years
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NATURE ADVENTURES FOR GIRLS
Get motivated to act for positive environmental change in your community, develop essential outdoor skills and leave with a broader knowledge of unique green spaces.
DATE: June 13 - 17* AGE: 7 - 11 years
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NATURE NINOS
Nature based activities enhance children’s creativity, sense of wonder and inspire them to venture confidently in our urban nature sanctuary. Experience the excitement of discovery.
DATE: June 20 - 24* AGE: 7 - 11 years
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WILDERNESS EXPLORERS
Let curiosity drive you while exploring local wildlife, communicating without technology and navigating the sky with a map and compass.
DATE: June 20 - 24* AGE: 12 - 15 years
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WILD ABOUT ART
Learn the basics of nature sketching, painting and crafting outdoors. Art will help children develop fine motor skills and basic math skills. DATE: July 11 - 15 AGE: 9 - 13 years
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ENVIRONMENTAL CAREERS Broaden your horizons by exploring global careers that engage in the natural world. Activities will develop skills such as species identification, scientific sampling methods and endangered species conservation. This camp is co-led by two UTRGV graduate students.
DATE: July 11 - 15 AGE: 14 - 19 years
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NATURAL ART & MURAL PAINTING
Unleash your inner artist as we explore the natural world in a creative and challenging way. Natural materials found on-site will be used to build unique works of art!
DATE: July 18 - 22, Monday - Friday TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. AGE: 14 - 19 years
WOMEN’S MINDFULNESS RETREAT
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Have you been wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life? Take some time for yourself at our Women’s Retreat! This retreat will be led by our certified yoga instructor, Jackelin Trevino. The week’s activities include yoga, meditation, mindful walks, adult coloring books, and time for reflection and journaling. We’ll focus on relaxation and finding balance in our hectic lives.
DATE: Monday - Wednesday, June 6 - 8 FEE: $30. ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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AGES: Women 18 & Over
8 TAAF TEAM SPORTS T.A.A.F. TEAM PROGRAMS
McAllen Parks and Recreation is proud to offer Texas Amateur Athletics Federation (T.A.A.F.) programs. Young athletes will compete against other individuals and teams from across the Rio Grande Valley and the state in various sports including track & field, golf, swimming and tennis. Teams will attend local tournaments and meets, earning the opportunity to compete at the regional level. Qualifying athletes will earn a chance to compete in the state Games of Texas, a week-long Olympic style competition featuring a variety of sports. McAllen will host the 2016 & 2017 Games of Texas. Experienced athletes are invited to join Team McAllen. A complete schedule of meets and competitions will be provided once classes begin. Individual T.A.A.F. membership is included in the class fee. Other fees including individual meet fees are the responsibility of the participant.
T.A.A.F. Parent Meeting
All parents of athletes participating in T.A.A.F. programs will be required to attend an informational meeting where we will provide information for the upcoming summer and your child’s programs.
DATE: TIME: PLACE:
Thursday, June 9 7:00 p.m. Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Rd. McAllen
GAMES OF TEXAS PARENT MEETING
Parents of athletes who qualify for the Games of Texas will be required to attend a meeting to discuss expenses and general information. NOTE: The minimum age to travel with Team McAllen is 8 years of age. Additional costs will apply for non-resident athletes.
Golf Team
Experienced golfers will receive specialized instruction to improve their techniques and compete in tournaments across the Rio Grande Valley. Participants must complete a skills test on Monday, June 6.
DATE: June 6 - July 22 (Monday - Friday) TIME: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. PLACE: Palm View Golf Course, 2701 S. Ware Road AGE: 7 - 18 years FEE*: $80 Resident /$100 Non-Resident #253002.01 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 25 to be eligible for state competition. *Includes T.A.A.F. membership. Participants are responsible for tournament entry and green fees. NOTE: Collared shirt and soft spike shoes are required on the course. Weekly golf tournament locations TBA.
TRACK & FIELD TEAM
Under the direction of Coach Tony Trejo, improve your track and field techniques and compete against participants from across the Rio Grande Valley.
DATE: May 16 - July 22 (Monday - Friday) TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Memorial High School Track, 101 E. Hackberry AGE: 5 - 18 years FEE*: $60 Resident /$75 Non-Resident #253001.01 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 25 to be eligible for state competition. *Includes T.A.A.F. membership, insurance and T-shirt. Registration fee does not include individual meet entry fees or uniform. TAAF TRACK PRACTICE MEET SCHEDULE 2016 JUNE 3 - MerCEDES JUNE 10 - ALaMO (PSJA HS) JUNE 17 - RIO GRANDE CITY JUNE 24 - WESLACO JULY 1 - PHARR (PSJA HS) REGION MEET JULY 8 & 9 - EDINBURG STATE MEET - GAMES OF TEXAS JULY 28 - JULY 31 McAllen veteran’s memorial stadium
Tennis Team
Experienced tennis players will improve their stroke, game strategy, and ball placement while working toward regional and state competition.
DATE: June 6 - July 22 (Monday - Friday) TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. PLACE: McAllen High School, 2101 La Vista FEE*: $80 Resident /$100 Non-Resident #253003.01
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 26 to be eligible for state competition. *Includes membership in USTA, T.A.A.F. and entry into the 2016 McAllen Open.
Swim Team
Participants will receive specialized instruction and compete in meets across the Rio Grande Valley. Qualifications for participation: must be able to swim 50 yards comfortable and have no fear of the water. Team members cannot have participated in the U.S. swim meets beginning January 1, 2016.
DATE: May 31 - July 22 (Monday - Friday) TIME: White 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Blue 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Silver 3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. PLACE: Nikki Rowe Natatorium AGE: 6 - 18 years FEE*: $60 Resident/$75 Non-Resident #253004.01 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 25 to be eligible for state competition. *Includes T.A.A.F. membership, insurance and T-shirt. Registration fee does not include individual meet entry fees or uniform. TAAF SWIM PRACTICE MEET SCHEDULE 2016 JUNE 11 - EDINBURG JUNE 18 - McAllen JUNE 25 - Pharr JULY 9 - MISSION REGION MEET JULY 16 - PHARR STATE MEET - GAMES OF TEXAS JULY 28 - JULY 31 Edinburg water park
YOUTH SPORTS 9 OUTDOOR SPORTS CAMP
Basketball Camp of Champs
High Performance Volleyball Training
Designed for competitive players who want to increase individual & team skill levels. This high-intensity camp is recommended for all players participating on a school or competitive volleyball team.
HITTERS CAMP
Advanced/Competitive Level DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center AGE: 6 & Up FEE: $55 per session*Class not eligible for refund. SESSION 1: June 6 - June 15 SESSION 2: July 6 - July 18 SESSION 3: August 22 - August 31
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BUMPERS & DIGGERS CAMP
Beginner/Intermediate Level DATE: Saturday TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center AGE: 6 & Up FEE: $30 per session*Class not eligible for refund. SESSION 1: June 18 SESSION 2: July 16
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Sports Camp
Experience a wide variety of sports including basketball, baseball, volleyball, floor hockey, and much more. Activities will take place both indoors and outdoors. Participants should wear appropriate clothing for running and kicking. SESSION 1: June 6 - June 17 SESSION 2: June 20 - July 1 SESSION 3: July 11 - July 22 SESSION 4: August 1 - August 12
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Coach Romy Vela from San Antonio’s John Jay High School will conduct this summer’s camp for boys and girls. Participants will receive four days of excellent drills, techniques, practice and competition while having fun. Friday will be tournament day with both age groups meeting at 8:30 a.m. to compete. All campers will receive a T-shirt. The first 100 registered campers will receive a camp basketball. DATE: Monday - Friday, June 20 - June 24 PLACE: TBA FEE: $50 early registration / $60 late registration
Last day for early registration is June 17. Late registration accepted on-site Monday, June 20 at 8:00 a.m. for the morning session & 1:00 p.m. for the afternoon session.
