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CITCITYYOFIRVING.ORG MAY 2018 / VOL 25 / NO 5 CityofIrving.org A N OFFI C I AL P U BLI C A TION OF T H E CITY O F IR VING

FOOD, MUSIC ON THE MENU FOR TASTE OF IRVING

Everyone is invited to bring their hearty appetites to Taste of Irving’s fifth consecutive year. The culinary and music celebration will run from noon to 6 p.m. May 19 at Cimarron Park Recreation Center, 201 Red River Trail.

Visitors can sample a variety of music genres on multiple small stages. In addition to culinary stage demonstrations, the entertainment Irving PAL Kayaking Adventure schedule features a jazz stage, a blues stage and a Latin stage. The music will culminate with two Summer Activities Abound for performances on the main stage. Returning to the festival is a free children’s Irving Youth fun zone and more than 20 food vendors who will showcase their delicious cuisines. Each restaurant or vendor will sell samples for $5 Whether the interest is sports, arts or acting, the City of Irving is offering a or less. Admission and parking are free, and full slate of summer youth activities. a shuttle service will pick up and drop off attendees at Ranchview High School, 8401 E. Summer Splash Camp Fritz Park Petting Farm Valley Ranch Parkway. The Irving Parks and Recreation Department offers Open in June and July, the petting farm is free and full-time Summer Splash Camp programs in five sessions provides a peaceful setting where visitors can enjoy the Visit IrvingEvents.org for more information on of two weeks each. Children who have completed animals in a clean, well-shaded environment. A variety upcoming events. n kindergarten through those who just finished fifth grade of animals such as cows, horses, goats, sheep, chickens, are eligible for enrollment. The first session begins the turkeys, rabbits and even peacocks, live at the farm. The Monday after the school year ends. petting farm is not just fun — it is educational as well!

Summer Splash Camp is offered at six locations For more information, see page 5. throughout the city. Activities include swimming, arts and crafts, sports, video games and awesome twice-a-week field trips to places such as Six Flags Over Texas, Rangers baseball games, Main Event family entertainment centers and Medieval Times.

A valid Irving Parks and Recreation (IPAR) ID card is required for registration. Each session is $190 per camper, and session fees include all field trips, camp T-shirt, and morning and afternoon snacks. A free lunch SELENA TRIBUTE TO program is offered at all locations except Mustang Park INCLUDE ‘WASHING Recreation Center. For more information on registration, MACHINE CHALLENGE’ visit CityofIrving.org/Day-Camp. Summer Splash Camp Get ready to “Baila Esta Cumbia,” Irving! The Camp hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, Irving Arts Center Irving Concert Series is closing out the season excluding holidays. Interested parents are encouraged A full slate of summer art adventure camps for ages with a tribute to Selena, the queen of Tejano to register early. Call a neighborhood recreation center 4-16 are offered weekly by the Irving Arts Center from music. All-star tribute band Bidi Bidi Banda will for more information; see page 7 for a listing of all Irving June 4 through Aug. 10. This year’s Route 66-inspired perform at 7 p.m. May 18 at the Whistlestop recreation centers. theme promises the thrill of an epic road trip adventure Plaza, 123 W. Irving Blvd. — all while staying put at Irving Arts Center. Swimming Pools Selena is remembered for her music, her It is almost time to pull out the swimsuits: Summer pools Itineraries for traveling down the famed Route 66 will voice, her style and of course “The Washing and spray parks will open later this month. include adventures in visual arts, music, creative writing Machine.” Before the band takes the stage, and theatrical production — from set design and lighting the City of Irving wants fans young and old Irving has two aquatic centers — West Irving Aquatic to sound engineering and stage management. Taught by to show off their moves on social media and Center and Cimarron Family Aquatic Center — that professional art educators, Irving Arts Center’s summer get their “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom” going for the offer numerous amenities including locker rooms with camps are chock full of classes in the visual, literary “Washing Machine Challenge.” Upload a 5- to showers, water playgrounds, slides, zero-depth entry and performing arts. There is absolutely something for 10-second video clip showing off Selena’s pools, splash pools, concession stands and more. everyone. signature moves to Facebook or Twitter. Be sure to tag the City of Irving and use the hashtag Three outdoor seasonal pools also are available — Lee So buckle up ... registration is now open! See page 11 for #IrvingWashingMachineChallenge. The winner Park, Lively Park and Senter Park pools. more information and to see all other happenings at the will receive reserved VIP seating for two for the Irving Arts Center. show and two dinner vouchers. Swim classes are available at all pools. The Irving Police Athletic League For everyone planning to attend the show, In addition, North Lake Natatorium offers swim classes The Irving Police Athletic League (IPAL) is a national parking and admission are free. Visit for everyone and lifeguard classes for children 15 and 501(c)(3) nonprofit program whose primary objective is to CityofIrving.org/1267/Irving-Concert-Series for older. build healthy self-esteem through athletic activities. The more information. n IPAL is one of the nation’s most successful programs and For those 16 and older, lifeguard jobs are available offers boxing, wrestling, tennis, physical fitness classes, as well. Interested persons can apply online at summer soccer and basketball camps. CityofIrving.org or visit CityofIrving.org/Lifeguard for more information. Also during the summer, IPAL offers outdoor sports such as hunting, fishing, archery, canoeing, rock climbing For more details about the aquatic programs, see page 6. and mountain biking at no cost. Most IPAL programs are available to boys and girls ages 8 to 18.

For more information, visit IrvingPAL.org. n Bidi Bidi Banda IRVING CITY A N OFFI C I AL P U BLI C A TION OF T H E CITY O F IR VING

Irving City Council Election Candidates BUDGET HEARINGS SET City Council district places 4, 6 and 8 are up for election. Registered voters will cast their ballots during early voting FOR JUNE 8 AND 22 Monday, April 23 through Tuesday, May 1 and on Election Day, May 5. Places 4 and 8 candidates are unopposed for election to office this year and those two offices have had their elections canceled. Place 6 is a single-member district Planning for the city’s 2018–19 fiscal year and only registered voters living in the respective district may vote for these candidates. This year’s candidates are listed budget is underway. Residents have the below in ballot order. opportunity to provide input on the budget during upcoming public hearings. Comments Single-Member District Place 6 – Candidates seeking election are Shayan Elahi, Attorney, who has resided in the can be made to the City Council on any aspect territory for three years; and Albert Zapanta, President and CEO Planning, Inc., who has resided in the territory for of the budget including existing programs, new 12 years. service requests, taxes and fees. A district map, candidate information and Election Day voting Public input sessions are set for June 8 and locations are at CityofIrving.org/Elections. For more information, 22. Two additional hearings will be held to call the City Secretary’s Office at (972) 721-2493. comment on the proposed budget and tax rate following the budget retreat in August. Election Day – May 5: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Election Day Adoption of the budget is scheduled for polling locations are listed at CityofIrving.org/Elections. n Sept. 20. Public input also can be submitted on the city’s website through the public input form available under “Public Input” at CityofIrving.org. Información sobre Shayan Elahi Albert Zapanta Candidatos para la Elección All hearings are at 7 p.m. at City Hall, 825 W. Irving Blvd. The city’s budget year runs from Los curules distritales de los Lugares 4, 6 y 8 del concejo municipal están disponibles para la elección. Los votantes Oct. 1 to Sept. 30. Call the City Secretary’s registrados emitirán sus boletas durante las votaciones adelantadas desde el lunes 23 de abril hasta el martes 1 de mayo, y Office at (972) 721-2493 to confirm hearing el día de las elecciones el 5 de mayo. Los candidatos de los Lugares 4 y 8 no tienen contendientes para las elecciones de este dates. n año y se cancelarán sus elecciones. El lugar 6 es un distrito de un solo miembro y solo los votantes registrados que viven en el distrito respectivo pueden votar por esos candidatos. Los candidatos de este año se enumeran a continuación de acuerdo al orden de la boleta electoral.

Lugar 6 - Distrito de un solo miembro – Los candidatos que buscan ser elegidos son Shayan Elahi, Abogado, quien ha vivido en el territorio durante tres años y Albert Zapanta, Presidente y CEO de Planning, Inc., quien ha residido en el territorio durante 12 años.

Un mapa del distrito, información del candidato y lugares para votar durante el Día de la Elección se encuentran en la página web de la Ciudad de Irving cityofIrving.org/Elections. Para más información, llame a la Oficina de la Secretaría de la Ciudad al (972) 721-2493.

Día de Elecciones – 5 de mayo: 7 a.m. a 7 p.m. Los locales electorales del día de las elecciones se encuentran publicados en CityofIrving.org/Elections. n

City Polling Place Election Precincts May 5 Election Precinct No. Lugar del Distrito Número del MEMORIAL DAY No. del Distrito Electoral Electoral Distrito Cimarron Park CEREMONY Polling Places 2601, 2602, 2603, Recreation Center 1 2604, 2605 201 Red River Trail Honor Irving veterans at a Memorial Day Casillas Electrorales para Mustang Park Service hosted by the Veterans Memorial Park 4635, 4636, 4637, el de mayo Recreation Center 2 4645, 4647, 4664 Committee. 2223 Kinwest Parkway

May 27 | 2:30 p.m. Former Irving Central Library Auditorium 801 W. Irving Blvd.

After a patriotic musical performance by the Silvertones, a ceremony will be held at the Veterans Memorial Park at the Wall of Commemoration, 644 Rock Island Road. n

FREE PETS FOR MILITARY MAY 22-26

The Irving Animal Care Campus (IACC), 4140 Valley View Lane, is waiving adoption fees for pets adopted by military personnel May 22-26 Library Briefs Include Movies, Music and Magic to thank them for courageously serving the United States. May 3, 10, 17 and 31 | Expanded Food and Nutrition May 12 | Friends Annual Meeting: A Tribute to Elvis Education Series 1:30 p.m. | All ages | South Irving Library, 601 Schulze This special adoption offer is available to all 1:30 p.m. | East Branch Library, 440 S. Nursery Road Drive U.S. military — active duty and veterans ― with This free bilingual series presents nutrition classes and Elvis Presley tribute artist Jeff Mew celebrates the a valid military I.D. The IACC is open from recipe demonstrations. The program will help families life and legacy of the King of Rock and Roll during the 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and cook, make healthy and safe food choices, stretch Friends of the Irving Public Library Annual Meeting. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Adoptions must their grocery budgets, and stay physically active. The Listen to Presley’s most popular music, and enjoy be processed 30 minutes before closing. Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program is refreshments after a short presentation of the Friends’ presented by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, accomplishments. For more information, call (972) 721-2256 or the Texas A&M System and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. For more information, call (214) 688-0903. May 21 | Book Lover’s Happy Hour: A Whole New World visit CityofIrving.org/Animal-Services. n 7 p.m. | South Irving Library, 601 Schulze Drive May 3 and 17 | Trivia on the Patio Discuss books that have expanded the understanding of 7:30 p.m. May 3 – All About Birthdays; May 17 – Art and new cultures. Join in with different discussion themes Art History | West Irving Library, 4444 W. Rochelle Road | every other month. Adults and teens ages 16 and older Join fellow trivia-lovers for a friendly contest to see who May 26 | Summer Blast-Off Magic Show really knows it all, with topics ranging from world history 2:30 p.m. | West Irving Library, 4444 W. Rochelle Road to pop culture. Ready for a summer full of fun? Beat the heat with a fun magic show, crafts and treats. Call (972) 721-4612 for May 7 | Puddin’ Launch Party more information. 7 p.m. | South Irving Library, 601 Schulze Drive Celebrate Julie Murphy’s newest novel “Puddin.” Enjoy a Visit CityofIrving.org/Library for all of the library’s Q&A, signing time and an early “Puddin” release. upcoming activities.

