The McFun 2010 Summer Program is a cooperative endeavor between the City of McAllen Parks and Recreation Department, the McAllen Independent School District, the McAllen Memorial Library, and the International Museum of Art & Science. These partnerships allow the Parks and Recreation Department to satisfy the recreational needs of its citizens, while maximizing the use of public facilities.

1. McAllen
City Hall
Aquatics
Youth Programs
Quinta Mazatlan
4th of July
Athletics
Municipal Pool
IMAS
Movies in the Park
Senior & Adult Programs
Other Programs
Presented by McAllen Parks and Recreation Department
1000 South Ware Rd. McAllen, TX 78501 • (956) 681-3333 • email: parks@mcallen.net
Register at www.mcallen.net

2. DIRECTORY OFFICES & SITES
McAllen Parks & Recreation Department
1000 S. Ware Road (956) 681-3333
Lark Community Center
2601 Lark Avenue (956) 681-3340
Las Palmas Community Center
1921 N. 25th Street (956) 681-3350
Palm View Community Center
3401 Jordan Road (956) 681-3360
Quinta Mazatlan Nature Center
600 Sunset Ave. (956) 681-3370
The City of McAllen Parks and Recreation Department is proud to bring you McAllen Convention Center
another exciting summer of programs, activities and events for the entire family. 700 Convention Center Blvd. (956) 681-3800
International Museum of Arts & Science
The McFun 2010 Summer Program is a cooperative endeavor between 1900 Nolana (956) 682-1564
the City of McAllen Parks and Recreation Department, the
McAllen Independent School District, the McAllen Memorial Library, McAllen Memorial Library
601 N. Main Street (956) 688-3300
and the International Museum of Art & Science.
These partnerships allow the Parks and Recreation Department Palm View Golf Course
to satisfy the recreational needs of its citizens, 2699 S. Ware Road (956) 681-3444
while maximizing the use of public facilities. McAllen Boys & Girls Clubs
2620 W. Galveston Avenue (956) 682-3581
McAllen, Texas - Selected for the 2011 Texas Recreation 4501 N. 34th Street (956) 687-3910
and Parks Society Institute - GO TRAPS! McAllen Youth Soccer Association
4313 N. 10th Avenue (956) 631-0431
McAllen Chamber of Commerce
CITY OF McALLEN ELECTED OFFICIALS 1200 Ash Avenue (956) 682-2871
McAllen Independent School District
2000 N. 23rd Street (956) 618-6000
McAllen Express
1501 W. Highway 83 (956) 681-3500
Richard Cortez Scott Crane MARCUS BARRERA HILDA SALINAS AIDA RAMIREZ JOHN INGRAM JIM DARLING
MAYOR COMMISSIONER COMMISSIONER Mayor Pro-Tem Mayor Pro-Tem COMMISSIONER COMMISSIONER
DISTRICT 1 DISTRICT 2 COMMISSIONER COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 5 DISTRICT 6 McAllen City Hall
DISTRICT 3 DISTRICT 4 1300 Houston (956) 681-1000
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
Donna Rodriguez- Chair Veronica Galligan Morgan Talbot
AQUATIC FACILITIES
Municipal Pool
Jim Ramon - Vice-Chair Kay Jancik Poppy Rodriguez - Ex-Officio, McAllen ISD
1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd (956) 681-3387
Rolando Ayala Joe Gonzalez Laura Reagan-Porras - Ex-Officio,
Joe Brown Brian Lewis Boys & Girls Club Boys Club Municipal Pool
Valerie Calvillo Larry Safir 617 S. 27th Street (956) 681-3386
Armando Salinas Floyd Seale
Los Encinos Pool
PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF 3300 Sarah Avenue (956) 681-3384
AdministrAtion: Lark community center:
Cascade Pool
director, sally Gavlik manager, rosemary Fuentes 1000 S. Bales Road (956) 681-3385
management Assistant, monica montilla supervisor of recreation, Jorge Alanis
supervisor of Accounts, Gracie Garza
Las palmas community center: McFUN BUS TRANSPORTATION
recreAtion: manager, samm mercado 2010 Summer Program participants will be able to
deputy director - mike Hernandez supervisor of recreation, sarai Garcia travel to recreation sites and swimming pools using
superintendent of recreation, rick Krauss McAllen Express. Persons 17 years and younger can
superintendent of Aquatics, Josh stockel palm View community center: ride the buses at NO CHARGE using the McFun Fare
marketing & special events coordinator, shane stockton Bus Pass, if they are enrolled in any McAllen Parks
manager, Ana romero
and Recreation Program. Check the bus routes for
supervisor of recreation, Victor Ayala
locations and times. Follows regular bus routes.
operAtions: Passes will be issued upon request, at the time of
deputy director - dave melaas Quinta mazatlan: registration. If you are using mail-in registration, just
superintendent of parks, Brad Bentsen manager, colleen Hook request a pass, and it will be sent to you in the mail.
Assistant superintendent of parks, Ken Krause supervisor of recreation, Gaby torres
superintendent of Building maintenance, richard martinez supervisor of recreation, Leslie Ann Howland BACK COVER PHOTO:
supervisor of recreation, Assalia Belmares Special thanks to Black Dragon Cruises
1 of Port Isabel, Texas

3. LITTLE MISS
FOURTH OF JULY PAGEANT
The City of McAllen Parks & Recreation
Department will host its Little Miss Fourth of
July Pageant Saturday, June 19, 2010, from 2:00
p.m. - 4:00 p.m., at the Palm View Community
Center (3401 Jordan). The pageant is open to PRESENTED BY
any Valley Residents who are 5 & 6 years old as
of July 1, 2010 (10 entries min.). Register early,
last day to register (no exceptions) will be
Wednesday, June 16th at 7:00 p.m. Participants
will be judged on an interview, talent and
modeling in western wear. Entry forms are
available at Palm View Community Center. If
you need additional information, please call d
vide
681-3360. No mail-in registration will be pro vities
ream esti
accepted for this activity. Please register at Ice C rk f
Palm View Community Center. Free cher Pa
FEE: $20 82nd Anniversary at A
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CLASS #: 310046.00 of McAllen’s
FOURTH OF JULY PARADE Fourth of July
Presented by Shell Exploration Celebration
& Production
Celebrate America’s Independence by
participating in McAllen’s 82nd Annual
Fourth of July Parade. Join us in honoring the
individuals who have protected our freedom,
yesterday and today! Patriotic groups,
marching bands, clubs & entertainers are
encouraged to enter a float or walk along. All
Veterans’ Organizations are invited to march
in the Parade. Trophies will be awarded. Entry
deadline is June 23, 2010. Pick up/drop off
entries at the Parks and Recreation Office on
South Ware Road. There is a $40 fee for all
commercial entries. All other entries are FREE.