7 - 12 years 13 - 18 years
8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Football Skills Camp
This non-contact camp is a great opportunity to learn tips and techniques from coaches and allows athletes to prepare themselves for the upcoming season. Players should wear workout gear and bring both court and turf shoes. All campers will receive a T-shirt, daily breakfast and lunch. DATE: Monday - Friday, August 1 - August 5 TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. PLACE: McAllen Sports Park AGE: 5 - 12 years FEE: $40 Residents/$52 Non-Residents #653300.01
*Breakfast offered from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Lunch offered from 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 8:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: 7 - 12 years FEE: $45 Resident/$58 Non-Resident
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It’s time to put down the game controller and pick up on the action at this summer’s best place to play. The action will be non-stop and so will the fun. Play baseball, soccer, kickball, dodgeball, field hockey and more. DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Park AGE: 6 - 12 years FEE: $30 Resident/$40 Non-Resident SESSION 1: June 6 - June 17 SESSION 2: June 20 - July 1 SESSION 3: July 11 - July 22 SESSION 4: August 1 - August 12
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Youth Golf Camp
Fundamental golf instructions will cover stance, grip, etiquette and rules as well as driving, putting and chipping. Compete in a final day tournament for awards. Parents are invited to attend this event. Participants are encouraged to provide their own set of clubs. The camp has a limited number sets are available to use. Collared shirts are required on course. If golf spikes are worn, they must be soft spikes. DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Palm View Golf Course 7 - 17 years $50 Resident/ $60 Non-Resident
SESSION 1: June 6 - June 17 SESSION 2: June 20 - July 1 SESSION 3: July 11 - July 22
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baseball camp
Come and brush up on your baseball skills and get ready for the upcoming baseball season. Learn tips and techniques for improving your skill level and performance. Participants should wear workout gear and bring a glove and baseball cleats. DATE: Monday - Friday, August 8 - August 12 TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. PLACE: Municipal Park Baseball Complex AGE: 5 - 12 years FEE: $50 Resident/$60 Non-Resident #553820.0
10 YOUTH SPORTS YOUTH TENNIS INSTRUCTION
Classes introduce the beginner player to fun-filled court action and prepare the advanced player for match play. This program will provide instruction in forehand, backhand and the serve. Classes will progress to rally, basic court position play and court strategy. Age groups may be combined depending on the number of registered participants.
PLACE: DATE:
SESSION 1
McAllen High School Tennis Courts, 2021 La Vista Ave. SESSION 1: June 6 - June 17 SESSION 2: June 20 - July 1* No Class on June 26 SESSION 3: July 11 - July 22 SESSION 4: August 1 - August 5** Mini Session **Mini Session Fee: Class 1 & Class 2 $20 Residents/$25 Non-Residents Class 3 & Class 4 $15 Residents/$20 Non-Residents
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SESSION 3
SESSION 4
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CLASS 2: 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. $40 Residents / $55 Non-Residents
Tiny Tot (Ages 4 - 6) Youth 1 (Ages 7 - 10) Youth 2 (Ages 11 - 14)
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EVENINGS (Monday - Thursday) CLASS 3: 6:00 p.m. - 6:50 p.m. $35 Residents / $50 Non-Residents
Tiny Tot (Ages 4 - 6) Youth 1 (Ages 7 - 10) Youth 2 (Ages 11 - 14)
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CLASS 4: 7:00 p.m. - 7:50 p.m. $35 Residents / $50 Non-Residents
Tiny Tot (Ages 4 - 6) Youth 1 (Ages 7 - 10) Youth 2 (Ages 11 - 14)
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NEW - All races will be professionally chip timed! First 150 registered participants for each event will receive a FREE t-shirt! Refreshments and awards provided at the end of each race. Participants running in all *four series events are eligible to receive an overall series award at the conclusion of the final race. DATE EVENT SUNCHASER 5K SERIES JUNE 25* SUNRISER 5K AUGUST 6* SUNSCORCHER 5K SEPTEMBER 10* SUNSETTER 5K NOVEMBER 5* MOONRISER 5K
TIME
PLACE
8:00 AM 8:00 AM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM
OTHER RACES - HOSTED BY PARKS AND RECREATION JULY 31 TAAF GAMES OF TEXAS 5K 8:00 AM OCTOBER 15 FRIGHT NITE FUN RUN 5K 7:30 PM JANUARY 14 McALLEN MARATHON 5K 9:00 AM
McALLEN MARATHON SCOTT CRANE MEMORIAL RUN
FIREMAN’S PARK McALLEN SPORTS PARK PALM VIEW GOLF WESTSIDE PARK
FEE $45 $15/$25 $15/$25 $15/$25 $15/$25
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WESTSIDE PARK WESTSIDE PARK McALLEN CONVENTION CENTER
$25 $15 $30
www.taaf.com 757200.01 www.active.com
JANUARY 15, 2017 FULL MARATHON · HALF MARATHON 5-PERSON RELAY · 5K FAMILY FUN RUN
SERIES REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JUNE 25 EARLY REGISTRATION $15 - 5:00 P.M. FRIDAY PRIOR TO RACE DATE ON-SITE REGISTRATION $25 - ENDS 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO RACE
ROUTE · START & FINISH McALLEN CONVENTION CENTER RELAY CATEGORIES
YOUTH SPORTS 11 SPORTS FUNDAMENTALS
Learn and play a variety of sports developing skills for soccer, baseball, basketball, hockey & tennis.
DATE: Monday & Wednesday PLACE: Lark Community Center FEE: $15 Resident/ $20 Non-Resident *$20 Resident/ $25 Non-Resident SESSION 1: June 6 - June 29 SESSION 2: July 11 - August 10 AGES 3 - 4 5 - 7 8 - 10
TIME 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. 7:10 - 7:55 p.m.*
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ALL STAR SPORTS
This sports class will introduce the participant to the fundamentals of soccer dribbling, passing, scoring and conditioning. This activity will be played indoors and outdoors, please wear appropriate shoes for running and kicking.
DATE: Tuesday & Thursday PLACE: Palm View Community Center FEE: $15 Resident/ $20 Non-Resident *$20 Resident/ $25 Non-Resident SESSION 1: June 7 - June 30 SESSION 2: July 12 - August 11 AGES 3 - 4 5 - 6 7 - 12
TIME 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. 7:10 - 7:55 p.m.*
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BASKETBALL SKILLS
Learn and develop the skills to play recreationally or competitively. Coach Stanley Asumnu is a former member of the Rio Grande Valley Vipers and played with the 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. DATE: Monday & Wednesday PLACE: Lark Community Center TIME: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. AGE: 6 - 18 years FEE: $100 per session
YOUTH ARCHERY
Beginner Intermediate
The beginner archery series of classes concentrates on range and safety rules, range courtesy, fundamentals of archery, and is taught using compound equipment. (Bows, arrows, and targets will be provided)
BEGINNER SESSION 1: June 6 - June 29 SESSION 2: July 4 - July 27 SESSION 3: August 1 - August 31
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DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center FEE: $30 Resident / $40 Non-Resident AGES: 8 -14 years SESSION 1: June 7 - June 30 SESSION 2: July 12 - August 11
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SNAG GOLF
A new way of learning to play the game, snag golf is an exciting and fun way for beginners to learn result how to strike an oversized ball using modified equipment. End of week mini-tournament (including participation ribbons) will demonstrate what the kids have learned. 4-5 6-8 SESSION 1: June 6 June 10 253800.01 253801.01 DATE: Monday - Friday SESSION 2: June 13 June 17 253800.02 253801.02 TIME: 4 - 5 years 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. SESSION 3: June 20 June 24 253800.03 253801.03 6 - 8 years 10:00 a.m. -10:45 a.m. SESSION 4: June 27 July 1 253800.04 253801.04 PLACE: Palm View Golf Course SESSION 5: July 11 July 15 253800.05 253801.05 FEE: $35 per session SESSION 6: July 18 - July 22 253800.06 253801.06
SOCCER SKILLS
This class will introduce players to the basics of soccer emphasizing fun activities using while utilizing hand-eye coordination and tracking skill development.
