Heights Happening Sept.-Jan. 2020 by kdhnews

FROM THE DIRECTOR PARKS & REC ADMINISTRATION Jeff Achee Casey Brazzil Christie Denewith Bailey Ross Jonathan Hanson

Director of Parks & Recreation Parks & Grounds Supervisor Administrative Assistant Athletic Coordinator Athletic Coordinator

ACTIVITIES CENTER Nichole Broemer Sara Gibbs Adam Trujillo

Activities Center & Events Manager Activities Coordinator Activities Center Specialist

PARKS CREW

Luis Araujo Chet Gill Maurice Henderson Tom Holubec Shawn Jenkins George Kacir Tyler Keller John Leivan Norris Lockett James Mize Henry Nash Joshua Ramirez-Figueroa Michael Reinhardt

Director Howdy!

As summer winds down and we gear up for fall and winter, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great time for us to take a step back and look at how our programs can be improved. I truly believe in what we are doing and in the positive impact our facilities and programs have on this community, but we can always be better! In addition to city staff doing so, we also currently have Luck Design Team providing some professional expertise in putting together our 10-Year Parks, Open Space, and Trails Master Plan.

CUSTODIAL CREW David Chevalier Sabrina Jackson

Message From the

RECREATION AIDES Eunice Myers Mars Powe Raquel Rivera Nicole Zubaty

CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS

Spencer H. Smith Mayor Term May 2020 Michael Blomquist Mayor Pro Tem Term May 2021 Jennifer McCann Place 1 Term May 2022 Jackeline Soriano Fountain Place 3 Term May 2022 John Reider Place 4 Term May 2020 Jody Nicholas Place 5 Term May 2021 David Mitchell City Manager Patty Brunson Assistant City Manager

PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD

To revisit our mission, we want to Create Community through People, Parks, and Programs. This is why we are excited to come to work every morning: the chance to improve the lives of those in our community through our work. But the community we are looking to create is not done so just by city staff; it is the parents, children, coaches, officials, hikers, bikers, anglers, and athletes that do the heavy lifting. This is a great place to live and work because of the people, and we are happy to help bring those people together. There are exciting things on the horizon in Parks and Rec, so keep up with us on Facebook or our website for the latest. As always, be sure to say hi when you see us at a park or program; we look forward to meeting you! Sincerely,

Jeff Achee

Natalie R. Austin Heidi Heckel Eva Keagle Patrick W. Kerr Jack Palmer Angie Wilson

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AT YOUR SERVICE PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT 307 Miller’s Crossing Harker Heights, TX 76548 Office: 254.953.5657 Fax: 254.953.5658 www.ci.harker-heights.tx.us/parks #BenefitsareENDLESS

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Your Parks and Recreation Department offers you a wide variety of programs and services for all ages. Whatever your recreational needs, we hope you take the time to explore the benefits of Parks and Recreation services.

The Benefits are Endless and We Can Prove It.

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“Creating community through people, parks, and programs.” RECREATION CENTER HOURS Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 9:00 pm Saturday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Sunday & Holidays CLOSED

2019-2020 OBSERVED HOLIDAYS Veteran’s Day Thanksgiving Day Friday after Thanksgiving Christmas New Year’s Day Martin Luther King Day President’s Day

November 11 November 28 November 29 December 25 January 1 January 20 February 17

*Dates are subject to change. Please check the City website for any changes to the observed holidays and additional closures.

IMPORTANT NUMBERS Activities Center 254.953.5466 City Hall 254.953.5600 Fire/ EMS (non-emergency) 254.699.2688 Pet Adoption Center 254.953.5472 Police (non-emergency) 254.953.5400 Public Library 254.953.5491 Recreation Center 254.953.5657 Sports Line 254.953.5660 Water 254.953.5630 Water After Hours Emergency 254.681.6779 In case of Emergency call 911

Want your photograph in the next issue of Heights Happenings? Submit your photos to atrujillo@ci.harker-heights.tx.us to be considered for future editions.

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department policies DEPARTMENT POLICIES Department Policies RESIDENCY: A resident, for registration purposes, is anyone who lives within the corporate boundaries of the City of Harker Heights and/ or a business owner that pays taxes to the City of Harker Heights. Any person residing outside these limits will be considered a nonresident and assessed a fee accordingly. REFUND POLICY: Refund of fees shall be made under the following conditions: 1. The Parks and Recreation Department cancels the program/ league. Persons registered for a program/league which is canceled by the department (i.e. lack of enrollment) shall receive a full refund of fees. 2. Participant Cancellation – If, prior to the start of a program/ league, participants cancel their registration, they will receive a refund of fees, less a $5.00 service charge. 3. No refunds or credits will be issued once the program/league has started. 4. There will be no prorating of program/league fees. 5. Refund may take up to 2-3 weeks to receive in the mail. ONLINE PROCESSING FEE: 1. No refund will be issued for online registration processing fee in case of refund requests. 2. Cases that the City of Harker Heights cancels an activity, the online processing fee is Non-Refundable. REGISTRATION: Registrations are taken on a first-come, first-serve basis and will be accepted in the following ways: 1. Walk-in: Parks and Recreation Center 307 Miller’s Crossing, Harker Heights 8:00 am – 9:00 pm Monday – Friday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Saturday 2. Online:Visit our Harker Heights’ Active Net website at https://apm.activecommunities.com/HarkerHeightsPR Make checks payable to: Harker Heights Parks and Recreation. (Please note the program name on the memo line) All checks returned for insufficient funds will be subject to a $30.00 charge. For programs with a specific registration due date, all registrations not received by said date will be placed on a waiting list. If a deadline is not specified, registration will be accepted until the program is full. For such dates, refer to the recreation guide. Registration is required BEFORE participation in any program. The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel, combine, change time or date, or make any revisions which may be necessary.