For information call 681-3333.
THE PARADE WILL BE HELD
Saturday, July 3rd, at 9:00 A.M.
This year’s theme is:
”Freedom:AnAmericanTreasure”
ARCHER PARK
FESTIVITIES
Presented by IBC Bank
Join us from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on
Saturday, July 3rd, for arts & crafts,
concessions, games...fun for the whole
family. Come join us for a live karaoke PROUD SPONSORS
contest at the gazebo and compete to win
two round trip tickets to Orlando, Florida!
Space is limited so please contact 681-3333 for
more information.
FOURTH OF JULY CONCERT IN THE SKY
FOURTH OF JULY Don’t miss the Annual Fourth of July Fireworks
Display at McAllen’s Municipal Park (2100 Tamarack).
PUBLIC SWIM & POOL GAMES
Join the McAllen Parks and Recreation Department,
Public swim will be available from 1:00 p.m.
Saturday evening, for a delight of sight and sound.
to 6:00 p.m. at Municipal Swimming Pool.
This year’s exhibit is sure to be a blast!!! The Fireworks
Beat the summer heat with fun and games
begin at approximately 9:00 p.m., Saturday, July 3rd.
at the pool.
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4. PRE-SCHOOL (3,4 & 5 yr. olds)
This program will help children make
the physical and mental adjustment of
submerging their faces under water and
holding their breath without discomfort.
Once they pass this stage, they are taught to
float on their front and back and progress to
arm strokes.
YOUTH (6-14 yr. olds)
A standard American Red Cross advancement
program will be taught. Instruction for
Beginning Swimmers through Advanced
Swimmers is scheduled at all class times.
GUS & GOLDIE
LEARN-TO-SWIM PROGRAM GUS & GOLDIE
The most popular swimming program in the
ADULT & TEEN LEARN-TO-SWIM LEARN-TO-SWIM PROGRAM
Rio Grande Valley is back! Join Gus & Goldie
The individual is taken through a series of PROUD SPONSORS
progressive steps, allowing everyone to learn
and learn important water safety skills. Pre-
at their own pace. Class sizes are limited.
registration is required for all swimming
Session dates are the same as the Gus &
classes. Classes are held Monday through
Goldie Learn-to-Swim Program.
Friday. Participants will receive an official Gus
& Goldie t-shirt for each session attended.
DATES:
ADAPTIVE AQUATICS
This aquatics class is designed for students
Session 1: June 14 - June 25
with special needs. Trained instructors will
Session 2: July 5 - July 16
introduce and guide students in exciting
Session 3: July 19 - July 30
water activities and skills. Classes are offered
Session 4: August 2 - August 13
for participants age 6 and older.
FEE:
$25.00/resident • $35.00/non-resident
PARENT/BABY WATER
ORIENTATION
(6 mo. - 2 yrs. 11 mo.)
Introduces the infant or toddler to the
pleasures of water. The parent is instructed
in techniques for teaching their child
fundamental water skills. At least one
parent per child will be strictly enforced. All
persons must wear swimming suits. Lined
swim diapers are required for infants. Swim
diapers are available for purchase at all City
of McAllen pools.
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5. Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4
PARENT/BABY June 14 - 25 July 5 - 16 July 19 - 30 August 2 - 13
Municipal Swimming Pool
Class 1 - 9:10 a.m. - 9:40 a.m. 340011-M1 440011-M1 540011-M1 640011-M1
Class 2 - 9:50 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. 340011-M2 440011-M2 540011-M2 640011-M2
Class 3 - 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 340011-M3 440011-M3 540011-M3 640011-M3
Class 4 - 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 340011-M4 440011-M4 540011-M4 640011-M4
Class 5 - 7:10 p.m. - 7:40 p.m. 340011-M5 440011-M5 540011-M5 640011-M5
Class 6 - 7:50 p.m. - 8:20 p.m. 340011-M6 440011-M6 540011-M6 640011-M6
Los Encinos Pool
Class 1 - 10:10 a.m. - 10:40 a.m. 340111-E1 440111-E1 540111-E1 640111-E1
Class 2 - 10:50 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. 340111-E2 440111-E2 540111-E2 640111-E2
Class 3 - 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 340111-E3 440111-E3 540111-E3 640111-E3
Class 4 - 7:10 p.m. - 7:40 p.m. 340111-E4 440111-E4 540111-E4 640111-E4
PRESCHOOL
Municipal Swimming Pool
Class 1 - 9:10 a.m. - 9:40 a.m. 340022-M1 440022-M1 540022-M1 640022-M1
Class 2 - 9:50 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. 340022-M2 440022-M2 540022-M2 640022-M2
Class 3 - 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 340022-M3 440022-M3 540022-M3 640022-M3
Class 4 - 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 340022-M4 440022-M4 540022-M4 640022-M4
Class 5 - 7:10 p.m. - 7:40 p.m. 340022-M5 440022-M5 540022-M5 640022-M5
Class 6 - 7:50 p.m. - 8:20 p.m. 340022-M6 440022-M6 540022-M6 640022-M6
Los Encinos Pool
Class 1 - 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 340122-E1 440122-E1 540122-E1 640122-E1
Class 2 - 10:10 a.m. - 10:40 a.m. 340122-E2 440122-E2 540122-E2 640122-E2
Class 3 - 10:50 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. 340122-E3 440122-E3 540122-E3 640122-E3
Class 4 - 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 340122-E4 440122-E4 540122-E4 640122-E4
Class 5 - 7:10 p.m. - 7:40 p.m. 340122-E5 440122-E5 540122-E5 640122-E5
Class 6 - 7:50 p.m. - 8:20 p.m. 340122-E6 440122-E6 540122-E6 640122-E6
Boys Club Municipal Pool
Class 1 - 10:20 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. 340222-B3 440222-B3 540222-B3 640222-B3
YOUTH
Municipal Swimming Pool
Class 1 - 9:00 a.m. - 9:40 a.m. 340036-M1 440036-M1 540036-M1 640036-M1
Class 2 - 9:50 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 340036-M2 440036-M2 540036-M2 640036-M2
Class 3 - 10:40 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. 340036-M3 440036-M3 540036-M3 640036-M3
Class 4 - 6:15 p.m. - 6:55 p.m. 340036-M4 440036-M4 540036-M4 640036-M4
Class 5 - 7:05 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. 340036-M5 440036-M5 540036-M5 640036-M5
Class 6 - 7:55 p.m. - 8:35 p.m. 340036-M6 440036-M6 540036-M6 640036-M6
Los Encinos Pool
Class 1 - 9:00 a.m. - 9:40 a.m. 340136-E1 440136-E1 540136-E1 640136-E1
Class 2 - 9:50 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 340136-E2 440136-E2 540136-E2 640136-E2
Class 3 - 10:40 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. 340136-E3 440136-E3 540136-E3 640136-E3
Class 4 - 6:15 p.m. - 6:55 p.m. 340136-E4 440136-E4 540136-E4 640136-E4
