Summer 2014 Naturally Fun Magazine

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Summer 2014 Naturally Fun Magazine
2014 SUMMER
NATURALLY FUN
A R LINGT O N
P A R K S
UNPLUG&
CONNECT
Unplugging from our work, our devices
and our hectic schedules is crucial for
our health and wellness. PAGE 6
AND
R E C R E ATI O N
D E P A R TM E NT
Cinco de
Mayo
Celebration
Live music from national
recording artist Cheyo
Carrillo, food and drink
specials, kids activities and
much more in Downtown
Arlington on July 3. PAGE 79
Out is In!
We invite you to get out and
explore the many different
ways Arlington Parks and
Recreation contributes to
the quality of life in our
great city! PAGE 8
Naturally Fun
Proposal
Two Arlington Parks and Recreation
regulars are loving married life after a
Naturally Fun romance that was sparked at
Senior Center New York. PAGE 37
YOUR ONE-STOP SOURCE FOR INFORMATION ON THE ARLINGTON PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
First Hit to the Outfield
Personal Best Mile Run
Breaking 100 on the Links
Learning a New Chord
Fishing with Grandpa
We’re here to create moments. We believe that
parks, recreational opportunities and open
spaces provide a foundation for the physical,
social, economic and environmental viability
and well-being of Arlington. Our Mission
is to provide quality facilities and services
that are responsive to a diverse community,
and sustained with a focus on partnerships,
innovation and environmental leadership.
Welcome to Arlington Parks and Recreation.
Welcome to Naturally Fun.
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Get to know your City of Arlington Parks and Recreation Department even better through the clean, visual
interface of our website. Explore parks and facilities on the interactive map, including a Park Finder page
that shows you all of the parks in the area with the amenities you’ve selected. Stay up to date by following
the NaturallyFun News and checking the calendar of events. The cutting edge, responsive design allows
you to access the information you need — anytime, anywhere and automatically formatted to your device!
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Unplug & Connect See
how unplugging from life’s
distractions is crucial for our
health and wellness.
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July is National Parks
Month We’ve got a new event
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Camp Kitsu Join us for our
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Your Ticket to Travel
Fitness Classes
Cliff Nelson Recreation Center
Dottie Lynn Recreation Center
Elzie Odom Athletic Center
Hugh Smith Recreation Center
or offering each day as we head
to the parks to celebrate with
the NRPA!
Youth Leagues
Adult Leagues
Senior Programs Tennis
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Golf
Swim Lessons
Water Aerobics
Contact Info
Facility Rentals Scholarships
Parks Map
Upcoming Events
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Movies Under the Stars
Head to the MLK Sports
Complex for FREE movie
Fridays during April and May.
Summer Adventures
There’s no reason to sit around
the house this summer with
the awesome full-day and mini
camps that we’ve scheduled!
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation • N a t u r a l l y F u n . o r g
X-Treme Teen Camps
Score a touchdown at AT&T
Stadium, enjoy the views from
the SkyScreamer and more!
outdoor adventure camp along
the banks of Lake Arlington.
Activities include canoeing,
fishing, archery, forts, nature
crafts, guest speakers, field
trips, swimming and more!
Our recreation centers have
planned many exciting trips in
2014, highlighted by our motor
coach charter to Branson, Mo.,
this June.
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ATC Block Party The
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Party on the Patio You
won’t want to miss our concert
lineup at this Arlington familyfavorite event, held under the
stars at Tierra Verde Golf Club.
Arlington Tennis Center is
serving up some FREE tennis
fun with activities for all ages
and abilities on May 3.
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Make a Splash Head to
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Lake Arlington Take the
family for a day of fishing
and fun on the water at Lake
Arlington.
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Allen Bolden Pool on June
14 for a fun-filled day of pool
activities and water safety
instruction.
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Park Finder Searching for
a park near you or one with
certain amenities? View our
park guide for all the details!
Bus service M-F from 5:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. $5 pass connects you to Fort Worth or
Dallas and back ($2.50 reduced-fare IDs available for students, elderly and
disabled). Schedule includes new stop in Entertainment District. FREE WIFI.
www.RideTheMAX.com
ON THE COVER
Unplug & Connect
See how unplugging from life’s
distractions is crucial for our
health and wellness.
C I T Y O F A R L I N G TO N PA R KS A N D R E C R E AT I O N D E PA R T M E N T
2014 SUMMER
NATURALLY FUN
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P A R K S
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R E C R E A T I O N
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N A T U R A L LY F U N . O R G
UNPLUG&
CONNECT
Unplugging from our work, our devices
and our hectic schedules is crucial for
our health and wellness. PAGE 6
Cinco de
Mayo
Celebration
Live music from national
recording artist Cheyo
Carrillo, food and drink
specials, kids activities and
much more in Downtown
Arlington on July 3. PAGE 79
Out is In!
We invite you to get out and
explore the many different
ways Arlington Parks and
Recreation contributes to
the quality of life in our
great city! PAGE 8
N A T U R A L LY F U N M A G A Z I N E
Naturally Fun
Proposal
Two Arlington Parks and Recreation
regulars are loving married life after a
Naturally Fun romance that was sparked at
Senior Center New York. PAGE 37
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unplug&connect
Unplugging from our work, our devices
and our hectic schedules is crucial for our
health and wellness.
Tell us how you connect to nature and our
parks and recreation facilities by visiting
naturallyfun.org/connect or using the
hashtag #naturallyfun. Help show your
support by spreading the message!
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NATURE • COMMUNITY • FAMILY • WELLNESS
Connecting with the Natural World
Take a moment and think about the first spring day after a long winter. The sun is shining,
warming your body. You can hear the birds singing in the trees. You notice that you’re not the
only one taking advantage of this beautiful day. There are suddenly people all around you taking
advantage of being outside after the cold has kept them indoors for far too long. The bright sky
and warm air seems to lift our spirits. We feel better, even more relaxed. That first day of spring
feeling perhaps has no rival. But why exactly do we get such a “natural high” from this connection
with nature after a long hiatus? And is there a way to extend this short-term feeling so that it
becomes a long-term attitude?
Getting Your “Outdoorphins”
Endorphins are chemicals that are typically released in the body after exercise and produce a
feeling of well-being. “Outdoorphins” is a term that people having started using to define why
they feel so good from being active outside. Scientists have their own term to help explain why
connecting with nature feels good. It’s called biophilia, which is the innate affinity humans have
for other living things. Like most other processes that happen inside our bodies, biophilia’s roots
can be found in our ancient ancestors, human beings that had to hunt and gather in order to
survive.
“Greenness, water, and plants relax us, possibly because they signal access to food and shelter,”
said Seattle-based environmental psychologist Judith Heerwagen, PhD.
Arlington has more
than 50 miles of hike
and bike trails. If
you’re a mountain bike
enthusiast, there are
more than 10 miles
of cross country trails
that, according to the
Dallas Off-Road Bicycling
Association (DORBA),
are “some of the best
around.”
The benefits of connecting with nature in today’s world are plentiful. Numerous studies have
shown that just by spending time in natural surroundings, people report having reduced stress,
anger and depression. Spending time in nature also helps improve mood while lowering blood
pressure, heart rate, muscle tension and stress hormone levels.
A report published by the USDA Forest Service in 2010 even stated that, “forest visits may also
strengthen our immune system by increasing the activity and number of natural killer cells that
destroy cancer cells.” Still other studies have shown that fragrances found in various plants
and flowers have the ability to reduce stress when inhaled by changing gene activity and blood
chemistry.
Spending time in nature helps improve mood while lowering blood pressure, heart rate, muscle
tension and stress hormone levels.
For the Children
Perhaps no other group can benefit more from making a connection with nature than children.
Author Richard Louv, who wrote the bestsellers Last Child in the Woods and The Nature Principle,
coined the term “nature-deficit disorder” to describe the loss of connection children increasingly
feel with the natural world. He argues that nature-deficit disorder affects, “health, spiritual wellbeing, and many other areas, including [people’s] ability to feel ultimately alive.”
Tierra Verde Golf Club
was the first golf course
in Texas and the first
municipal course in the
world to be certified as
an Audubon Signature
Sanctuary. Not just for
golfers, the course offers
a full-service restaurant
with scenic views and
nature tours throughout
the year.
This disorder is due to the lack of open space, increasingly busy schedules, an emphasis on team
sports over individualized play and exploration, and competition from electronic media. The cure?
“We need to figure out ways to increase nature time even as technology increases,” said Louv. “It
has to be a conscious decision.”
Mark Fadden
NaturallyFun Author
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As we celebrate
national Parks and
Recreation month in
July, we invite you to
get out and experience
the many different
ways Arlington Parks
and Recreation
contributes to the
quality of life in our
great city!
JULY
2014
SUN
moN
tue
wed
thu
fri
sat
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Register the
kids for one of
our summer
mini camps
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Play a game
of softball at
one of our
parks
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Head to Lake
Arlington for
some flatwater
canoeing
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Head to
Ventana Grille
for lunch on
the patio
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Pack a basket
for a picnic
in the park
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Sink a basket
at one of our
many park
courts
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Visit Veterans
Park for some
disc golf
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Evening
swim at
Woodland
West Pool
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Rent a pavilion
for a birthday
or family
reunion
Splash into
one of our
seven pools
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Tee it up at one
of our four
golf courses
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Follow us on
Twitter at
Arlington_Parks
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Enjoy an
afternoon on
the tennis
courts at ATC
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Facebook
page
Grab the
tackle box for
some fishing
at SW Nature
Preserve
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Try
geocaching
at River
Legacy Park
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Register for
one of our
Hooked on Golf
programs
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Check out the
brand new
Vandergriff
Skatepark
See the
fireworks
at Light Up
Arlington
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Pay homage to
our military
at Veterans
Park
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Throw some
horseshoes
at California
Lane Park
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Get to the top
of the Elzie
Odom rock
climbing wall
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Let the dog
roam at the
Tails N’ Trails
Dog Park
Check out
the 4th of July
parade
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Enjoy a
Friday night
skate at
Elzie Odom
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Pack a lunch
and eat at
Founders Plaza
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Try the
Ultimate Body
Gauntlet at
Cliff Nelson
Register for an
upcoming
X-Treme Teen
Camp
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Work up a
sweat at Dottie
Lynn’s Bikini
Fit Camp
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Check in at a
local park on
Foursquare
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Visit the
lighted driving
range at
Tierra Verde
#JULYOUTISIN
WWW.NRPA.ORG/JULY
ARLINGTON SOUTHWEST LITTLE LEAGUE
MOVIES IN THE PARK
Presented by Arlington Parks and Recreation
EVENT INFO: Martin Luther King Sports Center — 7001 Golf Club Dr. Arlington, TX 76001 • Movies start at dusk • FREE to the public!
Visit NaturallyFun.org for updates and additional information.
Apr 4 Apr 11 Apr 18 Apr 25 May 2
Wreck it Ralph
Hotel Transylvania
Escape from
Planet Earth
The Lorax
Frankenweenie
MAY 9 MAY 16 MAY 23 MAY 30
ParaNorman
Monsters
University
Despicable Me 2
Field of Dreams
Free Event!
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FITNESS
ASK THE TRAINER
Join our trainer once a month for an
informational hour of free fitness and
nutrition advice at Hugh Smith Recreation
Center. The trainer will be available to
answer questions, provide equipment
and exercise instruction, and answer your
nutritional and diet questions. There’s no
extra charge, all you need is a membership
card and current fitness room membership.
Call 817-275-1351 for more info.
PERSONAL TRAINING
Certified personal trainers are available
for one-on-one instruction for all ages and
skill levels. Times are arranged between
the instructor and student. Call the center
where you wish to participate. Membership
card and Fitness Room Membership
required.
One Person, One Session .................................... $45
One Person, Five Sessions ................................ $180
Two People, One Session .................................... $70
Two People, Five Sessions ................................ $285
LAND & WATER FITNESS PASS
Unlimited Land and Water Fitness
Membership includes yoga, aerobics, water
aerobics (at Hugh Smith Indoor Pool) and
fitness room (Hugh Smith Rec Center).
Ages 14 and Up ...................................... $45 / Month
MATURE ADULT & SENIOR FITNESS
For mature adult and senior fitness classes,
please see our complete class schedule and
program descriptions on page 33 and 35.
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FITNESS PLUS MEMBERSHIP
Access at all of the recreation and athletic centers, unlimited fitness
plus classes and weight room access. Includes the indoor track,
fitness room, inline skating and rock climbing at Elzie Odom Athletic
Center (EOAC).
1 Month Pass .......................................... $30
6 Month Pass ........................................ $165
Annual Pass .......................................... $300
FITNESS CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Turbo Kick
Jammin’ music, ab sculpting moves, and high intensity cardio
kickboxing. Punch, kick and jab your way to a leaner body and a
tighter core!
Senior Exercise
This group exercise class for seniors includes flexibility, balance and
strength training done to big band and swing music. Participants learn
proper technique in use of free weights, bands and tubes.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi improves balance, flexibility and strength. The class will help
improve you both physically and mentally.
FITNESS SPECIALS!
REFER A FRIEND
Receive a $10 voucher for each referral that mentions your name
when purchasing a fitness membership. (Note: while you can collect
multiple vouchers for multiple referrals, only one voucher may be
redeemed at a time).
COLLEGE DISCOUNT
10% OFF fitness pass when showing applicable ID at time of purchase.
MILITARY DISCOUNT
15% OFF fitness pass when showing applicable ID at time of purchase.
TRY US OUT - COLLEGE PROGRAM
Want to try out our programs before committing to a membership?
Show your college ID at registration and get two months usage
without a Facility Card. Inquire at any of our centers for more details.
Ultimate Body Gauntlet
This total body workout combines circuit training exercises with an
added flair of agility obstacles to give you a one of a kind workout that
is sure to challenge all ages and ability levels. Interval cardio drills,
dynamic body movements and conditioning exercises will provide
you with everything you need to look and feel like the best shape of
your life. Classes range from usage of jump ropes and tractor tires
to training ropes agility ladders and plyometric boxes. Come and
burn upwards of 500-600 calories in this jam-packed body challenge.
Contact Josh Benjamin with FAST Sports Performance & Tumbling at
[email protected] for more details and to register.
M, W, F
Ongoing 6:15-7:15 AM
Cliff Nelson
$60/Month for 3x per week • $50/Month for 2x per week • $42 for 6-class card
Yoga
Yoga is a complete toning of the whole body. Yoga releases stress from
the body while improving muscular endurance, increasing flexibility
and reducing cholesterol.
Zumba ®
Combining a blend of Latin Rhythms and easy to follow dance moves,
this low impact class features routines with interval training sessions
where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to
tone and sculpt your body while burning fat.
FITNESS ROOM MEMBERSHIPS
Enjoy our fitness and weight rooms featuring a complete line of Nautilus strength equipment and a variety of cardiovascular machines
(treadmills, stair climbers, ellipticals and bikes). Gyms open for free play with membership (subject to availability). Additional family members
receive a 20% discount off any fitness membership when purchased at the same time. Membership card required for all fitness room passes.
CLIFF NELSON, DOTTIE LYNN AND HUGH SMITH
Ages: 14+
Daily with Membership Card ................................................................................... $3
Daily without Membership Card ............................................................................. $6
Monthly .................................................................................................................. $15
6-Month Weight Room Pass .................................................................................. $75
Annual .................................................................................................................. $150
Senior Monthly ...................................................................................................... $12
Senior 6-Month ...................................................................................................... $60
Senior Annual ...................................................................................................... $120
ELZIE ODOM
Ages: 14+
Daily with Membership Card ................................................................................... $3
Daily without Membership Card ............................................................................. $6
Monthly .................................................................................................................. $20
6-Month ................................................................................................................ $100
Annual .................................................................................................................. $200
Basketball/Track Monthly ..................................................................................... $10
Basketball/Track Annual ..................................................................................... $100
Senior Monthly ...................................................................................................... $12
Senior 6-Month ...................................................................................................... $60
Senior Annual ...................................................................................................... $120
CHILD CARE HOURS
Cliff Nelson:
M-F ........................................................................ 8:30-11:30 AM
M-Th ....................................................................... 5:30-7:30 PM
Dottie Lynn:
M, W, F .................................................................. 8:30-10:30 AM
M-Th ....................................................................... 5:30-7:30 PM
Hugh Smith:
M, W, F .................................................................. 8:30-11:30 AM
M-Th ....................................................................... 6:00-8:00 PM
T-Th .............................................................. 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Sa ......................................................................... 9:30-11:30 AM
Elzie Odom:
M-Th ....................................................................... 6:00-9:00 PM
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CLIFF NELSON RECREATION CENTER
4600 W. Bardin Rd. Arlington, TX 76017 • 817-561-2819
TIME
TIME
MON
6:15 AM
Ultimate Body
Gauntlet*
Ultimate Body
Gauntlet*
Ultimate Body
Gauntlet*
8:15 AM
Fit Over 50
Fit Over 50
Fit Over 50
6:00 PM
Zumba®
Sculpt & Tone
Low Impact
Aerobics
5:30 PM
Zumba®
6:30 PM
THU
FRI
SAT
Cardio, Strength &
Core
Zumba®
10:00 AM
10:30 AM
WED
WED
Cardio, Strength &
Core
9:00 AM
9:45 AM
TUE
Zumba®
Sculpt & Tone
Low Impact
Aerobics
Low Impact
Aerobics
TurboKick
Insanity
TurboKick
Yoga
Zumba®
Yoga
Boot Camp
Boot Camp
Fitness
Belly Dancing
7:30 PM
* Additional fee required.
DOTTIE LYNN RECREATION CENTER
3200 Norwood Ln. Arlington, TX 76013 • 817-277-5001
TIME
MON
7:00 AM
Yoga Fitness
TUE
WED
WED
Yoga Fitness
Senior
Exercise
8:00 AM
8:15 AM
Zumba®
9:30 AM
Pilates
Yoga
Pilates
Zumba®
Yoga
11:00 AM
Zumba®
Zumba®
12:00 PM
Tai Chi
Tai Chi
Mat Pilates
Turbo Kick
Yoga Fitness
6:30 PM
Boot Camp
Zumba®
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SAT
Yoga Fitness
Zumba®
5:30 PM
FRI
Senior
Exercise
Strength Training
with FitBall
Bikini Fit Camp
Boot Camp
LEAD THE WAY
12
THU
We are looking for contract and specialty instructors! Send us
a short proposal and some background information along with
your desired location to teach at. For more information, please
contact: Yvonne Falgout at [email protected].
ELZIE ODOM ATHLETIC CENTER
1601 NE Green Oaks Blvd. Arlington, TX 76006 • 817-459-6434
TIME
TIME
MON
TUE
WED
Total
Conditioning
6:00 AM
THU
THU
FRI
FRI
SAT
Body “Booty”
Camp
9:00 AM
Instructor’s
Choice
9:30 AM
Kettlebell
10:00 AM
Stretching
10:30 AM
Zumba®
5:45 PM
Kettlebell
6:00 PM
Fitness Boxing
Instructor’s Choice
Rock Climbing
Zumba®
Freedom Flow
Yoga
7:00 PM
HUGH SMITH RECREATION CENTER
1815 New York Ave. Arlington, TX 76010 • 817-275-1351
TIME
TIME
MON
8:45 AM
Senior Strength
Training
Senior Strength
Training
Senior Strength
Training
9:30 AM
Bootcamp
Bootcamp
Bootcamp
9:45 AM
Tai Chi
10:30 AM
Pilates
THU
FRI
SAT
Tai Chi
Pilates
Insanity
(12:30-1 PM)
Pilates
Zumba®
Turbo Kick
(12:00-12:50 PM)
Insanity®
5:30 PM
6:30 PM
WED
WED
Zumba®
11:30 AM
LUNCH
(times vary)
TUE
Zumba®
Zumba®
Toning
Zumba®
Zumba®
Toning
NOTE: All Zumba® classes are now part of the Fitness Plus Membership. For additional information, please see pg. 11.
YESTERDAY YOU SAID TOMORROW.
MAKE TODAY COUNT.
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CLIFF NELSON
817-561-2819
SOUTHWEST ARLINGTON
4600 W. Bardin Rd.
Arlington, TX 76017
recreation center
Sporties for Shorties
Play a new sport every day! We will work on
hand and foot coordination while learning
about soccer, basketball and baseball!
Age: 3-5 ....................................... $32 / 4 Classes
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CARTOONING
Draw your own cartoons! You will learn how
to draw facial expressions, movement and
word balloons.
Age: 8+ ......................................... $35 / 4 Classes
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Little Dribblers
Participants will concentrate on the basics
of the game. Learning passing, shooting,
defense/offense drills and rebounding.
Classes help children develop teamwork and
listening skills.
Age: 3-5 ....................................... $32 / 4 Classes
Sa Sa Sa Jun 7-28
Jul 5-26
Aug 2-23 11:15 AM-12:00 PM 154025
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Basketball
Participants will concentrate on the basics
of the game. Learning passing, shooting,
defense/offense drills and rebounding.
Classes help children develop teamwork and
listening skills.
Age: 5-6 ....................................... $32 / 4 Classes
Sa Sa Sa 14
Jun 7-28
Jul 5-26
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Cheernastics
All areas that are essential to becoming
a great cheerleader today are covered motions, jumps, tumbling and attitude. Noncompetitive cheerleading and gymnastics
is an ideal way to develop strength, poise,
coordination, self-confidence and selfcontrol.
Age: 6-12 ....................................... $32 / 4 Classes
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Jul 5-26
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Gymnastics
Gymnastics is a great class for developing
balance, coordination, flexibility, muscular
endurance and strength. This is a beginning
class where participants will learn basic
gymnastic skills.
Age: 5-12 ....................................... $32 / 4 Classes
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Jul 5-26
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Hop, Skip and Jump
Preschoolers and their parents will hop the
day away. They will do log rolls, bear crawls
and more to help develop coordination,
listening skills and social interaction.
Age: 2-3 ........................................ $32 / 4 Classes
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Jul 5-26
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VOLLEYBALL
Bump, Set, Spike! You will learn how to serve
the ball, proper footwork and how to bump,
set and spike the volleyball. Don’t forget your
knee pads.
Age: 8-14 ...................................... $32 / 4 Classes
Sa Sa Sa Jun 7-28
Jul 5-26
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KEYBOARDING - LEVEL A
Class will use an electric keyboard and
will learn notes and time values, fingering
and basic songs. Fee includes piano book.
A keyboard or piano for home practice is
recommended.
Ages: 6-12 .................................... $48 / 4 Classes
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Contract Programs
LONE STAR INSTITUTE OF
TAE KWON DO
Students will learn kicking, punching, basic
falls and discipline. Students should wear Tae
Kwon Do Gi or sweats. For more information
or to register please contact Carol Henry at
817-271-6959.
BEGINNER - Ages: 6+
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Tu
Ongoing Ongoing 6:00-6:50 PM
6:00-6:50 PM
INTERMEDIATE - Ages: 6+
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Tu
Ongoing Ongoing ADVANCED - Ages: 6+
M Tu Ongoing Ongoing SPARRING - Ages: 6+
Th Ongoing 6:50-7:40 PM
6:50-7:40 PM
7:40-8:50 PM
7:40-8:50 PM
Tiny Kids Self Defense
Preschoolers will learn basic kicks, escaping
techniques and rolling. Gi not required. This
class helps teach children about stranger
awareness. For more information or to
register please contact Carol Henry at 817271-6959.
Ages: 3-5
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Ongoing 5:30-6:00 PM
WOMEN’S SELF-DEFENSE
This program will teach females to recognize
and defend against an attacker. This class
will strengthen your mind, body and spirit so
that you never have to be a victim. For more
information or to register please call Carol
Henry at 817-271-6959.
Ages: 14+
Su
Su
Jul 20
Aug 10
1:00-3:00 PM
1:00-3:00 PM
GASPARIN Fencing
En guarde! Learn the new and exciting
sport of Olympic Fencing. Students will be
provided with equipment and the basic skills
to become and modern day musketeer! For
more information and to register contact
Janos Gasparin at 817-789-0823 or email
[email protected].
Ages: 8+
Su Ongoing 2:00-4:00 PM
DRIVING 101
SPORTS TRAINING
This class is focused on training basic
to advanced fundamentals in athletics
addressing speed, agility, range of motion,
power, balance and flexibility. We prepare
athletes for better performance, technique,
form and skills for year round fundamentals
of sports including, but not limited to:
basketball, football, soccer, track & field,
cheerleading and gymnastics. Each class
will have two instructors in order to ensure
each student gets their own individualized
attention. Contact Josh Benjamin at 2fastjd@
gmail.com for more information and to
register.
Age: 8+
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F
Ongoing Ongoing 6:30-7:30 PM
6:30-7:30 PM
TUMBLING
These skill-based classes will teach students
the elements/shapes needed to achieve
desired tumbling skills. The classes will then
take those elements and teach students how
to safely and efficiently combine them to
produced desired skills on a consistent basis.
Your athlete will learn cartwheels, layouts
and everything in between. Contact Josh
Benjamin at [email protected] for more
information and to register.