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PARK AND ATHLETIC FACILITIES: 1. Park Hours – All City parks are open from 5:00 am to 11:00 pm, unless special hours are approved by the Parks and Recreation Department. 2. Athletic facilities – Utilization of these facilities must receive approval from the Athletics Department PRIOR to use. 3. Alcoholic beverages or intoxicated behavior in park and athletic facilities is not permitted. 4. The use of loud speakers, public address systems or amplifiers is prohibited without written permission. (Ch. 95 – Noise Regulations – City Ord.) 5. Vehicles must be parked in the designated parking areas. 6. Animals must be confined to a leash. 7. All signs, placards, flags, and banners must be approved before posting. 8. Fishing in the pond is permitted with applicable license. Currently, the pond is a “catch and release” fishing area. 9. All litter must be disposed of properly – to include pet wastes. 10. Special event permits must be submitted for reservations of facilities. (Ch. 100 – Special Events – City Ord.) 11. NO patron may kill, harm, trap, confine, catch or possess wildlife within a park. 12. The following are prohibited: A. Glass Containers B. Swimming in Ponds C. Removal or Destruction of Vegetation D. Selling Goods and Services (without permit) E. Fires except in Barbecue Grills F. Vehicles Left Overnight G. Fireworks H. Weapons of any kind 13. Smoking is prohibited within 20 feet of sports fields, sports courts, food concessions and spectator bleachers. RENTALS: An Application for Facility Rental form and fee will be required for each park facility rental. Requests for reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Requests for reservations can be done only in person. Each facility will have its own deposit/fee requirements. FACILITY RULES AND REGULATIONS: Hours of Operation: Recreation Center: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 9:00 pm Saturday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Sunday & Holidays CLOSED Activities Center: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Each parent or guardian is responsible for his/her child, guest and own behavior while participating in any activity in the facilities. All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 1. All persons are required to comply with the instructions of HHPRD staff.

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DEPARTMENT POLICIES MISCELLANEOUS: These policies are to be utilized as a guideline for staff in the development and coordination of future and existing programs and activities offered by the department. The items listed are subject to change periodically without notice. Details about specific programs, including fees, registration dates and availability of classes are subject to change at any time.

2. Fighting will not be tolerated in the building or on the premises. Children and adults are subject to a suspension from the facilities for any instances of fighting. 3. Horseplay and profane language are not allowed in the facilities. 4. Smoking or use of tobacco products are not permitted within the facilities. 5. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted within the Recreation Center. Permits for alcoholic beverages at the Activities Center must be requested through City Council at least thirty days in advance. 6. Weapons of any kind are not allowed on the premises. 7. Articles of clothing must be worn properly (shorts, pants, etc.). Appropriate shoes are to be worn during the activities (unless authorized by the Parks and Recreation Department). 8. Skateboards, rollerblades, skates, Heelys shoes, scooters, and bicycles are not allowed in the building. 9. Jewelry is not allowed in gymnasium during open and league play. 10. Food and drinks other than bottled water are not allowed inside the gymnasium. In the event of any spills, please inform a recreation center staff member. 11. Bags are not allowed inside gymnasium. 12. Signs are posted inside gymnasium specifying additional regulations. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board was assembled in 1995. The board is composed of six members and two alternates, which are appointed by the City Council. The Board is governed by the Code of Ordinance § 33.35. The Harker Heights Parks and Recreation Advisory Board shall have no supervisory function and shall have no rulemaking or quasijudicial authority. The Board is organized to advise the City Council on policy and programs. ATHLETICS: Each team athletic activity will have its own by-laws and constitution and will pertain to that sport solely. The make-up of these rules is governed by the Athletic Coordinator or their designee. These by-laws and the constitution will be updated prior to the beginning of each season. 2 5 4 . 9 5 3 . 5 6 5 7 • H A R K E R H E I G H T S PA R K S & R E C R E AT I O N

PHOTO POLICY: On occasion, the City of Harker Heights Parks and Recreation Department may take photos and/or video of participants enrolled in sponsored programs/events or at our parks. Please be aware that these photos and videos are for department use only and may be used in future brochures, flyers, presentations, advertisements, or on the City’s website and social media. PROOF OF RESIDENCY PROGRAM SIGN-UP Any person signing up for a Harker Heights Parks and Recreation program will be required to show proof of residency at the time of registration to receive resident discount. Acceptable forms of residency confirmation: current driver’s license, utility bill, or post-marked envelope with ID. Any changes in residency must be kept up to date with the Parks and Recreation staff. Multiple child discounts for youth sports registration and some programs are available on same day sign-ups for siblings only with same address. PROOF OF RESIDENCY FACILITY USAGE Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times in all of our facilities. Proof of age may be requested at time of visit. OPEN GYM Any person interested in utilizing the Harker Heights Recreation Center’s Open Gym will be required to show proof of residency at the time of visit to receive the resident discount. Please check the Parks & Recreation webpage for current Open Gym hours. 100% Valid Photo IDis required to utilize Open Gym. Acceptable forms of residency confirmation: current driver’s license, utility bill, or post-marked envelope.

RATES FOR OPEN GYM Resident Non-Resident Youth (17 & Under) Adult (18 - 54) Senior (55 & Up)

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CITY MAP City Hall Central Fire Station Police Station Library/Activities Center Pet Adoption Center Recycling Center Recreation Center

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SUMMIT SOCCER COMPLEX 401 N. Amy Ln.

Summit Soccer Complex is a 33acre space with 11 soccer fields as well as concessions and restrooms. Fields are open to the public when not reserved.

KERN FIELD

This 8-acre neighborhood park has picnic tables, an open play area, basketball courts, and play ground equipment. Enjoy it’s wide open spaces and close proximity to nearby neighborhoods.

