McFun Activity Guide Fall 2012

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McALLEN PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT REGISTRATION POLICIES

DIRECTORY OFFICES & SITES

REGISTRATION Walk-in registration will be taken on a first come, first served basis, pending space availability. Register in person at Las Palmas Community Center (1921 N. 25th St.), Lark Community Center (2601 Lark Ave.) and Palm View Community Center (3401 Jordan Rd.) during normal business hours. Walk-in registration is not accepted at the Parks and Recreation Administration Office located on Ware Road. Advance Registration Required. We accept cash, check, Visa or Mastercard. Register online at https:// webtrac.mcallen.net. Visa and Mastercard. are accepted forms of payment online. A $20 service charge will be assessed for all returned checks, and students will be removed from classes until finances are settled.

REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS 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. Requests for transfers and refunds must be in writing. Some of our programs, such as Adult Leagues 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. Refunds will take 30 to 60 days to process.

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.

McAllen Parks & Recreation Department 1000 S. Ware Road (956) 681-3333 Lark Community Center 2601 Lark Avenue

(956) 681-3340

Las Palmas Community Center 1921 N. 25th Street

(956) 681-3350

Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Road

(956) 681-3360

Quinta Mazatlan Nature Center 600 Sunset Drive

(956) 681-3370

McAllen Convention Center 700 Convention Center Blvd.

(956) 681-3800

International Museum of Arts & Science 1900 Nolana (956) 682-1564 McAllen Memorial Library 4100 N. 23rd Street

(956) 681-3000

Palm View Golf Course 2701 S. Ware Road

(956) 681-3444

McAllen Boys & Girls Clubs 2620 W. Galveston Avenue 4501 N. 34th Street

(956) 682-3581 (956) 687-3910

McAllen Youth Soccer Association 4313 N. 10th Avenue (956) 631-0431

CITY OF McALLEN ELECTED OFFICIALS

McAllen Chamber of Commerce 1200 Ash Avenue

Richard Cortez, Mayor Hilda Salinas , Mayor Pro-Tem & Commissioner District 3 Aida Ramirez, Mayor Pro-Tem & Commissioner District 4 Scott Crane, Commissioner District 1 John Ingram, Commissioner District 5 Marcus Barrera, Commissioner District 2 Jim Darling, Commissioner District 6

PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD Brian Lewis, Chair Joe Brown, Vice Chair

Rolando Ayala Veronica Galligan Joe (Jose G) Gonzalez Kay Jancik

Raymond Moreno Jim Ramon Donna Rodriguez Armando Salinas

Floyd Seale Morgan Talbot Mark Wilkins

PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF Administration Director, Sally Gavlik Management Assistant, Shane Stockton Supervisor of Accounts, Gracie Garza Recreation Deputy Director, Mike Hernandez Superintendent of Recreation, Rick Krauss Superintendent of Athletics, Victor Ayala Superintendent of Aquatics, Marco De Leon Marketing & Events Coordinator, Leslie A. Howland Operations Deputy Director, Dave Melaas Horticulture Manager, Brad Bentsen Interim Park Manager, Jesse Ybarra Water Manager, Robert Duran Superintendent of Building Maintenance, Richard Martinez

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Lark Community Center Manager, Rosemary Fuentes Supervisor of Recreation, Denny A. Meline Las Palmas Community Center Manager, Samm Mercado Supervisor of Recreation, Sarai Garcia Palm View Community Center Manager, Ana Romero Supervisor of Recreation, Wayne Carter Quinta Mazatlan Manager, Colleen Hook Supervisor of Recreation, Assalia Belmares Supervisor of Recreation, Christine Williams

(956) 682-2871

McAllen Independent School District 2000 N. 23rd Street (956) 618-6000 Metro McAllen 1501 W. Highway 83

(956) 681-3500

McAllen City Hall 1300 Houston

(956) 681-1000

AQUATIC FACILITIES Municipal Pool 1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd

(956) 681-3387

Boys Club Municipal Pool 617 S. 27th Street

(956) 681-3386

Los Encinos Pool 3300 Sarah Avenue

(956) 681-3384

Cascade Pool 1000 S. Bales Road

(956) 681-3385

Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the McFun! We are now accepting sponsorships for the McAllen Recreation Activity Guide.

Sponsors receive a free ad space. Accepting sponsorships for spring, summer and fall editions. For more information on sponsorship levels, availability and discount offers contact Leslie Howland at 956.681.3333 or email lahowland@mcallen.net

TOWN LAKE AT FIREMENS PARK FISHING GUIDELINES All persons over 17 years of age must have a current 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. People in a canoe or kayak must wear a life jacket at all times.

RENTAL INFORMATION Pavilion area is 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.

Kidz CampOUt Get ready for a camping adventure! Kids will experience traditional outdoor camping activities including canoeing, kayaking, camp set-up, games and more!

DATE: Saturday & Sunday, September 29 - 30 TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.

PLACE: Town Lake at Firemen’s Park, 201 N. 1st Street AGE: 8 - 15 years FEE: $25 per child

ACTIVITY#: 750002.12

Family Fish Camp with Fishing’s Futuresh Camp It’s time for some fishing fun! Parents and kids will enjoy a day learning the skills and methods to reel in their catch. Learn about knots, lures, rods, reels and fishing techniques as well as water and outdoor safety. Families with all levels of knowledge and skill are welcome to attend.

DATE: Saturday, November 3 TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

PLACE: Town Lake at Firemens Park, 201 N. 1st Street FEE: FREE! SPACE IS LIMITED & ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

ACTIVITY#: 350993.12

Youth Fishing ContestCamp It’s time again for the 5th Annual Kids Fishing Derby presented by Academy Sports & Outdoors and generously sponsored by Andy’s Marine. Put your fishing skills to the test while competing with other kids to see who can catch the biggest fish, smallest fish and most fish. Boys and girls compete in three age groups (4 to 6, 7 to 9 & 10 to 13). First through third place trophies awarded in each age group. A limited number of fishing poles will be available on a first-come first-serve basis.

Date: Saturday, November 17 Time: 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. (On-Site Registration available from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.)

PLACE: Town Lake at Firemen’s Park, 201 N. 1st Street AGE: 4 - 13 years FEE: Advance registration $3 On-Site Registration $5 ACTIVITY#: 350992.12 Farmers Marketh Camp Purchase a delicious variety of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables from local growers and farms. Sponsored by the Hidalgo County Texas AgriLife Extension Office.

