Spring and Summer 2023 Leander Play Program Guide

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PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT STAFF

ADMINISTRATION

406 Municipal Drive | 512-528-9909

Director

Mark Tummons mtummons@leandertx.gov

Assistant Director

Greg Olmer golmer@leandertx.gov

Administrative Assistant

Ashleigh Snyder asnyder@leandertx.gov

RECREATION

Parks and Recreation Manager

Leah Anderson landerson@leandertx.gov

Recreation Supervisor

Blake Reynolds breynolds@leandertx.gov

Athletic Program Coordinator

Cheryl Dickens cdickens@leandertx.gov

Special Event Coordinator

Mariel Guenther mguenther@leandertx.gov

Recreation/Aquatic Coordinator

Tyler Brown tbrown@leandertx.gov

Active Adult Program

Sarah Mylcraine smylcraine@leandertx.gov

PARK OPERATIONS

Parks Maintenance & Operations Supervisor

Tony Savage tsavage@leandertx.gov

Maintenance & Operation Crew Leads

Eduardo Rodriguez - Foreman

Pablo Martinez

David Forbes

Brian Gonzales

Ben Kilmain

CRYSTAL FALLS GOLF CLUB

3400 Crystal Falls Parkway | 512-259-5855

General Manager

Larry Werner lwerner@leandertx.gov

Golf Course Superintendent

Wayne Slaton wslaton@leandertx.gov

LEANDER PUBLIC LIBRARY

1011 South Bagdad Road | 512-259-5259

Director

Peggy Parrish pparrish@leandertx.gov

Circulation Supervisor

Thomas Maxwell tmaxwell@leandertx.gov

Public Services Librarian

Clara Snyder csnyder@leandertx.gov

Children's Librarian

Kirsten Hovey khovey@leandertx.gov

Youth Librarian

Carey Kipp ckipp@leandertxgov

Techincal Services Librarian

Kristen Gerlinger kgerlinger@leandertx.gov

OUR VISION We will create a dynamic community revolving around parks, recreation and public spaces.

OUR MISSION We will enhance and enrich the lives of all Leander citizens by providing access to superior park and public spaces and creating quality recreation, sports and leisure opportunties.

PROGRAM & EVENT POLICIES

CANCELLATIONS Help us have successful programs by registering early. All programs must have a minimum number of participants in order to be conducted. If a program does not meet this minimum, the class may be cancelled. Department cancellations will receive a full refund.

WAITLISTS If registering for a class or league that is full, your name can be placed on a waiting list. This does not guarantee a spot, but individuals will be contacted if an opening becomes available.

PHOTO RELEASE

The Leander Parks and Recreation Department and Leander Public Library routinely take photos and videos of participants in recreation activities, programs and special events. These photos and/or videos may be used for promotional purposes. Be aware that by participating, you are granting the City of Leander the right to use and publish your image or your minor child's image.

DIRECTOR'S MESSAGE

I continue to be excited about the future of Leander Parks and Recreation and the parks and services we provide to the residents of this wonderful and growing city.

To serve alongside a wonderful team who dedicates themselves daily to making parks and programs the very best in Texas is such an honor. The P&R team along with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, the Leander Public Art and Culture Commission, and the Active Adult Advisory Board have been incredibly active in recent months positioning the Department and the City for not only 2023, but the future as well.

We’re exploring new and expanded programming opportunities with “quality” being the key phrase and everything we have a hand in is to be healthy, fruitful and strong - the “wow” factor if you will. We also continue to evaluate our community recreational facilities and reaching out to partners

for creative collaboration. Whether this is a smaller project like adding murals to parks and enhancing current programs, to larger projects such as upgrading current facilities or creating new parks and facilities, we desire for all to have a positive impact on our community.

As we work together, we discover we have value. This value is not founded solely on what we contribute but it is far more core than that. It is founded on what we can do together to achieve the goals before us. Our staff is committed to the three “C’s” of a healthy team: Communication; Cooperation; and Consensus.

Let’s all make 2023 (and beyond) the best that Leander can be!

REGISTER ONLINE

for Parks, Recreation & Library Programs

The City of Leander is committed to providing a high quality of life for our residents which includes the many events, programs and facility rentals offered by Leander Parks and Recreation and the Leander Public Library. In order to offer a new convenience to our residents, we would like to introduce CivicRec. This software gives you the ability to view, register and reserve Leander Parks and Recreation and Leander Public Library activities, events, facilities and manage your account all in one place. Payments for programs and rentals can also be made from CivicRec.

Once you create an account and sign in, be sure to click on “Account” to verify your address and cotact information. Click on “Catalog” to view recreation programs, specials events, library programs, pavilion rentals and more.

Go to leandertx.gov/fun to join in on all of the fun!

MARK TUMMONS

Leander Parks and Recreation Director

YOUR HILL COUNTRY GOLFING DESTINATION IS CLOSER THAN YOU THINK.

Crystal Falls Golf Club, located in Central Texas, hosts an impressive 18-hole golf course that tests golfers of all ages and skill levels. Near the Capitol City of Austin, our well-maintained golf course is a testament to the beauty of the surrounding Texas landscape.

LEANDER CITY COUNCIL

Leander City Council meets on the first and third Thursday of each month at the Pat Bryson Municipal Hall located at 201 N. Brushy Street. Please visit leandertx.gov/calendar for agenda.