DATE: Monday & Wednesday PLACE: Palm View Community Center FEE: $15 Resident/ $20 Non-Resident $20 Resident/ $25 Non-Resident SESSION 1: June 6 - June 29 SESSION 2: July 11 - August 11 AGES 3 - 4 5 - 6 7 - 12
TIME 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. 7:10 - 7:55 p.m.
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Get ready for some bowling fun!
Join Parks and Recreation for a great introduction to the sport of bowling. Participants will enjoy open bowling time to practice their technique. Compete in weekly competitions to win FREE games and prizes! Three games rolled each week. Track averages to measure your progress.
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June 1 - August 10 June 1 - June 22 June 29 - July 20 August 3 - August 10 Weekly
$80 $40 $40 $20 $15
10 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks 2 weeks
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12 OTHER YOUTH SPORTS McAllen Youth Soccer Association DYNAMO JRS 4311 N. 10th Street Ste. A McAllen, Texas 78504 Phone: (956) 631-0431 Office Hours: Monday - Friday • 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. www.mysasoccer.com MYSA is a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization DYNAMO JUNIORS TRAINING ACADEMY Develops all players’ abilities for all levels of play. Programs focus on skills and team concepts while teaching children how to think on the field while having fun. Sessions contain both basic technique and small sided games. Open to all player levels. Players need to bring one size #3 soccer ball, water, soccer shoes and shin guards. MORNING SESSION
EVENING SESSION
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Bicentennial Soccer Fields 2001 Fern Ave. Boys & Girls 3 - 12 years $30 per session
Session 1A: June 6 - 9 Session 2A: June 13 - 16 Session 3A: June 20 - 23 Session 4A: June 27 - 30 Session 5A: July 5 - 8 Session 6A: July 11 - 14
Monday - Thursday 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Bicentennial Soccer Fields 2001 Fern Ave Boys & Girls 3 - 12 years $30 per session
Session 1B: June 6 - 9 Session 2B: June 13 - 16 Session 3B: June 20 - 23 Session 4B: June 27 - 30 Session 5B: July 5 - 8 Session 6B: July 11 - 14
MYSA Registration Fall 2016 Recreational teams U4-U12 Early Registration: June 15 – August 27 Fall Season: September 17 – November 5 Fall & Spring SeASON* $140 Residents $150 Non-McAllen Residents Fall Session* $90 Residents $100 Non-McAllen Residents Spring Session* $60 Residents $70 Non-McAllen Residents *Full uniform included Games: Saturdays at De Leon Soccer Fields Ages: 3-11 years old Boys & Girls (born between 8/1/03-7/31/2013) New players need to bring birth certificate, passport or immunization record.
YOUTH Camps ADULT SPORTS 13 YOUTH CAMPS SUMMER DAYS AT LARK
Each session features a variety of fun educational and athletic activities including outdoor sports, Lark’s Got Talent, arts & crafts, indoor sports, science and game time. Meals (Breakfast & Lunch) are available to all participants through the McAllen I.S.D. Summer Food Program. DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Lark Community Center 5 - 13 years $160 Resident $208 Non-Resident
SESSION DATES: THEME: SESSION 1: June 6 - June 17 Surf’s Up SESSION 2: June 20 - July 1 Summer Olympics SESSION 3: July 11 - July 22 Around the World SESSION 4: August 1 - August 12 The Stars Above AGE 5 - 6 SESSION 1: 283800.01 SESSION 2: 383800.01 SESSION 3: 483800.01 SESSION 4: 583800.01
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M FUN ZONE
Spend the summer having loads of fun with a variety of events and activities at the following locations. Enjoy arts & crafts, play games, make friends and have fun! The program ends with Super Friday Fun Day! Breakfast and lunch provided. Residents and NonResidents are eligible. Space is limited. Advance registration required. On-site registration is not permitted.
SUMMER THEATER CAMP
Rehearse and perform a full-length theatrical play. Experience acting and costume design as well as aspects of technical production. Each participant will receive a summer theater T-shirt! Final performances will be held on July 19. Lunch provided by McAllen I.S.D.
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
June 6 - July 19, (Monday - Friday) 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Las Palmas Community Center 8 -11 years #293400.01 12 -15 years #293400.02 $94 Resident / $124 Non-Resident
OUtdoor adventures
Experience adventures enjoying outdoor games, sports, arts & crafts and camping. Space is limited. Advance registration required. Breakfast and lunch provided by McAllen I.S.D.
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Fireman’s Park 5 - 15 years $35 Resident/$42 Non-Resident
SESSION 1: June 6 - 16 SESSION 2: June 20 - 30 SESSION 3: July 11 - 21 SESSION 4: August 1 - 11
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DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. AGES: 6 - 12 years SESSION 1: June 6 - July 1 FEE: $15 per child SESSION 2: July 11 - August 12 FEE: $20 per child LOCATIONS SESSION 1 SESSION 2 Alvarez Elementary School 253200.01 253200.06 2606 Gumwood Ave. Bonham Elementary School 253200.02 253200.07 2400 Jordan Rd. Milam Elementary 253200.03 253200.08 3800 N. Main St. Rayburn Elementary 253200.04 253200.09 7000 N Main St. Los Encinos-Sam Houston 2901 W. Olga
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FREE BREAKFAST & LUNCH MEALS SERVED MONDAY TO FRIDAY
Alvarez Elementary - 2606 Gumwood Bonham Elementary - 2400 Jordan Rd. Lark Community Center - 2601 Lark Ave. Las Palmas Community - 1921 N. 25th St. Los Encinos Police Substation - 3221 Olga Ave. McAllen South Splash Park - 3401 Jordan Ave. McAllen North Splash Park - 29th & Zinnia Milam Elementary - 3800 N. Main St. Palmview Community Center - 3401 Jordan Rd. Rayburn Elementary - 7000 N Main St.
For more information or for questions about dates, times and additional locations contact McAllen ISD Nutrition Office at (956) 632-3226.
14 YOUTH CAMPS The Amazing 4 in 1 Robot
Build your own interchangeable robot to take home with four unique modes and discover how different gears work. Build a wide range of additional robotic designs with the Robotic Building System. Robots built in this portion of the workshop are not taken home.
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday, June 13 - 17 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 3 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Las Palmas Community Center 6 - 11 years $145 #253998.01
Vehicle Design
Build and keep an air powered Hover Craft, Super Car, and Egg Drop Car. Put your vehicles to the test by overcoming challenges in one camp including the laws of motion, energy, air pressure, friction, lift, speed and acceleration.
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday, June 27 - July 1 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 17 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Las Palmas Community Center 6 - 11 years $145 # 253998.02
Creative Engineering
Work with an advanced three dimensional construction kit that is yours to keep and take home. Design and build simple or complex models of a vehicle, a robot or buildings. You will also get your own 3-volt geared motor to power up a moveable Radar Surveyor. Learn the many ways you can make your motor run. Hands on is the only way, so prepare to build from directions, and from your own imagination!
