Little Elm Spring 2020 Activity Guide by Town of Little Elm

ACTIVE Spring 2020 Activity Guide

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TOWN OF LITTLE ELM HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE GUIDE ABBREVIATIONS REC Little Elm Recreation Center SRC Little Elm Senior Center LIB Little Elm Library LEP Little Elm Park

INTERACTIVE! CLICK ON LINKS AND COURSES FOR MORE INFORMATION.

LittleElmFun.com LittleElmLibrary.org LittleElmAnimals.org

lerc@littleelm.org library@littleelm.org animals@littleelm.org

972-731-3296 214-975-0430 972-377-1898

Resident/Non-resident A resident pays Town of Little Elm taxes. To confirm your status, visit www.dentoncad.com. The taxes help fund the Recreation Center. That is why a resident gets a discount on classes; their taxes have already helped supplement the cost. There is nothing a Town employee can do regarding resident status.

Credits If a participant becomes ill before a class begins or a class is canceled, a credit equal to the class fee will be provided for future registrations, unless otherwise noted.

Americans with Disabilities Act The Town of Little Elm welcomes all families and individuals to participate in programs and facilities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability.

Cancellations We reserve the right to cancel a class/ activity that does not meet minimum registration.

TDD access is available for the hearing impaired through Relay Texas, 1 (800) 735-2989.

IN THE GUIDE

RESERVATIONS

7 More

Pavilions, Athletic Fields, &

LIBRARY

RECREATION CENTER

8-9

Information & Programs

10-11

SPECIAL EVENTS

PROGRAMS

6 Que

Explore Our Parks & Trails Big Easy, Eggtastic, & Brew &

12-13

Information & Programs

ADULT ATHLETICS

16-17

PARKS & TRAILS

4-5

SENIOR CENTER

Information, Membership Karate, Dance, Art

ADULT FITNESS

14 Group X and Private Group Training

Basketball, Cornhole, Softball

ANIMAL SHELTER

Adopt a Fur-Ever Friend Today!

EXTRAS

19-21 Spiked on the Beach, LEAYSA, Mayor's Fitness Challenge

SWIMMING LESSONS

22-23

FYI 24

WHO WE ARE

Administration Chad Hyde, Community Services Director Missy Meador, Administrative Assistant

WHERE WE ARE

Marketing & Communications Erin Mudie, Communications Manager Krystal Gonzalez, Creative Marketing & Social Media Specialist Meagan Martinez, Lakefront Marketing & Programming Specialist

PARKS ADMIN OFFICES 303 Main St.; 972-731-3296 M-TH, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; F 7:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Recreation Staff Little Elm Recreation Center | 972-731-3277 Jason Peebles, Recreation Manager Andy Adams, Athletics/Aquatics Supervisor Annette Carrico, Senior Center Supervisor Kylie Menocal, Fitness & Wellness Supervisor Schuyler Watson, Recreation Coordinator

Beard Park, 310 E. Eldorado Parkway

Event Staff Alicia Gray, Special Events Manager Chris Frazer, Special Events Coordinator Animal Services Staff Little Elm Animal Shelter | 972-377-1898 Therese Hoofnagle, Animal Services Supervisor Natalie Hall, Animal Services Officer Stephanie Lewis, Animal Services Officer Callie Hastings, Animal Services Officer Parks & Facilities Staff Chuck Fikes, Parks/Facilities Manager Phil Kemmerer, Parks Supervisor Aaron Strickland, Facilities Specialist David Sagan, Facilities Technician Library Staff Little Elm Library | 214-975-0430 Lynette Roberson, Library Manager Laurie McKee, Reference/Tech Services Robert Dowdy, Circulation Supervisor Kelley Anderson, Technical Specialist Sarah Sheraga, Youth Services Librarian

PARKS & SPORTS FACILITIES Boat Ramp, 1101 W. Eldorado Parkway Cottonwood Park, 900 Lobo Ln. Cottonwood Sports Complex, 605 Lobo Ln. Community Center, 107 Hardwicke Ln. Little Elm Park, 701 W. Eldorado Parkway McCord Park, 1800 FM 423 McCord Park Splash Pad, 1001 Witt Rd. Union Park, 4911 Union Park Blvd. LITTLE ELM RECREATION CENTER 303 Main St.; 972-731-3277 M-Th, 5 a.m.-10 p.m; F, 5 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sa, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun, noon-6 p.m. BRENDA BUTTON MILLS SENIOR CENTER 301 Main St.; 972-731-1464 M-F, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sa, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. LITTLE ELM ANIMAL SHELTER 1605 Mark Tree Ln.; 972-377-1898 M-F, 10 a.m.-noon, 1-5 p.m; Sa, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. LITTLE ELM LIBRARY 100 W. Eldorado Parkway; 214-975-0430 M-Th, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; F, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sa-Sun, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 3

LITTLE ELM PARKS &TRAILS Little Elm is proud to boast 66-miles of shoreline and an intricate trail system that continues to expand. We maintain our parks and trails with pride and hope that everyone can visit Little Elm, be active, and see why we’re the Town With A Lake Attitude! We are also a Leave No Trace community. Before you hit one of our parks, trails, or Beach, read these tips: Heading out to hit a trail? Minimize impact and leave no trace with these tips: Know before you go. Learn about the trail you're visiting, what to expect, what you will see, and dress appropriately for your trip. Choose the right path. Stay on the main trail and avoid stepping on small trees and wildflowers. Trash your trash. Be sure to take any food and trash with you when you leave to minimize the impact on wildlife and to keep the area beautiful for all users. Leave what you find behind. Leave plants, rocks, and other items as you find them so others can enjoy them, too! Please treat living plants with respect; do not peel, pick, or cut them. Respect wildlife. It is not uncommon to see wildlife in our parks and on our trails. Observe animals from a distance; do not approach, feed, or follow them. Keep your pets on a leash and clean up after them, too. 44

Beach Information & Rules

• No lifeguard on duty; swim at own risk. • Swim in designated areas only. • Courtesy life jackets are available at the beach. • No smoking or e-cigs. • No grills on the beach. • No pets on the beach. All pets in the park must be on a leash. • No glass containers. • No obscene music. • No camping tents on the beach. • No overnight camping on the beach. • No fishing from the beach and surrounding areas.

