Life is Grand Fall 2009

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At Loyd Park enjoy the first annual Ultimate Outdoor Experience where you will see a varietyof displays and exhibits including RV's, Boats, Motorcycles, ATV's, Personal Watercraft, Carsand Trucks! Come and enjoy Outdoor Recreation, Live Music, Food, Beer andWine, and plentyof brand new outdoor toys!

Come enjoy live music by many of the Dallas Observer Music Award Bands. Admission to theevent is free with a $10 parking fee (unless you bring the coupon below!!). Call the Parks andRecreation office for more information at 972.237.8100 or visit www.GrandFunGP.com.

Contacts

Special Events

Sports in the Community

Aquatics

Youth 2-12

Tween & Teens

Grown Ups 18+

Active Adults 50+

Park Map & Matrix

Calendar of Events

City News Section

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TABLE OF CONTENTS


Administration

Rick HeroldDirector ofParks & Recreation972.237.8375 • [email protected]

Duane StrawnManager of Parks and Lake972.237.8106 • [email protected]

Danny BoykinSr. Superintendentof Recreation972.237.8084 • [email protected]

Tim ShinogleManager of ParkPlanning & Development972.237.8104 • [email protected]

Gary YakeschManager ofBusiness Operations972.237.8178 • [email protected]

Kurt BensonFacility Services Manager972.237.8017 • [email protected]

Linda LongSr. Recreation Supervisor972.237.8243 • [email protected]

Ken UnkartPark Planner972.237.8110 • [email protected]

Steve PlumerSr. Parks Project Manager972.237.8392 • [email protected]

Susan HensonHorticulturist/Arborist972.237.8102 • [email protected]

Doug BeichSupervisor of Special Events972.237.8112 • [email protected]

Beverly GroganCommunity Events Coordinator972.237.8329 • [email protected]

Chris CatoMarketing & Communications972.237.8355 • [email protected]

Kelly EddlemonMarketing & Communications972.237.8339 • [email protected]

Facilities

Bob McGlothlinSr. Superintendentof Lake Parks817.467.2104 • [email protected]

Chip NamiRuthe Jackson CenterGeneral Manager972.237.7501 • [email protected]

Gregg DriggersGPMemorial GardensGeneral Manager972.237.3002 • [email protected]

Elspeth McDonaldUptown Theater Manager972.237.8409 • [email protected]

Parish LoweryBowles Life Center Supervisor972.237.7529 • [email protected]

Rosalind MillerDalworth RecreationCenter Supervisor972.264.7670 • [email protected]

Dan ConoleySenior CitizenCenter Supervisor972.264.4975 • [email protected]

Michael LevyCharley TaylorRecreation Center Supervisor972.264.6890 • [email protected]

Amanda AlmsAquatics Supervisor972.263.8174 • [email protected]

Rod HayesAthletics972.237.8109 • [email protected]

Jamie MillerGolf Course Superintendent972.264.9034 • [email protected]

Glenn SockwellPrairie Lakes HeadGolf Professional972.263.0661 • [email protected]

Mark ViskoskiTangle Ridge - Director of Golf972.299.6837

Contacts

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Administration Office326 W. Main St.972-237-8100Mon-Fri 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Alliance Skate Park1002 Lone Star Pkwy.972-262-4479Mon-Fri 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.Sat 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.Sun 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Athletics - Bowles Life Center 2750 Graham St.972-237 7533Mon-Fri 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Bowles Life Center2750 Graham St.972-237-7529Mon – Thurs 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.Fri 6 a.m. – 7 p.m.Sat 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.Sun ClosedMon-Fri open at 5 a.m. for Grand Plan Members

Charley Taylor Recreation Center601 E. Grand Prairie Rd.972-264-6890Mon – Thurs Noon – 9 p.m.Fri Noon – 6 p.m.Sat 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Sun Closed

Church Street Nutrition Center503 W. Church St.972-262-6673Mon-Fri 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Dalworth Recreation Center2012 Spikes St.972-264-7670Mon – Thurs Noon – 9 p.m.Fri Noon – 7 p.m.Sat 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Sun Closed

Grand Prairie MemorialGardens3001 S. Belt Line Rd.972-237-3001Mon-Fri 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Kirby Creek Indoor Pool3201 Corn Valley Rd.972-263-8174Mon-Thurs 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.Fri-Sat 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Lake Parks OfficeLoyd Park3401 Ragland Rd. 817-467-2104Mon-Fri 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Prairie Lakes Golf Course3202 S.E. 14th St.972-263-0661Everyday Dawn – Dusk

Ruthe Jackson Center3113 S. Carrier Pkwy.972-237- 7500Mon-Fri 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Senior Center925 Conover Dr.972-264-4975Mon & Tues 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.Wed & Fri 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.Thurs 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Tangle Ridge Golf Course818 Tangle Ridge Dr.972-299-6837Everyday Dawn - Dusk

Uptown Theater120 E. Main St.972-237-UPTNCall for hours.

PPaarrkkss aanndd RReeccrreeaattiioonn BBooaarrddThe Parks and Recreation Board is an advi-sory board to the City Council on parks,recreation and related developments. Citi-zens are encouraged to attend and providevaluable input. Meetings are the 4thWednesday of the month at City Hall Brief-ing Room at 6:30 p.m.Joe ArredondoJim DartPatrick GreenwadeJonathan HeadChristina KangTony LawrenceSallye MooreBJ NicholsDavid Pecor

CCoommmmiissssiioonn oonn AAggiinnggThe Commission on Aging is an advisorycommittee that makes recommendations tothe City Council regarding the senior popu-lation in Grand Prairie. Citizens are encour-aged to attend and provide valuable input.Meetings are the 2nd Wednesday eachmonth at 11 a.m. and location varies to garner additional input. Please call 972-237-8100 for monthly locations.Alta BrownGaldino CastroWilliam KrugRoxcie McCullerMike RehfeldOuida SmithJeanne StreeterGreg WigginsDr. Carolyn Williamson

GRAND PRAIRIE PARKS – BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

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Dog Obedience ClassesMcFalls Building –To have a well-behaved dog withmanners, these classes are a must!Taught by Valerie Fare, who has 33years of experience training dogs, thebeginner class includes a doggie carecourse to help you be a better petowner. Dog will learn to walk on aloose leash, to sit, down, stand, stay andcome when called. Classes start Aug.25, 2009; and Oct. 13, 2009. Classesconducted at the McFalls Building,1300 SW 3rd St. To register,call Valerie Fare 972-988-1338.Class Times:Beginner 7 - 8 p.m.Advanced 8 - 8:45 p.m.

Doggie Splash –11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Sat., Sept. 12& Sat. Sept. 19Splash Factory601 E. Grand Prairie Rd.Tired of your typical dog park?Then come get wet and wild with yourpet as we turn the Splash Factory into adoggie water park. This facility offersthe perfect height for any size dog.Your dog will beg you to stay.Cost $5 per pet.

Fiesta Grand Prairie –Sat., Sept. 12, at City Hall Plaza(300 block of West Main Street)Due to the swine flu public health con-cerns this past May, organizers post-poned the annual Cinco de Mayocelebration to September. All the activ-ities and family fun of the May eventhave just been moved to September forthis year only.The city’s largest annual parade willkick off activities at 10:00 a.m., at EastMain and N.E. 14th Street, proceedingwest on Main to City Hall Plaza. Freeentertainment will be staged from noonto 6 p.m., with more than 25 GrandPrairie ISD performing groups, mari-achi bands and solo artists. “FiestaGrand Prairie” will also feature arts &crafts booths, informational exhibits,kiddie rides and plenty of Tex-Mexfood favorites. For more informationcall 972-237-8100.

Diez y Seis – Bowles Life Center –Wed., Sept. 16 6 - 8 p.m.2750 Graham St.In recognition of Mexico’s Independ-ence, join the festivities at Bowles asthe community enjoys music, refresh-ments and entertainment. FREE.

Kids Fishing Day –Noon - 4 p.m., Sat., Sept. 26Mike Lewis Park lagoon2600 N. CarrierKids 16 years and under come fishingfor FREE! Prizes will be awarded byage divisions (1-6, 7-11, 12-16) in thefollowing categories: Biggest fish,smallest fish and most fish caught.Anglers are encouraged to bring theirown gear and bait. The lagoon will bestocked with catfish, but the waters arealso home to sunfish, crappie and oth-ers. A limited number of loaner rodsand reels will be available on a first-come basis—while the supply lasts.The event is free but on-site registrationis required to be eligible for prizes.Anyone 17 years or older is welcome tofish after 4 p.m., or any day after theevent with a valid Texas fishing license.For more information call 972-237-8100 or visit www.GrandFunGP.com.


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Tommy Alverson’s Family GatheringTexas Music at the Lake! –Oct. 1-3, Loyd Park3401 Ragland RdThis Texas music festival is the 12thannual, and will feature a weekendlineup of different Texas Country musicartists every day. Camp at the lake orcome in for the day. For park informa-tion call 817-467-2104 or visitGrandFunGP.com. Ticket informationvisit www.TommyAlverson.com.

Teen Mask Making – DalworthAges 13-18. Custom design yourpersonal mask for our upcoming TeenMasquerade Ball. Put your personalswag/touch on your mask. Supplies in-cluded. $5-$15/mask.CCoouurrssee## DDaayyss DDaatteess TTiimmee99114455 SSaatt 1100//1177 99 aa..mm.. -- 11 pp..mm..