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Celebrate World Cultures at Fifth JUNETEENTH Annual Canal Fest CELEBRATION For more than 23 years, the city has hosted a showcase one or more world continents, including Juneteenth event, commemorating the date Africa, Europe, Asia, and North and South America. The that Texans first learned of President Abraham festival will feature more than two dozen performers Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. Join the highlighting South American flamenco dance, Middle City of Irving and the West Irving Improvement Eastern belly dance, Polish folk dance and German Alpine Association from 4 to 7 p.m. June 16 at 3925 dance. This year, the event will feature African percussion Jackson St., for the 2018 celebration. ensemble the Drummers of Burundi, which was featured on the television show “Belgium’s Got Talent.” This year, the Texas Native Plant Garden, located at the Jackie Townsell Bear Creek The area surrounding each stage will feature food, Heritage Center, will serve as a backdrop for activities, children’s crafts, cultural displays and an outdoor art exhibit featuring Dallas artist vendors which represent their corresponding continent. Cultural Performance Guinn Powell. Artwork will vary in theme and Attendees can expect to sample Caribbean, Indian, will feature landscapes, abstracts and African- Irving is home to the most diverse ZIP code in the nation, Mexican, Cajun and Italian cuisine, as well as traditional American themed art. The garden contains 50 a magnitude of multicultural restaurants and more festival fare. Photo stations will be placed around the different plants that are native to Texas. than 50 spoken languages in its schools. Diversity is festival, and attendees are encouraged to dress in fundamental to the City of Irving, which is why this year’s clothing that represents their own heritage or culture. The celebration also will feature a free concert fifth annual Canal Fest is set to be the most exciting New to this year’s festival is several international and a community picnic sponsored by In-N-Out event to date. Canal Fest is a celebration of world museums displaying artifacts from their collections. Burger. Outdoor games and children activities cultures through dance, music, art and food. The event will be available. Residents are encouraged to runs from 2 to 10 p.m. June 9 at 501 E. Las Colinas Blvd. Admission and activities are free. Parking is available in bring lawn chairs and blankets for concerts. Due to road construction along Las Colinas Boulevard, area parking garages for $10 per vehicle. Attendees also the popular festival has been temporarily relocated a few are encouraged to ride the DART Orange Line to the Las June 16 | Event Schedule blocks south on Lake Carolyn. Colinas Urban Center Station. A free shuttle service will ● 4 to 5 p.m. – Meet the artist Guinn Powell at transport attendees to and from the station to the event. Texas Native Plant Garden, museum tours, Three performance stages will provide an immersive children’s games and community picnic. and interactive exploration of culture. Each stage will For more information, visit IrvingEvents.org. n ● 5 to 6 p.m. – Main Stage gospel music performances. ● 6 to 7 p.m. – Main Stage performance featuring All Funk Radio Show Band. Teen Summer Field Trip Fun For more information, call (972) 721-2501. n Teens can enjoy fun area attractions by registering for one of the weekly field trips sponsored by Lively Pointe Youth Center. With a variety of trip options, teens can test their skills at indoor rock climbing, learn about the history of video gaming, cheer on the Texas Rangers or discover the unique sport of whirlyball.

Trips are scheduled each Tuesday throughout the summer, beginning June 5, except for July 18. The field trip series is open to youth, ages 12-17, and transportation is provided. Spaces are limited; Six Flags registration begins May 29. Trip fee is $10 each. Payment for field trips must be made at the time of Artist Guinn Powell Field Trip Series Schedule registration; space is limited. Participants must arrive 15 June 5 | Six Flags Over Texas, Arlington minutes prior to departure for field trip. Staff does not June 12 | Mansfield Paintball Adventure Park, Mansfield* condone disrespectful or illegal behavior. Parents will be (bring sack lunch) notified of children who have behavior problems during SUMMER NUTRITION June 19 | Jump Street, Dallas field trips. In serious cases, parents may be required to June 26 | Texas Rangers vs. San Diego Padres pick up child from field trip location, and/or child may be PROGRAM July 3 | National Videogame Museum and Stonebriar denied from attending future field trips. Irving’s Parks and Recreation Department will Mall, Frisco provide healthy diet options to complement the July 10 | WhirlyBall*/Pizza Buffet Field trips are subject to change due to weather or other schedule of exciting summer camp activities July 18 | Dyno-Rock Climbing Center*/West Aquatics unforeseen circumstances. Interested participants may at five recreation centers (Cimarron, Georgia (bring sack lunch) sign up online or in person at Lively Pointe Youth Center, Farrow, Lee Park, Northwest Park and Senter *Trip requires a parental waiver to be completed prior to 909 N. O’Connor Road. For more information, call Park). Lively Pointe only will serve afternoon departure. (972) 721-8090. n snacks. The program is offered in cooperation with Irving Independent School District (IISD), Texas Department of Agriculture and a federal grant funded by the U.S. Department of Summer Splash Camp Registration Continues Agriculture.

City recreation centers will continue registration for the Summer Splash Youth, ages 18 or younger, are eligible to Camp as space allows. Five, two-week sessions will be offered beginning: participate in the program. Lunch preparation ● June 4 | Georgia Farrow, Lee, Northwest and Senter recreation centers and delivery will be administered by IISD ● June 11 | Mustang and Cimarron recreation centers Monday through Friday. Hot and cold meals include one meat, two vegetables/fruit, bread Campers will participate in gym games, arts and crafts, and field trips in a and milk. For more information, supervised environment. Snacks and lunch will be provided daily, except call a recreation center. n at Mustang Recreation Center. Camp hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The cost for each session is $190 per child. Parents can reserve a spot with a $20 non-refundable deposit for each session or can pay in full at the time of registration. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis and will remain open until sessions are full at each center. Call a neighborhood recreation center for more information. n

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City Facilities, Fields Available for Special Events, Sporting Activities

Aquatic Facility Rentals Cabana Rentals $2 walk-in rate for all other times. For youth, ages 14-17, Residents can reserve aquatic facilities to add a little For residents looking for shade, there are cabanas there is a $1 walk-in fee for nonprime-time slots. splash to the next family event or social gathering. Make available for rent at Cimarron Family Aquatic Center reservations in person with the Parks and Recreation (199 Red River Trail) and West Irving Aquatic Center Softball Fields Department at City Hall, 825 W. Irving Blvd. Payment is (3701 Conflans Road). Each cabana provides protection Adult softball practice fields may be reserved by calling required at time of reservation. from the sun, as well as tables and seating for 16 people. (972) 721-2656 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. weekdays. Rentals begin at noon, and are available in two-hour Fields are available free of charge to registered Irving Cimarron Family Aquatic Center – 199 Red River Trail (Up increments up to four hours per day. adult softball teams. Nonregistered teams, companies to 100 people). Mornings only. ● Noon to 8 p.m., Monday-Saturday or individuals may reserve the fields for a fee of $20 West Irving Aquatic Center – 3701 Conflans Road ● Noon to 6 p.m., Sundays per hour (residents) and $30 per hour (nonresidents). ● 10 a.m. to noon (Sat. and Sun.) $300 ● $10/hour, two-hour minimum Reservations must be made during the same week as the ● 8 to 10 p.m. (Fri. and Sat.) $400 desired practice. Racquetball Courts Reservations for racquetball courts can be made one Tennis Courts day in advance per membership by calling Lee Park Tennis courts are available throughout the city and open Recreation Center at (972) 721-2508 or Senter Park to Irving residents on a first-come, first-served basis Recreation Center at (972) 721-2641 from unless recreation centers have tennis classes in session. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The fees are as follows: Courts are located at Cimarron, Nichols, Northwest, ● Annual individual pass – $25 Senter and Sunrise parks. Tennis classes are offered at ● Annual family pass – $50 Cimarron, Northwest and Senter Park recreation centers. ● Quarterly individual pass – $10 In addition, Irving High School also allows public use of its ● Quarterly family pass – $15 tennis courts (1-6) when not in district use.

There is a walk-in rate of $4 for the prime-time period For more information, call the Parks and Recreation Cabana Rental of 5:15 to 9:45 p.m. Monday through Friday. There is a Department at (972) 721-2501. n

SUMMER POOL PARTIES PLANNED FOR TEENS

Middle and high school students are invited to create fun memories with friends at Poolside Teen Jam events planned this summer. Hosted by Lively Pointe Youth Center, the Teen Jams combine music, food, friends and water into a party atmosphere. Admission is free for students with a valid IPAR card or school ID. In case of inclement weather, the Splash Jam will be canceled, except at Lively Park pool, where Patriotic Parade the event will be moved inside the adjacent Fireworks recreation center.

Poolside Teen Jam Schedule Irving Honors Independence Day ● June 23 | 7 to 11 p.m. | Lively Park Pool, 915 N. O’Connor Road with Patriotic Parade, Fireworks ● July 14 | 7 to 11 p.m. | Senter Park Pool, 901 S. Senter Road This year, the annual parade will begin at 9 a.m. July 4 in downtown Irving and will loop around Irving Boulevard beginning ● Aug. 4 | 7 to 11 p.m. | West Irving Aquatic at Sowers Road. The parade will be followed with a concert and free watermelon in Heritage Park, 217 Main St. The Center, 3701 Conflans Road concert will feature The Texas Gypsies. The theme of the Independence Day Celebration is “Continued Commitment to Our Troops.” Parade coordinators are challenging the community to depict parade floats that honor American heroes and historic accomplishments. The parade entry form is available below and online at IrvingEvents.org. Entry form deadline is June 22. All participants are required to submit a parade waiver, which also is available online.

Concert and Fireworks The evening concert and fireworks begin at 6 p.m. at 501 E. Las Colinas Blvd. The celebration features popular DJ Chris Brown and a performance by The Argyles, a talented dance band led by Tje Austin, a finalist on NBC’s “The Voice.” The Fun Zone offers free water attractions, including an obstacle course, giant slip-n-slide and water slide, as well as dry attractions. Swim attire is not required, but do not forget a towel. The event also includes a large food court. New this year, the grand finale fireworks display will be shot from a barge in Lake Carolyn. Do not miss this special show, seen only in Irving at 9:30 p.m. Event parking is $10 at participating area parking garages; admission is free.

For more information, visit IrvingEvents.org. n

Entry form due June 22. Mail completed forms to: CITY OF IRVING Undecorated entries will not be permitted in parade. Parks and Recreation Department Entry Form Attn: Parade Entry 825 W. Irving Blvd. A mandatory parade participant meeting will be held at 6 p.m. June 27 at City Hall, 825 W. Irving Blvd. Irving, TX 75060

Organization______Contact Name______Mailing Address______ZIP______Daytime Phone Cell phone______Email ______

Would you like your float to be judged? ❍ Yes ❍ No

Mark preferred judging category. Entries will be judged in one category. All parade entries must be decorated. ❍ Best Float ❍ Most Unique Vehicle – go-carts, ❍ Best Marching/Walking Unit ❍ Commercial – businesses trolleys, trains, antiques, etc. ❍ Best Music – bands, choirs, etc. ❍ Noncommercial – churches, ❍ Best Costume ❍ Most Patriotic residents, civic groups, etc.

Is music included with your entry? ❍ Yes ❍ No Type of patriotic music: ❍ Recorded ❍ Live

FLOAT CLASSIFICATION: Check what best describes your entry. ❍ Truck and Trailer Unit ❍ Vehicle Unit ❍ Marching/Walking Unit ❍ Canine Cruiser: Dog on leash; limit two (dogs) or dog riding in convertible or truck ❍ Other – not one of the above-mentioned classifications (No horses permitted.)

TOTAL LENGTH OF ENTRY: Check what best describes your entry. ❍ Less than 15 feet ❍ 15 feet ❍ 25 feet ❍ 35 feet ❍ 45 feet ❍ 60 feet ❍ Other

QUANTITY: Include approximate numbers. People Cars Trucks Trailers Canines/Dogs (Limit two)

EMCEE INFORMATION: On a separate sheet, list four facts about your entry. Print or type.

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Recreation Centers Host Fun Events, Activities

Cimarron Recreation Center ● May 4 | Run-a-Mile Day DRAGON BOAT, KITE, 201 Red River Trail, (972) 910-0702 4:30 to 6 p.m. | Open to public | Free LANTERN FESTIVAL ● May 11 | Mother’s Day Pampering Join family and friends for a National Run-a-Mile Day 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. event that promotes the message that running can be May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month Treat mom to a day of discounted spa services for just fun and is an important aspect of overall health, fitness — a celebration of Asians and Pacific Islanders $5 each. Options include a haircut, style, manicure and well-being. Giveaways and refreshments included. in the United States. Irving residents can enjoy or massage. Food and child care will be provided for ● May 12 | Teen Jam an opportunity to celebrate Asian culture registered participants. Space is limited. Registration 7 to 11 p.m. | Middle and high school students | Free during the annual DFW Dragon Boat, Kite and deadline is May 9. admission with a valid IPAR card Lantern Festival at the Las Colinas Urban Center ● June 16 | Father’s Day Kite Flying Come enjoy an evening of music, games and open gym. along the shores of Lake Carolyn from 8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. to noon | $5 per child Complimentary pizza and soda will be provided. to 6 p.m. May 20. Invite fathers out for a day of family fun and celebration ● May 31 | End of School Bash at Campion Trail’s Sam Houston Park. Dads can help 1 to 4 p.m. | Middle and high school students | Free Lake Carolyn’s surrounding skies will be filled their children build and fly a kite in the park. Advance admission with a valid IPAR card with colorful kites, while exciting dragon boat registration is required. Kick off the summer with some food, games and fun. races, cultural performances, a lantern festival, Activities include outdoor games and attractions, traditional Asian cuisine, arts and crafts and Georgia Farrow Recreation Center henna tattoos, air-brush art and refreshments. more will be made available for attendees to 530 Davis Drive, (972) 721-2519 enjoy. ● May 10 | Mother’s Day Pampering Mustang Park Recreation Center 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Free 2223 Kinwest Parkway, (972) 556-1334 Dragon boat racing originated in China Mothers can enjoy a day of pampering and light snacks ● May 11 | Annual Cookout and Campfire more than 2,000 years ago and is a growing in a relaxing and soothing environment for mind, body 7 to 10 p.m. | $5 per person sporting phenomenon across the United and soul. Free child care will be provided if needed. Mingle with family, friends and neighbors. Staff will be States. The annual DFW Dragon Boat, Kite Registration deadline is May 4. serving cheeseburgers, veggie burgers and soft drinks and Lantern Festival is hosted by the Marco in the park. Afterwards, guests can make s’mores by a Polo World Foundation. Admission is free. Heritage Senior Center real campfire and rock out to the karaoke DJ. Do not Visit DFWDragonBoatFestival.com for more 200 S. Jefferson St., (972) 721-2496 forget to bring a lawn chair. information. n ● May 18 | Let’s Live Healthy Expo 9 a.m. to noon | Ages 50 and older | Free Northwest Park Recreation Center A variety of vendors will be on-site to provide 2800 Cheyenne St., (972) 721-2529 information, screenings and answers to issues common ● June 2 | Family Fishing Day among seniors. Door prizes will be awarded. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Free Bring the family outdoors for a fishing event at CELEBRATING Lee Park Recreation Center Northwest Park Pond, which will be stocked with CHILDREN’S DAY 3000 Pamela Drive, (972) 721-2508 channel catfish. Participants ages 17 and older must AT THE THEATER ● May 18 | Water Balloon Bash have a valid fishing license. Concessions will be 3:30 to 6 p.m. | Children in grades K-5 | $5 per child available for sale. At 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. June 19 at the Irving Come enjoy playing water games and run relays with Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., La Theatre water-filled balloons. Bring a change of clothes and Senter Park Recreation Center de Marionette presents Dorothy’s magical wear water shoes. Registration deadline is May 9. 901 S. Senter Road, (972) 721-2641 journey to the Land of Oz. “The Wizard of Oz” ● June 1 | Glow in the Dark Party ● May 7 | Cinco de Mayo is sure to delight as Dorothy and her little dog, 2 to 5 p.m. | Ages 13-17 | $5 per person 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Free Toto, get swept into the Land of Oz by a cyclone. Come dance and sing with glow sticks to light the way. Residents are invited to participate in this family The show is rated (G) for “great for all audience Light refreshments will be served to celebrate the end event that provides awareness and education to the ages.” Admission is free but tickets are needed of the school year. Registration deadline is May 23. community through music, art, food and multicultural and will be made available one hour before show experiences. Activities will include vendor exhibits, time. No advance tickets will be offered, and the Lively Pointe Youth Center children’s activities and Mexican folklóric dance event is on a first-come, first-served basis.n 909 N. O’Connor Road, (972) 721-8090 performances.

