Harlingen Parks & Recreation

HARLINGEN PARKS & RECREATION

SEE OUR SCHEDULE HERE: 2019 FallSchedule Parks & Recreation Information

City Officials City Staff

Chris Boswell City Mayor Javier Mendez Parks Director Richard Uribe Commissioner, District 1 David Arce Parks Assist. Director Frank Puente Commissioner, District 2 Armando Villela Parks Maintenance Supervisor Michael Mezmar Commissioner, District 3 Lupe Gonzalez Athletic Supervisor Ruben De La Rosa Commissioner, District 4 Victor Leal Commissioner, District 5 Bethsalee Flores Recreation Supervisor Dan Serna,CPM City Manager Adam Diaz Aquatics Supervisor Gabriel Gonzalez, CPM Assistant City Manager Christy Cantrell Administrative Secretary Carlos A. Sanchez, P. E. Assistant City Manager

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Helpful Numbers Parks and Recreation Department 216-5951 Adele Clinton Chairperson Building Reservations 216-5291 Aurelio Torres Member Pendleton Pool 425-4270 Philip Oxford Member Softball Hotline 216-5956 Eduardo Sanchez Member H.E.B Tennis Center Shannon Sparks Member (Don VanRamshorst) 789-4509 Abel Castañeda Member Tony Butler Golf Course 216-5970 Harlingen A& E Admin. Box Office 216-5990 Walk-In Registrations Harlingen Public Library 216-5810 HARLINGEN PARKS AND RECREATION OFFICE Health Department 216-5220 502 East Tyler Boy’s & Girl’s Club 428-4183 Ofﬁce Hours: Monday-Friday Harlingen Chamber of Commerce 423-5440 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m Downtown Development District 216-4910 Harlingen Arts and Heritage Museum 216-4903 Harlingen Convention and Visitors Bureau 622-5053 For more information on activities and events go to

WWW.MYHARLINGEN.US

+ Click on the Parks and Recreation tab Welcome to Online Public Building Rentals Thinking about having a quinceañera, sweet sixteen, or wedding Registration reception? Are you looking for a place for your ofﬁce or organization to have a meeting? Take a look at what the City of Harlingen has Create your account and be able to search, register, to offer. We have a number of rental facilities available at very reasonable prices. From meeting rooms to dance halls we can and pay from any computer or mobile device. meet all your needs. For additional information regarding rental • Visit https://apm.activecommunities.com/harlingen and click on rates and building availability please feel free to call us at (956) Create an Account, or go to www.myharlingen.us and click on the 216-5291 or visit us at 502 E. Tyler in Harlingen. Parks and Recreation Tab. Basic rental rates and building layouts available at http://www.myharlingen.us/page/pb.home • Complete Name and Address information >> Next

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Harlingen Parks & Recreation rents out 6 pavilions throughout our parks. The rental area is the enclosed space that includes a covered pavilion, picnic tables, a barbecue pit, lights and electricity. Restrooms are open to the public, but located close to the pavilions.

Reservations need to be made in person at our ofﬁce (502 E. Tyler) .

For more information please call (956) 216-5951or go to the Parks page on our website for contract information. www.myharlingen.us

Park Pavilion Rentals Rental prices subject to change.

Facility Address Capacity Harlingen Harlingen Cleaning Deposit Residents Fee Non-Residents Fee (due a down payment)

Sports Complex 3139 Wilson Street 400 $150.00 for the day $200.00 for the day $50.00

Pendleton 1427 Morgan Boulevard 200 $150.00 for the day $200.00 for the day $50.00

Victor 1601 S. “M” Street 200 $150.00 for the day $200.00 for the day $50.00

Dixieland 2501 S. Dixieland Rd. 200 $150.00 for the day $200.00 for the day $50.00

Rangerville Pavilion 1101 Rangerville Rd. 80 $100.00 for the day $125.00 for the day $50.00

Rangerville Gazebo 1101 Rangerville Rd. 40 $75.00 for the day $90.00 for the day $50.00 SummerFall Children’s Kid’s ProgramsPrograms ~~ Pre-RegistrationPre-registration ReRequiredquired

Instructor: Grey West Location: Harlingen Community Center (201 E. Madison)

Discover the fundamentals of art, invention and design in this fun and educational program. Learn the fundamentals of drawing, brainstorming and creating new product ideas. Invent a new toy, phone, mode of travel...anything at all! (4 classes per month with the exception of the month of December)

Dates Days Time Age Cost Basic American 9/4 - 9/25 Wednesday 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. 13 and up $80.00 Sign Language Communication 10/2 - 10/23 Wednesday 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.. 13 and up $80.00 11/6 - 11/27 Wednesday 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. 13 and up $80.00 By the end of this course, students are expected to have acquired 12/4 - 12/18 Wednesday 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. 13 and up $60.00 basic sign language communication skills. These will allow them to express and understand non-verbal concepts while interacting with the Deaf and/or Hard of Hearing community. Students will learn the American Sign Language structure to introduce themselves, Critter Class describe objects, places and people with the use of classiﬁers, body language and signs, establish details such as when, where or how a determined situation takes place and how to respectfully communicate with members of the Deaf community. (4 classes per month, with the exception of the months of November and December , due to holidays)