Senior Appreciation Week –Oct. 19-23 • Senior Center 901This is a week long series of specialevents, activities, trips and more, just tosay thank you! Everything is FREE!Stop by the Senior Center for a com-plete listing of activities.

Teen Masquerade Ball – DalworthAges 13–18. Encourage your teens toattend our masked ball. Put your for-mal swag on. Join us in designing yourown masks the weekend before the ball.You can bring a date, come withfriends, or attend stag. Refreshments

will be served, while the DJ spins and door prizes. Admission $8/advanceor $10/door. Formal attire and mask required.CCoouurrssee## DDaayyss DDaattee TTiimmee99114444 FFrrii 1100//2233 77--1111 pp..mm..

Loyd Park Hayrides –Sundown - 11 p.m., Fri. - Sat., Oct. 30-31Loyd Park 3401 Ragland Rd.Hayrides take visitors on a tour throughthe park to see all the campsites thatguests have decorated for the sitedecorating contest. From scary tonot-so-scary, the amount of time andcreativity put into these campsites ispretty amazing. Park entrance fee is$10 per vehicle. Call 817-467-2104for more info.

Great Pumpkin Festival –Dalworth – Ghosts and goblinswill not want to miss the hauntingexperience we have planned for Hal-loween night! The spooky fun in-cludes a graveyard, pumpkindrawing, costume contest for all agedivisions, carnival booths, bouncehouses, a pumpkin patch with gamesand prizes for smaller children, lotsof prizes, food, safe fun and much more. CCoouurrssee## DDaayyss DDaatteess TTiimmeeNNAA FFrrii 1100//3300 66::3300 -- 99 pp..mm..

Halloween Carnival –6 - 8 p.m. Fri., Oct. 30 Charley Taylor Recreation Center601 E. Grand Prairie Rd.Join us for our annual Halloween Car-nival at Charley Taylor. Fun for the en-tire family including bounce houses,arts/crafts, candy and fun!!! Event isopen to the public. For more information contact the Center at 972-264-6890.

Trunk or Treat –5-8 p.m., Fri., Oct. 30Bowles Life Center, 2750 GrahamEveryone knows that when it’s Hal-loween time, Bowles is the place to be!Join us as we go car by car “Trunk orTreating” throughout the Bowles park-ing lot. Once you have lots of goodiesin your bag, head inside and experiencethe Bowles Haunted House or enjoytime in the game rooms and gymna-sium. All ages welcome. FREE!

Pool Pumpkin Pick and Paint –1 - 6 p.m., Sat., Oct. 31Kirby Creek Heated Indoor PoolCome join us at the pool. Jump in andswim with all the pumpkins and pickout your favorite. After hunting downjust the right one you can decorate it forHalloween. Come in at 1 p.m. and stayto swim all day. Fee: $2 per swimmer.


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Veterans Day Ceremony10 a.m. Wed., Nov. 11Veterans’Memorial • 901 Conover Dr.Honoring all Veterans, our celebrationwill feature a vintage aircraft flyover,bag pipers, 21 gun salute and a specialVeterans’ Day message. Enjoy an all-American lunch of hot dogs and lemon-ade after the ceremony. If you are aVeteran and have a story to tell aboutyour military experience, we would behonored if you would allow us to inter-view you on camera immediately fol-lowing the ceremony. The interviewsover the years are being compiled on aDVD to forever remember our heroes.

Community Thanksgiving DinnerEveryone is invited to share inthis FREE Thanksgiving mealwith your friends and neighbors.The meal is coordinated and sponsoredby the Grand Prairie Parks and Recre-ation Department and the DalworthCarter Oliver Senior Club, which obtaindonations of the food and supplies.Anyone wishing to volunteer to assistor donate food items for the Thanksgiv-ing Dinner may call Rosalind Millerat 972-264-7674.TThhuurrss 1111//1199 22 -- 66 pp..mm..

Holiday Camp – Bowles Life CenterThere’s always something to do at Bowles. While you’re on holiday vacation, come on over and join thefun! Choose from activities in the game

room, gymnasium, aerobics room, li-brary and computer lab. Each holidaycamp week will include organized andstructured play as well as a weekly fieldtrip. Fee: $16/dayCCoouurrssee## DDaayy DDaatteess TTiimmee99225566 MMoonn--FFrrii 1111//2233--2277 77 aa..mm.. -- 66 pp..mm..99225577 MMoonn--FFrrii 1122//2288--11//11 77 aa..mm.. -- 66 pp..mm..

Fall Gardening ClassesFREE classes at Charley Taylor Rec.Center from 6-7 p.m. Call 972-264-6890 to register or email [email protected].

Sept. 17 – Fall Gardens are FunTired of fighting the heat and weeds.Fall gardens avoid all of these problemsplus take less water, fertilizer and sweatequity. Join us to reap the benefits of afall garden.

Sept. 24 – Containing Your GardenAs yards shrink and more people moveinto apartments, the need for smallerplanting areas has increased. One wayto stretch your space is through garden-ing in containers. Join us to learn thetricks to make this endeavor fruitful.

Oct. 1 – Right Tree Right PlaceLearn how to select the right tree forthe perfect location in your yard. Youcan reduce energy bills, increase yourproperty value and better your livingenvironment through the proper selec-tion and placement of trees.

Oct. 8 - Pruning with a PurposeYou will learn in this class how toproperly prune a tree. If not prunedproperly you can reduce the life of atree, change its natural shape and ruin a perfectly good tree. We also learn thereasons for pruning and the right timesto prune all trees and shrubs.

Oct. 15 – Interior GardeningTake the mystery out of growing houseplants. Ever wondered how to makethat plant you received as a gift growand not wither away? We will teach you all the secrets of growing plants inside the home or office.

Oct. 22 – Spring into GardeningLearn to get the jump on spring in thisinformative class. Learn how to preparethe soil, pick the right varieties to in-crease success and crop yield and howand when to harvest. You too can feedthe family with hardy, organic produceon a limited budget.

Prairie Lights6-9 p.m. nightly, Nov. 26 - Dec. 31Lynn Creek Park5700 Lake Ridge ParkwayFour million Christmas lights, twomiles of lighted displays, one must seeevent of the season. Enjoy the holidayspirit with the entire family as you drivethrough 500 lighted displays in LynnCreek Park on Lake Joe Pool, stoppingmidway to enjoy Holiday Village withits food, carnival rides lighted walk-through, and an all new light show setto music. Visit www.PrairieLights.orgor call 972-237-GLOW.


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GGrraanndd PPrraaiirriiee BBooyyss BBaasseebbaallll IInncc..((GGPPBBBBII)) - Boys Baseball has a levelof play for everyone from the begin-ner to competitive. Games are playedat Jennifer McFalls West, CharleyTaylor and Waggoner parks depend-ing on the age division, and we’reforming a 3-4 age T-Ball leagueknown as Wam Ball in 2009. Visitour web site at www.gpbbi.orgLeague registration will be held atthe Grand Prairie Boys Baseball of-fice, 113 S. Center St., in downtownGrand Prairie. For more informationcall 972-266-0801.

GGrraanndd PPrraaiirriiee GGiirrllss SSooffttbbaallll AAssssoocciiaattiioonn ((GGPPGGSSAA)) - Girls Softballprovides a variety of leagues andlevels for those wanting to play andlearn the game of fast pitch softball.Games are played at Jennifer Mc-Falls East Park. Girls Softball fallsign-ups will be conducted Satur-days from Noon – 4 p.m. July 18 -Aug. 22 at Jennifer McFalls EastPark. League play starts Sept. 14.Visit our web site atwww.gpgirlssoftball.comor call 469-767-9107.

Registration Fees:Blast Ball – (boys and girls)Ages 3 and 4 - $256U, 8U and 10U – Ages 5 thru 10 - $65All ages above 10 - $75The above registration feesinclude uniforms.For more information please visit ourweb site at www.gpgirlssoftball.com Registration form available on web site for downloading.

GGrraanndd PPrraaiirriiee SSoocccceerr AAssssoocciiaattiioonn((GGPPSSAA)) - Grand Prairie Soccer Asso-ciation provides soccer leagues forall ages, including adults. Games areplayed at the 18-field MountainCreek Soccer complex. Registration Fees:Under 6 – Under 10 - $80 (Includes

uniforms, practice sessions and insurance)Under 11 – Under 19 - $80(Includes practice sessions and insurance)Adults - $80 (includes insurance)Visit our web site atwww.gpsoccer.net, or for more information call 972-264-4424.Online registration is available at theweb site. Registration is also available at the GPSA office located2305 Oak Lane Ste. 127 duringposted hours. Please email questions to [email protected].

GGrraanndd PPrraaiirriiee YYoouutthh FFoooottbbaallll AAssssoocciiaattiioonn ((GGPPYYFFAA)) - Grand PrairieYouth Football Association providesa tackle and flag football program forGrand Prairie youth. Also, GPYFAhas a Cheerleading program that co-incides with the fall football season.All games are played Saturdays be-ginning in August. Registration ison-going.ALL GAMES ARE PLAYED INGRAND PRAIRIE. NO TRAVELING.Registration Fees:Flag Football - $45Tackle Football - $100Cheerleading - $245For more information on football orcheerleading, visit www.gpyfa.net orcall 972-237-5919.