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday, July 11 - July 15 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 1 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Las Palmas Community Center 6 - 11 years $145 #253998.03
Lego Mania
Innovative program for Lego buffs provides opportunities for imagination and handson learning constructing dinosaurs, rockets, castles, airplanes, cars & more!
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday, July 18 - 22 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Las Palmas Community 4 - 7 years $85 #253999.01
Lego Logo
The hands-on builder will expand their knowledge of math, science and technology in a creative engineering environment motivated by fun & creativity.
DATE: Monday - Friday, July 18 - 22 TIME: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center AGE: 8 - 12 years FEE: $85 #253999.02
survival tactics
Wrapped in games and adventure, unique challenges await you. During survival situations, learn to purify water, signal for help, search for edible food, set up shelter. Team survival games will keep the training light and fun!
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday, July 18 - 22 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Las Palmas Community Center 8 - 12 years $85 #253999.03
play-doh Fun Academy
Designed to inspire creativity, children will explore dinosaur adventures, prehistoric volcanoes, animals, food, transportation and our solar system. Artistic and social development will engage daily creations in a very moldable way!
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday, July 18 - 22 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Las Palmas Community Center 5 - 7 years $85 #253999.04
hot wheels
Endless tracks and obstacle courses await every model car lover as they discover the world of physical science. Explore momentum, force, and friction.
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday, July 18 - 22 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Las Palmas Community Center 5 - 7 years $85 #253999.05
Creative Project Expressions
Use imagination skills to create unique projects. Comic strips, scrapbooks as well as design fashion creations.
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday, July 18 - 22 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Las Palmas Community Center 6 - 12 years $85 #253999.06
Look at me, I’m an Author!
Designed for all levels of writing; whether just learning how to make a sentence or creating a short story. Children will show their unique expression through their own writing utilizing various writing techniques.
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday, July 18 - 22 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Las Palmas Community Center 6 - 12 years $85 #253999.07
fashion designer
Graduate from playing dress up to designing their own fashions by using the same design principles used by professionals. Principles including basic sketching techniques, coordination colors for the best effect, mixing textures and patterns for scale and perception, and cultural fashion history will be applied to each participant’s individual style and portfolio. No sewing in this class.
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday, July 18 - 22 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Las Palmas Community Center 8 - 12 years $85 #253999.08
camp barbie
Have loads of fun helping Barbie learn to dress for the occasion, practice good manners, make new friends as well as learn the importance of school work. Participants will learn how to use money, attend social functions, listen to great stories, practice talents while exploring cooking tips, art, and much more!
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday, July 18 - 22 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Las Palmas Community Center 4 - 8 years $85 #253999.09
YOUTH Camps ADULT SPORTS 15 YOUTH CAMPS
DANCE CAMP
Come learn the newest and coolest dance moves and dance to the hottest music in town. Learn drill team, ballet, jazz and pop style dances. Family and friends are invited to the camp showcase at the end of each session. *Breakfast offered from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Instruction begins at 9:00 a.m. NOTE: Participants are encouraged to wear appropriate clothing and shoes during camp and should bring a drink and snack.
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Wilson Elementary School 6 years & Up $35 Resident/$45 Non-Resident
DATE SESSION 1: June 6 - June 17 SESSION 2: June 20 - July 1 SESSION 3: July 11 - July 22 SESSION 4: August 1 - 12
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CAMP SHOWCASE SESSION 1: June 17 SESSION 2: July 1 SESSION 3: July 22 SESSION 4: August 12 AGE 7-8 253100.02 353100.02 453100.02 553100.02
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CHEER CAMP
Show your spirit and come join the best cheer camp around! Learn chants, cheers, jumps and stunts to make you the best cheerleader ever! Family and friends are invited to the camp showcase at the end of each session. *Lunch offered from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Instruction begins at 1:00 p.m. NOTE: Participants are encouraged wear appropriate clothing and shoes during camp and should bring a drink and snack.
DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Monday - Friday 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wilson Elementary School 6 years & Up $35 Resident/$45 Non-Resident
DATE SESSION 1: June 6 - June 17 SESSION 2: June 20 - July 1 SESSION 3: July 11 - July 22 SESSION 4: August 1 - 12
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16 TEEN PROGRAMS OTHER TEEN CLASSES
AGE CLASS
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13-18 TAAF Golf Team 13-18 TAAF Tennis Team 13-18 TAAF Swim Team 13-18 TAAF Track & Field Team 13-17 Golf 13-17 Volleyball 13-18 Basketball 14-18 7 on 7 League 13-14 Tennis 13-18 Archery 12-15 Summer Theater 13-18 Summer Meals 13-17 Teen Guitar 13-18 Nature Photography 13-18 Teen Reading 13-18 Makos Swim 15-19 Lifeguard Training 13-18 Swim Class 15 -19 Culinary 101 15-19 Tennis 16-19 Ukulele
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Teen REC & PLAY
Variety of activities includes art, sports, quick cooking, games & more! DATE: Monday - Thursday TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: 11 - 16 years FEE: $25 Resident/ $30 Non-Resident SESSION 1: June 6 - June 17 SESSION 2: June 20 - July 1 SESSION 3: July 11 - July 22 SESSION 4: August 1 - August 22
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TEEN CHEF
Enjoy cooking independence in this hands-on class. Learn valuable culinary skills and techniques. DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center AGE: 13 - 17 years FEE: $20 Resident/ $25 Non-Resident SESSION 1: June 6 - June 39 #293510.01 SESSION 2: July 11 - August 10 #493510.01
YOUTH EVENING PROGRAMS 17 Program
PLACE DaY
Age Time
FEE Session 1 Session 2
CLASS DATES
Painting Creative
PVCC
3 - 4
6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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5 - 6
6:35 - 7:05 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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7 - 12
7:10 - 7:55 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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Ballet (Twinkle Toes) PVCC
2 years
5:25 - 5:55 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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3 - 4
6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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5 - 6
6:35 - 7:05 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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M & W
M & W
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.
7 - 12
7:10 - 7:55 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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CLASS FEES
Soccer Skills
3 - 4
6:35 - 7:05 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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5 - 6
6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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30 minute AGES 2 - 6 $15 Resident/ $20 Non-Resident 45 minute AGES 7 & Up $20 Resident/ $25 Non-Resident
7 - 12
7:10 - 7:55 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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All Star Sports
3 - 4
6:35 - 7:05 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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5 - 6
6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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7 - 12
7:10 - 7:55 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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Youth Archery
PVCC
T & TH
8 - 14
6:30 - 7:45 p.m.
R $30 NR $40
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Dance
PVCC
T & TH
PVCC
PVCC
M & W
T & TH
5 - 6
6:00 - 6:45 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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7 - 12
7:10 - 7:55 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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Sports Fundamentals LCC
3 - 4
6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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5 - 6
6:35 - 7:05 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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7- 12
7:10 - 7:55 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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Tumbling
3 - 4
6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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5 - 6
6:35 - 7:05 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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7 - 12
7:10 - 7:55 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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Ballet
LCC
LCC
M & W
T & TH
2 years
5:25 - 5:55 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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3 - 4
6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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5 - 6
6:35 - 7:05 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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7 - 12
7:10 -7:55 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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Hip Hop Dance
3 - 4
6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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5 - 6
6:35 - 7:05 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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7 - 12
7:10 - 7:55 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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Ukulele
15 & Up 6:40 - 7:25 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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LCC
LPCC
M & W
T & TH
M & W
Ukulele Jr
LPCC
M & W
8 - 14
5:45 - 6:30 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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E.C.H.O.