City Council Members:

Christine DeLisle, Mayor

Kathryn Pantalion-Parker, Place 1

Esme Mattke-Longoria, Place 2

David McDonald, Place 3

Na'Cole Thompson, Mayor Pro Tem

Chris Czernek, Place 5

Becki Ross, Place 6

LEADERSHIP, BOARDS

PUBLIC ARTS & CULTURE COMMISSION

The Leander Public Arts & Culture Commission (LPAC) encourages, conducts and sponsors public and nonprofit programs that further the development and interest in fine and performing arts in Leander. The commission meets at 6 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month at the Leander Activity Center.

Members:

Lisa Haynes, Chair

Jessica Alonzo

Naruby Bollom

Keysha Bradford

Michael Herrera

Steve Kuwitzky

Sammy Panzarino

George Quest

Staphanie Rand

ACTIVE ADULT ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Active Adult Advisory Committee is an ad hoc group that provides input for the development of a senior activity center. The commitee meets bi-monthly at 3:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month, at the Leander Activity Center.

Members:

Kathy Bonardi, Chair

Jeff Anderson

Terry Ann Bodwin

Carol Elsasser

Carol Hubbard

Kirsten Lynch

Tricia Sanders

Chris Schwendenmann

Nancy Shnider

Linda Smith

PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board exists to advise and make recommendations to the City Council concerning policy matters related to the establishment and operation of Leander's parks and recreation programs. The Board meets bi-monthly at 5:30pm the second Tuesday of the month at the Leander Activity Center.

Members:

Steve Hanes, Chair

Stephen Cook

Paul Delafuente

Jordan John

Carlos St. James

MARCH

MASON HERITAGE DAYS – ADULT NIGHT

Leander Parks and Recreation invites the 18+ crowd to the Mason Homestead Friday evening for food, games, and historical house tours! Schedule of Events: 7:30pm Leander Trivia Round 1, 8 pm Historical House Tour, 8:30pm Leander Trivia Round 2

Date: March 24

Location: Mason Homestead

Time: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm Ages: 18+

Fee: Free

MASON HERITAGE DAYS

Take a step back in time at Leander’s Mason Homestead! Join the Parks and Recreation Department along with the Leander Historical Preservation Commission for this free community event for all ages. Enjoy food and fun while learning about the fascinating history of the region. Bring the whole family for pioneer demonstrations of roping, branding, candle making, planting, and more!

Date: March 25

Time: 10 am – 2 pm

Fee: Free

APRIL EGGSTRAVAGANZA

Location: Mason Homestead

Ages: All Ages

FAMILY CAMPOUT

Enjoy a night under the stars at Lakewood Park! Friday night includes fun yard games, hotdog cookout, s’mores, and a movie on the big screen. After setting up your tents and camping out, wake up in the morning to a hot breakfast!

Date: April 14 - 15

Time: 5 - 10 pm

Fee: $25

MAY KITE FESTIVAL

Location: Lakewood Park

Ages: All Ages

Kick off the summer with our annual Kite Festival at Devine Lake Park. This is a free community event for all ages. Activities include kite events, food and craft vendors, and lots of high-flying fun! Bring your own kite or bring the\family to watch other kites soar.

Date: May 6 Location: Devine Lake Park

Time: 11 am – 4 pm

Fee: FREE

JUNE ITTY BITTY BEACH PARTY

Ages: All Ages

Join us at Benbrook Ranch Park as we disperse 30,000 eggs across FIVE separate egg hunts! In a flash, candy and toy eggs are scooped up by participants and disappear from the field in which our favorite Bunny laid them. For more information on specific hunt times visit our website or Facebook event page.

Date: April 2 Location: Benbrook Ranch Park

Time: NOON – 2:30 pm Ages: 18 and under

Bring the little ones out for a day of fun in the sun at this Hawaiian themed luau! This event caters to our smaller swimmers (ages12 and under) and allows them to play without the worry of too many big kid! Popsicles and other treats make the day even more exciting!

Date: July 8 Location: Robin Bledsoe Pool

Time: 9:– 11 am

Ages: All Ages

Fee: $2 Per Child 12 and Under; $3 Per Adult 12 and Older

LEANDER

libERty FEST

MONDAY, JULY 3 6 PM . LAKEWOOD PARK

Celebrate Independence Day with Liberty Fest at Lakewood Park! Leander's largest annual event includes live music, food, children's activities, and a spectacular fireworks display Admission is free for all ages.

In collaboration with the Leander Public Arts and Culture Commission, the City of Leander commemorates Juneteenth with a block party at Robin Bledsoe Park. This free, family-friendly event is jam-packed with musical performances, food vendors, and carnival attractions.

ENRICHMENT

LIL RATTLERS

A fun and low pressure way to introduce children to soccer using group games and individual activities! The LAC is an indoor facility. Players should dress for light physical activity. The coach will provide soccer balls and equipment. Shinguards will not be necessary. The fee includes a jersey, coaching fees and facility rental.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 3 - 5 Fee: $130 Per Session

Session Dates:

March 8 - April 12 W 4:30 - 5:15pm

May 3 - June 7 W 4:30 - 5:15pm

KINDERGYM

This class is a beginning tumbling class for children ages 3-5. We work on basic tumbling skills on and across the mat, individual skills (forward rolls, cartwheels, handstands) and balance beam skills. No specific attire is needed but needs to be appropriate to tumble in. Parents are not permitted in the room during the class.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 3 - 5 Fee: $59 Per Session

Session Dates:

March 6 - April 14

F 9 - 9:30 am

April 18 - May 19 F 9 - 9:30 am

*No class during Spring Break.

