McFUN Activity Guide Spring 2014

2 REGISTRATION MISSION STATEMENT The Department strives to: Improve the quality of life through the provision of well-balanced, high-quality recreation programs for the residents of McAllen to enjoy during their leisure time. Facilitate wholesome and constructive programs with a measurable value to the community. Provide attractive and well-maintained major parks and recreation facilities in each sector of the city. These facilities should be within a reasonable distance of every surrounding neighborhood and offer safe opportunities for athletic competition, facility gatherings, and other passive and active recreation activities. Promote environmental conservation, eco and cultural tourism and socially oriented special events.

WALK-IN REGISTRATION

Walk-in registration will be accepted on a first come, first served basis, pending space availability at the following locations:

NORTH McALLEN

Lark Community Center 2601 Lark Ave · 956-681-3340 Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

CENTRAL McALLEN

Las Palmas Community Center 1921 N. 25th Street · 956-681-3350 Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.* Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. *During regularly scheduled class sessions.

SOUTH McALLEN

Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Rd · 956-681-3360 Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

FORMS OF PAYMENT ACCEPTED: CASH, CHECK, VISA & MASTERCARD WALK IN REGISTRATION IS NOT ACCEPTED AT THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADMINISTRATION OFFICE LOCATED ON WARE RD. Registration is not accepted at program sites. Advance registration required. Participants may be asked for a proof of residency.

ONLINE REGISTRATION

Visit https://webtrac.mcallen.net to register online. You must create a username and password, as well as enter all pertinent household information before the website will allow you to register online. Online forms of payment include Visa and Mastercard. Please call the administration office at 956-6813333 if you need assistance.

RETURNED CHECK POLICY

A $20 service charge will be assessed for all returned checks, and students will be removed from classes until finances are settled.

REFUNDS & TRANSFERS

We constantly strive to provide you with the highest quality recreation programs. If, for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with a class or activity, please tell us so we can respond to your concerns. In addition to using your feedback to help us improve, for nearly all of our programs, we will arrange one of the following: TRANSFERS between classes will be allowed only prior to the second class meeting, at no charge. After the second class meeting, transfers may be made, pending space availability, with a charge of $5 per class.

REFUNDS for classes will be allowed only prior to the second class meeting and will carry a $10 fee per class.

Refunds will take 30 to 60 days to process.

Requests for transfers and refunds must be in writing.

Some of our programs, such as adult leagues, contract programs and facility rentals, have different, specific policies which apply. The McAllen Parks and Recreation Department retains the privilege of canceling any scheduled activity that fails to generate minimum interest.

MEDICAL POLICY

The City of McAllen Parks and Recreation Department will not prohibit any person from participating in an activity due to a medical condition or handicap, unless such condition is likely to cause injury to that individual or other participants in the activity. A participant who has been notified by a qualified medical professional that he/she has a medical condition that is likely to cause injury to themselves or other participants, is obligated to inform the Parks and Recreation Department, at the time of registration, of the condition and willingly withdraw from the program or activity if requested by the Department. It is recommended that all participants receive medical authorization before participating in these programs.

INCLUSION PROCESS

The City of McAllen Parks and Recreation welcomes the opportunity to accommodate our patrons with special needs so that full participation in leisure and recreation programs may be enjoyed by all. Reasonable modifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis taking the appropriate steps to ensuring a safe and enjoyable leisure experience. Patrons with special needs are encouraged to bring a companion with them for assistance at no extra charge in lieu of an additional staff member. The initial request for accommodation should be made on the program registration form.

TOWN LAKE AT FIREMAN’S PARK 3 COME & EXPLORE TOWN LAKE AT FIREMAN’S PARK! LOCATED AT 201 N. 1ST STREET McALLEN, TEXAS 78501 PARK & LAKE OPEN DAILY 6:00 A.M. - 11:00 P.M. H2O HUT CONCESSION STAND AND BOAT RENTALS OPEN WEEKENDS SATURDAY & SUNDAY FROM 12:00 - 5:00 P.M.

WATERCRAFT RENTALS

Here’s a unqiue way to entertain guests, kids or friends. Rent a kayak or pedal boat and enjoy the view from Town Lake. Witness a variety of wildlife, fish or just enjoy the scenery.

DATE: Saturday & Sunday TIME: 12:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

FEE: $5 per person Persons 36” & under ride FREE! AGE: Youth ages 15 & under must be accompanied by an adult.

AVAILABILITY • Kayak - Single & Double riders • Pedal Boat - 4 people maximum; Total passenger weight under 300 lbs.

RENTAL POLICIES • All watercraft rentals include life jacket and oar • Life jackets must be worn by passengers at all times • A valid Driver’s License is required for all rentals • Participation waiver must be signed and approved by rental manager for all riders.

FISHING GUIDELINES All persons over 17 years of age must have a current Texas Freshwater Fishing License. Fishing is catch and release only. No casting nets or trout lines permitted.

BOATING GUIDELINES No motorized boats permitted. Personal canoes and kayaks are allowed. Persons in canoes or kayaks must wear a life jacket at all times.

RENTAL INFORMATION Pumphouse and pavilion area are available to rent for birthday parties, family reunions and corporate functions. For more information contact the McAllen Parks and Recreation Administration Office at (956) 681-3333.

FARMERS MARKET Purchase a variety of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables from local growers and farms.

Vendors also sell handmade soaps, jams, jellies and more! Sponsored by the Hidalgo County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office. For more information contact (956) 383-1026.

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

PLACE: Fireman’s Park Pavilion 201 N. 1st Street - Near corner of Business 83 & 2nd Street/Col. Rowe Blvd.

FEE: Prices vary for products DUTCH OVEN COOKING CLASS Learn a unique and fun way to prepare delicious meals and desserts. See how easy it is to prepare crowd-pleasing meals around the campfire. You’ll even enjoy sampling the menu!

DATE: TIME: AGE: FEE:

First Saturday of the Month 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Adults and Seniors $7 per person

January 4 150200.01 February 1 150200.02 March 1 150200.03 Please call McAllen Parks and Recreation at (956) 681-3333 if interested in bringing a group.

4 SPECIAL EVENTS

Experience an exciting twist to public swim with games, contests, prizes, music & tons of fun for everyone!

DATE: Spring Break Saturday, March 8 through Saturday, March 15 TIME: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

PLACE: Municipal Pool FEE: $2.50 per person

Join us for a unique glow in the dark pool party!

Enjoy glow sticks, DJ music, games, contests and more at this fun-family event.

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DATE: Saturday, April 5 TIME: 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

It’s time again for puffy sleeves and sequin, cumberbuns and bow ties. Experience Prom NOW! This is not a reunion party, but a chance to have PROM now with your current friends and PROM Date!

AGES: 21 & Over

Be our guest and experience a spectacular evening of dinner, dessert, fun activities Saturday, April 12 • 6:30-10:00 p.m.

Lark Community Center • 2601 Lark Ave. Perfect event for daughters ages 4 years & Up $40 per Daddy & Daughter Pair 180300.01 $5 per each additional daughter 180300.02 Registration Deadline April 7

Saturday, March 29 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Municipal Pool $2.00 per person

SPECIAL EVENTS 5

DATE: Saturday, April 12 TIME: EGG HUNT 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

PUBLIC SWIM 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.

PLACE: Municipal Pool 1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd.

FEE: $2.00 per person

It’s a fun swim party for your and your dog!

Bring your pooch and favorite toys for a dip in the pool. Proof of current vaccinations required for entry.

DATE: TIME: PLACE: FEE:

Saturday, April 26 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Los Encinos Pool, 3300 Sarah Ave. $1.00 per dog (2 dogs max per owner)

Celebrate the wonders of planet earth at McAllen’s Earth Day Festival!