LPCC
M & W
3 - 6
5:30 - 6:00 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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Tumbling
LPCC
M & W
3 - 6
6:05 - 6:35 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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7 - 12
6:40 - 7: 25 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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Teen Chef
LPCC
M & W
13 - 17
6:30 - 7:15 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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Kids in the Kitchen
LPCC
M & W
7 - 12
5:45 - 6:30 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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Acoustic Guitar
LPCC
T & TH
7 - 12
5:45 - 6:30 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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Teen Guitar
LPCC
T &TH
13 - 17
6:40 - 7:25 p.m.
R $20 NR $25
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Ballet
LPCC
T & TH
3 - 6
5:30 - 6:00 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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Folklorico
LPCC
T & TH
3 - 6
6:05 - 6:35 p.m.
R $15 NR $20
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7 - 12
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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Acoustic Guitar - Learn proper techniques to play, including strumming and chords. Participant must provide their own acoustic guitar. All Star Sports - Become an all-star player. Learn skills and techniques to excel at a variety of different sports. Ballet - Introduction to the graceful art form of ballet. Learn positions, balance and coordination. Dance - Explore the world of dance movement. Groove to your favorite radio hits. E.C.H.O. (Early Childhood Orientation) - For children entering school for the first time, this introduction to a classroom setting helps children socialize and adjust to school routines through various activities and constructive play time. Excellent preparation for the big jump to Pre-K, Kinder, or public school! Folklorico - Learn the many different styles of traditional Mexican dance and choreography. Hip Hop Dance - Learn a variety of urban moves to dance with your favorite jams. Just Dance - It’s a mix of a little Hip Hop, Jazz and Free Style dance techniques. Kids in the Kitchen - Become a chef! Experience educational nutrition lectures, food preparation and kitchen safety. Painting Creative - Get creative using different painting techniques to make your very own masterpieces. Soccer Skills - Learn and improve your soccer skills prior to the start of the season. Sports Fundamentals - Try a little of each sport and see which one is your favorite. Sports include soccer, baseball, basketball, hockey & tennis Teen Chef - Enjoy cooking independence in this hands on class and learn valuable kitchen techniques and culinary skills. Teen Guitar - Learn proper techniques to play, including strumming and chords. Participant must provide their own acoustic guitar. Tumbling - Learn basic tumbling skills from forward rolls, cartwheels and basic back handsprings. Ukulele/Ukulele Jr. - Great for beginners and fun to play! Learn chords, songs, and more! Ukulele provided Youth Archery - Series of classes concentrates on range and safety rules, range courtesy, fundamentals of archery, and is taught using compound equipment. (Bows, arrows, and targets will be provided).
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YOUTHSPORTS Camps ADULT
DATE: Tuesday - Friday · TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. · FEE: $10 per session PLACE: McAllen Recycling Center, 4101 N. Bentsen Rd. · NOTE: Wear comfortable clothes, bring own snacks, and your reusable water bottle. Camp T-shirt included with registration fee. REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE
Come take PACO’s Recycling Challenge and learn how you too can be a Recycling Hero!
URBAN FORESTRY
Our Urban Forester takes you on an educational journey to learn about Tree ID, Benefits of Trees, and how we can’t live without TREES.
I DIG COMPOST
Learn how recycling our green waste creates an organic treasure your garden will love.
SESSION 1: June 7 - 10 AGES: 6 - 8 years ACTIVITY#253900.01 SESSION 2: June 21 - 24 AGES: 6 - 8 years ACTIVITY#253900.02 SESSION 3: July 5 - 8 AGES: 8 - 10 years ACTIVITY# 253900.03
ONLY RAIN DOWN THE DRAIN
SESSION 4: JULY 19 -22 AGES: 10 -12 years Help keep our storm drains clean, learn how to prevent stormACTIVITY# 253900.04 water pollution from reaching our watersheds.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT RECYCLING CENTER AT (956) 681-4050
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20 QUINTA MAZATLAN Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center 600 Sunset Dr McAllen • (956) 681-3370 • www.quintamazatlan.com Open Tuesday - Saturday • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. • Thursdays until dark General Admission • $3 Adults • $2 Children & Seniors
NATURE DISCOVERY CAMPS
A unique experience every week! A combination of indoor and outdoor adventure, games, wildlife exploration, scavenger hunts, science and art!
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED DATE: Tuesday - Friday TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. FEE: $50 Resident/$60 Non-Resident NOTE: Breakfast & Lunch included. Participants are also encouraged to bring a light snack, water, bug spray, hat, sunscreen and wear tennis shoes to camp.
AGES 6 - 8
Animal Superheroes!
Meet LIVE ANIMALS and other superheroes of the thorn forest in a week of animal games, nature exploration, animal science and more!
Session 1: May 31 - June 3
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Campground Quinta
All the fun of camping, with tents, fishing, exploration and campground games without the overnight part!
Session 2: June 28 - July 1
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Dinosaur Camp
Roar like dinosaurs and dig like paleontologists in this fun-filled week of paleo-mania!
Session 3: July 19 - 22
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AGES 9 - 12 Discover the science of nature’s drumbeats, hoofbeats, wingbeats and heartbeats through drumming, stomp dance and wildlife photography.
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Build a shelter, find forest foods, learn how to avoid dangers and explore in nature.
Session 2: July 5 - 8
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Wild Art
Bring out YOUR inner WILD! Create arts and crafts projects using rocks, bark, sticks, leaves, sands, fish, flowers, water and more!
SESSION 3: August 2 - 5
Explore a new theme each week! Activities include songs, trail hikes, crafts and fun!
DATE: Thursdays, June & July TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. AGE: 3 - 5 years FEE: $3 program fee for children. Regular park admission for family members!
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JULY 7 14 21 28
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Forest Animals A Kaleidoscope of Colors! The Sound of Music in a Forest Critters and Crawlers Move Like the Forest! Eye Spy With My Little Eye! Forest Animal Homes Forest Texture & Tickles! Forest Shapes
THURSDAY FAMILY SUMMER NIGHTS
Bring the family for an evening of entertainment & education in the park! Sponsored by Freels Orthodontics.
DATE: Thursdays TIME: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. FEE: General Admission
JUNE
Earth Beats!
Session 1: June 14 - 17
FOREST TOTS
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JULY 7 14 21 28
LIVE Reptile Adventures - Danny Conner Dinosaur George Magic Dork Superheroes in the Forest LIVE Animal Contacto
LIVE Raptor Show Flight of the Butterflies LIVE Animal Night Spiderman (come dressed)
AUGUST
4 Bubble Concert in the Park 11 Wildcat Tracks: One-mile Family Walk 18 Youth Nature Photo Contest Awards
CREATURE FEATURES
Visit the Discovery Museum for a presentation each month for a special creature feature.
DATE: Saturdays AGE: 4 - 10 years TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. OR 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. FEE: $3 program fee for children. Regular park admission for family members!
JUNE 4, 11, 18, 25 Theme: Nature at the Beach
Herman the HERMIT CRAB is bringing the BEACH to Quinta in June! Learn about seabirds and sea creatures, build a sand castle, investigate a shell and seaweed collection, and understand the science behind oceans and waves. Make a sand art or seashell craft. And don’t forget to wear your swimsuit! (You might just run into a “SPLASH”!)
JULY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Theme: Parrot Parade
The PARROTS will be squawking in the skies over Quinta Mazatlan! The Discovery Museum will be home to a “Parrot Parade” in June, where you can learn all about the different types of parrots that live in our Valley. Visit a REAL parrot, and learn all about where they nest, what they eat, why they squawk, and how smart they are! Take a close-up look at their amazing feathers and colors. Bring out YOUR inner bird to make a feathery craft, and “join the flock” on Saturday Discovery Days in July!