This 2-acre athletic park is available to rent. See page eight for more information about field rentals. Fields are open to the public when not reserved.

400 S. Ann Blvd.

CARL LEVIN

400 Millers Crossing

This 35-acre community park has picnic units, grills, basketball court, lighted walking/ jogging trail, playground equipment, outdoor swimming pool, exercise stations, open play area, fishing pond, 40’x60’ pavilion, gazebo, amphitheater and restroom facilities. Amenities: • Playscape • Restrooms • Picnic Areas • Open Play Area • Pavilions • Swimming Pool

KERN PARK

Amenities: • Playscape • Picnic Areas • Open Play Area • Basketball (Half Court)

Amenities: • Restroom • Open Play Area

• Fishing Pond • Gazebo • Grills • Jogging/ Walking • Basketball

220 E. Kathey Rd.

Amenities: • Restroom • Baseball/ Softball

PURSER FAMILY PARK

SKIPCHA PARK

This 35-acre community park has a lighted walking/ jogging trail, two 20’x20’ pavilions. Purser Family Park has something for everyone and provides a beautiful backdrop for any occasion.

This is a joint use park on 5-acres with playground equipment, picnic units, open play area, a pavilion and jogging/ walking trail. This park is adjacent to Skipcha Elementary School.

Amenities: • Playscape • Restrooms • Picnic Areas • Open Play Area • Jogging/ Walking • Frisbee Golf • Pavilions • Dog Park • Grills

Amenities: • Playscape • Picnic Areas • Open Play Area • Pavilions

100 W. Mountain Lion Rd.

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GOODE CONNELL PARK 110 East Beeline

This 14-acre Neighborhood park will include an exercise trail, playground area, climbing boulders, picnic tables, open play area, park benches, and practice fields for soccer and baseball/softball. Amenities: • Playscape • Picnic Areas • Open Play Area • Jogging/ Walking • Soccer • Baseball/ Softball

HARKER HEIGHTS COMMUNITY PARK 1501 E. FM 2410

This 62-acre athletic/ community park is one of the cities athletic facilities and features a lighted walking/jogging trail. Amenities: • Playscape • Restrooms • Picnic Areas • Open Play Area • Pavilions • Jogging/ Walking • Baseball/ Softball

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Carl Levin Park Pavilion 400 Miller’s Crossing

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Picnic Tables Electricity Grills (4) Access to: Restroom, Water, Pool (addt’l fee), Playground, Basketball Court

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For each 4-hour period Rental: Resident $50 Non-Resident $100

Resident: $100 Non-Resident: $200 Refundable Deposit

Carl Levin Park Amphitheater 400 Miller’s Crossing

Electricity Access to: Restroom, Pool (addt’l fee), Playground, Basketball Court

15-20 (Under covered picnic area)

Patrons allowed to bring grills

For each 4-hour period Rental: Resident $25 Non-Resident $65

$100 Refundable Deposit

Carl Levin Park Gazebo 400 Miller’s Crossing

Access to: Restroom, Pool (addt’l fee), Playground, Basketball Court

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No electricity or water spigot

For each 4-hour period Rental: Resident $15 Non-Resident $25

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Harker Heights Community ParkHilliard Family Pavilion 1501 E. FM 2410

Picnic Tables Electricity Access to: Restroom, Playground

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Patrons allowed to bring grills

For each 4-hour period Rental: Resident $50 Non-Resident $100

Resident: $100 Non-Resident: $200 Refundable Deposit

4 Softball Fields 4 Baseball Fields Restrooms Field Lights

Varies by event; discuss with Athletics staff

Subject to Athletic Department Approval

Rental: Resident $25/ Non-Res $50 (per 2-hr block) Lights: Resident: $25/ Non-Res $50 (per field) Field Attendant (may be required at discretion of Athletics staff): Resident $15/Non-Res $30 (per hour) Tournament Package Rental: Resident $100/ Non-Res $150 (per field, per day) Field Attendant: Resident $150/ Non-Res $150

Resident: $100 Non-Resident: $200 Refundable Deposit

Purser Family Park Pavilion A (Closest to restroom/ playground) 100 West Mountain Lion Rd.

Picnic Tables Electricity Grills Access to: Restroom, Playground, Disc Golf Course, Dog Park

18-20

Only 1 average-size inflatable/bounce house will fit in this area

For each 4-hour period Rental: Resident $25 Non-Resident $65

$100 Refundable Deposit

Purser Family Park Pavilion B (Off of parking lot next to creek) 100 West Mountain Lion Rd.

Picnic Tables Electricity Grills Access to: Restroom, Playground, Disc Golf Course, Dog Park

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For each 4-hour period Rental: Resident $25 Non-Resident $65

$100 Refundable Deposit

Summit Soccer Complex 401 N. Amy Lane

Soccer Fields Field Lights

Varies by event; discuss with Athletics staff

Subject to Athletic Department Approval

Rental: Resident $25/ Non-Res $50 (per 2-hr block) Lights: Resident $25/ Non-Res $50 (per field) Field Attendant (may be required at discretion of Athletics staff): Resident $15/Non-Res $30 (per hour) Tournament Package Rental: Resident $100/ Non-Res $150 (per field, per day) Field Attendant: Resident $150/ Non-Res $150

Resident: $100 Non-Resident: $200 Refundable Deposit

Subject to Athletic Department Approval

Resident: $100 Non-Resident: $200 Refundable Deposit

Harker Heights Community Park Athletic Fields 1501 E. FM 2410

Kern Field 220 E. Kathey Road

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1 Baseball Field Field Lights

Varies by event; discuss with Athletics staff

Tournament Package: $200 (resident & non-resident) Refundable Deposit

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RECREATION CENTER RECREATION CENTER HOURS OF OPERATION Monday - Friday: Saturday: Sunday & Holidays

8:00 am - 9:00 pm 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm CLOSED

HARKER HEIGHTS REC CENTER Harker Heights Parks & Recreation 307 Miller’s Crossing Harker Heights, TX 76548 Office: 254.953.5657 Fax: 254.953.5658 www.ci.harker-heights.tx.us/parks

Athletics Staff

Athletic Coordinator Bailey Ross - wross@ci.harker-heights.tx.us Athletic Coordinator Jonathan Hanson - jhanson@ci.harker-heights.tx.us

ONLINE REGISTRATION

Get immediate confirmation of payment, activity or sport registration, and all from the comfort of home or on the go! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 254.953.5657.