Sports in the Community



American Red Cross Learn To Swim LessonsStop by today to register early due to limited enrollment in each class or call at 972-263-8174 or 972-264-8258 or online at www.GrandFunGP.com, or stop by today.

Session 1T/ Th Sept 1 – Sept 24M/ W Aug 31 – Sept 23

Session 3T/ Th Oct 27 – Nov 19M/ W Oct 26 – Nov 18

Session 5W Oct 28 – Dec 16

FIRST SPLASH – (FS) A 30-minute class, this“Mommy/Daddy & Me” program helps young children ages6 months to 3 years become more comfortable in andaround the water with your help. An adult is required to par-ticipate in class. Fee: $30.Days Dates TimeSat Sept 12–Oct 31 10:15 – 10:45 a.m. Wed Session 4 & 5 6:30 – 7 p.m. M/ W Sessions 1,2, 3 12 – 12:30 p.m.

LEVEL 0 – (L0) A 30-minute preschool class for youngbeginners. This introduction to the pool is safe and com-fortable for all. This group lesson is without a guardian inthe water. Fee: $35.Days Dates TimeSat Sept 12 – Oct 31 10:15 –10:45 a.m.Wed Session 4 & 5 6 – 6:30 p.m.M/ W Sessions 1, 2, 3 12:30 – 1 p.m. T/Th Sessions 1, 2, 3 7 – 7:30 p.m.

LEVEL 1 – (L1) A 30-minute water exploration classthat teaches the basics of assisted swimming, as well as anorientation to deep water swimming. Students will be with-out a guardian in the water and must be comfortable puttingtheir face in the water. Fee: $35.Days Dates TimeSat Sept 12 – Oct 31 10:50 – 11:20 a.m.Wed Sessions 4 & 5 6 – 6:30 p.m.M/W Sessions 1,2,3 12:30 – 1 p.m. T/Th Sessions 1,2,3 7 – 7:30 p.m.

LEVEL 2 – (L2) A 40-minute primary skills class tolearn the basic skills necessary to swim unassisted. Stu-dents must be comfortable on their own, fully submerged inan area where they can touch. Fee: $45.Days Dates TimeSat Sept 12 – Oct 31 10:50 – 11:30 a.m.Wed Sessions 4 & 5 6:35 – 7:15 p.m.T/Th Sessions 1,2,3 7 – 7:40 p.m.

AQUATICS

Session 2T/ Th Sept 29 – Oct 22M/ W Sept 28 – Oct 21

Session 4W Sept 2 – Oct 21

Session 6Sat Sept 12 – Oct 31


LEVEL 3 – (L3) A 40-minute stroke readiness class thatbuilds on coordinating front and back strokes while increas-ing basic endurance. Swimmers must be able to push offthe wall unassisted swimming front crawl and backstrokefor 10 strokes. Fee: $45.Days Dates TimeSat Sept 12 – Oct 31 11:30 a.m. – 12:10 p.m.Wed Sessions 4 & 5 6:35 – 7:15 p.m.T/Th Sessions 1,2,3 7:35 – 8:15 p.m.

LEVEL 4 – (L4) A 40-minute class on stroke develop-ment of the basic front and back strokes while introducingbreaststroke, sidestroke, dolphin kick, treading water andfront dives. Students should be able to swim the width ofthe pool. Fee: $45.Days Dates TimeSat Sept 12 – Oct 31 11:40 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.T/Th Sessions 1,2, 3 7:35 – 8:15 p.m.

ADULT – (AD) Just starting out or want to start to train-ing? This class will teach you everything from floating to ef-ficient strokes at a personalized speed. Small classes forindividual attention.Days Dates TimeT/Th Sessions 1,2, 3 8 – 8:45 p.m.Sat Sept 12 – Oct 31 Noon – 12:45 p.m.

HOME SCHOOL – (HS) Classes will be grouped intoBeginning, Intermediate, and Advanced lessons. Studentswill learn everything from floating to proper stroke tech-nique. Fee: $35/monthDays Date TimeM/W Sept 1 – 1:45 p.m.M/W Oct 1 – 1:45 p.m.M/W Nov 1 – 1:45 p.m.

SPLASH - LEVEL 5/6 Stroke ClinicA 45-minute clinic designed to introduce skills andtechniques for competitive swimming. Practices focus onstroke technique and endurance training to new swimmers,as well as more advanced athletes. Spend this seasonswimming with us! Fee: $45/Season.Days Dates TimeT/ Th Sept 1 – Nov 19 7 – 7:45 p.m.M/ W Aug 31 – Nov 18 7 – 7:45 p.m.

WAHOO (USA) Competitive Year-round

Swim Team – The main goal of this age appropriatecompetitive team is to help young athletes have fun as theybenefit from the great sport of swimming. Try today with afree practice! Fee: $35/month.Days Dates TimeM - F School Year 4:15 – 6 p.m.

BLAZE Adaptive Swimming – Introduceswimming to the young person in your life with specialneeds. Classes are organized to fit the needs of allparticipants. Parents or guardians may assist in the waterif needed. Fee: $25 season.Days Dates TimeWed Session 4 & 5 6 – 6:45 p.m.

PRIVATE LESSONS – (PR) All Ages. 1-on-1 atten-tion will focus on what the student wants to learn. Privatelessons are for those wanting to learn at a personal pace.

Aquatic FitnessStimulate and tone your muscles while buildingconfidence and self-esteem in the water. Greatinstructors and coaches are waiting for you today!

ALL POOL PASS - Passes can be used for open swimor adult lap swim at Kirby Creek and all city outdoor pools.Kirby Pass - $40 for 30 visitsAnnual Pass - $100Family Pass - $250 (Family of four)

Lap Swim/Water WalkingCome in for a great workout or just to relax your musclesin our 25-meter heated indoor pool. Swim, walk or float totone and strengthen your body. Rehabilitate injured orsore muscles in the water. Come in and check it out.Fee: $2 daily or annual pass.Days Dates Time LocationM-F year-round 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Kirby CreekM-Th year-round 8 – 9 p.m. Kirby CreekSat year-round 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Kirby Creek

Arthricise – The Wellness WorkoutThe Arthritis Foundation and Kirby Creek offer thisyear-round wellness class with exercises including



range-of-motion workouts, muscle strengthening andendurance building activities. This class is fun and greatexercise. Registration is continuous. Fees: $3 single/ $5couple daily or $30 single/$50 couple monthly.Days Dates Time LocationM-F year-round 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Kirby Creek

Wetworks – The Aerobic WorkoutThis unique water exercise works you out aerobically, tones,strengthens and burns fat. It's fun, good for you andoffered year round. The workout is excellent in promotingcardiovascular fitness. Vernetta Turner and her staff ofexpertly trained instructors teach it. Classes are unlimitedand registration is continuous. Fee: $38/single; $34/senior55+; $59 couples; $34 student.Days Dates Time LocationM/W/F/S monthly 9 – 10 a.m. Kirby CreekM/T/TH monthly 6 – 7 p.m. Kirby Creek

Pool PartiesHave a Party at the Pool!Make a splash at your next party with a private party rental,with the pool to yourself on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Open swim party rentals, during open swim hours areavailable on Saturdays. All guests attending a party areincluded in the party count and fee. Reservations arescheduled in person at Kirby Creek on a first come firstserve basis and require a full payment with completedcontract in advance. Check for availability, 972-263-8174.Private Party: Max 40 guests included; fees increase withadditional guests.Days Date Time Location FeeF/Sat weekly 6:30 – 9 p.m. Kirby Creek $150Sun weekly 2 – 5 p.m. Kirby Creek $150Sun weekly 5:30 – 8 p.m. Kirby Creek $150

Open Swim Party: 3 Tables/Max 40 guests included; $2each additional guest.Days Date Time Location FeeSat weekly 1 – 3 p.m. Kirby Creek $75Sat weekly 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Kirby Creek $75

Special EventsDoggie SplashSplash Factory 601 E. Grand Prairie Rd.Sept. 12, 1 – 6 p.m. & Sept. 19, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Tired of your typical dog park? Then come get wet and wildwith your pet as we turn the Splash Factory into a doggiewater park. This facility offers the perfect height for any sizedog. Your dog will beg you to stay. Cost $5 per pet.

Last Outdoor Pool Weekend - Labor Day WeekendAug. 30 – Sept. 1 Sat., Sun., Mon. OPEN SWIM 1–6 p.m.

Kirby Creek HeatedIndoor Pool Pumpkin Pick and Paint!Come join us at the pool. Jump in, swim with all thepumpkins and pick out your favorite. After hunting downjust the right one you can decorate it for Halloween.Come in at 1 p.m. and stay to swim all day.Day Date Times FeeSat 10/ 31 1 – 6 p.m. $2 per swimmer

Kirby Creek Indoor PoolThanksgiving Weekend HoursCome in to swim off all those extra turkey day calories at theheated indoor pool.Day Date Lap Swim Times FeeFri, Sat 11/ 23, 11/24 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. $2Fri, Sat 11/ 23, 11/24 1 – 6 p.m. $2

NEW! American Red Cross

Lifeguard ClassesInterested in learning about how you can help save lives?Kirby Creek Natatorium has Lifeguarding, CPR for theProfessional Rescuer and First Aid certifications for you.Successful completion of all course work will award a3-year certification. Register for all classes at the KirbyCreek Natatorium. Fee: $150.Prerequisite:Must be 15 years of age on or before the end of thescheduled course. Must be able to pass the pre-coursetest 300 yard swim as follows: 100 yards of front crawl,100 yards of breaststroke, 100 yards of either strokeSwim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke, surfacedive to a depth of 7-10 ft, retrieve a 10-pound object,return to the surface, and swim 20 yards back to thestarting point to exit the water without using steps orladder in 1 minute, 40 seconds.