Park Information & Rules

• Parks are always open, unless otherwise posted. • Parks are free for everyone. • There is a parking fee between Memorial Day and Labor Day on Saturdays and Sundays. That information can be found online at www.littleelm.org. Parking is free for the rest of the year. • Outside grills are not allowed in the park. Permanent grills are available in designated areas.

Little Elm Park

Beach and Swim Area The best beach in DFW! Our beach is covered in sand that is filtered and cleaned daily. Boat Ramp A daily pass ($10) or yearly pass ($25/resident; $75/non-resident) can be purchased at the kiosk at the ramp, the Parks Admin office, or the Recreation Center. Camping Grounds Primitive camping site with no electrical or showers. Permits are sold at the kiosk inside the camping grounds; $5/night or $15/four nights per tent. There is a four-night maximum in a 30-day period. **Camping rates may vary on holidays and during special events.** Johnny Broyles' Nature Trail The trail is at the north end of the park and is ideal for hiking and biking. Playground This playground is ideal for ages 5-12 and has zip lines, swings, and much more. Lakefront Grill A concession building at the beach. Hours vary by season. Softball fields Two softball fields for league play only. Sand Volleyball There are ten courts on the beach, and two by the playground. Pavilions & Amphitheater These are great spots for parties, events, and family reunions! Reservation information is on page 7.

McCord Park

Playground This playground has the coolest climbing structure! It's ideal for ages 3-12. Disc Golf There is an 18-hole course around the park. This is a free course, and discs are not supplied. Pond Fishing is allowed at the pond with a license. The pond is stocked once a year before the Kid Fish Tournament in September. Trail The concrete trail is great for walkers and bikers and is roughly a mile long. Splash Pad Our newest addition! This will operate until the temperatures begin to drop. The pavilion has two tables and must be reserved.

Beard Park

Playground This award-winning playground is a great place for kids to play and is ideal for those under 7. Historic Village The iconic log cabin and post office brings history to the park! Pavilion This is a great spot for parties, has four tables and must be reserved.

Cottonwood Park

Shoreline A quiet place by the lake. Fishing is allowed with a license. There are picnic tables at the shoreline. Marina This award-winning marina is operated by an outside company. More information is on their website, www.cottonwoodcreekmarina.com. Nature Trail The woodchipped trail is 1.5 miles and ideal for walkers and hikers. Sports Complex The three baseball and one softball fields are for league play. A playground for all ages is in the middle.

Lakefront Trail. The Lakefront

Trail is approximately four miles of crushed granite which connects from Hula Hut/Hydrous to McCord Park. Harts Branch Trail. This milelong concrete-paved trail connects neighborhoods to the Lakefront District and other town amenities. McCord Park Trail. Take a milelong walk through McCord Park and enjoy a disc golf course, pond, Splash Pad and more! District and other Town amenities.

Want to reserve a field, pavilion, or room? Turn to page 7. 5

SPECIAL EVENTS Big Easy in Little Elm Saturday, March 7, 2020 Little Elm Park 701 W. Eldorado Parkway 5-9 p.m.

Join us and Dallas Athletes Racing for crawfish and other Cajun favorites, live music, a 5K, and 10K! The event is open to all ages, however, all runners 21 and over that run the 5K or 10K will receive two beer tickets with their registration. Runners and teams (or "Krewes") are encouraged to dress up. Prizes will be awarded for bestdressed male and female runner and best-dressed krewe. Up to ten people per krewe.

Craft Brew & Que

Saturday, June 6, 2020 Little Elm Park 701 W. Eldorado Parkway 4-9 p.m. The backbone of this event is, of course, craft beer and awesome BBQ! More than 60 breweries and over 150 craft brews will be highlighted from all over the region. Our festival will highlight traditional and exotic barbeque offerings, too. Barbeque offerings will be for purchase at various prices. Craft Brew and BBQ is kid friendly. Folks are encouraged to bring the kiddos and visit the Kid Zone, while Mom and Dad can enjoy the festival.

Eggtastic Easter

Saturday, April 4, 2020 Little Elm Park 701 W. Eldorado Parkway 10 a.m.-1 p.m. We'll have a giant Easter egg hunt, kite flying contest, and children's festival featuring games, rides and a DJ. EGGtastic is free, however food and treats will be for sale. The Easter egg hunt begins promptly at 10 a.m. - so don't be late!

Stay up-to-date on Special Events by visiting www.littleelmspecialevents.com!

RESERVATION INFO The Town of Little Elm offers reservations at all of the locations listed below. Reservations may be made in person at the Parks and Recreation Administrative Office (located inside the Recreation Center, 303 Main Street, Little Elm, TX 75068) during normal office hours, Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Friday 7:30-11:30 a.m. Reservations can also be made online at www.littleelmfun.com; Athletic Facilities and Field Reservations must be done by emailing Andy Adams at aadams@littleelm.org. For information on Tournament pricing, please call 972-731-1466.

RESERVATION FEES

All reservation fees and deposits are due at the time the reservation is made. Discounts are only available in person and not online. Damage Deposit: $100 (All reservations require a $100 refundable damage deposit) Amphitheater: $75 per hour-4 hour minimum ($25 per hour discount for Little Elm Residents) Athletic Fields: $35 per hour ($5 per hour discount for Little Elm Residents) Athletic Field Lights: $20 per hour Community Center: $50 per hour-4 hour minimum ($25 per hour discount for Little Elm Residents) Craft Room: $40 per hour ($20 per hour discount for members of Little Elm Recreation Center) Pavilions: $30 per hour-2 hour minimum ($10 per hour discount for Little Elm Residents) Recreation Center Half Gym: $70 per hour ($20 per hour discount for Little Elm Residents) Multi-Purpose Room: $60 per hour ($20 per hour discount for members of Little Elm Recreation Center) Sand Volleyball Courts: $25 per hour ($10 per hour discount for Little Elm Residents) *Reservations may require a special event application and special event application fee.*

