Get Active Guide Summer 2022

GET ACTIVE GUIDE MAKE A SPLASH SUMMER 2022

WELCOME WELCOME TO LITTLE ELM COMMUNITY SERVICES!

The Town of Little Elm Community Services Department consists of the Parks, Recreation, Special Events, the Little Elm Public Library, Animal Services, Facilities, and Marketing & Communications divisions.

The Community Services Department is committed to providing residents and visitors with a high quality of life through the development of parks and natural open spaces, the maintenance of Town amenities and facilities, programming recreation and leisure activities, caring for the health and safety of animals, hosting unique special events, and increasing the visibility of the Town.

We sincerely hope that you will take advantage of and enjoy our parks, trails, open spaces, and other amenities, events, and services.

Sincerely,

Chad Hyde

Chad Hyde Director of Community Services

Parks Administration Office 303 Main St. 972-731-3296 M-TH 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

F 7:30-11:30 a.m.

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CONTENTS/HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS PARKS & TRAILS

GENERAL INFORMATION 6

THE COVE AT THE LAKEFRONT® 8 SWIMMING LESSONS 13

THE REC AT THE LAKEFRONT™ 16 RECREATION PROGRAMMING

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT The Town of Little Elm welcomes all families and individuals to participate in programs and facilities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability.

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GROUP FITNESS 22 PERSONAL TRAINING 23 ADULT ATHLETICS 24 SPECIAL EVENTS 28 LIBRARY 30 SENIOR CENTER 32 ANIMAL SERVICES 36 FACILITY RESERVATIONS

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GUIDE ABBREVIATIONS REC SRC LIB LEP COVE M T W TH F S SU

THE REC AT THE LAKEFRONT™ LITTLE ELM SENIOR CENTER LITTLE ELM LIBRARY LITTLE ELM PARK THE COVE AT THE LAKEFRONT® MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY SUMMER 2022

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WHO WE ARE

ADMINISTRATION

Chad Hyde, Director of Community Services Missy Meador, Administrative Business Manager Angie Baines, Administrative Specialist

PARKS & FACILITIES STAFF

SPECIAL EVENTS STAFF

Alicia Gray, Special Events Manager Chris Frazer, Special Events Coordinator

LITTLE ELM PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF

Phil Kemmerer, Parks Superintendent Joe Cummings, Facilities Supervisor David Sagan, Facilities Technician

Lynette Roberson, Library Manager Demi Garibay, Circulation Supervisor Kelley Anderson, Technical Specialist Sarah Sheraga, Youth Services Librarian

RECREATION STAFF

ANIMAL SERVICES STAFF

Jason Peebles, Managing Director of Recreation Andy Adams, Recreation Division Manager Danielle Dunham, Fitness & Wellness Supervisor

Therese Hoofnagle, Animal Services Manager Tamara Cervi, Animal Services Officer

THE COVE AT THE LAKEFRONT® STAFF

Elissa Malone, Aquatics Division Manager Marcella Cisneros, Assistant Aquatics Manager Stephen Dowhan, Aquatics Supervisor – Programs & Services Wilson Haynes, Aquatics Supervisor – Guest Services Josh Munoz, Aquatics Coordinator – Programs Morgan Schmitt, Aquatics Coordinator– Operations

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

Erin Mudie, Managing Director of Marketing & Communications Drew Bailey, Business Development Manager Allie Lusk, Marketing and Programs Support Specialist

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WHERE WE ARE AMENITIES

Beard Park; 310 E. Eldorado Parkway Boat Ramp; 1101 W. Eldorado Parkway Cottonwood Park; 900 Lobo Ln. Cottonwood Sports Complex; 605 Lobo Ln. Community Center; 107 Hardwicke Ln. Little Elm Park; 701 W. Eldorado Parkway McCord Park; 1800 FM 423 McCord Park Splash Pad/South Playground;1001 Witt Rd. Union Park; 4911 Union Park Blvd.

Union Park Bark Park; 7000 Union Park Blvd.

Wood Family Dog Park; 1001 Witt Rd.

THE REC AT THE LAKEFRONT™ 303 Main St.; 972-731-3277 M-F 5 a.m.-9 p.m.

S 7 a.m.-5 p.m., SU 1-4 p.m.

BRENDA BUTTON MILLS SENIOR CENTER

WHERE WE ARE

301 Main St.; 972-731-1464 M-F 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

LITTLE ELM ANIMAL SHELTER 1605 Mark Tree Ln.; 972-377-1898 M-F 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

(Closed for lunch noon-1 p.m.)

S 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Saturday visit by appointment only.

LITTLE ELM PUBLIC LIBRARY

100 W. Eldorado Parkway; 214-975-0430 M-TH 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; F 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

S-SU, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

THE COVE AT THE LAKEFRONT® 417 Lakefront Dr.; 214-618-2047 School Year: M-F 4-8 p.m.

S 10 a.m.-6 p.m., SU noon-6 p.m.

Summer: M-F 11 a.m.-8 p.m

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PARKS & TRAILS Little Elm is home to award-winning parks and an intricate trail system that provides both residents and visitors a chance to stay active and connected! We maintain our parks and trails with pride and hope that everyone who visits Little Elm can see why we’re the Town With a Lake Attitude!

BEACH INFORMATION AND RULES • No lifeguard on duty; swim at own risk.

• Swim in designated areas only.

• Courtesy life jackets are available at the beach.

• No smoking, e-cigarettes, or vape pens.

• No grills on the beach.

• No pets on the beach or beach sidewalk. All pets in the park must be on a leash.

• No glass containers.

• No amplified sound.

• No camping tents on the beach.

• No overnight camping on the beach.

• No fishing from the beach and surrounding areas.

• No loitering on the sidewalk or in parking lots.

LITTLE ELM PARK

• Beach and Swim Area. The best beach in DFW! Our beach is covered in high-quality sand that is filtered and cleaned daily.

• Boat Ramp. A daily pass ($10) or yearly pass ($25/resident; $75/non-resident) can be purchased at the kiosk at the ramp, the Parks Administration office, or The Rec at The Lakefront™.

• Campground. Primitive camping site with no electricity or showers. Permits are sold at the kiosk inside the campground for $5/night or $15/four nights per tent. There is a four-night maximum in a 30-day period. *Camping rates and availability may vary on holidays and during special events.* • Johnny Broyles Nature Trail. The trail is at the north end of the park and is perfect for hiking and biking.

• Playground. This playground is designed for ages 5-12 and has zip lines, swings, and much more.

• Lakefront Grill. A concession building at the beach. Hours vary by season.

• Pavilions & Amphitheater. These amenities are great for parties, events, and family reunions.

• Softball Fields. Two softball fields for league play only.

• Sand Volleyball. There are ten courts on the beach and two by the playground. Courts can be reserved at www.lakefrontrecreation.com.

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PARKING INFORMATION • There is a parking fee between May 1 and Labor Day on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays for Little Elm Park. Parking is free for the rest of the year, except for some events and holidays. www.littleelmparking.com.

GENERAL PARK INFORMATION & RULES • Parks are always open unless otherwise posted.

• Parks are free for everyone.

• Outside grills and cooking equipment are not allowed in the park. Permanent grills are available in designated areas at Little Elm Park.

UNION PARK

• Union Park is Little Elm’s fourth major community park and its first on the University Drive (U.S. 380) corridor. Located north of U.S. 380 off Union Park Blvd., the 35-acre wooded park sits atop a hill with an open-air pavilion overlooking the park. Amenities include a dog park, trails, sand volleyball, pickleball, and ninja fitness stations.

PARKS & TRAILS

MCCORD PARK

BEARD PARK • Playground. This award-winning playground is a great place for kids to play and is ideal for those under 7.

• Historic Village. The iconic log cabin and post office brings history to the park!

• Pavilion. This is a great spot for parties with four tables; it must be reserved for parties.