2018 SUMMER GAMES

Fritz Park Petting Farm to Open June 1 Youth, ages 11-17, will enjoy competing in this The Fritz Park Petting Farm offers an ideal setting for A birthday room is available for parties of 10 to 12 two-week, Olympic-style Summer Games. From people of all ages to learn about farming and farm children from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Cost is water volleyball to basketball, and team sports animals. For more than 30 years, Fritz Park has been the $25. Call (972) 721-2501 for a list of available dates. Party to one-on-one activities, there is a competition place to experience farm life, including hands-on contact reservations must be made in person at the for everyone. During practices, participants with an assortment of animals — from sheep and goats Parks and Recreation office at City Hall, will learn various sports techniques such as to chickens, horses, ducks and rabbits. 825 W. Irving Blvd. To plan a exercises that increase strength and endurance, special Pony Party, call as well as lessons in teamwork that will help The petting farm, located at 312 Vilbig St., will be open (972) 579-1319. In addition, lead them to victory. Each recreation center will June 1-July 31. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday reservations for group tours will be represented by an official Summer Games through Saturday and from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday. The be accepted beginning June 7. team. Medals will be given to winners. All levels petting farm is closed on Mondays. There is no admission For more information or to of play are welcome. For more information, call charge for visitors to the farm. The entrance is located at make a reservation, call (972) 721-2501. the Red Barn in the center of the park. (972) 721-2501. n Week 1 – Team Sports July 23 – Irving High School Tennis 9 a.m.

July 23 – Lively Pointe Chess/Dominoes 1 p.m. July 24 – Senter Park Table Tennis 9 a.m. July 25 – Lively Pointe/ Indoor Soccer 10 a.m. Summer Athletic Opportunities Senter Park July 26 – West Irving Water Volleyball 9 a.m. Following are cosponsored sports organizations in Irving. Aquatic Center 7-on-7 Flag July 27 – Trinity View Park 9 a.m. ● Adult Softball Association of Irving. Offers slow pitch ● Irving Gymnastics Association. Offers summer Football softball leagues in the spring, summer and fall for ages camps and classes to participants ages 3-18 at the 18 and older. Call Ricky Frick at (214) 558-7740; email Irving Gymnastics Center at Irving High School, Week 2 – Individual Sports [email protected]; or visit IrvingSoftball.com. 900 N. O’Connor Road. For more information, visit July 30 – Trinity View Park Kickball 9 a.m. IrvingGymnastics.net or call (972) 721-2344. ● Irving Basketball Association. Provides recreational July 31 – Senter Park Volleyball 10 a.m. basketball for ages 6-12. Registration begins in the ● Irving Soccer Association. Provides soccer for boys Aug. 1 – Lee Park Dodgeball 10:30 a.m. fall; season is January-April. Call (972) 409-6288 or visit and girls ages 3-19. For details, call (972) 273-2280; email [email protected]; or visit IrvingSoccer.org. Aug. 2 – Mustang/Cimarron IrvingBasketballAssociation.org for more information. Youth Basketball 10 a.m. parks ● Irving Boys Baseball Association. Offers recreational ● Miracle League of Irving. Offers baseball/softball Aug. 3 – Georgia Farrow/ baseball for ages 3-14. Contact Jeremy Thorn at for special needs individuals ages 4 and older. Email Teen Basketball 10 a.m. Northwest Park (972) 505-9995, or visit IrvingBoysBaseball.com for [email protected] or contact Vicki Yanez at more information. (214) 202-3064. All event times, dates and locations are subject to change. Confirm prior to the event. ● Irving Boys Football Association. Recreational ● North Texas Cricket Association. Offers leagues football for ages 4-12 and adults who want to through the following Irving Cricket groups. For more volunteer. Email [email protected] or visit information, contact: IrvingBoysFootball.org for more information. Irving Cricket Club – Contact Fuzail Chaudhry at ● Irving Disc Sports Association. Organizer of disc golf (469) 826-7888 or visit IrvingCricket.com. tournaments. Email [email protected]. Lone Star Cricket Club – Contact Carl Samsir at ● Irving Girls Cheerleader Association. Open to ages (214) 454-5886. 3-18. Offers recreational and competitive cheerleading Metroplex Cricket Club – Contact Jignesh Desai at and dance. Call Sabrina Ragland at (214) 437-9155; (720) 278-5976, or [email protected]. email [email protected]; or visit ● Senior Softball and Volleyball. Leagues are available LeagueLineup.com/IGCA. for men ages 55 and older and women ages 40 and ● Irving Girls Softball League. Organized fast-pitch older. For more information, call (972) 790-2739. softball play for ages 4-18. Visit IGSL-Softball.org or email [email protected]. For more information about any of these organizations, call (972) 721-2501. n

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AQUATIC PROGRAMS

Summer Sharks Swim Team Join the Summer Sharks Swim Team for fun June 4 -July 23 at Cimarron Aquatic Center, Lee Park pool and North Lake Natatorium. Team workouts emphasize the four competitive strokes, racing techniques and swimming endurance. This program is open to children ages 6 and older who are able to swim 50 yards, demonstrate deep water safety skills, and effectively participate in a team-coached Aquatic Center Spray Park environment. Cost is $70. Sign up at North Lake Natatorium or any practice site, or call (469) 446-0201 for more details. Stay Cool this Summer with City Summer Swim Lessons Saves Lives Learn great skills to get ready for trips to the beach, a day on the water at a lake, or to keep Pools, Aquatic Centers, Spray Parks children safe. Irving has great neighborhood pools and welcoming aquatics staff. Fun for City aquatic facilities will observe the following hours Wednesday and Friday. Joint mobility class for people the whole family — learning to swim is an during the weekends of May 26-28 and June 1-3. with arthritis. investment that lasts a lifetime. ● Senior Gold – 9:15 to 10:10 a.m. Monday, Wednesday May 26-28: and Friday. Find the Right Class ● Aquatic facilities and spray parks open from noon ● Forever Young – 10:15 to 11:10 a.m. Monday, Mom-and-Tot – A great way to begin a lifetime to 7 p.m. Wednesday and Friday. of swimming. Parent and child work together in the water on foundation water skills. June 2-3: Lee Park Pool PreK – Designed for 3- and 4-year-olds and is ● Spray parks open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. 3000 Pamela Drive, (972) 721-2585 limited to four students for extra attention. ● Aquatic centers open from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday ● Open Swim – 1 to 8 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday; 1 to and Sunday. 5 p.m. Friday; 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Closed Learn to Swim (LTS) Level 1 – New swimmers, ● Seasonal pools closed June 2; open from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. ages 4-6, learn to go under the water and basic June 3. ● Sharks Summer Swim Team – 11 a.m. to noon. water safety skills. Monday-Friday. LTS Level 2 – Beginner students, ages 5-7, All aquatic facilities will be closed May 29-June 1. Regular ● Family Night – 6 p.m. each Friday during the season. learn how to swim horizontal in the water and summer hours for all aquatic facilities begins June 4. A legal guardian or family member, ages 18 and older, to breathe while swimming. Perfect for dog must accompany participants ages 17 and younger. paddlers. Outdoor Aquatic Centers LTS Level 3 – Learn to turn head to breathe and Daily Pass Seasonal Pass Lively Park Pool swim 3 yards independently, ages 7 and above 3 and younger Free Youth (4-17) $25 909 N. O’Connor Road, (972) 253-3268 with previous lessons. Designed for a child that ● Open Swim – 1 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Friday; 1 to Youth (4-17) $2 Adult (18-54) $50 can raise his/her head up out of the water while 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; closed Wednesday and Adult (18-54) $3 Family (Irving residents only) $100 swimming. Thursday. Nonresident $8 LTS Level 4 – For advanced swimmers who ● Family Night – 6 p.m. each Monday during the season. want to learn different swimming strokes. Seniors (55-up) Free A legal guardian or family member, ages 18 and older, must accompany participants ages 17 and younger. Adult Classes – It’s never too late to learn to Cimarron Family Aquatic Center ● Senior Swim – 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, swim, and no better time than now. Adult swim 199 Red River Trail, (972) 721-6556 Tuesday and Friday. Ages 50 and older. classes are for ages 14 and older. ● Open Swim – noon to 8 p.m. Monday-Sunday. Special Needs – While not a swimming lesson, ● Lap Swim – 7 to 9 a.m. Monday-Friday; 6 to 8 p.m. Senter Park Pool this program allows opportunities for children Tuesday and Thursday. 901 S. Senter Road, (972) 253-3809 with special challenges to experience guided ● Sharks Summer Swim Team – 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. ● Open Swim – 1 to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 1 to movement and exercise in a new environment. Monday-Friday. 5 p.m. Wednesday; 1 to 5 p.m. Monday; 1 to 7 p.m. Private Lessons – Create a custom class to Saturday and Sunday. Closed Monday and Tuesday. accelerate learning or work on a particular skill. West Irving Aquatic Center ● Family Night – 6 p.m. each Wednesday during the season. A legal guardian or family member, age 18 Water Aerobics – This class is a way to begin or 3701 Conflans Road, (972) 721-2325 add some variety to an exercise program. Water ● Open Swim – noon to 8 p.m. Monday-Sunday. and older, must accompany participants ages 17 and aerobics can be ideal for a low-impact exercise ● AquaStars – 10 a.m. to noon July 14 and Aug. 11 younger. or injury recovery. (Regular admission fee). ● Lap Swim – 7 to 9 a.m. Monday-Friday. Spray Park Hours How to Register Northwest Spray Park Registration for summer swim lessons and Indoor Aquatic Centers/Seasonal Pools 2800 Cheyenne St. water aerobics is open. Register and pay online Daily Pass Seasonal Pass ● Open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. via credit card at SoggyZoggy.com or register 3 and younger Free Youth (4-17) $8 (Closed Tuesday) in person, with cash or check, at North Lake Youth (4-17) $1 Adult (18-54) $12 Natatorium or Heritage Aquatic Center. Also Southwest Spray Park Adult (18-54) $1.50 Family (Irving residents only) $25 register during summer hours at Senter and 2800 Shady Grove Road Lee pools. Seniors (50-up) Free ● Open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Closed Monday) Cimarron Family Aquatic Center, 199 Red Heritage Aquatic Center – River Trail Closed for renovation May 31-early August Spray Parks will be open from noon to 7 p.m. May 26-28. Classes will be offered on Monday, Wednesday Morning classes will be moved to Senter Pool. Regular operating hours will begin June 2. and Friday evenings. Classes available: LTS 200 S. Jefferson St., (972) 721-7310 Levels: 1, 2, 3, 4, Mom-and-Tots, and adult. Classes are $20 per month or $2 per visit. For summer hours and additional information, visit Heritage Aquatic Center, 200 S. Jefferson St. ● Arthri-cize (18 and older) – 8:15 to 9:10 a.m. Monday, CityofIrving.org/Aquatics or call (972) 721-2501. n Closed for renovation May 31-early August.