AUGUST 6, 13, 20, 27 Theme: Nature Olympics
Come to Quinta during August Discovery Days where you can test your own skills against some of this Valley’s fastest, strongest, and toughest creatures! It’s the QUINTA OLYMPIC GAMES: sprint racing, relays, high jump, long jump, and balance beam. Take a judge’s seat and decide which creature YOU think deserves the “gold”. Then make a Mesquite Medal that YOU can proudly wear, as a Thorn Forest Quinta Olympics Champion!
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TEACHER WORKSHOPS
DATE: TIME: FEE:
Saturdays, June & July 8 - 12 years 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 13 - 18 years 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. $5 per person, per workshop
DATE: By advanced registration/appointment TIME: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (flexible) COST: $35 per person (minimum 8)
June 4
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VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS
Workshops conducted by professional wildlife photographer, Ruth Hoyt.
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Apply local Valley ecology to classroom lessons. Topics include: aquatic science, dichotomous keys, carbon cycle, primary/secondary consumers, adaptations, life cycles, ecological history, human impacts and stewardship.
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: Wednesday & Saturday (YEAR ROUND) TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. AGES: All ages welcome (14 and under with the supervision of a parent or guardian only).
SCOUT BADGES, YOUTH GROUPS & SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Visit our website for a listing of Scout Badges and School Programs for an enriching and fun summer for your youth group!
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IMAS PROGRAMS 23
IMAS WEEKLY SUMMER CAMPS JUNE 6, 2016 - AUGUST 19, 2016 When school is out, IMAS is in!
Register Now at: (956) 682-0123
Session 1: Session 2: Session 3: Session 4: Session 5:
June 6-10 June 13-17 June 20-24 June 27- July 1 July 11-15
Session 6: July 18-22 Session 7: July 25-29 Session 8: August 1-5 Session 9: August 8-12 Session 10: August 15-19
Members
Non-Members
Extras
$180 Full Day $90 Half Day
$200 Full Day $100 Half Day
$25/Week Before $40/Week Before
OR After Care AND After Care
• Full Day sessions are Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • Half Day sessions are Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. • Before Care from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. • After Care from 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. *Only 25 seats per session. 1900 NOLANA AVENUE, MCALLEN, TX 78504
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.IMASONLINE.ORG
24 AQUATICS PROGRAMS starfish program
Designed for special needs, participants will receive individual instruction including introduction to the water and water safety activities. Participants will be required to have one parent/guardian or an aide in the water to assist instructor with activities.
DATE: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Tuesday - Friday Boys & Girls Club Pool 6 years & Up $30 Resident/$40 Non-Resident
SESSION 1 TIME: June 7 - June 17 8:30 a.m. - 9:10 a.m. 243237.01 9:20 a.m. - 10:10 a.m. 243237.02
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ADAPTIVE AQUATICS
Designed for special needs, participants will receive individual instruction including introduction to the water and water safety activities.
DATE: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Tuesday - Friday Boys & Girls Club Pool 6 years & Up $30 Resident/$40 Non-Resident
TIME: June 21 -July 1 8:30 a.m. - 9:10 a.m. 343237.01 9:20 a.m. - 10:10 a.m. 343237.02
LEARN TO SWIM - 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.
DATE: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Tuesday - Friday Municipal Pool SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3 14 years & Over TIME: June 7 - June 17 June 21 -July 1 July 12 - July 22 343048.01 443048.01 $30 Resident/$40 Non-Resident 7:10 p.m. - 7:40 p.m. 243048.01
McALLEN MAKOS SWIM TEAM Lifeguard TRAINING
Interested in a great job or challenging career as a professional lifeguard? 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. Parent/Guardian signature required at time of registration for participants age 17 and under. 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. DATE: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
Thursday & Friday 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Boys Club Pool 15 years & Up - If participant is under the age of 18, a parent/guardian must be present during the prerequisite assessment. $125 ($50 NON-REFUNDABLE) - 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.
SESSION 1: May 12- May 15 SESSION 2: May 26 - May 29 SESSION 3: June 2 - June 5
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This non-competitive swim team focuses on technique & conditioning. Participants are required to swim 25 yards comfortable and continuously. To determine levels, all new participants must be present on the first day of class.
DATE: PLACE: AGE: FEE:
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TAAF SWIM TEAM
Participants will receive specialized instruction and compete in meets across the Rio Grande Valley. Qualifications for participation: must be able to swim 50 yards comfortable and have no fear of the water. Team members cannot have participated in the U.S. swim meets beginning January 1, 2016. DATE: May 31 - July 25 (Monday - Friday) TIME: White 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Blue 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Silver 3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. PLACE: Nikki Rowe Natatorium, 2101 N. Ware Rd. AGE: 6 - 18 years FEE*: $60 Resident/$75 Non-Resident #253004.01 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 25 to be eligible for state competition. *Includes T.A.A.F. membership, insurance and T-shirt. Registration fee does not include individual meet entry fees or uniform.
TAAF SWIM PRACTICE MEET SCHEDULE 2016 JUNE 11 - EDINBURG JUNE 18 - McAllen JUNE 25 - Pharr JULY 9 - MISSION REGION MEET JULY 16 - PHARR STATE MEET - GAMES OF TEXAS JULY 28 - JULY 31 Edinburg water park
SESSION FEE: $30 RESIDENTS/ $40 NON-RESIDENTS
LEARN TO SWIM 25 GUS & GOLDIE LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM
The most popular swimming program in the entire Rio Grande Valley is back! 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 (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/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 Youth Level 1 & 2. Designed to teach swimmer independence with initial play in the wading pool and progression to the main pool when students are ready.
YOUTH (6 - 13 Years)
On the first day of each session, the instructors will assess the participant’s swimming ability by performing a skills test. Based on the test, the instructor will determine the participants class level. Level 1 & 2 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. Level 3 Designed to build upon skills learned during previous levels. The back crawl will be expanded and the front crawl will be perfected. Swimmers will also learn how to tread water. Level 4 Designed to build upon the skills mastered at Level 3. Swimmers will develop endurance to swim greater distances. Breaststroke and sidestroke are also taught.
SESSION 1 June 7 - June 17
DATE: Tuesday - Friday FEE: $30 Resident / $40 Non-Resident SESSION 1: June 7 - June 17 SESSION 2: June 21 - July 1 SESSION 3: July 12 - July 22 SESSION 4: August 2 - August 12
SESSION 2 June 21 - July 1
SESSION 4 SESSION 3 July 12 - July 22 August 2 - August 12
Parent/BABY (6-18 months)
Municipal Pool 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. 9:20 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. 7:10 p.m. - 7:40 p.m. Los Encinos Pool 10:10 a.m. - 10:40 a.m. 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Municipal Pool 10:10 a.m. - 10:40 a.m. 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Los Encinos Pool 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. 9:20 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. 7:10 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.
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Pre-School (4-5 years)
Municipal Pool 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. 9:20 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. 10:10 a.m. - 10:40 a.m. 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 7:10 p.m. - 7:40 p.m. 7:50 p.m. - 8:20 p.m. Los Encinos Pool 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. 9:20 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. 10:10 a.m. - 10:40 a.m. 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 7:10 p.m. - 7:40 p.m. 7:50 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.
