JANUARY CITY NEWS 2016

Upcoming WINTER SAFETY Wichita Falls It is important to be prepared let faucets drip or flow for winter weather before it instead open cabinets and City Council starts, here are a few sugges- doors that lead to water Meetings tions that may help you be pipes. prepared for winter weather: January 5 • Keep the heat above 55 1. STAYING OFF city streets degrees. 8:30 am to 12:00 pm and highways unless travel is • Insulate plumbing that is January 19 absolutely necessary. Unnec- susceptible to cold air and 8:30 am to 12:00 pm essary travel during winter freezing. weather can ENDANGER In Council Chambers located at your life and the lives of First 5. Keep pets indoors and/or Memorial Auditorium 1300 7th Street. Responders. provide a heat source for their If you do have to travel keep outdoor enclosure. MEET THE COUNCIL an up-to-date emergency kit in 6. We encourage you to moni- your vehicle. The kit should tor the City’s Facebook page Mayor include blankets, food and wa- facebook.com/OfficialCityOf- Glenn Barham...... (940) 761-7404 ter, a cell phone charger for a WichitaFallsTX for the latest Council vehicle, first aid kit, flashlight, news and updates. lighter and fire starter, winter Michael Smith...... (940) 692-5288 7. You can also sign up to Tim Ingle...... (940) 691-6564 hats, gloves and emergency flares. receive free email notices Brian Hooker...... (940) 244-4000 through Notify Me on the Tom Quintero...... (940) 386-2168 2. Keep vehicles parked in a City’s website,wichitafallstx. DeAndra Chenault..(940) 444-8447 garage. gov. Or to receive text mes- Stephen Santellana..(940) 781-5321 3. Insure that there is adequate sages through NIXLE, just food and water in your home. text your zip code to 888777 City Manager for emergency alerts or WF- Darron Leiker...... (940) 761-7404 4. Protect your water pipes: NWS to 888777 for weather Deputy City Manager • During the drought do not alerts. Jim Dockery...... (940) 761-7404 Newsletter January 2016 Newsletter January 2016 INFORMATION

A great city comes with great resources, that is why Wichita Falls Texas has its own Show!!! “That City Show” started broadcasting its informative and entertaining program on October 8th. The program covers a wide range of topics, including: city services, business, community events, activities, and general issues important to resi- dents and visitors of Wichita Falls.

A new show airs every Thursday at 6:30 pm on WFTV Channel 11 on Time Warner Cable. The show can also be viewed at any time at the following sites: 1. The City’s Youtube page - www.youtube.com/wichitafallstxpio 2. The City’s Facebook page - www.facebook.com/Official-City-of-Wichita-Falls-TX-341031670034 3. The City’s website - www.wichitafallstx.gov “That City Show” is rebroadcast on WFTV Channel 11 everyday at 8:00 am, 6:30 pm, and midnight.

If you would like to be a guest, suggest a topic or ask a question to be featured on the show please contact the Public Information Office at (940) 761-7401, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm or by email at: [email protected].

No City tax dollars were used for the construction of the new studio. Funding came from a franchise fee paid for by Time Warner Cable.

Left to right: Host-Eric Crosslin, Community Marketing Director at WF Chamber of Commerce-Ann Arnold, Public Information Officer- Barry Levy Newsletter January 2016 Newsletter January 2016 INFORMATION

Protect Your Pet During Winter Pets not only protect our homes and keep us com- pany, but they also give us a special kind of joy. keep This winter don’t forget to take extra precautions so anti- that your pet is healthy and happy. Here are some freeze suggestions by the humane society: out of reach. f f If its too cold for you, that means it’s too cold ff Horse owners: for them. If temperature drops it is recom- give your horses shelter mended to bring your pet inside, pets are sensi- and dry warmth. tive to severe cold and are at risk for frostbite and hypothermia during extreme cold snaps. But ff Speak out if you see a pet left in the cold. If if it must remain outside remember to give it a you encounter a pet in the cold politely let the special sweater, a kennel, and a blanket. owner know your concerne. If they disregard your comment, document what you see: the f f Minimize winter walks. date, time, exact location, type of animal, and as ff Give your pets plenty of food and water. Pets many details as possible (video and photographs who spend a lot of time outdoors need more help too). Then contact animal services at (940) food and water in the winter because keeping 761-8894 and present all information. warm depletes their energy. Help your pet be in the best shape! For more infor- ff Be carefull with cats under cars or inside car mation visit: www.humanesociety.org. engines. If you don’t park inside garage take Remember that pets only have YOU to lend them a the precaution to bang on your hood a couple of hand during the cold winter season. times before starting your engine. ff Protect paws from salt. The salt and other chemicals used to melt snow and ice can irritate the pads of your pet’s feet. Wipe all paws with a damp towel before your pet licks them and ir- ritates his/her mouth. ff Avoid antifreeze poisoning. Antifreeze is a deadly poison, but it has a sweet taste that may attract animals and children. Wipe up spills and Newsletter January 2016 Newsletter January 2016 INFORMATION