Lee Park Pool, 3000 Pamela Drive Classes offered on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings; Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Classes available: LTS AquaStars Swim Program Levels: 1, 2, 3, 4, PreK and adult. This program allows children with special needs, along with their families and guardians, to safely enjoy access to a premier city swimming facility. Lively Park Pool, 909 N. O’Connor Road An adult or guardian must accompany participants. Pool features include Open swim for seniors, ages 50 and older, an accessible ramp, accessible chair lift and water chair. AquaStars will be offered Monday, Tuesday and Friday from held from 10 a.m. to noon on July 14 and Aug. 11 at the West Irving 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Aquatic Center during the summer. Cost is $1 for ages 4-17 and $1.50 for ages 18-50. For more information, call (972) 721-7311. n North Lake Natatorium, 5001 N. MacArthur Blvd. Classes offered on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings; Monday through Wednesday evenings. Classes available: LTS Levels: 1, 2, 3, 4, Mom-and-Tots, Senter Pool Summer Youth Pass Special Offer PreK and adult. Register in person for Senter Pool swim lessons at any North Lake Natatorium, 5001 N. MacArthur Blvd. Senter Park Pool, 901 S. Senter Road registration location. Then bring the receipt to Senter ● 5:30 to 6:30 a.m. Classes offered on Wednesday, Thursday Pool during regular operating hours and receive one free Monday-Friday and Friday mornings; Tuesday and Thursday 2018 Summer Youth Pass. ● 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. evenings. Classes available: LTS Levels: 1, 2, 3, 4, Monday-Friday PreK and adult. Open Swim Hours ● 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Heritage Aquatic Center, 200 S. Jefferson St. – Through Tuesday, Thursday May 30, Closed for renovation May 31-early August. and Friday For more information on the Learn to Swim ● 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Friday ● 1 to 5 p.m. program, class session dates and times, visit   ● 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Saturday SoggyZoggy.com or call (972) 756-0860. n  ● 5 to 9 p.m. Friday ● 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday

P. 6 MAY 2018 2018 Summer Guide

Fitness Memberships Available at Local Recreation Centers Consider a membership at one of the weight rooms ● Family Rates – $35/per month, $95/3 months, See the map and listing below for locations and contact at Cimarron, Georgia Farrow, Heritage, Lee, Mustang, $170/6 months, $300/year information. For more information, call the Parks and Northwest or Senter recreation centers. When combined ● Seniors (50 and older) pay half price Recreation Department at (972) 721-2501. n with aerobic exercises, weight training can increase strength, bone density and muscle mass. Facilities Georgia Farrow Recreation Center feature free weights, universal weight machines and a ● Individual Rates – $15/per month, $35/3 months, variety of cardio equipment. $60/6 months, $100/year ● Family Rates – $30/per month, $70/3 months, To purchase a membership for one of the weight rooms, $120/6 months, $200/year participants must be at least 18 years old to purchase ● Seniors (50 and older) pay half price an individual membership, 16 years old with a parent in attendance, and present a valid IPAR ID card at the time Heritage Senior Center (ages 50 and older) of purchase. ● Individual Rates – $7.50/per month, $17.50/3 months, $27.50/6 months, $50/year Cimarron, Lee, Mustang, Northwest and Senter Recreation centers Lively Pointe Youth Center ● Individual Rates – $25/per month, $65/3 months, ● Free fitness room membership for valid IPAR ID card $110/6 months, $200/year holders ages 16-18 with a signed consent form.

RECREATION CENTERS Recreation Center Locations AND POOLS RED RIVER TR. 1. Cimarron Park Recreation Center – 1 201 Red River Trail, (972) 910-0702 Cimarron Family Aquatic Center – 199 Red River Trail, (972) 721-6556 2 KINWEST PKWY. 2. Mustang Park Recreation Center – 2223 Kinwest Parkway, (972) 556-1334 LEGEND

3. North Lake Aquatic Center – 3 MACARTHUR BLVD. POOL/AQUATIC CENTER 5001 N. MacArthur Blvd., (972) 756-0860 WALNUT HILL LANE RECREATION CENTER 4. *Houston Recreation Center – 4 3033 Country Club Drive, (972) 721-2670 COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE SPRAY PARK 5. Lee Park Recreation Center – 3000 Pamela Drive, (972) 721-2508 NORTHGATE DRIVE LEE PARK DRIVE Lee Park Pool – (972) 721-2585 5 O’CONNOR ROAD

6. Northwest Park Recreation Center and Spray Park ESTERS ROAD – 2800 Cheyenne St., (972) 721-2529 ROCHELLE ROAD ANDERSON ST. 7. Georgia Farrow Recreation Center – STORY ROAD 530 Davis Drive, (972) 721-2519 6 West Irving Aquatic Center – 3701 Conflans Road, (972) 721-2325 8. Lively Pointe Youth Center – S.H. 183 AIRPORT FRWY. 909 N. O’Connor Road, (972) 721-8090 UNION BOWER 9 PIONEER DRIVE 8 Lively Park Pool – (972) 253-3268 CONFLANS ROAD 9. *Austin Recreation Center –

DAVIS DRIVE DAVIS 7 825 E. Union Bower Road, (972) 721-2659 ROCK ISLAND ROAD

JACKSON ST. CRANDALL ROAD 10. Heritage Senior Center – 200 S. Jefferson St., (972) 721-2496 MACARTHUR BLVD. IRVING BLVD. IRVING HEIGHTS Heritage Aquatic Center – (972) 721-7310 BELT LINE ROAD 10 4TH ST. JEFFERSON ST. 11. Senter Park Recreation Center – SIXTH ST. OHIO ST. SENTER ROAD STORY ROAD 901 S. Senter Road, (972) 721-2641 LOOP 12 NINTH ST. Senter Park Pool – (972) 253-3809 11 12. Southwest Spray Park – 2800 Shady Grove Road SHADY GROVE ROAD *Denotes part-time facility; hours vary. 12

Parks and Recreation Department Registration Form Facility Session/Year LIFEGUARD JOB Are you a new customer to any Irving recreation facility? ❍ Yes ❍ No OPPORTUNITIES Are you a new customer to this facility? ❍ Yes ❍ No Become a lifeguard for Irving. The city is Adult Name D.O.B. ❍ ❍ M F currently hiring for year-round and seasonal Child Name D.O.B. ❍ M ❍ F jobs. These employment opportunities are Address City State ZIP available to Red Cross-certified lifeguards, ages Home Phone Cell 16 and older. Email Training Available Emergency Contact Primary Phone While certified lifeguards are welcome to Any medical problem the recreation center should know about? apply, those needing certification can take a lifeguarding class and become certified in SESSION A PROGRAMS Red Cross (Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR and AED). CLASS DAY TIME FEE RECEIPT # Register for lifeguard classes at North Lake 1. $ Natatorium or call (972) 756-0860. 2. $ 3. $ Application Process Red Cross-certified individuals, as well as 4. $ candidates with pending certification, are 5. $ encouraged to apply. New hires must be 6. $ available for orientation. SESSION B PROGRAMS CLASS DAY TIME FEE RECEIPT # Interested persons can apply online at CityofIrving.org or visit CityofIrving.org/ 1 $ Lifeguard for more information. n 2. $ 3. $ 4. $ 5. $ 6. $

I/We hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, agents and administrators waive and release any and all rights claims for damages I may have against the City of Irving and its respective agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered in connection with this facility.

Parent/Guardian Signature: Effective Date of Agreement:

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City of Irving Parks and Recreation Classes Registration is at 6 p.m. May 29 at all full-time and school recreation centers. Classes begin June 4 and end July 28.