DATE: Saturdays TIME: 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.

PLACE: Town Lake at Firemens Park, 201 N. 1st Street FEE: FREE ADMISSION. Prices for products and produce vary.

SEASON SCHEDULE October 27, 2012 November 10 & 17, 2012 December 1, 8, & 15, 2012 January 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2013 February 2, 9, 16, & 23, 2013 March 2, 9, 16, & 23, 2013 April 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2013 May 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2013 June 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2013

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SPECIAL EVENTS Doggie Day at the Pool

It’s a fun swim party for you and your pooch! Bring your dog for a dip in the pool. Don’t forget your pup’s favorite fetch toys.

Proof of current vaccinations are required.

DATE: Saturday, September 15 TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

PLACE: Los Encinos Pool, 3300 Sarah Ave. FEE: $1.25 per dog (2 dogs max per owner) McALLEN BUS TOURS

Guided bus tours from Quinta Mazatlan are a perfect way to visit McAllen’s natural and cultural wonders. Space is limited and advance reservations required. Reservations accepted at Quinta Mazatlan and McAllen Parks and Recreation Administration Office.

HISTORY OF McALLEN TOUR Discover McAllen’s rich & cultural heritage on a bus tour of historic sites and landmarks throughout the heart of the city.

DATE: 2nd Saturday of the Month (Oct. - Apr.) Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec 8 TIME: 8:30 - 11:00 a.m.

FEE: $7 per person BIRDS OF BEAUTY McALLEN TOUR Walk through the woods with an expert birder looking for native and migratory birds at Quinta Mazatlan and the McAllen Nature Center DATE: 3rd Saturday of the Month (Oct. - Apr.) Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec 15 TIME: 8:30 -11:00 a.m.

FEE: $7 per person

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SPECIAL EVENTS RACE FEE Advance $20 • On-Site $30 • $5 OFF for costumed runners!

ACTIVITY# 350512.Y1 • ACTIVITY#350512.Y2 with costume

AWARDS Participants receive event FREE t-shirt & custom survivor medal. Custom award medals to top 3 male and female finishers in age groups.

Halloween Party Live Music, Tastey Food, Costume Contests, Games, Prizes & More!

Alcoholic beverages available for purchase. Registered runners age 21 & older get 2 alcoholic beverage tickets. Fun for all ages.

REGISTER In person any McAllen Community Center - Lark (2601 Lark Ave), Las Palmas (1921 N. 25th St.) or Palm View (3401 Jordan Rd). Register online at www.mcallenparks.net.

Volunteers needed

Sponsorhips Available Fun for everyone! This city-wide Halloween festival includes candy, games, arts & crafts, activities, contests, music and a haunted house.

Experience the unique canoe tours through the haunted pool, if you dare.

DATE: Wednesday, October 31 TIME: 6:00 - 9:30 p.m.

PLACE: Municipal Park & Pool, 1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd.

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SPECIAL EVENTS HOLIDAY - MOVIES IN THE PARK

Kick-off the holiday season with one of the newest family holiday movies. Pack a picnic and blanket while enjoying a warm cup of hot chocolate!

DATE: PLACE:

Saturday, December 1 Westside Park, 1000 S. Ware Rd

TIME: FEE:

7:00 p.m.

FREE!!

ARTHUR CHRISTMAS This animated feature at last reveals the incredible, never-before seen answer to every child’s question: ‘So how does Santa deliver all those presents in one night?’

The answer: Santa’s exhilarating, ultra-high-tech operation hidden beneath the North Pole. But at the heart of the film is a story with the ingredients of a Christmas classic - a family in a state of comic dysfunction and an unlikely hero, Arthur, with an urgent mission that must be completed before Christmas morning dawns.

Animated Feature.

Voices by: James McAvoy, Hugh Laurie, Jim Broadbent.

Columbia Pictures; Directed by Sarah Smith. Rated PG; 97 minutes; 2011

Candlelight Posada & Parade A city-wide holiday celebration featuring a traditional Mexican posada, a lighted parade and live nativity. Other activities include holiday entertainment, featuring live music, caroling, food booths, vendors and the annual lighting of the “City Christmas Tree”. Live music performances and demonstrations will take place on three stages (Main Stage, Teen Town, Little Town). Enjoy the lighted parade featuring floats , marching bands, and entries from local non-profit and civic groups.

For more information and a complete schedule of events, contact the McAllen Chamber of Commerce at 956.682.2871.

WINTER BREAK DAY CAMP Here’s a chance for kids to get out of the house and have some holiday fun while Mom and Dad get ready for the holidays.Experience fun-filled winter break with arts & crafts, games and sports. Participants must bring a sack lunch and drink each day.

DATE: TIME:

PLACE: FEE:

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Monday - Friday, December 17 - 21 5-6 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (all day) 781612.01 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (half-day morning) 781612.04 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (half-day afternoon) 781612.07 Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. All Day $60 resident / $120 non-resident (all day) Half-Day $30 resident / $ 60 non-resident (half day)

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ATHLETICS Christmas Crush Tournament SOFTBALL Men’s D Class Division DATE:

Friday & Saturday, Dec. 14 - 15

PLACE: Westside Softball Complex

1000 S. Ware Rd.

FEE:

$175 per team

RULES: ASA Rules Apply PRIZES: Team Trophy, T-Shirts & Prizes

for 1st - 3rd Place

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).

Adult league registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis in person from August 27 - 29 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Palm View Community Center located at 3401 Jordan Rd. 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: Monday - Friday, Sept. 10 - Nov. 16 TIME: 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m. & 10:00 p.m.

PLACE: Westside Softball Complex, 1000 S. Ware Rd FEE: $350 per team MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on Thursday, Sept. 6 at 7:00 p.m.

ADULT INDOOR VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Divisions: Co-Ed Recreational and Co-Ed Competitive AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: Sept.12 – Nov. 21 TIME: 7:00 p.m. , 8:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

3401 Jordan Rd. FEE: $225 per team MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on Wednesday, Sept. 5 at 6:00 p.m.

ADULT KICKBALL LEAGUE Divisions: Co-Rec AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day play DATE: Sept. 13 – Nov. 14 TIME: 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m. & 10:00 p.m.

PLACE: Los Encinos Park, 2900 Sarah Ave. FEE: $225 per team MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on Wednesday, Sept. 5 at 7:00 p.m.

ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE Divisions: Men’s Competitive, Men’s Recreational and Women’s Open AGE No younger than 18 of the first day of play DATE: Sept. 11 – Nov. 20 TIME: 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. Palm View Community Ctr, 3401 Jordan Rd FEE: $275 per team MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Lark Community Center on Tuesday,Sept. 4 at 7:00 p.m.

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YOUTH SPORTS Zumba Kidz** Explore the world of dance and fitness.

A fusion of Latin dance and aerobic exercise, Zumba Kids encourages children to incorporate exercise into their daily life while promoting strong bodies and weight management.

DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 5:15 - 6:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 4 - 12 FEE: $38 per 4 - week session Session 1: Sept. 3 - 28 782015.01 Session 2: Oct. 1 - 26 782015.02 Session 3: Oct. 29 - Nov. 23 782015.03 Session 4: Nov 26 - Dec. 21 782015.04 McAllen Track Club Under the direction of Coach Tony Trejo, continue your track and field training and stay ahead of the competition. Stay in shape and improve your technique, strength and stamina! Class will meet Tuesday and Wednesday nights.

DATE: Tuesday & Wednesday TIME: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: TBA AGE: 5 - 18 years FEE: $40 per session Session 1: September Session 2: October Session 3: November Session 4: December

VOLLEYBALL SKILLS & DRILLS Improve your volleyball skills and stay fit with 90 minutes of instruction and drills in setting, passing, serving and spiking. You will learn and develop the skills to play recreationally or competitive in a relaxed, fun co-ed volleyball class. In this class you will learn the use of self-mastery training and groups that help each student reach a new level.

DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGEL 8 - 13 years (Boys & Girls) FEE: $50 Residents/$58 Non-Residents Session 1: Sept. 17 - Oct. 10 Session 2: Oct. 15 - Nov. 7 Session 3: Nov. 12 - Dec. 12

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Volleyball Camps Designed to develop specific skills, techniques and physical training levels.

DATE: Saturday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 8 - 13 years FEE: $20 Residents/$28 Non-Residents

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Session 1: All Skills Sept. 15 Session 2: Libero Oct. 20 Session 3: Setters Nov. 10 Session 4: Hitters Dec. 8

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NFL Punt, pass & Kick Football Skills Challenge

Sponsored by the National Football League (NFL) and Pepsi, boys and girls compete separately in five age divisions in punting, passing, and kicking. Local winners will advance to the Sectional Competition. Proof of age (Birth Certificate or Baptismal Record) required at time of registration.

DATE: Saturday, September 15 TIME: 9:00 a.m.

PLACE: Westside Park, 1000 S. Ware Rd. AGE: Boys & Girls, 6 - 15 years FEE: FREE Register on-site or in advance.

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For more information visit www.nflppk.com for rules and regulations.

VALLEY SPORTS UNIVERSITY BASEBALL

Learn the professional way to field groundballs, catch fly balls and run the bases. Perform the same drills that all major league baseball players use to improve their skills.

DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 6 - 12 years FEE: $55 per session Session 1: Sept. 4 - Oct. 5 782009.01 Session 2: Oct. 8 - Nov. 16 782009.02

Softball

Learn skills and techniques to improve your game. Includes throwing, catching, hitting and base running.

DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 6 - 12 years FEE: $55 per session Session 1: Sept. 4 - Oct. 5 782010.01 Session 2: Oct. 8 - Nov. 16 782010.02

Football

Develop and enhance your physical and mental athletic performance.

Techniques target specific training for linemen, quarterbacks, running backs and defensive players.

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

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 6 - 12 years FEE: $55 per session Session 1: Sept. 4 - Oct. 5 782011.01 Session 2: Oct. 8 - Nov. 16 782011.02

Basketball

Learn basketball drills and techniques throughout the camp to improve dribbling, shooting, rebounding, passing and defense.

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

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 6 - 12 years FEE: $55 per session

Session 1: September 15 Session 2: October 20 Session 3: November 10 Session 4: December 8

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**SORRY NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS FOR THIS CLASS

YOUTH EVENING CLASSES CLASS DATES SESSION 1 Session 2

September 4 - October 5 October 8 - November 16* * NO CLASSES OCT. 29 - NOV. 2

CLASS FEES 30 minute 45 minute 60 minute

$18 Resident/ $23 Non-Resident $23 Resident/ $28 Non-Resident $28 Resident/ $33 Non-Resident

Program

PLACE DaY Age

Hands on Art

LPCC T & TH 3 - 6

Time

FEE

Session 1 Session 2

5:30 - 6:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 790227.01 790228.01

7 - 12 6:15 - 7:00 p.m. R $23 NR $28 790227.02 790228.02

Jazz

LPCC T & TH 3 - 6

6:05 - 6:35 p.m. R $18 NR $23 790222.01 790222.02

Ballet

LPCC T & TH 3 - 6

6:40 - 7:10 p.m. R $18 NR $23 790032.01 790032.01

Folklorico

LPCC T & TH 3 - 6

5:30 – 6:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 790042.01 790043.01

7 - 13 6:15 - 7:00 p.m. R $23 NR $28 790042.02 790043.02

Class Locations

Hip Hop

LPCC T & TH 7 - 13 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. R $23 NR $28 790055.01 790055.02

LPCC

Pep Squad

LPCC T & TH 5 - 6

Kids Drama

LPCC T & TH 7 - 12 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. R $23 NR $28 790562.01 790562.02

Las Palmas Community Center

1921 N. 19th Street & Quince PVCC Palm View Community Center

3401 Jordan Rd & S. Ware LCC Lark Community Center

2601 Lark Ave. & N. 23rd

Science Funomenon LPCC T & TH 5 - 6

6:05 - 6:35 p.m. R $18 NR $23 790924.01 -

Tumbling

6:05 - 6:35 p.m. R $18 NR $23 -

Mini-Masterpieces PVCC M & W 3 - 4

6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770172.01 770172.02

CLASS Descriptions

5 - 6

6:30 - 7:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770173.01 770173.02

7 - 10 7:00 - 7:45 p.m. R $23 NR $28 770174.01 770174.02

BALLET - Intro to graceful artform of ballet. Learn positions, balance and coordination.

CHEERLEADING - Intro to various cheer skills & techniques. Includes cheers, jumps, stunts & dances.

FOLKLORICO - Intro to the traditional artform of regional Mexican dancing.

FOOTBALL SKILLS - Learn valuable skills to excel.

Learn fundamental skills and drills.