Saturday, April 26 • 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Admission $2 Children & $3 Adults Quinta Mazatlan • 600 Sunset Dr. McAllen www.quintamazatlan.com • (956) 681-3370

Celebrate the Sky with kites!

Enjoy some fun flying kites while learning abouth their rich history and stunning artistry!

DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:

Saturday, May 3 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Palm View Community Center All ages $2 per person

5K Fun Run Organic Cooking Adults & Kids Farmers Market Artisans under the Tent Green Expo Tent

Music in the Park Trashion Show Kids Corner Food Booths and MORE!

Visit the world in just one stop! Celebrate food, music, arts, crafts and entertainment inspired by North DATE: Saturday, May 3 America, South TIME: 9:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m.

America, Europe, Asia, PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center FREE ADMISSION! ALL AGES WELCOME! Australia and Africa.

6 ADULT SPORTS ADULT OPEN GYM

Here’s a chance to practice your skills or play a friendly pick-up game at your local community center gym. Program is offered pending space availability.

ADULT ATHLETIC LEAGUES

The City of McAllen Parks and Recreation Department athletic leagues play under the rules and regulations of the Amateur Softball Association (ASA) and the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF).

BASKETBALL DATE: Tuesday & Thursday 5:45 - 6:45 p.m.

Saturday 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center AGE: Adults 18 & Over FEE: $1.00 per day DATE: Tuesday &Wednesday 5:00 - 6:45 p.m.

Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: Adults 18 & Over FEE: $1.00 per day VOLLEYBALL DATE: Monday 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Thursday 5:00 - 6:45 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: Adults 18 & Over FEE: $1.00 per day A.S.A. UMPIRE CLINIC Opportunity to obtain a Adult Softball Association certification to umpire slow pitch softball games. Clinic consists of a 4-hour classroom session, lunch, ASA Certification Exam and 3-hour field session.

FEE INCLUDES DATE: Saturday, February 1 TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. LUNCH & ASA GIFT PLACE: Palm View Community Center (Classroom)

Westside Softball Complex (Field Experience) AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $49 for ASA Certificate 150000.01

$34 no certificate 150000.02 WILD RUN 5K Here’s your chance to run wild! Held in conjunction with the Vida Verde Festival, experience a unique and memorable run celebrating Earth Day! Recieve FREE admission to the Vida Verde Festival after the race!

DATE: Saturday, April 26 TIME: 7:00 a.m.

PLACE: Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center AGES: All ages FEE: $10 Advance Registration

$20 On-Site Registration

PROUD SPONSOR OF McALLEN PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

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LEAGUE REGISTRATION

Registration is accepted in person on a first-come, first-serve basis February 3 - 6 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Palm View Community Center located at 3401 Jordan Rd. Softball registration will take place on the corresponding day of play (i.e.Co-Rec leagues, register on Monday, Tuesday leagues register on Tuesday, etc.)

For more information contact Athletics Superintendent Victor Ayala at 956-681-3333.

CO-ED ADULT INDOOR VOLLEYBALL Competitive and Recreational

CO-ED 4 ON 4 SAND VOLLEYBALL AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: Monday, February 17 – April 21 PLACE: Los Encinos Park FEE: $200 MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on Tuesday, February 11 at 7:00 p.m.

CO-ED DODGEBALL AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: Wednesday, February 19 – April 23 PLACE: Palm View Community Center FEE: $175 MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Lark Community Center on Monday, February 10 at 7:30 p.m.

CO-ED ADULT KICKBALL AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: Wednesday, February 17 - April 25 PLACE: Los Encinos Park FEE: $225 per team MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on Wednesday, February 12 at 7:00 p.m.

AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: Thursdays, February 20 – April 24 PLACE: Palm View Community Center FEE: $230

MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on Tuesday, February 11 at 7:00 p.m.

ADULT BASKETBALL Men’s Open & Men’s Recreational

AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: February 18 – April 22 PLACE: Lark & Palm View Community Centers FEE: $275 MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Lark Community Center on Monday, February 10 at 7:00 p.m.

ADULT SOFTBALL Men’s B, C, D, E, Co-Ed & Women’s Slow Pitch

AGE: No younger than 18 as of the first day of play DATE: Monday - Friday, February 17 – April 25 PLACE: Westside Park FEE: $350 MANDATORY MANAGER MEETING: Palm View Community Center on Thursday, February 13 at 7:00 p.m.

YOUTH SPORTS 7

RGV JAVELINAS FOOTBALL CAMP

RGV Javelina football is designed to accomplish two goals: have fun & become better football players. Campers will receive professional instruction of football fundamentals, skills & techniques. Campers will be able to transfer individual skills taught in the camp to simulated game-play experiences.

DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:

March 10 - 11 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

TBA 5 – 12 years $65 ACTIVITY# 182027.01

VOLLEYBALL SKILLS & DRILLS

Learn valuable skills to excel. Learn fundamental skills and drills.

Instructed by Dr. Chavez who holds a PhD in Educational Counseling, a Masters in Education and Kinesiology.

She has accumulated 17 years of experience playing volleyball internationally and as a physical education teacher. Dr. Chavez is also a member of (AVCA) American Volleyball Coach Association.

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“BUMPERS” BEGINNER - INTERMEDIATE

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MCALLEN TRACK CLUB

Monday & Wednesday 5:45 p.m. - 6:50 p.m.

Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. 6 & Up $60 per session *CLASS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR REFUNDS.

Session 1: Jan. 8 – Feb. 3 Session 2: Feb. 5 – Mar. 3 Session 3: Mar. 5 – Apr. 7 Session 4: Apr. 9 – May 5 Session 5: May 7 – Jun. 2

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Under the direction of Coach Tony Trejo, continue your track and field training to get ahead of the competition. Improve your technique, strength and stamina!

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“DIGGERS” INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED

Monday & Tuesday 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Jackson Elementary Park, 501 W. Harvey 5 - 18 years $40 per session

Session 1: February 3 - 26 Session 2: March 3 – April 4 Session 3: April 7 – May 2

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FITNESS KIDS

Get your heart and body in shape by joining a list of fun exercise using music as motivation.

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AGE:

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Monday & Wednesday 6:50 p.m. - 7:55 p.m.

Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. 6 & Up $60 per session *CLASS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR REFUNDS.

Session 1: Jan. 8 – Feb. 3 Session 2: Feb. 5 – Mar. 3 Session 3: Mar. 5 – Apr. 7 Session 4: Apr. 9 – May 5 Session 5: May 7 – Jun. 2

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AQUAFINA PITCH, HIT & RUN LOCAL MLB COMPETITION

Lark Community Center Monday & Wednesday Session 1: February 3 – March 7 Session 2: March 17 – April 18 2 - 3 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. $18R/$23NR 4 - 6 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. $18R/$23NR 7 & Up 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. $23R/$28 NR

This is the official youth skills competition of Major League Baseball. Boys and girls compete separately in several age groups.

Skills include pitching to a target, hitting off a tee and running bases. Winners will advance to sectional competition at a later date.

AGE 2 - 3 4 - 6 7 & Up

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SOCCER SKILLS

Learn and develop the skills to play volleyball recreational or competitive in a comfortable and enjoyable environment.

April 19 9:00 a.m.

Westside Park Boys & Girls 7-14 years FREE!!