Dates Days Time Age Cost 9/3-9/24 Tuesday 10:30 - 12:30 a.m. 13 and up $75.00 9/5-9/26 Thursday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. 13 and up $75.00 10/1-10/22 Tuesday 10:30 - 12:30 a.m. 13 and up $75.00 10/3-10/24 Thursday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. 13 and up $75.00 11/5-11/26 Tuesday 10:30 - 12:30 a.m. 13 and up $75.00 11/7-11/21 Thursday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. 13 and up $65.00 12/3-12/17 Tuesday 10:30 - 12:30 a.m. 13 and up $65.00 12/5-12/19 Thursday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. 13 and up $65.00

Instructors: Tyler Thomas & Nick Stacey

“Critter Class” is an introduction to understanding and establishing a connection to animals and wild places. Learn about and interact Instructors Wanted!!! with Birds, Mammals, Invertebrates, and Reptiles in this one of a HARLINGEN PARKS AND RECREATION IS SEEKING INSTRUCTORS WHO kind workshop! Kids will engage in crafts and projects that relate to ARE INTERESTED IN TEACHING RECREATION CLASSES THIS SPRING! conservation as we serve as a stepping stone for their bright futures. WANT TO KNOW IF YOU ARE THE RIGHT CANDIDATE? Our fun and engaging workshop will leave your child wanting to come IT IS EASY AS 1-2-3- back for more! (4 classes per month, with the exception of the months of November and December , due to holidays) 1. You feel “Fullfilled” when youengage with the community. 2. You possess a “Skill” you are passonate about enough to teach. Dates Days Time Age Cost 3. You value “Education” and are ready to serve the community 9/5-9/26 Thurs. 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. 8-12 $40.00

10/3-10/24 Thurs. 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. 8-12 $40.00 WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR YOUR IDEAS AND MAKE THEM HAPPEN 11/7-11/21 Thurs. 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. 8-12 $30.00 SEND YOUR IDEAS ALONG WITH YOUR CONTACT INFO TO bﬂ[email protected] 12/5-12/19 Thurs. 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. 8-12 $30.00 SummerSummerPrograms Kid’s Kid’s & CoursesPrograms Programs ~ Pre-Registration ~~ Pre-registrationPre-registration Required RequiredRequired

Martial Arts & Yoga Kids Capoeira Adult Capoeira by South Texas Capoeira by South Texas Capoeira Instructor: Tyrone Phelipa

Capoeira is a unique Afro-Brazilian Martial Instructor: Tyrone Phelipa Art that combines dance, music, acrobatics, ﬁghting techniques, history, culture and fuses it into one awesome Capoeira is a unique Afro-Brazilian Martial Art package. A great way to get in the best shape of your life while that combines dance, music, acrobatics, ﬁghting learning a unique martial art. Classes are taught by Contramestre techniques, history, culture and fuses it into one Graveto who has been a practitioner of various martial arts for over awesome package. (4 classes per month) 34 years and teaching capoeira for the past 17 - the last 6 of which Dates Days Time Age Cost have been here in the RGV. (4 classes per month) 9/9-9/30 Mon. 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. 13 - Adult $35.00 Dates Days Time Age Cost 10/7-10/28 Mon. 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. 13 - Adult $35.00 9/9-9/30 Mon. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 6-12 $30.00 11/4-11/25 Mon. 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. 13 - Adult $35.00 10/7-10/28 Mon. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 6-12 $30.00 12/2-12/23 Mon. 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. 13 - Adult $35.00 11/4-11/25 Mon. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 6-12 $30.00 12/2-12/23 Mon. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 6-12 $30.00 Adult Ninjutsu Kids Ninjutsu Instructor: Horacio Rodriguez

Instructor: Horacio Rodriguez “Rough Boy Ninjutsu” focuses on delivering the fastest way to learn Ninjutsu, while building your conﬁdence. Ninjutsu is more than just a Rough Boy Ninjutsu” focuses on delivering the fastest way to learn martial art; it is exercise, a weight loss plan, and one great adrenaline Ninjutsu, while building your conﬁdence. Ninjutsu is more than boost of energy. At the end of the class you will not only go home with a just a martial art; it is exercise, a weight great workout, but with skills that may, one day, save your life. Students loss plan, and one great adrenaline boost can wear jogging pants or shorts with a t-shirt. (8 classes per month). of energy. At the end of the class you will not only go home with a great workout, but with skills that may, one day, save your life. Students can wear jogging pants or Dates Days Time Age Cost shorts with a t-shirt. (8 classes per month) 9/3-9/25 Tues. and Wed 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 13 - Adult $35.00 Dates Days Time Age Cost 10/1-10/23 Tues. and Wed. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 13 - Adult $35.00 9/3-9/25 Tues. and Wed 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - 12 $35.00 11/5-11/27 Tues. and Wed. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 13 - Adult $35.00 10/1-10/23 Tues. and Wed. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - 12 $35.00 11/5-11/27 Tues. and Wed. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - 12 $35.00