Class 5 - 7:05 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. 340136-E5 440136-E5 540136-E5 640136-E5
Class 6 - 7:55 p.m. - 8:35 p.m. 340136-E6 440136-E6 540136-E6 640136-E6
Boys Club Municipal Pool
Class 1 - 8:30 a.m. - 9:10 a.m. 340236-B1 440236-B1 540236-B1 640236-B1
Class 2 - 9:20 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 340236-B2 440236-B2 540236-B2 640236-B2
Class 3 - 10:10 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. 340236-B3 440236-B3 540236-B3 640236-B3
ADULT & TEENS
Municipal Swimming Pool
Class 1 - 7:55 p.m. - 8:35 p.m. 340048-M1 440048-M1 540048-M1 640048-M1
Los Encinos Pool
Class 1 - 7:05 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. 340148-E1 440148-E1 540148-E1 640148-E1
ADAPTED AQUATICS
Boys Club Municipal Pool
Class 1 - 11:00 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. 340236-B4 440236-B4 540236-B4 640236-B4
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6. PUBLIC SWIM, LAP SWIM &
WATER AEROBICS
Swimming Pools will be open to the Public,
beginning May 31st through August
22nd. Municipal Pool & Los Encinos Pool
will remain open on weekends, through
September 13th. All swimmers must wear
appropriate swim attire; NO CUT OFFS, GYM
SHORTS OR LEOTARDS. BOARD SHORTS
WITH DRAWSTRINGS ARE ALLOWED. LINED
SWIM DIAPERS OR SWIMMING SUITS ARE
NECESSARY FOR INFANTS. NO DIAPERS
CAMP CASCADE SPRINGBOARD DIVING
OR DISPOSABLE SWIM DIAPERS ALLOWED.
Are you ready for a whale of a time? A qualified instructor will teach many of the
Children age 3 & under are free with an
This camp is great for those swimmers who basic dives and take participants through
adult.
can’t get enough of the water and want a series of progressively more challenging
game time too!! Each camper will get to competitive dives. You will also learn how
LAP SWIMMING - Lap swimming is available
participate and learn a variety of aquatic diving competition works. This class is for
for those who want to exercise and swim at
activities including canoeing, snorkeling, beginners, as well as, advanced divers. Class
their own pace. No children allowed.
advanced swimming, diving and water safety size is limited.
WATER AEROBICS - This program will consist
skills. You’ll also get to learn outdoor sports, of light warm-up exercises in shallow water,
such as volleyball, softball and much more. PLACE: Nikki Rowe Natatorium
working up to more vigorous aerobic actions.
See you there! TIME: Mon. - Fri.: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Ability to swim is not required. No children
Pre-Requisite: Swimming ability required. DATES: Session 1: June 14 - June 25
allowed.
Class # 340540.L1
Session 2: June 28 - July 9
Class # 440540.L1 Public Swimming
Session 3: July 12 - July 23 MUNICIPAL
Class # 540540.L1 M-F: 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
AGE: 8 - 17 years Sat. & Sun.: 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
FEE: $20/residents; $30/non-residents $2 - Passes are available - $15 for 10 visits.
CASCADE
LIFEGUARD/SWIM M-F: 7:15 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
INSTRUCTOR APPRENTICE Sat.: 7:15 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.
This class is for those persons who have the $1
swimming skills and knowledge to pass
LOS ENCINOS
the lifeguard training skills and teach or M-F: 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
assist instructors, but do not meet the age Sat. & Sun.: 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
requirement. Upon successful completion $1
of the class, individuals will be eligible to
PLACE: Cascade Swimming Pool
become “apprentice lifeguards” for the City of Lap Swimming
2 1/2 Miles S. 10th Street
McAllen. These individuals may aid lifeguards MUNICIPAL
TIME: Tuesday - Friday; and swim instructors in their normal daily Daily: 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. operations at the pools. $1
DATES: Session 1: June 15 - June 25 Pre-Requisites: Excellent swimming ability
Class # 340956.C1 BOYS CLUB MUNICIPAL
and positive attitude.
M-F: 5:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.
Session 2: July 6 - July 16
$1
Class # 440956.C1 PLACE: Cascade Swimming Pool
Session 3: July 20 - July 30 DATES: June 15 - June 25 (Tuesday - Friday) NIKKI ROWE NATATORIUM
Class # 540956.C1 M-F: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
TIMES: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
$1
AGE: 8 - 15 yrs. AGE: 13 - 15 year olds
FEE: $40/resident • $60/non-resident FEE: $30 (Includes materials & t-shirt) Water Aerobics
All Campers will receive CLASS #: 340977-B1
a Camp Cascade T-Shirt! CASCADE
M-F: 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
$1 Note: Program runs June 1st- August 6th.
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7. SUMMER DAYS AT LARK Ages 8 - 9
The Parks and Recreation Department is Media Magic 9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.
proud to offer summer camps for children. Outdoor Sports 10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.
All camps will feature a variety of educational Crafty Kids 11:30 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
and athletic activities tailored to match each Painting/Drawing 1:30 p.m. - 2:20 p.m.
of the “Treasure Chest of Adventure!” themes. Indoor Sports 2:30 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
Each course offered as part of each camp is Mad Scientist 3:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
approximately one hour long. Breakfast & Game Time 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
lunch is available to all participants through
the McAllen I.S.D. Summertime Food Session 1: 370906.02
Program. Session 2: 370906.05
Session 3: 470906.02
PLACE: Lark Community Center, Session 4: 570906.02
2601 Lark Avenue Session 5: 670906.02
TIMES: Mon. - Fri.: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
FEE: $120.00 resident per camp
Ages 10 - 12
$170.00 non-resident per camp
Crafty Kids 9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.
Session 2 Mini-Session
Media Magic 10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.
$60.00 resident per camp
Outdoor Sports 11:30 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
$85.00 non-resident per camp
Indoor Sports 1:30 p.m. - 2:20 p.m.