FACILITIES AVAILABLE TO RESERVE ONLINE

Little Elm Community Center 107 Hardwicke Ln. | The community center is a large 55’x30’ room with a kitchen and bathrooms attached. The facility may only be booked once per day, and hold reservations of 100 people or less. Little Elm Park Playground Pavilion 701 W. Eldorado Parkway | The playground pavilion is the larger of the two pavilions at Little Elm Park and is located next to the playground. There are 12 picnic tables located under the pavilion, and a grill attached. Please note that all Little Elm Park reservations are subject to the same parking fees as the general public. Little Elm Park Beach Pavilion 701 W. Eldorado Parkway | The beach pavilion overlooks the beach and sand volleyball courts at Little Elm Park. There are six tables at the beach pavilion. Please note that all Little Elm Park reservations are subject to the same parking fees as the general public. Beard Park Pavilion 310 E. Eldorado Parkway | The Beard Park pavilion is located slightly behind the playground equipment. There are four picnic tables located underneath the pavilion. McCord Park Splash Pad Pavilion 1001 Witt Rd. | The splash pad pavilion is located next to the play area. There are two picnic tables located underneath the pavilion. Little Elm Recreation Center Multi-Purpose Room w/Kitchen 303 Main St. | The multi-purpose room is a large, 28’x42’ tiled room with an attached kitchen, upstairs at the Little Elm Recreation Center. The max occupancy for the room is 86 people, and there is a screen and a projector available. Little Elm Recreation Center Craft Room 303 Main St. | The craft room is a 30’x30’ wood floored room with a sink, upstairs at the Little Elm Recreation Center. The max occupancy for the room is 46 people, and there is a screen and projector available.

Reserve facilities online at www.littleelmfun.com! 7

LITTLE ELM PUBLIC LIBRARY CONTACT US

100 W. Eldorado Parkway 214-975-0430 library@littleelm.org Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

GET A LIBRARY CARD

Check out books and use the Library’s resources with a free card. Texas residents are eligible for a card with photo id and proof of address. Visit the Library to register for a card today!

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

The Little Elm Friends of the Library is a group of people who are committed to sustaining and improving the Library. Meetings are open to the public at the Little Elm Public Library, and are on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m.

MAKERSPACE

Makers, creators, tinkerers, artists, crafters, and entrepreneurs: welcome to the Makerspace at Little Elm Public Library! Whether fun or functional, you supply the creativity, and we'll supply the tools to bring your creations to life. Learn, imagine, create, and, most importantly, make! T he Makerspace is free to use by adults 18+ and teens ages 16+, who are Little Elm Public Library cardholders with accounts in good standing (not expired, no fees or overdue materials). 8

CHECKOUTS AND RESOURCES

With a library card you have access to all of the awesome resources that we have to offer. We're a library of things! Mobile Hotspots. Internet access 24/7! The library has mobile hotspots that can be checked out for three weeks each. Microscopes. See things close up and take your science knowledge to a whole new level! Microscopes can be checked out for three weeks each. VOX™ Books. The world's first audio books that live in print! These books combine outstanding picture books with audio recordings to make early literacy development fun! Telescopes. What's going on out there? See what else is in the sky with a telescope you can check out! Lakefront Discovery STEM Backpacks. Get out, discover, and learn! Check out a backpack and go on an adventure in the parks. Learn about nature, bugs and butterflies, and the beach. Seed Library. Have a green thumb? Patrons can check out up to eight packets of nonGMO heirloom seeds for six months. After harvest, simply return seeds to the seed library for the next patron to enjoy!

DROP-IN ACTIVITIES

All of our activities are offered for free. STORY TIMES Toddler Story Time Preschool Story Time Pajama Story Time Rhythm & Rhyme Story Time

W, 10:15 a.m., 0-3 years W, 11 a.m., 3-6 years Th, 6 p.m., 0-6 years First and Third Su, 2 p.m., 0-6 years

HAVE FUN Family Crafts Lego Builders Club Circuitry Club Family Movie Matinee Sensory Playdate & Story Teen Library Corps Wii Gaming Club

M, 4-5 p.m., 3+ years Th, 4:30 p.m., all ages Th, 4:30 p.m., all ages Third Sa, noon, all ages Second and Fourth Su, noon, 3-6 years Third Sa, 12:30 p.m., 13-18 years Th, 4:30 p.m., 13-18 years

BOOK CLUBS Senior Book Club

First Tu, 1 p.m., At Senior Center

PROGRAMMING

Spring Break at Little Elm Public Library. Drop into the Library during Spring Break from March 16-21 for fun family programming and events, including holiday-themed story times, crafts, and gaming. Bullet Journaling Club. Join us the fourth Saturday of each month from noon to 2 p.m. to get creative and organized in our monthly bullet journaling class. Mid-Zone Book Club. Kids in grades 4-8 are invited to join us the first Tuesday of each month from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for our Mid-Zone Book Club. Teen Book Club. Teens in grades 8-12 are invited to join us the second Saturday of each month from noon to 1 p.m. for our Teen Book Club. Harry Potter Book Night 2020. Celebrate HPBN 2020 on Thursday, February 6, from 6-8 p.m. by putting your skills to the test with this year’s theme: the Triwizard Tournament! There will be activities for all ages! Wear your favorite Harry Potter gear, represent your Hogwarts house (or your other wizarding school goodies), and meet other Potterheads! Summer Reading Kick Off. Are you ready for Summer Reading? Online sign up begins Tuesday, May 26, and join us for our Summer Reading Kick-Off celebration Tuesday, June 2!

DIGITAL SERVICES The Little Elm Public Library is more than just books! We offer a wide array of digital and electronic services, educational and career services, and much more! Learn about everything the Library has to offer at www.littleelmlibrary.org or check out our list of services below: Mobile Printing. Print what you need from your PC, tablet, or smart phone. Exam Proctoring. Need to take a test? We can help with our appointment-only exam proctoring services. Calendar. Find upcoming events and programs. Interlibrary Loans. Do you need an article, book, or other material that the Little Elm Public Library does not own? The Library's Interlibrary Loan (ILL) service will attempt to get it for you. Tech Tools. We offer public-use PCs, color and black and white printing services, large format printing, faxing, scanning, free Wi-Fi access, as well as webcam and microphone service. Internet To Go. Check out a mobile hotspot. Become a U.S. Citizen. We offer online resources for you to study and practice for your citizenship exam. Resume Services. Create a resume online with our Resume Maker Pro service. Health Reference Center. Discover periodicals and reference book content designed for both nursing and allied health students as well as consumer health researchers. Reference USA. Search business and consumer databases, job skills, location, and industry to find business opportunities, companies, business information, addresses, phone numbers, and news articles for research. Rocket Languages. Want to learn a new language? Check out these practical online language tools. cloudLibrary. Check out books online! cloudLibrary makes it easy to find what you need online, using the web, a tablet, or your phone! Freading. Freading is a new online service for Little Elm Library cardholders to download eBooks to their favorite devices. Freading offers over 11,000 titles in all genres. ComicsPlus. Find your favorite comics online! RB Digital Media. Read magazines, watch movies, documentaries, concerts, and classic TV, listen to lectures, take classes or take ACT or SAT prep classes. Education Services. We offer a wide range of online education services including GED prep, college test prep, K-12 education, career prep and exams, and classes to improve your reading, writing, and math skills! Tumblebooks. Online assortment of children's books, magazines, and videos. 9

LITTLE ELM RECREATION CENTER CONTACT US

303 Main St. 972-731-3277 lerc@littleelm.org

HOURS OF OPERATION

FITNESS AREA

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

Monday-Thursday 5 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday 5 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday noon-6 p.m.