FLU SEASON Like many things in life catching the flu is unpre- Remember, the flu is spread through coughing dictable. The United States suffers epidemics of and sneezing, so simple prevention measures seasonal flu each year and outbreaks can happen such as: washing hands with warm water and as early as October and last until May. The best soap, covering the face with an arm rather than way to prevent the flu from spreading is a hand when coughing or sneezing, avoiding by getting vaccinated as soon as touching the face or mouth entirely posible since it takes two and staying home if sick are great weeks for the body to health practices. build up immunity. The Health District is open The Health District Monday to Friday from highly recommends 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, some that anyone, 6 clinics are open extended months and up, hours.For questions, should get a flu pricing or appointments shot, unless it is please call (940) 761- not recommended 7800 for more details. that a person do so For more information on by a medical profes- the flu and how to prevent sional. it, please visit the CDC web- site at www.cdc.gov/flu

CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING TIPS Remember for every plant FREE TREE DROP-OFF winter means stress, take into consideration the fol- Anytime December to January 17 at: lowing tips: Lucy Park - Sunset Lane off Seymour Highway • Water your trees at least once a month Kiwanis Park - 4400 Southwest Parkway. during winter time. The above locations are open 24 hrs. • Cover the root area of The city will be accepting real trees that have been completely your plant. stripped of the tree stand, decorations, and lights. No artificial • Plants in pots and tubs trees acccepted are very thirsty during frost-free perios. If you run out of time you can drop off your tree free of charge at Trees help our environ- the City Transfer Station, located at 3200 Lawrence Road Law- ment lets not forget to care rence Road, and at the City Landfill on 10984 Wilei Road from for them during winter 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday and Saturdays from 8am to 4pm. weather. For more infomation please contact Sanitation at (940)761-7977 Newsletter January 2016 Newsletter January 2016 50 PLUS ZONE

The 50 Plus Zone is a recreational facility operated by the Parks & Recreation Department for the use and enjoyment of people age 50 and over. For only $30.00 a year, you get: • New Friends • Monthly Lunches • Cards & Dominoes • Lives Bands & Dances • Poker & Bridge • Pool Tables • Two Workout Rooms • Table Tennis • Fitness Classes • Oil Painting Classes • Movies on the Big Screen • Stained Glass Classes • Bingo • And much more.... • Karaoke First time visitors are welcomed to tour the zone and enjoy a free day of use, contact the zone at (940) 761-8887 located at 600 11th Street, Second floor in Downtown Wichita Falls Fitness Classes at room 201 Free Indoor Carnival Bingo at the Zone • Morning Workout Thursday January 21st Cash Bingo 9-10 am Mon-Fri Fridays at 2:00 PM • Zumba Gold 10:00 am - 11:00 am Free Prize Bingo 10-11 am Mon & Wed January 5th and 19th at Zone Ballroom 216 • Walking Workout at 9:00 AM 8:30-9 am Mon,Wed,Fri & Tue,Thur, Fri 10-10:30 am Karaoke Square Dance Lessons 14 Lessons Series • Gentle Yoga Monday- 2 to 5 pm 10:30-11 am Mon, Wed, Fri Tuesday - 3 to 4 pm Thursday Jan. 14th • Evening Zumba Thursday 1:30 to 4 pm 7:30 pm at the 50 Plus Zone Ballroom 5:15 pm Tue,Thur room 202

Games January Birthday Movies Jan 11-14 Room 208 Party and Brunch Tue, Thur, Fri 1:30 PM to 5 PM Pinochle, Ping Pong, January 5th at 10:30 For a complete schedule visit or click: Texas Hold’em wichitafallstx.gov Newsletter January 2016 Newsletter January 2016 AT THE LI BRARY

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY HALF- TODDLER TIME PRICE USED BOOK SALE January 6, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM January 2, 10:00 AM They meet every Wednesday. BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP PJ TIME MEETING January 11, 7:00 PM January 5, 6:45 PM AUTHOR VISIT Come join to discuss a great book. January 16, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM PRESCHOOL TIME Meet Tracie Peterson and Kimkerley January 5, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Woodhouse co-authors of “Beyond the They meet every Tuesday for a special reading Silence” time. WFPL is located at 600 11th Street in YOUTH CRAFT Downtown Wichita Falls. Open Mon January 5, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM to Wed 9am - 8pm, Thur 9am - 5:3 pm, They meet every other Tuesday for a fun new Fri 9am - 5pm and Sat 10am - 2:30pm. craft. Closed Sundays. Newsletter January 2016 Newsletter January 2016 ART CO RNER