ALL YOUTH SPORTS REGISTRATION FEES Resident Non-Resident $45.00 for 1st child $55.00 for per child $40.00 for 2nd child $35.00 for 3rd + child

Multi-child discount applies for same day registration for residents only.

Athletics

Visit www.teamsideline.com/harkerheights for up-to-date schedules, scores, standings, notifications, downloadable by-laws, and more!

Register online at: https://apm.activecommunities.com/HarkerHeightsPR or scan the QR code. ActiveNet charges a nonrefundable convenience fee for this service and a valid email address is required.

Register in person at the Recreation Center, 307 Miller’s Crossing where staff can help you. We encourage you to create an account online first at https://apm.activecommunities.com/HarkerHeightsPR before registering. This will help speed up the registration process and ensure correct information.

Sportsline

Please call the Harker Heights Sportsline in the event of bad weather conditions. 254.953.5660

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YOUTH SPORTS SOCCER CoREC WINTER SOCCER

Registration Dates: December 2 – January 9 Ages: 4 – 14 as of September 1, 2019 Practices Starts: Week of January 21 Coaches Meeting: Week of January 15 *all dates subject to change

All games will be played at the Summit Soccer Complex, 401 N. Amy Ln. Harker Heights, TX 76548. Participants will learn skills and practice techniques as well as develop an interest in sports and physical activity.

BASEBALL CoREC T-BALL

Registration Dates: Jan. 13 – March 5 Ages: 4 – 6 as of August 31, 2020 Practices Starts: Week of March 30 Coaches Meeting: Week of March 23 *all dates subject to change

Coaches will run the games allowing sportsmanship, technique, and participation to be the main teaching points. All games will take place at the Community Park Baseball fields, 1501 East FM 2410 | Harker Heights, TX 76548.

TTAB BASEBALL– CoREC

Registration Dates: Jan. 13 – Feb. 21 Ages: 6 – 9 as of April 30, 2020 (Coach Pitch) Ages: 10 – 14 as of April 30, 2020 (Kid Pitch) Practice Starts: Week of March 23 Coaches Meeting: Week of March 16 *all dates subject to change

League play is coordinated and managed by Harker Heights Parks and Rec and follows rules governed by Texas Teenage Baseball (TTAB). Teams from each division will have the opportunity to move on to TTAB district playoff play and can advance to the state tournament from there. Playoffs will be held at various locations designated by TTAB. There will be a draft to determine teams.

CoREC RECREATIONAL BASEBALL

Registration Dates: Jan. 13 – March 5 Ages: 6 – 10 as of April 30, 2020 Practice Starts: Week of March 30 Coaches Meeting: Week of March 23 *all dates subject to change

Harker Heights Parks and Recreation offers non-competitive divisions for baseball for boys and girls between the

ages of 6 and 10. This is a recreational league wherein players can learn sportsmanship and the basic fundamentals of the game while playing in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Practices and games will be held at the Community Park baseball fields, 1501 E. FM 2410 in Harker Heights.

SOFTBALL TTAS SOFTBALL—GIRLS

Registration Dates: January 13 – February 21 Ages: 6 – 15 as of January 1, 2020 Practice Starts: Week of March 23 Coaches Meeting: Week of March 16 *all dates subject to change

League play is coordinated and managed by Harker Heights Parks and Rec and follows rules governed by Texas Teenage Baseball (TTAS). Teams from each division will have the opportunity to move on to TTAS district playoff play and can advance to the state tournament from there. Playoffs will be held at various locations designated by TTAS. There will be a draft to determine teams. 10 | H E I G H T S H A P P E N I N G S

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to our 2018/2019 Youth Sports Coaches Eva Serrano

Tasha Harris

Colsha Dawson

Andrew Quen

Vickie Nettles

Tanya Daffern

Cory Black

Michael Zapata

Ernest Hernandez

Jason Woolverton

Evelyn Rangel

Stephanie Lacroix

David Scott

Tessy Edomwandagbon

Nathan Peters

Ashli Hayford

Isis Espinoza-Gold

Whitney Key

Jesse Miller

Joseph Lawhorn

Rachel Napoli

Pedro Rosa

Lindsey Souza-Kelley

William Mendez

Brittany Taylor

Margaret Scotting

Ashley Schleicher

Steven Robinson

Omba Kipuke

Brett Bair

Eneinice Couvertier

Keith Clinscales

James Adcock

Nicole Loayza

Antonio McDaniel

Natasha Ferrer

Scott Hequemborg

Jesse Miller

Jon Stilley

Josh Riggs

Tiffiney Starnes

Robin Sanders

Elisabeth Ramirez

Jason Woolverton

Gabrielle Lucero

Joshua Boyes

David Terry

Daniel Hines

Yvonne Richards

Betiale Hawkins

Le’Quecia Ryan

John Leivan

Vincent Macias

Elsa Cocannouer

Susan Woullard

Tanya Daffern

Javier Molina

Nicole Otto

Bryan Buck

Nicholas Jones

Luis Quiroz

Ismael Flecha

Jose Pinto

Tessy Edomwandagbon

Gabrielle Lucero

Cassandra D’amore

Tony Garza

John Leivan

Kathleen Burke

Ross Wilson

Virgina Ortego

Amie Strickland

Katrina Hennington

Nick Byse

Carlton Nichlson

Otis Robinson III

Emily Polson

Robert Vordtriede

Chris Burrell

Sabrina Bola

to our sponsors!