PLACE: DATE:

AGE:

Lark Community Center Tuesday & Thursday Session 1: February 3 – March 7 Session 2: March 17 – April 18 3 - 4 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. $18R/$23NR 5 - 6 6:35 - 7:05 p.m. $18R/$23NR 7 & Up 7:10 - 7:55 p.m. $23R/$28NR AGE 3 - 4 5-6 7 & Up

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Palm View Community Center Monday & Wednesday Session 1: February 3 – March 7 Session 2: March 17 – April 18 3 - 4 6:15 - 6:45 p.m. $18R/$23NR 5 - 7 5:45 - 6:15 p.m. $18R/$23NR 8 - 10 7:00 - 7:45 p.m. $18R/$23NR AGE 3 - 4 5-7 8 - 10

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BASEBALL SKILLS

Jump start your baseball season learning skills learning and improving on pitching, throwing and fielding.

PLACE: DATE:

AGE:

Lark Community Center Monday & Wednesday Session 1: February 3 – March 7 Session 2: March 17 – April 18 3 – 4 6:00 – 6:30 $18 R/$23 NR 5 – 6 6:35 – 7:05 $18 R/$23 NR 7 & Up 7:10 – 7:55 $23 R/$28 NR AGE 3 – 4 5 – 6 7 & Up

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8 YOUTH PROGRAMS SPRING BREAK CAMP

Experience fun-filled spring break with arts & crafts, games, sports and more! Campers should bring a sack lunch and a drink to camp each day.

DATE: TIME:

PLACE: AGE: FEE:

Monday – Friday, March 10 – 14 FULL DAY 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

HALF AM 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

HALF PM 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. 5 - 12 FULL $60 Resident/$120 Non-Resident HALF $30 Resident/$60 Non-Resident

AGE 5 - 6 7 - 8 9 - 12

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CAMP CASCADE SPRING BREAK

Explore a variety of activities including canoeing, snorkeling, advanced swimming, diving and water safety skills. You’ll also get to learn outdoor sports, such as volleyball, diving and much more!

DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:

Monday – Friday (March 10 – 14) 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Cascade Pool 8 – 15 years $40 Resident/ $60 Non-Resident ACTIVITY# 140956.01

TEEN WEEK

Don’t spend your Spring Break at home sitting on the couch! Come for something new and fun every day!

DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:

Monday – Thursday, March 10 – 13 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Palm View Community Center 6th grade – 16 years $2 per day Parent/Guardian Signature Required!

March 10 Movie Monday March 11 Taco Tuesday March 12 Wii Wednesday March 13 Tournament Thursday

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DADDY & DAUGHTER DINNER DANCE

Let your little girl be the star at this red carpet event! Experience a spectacular evening of dinner, dessert, fun activities and dancing. Includes a take home photo of your special night together.

DATE: Saturday, April 12 TIME: 6:30-10:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave. AGE: 4 years & Up FEE: $40 per Daddy & Daughter Pair 180300.01

$5 per each add. daughter 180300.02 REGISTER BY: Monday, April 7

KITE DAY

Celebrate the Sky with kites! Enjoy some fun flying kites while learning abouth their rich history and stunning artistry!

DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:

Saturday, May 3 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Palm View Community Center All ages $2 per person

LAS PALMAS PERFORMING BALLET FOLKLORICO

Perform a variety of traditional Mexican folklorico as well as popular hispanic dances at a variety of community events throughout the year. An audition and instructor approval is required prior to registration. For more information contact Las Palmas Community Center at (956) 681-3350.

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

Supervised after school play and homework help are held at the following elementary locations : Alvarez Elementary 2606 Gumwood Bonham Elementary 2400 Jordan Escandon Elementary 2901 Colbath Fields Elementary 500 Dallas Jackson Elementary 501 Harvey Lark Community Center 2601 Lark McAuliffe Elementary 3000 Daffodil Navarro Elementary 2100 Hackberry Sam Houston Elementary 3221 Olga Wilson Elementary 1200 W Hackberry DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 3:30 - 6:00 p.m.

FEE: $90 Spring Session per each participant (up to two children). Subsequent children are at no fee. Fee may be waived if child is able to provide proof of participation in Medicaid, CHIPS or other approved assistance program. *The Afterschool Program is only available during regular class days. The program observes all early release days and school holidays.

For more information contact McAllen Parks and Recreation at (956) 681-3333.

TEEN TIME

Are you in Middle School or High School? Want to meet other teens with your same interests? Participate in sports, creative activities, dances, games, arts and crafts. We can even assist with homework.

DATE: TIME: PLACE:

AGE: FEE:

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

Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Rd. 6th grade – 16 years FREE 170960.14

9 YOUTH EVENING CLASSES YOUTH CAMPS ADULT SPORTS PROGRAM Jazz

Soccer Skills

Ballet

Pee Wee Cooks

Science Fun

Mini Masterpiece

Tumbling

Cheer

Tumbling

Fitness Kids

Jazz

Baseball Skills

Soccer Skills

Ballet

Painting

Cheer

Acoustic Guitar Beginner Billiards Crafty Kids Tumbling

Folklorico

Just Dance Ballet

PLACE DAY PVCC M & W

PVCC M & W

PVCC M & W

T & TH

PVCC M & W

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PVCC T & TH

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PVCC T &TH

LCC M & W

LCC M & W

LCC M & W

LCC M & W

LCC T & TH

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AGE 3 – 4 5 – 7 8 – 10 3 – 4 5 – 7 8 – 10 2 years 3 – 4 5 – 6 2 years 3 – 4 5 – 7 8 – 10 5 – 7 8 – 10 3 – 4 5 – 7 8 – 10 3 – 4 5 – 6 7 – 10 3 – 4 5 – 6 3 – 4 5 – 6 7 & Up 2 – 3 4 – 6 7 & Up 3 – 4 5 – 6 7 & Up 3 – 4 5 – 6 7 & Up 3 – 4 5 – 6 7 & Up 2 years 3 – 4 5 – 6 7 & Up 5 – 6 7 & Up 3 – 4 5 – 6 7 & Up 7 – 12 9 – 12 3 – 6 3 – 6 7 – 12 3 – 6 7 – 12 3 – 6 3 – 6

TIME 6:10 – 6:40 6:45 – 7:15 7:15 – 8:00 6:15 – 6:45 5:45 – 6:15 7:00 – 7:45 6:10 – 6:40 6:45 – 7:15 7:20 – 7:50 6:10 – 6:40 6:45 – 7:15 6:15 – 6:45 6:45 – 7:30 6:15 – 6:45 6:45 – 7:30 6:10 – 6:40 6:45 – 7:15 7:15 – 8:00 6:45 – 7:15 6:10 – 6:40 7:15 – 8:00 6:10 – 6:40 6:45 – 7:15 6:00 – 6:30 6:35 – 7:05 7:10 – 7:55 6:00 – 6:30 6:35 – 7:05 7:10 – 7:55 6:00 – 6:30 6:35 – 7:05 7:10 – 7:55 6:00 – 6:30 6:35 – 7:05 7:10 – 7:55 6:00 – 6:30 6:35 – 7:05 7:10 – 7:55 5:25 – 5:55 6:00 – 6:30 6:35 – 7:05 7:15 – 8:00 6:00 – 6:30 6:35 – 7:15 6:00 – 6:30 6:35 – 7:05 7:10 – 7:55 5:30 – 6:15 6:30 – 7:15 6:00 – 6:30 5:30 – 6:00 6:15 – 7:00 5:30 – 6:00 6:00 – 6:45 6:00 – 6:30 6:30 – 7:00

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CLASS DATES

Session 1 February 3 - March 6 Session 2 March 17 - April 17

CLASS LOCATIONS

LPCC Las Palmas Community Center 1921 N. 25th St. PVCC Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Rd. LCC Lark Community Center 2601 Lark Ave.