Day Date Times LocationSat 12/12 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Kirby CreekSun 12/13 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Kirby CreekMon – Thurs 12/14-18 4 – 7 p.m. Kirby Creek



After School Programs –Ages 6-12. City Recreation Centers offer safe, friendlyAfter School Programs for elementary kids. Activitiesinclude an after-school snack, homework help, computertime, arts and crafts, game room and gym games.Payment is due weekly, the Friday preceeding eachMonday. Fee $30/week.Course# Days Time Location9032-9044 M-F 3 – 6 p.m. *Charley Taylor9387-9411 M-F 3 – 6 p.m. **Bowles & Dalworth

* Pick up is from Crockett Elementary School. Registeryour child at Charley Taylor to enroll in program.** Bowles picks up from Garcia Elementary and Fannin.Dalworth picks up from Roark and other schools.

Birthday Parties - Bowles Life Center –Have your birthday celebration at the Bowles Life Center!Choose from two different meeting rooms or the Bowlesgame room. Meeting room rentals range from $20-$75 anhour depending on time, and seat up to 120 people! Gameroom rentals include use of all game room equipment: airhockey, ping pong, pool tables and foosball. Bring yourown food and drinks, and have a great time!

J.A.D.N. Ballet, Creative Movementand Modern Dance – Bowles Life Center –Ballet –Ages 4-6 & 7-11. Class will emphasize thedevelopment of classical ballet skills with afocus on proper placement and alignment.Students will learn ballet vocabulary throughthe bar and center work while building strengthand flexibility.Course# Days Dates TimeAges 7-119335 Sat Sept 9:15 – 10:15 a.m.Ages 4-69335 Sat Sept 11 – NoonAges 7-119336 Sat Oct 9:15 – 10:15 a.m.Ages 4-69336 Sat Oct 11 – Noon

Creative Movement –Ages 2-4. Creative Movement includes song, dance,and freestyle movement to beautiful music. Classincludes basic elements of dance, including the use ofprops and tumbling.Course # Days Dates Time9337 Sat Sept 10:15 – 11 a.m.9338 Sat Oct 10:15 – 11 a.m.

Drop-In Child Care - Cuidado de Ninos –Ages 3-5 years. Child care is available forparents/guardians while they work out!Parents/guardians must stay in the building at all times.Fee: $1/visit or $15/monthCourse# Days Dates Time9330 M-Fr Sept 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Sat Sept 8 a.m. – Noon9331 M-Fr Oct 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Sat Oct 8 a.m. – Noon9332 M-Fr Nov 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Sat Nov 8 a.m. – Noon


YOUTH 2-12


Pre-K Camp - Charley Taylor -Ages 4-5. ABC, 123! Shapes! Colors! And much more!This four week class makes learning fun for your childwith arts and crafts, gym time and learning in creativeways. This class gives your child a jump on kindergartensuccess. Fee: $80/child per session.Course# Days Dates Time9023 M/W/F Sept Noon – 2 p.m.9024 M/W/F Oct Noon – 2 p.m.9025 M/W/F Nov Noon – 2 p.m.

Pre-K Learning Camp II – Charley Taylor –Ages 3-4. This new class is designed to introduce yourchild to ABC's, 123's, shapes, colors and much more.Your child will learn through the use of music, repetition,story time, learning to spell their name, games, simplearts and crafts and much more. Fee: $40/child per session.Minimum of six students for class to make.Course# Days Dates Time9017 T/Th Sept 12:30 – 2 p.m.9018 T/Th Oct 12:30 – 2 p.m.9019 T/Th Nov 12:30 – 2 p.m.

ESL Preschool – Charley Taylor –Ages 3-5. Does your child only speak Spanish and do youwant to get them ready for school? Children can learn thebasics of English to get them started for kindergarten.Tiene a un nino que solo habla Espanol, y quiere prepararlopara la escuela. Venga al centro de Charley Taylor dondese le encenara lo basico de Ingles para el primer ano deescuela. Fee: $15/month.Course# Days Dates Time9047 M/W Sept 1-2 p.m.9048 M/W Oct 1-2 p.m9049 M/W Nov 1-2 p.m.

Karate-Tae Kwon Do –- Charley Taylor –Ages 6+. Come experience traditional Tae Kwon Do.You will learn Karate from white belt through black belt.Emphasis is placed on self-discipline and self-esteem.Charley Taylor classes are taught by 9th degree black beltBill Simpson. Monthly Pass Fee: $45.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A T/Th Sept 6:30 – 8 p.m.N/A T/Th Oct 6:30 – 8 p.m.N/A T/Th Nov 6:30 – 8 p.m.

Tee-Ball League – Charley Taylor –Ages 3-5. The Charley Taylor Tee-Ball League is anon-competitive league focused on the basics of tee-ball

but in a team setting. Game days will be on Saturdaysbetween the hours of 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. depending on thegame schedule. Location TBA. More details atregistration. Fee: $50/child which includes a jersey and hat.Course# Days Dates Time9045 Sat 10/10 – 11/14 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Tumbling for Fun -Pre Tumblers – Charley Taylor –Ages 3-5. Tumbling stars will learn basic tumbling movesbeginning with the log roll, crab walk, forward roll andfront straddle roll. Tumbling is great for developing coor-dination skills. All children should wear comfortableclothing and tennis shoes. Girls should tie back long hair.Class lasts four weeks. Fee: $25.Course# Days Dates Time9020 Tue Sept 6 – 6:45 p.m.9021 Tue Oct 6 – 6:45 p.m.9022 Tue Nov 6 – 6:45 p.m.

Dalworth After School Program - Dalworth –Ages 5-12. WEWILL PICK UP – limited seating, firstcome first serve. The Dalworth After-School Camp is afive day-a-week program that provides your child withhomework time, a snack and recreation. We offerorganized games, crafts, movies, computers and more!The After-School Camp is available during the school year.Payment is due weekly, the Friday preceding each Monday.Fee. $10/wk and Center membership is required. If pickup is required there is an additional $10 fee/child/wk.Course# Days Dates Time9068-9081 M-F 8/24-11/27 3:30 – 6 p.m.

Dalworth Superior Skills Basketball Clinic – Dalworth –Ages 6-18. The Dalworth Recreation Center is offering abasketball clinic once a week in our gymnasium. Whetheryou are picking up a basketball for the 1st time or lookingfor basketball scholarships, we have just the class for you!The principles of basketball (passing, shooting, dribbling,offense and defense) will be covered. Fee: $40/4 weeks.Course# Age Days Dates Time9097 6-8yrs Tue 9/1 – 9/22 6:00 p.m.9099 9-11yrs Tue 9/1 – 9/22 7:00 p.m.9096 12-14yrs Th 9/3 – 9/4 6:00 p.m.9098 15-18yrs Th 9/3 – 9/24 7:00 p.m.9102 6-8yrs Tue 10/6 – 10/27 6:00 p.m.9100 9-11yrs Tue 10/6 – 0/27 7:00 p.m.9103 12-14yrs Th 10/8 – 10/29 6:00 p.m.9101 15-18yrs Th 10/8 – 10/29 7:00 p.m.



Lil Tots: Let’s Get Active! – Dalworth –Ages: 3-5. This is a four-week class designed tohelp children ages 3-5 grow socially and physically.Games, activities and fun will be the main focus for thechildren. Fee: $25/4 weeks.Course# Days Dates Time9104 T/Th 9/1 – 9/22 1 – 2 p.m.9105 T/Th 10/6 – 10/27 1 – 2 p.m.

Dalworth’s Breakfast with Santa – Dalworth –All Ages. Bring your child to have Breakfast with Santaon Saturday, December 12. A holiday themed arts andcraft will be provided as well as breakfast. Photographyis permitted and there will be a photographer on hand.Fee: $15 per parent/childCourse# Days Dates Time9106 Sat 12/12 9 a.m. – Noon

Basketball Tiny Tots Camp – Dalworth –Ages 3-5. Looking for an opportunity to entertain yourchild with the game of basketball? Our four week Tiny TotBasketball Camp will introduce your child to the basics ofbasketball through drills, coaching and instructional gameplay. In this class, every kid is a winner and will receive acertificate upon completion! Fee: $20.Course# Days Dates Time9107 Mon 10/5 6 – 7 p.m.9108 Mon 11/9 6 – 7 p.m.9109 Mon 12/7 6 – 7 p.m.

“Just Say No” Youth Power Club –This club is designed to teach leadership, character anddrug abuse prevention. The club members and volunteersparticipate in many positive activities. Today’s teens aretomorrow’s leaders. The membership is continuing to grow.Join us, become a leader and make your pledge to lead adrug-free life. Volunteers are welcome.Course# Days Dates Time.NA T/Th Cont 3:30 – 5 p.m.