Mad Scientist 2:30 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
FREE M.I.S.D. Breakfast: 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Painting/Drawing 3:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
FREE M.I.S.D. Lunch: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Game Time 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Parent Pick-Up (Celebration Hall):
5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Session 1: 370906.03
Session 2: 370906.06
Session 3: 470906.03
CAMP DATES Session 4: 570906.03
Session I: Ahoy Matey! June 14 - 25 Session 5: 670906.03
Session II: Anchors Away June 28 - July 2
Session III: Treasure Hunt July 6 - 16
Session IV: On the Crow’s Nest July 19 - 30
Session V: X Marks the Spot August 2 - 13
Ages 5 - 7
Outdoor Sports 9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.
Crafty Kids 10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.
Media Magic 11:30 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Mad Scientist 1:30 p.m. - 2:20 p.m.
Painting/Drawing 2:30 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
Indoor Sports 3:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
Game Time 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Session 1: 370906.01
Session 2: 370906.04
Session 3: 470906.01
Session 4: 570906.01
Session 5: 670906.01
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8. YOUTH EVENING PROGRAMS
This 3 week program meets twice a week. Classes for 3 - 6 year olds are 30
minutes long and classes for 7 and up are 45 minutes long. Fees listed are
per session. Classes are held at Lark Community Center (LCC), Las Palmas
Community Center (LPCC) and Palm View Community Center (PVCC).
session 1 June 14 - July 2 FEES:
session 2 July 6 - 23 $15/resident • $25/non-resident - 30 min. class
session 3 July 26 - August 13 $20/resident • $30/non-resident - 45-60 min. class
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS Program Location Ages Dates Times Session 1 Session 2 Session 3
Ballet & Twinkle Toes - 1st position, 2nd position, Ballet Lpcc 3&4 m&W 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. 390032.i1 490032.i1 590032.i1
now pirouette. Give your child an introductory 5&6 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. 390033.i1 490033.i1 590033.i1
class to ballet. 7-12 6:45 - 7:30 p.m. 390036.i1 490036.i1 590036.i1
Basketball Skills & Drills - Learn the basics of Folklorico Lpcc 3&4 m&W 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. 390042.i1 490042.i1 590042.i1
basketball. Dribbling, passing, shooting and 5&6 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. 390043.i1 490043.i1 590043.i1
footwork are the biggest components and will 7-13 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. 390046.i1 490046.i1 590046.i1
be taught in a fun setting.
Advanced Folklorico Lpcc 8-17 m&W 6:45 - 7:30 p.m. 390056.i1 490056.i1 590056.i1
Beginning Chess - Learn basic strategies and
Hands on Art Lpcc 3-6 m&W 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. 390227.i1 490227.i1 590227.i1
movements for both white and black pieces,
7-12 5:15 - 6:00 p.m. 390227.i2 490227.i2 590227.i2
players will learn timed play as well as non-
Jazz Lpcc 7-12 t&tH 5:15 - 6:00 p.m. 390026.i1 490026.i1 590026.i1
timed play.
Folklorico - In this class, you will learn many 3-4 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. 390022.i1 490022.i1 590022.i1
different styles of traditional Mexican dance 5-6 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. 390023.i1 490023.i1 590023.i1
and choreography. Kids in the Kitchen Lpcc 7-12 t&tH 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. 390276.H1 490276.H1 590276.H1
Hands on Art & Mini Masterpieces - Get your music mania Lpcc 7-12 t&tH 6:15 - 7:00 p.m. 390546.H2 490546.H2 590546.H2
hands dirty with paint, glitter and glue. Enjoy tumbling Lpcc 3&4 t&tH 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. 390352.i1 490352.i1 590352.i1
weekly projects from sewing to sketching. 5&6 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. 390353.i1 490353.i1 590353.i1
Jazz -Smile, shake and strut! Enjoy an intro 7-12 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. 390356.i1 490356.i1 590356.i1
to dance steps with a variety of music from Beginning chess pVcc 7-11 t&tH 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. 370216.H1 470216.H1 570216.H1
across the decades. 12-15 6:45 - 7:30 p.m. 370216.H2 470216.H2 570216.H2
Kids Aerobics - Put away that remote control mini-masterpieces pVcc 7-12 t&tH 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. 370176.H1 470176.H1 570176.H1
and put on your tennis shoes. With this class 4-6 6:45 - 7:15 p.m. 370173.H1 470173.H1 570173.H1
you will join others in a crusade to promote mat-cercise pVcc 4-6 t&tH 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. 370352.H1 470352.H1 570352.H1
fitness in your daily life. 7-12 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. 370353.H1 470353.H1 570353.H1
Kids in the Kitchen - Become a great chef! twinkle toes pVcc 2 yrs. m&W 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. 370332.H1 470332.H1 570032.H1
Experience educational nutritional lectures, 2 yrs. 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. 370332.H2 470332.H2 570032.H2
food preparation and kitchen safety.
3-6 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. 370333.H1 470333.H1 570033.H1
Music Mania - For the music beginner! Learn
Basketball skills Lcc 6-7 m&W 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. 380343.i1 480343.i1 580343.i1
rhythm, keyboarding, voice and music theory!
8-12 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. 380346.i1 480346.i1 580346.i1
Tumbling & Mat-cercise - Learn basic tumbling
Kids Aerobics Lcc 3-5 m&W 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. 380462.H1 480462.H1 580462.H1
skills including forward rolls, back handsprings,
and proper stretching techniques. 6-13 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. 380446.H1 480466.H1 580466.H1
SUPERVISED PLAYGROUND & GYMNASIUM PROGRAM
Warm summer days with loads of fun at the Parks and Recreation Department’s excellent playground and gymnasium programs. Local field
trips and city-wide special events add up to a wonderful summer. A variety of events and activities are planned for the summer. Children with
Special Needs will be accommodated at the Milam Elementary School playground location. The program will conclude with Super Friday, a
day of food, games, swimming and fun at Cascade Park and Pool on Friday, August 13th.
GYMNASIUM LOCATIONS PLAYGROUND LOCATIONS
times: monday through Friday, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Alvarez elementary school - 2606 Gumwood Avenue
AGes: 5 - 12 years for gym program Bonham elementary school - 2400 Jordan road
Fees: Free Gonzalez elementary school - 201 e. martin Avenue
milam elementary school - 3800 n. main street
dAtes: Lincoln middle school - 1601 n. 27th street
Los encinos community police center - 3221 olga Ave.
session 1 - June 14 - August 13 class # 960996.t1
times: monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fossum middle school - 7800 n. Ware rd Fee: none
session 1 - June 14 - August 13 class # 960996.B1 AGes: 5 - 12 years for playground program
dAtes: June 14 - August 13, 2010
reGistrAtion: on site (no need to pre-register, however
parental/guardian information is required.)