KINDERTOTS

Kindertots is an intro to dance class that is creative movement based. We work on beginning dance skills, motor skill development, physical development, coordination, rhythm, balance and how to take class. No special attire is needed. One parent or caregiver per child is permitted to be in the room during class.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 2 - 3 Fee: $59 Per Session

Session Dates:

February 24 - April 14 F 9:35 - 10:05 am

April 21 - May 26 F 9:35 - 10:05 am

*No class during Spring Break.

KINDERDANCE BALLET - LEVEL 1

This is an introductory ballet class for children ages 3-5. We will start at the beginning of ballet technique and add on each month. Students will learn skills center floor, across floor and within the context of dances throughout the year. Dancers will need to dress in a leotard and tights and have ballet shoes. Parents are not permitted in the room during the class.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 3 - 5 Fee: $59 Per Session

Session Dates:

February 24 - April 14 F 10:10 - 10:40 am

April 21 - May 26 F 10:10 - 10:40 am

*No class during Spring Break.

KINDERDANCE BALLET - LEVEL 1

This is an introductory ballet class for children ages 5-8. We will start at the beginning of ballet technique and add on each month. Students will learn skills center floor, across floor and within the context of dances throughout the year. Dancers will need to dress in a leotard and tights and have ballet shoes. Parents are not permitted in the room during the class.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 5 - 8 Fee: $59 Per Session

Session Dates:

February 21 - April 11 Tues 4:15 - 4:45 pm

April 18 - May 23 Tues 4:15 - 4:45 pm

*No class during Spring Break.

KINDERDANCE BALLET - LEVEL 2

This class picks up right where Level 1 left off and requires that the dancer has knowledge and has mastered Level 1 ballet skills. We add onto ballet technique each month. Students will learn skills center floor, across floor and within the context of dances throughout the year. Dancer's will need to dress in a leotard and tights and have ballet shoes. Parents are not permitted in the room during the class.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 5 - 8 Fee: $59 Per Session

Session Dates:

February 21 - April 11 Tues 4:50 - 5:20 pm

April 18 - May 23 Tues 5:50 - 5:20 pm

*No class during Spring Break.

KINDERMOTION - JAZZ/HIP HOP CLASS

If ballet isn't your jam, come and try our hip hop/jazz class! We work on the basic techniques of hip hop and jazz in an age appropriate/music appropriate atmosphere. Techniques are built upon one another each month. Dancers will need jazz shoes for jazz and tennis shoes for hip hop. Parents are not permitted in the room during the class.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 5 - 8 Fee: $59 Per Session

Session Dates:

Session Dates:

February 21 - April 11 Tues 5:25 - 5:55 pm

April 18 - May 23 Tues 5:25 - 5:55 pm

*No class during Spring Break.

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PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES CAMP

Participants dive into a massive collection of LEGO parts to build and create elaborate objects, structures, and vehicles. Each session is themed to keep the fun and creativity flowing.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: AM Session: 5 - 11 PM Session: 8-11

Fee: $195 Per Session Per Week

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KINDERDANCE CAMP

Campers come together for guided dance, tumbling, story time, and crafts from a knowledgeable and experienced instructor.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 3 - 7

CAMP CURIOSITY

Each day at camp brings an immersive, hands-on approach to art and science. Art projects include drawing, painting, print making, and sculpture while science projects allow participants to learn about the world around them. Campers should wear clothes to paint in and bring a sack lunch and water bottle each day.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 7 - 12 Fee: $350 Per Session

Session Dates:

June 12 – 16 M-F 9 am - 5 pm

June 19 – 23 M-F 9 am - 5 pm

June 26 – 30 M-F 9 am - 5 pm

July 10 – 14 M-F 9 am - 5 pm

July 17 – 21 M-F 9 am - 5 pm

July 24 – 28 M-F 9 am - 5 pm

AMAZING ATHLETES SUMMER CAMP

At Amazing Athletes, we empower children by using sports as a catalyst to engage their inner strengths and abilities so they can confidently pursue an active lifestyle through each stage of development.

Location: Mason Homestead

Ages: 4 - 6 Fee: $140 Per Week

Session Dates:

June 12 - 15 M-TH 9 - 11am

July 10 - 13 M-TH 9 - 11 am

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STICKY FINGERS COOKING CAMP

Aspiring bakers who love to get their hands sticky in the kitchen will love this camp! Learn the basics of scratch baking from pies and scones to calzones. Young chefs will love creating sweet AND savory baked goods in this tasty and imaginative camp!

Location: Leander Activity Center Ages: 6 - 12 Fee: $285 Per Session

NERDY COOKS

Nerdy Cooks is a food science program whose mission is to foster a safe space for children to create and explore with hands-on projects while playing with their food! Children will engage in interactive experiments and activities, develop their curiosity by thinking outside the box, and ignite their passion for discovery and creativity in our test kitchen.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 11-14 Fee: $315 Per Week

Session Dates:

June 5 - 9 M-F 1 - 4 pm

June 12 - 16 M-F

June 19 - 23

June 26 - 30

July 10 - 14

1 - 4 pm

July 17 - 21 M-F 1 - 4 pm

July 24 - 28 M-F 9 am - NOON

July 31 - August 4 M-F 9 am - NOON

August 7 - 11 M-F 9 am - NOON

Location: Leander Activity Center Ages: 4 - 14 Fee: $260 Half Day, $375 Full Day Per Session, Per Week

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Snapology of Leander is a kids enrichment program that focuses on science, technology, engineering, art, math, and literacy concepts. Instructors use a mix of techniques and tools to best fit the student and curriculum.