The fitness area is open to ages 15 and older. Children ages 12-14 must have a parent actively supervising.

A membership or day pass is required for the Recreation Center, which includes access to the fitness area, group fitness, fitness studios, and gymnasium.

FITNESS AREA ORIENTATION

WHO IS A LITTLE ELM RESIDENT?

Resident status for a discounted membership at the Little Elm Recreation Center is determined by Town of Little Elm property tax status. Often, non-residents will have a Little Elm address even though they do not pay Little Elm taxes. You may check your tax status on www.dentoncad.com. Proof of residency for all members must be shown at the time of registration, before purchasing a membership or day pass.

Every member receives a free 30-minute gym orientation with a personal trainer. Contact a personal trainer directly to schedule your orientation.

PERSONAL TRAINING

Trainers use cutting-edge training techniques, and guide and motivate each person to reach their fitness goals. Prices may vary based on trainer. 30-minute sessions start at $35 per session, and 60-minute sessions start at $60 per session. Contact each trainer for specific pricing and package details. Membership not required.

Visit the Rec Center online at: www.littleelmrec.com

KID ZONE Ages 6 months-8 years Child watch while you work out or participate in a class! Kids can enjoy supervised play time in a safe place. Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday 4:30-8:30 p.m.

GENERAL RULES FOR KID ZONE

MEMBERSHIP PASSES

Little Elm Resident Monthly Annual Youth, ages 8-17 $15 $135 Adult, ages 18-49 $20 $170 Senior, ages 50+ $15 $135 Family* $45 $420 Non-Resident Monthly Annual Youth, ages 8-17 $25 $230 Adult, ages 18-49 $30 $255 Senior, ages 50+ $25 $230 Family* $70 $650

• The child must be a member, or

Day Pass Youth, ages 8-17 Adult, ages 18-49 Senior, ages 50+

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

*Family memberships allow for six immediate family members living in the same household. Dependents may remain on the family pass until age 23.

have a Kid Zone day pass, which is $2.

Resident $3 $5 $3

Non-Resident $5 $7 $5

• The child must not be sick. • The stay may not exceed more than two hours per day. • Check the website, www.littleelmrec.com for more information.

Looking for Group X classes? Visit www.littleelmgroupx.com for more information on classes and class times or check out page 14.

RECREATION PROGRAMS

RECREATION

Red Tiger Karate. Red Tiger offers a complete white through black belt program. The junior program develops self-esteem and bully defense. Teen and adult classes focus on street self-defense and fitness. Sessions are nine weeks. Classes are Thursday nights at the Little Elm Recreation Center and are eight to nine weeks long. For registration and session information, please visit www. redtigerkarate.com. 3/23-5/22 Th

6:30-7:30 pm

5-12

REC

$60

Tippi Toes Dance. Tippi ToesÂŽ Dance Company cheerfully provides children 18 months to six years of age with a fun, positive and nurturing environment so they are able to experience the joys of dance, self-expression and movement. Toddler & Me Dance | Mondays 10 a.m. for kids 18 months-3 years-old. Music, movement and the basic dance steps are introduced in a friendly and positive manner. Ballet, Jazz, and Tap | Mondays 11 a.m. for kids 3-6 years-old. In this class students will learn spatial awareness, build selfconfidence and make new friends! For more information and registration, visit http://www.tippitoesdance.com. For information on pricing, please visit http:// www.tippitoesdance.com/north-dallas/. Spring Break Art Camp. Give your young artist an opportunity o peak their interest in fine art, and gain enthusiasm by the confidence derived from immediate success from the very first lesson! Stepby-step instruction is taught, so students can learn about color theory, brush strokes, perspective, and more using five different mediums (oil acrylic, watercolor, oil pastels, and charcoal) while developing a greater understanding of the visual world! NOT CRAFTS! Students will paint landscapes, seascapes, underwater, flowers, birds, still life and more. All art supplies (including canvases) are included. Register online at www.lakefrontrecreation.com. 3/9-3/12 M-Th 1:30-4:15pm 6-13

REC

$139

Stroller Strides. Each 60-minute, total body workout incorporates power walking/ jogging, strength, toning, and fun for kids. The classes are set up for all different fitness levels and are taught by certified instructors. The first class is free, and then three days per week is $60 per month. There is a one-time registration fee of $75 (or $50 if you join at your first class) that includes your member bag, band, and T-shirt! *Not included in half off special. Register online at: https:// mckinney.fit4mom.com T

9:30-10:30 am

LEP

9:30-10:30 am

LEP

9:30-10:30 am

LEP

Kidz Love Soccer. This is for kids ages 2-10 to learn soccer in a fun, team focused environment. They will learn skills and practice footwork. Classes are at Little Elm Recreation Center gym or Little Elm Park field on Thursdays. To register for any class, please visit kidzlovesoccer.com/classes. php Winter Session 2 | 2/20-3/12 Mommy & Me (2-3.5)

4-4:30 pm

Tot/PreSoccer (3.5-4)

4:40-5:10 pm

Soccer 1 (5-6)

5:15-6 pm

Soccer 2 (7-10)

6-6:45 pm

Spring Session 1 3/26-4/16 Spring Session 2 4/30-5/21 Tot/PreSoccer (3.5-4)

4-4:35 pm

Soccer 1 (5-6)

4:35-5:20 pm

Soccer 1 (7-10)