• Playground. This playground has the coolest climbing structure! It’s ideal for ages 3-12.

• Disc Golf. There is an 18-hole course around the park. This is a free course, and discs are not supplied.

• Pond. Fishing is allowed at the pond with a license. The pond is stocked once a year before the Kid Fish Tournament in September..

• South Playground. This new, state-of-the-art playground is a one-of-a-kind feature.

• Trail. At roughly one mile long, this concrete trail is great for walkers and bikers.

• Splash Pad. Splash away in this awesome amenity! The pavilion has two tables and must be reserved.

• Wood Family Dog Park. The perfect place for your pup! Featuring a seperate area for small dogs and an area for large dogs.

TRAILS COTTONWOOD PARK • Shoreline. A quiet place by the lake. Fishing is allowed with a license.

There are picnic tables at the shoreline.

• Marina. This awardwinning marina is operated by a third-party company.

• Sports Complex.

One softball and three baseball fields are for league play. A playground for all ages is in the middle.

• Cottonwood Natural Trail. This wood-chipped trail is 1.5 miles and ideal for walkers and hikers.

• Lakefront Trail. The Lakefront Trail is approximately four miles of crushed granite and connects from Hula Hut/Hydrous to McCord Park.

• Harts Branch Trail. This mile-long concrete-paved trail connects several neighborhoods to the Lakefront District and other amenities.

• McCord Park Trail. Take a mile-long walk through McCord Park and enjoy a disc golf course, pond, Splash Pad, and trail. www.facebook.com/LittleElmTXBeach www.instagram.com/littleelmbeach @LittleElmBeach SUMMER 2022

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BASKETBALL THE COVE AT THE LAKEFRONT®

READY, SET, SPLASH! DFW's newest waterpark is in Little Elm, Texas!

The Cove at The Lakefront® is a fun-for-the-whole-family, one-of-a-kind destination water park!

The Cove® is open all year long and features something for everyone and all ages! Splash away in the zero-depth splash ground, catch a wave on our FlowRider® Double, or take a relaxing ride down our lazy river. You can stay and play all day! You can even host your next birthday party, family gathering, or corporate event with us.

MEMBERSHIP SALES CONTACT US

The Cove® offers affordable prices for year-round aquatic fun! Head to www.thecoveatthelakefront.com or The Cove at The Lakefront® to sign up. Family memberships include up to six immediate family members.

Immediate family members are defined as adult couples and their dependent children up to the age of 23.

417 Lakefront Drive 214-618-2047 thecove@littleelm.org Resident status for a discounted membership at The Cove® is determined www.thecoveatthelakefront.com by Town of Little Elm property tax status. Often, non-residents will have a Little Elm address even though they do not pay Little Elm taxes. You may School Year: check your tax status at www.dentoncad.com. Proof of residency must M-F 4-8 p.m. be shown for all membership purposes.

S 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

SU noon-6 p.m.

Summer (May 20-August 11) M-F 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

S 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

SU noon-6 p.m.

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MEMBER BENEFITS

In addition to unlimited admission year-round, The Cove® members enjoy many perks, including discounted cabana rentals and great party package rates. Members also have early access to The Cove® special event ticket sales and program registration, as well as access to exciting membersonly events.

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ATTRACTIONS • FlowRider® Double Surf Machine. Catch a wave! You can experience the thrill of surfing in any weather.

• Play Pool and Spray Ground. Climb, slide, and splash on a huge custom play structure with interactive features for all ages.

• Water Slides. Twist and turn your way through The Cove® with slides for all ages—including two high-adrenaline slides for thrill-seekers.

• Lazy River. Grab a tube and let the current do the work while you relax.

• Deep Water Pool. Take the plunge from our rock ledge, climbing wall, or rope swing.

• Activity Pool. Enjoy two lap lanes and exciting play features.

AMENITIES

• Concessions and Bar. Delicious and affordable food and beverage options with remote ordering capabilities so you can skip the line.

• Cabanas. Reserve a cabana (or more!) to relax in style poolside. Enjoy shade, comfortable seating, and your own TV. • Party Rooms. Make the most of your next birthday or team party! Enjoy The Cove’s® amenities or cool off in our air-conditioned party rooms.

• Mezzanine Terrace. This second-floor space is perfect for entertaining and special events—complete with an unforgettable lake view.

• Jumbotron and TVs. Never miss a moment of action—from our in-house activities to major sporting events.

• Lockers. Rentable lockers for your convenience—come and go all day. www.facebook.com/TheCoveatTheLakefront 10

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THE COVE AT THE LAKEFRONT® BIRTHDAY & TEAM PARTIES Book your next birthday or team party at The Cove®!

Three packages to choose from. Party packages include: • Two hours in a private, indoor party room.

• Waterpark admissions good for the entire day and discounted admission for additional guests.

• Large pizzas and beverages.

• A dedicated, experienced party host.

• Paper goods in your choice of color.

• A special gift from The Cove®!

Pricing begins $350. Fees must be paid at booking.

Weekday (Monday through Thursday) Room Rentals available, too, for your next meeting or event. $100 per hour with a one-hour minimum. Admissions to waterpark not included in Weekday Room Rentals.

CABANA RENTALS

Relax poolside in a private, luxury Cabana! Cabanas include comfortable seating, refrigerator, and television, with the option to preorder concessions and beverages.

Three hours of reserved cabana time • Monday through Thursday: $60 • Friday through Sunday and Holidays: $90 • Member discounts! $10 off weekdays and $15 off weekends. Call 214-618-2047 to book member-discount cabanas.

Book at www.thecoveatthelakefront.com/parties or call 214-618-2047.

FACILITY RENTALS

Private full and partial facility rentals available, with the opportunity to work with The Snack Shack and Savory Kitchen, and/or other vendors, for catering. Pricing available upon request. Contact Sales at 214-618-2914 for more information.

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SwimmingLessons ENROLLMENT GUIDE

CAN YOUR CHILD PUT THEIR FACE IN THE WATER COMFORTABLY? YES - CONTINUE

NO - LEVEL 1

CAN THEY DO A FRONT AND BACK FLOAT WITHOUT ASSISTANCE? DO THEY PAY ATTENTION IN CLASS? YES - CONTINUE

NO - LEVEL 1

CAN THEY GLIDE WITH THEIR ARMS ABOVE THEIR HEAD IN A STREAMLINED POSITION? YES - CONTINUE

NO - LEVEL 2

DO THEY KNOW HOW TO DO FREESTYLE ARM STROKES? YES - CONTINUE

NO - LEVEL 2

CAN THEY DO FREESTYLE TEN YARDS, TAKE A BREATH, AND CONTINUE SWIMMING WITHOUT STOPPING? YES - CONTINUE

NO - LEVEL 3

DO THEY KNOW ELEMENTARY BACKSTROKE AND BREAST STROKE? 12

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NO - LEVEL 3

SWIMMING LESSONS Please note that each swim class (except private and semi-private swim lessons) has a maximum of six participants per class and a minimum of 3 participants per class. Classes with fewer than three enrollees the Friday before class is scheduled to start will be moved or combined with other classes in order to meet the minimum enrollment. Classes may be moved at the Town’s discretion if only two or fewer classes have enough enrollments to make. The Town of Little Elm will only offer swim lessons up to Level 3. For general inquiries about the Town of Little Elm’s Aquatics program, please email thecove@littleelm.org.

For Session 1 (Jun 6- Jun 16), member and resident registration for group swim lessons will begin on May 16. Non-resident and non-member registration will begin on May 25. Session 1 swim lesson registration will end on June 2.

For Session 2 (Jun 20- Jun 30), member and resident registration for group swim lessons will begin on May 31. Non-resident and non-member registration will begin on June 9. Session 2 registration will end on June 16.

For Session 3 (Jul 11- Jul 21), member and resident registration for group swim lessons will begin on June 20th. Non-resident and non-member registration will begin on June 29. Session 3 registration will end on July 7.