CLASS FEES

30 minute $18 Resident/ $23 Non-Resident 45 minute $23 Resident/ $28 Non-Resident

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS Acoustic Guitar - Learn proper techniques to play, including strumming and chords. Acoustic guitar required.

Ballet - Introduction to the graceful art form of ballet. Learn positions, balance and coordination.

Baseball Skills - Jump start your baseball season learning skills learning and improving on pitching, throwing and fielding.

Beginner Billiards - You will learn the basic rules of pool and play a few fun games!

Cheer - Introduction to cheer skills and techniques.

Include cheer, jumps and dances.

Crafty Kids - Create art with your hands and make a variety of beautiful art and seasonal crafts.

Fitness Kidz - Get your heart and body in shape with fun exercise using music as motivation! Enjoy an intro to dance steps with a variety of music!

Folklorico - Learn the many different styles of traditional Mexican dance and choreography.

Jazz - Smile, shake, and strut! An intro to dance steps with a variety of music from across the decades.

Just Dance - It’s a mix of a little Hip Hop, Jazz and Free Style dance techniques.

Mini Masterpieces - Work with a variety of materials from paint to beads and create your own art by hand.

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

Peewee Cooks - Snacks without stoves. Introduce kids to a variety of foods with no heat needed, kitchen safety.

Science Funomenon - Welcome to the world of science experiments! Learn something new while having fun!

Soccer Skills - Basic introduction to skills and techniques including running, dribbling and kicking.

Tennis shoes required. Activity takes place indoors and outdoors.

Tumbling - Learn basic tumbling skills from forward rolls, cartwheels and basic back handsprings.

10 NATURE PROGRAMS QUINTA MAZATLAN McAllen Wing of the World Birding Center 600 Sunset Drive in McAllen • 956-681-3370 www.quintamazatlan.com OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Tuesday-Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Thursday Family Nights until dark DIREC TIONS: Take Exp. 83 to 10th St. exit. Travel South on 10th St. Turn East on Sunset (Hotel on corner).

Proceed along Sunset to Quinta Mazatlan. Gates with parking out front.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS SCOUT PROGRAMS

Explore habitat and wildlife to accomplish merit badge requirements. Ask us about customizing a program for your group!

AGES: DATES: TIME: FEE:

6 and up Saturdays 2 hour programs-call for reservation $5 per scout Advance registration, payment & preparation required!

GIRL SCOUT BADGES Daisy: Learning Petals Brownie: Bug & Letterboxes Junior: Geocacher BOY SCOUT BADGES Webelos: Forester & Naturalist, Boy Scouts: Bird Study & High-Tech Treasure Hunt

SCHOOL SCIENCE SERIES

Educational programs designed to meet TEKS Science and Social Study objectives.

AGES: All ages (max 60 students) DATES: Tuesdays through Fridays in May TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

FEE: $5 per student (Teachers are FREE!) Please call in to schedule a field trip. Advance registration, payment & preparation required!

SENSORY EXPLORATION FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED

This guided program entails a multidimensional nature experience where visitors will smell, touch and listen to the seasonal sounds of nature.

AGES: Children & adults with visual impairments DATES: Call to schedule date and time FEE: $2 per child, $3 per adult

Celebrate the wonders of planet earth at McAllen’s Earth Day Festival!

Saturday, April 26 • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission $2 Children & $3 Adults

BUCKETS OF FUN

A different animal “host” will introduce a new element of nature each week, using a simple bucket, a song, and a forest full of wonders!

AGES: Born in the last 5 years.

DATES: Thursdays (January-April) TIME: 9:30am-10:30am FEE: $2 per child, $3 per adult

No reservations required.

JANUARY: BUCKETS OF HABITATS! 9 CROAK, LEAP, RBBBBT! Frog in the Pond!

16 Chirp, chirp, chirp….CHICK in the nest!

23 LEAPING LIZARDS! Where are you hiding?

30 Tommy the Tortoise’s HOUSE-ON-MY-BACK! FEBRUARY: BUCKETS OF HEARTS! 6 RED, RED, and MORE REDs in my Bucket!

13 Make LOVE HEARTS with Nature!

20 Redbird, redbird, what do YOU sing?

27 Buckets of Books we LOVE! MARCH: BUCKETS OF SOUNDS! 6 Here we go, we’re the MARCH-ing Bucket Band!

13 Buckets of…Going BEAN CRAZY! 20 TWEET, HOOT, TWITTER, CAAAAAAAW! 27 Who’s that THUMPING in MY FOREST? APRIL: BUCKETS OF EARTH DAYS! 3 Let’s Plant a Tree!

10 Let’s Help a Caterpillar!

17 Sing when we Recycle! Sing when we Recycle!

24 Wiggly Worm and his Compost Bin!

NATURE PROGRAMS 11 ADULT PROGRAMS TOUR THE MANSION & GARDENS

No reservations required. For groups of 15 or more, please call to reserve a private tour! Tours are included with General Admission $2 Seniors (65+) & $3 Adults THE EARLY BIRD SPECIAL:

Explore the wonders of McAllen’s big backyard on a guided walk along the half-mile of nature trails surrounding the historic 1930s adobe mansion.

DATE: Tuesday (October- April) TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

NATURE SPEAKER SERIES

Explore nature Thursday evenings with great speakers discussing topics from birds and butterflies to culture and art of the Rio Grande Valley.

The educational series is brought to you by the generous sponsorship of Thurmond Eye Associates.

DATE: TIME: AGES: FEE:

Thursdays, October 2013 - April 2014 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Adults $3 for adults, $2 for seniors

GARDEN TALK & TEA

JANUARY 2 Raptors of the Rio Grande Valley, Bill Clark 9 A Tour of Italy Cooking: Chef Mark Deckard 16 The Trees of the Valley, Carol Goolsby 23 Birding the Valley Virtual Tour, Tiff any Kersten 30 Urban Ecology, Alex Racelis, UTPA Ecology

DATE: Wednesday (October- April) TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

FEBRUARY 6 Birding the Yucatan, Dr. Timothy Brush 20 Birds of the Lower Laguna Madre, Outdoor Movie Screening, Richard Moore 27 Wildlife Sculpture Trail Talk, Mary Thorne

Stroll through the gardens and forest while learning about the edible and medicinal plants of south Texas. Guests will be treated to a tea sampling in the grand hall of the home.

FOREST SCULPTURE TRAIL WALK

Explore the enchanted Forest Sculpture trail as your guide introduces you to native animals of the Thornforest as represented by bronze sculptures by renowned artist Douglas Clark.

DATE: Thursday (October- April) TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

SPRING WINGS

Discover the magnificence of birds, butterflies and dragonflies on this guided walk as we investigate all things with wings. The interpretive walk is fun for all interests!

DATE: Friday (October- April) TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

STROLL THROUGH HISTORY TOUR

Enjoy the stories about the home, families, architecture, gardens and forest. The adobe home was built in the 1930’s and is recognized as one of the largest adobe homes in Texas.

DATE: Friday (October- April) TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

COLOR CHALLENGE WALK

Discover the beautiful colors of the Valley… the challenge to count colors and plants will be fun & educational! Take home your own colored tile!

DATE: Saturday (October - April) TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

MARCH 6 Attracting Purple Martins, Mark Wright 13 Life on the Laguna Madre, Scarlet Colley 27 What Can the Birds Tell Us? Mark Conway APRIL 3 El Valle, Nature Photograpy, Seth Patterson 10 Dragonfl ies: A Natural Cycle, John Yochum 17 Uses of Native Plants, Benito & Toni Trevino

BACKYARD HABITAT STEWARD

Over 6 weeks, you will gain knowledge and resources to create a wildlife habitat in your own backyard. Six classes cover native trees, attracting wildlife, butterfly gardening, healthy soils with compost & mulch, designing your backyard and make new friends.