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9. SUMMER THEATER
This Summer Theater program will include the rehearsal and
performance of a full theatrical play and a musical, including all
aspects of technical production. We are looking for a maximum
“company” of 65 (cast & crew). Performances will be held at the
McAllen Auditorium on July 30th & 31st. Auditions involve singing,
reading and movement; but there is no need to prepare. Even if
you are only seeking a crew position, you MUST attend.
AUdition: June 14 & 15, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
pLAce: Las palmas community center
reHeArsALs: June 14 - July 30
monday - Friday, 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
sHoW dAtes: July 30 & 31
AGes: 8 - 14 (adult assistance welcomed)
FEE: $40/residents • $65/non-residents
(includes t-shirt)
cLAss #: 361606.L1
CHEER & TUMBLING CAMP TEEN TIME
Show your spirit and join the best Cheer Camp around! You will Are you a teenager looking to do something fun and exciting this
learn many types of chants, cheers, jumps and stunts to make you summer? Take advantage of the many activities offered through the
the best cheerleader ever. On the last day of camp show off all Palm View Community Center’s Teen Time program. Activities include
you have learned for your family. (Bring snack and drink if you get art, indoor and outdoor sports, dance, acting, cooking and games. Try
hungry when you cheer.) new things, hang out with your friends and make new ones. Above
all, enjoy a summer of fun! Field Trip Fridays are awarded through
FEE: $30/resident • $40/non-resident per session a point system. Guest speakers introduce you to the community. A
AGES: 6-7, 8-10, 11-15 t-shirt is included for all participants. The program is open to students
PLACE: Brown Middle School entering 6th graders through 16 years old. Groups will be divided by
TIMES: Monday - Thursday 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. age. Age groups are: 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15/16 There are limited spots
(Open play from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. in each age group. Contact Palm View Community Center at (956)
Instruction begins at 1:00 p.m.) 681-3360 for more information.
Age 6-7 Age 8-10 Age 11-15
dAtes: session 1 June 14 - 25 361556.K1 361556.K2 361556.K3 AGES: 6th grade to 16 years
session 2 June 28 - Jul 9 461556.K1 461556.K2 461556.K3 PLACE: Palm View Community Center
session 3 July 12 - July 23 561556.K1 561556.K2 561556.K3 DATES: Monday-Thursday TIMES: 1:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
session 4 July 26 - August 6 661556.K1 661556.K2 661556.K3 POINT SYSTEM FRIDAY TRIP TIMES: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
FEE: $15/resident • $25/non-resident per session
REGISTRATION:
SPORTS SPECTACULAR CAMP No mail-in or online registration will be accepted
“Let’s Get It Started!” Join us in a morning of supervised activities for this program. Please register in person at
and sports sure to get your child up and in gear. Three hours of Palm View Community Center.
competitive play with the focus on team sports and organized games.
Each day will be divided into three sessions featuring a wide variety dAtes: session 1 June 14 - 25
of activities including old favorites such as baseball, basketball, session 2 June 28 - July 9
volleyball, and soccer, and new sports like dodgeball, badminton, session 3 July 12 - July 23
kickball, floor hockey, and many more. If you want to get out and session 4 July 26 - August 6
be active this summer, the Sports Spectacular is the place to get it
started. DANCE CAMP
Come learn the newest and coolest dance moves to the hottest
LOCATION: Palm View Community Center music in town. Dance camp will teach you Drill Team, Ballet, Jazz
DATES: Monday - Friday and Pop style dances. Come join us for all the fun. (Bring a snack
and drink if you get hungry when you dance.)
session dAtes: session 1: June 14 - 25 session 2: June 28 - July 9
session 3: July 12 - July 23 session 4: July 26 - August 6 FEE: $30/resident • $40/non-resident
AGES: 6-7, 8-10, 11-15
TIMES: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. FEE: $40/resident • $60/non-resident PLACE: Brown Middle School
session 1 session 2 session 3 session 4 TIMES: Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Ages 4-6 370982.L1 470982.L1 570982.L1 670982.L1 (Open play from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Ages 7-9 370983.L1 470983.L1 570983.L1 670983.L1 Instruction begins at 9:00 a.m.)
Ages 10-12 370984.L1 470984.L1 570984.L1 670984.L1 Age 6-7 Age 8-10 Age 11-15
dAtes: session 1 June 14 - 25 361506.K1 361506.K2 361506.K3
session 2 June 28 - July 9 461506.K1 461506.K2 461506.K3
session 3 July 12 - July 23 561506.K1 561506.K2 561506.K3
session 4 July 26 - August 6 661506.K1 661506.K2 661506.K3
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10. QUINTA MAZATLAN
McAllen Wing of the World Birding Center
600 Sunset Drive in McAllen • 956-681-3370
www.quintamazatlan.com
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Tuesday-Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Thursday Family Nights until dark
DIREC TIONS:
take exp. 83 to 10th st. exit. travel south on 10th st. turn east on sunset (Hotel on corner).
proceed along sunset to Quinta mazatlan gates with parking out front.
FUN!!!
SUMMER KICK-OFF EVENT
Using Forensics - Wildlife Crime Scene
Become a crime scene investigator! Recreate crime
scenes, track down suspects, piece together clues
and help solve crimes against wildlife!
LIVE BIRDS OF PREY SHOW Session 2: July 20-23 Class #: 362022.03
By “Last Chance Forever”
from San Antonio, TX Art in Nature - Level II
Thursday, June 10, 2010 Create artwork based on forms found in nature.
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Use natural materials like clay, stone, and natural
Free Family Fun and education pigments to create a masterpiece!
for All Ages!!! Sponsored by Dr. Chris A. Freels Orthodontics Session 2: August 3-6 Class #: 362022.04
NATURE DISCOVERY CAMP THURSDAY EVENING EXPLORATION
A unique experience every week! A combination
Bring the family from July thru August for evening STORY & STROLL
of indoor and outdoor adventure, games, wildlife Children will enjoy listening to a short story about
nature talks and walks. Summer Series sponsored by
exploration, scavenger hunts, science and art. birds, plants, and other wildlife followed by a stroll
Dr. Chris A. Freels Orthodontics
in our Thornforest!
AdVAnce reGistrAtion: required (on-line or in person)
reserVAtion: no Advance registration required.
FEE: $40 per child per camp (Residents) • $60 (Non-Residents) reserVAtion: no Advance registration required.