DIvE iN mOvi ES

Come out and enjoy watching a movie all while hanging out on deck or floating in the Bledsoe Pool!

Gates will open at 7:30pm and close after the movie has finished. Movies begin at dusk.

Location: Robin Bledsoe Pool Ages: All ages

May 19 F 7:30 pm

PAi Nt NIGHtS

The program allows attendees of any skill level to recreate beautiful paintings by following guided, step-by-step instructions from our professional artist. This is a great way to connect with others and enjoy monthly themed paintings.

ADULT ONLY PAINT NIGHTS

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 18+ Fee: $50 Per Session

Session Dates:

Second Thursday of each month 6:30-8:30 pm

*No class in March

FAMILY PAINT NIGHTS

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 18+ Fee: $30 Per Session

Session Dates:

Second Tuesday of each month 6:30-8:30 pm

PARkS & REcREAtION moNTh

Come help us celebrate with these free activities.

July 1 – Yoga at the Leander Activity Center 10 - 11am

July 7 – Teen Night at Robin Bledsoe Pool Time: 7:30 - 9:30 pm

July 8 – Itty Bitty Beach Party Time: 9 -11 am

July 14 – Dive in Movie at Robin Bledsoe Pool Time: 7:30 - 10 pm

July 14 F 7:30 pm

LILo & STITCH

August 11 F 7:30 pm

July 17 – Popsicle Day at Lakewood Park

Time: Noon

July 21 – Hawaiian Poolside Concert at Robin Bledsoe Park Time: 7 - 9 pm

July 24 – Hot Fudge Sundays at Lakewood Park

Time: Noon

July 29 –Zumba at the Leander Activity Center

Time: 10 - 11 am

GROUP SWIM LESSONS

Premier Recreation is proud to partner with the City of Leander to offer Starfish Aquatics Swim Lessons at the Robin Bledsoe Pool. Premier Recreation is an independent authorized provider of Starfish Swimming. Starfish Swimming is a nationally recognized swim instruction curriculum developed by the Starfish Aquatics Institute (SAI). Benchmarks are established at every stage in the program that combine both swimming and safety skills. Students participate in experiential learning activities that allow them to explore the water in a creative and comfortable environment. Correct swimming techniques are taught from the very beginning, providing an easy transition to swim team. Our swim instructors will communicate your child’s progression through the curriculum on a regular basis.

Location: Robin Beldsoe Pool

Ages: 3+ Fee: $75 Per Session

Session Dates:

June 5 – 15 M-Th; 8 - 30 minute lessons

June 19 – 29 M-Th; 8 - 30 minute lessons

July 10 – 20 M-Th; 8 - 30 minute lessons

July 24 – Aug 3 M-Th; 8 - 30 minute lessons

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AQUATICS

If student is afraid of water, can’t swim at all, will not put face in water.

If student can’t swim without support, but loves the water, will get face wet, and will jump in with assistance.

If student is not afraid of water, can float on front and back, can jump in and return to surface unassisted.

If student can swim under water or on surface and can take an occasional breath.

If student can tread water for at least 15 seconds and can swim freestyle with rotary breathing.

Stroke School

If student has achieved the Green Star Fish Award and needs to learn or refine backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.

ROBIN BLEDSOE POOL

The Robin Bledsoe Pool will open for the 2023 summer season beginning on Saturday, May 27, through Sunday, August 13. After that, we will be open only on weekends through Labor Day.

Open Swim Hours:

Tuesday - Thursday: NOON - 6 pm

Friday - Sunday: NOON - 7 pm

Daily Rates: $3 per adult

$2 per adult (ages 55+ or military veteran)

$2 per child (ages 1 - 17)

FREE per infant(ages 0-12 months)

Season Pool Passes: Pool Passes can be purchased at the Robin Bledsoe Pool during normal public swim hours.

$60 per Individual Season Pass

$100 per Couple Season Pass

$150 per Family Season Pass (up to 8 people within the same household)

ATHLETICS

YOUTH BASEBALL & SOFTBALL LEAGUES

Leander Youth Baseball & Softball Alliance offers baseball for ages 3-14 and softball for ages 5-12. Our baseball league is independent and follows Centex rules. Girls Softball is chartered by Pony.

Registration: June 5, 2023 - July 16, 2023

Skills Assessment: July 27 - 30, 2023

Game Locations: Benbrook Ranch Park Athletic Fields

YOUTH BASEBALL

YOUTH BASEBALL CAMP

Led by Leander High School Varsity coach, this camp will focus on general baseball defensive skills and drills. Campers will learn throwing mechanics, ground balls, and fly balls.

Location: Benbrook Ranch Park

Ages: 7 - 12 Fee: $55 Per Week

Session Dates:

June 12 – 14 9 – 10 am, 10:15 – 11:15 am, 11:30 – 12:30 pm

June 19 – 21 9 – 10 am, 10:15 – 11:15 am, 11:30 – 12:30 pm

YOUTH SOFTBALL CAMP

Led by Leander High School Varsity coach, this camp will focus on general baseball defensive skills and drills. Campers will learn throwing mechanics, ground balls, and fly balls.