5:20-6:05 pm

Mommy & Me

6:15-6:45 pm

PROGRAMMING Twist3d Cuisine. Kids can enjoy a great day of cooking with Chef Jamal! This class will fill up quickly and is only open to the first 24 kids that register. For $10 your child will learn how to cook a fun dish, while also learning the basics of being in the kitchen. This class is for kids ages 7-14, and all children must register online before participating. To register your child, please visit www.lakefrontrecreation.com. Once the dates for March-May are finalized they will be posted on this website as well. TX License to Carry Class, ages 21+. This course will cover all the state required 2/22 Sa 10:30 am-noon 7-14 LERC $10 topics, basic firearm safety, safe handling March TBD Sa 10:30 am-noon 7-14 LERC $10 and storage, non-violent dispute resolution, April TBD Sa 10:30 am-noon 7-14 LERC $10 use of force laws, civil liability, Texas May TBD Sa 10:30 am-noon 7-14 LERC $10 concealed handgun laws, shooting grip and more. A shooting range test can be scheduled Skyhawks. Skyhawks offers a multitude of camps, clinics, and classes in a variety of sports. through the instructor and does have an extra Classes are geared towards younger children, and are a great introduction into sports. To regfee. There is a $10 discount for veterans and ister for any camp or class, please visit www.skyhawks.com. For questions about the program, active military. Rental handguns are available email David Pineda at dpineda@skyhawks.com. for $10. Please register for this class at, www. Spring Break Basketball Camp lakefrontrecreation.com 3/9-3/13

M-F

9 am-noon

6-12

REC

$149

3-16-3/20

M-F

9 am-noon

6-12

REC

$149

Mini-Hawk 3/4-3/25

5-5:35 pm

3-4

REC

$55

3-4-3/25

5:45 pm-6:30 pm

5-6

REC

$55

4/8-4/29

5-5:35 pm

3-4

REC

$55

4/8-4/29

5:45 pm-6:30 pm

5-6

REC

$55

3/10-3/31

5-5:45 pm

6-8

REC

$55

3/10-3/31

6-6:45 pm

9-12

REC

$55

4/7-4/28

5-5:45 pm

6-8

REC

$55

4/7-4/28

6-6:45 pm

9-12

REC

$55

Volleyball Camp

Basketball and Mini-Hawk Basketball Camp 3/2-4/6

4:45-5:25 pm

4-6

REC

$55

3/2-4/6

5:30-6:30 pm

7-12

REC

$55

4/13-5/18

4:45-5:25 pm

4-6

REC

$80

4/13-5/18

5:30-6:30 pm

7-12

REC

$80

9-10 am 9-10 am

6-12 6-12

REC REC

$55 $80

Track and Field Camp 3/7-3/28 S 4/4-5/9 S

3/14

Sa 9 am-2 pm

REC

$65

4/11

Sa 9 am-2 pm

REC

$65

5/9

Sa 9 am-2 pm

REC

$65

Exploring Dance by 3-D Dance, ages 3+. Explore different types of dance with Leaps and Beats! Learn ballet and jazz in Leaps and Beats. Enjoy ballet, jazz, and hip hop in Style Fusion. Classes meet weekly, and students may join at the beginning of any month. Sessions are monthly with a recital at the end of each session. Register at www.3-ddance.com/lerc.

Leaps & Beats W

5:45-6:30 pm

3-5

REC

$68

6:30-7:15 pm

3-5

REC

$68

9:30-10:15 am

3-5

REC

$68

6-10

REC

$68

Style Fusion (Jazz/Hip-Hop) W

7:15-8 pm

GROUP FITNESS Yoga. Increases overall body awareness, flexibility, balance, and strength through various Yoga styles and postures. Barre. Stretch, tone, and tighten with isometric movements inspired by ballet. PIYO®. Pilates + Yoga + nonstop movement! PiYo® combines the muscle-sculpting, core-firming benefits of Pilates with the strength and flexibility of yoga. Zumba®. Have fun burning calories with a heart pumping, hip-shaking, Latin cardio dance workout! Learn salsa, calypso, samba, and more - all in one class. Abs & Core. This quick 30 minute workout tones and sculpts the abdomen, back, and hip muscles to improve balance, stability, and increase overall fitness level. Strength & Cardio. A combination circuit/bootcamp, this is a great way to add cardio to strength. Pure Strength. Build muscle and burn fat. No cardio allowed! By using bar and hand weights along with effective lifting techniques, develop long, lean muscles.

F.I.T. Fusion. Functional Interval Training! Maintaining a moderate to high cardio level with bursts of anaerobic intensity will kick your metabolism into high gear. Fit & Fabulous. A mix of strength training, cardio, toning, and core to keep you in shape, healthy, and active. Customized class for all fitness levels! Cycle. Limited to nine stationary bikes; this class is a cardio favorite! Turbo Kick. With fierce combos and fat-scorching strength and cardio moves, this Beachbody class is a calorie burning favorite! Lunchtime Fit. Sneak a quick workout into your workday! Step, Strength, & Slide. Ready to get on that “step"? Try this step class mixed with strength training! Pilates. A fantastic low impact workout that emphasizes breath, alignment, and control. By combining deep core strengthening exercises with proper movement patterns, Pilates creates strength while improving flexibility and balance.

VIEW OUR GROUPX FITNESS SCHEDULE AT: WWW.LITTLEELMGROUPX.COM

PRIVATE GROUP TRAINING TRX 30

Work with Personal Trainer, Kelli Wilsey, to build strength, balance, coordination, and joint stability in private group training sessions. The 30-minute course is suitable for all fitness levels. Date

Day

Time

3/6-3/26

M, Th

5:30-6 pm

REC

$85

6062

4/6-4/30

M, Th

5:30-6 pm

REC

$85

6063

5/4-5/28

M, Th

5:30-6 pm

REC

$85

6064

Loc

Cost

Code

B S

BRENDA BUTTON MILLS SENIOR CENTER AARP CLASS. This free, one four-hour class is designed for individuals ages 50 and over. It is not necessary to be a member of the AARP to participate and there are no exams. Class is May 15, 2020 from 12:30-4:30 p.m. LADIES TEA. Ladies, come join us for a delightful tea and light luncheon. It is a great way to spend some time with some truly wonderful senior ladies and maybe make some new friends. A MATTER OF BALANCE. Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities as a result. This award-winning program can help you manage your fall risk and increase your activity levels. Class size is limited, and you will only get full benefits from the class if you commit to the full 8-week program Feb. 3, 17, 24, and March 2, 16, 23, 30. Class time is 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Come Visit Us

301 Main St. | 972-731-1464 Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Members 50+ Membership is free and allows participants to enjoy any of our weekly and monthly activities. Most activities are free, however some trips may require a fee. Please fill out the form at the front desk to finalize your membership. The newsletter is handed out at the senior monthly luncheon during sign-in. Extra newsletters may be available at the front desk and can also be found online at https://bit.ly/2GCTwUJ.