HANDS ON ART - Use your hands to create various one of a kind art projects.

DRAWING - Learn a variety of basic drawing skills.

Includes sketching figues & shapes.

HIP HOP - Learn to rock to the beats with cool routines and popular moves.

JAZZ - Move and groove to popular music.

KIDS DRAMA - Introduces acting concepts, skills and performance techniques.

MAT-CERCISE - Learn basic tumbling skills including forward rolls, tiny toe touches and proper stretching.

MINI-MASTERPIECES - Work with a variety of materials from paint to beads and create your own unique art by hand to take home.

PAINTING - Use a variety of art media to create your very own masterpiece. Learn basic perspectives of color and dimension.

PEP SQUAD - Show your team spirit learning basic cheer skills and techniques.

SCIENCE FUNOMENON - Learn cool science tricks.

SPIRIT ANGELS - An intro to cheerleading techniques including jumps, cheers, and great dances.

TUMBLING - Learn basic floor exercises includes basic rolls and streching.

TWINKLE TOES - Learn the basic steps of ballet.

URBAN STEPZ - Learn basic jazz and hip-hop moves to today’s latest hip hop hits.

LPCC T & TH 5 - 6

6:40 - 7:10 p.m. R $18 NR $23 790362.01 790362.02

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Mat-Cercise PVCC M & W 3 - 4

5:30 - 6:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770352.01 770352.02

3 - 4

6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770353.01 770353.02

5 - 6

6:30 - 7:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770354.01 770354.02

7 - 9

7:00 - 7:45 p.m. R $23 NR $28 770355.01 770355.02

Urban Stepz PVCC M & W 3 - 4

5:30 - 6:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770052.01 770052.02

5 - 6

6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770053.01 770053.02

7 - 10 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. R $23 NR $28 770054.01 770054.02

11 - 13 7:15 - 8:00 p.m. R $23 NR $28 770055.01 770055.02

Twinkle Toes PVCC T & TH 2 years 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770032.01 770032.02

2 years 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770033.01 770033.02

3 - 4

6:30 - 7:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770034.01 770034.02

3 - 4

7:00 - 7:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770035.01 770035.02

5 - 6

7:30 - 8:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770036.01 770036.02

Spirit Angels PVCC T & TH 3 - 4

5:30 - 6:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770362.01 770362.02

3 - 4

6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770363.01 770363.02

5 - 6

6:30 - 7:00 p.m. R $18 NR $23 770364.01 770634.02

7 - 9

7:00 - 7:45 p.m. R $23 NR $28 770365.01 770365.02

LCC T & TH 5 - 6

6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 780032.01 780032.02

Ballet

Cheerleading

LCC M & W 5 - 6

Football Skills

Painting

6:00 - 6:45 p.m. R $23 NR $28 780213.01 780213.02

7 & Up 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. R $28 NR $33 780214.01 780214.02

LCC T & TH 5 - 6

6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 780342.01 780342.02

7 & Up 6:45 - 7:15 p.m. R $18 NR $23 780343.01 780343.02

LCC M & W 5 - 6

6:00 - 6:30 p.m. R $18 NR $23 780362.01 770362.02

7 & Up 6:45 - 7:15 p.m. R $18 NR $23 780363.01 770363.02

LCC M & W 5 - 6

Drawing

7 & Up 6:45 - 7:15 p.m. R $18 NR $23 780033.01 780033.02

6:00 - 6:45 p.m. R $23 NR $28 780223.01 780223.02

7 & Up 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. R $28 NR $33 780224.01 780224.02

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YOUTH PROGRAMS TINY TOTS - LET’S MOVE Introduce your child to fun songs while encouraging them to move to the beat and play with other kids!

Develop new skills and self confidence together with music & movement.

DATE: Monday & Wednesday

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 2 years

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 3 - 4 years PLACE: Palm View Community Center

3401 Jordan Rd. FEE: $28 Resident/ $33 Non-Resident Age Session 1 Session 2

Sept. 4 - Oct. 5 Oct. 8 - Nov. 16 2 yr. 770160.01 770160.02 3 - 4 770161.01 770161.02 Learn, Grow & PLay “ABC English & Me” is a fun and wonderful Family Enrichment Program. This comprehensive program is designed to promote early school success. It is a researchproven method that that has proven the ways music and movement enhances language acquisition and cognitive development.

ABC English & Me es un programa extraordinario y divertido de enriquecimiento familiar. Este programa con enfoque comprensivo está diseñado para apoyar el éxito académico en edad temprana. El método de este programa ha sido científicamente probado y evaluado las maneras en que la música y el movimiento refuerzan la adquisición de lenguas y el desarrollo cognoscitivo.

DATE: Monday or Wednesday TIME: 10:45 -11:20 a.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 2 - 6 years FEE: $50 plus additional supply cost MONDAY SESSION Session 1: Sept. 17 – Oct. 8 Session 2: Oct. 15 – Nov. 12 Session 3: Nov. 19 – Dec. 17 WEDNESDAY SESSION Session 1: Sept. 19 – Oct. 10 Session 2: Oct. 17 – Nov. 14 Session 3: Nov. 21 – Dec. 19

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Mother & Son night out Game on! A fun-filled night out complete with dinner and activities. Mothers and sons will enjoy games, sports, scavenger hunts, crafts and more. An ideal way for moms to spend quality-time with the young man or men in their lives.

DATE: Saturday, November 19 TIME: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave.

AGE: FEE:

4 & Up $50 per pair/$10 additional son (thru Oct. 8) $60 per pair/$10 additional son (after Oct. 8)

Chinese Language** Did you know that Mandarin is the most widely spoken form of Chinese?

Chinese language has more native speakers than any other languages. Chinese language (Mandarin Chinese) is one of the six official languages used by the United Nations.

Beginner Chinese** DATE: Tuesday & Thurday TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 6 & Up FEE: $120 per session

Advanced Chinese** DATE: Monday, Wednesday, Friday TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 6 & Up FEE: $150 per session

Session1: Sept. 3 - 28 Session 2: Oct. 1 - 26 Session 3: Oct. 29 – Nov. 23 Session 4: Nov. 26 – Dec. 21

Session1: Sept. 3 - 28 Session 2: Oct. 1 - 26 Session 3: Oct. 29 – Nov. 23 Session 4: Nov. 26 – Dec. 21

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FEE: $75 per session Session1: Sept. 3 - 28 Session 2: Oct. 1 - 26 Session 3: Oct. 29 – Nov. 23 Session 4: Nov. 26 – Dec. 21

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Weekend Chinese Class** DATE: Saturday TIME: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 6 & Up

**SORRY NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS FOR THIS CLASS

YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAMS TEEN TIME Are you in Middle School or High School? Want to meet other teens with your same interests? Participate in sports, creative activities, dances, games, arts and crafts. You can even get help with homework. Find out about community projects with TTSO and just have some fun.