CIMARRON PARK RECREATION CENTER / 201 Red River Trail / (972) 910-0702 GEORGIA FARROW RECREATION CENTER AT WEST PARK / 530 Davis Drive / (972) 721-2519 Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri : 6 a.m.–10 p.m. / Tue, Thu : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m. / Hours: Mon–Fri : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Sun : 1–5 p.m. DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE PRESCHOOL CLASSES TODDLER & PRESCHOOL CLASSES Mon 9 a.m.-noon Starkidz Preschool Academy (M-F) 3-6 TBA Mon 9:15-10:15 a.m. Messy Playtime 3-6 $5 9:15-10 a.m. Preschool Bowling 3-6 $2 10 :15-11 a.m. Zoo Animals Coloring and Learning 3-6 -0- 10-10:45 a.m. Color By Numbers 3-6 $2 11 a.m.-noon Cupcake Creations 3-6 $5 11-11:45 a.m. Money Counting 3-6 $2 noon-1 p.m. Story Time 3-6 -0- Tue 9:15-10 a.m. Matching and Identifying 3-6 $2 Tue 9:15-10 a.m. Preschool Soccer 3-6 -0- 10-10:45 a.m. Writing Skills 3-6 $2 10-11 a.m. Playground Fun 3-6 -0- 11-11:45 a.m. Big Wheel Race Course 3-6 $2 11 a.m.-noon Preschool Sports Hour 3-6 -0- Wed 9:15-10 a.m. Preschool Putt Putt 3-6 $2 noon-1 p.m. Summer Crafts 3-6 $5 10-10:45 a.m. ABCs and 123s 3-6 $2 Wed 9:15-10 a.m. Puzzle Time 3-6 -0- 11-11:45 a.m. Gym Mania 3-6 $2 10-11 a.m. Mom and Aqua Tots 0-2 $10 Thu 9:15-10 a.m. Puzzle Time 3-6 $2 10-11 a.m. Construction Paper Crafts 3-6 $5 10-10:45 a.m. Preschool Math 3-6 $2 11 a.m.-noon Sidewalk Chalk Creations 3-6 $5 11-11:45 a.m. T-Ball Skills 3-6 $2 noon-1 p.m. Preschool Origami 3-6 -0- Fri 9:15-10 a.m. Building Lego’s 3-6 $2 Thu 9:15-10:15 a.m. ABCs and 123s 3-6 -0- 10-10:45 a.m. Shapes and Colors 3-6 $2 10 :15-11 a.m. Preschool Basketball 3-6 -0- YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES 11 a.m.-noon Paper Bag Puppets 3-6 $5 Mon 2-3 p.m. Fuse Beads Creation 6-12 $5 Fri 9:15-10 a.m. Finger Puppets 3-6 $5 2-4 p.m. Summer Games Basketball 14-17 -0- 9 :15-11 a.m. Mom and Tots Adventure 0-2 $10 4-5 p.m. Teen Workout 14-17 $5 10-11 a.m. Paper Crafts 3-6 $5 5-6 p.m. Laser Tag 11-17 -0- 11 a.m.-noon Gym Social 3-6 -0- 7-8 p.m. Study Skills 7-up -0- noon-1 p.m. Little Chefs 3-6 $5 8-9 p.m. Music Jam Session 13-up $5 Sat 9:15-10 a.m. Preschool Fitness 3-6 -0- Tue 2-4 p.m. Summer Games Soccer 11-17 -0- 10-11 a.m. Coloring Fun 3-6 -0- 2-4 p.m. One Act Play (T and Th) 6-17 -0- 11 a.m.-noon Preschool Games 3-6 -0- 5-6 p.m. Summer Games Kickball 11-17 -0- YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES 6:15-7 p.m. Ping the Ball 16-up -0- Mon 3-4 p.m. Fuse Bead Design 6-12 -0- 7-8 p.m. Intro to Drawing 14-up $5 4-5 p.m. Popsicle Stick Crafts 6-12 $5 9-9:45 p.m. Art Critique 10-up -0- 5-6 p.m. Arts and Crafts 6-12 $5 Wed 1-2 p.m. Summer Games Chess and Dominoes 11-17 -0- 6-7 p.m. Flag Football 11-17 -0- 3-4 p.m. Summer Games Dodgeball 11-17 -0- 8-9 p.m. PlayStation Games 13-17 -0- 5-6 p.m. Madden Challenge 11-17 -0- Tue 3-4 p.m. Pottery Painting 6-12 $5 6:15-7 p.m. Relaxing with Meditation 12-up $5 4-5 p.m. Science Experiments 6-12 $5 7-8 p.m. Outdoor Explore 6-12 -0- 5-6 p.m. Board Game Challenge 6-12 -0- 8-9 p.m. Spanish Conversation 12-up $10 Wed 3-4 p.m. Bracelet Making 6-12 -0- Thu noon-1 p.m. Summer Games Water Volleyball 11-17 -0- 4-5 p.m. Hair Bow Making 6-12 $5 2-3 p.m. Summer Games Volleyball 11-17 -0- 5-6 p.m. Papier Mache 6-12 -0- 6:15-7 p.m. Cool Bakers 6-12 $5 8-9 p.m. Sand Volleyball 13-17 -0- 7-8 p.m. Spanish for Children 7-12 -0- Thu 3-4 p.m. Paint by Numbers 6-12 $5 9-9:45 p.m. Endurance for Beginners 12-17 -0- 5-6 p.m. Brain Teasers 6-12 -0- Fri 11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. Archery 11-17 -0- Fri 9:30-10:30 a.m. Archery 6-12 -0- 2-3 p.m. DIY Arts and Crafts 6-12 $5 3-4 p.m. Clay Creations 6-12 -0- 2-4 p.m. Summer Games Flag Football 11-17 -0- 4-5 p.m. Mason Jar Crafts 6-12 $5 4-5 p.m. Summer Games Tennis 11-17 -0- 5-6 p.m. Wood Crafts 6-12 -0- 5-6 p.m. Summer Games Table Tennis 11-17 -0- 7-9 p.m. Movie and Game Night 13-17 -0- 6:15-7 p.m. Reading Skills 7-12 -0- Sat 1-2 p.m. Wii Challenge 6-12 -0- 8-9 p.m. Organization for College-Bound Teen 15-18 -0- 2-3 p.m. Game Room Challenge 6-12 -0- Sat 9:30-10:15 a.m. Scavenger Hunt 6-12 -0- 3-4 p.m. XBOX Live 13-17 -0- 10 :15-11 a.m. Intro to Cooking 10-16 $10 SUMMER GAMES PRACTICE SCHEDULE 11-11:45 a.m. Teen Hour 13-16 -0- 1-2 p.m. Men Basketball 13-up IPAR Card Mon 9 :15-11 a.m. Tennis 11-17 -0- 2-3 p.m. Dodgeball 11-17 -0- ADULT CLASSES 4-5 p.m. Dominoes 11-17 -0- Mon 6:15-7 p.m. Book Club 18-up $5 Tue 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Basketball 11-17 -0- 7-8 p.m. Study Skills 7-up -0- 2-4 p.m. Volleyball 11-17 -0- 8-9 p.m. Music Jam Session 13-up -0- Wed 2-3 p.m. Chess 11-17 -0- 9-9:45 p.m. Healthy Life Style Tips 18-up -0- 6-7 p.m. Table Tennis 11-13 -0- Tue 6:15-7 p.m. Ping the Ball 16-up -0- 7-8 p.m. Table Tennis 14-17 -0- 7-8 p.m. Intro to Drawing 14-up $5 Thu 2-3 p.m. Indoor Soccer 11-17 -0- 8-9 p.m. Card Game 18-up -0- 4-5 p.m. Water Volleyball 11-17 -0- 9-9:45 p.m. Art Critique 10-up -0- Fri 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Kickball 11-17 -0- Wed 6:15-7 p.m. Relaxing Meditation 12-up $5 2-3 p.m. Flag Football 11-17 -0- 8-9 p.m. Spanish Conversation 12-up $10 ADULT CLASSES 9-9:45 p.m. Couple Fitness 18-up $10 Thu 8-9 p.m. Pump It Up 18-up $10 Mon 2-3 p.m. Senior Fitness 50-up -0- Fri 7-8 p.m. Fit 4 Seniors 50-up $5 8-9 p.m. Beginning Fitness 18-up -0- 9-9:45 p.m. Game Room Challenge 17-up -0- LEAGUES Sat 1-2 p.m. Men Basketball 13-up IPAR Card Tue 6:30-8:30 p.m. Girls Volleyball Clinic 7-12 TBA Thu 6:45-9:45 p.m. Mens Basketball 18-up $360 per team YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OFFERED BY OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS Members interested in year-round programs may contact the instructor for space availability and to YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OFFERED BY OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS register for classes. Members interested in year-round programs may contact the instructor for space availability and to DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE register for classes. Mon 7-8 p.m. Zumba (M-F) 12-up TBA DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE Thu 6:30-9 p.m. Free Play Volleyball 15-up IPAR Mon 9-9:30 a.m. Kidz Love Soccer Parent and Me 2-3 $66/7 weeks Fri 5:30-9:45 p.m. R.I.S.E. Quad Rugby 18-up TBA 9 a.m.-noon RARE Learning-Early Learners (M-F) 3-5 TBA Sat 11 a.m.-1 p.m. R.I.S.E. Quad Rugby 18-up TBA 9:15-10:15 a.m. Jacki Sorensen’s Dance Aerobics (T,Th) 18-64/ $12/$10 or $3 OPEN GYM BASKETBALL 65-up class Mon noon-4 p.m. 9:45-10:15 a.m. Kidz Love Soccer Tot-Soccer 3-4 $66/7 weeks Tue noon-4 p.m. / 6-7 p.m. / 8-9:45 p.m. 10 :15-11 a.m. Kidz Love Soccer 1 5-6 $66/7 weeks Wed noon-4 p.m. 11-11:45 a.m. Kidz Love Soccer 2 7-10 $66/7 weeks Thu noon-4 p.m. / 6-7 p.m. / 8-9:45 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Piano Lessons (M,T,W,F,Sa) 5-16 $90 mo. Fri noon-4 p.m. 4-4:45 p.m. Basketball Skills: Level 1 (M,W,F) 5-17 $240/8 weeks Sat 1-4:45 p.m. 4:15 p.m. Piano Lessons (M,T,W,F,Sa) 5-16 $90 mo. Open gym schedule is subject to change without notice. Call for daily updates on open gym hours. 4:45-5:30 p.m. Basketball Skills: Level 2 (M,W,F) 5-17 $240/8 weeks 5 p.m. Piano Lessons (M,T,W,F,Sa) 5-16 $90 mo. 5:30-6:15 p.m. Basketball Skills: Level 3 (M,W,F) 5-17 $240/8 weeks HERITAGE SENIOR CENTER / 200 S. Jefferson St. / (972) 721-2496 5:30-6:25 p.m. Chess (M,F) 6-up $10 per class Hours: Mon, Thu, Fri : 8 a.m.–9 p.m. / Tue : 8 a.m.–10 p.m. / Wed : 8 a.m.–5 p.m. / 5:45 p.m. Piano Lessons (M,T,W,F, Sa) 5-16 $90 mo. Sat : 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Membership required to participate in activities. 6-7 p.m. Belly Fit 18-up $40 mo. DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE 6:15-7 p.m. Basketball Skills: Level 4 (M,W,F) 5-17 $240/8 weeks 6:30 p.m. Piano Lessons (M,T,W,F, Sa) 5-16 $90 mo. ADULT CLASSES 6:30-7:25 p.m. Chess (M,F) 6-up $10 per class Mon 8:45-9:45 a.m. AM Aerobics 50-up $15 mo. 7-8 p.m. Belly Dancing 18-up $40 mo./$10 class 10-10:40 a.m. Tai Chi for Arthritis/Fall Prevention 50-up $5 (includes Qi Gong) 7-8 p.m. Fitness to You (M,W) 18-up $5 per class 10-11 a.m. Fit 4 Life 50-up $35 mo. 7-8 p.m. Tennis Lessons Adult Int. 18-up $80 mo. 10 :45-11: 20 a.m. Qi Gong and the Art of Relaxation 50-up $5 (includes Tai Chi for 7-9:30 p.m. DFW Table Tennis 7-up $40 mo./$3 class Arthritis) Tue 9-10 a.m. Tennis Lessons Adult Beg./Adv. Beg. 18-up $80 mo. 10:45-11:45 a.m. Assisted Chair Yoga 50-up $35 mo. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Okinawan Karate (T,Th) 7-up $60 mo. 12:30-3:30 p.m. 42 (Dominoes) 50-up -0- 6-7 p.m. STEM for Kids 4-14 $80 mo. 12:30-4:30 p.m. Beginner Bridge 50-up -0- Wed 5-7 p.m. Junior Youth Empowerment Program 10-14 -0- 2-4 p.m. The Lively Steppers 50-up -0- 7-8 p.m. Tennis Lessons Adult Beg./Adv. Beg. 18-up $80 mo. 5-6 p.m. Intermediate Tahitian Dance 18-up $50 mo. Thu 9-10 a.m. Tennis Lessons Adult Int. 18-up $80 mo. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Zumba 18-up $20 mo. or $5 per class 6-7 p.m. STEM for Kids 4-14 $80 mo. 6-7 p.m. Pinterest Pin of the Week (1st Mon) 50-up See newsletter for fee 6:30-7:30 p.m. Okinawan Kobudo 7-up $50 mo. 6-7 p.m. Hula Lessons 18-up $20 mo. 7:15-8:30 p.m. Literature for the Youth Book Club 11-18 -0- 6-7:30 p.m. Bingo 50-up Covered Dish + 2 prizes Fri 5:15-6 p.m. Ballet and Tap 3-5 $44 mo. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Yoga 18-up $35 mo. or $8 per class 6:15-7 p.m. Ballet and Tap 6-12 $44 mo. 7-8 p.m. Hula Part B (for students who have 18-up $25 mo. Hula students, 7-7:45 p.m. Hip-Hop and Jazz 6-12 $44 mo. studied Hula) $35 non-Hula students Sat 8-9 a.m. Tennis Lessons Juniors 7-10 $40 mo. 7-8 p.m. Heritage Singers (2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th 50-up $10 Yearly + Heritage 9-10 a.m. Tennis Lessons Juniors 9-12 $40 mo. Mon) Membership 9 a.m.-noon DFW Table Tennis 7-up $40 mo./$3 class Tue 8:20-9:30 a.m. Stretch and Tone 50-up $5 mo. 10-11 a.m. Tennis Lessons Juniors 12-up $40 mo. 9-11 a.m. Wood Carving 50-up -0- 11 a.m.-noon Tennis Lessons Juniors 12-up $40 mo. 10-11 a.m. Gospel Singing 50-up -0- 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Breaking Barriers Through Mentorship 6-up -0- 10-11:30 a.m. Senior Computer Club 50-up -0- noon-2 p.m. STEM for Kids 4-14 $80 mo. 12:30-3:30 p.m. 42 (Dominoes) 50-up -0- 2-4 p.m. STEM for Kids 4-14 $80 mo. 12:30-4:30 p.m. Hand and Foot 50-up -0- 12:30-4:30 p.m. Advanced Bridge 50-up -0- OPEN GYM BASKETBALL 1-3 p.m. Busy Fingers Quilting Club 50-up -0- Mon 6-9 a.m. / 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (basketball) 2:15-3:34 p.m. Amigurumi Crochet 18-up $20 mo. Tue noon-2 p.m. (badminton) 6-7 p.m. Evening Aerobics 18-up $15 mo. Wed 6-9 a.m. (basketball) / noon-3 p.m.(pickleball) / 8-9:30 p.m.(basketball) 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ceramics 18-up $15 mo. Thu 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (basketball) / 1-2 p.m. (badminton) 7-9:15 p.m. Dance 18-up $6 weekly Fri 6-9 a.m. (basketball) / noon-2 p.m. (basketball) / 7-9:30 p.m. (volleyball) Wed 8:45-9:45 a.m. AM Aerobics 50-up $15 mo. Sat noon-3 p.m. / 3-4:30 p.m. (badminton) 9 :30-11 a.m. Neglected History/Critical Thinking 50-up -0- Open gym schedule is subject to change without notice. Call for daily updates on open gym hours. 10-10:40 a.m. Tai Chi for Arthritis/Fall Prevention 50-up $5 (includes Qi Gong) 10-11 a.m. Blood Pressure Screening (3rd Wed) 50-up -0-

P. 8 MAY 2018 2018 Summer Guide

Summer Session Call (972) 721-2501 for details or more information. Registration for Heritage Senior Center classes begins at 10 a.m. the first business day of the month.