Drop-In Weekly Activities

F | 1-3:30 p.m./Second Sat 10:30- 1 p.m.

DROP-IN MONTHLY ACTIVITIES

All of our activities are offered to members for free. Birthday Social, second Monday at 1 p.m. Book Club, first Tuesday at 1 p.m. Movie Day, first and third Tuesday at 2 p.m. Monthly Luncheon, fourth Tuesday The main meal is provided, and members may bring a side dish or dessert to share. Meal served at noon, arrive as early as 11 a.m. Vitamin B12 Shots, third Wednesday 10 a.m. ProSalutem provides onsite shots for $20. Genealogy, third Wednesday at noon & 1 p.m. Bingo, second Saturday at 10:30 a.m Cards are $1 each and are on sale the first 30 minutes. Bunco, second Tuesday at 1 p.m. Chemo Care Bags, fourth Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. Lend a helping hand by helping assemble ChemoCare bags to be distributed to brighten and lighten the load being felt by those going through chemotherapy. Pinochle, every Thursday at 11 a.m. This is a tricktaking card game for two to four players and played with a 48 card deck. Huggie Quilts, every Tuesday at 10 a.m. Volunteers are creating kid-sized Huggie Quality to give to children in crisis. No sewing experience necessary. Little Lively Ladies Second Friday at 9 a.m. Lively Little Elm Ladies is our name, community service is our game!!! We create items for multiple charities. All willing hands are welcome. An opportunity is here for everybody. No skills required. Card Party. A fun-loving group of card players invite you to join them for their Friday card game at noon. 15

ADULT ATHLETICS

ADULT BASKETBALL. Grab your friends and hoop it up, in our Monday night 4v4 Adult Basketball league. This league is a

menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4v4 small court/full court that is open to both teams and individuals. Teams call their own fouls, and the Town will provide staff to help oversee any issues. All participants must register, and small groups, friends, or teams need to make a note during registration, and we will keep you together. Registration is $25 per person, and includes a shirt/jersey for each participant. All leagues are played at Little Elm Recreation Center gym. Leagues are guaranteed 12 games per season, two games per night (games are to 15 by 1s and 2s or 20 minutes), plus one week of playoffs. Registration for Session 1 Basketball begins on 1/27 and closes on 2/23. The first games will be played on 3/2. Date 3/2-5/18

Day M

Time

Loc

6-10 pm

REC

Cost $25 per person

ADULT SAND VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE. Join us for tons of fun and play Sand Volleyball on the beach, with 2

different leagues on 2 different nights. Our Monday night league is for 4v4 coed teams only (must have at least one girl to play each night), and registration is $150 per team. Our Wednesday night league is a coed 6v6 league where every player must sign up individually. Registration for the Wednesday night league is $25 per player and each player must sign up individually. This registration will include your team jersey for the league as well. If you have a small group, friend, or entire team, simply make a note of that during registration, and we will be sure and keep you together. Teams being put together will have a minimum of 8 people per roster. All leagues are played at the beach at Little Elm Park, 701 W. Eldorado Parkway. Leagues play double headers for 4 weeks, plus one week of playoffs. We will have league wide meetup nights to go over rules and answer any questions about the league. Registration for session 1 sand volleyball begins on 3/2 and ends on 3/29, with games beginning on 4/6. The drop-dead week for this season is 5/25-5/27, and the drop-dead tournament will take place on 5/30. Type Coed 4v4

Date 4/9-5/25

Day M

Time 6-10 pm

Loc LEP

Cost $150 per team

Coed 6v6

4/5-5/27

6-10 pm

LEP

$25 per person

ADULT INDOOR VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE. Join us for tons of fun and play Indoor Volleyball at the Little Elm Recreation Center, with two different leagues on two different nights. Registration is $150 for 4v4 teams, or $175 for 6v6 teams. Leagues are coed, and the 4v4 league is a more competitive league than the 6v6 league. Leagues are guaranteed six games per season (some seasons will play eight), plus one week of playoffs. Registration for Spring Indoor Volleyball begins 3/2, and closes on 2/39. The first games will be played the week of 4/7. Type

Date

Day

Time

Loc

Cost

Coed 4v4

4/7-6/4

7-10 pm

REC

$150

Coed 6v6

4/9-6/6

7-10 pm

REC

$175

INDIVIDUAL PICKLEBALL LADDER LEAGUE. Enjoy our great league concept where you will get to play with new

partners every game. You will move up and down the rankings based on how you score each week. Registration is $20 per player, and league shirts are available at $10 per shirt. Leagues are guaranteed seven weeks of games. Registration for Session 3 Pickleball begins on 3/9, and closes on 4/8. The first games will be played on 4/15. Type Date Day Time Loc Cost Session 3

4/15-5/27 W

6-10 pm

REC

$20

PICKLEBALL OPEN GYM. Picklball is open to any age group. Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of

badminton, tennis, and table tennis and is played in the gymnasium. Pickleball requires a membership or day pass to play. Pickleball only memberships are available for $20/year for residents, and $40/year for non-residents. Pickleball has open play in the gym on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 2 p.m.

PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT - MARCH 20. Grab a friend and get ready to dink and slam all day long at our pickleball tournament on Friday, March 20. The cost is $20 per team, and we will have separate open divisions for men, women, and coed. This tournament will be a four-game guarantee, with three pool play games into a single-elimination bracket. Each division is limited to the first 12 teams to register, and there will be prizes for the top three teams in each division. Email aadams@littleelm.org for more information. 16

ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES. Adult softball leagues are played under the USSSA guidelines and are offered at numerous

skill levels. Leagues play eight regular-season games, with some teams playing one to two games each night. Leagues will have a one-night playoff after the regular season for the top four to six teams. Players must be 16 years of age or older to participate. E leagues are recreational and are allowed one home run, and D leagues are competitive and are allowed four home runs. Each team is allowed a maximum of 16 players on their team roster. Registration is for teams only, and teams will have the option of registering and paying all at once or paying a down payment and sending links to their roster to pay the remaining balance. All adult softball leagues have a drop-dead date for each season, in which games must be completed. Any leagues/divisions that have rainouts and need to make up games must complete their games by the drop-dead week listed below. If all games are not completed, a tournament will be help on the drop-dead Saturday listed below to get each team their required eight games. There are no refunds for the league, and the drop-dead tournament will be the only way games are made up if there are three or more rainouts on the same day/night during the season. Registration for spring adult softball leagues begins on 1/27 and ends on 2/23, with games beginning the week of 3/1. The drop-dead week for this season is 5/3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5/8, and the drop-dead tournament will take place on 5/9. Type Day Date Time Loc Cost Type Day Date Time Loc Cost Coed D (4HR)