DATE: Monday-Thursday 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

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

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

3401 Jordan Rd. AGE: 6th grade – 16 years FEE: FREE 770960.12 Basketball Madness A safe and fun place for teens to hang out. Put yourself to the test with basketball skills challenges including three point shoot-out, trick shot, three on three tournaments and more. Supervised by staff and security, concessions will be sold. Parents are welcomed!

DATE: Friday, November 16 TIME: 7:00 - 11:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

3401 Jordan Rd. AGE: 6th grade - 16 years FEE: $5 770998.12 Participants must be enrolled in Teen Time or sign up with parents the day of the event. A photo or school ID is required.

Martial Arts** Learn martial arts skills, life skills, health, self-esteem and confidence.

At the end of sessions there will be a performance.

DATE: Saturday TIME: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 7 - 18 FEE: $60 per 4 - week session Session 1: Sept. 3 - 28 Session 2: Oct. 1 - 26 Session 3: Oct. 29 - Nov. 23 Session 4: Nov 26 - Dec. 21

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International Ballroom Dance** Discover Latin dance forms including the Rumba, ChaCha, Paso Doble, Salsa and Tango. Develop physical strength, stamina and rhythm.

DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 5:15 - 6:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 6 & up FEE: $60 per 4 - week session Session 1: Sept. 3 - 28 Session 2: Oct. 1 - 26 Session 3: Oct. 29 - Nov. 23 Session 4: Nov 26 - Dec. 21

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CAREER PATHWAYS FOR TEENS Designed to help parents and tutors guide teens on the proceess of choosing a career path. Parents will discuss and learn how to identify and promote career development.

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

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: Parents/Guardians of Teens FEE: $60 per session Session 1: Sept. 14 - Oct. 5 Session 2: Oct. 12 - Nov. 2 Session 3: Nov. 9 - Dec. 7

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AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM In cooperation with the McAllen Independent School District, supervised after school play and homework help are offered at the following elementary schools: Alvarez Elementary 2606 Gumwood Bonham Elementary 2400 Jordan Escandon Elementary 2901 Colbath Fields Elementary 500 Dallas Jackson Elementary 501 Harvey Lark Community Center 2601 Lark McAuliffe Elementary 3000 Daffodil Navarro Elementary 2100 Hackberry Sam Houston Elementary 3221 Olga Wilson Elementary 1200 W Hackberry DATE: Monday - Friday* TIME: 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. *The Afterschool Program is only available during regular class days. The program observes all early release days and school holidays.

Celebrate your 15th birthday without all the hassle of spending hundreds of dollars and countless hours planning.

Our annual Mis Quince event provides the invitations and a 5x7 photo are for each birthday boy or girl. Your special guests will enjoy a spectacularly decorated Mardi Gras themed party space, dancing, dinner and dessert. Space is limited and advance reservations required.

DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGES: FEE:

Saturday, December 1 Dinner 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. • Dance 8:00 p.m. - Midnight Palm View Community Center, 3401 Jordan Rd McAllen 14 to 16 years $80 includes Quinceanera and 10 guests 770999.12 Additional Guests up to 10 max ($10 ea)

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AQUATIC PROGRAMS Kids Tri-Athlon DATE: Saturday, September 29 PLACE: Los Encinos Pool & Park, 3300 Sarah Ave. TIME: 6:30 - 10:30 a.m.

AGE:

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7 - 10 years (Race Begins at 8:00 a.m.)

11 - 13 years (Race Begins at 7:15 a.m.) $35 per person 740969.01

McAllen Makos This is a non-competitive swim team; focusing on technique and conditioning.

Participants must be at least 5 years old and are required to swim 25 yards continuously. To determine levels, all new participants must be present at tryouts. Assessment: Saturday, September 8 · 9:00 - 11:30 a.m · Boys & Girls Club Pool.

PLACE:

AGE: FEE:

Boys & Girls Club Pool 617 S. 27th Street.

5 years & up $20 Resident/ $30 Non-Resident

Session 1: Setpember 10 - 26

Public Swimming

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 (little swimmers) allowed.

Children age 3 and under are free with an adult.

Municipal Swimming Pool (Ends September 16) DATE: Saturday & Sunday TIME: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m.

FEE: $2.50 per person.

Los Encinos Swimming Pool (Ends September 15) DATE: Saturday & Sunday TIME: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m.

FEE: $1.25 per person

Home School Swim Lessons Available!

The perfect physical education & fitness addition to your home-school curriculum. Students are divided in to swim groups according to their skill levels. Contact the Aquatics Superintendent at 956.681.3333 for more information on scheduling classes for your group.

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DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Beginner

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

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

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LAP SWIMMING

Available for those who want to exercise and swim at their own pace.

MORNING LAPS DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 5:00 - 7:00 a.m.

PLACE: Municipal Swimming Pool

1921 N. Biecentennial Blvd.

FEE: $1 per person Swim Passes available

EVENING LAPS DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

PLACE: Nikki Rowe High School Natatorium

2101 N. Ware Rd. FEE: $1 per person. Swim passes available

NOON LAPS DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

PLACE: Municipal Swimming Pool

1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd.

FEE: $1 per person. Swim passes available

WEEKEND LAPS DATE: Saturday & Sunday TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 12: 45 p.m.

PLACE: Muncipal Swimming Pool

1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd.

FEE: $1 per person. Swim passes available

Water Aerobics

This program will consist of light warm-up exercises in shallow water, working up to more vigorous aerobic actions. Ability to swim is not required.

DATE: Monday, Wednesday & Friday TIME: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: Nikki Rowe Natatorium

2101 N. Ware Rd. FEE: $1 per person

LEARN TO SWIM GUS & GOLDIE LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM Join Gus & Goldie to learn important water safety skills.

Each participant will receieve 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 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.

FEE:

$25 Resident $35 Non-Resident

Toddler (Parent & Baby) Municipal Swimming Pool Class 1: 6:10 p.m. – 6:40 p.m.