Julia’s Artistic Dance Network – Dalworth –Come be a part of this great network where your instructorsbelieve in serving the community by bringing the arts backwith dance. “You will only grow as far as you know.”$30/month.Ballet –Classes will emphasize the development of classical balletskills with a focus on proper placement and alignment.Students will learn ballet vocabulary through the bare andcenter work while building strength and flexibility.

33--55 yyrr oollddss ––Course# Days Dates Time.9111 Thur 9/1 10 – 11 a.m.9112 Thur 10/6 10 – 11 a.m.9113 Sat 9/5 9 – 10 a.m.9114 Sat 10/3 9 – 10 a.m.9115 Sat 11/7 9 – 10 a.m.66--88.. yyrr oollddss ––Course# Days Dates Time9116 Thur 9/1 6 – 7 p.m.9117 Thur 10/6 6 – 7 p.m.9120 Thur 11/3 6 – 7 p.m.99--1122 YYrr OOllddss ––Course# Days Dates Time9110 Thur 9/1 7 – 8 p.m.9118 Thur 10/6 7 – 8 p.m.9119 Thur 11/3 7 – 8 p.m.

Liturgical Dance –All Ages. This class will focus on technique and skill inorder to spread the word of God effectively throughout thenations through dance. This class will equip you with biblical training, history and choreography that can be uti-lized with any denomination. There are usually opportuni-ties to travel to local areas. This class will sculpt thedancer's body and strengthen the dancer's spirit.Course# Days Dates Time9121 Sat 9/5 10 – 11 a.m.9122 Sat 10/3 10 – 11 a.m.9123 Sat 11/7 10 – 11 a.m.

Modern Dance –Ages 9-12. Learn music interpretation through sustained extensions and expressive motion. Movements are basedupon a direct relationship between the lyrics of variousartists and specific dance movements. Come experience the freedom of dance in this in-depth class. You'll developgreat flexibility and strength.Ages 9-12 –Course# Days Dates Time9125 Wed 9/7 6 – 7 p.m.9126 Wed 10/5 6 – 7 p.m.9129 Wed 11/2 7 – 8 p.m.

Junior NBA/Junior WNBA League –Ages 6-8, 9-10, and 11-12. We will provide quality instruc-tions from volunteer coaches. This league will help estab-lish a good foundation for basketball and allow kids anoutlet to remain physically and socially involved in a posi-tive atmosphere. Players will have one scheduled night of



practice with their teams each week. All players willreceive a jersey and awards when league is completed.Registration 9/8 - 11/13. Season starts 1/9.Course# Days Dates Time55--77 yyrr9095 Sat 1/9 Noon88--1100 yyrr9141 Sat 1/9 Noon

Thanksgiving Break Camp –Dalworth, Bowles, Charley Taylor –Ages 5-12. It’s cold outside, but you can stay warm by having fun in our Thanksgiving Break Camp!Campers will participate in fun field trips, excitinggames and creative arts and crafts during the week.Each camper needs to bring a bag lunch, but we willprovide daily snacks. Space is limited, so register now! Limited CDBG funding may be available forthose who qualify. Fee: $48/camper.Course# Days Dates TimeNA M-W 11/23 – 11/25 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.


ATHLETICSBasketball 3 on 3 Tournaments – Bowles –Ages 12-19. During your holiday vacation,come on over to Bowles for the Annual HolidayHoops 3-on-3. Tournament play will be dividedinto two divisions: 12-15 and 16-19. Each teamis guaranteed a minimum of two games.For more information, call the Bowles LifeCenter at 972-237-7529. Fee: $20/team.Registration deadline:Fri., Nov. 13 (for Nov. 23 3-on-3)Fri., Dec. 11 (for Dec. 21 3-on-3)Course# Days Dates Time9242 Mon Nov 23 Game times TBA923 Mon Dec 21 Game times TBA

Jr. NBA Boys Recreational Youth Basketball League –Bowles Life Center – Ages: 14U and 16U Boys. Thisleague will help establish a good foundation for basketballand allow kids an outlet to remain physically and sociallyinvolved in a positive atmosphere. Players will have onescheduled night of practice with their teams once a week.All players will receive a jersey and awards when league iscompleted. Call 972-237-7533 to register. Registration:Sept. 8 – Nov. 13; Season starts: Jan. 9. League Fee: $65.Course# Days Dates Time9275 Sat 1/9 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Jr. WNBA Girls Recreational Youth Basketball League –Bowles Life Center – Ages: 8U - 16U Girls. This leaguewill help establish a good foundation for basketball andallow kids an outlet to remain physically and socially in-volved in a positive atmosphere. Players will have onescheduled night of practice with their teams once a week.All players will receive jersey and awards when league iscompleted. Call 972-237-7533 to register.Registration: Sept. 8 – Nov. 13. League Fee: $65.Course# Days Dates Time9277 Sat 1/9 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Youth Volleyball Girls League – Bowles Life Center –Ages 10-16. This outstanding league provides a great wayfor kids to continue their development in volleyball and of-fers an outlet to remain physically and socially involved ina positive atmosphere. Call 972-237-7533 to register.League Fee: $45/player.Course# Days Dates Time9278 Sat 10/3 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Junior NBA/Junior WNBA League – Dalworth –6-12 yr – We will provide quality instructions fromvolunteer coaches. This league will help establish agood foundation for basketball and allow kids an outlet toremain physically and socially involved in a positiveatmosphere. Players will have one scheduled night ofpractice with their teams each week. All players willreceive jersey and awards when league is completed.Registration: Sept. 8 – Nov. 13.Course# Days Dates Time9142 Sat 1/9 Noon

FITNESSJulia’s Artistic Dance Network – Dalworth –Come be a part of this great network where yourinstructors believe in serving the community bybringing the arts back with dance. “You will only growas far as you know.” $30/mo


TEENS & TWEENS


Liturgical Dance –All Ages. This class will focus on technique and skill inorder to spread the word of God effectively throughout thenations through dance. This class will equip you withbiblical training, history, and choreography that can beutilized with any denomination. There are usuallyopportunities to travel to local areas. This class will sculptthe dancer's body and strengthen the dancer's spirit.Course# Days Dates Time9121 Sat 9/5 10 – 11 a.m.9122 Sat 10/3 10 – 11 a.m.9123 Sat 11/7 10 – 11 a.m.

Modern Dance –Ages 13-18. Learn music interpretation through sustainedextensions and expressive motion. Movements are basedupon a direct relationship between the lyrics of variousartists and specific dance movements. Come experiencethe freedom of dance in this in-depth class. You'll developgreat flexibility and strength.

Course# Days Dates Time9124 Wed 9/7 7 – 8 p.m.9127 Wed 10/5 7 – 8 p.m.9128 Wed 11/2 7 – 8 p.m.

J.A.D.N. Modern Dance – Bowles –Course# Days Dates Time9412 Sat Sept Noon – 1 p.m.9413 Sat Oct Noon – 1 p.m.9414 Sat Nov Noon – 1 p.m.

Karate-Tae Kwon Do – Charley Taylor –Ages 6+. Come experience traditional Tae Kwon Do.You will learn Karate from white belt through black belt.Emphasis is placed on self-discipline and self-esteem.Charley Taylor classes are taught by 9th degree black belt,Bill Simpson. Monthly Pass Fee: $45.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A T/Th Sept 6:30 – 8 p.m.N/A T/Th Oct 6:30 – 8 p.m.N/A T/Th Nov 6:30 – 8 p.m.

FUNBuild a Wreath –Want to hang a beautiful wreath on the front doorand don’t know where to start? This will take themystery out of wreath decorating.Course# Days Dates Time9135 Tu 9/29 6 – 9 p.m.9136 Tu 11/3 6 – 9 p.m.9136 Tu 12/1 6 – 9 p.m.

Movie Madness Wednesdays – Dalworth –Ages 13-17. Want to catch the latest blockbuster movie?The Dalworth Recreation Center is showing them everyother Wednesday. You are invited to make this a greatschool year with us here at the DRC. Call 972-264-7670Fee: Membership Required.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A 1st and 3rd Wed Sept – Nov 6 – 8 p.m.

“Just Say No” Teen Power Club –Ages 13-17. Teens will be the positive inspiration forchange in our community through community service,positive activities, sports and trips. Teen Council meetstwice monthly. This club is designed to teach leadership,character and drug abuse prevention. The club membersand volunteers participate in many positive activities.The membership is continuing to grow. Join us, become


WANT TO BE A VOLUNTEER COACHThree easy steps to becoming a

volunteer coach for youth sports: 1. Pick a sport 2. Contact a Recreation Center or the Athletic Office 3. Fill out application

Athletic Office: (972) 237-7533Bowles Life Center: (972) 237-PLAYCharley Taylor Rec.: (972) 264-6890

Dalworth Rec.: (972) 264-7670*background checks and drug tests are completed on all applicants


a leader, and make your pledge to lead a positive life.Foods, movies, and games are a part of every meeting.Volunteers are welcome.Course Days Dates TimeN/A 1st and 3rd Mon Monthly 6 – 8 p.m.