Fee: $2.00 adults, $1.00 children & seniors
time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fee: $2.00 adult, $1.00 children & seniors
(Free with membership)
dAtes: 8 unique camps (one week each - tuesday to Friday) in June, (free with membership)
time: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July and August time: 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
dAte: thursday evenings
note: Bring a light snack, water, bug spray, hat, sunscreen and tennis dAtes: saturday afternoons (June - August)
AGes: All ages
shoes to camp. AGes: children ages 4 to 8
June 17 “Scavenger Hunt” through our Thornforest
Ages 6-8 June 24 Captain Crab & the Clean Beach Patrol June 19 My Nest is Best by P.D. Eastman
Texas Wildlife Rangers July 1 Gladys Porter Zoo Animal Ambassadors Mr. Bird thinks his nest is the best—until Mrs. Bird
Texas plants, animals, and even Texas dinosaurs! July 8 “Thornforest Theatre” on the Trails tells him he’s wrong. After trying to find the perfect
Learn all about them and how it’s all connected. July 15 Meet the Lorax, Dr. Seuss’ environmental friend! home, she realizes their old nest was best after all.
Session 1: June 15-18 Class #: 362021.01 July 22 Lucas Miller “Singing Zoologist” June 26 There was a Coyote Who Swallowed a Flea
July 29 LIVE Reptiles with Danny Conner by Jennifer Ward
2, 4, 6, 8 Who will we investigate! August 5 “A Jurassic Evening” with the famous A story about a coyote that swallows a flea & other
Take a tour on four fabulous adventures down into Dinosaur George, of the History Channel . animals. Come read about what else he swallows!
the world of crawly creatures! Don’t miss out as we July 3 Feathers for Lunch by Loise Ehlert
discover the Thornforest! Children will be sent on a fun backyard adventure
Session 1: June 29 - July 2 Class #: 362021.02 JUNIOR MASTER GARDENER as a sneaky cat tries to catch tasty birds for lunch. A
Kids, Become a Wildlife Gardener Today! wonderful introduction to bird-watching!
Tree-tectives! - Investigating the Environment July 10 Stellaluna by Janell Cannon
through Trees reserVAtion: no Advance registration required. An incredible short story about a baby bat that is
Explore the benefits of trees. Uncover decomposers, (unless bringing a large group-please call) separated from her mother and is raised by birds.
listen to soil stories, play games and create tree art! Fee: $5.00 per student (supplies included) July 17 Life in the Slow Lane - A Desert Tortoise Tale
Session 2: July 13-16 Class #: 362021.03 time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. by Conrad J. Storad
AGes: recommended 2nd to 5th grade Is life in the “slow lane” really better? Learn about a
Art in Nature - Level One dAtes: 3rd saturday of the month tortoise and its adaptations to survive in the desert.
Bring the wonders of the wild to canvas. Learn note: Gardening series continues through december 3rd July 24 BIRDS by Kevin Henkes
techniques with materials from our Thornforest! Children will enjoy this picture book with pages of
Session 2: July 27-30 Class #: 362021.04 June 19 Outdoors with Forest Friends colorful birds in all sizes, shapes, and colors.
Celebrate “Great Outdoors Month”! Learn about July 31 Flower Garden by Eva Bunting
Ages 9-12 the life cycle of insects, and investigate how bats Enjoy the rhyming text and illustrations that evoke
Ecstatic About Energy! navigate and find food. Students will paint a bat the excitement and love associated with flowers,
Discover the science of energy while having an house to take home! birthdays, and surprises.
electrifying time exploring the forest. Engage in fun August 7 Duck & Goose by Tad Hills
experiments using magnets, batteries, and the Sun. July 17 What’s on the Menu for Wildlife? Children will learn about sharing & caring with this
Session 1: June 22-25 Class #: 362022.01 Hike our trails and identify wildlife food sources. fun book about a duck & goose who find an egg.
Create a “Critter Menu” & Bird Buffet to take home!
“Into the Wild” – An Outdoor Living Skills Camp
Learn how to live off the land! Learn animal tracking August 21 Mr. McGregor & Peter Rabbit
techniques and conquer your fear of getting lost by It’s time for Peter Rabbit and Mr. McGregor to
sharpening your navigation and orienteering skills. understand different points of view. Explore the use
Session 1: July 6-9 Class #: 362022.02 of plants as food for wildlife and people. Take home
a food plant for a wildlife garden!
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11. MOVIES IN THE PARK
Come join the fun! Every Saturday evening at Archer Park
(101 N. Broadway) there will be a movie favorite
waiting for you and your family.
Pack your picnic basket, some blankets, and bring out
the whole family for some big screen favorites.
All features start at dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.)
SPONSORED BY:
Enjoy our Movies in the Park Series on Maximus,
our giant inflatable movie screen. Admission is FREE!
June 5th
MONSTERS VS. ALIENS
When a meteorite hits a young
girl and douses her with the
alien liquid Quantonium it turns
her into a 48 foot monster. She
is taken to a secret government
compound where she meets
a ragtag group of monsters.
This crew of reluctant heroes is
asked to save the earth from the evil alien Gallaxhar
in this comedy.
Animated Feature
Voices by: reese Witherspoon, seth rogen, paul rudd
dreamWorks Animation; directed by conrad Vernon & rob Letterman
rated pG; 94 minutes; 2009
June 12th July 10th July 31st
WHERE THE WILD THE BLIND SIDE HARRY POTTER AND
THINGS ARE This film is the true story of THE PRISONER OF
This adaptation the classic Michael Oher, a homeless AZKABAN
children’s story follows Max, African-American youngster Harry, Ron and Hermione return
a disobedient little boy who from a broken home. Michael to for their third year to Hogwart’s
is sent to bed without dinner. was taken in by a wealthy white School of Witchcraft and
Max then creates an imaginary family who helped him fulfill his Wizardry. An escaped prisoner
forest world populated by the potential as a person and as an named Sirius Black seems to
wild things, exotic monsters and athlete. He worked hard on the pose a threat to Harry but is he
ferocious creatures who embrace Max as their ruler. field and in the classroom and became a first round really a foe… or a friend. The answer provides a
catherine Keener, James Gandolfini, Forest Whitaker pick in the 2009 NFL Draft. shocking revelation about what happened 12 years
Warner Bros.; directed by spike Jonze sandra Bullock, Kathy Bates, tim mcGraw ago when Harry got his famous scar!
rated pG; 101 minutes; 2009 Warner Bros.; directed by John Lee Hancock daniel radcliffe, rupert Grint, emma Watson, Gary oldman
rated pG-13; 128 minutes; 2009 Warner Bros.; directed by Alfonso cuaron
June 19th rated pG; 136 minutes; 2004
G.I. JOE July 17th
A military unit known as G.I.JOE SHREK THE THIRD
uses next-generation military Shrek will become the next King
equipment to fight the arms August 21st
if he can’t find a replacement for
dealer Destro & the growing Saturday Night Dive-In
King Harold. Shrek, Donkey and
threat of the Cobra organization. Puss-in-Boots find that their best Los Encinos Pool
The action takes us from the candidate, rebellious Medieval 3300 Sarah Ave.