Pre-SCHool Municipal Swimming Pool Class 1: 6:10 p.m. – 6:40 p.m.

Class 2: 6:50 p.m. – 7:20 p.m.

Class 3: 7:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Boys Club Swimming Pool Class 1: 5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.

Class 2: 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.

Youth Municipal Swimming Pool Class 1: 6:00 p.m. – 6:40 p.m.

Class 2: 6:50 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Class 3: 7:40 p.m. – 8:20 p.m.

Boys Club Swimming Pool Class 1: 5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.

Class 2: 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.

Adaptive Aquatics Boys Club Swimming Pool Class 1: 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Class 2: 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

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.

GUS & GOLDIE LEARN-TO-SWIM PROGRAM PROUD SPONSORS

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.

SESSION 1 Monday - Thursday Sept. 10 - 20

SESSION 2 Monday - Thursday Sept. 24 - Oct. 4

SESSION 3 Monday & Wednesday Oct. 8 - 24

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NATURE PROGRAMS QUINTA MAZATLAN McAllen Wing of the World Birding Center 600 Sunset Drive in McAllen • 956.681.3370 www.quintamazatlan.com

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Tuesday through Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thursday Nights open until dark Directions: Take Exp. 83 to 10th St. Travel South on 10th St. Turn East on Sunset (Hotel on corner). Proceed along Sunset to Quinta Mazatlan. Parking outside gates.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS WILD THINGS SERIES Scouts and Youth Groups are invited to enjoy a hands-on program including classroom investigations, eco-art and trail adventures.

DATE: 4th Saturday of the month,(Oct. - Apr.) TIME: 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

FEE: $5 per student (includes supplies) If a scout, program provides opportunities to meet merit badge requirements!

FALL WILD THINGS Oct. 27 Forestry - Identify trees, create and design your own clay pot, plant and nurture a native tree sapling. (Ages 7-12) ACTIVITY# 160400.07 Nov. 24 Wings Over the Valley - Study birds and build a feeder (Ages 11-18) ACTIVITY# 160400.08 SCOUT PROGRAMS Explore and investigate habitat and wildlife to meet the needs of merit badge requirements. Scouts will also create fun eco-projects, listen to stories and complete interactive activities.

AGES: 6 and up DATES: Saturdays TIME: 3 hour programs-call for reservations FEE: $5 per scout Advance registration, payment & preparation required!

GIRL SCOUT BADGES Daisy: Learning Petals Brownie: Eco-Explorer & Listening to the Past Junior: Earth Connections & Wildlife Cadette & Senior: Wings over the Valley Junior, Cadette & Senior: High-Tech Treasure Hunt BOY SCOUT BADGES Webelos: Forester & Naturalist Boy Scouts: Bird Study & High-Tech Treasure Hunt

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WINTER WILD THINGS Dec. 22 Naturalist - Get cozy with earth worms and dissect owl pellets. (Ages 8 - 12) ACTIVITY# 160400.09 Jan. 26 High-tech Treasure Hunt: Geocashing Explore the forest and search for hidden treasures using a GPS system. (Ages 11 - 18) ACTIVITY# 160400.10 Feb. 23 Love Water - Explore ponds and create your own waterscape (Ages 7 - 10) ACTIVITY# 160400.11 SPRING WILD THINGS Mar. 23 Amazing Daisy - Earn your first Daisy Petals, learn about plants and make new friendships. (Ages 5 - 6) ACTIVITY# 160400.12

Apr. 27 Wild in the Woods - Learn to live in the Thornforest filled with wildlife (All ages) ACTIVITY# 160400.13

SCHOOL SCIENCE SERIES Programs are designed to meet specific TEKS as well as National Science Standards. The school field trip provides both hands-on indoor lab experiments as well as outdoor trail adventures. Bring lunch to picnic on the Discovery Center patio following the program.

AGES: DATES: TIME: FEE:

Kinder and up (max 60 students per tour) Thursdays and Fridays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. $5 per student (Teachers & Parents free!)

Advance registration, payment & preparation required!

Pre-K: Nature Treasure Hunt Kinder: Using Our Senses to Explore the Outdoors 1st Grade: Exploring Living and Non-living Things 2nd Grade: Budding Botanist 3rd Grade: Adaptations Everywhere 4th Grade: Exploring Soil & Leaves 5th Grade: Let’s Explore as an Ornithologist 5th Grade: Aquatic Ecology 6th & 7th: Investigating Environment Interactions 8th Grade: Exploring Your Home Biome Up to 5th: Endangered Species of Texas VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Need community service hours or would you just like to lend nature a helping hand? From gardening to leading educational tours, we welcome your support! Walk in anytime and learn how to apply your skills and interests at Quinta Mazatlan.

NATURE PROGRAMS Walk with a Guest Naturalist Stroll through the gardens and native trails with a Guest Naturalist and different topic each month.

DATE: 2nd Saturday of the Month (Oct. - Apr.) Oct.13, Nov. 10, Dec 8 TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

FEE: $2 for adults, $1 for seniors & children

McAllen Bus Tours

ADULT & TEEN PROGRAMS TOUR THE MANSION & GARDENS

No reservations required. For groups of 15 or more, please call to reserve a private tour!

Stroll Through History Tour A walking tour of the historic adobe home built in the 1930’s, its architecture, and the families who lived at the mansion.

DATE: Friday mornings (Oct. - Apr.) TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

FEE: $2 for adults, $1 for seniors & children FINDING PLEASURE IN BIRDING Join an advanced birder to see and learn about the unique birds and plants found in the Thornforest.

DATE: Tuesdays (Oct. - Apr.) TIME: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

FEE: $2 for adults, $1 for seniors & children

Guided bus tours from Quinta Mazatlan are a perfect way to visit McAllen’s natural and cultural wonders. Pick up tickets at Quinta Mazatlan or McAllen Parks and Recreation Office.

History of McAllen Tour Discover McAllen’s rich & cultural heritage on a bus tour of historic sites and landmarks throughout the heart of the city.

DATE: 2nd Saturday of the Month (Oct. - Apr.) Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec 8 TIME: 8:30 - 11:00 a.m.

FEE: $7 per person Birds of Beauty McAllen Tour Walk through the woods with an expert birder looking for native and migratory birds at Quinta Mazatlan and the McAllen Nature Center DATE: 3rd Saturday of the Month (Oct. - Apr.) Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec 15 TIME: 8:30 -11:00 a.m.