Tai Chi Instructor: Jose Olivarez

Tai Chi literally translates to “supreme ultimate ﬁst”. Tai Chi is known for its slow moving attributes, but little do people know that if done correctly Tai Chi is a great work out as well as a self defense system. This gentle form of exercise is also said to prevent or ease many ills of aging and could be the perfect activity for the rest of your life. (4 classes per month) Dates Days Time Age Cost 9/3-9/24 Tues. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - Adult $35 /$60 for 2 10/1-10/22 Tues. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - Adult $35 /$60 for 2 11/5-11/26 Tues. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - Adult $35 /$60 for 2 12/3-12/17 Tues. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - Adult $30 /$50 for 2 SummerSummerPrograms Kid’sKid’s & ProgramsCoursesPrograms ~ ~Pre-Registration~ Pre-registrationPre-registration Required RequiredRequired

Dance Classes Line Dancing Country Dancing Instructor: Jose Olivarez Instructor: Jose Olivarez

Line dancing; a sure way to get everyone of the dance ﬂoor at The Texas Two-Step, Texas Quick Step and the Texas Shufﬂe will be birthday parties, night clubs and get-togethers. Whether they are the focus of these monthly classes. Enjoy kicking up your heels with doing the Electric Slide, The Hustle or The Boot Scootin’ Boogie friends whether you are just learning the steps or perfecting your don’t be left out. If you have ever wanted to know how to do to technique. Partners suggested but not necessary. (4 classes dances like these then this class is for you. Join us for a fun, easy per month, with the exception of the months of November and way to exercise and burn calories and then head off to your next December , due to holidays) party ready to show off your skills. (4 classes per month, with the exception of the month of December, due to holiday) Dates Days Time Age Cost Dates Days Time Age Cost 9/5-9/26 Thurs. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - Adult $35.00 9/4-9/25 Wed. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - Adult $35.00 10/3-10/24 Thurs. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - Adult $35.00 10/2-10/27 Wed. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - Adult $35.00 11/7-11/21 Thurs. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - Adult $30.00 11/6-11/27 Wed. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - Adult $35.00 12/5-12/19 Thurs. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - Adult $30.00 12/4-12/18 Wed. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 7 - Adult $30.00 Young Beginners Ballet and Tap Baby Combo (Ballet and Tap) Instructor: Lorri DeJesus

Instructor: Lorri DeJesus In this class students will start to become familiar with the terminology and techniques for Ballet, Tap, and Jazz Dance. Along Bring your little ones to learn the basics of Tap Dance and Ballet. with these skills, students will gain the strength, coordination, They will receive a full hour of instruction on creative movement to and conﬁdence that come with these disciplined dance styles. a number of fun songs. Along with starting the foundation of dance, Recital at the end of the season. (4 classes per month, with the Lorri will help your child increase coordination and spatial awareness. exception of the month of December , due to holiday) Recital at the end of the season. (4 classes per month, with the exception of the month of December , due to holiday) Dates Days Time Age Cost 9/3-9/24 Tues. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 6-10 $32.00 Dates Days Time Age Cost 10/1-10/22 Tues. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 6-10 $32.00 9/3-9/24 Tues. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 3-5 $32.00 11/5-11/26 Tues. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 6-10 $32.00 10/1-10/22 Tues. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 3-5 $32.00 12/3-12/17 Tues. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 6-10 $24.00 11/5-11/26 Tues. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 3-5 $32.00 12/3-12/17 Tues. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 3-5 $24.00

Baby Jazz Instructor: Lorri DeJesus

This class will focus on the basic steps and terminology of both Jazz and Salsa. Using fun, energizing music, Lorri will teach combina- tions to be showcased in the December recital. Besides a creative and active outlet, learning dance will help your child increase coordination, spatial awareness, and an appreciation for different types of music. (4 classes per month, with the exception of the months of November and December , due to holidays) Dates Days Time Age Cost 9/5-9/26 Thurs. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 3-5 $32.00 10/3-10/24 Thurs. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 3-5 $32.00 11/7-11/21 Thurs. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 3-5 $24.00 12/5-12/19 Thurs. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 3-5 $24.00 Programs & Courses ~ Pre-Registration Required