Age: 6+
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Ongoing 7:30-8:30 PM
Learning to drive? Need a little help with
freeway driving? Need a refresher on some
driving skills? This is a perfect program for
you! Lessons are available for ages 15 and
up. Kimberly has a well-maintained, insured
car equipped with an auxiliary brake for the
instructor. Drivers must have a permit. Each
lesson is approximately 90 minutes long.
Contact Kimberly Evans for more detailed
information and to register at 214-727-8744.
Dreams Dance Program
SOCCER TOTS
We have partnered with Jo-Ann’s Little
Dancers to offer a variety of great programs
for your child. For more information, or to
register, please contact Jo-Ann Ingram at
817-996-0286 or joannslittledancers.com.
Be sure to check out Cliff Nelson’s SoccerTots
program, designed to help kids learn the
basics of soccer through a variety of games.
The idea is to coach the kids early in life for
success in the future!
For more information and to register, please
call 972-978-8530 or email Coach Kyndra at
[email protected].
We are a competitive, premier, all-star
dance group that embarks on competitions
all around the state! For more information
or to register please contact Courtney
Rogers at (225)235-5165 or Courtney@
dreamsdancestudio.org
Ages: 13-17
W, F Ongoing 6:00-7:30 PM
Jo-Ann’s Little Dancers
BALLET & TAP (Ages: 3-5)
Sa
Ongoing 9:15-10:00 AM
BALLET & TAP (Ages: 6-12)
Sa
Ongoing 10:00-10:45 AM
HIP HOP & JAZZ (Ages: 6-12)
8:00-9:00 PM
Sa
Ongoing 10:45-11:30 AM
ADULT SPORTS
Competitive Basketball: Sat 2:00-4:00 PM; Must have Annual Facility Membership AND pay the daily admission of $4. No non-paying spectators are allowed.
This is reserved for adults only, no children allowed. Badminton: Mon—7:00-9:00 PM & Fri 6:00-9:00 PM.
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DOTTIE LYNN
817-277-5001
CENTRAL ARLINGTON
3200 Norwood Ln.
Arlington, TX 76013
recreation center
Guitar Level 1
Learn basic guitar chords, strumming
techniques, tuning and care of the guitar.
Emphasis is on the guitar as accompaniment
and will include simple guitar solos. Bring
guitar to class.
Age: 8+ ......................................... $52 / 4 Classes
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Jul 7-28 Aug 4-25 6:00-7:00 PM 6:00-7:00 PM 6:00-7:00 PM 154085
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Keyboarding - Level A
This class will be taught using an electric
keyboard. Learn beginning skills: notes and
their time values, fingering, simple songs, etc.
Fee includes piano book. A keyboard or piano
for home practice is recommended.
Age: 6-12 ...................................... $48 / 4 Classes
Tu Tu
Tu Jun 3-24 Jul 1-22 Aug 11-Sep 1
6:00-7:00 PM 6:00-7:00 PM 6:00-7:00 PM 154080
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BEGINNING Soccer
Gain an understanding of the game.
Emphasis is on improving individual skills
including the correct way to dribble, pass
and shoot.
Age: 3-4 ....................................... $32 / 4 Classes
Sa Sa Sa Jun 7-28 Jul 5-26 Aug 2-23 10:00-10:45 AM 10:00-10:45 AM 10:00-10:45 AM 154090
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Age: 5-6 ....................................... $32 / 4 Classes
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LINE DANCING
Line dancing, whether to pop or country
music, is a great way to get out on the dance
floor. Gain confidence with many of the basic
steps; learn the process of linking the steps
together to form the dance and then have fun
losing yourself in the music!
Age: 10+............................................... $3 / Class
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7:00-8:00 PM Jo-Ann’s Little Dancers
We have partnered with Jo-Ann’s Little
Dancers to offer a variety of great programs
for your child. For more information, or to
register, please contact Jo-Ann Ingram at
817-996-0286 or joannslittledancers.com.
BALLET & TAP (Ages: 3-5)
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9:00-9:45 AM
BALLET & TAP (Ages: 6-12)
Sa
Ongoing 9:45-10:30 AM
TUMBLING FOR TOTS (Ages 3-5)
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Dottie Lynn Recreation Center
Ongoing 10:45-11:30 AM
Tiny Kids Self Defense
Get coordinated! Preschoolers will learn
basic kicks, escaping techniques and rolling.
GI not required. This class helps teach
children about stranger awareness. For more
information or to register please contact
Carol Henry at 817-271-6959.
Age: 3-5
Th
Ongoing
5:30-6:00 PM
Tae Kwon Do
After stretching and conditioning, students
will learn kicking, punching, basic falls and
discipline. Students should wear Tae Kwon
Do Gi or sweats. The classes are paid for
monthly by the first of each month. For more
information or to register please contact
Carol Henry at 817-271-6959.
Age: 6+
Th Ongoing 6:00-7:00 PM
Bellydance Basics
TUMBLING
These skill-based classes will teach students
the elements/shapes needed to achieve
desired tumbling skills. The classes will then
take those elements and teach students how
to safely and efficiently combine them to
produced desired skills on a consistent basis.
Your athlete will learn cartwheels, layouts
and everything in between.
Age: 6+
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Th Ongoing Ongoing ADULT BASKETBALL
Must have Annual Facility Membership and
purchase the daily admission of $4. No
non-paying spectators are allowed. This is
reserved for adults only, no children allowed.
Age: 18+
Sa Ongoing 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
6:00-7:00 PM
6:00-7:00 PM
Always wanted to try bellydancing? This
is the perfect class for you! No previous
dance experience required. Learn basic
bellydance moves and bit of culture too!
And you’ll have the opportunity to perform
with the class at our upcoming recitals and
parties. Wear comfortable clothes, such as
yoga pants and t-shirt. Dance slippers or
half-soles recommended (no athletic shoes),
as the floor is tile over concrete. For more
information go to www.rivkahsultana.com.
Age: 14+ ....................................... $72 / 6 Classes
Sa Ongoing 10:30-11:30 AM Advanced Bellydance
This class will take you into choreography,
with the use of veils, wings, finger cymbals,
and other props. Recommended for those
who have had at least one year Bellydance
Basics with Rivkah or two years with another
instructor. Opportunity to perform both with
the class and as soloists at our upcoming
recitals and parties!
Wear comfortable stretchy clothes, such as
yoga pants and t-shirt. Dance slippers or halfsoles recommended (no athletic shoes) as
the floor is tile over concrete. Payment to be
made to the instructor. For more information
go to www.rivkahsultana.com.
Age: 14+ ....................................... $72 / 6 Classes
Sa Ongoing 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
SPORTS TRAINING
This class is focused on training basic
to advanced fundamentals in athletics
addressing speed, agility, range of motion,
power, balance and flexibility. We prepare
athletes for better performance, technique,
form and skills for year round fundamentals
of sports including, but not limited to:
basketball, football, soccer, track & field,
cheerleading and gymnastics.
Each class will have two instructors in
order to ensure each student gets their own
individualized attention.
Age: 6+
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Th Ongoing Ongoing 4:00-4:45 PM
4:00-4:45 PM Join the fun at
CAMP DOTTIE!
With the end of the school year approaching, it’s time to head to Dottie Lynn Recreation Center
for a wide assortment of exciting camps this summer! Have a child that is always begging to
create something you two saw on Pinterest? Send them to our Pinterest Interest Camp and
we’ll complete different crafts and projects from the popular website. Maybe you had a child
doing somersaults and cartwheels in front of the TV during the Olympic Games? You’re in luck
as we’ve created a Tumbling Tots and Gymnastics Camp just for them! From Cooking 101 Camp
to Rock N’ Roll Camp, and everything in between, we have a huge list of mini camps designed
specifically for your kid. Check out pages 22-27 for all of our camp listings.
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ELZIE ODOM
817-459-6434
NORTH ARLINGTON
1601 NE Green Oaks Blvd.
Arlington, TX 76006
athletic center
Gymnastics
Gymnastics is a great class for developing
balance, coordination, flexibility, muscular
endurance and strength. This is a beginning
class where participants will learn basic
gymnastic skills.
Age: 5-12 ...................................... $24 / 3 Classes
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BOOT CAMP
A fun way to incorporate your exercise routine
and build strength and stamina at the same
time. This camp is geared for beginners
and fitness enthusiasts. Participants will
receive nutritional guidelines and pre/post
assessments to track individual progress.
TAE KWON DO - INTRO
After stretching and conditioning, students
will learn kicking, punching, basic falls and
discipline. Wear karate Gi or sweats.
Ages: 6+ ........................................... $37 / Month
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TAE KWON DO - ADVANCED
SPORTS TRAINING
This class focuses on basic to advanced
fundamentals in athletics addressing speed,
agility, range of motion, power, balance and
flexibility. We prepare athletes for better
performance, technique, form and skills for
year round fundamentals of sports including,
but not limited to: basketball, football, soccer,
track & field, cheerleading and gymnastics.
This class is for yellow belt and above.
Students will continue to grow from the
beginner’s class. Wear karate Gi or sweats.
Each class will have two instructors in
order to ensure each student gets their own
individualized attention.
Ages: 6+ ........................................... $37 / Month
Age: 8+
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Jun 2-23
Jul 7-28 Aug 4-25 Ages: 6+ ..................... $7 / Daily or $85 / Monthly
T, Th
6:00-7:00 PM 6:00-7:00 PM 6:00-7:00 PM Elzie Odom Athletic Center
6:30-7:30 PM
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Ongoing Ongoing 10:00-11:30 AM
2:00-3:30 PM
Check out pages 22-25 for our
SUMMER CAMPS
coming to Elzie Odom in 2014!
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LET ELZIE HOST YOUR NEXT PARTY!
Celebrate your child’s birthday or
special event with an Elzie Odom
party and create memories that
last a lifetime! Choose among our
unique rock climbing, skating,
various sport activities and fun
interactive party themes.
arena, the 30-foot rock wall and
two gymnasiums, making them a
convenient meeting place for any
type of party.
year. Weekday parties can be
arranged depending on availability.
Parties are booked on a first come,
first served basis.
The party fee must be paid in full
before a reservation can be made.
Our two-hour party packages
include everything. We set up and
clean up...no hassle to you!
The rooms are designed for all your
party needs. Our enthusiastic party
hosts guide your guests through
the party, leading the activity,
serving the pizza, drinks and most
importantly, the birthday cake!
Our party rooms offer easy access
to our 30,000 square foot skating
Two-hour party times are available
Friday-Sundays throughout the
To make your reservation please
call Elzie Odom Athletic Center 817459-6434.
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HUGH SMITH
817-275-1351
EAST ARLINGTON
1815 New York Ave.
Arlington, TX 76010
recreation center
Guitar Level 1
Learn basic guitar chords, strumming
techniques, tuning and care of the guitar.
Emphasis is on the guitar as accompaniment
and will include simple guitar solos. Bring
guitar to class.
Age: 8+ ......................................... $35 / 4 Classes
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Sa Jun 6-27 Jun 7-28
Jul 5-26
Jul 11-25 Aug 1-22 Aug 2-23
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Guitar Level 2
A continuation of Guitar 1 skills. Continue to
learn guitar chords, strumming techniques,
tuning and care of the guitar. Emphasis is on
the guitar as accompaniment and will include
simple guitar solos. Bring guitar to class.
Age: 8+ ......................................... $35 / 4 Classes
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Aug 1-22 7:30-8:20 PM 7:30-8:20 PM
7:30-8:20 PM
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Keyboarding - Level A
This class will be taught using an electric
keyboard. Learn beginning skills: notes and
their time values, fingering, simple songs, etc.
Fee includes piano book. A keyboard or piano
for home practice is recommended.
Age: 6-12 ...................................... $38 / 4 Classes
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This class will be taught using an electric
keyboard. Learn beginning skills: notes and
their time values, fingering, simple songs,
etc. Fee includes piano book. A keyboard or
piano for home practice is recommended.
Age: 6-15 ...................................... $38 / 4 Classes
Jun 7-28 Jul 5-26 Aug 2-23 City of Arlington Parks and Recreation • N a t u r a l l y F u n . o r g
10:10-11:00 AM 10:10-11:00 AM 10:10-11:00 AM Basketball
Participants will concentrate on the
fundamentals while learning passing,
shooting, defense/offense drills and
rebounding. Classes help children develop
teamwork and listening skills.
Age: 4-8 ....................................... $32 / 4 Classes
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Age: 9-12 ...................................... $32 / 4 Classes
Keyboarding - Level B
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Gymnastics
Gymnastics is a great class for developing
balance, coordination, flexibility, muscular
endurance and strength. This is a beginning
class where participants will learn basic
gymnastic skills.
Age: 6-12 ...................................... $32 / 4 Classes
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Tae Kwon Do Intro
After stretching and conditioning, students
will learn kicking, punching, basic falls and
discipline. Students should wear karate Gi or
sweats.
Age: 5-8 ....................................... $35 / 4 Classes
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Age: 9-12 ...................................... $35 / 4 Classes
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Tae Kwon Do club
Students will start with the basics and learn
more advanced techniques. Tae Kwon Do
Club gives students the opportunity to
advance in belt colors and test out as a
Black Belt. Tae Kwon Do Club also teaches
students, discipline, respect and confidence.
Students should wear karate Gi or sweats.
Age: 6+ ......................................... $45 / 8 Classes
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Aug 1-29
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BEGINNING Soccer
Gain an understanding of the game.
Emphasis is on improving individual skills
including the correct way to dribble, pass
and shoot.
Age: 3-4 ....................................... $32 / 4 Classes
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T-BALL
Participants will concentrate on the
fundamentals of America’s favorite pastime.
Children learn the basics of throwing,
catching and hitting. These classes help to
develop teamwork and listening skills
Age: 3-4 ....................................... $32 / 4 Classes
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Sketch by Kurt
Reichenstein,
who brings his
passion for art
to the APRD.
Kurt will teach
soccer, t-ball, art
academy and
much more!
EXERCISING HIS CREATIVITY
Recently hired Arlington Parks & Recreation fitness instructor Kurt Reichenstein
uses his passion for art to get others to unplug and connect.
Ever bought the “longest lasting battery”
only to find out that it did not last as long
as you thought it would? How about the
latest and greatest exercise machine,
and a month after you purchased it, your
laundry is hung and neatly folded all over
it? Have you ever felt totally plugged into
and attached to a treadmill?
Kurt Reichenstein, one of the newest
APRD fitness instructors, doesn’t believe
in becoming fit by being attached to
equipment. He believes you should
unplug from the machines and connect
to your own power to become physically
fit. Kurt has joined the City of Arlington
Parks and Recreation Department and
will be teaching a new class called From
Couch to 5K. He believes that every
person has within them the power to
fill their own battery, and eventually
accomplish the goal of finishing a 5K race.
“It doesn’t matter your age or your size.
It doesn’t matter if you have never run a
race. The goal is to finish and I can give
you the skills to accomplish that goal.
My greatest passion is training people to
finish”, says Kurt.
Kurt will teach each class participant all
the basics of starting and finishing a 5K
including how to fill out the application,
where to pin on the race number, what
to wear, how to warm up and even a
special way to tie your shoes. He will help
each student set their distance goals in a
manner that will build their confidence
and bring out each person’s competitive
spirit. Kurt believes, “the most important
thing is the person who is encouraging
you. If it is not fun, no one is going to do
it! I won’t ask anyone in the class to do
anything I wouldn’t do. And, I only want
to do things that are fun.”
Encouraging individuals to make fitness
a part of their lives is very important
to Kurt. He has been encouraging all
age groups for decades. Kurt was an
elementary Physical Education Teacher
for 33 years and has a Master’s Degree
in Recreation and Leisure Sciences. He
has taught fitness classes, including
within the City of Arlington, on and off for
almost 40 years. Kurt has also finished
multiple marathons and now officiates at
local races.
When he is not running races and
teaching other people how to become fit,
Kurt spends his time creating whimsical
art. He draws his inspiration for each
piece from the world around him. “I like
to think out of the box. My art is done in
my downtime. I guess you could say that
it is the time of the day when I unplug
from fitness and connect to the world
around me. But, it is important that I
connect to the world with uplifting art”,
Kurt says.
Each of Kurt’s art pieces captures a
moment with a whimsical and touching
interpretation, usually depicting children
and animals with big descriptive eyes
and happy faces. Some of his art has
been used as thank you cards, greeting
and note cards. They range from seasonal
pictorials to depictions of current events.
“My art lets me look at the world like a
kid would. Too many kids are connected
to computers and technology today.
They don’t use their imagination and
they don’t play outside. I believe you can
teach a kid to become fit by letting them
use their imagination, and they don’t
even realize they are getting exercise.
Let them become their favorite baseball
player and tell them to swing the bat
like that player. Pick up a golf club and
swing it like Tiger Woods. Don’t sit at a
video game and use your thumbs while
pretending to be an athlete. Just get
outside and do it!”, says Kurt.
Kurt wants to see adults getting outdoors
to become fit. “You have got to train
your mind, muscles and whole body.
The treadmill does half the work for you.
You have got to put one foot in front of
the other. It doesn’t matter if you have to
start out walking, add a little jogging and
then eventually teaching yourself to run”,
Kurt says. He encourages class members
to bring a buddy and plans to set a pace
for each individual. Every level of walker/
runner is welcome and according to Kurt,
every participant will learn the pride of
competition. He says, “My favorite thing
is when one of my students who started
out as a walker eventually wins their age
bracket in a race. But you got to get off
that couch and get out and do it.”
BY CYNTHIA ELLIS
NaturallyFun Author
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SUMMER MINI CAMPS
Acting & Theater Camp
We will inspire kids in their creative process and learn about basic
theatrics, set-making and performing.
Art Camp
This week is all about art! Use your creative imagination to make
artistic masterpieces! We will paint, draw, sculpt and more!
Age: 5-12............................................................... $70 / Week
Age: 5-12............................................................... $80 / Week
Archery Camp
Basketball Camp
M-F
Jul 28-Aug 1
1:00-4:00 PM DLRC 152491
Students learn they must overcome distractions and obstacles and
have a plan of action. Archery provides a fundamental relaxation
quality in that the archer must be focused on the immediate
moment. Archery is a self-challenging and rewarding activity,
blending physical and mental resources.
Age: 7-14............................................................... $70 / Week
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Art ACADEMY
Come spend some time exploring all things art! We will paint, draw,
sculpt and more!
Age: 5-12......................................................... $40 / 3 Classes
M, W, F
Jun 23-27
10:00 AM-12:00 PM HSRC 152669
M-F
Jul 21-25
9:00 AM-12:00 PM DLRC 152487
Love the game of basketball? Our camp offers development in all
aspects of the game. You’ll learn offense, defense, ball handling,
rebounding, shooting and much more.
Age: 6-12............................................................... $65 / Week
M-F
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M-F
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Jun 9-13 Jun 16-20 Jun 23-27
Jun 23-27
Jul 14-18
Aug 4-8
1:00 PM- 4:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM CNRC DLRC EOAC
HSRC CNRC
HSRC
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Building Masters
Let your inner builder shine! We’ll use tools and a variety of
household building materials to make fun and creative projects for
you to take home!
Age: 5-12............................................................... $65 / Week
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Jul 7-11 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM HSRC 152668
Candy Factory
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this candy themed camp. We’ll explore
how to make different types of candy and then practice decorating
our sweet treats.
Gymnastics Camp
Campers are taught rolls, headstands and cartwheels. Each camper
will be able to progress as their confidence and ability improves.
Age: 5-12................................................................$65 / Week
Age: 6-12............................................................... $80 / Week
M-F
M-F
M-F
Cheerleading Camp
Age: 5-12................................................................$70 / Week
M-F
M-F
Jul 21-25
Jul 28-Aug 1
1:00 PM- 4:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM DLRC CNRC 152486
152577
READY---OK! This camp is for all prospective cheerleaders or those
just wanting to have fun. Campers learn jumps, cheers, yells, chants
and dances. Tumbling and gymnastics will be emphasized.
Age: 6-12............................................................... $65 / Week
M-F
M-F
Jun 23-27 Jun 23-27 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM CNRC EOAC 152559
151288
Clay Creations Camp
Bring your imagination to life as you sculpt an assortment of animals
and people out of clay. We will use modeling clay, play dough,
homemade clay and much more. Prepare to get messy in this handson experience!
Age: 5-10............................................................... $70 / Week
M-F
Jul 7-11 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM CNRC 152570
Cooking 101 Camp
Calling all Chefs! In this fun and exciting camp young chefs will learn
how to create yummy culinary masterpieces. Learn the basics on
measuring, preparing food and putting dishes together. Bring your
appetite because we’ll try what we make!
Age: 5-12............................................................... $80 / Week
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
Jun 16-20
Jun 16-20
Jul 14-18
Aug 4-8
Aug 4-8
1:00 PM- 4:00 PM 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM DLRC CNRC CNRC DLRC CNRC 152477
152556
152557
152492
153477
Dance Camp
We will explore all types of dance - ballet, creative dance, jazz, tap
and hip hop. Dancers will end the week with a performance for
parents and friends. Dance shoes are not required, but please bring
them if you have them; otherwise, we’ll dance in tennis shoes.
Age: 6-12............................................................... $70 / Week
M-F
Jul 7-11
1:00 PM- 4:00 PM DLRC 152483
Age: 5-10............................................................... $70 / Week
1:00 PM- 4:00 PM CNRC 152573
Guitar Camp
Learn basic guitar chords, strumming techniques, tuning and care
of the guitar. Emphasis is on the guitar as accompaniment and will
include simple guitar solos. Bring guitar to class.
Age: 8-12............................................................... $90 / Week
M-F
M-F
Jul 28-Aug 1
Aug 11-15
1:00 PM-4:00 PM 1:00 PM-4:00 PM HSRC EOAC CNRC 1:00 AM- 4:00 PM DLRC 152674
151295
152568
152485
Hip Hop DANCE Camp
Come have a great time learning Hip Hop dance! This class will teach
you all the latest and hottest dance steps.
Age: 5-12................................................................$65 / Week
M-F
M-F
Jul 21-25
Aug 11-15
1:00 PM-4:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM HSRC HSRC 152672
152673
LONE STAR INSTITUTE OF TAE KWON DO KARATE CAMP
Develop self-control and self-discipline by learning kicks, punches,
take down and combinations. Register by calling the Lone Star
Institute of Tae Kwon Do at 817-271-6959.
Age: 6-12............................................................... $70 / Week
M-F
Aug 4-8
1:00 PM- 4:00 PM CNRC Contract
Kayaking and Fishing Camp
Love the water? Join us as we learn to kayak, fish and explore
Arlington’s new paddling trail. We will also fish from the lake. Kayak,
paddles, poles and life vest provided. Camp is held at Richard
Simpson Park. Class size is limited.
Age: 8-15................................................................$80 / Week
M-F
Jul 7-11
9:00-11:00 AM RSP
151290
Outdoor Adventures
We will learn about canoeing, fishing, outdoor survival, hiking and
other outdoorsy stuff!
Age: 6-12................................................................ $80 /Week
M-F
Jul 7-11
9:00 AM-12:00 PM DLRC 152481
Pinterest Interest
Join us to try out favorite Pinterest crafts! We will complete different
crafts and projects from the popular website Pinterest.
M-F
Calling all princesses for a magical week filled with enchantment
and wonder! We’ll use our pixie dust to create memorable moments
as we learn the in’s and out’s of being a very special fairy princess.
Jul 21-25
Jul 14-18
9:00 AM-12:00 PM 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Age: 6-12............................................................... $80 / Week
Fairy Princess Camp
M-F
M-F
Jun 16-20
Jul 7-11
Jul 7-11
CNRC DLRC 152579
152490
Jun 23-27
1:00 PM- 4:00 PM DLRC 152480
Rock Climbing Camp
Campers learn basic rock climbing techniques including safety
before taking their first climb. Group activities are incorporated to
build team work. This is a great way to build self-esteem and achieve
physical fitness for kids at all levels.
Age: 6-12............................................................... $70 / Week
M-F
Jul 21-25
1:00 PM- 4:00 PM EOAC 151296
Soccer Camp
Learn to perfect ball handling and control, heading, shooting
positions and offensive and defensive strategies. Age: 5-12............................................................... $65 / Week
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
Jun 9-13
Jun 16-20
Jul 14-18
Jul 21-25
Jul 28-Aug 1
9:00 AM-12:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM HSRC CNRC HSRC CNRC DLRC 152666
152558
152667
152576
152494
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SPACE Camp
3-2-1 Blastoff! On this out of this world journey we’ll explore rockets
and how they work. We’ll also look at the solar system we live in and
talk about what is going on in the night sky. We will do experiments,
build crafts & even try astronaut food!
Age: 5-10............................................................... $65 / Week
M-F
M-F
Jun 23-27 Jul 14-18 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM CNRC DLRC Wacky Science Camp
Explore science with the coolest experiments ever! You will see and
do amazing things!
Age: 5-12............................................................... $70 / Week
M-F
Aug 4-8 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
DLRC 152488
Warrior Camp
152560
152484
SURVIVOR CAMP
This fun filled week will be full of physical and mental challenges,
outdoor adventures, co-operative games, theme days, arts and
crafts, and plenty of team building activities.