3/1-5/3

6-11 pm LEP

$350

Coed D(4HR)

5/10-7/12

6-11 pm

LEP

$350

Mens D (4HR) M

3/2-5/4

7-11 pm LEP

$350

Mens D(4HR)

5/11-7/13

7-11 pm

LEP

$350

Mens E (1HR) W

3/4-5/6

7-11 pm LEP

$350

Mens E(1HR)

5/13-7/15

7-11 pm

LEP

$350

COED E (1HR) F

3/6-5/8

7-11 pm LEP

$350

COED E(1HR)

5/15-7/17

7-11 pm

LEP

$350

CORNHOLE LEAGUE. Grab some friends and join the fastest growing league in Little Elm. Teams are made up of 4 players each night, and the Town will supply the boards for the league. You may bring your own bags or use ours. Registration is $100 per team, and teams must register and pay online at www.lakefrontrecreation.com, before the season begins. Teams are guaranteed 12 matches per season (some seasons will play 16), plus one week of playoffs for the top 4-6 teams. For league dates or questions about the league please email aadams@littleelm.org. Registration for Session 1 cornhole begins on 2/3 and ends on 3/1, with games beginning on 3/5. The drop-dead week for this season is 4/23, and the drop-dead tournament will take place on 4/25. Registration for session 2 cornhole begins on 3/30 and ends on 4/26, with games beginning on 4/30. The drop-dead week for this season is 6/18, and the drop-dead tournament will take place on 6/20. Type Date Day Time Loc Cost Session 1

3/5-4/23

6-10 pm

LEP

$100

Session 2

4/30-6/18 Th

6-10 pm

LEP

$100

KICKBALL. Grab a friend and take yourself back to the playground with our fun-filled kickball league. Register as an individual and

request to be with your friends who have signed up as well, and we will keep you all together. All registrations will include your team jersey. We will put teams together and pass out jerseys before the first week of games. If you have a whole team, note that when each person registers and we will keep everyone together. This league is coed, and each team must have a minimum of four girls to play each game. Entire teams must register a minimum of 12 people, and teams created from small groups or individuals will have a minimum roster of 14 people with a minimum of six girls per team. Teams will play eight regular-season games and one to two games per night, depending on the number of teams in the league. Registration for Session 1 kickball begins on 1/27 and ends on 2/23, with games beginning on 3/3. The drop-dead week for this season is 5/19, and the drop-dead tournament will take place on 5/30. Registration for session 2 kickball begins on 4/20 and ends on 5/17, with games beginning on 5/26. The drop-dead week for this season is 8/11, and the drop-dead tournament will take place on 8/15. Date

Day

Time

Loc

Cost

3/20-5/19

6-10 pm

LEP

$25

5/26-8/11

6-10 pm

LEP

$25

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ANIMAL SHELTER LOOKING FOR A FURR-EVER FRIEND? Adopt from the Little Elm Shelter! View adoptable dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens online at www.littleelmanimals.org! The Animal Services division and the Animal Shelter take a customer-driven approach to taking care of animals. We strive to maintain a clean and inviting animal shelter, and we believe in the professional and ethical performance of our duties, and work to provide a safe and healthy environment for all animals in our care.

ADOPTION INFORMATION 1605 Mark Tree Lane 972-377-1898 Hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday Closed

All stray animals are held for five days before being placed for adoption, no exceptions. Once an animal is ready for adoption, we do not hold or reserve for any reason. We adopt and release to rescue on a first-come, first-served basis. Adoption fees are $75 per animal, and the fee includes: • Rabies/vaccines • Neuter/spay • Microchip

LOW-COST ADOPTION CLINIC

To see a full list of vaccinations and services that will be provided, please visit www.littleelmanimals.org. No appointment necessary, but please be patient in the line. TCAP is a low-cost program that provides care for animals. TCAP works to make high quality, preventable care achievable for all pet owners. 5/2 9/5 12/5

Sa Sa Sa

10 am-noon 10 am-noon 10 am-noon

Free Free Free

Join us for fun in the sun! Sign up for our Spiked on the Beach event on Saturday, April 25! Teams must be Coed 4v4 (min 1 girl on court at all times, no girl touch rule). Cost: $100 per team (includes giveaways for team members). Check in starts at 7:30 a.m., and games begin at 9 a.m. Five game guarantee with pool play single games and bracket play matches. Registration begins on 3/1 and ends on 4/23. Brackets will be released on 4/24. Prizes awarded to the top four teams.

Register at www.lakefrontrecreation.com. Grab a friend and join us to throw some bags in our inaugural Lakefront Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, March 28 at Little Elm Beach! Registration will open on 3/1 and end on 3/26. Brackets will be released on 3/27.

- Two person teams - Cost: $50 per team. - Each team willl play five games - Check-in starts at 9 a.m. - Players will receive swag and a shirt - Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams.

F.Y.I.

LEAYSA

(Little Elm Area Youth Sports Association)

LEAYSA is a non-profit youth sports association made up of volunteers that help coordinate and promote organized kids sports leagues. We are dedicated to sports education and participation for the youth in the Little Elm and surrounding communities. Our goal is to provide positive sporting experiences for children of all ages. LEAYSA currently offers: • Baseball • Basketball • Cheer • Football • Soccer • Softball • Track • Volleyball Learn more about LEAYSA at www.leaysa.com! 20

F.Y.I. (for your information) MFC The Little Elm Mayor's Fitness Challenge kicks off again on Saturday, March 21! This annual challenge, started by Mayor David Hillock in 2015, is an intensive six-week program that runs from March 23 to May 1. The cost to participate is $25 for individuals and $65 for families. The family rate covers six members residing in the same household. Family memberships require one or two heads of household and other participants must be under 23 years of age. Those participating in the program will set personal goals for weight loss or fitness and will receive weight loss tips, wellness coaching, workout instruction, and nutrition advice. Additionally, participants will receive a 30-minute free personal training session, T-shirt, and swag bag. Register online at www.littleelmmfc.com or in person at the Little Elm Recreation Center, 303 Main Street, Little Elm. After registration, participants will undergo a preliminary fitness assessment. Participants recieve: • DAILY work-out moves that can be done at home or at the gym • WEEKLY videos and tips for a healthy lifestyle • WEEKLY coaching sessions by our fitness gurus • ONE free 30 minute personal training session • A TEAM to cheer you on throughout the challenge • An MFC 2020 T-shirt • A starter pack full of healthy recipes, tips, eating out guide in Little Elm, and more • WEEKLY prizes and giveaways • Parties to kick-off and end the challenge • Fun meetups and activities throughout the challenge • One free registration per MFC participant in the Spiked on the Beach tournament • And much more!