HERITAGE SENIOR CENTER / 200 S. Jefferson St. / (972) 721-2496 YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OFFERED BY OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS Hours: Mon, Thu, Fri : 8 a.m.–9 p.m. / Tue : 8 a.m.–10 p.m. / Wed : 8 a.m.–5 p.m. / Members interested in year-round programs may contact the instructor for space availability and to Sat : 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Membership required to participate in activities. register for classes. DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE Wed 10 :45-11: 20 a.m. Qi Gong and the Art of Relaxation 50-up $5 (includes Tai Chi for Thu 5:15-6:15 p.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. Arthritis) 6-7 p.m. Yoga I 18-up $35 mo. 10:45-11:45 a.m. Assisted Chair Yoga 50-up $35 mo./$8 per class 6:15-7:15 p.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. noon-1 p.m. Yoga 18-up $35 mo./$8 per class Fri 9:30-10:30 a.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. 12:15-3:30 p.m. 42 50-up -0- 5:45-6:45 p.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Bluegrass Jam Session 50-up -0- Sat 9:30-10:30 a.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. 1:30-3:45 p.m. Line Dance 18-up 20 mo./$6 per class Sun 2-3 p.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. Thu 8:20-9:30 a.m. Stretch and Tone 50-up $5 OPEN GYM BASKETBALL 9-10 a.m. Beg. Mixed Media 18-up $30 mo. 10:15-11:15 a.m. Bingo 50-up $1 Mon 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. / 7:30-9:45 p.m. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Int. Acrylic 18-up $30 mo. Tue 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. / 7:30-9:45 p.m. 12:30-3:30 p.m. 42 (Dominoes) 50-up -0- Wed 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. / 7:30-9:45 p.m. 12:30-4:30 p.m. Hand and Foot 50-up -0- Thu 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. / 6:45-9:45 p.m. 12:30-4:30 p.m. Adv./Int. Bridge 50-up -0- Fri 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. / 7:30-9:45 p.m. 1-2 p.m. Beg. Tap 50-up -0- Sat 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 1-2 p.m. Fitness Room Orientation (2nd and 50-up -0- Sun 1-4:45 p.m. 4th Th, appt. req.) Open gym schedule is subject to change without notice. Call for daily updates on open gym hours. 2:45-3:45 p.m. Int. Tap Dance 50-up $30 mo. 6-7 p.m. Evening Aerobics 18-up $15 mo. 6:15-8:30 p.m. Bunko 50-up $8 mo. LIVELY POINTE YOUTH CENTER / 909 N. O’Connor Road / (972) 721-8090 7-8 p.m. Great Book Club (3rd Th) 50-up -0- Hours: Mon–Fri : 1–9 p.m. / Sat : 1–5 p.m. 7-8 p.m. Writing and You (none 3rd Th) 50-up -0- DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE Fri 8:45-9:45 a.m. AM Aerobics 50-up $15 mo. YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES 9 a.m.-noon Mah Jongg 50-up -0-; inst. book $1 9 a.m.-noon Ceramics 50-up $15 mo. Mon 1-2 p.m. Technology Tutoring 12-18 -0- 10-11 a.m. Fit 4 Life 18-up $35 mo. 2-3 p.m. Summer Games Chess 12-18 -0- 10-11:30 a.m. Investor's Information Exchange 50-up -0- 3-4 p.m. MLB Pick’Em 12-18 -0- 10-11:45 a.m. Friday at the Movies (2nd and 4th F) 4-5 p.m. Summer Games Dodgeball 12-18 -0- noon-5 p.m. Canasta 50-up -0- 5-6 p.m. Summer Games Volleyball 12-18 -0- 1-2:30 p.m. Spanish Club 50-up -0- 6-7 p.m. Lively Running Club (M,W,F) 12-18 -0- 5:30-6:15 p.m. Sign Up for Texas Hold’ Em 50-up $3 per class Tue 1-2 p.m. Weight Room Orientation 12-18 -0- 5:30-6:30 p.m. Zumba 18–up $20 mo. or $5 per class 4-5 p.m. 3 Point Shootout 12-18 -0- 6:20-8:30 p.m. Texas Hold’ Em (2nd and 4th F) 50-up Heritage Membership 6-7 p.m. Ultimate Frisbee (1st and 3rd Tue) 12-18 -0- required w/signup fee 6-7 p.m. Name Your Game (2nd and 4th Tue) 12-18 -0- Sat 9:15-10:45 a.m. Round Dance Lesson 18-up $40 per session 7-8 p.m. Summer Games Kickball 12-18 -0- 9:30-10:30 a.m. Yoga 18-up $35 mo. or $8 per class 8-9 p.m. Foosball League 12-18 -0- Wed 2-3 p.m. Summer Games Dominoes 12-18 -0- SPECIAL EVENTS 4-5 p.m. Baking for Beginners 12-18 -0- June 13 9:30-11:30 a.m. Pooches on the Patio 50-up -0- 5-6 p.m. Summer Games Table Tennis 12-18 -0- June 15 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Father’s Day Cookout 50-up $3 6-7 p.m. Lively Running Club (M,W,F) 12-18 -0- June 21 10-11:15 a.m. Kickoff to Summer 50-up $3 6-8 p.m. Summer Games Basketball 12-18 -0- June 28 6-8:30 p.m. Mystery Bingo 50-up $6 Heritage members 8-9 p.m. Girl Talk 12-18 -0- July 3 10-11:15 a.m. Red, White and Blue Patriotic Party 50-up $3 Thu 1-2 p.m. Weight Room Orientation 12-18 -0- Aug. 9 6:30-8 p.m. Senior Arts Festival 18-up $3 2-3 p.m. Burnout Workout 12-18 -0- Aug. 24 6-8:30 p.m. Heritage Casino Night 50-up TBA 4-5 p.m. Snap It! – Social Media Fun 12-18 -0- 5-7 p.m. Summer Games Indoor Soccer 12-18 -0- 6-7 p.m. Irving Youth Action Council Mtg. (1st and 12-18 -0- LEE PARK RECREATION CENTER / 3000 Pamela Drive / (972) 721-2508 3rd Th) Hours: Mon–Fri : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m. / Sun : 1–5 p.m. 7-8 p.m. Summer Games Tennis 12-18 -0- 7-8:45 p.m. Indoor Soccer Free Play 12-18 -0- DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE Fri 1-2 p.m. Summer Games Water Volleyball 12-18 -0- PRESCHOOL CLASSES 2-3 p.m. Ice Cream Creations 12-18 -0- Mon 10 a.m.-noon Preschool Mini Camp (M,W,F) 3-5 $30 4-6 p.m. Summer Games 7-on-7 Flag Football 12-18 -0- Tue 10-11 a.m. Color and Paste 3-5 $5 6-7 p.m. Lively Running Club (M,W,F) 12-18 -0- 11 a.m.-noon Big Wheel Rally 3-5 $5 7-8 p.m. Chillin and Grillin with Steve 12-18 -0- Thu 10-11 a.m. Color by Number 3-5 $5 Sat 1-2 p.m. Floor Hockey 12-18 -0- 11 a.m.-noon Soccer Practice 3-5 -0- 2-3 p.m. Gym Games 12-18 -0- Sat 9:15-10 a.m. Color and Draw with Chalk 3-5 $5 3-4 p.m. Teen Fitness 12-18 -0- 10-11 a.m. Sports Drills 3-5 -0- YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES MUSTANG PARK RECREATION CENTER / 2223 Kinwest Parkway / (972) 556-1334 Mon 1-2 p.m. Tissue Paper Art 7-12 $5 Hours: Mon, Wed : 6 a.m.–10 p.m. / Tue, Thu, Fri : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m. / 2-3 p.m. Summer Games Kickball 14-17 -0- Sun: 1–5 p.m. 3-4 p.m. Art Club 9-13 $10 4-5 p.m. Summer Games 7-on-7 11-17 -0- DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE 5-6 p.m. Dodgeball Mania 9-13 -0- PRESCHOOL CLASSES 6-7 p.m. Summer Games Table Tennis 11-13 -0- Mon 9:15-10 a.m. Colors and Numbers 3-6 $5 7-8 p.m. Flag Football 13-17 -0- 10-10:45 a.m. Painting 3-6 $5 8-9 p.m. Summer Games Basketball 11-13 -0- Tue 9:15-10 a.m. Paper Plate Crafts 3-6 $5 Tue 1-2:30 p.m. One Act Play (T,Th) 6-17 -0- 10-10:45 a.m. Obstacle Courses 3-6 $5 2-3 p.m. Kickball Kraze 6-11 -0- 10 :45-11 a.m. Building Games 3-6 $5 3-4 p.m. Summer Games Indoor Soccer 11-13 -0- Wed 10-10:45 a.m. Bikes and Tikes 3-6 $5 4-5 p.m. Paper Bag Puppets 7-12 $5 10 :45-11:30 a.m. Dance Time 3-6 $5 5-6 p.m. Summer Games Basketball 14-17 -0- Thu 9:15-10 a.m. Finger Painting 3-6 $5 5-6 p.m. Foosball Tournament 7-12 -0- 10-10:45 a.m. Little Chefs 3-6 $10 6-7 p.m. Fit Kids 10-15 $5 10 :45-11:30 a.m. Puzzle Time 3-6 $5 7-8 p.m. Making Mosaics 13-17 $5 Sat 9:15-10 a.m. Science Time 3-6 $5 Wed 2-3 p.m. Summer Games Kickball 11-13 -0- 10-10:45 a.m. Blocks and Legos 3-6 $5 3-4 p.m. Gym Activities 7-12 -0- 10 :45-11:30 a.m. Arts and Crafts 3-6 $5 4-5 p.m. Summer Games Volleyball 11-17 -0- 6-7 p.m. Summer Games Table Tennis 14-17 -0- YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES 7-8 p.m. Learn to Draw 13-17 $5 Mon 3-4 p.m. Gym Games (M-Th) 6-12 $15 Thu 1-2 p.m. Crafting with Yarn 7-12 $5 6:15-7 p.m. Table Tennis 101 9-15 $5 1-2:30 p.m. One Act Play (T,Th) 6-17 -0- 7-7:45 p.m. Baking Fun 8-15 $10 3-4 p.m. Summer Games Dodgeball 14-17 -0- 8-9 p.m. E-Sports League 12-17 $5 4-5 p.m. Name Your Game 9-13 -0- Tue 1-3 p.m. One Act Play (T,Th) 6-17 -0- 5-6 p.m. Summer Games Tennis 11-17 -0- 4-5 p.m. Basic Spanish 6-12 $5 6-7 p.m. Sewing 101 10-up $10 5-5:45 p.m. Fuse Beads 6-12 $5 7-8 p.m. Family Board Games 8-up -0- 7:15-8 p.m. Video Game Challenge 12-17 $5 Fri 10:30-11:30 a.m. Summer Games Archery 11-17 -0- 8-9 p.m. Teen Fitness 13-17 $5 1-2 p.m. Summer Crafts 6-11 $5 Wed 5-5:45 p.m. Classic Arcade 6-12 $5 2-3 p.m. Intro to Bumper Pool 7-12 $5 6:30-8:30 p.m. DIY w/Natalee 8-15 $20 3-4 p.m. Races and Relays 9-13 -0- Thu 4-5 p.m. Bead Projects 6-12 $5 4-5 p.m. Summer Games Indoor Soccer 14-17 -0- Fri 6-9 p.m. Dinner and A Movie 6-12 $5 per night 5-6 p.m. Fuse Bead Creations 10-15 $5 Sat 2-3 p.m. Outdoor Games 6-12 $5 6-9 p.m. Parents Night Out K-5 $10 3-4 p.m. Board Games 8-14 $5 Sat 11 a.m.-noon Make Slime 6-11 $5 SUMMER GAMES PRACTICE SCHEDULE 1-2 p.m. Summer Games Chess and Dominoes 11-17 -0- Mon 11 a.m.-noon Table Tennis 11-17 -0- 2-3 p.m. Soccer Skills and Drills 9-13 -0- 2-3 p.m. Basketball 11-17 -0- 3-4 p.m. Summer Games Dodgeball 11-13 -0- 4-5 p.m. Dodgeball 11-17 -0- ADULT CLASSES 5-6 p.m. Dominoes and Chess 11-17 -0- Mon 9-9:45 p.m. High Intensity Interval 18-up $5 Tue 6:15-7 p.m. Flag Football 11-17 -0- Tue 9:15-10 a.m. Senior Strength and Flexibility (T,Th) 50-up $10 Wed 9:15-10 a.m. Tennis 11-17 -0- 8-9 p.m. Elliptical Fitness 18-up $5 4-5 p.m. Kickball 11-17 -0- 9-9:45 p.m. Adult Boot Camp 18-up $5 Fri 2-3 p.m. Volleyball 11-17 -0- Wed 8-9 p.m. Workout with Weights 18-up $5 4-5 p.m. Soccer 11-17 -0- 9-9:45 p.m. Endurance Training 18-up $5 ADULT CLASSES Thu 8-9 p.m. Core and Cardio 18-up $5 Thu 6-9 p.m. Sand Volleyball League 18-up $150 per team 9-9:45 p.m. Walk on Treadmill 18-up $5 Sat 1-2 p.m. Basic Strength Training 18-up $5 Sat 4-4:45 p.m. Fitness Circuit 18-up $5 YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OFFERED BY OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OFFERED BY OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS Members interested in year-round programs may contact the instructor for space availability and to Members interested in year-round programs may contact the instructor for space availability and to register for classes. register for classes. DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE Mon 8:30-9:30 a.m. Yoga (M,W) 18-up $80 mo. Mon 9:15-10 a.m. Yoga for Seniors (M,W,F) 50-up $25 mo. 9 a.m.-noon RARE Learning-Early Learners (M-F) 3-5 TBA 9:30-10:30 a.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. 10 a.m.-noon Mom and Tots-Play and Learn Camp 24-36 $99 mo. 5:15-6:15 p.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. (M,W,F) mos. 6-7 p.m. Yoga II (M,W) 18-up $35 mo. noon-1 p.m. Camp Gladiator (M,W,F) 18-up $69 mo. 6:15-7:15 p.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. 5-5:30 p.m. Keyboarding/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Zumba Fitness (M,W) 18-up $20 mo. 5-6 p.m. Indoor Tennis 7-up $40 mo. Tue 9:30-10:30 a.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. 5:30-6 p.m. Keyboarding/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 5:15-6:15 p.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. 5:30-6:15 p.m. Gymnastics 4-up $49 mo. 6-9 p.m. USA Go Ju Karate (T,F) 6-up $35 mo. 6-6:30 p.m. Keyboarding/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 6:15-7:15 p.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. 6-7 p.m. Indoor Tennis 7-up $40 mo. Wed 9:30-10:30 a.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. 6:30-7 p.m. Keyboarding/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 5:15-6:15 p.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. Tue 4-4:45 p.m. Basketball Skills: Level 1 (T,Th) 6-18 $98 mo. 6:15-7:15 p.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. 4:45-5:30 p.m. Basketball Skills: Level 2 (T,Th) 6-18 $98 mo. Thu 9:30-10:30 a.m. Jazzercise 18-up $49 mo. 5:30-6:15 p.m. Basketball Skills: Level 3 (T,Th) 6-18 $98 mo. CITYOFIRVING.ORG P. 9 Parks and Recreation