Egyptian desert to the polar ice high school slacker Artie, proves Pool opens at 6:00 pm
caps. to be more of a challenge than Movie begins at 8:00 pm
sienna miller, dennis Quaid, channing tatum they bargained for. $2 pubic swim fee
paramount pictures; directed by stephen sommers Animated Feature
rated pG-13; 118 minutes Voices by: mike myers, eddie murphy,cameron diaz, Antonio Banderas FINDING NEMO
dreamWorks pictures;directed by chris miller The wizards at Pixar take us
June 26th rated pG; 92 minutes; 2007 under the sea to the world of clownfish Marlin
CLOUDY WITH and his son Nemo. When the defiant Nemo takes
A CHANCE OF July 24th off from his dad and gets captured by a tropical
MEATBALLS HOTEL FOR DOGS fish seeker he finds himself stuck in a fishbowl
A scientist who tries to solve The story revolves around in a dentist’s office. Marlin and his wacky friend
world hunger only to see things two orphaned teenagers who Dory embark on an epic journey to find his son.
go awry as food falls from the sky decide to turn an abandoned
in abundance. This is the most Animated Feature
building into a safe haven for Voices by: Albert Brooks, ellen deGeneres, Alexander Gould,
delicious event since macaroni stray dogs.
met cheese. Geoffrey rush
emma roberts, don cheadle, Lisa Kudrow
Animated Feature Buena Vista pictures; directed by Andrew stanton
dreamWorks pictures; directed by thor
Voices by: Andy samberg, Anna Faris, James caan Freudenthal rated G; 100 minutes; 2003
columbia pictures; directed by christopher miller and phil Lord rated pG; 100 minutes; 2009
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1.- City Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1300 Houston 32
2.- Parks and Recreation Ofice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000 S. Ware Rd.
3.- Palm View Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4 Mile S. Ware Rd.
4.- Las Palmas Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1921 N. 25th St.
5.- Lark Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2601 Lark 25
6.- Palm View Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3401 Jordan Rd.
7.- International Museum of Art & Science. . . . 1900 Nolana Loop
8.-
9.-
McAllen Memorial Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .601 N. Main St.
Boy’s Club Municipal Swimming Pool . . . . . . 617 S. 27th Street
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10.- Municipal Swimming Pool & Park . . 1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd.
11.-
12.-
Cascade Swimming Pool & Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000 S. Bales Rd.
Los Encinos Swimming Pool & Park. . . . . . . . . . .3300 Sarah Ave.
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13.- Archer Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 N. Broadway
14.- Westside Park & Softball Complex. . . . . . . . . . . 1000 S. Ware Rd.
15.- Brown Middle School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2700 S. Ware Rd.
16.- De Leon Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4201 N. 29th St.
17.- Cathey Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800 N. Cynthia 14 9
18.- Bonham Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2400 Jordan Rd. 2
19.- Gonzalez Elementary School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201 E. Martin Ave.
20.- Rayburn Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7000 N. Main
21.- Memorial High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 E. Hackberry Ave.
22.- McAllen High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2021 La Vista Ave.
23.-
24.-
McAllen Memorial Stadium . . . . . . . . . . 2001 Bicentennial Blvd.
Morris Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1400 Trenton Rd.
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25.- Nikki Rowe High School & Natatorium . . . . . . 2101 N. Ware Rd. 6
26.- Boxer Hernandez Stadium & Track. . . . . . 101 E. Hackberry Ave.
27.- McAllen High School Tennis Courts . . . . . . . . 2021 La Vista Ave.
28.- Alvarez Elementary School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2606 Gumwood Ave. 3
29.- Sam Houston Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . .3221 Olga Ave.
30.- Milam Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3800 Main St.
31.- Crockett Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2112 N. Main St.
32.- De Leon Sports Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4201 N. 29th St. 29
33.- Bill Schupp Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1300 Zinnia
34.-
35.-
Quinta Mazatlan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .600 Sunset Dr.
Jackson Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .501 W. Harvey Ave.
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36.- Travis Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600 W. Houston Ave.
37.- Lincoln Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1601 N. 27th St.
38.- Michael E. Fossum Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . 7800 N. Ware Rd.
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14. TEAM TENNIS
Team Tennis is for the experienced tennis
players (ages 6 - 18 years) who want to
improve their stroke, game strategy, and ball
placement while working toward regional and
state competition. Participants who qualify
for advanced competition are responsible for
their own travel expenses.
LocAtion: mcAllen High school tennis courts
T.A.A.F. PROGRAMS TRACK & FIELD 23rd street & La Vista Avenue
The McAllen Parks and Recreation Memorial High School’s “ALFREDO ‘BOXER’ dAtes: June 7 - August 8; monday through thursday
Department is proud to offer Texas Amateur HERNANDEZ” Stadium will be the home of time: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Athletic Federation (TAAF) programs for the McFun 2010 T.A.A.F. Track & Field Program cLAss #: 350766.06
competitive athletes. Athletes will compete under the direction of Coach Tony Trejo and FEES: $80/resident • $120/non-resident
against other teams and individuals from many returning coaches. Valley T.A.A.F. track includes membership in UstA and tAAF &
across the Rio Grande Valley and the state of meets are scheduled throughout the summer, entry into the mcAllen open.
Texas in golf, swimming, tennis and track and beginning June 11. So don’t delay…. come reGistrAtion: participants must be registered by
field. Teams will attend local tournaments be on a winning team! Join “Team McAllen”! June 30, 2010 to be elgible for
and meets and earn the opportunity to Participants who qualify for advanced state tournament.
compete at the regional level. Qualifying competition are responsible for their own
athletes will earn a chance to compete in travel expenses.
T.A.A.F. SUMMER SWIM TEAM
the Games of Texas, a week-long Olympic-
Join the Swim Team for an opportunity to
style competition featuring a number of LocAtion: memorial High school track
receive specialized instruction and compete in
sports. This year’s Games of Texas will be 101 e. Hackberry Ave.
swim meets across the Valley. Top swimmers
held August 5-8 in Waco. Experienced dAte: may 17-August 8, monday - Friday
can advance to the Games of Texas! To qualify,
tennis players, golfers, swimmers and track cLAss #: 350506.06
participants must be able to swim 50 yards
and field athletes are invited to join this times: 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
comfortably, and have no fear of the water.
program. A complete schedule of meets and AGe: 5 years - 18 years
Swimmers cannot have participated in U.S.S.
competitions will be provided once classes FEE: $60.00/resident • $85.00/non-resident.
swim meets, beginning January 1, 2010
begin. T.A.A.F. Membership is included in includes t.A.A.F. membership and insurance
class fee. Meet entry/tournament fees are and t-shirt(does not include individual meet
not included. entry fees that each athlete must pay.)
reGistrAtion: participants must be registered by
June 30, 2010 to be elgible for state meet.
meets: Friday local meets tBA. regional meet
at mcAllen Veterans memorial stadium
(July 16-17)
LocAtion: nikki rowe natatorium
dAtes: June 7 - August 8; monday - Friday
TEAM GOLF time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. (intermediate)
Team Golf is for the experienced golfers cLAss #: 340966-B1
(ages 7-18 years) who want to improve their time: 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Advanced)
game play while working towards regional cLAss #: 340967-B1
and state competition within Region 2 of AGe: 6 years - 18 years
the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation. A FEE: $60/residents • $85/non-residents
playing test will be required before joining reGistrAtion: participants must be registered by
the team. Testing will be scheduled on June 30, 2010 to be elgibile for state meet.