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CHACHALACA MORNINGS

Volunteer projects include bird feeding, watering gardens, weeding, planting shrubs and trees, trail maintenance, trail building, invasive plant removal, cleaning, and more!

DATE: Wednesdays & Saturdays (October - April) TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m

WALK WITH A GUEST NATURALIST

Take a leisurely stroll through the gardens and native trails with an expert in the monthly topic! Space is limited to 20 people per walk.

DATE: 1st Saturday of the Month (October-April) TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

January 4 February 1 March 1 April 5 May 3

Native Plants - Ann Vacek Insects - Lupe Medina Fish - Edwin Quintero Dragonfl ies - John Yochum Trees - Carol Goolsby

CELEBRATE NATURE

Nature programs and activities are designed for older teens, adults, and senior citizens who enjoy discovering the great outdoors! Please call (956) 681-3333 at least one day in advance to reserve a spot.

NATIONAL BIRD DAY: EBIRD WORKSHOP

Bird with a naturalist and contribute your sightings to science in a fun way!

DATE: Saturday, January 11 TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

FEE: $3 per person 160400.01 NATIONAL BIRD FEEDING MONTH: GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT

It is easy and fun to learn your backyard birds and be a citizen scientist!

DATE: Saturday, February 15 TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

FEE: $3 per person 160400.02 DIGISCOPING

Learn how to take beautiful photos with your point-and-shoot camera, through a scope!

DATE: Saturday, March 15 TIME: 9:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.

FEE: $3 per person 160400.03

12 LEARN TO SWIM LIFEGUARD TRAINING

Interested in a great job or challenging career as a professional lifeguard?

Train to become a certified American Red Cross lifeguard and learn valuable skills including injury prevention, facility safety, patron surveillance, emergency preparation, rescue skills, victim assessment, First Aid, CPR/AED and care for head, neck and spinal injuries.

PREREQUISITE: Participant must be able to swim 300 yards continuously, complete a timed retrieval of a 10lb object from a depth of 6 ft., tread water with no hands for 2 minutes in deep water.

DATE: Thursday & Friday 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: TBA AGE: 15 years & Up FEE: $100 ($50 NON-REFUNDABLE)*

*In the event a participant fails to complete the prerequisite test, he/she may request a refund of half the registration fee or request to transfer to a later training course date.

Session 1: January 16 – 19 Session 2: February 13 – 16 Session 3: March 13 – 16 Session 4: March 27 – 30 Session 5: April 10 – 13 Session 6: April 24 – 27 Session 7: May 1 – 3

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JUST TRI IT YOUTH CAMP Training program helps youth prepare and safely execute an age appropriate distance triathlon. Improve physical conditioning, bike handling skills, transitions and perform mini brick workouts as well as complete a mini mock tri at the end of the camp.

PREREQUISITE: Child must be able to swim 25 yards unassisted DATE: Tuesday & Thursday April 29 - May 15 TIME: 5:30 - 6:40 p.m.

PLACE: Los Encinos Pool AGES: 7 - 14 years *AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2014 FEE: $55 per person ON-SITE REGISTRATION & EVALUATION DATE: Thursday, April 24 TIME: 5:30pm PLACE: Los Encinos Pool

SPECIAL EVENTS

POOLS GONE WILD Experience an exciting twist to public swim with games, contests, prizes, music & tons of fun!

DATE: Saturday, March 8 – Saturday, March 15 TIME: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

PLACE: Municipal Pool FEE: $2.50 per person AQUAGLOW Come and join us for music, games and fun during our glow in the dark event.

DATE: Saturday, March 29 TIME: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

PLACE: Municipal Pool FEE: $2.00 per person UNDERWATER EGG HUNT Bring the kids for some spring time fun! Experience a unique underwater egg hunt for prizes. Participants are divided into several age groups.

DATE: Saturday, April 12 TIME: 2:00 p.m. Public Swim 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.

PLACE: Municipal Pool FEE: $2.50 per person DOGGIE DAY AT THE POOL It’s a fun swim party for your dog! Bring the dog toys for some fun in the sun!

DATE: Saturday, April 26 TIME: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

PLACE: Los Encinos Pool FEE: $1.00 per dog (max of 2 dogs per owner) JUST TRI IT KIDS TRIATHLON Safely execute an age appropriate distance triathlon. Participants will swim, bike and run.

DATE: Sunday, May 18 TIME: 7:15 a.m. 7 - 10 years

8:00 a.m. 11 - 14 years PLACE: Los Encinos Pool AGE: 7-14 years*AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2014 FEE: $40 per child PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS: AGES 7-10: 100 yd swim, 2 mile bike, 1/2 mile run AGES 11-14: 200 yard swim, 4 mile bike, 1 mile run All ages must wear a CPSC certifi ed cycling helmet and have USA Triathlon Membership. Purchase a one day USAT membership pass ($5) or annual membership ($15) at packet pick-up.

PACKET PICK-UP : May 15 at Los Encinos Pool 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

May 17 at Wally’s Bicycles 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

LAP SWIMMING JANUARY 2 - MAY 31 MUNICIPAL POOL Monday – Friday 5:00 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.

Monday – Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

FEE: $1.00 per person NIKKI ROWE HS NATATORIUM Monday – Friday 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

FEE: $1.00 per person JANUARY 2 – FEBRUARY 28 BOYS & GIRLS CLUB POOL Monday – Friday 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

FEE: $1.00 per person MARCH 3 - MAY 31ST BOYS & GIRLS CLUB POOL Monday – Friday 6:30 p.m.– 8:00 p.m.

FEE: $1.00 per person

WATER AEROBICS JANUARY 2 – FEBRUARY 28 MUNICIPAL POOL Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

FEE: $1.00 per person NIKKI ROWE HS NATATORIUM Tuesday – Thursday 6:30 p.m.– 7:30 p.m.

FEE: $1.00 per person MARCH 3 - MAY 31 BOYS & GIRLS CLUB POOL Tuesday – Thursday 5:30 p.m.– 6:30 p.m.

FEE: $1.00 per person

PUBLIC SWIM SPRING BREAK MARCH 8 - MARCH 15 DATE: Daily TIME: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

FEE: $2.50 per person APRIL 26 - MAY 31 MUNICIPAL POOL DATE: Saturday & Sunday TIME: 1:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

FEE: $2.50 per person MAY 3 - MAY 31 LOS ENCINOS POOL DATE: Saturday & Sunday TIME: 1:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

FEE: $1.50 per person

LEARN TO SWIM 13 GUS & GOLDIE LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM Join Gus & Goldie to learn important water safety skills.

Each participant will receive an offi cial Gus & Goldie t-shirt and certifi cate of achievement. Advance registration is required and space is limited.

PARENT & BABY INFANT (6-18 MONTHS) Designed to teach parents how to work safely and eff ectively with their infant to help develop water adjustment skills and learn to have fun in the water. One parent per child is allowed in the water at a time. Swim diapers and swim suits are necessary for infants. No diapers or disposable swim diapers are allowed.

PARENT & BABY TODDLER (18-48 MONTHS) Reinforces skills learned in the infant level class and progresses to learn more advanced skills age appropriate for a toddler. One parent per child is allowed in the water at a time. Swim diapers and swim suits are necessary for infants. No diapers or disposable swim diapers are allowed.

PRE-SCHOOL (4-5 YEARS) Learn basic water adjustment skills with an emphasis on play to prepare children for comfort in the water for Level 1 & 2. It is designed to teach swimmer independence with initial play in the wading pool and progression to the main pool when students are ready.