For Session 4 (Jul 25- Aug 4), member and resident registration for group swim lessons will begin on July 5.

Non-resident and non-member registration will begin on July 14. Session 4 registration will end on July 21.

PRESCHOOL 1 This course gives young children ages three to five a positive introduction to water safety and helps participants feel comfortable in the water and enjoy the water safely.

DATES 6/6-6/16 6/6-6/16 6/20-6/30 6/20-6/30 7/11-7/21 7/11-7/21 7/25-8/4 7/25-8/4

DAYS M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH

TIMES 8:45-9:15 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

8:45-9:15 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

8:45-9:15 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

8:45-9:15 a.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

AGES 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS

LOCATION COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COST $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99

CODE 8200 8201 8202 8203 8204 8205 8206 8207

PRESCHOOL 2 This course gives young children ages three to five a positive introduction to water safety. Builds on the skills learned in Preschool Level 1 and gives participants success with fundamental skills, such as floating and basic locomotion in the water.

DATES 6/6-6/16 6/6-6/16 6/20-6/30 6/20-6/30 7/11-7/21 7/11-7/21 7/25-8/4 7/25-8/4

DAYS M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH

TIMES 8-8:30 a.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

8-8:30 a.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

8-8:30 a.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

8-8:30 a.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

AGES 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS

LOCATION COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COST $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99

CODE 8208 8209 8210 8211 8212 8213 8214 8215

LOOKING FOR PRIVATE LESSONS? The Town of Little Elm offers private and semi-private swim lessons. We offer 1-on-1 and 2-on-1 instruction.

Groups of three or larger will need to all sign up for the same class listed above or contact the Aquatics thecove@littleelm.org for special pricing. Be aware that our private instructors will only work on skills up to Learn to Swim 3 and nothing higher. Private (1-on-1) Resident: $120, Non-resident $130; Semi-private (2-on1): Resident: $160, Non-resident $180. For dates and times of private and semi-private swimming lessons, contact thecove@littleelm.org.

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SWIMMING LESSONS PRESCHOOL 3 Gives young children ages three to five a positive introduction to water safety. Builds on the skills in Preschool Level 2 and improves participants’ coordination of simultaneous arm and leg actions and alternating arm and leg actions.

DATES 6/6-6/16 6/20-6/30 7/11-7/21 7/25-8/4

DAYS M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH

TIMES 8:45-9:15 a.m.

8:45-9:15 a.m.

8:45-9:15 a.m.

8:45-9:15 a.m.

AGES 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS 3-5 YRS

LOCATION COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COST $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99

CODE 8216 8217 8218 8219

LEVEL 1 The beginning of a three-level, progression-based program that helps swimmers ages six or older develop their water safety, survival and swimming skills. It is designed to give participants a positive learning experience. Helps participants feel comfortable in the water. Swimmers will be introduced to the basic fundamentals of swimming.

DATES 6/6-6/16 6/6-6/16 6/20-6/30 6/20-6/30 7/11-7/21 7/11-7/21 7/25-8/4 7/25-8/4

DAYS M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH

TIMES 8-8:30 a.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

8-8:30 a.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

8-8:30 a.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

8-8:30 a.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

AGES 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS

LOCATION COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COST $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99

CODE 8220 8221 8222 8223 8224 8225 8226 8227

LEVEL 2 The second of a three-level, progression-based program that helps swimmers ages six or older develop their water safety, survival and swimming skills. It is designed to give participants a positive learning experience.

Gives participants success with fundamental skills.

DATES 6/6-6/16 6/6-6/16 6/20-6/30 6/20-6/30 7/11-7/21 7/11-7/21 7/25-8/4 7/25-8/4

DAYS M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH

TIMES 8-8:30 a.m.

8:45-9:15 a.m.

8-8:30 a.m.

8:45-9:15 a.m.

8-8:30 a.m.

8:45-9:15 a.m.

8-8:30 a.m.

8:45-9:15 a.m.

AGES 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS

LOCATION COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COST $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99

CODE 8228 8229 8230 8231 8232 8233 8234 8235

LEVEL 3 The third of a three-level, progression-based program that helps swimmers ages six or older develop their water safety, survival, and swimming skills. It is designed to give participants a positive learning experience.

Builds on the skills learned in Learn to Swim 2 through additional guided practice in deeper water. It builds on the foundation of swimming to help improve stroke development.

DATES 6/6-6/16 6/20-6/30 7/11-7/21 7/25-8/4

DAYS M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH 14

TIMES 9:30-10 a.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

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AGES 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS 6-15 YRS

LOCATION COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COST $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99

CODE 8236 8237 8238 8239

SWIMMING LESSONS PARENT/TOT Familiarizes children between the ages of six months and approximately three years with water and teaches swimming readiness skills. It also provides safety information for parents and teaches techniques parents can use to orient their children to the water.

DATES 6/6-6/16 6/20-7/30 7/11-7/21 7/25-8/4

DAYS M-TH M-TH M-TH M-TH

TIMES 8-8:30 a.m.

8-8:30 a.m.

8-8:30 a.m.

8:45-9:15 a.m.

AGES 6 MOS-3 YRS 6 MOS-3 YRS 6 MOS-3 YRS 6 MOS-3 YRS

LOCATION COVE

COVE

COVE

COVE

COST $89/99 $89/99 $89/99 $89/99

CODE 8240 8241 8242 8243

AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD CLASS Our detailed training includes both testing of hands-on skills and comprehension on written tests. The certification, which includes First Aid, CPR, and AED training, is valid for two years. Prerequisites: Students must be at least 15 years old by the last day of class and must pass a pre-course swimming skills test before taking lifeguarding courses.

DATES 6/10-6/12 7/8-7/10 7/29-7/31

DAYS F-SU F-SU F-SU

TIMES TBD TBD TBD

AGES 15 YRS+ 15 YRS+ 15 YRS+

LOCATION COVE

COVE

COVE

COST $165/175 $165/175 $165/175

CODE 8284 8285 8286

AMERICAN RED CROSS WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR CLASS Our detailed course trains instructor candidates to teach all of the Swimming and Water Safety program courses to all age groups, plus Learn-to-Swim Levels 4-6 and Adult Swim. This certification is the gold standard and provides the most comprehensive training for swim instructors.

Prerequisites: • Be at least 16 years of age by the end of training.

• Pass swim skills evaluation: Candidates must demonstrate and proficiently complete 25 yards of the following strokes: front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke, and butterfly.

• Maintain back float for 1 minute.

• Maintain treading water for one minute.

DATES 6/20-6/22 7/25-7/27

DAYS F-SU F-SU

TIMES TBD TBD

AGES 16 YRS+ 16 YRS+

LOCATION COVE

COVE

COST $200 $200

CODE 10002 10003

WANT TO WORK WITH US? VISIT WWW.THECOVEATTHELAKEFRONT.COM/JOBS

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SPECIAL THE REC EVENTS AT THE LAKEFRONT™

A membership or day pass is required for The Rec at The Lakefront™, which includes access to the Fitness Area, group fitness classes, and gymnasium.

CONTACT US 303 Main St. 972-731-3277 therec@littleelm.org

WHO IS A LITTLE ELM RESIDENT? Proof of residency documentation (valid state-issued ID) is required for all membership purchases. Residency is determined by Little Elm property tax status. Confirm that you pay Little Elm taxes at www.dentoncad.com.

M-F 5 a.m.-9 p.m.

S 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

SU 1-4 p.m.

Individuals assigned to Little Elm ISD but reside outside of Town of Little Elm incorporated limits are nonresidents.

Residents of Little Elm's extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) are nonresidents.

The Rec at The Lakefront™ is a two-story facility spanning more than 70,000 square feet. The facility includes elements such as a large state-of-the-art fitness area, a functional training room, group fitness studios, full-size gym, recreation classrooms, multi-purpose room, craft room, and spacious men’s and women’s locker rooms.