Have you ever wanted to experience the world of ninja’s, pirates &
superheroes? Now you can! Join us for this one of a kind experience
as we jump into a world of fun and excitement.
Age: 5-12............................................................... $70 / Week
M-F
M-F
Jun 23-27
Jul 7-11
9:00 AM-12:00 PM 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM DLRC
CNRC
152479
152572
Age: 8-12............................................................... $70 / Week
M-F
Jun 23-27 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM CNRC 153476
ADVENTURE CAMP
Volleyball Camp
Learn proper techniques in the important skills of serving, setting,
passing, spiking, strategy and teamwork.
Age: 8-12............................................................... $70 / Week
M-F
M-F
M-F
Jul 21-25
Jul 28-Aug 1
Aug 11-15
1:00 PM- 4:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 9:00 AM-12:00 PM CNRC EOAC
DLRC Adventure Camp is a great place to discover the outdoors
and all it has to offer. During this five day camp participants
will learn about rock climbing, hiking, kayaking and fishing.
Age: 8-14.................................................. $125 / Week
152575
151297
152495
M-F Jun 16-20 7:00 AM-6:00 PM
M-F Jul 28-Aug 1 7:00 AM-6:00 PM
EOAC
EOAC
151285
151286
PRE-SCHOOL CAMPS
There’s a lot of excitement in store for children ages 3-5 at our Preschool Summer Camps at Cliff Nelson and Dottie Lynn Recreation Centers.
Dramatic play, crafts, music and art are all part of the fun!
Age: 3-5.............................................................................. $40 / 3 Classes
Little Chefs
M, W, F
Jun 16-20
M, W, F,
Jul 21-25
Sporties for Shorties
M, W, F,
Jun 16-20
Little Scientists
M, W, F
Jun 23-27
Fairy Prince & Princess
M, W, F,
Jun 23-27
Little Patriots
M, W, Th
Jun 30-Jul 3
Cooking Up a Story
M, W, F
Jul 7-11
Music Makers
M, W, F,
Jul 7-11
Art Discovery
M, W, F,
Jul 14-18
Diggin’ Dinos
M, W, F
Jul 14-18
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Fairy Tale Adventure
M, W, F
Jul 21-25
Art Academy
M, W, F
Jul 28-Aug 1
10:00 AM-12:00 PM CNRC 152574
10:00 AM-12:00 PM CNRC 152578
I Can Build It
M, W, F,
Jul 28-Aug 1
9:30-11:30 AM
DLRC
152502
152504
Everything Bugs
M, W, F,
Aug 4-8
9:30-11:30 AM
DLRC
152503
152567
Tiny Kids Self Defense
M, W, F
Aug 4-8
10:00 AM-12:00 PM CNRC 10:00 AM-12:00 PM 9:30-11:30 AM
CNRC DLRC
152555
152501
9:30-11:30 AM
DLRC
152499
10:00 AM-12:00 PM CNRC 152562
9:30-11:30 AM
DLRC
10:00 AM-12:00 PM CNRC Contract
Contact Carol Henry with Lone Star Institute of Tae Kwon Do at 817-271-6959 to register.
10:00 AM-12:00 PM CNRC 152571
9:30-11:30 AM
DLRC
152500
9:30-11:30 AM
DLRC
152498
10:00 AM-12:00 PM CNRC 152561
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All Aboard
M, W, F,
Aug 11-15
9:30-11:30 AM
DLRC
152497
Critter Connection
M, W, F
Aug 11-15
10:00 AM-12:00 PM CNRC 152582
X-TREME TEEN CAMPS
MONDAY - FRIDAY • $135 PER WEEK • AGES 11-15
Tired of staying at home bored? Too old for day camp? Try out our X-Treme Teen Camp. It will
feature new and exciting activities everyday! We will take several field trips each week and have
great activities planned for the days we stay at the center.
DATE
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
WEEK
Jun 9-13
Jun 16-20
Jun 23-27
Jun 30-July 3
Jul 7-11
Jul 14-18
Jul 21-25
Jul 28-Aug 1
Aug 4-8
Aug 11-15
Aug 18-22
FIELD TRIP
Six Flags & BK Pool
Fort Worth Zoo & Horseback Riding
Nickelmania & Perot Museum
Cici’s & Randol Mill Pool
Hurricane Harbor & Urban Air
Mountasia & Whirly Ball
Rangers Ballpark & Arlington Skatium
ASI Gymnastics & AT&T Stadium
Alley Cats & Hawaiian Falls
NRH20 & Six Flags
Dallas World Aquarium & BK Pool
TIME
9:00 AM-5:00 PM 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
9:00 AM-5:00 PM
9:00 AM-5:00 PM
9:00 AM-5:00 PM
9:00 AM-5:00 PM
9:00 AM-5:00 PM
9:00 AM-5:00 PM
9:00 AM-5:00 PM
9:00 AM-5:00 PM 9:00 AM-5:00 PM CODE
CNRC 152594 or DLRC 152749
CNRC 152595 or DLRC 152751
CNRC 152596 or DLRC 152752
CNRC 152597 or DLRC 152753
CNRC 152598 or DLRC 152770
CNRC 152599 or DLRC 152771
CNRC 152600 or DLRC 152772
CNRC 152601 or DLRC 152773
CNRC 152602 or DLRC 152774
CNRC 152603 or DLRC 152775
CNRC 152604 or DLRC 152776
For more information on our X-Treme Teen Camps, please contact one of the recreation centers:
Cliff Nelson — 817-561-2819 • Dottie Lynn — 817-277-5001
Sports Camp - Full Day
Full day sports camps offer a variety of sports venues daily such as
basketball, baseball, flag football, track, skating, archery, crafts and
other activities. Participants will swim once a week during camp so
make sure you bring your swimsuit. Field trips are planned through
the summer as well. Wear athletic clothing, sunscreen & closed toed
athletic shoes. Free lunch program is included, sponsored by the
USDA. Drop off begins at 7 AM and pick up is no later than 6:30 PM. Age: 5-13................................................................................ $115 / Week
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
Jun 9-13
Jun 16-20
Jun 23-27
Jun 30-Jul 3
Jul 7-11
Jul 14-18
Jul 21-25
Jul 28-Aug 1
Aug 4-8
Aug 11-15
Aug 18-22
7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM EOAC EOAC EOAC EOAC EOAC EOAC EOAC EOAC EOAC EOAC EOAC 151272
151273
151274
151275
151276
151277
151278
151279
151280
151281
151282
Counselor in Training
Over the Summer, your teen must be able to commit to the
development of their leadership skills while helping and playing
with our campers. All teens will be supervised while participating
in regular camp activities. They will learn what it’s like to be a
counselor and have the skills necessary for future employment. All
CITs must complete an application and basic interview. Spaces are
limited. Weekly registration only.
Age: 13-15.................................................................................$50 / Week
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-Th
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
Jun 9-13
Jun 16-20
Jun 23-27
Jun 30-Jul 3
Jul 7-11
Jul 14-18
Jul 21-25
Jul 28-Aug 1
Aug 4-8
Aug 11-15
Aug 18-22
7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:00 PM 7:00 AM-6:00 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:00 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:00 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:00 PM 7:00 AM-6:00 PM CNRC
CNRC
CNRC CNRC CNRC CNRC CNRC CNRC
CNRC CNRC
CNRC
152583
152584
152585
152586
152587
152588
152589
152590
152591
152592
152593
Summer Camps - Full Day
Full day camps offer a new theme each week with games, crafts and
other fun activities. Campers also may swim at least once a week
at a nearby pool. Six field trips are planned. Campers should bring
a sack lunch each day. An afternoon snack is provided. Each family
will receive a parent’s packet at registration outlining activities,
the overview of each week, discipline policies and a copy of our
Standards of Care procedures. Age: 5-12............................................................................... $115 / Week
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-Th
M-Th
M-Th
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
Jun 9-13
Jun 9-13
Jun 9-13
Jun 16-20
Jun 16-20
Jun 16-20
Jun 23-27
Jun 23-27
Jun 23-27
Jun 30-Jul 3
Jun 30-Jul 3
Jun 30-Jul 3
Jul 7-11
Jul 7-11
Jul 7-11
Jul 14-18
Jul 14-18
Jul 14-18
Jul 21-25
Jul 21-25
Jul 21-25
Jul 28-Aug 1
Jul 28-Aug 1
Jul 28-Aug 1
Aug 4-8
Aug 4-8
Aug 4-8
Aug 11-15
Aug 11-15
Aug 11-15
Aug 18-22
Aug 18-22
Aug 18-22
7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM
7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM 7:00 AM-6:30 PM CNRC DLRC HSRC
CNRC DLRC HSRC CNRC DLRC HSRC CNRC DLRC HSRC CNRC
DLRC HSRC CNRC DLRC HSRC CNRC DLRC HSRC CNRC DLRC HSRC CNRC DLRC HSRC CNRC DLRC HSRC CNRC DLRC
HSRC 152450
152463
152655
152451
152464
152656
152452
152473
152657
152453
152467
152658
152454
152469
152659
152455
152465
152660
152456
152472
152661
152457
152466
152662
152458
152468
152663
152459
152471
152664
152460
152474
152665
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CAMP
KITSU
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City of Arlington Parks and Recreation • N a t u r a l l y F u n . o r g
CAMP KITSU
Camp Kitsu offers a safe and fun outdoor experience
for kids! Our focus is on developing outdoor skills
and conservation while having the most memorable
summer yet!
Some of our activities include:
• Canoeing
• Fishing
• Archery
• Nature Crafts
• Forts
• Guest Speakers
• Swimming
• Games
• Awesome Fieldtrips
Camp Kitsu goes on one, sometimes two, fieldtrips a week. A few of
our featured trips this summer are:
Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
Fossil Rim Wildlife Center represents over 1000 animals, 50 species
of native and non-native animals living peacefully at the 1,700-acre
center. Campers can feed and see these spectacular animals on a
scenic tour.
Horseback Riding
Campers get the opportunity to learn about horse safety, grooming,
and care. After all safety precautions have been taken the campers
get to go horseback riding in an enclosed arena.
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park
Get Ready For a Great Camping Adventure! From the minute you
enter North Texas Jellystone Park™, you’ll experience the best
camping amenities and park activities possible. From hay rides
to swimming and visits from Yogi Bear™ and friends, North Texas
Jellystone Park™ offers its own unique experience.
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
Are you ready for an adventure? We will be immersed in the
science and history of field archaeology as you explore the world
of film hero Indiana Jones™. Join the search for riches in Quest for
Treasure then Dig into the Past to put important clues together
helping to piece together an ancient story. Campers will also get
the chance to see an Imax film!
817-277-5001
WEST ARLINGTON
6300 W. Arkansas Ln.
Arlington, TX 76016
“
Camp Kitsu was an opportunity to
be adventurous, and I think that
was part of what made it so fun as
a director. I have many memories
that I am not soon to forget! I loved
the time truly spent outdoors
learning how to canoe, fish, use
a compass and build a fort out of
sticks, to name a few.”
Shelby Weir
2013 Camp Kitsu Director
CAMP KITSU
Camp is held at Richard Simpson Park.
Age: 5-12............................................................................... $160 / Week
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
M-F
Jun 16-20
Jun 23-27
Jul 7-11
Jul 14-18 Jul 21-25 Jul 28-Aug 1 Aug 4-8 Aug 11-15
8:00 AM-5:00 PM
8:00 AM-5:00 PM
8:00 AM-5:00 PM
8:00 AM-5:00 PM
8:00 AM-5:00 PM
8:00 AM-5:00 PM
8:00 AM-5:00 PM
8:00 AM-5:00 PM
RSP RSP RSP RSP RSP RSP RSP RSP 152505
152506
152507
152508
152509
152510
152511
152512
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Feature
BY MARK FADDEN
NaturallyFun Author
JOIN THE FUN AND
COMPETITION!
T
im Baggett knows Arlington sports. Not only is he the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department (APRD) Adult
Sports Manager, but he’s been playing sports in Arlington
since the 1950s.
“The City of Arlington got into sports well over 75 years ago.
It began with a baseball program that played its games at
Meadowbrook Park before Randol Mill was developed. Two youth
baseball fields and two senior baseball fields along with two
teenage baseball and two fast pitch fields were built in the midfifties. As fast pitch participation began to wane and slow pitch
softball began to overtake the numbers, the two teenage fields
became the first slow pitch complex in Arlington in latter 1960s
early 1970s.”
But while city sports offerings may have started with baseball
and softball, today the city has leagues in sports across the
spectrum. “The City of Arlington also provides both youth and
adult basketball, youth soccer, adult (men’s, women’s and coed) and youth (co-ed) volleyball, adult inline hockey, adult and
youth kickball (co-ed for both), adult men’s flag football, youth
cheerleading, and youth T-ball coach pitch and kid pitch baseball
(co-ed),” said Baggett.
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With that many offerings in its lineup, many organizations, such as
local churches and businesses, look to the Arlington leagues to get
a little exercise and also maintain some fun rivalries.
“For years we have offered a Monday night men’s church league.
First Baptist Church and Fielder Road Baptist Church have been
a part of the program since the beginning and theirs was an early
rivalry. Business rivalries have come and gone over the years,
restaurants versus restaurants, General Motors teams versus Bell
Helicopter teams, etc.”
We have a team that has been with us for over 20 years who
started as seniors in high school playing with their dads.
During the week of Halloween they dress up in character to
play the game, from Forest Gump to Babe Ruth, to a sniper in
the outfield decked out in full camo to super heroes. They all
enjoy playing,” said Baggett.
This summer, two popular choices for adult team sports are
softball and kickball. To see the complete sport lineup and
registration dates, turn to pg. 25.
For additional information, please visit arlingtonsports.net.
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YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES
REGISTER TODAY AT ARLINGTONSPORTS.NET
SUMMER 2014
SpORT
Ages
Fee
Registration
Season Begins
T-Ball
3-6
$75
April 1 - 30
June 7
Coach Pitch
7-8
$75
April 1 - 30
June 7
Basketball: Co-Rec
3-12
$75
April 1 - 30
June 14
Cheer Squad
6-12
$90
April 1 - 30
June 14
Indoor Soccer
3-12
$75
April 1 - 30
June 14
SpORT
Ages
Fee
Registration
Season Begins
Outdoor Soccer
3-12
$75
August 1 - 30
September 27
T-Ball
3-6
$75
August 1 - 30
September 27
Coach Pitch
7-8
$75
August 1 - 30
September 27
FALL 2014
YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUE INFORMATION
• All Youth Leagues include an eight-game
season, league jersey (cap with baseball
program), individual participant awards
and sports officials.
• Teams will have a volunteer coach. If you
are interested in coaching indicate this
during the online registration process or
call us at 817-459-6434.
• Teams are formed by special request such
as coaches or other participants.
• Once a team is full, any other special
requests will be placed on other teams in
the league.
• Practices will be determined by the
volunteer coach/parents.
• All youth sports leagues are Co-ed.
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• Registrations without special request are
placed on teams by zip codes and schools.
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation • N a t u r a l l y F u n . o r g
• We try to honor special requests when
forming teams, but there are times we are
unable to fulfill all requests.
• Refunds are not issued unless the
department cancels the league.
• For more information on all of our
available Youth Leagues, please call
817-459-6434 or 817-459-5463.
ADULT SPORTS LEAGUES
BASKETBALL
The City of Arlington offers adult basketball during the winter, spring,
summer and fall seasons. The eight-game leagues are played at Elzie
Odom Athletic Center in north Arlington or at Meadowbrook Park
Center in central Arlington. League play includes Men’s Competitive
and Men’s Recreational divisions.
FLAG FOOTBALL
The City of Arlington’s Men’s Adult Flag Football leagues are offered
during the spring, winter and fall seasons. Games are played at
Harold Patterson Sports Center in south Arlington on Sunday
afternoons.
INLINE HOCKEY
Adult Inline Hockey Leagues for men ages 18 and up. Each season
consists of eight games plus playoffs. All teams must provide their
own uniforms and game equipment (H.E.C.C. Certified Helmet,
Hockey Gloves, Skates and Shin Pads). Leagues will follow the rules
and regulations set by the City of Arlington Parks and Recreation
Department and USA Hockey.
KICKBALL
The City of Arlington offers Coed Adult Kickball during spring,
summer, fall, and winter sessions. The six-game leagues are played
at Harold Patterson Sports Center and Randol Mill Park on Monday,
Tuesday and Friday nights.
SOFTBALL
Harold Patterson Sports Center • ASA League
Located in south Arlington off I-20 and Bardin Road. Leagues are
offered in the winter, spring, summer and fall each year. Leagues
consist of eight games per season.
Randol Mill Park • USSSA Leagues
Located in north Arlington off I-30 and Randol Mill Road. Leagues
are offered in the winter, spring, summer and fall each year. Leagues
consist of eight games per season.
VOLLEYBALL
Adult volleyball offers women’s and coed leagues. Women’s leagues
are offered on Monday and Friday, and Coed leagues on Tuesday,
Thursday and Sunday nights. Leagues are offered during the winter,
spring, summer and fall seasons. A Coed Rookie league is held on
Tuesday nights.
For more information on any of our adult
sports leagues, contact us at 817-459-5463.
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EUNICE
activity center
Located less than two miles from AT&T
Stadium and the Arlington Entertainment
District, the Eunice Activity Center was
renovated in 2001, adding an additional 3,400
square feet of meeting and gathering space.
The center is open weekdays, beginning at
8:30 AM on Mon-Thur and 11:00 AM on Fri.
A full slate of recurring activities are planned
throughout the week, including exercise
classes, arts and crafts and informational
sessions. See the activities calendar on the
opposite page for a complete listing of weekly
events. For additional information on special
events, trips and group outings, please call
817-277-8091.
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1000 Eunice St.
Arlington, TX 76010
Monday.............................................................8:30 AM-8:00 PM
Tuesday-Wednesday .......................................8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Thursday...........................................................8:30 AM-7:00 PM
Friday ...........................................................11:00 AM-10:00 PM
Saturday-Sunday ......................................................... CLOSED
The Eunice Activity Center is located just
down the road from Meadowbrook Park,
Arlington’s first city park. Consisting of 52
acres, the park opened in 1924 and features
picnic grounds, the nine-hole Meadowbrook
Park Golf Course, horseshoe pits, a Monarch
butterfly waystation, basketball courts and
much more.
Rooms at the Eunice Activity Center may
be rented seven days a week during
business hours when no center activities
are scheduled, and after business hours.
The facility includes a 3,000 square foot
ballroom, a variety of multi-purpose meeting
rooms and a full service kitchen with stove,
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation • N a t u r a l l y F u n . o r g
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refrigerator, oven and microwave. For more
rental information, call the center at 817-2778091.
FITNESS PLUS PROGRAM
Eunice Activity Center is also a participating
facility in the Fitness Plus program. Fitness
Plus is a dynamic program that enables a
member to participate in as many fitness
programs as they desire for an all-inclusive
set fee of $30 per month. The fee includes the
weight room. Also, it is good at all recreation
and athletics centers in the City of Arlington.
For more information, please see pg. 11 or
call 817-277-8091.
EUNICE ACTIVITY CENTER
1000 Eunice St. Arlington, TX 76010 • 817-277-8091
TIME
MON
TUE
WED
THU
8:30 AM
*Yoga
Chair Yoga
(8:45 AM)
*Yoga
Chair Yoga
(8:45 AM)
9:00 AM
Craft Club
*WET Club
Wii Game Day
9:45 AM
10:00 AM
*Exercise
National Active & Retired
Federal Employees Mtg.
(3rd Mon)
11:00 AM
Wii Game Day
*Exercise
*Exercise
Book Club
Senior Genealogy
Intermediate Line
Dancing
*Pilates
Ukulele Band
1:00 PM
*Watercolor
Bridge Adv/Comp
Bridge Adv/Comp
*Oil Painting
Bridge Adv/Comp
1:30 PM
*Intro to PC
*Line Dance
*Intro to PC
3:15 PM
Retired Teacher
Assoc. (3rd Tue)
*Internet and
Facebook 101
Intermediate Line
Dancing
*Pilates
12:30 PM
2:00 PM
FRI
Senior Men’s Golf
(call for schedule)
Bridge Adv/Comp
Defensive Driving
(1st Fri • 1-5 PM)
Bingo Bash
(4th Fri)
*Wii Game Day
*Internet and
Facebook 101
Senior Advisory
Board (2nd Wed)
3:30 PM
4:00 PM
Game Night
5:00 PM
Merry Rounders
7:00 PM
*TOPS: Take Off
Pounds Sensibly
Game Night
Friday Night Dance
ADDITIONAL FITNESS CLASSES AVAILABLE. Check out pg. 12-13 for fitness calenders at our other Arlington recreation centers!
SENIOR PROGRESSIVE DINNER - JUNE (DATE COMING SOON)
Sponsored by Holiday Retirement Facilities. We will visit 3 facilities.
There will be appetizers at one facility, the dinner at another, and we
will end the evening by having desert at our final facility. No sales,
just information and “Fun”.
ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Wednesday, July 23 • 12:30-1:30 PM • $1
Come and beat the heat by joining us for a delicious sundae at
our ice cream social. We will play games, and if time permits we
could have a round or two of bingo. Be sure to register early so
we’ll have enough ice cream for everyone. Facility card required.
Genealogy - WEDNESDAYS • 10:00-11:00 AM • $20/Month
Like a great mystery novel, follow clues to unlock the history of your
family. Who knows? You just might be related to Thomas Jefferson!
Certain Traits and characteristics do run in a family. A facility card is
required.
SENIOR CRAFT FAIR
Saturday, Oct. 4 • 9:00 AM-4:00 PM • Free Event!
Annual Senior Craft Fair will be held on Sat., October 4, 2014.
Vendors are asked to exhibit handmade items only. Please no
food items, due to City health regulations. Craft Fair will be held
at the Eunice Activity Center. Set up will begin at 7:00-8:30 AM.
Doors open to the public from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM.
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senior rec center
NEW YORK
A full slate of recurring activities are planned
throughout the week at the Senior Recreation
Center New York, including exercise classes,
arts and crafts and informational sessions.
See the activities calendar on the opposite
page for a complete listing of weekly events.
For additional information on special events,
trips and group outings, please call 817-4605009.
The SRCNY has spaces to rent which are ideal
for all types of events – including organization
meetings, church services, sporting events
and special occasions. Space is available
to rent seven days a week depending upon
availability.
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2015 Craig Hanking Dr.
Arlington, TX 76010
Monday-Friday.................................8:30 AM-6:00 PM
Saturday-Sunday .......................................... CLOSED
Rental availability is open to both City of
Arlington residents and non-residents.
Compare our rates to other event venues and
you’ll see the value in hosting your next event
with us!
Our 2,400 square foot multi-purpose Main
Hall is ideal for weddings, family reunions
and other private events. The windows of the
room provide unique ambient lighting during
daytime hours. The seating capacity of this
room is 185 with tables, and slightly less if a
dance floor is desired.
The Main Hall can be divided in three
sections. Single Sections of the Hall may be
rented during operating hours.
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For non-operating hours, at least two
sections must be rented. The full-service
kitchen is equipped with cooking devices
as well as refrigeration and freezers.
A 295-sq-ft Central Activity Room is the
perfect setting for smaller gatherings or can
serve as an additional reception area for
larger Main Hall events.
SENIOR RECREATION CENTER NEW YORK
2015 Craig Hanking Dr. Arlington, TX 76010 • 817-460-5009
TIME
MON
8:00 AM
Fitness Walking
8:30 AM
Table Games
8:45 AM
*Strength Training
9:30 AM
TUE
WED
THU
Fitness Walking
Table Games
Table Games
Fitness Walking
Table Games
*Tai Chi
10:00 AM
Parkinson’s Support
Rummikub (2nd Mon)
Table/Card Games
10:30 AM
Table Games
*Strength Training
*Strength Training
Movie Madness
(1st Fri)
Table/Card Games
9:45 AM
FRI
*Tai Chi
Table/Card Games
Stitch & Beads
Parkinson’s
Support &Exercise
Table/Card Games
Super Bingo
(3rd and 5th Fri)
Table/Card Games
Joyful Singing
Blood Pressure Check
(4th Fri)
11:00 AM
Lunch $2 Donation
11:30 AM
Lunch $2 Donation
Lunch $2 Donation
Lunch $2 Donation
Lunch $2 Donation
Food Pantry (2nd Fri)
Birthday Celebration
(1st Fri)
Ice Cream Social
(4th Wed)
12:30 PM
1:00 PM
*Cardio Fitness
*Cardio Fitness
Afternoon Tea
(2nd Wed)
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
Afternoon Bingo
(1st Tue)
4:00 PM
Pot Luck Bingo
(4th Tue)
ADDITIONAL FITNESS CLASSES AVAILABLE. Check out pg. 14-15 for fitness calenders at our other Arlington recreation centers!
Make 2014 the year you focus on
health and well-being.
This free event is open to all ages and offers a variety of
health screenings and wellness demonstrations.
PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE 12TH ANNUAL
HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO
FRIDAY, APRIL 25 • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM • EUNICE ACTIVITY CENTER — 1000 EUNICE ST. ARLINGTON, TX 76010
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Wear a new knee to your next tea party.
Joint pain can make simple activities like playing with kids and swinging a golf club hurt too much to
enjoy. That’s why at Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital, we offer joint replacement options so you
can get back to where you belong. The team has the expertise to perform total knee replacements, hand
surgery, hip replacement, shoulder surgery, rehabilitation services and more to help you return to your
active lifestyle. Call and we will help you experience greater range of motion and emotion.
1-877-THR-WELL
TexasHealth.org/Arlington-Ortho
Doctors on the medical staff practice independently and are not employees or agents of the hospital. © 2014
Feature
B
A NATURALLY
FUN PROPOSAL
Two Arlington Parks and Recreation regulars are loving married life after a Naturally Fun
romance that was sparked at Senior Center New York.
onnie and Don Adams said they
hope everyone will find the
kind of love they have.
The couple met four years ago at the
Arlington Senior Recreation Center on
New York Avenue. They saw each other
at events and often played games at the
same table, Don Adams said.
He asked Bonnie Adams to the Ennis
Bluebonnet Festival on April 17, 2010,
where they had their first date.
“I think he was pretty confident I would
say yes,” Bonnie said.
Pam Mitchell, an administrative aid at
the center, said she discovered they were
dating during an outing to the State Fair.
museums. Don said the key to a successful
relationship goes beyond the words
people say.
“We got back to the gate and she was real
giddy, almost like a schoolgirl,” Mitchell
said. “They were holding hands walking
back to the van.”
“You have to care about the person and
know they care about you,” he said. “You
have to really express that and show it
and believe it, not just say it.”
The pair married in October 2011 at a
small ceremony in their home in Arlington.
In November, they honeymooned on
a cruise to the Caribbean. Now they
enjoy a relaxed life, Don said, and spend
their time watching old movies, reading
poetry, listening to music and going to
Bonnie’s advice to couples is simple.
“Life is short,” she said. “Go for the gusto.”
EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS
DIABETES
May 7 • SRCNY • 10:00-11:00 AM • FREE
Professionals will come in and educate us on Diabetes. We’ll learn
the importance of exercise and diet.
HEARING AIDS & TESTING
May 14 • SRCNY • 10:00-11:00 AM • FREE
Come and receive a free hearing test. Professionals will also check
your hearing aids to make sure they are working properly.
NUTRITION AND YOUR HEALTH
June 26 • SRCNY • 10:00-11:00 AM • FREE
Come and learn about nutrition and diet and how it could help you
live a healthy life.
Home And Personal Safety
June 20 • EAC • 10:00-11:00 AM • FREE
Presented By: The Arlington Police Department.
Diabetes & How It AffectS The Body
July 2 • EAC • 10:00-11:00 AM • FREE
Diabetes is a disease in which levels of blood glucose, also called
blood sugar, are above normal. People with diabetes have problems
converting food to energy. Learn how all of this works in your body.
DIABETES NUTRITION
July 16 • EAC • 10:00-11:00 AM • FREE
Healthy nutrition and how to use the Food Pyramid to organize the
different food groups, and servings that should be eaten daily for
balanced, complete nutrition.
KIDNEY EDUCATION
July 16 • SRCNY • 10:00-11:00 AM • FREE
Expedient Home Health Care will offer free education on the
symptoms, causes and treatment of diabetes and the overall
impact of this disease on the body. Come and learn more about all
inclusive dialysis treatments in the comfort of your home.
LIVING WITH DIABETES
July 23 • EAC • 10:00-11:00 AM • FREE
Getting support from family and friends. Patients’ rights - protecting
patients against abuse, fraud and discrimination.
MEDICATION MANAGEMENT
Sept. 25 • SRCNY • 10:00-11:00 AM • FREE
We will have professional staff come and explain about managing
our medication.
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DAY TRIPS & TRAVEL
Check out these great trips organized by the Eunice Activity Center and Senior Center New York!
For more information, visit NaturallyFun.org.
CHOCTAW CASINO
May 22 • EAC • 8:00 AM-8:00 PM • $12.00
Come with us for a day trip to Choctaw Casino and try your luck at
the tables or machines. Choctaw will give each person a players
card with $10 play money.
Waxahachie Downtown Square
June 5 • SRCNY • 9:00 AM-3:00 PM • $12.00
We will visit the Downtown Square in Waxahachie, with its charming
turn-of-the-century architecture and friendly people. It is truly a
time capsule of an era long since past. Join us as we easily take
a step back, for just a little while, to a place and time when values
were a little clearer and life a little simpler.
PEROT SCIENCE MUSEUM
June 10 • EAC • 9:00 AM-3:30 PM • $24.00
The Perot Museum of Nature and Science located in Victory Park,
near Downtown Dallas is said to be a ‘world of wonder’ by The
Dallas Morning News. Inspiring curiosity in all ages and boasting
as a living science lesson, this new museum opened its doors to the
public on December 1, 2012. Get ready to amaze your brain through
hands-on learning experiences. Lunch will be on your own at a local
restaurant.
Clark Gardens (Mineral Wells)
June 17 • EAC • 9:00 AM-4:00 PM • $20 - Walking Tour
($30 for Motorized Cart Tour)
Through every season of the year, nature’s glorious displays
provide unsurpassed beauty. These spectacular gardens have
been featured on HGTV’s “Great American Gardens” in addition to
numerous magazines, newspapers and other publications.
The Three Musketeers:
All Swash & no Buckle (THEATRE ARLINGTON)
July 13 • EAC • 12:30-7:00 PM • $32.00
On stage at Theatre Arlington. This spoof of 17th Century France
pulls out all the stops and is full of outrageous characters, from a
lying Cardinal who’s into magic, to Milady de Winter, who cannot
get rid of her mother. We will go to dinner at the Olive Garden.
CHOCTAW CASINO
July 24 • SRCNY • 8:00 AM-8:00 PM • $12.00
Come with us for a day trip to Choctaw Casino and try your luck at
the tables or machines. Choctaw will give each person a players
card with $10 play money.
RINGLING BROS. CIRCUS
Aug. 18 • EAC • 10:00 AM-3:30 PM • $34.00
Come and rekindle the joy and excitement of the circus. Thrill to
the spectacle of live animals as they show that we might not be the
smartest animals on earth. Laugh at the crazy antics of the clowns.
All in all you are sure to have fun. Come on, you know you want to,
and leave the driving and parking to us.
THE NERD (THEATRE ARLINGTON)
Aug. 24 • EAC • 12:30-7:00 PM • $32.00
A fellow ex-GI, whom he has never met, but who saved his life after
he was seriously wounded in Vietnam. He has written to Rick to say
that, as long as he is alive, “you will have somebody on Earth who
will do anything for you.” So Willum is delighted when Rick shows
up unexpectedly at his apartment on the night of his 34th birthday
party. Dinner will be at a local restaurant.
Juneteenth Celebration
Denton Courthouse on the
Square Museum
Fox Run Estates Lunch & Bingo
DIEZ Y SEIS
June 19 • SRCNY • 9:00 AM-2:00 PM • $8.00
Come join us for a morning of fun, music, dancing, food and
entertainment at the Resource Connection Campus. Breakfast
also served from 9-10 am only. Lunch and transportation will be
provided.
June 25 • SRCNY • 10:00 AM-2:00 PM • $12.00
We will have a tour of the Fox Run Retirement Estates. We will also
have lunch in their dining room and end the day with bingo.
Ripley’s Believe It Or Not
July 10 • EAC • 9:30 AM-2:30 PM • $20.00
Find out more about Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Where for over 80
years they have been thrilling visitors with their unique brand of
odd and unbelievable displays! One thing is for sure, you will
have fun, “believe it or not”! Lunch will be on your own at a local
restaurant.
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Sept. 11 • SRCNY • 9:00 AM-2:00 PM • $12.00
Join us for a trip to Denton County Square. We will tour the
Courthouse on the Square, the Bayless-Selby House Museum and
the Denton County African American Museum. Lunch will be on our
own.
Sept. 16 • SRCNY • 9:00 AM-2:00 PM • $8.00
Come join us for a morning of fun with music, dancing, food and
entertainment. A light breakfast and lunch will be served.
BRANSON
June 23-27, 2014 • $499 (Double Occupancy)
This will be a motor coach trip with 4 nights of lodging, 8 meals and admission to 7 fabulous Branson shows including the musical, “Moses” at
the Sight and Sound Auditorium. For reservations and additional trip details, please contact Pam Mitchell at [email protected] or
by phone to 817-459-5464.
Caribbean Cruise
Sept 28-Oct 5, 2014 • $785 (Double Occupancy - Inside Cabin)
Come with us as we take a 7 days/6 nights tour of the Caribbean. Highlights include Montego Bay, Jamaica, Grand Cayman and Cozumel,
Mexico. Our magic carpet will be the Carnival Magic Dream Class cruise ship. We will have a charter bus to and from Galveston. The bus trip is
included in the price of the trip. Come on...the Caribbean is waiting for you!
IRELAND
March 17-24, 2015 • $2,799 (Double Occupancy)
Experience a true taste of “Irish Splendor” on a trip that combines fabulous accommodations, stunning scenery and sumptuous food. Highlights
include trips to Blarney Castle, Killarney, Dingle Peninsula, Cliffs of Moher, Guinness Storehouse and Dromoland Castle. Package includes
round-trip air transportation from DFW to Dublin, 8 nights accommodations and 9 meals. For reservations and additional trip details, please
contact Pam Mitchell at [email protected] or by phone to 817-459-5464.
RED HAT SOCIETY
We believe silliness provides comedy relief for life and we share a bond of affection
forged by common life experiences. Our official chapter name “The Arlington Day
Dreamers” enjoy monthly outings or social events around the metroplex.
Trip
China Harbor
Campo Verde
Moni’s Pasta & Pizza
Fee $12.00 $12.00
$12.00 Date Jun 18 Jul 16
Aug 20 Time
Location
11:00 AM EUNICE
11:00 AM
EUNICE
11:00 AM
EUNICE
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City of Arlington Parks and Recreation • N a t u r a l l y F u n . o r g
ARLINGTON TENNIS CENTER
is an award-winning public tennis facility with 26 outdoor, lighted courts. ATC offers classes, drills and leagues for players of all ages
and abilities, from beginner to advanced levels. The facility and staff host frequent special events, including USTA Texas sanctioned
tournaments, a National Open Championship, a USTA National Junior Team Tournament and several non-sanctioned tournaments. ATC
also serves as the host site for over 40 other tournaments and events each year.
HOURS
Monday-Thursday................................................ 8:00 AM-9:30 PM
Friday ................................................................... 8:00 AM-8:00 PM
Saturday .............................................................. 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Sunday ............................................................... 12:00 PM-8:00 PM
(hours may be adjusted during special events and during holidays)
FEATURES
• 26 outdoor, lighted tennis courts, including six 10 and
Under junior courts
• Fully stocked pro shop with the latest in tennis equipment,
apparel and dozens of unique tennis-themed gifts
• Complete locker room facilities with showers
• Concession area offering snacks and drinks
• Free Wi-Fi
sERVICES
Pro Shop
Featuring the latest in racquets, strings, grips and accessories,
including bags and other on-court needs. ATC’s pro shop also has
select tennis apparel, shoes and dozens of unique tennis-themed
novelties, jewelry and gifts that are perfect for new or experienced
players of all ages.
Racquet Stringing
Two-day service on racquet stringing and state-of-the-art
equipment are just two of the benefits to using the Arlington Tennis
Center’s racquet stringing service.
Demo Racquets
FIND US
arlingtontennis.net
817-459-6163
Arlington Tennis Center
500 W. Mayfield Rd., 76014
REGISTRATION
Class and league registrations must be made at least three days in
advance of the starting date to avoid a $5 late fee. Registrations
can be made online at NaturallyFun.org, over the phone or in
person by visiting the Arlington Tennis Center. Private instruction
is also available. Bring a group of four or more players and we will
customize a class just for you! Facility cards are NOT required for
ATC programs or services. Court assignments are subject to change.
Please check in at the front counter for each visit. When registering
on line, the stated price includes any advertised discounts. For
additional information, call the Arlington Tennis Center at 817-4596163, visit NaturallyFun.org or email us at [email protected].
UPCOMING EVENTS
May 3: ATC Annual Block Party
May 10: USPTA Tennis Across America
May 17: Junior HS District Tournament
May 24-26: MCB Little Mo Regional Junior Tournament
June 23-28: US Open Sectional Qualifying Tournament
June 28-29: Arlington Tennis Association Junior Singles Open
July 2-7: USTA Zone Team Championships
July 12-13: Arlington Tennis Center ZAT Junior Tournament
Our “try it before you buy it” demo program allows you to try out
racquets on site.
July (TBD): Fort Worth Tennis Association Adult Major Zone 22
Ball Machine
August (TBD): ATC Mid Cites Junior Circuit Tournament
Ball Machine rentals available for single use or with annual pass
memberships.
July (TBD): UTA ITA Collegiate Summer Circuit Tournament
August 9-11: ATC Super Championship Major Zone
August 22-24: Fort Worth Area USTA Adult Combo Tournament
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Junior 10 & Under
10 & Under tennis classes are designed to introduce younger players
to the fundamentals of tennis in a fun and games format, with courts,
nets and equipment scaled to fit the age of the players. Receive $5 off
a beginner prestrung tennis racquet with your first class registration!
No class Saturday, August 9. Come out during your regular class
time, and see the top juniors in Texas compete, and receive a free
ATC ‘Cats T-shirt or towel!
Ages: 5-6
Day
Sa
Sa
T, Th
T, Th
T, Th
Dates
May 31-Jun 28
Jul 19-Aug 23
May 27-Jun 26
Jul 1-24
Jul 29-Aug 21
Time
8:30-9:30 AM 8:30-9:30 AM Code
154499
154504
Cost
$30
$30
5
5
5:30-6:30 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 154505
154509
154510
$60
$48
$48
10
8
8
Day
Dates
Time
Code
Cost
Classes
T, Th
T, Th
T, Th
May 27-Jun 26
Jul 1-24
Jul 29-Aug 21
5:30-6:30 PM 5:30-6:30 PM
5:30-6:30 PM 154516
154517
154518
$60
$48
$48
10
8
8
May 31-Jun 28
Jul 19-Aug 23
9:30-10:30 AM 9:30-10:30 AM 154511
154515
$30
$30
5
5
Ages: 9-10
Day
Dates
Time
Code
Cost
Classes
T, Th
T, Th
T, Th
May 27-Jun 26
Jul 1-24
Jul 29-Aug 21
6:30-7:30 PM 6:30-7:30 PM
6:30-7:30 PM
154524
154525
154526
$60
$48
$48
10
8
8
Sa
Sa
May 31-Jun 28
Jul 19-Aug 23
10:30-11:30 AM 10:30-11:30 AM
154520
154521
$30
$30
Arlington Tennis Center junior tennis camps are designed for all levels
of players aged 5-6 and 7-8, 9-10 and 11-17. Our 10 & Under camps
(ages 5-6, 7-8 and 9-10) use ‘right sized’ courts, nets and racquets for
younger players. (Note: Age 5-6 meets for one hour only, MondayThursday.) Level I-III camps (ages 11-17) introduce the fundamentals
of tennis in a fun and games format for complete beginners, with
teaching focus and goals adjusted as players progress through
Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3. Competitive Junior Training camps are
designed for advanced, high school and qualified players.
Classes
Ages: 7-8
Sa
Sa
ATC JUNIOR SUMMER CAMPS
5
5
Junior LEVELS I-III
Level I-III classes for juniors aged 11-17 are designed to introduce,
refine and build on the fundamentals of tennis in a fun and games
format. Students are divided into age and ability levels. Receive
$5 off a beginner prestrung tennis racquet with your first class
registration!
No class Saturday, August 9. Come out during your regular class
time, and see the top juniors in Texas compete, and receive a free
ATC ‘Cats T-shirt or towel!
Note: Jul 8 camps begin on Tuesday, and are three-day camps. Cost has been prorated.
Ages: 5-6
DayDates
M-Th Jun 9-12 M-Th Jun 16-19 Tu-Th Jul 8-10 M-Th Jul 14-17 M-Th Jul 21-24 M-Th Jul 28-31 M-Th Aug 4-7 M-Th Aug 11-14 M-Th Aug 18-21 Ages: 7-8
Day
M-Th M-Th Tu-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th Dates
Jun 9-12 Jun 16-19 Jul 8-10 Jul 14-17 Jul 21-24 Jul 28-31 Aug 4-7 Aug 11-14 Aug 18-21 Ages: 9-10
Day Dates
M-Th Jun 9-12 M-Th Jun 16-19 Tu-Th Jul 8-10 M-Th Jul 14-17 M-Th Jul 21-24 M-Th Jul 28-31 M-Th Aug 4-7 M-Th Aug 11-14 M-Th Aug 18-21 Time
8:30-9:30 AM
8:30-9:30 AM 8:30-9:30 AM 8:30-9:30 AM 8:30-9:30 AM 8:30-9:30 AM 8:30-9:30 AM 8:30-9:30 AM 8:30-9:30 AM Code
154411
154451
154452
154453
154454
154455
154456
154457
154458
Class
Cost
Dates
$24
4
$24
4
$18
3
$24
4
$24
4
$24
4
$24
4
$24
4
$24
4
Time
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
Code
154412
154459
154460
154461
154462
154463
154464
154465
154466
Cost
$72
$72
$54
$72
$72
$72
$72
$72
$72
Time
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
Code
154434
154475 154476
154477
154478
154479
154480
154481
154482
Class
Dates
Cost
$72
4
$72
4
$54
3
$72
4
$72
4
$72
4
$72
4
$72
4
$72
4
Time
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
Code
154415
154467
154468
154469
154470
154471
154472
154473
154474
Class
Cost Dates
$90
4
$90
4
$67.50 3
$90
4
$90
4
$90
4
$90
4
$90
4
$90
4
Code
154414
154483
154484
154485
154486
154487
154488
154489
154490
Cost
$120
$120
$90
$120
$120
$120
$120
$120
$120
Class
Dates
4
4
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
NOTE: No class Memorial Day. First weekday session begins Wednesday, May 28.
Ages: 11-17 (Levels I-III)
Ages: 11-17
Day
Dates
Time
Code
Cost
Classes
9
8
8
Sa
Sa
May 31-Jun 28
Jul 19-Aug 23
8:30-10:00 AM 8:30-10:00 AM 154528
154529
$67.50
$67.50
M, W
M, W
M, W
May 28-Jun 25
Jun 30-Jul 23
Jul 28-Aug 20
5:30-6:30 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 154532
154533
154534
$81
$72
$72
5
5
Competitive JUNIOR Training
The Arlington Tennis Center Competitive Jr Training program
provides High School JV (Intermediate), Varsity, Champ and Super
Champ (Advanced), as well as qualified Junior High players, an
opportunity to improve their tennis skills through tactical drills,
instruction and competitive supervised play.
NOTE: No class Memorial Day. First weekday session begins Wednesday, May 28.
Ages: 11-17
Day
M, W
M, W
M, W
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Dates
May 28-Jun 25
Jun 30-Jul 23
Jul 28-Aug 20
Time
6:30-8:00 PM 6:30-8:00 PM 6:30-8:00 PM Code
154493
154497
154498
Cost Sessions
$162
$144
$144
9
8
8
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation • N a t u r a l l y F u n . o r g
Day
M-Th M-Th Tu-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th Dates
Jun 9-12 Jun 16-19 Jul 8-10 Jul 14-17 Jul 21-24 Jul 28-31 Aug 4-7 Aug 11-14 Aug 18-21 Competitive Junior Training
Day
M-Th M-Th Tu-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th Dates
Jun 9-12 Jun 16-19 Jul 8-10 Jul 14-17 Jul 21-24 Jul 28-31 Aug 4-7 Aug 11-14 Aug 18-21 Time
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
Class
Dates
4
4
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
ATC SPECIALTY SUMMER CAMP
Arlington Tennis Center is offering two specialty summer tennis
camps. ATC works closely with Arlington ISD high school coaches
so that both camps are geared toward best preparing players of all
levels for the upcoming fall season.
The Junior High camp is for players who are entering junior high (or
middle) school, and who plan to participate in the on-campus tennis
programs and teams. The High School preparation camp is designed
for players who are entering high school, and who plan to compete
on a varsity or junior varsity team.
High School Camp
Day
M-Th Dates
Jul 21-24 Junior High Camp
Day
M-Th Dates
Aug 11-14 Time
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
Code
154492
Cost $120
Sessions
4
Time
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
Code
154491
Cost $90
Sessions
4
MATCH PLAY
(Advanced Players AGEs 11-17)
Improve your game fast with regular match play!
Advanced registration is required.
SATURDAYS • 12:00-2:00 PM
$20 per day or save almost 20% by purchasing
a pass for 8 or 16 match play dates!
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ATC
[ ]
BLOCK
PART Y
SATURDAY, MAY 3 • 2-4:30 PM • FREE ENTRY!
ARLINGTON TENNIS CENTER
FOOD • DOOR PRIZES • MUSIC
TENNIS FUN AND ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES AND ABILITY LEVELS!
ARLINGTON TENNIS CENTER Pro Shop
Pro Shop hours:
Mon-Thur: 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM • Fri: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM • Sun: 12:00 - 8:00 PM
Whether you are a tennis player or know a tennis player,
the Pro Shop at Arlington Tennis Center has what you need!
Our Pro Shop features an extensive stock of the latest
in racquets, strings and accessories. We also offer high
performance tennis shoes and in-demand clothing items.
In addition to equipment and clothing, our Pro Shop carries
a great selection of unusual, tennis-themed gifts. You are
sure to find the perfect item for every tennis enthusiast in
your life. Our knowledgeable staff will be on hand to assist
with your selections.
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City of Arlington Parks and Recreation • N a t u r a l l y F u n . o r g
TOP FOUR
REASONS
TO VISIT
THE ATC:
1
2
3
4
Outstanding, beautiful public
tennis facility, conveniently
located in Arlington near
I-20, with 26 outdoor lighted
tennis courts, including six 10
and Under courts, and locker
rooms with showers.
Diverse programming to serve
the needs of EVERYONE age
5+, and all skill levels from
‘never picked up a racquet’
students to advanced players,
including classes, private
lessons, drills, play days,
tournaments and leagues.
ADULT BEGINNER
Adult Beginner classes are designed to introduce the fundamentals
of tennis in a fun and games format. Receive $5 off a beginner
prestrung tennis racquet with your first class registration! Note: No
class Saturday, August 9. Come out during your regular class time,
and see the top juniors in Texas compete, and receive a free ATC ‘Cats
T-shirt or towel!
Ages: 17+
Day
Dates
Time
Code
154384
154385
$90
$90
Cost
Classes
T, Th
T, Th
T, Th
May 27-Jun 26
Jul 1-24
Jul 29-Aug 21
7:30-8:30 PM 7:30-8:30 PM
7:30-8:30 PM
154388
154389
154390
$120
$96
$96
10
8
8
Sa
Sa
May 31-Jun 28
Jul 19-Aug 23
10:00-11:30 AM 10:00-11:30 AM
5
5
ADULT DRILL LEAGUE
The Adult Drill League is a special league on Monday nights that
combines instruction with league play. Leagues meet once per week.
Day
M
M
Dates
Time
Jun 2-Jul 7
Jul 14-Aug 18
Code
8:00-9:30 PM
8:00-9:30 PM
154392
154393
Cost
$72
$72
League
Dates
6
6
ADULT TENNIS LEAGUES
The Arlington Tennis Center offers a variety of progressive
recreational leagues for men and women. Balls are provided.
League season winners receive a championship t-shirt. Leagues
meet once per week.
Day
Dates
Time
Ladies’ 2.5–3.5 Doubles M
M
Jun 2-Jul 7
Jul 14-Aug 18
9:00-10:30 AM
9:00-10:30 AM
Ladies’ 3.0–4.0 Doubles
Tu
Tu
Jun 3-Jul 8
Jul 15-Aug 19
7:30-9:00 PM
7:30-9:00 PM
Men’s 3.0 Singles
Th
Th
Jun 5-Jul 10
Jul 17-Aug 21
7:30-9:00 PM
7:30-9:00 PM
Men’s 3.5–4.0 Singles
W
W
Jun 4-Jul 9
Jul 16-Aug 20
7:30-9:00 PM
7:30-9:00 PM
Men’s Open Doubles
M
M
Jun 2-Jul 7
Jul 14-Aug 18
7:30-9:00 PM
7:30-9:00 PM
Professional, knowledgeable
teaching staff who can get
beginner players off to the
RIGHT start, and help existing
players improve, as well as
friendly customer service
staff who provide attention
to detail and personalized
service.
ADULT DRILLS
Full service pro shop with
incredible inventory of
racquets and tennis-themed
gifts, and specialty tennis
clothing and shoes.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Cost
League
Dates
154395
154396
$36
$36
6
6
154398
154399
$36
$36
6
6
154401
154402
$36
$36
6
6
154405
154406
$36
$36
6
6
154408
154409
$36
$36
6
6
Code
Hit a whole lotta balls. Have a whole lotta fun! ATC Adult Drills keep
you moving and improving.