Kemp Center For The Arts Open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, and Saturdays from 9am to 4pm LIFT UP GALLERY BY GLEN OIL PAINTING WITH BETSY “STUDIO SATURDAY “ CONWAY EDWARDS DISCOVERY ZONE This exhibition runs through January 6, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. January 16, 10:00 – 12:00 February 1. Glen has been an ac- Create your own adaptation of Where children and their families tive member of Wichita Falls Art Betsy’s Confetti. Please call or come to create, learn, and con- Association for many years. email ahead of time ariannak@ nect through art. kempcenter.org “BEGGED, BORROWED, AND RICHARD ASH EXHIBIT FOUND” BY DORIS LACKEY Exhibition runs January 22th to OIL AND PASTEL WORK- This exhibition runs through March 12th. SHOP January 9. Doris Lackey has January 8, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM WICHITA FALLS ART ASSO- been oil painting since 2000. Join noted Graham artist Kaye CIATION EXHIBIT Her colorful landscapes bring Franklin for her instructional Exhibition runs January 29th to to life the beauty of our local class for intermediate to ad- April 2nd. countryside. vanced level oil /acrylic or pastel A CENTRAL PLACE PRES- art students. ENTS “WHERE THREE RONDA IVY EXHIBIT WINDS MEET” Exhibition runs January 8th to This exhibition runs through Jan- March 5th. uary 9. Begun in 2014, A Central Place gathered local artists of all LAURA GILLIS EXHIBIT media to participate in a project Exhibition runs January 15th to celebrating the arts community March 19th. of Wichita Falls.

Wichita Falls Museum of Art at MSU Open Tuesday toFriday from 10am to 5pm, and Saturdays from 1pm to 5pm “A CREATIVE DOORWAY” paintings. have been accessioned into the BY KATHERINE LIONTAS- FULL CIRCLE: THE COL- Museum’s permanent collection. WARREN LECTORS CIRCLE Tours available for schools, Exhibition runs from November Exhibition runs from November events, or special program. 13, 2015 to January 16, 2016. 12, 2015 until January 16, 2016. Contact the WFMA at MSU to The work of Cameron Univer- This exhibition presents a selec- schedule a docent gallery tour. sity Professor of Art Katherine tion of 19 artworks that have (940) 397-8900. Liontas-Warren will be on dis- been acquired by members of the play, the show features 56 new Collectors Circle since 2010 and Newsletter January 2016 Newsletter January 2016 THEATR E EVENTS THE WICHITA THEATRE TH 108 ANNIVERSARY The Wichita theatre is proud to announce its SEASON 108th Season for 2016. You can’t miss these exciting new shows 2016 for the whole family! The line up includes: Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Shrek the Musical, Peter Pan, Two from Galilee, and more to be announced. Tickets for the 2016 season are now on sale. You can only purchase your season tickets by phone or at the box of- fice. For more informa- tion please call (940) 723-9037 Tuesday to Friday from 11am to 5pm, or visit the box office during the same ours at 10th and Indi- ana, Downtown Wichi- ta Falls.

“Death of a Doornail” A dinner theatre mur- der mistery-comedy you can’t miss! Janury 23 and January 30. Reserve your tickets, on sale now!

Wichita Theatre is located at 919 Indiana Ave. in Downown Wichita Falls. Newsletter January 2016 Newsletter January 2016 EVENTS

WICHITA FALLS WILDCATS VS Kemp Karnevale “Derby Day” January 16, 6:00 PM @ Kemp Center For the January 2, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM @ Kay Yeager Arts. Coliseum. TEXAS OKLAHOMA BARREL RACING “BEGGED, BORROWED, AND FOUND” ASSOCIATION BY DORIS LACKEY January 17, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM @ JS Bridwell January 2, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM @ Kemp Center Ag Center. for the Arts. CITY COUNCIL MEETING A CENTRAL PLACE PRESENTS January 19, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM @ Memorial “WHERE THREE WINDS MEET” Auditorium - Council Chambers. January 2, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM @ Kemp Center VS LONE for the Arts. STAR BRAHMAS OPEN ICE SKATING January 22 and 23, 7:00 PM @ Kay Yeager January 3, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM @ . Coliseum. 5 STAR BARREL RACING CITY COUNCIL MEETING Janury 24, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM @ JS Bridwell Ag January 5, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM @ Memorial Center. Auditorium - Council Chambers. UNIVERSITY KIWANIS PANCAKE WAKE UP WICHITA FALLS FESTIVAL January 6, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM @ 2708 January 30, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM @ JS Bridwell Southwest Parkway, Suite 128. Ag Center. WICHITA COUNTY JR. LIVESTOCK SHOW January 8, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM @ JS Bridwell Ag Center. WICHITA FALLS WILDCATS VS CORPUS CHRISTI ICE RAYS January 8 and 9, 7: PM @ Kay Yeager Coliseum. KFDX BRIDAL MARKET January 9, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM @ Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall. LIFE LINE SCREENING January 13, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM @ Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall. DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST January 15, 7:30 PM - 9:30 @ The Whichita Theatre Performing Arts Center. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. PRAYER AND SCHOLARSHIP BREAKFAST January 16, 7:30 AM – 11:30 PM @ Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall. Newsletter January 2016 INFORMATION

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