ADVANCED PRE-SCHOOL (4-5 YEARS) The advanced preschool is like the preschool class, but will have students start to work on level 1 material at an earlier age. Students must have taken the preschool class to enroll.

YOUTH LEVEL 1 & 2 (6-13 YEARS) Swimmers will start to learn basic water exploration and swimming skills. This class covers submersion under the water, fl oating & gliding on front & back, rhythmic breathing, safety skills, and front & back crawls at a beginner level.

YOUTH LEVEL 3 (6-13 YEARS) Designed to build upon skills learned at Levels 1 & 2. The back crawl will be expanded and the front crawl will be perfected. Students will also learn to tread water.

YOUTH LEVEL 4 (6-13 YEARS) Designed to build upon the skills mastered at Level 3. Students develop more endurance to swim greater distances. Breaststroke and sidestroke are also taught.

ADULT & TEEN For adults/teens who either want to overcome their fear of the water or for adults that are comfortable in the water, but would like to improve their strokes.

LEARN TO SWIM CLASSES Tuesday – Friday Session1: April 22 – May 1 Session 2:May 6 – 16 PLACE: Municipal Pool FEE: $25 Resident/ $35 Non-Resident

PARENT & BABY INFANT 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

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PRESCHOOL 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

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YOUTH 6:00 p.m. – 6:40 p.m.

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DATE: Monday, Wednesday & Friday TIME: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Beginner 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Intermediate 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Advanced PLACE: Boys & Girls Club Pool AGE: 5 years & Up FEE: $20 Resident/ $30 Non-Resident Session 1: February 17 – March 7 Session 2: March 17 – April 4 Session 3: April 7– April 25

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SPRING T.A.A.F. SWIM TEAM

Participants must be at least 5 years old and are required to swim 25 yards continuously.This is a competitive swim team for the City of McAllen. Athletes will train for summer swim meets and state competition if they qualify.

DATE: Monday – Thursday (May 5 – May 29) TIME: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Beginner 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Intermediate 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Advanced PLACE: Boys & Girls Club Pool AGE: 5 years & Up FEE: $25 Resident/ $30 Non-Resident ACTIVITY# 140966.14

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McALLEN MAKOS

This non-competitive swim team focuses on technique & conditioning.

Participants are required to swim 25 yards continuously. To determine levels, all new participants must be present on the first day of class.

GUS & GOLDIE LEARN-TO-SWIM PROGRAM PROUD SPONSORS

CAMP CASCADE SPRING BREAK

Explore a variety of activities including canoeing, snorkeling, advanced swimming, diving and water safety skills. You’ll also get to learn outdoor sports, such as volleyball, diving and much more!

DATE: TIME: PLACE: AGE: FEE:

Monday – Friday (March 10 – 14) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Cascade Pool 8-15 years $40 Resident/ $60 Non-Resident ACTIVITY# 140956.01

14 ADULT PROGRAMS CREATIVE GLASS

Participants learn the basics of glass fusing and will work on various projects.No experience with glass is required for this course.

DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $35 R/$40 NR Session 1: February 3 – March 7 Session 2: March 17 – April 18

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CLAY SCULPTING

Learn to sculpt in clay steb-by-step to create a fun and easy sculpture project.

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

PLACE: Lark Community Center AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $35 R/$40 NR Session 1: February 3 – March 7 Session 2: March 17 – April 18

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ADULT FINE ARTS CERAMICS

Create your own “art piece” by hand molding, pounding and pressing the ceramic clay.

DATE: Tuesday& Thursday TIME: 5:30 - 7:30 pm PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center FEE: $100 per session Session 1: February 3 – March 7 Session 2: March 17 – April 18

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CREATIVE WRITING

Here’s a fabulous way to express your creativity. Explore the various forms of creative writing.

DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 6:30 – 7:15 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $15 per session Session 1: February 3 – March 7 Session 2: March 17 – April 18

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INTRO TO ADULT FOLKORICO

Learn the many different styles of traditional Mexican dance and choreography.

DATE: Wednesday TIME: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: 18 & Up $1 per class FEE: 50 & Up FREE

CAN YOU FIX THIS!

Bring in items from home that need simple repairs or mending! Participants will share their “broken” items and troubleshoot on what would best fix or repair the broken item.

DATE: Tuesdays & Thursday TIME: 2:00 - 4:00 pm PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $ 10.00 per session Session 1: February 3 – March 7 Session 2: March 17 – April 18

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COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS

Become computer literate with this step-by-step computer classes.

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

PLACE: Palm View Community Center FEE: $20 Resident / $25 Non-Resident Session 1: February 3 – March 5 Session 2: March 17 – April 17 Session 3: April 21 - May 21

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GAME NIGHT

Meet new people or bring a group of friends to play! A variety of games are available.

DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $1.00 per night

CASUAL SCRABBLE

Enjoy Scrabble? Connect with other enthusiasts and word lovers for a fun and friendly game.

DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. & 7:15 – 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: 18 & Up FEE: FREE

CHECKERS & DOMINOES It’s not fun to play alone! Bring a buddy or meet a new one playing checkers or dominoes.

DATE: Monday & Wednesday TIME: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: 18 & Up FEE: FREE

KARAOKE NIGHT

Come join the fun and sing your favorite or popular songs.

DATE: Wednesday, (Feb. 19, March 19 & April 16) TIME: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $5 per month Session 1: February 19 190892.01 Session 2: March 19 190892.02 Session 3: April 16 190892.03

INDOOR HERB GARDENING

You don’t have to say good bye to fresh herbs when winter rolls around. Grow your favorites indoors and add that fresh-picked taste to your meals.

DATE: Wednesday TIME: 6:30 – 7:15 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $15 per session Session 1: February 3 – March 7 Session 2: March 17 – April 18

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ADULT NUTRITION CLASS

Sponsored in part by the Hidalgo County Agri Life Extension Office, learn to create healthy meals for you and your family.

There is no fee to participate. Contact Palm View Community Center at (956) 681-3360 for more information.

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA) PROGRAM

Free tax help to people who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. Contact Palm View Community Center at (956) 681-3360 for more information.

DATE: Tuesday & Thursday, (February - March) TIME: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center DATE: Saturday, (February - March) TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

AMERICAN VOLKSPORTING

Volksporting started in Germany and is a personal fitness sports and recreation program offering non-competitive walks. As a Volksporter, sign in for your walk, pay a small fee and you’re on your way with map and walk details in hand.

A fun and healthy experience for the novice or experienced hiker. Starting location: Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Dr.

ADULT PROGRAMS 15 Palm View Community Center DATE: Monday - Thursday TIME: 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $80 per session

CAMPGRIT Join a group integrated training session and get fit with a complete body workout. Participants will improve balance, flexibility, agility, core muscles, cardiovascular endurance, strength and power.

Sessions include plyometrics, body weight strength training, weight resistance training, circuit and agility drills, cardio workouts, sprints and more.

FARMERS MARKET

Purchase a variety of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables from local growers and farms. Vendors also sell handmade soaps, jams, jellies and more! Sponsored by the Hidalgo County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office. For more information contact (956) 383-1026.

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

PLACE: Fireman’s Park Pavilion 201 N. 1st Street - Near corner of Business 83 & 2nd Street/Col. Rowe Blvd.

FEE: Prices vary for products

OUTDOOR COOKING CLASS

Learn a unique and fun way to prepare delicious meals and desserts. See how easy it is to prepare crowd-pleasing meals around the campfire. You’ll even enjoy sampling the menu!

DATE: First Saturday of the Month TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

AGE: Adults and Seniors FEE: $7 per person Session 1: January 4 Session2: February 1 Session 3: March 1

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Please call McAllen Parks and Recreation at (956) 681-3333 if interested in bringing a group.