Register for classes online at http://apm.activecommunities/harlingen before the first day of class or at the Parks & Recreation Office located at 502 E. Tyler from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00p.m. All classes take place at the Harlingen Community Center (201 E. Madison Ave Harlingen, TX 78550) unless stated otherwise. Any questions call (956) 216 - 5951 or Bethsy Flores, Recreation Supervisor, at (956) 245 - 1222. Morning Zumba: Dance and Tone Art: Creative Explorations Instructor: Oneida Trevino Instructor: Mori Lugo Let’s Create and Explore! Engage your child in creative and Forget the workout, just lose yourself in the music and find yourself explorative forms of artwork. Students will experiment with different in shape at the original dance-fitness party. Zumba® classes feature media, such as pencil, watercolor, India Ink, tempera paint, low-fire exotic rhythms set to Latin and international beats. Then change gears earthenware clay, and other media. All media experimentation will and bring on the weights for a low impact/ high-energy muscle building incorporate techniques such as painting, printmaking, ceramics experience. It’s easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating. Wear and pottery making, and others. Students will have several workout clothes, comfortable shoes and bring a yoga mat and weights opportunities throughout the school year to compete in local (2 or 3 lbs). (12 classes per month, with the exception of the months of Art Competitions, and National Art Competitions. Students November and December , due to holidays) that attend a full season will have an additional opportunity to participate in an Annual Art Exhibit. (4 classes per month, with Dates Days Time Age Cost the exception of the months of November and December , due to 9/3-9/26 Tu, W, Th 8:30 - 9:45 a.m. Adults $15.00 holidays) 10/1-10/24 Tu, W, Th 8:30 - 9:45 a.m. Adults $15.00 Dates Days Time Age Cost 11/5-11/27 Tu, W, Th 8:30 - 9:45 a.m. Adults $15.00 9/5-9/246 Thurs 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 6 and up $40.00 12/3-12/19 Tu, W, Th 8:30 - 9:45 a.m. Adults $15.00 10/3-10/24 Thurs 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 6 and up $40.00 11/7-11/21 Thurs 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 6 and up $30.00 Anyone Can Sew 12/5-12/19 Thurs 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 6 and up $30.00 Instructor: Maricarman Armenta Acoustic Guitar Lessons—Beginners Have you ever seen an amazing outfit or had an idea and wanted to make it yourself? Have you ever lost a button, or needed to mend Instructor: Maricarman Armenta some clothes but didn’t know how? Then this class is for you. No It is never too late to learn how to play the guitar. Acoustic guitar is longer will you throw away pants that are too long, or missing a zipper. one of those instruments that can be with you wherever you go. The Don’t spend hundreds of dollars on dresses, suits, gifts, or costumes guitar can be your best partner at parties and in your moments of that you can make yourself. This creative hobby is for everyone (men solitude. This class will focus on teaching the basics of music and and women) and you are only limited by your imagination. *A supply rhythm around the acoustic guitar. At the end of this class you will list will be given out on the first class. (4 classes per month, with the be able to play a number of time honored songs. Students must exception of the month of December , due to holiday) provide their own guitar. (8 classes per month, with the exception of the month of December , due to holiday). Dates Days and Time Age Cost

9/4 - 9/25 Wednesday 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. 8 - adult $65 for 1/ $90 for 2 Dates Days and Time Age Cost 10/2 -10/23 Wednesday 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. 8 - adult $65 for 1/ $90 for 2 9/3- 9/25 Tues. and Wed. 4:30– 5:30 p.m. 6 - adult $80 for 1/ $130 for 2 11/6 - 11/27 Wednesday 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. 8 - adult $65 for 1/ $90 for 2 10/1 - 10/23 Tues. and Wed. 4:30– 5:30 p.m. 6 - adult $80 for 1/ $130 for 2 12/4 - 12/18 Wednesday 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. 8 - adult $55 for 1/ $80 for 2 11/5 - 11/27 Tues. and Wed. 4:30– 5:30 p.m. 6 - adult $80 for 1/ $130 for 2 12/3 - 12/18 Tues. and Wed. 4:30– 5:30 p.m. 6 - adult $70 for 1/ $120 for 2

Acoustic Guitar Lessons—Advanced Instructor: Maricarman Armenta

It is never too late to learn how to play the guitar. Acoustic guitar is one of those instruments that can be with you wherever you go. The guitar can be your best partner at parties and in your moments of solitude. This class will focus on teaching the basics of music and rhythm around the acoustic guitar. At the end of this class you will be able to play a number of time honored songs. Students must provide their own guitar. (8 classes per month, with the exception of the month of December , due to holiday)

Dates Days and Time Age Cost 9/3- 9/25 Tues. and Wed. 5:30– 6:30 p.m. 6 - adult $80 for 1/ $130 for 2 10/1 - 10/23 Tues. and Wed. 5:30– 6:30 p.m. 6 - adult $80 for 1/ $130 for 2 11/5 - 11/27 Tues. and Wed. 5:30– 6:30 p.m. 6 - adult $80 for 1/ $130 for 2 12/3 - 12/18 Tues. and Wed. 5:30– 6:30 p.m. 6 - adult $70 for 1/ $120 for 2 Braiding Instructor: Esther Alabi

Braiding is a creative art, it allows you to bring your creativity for the world to see. Braiding is loved and practice world-wide. (4 classes per month, with the exception of the months of November and December , due to holidays)

Dates Days Time Age Cost 9/5-9/26 Thursday 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 12-up $40.00 10/3-10/24 Thursday 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 12-up $40.00 11/7-11/21 Thursday 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 12-up $30.00 12/5-12/19 Thursday 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 12-up $30.00 Boys & Girls Club of Harlingen Summer 2019 Information