Mum Makers –Get ready for football. Homecoming is around thecorner. This is a fun & exciting class for making your ownhomecoming mum. Make single, double or triple mums.All supplies are included. In this class you will learn tomake your own mum. You must pre-register. We alsoaccept orders. $40/single, $55/double/$75/triple.Course# Days Dates TimeGPHS 9130 Sat 9/19 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.SGPHS9131 Sat 9/5 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Nintendo Wii Tournaments – Dalworth –Ages 12-15. Can you really exercise and play video gamesat the same time? The Dalworth Rec Center is hostingNintendo Wii tournaments that will get you out of yourseat and burning those calories. Games such as SuperPunch-Out (boxing), Tiger Woods Golf and MaddenFootball 2010 will be the focus of the tournaments. The

winner will receive a prize. Fee: Membership required.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Fri 9/18-12/17 4 – 6 p.m.

Winter Teen Dance – Dalworth –Ages 13-17. It’s cool outside but it’s hot inside on thedance floor. Come celebrate the Winter break in style withus here at the Dalworth Recreation Center. Live DJ,games, and concession stand will be available. Fee: $2.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Fri 12/18 7 – 11 p.m.

Teen Nights – Bowles –Ages 12-18. Teen Time on Thursday nights is anopportunity for teens to have a good time with friendswhile participating is some great activities! In addition toopen game room and game room tournaments, eveningswill include guest speakers, special events, volunteeropportunities, computer lab time in the library, andhomework help. FREE!Course# Days Dates Time9244 Th Sept 6 – 8 p.m.9245 Th Oct 6 – 8 p.m.9246 Th Nov 6 – 8 p.m.9247 Th Dec 6 – 8 p.m.



GROWN UPS 18+ AthleticsBasketball - 6ft & Under Men’s League – Bowles –Calling all guards!!! This league is for players no tallerthan six feet. This weekly league will have hoops swishingwith three pointers. Call 972-237-7533 to register. Seasonstarts: Oct. 13. Registration: Aug. 14 - Oct. 2. Fee:$350/team.Course# Days Date Time9273 Tues 10/13 7 – 10 p.m.

Basketball Wednesday Night Pick Up Games – Dalworth –Ages18+. It’s show time on Wednesday night at the Dalworth Recreation Center. Come play with some of the best competition in the city. Bring your A-game and come for some fun. Fee: Membership required or $2 person.Days Dates TimeWed Ongoing 7 – 9 p.m.

Volleyball - Coed 6x’s Indoor – Bowles –Ages 18 and Over. Take the volleyball challenge and spike your way into competition. Bring your bestteam to the court to compete in this league that will have asingle elimination playoff bracket at the end of the regularseason to determine who will be the league champions.Registration: Sept. 1 - Oct. 23. Fee: $150/team.Course# Days Date Time9274 Thur 11/15 6:30 – 9:15 p.m.

FitnessAbs & Buns – Bowles – This class focuses on abs whilestill remembering other areas of the body including legs,gluts and lower back. Class is taught in English and Span-ish. Fee: $25/month.Course# Days Dates Time9231 M-Th Sept 9 – 10:30 a.m.9232 M-Th Oct 9 – 10:30 a.m.9233 M-Th Nov 9 – 10:30 a.m.9234 M-Th Dec 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Body Shop – Bowles –This intense and fast-paced aerobicsworkout will focus on all areas of the body. Individual fit-

ness assessments are conducted and personal workoutplans and goals are developed. Fee: $35/month. Course# Days Dates Time9235 T/Th Sept 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.9236 T/Th Oct 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.9237 T/Th Nov 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.9238 T/Th Dec 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Boot Camp – Bowles – Boot Camp is a total body workoutgood for all ages. This total fitness workout is effectiveand guarantees results. You will lose fat and build leanmuscle. Fee: $7/class or $50/month.Course# Days Dates Time9269 M/W Sept 6 – 7 a.m.

M/W Sept 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.Fri Sept 6 – 7 p.m.Sat Sept 10 – 11 a.m.

9270 M/W Oct 6 – 7 a.m.M/W Oct 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.Fri Oct 6 – 7 p.m.Sat Oct 10 – 11 a.m.

9271 M/W Nov 6 – 7 a.m.M/W Nov 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.Fri Nov 6 – 7 p.m.Sat Nov 10 – 11 a.m.

POWER Boot Camp – Bowles – Ages 16+. POWER BootCamp includes a combination of body sculpturing andmuscle toning. Participants enrolled in this class receive aone-day free pass to a Bowles afternoon or evening classof Boot Camp Training. The class follows the followingworkout schedule: Mondays- Legs Wednesdays- Chest,Triceps, Back, Biceps Fridays- Shoulders and CombatTraining (Self Defense)Course# Days Dates Time9339 M/W/F Sept 9 – 10 a.m.9340 M/W/F Oct 9 – 10 a.m.9341 M/W/F Nov 9 – 10 a.m.

Clogging – Bowles – This class will introduce you to traditional clogging steps and contemporary footwork.Clogging is a great workout and tons of fun with friends!Several performance dates are scheduled. Students are



welcome to join anytime. Beginners and advanced dancersare welcome. Fee: $40/8 wk session.Course# Days Dates Time9342 Thur Sept 6 – 9 p.m.9343 Thur Oct 6 – 9 p.m.9344 Thur Nov 6 – 9 p.m.

Fitness Assessments/Equipment Orientation – Bowles –Ongoing by appointment for customers 16 years and older. Fee: $10.

Julia’s Artistic Dance Network – Dalworth –Come be a partof this great network where your instructors believe inserving the community by bringing the arts back withdance. “You will only grow as far as you know.” $30/mo.Liturgical Dance – All Ages. This class will focus on technique and skill in order to spread the word of God effectively throughout the nations through dance. Thisclass will equip you with biblical training, history and choreography that can be utilized with any denomination.There are usually opportunities to travel to local areas. This class will sculpt the dancer's body and strengthen the dancer's spirit.Course# Days Dates Time9121 Sat 9/5 10 – 11 a.m.9122 Sat 10/3 10 – 11 a.m.9123 Sat 11/7 10 – 11 a.m.

Personal Training – Bowles – Your very own personal trainers are available at Bowles Life Center daily duringoperating hours. Call 972-237-7529 to schedule your workout. Group training also available. Fee: Range inprice starting at $20.

Spinning – Bowles – Spinning is a group exercise workoutperformed on a stationary bike. This class is an excellentcardio workout to great music. Class is taught in Englishand Spanish. Fee: $25/month.Course# Days Dates Time9258 M/T/Th Sept 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.9259 M/T/Th Oct 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.9260 M/T/Th Nov 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Weight Room – Dalworth – Age: 17+. Come check out theperfect work out setting at the Dalworth Weight Room.There are two treadmills, one elliptical machine, and oneexercise bike, and flat screen televisions inside of theweight room. Weight Room Membership is $7 per month,$35 for six months or $60 per year.

Weight room hours:Day TimeM-Th Noon – 8 p.m. Fri Noon – 6 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Yoga - BowlesEnjoy the benefits of yoga and pilates in this class for anoverall mind/body fitness experience. Yoga will teachproper body alignment, breathing and muscle control.Fee: $35/month or $7/classCourse# Days Dates Time9266 T/Th Sept 7 – 8 p.m.

Sat Sept 9 – 10 a.m.9267 T/Th Oct 7 – 8 p.m.

Sat Oct 9 – 10 a.m.9268 T/Th Nov 7 – 8 p.m.

Sat Nov 9 – 10 a.m.

FunBuild a Wreath –Want to hang a beautiful wreath on the front door and don’t know where to start? This will take the mystery out of wreath decorating.Course# Days Dates Time9135 Tue 9/29 6 – 9 p.m.9136 Tue 11/13 6 – 9 p.m.9136 Tue 12/1 6 – 9 p.m.

Mum Makers – Get ready for football. Homecoming isaround the corner. In this class you will learn to make your own mum. All supplies will be included. You must pre-register. We also accept orders. $40/single. $55/double.$75/triple.Course# Days Dates TimeGPHS 9130 Sat 9/19 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.SGPHS9131 Sat 9/5 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Youth Sports Coaches Clinic – Dalworth – Ages: 18+.Coaches make a major impact on youth’s lives in America.Come be apart of the Youth Sports Coaches Clinic andlearn about how important sports can be for youth both onand off the field. Sportsmanship, tips, and drills will beemphasized during this four part clinic; Football, Baseball,and Basketball. FEE:$10/per class or $30/All 4 classesDays Dates Time DescriptionTh 10/22 7 – 8 p.m. SportsmanshipTh 10/29 7 – 8 p.m. FootballTh 11/5 7 – 8 p.m. BaseballTh 11/12 7 – 8 p.m. Basketball


Creative ArtsBuild a Wreath –Want to hang a beautiful wreath on the front door and don’tknow where to start? This will take the mystery out ofwreath decorating.Course# Days Dates Time9135 Tue 9/29 6 – 9 p.m.9136 Tue 11/3 6 – 9 p.m.9136 Tue 12/1 6 – 9 p.m.

Cards for the Troops – Senior Center –Join in this creative & worth-while effort! Make customgreeting cards that will be sent to our troops! FREE!Please call 972-264-4975 for details!

Ceramics – Senior Center –Let your creativity shine through in ceramics. No matterwhat your skill level is, you are sure to discover yourcreative side in this class. Fee: $5/month.Course# Days Dates Time3665 Wed Weekly 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Creative Jewelry - Senior CenterDesign and make your very ownjewelry. Share ideas and designs withfellow classmates. Once you get

started you'll be hooked! Come to thefirst class to find out what supplies areneeded. FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Fri Weekly 1 – 3 p.m.