Session 1: December 3 - 28 Session 2: December 30 - January 23 Session 3: January 27- February 20 Session 4: February 24 - March 20 Session 5: March 24 - April 24 Session 6: April 28 – May 22 DATE: TIME: AGE: FEE:

Jackson City Park DATE: Monday - Thursday TIME: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

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Monday - Thursday 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

18 & Up $80 per session

Session : December 3 - 28 Session 2: December 30 - January 23 Session 3: January 27- February 20 Session 4: February 24 - March 20 Session 5: March 24 - April 24 Session 6: April 28 – May 22

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RUN DANCE!

Class consists of a variety of fun and exhilarating movements combining running and dancing at the same time.

You can hop, skip, turn, leap, two-step or shuffle your way to better health.

There’s no wrong step - ALL rhythms accepted!

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

PLACE: Lark Community Center AGE: 18 & Up FEE: $18 R/$23 NR Session 1: February 3 – March 7 Session 2: March 17 – April 18

Session1: December 3 - 28 Session 2: December 30 - January 23 Session 3: January 27- February 20 Session 4: February 24 - March 20 Session 5: March 24 - April 24 Session 6: April 28 – May 22

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Monday - Thursday 5:15 – 8:30 p.m.

18 & Up $80 per session

Session1: December 3 - 28 Session 2: December 30 - January 23 Session 3: January 27- February 20 Session 4: February 24 - March 20 Session 5: March 24 - April 24 Session 6: April 28 – May 2

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MCALLEN SYMPHONIC BAND CONCERT SCHEDULE

FEBRUARY 1 OLDIES BUT GOODIES MARCH 25 MUSIC FROM AROUND THE WORLD DATE: Tuesday TIME: 7:30 p.m.

PLACE: Trinity Worship Center, 4801 N. Cage in Pharr TICKETS: $5 per person.

Pre-sale tickets available at any McAllen Community Center, Weslaco Chamber of Commerce, All Valley Wilder R.V. Resorts, Aladdin Villas in Mission and at the door on the concert night if available. For more information call (956) 781-0481 or visit www.mcallentownband.org

It’s time again for puffy sleeves and sequin, cumberbuns and bow ties. Experience Prom NOW! This is not a reunion party, but a chance to have PROM now with your current friends and PROM Date!

DATE: Saturday, April 5 TIME: 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Rd. McAllen AGES: 21 & Over FEE: $12 Single #170996.01 $20 Couple #170996.02

16 SENIOR PROGRAMS The City of McAllen Parks and Recreation is proud to offer a wide variety of activities for members of the senior community ages 50 and over. Each member is encouraged to learn something new or take part in a favorite activity. Special events and presentations held throughout the month include birthday celebrations, volunteer opportunities, coffee club and day trips. Programs are FREE unless otherwise noted.

DAILY NUTRITION PROGRAM

SENIOR MONTHLY DANCE

SENIOR MONTHLY TRIP

DATE: TIME: FEE:

DATE: January 15, February 19, March 19, April 16, May 21 TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center FEE: $1.50 per person

SENIOR NEWSLETTER

Hot nutritional meals provided for seniors ages 60 and older. Participants must register in advance.

Monday - Friday 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $0.25 minimum donation

Contact Lark, Las Palmas or Palm View Community Centers to register or for menu information.

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

Take a day trip and visit interesting places and special events throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Location, date, time and fee vary. Ask your local community center for more information.

Check out what’s going on in the senior community! Pick up your senior newsletter and calendar at Lark, Las Palmas and Palm View Community Centers each month.

Visit the world in just one stop! Celebrate food, music, arts, crafts and entertainment inspired by North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and Africa.

Saturday, May 3 9:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m.

Las Palmas Community Center FREE ADMISSION! ALL AGES WELCOME!

500 CARD GAME CONTRACT & DUPLICATE BRIDGE CRIBBAGE, EUCHRE, HEARTS, PINOCHLE, TEXAS HOLD ‘EM BAKE-OFF, VOLLEYBALL BIKE & BIRDING TOUR CROSSWORD PUZZLE SERIES MINIATURE GOLF RACEWAY THUNDER THE GREAT CHASE WALK & TALK WASHERS

BASKETBALL SKILLS BILLIARDS 8-BALL BILLIARDS 9-BALL BOWLING, GOLF HORSESHOES PÉTANQUE, PICKLEBALL SHUFFLEBOARD SWIMMING, RACE WALK TABLE TENNIS PARK VS. PARK COMPETITION & MORE!

THANK YOU SPONSORS!

17 SENIOR YOUTH PROGRAMS CAMPS HEALTH & FITNESS SENIOR AEROBICS

A great way to have fun and stay in shape.

Low impact movements to get your heart pumping.

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

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

WALKING CLUB

Walk indoors around the gym, outdoors around the building or in the park. Stay in shape while having fun getting fit.

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

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

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

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

YOGA

Learn relaxation techniques which include centering and breathing to find inner peace to release stress, tension and anxiety.

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

PLACE: Lark Community Center DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

ADULT NUTRITION CLASS Sponsored in part by the Hidalgo County Agri Life Extension Office, learn to create healthy meals for you and your family.

No fee to participate. Contact Palm View Community Center at (956) 681-3360.

ARTS & CRAFTS

SENIOR CROCHET DATE: Wednesday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

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

DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center FEE: Cost for materials DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center FEE: Cost of materials CINE DE LARK FILMS DATE: Friday TIME: 12:15 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

HEALTHIER YOU

CONJUNTO LAS PALMAS DATE: Thursday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

SENIOR STRETCH

SENIOR KEYBOARDING DATE: Tuesday & Thursday TIME: 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

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

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center Stay flexible and limber for many years to come with 30 minutes of stretching and light movement with hand weights.

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

PLACE: Lark Community Center

DANCE FITNESS

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

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

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

STRETCH & FIT

Increase mobility & flexibility DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 12:35 p.m. - 1:05 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

ARTS & CRAFTS DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center DRAWING & PAINTING Everything you know about drawing and painting will be enhanced and nurtured to produce wonderful artwork.

DATE: Monday, Wednesday & Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center FEE: Cost of materials GOLDEN LARKS DATE: Tuesday TIME: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

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

PLACE: Palm View Community Center SENIOR FOLKLORICO DATE: Wednesday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center SENIOR ZUPER DANCE DATE: Monday & Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center

SPORTS & GAMES

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

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

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

PLACE: Palm View Community Center DATE: Every Other Friday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center FEE: $0.25 BOARD & CARD GAMES DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

PLACE: Las Palmas Community Center

Palm View Community Center BRIDGE DATE: Monday & Friday TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center DOMINOES DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lark Community Center

Las Palmas Community Center POKER & CARD GAMES DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center PICKLEBALL DATE: Monday - Thursday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

PLACE: Palm View Community Center FEE: $1 per visit

18 LIBRARY PROGRAMS PALM VIEW BRANCH LIBRARY 3401 JORDAN RD PHONE: (956) 681-3110 HOURS MONDAY - THURSDAY 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM FRIDAY - SATURDAY 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM SUNDAY 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM

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WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ MCALLENLIBRARY WWW.TWITTER.COM/ MCALLENLIBRARY MAIN LIBRARY 4001 N 23RD STREET PHONE: (956) 681-3000 HOURS MONDAY - THURSDAY 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM FRIDAY - SATURDAY 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM SUNDAY 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM FARMERS MARKET

DATE: Saturdays year round TIME: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

VISIT US ONLINE AT WWW.MCALLENLIBRARY.NET FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF PROGRAMS & EVENTS! LARK LIBRARY 2601 LARK AVE. PHONE: (956) 681-3100 HOURS MONDAY - THURSDAY 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM FRIDAY - SATURDAY 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM SUNDAY 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES Easter Program DATE: Monday, April 14 TIME: 11:00 a.m.