Harry Nigro (Main) Unit Wilson/ Primera Unit ELEMENTARY SPORTS PROGRAM 1209 West Washington Corner of Stuart Place Flag Football for Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th (956) 428-4183 and Primera Rd. COED Volleyball for Grades:3rd, 4th, 5th 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (956) 421-3244 Deadline to register: Friday, September 6, 2019 Fee: $10.00 Ages 6-10: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (956) 421-3244 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS PROGRAM Lemoyne Gardens Unit Fall Middle School COED Volleyball League for grades 6th - 8th Airbase Road Ben Milam/ Bonita Park Unit Fall Middle School Flag-Football League for grades 6th - 8th (956) 425-2257 1215 Rangerville Rd. Deadline to register: Friday, September 6, 2019 Fee: $10.00 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (956) 428-7816 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS PROGRAM Fall High School Basketball League for grades 9th - 12th Lamar/ Los Vecinos Unit Deadline to register: Friday, September 6, 2019 Fee: $15.00 1100 S “M” St ADULT SPORTS PROGRAM (956) 423-7005 ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE beginning in September. Entry Fee before September 6, 2019: $300.00 After the due date: $325.00 FOR MORE CLUB INFO CALL ADULT VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE beginning in September. ALMA (956)428-4183 OR YOUR Entry Fee before September 6, 2019: $190.00 After the due date: $200.00 LOCAL B&G CLUB Like us on Facebook: Boys and Girls Club Winter BASKETBALL League PROGRAM Information: or [email protected] of Harlinge Registration begins September 2019

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Not quite Tennis, not quite Ping-pong; Pickleball takes attributes from both games and combines them into a fast-paced, low impact game suitable for all ages. Whether you are a beginner or been playing forever, you will find people to play at your skill level. What is the Harlingen Parks & What is’. Recreation Geo-Quest? Lessons are available. So come by and “Let’s Play!” Harlingen is using Geocaching to take you on a tour of our city. Geocaching? Multiple geocaches have been hidden around Harlingen and if you find enough of them you can log them in a “passport” and then redeem that for Courts are indoors with air conditioning. Free paddles for beginners. a collectible coin. Location: Harlingen Community Center Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor treasure hunting game using GPS-enabled devices. For more information call 201 E. Madison Ave. Participants navigate to a specific set of GPS (956) 245-1222 or go to our website Dates and Times: Mon. 6:30-9 p.m.; Tues through Thurs. 1 - 5 p.m. coordinates and then attempt to find the www.myharlingen.us, click on the geocache (container) hidden at that location. Parks and Recreation tab and then find Cost: Free For more information please call (956) 245-1222 Go to www.geocaching.com to get started. Geo-Quest. Free Tu Salud ¡Sí Cuenta! Free

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

BOOTCAMPS McKelvey Park McKelvey Park 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

CHAIR WORKOUTS Robinhood Apartments Robinhood Apartments Robinhood Apartments 2:00 pm 2:00 pm 2:00 pm

PICKLEBALL Harlingen Community. Center Harlingen Community Center Harlingen Community Center Harlingen Community Center 6:30pm – 9pm 1 – 5 p.m. 1 – 5 p.m. 1 – 5 p.m.

YOGA Harlingen Cultural Harlingen Cultural Art Center Art Center 10:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m.

ZUMBA Abundant Life Church Abundant Life Church Abundant Life Church 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m.

ZUMBA Robinhood Apartments Hacienda las Casitas Robinhood Apartments Hacienda las Casitas Robinhood Apartments 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

ZUMBA Harlingen Cultural Harlingen Cultural Harlingen Cultural Art Center Art Center Art Center 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.

**Classes subject to change Contact / Information: Karina Chavero (956)216-5164 (956)216-5950 Abundant Life Church—101 North O St. Robinhood Apartments— 615 South F St. Harlingen Cultural Art Center—576 ‘76 Dr. McKelvey Park—1325 S. 77 Sunshine Strip Harlingen Community Center—201 E. Madison Ave. Hacienda las Casitas—3567 W. Business 83 Library Programs & Courses Creative Movement with Ms. Lorrie Harlingen Public Library Dates and times to be determined. 410 ‘76 Drive Dance instructor Ms. Lorrie will lead young children in simple and (956) 216-5800 fun dance and movement exercises. Hours Monday through Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Family Programs Friday and Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Family Movie Night September 26, October 17, November 14, December 5 and 19 For more information on events at the Harlingen Public Library Come see a fun movie that the whole family can enjoy on the big please visit https://harlingenpubliclibrary.wordpress.com/ screen! Free popcorn and beverages provided for all children attend- ing. Special Events Art Class - September 21, November 16 Hispanic Heritage Celebration - Saturday, October 12, 2:00- Registration required. Children ages 11-14 (and their parents) will 4:00pm learn about famous artists while creating their own artwork based on All ages are invited to join us in celebrating Hispanic culture. There will the work of the day’s featured artist. be performances and activities including crafts, music, food, a piñata, an art contest, and more. Cupcake Decorating - September 28 Registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Winter Wonderland Festival - December 11 Cupcake artists will learn how to create creepy and cute cupcakes An all ages and inclusive event, there will be crafts, stories, music, that would be perfect for your Halloween parties. food, and a very special visit from Santa! Pumpkin Decorating - October 26 Children’s Programs Registration required. Families can bring your own pumpkin and join us for an afternoon of decorating and carving fun. There will be 2 Early Literacy Tuesdays: Bilingual Story Time sessions. 1st Tuesday of September, November, and December No registration required. For children ages 5 and under and their DIY Craft Projects caregivers. Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, and Wednesdays, Sept. 18, Oct. 2, Nov. 20, and Dec. 4 (5:00-7:30pm); crafts, presented in English and Spanish Conference Room.