Location: Benbrook Ranch Park

Ages: 6 - 11 Fee: $55

Session Dates:

July 10 – 12 6 – 7 pm, 7 – 8 pm

August 1 – 3 6 – 7 pm, 7 – 8 pm

YOUTH SOCCER CAMP

Camp is led by FC Leander staff, learn soccer from one of Brazil’s favorite coaches and receive a camp shirt as you won’t want to miss fun with your friends at Bledsoe Park.

Location: Robin Bledsoe Park

Ages: 6-12 years old

Fee: $125

Session Dates:

June 5 - 9 8 - NOON

YOUTH SOFTBALL

July 31-August 4 8 - NOON

ATHLETICS

ADULT COED KICKBALL LEAGUE

Stay active with our kickball league 10 v 10 (5 girls/5 guys). League play is governed by TAAF and local league rules. Games are hosted at Robin Bledsoe Park on our multipurpose turf field Friday nights through each season. Teams can expect to play an 8-game season. Individual players can apply at leandertx.gov/parksrec to get put on a pickup player list. Teams can register for our current season by following this link.

Location: Serna Athletic Fields at Bledsoe Park

Ages: 18+ Fee: $275 per team

Session Dates: Fridays 6 -10 pm

March 3 - May 12 F 6 - 10 pm

May 26 - July 28 F 6 - 10 pm

Aug 11 - Oct 13 F 6 - 10 pm

ADULT MEN’S FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE

Adult Men’s Flag Football League 8 v 8 hosts games at Bledsoe Park on our multipurpose turf complex every Monday night through the season. This is a great way to stay active through friendly competition. Teams can expect an 8-game season.

Location: Serna Athletic Fields at Bledsoe Park

Ages: 18+ Fee: $400 per team

Session Dates: Mondays

Feb 27 - May 8 M 6 -10 pm

May 22 - Aug 7 M 6 -10 pm

Aug 21 - Nov 6 M 6 -10 pm

TOURNAMENTS

ADULT MEN'S FLAG FOOTBALL TOURNAMENTS

Leander Parks and Recreation will host tournaments for Adult Men’s Flag Football 8 v 8. Sign your team up, have fun with your friends and enjoy the competition.

Dates: May 13 & July 8

Ages: 18+

Location: Serna Athletic Fields at Bledsoe Park

Fee: $185 per team

ADULT KICKBALL TOURNAMENTS

Date: May 20 & July 28

Ages: 18+

Location: Serna Athletic Fields at Bledsoe Park

Fee: $200 per team

BARRE CLASSES

Barre is a toning, body-weight-lifting workout. It engages muscles you wouldn’t normally target such as those deep inside your body that squats, lunges and sit-ups cannot reach. With high-reps and low-impact movements, barre challenges anyone looking to fine-tune their muscles – no ballet experience required.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 16+

Fee: $7 per class

Day: Mondays/Wednesdays Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm

ZUMBA

A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class. For all levels!

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 16+ Fee: $7 per class

Day: Monday/Wednesday Time: 7 - 8 pm

YOGA

An all-levels flow yoga class with focus on connecting breath and movement. You can expect a gentle warmup, a pleasantly active sequence that will improve your overall strength, flexibility, and mobility, and a calming cool-down to help you relax into the evening.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 16+ Fee: $7 per class

Day: Tuesdays/Thursdays Time: 6 - 7 pm

Location: Lakewood Park

Ages: 16+ Fee: $65 per class

Day: Saturday Time: 8 - 9:30 am

STOLLER STRIDES

Stroller strides is a 60-minute, total-body workout that incorporates cardio, strength, and core training, all while engaging and entertaining the little ones in a stroller!

Location: Lakewood Park

Ages: 18+

Fee: $20 per class

Day: Monday/Wednesday Time: 10 - 11 am

STRIDES 360

Increase your endurance and speed to sprint through mom life with Strides 360! Come play with your mom friends, with or without the stroller, during this 60-minute heart-pumping workout that will energize you for the rest of your day!

Location: Lakewood Park

Ages: 18+

Fee: $20 per class

Day: Friday Time: 10 - 11 am

Fit 4 babY

Fit 4 Baby is a workout program designed specifically for moms-to-be. It includes cardio, strength training, balance, flexibility and core exercises to accommodate all trimesters of pregnancy. This 6-week program includes community-based workouts, weekly challenages, a private group and weekly journal to document your fitness journey.

Location: Leander Activity Center

Ages: 18+

Fee: $239 per session

Day:M/W Time: 6 - 7 pm

ACTIVE ADULTS (55+)

LEANDER ACTIVE ADULT PROGRAM (55+)

The Active Adults Program by the Leander Parks and Recreation Department serves the 55+ community in Leander and surrounding areas with recreation and leisure activities, National Day celebrations, educational hobby talks, special events, and day trips all over Texas. All programs, trips and activities are subject to change.

MEMBERSHIP

Participants must become a member before attending any trips or activities. Membership is $25 per person, per year regardless of residency. Create an online account, become a member, and register for programs/trips/activities at www.leandertx.gov/fun under Active Adult Program (55+).

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DAY TRIP

We love spending quality time with our Active Adult community and taking them on fun and adventurous trips throughout Texas! Please note arrival and return times are subject to change. Day trips depart from the Leander Activity Center. Admission fees, meals, and other costs are paid for by the member unless otherwise noted.