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ABILITY SPORTS The Ability Sports program provides recreational opportunities for youth and young adults with intellectual disabilities. It was established in 2010 as an extension of the City of Harker Heights’ Paralympic Sports program. We are an all-inclusive program for children between the ages of 5 and 22. Our participant’s disabilities range from autism and Asperger’s to Downs Syndrome to cerebral palsy. Whether it is through participation, advocacy or coaching, we encourage everyone to get involved! New Ability Sports will be added to the calendar at various times. Information will be added to the city’s website. Please contact the Athletic Staff at 254.953.5657 to be added to the contact list for these events.

ROCK CLIMBING (ABILITY)

Registration Dates: October 7 – January 2, 2020 Season: January 6 – February 10, 2020 Fee: $20.00 per child *all dates subject to change

All events will be held at the Harker Heights Recreation Center at 307 Miller’s Crossing in Harker Heights. Participants will learn skills and practice techniques as well as develop an interest in sports and physical activity.

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TENNIS (ABILITY)

Registration Dates: January 6 – March 12, 2020 Season: March 16 – April 20, 2020 Fee: $20.00 per child *all dates subject to change

All events will be held at Summit Soccer Complex, 401 N. Amy Ln. in Harker Heights. Participants will learn skills and practice techniques as well as develop an interest in sports and physical activity.

HARKER HEIGHTS ABILITY SPORTS SPONSORS:

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ADULT CoREC DODGEBALL

Registration Dates: December 2, 2019 – January 23, 2020 Ages: 16 and up Coaches Meeting: Week of January 27, 2020 Season Starts: Week of February 3, 2020 Fee: $150.00/team *all dates subject to change

Games will be held at the Harker Heights Community Park at 1501 East FM 2410 in Harker Heights. Teams can register a max of 20 players. Game will be played with 9 players in the field. Co-Ed Rules will be in effect and teams must have at least 4 women present to start. Officials are provided by the city.

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ACTIVITIES CENTER 400 Indian Trail Harker Heights, TX 76548 Office 254.953.5466 Fax 254.953.5467 www.ci.harker-heights.tx.us/parks

HOURS OF OPERATION

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Monday - Sunday 7:00 am - 9:00 pm Holidays CLOSED

ACTIVITIES CENTER & EVENTS MANAGER

Nichole Broemer, 254.953.5465 nbroemer@ci.harker-heights.tx.us

ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR Sara Gibbs 254.953.5493 sgibbs@ci.harker-heights.tx.us

ACTIVITIES CENTER SPECIALIST

Adam Trujillo, 254.953.5466 atrujillo@ci.harker-heights.tx.us

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The Harker Heights Activities Center offers various programs, city events, and recreational classes throughout the city. Civic organizations, government entities, non-profits, businesses, and community programs supporting Harker Heights are eligible to rent the rooms for activities such as meeting, retreats, trainings, workshops, conferences, and interviews. We currently do not rent the Activities Center for private functions. The Activities Center is located in the same building as the Harker Heights Library.

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REACHING NEW HEIGHTS New Staff Spotlight

Sara Gibbs - Activities Coordinator Sara grew up in a military family and spent the majority of her childhood in Harker Heights. She graduated in 2018 from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Applied Learning and Development (Hook ‘em!). When she is not at work helping the citizens of Harker Heights, she enjoys volunteering her time in theatre, painting, and spending time with her family and two dogs.

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Sara helps with the Harker Heights Senior Rec Program, Activities Center, AdoptA-Spot, Reaching New Heights, runs the Farmers Market, and much more. As the Activities Coordinator, Sara is honored to be able to give back to the community that she grew up in and strives to help its citizens have fun and exciting experiences with all the wonderful programs the City has to offer.

Volunteer with Harker Heights! Activities Center volunteer program, Reaching New Heights, strives to get citizens involved in bettering their community. We thank all of our volunteers for all the hard work that they do! If you would like to become a volunteer, please call 254.953.5493 or visit our website at www.ci.harker-heights.tx.us/parks for more information.

Volunteers are needed for: Family Campout Kids To Parks Day Movies in the Park Texas Arbor Day National Parks and Rec Month Frost Fest & more!

Adopt-A-Spot Program: Iota Lambda Mu Sorority working hard at Purser Family Park.

Thank you to all our volunteers!

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FITNESS & RECREATION Enjoy the benefits of staying healthy and fit by enrolling in one or more of the Harker Heights fitness and recreation classes. The department offers a wide range of year-round classes for all ages. Regular physical activity can improve your mood, health, and life expectancy. Attending classes provides opportunities to learn something new, stay active, and meet new friends.

Tae Kwon Do

Ages 5+

House of Discipline Instructor: Grand Master James McMurray Beginner

Monthly (Resident) Tu/Th, 6pm-6:45pm Monthly (Non-Resident) Tu/Th, 6pm-6:45pm

Advanced

Monthly (Resident) Tu/Th, 7pm-7:45pm Monthly (Non-Resident) Tu/Th, 7pm-7:45pm

Rec Center* Rec Center*

$35 $40

Rec Center* Rec Center*

$35 $40

*Denotes classes moved to Activities Center for Oct. 15 - Jan. 30.

Hapkido

Ages 17 +

House of Discipline Instructor: Grand Master James McMurray Monthly (Resident) Tu/Th, 8pm-8:45pm Monthly (Non-Resident) Tu/Th, 8pm-8:45pm

Rec Center* Rec Center*

$35 $40

*Denotes classes moved to Activities Center for Oct. 15 - Jan. 30.