Registration required. Kids ages 10 and up must be accompanied by Early Literacy Tuesdays: Baby/Toddler Story Time an adult. Participants will learn how to make different craft projects. 2nd and 4th Tuesday of September, November, and December Example projects include paper flowers, paper crafts, piñatas, jew- No registration required. For children ages 0-2 and their caregivers. elry, acrylic canvas paintings, and tie dye. Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, nursery rhymes, and finger plays. Baby/Toddler Story Time concludes with enriching, Family Games interactive play. We will provide blocks, puzzles, puppets, and other Saturdays, Sept. 7, Oct. 19, Nov. 30, Dec. 14 (2:00-4:00pm); learning toys designed to promote positive development in all dimen- Conference Room. sions for babies and toddlers. Participants will enjoy different games in our collection, including chess, Jenga, Monopoly, Yahtzee, Sorry, and Uno Attack. Early Literacy Tuesdays: Preschool Story Time 3rd Tuesday of September, November, and December No registration required. For children ages 5 and under and their Teen Programs caregivers. Teen Advisory Group Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities September 5, October 3, November 7, December 5 that build early literacy skills, stimulate young minds, and develop a Teens are invited to join the Teen Advisory Group and volunteer, love of reading. contribute to programming, and create and take part in special events! Early Adventures Workshop - Every Tuesday in October Registration required. For children ages 1-3 and their caregivers. Teen Book Club Early Adventures is a five-week program series. Family units come September 26, October 24, November 21, December 19 to a room filled with toys that encourage creative play, cognitive Come read and discuss a young adult book with other teens! First development, art exploration, and language skills. A central feature of 10 teens to sign up get a free copy of the book! Sign up at the Youth Early Adventures is the participation of professionals who specialize Services Desk. in one of these areas: child development, nutrition, speech and language, play and movement, child health and parenting. Each Teen Movie Night week features one specialist who talks one-on-one with parents and September 19, October 22, November 19, December 10 discusses any concerns they may have. We will have various movies showing in the Boggus Teen Space Media Lounge. Chess Club September 4 and 18, October 2 and 16, November 6 and 20, Manga & Anime Club December 4 and 18 September 17, October 15, November 14, December 17 Join us for a fun evening of playing chess. Basic knowledge of chess We will have Anime going on in the Media Lounge, and depending moves and rules is preferred. on the response from teens, a book for the club to read on their own and discuss at the next gathering. After School Adventures September 13 and 27: Kids can make and take crafts honoring His- Video Game Club - October 10, December 12 panic culture. October 11 and 25: It’s all about Halloween! We’ll make Teens meet once a month to hang out with friends and compete at slime and create a craft. November 8 and 22: The theme is Thanks- Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., or Injustice! We even have Mine- giving! We’ll have arts, crafts, and a STEM activity. craft for those days where they just want to hangout and create December 13: Kids will enjoy a Christmas themed activity. things. Library Programs & Courses National Video Games Day - September 12 Room. National Video Games Day is observed annually on Sept. 12. Video Participants need to bring their own supplies. game players across the United States enjoy this day with much pride and enthusiasm. From their earliest days, video games have Frontera Quilt Guild transformed into something more than just a 2D interactive experi- Every 2nd Monday of the month (6:00-7:4pm), Auditorium. ence – transcending use cases and becoming an industry on its Part of the National Quilting Association. Members share quilting tips own. National Video Games Day is a day to celebrate this new-ish and inspiration. pastime! So, grab a friend, and come to the library to game with us in the teen room on our Nintendo Switch or Xbox One. Genealogy Research Assistance Every 1st Saturday of the month (1:30-3:30pm), 2nd Floor, Gene- Teen Halloween Event - October 28 alogy Bay. This year’s theme will be CLUE! Participants will be given a role to RGV Hispanic Genealogical Society members will be on site to help play during the event. They will compete in teams to investigate and you with your family history research. solve the mystery! There will be food, drinks, and a prize for best costume. Knifty Knitters Wednesdays (10:00am-12:00pm), Conference Room. International Games Week Kick-Off - November 2 Participants need to bring their own supplies. International Games Week is an initiative run by volunteers from around the world to reconnect communities through their libraries Multiple Sclerosis Support Group around the educational, recreational, and social value of all types Every 4th Tuesday of the month (6:00-7:30pm), Conference of games. The Harlingen Public Library will be having an event to Room. kick-off the week with various board games from Monopoly to Dead This is a support group for individuals diagnosed with Multiple Scle- of Winter! We will also have a Super Smash Bros. Tournament and rosis and/or their family members. Mario Kart Competition. Poetry Event Winter Teen Celebration - December 21 Every 3rd Tuesday of the month (6:00–7:30pm), Auditorium. The Teen Advisory Group and Youth Department Staff are planning Participants share original poetry. the event. Details regarding the games, gift exchange, movie, and food will be available as the date draws closer. San Antonio Eye Bank Saturday, October 19 (1:00-3:00pm), Auditorium Teen & New Adult Programs This is a support group for individuals who are coping with the loss of a loved one and gives them the opportunity to sign up for Donate Life Comic Book Club Texas. Every 2nd Saturday of the Month (3:00-5:00pm), Boggus Teen Space Idea Lab. Sunshine Book Club Participants discuss selected graphic novels. Every 1st Thursday of the month (10:00-11:00am), Quiet Room #5. Adulting 101 Book Club members discuss books that cover a range of genres and Dates and times to be determined. life. Participants learn about the following topics: Car Care Maintenance, Beginning Sewing, Couponing, Health & Wellness, and Health Insur- Tech Tutoring ance. Thursdays (2:00-4:00pm), Reference Department. One-on-one assistance with your device, by reservation. Adult Programs Tip-O-Texas Genealogical Society Arroyo Colorado Audubon Society 3rd and 4th Thursdays (10:00am–12:00pm), Auditorium. Every 2nd Thursday of the month (6:00-7:30pm), Auditorium. Members enjoy presentations about local history and share tips for Meetings feature special speakers presenting topics related to bird- researching their family history. ing, nature, and local wildlife.