MARCH

Pedernales Falls State Park

March 3 | 9 am - 3 pm

Bluebonnet Air Show

March 18 | 10 am - 5 pm

Rodeo Austin

March 24 | 3 - 10 pm

Round Top Antique Fair

March 31 | 9 am - 4 pm

APRIL

Llano River Chuck Wagon Cook-Off & Llano

Fiddle Fest

April 1 | 10 am - 5 pm

Austin Farm Sanctuary

April 14 | 9 am - 4 pm

MAY

Berry Springs Park and Preserve

May 3 | 9 am - 1 pm

Antique Rose Emporium & Chappell Hill

Lavender Farm

May 12 | 9 am - 4 pm

Reimers Ranch Park & Observatory

May 19 | 9 am - 4pm

Round Rock Honey

May 25 | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

JUNE

Texas Military Forces Museum & Mayfield

Park Nature Preserve

June 2 | 9:30 am – 2:30 pm

LBJ Presidential Library & Museum

June 9 | 9 am - 3 pm

Retama Park

June 30 | 2 pm - 10 pm

JULY

Texas State Capitol Tour

July 7 | 9 am - 4 pm

Warren Wildlife Gallery

July 14 | 10 am - 5 pm

Main Event

July 21 | 10 am - 4 pm

AUGUST

The Thinkery

August 11 | 9 am - 2 pm

Mayborn Science Theater

August 18 | 9 am - 2 pm

Georgetown Palace Theater – The Sound of Music

August 26 | 1 pm - 6 pm

LET'S CELEBRATE NATIONAL DAYS

Every day there is a national day to celebrate! Join the Active Adult community to celebrate fun, unusual, and unique National Days! Below is a list of National Days we will celebrate. Locations and more information for each event will be announced in the monthly calendar.

MARCH EVENTS

Pack Your Lunch Day

March 10

St. Patrick's Day

March 17

Goof Off Day

March 22

APRIL EVENTS

Walking Day

April 5

Bat Appreciation Day

April 17

Pretzel Day

April 26

MAY EVENTS

Garden Meditation Day

May 3

BBQ Day Potluck

May 16

Scavenger Hunt Day

May 24

JUNE EVENTS

Nature Photography Day

June 18

Bomb Pop Day

June 29

JULY EVENTS

Cheer Up the Lonely Day

July 11

Hot Dog Day Potluck

July 19

Wine & Cheese Day

July 25

AUGUST EVENTS

Leathercraft Day

August 15

Red Wine Day

August 28

ACTIVE ADULTS (55+)

Happy Hours

Interact and bond with other members on our Happy Hour trips to local bars, distilleries and wineries! Transportation from the Leander Activity Center is provided. Details for each event will be announced in the monthlyactivity descriptions.

March 9

Whitestone Brewery (Cedar Park)

April 13

Fieldhouse at the Crossover (Cedar Park)

May 11

Flanigan’s Texas Distillery & Winery (Bertram)

June 8

Whiskey Cake (Round Rock)

July 13

The Good Lot (Cedar Park)

August 10

Thirsty Mule Winery & Schitz Creek Distillery (Liberty Hill)

RECURRING PROGRAMS

Conversational Coffee

8:30 - 9:30 am

Leander Activity Center

Aqua Aerobics

10 - 11 am

Robin Bledsoe Pool

Chair Yoga

10:30 - 11:30 am

Leander Activity Center

Conversational Coffee

8:30 - 9:30 am

Leander Activity Center

Strength Training

10:30 - 11:30 am

Leander Activity Center

Cr-afternoon

(2nd & 4th Thursday)

Leander Activity Center

Art w/Jennifer (1st & 3rd Wednesday)

1 - 3 pm

Leander Activity Center

Book Club (1st & 3rd Wednesday)

2 - 3:30 pm

Leander Activity Center

Canasta

(2nd & 4th Wednesday)

1 - 3 pm

Leander Activity Center

2- 4 pm

Leander Activity Center

Let's Create! Sewing (1st & 3rd Thursday)

1 - 3 pm

Leander Activity Center

WEEKLY YOUTH PROGRAMS

JANUARY - APRIL

ITSY BITSY STEAM CLUB

Kids naturally begin building STEAM skills just by exploring the world around them. The Itsy Bitsy STEAM Club is aimed at children ages 2-5 to build lifelong learning skills such as curiosity, problem solving, and persistence. *Dress for a mess.

Date: 1st & 3rd Tuesday

Time: 1:45 am

Fee: Free

Location: Leander Public Library

Ages: 2-5

LEGO FREEPLAY AT THE LIBRARY

Enjoy Legos at the Leander Library. Building with LEGOs inspires creativity and builds on children’s persistence and social skills. Join us to build, create, and imagine at your own pace. Legos will be setup for passive play in the Children’s Room.

Date: Mondays

Time: 10 am - 5:30 pm

Fee: Free

AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

SUMMER PROGRAMS JUNE - AUGUST

MAD SCIENCE OF AUSTIN SCIENCE SHOW

Join Mad Science for a fun, action-packed, and interactive show that will captivate the audience! They’ll have everyone oohing and ahhing as they watch over-the-top science demonstrations!

Date: June 14

Time: 11 am

Fee: Free

REPCO SNAKE SHOW

Location: Leander Public Library

Ages: 5-10

After-school rotating activities from January – April. Check the Leander Public Library monthly calendar to view the specific programs.