FEE: $7 per person

WORKSHOPS

Garden TEA & TALK An outdoor guided tour focusing on the edible and medicinal aspects of the plants on our grounds. Taste a sampling of foods and teas made using plants.

BACKYARD HABITAT STEWARD Hands-on learning from the best backyard habitat experts in the RGV. After the 6-week program, become a Certified Backyard Habitat Steward and receive a shirt patch & yard sign.

DATE: Wednesdays (Oct. - Apr.) TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

FEE: $2 for adults, $1 for seniors & children

DATE: Tuesdays Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and Nov. 6 TIME: 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

FEE: $60 per person 160305.02

Forest Sculpture Trail Walk A guided walk will introduce over 16 native animals of the Thornforest as represented by larger-than-life bronze sculptures.

DATE: 1st Saturday of the Month (Oct. - Apr.) Oct. 6, Nov. 3, Dec. 1 TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

FEE: $2 for adults, $1 for seniors & children

BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATION Join artist and botanist Sue Sill and learn to sketch from plants and finish the drawings with ink and water color.

All experience-levels are welcome.

DATES: Friday & Saturday TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

FEE: $80 per person plus $10 materials

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BRIDGING GENERATIONS OUTDOORS We’re teaming-up Teens to Seniors to help foster generations of conservationists via fun and educational hands-on nature programs.

Beginners Flock to Birding Join an expert birder for fun experiences both indoors and outdoors. Bird watch, learn about field marks and songs, make a mesquite feeder and more.

DATE: Saturday, October 6 TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

FEE: $5 per person

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Art in Nature WORKSHOP with Lisa McLaughlin New York professional designer, artist and illustrator Lisa McLaughlin will focus on design principles. Leave with your own creation and inspiration.

DATE: Saturday, November 3rd TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

FEE: $5 per person

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Geocaching: High-Tech Treasure Hunt Search for clues and destination points using Global Positioning System (GPS) Technology. Bring your own GPS unit or borrow one of ours!

DATE: Saturday, December 1 TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

FEE: $5 per person

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NATURE SPEAKER SERIES

Explore everything from birds and butterflies to culture and art of the Rio Grande Valley.

Proudly brought to you through the generous sponsorship of Thurmond Eye Associates AGES: Teens and Adults DATES: Thursday evenings, (Oct. - Apr.) TIME: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

FEE: $2 for adults, $1 for seniors

Visit www.quintamazatlan.com for a complete schedule of this season’s nature speakers.

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ADULT PROGRAMS Body Stretch & Zumba®Gold** Learn to develop strong mind-body connections. Techniques will be taught on how to control your body during exercises and how to move with better biomechanics.

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

PLACE:. Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $35 per 4- week session Session1: Sept. 3 - 28 Session 2: Oct. 1 - 26 Session 3: Oct. 29 – Nov. 23 Session 4: Nov. 26 – Dec. 21

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Yoga, Pilates & Core Strength** Designed to improve joint flexibility and range of motion. Reduces stress levels and helps build strength, confidence, and body balance.

DATE: Monday TIME: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE:. Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $20 per 4- week session Session1: Sept. 3 - 28 Session 2: Oct. 1 - 26 Session 3: Oct. 29 – Nov. 23 Session 4: Nov. 26 – Dec. 21

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Yoga with Body Stretch** Designed to improve joint flexibility and range of motion. Reduces stress levels and helps build strength, confidence, and body balance.

Combines maximum breath, tai chi, yoga and meditation.

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

PLACE:. Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $20 per 4- week session Session1: Sept. 3 - 28 Session 2: Oct. 1 - 26 Session 3: Oct. 29 – Nov. 23 Session 4: Nov. 26 – Dec. 21

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Fabulously Fit Get ready to look and feel fabulous!

Participants will use a combination of exercise techniques including yoga, low-impact aerobics, strength, & toning.

DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center Session 1: Sept. 3 - Oct. 5 770410.01 Session 2: Oct. 8 - Nov. 16 770410.02 Zumba®** Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Zumba is an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latininspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party that’s moving millions of people toward joy and health.

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

PLACE:. Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 12 & Up FEE: $35 per 4- week session Session1: Sept. 3 - 28 Session 2: Oct. 1 - 26 Session 3: Oct. 29 – Nov. 23 Session 4: Nov. 26 – Dec. 21

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Chinese Moon Festival Explore the history of the Moon Festival including traditional foods.Enjoy watching performances of Chinese martial arts, the dragon and lion dances.

DATE: Saturday, September 29 TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. FEE: $15 per person

Tai Chi** Tai Chi is about balance, harmony, and happiness, things all of us want.

It’s here now! Learning the gentle movements of Tai Chi and learn to relax your muscles and joints while strengthening your body. All registrants receive a Tai Chi T-Shirt!

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

PLACE:. Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $85 per 4- week session Session1: Sept. 3 - 28 Session 2: Oct. 1 - 26 Session 3: Oct. 29 – Nov. 23 Session 4: Nov. 26 – Dec. 21

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DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE:. Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $55 per 4- week session Session1: Sept. 3 - 28 Session 2: Oct. 1 - 26 Session 3: Oct. 29 – Nov. 23 Session 4: Nov. 26 – Dec. 21

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ADULT PROGRAMS Computer Class Become computer literate with our stepby-step computer classes. Participants will become more comfortable with the mouse and its uses, plus gain an overall knowledge of the system.

DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center FEE: $20 Residents/ $25 Non Residents Session 1: Sept. 4 - Oct. 5 Internet 770708.01 Session 2: Oct. 8 - Nov. 16 Word & Excel 770708.02 Drawing and Painting Learn to create your own masterpiece.

This class will teach you different techniques on how to draw and paint using your own supplies. Our instructor is ready and willing to teach all levels from beginners to advance.

DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

PLACE:. Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 18 - 50 FEE: $38 per session plus materials Session 1: Sept. 4 – Oct. 5 780193.01 Session 2: Oct. 8 – Nov. 16 780193.02 OPEN GYM AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $1.00 per day REGISTRATION REQUIRED. BRING A PHOTO ID. Adult Basketball DATE: Monday & Tuesday TIME: 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 5:00 - 6:45 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center DATE: Saturday (please check center schedule) TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

Lark Community Center Adult VolleybalL DATE: Thursday TIME: 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

Basic Computer Training Learn computer basics includes using the internet, writing emails and utilizing Microsoft Office and computer applications.