Book Swap Saturday, November 16 (1:00 – 3:00pm); Conference Room. Swap and take home the same number of books that you donate! Books must be in very good condition. No tears, stains, damaged spines, warped, text, coloring or puzzle books.

Classic Movie Cinema Tuesdays, Sept. 24, Oct. 22, and Nov. 26 (5:30-7:30pm); Audito- rium. Saturday, Dec. 14 (1:30 – 3:30pm); Auditorium Movie series based on classic ﬁlms.

Computer Classes 2nd Wednesday of the month (5:30-6:30pm), 2nd Floor Com- puter Lab. Classes focus on the following: Computer Basics: Beginners (Eng- lish/Spanish), Computer Basics, Email, Word, Resume, Excel, Micro- soft Publisher and Microsoft Power Point. Registration is required.

Fancy Stitchers Every 4th Monday of the month (6:00-7:45pm), Conference Athletics All payments for leagues must be made with cash or check made out to City of Harlingen

For more information, call Lupe Gonzalez, Athletic Supervisor at (956) 202-2734 or the Harlingen Parks & Recreation Office at (956) 216-5951. Summer Softball Leagues Registration begins Monday, August 19th and will end Friday, September 13th, 2019.

Teams must be registered and paid in full by 5:00 p.m. • Pay at the plate, per team, per game $10.00. Limited spots available. NO EXECPTIONS WILL BE MADE. • Number of games is dependent on number of teams per division. Play Begins: CCO - ED Mondays and Wednesdays starting • Individual noted as manager on the registration/roster will be September 23rd, 2019 responsible for any forfeit. GOLD, SYLVER & BRONZE Tuesday and Thursday • Team preference will be limited and NOT guaranteed. (Possibly Wednesday) starting September 24th, 2019 • Rules are posted online and at the softball complex. Times: 7:00, 8:00, 9:00 & 10:00 p.m. • Uniform Rule will be effective October 14th (Plan Ahead) Entry Fee: $175.00 plus $10 pay at the plate (per team per game) Harlingen Table Tennis Sponsored by Harlingen Table Tennis Club in association with the Harlingen Parks and Recreation Dept. Open for ages 8 to 80+. For fees contact Bob Salmeron, USATT & ITTF coach, at (956) 536-9237 or view the website at www.hgnttc.org. Paddles are available. Wear comfortable clothing; t-shirt, shorts and gym shoes. Location: Harlingen Community Center 201 E. Madison Ave. Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

H.E.B. Tennis Center 1613 Morgan Blvd. at Pendleton Park Head Teaching Pro - Don VanRamshorst, USPTA Certified (956) 789-4509

H.E.B. Tennis Court has 14 Lighted Tennis Courts including 3 Courts with Quick Start lines for 10 & Under competition and a Pro Shop. Racket stringing available.

COURT FEE MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS $2 per adult (Includes Court Fees) $1 per junior (18 & Under) Family for 3 Months is $90.00 Family for 1 Year is $250

Adult Learn and Play Class Tuesday nights starting at 7:00 p.m.

Junior Beginner Classes Tuesday and Thursday nights from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Classes form this month so call for more information Aquatics Pendleton Pool 1427 Morgan Blvd.

Lap Swimming( $1.00 to enter) Additional time: Days: Monday - Friday Wednesday & Friday Times: 6:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. 4:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m. 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.. Saturday 7:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m.