REGISTRATION

To register for sports, recreation, and fitness programs, visit Active Net online registration https://apm.activecommunities.comHarkerHeightsPR or the Recreation Center (307 Miller’s Crossing). See page 9 for more details.

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FITNESS & RECREATION Swordplay

Ages 7+

Recreational Fencing Instructor: Coach Jo Tye

Mini - Melodies Choir Ages 6-7

Olympic style foil, epee and saber. Fencing teaches self-confidence, self-control, quick thinking, and good sportsmanship. Everyone from the beginner to advanced fencers will have fun learning new skills and techniques practices and used throughout history. All ages and physical condition will benefit from this historically based sport. No experience required. Equipment is provided. 2-3 class tournaments per year. Class motto: Respect, Honor, Tradition. Homeschool curriculum guide is available upon request.

Six weeks session with a final performance on Saturday, November 16, 2019. Children will learn the basics of singing in tune using unison songs, movement, and games.

Instructor: Jessica Barnum

Preregistration required as the class maximum is 16 participants per session. Oct 8 - Nov 12, 2019

Tu, 5:30pm-6:15pm

Activities Center $72

*Closed toe shoes and long pants required. Monthly

Th, 6pm-7pm

Rec Center

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Advance Traditional Belly Dancing Females Ages 20+

Instructor:Vicky Mitchell Preregistration required as the class minimum is 3 participants for the class to make. For more class information or general questions, email vmkhaliqa@gmail.com or call 254.699.9650. Monthly

Tu/Th, 7:15pm-8:30pm Rec Center

$60

Tai Chi for Fun & Fitness Ages 18+

Sweet Sounds Choir Ages 8-10

Instructor: Darla Prather

Instructor: Jessica Barnum

Tai Chi is an internal martial art that is practice for health benefits and self-defense. Preregistration is required as class maximum is 10 participants per session.

Six weeks session with a final performance on Saturday, November 16, 2019. Children will expand on the basics of singing to include learning to harmonize using songs in canon and round form.

*Wear loose and comfortable clothing, sneakers or flat sole shoes.

Preregistration required as the class maximum is 26 participants per session.

Morning Class Monthly Monthly (Senior 55+)

Th, 8:30am-9:30am Th, 8:30am-9:30am

Rec Center Rec Center

$16 $12

Evening Class Monthly Monthly (Senior 55+)

Mon, 6pm-7:30pm Mon, 6pm-7:30pm

Rec Center Rec Center

$20 $15

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Tu, 6:30pm-7:15pm

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(Held at the Harker Heights Activities Center, 400 Indian Trail; unless otherwise noted)

The Harker Heights Senior Recreation Program is designed for ages 50 & up. With a very active senior community we plan our programs, activities, and events with the purpose of giving older adults the opportunity to stay physically and mentally fit. There is no cost to join the program and it is open to residents and non-residents. The monthly trips and a few classes do have small fees. For additional information, visit the park’s website or call 254.953.5493.

STRETCH N’ GO

WEEKLY CLASSES Mondays 9:00am-1:30pm *Pickleball 9:30am-10:00am Stretch N’ Go 10:00am-11:00am Texercise 12:00pm-3:30pm Pinochle

Mondays,Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 am – 11:00 am This exercise class focuses on a higher level of activity, including walking a couple of miles each class. There is no running or jumping, just a lot of body movement. Wear good athletic shoes and be prepared to move. The group really moves!

Tuesdays 8:30am-10:00am *Line Dancing 9:30am-10:00am Stretch N’ Go 10:00am-11:00am Texercise 10:00am-11:00am *Beginner Line Dancing 11:00am-12:15pm Lifelong Learning 12:00pm-2:00pm Woodcarving Wednesdays 9:00am-1:00pm Scrabble 10:00am-12:00pm Watercolor 12:00pm-3:30pm Pinochle 1:00pm-4:00pm Bunco Thursdays 9:00am-1:30pm *Pickleball 9:30am-10:00am Stretch N’ Go 10:00am-11:00am Texercise 1:00pm-4:00pm Canasta Fridays 9:00am- 1:00pm 8:30am- 10:30am 1:00pm- 2:30pm

Scrabble *Line Dancing *Granny Basketball

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Mondays,Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30 am – 10:00 am Designed to exercise muscles and joints with seated exercise and balance work. No running, hopping or jumping! Wear good athletic shoes and appropriate workout clothing. Be prepared to have fun getting stretched.

TEXERCISE CLASSES

Wood carving takes many hours to finish a project, so patience is a requirement. If you are wanting to try out carving, show up and supplies will be lent to you. Already a carver? Then bring your own supplies and any safety equipment such as carving glove, thumb guard, or finger pad.

SCRABBLE TIME

Wednesdays & Fridays 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Expand your vocabulary in this intellectual word game. It is great for groups of 2 or 4.

WATERCOLOR PAINTING

Wednesdays, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Watercolor class is for beginners & up. We practice the basics of art, but most of all try to have fun and no one is a bad artist. $5.00/class. Instructor will provide PINOCHLE tools first couple of classes and then go Mondays & Wednesdays over what you will need to purchase if 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm Come join us for a relaxing day of playing you do not have your own supplies. cards in a no stress zone. All levels of pinochle players welcome. We will teach BUNCO Wednesdays, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm you how to play if you want. You do not need to know how to play, we will teach you. Just show up and take LIFELONG LEARNING a seat. Players bring snacks to share. STUDIES Tuesdays, 11:00 am – 12:15 pm This class is an opportunity for you to learn what the current world is like. DVD courses from “The Teaching Company” are used and courses usually run for 6 12 sessions and last about an hour each week. Come in, find a seat and learn.