City of Irving Parks and Recreation Classes Registration is May 29 at 6 p.m. at all full-time and school recreation centers. Classes begin June 4 and end July 28.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OFFERED BY OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS SENTER PARK RECREATION CENTER / 901 S. Senter Road / (972) 721-2641 Members interested in year-round programs may contact the instructor for space availability and to Hours: Mon–Fri : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m. / Sun : 1–5 p.m. register for classes. DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE PRESCHOOL CLASSES Tue 6-7 p.m. Zumba (T,Th) 18-up $5 per class Mon 9:30-10:30 a.m. Creative Craft 3-5 $3 6:15-7 p.m. Basketball Skills: Level 4 (T,Th) 6-18 $98 mo. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Preschool Gym Activities 3-5 $2 6:30-7 p.m. Beg. Soo Bahk Do Karate (T,Th) 4-6 $30 mo. Tue 9:30-10:30 a.m. Preschool Basketball Skills 3-5 $3 7-8 p.m. Beg./Int. Soo Bahk Do Karate (T,Th) 7-up $50 mo. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Learning Board Games 3-5 $2 7:30-8:30 p.m. Boot Camp 18-up $15 mo./$3 class Thu 9:30-10:30 a.m. Preschool Cooking 3-5 $5 8-9 p.m. Adv. Soo Bahk Do Karate (T,Th) 7-up $50 mo. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Preschool Gym Games 3-5 $3 Wed 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Kindermusik 18 mo.-3.5 TBA Fri 9:30-10:30 a.m. Preschool Finger Painting 3-5 $5 12:30-1:15 p.m. Kindermusik 0-18 mo. TBA 10:30-11:30 a.m. Blocks and Legos 3-5 $3 5-6 p.m. Indoor Tennis 7-up $40 mo. Sat 11 a.m.-noon Preschool T-Ball 3-5 $2 5:30-6:15 p.m. Super Tots Soccer 3-4 $40 mo. 6-7 p.m. Indoor Tennis 7-up $40 mo. YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES 6:15-7 p.m. Super Tots Soccer 5-9 $40 mo. Mon 2-3 p.m. Summer Games Dominoes 11-17 -0- Thu 5-6 p.m. Guitar Lessons 7-up $55 mo. 4-5 p.m. Summer Games Dodgeball 11-17 -0- 6-7 p.m. Guitar Lessons 7-up $55 mo. 6-7 p.m. Money Management 18-up -0- Fri 9-10 a.m. Yoga 18-up $80 mo. 7-8 p.m. Table Tennis 13-18 -0- 5-5:30 p.m. Keyboard/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Karate (M,W) 5-up $40 mo. 5:30-6 p.m. Keyboard/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 8-9 p.m. Intro to Fitness 16-up $5 6-6:30 p.m. Keyboard/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 9-9:45 p.m. Book Talk 15-up -0- 6-7 p.m. Chess Tempo 4-up $48 mo. Tue 1-3 p.m. One Act Play 7-18 -0- 6:30-7 p.m. Keyboard/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 2-3 p.m. Summer Games Table Tennis 11-17 -0- Sat 9:30-10:30 a.m. Boot Camp 18-up $15 mo./$3 class 4-5 p.m. Summer Games Volleyball 11-17 -0- 10-10:45 a.m. Ballet and Tap 3-5 $44 mo. 5:45-8:45 p.m. ActivStars Karate 4-15 $7 week 10 :45-11:30 a.m. Ballet and Tap 3-5 $44 mo. 6-7 p.m. T-Shirt Art 8-12 $5 11-11:45 a.m. Bollywood Dance 4-7 $44 mo. 7-8 p.m. Art in the Park 7-11 $2 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ballet and Tap 6-12 $44 mo. 8-9 p.m. Teen Summit 13-15 -0- noon-12:45 p.m. Bollywood Dance 8-13 $50 mo. 9-9:45 p.m. Vegan Cooking 16-up $2 1:15-1:45 p.m. Keyboarding/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. Wed 7-8 p.m. Table Games 13-18 $2 1:45-2:15 p.m. Keyboarding/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 8-9 p.m. Fitbit Challenge* 14-up $2 1:45-2:25 p.m. Keyboarding/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 9-9:45 p.m. Etiquette Class 13-18 -0- 2-3 p.m. Riaz’ Art Studio 5-17 $80 mo. Thu 1-3 p.m. One Act Play 7-18 -0- 2-3 p.m. ThingY: STEM Learning 6-12 $80 mo. 2-3 p.m. Summer Games Soccer 11-17 -0- 2:15-2:45 p.m. Keyboarding/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 4-5 p.m. Summer Games Dodgeball 11-17 -0- 2:45-3:15 p.m. Keyboarding/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 5:45-8:45 p.m. ActivStars Cheerleading 4-15 $7 week 3:15-3:45 p.m. Keyboarding/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 6-7 p.m. Sand Volleyball 13-up -0- 3:45-4:15 p.m. Keyboarding/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 7-8 p.m. PS 4/X-Box Competition 16-up -0- 4:15-4:45 p.m. Keyboarding/Piano 5-15 $85 mo. 8-9 p.m. Painting Pizazz 9-12 -0- Sun 2-3 p.m. Riaz’ Art Studio 18-up $80 mo. Fri 11 a.m.-noon Archery 11-17 -0- OPEN GYM BASKETBALL 2-3 p.m. Floor Hockey 7-11 -0- 2-3 p.m. Summer Games Basketball 11-17 -0- Mon 6-9 a.m. / 11 a.m.-2 p.m.* / 7:15-9:45 p.m. (badminton) 3-4 p.m. Summer Games Volleyball 11-17 -0- Tue 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 4-5 p.m. Summer Games Tennis 11-17 -0- Wed 6-9 a.m. / 11 a.m.-2 p.m.* / 7:15-9:45 p.m. (pickleball) 5-6 p.m. Tye Dye Art 8-12 $5 Thu 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 5-6 p.m. Outdoor Kickball 8-11 -0- Fri noon-3 p.m.* / 6-9:45 p.m. 7-8 p.m. Basketball Skills 12-up $2 Sat noon-2 p.m. / 2-4:45 p.m. (badminton) 9-9:45 p.m. Public Speaking 13-up -0- Sun 1-3 p.m. / 3-5 p.m. (badminton) Sat 4-5 p.m. 3-on-3 Basketball 14-17 -0- Open gym schedule is subject to change without notice. Call for daily updates on open gym hours. ADULT CLASSES *Badminton half gym from noon-2 p.m. Mon 6-7 p.m. Money Management 18-up -0- 8-9 p.m. Intro to Fitness 16-up $5 9-9:45 p.m. Book Talk 15-up -0- NORTHWEST PARK RECREATION CENTER / 2800 Cheyenne St. / (972) 721-2529 Tue 9-9:45 p.m. Vegan Cooking 16-up $2 Hours: Mon–Fri : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m. / Sun : 1–5 p.m. Wed 8-9 p.m. Fitbit Challenge 14-up $2 DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE Thu 6-7 p.m. Sand Volleyball 13-up -0- 7-8 p.m. PS 4/X-Box Competition 16-up $3 PRESCHOOL CLASSES Fri 7-8 p.m. Basketball Skills 12-up $2 Mon 10 a.m.-noon Preschool Mini Camp (M,W,F) 3-5 $30 9-9:45 p.m. Public Speaking 13-up -0- Tue 10-11 a.m. Big Wheel Race 3-5 $5 11 a.m.-noon Edible Crafts 3-5 $5 YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OFFERED BY OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS Thu 11 a.m.-noon Hands on Math Skills 3-5 $5 Members interested in year-round programs may contact the instructor for space availability and to Sat 9:15-10 a.m. Color by Numbers 3-5 $5 register for classes. 10-11 a.m. Soccer Basics 3-5 $5 DAY TIME CLASS AGE FEE YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES Mon 9-10 a.m. Zumba Fitness (M-F) 18-up $35 mo./$3 per class Mon 1-2 p.m. Gym Activities 7-12 -0- 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Pickleball (M,F) 50-up IPAR Card 2-3 p.m. Summer Games Dodgeball 14-17 -0- 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Power Workout (M-F) 18-up ID/$1 daily 3-4 p.m. Summer Games Kickball 11-13 -0- 4-6 p.m. Power Workout (M-F) 18-up ID/$1 daily 4-5 p.m. Summer Games Indoor Soccer 14-17 -0- 6-7 p.m. Zumba Fitness (M-F) 18-up $35 mo./$3 per class 5-6 p.m. Card Game Challenge 10-15 -0- 7:30-8:30 p.m. Karate (M,W) 5-up $50 mo. 6-7 p.m. Exercise Yourself to Health 13-17 $5 7:30-9:45 p.m. Badminton (M,T,Th,Su) 18-up ID/ $20 Annual 7-8 p.m. Make a Scene Improv 13-17 $5 Tue 5-9 p.m. ActivStars Karate 4-15 $7 week Tue 1-2 p.m. Summer Games Kickball 14-17 -0- Wed 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Senior Lunch 50-up $4 2-3 p.m. Diamond Games 6-11 -0- 5-8:30 p.m. Needle Work Gathering 18-up -0- 2-3:30 p.m. One Act Play (T,Th) 6-17 -0- Thu 5-9 p.m. ActiveStars Cheerleading 4-15 $7 week 3-4 p.m. Summer Games 7-on-7 11-13 -0- Fri 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Irving Singles Canasta 50-up -0- 4-5 p.m. Summer Games Dodgeball 11-13 -0- Sat 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Jujitsu 6-up $25 mo. 4-5 p.m. Color By Number 7-12 $5 6-7 p.m. Summer Games Basketball 14-17 -0- OPEN GYM BASKETBALL 7-8 p.m. Working with Clay 10-15 $5 Mon 9 a.m.-9:45 p.m. Wed 1-2 p.m. Paper Plate Craft 7-12 $5 Tue 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 1-2 p.m. Summer Games Volleyball 11-17 -0- Wed 6 a.m.-5 p.m. / 8-9:45 p.m. 2-3 p.m. Outdoor Activities 9-13 -0- Thu 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 3-4 p.m. Summer Games Indoor Soccer 11-13 -0- Fri 9 a.m.-6 p.m. / 7-9:45 p.m. 4-5 p.m. Summer Games 7-on-7 14-17 -0- Sat 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m. 5-6 p.m. Learn to Draw 10-15 $5 Sun 1-4:45 p.m. 6-7 p.m. Memory Flex 10-15 $5 Open gym schedule is subject to change without notice. Call for daily updates on open gym hours. 7-8 p.m. Let’s Build with Popsicle Sticks 13-17 $5 Thu 1-2 p.m. Dodgeball Mania 7-12 -0- 2-3 p.m. Summer Games Tennis 14-17 -0- 3-4 p.m. Sand Volleyball Competition 9-13 -0- 6-7 p.m. Summer Games Chess/Dominoes 14-17 -0- 7-8 p.m. H.I.I.T. it Hard 13-17 $5 Fri 10:30-11:30 a.m. Summer Games Archery 11-17 -0- 1-2 p.m. Kickball Kraze 6-11 -0- PARKS PROGRAM REGISTRATION ONLINE 2-3 p.m. Tissue Paper Art 7-12 $5 3-4 p.m. Summer Games Chess/Dominoes 11-13 -0- The Irving Parks and Recreation Department reminds residents that registration for 3-4 p.m. Summer Games Basketball 11-13 -0- 5-6 p.m. Summer Fishing 10-15 $5 classes and programs can be done online. This helps eliminate long lines at recreation 6-9 p.m. Parents Night Out K-5 $10 per night centers on registration days. Both prospective and current membership ID card Sat 11 a.m.-noon Solving Words 6-11 $5 holders must complete the following. 1-2 p.m. Hot Shot Basketball 7-12 $5 2-3 p.m. Cardio Madness 13-17 $5 ADULT CLASSES To register online: Mon 8-9 p.m. Leap into Shape 18-up $5 a) Visit CityofIrving.org/IrvingRec to access the ActiveNet website. 9-9:45 p.m. Figure 4 Training 18-up $5 Tue 8-9 p.m. Hill Climbing Drills 18-up $5 b) Register for an account, or sign in if there is an existing account. For a new 9-9:45 p.m. Jog and Run 18-up $5 membership, information is needed for head of household and each family Wed 8-9 p.m. Conditioning 360 18-up $5 member registering for classes. 9-9:45 p.m. Fit Happens 18-up $5 Thu 8-9 p.m. Park Grounds Stroll 18-up $5 9-9:45 p.m. Upper-Body Focus 18-up $5 c) Follow instructions for selecting classes for each individual. Classes will be added Fri 8-9 p.m. Core Toning 18-up $5 to the shopping cart. 9-9:45 p.m. Walk to Get Fit 18-up $5 Sat 3-4 p.m. Step to 10k 18-up $5 d) Complete transaction and make payment online using a credit card. 4-4:45 p.m. Tummy Training 18-up $5 OPEN GYM BASKETBALL e) To complete the ID card process, visit a neighborhood recreation center to have a Mon 9-10 a.m. / noon-2 p.m. / 6-9:45 p.m. photo taken. Card can be printed at that location. Tue 9-10 a.m. / 11 a.m.-1 p.m. / 6-9:45 p.m. Wed 9-10 a.m. / noon-1 p.m. / 6-9:45 p.m. Thu 11 a.m.-1 p.m. / 6-9:45 p.m. Fri 9-10 a.m. / noon-4 p.m. Sat 9-10 a.m. / 11 a.m.-2 p.m. / 3-4:45 p.m. Sun 1-5 p.m. Open gym schedule is subject to change without notice. Call for daily updates on open gym hours.