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YOUTH (6 - 13 Years)
Municipal Pool 8:30 a.m. - 9:10 a.m. 9:20 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 10:10 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. 6:15 p.m. - 6:55 p.m. 7:05 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. 7:55 p.m. - 8:35 p.m. Los Encinos Pool 8:30 a.m. - 9:10 a.m. 9:20 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 10:10 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. 6:15 p.m. - 6:55 p.m. 7:05 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. 7:55 p.m. - 8:35 p.m.
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26 AQUATIC PROGRAMS PUBLIC & LAP SWIM PASSES PURCHASE PASSES AT THE PARKS ADMINISTRATION OFFICE LOCATED AT 1000 S. WARE RD. MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 8:00 - 5:00 PM Los Encinos Pool Public Swim $10 for 10 visits ($5 savings) Municipal Pool Public Swim $20 for 10 visits ($5 savings) Lap Swim & Water Aerobics $8 for 10 visits ($2 savings)
PUBLIC SWIM SCHEDULE LAP SWIMMING May 7 - May 29 Municipal Swimming Pool DATE: Saturday & Sunday TIME: 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. FEE: $2.50 per person
June 3 - August 21 Municipal Swimming Pool DATE: FEE:
Tuesday - Friday 1:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 1:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. $2.50 per person
June 3 - August 7 Los Encinos Swimming Pool DATE: FEE:
Tuesday - Friday 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. $1.50 per person
Cascade Swimming Pool DATE: FEE:
Wednesday, Thursday Saturday & Sunday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. $1.50 per person
August 27 - September 25 Municipal Swimming Pool DATE: Saturday & Sunday TIME: 1:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. FEE: $2.50 per person
Available for those who want to exercise and swim at their own pace. Discount passes available at pool locations.
POOL RULES
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June 3 – August 3 Boys Club Pool
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DATE: Tuesday - Thursday TIME: 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. FEE: $1.00 per person
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Municipal Pool
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DATE: Tuesday - Thursday TIME: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. FEE: $1.00 per person
DATE: FEE:
Tuesday - Friday 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. $1.00 per person
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WATER AEROBICS
This program will consist of light warmup exercises in shallow water, working up to more vigorous aerobic actions. Ability to swim is not required.
June 3 – August 22 Boys Club Pool
DATE: Tuesday - Friday TIME: 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. FEE: $1.00 per person
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All swimmers must wear appropriate swim attire: No cut offs, gym shorts or leotards. Board shorts with drawstrings are allowed. Swim diapers or swimming suits are necessary for infants. No diapers or disposable swim diapers allowed. Swim diapers available for purchase for $10 at each pool location. Children age 3 and under are free with an adult. Children ages 10 & under must be accompanied by an adult ages 18 & over at all times in the pool facility. Children age 6 & under have an adult age 18 & over with them in the water at all times. A complete list of facilities policies and procedures are available at each pool facility.
View current public swim, lap swim and water aerobics schedules online www.mcallenparks.net
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It’s a fun swim party for your and your dog! Bring your dog and favorite toys for a dip in the pool. Proof of current vaccinations required for entry. Saturday, September 24 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Los Encinos Pool 3300 Sarah Ave. $1.50 per dog (2 dogs max per owner)
Spend your July 4th cooling off at the pool! There’s fun for everyone includes games, contests, crafts, music and more!
Monday, July 4 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Municipal Pool $2.50 per person
28 ADULT SPORTS & PROGRAMS ADULT GOLF LESSONS
Beginner and Intermediate lessons will provide an intro to the fundamentals of golf. Clubs are provided if you don’t have your own. Collared shirt and soft spike shoes are required.
DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 6:15 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. PLACE: Palm View Golf Course - 2701 S. Ware Road FEE: $60 Resident / $78 Non-Resident Session 1: June 7 - June 30 Session 2: July 5 - July 21
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ADULT TENNIS INSTRUCTION
Classes introduce the beginning player to fun filled court action and prepare the advanced player for match play. This program will provide instruction in forehand, backhand and serving. Classes will progress to rally, basic court position play and court strategy.
DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. PLACE: McAllen High School Tennis Courts AGE: 15 & up FEE: $60 Resident / $78 Non-Resident Session 1: June 6 - June 30 Session 2: July 11 - August 12
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CULINARY 101
Learn the essential elements to becoming a master in the kitchen. You will be introduced to cooking techniques, knife skills, and new flavors and spices while making different recipes each lesson.
DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center AGE: 15 & up FEE: $30 Resident Session 1: June 7 - June 30 Session 2: July 12 - August 11
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UKULELE
Learn to play this fun instrument invented in Hawaii in the early 1900s. Learn chords, songs, and more! Ukulele provided. 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: June 6 - June 29 Session 2: July 11 - August 10
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OPEN GYM
Individuals must register on-site. Valid ID required for registration and daily sign-in. BASKETBALL
DATE: Monday & Wednesday (when available) TIME: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: 18 & Over FEE: $1 per day DATE: Saturday (when available) TIME: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: 18 & Over FEE: $1 per day DATE: Saturday (when available) TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center AGE: 18 & Over FEE: $1 per day VOLLEYBALL
DATE: Tuesday & Thursday (when available) TIME: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: 18 & Over FEE: $1 per day DATE: Saturday (when available) TIME: 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: 18 & Over FEE: $1 per day
Volkssporting started in Germany and simply defined, is a personal fitness sports and recreation program offering noncompetitive walks, hikes, bike rides, swims, and in some regions cross-country skiing. Walking – also called “volksmarching” – is the most popular of all the volkssporting activities.
McAllen Routes: • Bentsen State Park, 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. in Mission. Park entry fee $5 per person. Ask front desk for “Walk Box” which includes • Historic McAllen, Casa De Palmas Renaissance McAllen Hotel, 101 North Main Street. the map & directions to complete the 10k or 5k route. • Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr. in McAllen/ Park entry fee $3 Adults - $2 Seniors. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON VOLKSSPORT VISIT WWW.AVA.ORG.
ADULT ATHLETIC LEAGUES
The City of McAllen Parks and Recreation Department athletic leagues play under the rules and regulations of the Amateur Softball Association (ASA) and the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF).
LEAGUE REGISTRATION
Registration is accepted in person on a first-come, first-serve basis May 18 - May 21 from 6 - 8 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.)
CO-ED ADULT KICKBALL
AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: Wednesdays, June 15 - August 17 PLACE: Los Encinos Park FEE: $225 per team MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on June 7 at 7:00 p.m.
CO-ED INDOOR VOLLEYBALL
AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: Thursdays, June 4 - August 6 PLACE: Palm View Community Center FEE: $230
MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on June 6 at 7:00 p.m.
ADULT SOFTBALL Men’s B, C, D, E, Co-Ed
AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: June 13 - August 19 PLACE: Westside Park FEE: $350 MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on June 9 at 7:00 p.m.
ADULT BASKETBALL Men’s Competitive & Men’s 6ft & Under
AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: June 14 - August 16 PLACE: Lark & Palm View Community Centers FEE: $275
MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Lark Community Center on June 7 at 7:00 p.m.
SENIOR PROGRAMS 29 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. Contact Lark, Las Palmas or Palm View Community Centers to register or for menu information. SENIOR MONTHLY TRIP 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.