CREATIVE PAPER PROJECTS WITH DEBBIE MOORE

2nd and 3rd Thursdays of the month, 9:00 am – 11:00 am Come make greeting cards using rubber stamps & ink. Learn different techniques to make your projects that rival purchased cards. The first class is WOODCARVING free, but if you choose to join the cost is Tuesdays, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm This class is a great opportunity for every $5.00/class. Instructor provides all paper products and equipment. Feel free to skill level from novice to professional. bring your own supplies.

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SENIOR RECREATION performing them to music. It is excellent THURSDAY SPECIALS exercise and a great social activity. A new class begins every January. Wear smooth GALAXY OF GAMES soled shoes or dance shoes. Foot tubes 1st Thursdays, 11:00 am may be used over other shoes. Bring your favorite game with you. Someone might like to learn how to GRANNY BASKETBALL – play it or have fun playing it with you. THE OLD GLORIES CANASTA We have a wide range of games available. Fridays, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Thursdays, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm You name it and we probably have it A concentration game of cards. Show up Recreation Center, 307 Miller’s Crossing available. This league uses the ladies basketball and have a seat. Players bring snacks to rules of the 1920’s. No experience share. Come join the fun! LUNCH AND A MOVIE needed. Show up for a game and see if 2nd Thursdays, 11:00 am you are ready to join the team. PICKLEBALL This potluck lunch features the showing Mondays, 9:00 am – 1:30 pm Thursdays, 9:00am – 1:30 pm

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Recreation Center, 307 Miller’s Crossing

Pickleball is a fun tennis-style paddle game that is enjoyable for all ages. Watch a while or jump right in and play. Beginner to experienced players are welcome to join right in. Bring nonmarking tennis shoes and comfortable clothes.

ANCESTRY RESEARCH

2nd Monday, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Activities Center, 400 Indian Trail Are your relatives and friends tired of hearing your stories about your “Crazy Great-Aunt Suzy” or any of your other colorful relatives? Are you yearning to find your ancestors and don’t know GOTTA DANCE where to start? Please come and join us. LINE DANCING We will share all the tools, methods and Tuesdays, 8:30 am – 10:00 am resources we are already familiar with Fridays, 8:30 am – 10:30 am Recreation Center, 307 Miller’s Crossing to help you in your quest. Desire a bigger challenge than beginner level line dancing? Join the Gotta Dance LADIES NIGHT OUT Line Dancers to learn intermediate 2nd Tuesday of the Month, 4:30 pm dances. Once a month Friday night New restaurant each month. dance is held either in Harker Heights Ladies Night Out is designed for the or Austin area. Line dancers must have lady who needs to get away, try new gone through a beginner class first. If restaurants and meet new friends. We class has already started, join in and you will be meeting the 2nd Tuesday of each will be welcomed at a break. month at a new restaurant. Make sure BEGINNER LINE DANCING to sign up in the Green Book at the Activities Center, so we can call ahead Tuesdays, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Recreation Center, 307 Miller’s Crossing and make reservations. We will meet at the restaurant at 4:30pm. Don’t Join in the fun of line dancing.You will forget to invite your lady friends. be introduced to the basic steps that are used in line dance and experience

of a movie that generally lasts around two hours. Everyone in the group brings food to share (to serve 6 or so), items to go with the main dish which is provided. Come in, find a seat, and make yourself comfortable.

SING FOR FUN

3rd Thursdays, 11:00 am This is an opportunity to join in singing with a group of other seniors who remember many songs from the past. We sing them in the car when we hear them on the radio. We sing them in the exercise class as we work out.You get the idea! We have a different variety of songs each month.

BINGO

3rd Thursdays, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Come join a game of Bingo. $0.25 to get in and play. Prizes are awarded after each Bingo.

ARMCHAIR TRAVELERS

4th Thursdays, 11:00 am Armchair Travelers gives seniors a chance to “visit” other cities in the United States and overseas without leaving the comfort of their seat. DVDs are used to learn about the world we live in.

DAYTRIPS

Make new friends while visiting a new location every other month. We visit historic sites, museums, tourist destinations, and more. Prices vary per trip. Seats fill up fast, so sign up early. 2 5 4 . 9 5 3 . 5 6 5 7 • H A R K E R H E I G H T S PA R K S & R E C R E AT I O N

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Mon. - Thurs. 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Fri. & Sat. - 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday & Holidays CLOSED Check out the Library’s website at www.ci.harker-heights.tx.us/library for a complete list of activities and programs. All programs are free of charge unless a fee is specifically mentioned. STEWART C. MEYER HARKER HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY 400 INDIAN TRAIL, HARKER HEIGHTS, TX 76548 OFFICE (254) 953-5491 WWW.CI.HARKER-HEIGHTS.TX.US/VIRTUALLIBRARY

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MOVE IT, GROOVE IT, SHAKE IT

Mondays at 9:00 am OR 10:00 am, November 2019 12 months – 36 months Get moving with Miss Destinee and Miss Amanda! Toddlers and preschool children will love getting their wiggles out with a variety of physical movement and motor skill programs.

BABY STEPS LAPSIT

Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m. 0 – 12 months only Babies and parents/caregivers learn the earliest of literacy skills in this lap-style mommy and me program! From nursery rhymes to songs to creative movement, babies will love this special time with their caregivers! Once your baby is 24 | H E I G H T S H A P P E N I N G S

walking, you’ll move up to our 10:00 am session to get ready for Toddler Time and Storytime!

ONE YEAR WONDERS

Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. 12 months – 18 months only One-year-olds and their parents/ caregivers will have a blast in this NEW program for Fall 2019! Toddlers will build on the concepts learned in Baby Steps Lapsit and begin to work on Storytime concepts like sitting, book sharing, creative movement, and more!