Morning Classes DATE: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

PLACE: McAllen Public Library, 4001 N 23rd St FEE: $40 per session

Evening Classes DATE: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

PLACE: McAllen Public Library, 4001 N 23rd St FEE: $40 per session

Session 1: Sept. 17 - 28 Session 2: Oct. 8 - 19 Session 3: Nov. 5 - 16

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DATE NIGHT MOVIE - THE VOW Here’s a unique way to spend some a night out under the stars with your special person. Pack a picnic and blanket or ask about special picnic pack complete with food & drinks.

DATE: Saturday, September 29 TIME: 7:00 p.m.

PLACE: Archer Park, 101 N. Main FEE: FREE! Inspired by a true-story, The Vow is a tale of a love that refuses to be forgotten. Leo is devastated when a car accident plunges his wife Paige into a deep coma. She miraculously recovers but the last five years of her memories have vanished.

Desperately, Leo tries to recreate the moments that shaped their romance.

Can he rekindle the passion before he loses Paige forever?

Experience the sights and sounds of the McAllen Town Band DATE: Tuesday TIME: 7:30 p.m.

PLACE: Trinity Worship Center, 4801 N. Cage Blvd. in Pharr FEE: $5 per ticket.

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 call 956.781.0481 or visit www.mcallentownband.org

Concert Season November 13, 2012 December 18, 2012 February 12, 2013 March 26, 2013

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SENIOR PROGRAMS The City of McAllen Parks and Recreation is proud to offer a wide variety of activities for members of the senior community. 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.

SPECIAL EVENTS

SPORTS & GAMES

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

BILLIARDS For fun or competition, relax & play all variations of pool.

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

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center FEE: $1.50 per person at the door.

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. Must be a senior participant

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

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center Bingo/Chalupa Test your luck in a friendly game of Mexican Bingo.

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

PLACE: Palm View Community Center DATE: Every Other Friday TIME: 11:00 - 11:30 a.m.

PLACE: Lark 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

poker & Card Games Test your luck and skill playing a friendly game of Texas Hold’em.

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

PLACE: Palm View Community Center BOARD & Card GAMES Join in the leisure play of a variety of board or card games from Chess to Dominoes to Bridge. Grab a partner and play.

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

PLACE: Lark Community Center

Las Palmas Community Center

Palm View Community Center

BASKETBALL SKILLS BILLIARDS 8-BALL BILLIARDS 9-BALL BOWLING GOLF HORSESHOES PÉTANQUE PICKLEBALL

SHUFFLEBOARD SWIMMING RACE WALK TABLE TENNIS VOLLEYBALL PARK VS. PARK COMPETITION & MORE!

SENIOR PROGRAMS HEALTH & FITNESS Senior Aerobics A great way to have fun and stay in shape.

Low impact movements to get your heart pumping.

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center Senior Stretch Stay flexible and limber for many years to come with 30 minutes of stretching and light movement with hand weights.

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:15 - 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center Session 1: Sept. 4 - Oct. 5 Session 2: Oct. 8 - Nov. 16 Walking Club Walk indoors around the gym, outdoors around the building or in the park. Stay in shape while having fun.

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

PLACE: Lark Community Center DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

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

PLACE: Palm View Community Center YOGA Learn relaxation techniques including centering and breathing to find inner peace to release stress, tension and anxiety.

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m PLACE: Lark Community Center Session 1: Sept. 4 - Oct. 5 Session 2: Oct. 8 - Nov. 16 Healthier You Presentations and discussion on a variety of current health topics. Something new each week.

DATE: Wednesday TIME: 10:30 a.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

DANCE FITNESS Low impact and self paced excercise to your favorite music including Tejano, Salsa and Rock-N-Roll.

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

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

Craft Corner Learn to create various decorations and crafts.

seasonal

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

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

StreTch & Fit Increase mobility and flexibility while gaining strength.

Crochet Class Learn basic techniques to create loops and knots.

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

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

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

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

Tai Chi Increase mobility and flexibility while gaining strength.

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

PLACE: Palm View Community Center Healthier You! Monthly Health discussion/presentations on current health topics.

Silver Note Choir Do you have talent or enjoy singing?

Join others who love to sing. The choir performs at various events throughout the year.

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

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

ARTS & CRAFTS

Conjunto Las Palmas MUSIC GROUP DATE: Thursday TIME: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

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

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

GOLDEN LARKS CHOIR DATE: Tuesday TIME: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

DATE: Wednesday TIME: 10:30 a.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

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

PLACE: Palm View Community Center Club de Estambre Create unique handmade items learning to weave and crochet.

DATE: Wednesday TIME: 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center CERAMICS Select your piece from many designs and create a unique gift or piece of home decor.

Drawing & Painting Everything you know about drawing and painting will be enhanced and nurtured to produce wonderful artwork. Instructor will work with every participant to ensure that every piece is a masterpiece.

DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center FEE: Cost of materials Session 1: Sept. 4 - Oct. 5 Session 2: Oct. 8 - Nov. 16

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

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center FEE: Cost for materials

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PARK & PAVILION RENTALS Reserve a park pavilion, pool or community center for your next special event!

Perfect for birthday Parties, Family Reunions, Anniversary Celebrations Weddings & More!

Town Lake at Firemen’s Park

For more infomation on pricing and availability please contact or visit your nearest McAllen community center.

Park Pavilions Airport Park Pavilion 2201 S. 26th Street Cascade Park Pavilion 1000 S. Bales Road Idela Park Pavilion 3500 Idela Street La Vista Park Pavilion 100 La Vista Avenue Lion’s Park Pavilion 1201 N. 12th Street Ramiro Guerra Pavilion 1000 S. Ware Road Westside Park Pavilions 1000 S. Ware Road Zinnia Spray Park Pavilion 5201 N. 29th Street Palm View Splash Park 3401 Jordan Road Firemen’s Park Pavilion 201 N. 1st Street

Boys Club Pool

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Swimming Pools Boys Club Pool Cascade Pool Los Encinos Pool Municipal Pool

617 S. 27th Street 1000 S. Bales Road 3300 Sarah Avenue 1921 N. Bicentennial

Community Centers Lark Community Center Las Palmas Community Center Palm View Community Center

2601 Lark Avenue 956.681.3340 1921 N. 25th Street 956.681.3350 3401 Jordan Road 956.681.3360

Quinta Mazatlan

600 Sunset Drive.

956.681.3370

Quinta Mazatlan