HEALTH & FITNESS
AEROBICS DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 10:10 a.m. - 11:10 a.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center DANCE FITNESS DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center
SPORTS & GAMES
BILLIARDS DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center Bingo DATE: Thursday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center BOARD & Card GAMES DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center DOMINOES DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center Las Palmas Community Center poker & Card Games DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center Puzzles, Chess & Brain Teasers DATE: 2nd Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center Volleyball DATE: Monday - Thursday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center
SENIOR FITNESS DATE: Tuesday TIME: 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center Senior Stretch DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center StreTch & Fit DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center Walking Club DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center YOGA DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center DATE: Monday, Wednesday, Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 9:55 a.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center DATE: Monday & Friday TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center Jazzercise DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center
ARTS & CRAFTS
Arts & Crafts DATE: Monday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center CERAMICS DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center FEE: Cost for materials DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center FEE: Cost of materials Drawing & Painting DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center FEE: Cost of materials Knit & crochet DATE: Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center DATE: Tuesday & Wednesday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center
MUSIC & DANCE
Cine De Lark Films DATE: 3rd Thursday of the month TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center Conjunto Las Palmas DATE: Thursday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center Guitar Lessons DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center GOLDEN LARKS DATE: Tuesday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center LINE dance DATE: Wednesday TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center DATE: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. PLACE: Palm View Community Center Karaoke DATE: 2nd & 4th Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m. PLACE: Lark Community Center
30 FALL YOUTH EVENING PROGRAMS Program PLACE DaY Ballet - Twinkle Toes PVCC M & W Mini Masterpieces PVCC M & W Dance & Cheer PVCC T & TH Football Skills PVCC T & TH Volleyball Skills PVCC T & TH Archery (Beginner) PVCC T & TH Ballet LCC M & W T & TH Indoor Tennis LCC M & W Arts & Crafts LCC M & W Hoop Starz LCC T & TH Football Skills LCC T & TH Dance & Cheer LCC T & TH Folklorico LPCC T &TH Just Dance LPCC T & TH Ballet LPCC T & TH Tumbling LPCC M & W
Age Time FEE Session 1 Session 2 2 years 5:25 - 6:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 773160.01 773160.02 3 - 4 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 773162.01 773162.02 5 - 6 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 773163.01 773163.02 7 - 12 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 773164.01 773164.02 3 - 4 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 773300.01 773300.02 5-6 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 773301.01 773301.02 7 - 10 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 773302.01 773302.02 5 - 6 6:00- 6:45 p.m. R $23 NR $28 773201.01 773201.02 7 - 12 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 773202.01 773202.02 3 - 4 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 773720.01 773720.02 5 - 6 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 773721.01 773721.02 7 - 12 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 773722.01 773722.02 3-4 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 773750.01 773750.02 5 - 6 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 773751.01 773751.02 7 - 12 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 773752.01 773752.02 8 - 14 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. R $30 NR $40 773650.01 773650.02 2 years 5:25 - 5:55 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783160.01 783160.02 3 - 4 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783162.01 783162.02 5 - 6 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783163.01 783163.02 7 - 12 7:10 -7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 783164.01 783164.02 2 years 5:25 - 5:55 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783161.01 783161.02 3 - 4 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783730.01 783730.02 5 - 6 7:35 - 8:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783731.01 783731.02 7 - 12 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. R $23 NR $28 783732.01 783732.02 3 - 4 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783310.01 783310.02 5 - 6 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783311.01 783311.02 8 - 10 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 783312.01 783312.02 3 - 4 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783750.01 783750.02 5 - 6 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783751.01 783751.02 7 - 12 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 783752.01 783752.02 3 - 4 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783720.01 783720.02 5 - 6 7:35 - 8:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783721.01 783721.02 7 - 12 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. R $23 NR $28 783722.01 783722.02 3 - 4 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783200.01 783200.02 5 - 7 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. R $18 NR $23 783201.01 783201.02 8 - 10 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. R $23 NR $28 783202.01 783202.02 3 - 6 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 793140.01 793140.02 7 - 12 6:35 - 7:20 p.m. R $18 NR $23 793141.01 793141.02 3 - 6 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 793171.01 793171.02 7 - 13 6:35 - 7:20 p.m. R $23 NR $28 793172.01 793172.02 3 - 6 6:05 - 6:35 p.m. R $18 NR $23 793162.01 793162.02 3 - 6 6:05 - 6:35 p.m. R $18 NR $23 793601.01 793601.02 7 - 12 6:40 - 7:25 p.m. R $23 NR $28 793602.01 793622.02
CLASS DATES
Session 1 September 6 - October 7 Session 2 October 10 - November 17*
*NO CLASS HELD OCT. 31 - Nov. 3
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 Arts & Crafts - Use a variety of art media to create your very own masterpiece. Learn basic perspectives of color and dimension. Ballet - Introduction to the graceful art form of ballet. Learn positions, balance and coordination. Indoor Tennis - An introduction to the sport of tennis learning skills and techniques to serve and score. Dance & Cheer - Introduction to cheer skills and techniques. Include cheer, jumps and dances. Folklorico - Learn the many different styles of traditional Mexican dance and choreography. Football Skills - Learn basic football skills including throwing, kicking, blocking and punting. Hoop Starz - Get a jump start learning skills and techniques to excel on the court. Just Dance - It’s a mix of a little Hip Hop, Jazz and Free Style dance techniques. Mini Masterpieces - Work with a variety of materials from paint to beads and create your own art by hand. Soccer Skills - Basic introduction to skills and techniques including running, dribbling and kicking. Tennis shoes required. Activity takes place indoors and outdoors. Tumbling - Learn basic tumbling skills from forward rolls, cartwheels and basic back handsprings. Volleyball Skills - Introduction to basic volleyball skills learning the fundamentals of coordination including bump, set, spike and serve. Youth Archery - Series of classes concentrates on range and safety rules, range courtesy, fundamentals of archery, and is taught using compound equipment. (Bows, arrows, and targets will be provided).
Saturday, September 24 • 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Awards in each age division will be determined by measuring the number McAllen Convention Center • Oval Park and/or length of the fish caught over an allotted time. Prizes also Boys & Girls Age Divisions awarded for biggest fish, smallest fish and most fish caught. Please bring Ages 4 - 6 years #653800.01 • Ages 7 - 9 years #653800.02 your own fishing pole. A limited supply of fishing poles will be available. Ages 10 -13 years #653800.03 Bait will be provided. Early Registration $5 • On-Site Registration $10
YOUTH Camps 31 FALL SPECIAL EVENTS
Saturday, September 17 路 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Las Palmas Community Center Activities and demonstrations include tortilla making, storytelling, crafts, and Dia de los Muertos face painting. Activities for children, teens and adults. Fun for the entire family! Special performances by Las Palmas Ballet Folklorico and Conjunto Las Palmas.
H IG
Saturday, September 24 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Palm View Community Center Ages 4 years & Up $40 per Mother & Daughter Pair #771613.01 plus $5 per each additional Daughter #771613.02 Registration deadline: September 19
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$3 Adults $2 Seniors 50 & Over $2 Teens 13-17 $1 Children ages 12 & Under
Moms & Daughters - spend a memorable evening filled with assorted beverages, finger food, pastries, fruit, sweet treats, crafts, and memories to last a lifetime.
Saturday, October 15 路7:30 p.m. Westside Park 1000 S. Ware Rd
MONDAY, OCTOBER 31 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. MUNICIPAL PARK & POOL 1921 N. BICENTENNIAL BLVD.
#757200.01 Run $15 #757200.02 Walk $15
Saturday, November 12 10:00 a.m. Race Start Las Palmas Community Center Ages 2 - 6 years $10 per child #793800.01 Registration Deadline: November 4 Finisher medals awarded to each child. First 50 registered get a FREE t-shirt.
A truly unique experience for mothers and sons to create memories that will last a lifetime. Enjoy a delicious dinner, archery, theme games & more! Perfect way to spend some special time with a son, step-son, god-son, grandson, nephew or special boy. Saturday, November 12 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Lark Community Center Ages 4 years & Up $40 per Mother & Son Pair #781613.01 plus $5 per each additional son #781613.02 Registration Deadline: November 7
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