Date: Wednesdays Location: Leander Public Library

Time: 4 -5 pm

Fee: Free

Ages: 6-10

BOW WOW READING PROGRAM

Practice your reading skills by reading a book to a trained therapy dog in a quiet, relaxed setting. Reading aloud helps children become better readers by improving fluency and comprehension, among other important skills. Sessions will be 15 minutes long, and reservations will be required.

Date: Every Thursday Location: Leander Public Library

Time: 4 - 5:30 pm

Fee: Free

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TAILS & TALES STORYTIME

Ages: 5+

Join us for a unique storytime with our special guests from Leander Animal Services. Animal Services staff will read stories, sing songs and give participants a chance to pet and interact with animals.

Date: Last Wednesdays Location: Library Annex

Time: 10:30 am

Fee: Free

MS. KIRSTEN’S STORYTIME

Ages: 0-5

Enjoy interacting to stories, finger plays, rhymes, dancing, singing, and games with Ms. Kirsten.

Date:Tuesday and Thursday Location: Library Annex

Time: 10:45 am

Fee: Free

BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME

Ages: 2-5

A storytime geared towards infants and pre-walking toddlers to introduce stories, rhymes, tickles, and songs to babies.

Date: Fridays Location: Leander Public Library

Time: 10:30 am

Fee: Free

Ages: 0-18 months

Location: Leander Public Library

Ages: All Ages

REPCO will be bringing a variety of snakes from around the world for an interactive program, providing guests the opportunity for guests to touch, hold, and interact with the snakes. Learn about how snakes play an important role in the ecosystem, how venomous snakes are critical to nature and medicine, and what you can do to help snakes!

Date: June 17

Time: 10 & 11 am

Fee: Free

Location: Leander Public Library

Ages: All Ages

MS. MARIA, UNICORN STORYTELLER

Let's celebrate our differences and join together! Every child is special and unique. That's what Ms. Maria believes. However, we are all more alike than different. Through the magic of music and unicorns, Ms. Maria will invite her audiences to sing, dance, enjoy puppetry and explore their individuality through the big book, What I Like About Me. It's magical interaction and enchanting fun. It's all together now...with unicorns and Ms. Maria!

Date: June 21

Location: Leander Public Library

Time: 2 am Ages: All Ages

Fee: Free

SKY KINGS FALCONRY

Sky Kings’ demonstrations feature free-flying birds as well as a host of other amazing animals. They are highly informative and extremely exciting! Come by to get the chance to see otherwise unapproachable wildlife up close!

Date: July 1

Time: 10:30 am & NOON

Fee: Free

Location: Leander Public Library

Ages: All Ages

FANNIE’S FARM FRIENDS PETTING ZOO

Children and adults both will enjoy petting and holding the sweet, furry, and feathered farm friends, as well as learning fun facts about the critters! Get your fill of sweet snuggles at this event, and arrive early if you would like to get in line for a short pony ride!

Date: July 5

Time: 10 am - NOON

Fee: Free

Location: Leander Public Library

Ages: All Ages

TALEWISE: SAVING THE EARTH TOGETHER SCIENCE SHOW

In this action-packed story, two unlikely heroes work together to save their town (and the planet) from a super-polluting mastermind! Throughout the adventure, volunteers will help the performer conduct several exciting science experiments that bring this story to life! Together we’ll explore Newton’s Laws of Motion, air pressure, chemical reactions, and more!

Date: July 15

Time: 10 & 11 am

Fee: Free

Location: Leander Public Library

Ages: All Ages

LADY PAEN’S IMAGINARY DRAGON MINI MUSICAL & CREATING THEATRE WORKSHOP

A dragon is hatching! Sing along as PAEN recalls hatching a dragon egg. What a day! Can you imagine!? Catchy tunes, oversized props, and a puppet or two-- It grew so big, that dragon did, she didn't know what to do! After the show, stay for a theatre-making workshop. Hear how PAEN puts together her performances, and then--help make one of your own!

Date: July 19

Time: 10 am

Fee: Free

PRESENTATIONS

FAMILY ARCHIVING 101

Location: Leander Public Library

Ages: All Ages

JOHN O’BRYANT MAGIC SHOW

John O’Bryant’s high-energy, family-friendly magic shows will take you on a first-class trip filled with award-winning magic, illusion, visually funny props, hilarious comedy, mind reading, special effects, and audience interaction!

Prepare to be amazed!

Location: Leander Public Library Date: July 29

Time: 11 am & Noon

Fee: Free

Ages: All ages

ADULT PROGRAMS BOOK CLUBS

BOOKS AND BREWS

Every 3rd Saturday meet at the Humble Pint Brewing Co. to grab a beverage and discuss the staff chosen book of the month. There are two meeting times available to sign-up for, 2 pm and 4 pm. Spots are limited, sign-up early!

Location: Leander Public Library

Date: 3rd Saturday of the month

Ages: 21+

GRIM READERS

Time: 2-3 pm and 4-5 pm

Fee: Free

A book club for those with grim tastes. Chill your blood with books focused on true crime, dark fiction, and anything else that goes bump in the night! Every 1st Saturday meet at the Humble Pint Brewing Co. to grab a beverage and discuss the staff chosen book of the month. Spots are limited, sign-up early!

Location: Leander Public Library

Dates: 1st Saturday of the month

Time: 2-3 pm Ages: 21+

Fee: Free

LEANDER READERS

Leander Readers is an adult book club hosted by Leander Public Library on Goodreads. Each month we will read a book that chosen by staff members. Discussionwill take place only online through the club's Goodreads page.