Tuesday, April 15 TIME: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 16 TIME: 10:30 a.m.

Mother’s Day Program DATE: Monday, May 5 TIME: 11:00 a.m.

Tuesday, May 6 TIME: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 7 TIME: 10:30 a.m.

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CHALUPA CHALLENGE DATE: January 3, February 7, March 7, April 4, May 2 TIME: 10:00 A.M. DOMINO TOURNAMENT DATE: January 15, February 19, March 19, April 16, May 21 TIME: 10:00 a.m.

DO – IT – YOURSELF! Simple Soap Making DATE: January 6 at 10:00 a.m.

January 23 at 2:00 p.m.

Cookbook Love: Book Inspired Potluck DATE: February 3 at 10:00 a.m. February 13 at 2:00 p.m.

Lucky Clover Pots DATE: March 3 at 10:00 a.m.

March 20 at 2:00 p.m.

Stepping Stones DATE: April 7 at 10:00 a.m.

April 24 at 2:00 p.m.

Birdhouse DATE: May 5 at 10:00 a.m.

May 22 at 2:00 p.m.

ARTS & CRAFTS Bead Bracelets DATE: Jan. 17 TIME: 10:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

Wooden Spool Dolls DATE: February 28 TIME: 10:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

Aluminum Craft Airplanes DATE: March 28 TIME: 10:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

Garden Treasures Craft DATE: April 11 TIME: 10:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

Terrarium DATE: May 16

TIME: 10:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

PRESENTATION Adult Education Services in Your Community DATE: February 20 TIME: 10:00 a.m.

Home Safety by McAllen Police Department DATE: March 13 TIME: 10:00 a.m.

Texas Workforce Solutions DATE: April 24 TIME: 2:00 p.m.

Hurricane Preparedness by KRGV TV DATE: May 8 TIME: 10:00 a.m.

MOVIE NIGHTS DATE: Wednesday TIME: 6:00 p.m.

MOVIE MATINEE DATE: Weekends Call Palm View Branch Library for info.

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES Mondays..............Family Story time at 6 PM Tuesdays...................Reading Recess at 6PM Wednesdays...................Story Time at 11AM Thursdays.........................Game Day at 6PM Fridays.......Early Literacy program at 11AM Game Night DATE: Sunday TIME: 6:00 p.m.

January 12, February 23, March 23, April 27 & May 25 Movie Night DATE: Sunday TIME: 6:00 p.m.

January 26, February 9, March 9, April 13 & May 11 LIBRARY TEEN ACTIVITIES Game Day DATE: Monday TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Jan. 2 & 20, Feb, 2 & 16, Mar. 3, 17 & 21, Apr. 14 & 28 Drawing Class DATE: Monday TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Jan. 4 & 27, Feb. 10 & 24, Mar.10 & 24, Apr. 7 & 21, May 5 & 19 Craft Time DATE: Tuesday

TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Guitar Hero DATE: Wednesday TIME: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Jan. 8 & 22, Feb. 5 & 19, Mar. 5, 15 & 19, Apr.2 & 16, May 21 Teen Talks DATE: Wednesday TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Jan.15 & 29, Feb. 12 & 26, Mar. 26, Apr. 9 & 23, May 7 & 28 Outdoor Games DATE: Thursday TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Jan. 16 & 30, Feb. 13 & 27, Mar. 13 & 27, Apr. 10 & 24, May 8 Book Talk DATE: Friday TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Jan. 3, 17, 31, Feb. 14 & 28, Mar. 14 & 28, Apr.11 & 25, May 9 & 23 Life Skills DATE: Saturday, Jan. 11 TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

DATE: Saturday TIME: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

January 25, February 8 & 22, March 8 & 22, April 5, May 3 & 17 ART SHOW DATE: Tuesday, April 29 TIME: 4:00 p.m.

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GENERAL INFO 19 CITY OF McALLEN ELECTED OFFICIALS Jim Darling, Mayor Hilda Salinas , Mayor Pro-Tem & Commissioner District 3 Aida Ramirez, Mayor Pro-Tem & Commissioner District 4 Scott Crane, Commissioner District 1 Trey Pebley, Commissioner District 2 John Ingram, Commissioner District 5 Veronica Vela-Whitacre, Commissioner District 6

PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD Brian Lewis, Chair Joe Brown, Vice Chair Alfredo Alvarado Rolando Ayala Joe (Jose G) Gonzalez Kay Jancik Raymond Moreno

Shannon Ortiz Armando Salinas Floyd Seale Mark Wilkins Joaquin Zamora

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

LARK COMMUNITY CENTER Manager, Denny A. Meline Supervisor of Recreation, Jesus Franco LAS PALMAS COMMUNITY CENTER Manager, Samm Mercado Supervisor of Recreation, Megan Gerling PALM VIEW COMMUNITY CENTER Manager, Sarai Garcia Supervisor of Recreation, Wayne Carter Supervisor of Recreation, Kori Waters QUINTA MAZATLAN Manager, Colleen Hook Supervisor of Recreation, Tiff any Kersten Supervisor of Recreation, Carol Goolsby

DIRECTORY OFFICES & SITES

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

(956) 681-3340

Las Palmas Community Center 1921 N. 25th Street

(956) 681-3350

Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Road

(956) 681-3360

Quinta Mazatlan Nature Center 600 Sunset Drive

(956) 681-3370

McAllen Convention Center 700 Convention Center Blvd.

(956) 681-3800

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

(956) 681-3000

Palm View Golf Course 2701 S. Ware Road

(956) 681-3444

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

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

McAllen Youth Soccer Association 4313 N. 10th Avenue (956) 631-0431 McAllen Chamber of Commerce 1200 Ash Avenue

(956) 682-2871

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

(956) 681-3500

McAllen City Hall 1300 Houston

(956) 681-1000

AQUATIC FACILITIES Municipal Pool 1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd

(956) 681-3381

Boys Club Municipal Pool 617 S. 27th Street

(956) 681-3383

Los Encinos Pool 3300 Sarah Avenue

(956) 681-3384

Cascade Pool 1000 Bales Road

Reserve your advertisement space now for sponsorship of the fall, spring and summer editions of the City of McAllen Recreation Activity Guide. This is the McAllen area family go-to guide for fun leisure activities and enrichment programs. Call (956)681-3333 for more information on sponsorship levels, availability and discount oers.

PARK PAVILIONS Airport Park Pavilion Cascade Park Pavilion Firemen’s Park Pavilion Idela Park Pavilion La Vista Park Pavilion Lion’s Park Pavilion Palm View Splash Park Ramiro Guerra Pavilion Westside Park Pavilions Zinnia Park Pavilion

2201 S. 26th Street 1000 S. Bales Road 201 N. 1st Street 3500 Idela Street 100 La Vista Avenue 1201 N. 12th Street 3401 Jordan Road.

1000 S. Ware Road 1000 S. Ware Road 5201 N. 29th Street

SWIMMING POOLS Boys & Girls Club Pool Cascade Pool Los Encinos Pool Municipal Pool

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

COMMUNITY CENTERS Lark Community Center Las Palmas Community Center Palm View Community Center

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

Reservations are accepted in person during regular business hours at the following locations: Lark Community Center Las Palmas Community Center & Palm View Community Center.

Utility bill is required to show proof of McAllen residency. Rental fee and deposit must be paid in full at time of reservation.

For more information on pricing and availability please contact or visit your nearest community center or visit www.mcallen.net