Buy drill passes and SAVE!
Weekday drill passes: $88 for 8 drills
Saturday drill passes: $108 for 8 drills
DAYTime
T
Th
Sa
Level
7:30-8:30 PM 7:30-8:30 PM 8:30-10:00 AM
3.0
3.5+
ALL
Cost
$12
$12
$16
Private lessons are an ideal way to work on the specifics of your game
that you would like to improve. Scheduled at your convenience,
private lessons can be the answer to accommodate your busy life.
Purchase a series of seven lessons and get the eighth one free!
RATES:
USPTA Pro: $45 / Hour • USPTA Head Pro: $60 / Hour
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“
Hard to believe it’s a public
course. Great layout, well
designed, well maintained
and very scenic.”
TIERRA VERDE GOLF CLUB REVIEW • MARCH 11, 2014
SCENIC VIEWS. CHAMPIONSHIP LAYOUTS.
Arlington Golf offers fabulous golf at four distinctly different courses to players of every level of experience. Whether you
are a beginner or the most seasoned player, you will enjoy an unforgettable experience at each of our fine locations. Our
diverse Arlington courses offer a variety of amenities to accommodate all players’ needs, including special fees during
twilight hours, exclusive offers, leagues, lessons and clinics, as well as tournament and event planning.
TIERRA
VERDE
GOLF CLUB
• CHESTER
COURSE • LAKE ARLINGTON GOLF COURSE • MEADOWBROOK PARK GOLF COURSE
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City
of Arlington
Parks and
RecreationDITTO
• N a tGOLF
u r a l ly F u n . o r g
TIERRA VERDE
GOLF CLUB
CHESTER DITTO
GOLF COURSE
7005 Golf Club Dr. • Arlington, TX 76001
801 Brown Blvd. • Arlington, TX 76011
817-478-8500
817-275-5941
fb.com/TierraVerde
fb.com/ChesterDittoGolf
twitter.com/TierraVerdeGolf
twitter.com/ChesterDittoGC
It’s hard to find a more beautiful course than the award-winning
Tierra Verde Golf Club. Tierra Verde is the first golf course in Texas
and the first municipal course in the world to be certified as an
Audubon Signature Sanctuary. Walk onto the first tee and enter
an environment where golf and nature come together in harmony.
Named after life-long resident of Arlington Chester W. Ditto, Ditto
Golf Course is located in north Arlington, just 15 minutes from
the DFW airport and near the heart of Arlington’s Entertainment
District, featuring the Texas Rangers, Dallas Cowboys and Six
Flags.
Opened in 1998, and carved from 250 acres of secluded terrain,
the course’s unsurpassed layout encompasses a variety of natural
settings and offers an outstanding playing experience on every
hole. The course has been host to many prestigious events,
including the Byron Nelson Qualifying Tournament on multiple
occasions.
As a long-standing favorite among golfers in the Dallas-Fort Worth
area, Chester Ditto is 18-holes of challenging golf blending plush
fairways narrowed by trees and accented with strategically placed
sand bunkers and landing areas.
Tierra Verde was named the top golf course in the DFW Metroplex
in 2012 and 2013 by Avid Golfer magazine.*
Each hole has five sets of tees, sculpted fairways, strategically
placed sand bunkers and water hazards - all accented by stately
trees and beautiful native grasses.
The facility features a state-of-the-art golf learning center, a lighted
driving range, three-hole practice course and large chipping and
putting green complex. Also offered are lessons and clinics taught
by PGA/LPGA professionals and apprentices, an outdoor pavilion
and full-service restaurant, Ventana Grille, that complement
every event from small corporate outings to large fundraising
tournaments.
A driving range, practice putting green and chipping area are
offered to complete one’s golfing experience.
The clubhouse offers snack bar concessions and a full line pro
shop with today’s most popular equipment and apparel. Chester
Ditto also offers tournaments and private and group lessons
taught by PGA Professionals and Apprentices.
Chester Ditto was named one of Avid Golfer’s Top 50 DFW public
courses in 2013.
The course is currently in the Master Planning process
for significant improvements to both the golf course and
clubhouse. To review the plans and give your input, please visit:
ArlingtonGolf.com/cwditto_plan
*Public-Premium Category
ARLINGTONGOLF.COM
TEE TIMES ON YOUR TIME.
Book tee times 24 hours a day directly from your
smartphone at any of our four Arlington golf courses with
our FREE iPhone app or our mobile-friendly website.
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LAKE ARLINGTON
GOLF COURSE
GOLF COURSE
1516 W. Green Oaks Blvd. • Arlington, TX 76013
1300 E. Dugan • Arlington, TX 76010
817-451-6101
817-275-0221
fb.com/LakeArlingtonGolfCourse
fb.com/MeadowbrookParkGolfCourse
twitter.com/LakeArlingtonGC
twitter.com/MeadowbrookPark
Lake Arlington Golf Course is a beautiful 18-hole facility nestled
on 185 acres on the north shore of Lake Arlington. The course
was designed with all types of players in mind and with the newly
renovated fairways and greens, the course provides a great golfing
experience at an exceptional value.
Lake Arlington’s time-honored design blends open and tree-lined
fairways, long challenging par 3’s and scenic greens to appeal to
every level of player.
A challenge for the professional as well as the beginner, the four
sets of tees, ranging from 5,485 yards to 6,637, provides a fair
playing field that appeals to every level of proficiency.
The clubhouse features a well stocked pro shop and grill. Lake
Arlington’s combination of enjoyable golf, convenient location
and professional staff create the perfect setting for group outings
and tournaments.
The course offers challenging golf along with a practice putting
green and chipping area at an exceptional value.
A Ralph Plummer design, the course was renovated in 1998 and
celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2013.
Avid Golfer voted Lake Arlington the most kid-friendly course in
DFW in 2013, while the layout garnered a Top-50 public course
ranking in the publication too.
PGA Head Professional Michael Berneburg and his staff offer golf
lessons for all ages and ability levels. Call 817-451-6101 for rates
and availability.
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MEADOWBROOK PARK
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation • N a t u r a l l y F u n . o r g
Arlington’s tradition of outstanding golf began in the 1920’s with
Meadowbrook Park Golf Course. Conveniently located just east of
downtown Arlington, the golf course provides an excellent choice
for families and leagues.
The golf course is the centerpiece of Arlington’s first city park.
Arlington purchased the 52-acre site in 1923 and it was sponsored
by the Arlington Rotary Club.
The site includes picnic grounds and the tree-filled nine-hole golf
course. Many of the holes feature vistas of nearby AT&T Stadium,
home of the Dallas Cowboys.
Meadowbrook Park is the perfect facility to learn the game of
golf and sharpen short-game skills. The 9-Hole, par-33 layout
consists of six par 4s, 250 to 300 yards in length, and three par 3s,
approximately 150 yards in length.
The course can be easily walked or played under time constraints
and has a long-standing commitment to beginning adult and
junior golfers. Golf legends Ben Hogan and Byron Nelson once led
golf clinics here.
Its small greens and narrow fairways are designed to challenge
every level of player.
The clubhouse offers a full line pro shop, concessions, and golf
cart rentals. Exclusive facility rental opportunities are available
for both golf and non-golf outdoor activities.
With a long-standing commitment to environmental
enhancement and preservation, Meadowbrook Park Golf Course
is like a walk in the park for the whole family!
VENTANA GRILLE
AT TIERRA VERDE GOLF CLUB
7005 Golf Club Dr. • Arlington, TX 76001
817-548-5047
fb.com/VentanaGrille
twitter.com/Ventana_Grille
Trade the typical parking lot views of other restaurants for Ventana
Grille and the sights and sounds of Tierra Verde Golf Club -- the
first Audubon Signature Sanctuary golf course in Texas -- where
golf, dining and nature come together in harmony.
Open to the public daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and
offering a takeout menu for golfers, local homeowners and the
customer on the go, Ventana Grille’s array of affordable menu
options under $10 makes it the perfect place for your next meal!
Ideally located less than three miles from I-20 off US 287, Ventana
Grille is an excellent place to grab a bite to eat and enjoy a couple
of drinks after your round of golf, a quick casual lunch spot for you
and your co-workers, and the ideal setting to celebrate your next
special event.
The kitchen is open daily from 6:30 AM to 9 PM and features Avid
Golfer’s “Best Breakfast Burrito” and daily lunch specials ranging
from $7.95 to $9.95.
Be sure to visit ArlingtonGolf.com/ventana_events/ to see a
complete list of upcoming events at Ventana Grille. Whether you
are attending one of our special Holiday functions, Ticket to Travel
dinners, or are just enjoying a meal away from home, Ventana
Grille promises to be a delight to the taste buds.
Caterings, wedding receptions, private parties, to-go orders and
special requests are welcome! Take the stress off as you let us
handle all of the details of your upcoming wedding, corporate
event or private party.
For reservations or additional information, visit ArlingtonGolf.
com or call 817-548-5047.
Great
Music
Even Better Views
PARTY
T I E R R A
V E R D E
G O L F
C L U B
V E N T A N A
G R I L L E
Back by popular demand in 2014 is our Party on the Patio concert
series! The summer concerts feature live music by local Dallas-Fort
Worth bands under the stars at Tierra Verde Golf Club.
Bring the whole family and enjoy dinner and great music while the
sun goes down. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs for your added
comfort.
You won’t want to miss this year’s lineup. We are sure that this will
be a memorable evening for the entire family, filled with food & drink
specials and lots of fun! Visit ArlingtonGolf.com for dates, cost and
music lineup.
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HOOKED ON GOLF!
Our Hooked on Golf Junior Academy is the perfect place for juniors of
all skill levels to improve their game. This fun and exciting program
features four structured levels, where students can advance from one
level to the next by learning the many life skills inherent in golf and
performing all of the golf skills required to advance.
Classes are taught at both Tierra Verde Golf Club and Chester Ditto
Golf Course.
Each level consists of four weeks of instruction. We also feature a
Junior League, where young golfers who have participated in Level 3
and up can compete against other program members.
HOOKED ON GOLF JUNIOR SCHEDULE
JUNE - CHESTER DITTO GOLF COURSE
AgeLevel
6 - 11
1
6 - 11
2
6 - 11
3
6 - 11
4
DatesTime
Jun 2-25
4:30-5:30 PM
Jun 3-26
4:30-5:30 PM
Jun 2-25
5:45-6:45 PM
Jun 3-26
5:45-6:45 PM
Cost
$149
$149
$149
$149
Days
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
AgeLevel
12 - 17
1
12 - 17
2
12 - 17
3
12 - 17
4
DatesTime
Jun 2-25
7:00-8:00 PM
Jun 3-26
7:00-8:00 PM
Jun 3-24
11:00 AM-1:00 PM
Jun 5-26
11:00 AM-1:00 PM
Cost
$149
$149
$149
$149
Days
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
Tue
Thu
JUNE - TIERRA VERDE GOLF CLUB
A graduate level has been also added to allow students who have
completed all four levels of the program to continue to enhance their
skill levels. Students receive a membership card good for discounts at
all Arlington Golf facilities!
AgeLevel
6 - 11
1
6 - 11
1
6 - 11
2
6 - 11
3
6 - 11
4
DatesTime
Jun 2-25
8:30-9:30 AM
Jun 3-26
4:30-5:30 PM
Jun 2-25
4:30-5:30 PM
Jun 3-26
5:45-6:45 PM
Jun 2-25
5:45-6:45 PM
Cost
$149
$149
$149
$149
$149
Days
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
Mon/Wed
Call 817-478-8500 or visit ArlingtonGolf.com for information on any of
our Hooked on Golf programs.
AgeLevel
12 - 17
1
12 - 17
1
12 - 17
2
12 - 17
3
12 - 17
4
DatesTime
Jun 2-25
5:30-6:30 PM
Jun 3-26
5:30-6:30 PM
Jun 2-25
4:30-6:30 PM
Jun 2-25
2:00-4:00 PM
Jun 4-25
5:45-6:45 PM
Cost
$149
$149
$149
$149
$149
Days
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
Mon/Wed
Mon
Wed
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JULY - CHESTER DITTO GOLF COURSE
AgeLevelDatesTimeCost
6 - 11
1
Jul 8-31
4:30-5:30 PM
$149
6 - 11
2
Jul 7-30
4:30-5:30 PM
$149
6 - 11
3
Jul 8-31
5:45-6:45 PM
$149
6 - 11
4
Jul 7-30
5:45-6:45 PM
$149
Days
Tue/Thu
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
Mon/Wed
AgeLevelDatesTimeCost
12 - 17
1
Jul 8-31
7:00-8:00 PM
$149
12 - 17
2
Jul 7-30
7:00-8:00 PM
$149
12 - 17
3
Jul 7-28
11:00 AM-1:00 PM $149
12 - 17
4
Jul 9-30
11:00 AM-1:00 PM $149
Days
Tue/Thu
Mon/Wed
Mon
Wed
JULY - TIERRA VERDE GOLF CLUB
AgeLevelDatesTimeCost
6 - 11
1
Jul 7-30
4:30-5:30 PM
$149
6 - 11
1
Jul 8-31
8:30-9:30 AM
$149
6 - 11
2
Jul 8-31
4:30-5:30 PM
$149
6 - 11
3
Jul 7-30
5:45-6:45 PM
$149
6 - 11
4
Jul 8-31
5:45-6:45 PM
$149
Days
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
Tue/Thu
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
AgeLevelDatesTimeCost
12 - 17
1
Jul 7-30
7:00-8:00 PM
$149
12 - 17
1
Jul 8-31
9:45-10:45 AM
$149
12 - 17
2
Jul 8-31
7:00-8:00 PM
$149
12 - 17
3
Jul 8-29
11:00 AM-1:00 PM $149
12 - 17
4
Jul 10-31
11:00 AM-1:00 PM $149
Days
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
Tue/Thu
Tue
Thu
AUGUST - CHESTER DITTO GOLF COURSE
AgeLevelDatesTimeCost
6 - 11
1
Aug 4-27
4:30-5:30 PM
$149
6 - 11
2
Aug 5-28
4:30-5:30 PM
$149
6 - 11
3
Aug 4-27
5:45-6:45 PM
$149
6 - 11
4
Aug 5-28
5:45-6:45 PM
$149
Days
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
AgeLevelDatesTimeCost
12 - 17
1
Aug 4-27
7:00-8:00 PM
$149
12 - 17
2
Aug 5-28
7:00-8:00 PM
$149
12 - 17
3
Aug 1-22
5:00-7:00 PM
$149
12 - 17
4
Aug 2-23
2:30-4:30 PM
$149
Days
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
Fri
Sat
AUGUST - TIERRA VERDE GOLF CLUB
AgeLevelDatesTimeCost
6 - 11
1
Aug 5-28
4:30-5:30 PM
$149
6 - 11
2
Aug 4-27
4:30-5:30 PM
$149
6 - 11
3
Aug 5-28
5:45-6:45 PM
$149
6 - 11
4
Aug 4-27
5:45-6:45 PM
$149
Days
Tue/Thu
Mon/Wed
Tue/Thu
Mon/Wed
AgeLevelDatesTimeCost
12 - 17
1
Aug 5-28
7:00-8:00 PM
$149
12 - 17
2
Aug 4-27
7:00-8:00 PM
$149
12 - 17
3
Aug 1-22
5:00-7:00 PM
$149
12 - 17
4
Aug 2-23
3:00-5:00 PM
$149
Days
Tue/Thu
Mon/Wed
Fri
Sat
SUMMER CAMP
TIERRA VERDE GOLF CLUB • CHESTER DITTO GOLF COURSE
HOOKED ON GOLF SUMMER CAMPS
Camps are designed to get students “Hooked on Golf” in a fun and
exciting environment. Students will learn the very basics in pitching,
putting, chipping and full swing, while having a great time, and meeting
new friends. The final day of the camp will feature a skills competition
with prizes awarded.
Each camp runs for four days, 90 minutes each day, and costs $79 per
week. Campers will be divided into two age groups (ages 6-11 or 12-17).
Camp size is limited to provide plenty of time for individual instruction,
so register today!
To register, please visit ArlingtonGolf.com or call one of the Pro Shops:
Tierra Verde - 817-478-8500 • Chester Ditto - 817-275-5941
Ages: 6-17 | $79 Per Week
DAYS
M-TH
M-TH
M-TH
M-TH
M-TH
M-TH
M-TH
M-TH
M-TH
M-TH
DATESCOURSETIMES
Jun 9-12
Jun 9-12
Jun 16-19
Jun 23-26
Jul 7-10
Jul 14-17
Jul 14-17
Jul 21-24
Aug 4-7
Aug 11-14
Chester Ditto Golf Course
Tierra Verde Golf Club
Tierra Verde Golf Club
Chester Ditto Golf Course
Tierra Verde Golf Club
Chester Ditto Golf Course
Tierra Verde Golf Club
Tierra Verde Golf Club
Tierra Verde Golf Club
Tierra Verde Golf Club
8:30-10:00 AM 6:00-7:30 PM
8:30-10:00 AM 8:30-10:00 AM 8:30-10:00 AM 8:30-10:00 AM 6:00-7:30 PM
8:30-10:00 AM 6:00-7:30 PM
8:30-10:00 AM NEW IN 2014: EVENING CAMPS!
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“
THERE IS
NO REASON
TO HOST A
TOURNAMENT
WITH ANYONE
ELSE.”
ARLINGTON GOLF EVENT REVIEW • SEPT 2013
TIPS FROM
THE PROS
TY KRAUSE
Tournament & events coordinator
Arlington Golf
If I’m a first-time tournament
organizer, what are some things that
Arlington Golf can assist me with to
make my job easier? At Arlington Golf,
we offer concierge level service and
will consult and assist you throughout
tournament process. We will also identify
areas of focus that will allow you to stay
organized, efficient and maximize your
revenue.
What are some of the services and
amenities that set a tournament at one
of the Arlington golf properties apart
from the competition? We take pride
in our ability to customize every event
and tailor to the needs of our clients. We
dedicate time and thought to creating the
best experience possible.
You offer much more than just golf
tournaments. Tell me about some
of the private events and catering
opportunities thru Arlington Golf. Our
passion is golf but our team is committed
to services and amenities beyond the
course. Tierra Verde hosts numerous
social events throughout the year such at
Mother’s Day Brunch, Party on the Patio
Concert Series, as well as new events like
Trivia Night which will debut this summer.
Ventana Grille can host banquets,
business meetings and corporate outings
for groups up to 80 guests. In addition,
our expansive, enclosed patio is the ideal
setting for cocktail parties and receptions,
and provides scenic views of Tierra Verde
with space for 150 guests.
Do you have any final words of wisdom
or advice for tournament planners?
? You will find the best deals on outing
packages if you book your event during
a weekday or late afternoon. There also
tends to be more flexibility on rate in the
late summer and winter months.
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For additional event information or to
schedule a consultation for your next
group outing, please call 817-478-8500.
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation • N aturally F un . org
“
Level 1 — Beginner • 18 & Up
WITHIN A WEEK OF
THE FINAL CLASS, I
BROKE 100 FOR THE
FIRST TIME IN MY LIFE
AFTER YEARS OF TOTAL
FRUSTRATION.”
HOOKED ON GOLF REVIEW
Chester Ditto Golf Course
Arlington Golf’s Level 1 program is designed for anyone who wants
to learn all the basic fundamentals involved with playing golf. The
class will help develop the skills needed in order to have you on the
golf course as fast as possible. Participants in this level will receive
up to eight hours of instruction, free rounds of golf, a range and golf
discount card and many other great benefits!
CourseClass #
Chester Ditto
D4 Chester Ditto D5 Chester Ditto
D6
DatesTimeCost
Jun 7-28
11:00 AM-1:00 PM
$199 Jul 6-27 4:00-6:00 PM $199 Aug 2-23
4:30-6:30 PM $199 Tierra Verde Tierra Verde Tierra Verde Tierra Verde Tierra Verde Tierra Verde Jun 3-24
Jun 8-29
Jul 5-26
Jul 7-28
Aug 3-24
Aug 4-25
T6
T7
T8
T9
T10
T11
10:00 AM-12:00 PM 5:00-7:00 PM 4:00-6:00 PM 10:00 AM-12:00 PM 5:00-7:00 PM 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
$199 $199 $199 $199 $199 $199 Days
Sat
Sun
Sat
Tue
Sun
Sat
Mon
Sun
Mon
Level 2 — Breaking 100 • 18 & Up
Arlington Golf’s Level 2 program is designed for anyone who has either
completed the beginner level and has trouble breaking 100 or has
taken golf lessons in the past and wishes to become more consistent.
The main focus of the class is the full swing. This class will also cover
aspects of the short game including chipping, pitching and putting.
Participants in this level receive up to eight hours of instruction, with
a maximum of 6-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio. Students will also
receive free rounds of golf, a range and golf discount card and many
other great benefits!
HOOKED ON GOLF ADULT PROGRAM
This structured program is designed to teach the fundamentals
necessary to enjoy the game of golf for a lifetime. Whether a beginner
interested in learning the basic skills of golf, or a player interested in
improving your game to become more consistent, the Adult Hooked
on Golf program offers a variety of classes to fit your needs.
2014
FREQUENT PLAYER PROGRAM
CourseClass #
Chester Ditto D4 Chester Ditto
D5
Chester Ditto
D6 DatesTimeCost
Jun 8-29 2:00-4:00 PM $229 Jul 5-26
2:00-4:00 PM $229 Aug 3-24 4:30-6:30 PM $229 Days
Sun
Sat
Sun
Tierra Verde Tierra Verde Tierra Verde Tierra Verde Tierra Verde Tierra Verde Jun 5-26 Jun 7-28
Jul 6-27 Jul 9-30
Aug 2-23 Aug 6-27
Thu
Sat
Sun
Wed
Sat
Wed
T5
T6
T7
T8
T9
T10
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
4:00-6:00 PM 5:00-7:00 PM 10:00 AM-12:00 PM 5:00-7:00 PM 11:00 AM-1:00 PM $229 $229
$229 $229
$229 $229
PLAY MORE, PAY LESS.
Arlington Golf is excited to announce our 2014 Frequent Player Program, which rewards you, the golfer,
for your loyalty to our courses. 2014 Arlington Golf Frequent Players Club Membership cards are now
available for purchase at any of our four Arlington Golf locations. Card is valid at Tierra Verde Golf Club,
Chester Ditto Golf Course, Lake Arlington Golf Course and Meadowbrook Park Golf Course.
PROGRAM BENEFITS INCLUDE:
• 20% off green fee and cart rental good
anytime Monday – Thursday and after 11
a.m. on Friday– Sunday.
• Twilight advantage – receive the twilight
rate one (1) hour prior to normal twilight
start time.
• 10% off non-sale merchandise.
• 8-day advance reservation privileges.
• 10% off food and non-alcoholic beverage.
• One free round of golf with cart. Valid
anytime at Chester W. Ditto, Lake Arlington
and Meadowbrook Park golf courses, or
Monday- Thursday (anytime) or FridaySunday (after 1 p.m.) at Tierra Verde
Golf Club.
Some restrictions apply. Prices of membership are subject to change without notice. Not valid with other offers, replay fees, tournaments, leagues or on holidays. This offer is good
through December 31, 2014 regardless of purchase date. Call 817-478-8500 for more information.
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ARLINGTON AQUATICS
Annual INDOOR Swim Pass
AgePrice
2-11 ......................................................................... $90
12-54 ..................................................................... $100
55 & up* ................................................................... $85
Families who purchase three or more annual
swim passes receive 20% off. To receive the
discount, passes must be purchased in the
same transaction.
*Senior rates already discounted, therefore 20% off
additional family member does not apply.
NOTE: Annual Swim Pass does not include
admission to outdoor pools.
Combo Pass • $55/MONTH
This pass is a monthly membership that
gives you unlimited water and land aerobics
classes, open / lap swim and weight room
usage at HSRC and Hugh Smith Indoor Pool.
Swim Punch System
8 Punches ............................................................... $20
12 Punches ............................................................. $27
24 Punches ............................................................. $48
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Pool/Weight Room Pass
BABYSITTING TIMES & GUIDELINES
Single Membership
To make your visit more enjoyable, Hugh
Smith Indoor Pool and Recreation Center
offers a quality babysitting service. Please
note the following guidelines:
This pass gives you access to Hugh Smith
Indoor Pool open / lap swim and to HSRC’s
weight room.
Monthly ................................................................... $34
Annual ................................................................... $200
Additional family members 20% off
(membership card required)
DAILY ADMISSION FEES
AgePrice
2 & Under .............................................................. FREE
3-11* .......................................................................... $3
12 & Up* ............................................................... $3.50
Guests ....................................................................... $6
*Membership card required
family night
Friday nights are Family Night at Hugh Smith
Indoor Pool! Start your weekend off right by
spending a night at the pool with your family.
Admission is $2.50 per person between 6:008:00 PM.