PERSONAL TRAINING

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Trainers use cutting-edge training techniques to guide and motivate each client to reach their fitness goals.

Prices vary based on trainer. 30-minute sessions start at $35 per session, and 60-minute sessions start at $50 per session. Contact each trainer for specific pricing and package details. Membership not required for personal training.

THE REC AT THE LAKEFRONT™ MEMBERSHIP FEES/DAY PASSES

FITNESS AREA

Little Elm Resident Monthly Annual Youth, ages 6 mo-14 $20 $145 Individual, ages 15-49 $25 $180 Senior, ages 50+ $20 $145 Family* $50 $430 Pickleball $5 $50

The Fitness Area is an expansive 7,000 square feet and includes over 40 cardio machines, 11 selectorized weight machines, two Smith machines, a functional training room, and more!

The Fitness Area is open to ages 15 and older.

Children ages 12-14 must have an activelysupervising adult present.

Non-Resident Monthly Annual Youth, ages 6 mo-14 $25 $230 Individual, age 15-49 $30 $255 Senior, ages 50+ $25 $230 Family* $70 $650 Pickleball $10 $100 Day Pass (Resident/Non-Resident)

$5/7

*Family memberships include up to six immediate family members only. Immediate family members are defined as adult couples and their dependent children up to the age of 23.

Home from college and need a membership?

Student Memberships available May 1-Labor Day for individuals 18-25 for $75 (Resident Discounted Rate $55).

For all monthly memberships, there is a $10 administration fee for draft rejection ten days past due.

GROUPX & SMALL GROUP TRAINING

FITNESS AREA ORIENTATION Every member receives a free 30-minute gym orientation with a personal trainer. Contact a personal trainer directly to schedule your orientation. (See pg. 23 for trainer contact information).

KID ZONE Children ages six months to eight years are welcome! We provide a safe and fun child watch while you work out or participate in a class!

M-TH 8:30-11:30 a.m., and M-TH 4:30-8:30 p.m.

• The child must be a member or have a Kid Zone day pass, which is $2.

• The guardian must remain in the building at all times.

• The child must not be sick.

• The child’s stay may not exceed two hours per day.

• Visit www.therecatthelakefront.com for more information.

Personal Training is more than just sweating with a trainer for an hour. A quality personal training program focuses on education, motivation, getting results, and having fun! Our team of Certified Personal Trainers at The Rec at The Lakefront™ are seasoned trainers that take your health and fitness goals into consideration as they develop a fitness plan for you.

Try a one-on-one private training session with them, or come join one of our small group training classes to make new fitness friends as you reach your goals! Personal and Small Group Training fees are based on each trainer and sessions/classes purchased.

Small Group Training is conducted in the newly renovated Studio 1! View the current class descriptions and schedule is online at www.therecatthelakefront.com.

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BASKETBALL RECREATION THE COVE AT PROGRAMMING THE LAKEFRONT RED TIGER KARATE Red Tiger Karate offers a complete white through black belt program. The junior program develops self-esteem and bully defense. Teen and adult classes focus on street self-defense and fitness.

Classes are held Tuesday nights and are eight to nine weeks long.

For registration, pricing, and session information, please visit www.redtigerkarate.com.

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7:30-8:30 p.m.

Ages 5-12 Ages 13+

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KIDVENTURE Since 1994, families have made Kidventure the summer day camp of choice for their children.

Because Kidventure is more than just a summer of fun, it’s a summer of opportunity. That opportunity is one to grow in confidence, create friendships, and be a part of something special. And now, that’s needed more than ever. Camp at The Rec at The Lakefront™ will be offered weekly for children grades 1-5.

Kidventure will be available at The Rec at The Lakefront™ this summer from June 6 to August 5.

General registration will begin on February 4.

Find more information and links to register, please visit www.kidventure.com/dallas-summer-camp.

TIPPI TOES® DANCE Tippi Toes® Dance Company cheerfully provides children with a fun, positive, and nurturing environment to experience the joys of dance, self-expression, and movement. Classes are specifically designed to develop motor skills and body awareness while enhancing each child’s self-esteem.

For more information and to register, please visit www.tippitoesdance.com. For pricing information, please visit www.tippitoesdance.com/north-dallas.

• Toddler & Me Dance. Music, movement, and basic dance steps are introduced in a friendly and positive manner. This type of class includes mom, dad, or another loved one. Teachers keep the curriculum moving along while parents actively encourage and keep their little dancers on track.

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• Ballet and Jazz. In this class, students learn spatial awareness, build self-confidence, and make new friends! Tippi Toes® teaches a variety of dances in ballet and jazz. The students also learn the basics of each style as well as terms and positions. This is a great class for children who love to be active with encouraging and talented teachers! As always in Tippi Toes®, we can’t have the children go home without exercising their incredible imagination along with a little singing!

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DANCE, KARATE, ART, SPORTS SKYHAWKS Skyhawks offers a multitude of camps, clinics, and classes in a wide variety of sports. Classes are geared towards younger children, and are a great introduction to sports.

To register for any camp or class, please visit www.skyhawks.com.

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5:30-6:15 p.m.

Ages 6-8 Ages 9-12

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Ages 4-6 Ages 7-12

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Ages 6-12

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For questions about the program, email David Pineda at dpineda@skyhawks.com.

FRANCO RACQUET SPORTS Franco Racquet Sports provides lessons and activities that help students learn and improve their tennis game while having fun. We use small group formats and hire the best coaches to make sure students are safe, having fun, and improving.

Franco Racquet Sports currently operates programs out of Frisco, Irving, Little Elm, and Murphy, with a main goal to improve the quality of life of families through tennis.

For more information on tennis classes, lessons, and programs, please visit www.francoracquetsports.com.

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BASKETBALL RECREATION THE COVE AT PROGRAMMING THE LAKEFRONT

The Rec at The LakeFront™ is a two-story facility spanning more than 70,000 square feet. The facility includes elements such as a large state-of-the-art fitness area, a small group training studio, group fitness studio, full-size gym, recreation classrooms, multi-purpose room, craft room, and spacious men's and women's locker rooms.

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GROUP FITNESS GROUPX FITNESS CLASSES All classes are held in Studio 2. Children ages 12-14 years must have active adult supervision to attend.

Water Aerobics takes place at The Cove at The Lakefront®.

• PiYo®. Combine the muscle-toning, core-firming benefits of Pilates with the strength and flexibility of yoga.

Children under 12 years are not permitted in GroupX classes.

• SCB. Low impact strength and light cardio for aging adults (50 years and over), hosted by the Brenda Button Mills Senior Center.

• Barre. Stretch, tone, and tighten with isometric movements inspired by ballet.

• Strength. Pure strength, no cardio allowed!

• Bootcamp. Functional interval training with bursts of cardio to kick your metabolism into high gear.

• Strength & Cardio. Circuit-based cardio and strength exercise to maximize metabolism.

• Cycle. Spin bike for a great cardio workout.

• Water Aerobics. A cardio-based workout that is easier on your joints.

• High Fitness. Old school aerobics with exciting music and muscle-sculpting flair.

• Interval Training. Interval-based cardio and strength training.

• Yoga. Increase overall body awareness, flexibility, and balance.

• Zumba®. Heart-pumping, hip-shaking Latin dance.

HAVE YOU HEARD THE NEWS?! WE HAVE REVAMPED STUDIO 1 INTO A SMALL GROUP TRAINING STUDIO.

OUR PERSONAL TRAINERS USE THIS SPACE TO CONDUCT SMALL GROUP TRAINING CLASSES THAT ARE SURE TO GET YOUR HEART RATE UP.

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PERSONAL TRAINING

MEET YOUR TRAINERS Emrie Perez

214-499-4445

Emrie's love for exercise and fitness started young. A former competitive soccer player, she has since nurtured her competitive spirit through strength training. Emrie specializes in injury prevention, pelvic floor and core strength, and sports performance. Her goal is to empower individuals through strength, movement, and function.