Crocheting Class – Senior CenterLearn the quick and easy styles ofcrochet. Supply your own yarn andneedles. Crocheting builds strength inyour hands and fingers and helps regaineye hand coordination. FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Mon Weekly 1 – 3 p.m.

Oil Painting – Senior Center –Painting brings pictures in your mind tocanvas. Instructor Mattie Kenney willteach you the basics or help refine yourstyle. $10/class.Course# Days Dates Time3699 Fri Weekly 9 a.m. – Noon

Quilting Golden Threads –Senior Center –Sit around the frame, quilt as a group and socialize.Participants help quilt each other’s quilts. Great forstrengthening your hands and fingers. FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Tue Weekly 1 – 3 p.m.

Stained Glass – Senior Center –Learn the basics of glass cutting, layout and pattern design.Make lamp shades, windows, or anything else you canimagine. Fee: $10/month.Course# Days Dates Time3727 Tue Weekly 10 – 11:30 a.m.


ACTIVE ADULTS 50+


Woodcarving – Senior Center –Learn how to whittle, carve, chisel and make impressivepieces of art that will awe your family and friends. FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Tue Weekly 7 – 8 p.m.

DancingBallroom Dance Lessons – Senior Center –Free lessons every Thursday night before the weeklydance are offered 6-7 p.m. Included when you pay forthe Thursday Night Dance $5.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Th Weekly 6 – 7 p.m.

Hula – Senior Center –Don’t lei around. Join us to learn the basics of the ancientHawaiian dance, Hula. FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Th Weekly 12:30 – 2 p.m.

Line Dance Beginning – Senior Center –If you love to dance but do not have a partner, this classis for you. Line dancing is a great form of exercise.Instructors Ann and Barbara can teach anyone to danceand they make it fun, too! FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Mon Weekly 1 – 3 p.m.

Fri Weekly 10 a.m. – Noon*3rd Friday of month meets at 8:30 a.m.

Line Dance Intermediate – Senior Center –In this class you will learn all the dances for the nextJamboree. Great exercise and fun, too! Catch a piece ofthe excitement! FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Wed Weekly 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Line Dance Advanced – Senior Center –After the beginning and intermediate classes, you are readyfor the next step. Learn complex steps and perform aroundthe community. FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Th Weekly 10 a.m. – Noon

Thursday Night Dance – Senior Center –Dancing, a live band and the best food in town… come onout to our Thursday Night Dances. Don’t worry if you

don’t have a partner, you’re sure to find one at the dance.A delicious dinner provided. Fee: $5.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Th Weekly 7 – 10 p.m.

EducationalBook Club – Senior Center –Do you enjoy reading interesting novels? What better wayis there to find exciting new reading material than to jointhe Senior Center Book Club?! FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Tue Every 2 Weeks11 a.m. – Noon

Computer Class – Senior Center –Learn the basics of the personal computer.We will teach you Windows, Microsoft Office,Internet and Email. FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Tue Weekly 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.N/A Wed Every other wk. 3 – 4 p.m.N/A Fri Weekly 11 a.m. – Noon

Defensive Driving – Senior Center –Instructor Johnny Price makes defensive drivingentertaining! Learn to improve your driving skills and beaware of other drivers. This course can be used for a dis-count on car insurance. However, it does not meet the re-quirements for removing a ticket. Fee: $12/class w/AARPcard, $14 w/o card.Course # Days Dates TimeN/A T TBA 12:30 – 5 p.m.N/A Sat TBA 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Dog Obedience Classes – McFalls Building –To have a well-behaved dog with manners, these classesare a must! Taught by Valerie Fare, who has 33 years ofexperience training dogs, the beginner class includes a dog-gie care course to help you be a better pet owner. Dog willlearn to walk on a loose leash, to sit, down, stand, stay andcome when called. Classes start Aug. 25, 2009; and Oct.13, 2009. Classes conducted at the McFalls Building, 1300SW 3rd St. To register, call Valerie Fare 972-988-1338.Class Times:Beginner 7 – 8 p.m.Advanced 8 – 8:45 p.m.

German Class – Senior Center –Learn the basics of conversational German. Easy and funto learn. Taught by Ron Engle. FREE!



Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Tue Weekly 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Recipe Class – Senior Center –Join Zelda as she teaches you a delicious new recipe everymonth! Fee: $1/class.Course# Days Dates Time3726 Mon TBA 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Spanish Beginners – Senior Center –Learn the basics of Spanish, from vocabulary to grammar,from the ground up! FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Tue Weekly 1 – 2 p.m.

Spanish Intermediate – Senior Center –As you advance from beginners, learn more complexaspects of the Spanish language. FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Tue Weekly 11 a.m. – Noon

S.T.A.R. Partnership –Star stands for students, teachers and retired seniors.Seniors will help kids with homework, reading, math, storytime and encouragement, but most important be a friend.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A M-Th Weekly 3:30 – 5 p.m.

FunCarter Oliver Senior Club –Age 50+ Join this jolly group for a fun afternoon ofentertainment. There are special birthday parties and artsand crafts. The Carter-Oliver Seniors have adopted nursinghomes in the city. This club meets on the 2nd Tuesday and4th Friday of each month for good food, entertainment andto socialize.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A 2nd Tue & 4th Fri Ongoing Noon

Birthday Potluck – Dalworth –Bring a dish to share, and a place setting for a potluck stylelunch. Following the meal, we will celebrate three monthsof birthdays. Center membership required.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A 4th Fri Monthly Noon

Singing – Willing Workers –We do in-home visits for shut-in's, church groups,

hospitals, rest homes and others.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A 2nd Tues Monthly Noon

1st Friday Tea Room Trips – Dalworth –Join us on the 1st Friday of every month to go to lunchat a different tea room in DFW. Transportation provided.Each person pays for their meal ($10-$15). Sign up bythe 27th of each month for the next trip. MembershipRequired. Fee: Varies.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Fri 9/4 10:30 a.m – 2 p.m.N/A Fri 10/2 10:30 a.m – 2 p.m.N/A Fri 11/6 10:30 a.m – 2 p.m.N/A Fri 12/4 10:30 a.m – 2 p.m.

GamesBilliards – Open Play at the Senior Center –Open almost all business hours.

Billiards 9 Ball Tournament – Senior Center –Participate in a monthly tournament to see who is the bestpool player. Playing in the tournament is fun and will bringout your competitive spirit. Winner receives a travelingtrophy. FREE.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Last Fri Monthly 8 – 10 a.m.

Bingo – Senior Center –B-I-N-G-O! Come win great prizes and have fun withyour friend while playing! FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Wed TBA 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.



Blackjack – Senior Center –Compete against other players to see who has the mostchips at the end of the night. Prizes are awarded once amonth. We will keep track of winners and will have win-ner's tournaments throughout the year. Refreshmentsserved. Fee: $3/player.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Mon Every other wk. 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Bridge for all levels – Senior Center –Everyone is invited to play bridge – a fun and stimulatingcard game. FREE.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A T/F Weekly 1 – 4 p.m.

Shuffleboard – Open Play at the Senior Center –Open almost all business hours.

Shuffleboard League – Senior Center –In this fun competition we draw for partners before everygame. Fee: Bring a dish!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Tue Weekly 5 – 9 p.m.

Texas Hold’em – Senior Center –All levels of players are welcome. Fee: Bring a dish!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Mon Every other wk. 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Texas Hold’em – Senior Center –Learn the intricacies of this world-wide craze! If you’renot comfortable playing on Monday nights, or if you wantto brush up on your skills, play on Thursdays for FREE!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Th Weekly 1 – 3 p.m.

FitnessHealth Screenings – Senior Center –Come get your blood pressure, iron, glucose and overallhealth checked by trained nurses. FREE!Course# Days TimeN/A Every 3rd Mon 8:30 – 11 a.m.

Light & Lively Exercise – Senior Center –This exercise class focuses on improving your muscle tone,cardiovascular system, endurance and balance. Exercise atyour own pace. FREE!

Course# Days Dates TimeN/A M/W/F Weekly 9 – 10 a.m.

Julia’s Artistic Dance Network – Dalworth –Come be a part of this great network where yourinstructors believe in serving the community by bringingthe arts back with dance. “You will only grow as far asyou know.” $30/mo.

Liturgical Dance –All Ages. This class will focus on technique and skill inorder to spread the word of God effectively throughout thenations through dance. This class will equip you withbiblical training, history and choreography that can beutilized with any denomination. There are usuallyopportunities to travel to local areas. This class will sculptthe dancer's body and strengthen the dancer's spirit.Course# Days Dates Time9121 Sat 9/5 10 – 11 a.m.9122 Sat 10/3 10 – 11 a.m.9123 Sat 11/7 10 – 11 a.m.