Location: Online Ages: 18+

Fee: Free

COMMUNITY GROUPS

GAMING FOR GROWN-UPS

Connect with others through the joy of board games! Come to learn new games or bring some games to share and teach. Players of all skill levels are welcome!

Location: Leander Public Library

Date: Every Tuesday

Time: 7-10 pm Ages: 18+

Fee: Free

NOVEL NEEDLES

Join others who share an interest and passion for the creative fiber and textile arts. All skill levels are welcome to practice and share their crafts and projects. Fiber arts include, but are not limited to crochet, knitting, macrame, embroidery, weaving, spinning, cross stitch, tatting and sewing. This is an inclusive group where folks of all skills and experience levels can work on their fiber creations and build an excited and supportive community. Please bring a project to work on.

Location: Leander Public Library

Date: 1st & 3rd Saturdays Time: 10 am - Noon

Ages: 18+

Fee: Free

What do our possessions say about us? More specifically what do they say about our past, present and our future? Many families possess a “family archive”; documents, photographs, heirlooms, scrapbooks, recipes and a whole range of other items that “reveal insights” into past generations, and preserve family stories. Join Clara Snyder, Public Services Librarian and former archivist, to learn more about how to get started with selecting, organizing, and caring for your family archive and learn some valuable research tools along the way.

Dates: Thursday, May 4 Time: 6 - 7:30 pm

Ages: 18+

HISTORY TALKS

Fee: Free

Come to the Leander Public Library to hear local excerpts provide lively, thought-provoking talks on their specialty subject.

Location: Leander Public Library Dates: Select Thursdays

Time: 6 - 7:30 pm

Fee: Free

CLASSES

ADULT CRAFT CLASS

Ages: 18+

Join us for a fun craft on the first Thursday of each month from 6-7:30PM. Materials will be provided while supplies last. Each class will feature a unique craft or skill that you won’t want to miss!

Location: Leander Public Library

Date: 1st Thursdays

Ages: 18+

SCORE SMALL BUSINESS

Time:6 -7:30 pm

Fee: Free

We've partnered with SCORE to bring weekly virtual workshops to the entrepreneurs of Leander! Check out the schedule and sign up for any workshops which might benefit you or your small business. SCORE also has a massive online library for you to check out with endless advice from business experts.

Location: Online Ages: 18+

Fee: Free

SPeCial events

OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHTS

Bring the whole family, snacks and picnic blanket to enjoy classic family movies after sundown! Arrive early to grab a spot and enjoy a movie related activity. In the case of bad weather, movies may be moved indoors.

Dates and times:

March 17 at 8:15 pm

April 14 at 8:30 pm

Ages: All Ages

Fee: Free

PUZZLE SWAP

Movie: The Mitchell's vs the Machines

Movie: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

Tired of piecing together old puzzles? Swap them out for new ones at the Leander Public Library's Puzzle Swap. Exchange each puzzle you bring or another puzzle. Puzzles should be complete and in good condition.

Dates: March 9 and June 15

Time: 5:30-7 pm

Ages: All Ages

BENBROOK RANCH PARK

1100 Halsey Drive

Home of the Leander Youth Baseball and Softball Alliance, this park spans 46.5 acres and features four baseball fields, one softball field, four batting cages, pavilion, hike and bike trails, skate park, disc golf course and a playscape.

LEANDER PARKS

MASON HOMESTEAD

1101 South Bagdad Road

The Mason Homestead is an 1860s-era restored farm house in the heart of Leander. In 2005, the 3.5 acre Homestead was given to the City by Christine Mason. Prior to City ownership the property was designated as a Texas Century Farm. Perfect for meetings, weddings, family reunions and anniversary parties.

DEVINE LAKE PARK

1807 Waterfall Drive

This 45.5 acre park is truly a unique site, with hundreds of heritage-sized oak trees. This park offers a group pavilion, picnic areas, a playscape, walking trails and a lake for fishing, wildlife observation and non-motorized boating.

LAKEWOOD PARK

2040 Artesian Springs Crossing

Leander's newest park offers something for everyone. This 119 acre park offers amenities that include a large pavilion, splash pad, playground, dog park, fishing pier, lakeside pavilions, trails, skate park, basketball and volleyball courts, and kayak rentals.

MASON CREEK PARK

801 Eagles Way

This charming 1.8 acre neighborhood park is nestled in the Mason Creek North subdivision. Amenities include a playscape, trail, water fountain, and picnic tables for small gatherings.

NORTHCREEK RANCH PARK

1001 North Creek

This 2.15 acre neighborhood park is nestled in the North Creek subdivision. Amenities include a playscape, trail, water fountain, and picnic tables for family gatherings.

ROBIN BLEDSOE PARK

601 South Bagdad Road

This park has it all! Robin Bledsoe Park is a 16-acre park that offers lighted multipurpose synthetic turf fields, a playscape, swimming pool, splash pad, outdoor basketball court, amphitheater, and walking trail.

VETERANS PARK

1011 South Bagdad Road

Located west of Leander Public Library and the Mason Homestead on Bagdad Road. The 3.3 acre park features an amphitheater and honor wall in recognition of all U.S. military service members.

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Leander Parks and Recreation has a variety of facilities available for exclusive use by rental. You can now check pavilion availability and book rentals online - no phone call needed! leandertx.gov/rentals

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