NASM Personal Trainer | Pregnancy and Postpartum Specialist | Pain-Free Performance Specialist Lisa Perez

972-821-9587

Lisa fell in love with fitness after taking group classes here, and has been a personal trainer ever since. She specializes in functional training, corrective exercise, and small group training.

Lisa believes that education and health go hand in hand, and that fitness is attainable for all.

Se habla espanol.

NASM Personal Trainer | NASM Corrective Exercise | Nutrition Coach Megan Meisner

708-341-3411

An avid fitness and recreation professional, Megan specializes in accountability programs, nutrition, prenatal/postnatal fitness, and lifestyle change. Megan is looking forward to helping you silence the distractions, focus on mindfulness and self-awareness, and reach your holistic health and fitness goals through attainable and sustainable programs.

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Shelley Lewis

214-529-7574

Shelley has over 30 years of fitness experience as an instructor and personal trainer. She specializes in group fitness, senior fitness, active aging, and weight management. Shelley believes that health and fitness are essential at all stages of life, and takes pride in training all ages and fitness levels.

ACE Personal Trainer | NASM Personal Trainer | NASM Senior Fitness

901-870-6431 Jonathan Carpenter Jonathan has over 8 years of fitness experience as a personal trainer and sports performance coach. He's worked with youth, adults, and professional athletes. His goal is to critically challenge his clients’ perspectives about fitness through movement, mindset, and accountability. Jonathan has the heart to educate all of his clients on exercise selection and formatting so that you have more clarity on how to program workouts.

NASM-CPT| Sports Performance Enhancement | Movement Specialist | Wellness Tracy Jones

918-991-2272

Tracy has over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry and offers personal and small group training sessions. Tracy's passion is helping women find the time and confidence to practice self-care in the form of health, wellness, and fitness. She is pursuing specialty certifications in Weight Loss and Fitness Nutrition.

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ADULT ATHLETICS ADULT SOFTBALL Adult Softball leagues are played under USSSA guidelines. Leagues are open to teams only and fees are $375 per team. Teams play eight regular-season games per season, with teams playing one to two games per night. Leagues will have a one-night playoff after the regular season for the top four to six teams. Home run limits for each league are listed below, and all home runs over the limit will be considered an out.

Due to time constraints, each season has a drop-dead date which is listed below. All games must be completed by this drop-dead date. Any games not completed by this time will be finished in a drop-dead tournament on a Saturday. This is the only way games are made up should we have three or more rainouts, and no refunds will be given.

Registration for Summer 2 Softball League runs from May 30 and ends on July 4, with games beginning the week of July 10. The drop-dead week for this season is September 4-9, and the drop-dead tournament will take place on September 10 if necessary.

Registration for Fall Softball League runs from August 1 and ends on September 4, with games beginning the week of September 11. The drop-dead week for this season is November 6-11, and the drop-dead tournament will take place on November 12 if necessary.

For more information, registration, and payment, please visit www.lakefrontrecreation.com.

SUMMER 2 LEAGUE DIVISIONS

FALL LEAGUE DIVISIONS

SUNDAY COED D (4HR) 7/10-9/4 SU 6-11 p.m.

LEP $375

SUNDAY COED D (4HR) 9/11-11/6 SU 6-11 p.m.

LEP $375

MONDAY MEN’S E (1HR) 7/11-9/5 M 7-11 p.m.

LEP $375

MONDAY MEN’S E (1HR) 9/12-11/7 M 7-11 p.m.

LEP $375

WEDNESDAY MEN’S D (4HR) 7/13-9/7 W 7-11 p.m.

LEP $375

WEDNESDAY MEN’S D (4HR) 9/14-11/9 W 7-11 p.m.

LEP $375

FRIDAY COED E (1HR) 7/15-9/9 F 7-11 p.m.

LEP $375

FRIDAY COED E (1HR) 9/16-11/11 F 7-11 p.m.

LEP $375

The Town of Little Elm is excited to partner with Red River Social Sports to offer those in the Little Elm area the chance to compete in Sand Volleyball, Kickball, Soccer, and more!

These offerings will be available to both individuals and teams, and their goal is to create a fun social outlet for adults in the North Dallas area.

All leagues will be designed to offer people the chance to meet new friends and provide a fun atmosphere to compete. Leagues will also host social events at local restaurants and businesses in order for participants to mingle and interact outside of the normal league night atmosphere. For more information, please visit www.redriversocialsports.com.

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ADULT ATHLETICS ADULT VOLLEYBALL

AREENA SPORTS

Ready, set, spike, and sign up for Indoor Volleyball leagues! Registration is $200 for 4v4 teams and $225 for 6v6. Leagues are coed, and we take a max of seven teams per season.

Teams will have six games per season, plus one week of playoffs. The first night of each league will be an open play night for the entire league. Registration for Summer Indoor Volleyball runs April 25-June 5, open play on June 7 and 9, and games starting the week of June 14. Games begin between 6:30-7 p.m. and the last game will end around 10 p.m.

Fall registration: June 27-August 7.

This year we will offer free agents the ability to sign up and create a new team. The fee per free agent is $35. There must be at least six players signed up for the 4v4 league (must have at least one of each gender to create a team). All teams must register and pay through our website, www.lakefrontrecreation.com.

The Town of Little Elm is excited to partner with AREENA Sports to provide soccer and basketball opportunities to adults in the Little Elm area. These leagues are monthly and are set up like a pick-up league. Basketball is played at The Rec at The Lakefront™, and soccer is played at Little Elm park.

For more information and to find links to register, please visit www.areenasports.com.

SUMMER DIVISION

COED 4V4 (COMPETITIVE) 6/7-8/2 T 7-10 p.m. REC $200 FREE AGENTS T 7-10 p.m. REC $35 COED 6V6 (RECREATIONAL) 6/9-8/4 T 7-10 p.m.

REC $225 FREE AGENTS T 7-10 p.m.

REC $35

FALL DIVISION

COED 4V4 (COMPETITIVE) 8/16-10/4 T 7-10 p.m. REC $200 FREE AGENTS T 7-10 p.m. REC $35 COED 6V6 (RECREATIONAL) 8/18-10/6 T 7-10 p.m.

REC $225 FREE AGENTS T 7-10 p.m.

REC $35

PICKLEBALL OPEN GYM

Pickleball is open to any age group. Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines badminton, tennis, and table tennis elements. Pickleball requires a membership or day pass to The Rec at The Lakefront™. Pickleball open gym is held on MWF from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

PICKLEBALL-ONLY MONTHLY PASS RESIDENTS $5/MO NON-RESIDENTS $10/MO

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ADULT ATHLETICS CORNHOLE Grab a friend and join one of the fastest-growing leagues in Little Elm. New for the 2022 year, we will offer a Coed/Women's league in addition to our regular upper and lower divisions. All leagues are 2v2, and teams may use subs when needed.

Coed/Women's teams must have at least one female each night to play. Leagues are available on both Tuesdays and Thursdays, and all teams must bring their bags. Each league night is open to the first 40 teams to register, and the cost is $60 per team.

Registration includes two stickers/decals per team and 12 league matches (two per night most evenings).

Playoffs will be available for the top 4-6 teams in each division. All cornhole leagues have a drop-dead date for each season. All games must be completed by this date. If any games remain to be played on this date, they will be made up in a drop-dead tournament on a predetermined Saturday.

Registration for the Summer Cornhole season begins on March 3 and ends on April 28. Games will begin on May 3 for the Tuesday leagues and May 5 for the Thursday leagues. The drop-dead week for this league is June 28-30, and the drop-dead tournament will take place on July 9, if necessary.