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation • N a t u r a l l y F u n . o r g
MON / WED / FRI .................................... 8:30-11:30 AM
MON-THU ................................................. 6:00-8:00 PM
TUE-THU......................................... 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
SAT.......................................................... 9:30-11:30 AM
• The program is designed for children three
months of age and up.
• You must be actively participating in a class
or the weight room during the time your
child is in our care. Children may not be left
for more than one hour at a time.
• Our employees do not change diapers. If
your child needs a diaper change, staff will
locate and notify you.
• Please make sure that children are properly
signed in and out of the childcare room.
LEARN TO SWIM AT HUGH SMITH!
The Learn to Swim program offers customers
of all ages the opportunity to enjoy swim
lessons on weekends and weeknights.
Weekend classes are offered Saturdays or
Sundays over a period of nine weeks.
Weekday lessons are on Mondays and
Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays and
run for five weeks.
Our Learn to Swim program includes parent /
tot, preschool, adult and Red Cross certified
swimming classes. We also offer private
lessons for all ages.
For more information, or to register for the
Learn to Swim program, please call Hugh
Smith Indoor Pool at 817-275-0513.
LEVEL ASSESSMENT
The City of Arlington’s Learn to Swim
Program follows the American Red Cross
Swim and Water Safety Program. We assess
each child on the first day of class to help
with accurate placement of the child in the
correct level. If possible, we will move the
child to a level that best suits his or her skill
level. If a child is registered in the incorrect
class, every effort will be made to place
them into a class of an appropriate level but
cannot be guaranteed.
We ask parents to help assist us with
registering their child in the correct level by
talking to their child’s instructor at the end of
the session and/or following the guidelines
below.
LEVEL ASSESSMENT
(AGES 3 to 5)
OUTDOOR SWIM LESSONS
For information on outdoor swim
lessons at our Arlington pools,
please pick up a FREE copy of the
2014 Camp and Aquatics Guide.
swim lessons:
If Yes, Continue | If No, Clownfish PS1
STARFISH
One parent or trusted adult along with the instructor teaches your child fun and fitness
while learning water adjustment, games, songs, swimming skills and safety in and out of
the pool. This class is not meant to teach your child how to swim or survive in the water
independently. Child must wear a swim diaper and bathing suit.
Age: 6-35 Months
Sa Jun 7-Aug 9
Time
11:30-11:55 AM Can your child put their face in the water
comfortably? Does your child pay attention
in class?
Can your child do a front and back float
with little or no assistance?
ages 6 MOs - 5 YRS
Date
If Yes, Continue | If No, Tadpole
If Yes, Continue | If No, Clownfish PS1
HUGH SMITH INDOOR POOL
Day
Is your child at least four years old but
younger than six years old?
Pool
HSRC
Code
153518
Classes 9
Cost
$54
Can your child glide with arms above their
head in a streamline position?
If Yes, Continue | If No, Dolphin PS2
Can your child swim in a forward progress
for at least three body lengths?
If Yes, Continue | If No, Dolphin PS2
TADPOLE
This class encourages children age three to become comfortable in the water without a
parent. Children enhance learning with interactive games and songs. Participants learn to
blow bubbles in the water, how to float with support and basic leg movement.
Age: 3
Day
Sa Su T, Th
Date
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 8-Aug 10
Jul 15-Aug 14
Time
10:00-10:25 AM
1:00-1:25 PM 7:30-7:55 PM Pool
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
Code
153519
154304
154340
Classes 9
9
10
Does your child combine arm and leg
movements while swimming?
If Yes, Whale | If No, Dolphin PS2
Cost
$54
$54
$60
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GUPPY
This class is designed for the 3-year old preschool swimmer who has had prior
experience in the water, and can fully submerge and float & glide independently. This
class will continue to teach your child to propel through the water with coordinated
kicking and arm actions, take a breath and continue swimming. Prerequisite: Successful
completion of Tadpole and can independently swim in a forward motion.
Age: 3
Day
Date
Su Jun 8-Aug 10
Time
2:30-2:55 PM Pool
HSRC
Code
154309
Classes 9
Cost
$54
CLOWNFISH PS1
This class is designed for our more timid preschool swimmers (4 & 5 years of age) who
have never participated in swim lessons and do not possess a high comfort level in the
water. This class will focus on helping your child establish independence in the water
while beginning to build a basic foundation for swimming skills. Class size is limited to
four students to allow individualized instruction.
Age: 4-5
Day
Date
Sa Sa Sa Su Su M
T/Th
T/Th
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 8-Aug 10
Jun 8-Aug 10
Jun 9-Jul 7
Jun 10-Jul 10
Jul 15-Aug 14
Time
9:00-9:25 AM 9:30-9:55 AM
12:00-12:25 PM 12:00-12:25 PM 12:30-12:55 PM 7:30-7:55 PM 7:00-7:25 PM 7:00-7:25 PM
Pool
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
Code
153507
153508
154307
154302
154303
154328
154329
154339
Classes 9
9
9
9
9
5
10
10
Cost
$54
$54
$54
$54
$54
$30
$60
$60
Dolphin PS2
This class is designed for the 4-5 year old preschool swimmer who has had prior
experience in the water, and can fully submerge independently. This class will focus on
teaching your child independent front and back floats and glides, propelling through
the water with coordinated kicking and arm actions, holding breath for 5-10 seconds,
retrieving objects off the bottom of the pool, rhythmic breathing and unassisted water
entries and exits.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Clownfish level.
Date
Sa Sa Su T/Th
M
(AGES 6 to 12)
Can your child put their face in
the water comfortably?
If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 1
Can they do a front and back float without
assistance? Do they pay attention in class?
If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 1
Can they glide with arms above their
head in a streamline position?
If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 2
Do they know how to do front
crawl arm strokes?
If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 2
Can they do the front crawl 10 yards,
take a breath and continue
swimming without stopping?
If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 3
Do they know the elementary backstroke
and are comfortable being in
the deep water?
If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 3
Age: 4-5
Day
LEVEL ASSESSMENT
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 8-Aug 10
Jun 10-Jul 10
Jul 14-Aug 11
Time
10:30-10:55 AM
12:30-12:55 PM 1:30-1:55 PM 7:30-7:55 PM
7:30-7:55 PM
Pool
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
Code
153524
154308
154305
154330
154331 Classes 9
9
9
10
5
Cost
$54
$54
$54
$60
$30
WHALE PS3
This class is designed for the more advanced 4 & 5 year old preschool swimmer who
has had prior experience in the water. This class will build on the previous level and will
improve participant’s coordination of simultaneous arm and leg actions and alternating
arm and leg actions. It will also help your child begin to gain basic swimming propulsive
skills to be comfortable in and around water.
Can they swim 25 yards front crawl and
elementary backstroke without stopping?
If Yes, Continue | If No, Level 4
Do they swim freestyle and elementary
backstroke proficiently for 50 yards? Do
they swim backstroke and breaststroke
proficiently for 25 yards?
If Yes, Level 6 | If No, Level 5
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Dolphin level.
Age: 4-5
Day
Sa Su Date
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 8-Aug 10
Time
11:00-11:25 AM 2:00-2:25 PM Pool
HSRC
HSRC
Code
153530
154306
Classes HAVE A SPLASHING GOOD TIME!
9
9
Cost
$54
$54
Hugh Smith Indoor Pool is available to rent for private parties, family gatherings, etc. The availability of rental time depends
upon the pool’s operating hours. Lifeguards are provided for all rentals. Rental fee of $135 includes up to 40 guests for two
hours. A $25 fee is added for an additional 40 guests. Seven day notice is required. Please call 817-275-0513 to book a pool.
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swim lessons
ages 6 - 12
Level 1 - Introduction to Water Skills
Level 4 - STROKE IMPROVEMENT
Students will be taught beginning skills such as fully submerging
their face in the water and retrieving objects, front and back floats,
moving comfortably through the water and entering and exiting the
water independently. This is an excellent class for those who have
had little exposure to the water.
Age: 6-12
Day
Sa Sa Su
Su Su
Su M, W
Date
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 8-Aug 10
Jun 8-Aug 10 Jun 8-Aug 10
Jun 8-Aug 10 Jun 9-Jul 9
Time
9:00-9:40 AM
10:30-11:10 AM
12:00- 12:40 PM 12:00- 12:40 PM 12:45-1:25 PM
2:15-2:55 PM 8:00-8:40 PM Pool
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
Code
153533
153534
154310
154311
154312
154313
154343
Classes Cost
9
9
9
9
9
9
10
$54
$54
$54
$54
$54
$54
$60
Level 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills
The objective of Level 2 is to give participants success with
fundamental skills. Participants learn to float without support and
to recover to a vertical position. This level marks the beginning
of true locomotion skills. Participants continue to explore
simultaneous and alternating arm and leg actions on the front and
back to lay the foundation for future strokes.
Prerequisite: Participants entering this course must have a Level 1 certificate
or must be able to demonstrate all the completion requirements of Level 1.
Age: 6-12
Day
Sa Su
Su T, Th T, Th Date
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 8-Aug 10
Jun 8-Aug 10 Jun 10-Jul 10
Jul 15-Aug 14 Time
9:45-10:25 AM
12:00- 12:40 PM 12:45- 1:25 PM 8:00-8:40 PM 8:00-8:40 PM Pool
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
Code
153542
154314
154315
154344
154336
Classes Cost
9
9
9
10
10
$54
$54
$54
$60
$60
Level 3 - STROKE DEVELOPMENT
The objectives of Level 3 are for participants to learn the survival
float, the elementary backstroke and to coordinate the front crawl.
They are introduced to the scissors kick and the dolphin kick and
build on the fundamentals of treading water. Participants also
learn rules for headfirst entries and begin to learn to enter the water
headfirst from the side of the pool.
Prerequisite: Participants entering this course must have a Level 2 certificate
or must be able to demonstrate all the completion requirements in Level 2.
Age: 6-12
Day
Sa Sa Su
Su T, Th Date
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 8-Aug 10
Jun 8-Aug 10 Jun 10-Jul 10
Time
9:00-9:40 AM
11:15-11:55 AM
1:30- 2:10 PM 1:30- 2:10 PM 8:00-8:40 PM Pool
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
Code
153548
153549
154316
154317
154334
The objectives of Level 4 are to develop confidence in the strokes
learned thus far and to improve other aquatic skills. Participants
improve their skills and increase their endurance by swimming
familiar strokes (front crawl, elementary backstroke) for greater
distances. Students also continue to build upon the scissors kick
and dolphin kick by adding the arms for sidestroke and butterfly.
The back crawl and the breaststroke are introduced in Level 4, as
well as the basics of turning at a wall.
Prerequisite: Participants entering this course must have a Level 3 certificate
or must be able to demonstrate all the completion requirements in Level 3.
Age: 6-12
Day
Sa Su
M, W
Date
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 8-Aug 10
Jul 14-Aug 13
Time
9:45-10:25 AM
2:15-2:55 PM 8:00-8:40 PM Pool
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
Code
153553
154318
154335
Classes Cost
9
9
10
$54
$54
$60
Level 5 - STROKE COORDINATION
The objectives of Level 5 are to coordinate and refine strokes.
Participants refine their performance of all the strokes (front crawl,
back crawl, butterfly, breaststroke, elementary backstroke and
sidestroke) and increase their distances. Flip turns on the front and
back are also introduced.
Prerequisite: Participants entering this course must have a Level 4 certificate
or must be able to demonstrate all the course requirements in Level 4.
Age: 6-12
Day
Date
Sa Sa Su
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 8-Aug 10
Time
10:30-11:10 AM
12:00- 12:40 PM 12:45- 1:25 PM Pool
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
Code
153557
154320
154319
Classes Cost
9
9
9
$54
$54
$54
Level 6 - STROKE REFINEMENT
The objectives of Level 6 are to refine strokes so students swim them
with more ease, efficiency, power and smoothness over greater
distances.
Prerequisite: Participants entering this course must have a Level 5 certificate
or must be able to demonstrate all the skills required to complete Level 5.
Age: 6-12
Day
Sa Sa Date
Jun 7-Aug 9
Jun 7-Aug 9
Time
11:15-11:55 AM
12:00- 12:40 PM Pool
HSRC
HSRC
Code
153560
154321
Classes Cost
9
9
$54
$54
Classes Cost
9
9
9
9
10
$54
$54
$54
$54
$60
The MARS Foundation, through Make a Splash Arlington,
is offering Learn to Swim scholarships for low-income
families. For applications and more information, please
visit marswim.org or call 214-793-4773.
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swim lessons
BEGINNING SWIMMING FOR TEENS
This class is designed for teens, ages 13 through 17, who have little
or no knowledge of swimming or want to improve their swimming
strokes.
Age: 13-17
Day
Date
T, Th Jul 15-Aug 14 Time
8:00-8:40 PM Pool
Code
HSRC 154338
Classes Cost
10
$60
BEGINNING SWIMMING FOR ADULTS
Beginner level class introduces crawl stroke, gliding, kicks, deep
water swimming and survival floating.
Age: 18+ Day
Date
M, W T, Th Jun 9-Jul 9
Jul 15-Aug 14
Time
8:00-8:40 PM 8:00-8:40 PM Pool
Code
HSRC 154332
HSRC 154333
Classes Cost
10
10
$60
$60
INTERMEDIATE SWIMMING FOR ADULTS
Intermediate level class builds on the fundamental basic aquatics
skills and focuses more on technique. Adult participants are
comfortable in the water and can float, glide and move forward
independently.
Age: 18+
Day
M, W Date
Jul 14-Aug 13
Time
8:00-8:40 PM Pool
Code
HSRC 154337
Classes Cost
10
$60
PRIVATE LESSONS
One-on-one instruction provides the fastest progress possible due
to the undivided attention of the instructor and individual lessons
planned to meet that student’s needs.
All Ages
Day
Su
Su Su M
Su Su
Su
M
Date
Jun 8-29 Jun 8-29 Jun 8-29 Jun 9-Jul 7 Jul 13-Aug 10 Jul 13-Aug 10 Jul 13-Aug 3 Jul 14-Aug 11 Time
1:30-1:55 PM 2:00-2:25 PM 2:30-2:55 PM 7:00-7:25 PM 1:30-1:55 PM 2:00-2:25 PM 2:30-2:55 PM 7:00-7:25 PM Pool
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
HSRC
Code
154322
154324
154326
154341
154323
154325
154327
154342
Classes Cost
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
5
$80
$80
$80
$100
$100
$100
$100
$100
sPECIALTY INSTRUCTION
LIFEGUARD TRAINING
Water Safety Instructor
Learning Objectives: Recognize specific characteristic behaviors
of distressed swimmers and active and passive drowning victims;
recognize aquatic emergencies and act promptly and appropriately;
perform equipment-based rescue skills and techniques used by
professional lifeguards; recognize and care for possible spinal cord
injuries; learn to provide first aid and CPR. Attendance at all classes
is required! Times are subject to change.
Prerequisites: 25 yards Frontcrawl, Backcrawl, Breaststroke,
Sidestroke, Elementary Backstroke, 15 yards Butterfly, 1 minute
tread and backfloat. All strokes must be performed at Level 4 skill
level. Must be at least 16 years of age and must attend all classes!
Class times are subject to change.
Candidates successfully completing the class will be certified
in Lifeguarding, Standard First Aid and CPR for the Professional
Rescuer.
Through classroom learning and hands on experience, the American
Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Course prepares you to teach
people of all ages to swim and to be safe in, on and around water.
Age: 16+ ........................................................................................... $275
M-F Jun 16-20
TBA
Woodland West
152134
Prerequisites: Must be at least 15 years old to enroll in this class
and able to swim a total of 300 yards demonstrating freestyle and
breaststroke. Must be able to swim 20 yds., submerge and retrieve a
10 lb. brick, return to the surface, swim 20 yds. back to the starting
point within 1 minute 40 seconds.
LIFE GUARD Instructor
This class is for currently certified Lifeguards who are seeking
advanced training to instruct prospective Lifeguards. Must hold a
current Lifeguard certification and be at least 17 years old.
Age: 15+ ........................................................................................... $235
Age: 17+ ........................................................................................... $235
M-F
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Jun 9-13
TBA
Woodland West
152132
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F-Su Jun 27-29
TBA HSRC
152136
DIVE-IN MOVIE
pool promotions:
Randol Mill pool • FROZEN
JULY 10 • 8:30-10:30 PM
TWO FOR TUESDAYS
Get 2-for-1 entry at all City of
Arlington pools on Tuesdays.
Grab your swimsuit and join us for
a Dive-In Movie at Randol Mill Pool.
Lounge in and around the pool
with your friends and family while
enjoying a family-friendly feature
on the big screen! Admission is $4
for under 48 inches and $4.50 for
48 inches and up.
BUDDY FOR A BUCK
Every Thursday, outdoor season pass
holders can bring a buddy and get a
$1.00 discount for each guest.
Brought to you by:
special events
military discount
Present your military ID
and receive 1/2 priced
admission on Memorial
Day (May 26).
make a splash
Join us for a fun-filled day
of activities and water
safety education at Allen
Bolden Pool on June 14
from 9 am-12 PM.
father’s day
Dads receive free
admission at all City of
Arlington pools with
purchase of a child’s
admission on Father’s Day
(Sunday, June 15).
toddler splash
Enjoy fun activities geared
toward your toddler!
Howard Moore Play Pool
June 24 from 3-5 PM
Helen Wessler Play Pool
July 29 from 2-4 PM
$
4 on the fourth
Admission at BK and
Randol Mill pools will be
only $4.00 on July 4.
back to school splash
Bring a new school
supply item and receive
1/2 priced admission
from August 2-15. Visit
missionarlington.org/
services/schoolsupplies
for more information on
what is needed.
SWIM PASS APPRECIATION
Season Outdoor Swim
Pass holders enjoy
extended hours to swim
from 6:00-8:00 PM on
August 7 at Woodland
West Pool.
double dip
Enjoy TWO favorites: ice
cream and swimming!
The first 50 guests at
Woodland West Pool’s
Family Night on Aug. 4
receive free ice cream with
purchase of admission.
DIVE INTO READING
Dive into the Library
Reading Club! Each child
who earns an Arlington
Public Library reading
club certificate will get a
free swim pass good for
one free admission at any
City of Arlington Pool,
Mon-Thurs between June
8-August 9. Additional
family members receive
$1.00 off the regular
admission price.
FAMILY NIGHTS
WOODLAND WEST:
Monday and Wednesday nights are
Family Nights at Woodland West
Pool. Bring your family for an after
dinner swim. It’s the perfect way to
have some fun and cool off on those
hot summer nights! The Woodland
West Pool will re-open after swim
lessons for family swim time from
8 – 10 PM. Family Nights are $2.50 per
person. One adult and one child are
considered a family.
Randol Mill:
Monday nights are Family Nights at
Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center. The
price of admission will drop to $5.00
per person after 5 PM.
Bad Königshofen:
Wednesday nights are Family Nights
at Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic
Center. The price of admission will
drop to $5.00 per person after 5 PM.
SPLASH INTO SEPTEMBER
2014 Aquatics Season pass holders
can continue their splashing fun
throughout September at Hugh Smith
Indoor Pool.
$1 HOT DOG FRIDAYS
Every Friday during the summer
swim season you can get a hot dog
for just $1.00 at Allen Bolden, Bad
Königshofen and Randol Mill!
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TOGETHER
WE CAN
PREVENT
DROWNING
WATER AEROBICS
Swimmers and non-swimmers welcome!
Classes include warm up, aerobics and cool down. Excellent for all skill levels, mild
handicaps, weight problems and pre- and postnatal participants. Inform your instructor
at the first class of any health conditions. Physician’s consent required.
DROWNING IS A SILENT KILLER.
FIX THE RISK.
DO YOU HAVE?
• Assigned “Water Watcher” or
Certified Lifeguard
• Swimming lessons to include water
safety skills
• Proper isolation fencing around pools
AQUA SLIM
Get fit, get slim! Come for a day of cardio,
flexibility, toning and strengthening. This
workout is great for everyone. Get an
amazing cardio workout without putting
stress on joints and body parts.
SATURDAY SPLASH
This is no dip in the pool! This high
intensity workout will definitely get
you moving and the water splashing.
The class is intended for beginners to
advanced individuals. Wash those worries
away!
H20 On the Go!
Get with the flow with H20 On the Go!
Enjoy a cardiovascular workout intended
for beginners to advanced individuals
who seek to strengthen and tone.
HYDRO BLAST
Blast off to the new you! This class is
for beginners to advanced individuals
wanting to improve their health and
strength with a great cardio workout. This
medium to high intensity class gets your
body moving towards the new you!
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Joints in Motion
Get your joints back in gear! Class
focuses on individuals with injuries and
arthritic conditions and works to improve
flexibility, strength and overall health.
Water Wellness
Great for beginners! This low impact class
focuses on flexibility and toning. Improve
your health with Water Wellness.
MEMBERSHIPS:
1 Class ................................................ $5
8 Classes ......................................... $32
12 Classes ....................................... $42
24 Classes ....................................... $72
Unlimited land and water aerobics
courses are available for $45/month for
ages 14 and up. This pass is a monthly
membership that gives you unlimited
water and land aerobics classes at HSRC
and Hugh Smith Indoor Pool.
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation • N a t u r a l l y F u n . o r g
• Pool and gate alarms
• Self closing and self latching pool gates
• Locks and alarms on all doors leading
to pool
• Safety cover on your spa or whirlpool
• Cell phone by pool
• Ring Buoy, Personal Flotation Devices,
Shephard’s crook
• Infant, Child and Adult CPR & proper
First Aid training
• Pool Safety rules posted
• Emergency 9-1-1 and CPR signs posted
• Touch Supervision - Keep within arms
length at all times
• Toilet seat locks (infant and toddler)
• Awareness of Danger Zones: bathtubs,
wading pools, toilets, sinks and buckets
Information courtesy of the Texas
Drowning Prevention Alliance. For
additional information and resources,
please visit TXDPA.com.
hugh smith schedule
Time
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
8:00 AM
9:30 AM
Friday
Closed
H20 on the Go!
(9:00-10:00 AM)
Water Wellness &
Lap Swim
(9:00-10:00 AM)
H20 on the Go!
(9:00-10:00 AM)
Sunday
(8:00-9:00 AM)
Water Wellness &
Lap Swim
(9:00-10:00 AM)
H20 on the Go!
(9:00-10:00 AM)
Closed
(8:00 AM-12:00 PM)
10:00 AM
Independent Therapy Swim
For individuals who wish to workout to their own routine.
10:30 AM
(10:00-11:30 AM)
11:00 AM
Swimming
Lessons
11:30 AM
11:45 AM
Saturday
Saturday Splash
(8:00-9:00 AM)
8:30 AM
9:00 AM
Thursday
JUN-AUG
Lap Swim
Lap Swim
Lap Swim
(11:30 AM-12:15 PM)
(11:30 AM-12:15 PM)
(11:30 AM-12:15 PM)
12:00 PM
Lap Swim
(11:30 AM-12:45 PM)
Lap Swim
(9:00 AM-1:00 PM)
(11:30 AM-12:45 PM)
12:15 PM
12:30 PM
12:45 PM
Joints in Motion
Joints in Motion
(12:15-1:15 PM)
Joints in Motion
(12:15-1:15 PM)
(12:15-1:15 PM)
Swimming
Lessons
1:00 PM
(12:00-3:00 PM)
1:15 PM
1:30 PM
2:00 PM
Open Swim
(1:15-4:00 PM)
Open Swim
(12:45-4:00 PM)
Open Swim
(1:15-4:00 PM)
Open Swim
(12:45-4:00 PM)
Open Swim
(1:15-4:00 PM)
Open swim
2:30 PM
(1:00-5:00 PM)
3:00 PM
3:30 PM
Open Swim
(3:00-5:00 PM)
4:00 PM
4:30 PM
MARS Swim Team
(4:00-6:00 PM)
5:00 PM
Lap Swim
(5:00-6:00 PM)
5:30 PM
6:00 PM
6:30 PM
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
8:00 PM
8:30 PM
AquaSlim
Lap Swim
(6:00-8:00 PM)
(6:00-7:00 PM)
Lap Swim &
Lessons
(7:00-8:00 PM)
Lap Swim
AquaSlim
(6:00-7:00 PM)
(6:00-7:00 PM)
HydroBlast
Lap Swim &
Lessons
(7:00-8:00 PM)
Swimming Lessons
(8:00-9:00 PM)
Rentals
Family Night
(6:00-8:00 PM)
Rentals
(5:00-9:00 PM)
(6:00-9:00 PM)
(7:00-8:00 PM)
Rentals
(8:00-9:00 PM)
HAVE A SPLASHING GOOD TIME!
Rent a pool for your next party!
All outdoor pools are available to rent Thursday – Sunday for private
parties, family gatherings, reunions, etc. Times vary depending on
the pools’ operating hours. Lifeguards are provided for all rentals.
Fee includes up to the maximum number of guests listed and a two
hour rental. A 72-hour notice is required to book an outdoor pool.
Call 817-459-5483 to rent an outdoor pool. Changes or cancellations
to pool reservations are subject to a $50.00 administrative fee.