STORYTIME

Wednesdays &Thursdays at 10:00 am 3 – 6 years Preschoolers and their parents and caregivers learn valuable literacy and life skills! Enjoy stories, music, nursery rhymes, creative movement, and more!

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Thursdays at 9:00 am 0 – 3 years This special storytime for babies and toddlers involves a variety of stories, songs, dance, puppets, and fingerplays!! Children learn valuable skills like sitting, taking turns, transitioning to new activities, and more! PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN

HOMESCHOOL CLUB

Wednesdays at 11:00 am 6 – 10 years only Calling all homeschoolers! Join us each week for a fun, educational program for your homeschool children! This dabbler program consists of different programs each week. Past programs have included science, social studies, creative expression activities, and more!

POKÉMON AND YU-GI-OH MINI BATTLES

Every Saturday from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Whether you are interested in the video games, trading cards, movies, or books – we have just the thing for you! The library is hosting Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh Mini Battles for ages 8-17. ***Children under the age of 11 must be accompanied by an adult.***

PAPER CRAFTS CLUB

Every 2nd Saturday at 11:00 am (All ages welcome) From scrapbooking pages to greeting cards, enjoy creating beautiful paper creations! SPECIAL EVENTS:

SCIENCE CLUB

Wednesdays at 4:30 pm September - December 5 – 12 years, younger siblings are welcome with parental assistance. Explore the world of science with us! Activities and experiments reflect many different branches of science including physics, biology, chemistry, and math!

FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTY

EARLY LITERACY MORNING

Wednesday, November 20, 2019 from 9:00 am – 11:00 am Preschool children, parents, and caregivers join us for a morning celebrating Early Literacy!

FAMILY LITERACY NIGHT

Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 6:00 pm Bring the whole family for a night celebrating reading! Enjoy a family storytime, activities, and book giveaway, sponsored by the Friends of the Harker Heights Public Library!

HOGWARTS YULE BALL

Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 6:30 pm Get ready for the holiday break during our Hogwarts Yule Ball! Dress in your best robes, get sorted into your House, enjoy dancing, magical crafts, meet famous witches and wizards, and more!

Saturday, October 19, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. Join us for a non-spooky Halloween party for the whole family!

FAMILY NIGHT

Thursdays at 6:00 pm (All ages welcome) Join Miss Amanda on Thursday nights for fun programs for the whole family! From Reading Rovers to STEAM nights to special guests, the whole family will have a blast! 2 5 4 . 9 5 3 . 5 6 5 7 • H A R K E R H E I G H T S PA R K S & R E C R E AT I O N

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Tuesday, October 29, 2019 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Enjoy a scary movie in the teen section to get ready for Halloween!

NANOWRIMO

Opening Party – Wednesday, Oct. 30th at 6 - 7:30 pm NaNoWriMo Meetings – Every Wednesday in November at 6-7:30 pm Write-Ins – Friday, Nov. 8 & Friday, Nov. 22 at 6-7:30 pm Closing Party – Wednesday, December 4 at 6-7:30 pm Have you ever considered writing a novel? The time is now! November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) and we are here to provide support and snacks. Join us on Wednesdays during the month of November, as well as our opening and closing parties for fun, food, and writing! 26 | H E I G H T S H A P P E N I N G S

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TEEN HOLIDAY PARTY

Friday, December 20, 2019 at 2:00 pm Start the Holidays off right with a Holiday-themed movie, snacks, and fun!

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Friday, October 25, 2019 4:00 pm-6:00 pm Saturday, October 26, 2019 8:00 am-2:00 pm Here is your chance to get books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, and more at low prices! Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Library of Harker Heights Public Library, who support library programming.

GET CRAFTY!

November 5 at 6:00 pm Take a break from your hectic day and make art with us! No experience or special skills required, just bring your sense of fun and creativity.

Closing Party – Wed., December 4 at 6-7:30 pm Have you ever considered writing a novel? The time is now! November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) and we are here to provide support and snacks. Join us on Wednesdays during the month of November, as well as our opening and closing parties for fun, food, and writing!

NEW YEAR, NEW YOU!

Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 10 am to 2 pm Start your new year off right at our annual Holistic Health Fair! This fair strives to help you with all of your health needs, physical, mental, and financial.

HORROR READING SOCIAL FIBER FRENZY FRIDAY Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at 6:30 Do you love reading horror stories? Join us for this spooky book discussion to talk about your favorite horror novels and get ideas for what spine-chilling book to read next.

First Friday of each month at 10:00 am Bring your fiber arts to the Library! Meet new people while you enjoy knitting, crocheting, and more. New crafters are always welcome!

MURDER MYSTERY LOVERS THE A-LIST CLUB Last Monday of each month COSPLAY PARTY Friday, October 18th, 2019 at 6 pm Someone’s been killed in the library! Help us solve a mystery in this fun and interactive Victorian Era murder mystery party.

NANOWRIMO

Opening Party – Wed., Oct. 30th at 6-7:30 pm NaNoWriMo Meetings – Every Wednesday in November at 6-7:30 pm Write-Ins – Friday, November 8 & Friday, Nov. 22 at 6-7:30 pm

at 6:00 pm This program is for older teens and adults with special needs. The main goal of this program is to make these patrons feel welcome in our Library and to provide them with a Library experience that meets their needs.

WRITER’S SUPPORT GROUP

Second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm Get writing ideas and tips for your own works. Discuss plot twists, cliffhangers, and more!

DISCUSSION CLUB

Third Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm Join us for a different book discussion each month.

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Harker Heights Halloween Hoopla 2019

NOVEMBER 2

Texas Arbor Day Celebration 2019

NOVEMBER 11

Veterans Ceremony 2019

DECEMBER 13

Frost Fest 2019

MARCH 7

Harker Heights Spring Outdoor Expo 2020

MARCH 7

Paws in the Park 2020