SUMMER LEAGUE LOWER DIVISION 5/3-6/28 T 6:30-10:30 p.m. LEP $60 UPPER DIVISION T 6:30-10:30 p.m. LEP

5/3-6/28 $60

COED/WOMEN'S DIVISION 5/3-6/28 T 6:30-10:30 p.m. LEP $60 LOWER DIVISION TH 6:30-10:30 p.m. LEP

5/5-6/30 $60

UPPER DIVISION TH 6:30-10:30 p.m. LEP

5/5-6/30 $60

COED/WOMEN'S DIVISION 5/5-6/30 TH 6:30-10:30 p.m. LEP $60

NO TEAM? NO PROBLEM! SIGN UP AS A FREE AGENT AT WWW.LAKEFRONTRECREATION.COM

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The Town of Little Elm is proud to offer a basketball league for those 30 years of age or older on Sundays at The Rec at The Lakefront™. Games are played between noon and 9 p.m., and multiple divisions are offered. This league is a full-court league played primarily by men, and teams are guaranteed six games per season. The Town will provide officials and scorekeepers for games, and teams are required to provide reversible jerseys that have a number permanently affixed to the front or back of the jersey. If teams do not have reversible jerseys, they must have two color options for their jerseys.

This year we will offer free agents the ability to sign up and create new teams. There must be eight free agents signed up to have a free agent team, and the Town will provide reversible jerseys for those teams. The league's first meeting will be on July 24, before league games begin and will be open for pick-up play and for free agents to meet.

Registration for the Summer League will begin on June 20 and end on July 24. The league will have an open play/pickup day on July 24. The first scheduled game will occur on July 31, and playoffs will be available for the top four to six teams. VisIt www.lakefrontrecreation.com for more information.

30+ ADULT BASKETBALL SUMMER 2 2022 30+ SEASON 7/31-9/25 SU noon-10 p.m.

FREE AGENTS SU noon-10 p.m.

FALL 2022 30+ SEASON

10/9-12/4 SU noon-10 p.m.

FREE AGENTS SU noon-10 p.m.

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YOUTH SPORTS All youth athletic leagues are organized by the Little Elm Area Youth Sports Association (LEAYSA).

LEAYSA is a non-profit youth sports organization made up of volunteers that help coordinate and promote kids sports leagues. They are dedicated to sports education and participation for the youth in Little Elm and surrounding communities. Their goal is to provide a positive sporting experience for children of all ages.

The sports currently offered by LEAYSA include, Baseball, Basketball, Cheer, Football, Soccer, Softball, Track, and Volleyball. More information can be located at www.leaysa.com.

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SPECIAL EVENTS BREW & QUE

Saturday, June 4 Little Elm Park 701 W. Eldorado Parkway 4-9 p.m.

Save the date for our Brew & Que! The backbone is, of course, beer. More than 60 breweries and over 150 craft brews will be highlighted from all over the region. Local, state, and regional craft breweries are invited to sample their finest draughts, while larger distributors will represent national and international brews.

Not to be confused with a cook-off, our festival will highlight traditional and exotic barbeque offerings from all over the region. Barbeque offerings will be for purchase at various prices. The Brew & Que is kid-friendly.

Folks are encouraged to bring the kiddos and visit the Kid Zone, while Mom and Dad enjoy the festival.

Neither boring nor stuffy, the Craft Brew & Que offers quality entertainment for all to enjoy.

Headliner: Reckless Kelly 7:30-9 p.m.

Second Band: Mickey & The Motorcars 5:30-7 p.m.

Opening Band: Grace Tyler 3:30-5 p.m.

KIDS' MOVIES AND CONCERT SERIES AT THE LAKEFRONT

Little Elm Park 701 W. Eldorado Parkway 5-8 p.m.

Join us for our Kids' Movies and Concerts at The Lakefront™!

We will be having character meet and greets and a movie on each of our dates.

Food trucks will also be available at each event.

Character meet and greets will begin at 5 p.m.

Movie showings will begin at 6 p.m.

Saturday, May 21 - Spider-Man: No Way Home Saturday, June 11 - Frozen Saturday, July 16 - Jurassic Park: Fallen Kingdom Saturday, August 20 - Moana + a Luau!

All of the events are at Little Elm Park.

LITTLE ELM JUNETEENTH & FREEDOM RUN 5K Saturday, June 18 Little Elm Park 701 W. Eldorado Parkway 4-9 p.m.

Join us for our inaugural Juneteenth celebration and Freedom Run 5K. This event will feature speakers, live music, food, vendors, Kid Zone, a 5K and more!

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2 2 0 2 , 4 y l u J JOIN US FOR THE JULY JUBILEE ON JULY 4 AT LITTLE ELM PARK! VENDORS, LIVE MUSIC, AND MORE! TWO FIREWORKS SHOWS (ONE AT LITTLE ELM PARK AND ONE AT LITTLE ELM HIGH SCHOOL) SIMULCAST TO MUSIC!

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LITTLE ELM PUBLIC LIBRARY CONTACT US 100 W. Eldorado Parkway 214-975-0430 library@littleelm.org www.littleelmlibrary.org M-TH 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

F 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

S-SU, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

GET A LIBRARY CARD Check out books and use our resources with a free card. Texas residents are eligible for a card with photo ID and proof of address.

Call or visit the Library to register for a card today!

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY The Little Elm Friends of the Library is a group of people who are committed to sustaining and improving the Library.

Meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. Please call or email the library for more information on becoming a Friend.

MAKERSPACE Whether fun or functional, you supply the creativity, and we’ll supply the tools to bring your creations to life. Learn, imagine, create, and most importantly, make! The Makerspace is free to use by adults 18+ and teens ages 16+ who are Little Elm Public Library cardholders with accounts in good standing (not expired, no fees, or overdue materials).

CHECKOUTS AND RESOURCES With a library card, you have access to all of the awesome resources that we have to offer.

• Mobile Hotspots. Internet access 24/7! The Library has mobile hotspots that can be checked out for three weeks at a time.

• Microscopes. See things close up and take your science knowledge to a whole new level!

Microscopes can be checked out for three weeks each.

• VOX™ Books. The world’s first audio books that live in print! These books combine outstanding picture books with audio recordings to make early literacy development fun!

• Telescopes. What’s going on out there? See what else is in the sky with a telescope you can check out!

• Lakefront Discovery STEM Backpacks. Get out, discover, and learn! Check out a backpack and go on an adventure in the parks. Learn about nature, bugs and butterflies, and the beach.

• Seed Library. Have a green thumb? Patrons can check out up to eight packets of non- GMO heirloom seeds for six months. After harvest, simply return seeds to the seed library for the next patron to enjoy!

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LITTLE ELM PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMMING • Mindfulness Family Storytime. Relaxing storytime with gentle movement and mindfulness activities.

SU 2 p.m.

Ages Birth-6 years Free • Drop-In Crafts. Feeling crafty? Drop in Monday afternoons for a variety of family-friendly, hands-on crafts.

M 4 p.m.

Ages Birth-6 years Free • Toddler Storytime. Interactive storytime for babies and toddlers.

W 10:15 a.m. Ages Birth-3 years Free • Pre-School Storytime. Fun, interactivestory time to build literacy skills.

W 11 a.m.

Ages 3-6 years Free • Pajama Storytime. Fun storytime with momvent and song.

TH 6 p.m.

Ages 3-6 years Free Summer Reading Program at Little Elm Public Library In-person Summer Reading programs and activities are back for 2022! Join us at the Little Elm Park Amphitheater for our Summer Reading Kickoff on Thursday, June 2, at 11 a.m., for a fun drum circle with Mr. Mark and Dippin’ Dots! In addition to our regular weekly programs, special live programs occur Tuesdays and Thursdays in June and July.

Visit www.littleelmlibrary.org for our full Summer Reading lineup, and details about our Summer Reading Rewards program.

DIGITAL SERVICES The Little Elm Public Library is more than just books! We offer a wide array of digital and electronic services, educational and career services, and much more! Learn at www.littleelmlibrary.org.