~ Pre-Registration Required for Swim Lessons Register for classes online at http://apm.activecommunities/harlingen before the first day of class or at the Parks & Recreation Office located at 502 E. Tyler from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00p.m. Any questions call Parks & Recreation office at (956) 216 - 5951 Learn to Swim Lessons Waking Waves: $50.00 (6 Kids per class) Tuesday 7:00 pm -8:00 pm Kids 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Adults Wednesday 7:00 pm -8:00 pm Kids 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Kids

Saturday 7:00 am – 8:00 am Kids 8:00 am – 9:00 am Kids 9:00 am – 10:00 am Kids 10:00 am – 11:00 am Kids 11:00 am – 12:00pm Kids 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Kids Veterans’ Memorial Project Committee at Pendleton Park 1425 Morgan Boulevard Harlingen Texas 78551 Veterans Advisory Board VMPC POB 2862 Harlingen Texas 78551 City Hall 118 E. Tyler Avenue www.harlingenveterans.com Harlingen, Texas 7855 VMPC launches a Memorial Day Program and a Veterans Day Program each year at Pendleton Park. You are cordially invited. • 2019 Veterans Day Monday - 11 November 11 am – Pendleton Park www.myharlingen.us/page/boards.veteransadvisory • 2019 Wreaths Across America Saturday 14 December – info will be posted. We meet the second Thursday each month at 5pm at City Hall.

HARLINGEN PARKS

Arroyo Park New Hampshire & Hale McKelvey Park 1325 S. 7777 SunshineSunshine StripStrip Bonham Park 2113 E. Monroe Ave. Pendleton Park Morgan & Grimes C.B. Wood Park 400 W. Harding Sports Complex 3239 Wilson Rd. Centennial Park 101 West St. Tom Wilson Youth City Lake/ Liberty Gardens 410 ‘76 Drive Sports Complex 3139 Wilson Rd. Dixieland Park 2501 S. Dixieland Rd. Rangerville Park 1101 Rangerville Rd. Gutierrez Park/ La Placita 500 W. Harrison Revere Park N. Parkwood & Revere Ln. Harlingen Thicket 311 E. Taft Soccer Complex 4515 E. Harrison Hugh Ramsey Nature Park 1000 TX– 499 Loop Vestal Park 501 Lafayette Ave. Hunter Park 3rd St. & McGregor Victor Park 1601 S. M St. Lon C. Hill/ Fair Park 605 N. L St. Windsor Park S. 77 & Filmore

Activities

Blues on the Hill: Back to School Blues Harlingen Fall Festival Saturday, August 24th, 2019 Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 Lon C. Hill Park (Fair Park) Location TBA 7:00 p.m. —10:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.—10:00 p.m.

16 de Septiembre Celebration Lighting of the Arroyo Friday, September 13, 2019 Thursday, December 5th, 2019 Harlingen Auditorium McKelvey Park 6:30 p.m.—9:30 p.m. Halloween on Jackson St. Thursday, October 31st , 2019 Jackson St. 5:30 p.m.—8:30 p.m FREE ADMISSION Food and beverages will be sold. (No outside food or beverages, please). For information, call the Harlingen Convention and Visitor’s Bureau at 956-423-5440 Harlingen Youth and Adult Leagues League Contact Phone Facility Description Rio Valley Amateur Soccer Erasmo Montelongo 956-412-1898 Vestal Park Men’s Adult Soccer (men only 18+) Arroyo Youth Soccer Club Esmeralda Gonzalez 956-428-3622 Soccer complex Youth\Soccer boys & girls (4-12) South Texas Little League Clayton Kindel 956-373-1507 Pendleton Park Youth Baseball/Softball (4-12) Harlingen National Bronco Jerry Hernandez 956-793-8142 National Bronco Youth Baseball/Softball (4-12) Harlingen Pony/Girls’ Fast Pitch Roni Martinez 956-893-2554 Arroyo Park Youth Softball (girls only 4-14) Harlingen Texas Bronco League Victor Zepeda 956-226-3674 Victor Park Youth Baseball (boys only 4-12) H.N.Y.F.L. (Harlingen National. Youth Footall League) Jerry Hernandez 956-793-8142 Victor Park Youth Football ( 7-12 HYFL)

Thank you Sponsors!

Due to your generous donations our Summer Playground Program continues to provide quality programing to the children in our community!

SUMMER GAMES OF HARLINGEN TEXAS 2019 TRACK & FIELD Congratulations to everyone who participated in the Games of Texas! Great job!

Caden Feekes 1st Place 16U High Jump

Nathan Gutierrez 2nd Place 16U High Jump

Coach: Devin Rosas Tony Butler Golf Course 2640 South M St. Harlingen, TX 78550 Phone: 956-216-5970

Tony Butler Golf Course is a twenty-seven hole course complete with driving range, putting and chipping greens, snack bar and Pro Shop. The 18-hole course is a championship layout measuring 6,400 yards, par 71. The 9-hole course is a shorter course measuring 2,600 yards, par 35. Continuous paved cart paths have been installed on all 27 holes.