PRIVATE PARTY Pool Rental
Max Guests
Allen Bolden Pool ............................................ 150 ...........
Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center........ 250 ...........
Helen Wessler Play Pool .................................. 100 ...........
Howard Moore Play Pool................................. 100 ...........
Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center.................. 200 ...........
Woodland West Pool ....................................... 150 ...........
COST
AM / PM
$200 / $250
$450 / $500
$150 / $200
$200 / $250
$400 / $450
$200 / $250
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ALLENPOOL
BOLDEN
817-472-8950
Bad
Königshofen
FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER
Vandergriff Park
2800A S. Center St.
76014
817-459-5223
SJ Stovall park
2800 W. Sublett RD.
76017
Allen Bolden Pool is an L-shaped Olympic sized pool that meets
the needs of virtually every swim enthusiast. The pool features a
diving board, lap lanes and zero depth entry. Additional amenities
include concessions, eight shade structures and a large grass
campus.
Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center offers a great value for the
entire family. Features include an interactive spray pad, shallow
water play pool, lap pool, diving area and two water slides (for
riders over 48”). Other amenities include concessions, storage
lockers, shower facilities, deck furniture and a shade pavilion.
Open:
May 31 & 1, June 7 – August 15
Open:
Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday,
Friday & Saturday .................................. 12–6 PM
Sunday ..................................................... 1–6 PM
Closed on Mondays
May 24, 25, 26 & 31, June 1
June 7 – August 17
August 18-24 (closing at 5 PM)
August 30, 31 and September 1 (closing at 5 PM)
Hours:
Monday, Thursday, Friday
& Saturday.............................................. 12–7 PM
Wednesday .............................................. 2–9 PM
Sunday ..................................................... 1–6 PM
Closed on Tuesdays
Daily
Admission
Fee:
Under 48 inches ......................................... $6.00*
48 inches and above .................................. $6.50*
12 months and under ................................... Free
Daily
Admission
Fee:
Under 48 inches ......................................... $3.00*
48 inches and above .................................. $3.50*
12 months and under ....................................Free
*Twilight Fee applies after 5 PM
(Not valid with any other promotion)
Swimming
Lessons:
Monday–Friday............. 9 AM–12 PM & 6:30–8 PM
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during
the regular season.
*Twilight Fee applies after 5 PM
(Not valid with any other promotion)
Swimming
Lessons:
Monday–Friday.................................. 9 AM–12 PM
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during
the regular season.
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HELEN
WESSLER
PLAY POOL
817-275-7561
HOWARD
MOORE
PLAY POOL
Helen Wessler Park
2310 Greenway
76010
817-275-0712
HOWARD MOORE park
1999 Bever BLVD.
76013
Helen Wessler Play Pool is designed for children ages seven years
and younger, but everyone is welcome. The pool includes an
interactive water structure, family changing room, shade structure
and small grass area. Limited drink and snack concessions are
available.
Howard Moore Play Pool is an interactive shallow water play pool
designed to accommodate the needs of children ages seven years
and under. Amenities include an interactive water structure and
shade umbrellas. Limited drink and snack concessions available.
Open:
May 31 & June 1, June 7– August 10
Open:
May 31 & June 1, June 7 – August 15
Hours:
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday ......... 10 AM–4 PM
Friday & Saturday .................................. 12–5 PM
Sunday ..................................................... 1–5 PM
Closed on Wednesdays
Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday .... 10 AM–5 PM
Friday & Saturday .................................. 12–5 PM
Sunday ..................................................... 1–5 PM
Closed on Mondays
Daily
Admission
Fee:
Under 48 inches .......................................... $2.00
48 inches and above ................................... $2.00
12 months and under ................................... Free
Daily
Admission
Fee:
Under 48 inches .......................................... $3.00
48 inches and above ................................... $3.50
12 months and under ................................... Free
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during
the regular season.
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during
the regular season. Packages available for
pavilion rental outside of the play pool.
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RANDOL
MILL
FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER
817-275-7542
WOODLAND
WEST
POOL
Randol Mill Park
1924 Randol Mill
Park RD. 76012
817-277-0582
WOODLAND WEST park
3200 NORWOOD LN.
76013
The Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center offers something for all
ages, including interactive elements such as a shallow water play
structure, vortex pools, current channel, water slide (for riders
over 48”), tot and leisure areas. Other amenities include two
shade pavilions, shower facilities, deck furniture and concessions.
Woodland West Pool is a popular neighborhood pool that features shaded areas and grass. The back wall of the pool is elevated and is great place to jump off and make big splashes. The pool
also features a large shallow end that is great for young children.
Limited drink and snack concessions are available.
Open:
Open:
May 31 & June 1, June 7 – August 10
Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday,
Friday & Saturday................................... 12–6 PM
Sunday .................................................... 1 – 6 PM
Closed on Tuesdays
Hours:
Daily
Admission
Fee:
May 24, 25, 26 & 31, June 1
June 7 – August 17
August 18-24 (closing at 5 PM)
August 30, 31 & September 1 (closing at 5 PM)
Monday .................................................... 2–9 PM
Tuesday, Thursday,
Friday & Saturday .................................. 12–7 PM
Sunday .................................................... 1 – 6 PM
Closed on Wednesdays
Under 48 inches ......................................... $6.00*
48 inches and above .................................. $6.50*
12 months and under ................................... Free
Family Night
Monday & Wednesday (8-10 pm) ............... $2.50
Daily
Admission
Fee:
*Twilight Fee applies after 5 pm
*Twilight Fee applies after 5 PM
(Not valid with any other promotion)
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during
the regular season.
Under 48 inches ......................................... $3.00*
48 inches and above .................................. $3.50*
12 months and under ................................... Free
(Not valid with any other promotion)
Swimming
Lessons:
Monday–Friday.................................... 6:30–8 PM
Rentals:
Available Thursday through Sunday during the
regular season.
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HUGH
SMITH
INDOOR POOL
817-275-0513
HUGH SMITH REC CENTER
1815 New York ave.
76010
This is the City of Arlington’s only indoor aquatic facility and it
serves a wide variety of needs for open swim, instructional programs, contract services and rental space. The pool is 25 yards in
length and has five lap lanes.
Open:
Year Round
Hours:
Monday, Wednesday & Friday ............ 1:30–4 PM
Tuesday & Thursday ................................ 1–4 PM
Saturday .................................................. 1–5 PM
Sunday...................................................... 3–5 PM
MAKE A SPLASH
FOR WATER SAFETY
SATURDAY, JUNE 14TH
Allen Bolden Pool
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Family Night:
Friday (6-8 pm) ........................................... $2.50
Daily
Admission
Fee:
24 months and under ................................... Free
2-11 years old ............................................. $3.00*
12 years and above .................................... $3.50*
Guest pass.................................................... $6.00
*Facility card required
Rentals:
Available year round Friday-Sunday.
Join us for a fun-filled day of
activities and water safety
education! For more information,
call 817-459-5483 or visit
NaturallyFun.org/make-a-splash.
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F E AT U R E A R L I N GTO N PA R KS S P OT L I G H T :
RUSH CREEK MITIGATION
The City of Arlington unveiled plans in 2011 to acquire
weather-damaged homes near the Rush Creek area, and
transform the lots into public park land.
Chronic flooding from Hurricane Hermine in 2010 presented
an opportunity for the City of Arlington to purchase affected
homes and condominiums. These properties would be
demolished to expand park acreage at Clarence Foster Park,
Kelly Park, and Rush Creek Linear Park.
“The Rush Creek Mitigation project will benefit Clarence
Foster Park neighbors in several ways,” said Parks Project
Manager Kurt Beilharz. “The Park will be getting a
completely new playground with shade structures and a
new drinking fountain. The old exercise equipment that was
in the park will be replaced as well.
PARK IMPROVEMENTS:
• Removal of sections of Creekside Drive and Valleycrest Drive
• Re-grading and clean-up of the lots that were former home-sites
• Renovations and replacement in some areas of existing water and sanitary
sewer lines
• Replacement of the existing asphalt hike and bike trail in Clarence Foster
Park with a new 8’ wide concrete hike & bike trail
• Full replacement of the old, existing playground in Clarence Foster Park
“The old asphalt hike and bike trail will be replaced with a
new 8’ wide, lighted, looped concrete trail that will connect
to the existing trails in Kelley Park and Rush Creek Linear
Parks. A new lighted parking lot with an electronically
controlled gate will also be installed on the south side of
the park.”
• New exercise equipment installed at 4 locations along the new trail (8
individual pieces in total)
The “Rush Creek Flood Mitigation Project” contract was bid
out on September 24, 2013. The $2,000,000 project called
for more than 20 acres of former residential land to be repurposed into park property.
For more information on the Rush Creek Flood Mitigation Project contact
Kurt Beilharz at 817-459-5478 or [email protected] or visit the
Arlington Park and Recreation Department online at NaturallyFun.org.
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• A new, lighted parking lot on the south side of Clarence Foster Park
• Updates to the trail lighting system
• New wildflower areas seeded in Kelly Park along the existing trail
KEEP ARLINGTON
BEAUTIFUL
KeepArlingtonBeautiful.com
Keep Arlington Beautiful
The mission of Keep Arlington Beautiful, a silver star affiliate of Keep
Texas Beautiful, is to educate and engage the Arlington community to
take responsibility for improving their environment. Get involved by
volunteering, attending local green classes, becoming a member and
liking us on Facebook. In 2012, the Arlington Parks and Recreation
Department and Keep Arlington Beautiful logged 51 volunteer events
performed by over 3,900 volunteers. This resulted in an astounding
46,000 volunteer hours worked and was double the total of volunteer
hours accumulated in 2011.
For more information on our volunteer opportunities, please visit
the calendar of events page on our website, the volunteer tab of our
Facebook page or feel free to email us at [email protected] at
any time!
The City of Arlington has introduced a new program to help fight
litter and beautify the city. The Mobile Litter Unit is a trailer loaded
with community clean-up supplies that is available for organizations,
businesses and neighborhoods to reserve free of charge to aid
in beautification of public spaces and neighborhoods. This MLU
program will assist in the strengthening of our neighborhoods,
beautification of right of ways, parks spaces and promote the efforts
of Keep Arlington Beautiful.
To reserve the MLU for your next community clean-up, email KAB@
arlingtontx.gov or call 817-459-5477.
M OBILE LITTER U N IT
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ARLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
arlingtonlibrary.org
817-459-6900
Arlington Library
SUMMER READING CLUB 2014
Ages 0-4
How it works: Pick up a brochure at the library. Read 10 books to
your child and complete six special activities. Turn in the completed
log for your prize. A Saturday morning series of special story time
programs will teach colors, simple machines, insects, sounds, five
senses, water science and habitats. Regular weekly story times at
all library locations will continue through June and July. Check the
library website for the complete schedule of summer fun for the little
ones!
Ages 5-9
How it works: Pick up a reading log at the library. Complete 5 hours of
reading, turn in the log and receive prizes, a T-shirt, book, certificate,
swim pass and a Rangers ticket! Any additional hours read will be
put into a drawing for gift cards. There are 35 fabulous free events,
incorporating magic, music, nature, science, math, books and fun!
Ages 10-12
How it works: Tweens may choose to explore Robotics, Chess Camp,
Dinosaur Construction, Math and Science Camp, Theater Improv and
Magic. Check the website for dates, times and places.
Teens
How it works: Pick up a reading log at the library. Read whatever you wish. Log 5 hours of reading and turn in the completed log for your prize at
your nearest library. This will earn you a T-shirt, certificate, swim pass and a Rangers ticket. Any additional hours read will be put into a drawing
for gift cards. This summer, teens will be able to attend a variety of new activities such as computer programming, photography, journalism
club, art, open mic night, as well as old favorites such as creative writing, robotics, and Japan Otaku Days. Check the website for dates, times
and places.
WHERE
DO YOU
READ?
ADULTS
How it works: Register online or turn in a reading log. Check the program schedule on the website to
learn Geocaching, track down the MiniLiNk at great locations around town for prizes, or attend author
events. Catch The Day Tripper, Chet Garner, for great ideas for a quick Texas getaway. Join with your
kids for a special family fun bag while supplies last. Prizes include a Family Staycation Grand Prize and
Kindle Fires.
www.mySRC.org
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RIVER LEGACY
riverlegacy.org
LIVING SCIENCE CENTER
River Legacy Parks
Support Phase II Exhibit Renovations
In Summer of 2013, Phase I of River Legacy Living Science Center’s
exhibit hall renovations were completed. Phase I renovations
included larger, more natural habitats for our native animals. In
Phase II, we plan to complement the existing animal habitats by
creating interactive exhibits and spaces that depict The Water, The
Riverbank, and The Forest areas along the Trinity River. These new
hands-on experiences aligned with our environmental education
curricula and new museum-quality interactive education displays
will allow River Legacy Foundation to better connect tomorrow’s
stewards with the natural world. To learn more or to make a
designated donation, visit www.riverlegacy.org
After-School Clubs & Home School Classes
It’s every child’s nature to explore. In After-School Clubs and Home
School Classes, students have the unique experience of exploring
the plants, animals and habitats of a riparian forest in the middle of
the Metroplex.
• After-School Clubs for students in kindergarten through 6th grade
meet once a month from 4:15 to 6:15 PM from Sept-April.
• Home School Science Classes for ages 5 to 11 meet once a month
from 2 to 4 PM from Sept-April.
Registration for After-School Clubs and Home School Classes begins
in May. To sign up or for more information, call 817.860.6752 or visit
www.riverlegacy.org.
Acorns Gift Shop
Acorns Gift Shop located inside River Legacy Living Science Center is
an authorized retailer of Wee Forest Folk, fanciful mouse miniatures.
These adorable collectibles have been handcrafted by the Petersen
family since 1972. Acorns also offers an array of nature-themed toys,
gifts, jewelry, birding items, puppets and more. All proceeds from
the store benefit the Science Center’s environmental education
programs. Hours are 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Saturday.
UPCOMING EVENTS
May 31 – Rain Harvesting (construct your own rain barrel)
June 7 – National Trails Day Trail Hikes
June 28 – Vegetable Gardening
July 26 – Gardening with Children
August 23 – Irrigation 101
August 30 – Sustainable Landscaping
Ongoing activities at River Legacy Living Science Center include:
Animal Explorations the first Saturday of every month; Nature Walks
the second Saturday; and Story Times the third Saturday of every
month. Visit our calendar of events at www.riverlegacy.org for more
information.
River Legacy Parks can be accessed through two entrances: 701 NW Green Oaks
Blvd or 3020 N. Collins St. River Legacy Living Science Center is located at 703
NW Green Oaks Blvd. The Center’s hours are 9 AM to 5 PM, Mondays through
Saturdays. To learn more, visit our Web site at www.riverlegacy.org.
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LEVITT PAVILION
levittpavilionarlington.org
817-543-4301
fb.com/levittpavilionarlington
twitter.com/LevittArlington
free music under the stars
The Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts in Arlington presents more than 50 free outdoor concerts a year with a broad-based concert calendar
of professional musical artists, from world music to jazz and home-grown Texas country to hot Indie artists. The Levitt presents original artists,
many of them Grammy Award winners. Our Children’s Concerts include fun, interactive shows with award-winning artists who teach young
audiences gentle lessons about good manners, creativity, self-esteem and the world around them in a fun way.
Last concert season, the Levitt Pavilion attracted more than 123,000 people to Downtown Arlington. The Levitt Pavilion experience is about
building community as families, school groups, entire neighborhoods and people from all parts of our area join side by side in a safe, fun, casual
atmosphere to enjoy live music together. Many of these families and groups would not have the opportunity to experience the magic of live
music if they had to pay ticket prices.
The Levitt Pavilion gives our community an accessible gathering place for free music open to everyone – all ages, all ethnicities, all neighborhoods
and all income levels. Levitt Pavilion Arlington brings music and the performing arts to Arlington in a way thousands are responding to –
available to everyone to enjoy under the stars.
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WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
9:30 AM
& 7:30 PM
TIME
FRIDAY
8:00
PM
MON
Everything Energy
MAY 23
Free Admission • Open Lawn Seating
Picnics and Coolers Welcome
No Glass Containers
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Downtown Arlington Center Stage Music Festival
Jimmie Vaughan
Bob Schneider
31
Dawn & Hawkes
Energy-infused
Celtic rock
Deryl Dodd & the
Homesick Cowboys
Signature harmonies
in an Indie/folk sound
06
9:00 AM
12
13
Billy Jonas
The Dunwells
18
9:00 AM
Folk/rock with a British accent
19
25
9:00 AM
The Boogers
Choosy kids pick Boogers for a
rockin’ good time!
JUL 2
9:00 AM
Bridge Adv/Comp
Somebody’s Darling
Alt/country roots rock served with
Southern hospitality
20
Havana NRG
Big Bang Boom
26
A trip straight through the heart
of country music
27
Terrance Simien
03
Senior Men’s Golf
(call for schedule)
Rick Trevino
Red Young &
Black Red Black
Grammy-winning classic country with a
Hispanic heritage
Red-hot jazz from a native Texan
22
Playing for Change
The Whiskey Sisters
Levitt National Tour presents this
World music sensation
Cas Haley
A double shot of roots rock and
powerhouse harmonies
29
The Tejas Brothers
Pop-inflected island rhythms
Telegraph Canyon
Honky-tonk with a dash
of spicy Tex-Mex
05
LIGHT UP ARLINGTON
China’s mystical tradition
*Oil Painting
Bridge Adv/Comp
28
A Grammy-winning Zydeco experience!
Chin Woo Lion & Dragon
Dance Team
15
21
Curtis Grimes
A new breed of
colorful Latin sound
Head-spinning, giggle-inspiring power
pop for kids
Loud-and-proud dance tunes to
soulful ballads
14
*Watercolor
Bridge Adv/Comp
A sonic celebration of all things musical!
Larry Joe Taylor
Alt/rock soundscapes and
heartfelt lyricism
Hot Latin rhythms
with a dose of jazz
08
Men’s Club Mtg.
(2nd Wed)
Courrier
Latin Express
Austin Lounge Lizards
Slaughtering sacred cows in song
Rambunctious Texas sound
07
*Pilates
11
Texas-hot sound that rocks
Jun 1
Intermediate Line Dancing
The Young Dubliners
NO CONCERT
Cody Canada &
the Departed
Grammy-winning
blues guitar legend
Innovative artistry from a true
Texas original
30
05
8:00 PM
25
NARFE Mtg.
(3rd Mon)
NO CONCERT
SUNDAY
8:00
PM
WED
*WET Club
Wii Game Day
2014 Summer Concert Series
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SATURDAY
8:00
TUEPM
Passionate alt/country layered
with rock and folk
06
A hometown tradition with free
music and fireworks!
NO Concert on July 4
Lannaya West African Dance
& Drum Ensemble
Exciting African rhythm and dance
09
9:00 AM
Lone Star Circus - 8:30 PM
Run away with the circus!
NO CONCERT
Firefall
Timeless rock and unforgettable songs
from the ‘70s and ‘80sn
10
11
Friendly Savages - 8:30 PM
Powerful, genre-defying sound
The Derailers - 8:30 PM
Happy boots on a hardwood floor
12
Uncle Lucius - 8:30 PM
Rock and roll for your soul
Jamestown Revival - 8:30 PM
Back porch harmonies from a
small-town Texas duo
13
RADNEY FOSTER - 8:30 PM
Lyrical country music from a
West Texas poet
Tab Benoit - 8:30 PM
Gritty Cajun-spiced blues with a
Bayou backbeat
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LAKE ARLINGTON
On Village Creek, a tributary of the West Fork Trinity River, just north of Interstate 20 off Arkansas Lane in Arlington.
Surface area: 1,939 acres • Maximum depth: 51 feet
naturallyfun.org
FB.com/LakeArlingtonTX
General Information: 817-451-6860 | Rentals: 817-459-5473
Lake Arlington is a municipally owned multi-purpose reservoir
used for municipal and industrial water supply, and for recreational
purposes. The reservoir is located on Village Creek in Tarrant County
at the western edge of Arlington. The City of Arlington, recognizing
the need for additional water supply, began construction of the
lake in 1956 and completed the project March 31, 1957. The lake
covers approximately 2,250 surface acres and has a watershed of
143 square miles. The service spillway overflow elevation is 550 feet
above mean sea level.
Lake Arlington has various facilities for your enjoyment. There are
two parks located along Lake Arlington’s eastern shore, Richard
Simpson Park (6300 W. Arkansas Ln.) to the north and Bowman
Springs Park (7003 Poly Webb Rd.) to the south. Special attractions
at these parks include boat launches, picnic areas, BBQ grills and
restrooms. Pavilions are available for rent at both parks. Richard
Simpson Park also has the Lake Arlington Activity Room, which can
be reserved for private functions. A recreation permit is required to
place, operate or keep any boat or other craft on Lake Arlington,
including rowboats, canoes, kayaks, motorboats, sailboats, barges,
personal watercraft and sailboards. For more information call 817459-5473.
Lake Fees
Daily - $5; Annual - $30; Senior (60+) Annual - $15
Paddling the Lake
Enjoy paddling along the shores of beautiful Lake Arlington or the
Trinity River to enjoy a taste of nature in the middle of this urban
center. Put-in and take-out areas are marked by signs. Launches
are allowed only from designated areas at Richard Simpson Park,
Bowman Springs Park and Eugene McCray Park. A recreation permit
is required for the paddling trail, which can be obtained in the Lake
Office at Richard Simpson Park.
CAMP KITSU
Join us for our outdoor adventure camp along the bank of Lake
Arlington! We will focus on conservation education and the
development of outdoor skills. Canoeing, fishing, archery, forts,
nature crafts, guest speakers, field trips, swimming, and more!
Fishing pole & life vest required.
FISHING
Fish varieties at Lake Arlington include Black Bass, Sand Bass,
Hybrid Stripers, Catfish and Crappie. The state laws of Texas govern
the taking of fish from Lake Arlington.
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REGISTRATION INFO
Register 24/7 on our website at NaturallyFun.org. Registration is also
accepted by phone or in person at the Parks Administrative Office or
at any recreation center. Registration for tennis programming can be
done online or in person at the Arlington Tennis Center, while you may
register for golf camps at any of our four Arlington golf courses.
Visit NaturallyFun.org to find out more about online registration or call
817-459-5474. Online and phone registrations are payable by credit
card only. Checks should be made payable to “City of Arlington.” A
charge will be assessed on all returned checks.
Waiting Lists
If registering for a class that has been filled, your name can be placed
on a waiting list. This does not guarantee a spot, but individuals will
be contacted if one becomes available.
Canceled Classes / Sessions
If a class / session is canceled, every effort will be made to notify
parents and students by telephone prior to the first class meeting.
Annual Membership Card
Membership cards are required for participation in all classes and
programs at recreation centers. This ID card is issued at the time of
purchase and is valid for one year from date of purchase. Membership
cards are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Resident Non-Resident
Youth (17 & under) ..................... $15 ................................ $25
Adult (18 & up) ........................... $20 ................................ $40
Senior (55 & up) ......................... $15 ................................ $25
Note: Residency is defined as living within the City of Arlington’s incorporated city limits.
Proof of residency is required. Membership cards are not required for participants in
programs and services at the tennis center, golf courses or outdoor aquatics centers.
Daily / Guest Pass
Residents and non-residents may purchase a Day Pass at recreation
centers for $6. No membership card required. Valid picture ID required.
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SATISFACTION GUARANTEED
We value you as a customer. If you are not happy with the quality of a
program, please tell staff at the facility immediately so that we have
the opportunity to correct the situation.
SATISFACTION
Books and Supplies
Books and supplies are not included as part of the class fee unless
stated in the class description.
Withdrawals and Refunds
A customer must withdraw from a program three days prior to the
start of class to be eligible for a refund. Refunds are processed within
two weeks of refund request by check or credit card. No cash refunds
will be issued. For the complete refund policy call 817-459-5474 or go
to NaturallyFun.org.
ADVERTISING
The City of Arlington Parks and Recreation Department occasionally
sells advertisements in this publication. Any paid advertisements
appearing in this publication do not indicate a connection,
endorsement or official sanction by the City of Arlington of any
practice, philosophy, standard, position, product or service of the
advertisers.
For rates and availability, please contact Phillip Rogers at 817-5758284 or [email protected].
PHOTOGRAPHY
Smile, you may be captured by our camera! The Parks and Recreation
Department routinely takes photos and video of participants and
visitors in our programs and facilities for promotional purposes.
Please be aware that by participating or utilizing our facilities, you
are granting the City of Arlington and its agents the right to use and
publish your image or your minor child’s image, and that no monetary
remuneration will be given.
WELCOME!
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS:
The City of Arlington Parks and Recreation Department welcomes people of all ability
levels to participate together in our wide variety of quality recreational opportunities.
We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act in making
reasonable accommodations whenever possible. Participants
requesting special accommodations need to complete a
Special Accommodations Request Form in addition to the
Program Participant Information Sheet. To make
a request, contact the Parks and Recreation
Administrative Office at 817-459-5474. We will
make every effort to accommodate special
needs requests.