• Mobile Printing. Print what you need from your PC, tablet, or smart phone.

• Calendar. Find upcoming events and programs.

• Interlibrary Loans. Do you need an article, book, or other material that the Little Elm Public Library does not own? The Library’s Interlibrary Loan (ILL) service will attempt to get it for you.

• Tech Tools. We offer public-use PCs, color and black and white printing services, large format printing, faxing, scanning, free Wi-Fi access, as well as webcam and microphone service.

• Internet To Go. Check out a mobile hotspot.

• Become a U.S. Citizen. We offer online resources for you to study and practice for your citizenship exam.

• Resume Services. Create a resume online with our Resume Maker Pro service.

• Health Reference Center. Discover periodicals and reference book content designed for both nursing and allied health students, as well as consumer health researchers.

• Rocket Languages. Want to learn a new language? Check out these practical online language tools.

• cloudLibrary. Check out books online! cloudLibrary makes it easy to find what you need online, using the web, a tablet, or your phone!

• Freading. Freading is a new online service for Little Elm Library cardholders to download eBooks to their favorite devices. Freading offers over 11,000 titles in all genres.

• ComicsPlus. Find your favorite comics online!

• Overdrive Digital Media. Read magazines, watch movies, documentaries, concerts, and classic TV, listen to lectures, take classes, or take ACT or SAT prep classes.

• Education Services. We offer a wide range of online education services including GED prep, college test prep, K-12 education, career prep and exams, and classes to improve your reading, writing, and math skills!

• Tumblebooks. Online assortment of children’s books, magazines, and videos.

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SENIOR CENTER CONTACT US

THE BRENDA BUTTON MILLS SENIOR CENTER

301 Main Street Little Elm, TX 75068 972-731-1464 M-F 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Stay active at any age! The Brenda Button Mills Senior Center hosts a variety of weekly leisure activities and monthly programs for the Little Elm area senior adults, ages 50 and over. Most programs are free or have a minimal charge. www.facebook.com/LittleElmAreaSeniors

PROGRAMS - EXERCISE • Walk & Talk. Walk around The Rec at The Lakefront™ Gym every M-F. M-F 7:30-8:30 a.m.

REC • Yoga for Seniors. This program will encompass centering, breathing, and breaking down the postures. The yoga postures taught will include sitting, standing, lying down, balance, stretching, and final relaxation.

M 9 a.m.

SRC • Chair Exercise. This Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program stretches, strengthens, and tones muscles in a no-impact exercise class.

MWF 10:30 a.m.

SRC • Tai Chi I. The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program is designed to improve the quality of life for people with arthritis using Sun Style Tai Chi. This style includes agile steps and exercises that may improve mobility, breathing, and relaxation. This is a one-month beginning class and may be joined on the first M/W of each month.

MW 11:30 a.m.

SRC • Tai Chi II. The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program level 2 is designed to improve the quality of life for people with arthritis using Sun Style Tai Chi. This style includes agile steps and exercises that may improve mobility, breathing and relaxation. Class requirements: Must know all of the first set and the second set of movements and be familiar with the 3rd set of movements. This class strengthens your knowledge of all three sets of movements as well as deepens the understanding of the Tai Chi philosophy. Instructor approval required for class.

MW 12:30 p.m.

SRC • Walk Slim Video. Come in and join this inspiring and fun, high-energy walking video. Dress comfortably and wear your walking shoes.

MW 2 p.m.

SRC • Strength, Core, & Balance - Join us for this high energy work out. This class will put you through an advanced workout at The Rec at The Lakefront™ which is located next to the Senior Center. You must have a Senior Center membership to attend. Class size is limited and is on a first come, first-served basis. You must go to the Senior Center before class to pick up a reservation number the morning of class.

TTH 9 a.m.

REC • Chair Volleyball. Please join us in the Gym at The Rec at The Lakefront™. More fun than you can possibly stand – while seated! Come enjoy this fun-filled game played with a beach ball. Chair Volleyball is great for upper body mobility and joint flexibility. It enhances muscle tone, reflexes, hand-to-eye coordination, and endurance.

TTH 10:15 a.m.

REC • Line Dancing. Come and boot scoot with us at our line dancing classes.

WF 8:30 a.m.

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SENIOR CENTER PROGRAMS - MISC. • Coffee Club. Grab a cup of coffee and chat with friends new and old.

M-F 8:30 a.m.

SRC • Book Club Meeting. Join Laurie McKee from The Little Elm Public Library to discuss the books that the club has chosen. Every first Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m.

• Birthday Social. Join us for birthday cupcakes and ice cream as we celebrate the month's birthdays and meet some amazing seniors. Every third Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m.

• Genealogy. Wondering where you came from? Want to pass on your family’s history to future generations?

Come learn about genealogy and become fascinated with your family tree. This class will meet monthly at 1 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month with Duana Blakely.

• Vitamin B-12 Shots. Every third Wednesday, ProSalutem provides on-site B12 shots from 10-10:30 a.m.

• Chemo Care Bags. Lend a helping hand by helping assemble Chemo Care bags on the second Thursday of every month at 10 a.m. to be distributed to brighten and lighten the load being felt by those going through chemotherapy.

• Crocheting & Knitting. Whether you want to learn or already know how, join us for crocheting and knitting. Bring your own supplies or use ours! Lively Little Elm Ladies and Chemo Care bags projects will also be worked on.

TH 10 a.m.

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PROGRAMS - CARDS & GAMES • Bridge. Join this fun and friendly group. No partners necessary. New players are welcome!

M 9 a.m.

SRC • Mah Jongg. Mah Jongg is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and involves a certain degree of chance.

Challenge your skills and mind.

M 12:30 p.m.

SRC • Chicken Foot Dominos. Chicken Foot is a domino game whose object is to accumulate as few points as possible over the 13 games. The player with the lowest total score is the winner. It’s an easy and fun game to learn. There will be no Chicken Foot on luncheon days.

TH 11:30 a.m.

SRC • Pinochle. Pinochle is a trick-taking card game typically for two to four players and played with a 48-card deck. Each hand is played in three phases: bidding, melds and tricks.

TH 10 a.m.

SRC • Bingo. We will be using paper cards, so bring along your daubers or highlighters if you have them. Each set of cards will be $3 and will allow you to play 3 cards at once. Card pickup starts at noon.

F 12:30 p.m.

SRC

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ANIMAL ADULT ATHLETICS SERVICES CONTACT US

LITTLE ELM ANIMAL SERVICES

1605 Mark Tree Ln. 972-377-1898 After Hours/Non-Emergency: 469-853-2929

Welcome to Little Elm Animal Services. We strive to maintain a clean and inviting animal shelter, and we believe in the professional and ethical performance of our duties, and work to provide a safe and healthy environment for all animals in our care.

M-F 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

(Closed for lunch from noon-1 p.m.)

S 10 a.m.-1 p.m. by appointment only.

SU Closed

To reach Animal Services during regular business hours, call 972-377-1898. If no answer, please leave a message and Animal Service Officers will respond as soon as possible. If you have an Animal Services issue during non-business hours and holidays, call our on-call number at 469-853-2929. For emergencies, call 9-1-1.

During non-business hours and holidays, Animal Services Officers will respond to emergencies and animal bites only.

OTHER SERVICES Animal Bites By state law, all dog and cat bites must be reported to the Animal Shelter. Call 972-377-1898 during regular business hours and 469-853-2929 after hours/non-emergency.

Stray Pets Animals picked up by Little Elm Animal Services are housed at the Animal Shelter.

Adoption Contact the shelter to visit and view adoptable dogs and cats.

Adoption fees are $75. This includes spay/neuter, vaccines, and microchip. We accept cash and credit card only.

All stray animals are held for five days before being placed for adoption, no exceptions. Once an animal is ready for adoption, we do not hold or reserve for any reason. We adopt and release to rescue on a first-come, first-served basis.