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In the Galleries

Free guided gallery tours are offered at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays.

Annual Exhibition of Irving ISD Student Artwork – High School Senior Portfolio Through May 6 | Main and Focus Galleries | Free This annual exhibition showcases the work of students in the Irving Independent School District.

The Farmers Market at Irving Arts Center each Saturday offers a wide assortment of fresh produce. Tom Becker brings his John Denver tribute to Irving May 18. Irving Arts Center’s Magnificent May Artwork from the 2014 Senior Portfolio Exhibition Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., is a Smithsonian affiliate Intuitives and Insights: Steven Lavaggi institution that is home to many forms of art and entertainment. To learn Through May 27 | Carpenter Lobby | Free more, visit IrvingArtsCenter.com or call (972) 252-7558. Steven Lavaggi is an Austin-based artist who has been painting professionally for more May 3 | JumpstART – Moms are Marvelous! May 13 | Second Sunday Funday: Masterpieces with than 45 years. His large color field paintings 10 a.m. | Suite 200 | Free Mom! contain a spontaneous energy that captures the Explore new stories and fun art projects on the first 1 to 4 p.m. | Suite 200 | Free imagination while evoking elemental imagery Thursday of each month. Create a take-home art project Every second Sunday, Irving Arts Center hosts Family of earth, fire, water and the heavens. Known ― the perfect gift to celebrate mom with Mother’s Day Funday – a free program that is fun for the whole family. internationally as “the Artist of Hope,” Lavaggi’s coming, and then browse the galleries as part of this fun This very special Mother’s Day edition celebrates mom! core message is faith, hope and love. morning activity. Bring mom, aunt, grandma or any other special person. Sundays are for creating amazing art. May 5, 12, 19 and 26 | Saturday Farmers Market, Four Seasons Markets May 16 | Standing Ovation, Lone Star Youth Orchestra 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | South Parking Lot | Free 7 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | $6.50-$13.50 Four Seasons Markets was established to develop The Lone Star Youth Orchestra (LSYO) presents a and manage European-style markets where ranchers, symphonic celebration of young talent, worthy of a farmers, specialty food producers and artisanal standing ovation! The two winners of the LSYO Concerto Psychedelic Universe II by Steven Lavaggi craftsmen can interact with customers and other vendors Competition will showcase their passion and skill in in a colorful, exciting, family friendly atmosphere that the final LSYO concert of the season. Come experience Grant Wood and the American mimics the village markets popular throughout Europe. these inspiring young talents in addition to an exciting Heartland: Prints and Works on Paper Shop the market every Saturday, then cool off while assortment of repertoire to celebrate the conclusion of Through July 1 | Dupree Lobby | Free browsing the galleries. the 2017-18 Season. Presented by Irving Arts Center in conjunction with Celebrating Irving 2018, featuring works May 10 | Sorin: A Notre Dame Story May 18 | Tom Becker (John Denver Tribute), by American painter, Grant Wood and his fellow 6:42 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | Free Entertainment Series of Irving Regionalists, including Thomas Hart Benton, The University of Notre Dame presents “Sorin: A Notre 7:30 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | $26.50 John Bloom and John Steuart Curry. Included Dame Story,” a one-person play about the life and work Entertainment Series of Irving presents Tom Becker, are two scale drawings of soldiers portrayed in of the university’s founder, Rev. Edward Sorin, C.S.C. former member of the legendary folk group, The the 24 x 20 foot stained glass memorial window From his voyage to the United States to rebuilding Notre New Christy Minstrels. This intimate performance will Wood designed for the Veterans Memorial Dame from the ashes and more, the play offers a window embody the warmth, humor and timeless songs of one Building in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. into Father Sorin’s remarkable life as well as the history of America’s best-loved songwriters, John Denver. From and future of Notre Dame. Symbolic of 1842, the year the foot-stomping fun of “Thank God, I’m a Country Boy,” of the university’s founding, the curtain goes up at to the tenderness of “Annie’s Song,” to the sweeping 6:42 (18:42) p.m. Visit SorinPlay.nd.edu to learn more. grandeur of “Rocky Mountain High,” Tom and his band give a musical journey into the many facets of John May 11-26 | The Full Monty, MainStage Denver’s songwriting, the songs that defined his life and 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. | Dupree Theater | $24-$31 his passion for preserving the environment. MainStage “unzips” with the Broadway hit and cult classic Detail of Grant Wood’s stained glass Veteran’s Memorial Window musical comedy, “The Full Monty.” With 10 Tony Award May 20 | A Big Canvas – Mahler and Faure, New nominations and the most highly anticipated closing Philharmonic Orchestra of Irving 33rd Annual Texas and Neighbors number of any show, it is an endearing story full of humor 3:30 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | $10-$20 Five State Competition and heart. New Philharmonic Orchestra of Irving closes its 30th May 12-June 9 | Main Gallery | Free Show Schedule: season in style with Mahler’s great Symphony No. 1 2 to 5 p.m. | May 20 | Reception and Awards ● 7:30 p.m. | May 11, 12, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 26 (“Titan”) with a delicate masterpiece, Fauré’s suite from ceremony ● 2:30 p.m. | May 13 and 20 “Pélleas et Mélisande.” Cosponsored by the Irving Art Association and the Irving Arts Center for the past 32 years, May 12 | Alex McDonald-Piano, Las Colinas Symphony May 23 | Peak Music Festival (Bands and Orchestras) this prestigious five-state competition (Texas, Orchestra Carpenter Hall | Free Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana and New 8 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | $16.50-$46.50 Texas’ largest nonprofit musical festival for bands and Mexico) pulls entries representative of the Pianist Alex McDonald has soloed with the Orquesta orchestras, Peak Music Festivals, provides performance best of American art. The 33rd installment of Sinfónica del Estado de Mexico, Louisiana Philharmonic, opportunities for school bands and orchestras across the this exhibition will be juried by Lyle Novinski, Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra and the Utah Symphony state. To learn more, visit PeakMusicFestivals.org. Professor Emeritus of Art and former Chair of Orchestra, among others. He has performed across the the Art Department at the University of Dallas. United States as well as in Israel, Mexico, Canada, Japan May 27 | Spring Dance Recital, Forcher’s Dance Center and South Korea; additionally, he has been a featured 1 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | Free performer on PBS, WRR (Dallas/Ft. Worth), KUHA and Students of Forcher’s Dance Center, under the direction KUHF (Houston), NPR and WQXR (New York City). of Jacquelyn Forcher, present their annual spring recital.

2018 TXN Selected Work (acrylic) by Beth Menking

BRAVEART/Cistercian Preparatory School: High School Exhibition May 12-June 10 | Focus Gallery | Free 2 to 4 p.m. | May 12 | Reception and Awards ceremony Works from Cistercian Preparatory School students are featured.

Gallery Hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon., Tues., Wed. and Fri.; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thur.; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat. and 1 to 5 p.m. Sun.

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TOPPING OUT CEREMONY HELD FOR CONVENTION CENTER HOTEL CONSTRUCTION CREW

The Westin-Irving Convention Center Hotel in Las Colinas is beginning to take shape and should begin welcoming guests by the end of the year. On April 12, a topping out ceremony was held to commemorate the progress and work members of the construction crew have made thus far. The crew, Irving city leaders and Scalehouse and Administration Complex Middle Tract of the Hunter Ferrell Landfill staff, and others connected to the project were treated to lunch at the site. Environmentally Conscious Topping out ceremonies are typically held when the last beam is placed on the structure. Irving Operation: Mayor Rick Stopfer was among the special guests and said the hotel is the final piece to a City of Irving Hunter Ferrell Landfill Prepares for Next Generation of Refuse plan that began more than 40 years ago. “The topping out of this hotel sets the stage to fulfill Collection the vision that was Ben Carpenter’s, dating back Hunter Ferrell Landfill, the City of Testing, Routine Sampling to 1974 when he announced the idea of Las Irving’s solid waste disposal facility, An important part of the landfill operation is continuous Colinas.” is getting ready to expand into testing to ensure the facility is operating properly. the second of its three tracts, with Hunter Ferrell Landfill is one of the most environmentally Once complete, the floor hotel will feature planners keeping longevity and the monitored facilities in the city. The Solid Waste Services 12-stories, plus a penthouse, 350 guest rooms environment in mind. Department routinely monitors methane gas, stormwater, and 16,000 square feet of meeting space, groundwater, leachate and air quality as part of the various including a 10,000-square-foot ballroom. An The landfill has been in operation since April 1981 just permit requirements from the Texas Commission on 840-space parking garage will sit adjacent to north of the West Fork of the Trinity River and west Environmental Quality. the hotel. n of Loop 12. It accepts refuse and recycling materials for approximately 240,000 residents as well as local Solid Waste Services strives to operate the landfill with a businesses. focus on the future. With the design and construction of the middle tract, as well as routine testing to ensure the The landfill is divided into west, middle and east tracts. safety of groundwater and stormwater, the department Currently, the city operates the west tract. After nearly hopes to instill an added sense of protection toward the 40 years in operation, the west tract is nearing maximum health and well-being of the community. n capacity. In April, construction began on roughly 19 acres of middle tract to expand waste disposal capabilities and ensure continuous disposal capacity. Life of a Landfill Long-Term Planning ● Hunter Ferrell has been in operation for The Solid Waste Services Department’s goal is to build nearly 40 years. and maintain a self-sufficient landfill — one that with ● The middle tract will have a 20-30 year innovative measures in place, will continue to be a vital capacity, while the entire landfill can asset for future generations of Irving residents. provide approximately 50-60 years of capacity. The nearly $6 million landfill liner project is slated for 12 ● Irving’s last landfill liner project was months of construction, including excavation to 85 feet completed in 1999. deep and the installation of a synthetic plastic landfill liner. The liner will be laid along the floor and walls of the ● There are about 150 active landfills in Texas. landfill. The plastic sheets will be fused together to create ● The middle tract landfill project will carve a solid piece of material. out 1 million cubic yards of soil. ● Several hundred feet of the Eagle Ford The project also will include a leachate collection system, Shale rock formation lines the base of the which collects fluid produced by rainwater and waste, and Irving landfill site. recirculates it into other areas of the landfill to increase Sneak Peek at a Guest Room ● Irving buries about 200,000 tons of trash the speed of trash settling and decomposition. annually. ● Irving will be the third city in Texas to The landfill liner serves as a barrier to protect the implement the leachate recirculation environment from leachate and other associated collection system. FREQUENTLY CALLED pollutants. NUMBERS

Keep this list of frequently called numbers handy for future reference. The City of Irving relies heavily on resident input, whether it is on code violations, lost pets or street and traffic Report Streetlight Outage to Oncor problems. Residents are encouraged to save the frequently called list for easy access to city Street lights are vital to our everyday lives, lighting the way for drivers and services. Visit CityofIrving.org/City-Services for pedestrians. Oncor has approximately 400,000 street lights in its service area, more information on city services. and always appreciate help identifying lights that are in need of repair. The sooner Oncor teams know lights are out, the sooner they can get them fixed! Animal Services ...... (972) 721-2256 Arts Box Office ...... (972) 252-2787 Streetlights are owned and maintained by Oncor. Residents should report Arts Center ...... (972) 252-7558 outages directly to Oncor at (888) 313-4747 or by visiting the Oncor online City Secretary ...... (972) 721-2493 reporting tool at OncorStreetLight.com. Repairs normally are made by Oncor Code Enforcement ...... (972) 721-4929 within 10 to 15 working days. For more information, visit Oncor’s website at Family Advocacy Center ...... (972) 721-6555 Oncor.com. n Fire (nonemergency) ...... (972) 721-2308 Housing Programs ...... (972) 721-4800 Human Resources ...... (972) 721-2696 Library ...... (972) 721-2628 Litter Hotline ...... (972) 721-5487 Mosquito Hotline ...... (972) 721-3755 Disability Parking Regulations Reminder Municipal Court ...... (972) 721-2451 ● While displaying an expired plate or Parks ...... (972) 721-2501 The Irving Police Department reminds motorists of parking regulations placard, even if a driver or passenger Permits and Inspections ...... (972) 721-2371 regarding marked disability parking of the vehicle has a disability. Police (nonemergency) ...... (972) 273-1010 spaces. Violations can result in fines of ● When neither the driver nor any Pothole Hotline ...... (972) 721-7303 up to $522. It is illegal to park vehicles passenger has a disability, even if the Streets ...... (972) 721-2201 in a disability parking space: vehicle displays the appropriate plate Traffic and Lights ...... (972) 721-2646 or placard. Trash and Recycling ...... (972) 721-8059 ● Without displaying the appropriate Utility Billing ...... (972) 721-2411 plate or placard, even if a driver Visit CityofIrving.org/Municipal-Court Water Utilities ...... (972) 721-2281 or passenger of the vehicle has a or call Municipal Courts Services at disability. (972) 721-2451 for more information. n

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