Monday, June 7. The team will participate in meets: Local saturday meet locations tBA.
tournaments during the summer. Players will regional meet in roma, tX on July 10, 2010.
be responsible for entry and green fees at
these tournaments. T.A.A.F. PARENTS’ MEETINGS:
All parents of athletes participating in TAAF
LocAtion: palm View Golf course - 2699 s. Ware road programs will be REQUIRED to attend an
dAtes: June 7 - August 8, monday through Friday informational meeting on Thursday, June 10
time: 4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at 7:00 p.m. at Palm View Community Center.
FEES: $80/resident • $120/non-resident We will provide you with information for the
includes t.A.A.F. membership. upcoming summer and your child’s programs.
(All tournament fees are extra.) Parents of athletes that qualify for the Games
collared shirt and soft spike shoes are required of Texas will be required to attend a meeting
on the course. Thursday, July 29 at 7:00 p.m. at Palm View
Weekly golf tournament locations tBA. Community Center. We will discuss travel,
reGistrAtion: participants must be registered by June 30, expenses and general information regarding
2010 to be elgible for state tournament. the trip to Waco August 5-8. NOTE: The
cLAss #: 350646.06 minimum age to travel with Team McAllen is
eight years of age.
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15. TENNIS INSTRUCTION
(TINY TOTS, YOUTH, TEENS & ADULTS)
Discover the lifetime sport of tennis. Classes are designed to introduce the beginner to
fun-filled court action and prepare the advanced player for match play. This program
will provide instruction in forehand, backhand, and the serve. Classes will progress to
rally, basic court position play and court strategy. Age groups may be combined due to
number of registrations. For the Tiny Tots (4 - 6 yr.), an introduction to the basic elements
of tennis will be taught. Specially designed equipment may be used on modified courts.
SOME RACQUETS MAY BE PROVIDED FOR THE TINY TOTS. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED!
LocAtion: mcAllen High school tennis courts - 2101 LaVista
dAtes: Session 1: June 14 - June 25 monday-Friday
Session 2: July 5 - July 16, monday-Friday (no class during mcAllen open on Friday, July 9.) ADULT GOLF LESSONS
Session 3: July 19 - July 30, monday-Friday Beginner and Intermediate lessons will
Session 4: August 9 - August 20 monday-Friday provide an introduction to the fundamentals
FEE: $40/residents • $60/non-residents; ten morning sessions of golf at the Palm View Golf Course. Lessons
$35/residents • $55/non-residents; eight evening sessions (Classes not held on Friday) will cover stance, grip, etiquette and rules as
well as driving, putting and chipping. Clubs are
provided if you don’t have your own. Collared
shirt and soft spike shoes are required.
pLAce: palm View Golf course - 2699 s. Ware road
FEE: $60/resident • $85/non-resident
dAtes: Session 1: may 30 - June 25 class #: 350628.K1
Session 2: July 5 - 30 class #: 350628.K2
Session 3: August 9 - 20 class #: 350628.K3
(1/2 off)
times: tuesday and thursday 6:15 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
YOUTH GOLF CAMP
The McAllen Parks and Recreation Department
will host a series of four golf camps for
students ages 7-17 at Palm View Golf Course.
Instructors will supervise the camp and will
YOUTH TENNIS INSTRUCTION introduce students to the rules, etiquette
MORNING TIMES: and skills of golf. Instruction will emphasize
Class 1 - 8:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4
driving, pitching and putting. Instruction will
Tiny Tots (4-6 yrs) 350713.L1 450713.L1 550713.L1 650713.L1 be progressive and focused on enhancing
Youth 1 (7-9 yrs) 350724.L1 450724.L1 550724.L1 existing skills. Players will participate in a
Youth 2 (10-12 yrs) 350735.L1 450735.L1 550735.L1 final day tournament for awards. Parents are
invited to attend this event. A collared shirt is
Class 2 - 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. required on the course. If golf spikes are worn
Tiny Tots (4-6 yrs) 350713.L2 450713.L2 550713.L2 650713.L2 they must be soft spikes.
Youth 1 (7-9 yrs) 350724.L2 450724.L2 550724.L2
Youth 2 (10-12 yrs) 350735.L2 450735.L2 550735.L2 pLAce: palm View Golf course - 2699 s. Ware road
Teens (13 - 16 yrs) 350747.L2 450747.L2 550747.L2
FEE: $50/resident • $70/non-resident
Class 3 - 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. dAtes: Session 1: June 14 - 25 class #: 350636.L1
Tiny Tots (4-6 yrs) 350713.L3 450713.L3 550713.L3 650713.L3 Session 2: July 5 - July 16 class #: 350636.L2
Session 3: July 19 - 30 class #: 350636.L3
EVENING TIMES: Session 4: August 9 - 20 class #: 350636.L4
Class 4 - 6:00 p.m. - 6:50 p.m. Monday - Thursday times: monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Tiny Tots (4-6 yrs) 350713.L4 450713.L4 550713.L4 650713.L4
Youth 1 (7-9 yrs) 350724.L4 450724.L4 550724.L4 650724.L4
Youth 2 (10-12 yrs) 350735.L4 450735.L4 550735.L4 650735.L4
Teens (13 - 16 yrs) 350747.L4 450747.L4 550747.L4 650747.L4
Class 5 - 7:00 p.m. - 7:50 p.m. Monday - Thursday
Tiny Tots (4-6 yrs) 350713.L5 450713.L5 550713.L5 650713.L5
Youth 1 (7-9 yrs) 350724.L5 450724.L5 550724.L5 650724.L5
Youth 2 (10-12 yrs) 350735.L5 450735.L5 550735.L5 650735.L5
ADULT TENNIS INSTRUCTION
EVENING TIMES:
Class 1 - 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday
Adults (17 & up) 350758.I1 450758.I1 550758.I1 650758.I1
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