Reporting Deceased Animals Deceased animals on the roadway can be reported by calling 972-377-1898.

Animal Traps Live animal traps are available from Animal Services. There is not a fee to use a trap; however there is a $70 refundable deposit paid in cash only. Please call to check availability.

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ANIMAL SERVICES

OUR MISSION

Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic 940-566-5551

www.texasforthem.org

TCAP exists to end animal overpopulation and to improve community animal welfare by providing low-cost preventative services throughout North Texas.

Little Elm Animal Shelter

10am-12pm

1605 Mark Tree Lane Little Elm, TX, 75068

VACCINES & TESTING CATS: Rabies FeLV FHCPCh FeLV/FIV Test

DOGS: Rabies Bordetella DAPPv Leptospirosis Lyme Canine Influenza (H3N8/H3N2) Heartworm Test

$5 $10 $10 $20 $5 $10 $10 $10 $15 $20 $20

@TCforAP @tcapspayneuter @TCforAP

2022 Dates February 05 April 02 June 04

WELLNESS SERVICES General Dewormer (Strongid-T) Tapeworm Dewormer (Droncit) Triheart Plus (6-month supply) Trifexis (6-month supply) 1 mo. dose flea/tick treatment 3 mo. dose flea/tick treatment Bravecto 12 week flea/tick treatment Home Again Microchip Nail Trim*

$5 $10 - $15 $25 - $35 $110 $12 $30 $45 $30 $10

*Pets must have a current rabies vaccination given at least 7 days before receiving a nail trim. Proof is required.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SERVICE ~ Heartworm prevention can only be prescribed after the pet receives a negative heartworm test administered by TCAP. ~ We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and cash as payment. ~ All dogs must be on a tight leash for the safety of your pet and other clients and their pets. ~ All cats must be in a hard-sided carrier.

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BASKETBALL FACILITY THE COVERESERVATIONS AT THE LAKEFRONT THE REC AT THE LAKEFRONT™

Craft Room. Capacity 46. The craft room is a 30’x30’ wood-floored room with a craft sink. A screen and projector are available.

Conference Room. Capacity 20. The conference room is a state-of-the-art meeting space for small groups with three TVs that can connect to a computer or device. Reservations for this room can only be made in person.

Multi-Purpose Room with Kitchen. Capacity 86. The multi-purpose room is a large 28’x42’ tiled room with an attached kitchen. A screen and projector are available.

Gymnasium. Full-sized gym with a curtain that can be dropped to create two half-gym spaces. The full gym has a main basketball court, main volleyball court, and four pickleball courts. Each half gym has a small-sided basketball gym, a full volleyball court, and two pickleball courts.

ATHLETIC FIELDS

Little Elm Park Softball Fields - 2 Fields. Two adult-sized softball fields are available to reserve when not used by the Town of Little Elm-recognized adult and youth sports groups.

Little Elm Park Soccer Fields - 3 Fields. Three full-sized soccer fields and the potential for ten total soccer fields available to reserve when not used by the Town of Little Elm-recognized adult and youth sports groups.

Cottonwood Park Baseball Fields - 3 Fields. Three different-sized baseball fields are available to reserve when not used by the Town of Little Elm-recognized adult and youth sports groups.

Cottonwood Park Softball Field - 1 Field. One youth-sized softball field that can also be used for adults, located at the Cottonwood Sports Complex is available to reserve when not used by the Town of Little Elm-recognized adult and youth sports groups.

Little Elm Park Sand Volleyball Courts - 12 Courts. Ten courts on the beach and two courts next to the playground are available to use or reserve when not used by the Town of Little Elm-recognized adult and youth sports groups.

COMMUNITY CENTER & PAVILIONS

Community Center. The Community Center is a large 55’x30’ room with a kitchen and bathrooms attached.

The facility may only be booked once per day and holds reservations of 100 people or less.

Little Elm Park Playground Pavilion. The playground pavilion is the larger of the two pavilions and is located next to the playground. There are 12 picnic tables under the pavilion, and there is a grill attached.

Groups larger than 75 people must complete a Special Events Application and pay additional fees. Please note that all Little Elm Park reservations are subject to the same parking fees as the general public.

Little Elm Park Beach Pavilion. This pavilion overlooks the beach and sand volleyball courts at Little Elm Park. There are six tables at the beach pavilion. Groups larger than 75 people must complete a special events application and pay additional fees. Please note that all Little Elm Park reservations are subject to the same parking fees as the general public.

Beard Park Pavilion. This pavilion is next to the park playground and has four picnic tables. Groups larger than 75 people must complete a Special Events Application and pay additional fees.

McCord Park Splash Pad Pavilion. The Splash Pad Pavilion is located next to the play area and has two picnic tables located underneath the pavilion. Groups larger than 75 people must complete a Special Events Application and pay additional fees.

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FACILITY RESERVATIONS THE REC AT THE LAKEFRONT™

Fee Name Fee Member Discounted Rate Notes Craft Rm $40/hr $20/hr Capacity 46 Conference Rm $40/hr $20/hr Capacity 20 Multi-Purpose Rm $60/hr $40/hr Capacity 86 Gym 1/2 $70/hr $50/hr Email aadams@littleelm.org Gym Full-Court $125/hr $100/hr Email aadams@littleelm.org *Damage deposit for all reservations is $100 and will be refunded if the facility reserved is cleaned and the end of reservation checklist is completed. These prices are for reservations during regular operating hours.

After-hours fees apply. Reserve the Craft Room and Multi-Purpose Rooms at www.reservelittleelm.com.

ATHLETIC FIELDS

Fee Name Fee Resident Discounted Rate Little Elm Softball Fields $35/hr $30/hr Little Elm Soccer Fields $35/hr $30/hr Cottonwood Baseball Fields $35/hr $30/hr Cottonwood Softball Fields $35/hr $30/hr Lakeside Softball Fields $35/hr $30/hr Lakeside Football Field $35/hr $30/hr Athletic Field Lights $20/hr/field Sand Volleyball Courts $25/hr $15/hr *All fees are per field, per hour. **Field preparation is available for additional fee not to exceed $100 per field. ***Tournaments or multi-field reservations must complete the tournament application and provide proof of liability insurance. Gate fees negotiated with Director of Community Services.

COMMUNITY CENTER & PAVILIONS

Fee Name Fee Resident Discounted Rate Notes Community Center $60/hr $30/hr 4-hour minimum LEP Playground Pavilion $60/hr $40/hr 2-hour minimum Beach Pavilion $50/hr $30/hr 2-hour minimum Beard Park Pavilion $30/hr $20/hr 2-hour minimum Splash Pad Pavilion $30/hr $20/hr 2-hour minimum *Damage deposits apply for all reservations: $250 for Community Center, Little Elm Park Playground Pavilion, and Beach Pavilions; $100 for Beard Park Pavilion and Splash Pad Pavilion. Damage deposts are refundable as long as the facility reserved is cleaned. Little Elm Park Amphitheater available by Special Event Application only.The Community Center and Pavilions can be reserved at www.reservelittleelm.com.

THE COVE AT THE LAKEFRONT®

Fee Name Fee Notes Cabana Reservations: M-Th $60 3-hour timeblock Cabana Reservations: F-Su $90 3-hour timeblock Party Room rentals and party package information available at www.thecoveatthelakefront.com. For partial or full-facility rentals, including the Mezzanine Terrace and Patio, email thecove@littleelm.org.

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KIDs' MOVIES AND CONCERTs AT

5 p.m.: Character Meet and Greet 6 p.m.: Movie Showing Food trucks will be available!

SATURDAY, MAY 21 spider-man: No way home Saturday, june 11 frozen Saturday, july 16 Jurassic park: fallen kingdom

SATURDAY, AUGUST 20 moana @LAKEFRONTLITTLEELM

@LAKEFRONTLITTLEELM

www.LAKEFRONTLITTLEELM.COM