F.Y.I.SWIMMING The Town of Little Elm offers swim lessons each summer through a partnership with our local HOAs. Regular group lessons, as well as private lessons, are offered in the mornings and evenings at a few of our local HOA pools. All lessons, both group and private, are 30 minutes long. In case of inclement weather, the Town of Little Elm reserves the right to add time to each class or reschedule for a Friday to make time up. Please view the inserts in this guide for a detailed schedule at each pool, or visit www.lakefrontrecreation.com to view all schedules. Registration Dates (For Sessions 1 and 2 beginning in June) Each course listed is $70 for eight days of instruction. There are discounts for members of participating HOA's and Little Elm residents. In-person registration is at the Little Elm Recreation Center. For a list of partnering HOAs, please visit www.lakefrontrecreation.com. April 1, 2020 – Registration opens in person only for residents in participating HOAs ($20 per course discount for members of participating HOAs, no discount for private lessons). April 15, 2020 – Registration opens in person only for Little Elm residents not in participating HOAs ($10 per course discount for Little Elm residents, no discount for private lessons). May 1, 2020 – Online registration opens to public/nonresidents. No discounts are given online, only in person at the Little Elm Recreation Center. Registration Dates (For Sessions 3 and 4 beginning in July) Each course listed is $70 for eight days of instruction. There are discounts for members of participating HOA's and Little Elm residents. In-person registration is at the Little Elm Recreation Center. For a list of partnering HOAs, please visit www.lakefrontrecreation.com. May 1, 2020 – Registration opens in person only for residents in participating HOAs ($20 per course discount for members of participating HOAs, no discount for private lessons). May 15, 2020 – Registration opens in person only for Little Elm residents not in participating HOAs ($10 per course discount for Little Elm residents, no discount for private lessons). June 1, 2020 – Online registration opens to public/nonresidents. No discounts given online, only in person at the Little Elm Recreation Center. The Town of Little Elm offers private and semi-private swim lessons at each of the participating HOA pools. We offer one on one, two on one, and three on one instruction. Groups larger than three will need to all sign up for the same class listed above or contact the Athletics and Aquatics Supervisor aadams@littleelm.org, for special pricing. Please be aware that our private instruction will only work on skills up to Learn to Swim 4 and nothing higher. The price for one on one instruction is $85 per week, while two on one instruction is $75 per person per week, and three on one instruction is $65 per person per week. All of these prices are regardless of residency. To register a two on one or three on one private lesson, you must email aadams@littleelm.org. 22

F.Y.I. LESSONS Please note that each swim class (except private and semi-private swim lessons) has a maximum of six participants per class and a minimum of three participants per class. Classes with fewer than three enrollees the Friday before class is scheduled to start will be moved or combined with other classes to meet the minimum enrollment. Classes may be moved at the Town’s discretion if only two or fewer classes have enough enrollments to make. The Town of Little Elm will only offer swim lessons up to Learn to Swim 4. For general inquiries about the Town of Little Elm’s Aquatics program, please email aadams@ littleelm.org. A general breakdown of each level of swim lessons the Town of Little Elm offers can be found at www.lakefrontrecreation.com. For general inquiries about the Town of Little Elm’s Aquatics program, please email aadams@littleelm.org. We try our best to ensure every child learns to swim and understand water safety. Each child learns at his/her own pace and it cannot be guaranteed that all students will pass the level class they are currently enrolled. They will be taught valuable safety skills and introduced to both simple and complex swimming skills.

Visit www.lakefrontrecreation.com for more information!

F.Y.I. (for your information) Heading out on vacation for Spring Break? Use the Little Elm Police Department's Vacation Watch while you're gone to protect your home and valuables. Fill out the form at https://www.littleelm.org/DocumentCenter/ View/8728/Vacation-WatchForm?bidId=.

Clean & Green. Mark your calendars for the next Town Clean & Green scheduled for Saturday, April 4 from 8 a.m.noon. The event collects Household Harmful Waste, tires for recycling, electronic waste recycling, metal recycling, and document shredding recycling.

Download the My

Water Advisor App. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s FREE, secure, and now available! The Town of Little Elm offers free service to allow residential customers access to their consumption habits. My Water Advisor is available as a mobile app for both iOS and Android, and online to set thresholds that will alert via text message or email. Learn more at: https://www.littleelm. org/1414/My-Water-AdvisorApp. Construction continues for the new aquatic park! Be sure to visit www.littleelmaquaticpark.com or like and follow the Little Elm Parks & Recreation page on Facebook for updates here: https://www. facebook.com/LittleElmParksandRecreation/.

These events are held in the spring and fall each year at the Public Works Service Center located at 1600 Mark Tree Lane. You will need to bring a current water bill and photo identification to enter the drop site.

The Wood Family Dog Park is slated to open this spring! We know you (and your pups) will love it!

Touch-a-Truck. Save the date for Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m.2 p.m. for the Little Elm Town Expo and Touch-a-Truck! This event showcases our different departments, services and shows off the Town's equipment for kids young and old alike to enjoy! Spring Maintenance Reminders: February: Mow to prevent winter weeds from flowering. Turn off Irrigation if you have not done this earlier in the winter. Use post-emergent herbicides to control winter weeds. Trim roses with 45 degree cut at bud eye. March: Apply pre-emergent herbicides for summer weed control. Do not scalp yard - it only encourages weed growth. Conduct an irrigation audit to get ready for summer. April: Fertilize turf after it is actively growing i.e. mowed 2-3 times. Plant summer annual flowers and vegetables. Watermyyard.org to determine when to water lawns. Time to Make It Count! By April 1, 2020, every home will receive an invitation to participate in the 2020 Census. Once the invitation arrives, you should respond for your home in one of three ways: by mail, by phone, or online! Get the information you need about the census and why it is important to the community at www.census.gov.