STAFF DIRECTORY:
Lemuel Randolph, Director of Parks and Recreation..................................................... 817-459-5479
Bill Gilmore, Assistant Director, Community Programs ................................................ 817-459-5499
Gary Packan, Assistant Director, Enterprise Programs ................................................. 817-459-5496
Matt Young, Assistant Director, Park Operations............................................................ 817-459-5486
Amber Dembroski, Parks Business Services Manager .................................................. 817-459-5490
De’Onna Garner, Park Planning Manager ...................................................................... 817-459-6937
Martin Sanchez, Park District Supervisor – North.......................................................... 817-275-7041
Scott DeGrant, Park District Supervisor – South............................................................ 817-446-8386
Clif Spangler, Sports Facilities Manager......................................................................... 817-459-5417
Michael Debrecht, Rental and Lake Services Manager.................................................. 817-575-8283
Yvonne Falgout, Center Programs Manager .................................................................. 817-459-6499
Maria Campbell, Aquatics Manager................................................................................ 817-459-5481
Ryan Hegreness, Marketing and Enterprise Development Manager ............................ 817-575-8285
Phillip Rogers, Marketing and Enterprise Development Coordinator .......................... 817-575-8284
Justin Snasel, Electronic Media Specialist..................................................................... 817-575-8284
Heather Dowell, Urban Forestry and Land Manager..................................................... 817-275-7041
STAFF DIRECTORY:
naturallyfun.org/contacts
Visit the link above for a
complete employee directory
and staff profiles!
Wendy Parker, Athletics Director.................................................................................... 817-459-5482
Tim Baggett, Athletics Sports, Manager – Adult Sports................................................. 817-459-5463
Greg Durante, Golf Services Manager............................................................................. 817-478-8500
Sheryl Osborn, Facility Manager – Arlington Tennis Center.......................................... 817-459-6163
Krissy Crosier, Facility Manager – CNRC ........................................................................ 817-561-2819
James Turner, Facility Manager – Eunice Activity Center ............................................. 817-277-8091
Chuck Wood, Facility Manager – HSRC and SRCNY........................................................ 817-275-1351
Derek DeBusk, Facility Manager – DLRC ........................................................................ 817-277-5001
Ernie Smith, Facility Manager – EOAC ............................................................................ 817-459-6434
If you prefer to contact our staff via email, please use the following format: [email protected]
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FACILITIES • CONTACT INFO
RECREATION CENTERS
1. Cliff Nelson Recreation Center (CNRC)
4600 W. Bardin Rd. 76017
Phone: 817-561-2819
M–F 6 AM–9 PM, Sat 9 AM–5 PM, Sun 1 PM–5 PM
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
1. Arlington Parks and Recreation
717 W. Main St. 76013
Phone: 817-459-5474
Fax: 817-459-5495
M–F 8 AM–5 PM
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GOLF • TENNIS • DINING
1. Chester W. Ditto Golf Course
801 Brown Blvd. 76011
817-275-5941
2. Lake Arlington Golf Course
1516 W. Green Oaks Blvd. 76013
817-451-6101
3. Meadowbrook Park Golf Course
1400 Dugan St. 76010
817-275-0221
4. Tierra Verde Golf Club
7005 Golf Club Dr. 76001
817-478-8500
5. Ventana Grille
7005 Golf Club Dr. 76001
817-548-5047
6. Arlington Tennis Center
500 W. Mayfield Rd. 76014
817-459-6163
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1601 NE Green Oaks Blvd. 76006
4. Hugh Smith Recreation Center &
Phone: 817-459-6434
Senior Recreation Center - New York
M–F 6 AM–9 PM, Sat 8 AM–6 PM, Sun 12–6 PM
5. Meadowbrook Recreation Center
Senior Recreation
4. Hugh Smith6.Recreation
CenterCenter
(HSRC)- Eunice
1815 New York Ave. 76010
Phone: 817-275-1351
M-F 8 AM–9 PM, Community
Sat 9 AM–4 PM, SunCenter
Closed
1. Bob Duncan Community Center
5. Senior Recreation Center New York (SRCNY)
2015 Craig Hanking Dr. 76010
Swimming Pools
Phone: 817-460-5009
1. Allen
Bolden
M–F 8:20 AM–6 PM,
Sat 9 AM-4
PM,Pool
Sun Closed
2. Helen Wessler Play Pool
6. Eunice Activity
CenterMoore
(EAC) Play Pool
3. Howard
1000 Eunice St. 76010
4. Hugh Smith Indoor Pool
Phone: 817-277-8091
5. Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center
M 8:30 AM–8 PM,6.T,W
8:30 AM–5West
PM, Pool
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3. Elzie Odom3.Athletic
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2. Dottie Lynn Recreation Center (DLRC)
3200 Norwood Ln. 76013
Phone: 817-277-5001
Recreation
M–Th 8 AM–9 PM,
F 8 AM-6:30 PM,Centers
Sat 9 AM–3 PM,
1. Cliff Nelson Recreation Center
Sun Closed
RENTAL FACILITIES
1. Meadowbrook Center
1300 Dugan 76010
817-465-6661
2. Bob Duncan Center
2800 S. Center St. 76014
817-465-6661
3. Park Pavilion Rentals
2800 S. Center St. 76014
817-459-5473
4. Lake Arlington Activity Room
6300 W. Arkansas Ln.
817-459-5475
5. Founders Plaza / Levitt Pavilion*
100 W. Abram St.
817-459-5473
*To rent the Levitt Pavilion, please visit Bob Duncan Center.
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Arlington Tennis Center
Outdoor Pools: 817-459-5483
Golf 817-462-3326
Outdoor Pools Rainout:
1. Smith):
Chester817-275-0513
W. Ditto Golf Course
Indoor Pool (Hugh
2. Lake Arlington Golf Course
3. Pool
Meadowbrook Golf Course
1. Allen Bolden
4. Tierra Verde Golf Club
2. Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center
3. Helen Wessler Play Pool
4. Howard Moore Play Pool
5. Hugh Smith Indoor Pool
6. Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center
7. Woodland West Pool
ATHLETICS
Adult Sports: 817-459-5463
Adult Softball Rainout: 817-462-3471
Adult Softball Field Rentals: 817-459-5463
Youth Sports: 817-459-6434
Youth Sports Rainout: 817-459-6697
Youth Field Rentals: 817-459-5416
RAINOUT INFO
Parks and Fields Rainout: 817-462-8441
Dog Park Rainout: 817-462-8441
Adult Softball Rainout: 817-462-3471
Youth Sports Rainout: 817-459-6697
Outdoor Pools Rainout: 817-462-3326
Trails Rainout: visit dorba.org for the latest
on any bike trail closings.
RENTALS INFORMATION
Looking for the perfect place to have your next gathering? Then check out all the facilities that Arlington Parks and Recreation has to offer! We rent
recreation centers, meeting rooms, gymnasiums, senior centers, park pavilions, tennis courts, swimming pools, banquet rooms, golf courses, softball
fields, a skating arena, rock climbing wall, lake room and many other facilities!
PAVILION RENTALS
VENTANA GRILLE
BOB DUNCAN CENTER
FIELD RENTALS
We have over 25 pavilion sites conveniently located throughout
Arlington. Park pavilions are offered in a variety of sizes and can
accommodate both small and large groups. Pavilions can be rented
for a half day or full day and are available to rent seven days a week.
Most pavilion sites include a grill, picnic tables and electricity. For
more information on park pavilions, including fees and rental hours,
call 817-459-5473 or visit NaturallyFun.org.
Bob Duncan Center (BDC) is a 10,000 square foot facility designed
to accommodate needs of small and large events such as weddings,
receptions, trade shows, business meetings, reunions, parties, music
recitals and more. The facility includes a main hall with stage, three
spacious meeting rooms, an outdoor courtyard / patio and a fully
equipped kitchen. Bob Duncan Center is available to rent seven days
a week and can be reserved by room or as an entire facility. BDC also
offers many rental items to enhance your event such as tables, chairs,
linens, audio visual equipment, podiums and more. For additional
information call 817-465-6661 or visit bobduncancenter.com.
LAKE ARLINGTON RENTALS
Planning an event? The Lake Arlington Activity Room is the perfect
place for many events such as wedding receptions, reunions, parties,
meetings and more! The climate controlled room comfortably holds
up to 75 people and includes tables, chairs, restrooms and a kitchen.
The Lake Room may be rented for a full day on weekends or holidays.
Full day or half day rentals are available on weekdays. During the
summer, the room is only available on Saturdays and Sundays. The
room contains two large picture windows that face the lake. The
room is 28 feet by 46 feet and comfortably holds approximately 7080 people. For your convenience, we supply the room with 65 chairs
and 15 three by six foot tables. Reservations can be made by calling
817-459-5473.
Ventana Grille is located at Tierra Verde Golf Club and offers
incredible food in a scene worth savoring. The casual dining
atmosphere is complimented by sweeping views of our award
winning golf course. Both inside and outside seating options are
available and menus can be customized to fit your party needs. For
more details or information on available dates, please contact the
restaurant at 817-548-5047 or visit ventanagrille.com.
Need a great location for your big family get-together? Is your team
ready to take on the world, or at least anyone in the Metroplex?
Tired of listening to tall tales from co-workers about their weekend
games? Rent a Softball Field Complex for a Gathering, Tournament
or Corporate event! Reserve your field today by calling 817-459-5463.
RECREATION CENTERS
We have six recreation centers located throughout Arlington that
can be reserved for your party needs. Entire centers can be rented
and individual rooms are offered as well. All centers feature a kitchen
with food prep area and an ice machine. Patrons can choose to
provide their own food or our staff can assist with catering needs.
For more details or information on available dates, please visit our
website NaturallyFun.org or contact the recreation centers directly:
Cliff Nelson Recreation Center (south Arlington) • 817-561-2819
Dottie Lynn Recreation Center (central Arlington) • 817-277-5001
Elzie Odom Athletic Center (north Arlington) • 817-459-6434
Hugh Smith Recreation Center (east Arlington) • 817-275-1351
Meadowbrook Recreation Center (central Arlington) • 817-459-6661
Eunice Activity Center (central Arlington) • 817-277-8091
Senior Center New York (east Arlington) • 817-460-5009
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SUMMER SCHOLARSHIP EVENT
MAY 8, 2014 • 8 AM-5 PM
Parks and Recreation
Administrative Office
717 W. Main St.
The first 160 applicants
will receive a scholarship
award of $75 for one child
or $150 for two or more
during this special one-time
Summer Dream Scholarship
event. Qualification for the
scholarship is based upon
the same federal income
criteria as the Build a Dream
Scholarship below and
is available to Arlington
residents only. Residents can
apply for this scholarship in
addition to the regular Build a
Dream scholarship.
For additional information,
please call 817-459-5474.
Build A Dream
Scholarship Program
The Arlington Parks and Recreation Department’s Build A
Dream Scholarship Program offers scholarships that can
be used to register a child (four months to 16 years of age)
for many Arlington Parks and Recreation Department youth
programs.
Qualification for the scholarship is based upon federal
income guidelines and is available to Arlington residents
only.
Applications are made at the Parks and Recreation
administrative office. Income verification, registration for
classes and a $5 fee per family will be required at the time of
application. Applicants may only apply for one scholarship
per application year. Scholarship award is $75 for one child
and $150 for two or more.
BUILD A DREAM SIGN-UP
Application date is Thursday, May 8, 2014 from
8:00 AM-5:00 PM at the Arlington Parks and Recreation
Administrative Offices, located at 717 W. Main.
Please complete the entire application and manual
registration form with your class selections prior to
submission. Incomplete submissions cannot be processed.
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Funded in part by the Arlington Tomorrow
Foundation and the Community Development
Block Grant.
FORMS OF DOCUMENTATION ACCEPTED TO VERIFY ANNUAL INCOME:
• 2012/13 Federal Income Tax Return
• Current pay stubs (last 4 stubs)
• Award letter for government assistance:
(current Medicaid Card, SNAP [supplemental nutrition assistance program]
Award Letter within the last six months, SSI, CHIPS Insurance Card showing
eligibility dates)
• Proof of Arlington residency is required (utility bill)
INCOME ELIGIBILITY
Household Members
Annual Income Less Than*
2$26,350
3$29,650
4$32,900
5$35,550
6$38,200
7$40,800
8$43,450
*Annual income amounts are subject to change based on HUD guidelines.
The Build A Dream application form and guidelines are available at
NaturallyFun.org and your closest recreation center. For more information
or to apply, visit the Parks and Recreation Administrative Office at 717 W.
Main St. or call 817-459-5474.
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• LIVE MUSIC & DANCING • KIDS ACTIVITIES • FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS • AND MUCH MORE!
No personal coolers or outside food & drinks allowed.
For more information visit naturallyfun.org/cinco-de-mayo
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Basketball
Bike/Hike Trails
Disc Golf
Equestrian Trails
Fishing
Fitness Course
Golf Course
Grill
Horseshoes
League Fields
Natural Area
Pavilion/Shelter
Picnic Area
Playground
Practice Field
Public Art
Restrooms
Soccer League Fields
Splash Pad/Pool
Tennis
Volleyball
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Allan Saxe Park
3501 Curry Road, 76001
B.C. Barnes Park
3000 Daniel Drive, 76014
Blackland Prairie
4907 New York Ave., 76018
Bob Cooke Park
2025 Craig Hanking Drive, 76010
Bob Findlay Linear Park
900 Findlay Drive, 76012
Bob McFarland Park
410 E. Embercrest Drive, 76018
Bowman Branch Linear Park
South Matlock Road, 76002
Bowman Springs Park
7003 W. Poly Webb Road, 76016
Brantley Hinshaw Park
2121 Overbrook Drive, 76014
Burl L. Wilkes Park
1300 Hillcrest Drive, 76010
California Lane Park
2001 California Lane, 76015
Carl Knox, Jr. Park
1200 Susan Drive, 76010
Center Street Trail Connection
From Randol Mill Rd. to Ray St.
Chester W. Ditto Golf Course
801 Brown Blvd, 76011
Clarence Foster Park
4400 Woodland Park Blvd., 76013
Clarence Thompson Park
1600 Brown Blvd., 76011
Cliff Nelson Park
4600 W Bardin Road, 76017
College Hills Park
151 University Drive, 76013
Cravens Park
400 Cravens Park Drive, 76018
Crystal Canyon Natural Area
1000 Brown Blvd., 76011
Deaver Park
5800 Kelly Elliott Road, 76017
Dixon W. Holman Park
2409 Burney Place, 76006
Dog Park - Tails N’ Trails
950 SE Green Oaks Blvd, 76018
Don Misenhimer Park
201 E Lonesome Dove Trail, 76002
Dr. Robert Cluck Linear Park
Randol Mill Rd. to Sanford St.
Duncan Robinson Park
2100 W Tucker Blvd, 76013
Fielder Park
1100 S Fielder Road, 76013
Fish Creek Linear Park
Including Cravens Park, 76018
Fish Creek Neighborhood Park
2121 Havenwood Drive, 76018
F.J. ‘Red’ Kane Park
6500 S Cooper Street, 76001
Founders Plaza / Levitt Pavilion
100 W Abram Street, 76010
Gateway Park
815 W. Arbrook Blvd, 76015
Gene Allen Park
121 W Main Street, 76010
Gene Schrickel, Jr. Park
4500 Park Springs Blvd, 76017
George Stevens Park
400 W Sanford Street, 76011
Gibbins Park
2101 Margaret Drive, 76012
Green Oaks Blvd./ Rush-Village Creek Trail
From River Legacy Parks S. to Bob Findlay Linear Park
H.A.D. Dunsworth Park
1100 Waverly Drive, 76015
Harold Patterson Sports Center
1000 W Bardin Road, 76017
Helen Wessler Park
2200 Greenway Street, 76010
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Heroes Park
2100 W Green Oaks Blvd., 76013
Howard Moore Park
2000 Bever Blvd., 76013
Jake Langston Park
4080 W Mayfield Road, 76016
Julia Burgen on the Greenway
Collins St. to Park Row, 76010
J.W. Dunlop Sports Center
1500 NW Green Oaks Blvd., 76012
Kelley Park
4195 W Arkansas Lane, 76013
Lake Arlington Golf Course
1516 W Green Oaks Blvd, 76013
Lakes at Matlock
700 Central Park Drive, 76015
Lynn Creek Linear Park
6501 Matlock Road, 76002
Marrow Bone Spring Park
600 W Arkansas, 76014
Marti VanRavenswaay Park
4601 Bowman Springs Road, 76016
Martha Walker Park
7509 Sharon Lee Drive, 76001
Martin Luther King Jr. Sports Center
7001 Golf Club Drive, 76001
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Mary & Jimmie Hooper Park
2303 W Pleasant Ridge Road, 76015
Meadowbrook Park & Golf Course
1300 Dugan Street, 76010
O.S. Gray Natural Area
2021 W Abram Street, 76013
O.W. Fannin Natural Area
Hardisty & Fox Hunt
Parkway Central Park
600 Van Buren Drive, 76011
Pirie Park
1016 W Cedar Street, 76012
Randol Mill Park
1901 W. Randol Mill Road, 76012
Richard Greene Linear Park
1601 E Randol Mill Road, 76011
Richard Simpson Park
6300 W Arkansas Lane, 76016
River Legacy Parks
701 NW Green Oaks Blvd., 76006
River Legacy Parks - East
1601 NE Green Oaks Blvd., 76006
Rush Creek Linear Park-North
4200 W Pioneer Pkwy., 76013
Rush Creek Linear Park-South
Sublett - Hardisty - Vintage Dr.
Senter Park
700 Mary Street, 76010
S.J. Stovall Park
2800 W Sublett Road, 76001
Sublett Creek Linear Park
Big Springs Drive & Bowen Road
SW Nature Preserve
5201 Bowman Springs Road, 76017
Thora Hart Park
3510 W Green Oaks Blvd.,76016
Tierra Verde Golf Club
7005 Golf Club Drive, 76060
Treepoint Park
5403 Treepoint Drive, 76017
Valley View Park
908 Highland Drive, 76010
Vandergriff Park
2800 S. Center Street, 76014
Veterans Park
3600 W Arkansas Lane, 76016
Village Creek Historical Area
2605 Dottie Lynn Parkway, 76013
Webb Community Park
1100 Mansfield Webb Road, 76002
Wimbledon Park
2300 Wimbledon Drive, 76017
Woodland West Park
3200 Norwood Lane, 76013
W.O. & Zeta Workman Park
6701 Tabor Drive, 76002
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
ARLINGTON PARKS AND RECREATION OFFERS TONS OF NATURALLY FUN!
Be sure to mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on these upcoming events. For more details
or to register, visit NaturallyFun.org or call 817-459-5474.
APRIL
YOUTH LEAGUE SIGN-UP
CARDBOARD BOAT REGATTA
EASTER BUNNY WORKSHOP
MOVIES IN THE PARK
APRIL 1-30 – SUMMER REGISTRATIONS
Elzie odom athletic center
APRIL 16 • 9:30-11:30 AM
Dottie Lynn Recreation Center
COOKOUT & OPEN HOUSE
APRIL 16 • 11:30 AM-1:30 PM
EUNICE ACTIVITY Center
FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY
APRIL 18 • 11:00 AM-2:00 PM
FOUNDERS PLAZA
MOVIES IN THE PARK
APRIL 18 • DUSK
MLK SPORTS CENTER
FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY
APRIL 18 • 11:00 AM-2:00 PM
FOUNDERS PLAZA
EASTER FUNANZA
APRIL 19 • 9:00-11:30 AM
HUGH SMITH RECREATION CENTER
EASTER BRUNCH
April 20 • RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
VENTANA GRILLE AT TIERRA VERDE
MOVIES IN THE PARK
APRIL 25 • DUSK
MLK SPORTS CENTER
HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO
APRIL 25 • 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
EUNICE ACTIVITY Center
MOTHER-SON OVERNIGHT
APRIL 25-26 • 5:00 PM-7:30 AM
CLIFF NELSON Recreation Center
PARTY ON THE PATIO
APRIL 25 • 6:00-11:00 PM
TIERRA VERDE GOLF CLUB
GOLF DEMO DAY
APRIL 26 • 10:00 AM-3:00 PM
TIERRA VERDE GOLF CLUB
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Hurricane Harbor
MAY 2 • DUSK
MLK SPORTS CENTER
MAY
ATC BLOCK PARTY
MAY 3 • 2:00-4:30 PM
ARLINGTON TENNIS CENTER
CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION
MAY 3 • 10:00 AM-10:00 PM
FOUNDERS PLAZA
BUILD A DREAM SCHOLARSHIP
MAY 8 • 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
ARLINGTON PARKS & RECREATION
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
MOVIES IN THE PARK
MAY 9 • DUSK
MLK SPORTS CENTER
MOTHERS DAY BRUNCH
MAY 11 • RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
VENTANA GRILLE AT TIERRA VERDE
LOST OAK WINERY TOUR
MAY 16 • 10:00 AM-3:00 PM
CLIFF NELSON Recreation Center
MOVIES IN THE PARK
MAY 16 • DUSK
MLK SPORTS CENTER
MOVIES IN THE PARK
MAY 23 • DUSK
MLK SPORTS CENTER
PARTY ON THE PATIO
MAY 23 • 6:00-11:00 PM
TIERRA VERDE GOLF CLUB
DAY CAMP OPEN HOUSE
MAY 29 • 6:00-8:00 PM
CLIFF NELSON, DOTTIE LYNN AND
HUGH SMITH. SAVE 10% ON CAMP
REGISTRATIONS!
City of Arlington Parks and Recreation • N a t u r a l l y F u n . o r g
MOVIES IN THE PARK
MAY 30 • DUSK
MLK SPORTS CENTER
JUNE
MAKE-A-SPLASH
JUNe 14 • 9:00-11:30 AM
Allen Bolden Pool
TODDLER SPLASH
JUNe 24 • 3:00-5:00 PM
HOWARD MOORE PLAY POOL
PARTY ON THE PATIO
JUNE 27 • 6:00-11:00 PM
TIERRA VERDE GOLF CLUB
TODDLER SPLASH
JUNe 29 • 2:00-4:00 PM
HELEN WESSLER PLAY POOL
JULY
LIGHT UP ARLINGTON
JULY 3 • 6:00-11:00 PM
FOUNDERS PLAZA
DIVE-IN MOVIE
JULY 10 • 8:30-10:30 PM
RANDOL MILL POOL
ICE CREAM SOCIAL
JULY 23 • 12:30-1:30 PM
EUNICE ACTIVITY CENTER
AUGUST
AQUATICS DOUBLE DIP
AUGUST 4 • 8:00 PM
WOODLAND WEST POOL
YOUTH LEAGUE SIGN-UP
AUGUST 1-30 – FALL REGISTRATIONS
Elzie odom athletic center
food truck
FRIDAYS
FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS
MARCH 21 - APRIL 18 • 11 AM - 2 PM • FOUNDERS PLAZA | 100 W. ABRAM ST.
“Food Truck Fridays” started March 21 and continues through Friday,
April 18, 2014 at Founders Plaza, located at 100 West Abram St., in
downtown Arlington. Enjoy the beautiful weather and great food
from some of the top food trucks in DFW.
“We wanted to do something where people could enjoy good food
at the Founders Plaza park lawn with their friends,” said Rental and
Lake Services Manager Michael Debrecht. “Different food trucks each
week will be there to sell their wares.”
The food truck craze that continues to sweep across the nation
has officially hit the DFW Metroplex and your Arlington Parks and
Recreation Department. The APRD has created a way for residents
and really anyone who is hankering for some awesome food truck
eats and treats to get your fill.
Based on great turnouts during the first few weeks of the five-week
pilot program, the Arlington Parks and Recreation department is
looking to extend the days and hours the trucks are available, as
well as increase the number of locations they serve. Stay tuned to
naturallyfun.org for upcoming dates and additional information!
Sandra Robinson
First Place — 2013 • 5th Grade Division
Veterans Park | Life Cycle Theme
Focus14
NATURE PHOTO CONTEST
FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE
GREATER ARLINGTON AREA.
Pictures to be taken between
April 15 - Nov. 1, 2014
Cash prizes FOR EACH GRADE LEVEL:
$50—1st, $35—2nd, $25—3rd , $15—4th
For more information visit
acctexas.org/focus
Nature photography classes are available this summer at River Legacy Living Science Center. Call 817-860-6752 for more information.
C ITY O F A R LINGT O N PA R K S AND R E C R E ATI O N D E PA R TM E NT
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Plan for an explosive night of entertainment and fireworks with the City of Arlington’s annual
July 3rd fireworks festival
Enjoy a night filled with live music, great food, retail booths, kids
activities and entertainment for the entire family; topped off with
a thrilling fireworks show! There will be a variety of food vendors
downtown restaurants will be open for business.
Visit LightUpArlington.com for additional event information, updates,
entertainment schedules, maps and more! The website is also offered
in a mobile-friendly format that allows you to keep up with all of the
fun at the event.
NATU R ALLY FUN MAGA Z IN E
around the festival area serving traditional carnival fare. In addition,
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