Walking – Fit For Life –This program provides participants the opportunity towalk in a climate-controlled gymnasium or use the CharleyTaylor Weight Room. Through a regular regimen ofexercise and healthy living you can turn your life around.Come join an easy work out that fits your schedule. Freewith center membershipCourse# Days Dates TimeN/A M-Fri 9/7 – 11/30 10:30 a.m – Noon



Fitness Membership – Bowles –Stay fit after 62 for only $8 a year! A Senior Pass Planincludes access to the Bowles Life Center fitness/weightroom, which includes recumbent bikes, treadmills,ellipticals, spin bikes, dumbbells and weight machines. TheBowles Life Center also offers an indoor jogging track.Business Hours:Days TimesMon-Th 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.Fri 8 a.m – 7 p.m.Sat 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.Sunday CLOSED

Seniorcize – Bowles –Low impact aerobics specifically for Seniors. A generalmovement class where participants keep one foot on thefloor at all times (no jumping). Patterns and sequencing aredesigned for basic movements only. Free with Bowles LifeCenter membership.Course# Days Dates Time9248 M/W/F Sept. 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.9249 M/W/F Oct. 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.9250 M/W/F Nov. 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.9251 M/W/F Dec. 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Yoga with Love – Senior Center –Shirley Love, certified Yoga instructor, has practiced andtaught Yoga for over 20 years. Come join her as sheteaches you the intricacies of Yoga. Yoga has been provento improve flexibility in muscles and joints, release tensionand stress, and strengthen the body and immune system.Fee: $3 per class!Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Tue Weekly 8 – 9 a.m.

Thu Weekly 8 – 9 a.m.

Special EventsAARP Luncheon – Senior Center –The American Association for Retired Persons helpsretirees enjoy their retirement, build stronger communitiesand increase knowledge on political issues. Covered dishlunch and special entertainment provided. Membershiprequired $2 fee without covered dish.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A Fri Every 3rd Fri 11:30 a.m.

Commission on Aging – Senior Center –Please join us and listen to important information regardingsenior citizens in Grand Prairie. The commissioners,appointed by City Council and Mayor, make recommenda-tions to the City Council based on public suggestions. Thisis a great chance to make sure your voice and input areheard by the group that is dedicated to serving seniors.Contact Senior Center for date, time and location. RoxcieMcCuller, William (Bill) Krug, Galdino Castro, AltaBrown, Mike Rehfeld, Ouida Smith, Greg Wiggin and Dr.Carolyn Williamson.

Golden Age Club – Senior Center –This club gathers for good food, entertainment and tosocialize. All meetings are covered dish and a specialprogram is provided. Fee: $2 + GAmembership.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A 1st Wed Monthly 10:30 a.m.

Movie Matinee Fridays – Senior Center –Come enjoy a FREE movie every Friday at the SeniorCenter! Refreshments are sold separately.Course# Days TimeN/A Every other Fri 2 p.m.

Nintendo Wii Fridays – Senior Center –Join us as we have tennis, bowling, homerun and golftournaments in our own activity room! FREE!!Course# Days TimeN/A Every other Fri 2 p.m.



Senior Angel Tree –Do something worthwhile this Holiday Season and sponsora senior for the holidays. Many seniors in our communitythat live alone or in assisted living facilities truly have noone to lean on. Visit the Senior Center to pick an “Angel”to sponsor. Most of the requests are very small andaffordable, and mean so much to those in need. Angels willbe available starting November 16.

Senior Awareness Week –This is a week long series of special events,activities, trips, and more, just to say thank you!Everything is FREE! Stop by the Senior Center fora complete listing of activities.Course# Days Dates TimeN/A M-F Oct 19 – 23 N/A

Senior Store – Senior Center –At the senior store you’ll find only the finest hand-madecrafts. Very affordable, you’re sure to find that perfect gift!Call for store hours. Anyone can shop at the senior store,but you must be a member of the Senior Center to becomea vendor in the store.

TravelThroughout the year we take dozens of day trips to localattractions, restaurants, theaters, casinos, etc. Three or fourtimes a year we take overnight trips to exciting places likeBranson, Missouri. Below are just a few of the regulartrips that we take.

Canadian Rockies Rail Highlightswith Collette Vacations – Senior Center –This is truly the trip of a LIFETIME! Experience theawe-inspiring Canadian Rockies with this vacation thatfeatures the world famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise,the Valley of the Ten Peaks, the Icefields Parkway, Banff, 2days aboard the Rocky Mountaineer Train, KamloopsLake, Vancouver, and scenery beyond your imagination.Call the Senior Center 972-264-4975 for more details.

Discover Switzerland, Austria,and Bavaria w/Collette Vacations – Senior Center –Highlights on this INCREDIBLE trip include:Bern • Chateau de Chillon • Montreux • GoldenPassPanoramic Train • Gstaad Lucerne • Bernese Oberland •Woodcarving Museum • Interlaken • Grindelwald •Innsbruck Austrian Alps • Bavaria • Oberammergau •

Salzburg • Mirabell Gardens • St. Peter’s RestaurantTyrolean Folklore ShowDouble Occupancy: $321910 days, 14 meals, only 2 hotels! Airfare included!April 28-May 7, 2010

Dinner Out – Senior Center –Enjoy a dinner out at a local area restaurant with yourfriends. Join us once a month for a great night of food andfun! We take a bus so you can ride with all of your friends!Fee: varies.Course# Days Dates Time3680 varies Monthly 4:30 – 8 p.m.

Mystery Trip – Senior Center –Have a sense of adventure? Every so often we plan a tripthat is a complete mystery. We won't even give you hint!A popular classic, these trips are always sure to surpriseand wow you. Fee: varies.

Church Street Sr. Center503 W. Church St. • 972 262-6673Se habla españolThe Church Street Sr. Center invites you to join in thefun 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Friday. Participate in danc-ing, exercising, outings, health screenings, parties andquilting. A hot delicious lunch is served daily. Lunchfor anyone 60 or older is a suggested donation of 75cents. Lunch for anyone younger than 60 is $3.82.Please call the center before 11 a.m. to make reserva-tions for lunch. Transportation is also provided foranyone who is 60 or older and does not have a way toget to the center. Please call the center for more details.Hope to see you soon!



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- 3 Football fields- Concession /restroom building- Pavilion/ restroom building- Playground

The architecture of the park has an oldfarm feel to it and pays tribute to thefarming history of this community.

While the fields offer designated spacefor football games, there is also a pavil-ion that is perfect for family picnics!With room for 50 people the pavilioncan be rented for $75 per day. Call anyof the Grand Prairie Recreation centersfor reservations.


Sat, Aug 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AirHogs vs. Shreveport-Bossier CaptainsFireworks, Teacher Appreciation Night7:05pm @ QuikTrip Ballparkairhogsbaseball.com

Sun, Aug 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AirHogs vs. Shreveport-Bossier CaptainsFamily Sunday6:05pm @ QuikTrip Ballparkairhogsbaseball.com

Tue, Aug 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .City Council6:30pm @ City Hall,317 College St., 972-237-8035

Thur, Aug 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Grand Prairie HistoricalOrganization Luncheon11:30am @ Ruthe Jackson CenterCost: $5 members & $10 non-members.RSVP to 972-262-5151.

Sat, Aug 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dennis Miller8pm @ NOKIA TheatreTickets: 214-373-8000 or 972-647-5700NOKIAtheatreDFW.com

Sun, Aug 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Last day outside pools open,972-263-8174

Mon, Aug 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .First day of school all public schools

AirHogs vs. Shreveport-Bossier Captains7:05pm @ QuikTrip Ballparkairhogsbaseball.com

Tue, Aug 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AirHogs vs. Shreveport-Bossier Captains7:05pm @ QuikTrip Ballparkairhogsbaseball.com

Wed, Aug 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AirHogs vs. Shreveport-Bossier Captains7:05pm @ QuikTrip Ballparkairhogsbaseball.com

Fri, Aug 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Teen Back to School Dance7-11pm @ Dalworth Rec Center$2 per person, 972-264-7670

Sat, Aug 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Feria MusicalTraders Village, $3 parking

Mon, Aug 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Planning and Zoning Commission7pm @ City Hall, 317 College St.972-237-8255

Tue, Sept 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .City Council6:30pm @ City Hall, 317 College St.972-237-8035

Wed, Sept 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Elvis Costello8pm @ NOKIA TheatreTickets: 214-373-8000 or 972-647-5700NOKIAtheatreDFW.com

Thur, Sept 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Grand Prairie GenealogicalSociety Meeting6:30pm @ Grand Prairie MemorialLibrary, 901 Conover Drive,972-206-2723

Fri, Sept 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Immunization Clinic10 a.m.-2 p.m., Bowles Life Center,2750 Graham St., $10 per child for firstvisit, $5 per child for return visits972-237-8055 or 972-642-5962

Sat, Sept 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Doggy Paddle11am-2pm@ Splash Factory,

9am-1pm Grandparent Day CarnivalSenior Center, 925 Conover Dr.,972-264-4975

Walkin’ The LineUptown Theater

Sept 5 - Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ultimate Outdoor Experience10am-8pm • GrandFunGP.com

Mon, Sept 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Labor DayCity offices, schools closed

Quilters Guild of Grand Prairie7-9pm @ First Monday of each month,First Presbyterian Church,310 S.W. 3rd St., All visitors,ages 10 and up, are welcome to attend.972-264-5656

Fri, Sept 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .United Southeast Neighborhood4th Annual Patriot Day Celebration,6-8pm @ Splash Factory, Free and opento military, police/ fire departments andthe public. Bring your family and apicnic dinner. 972-916-1402.

Fri-Sun, Sept 11-13 . . . . . . . . . . .47th Annual National ChampionshipIndian Pow Wow, $3 parkingTraders Village, 2602 Mayfield Road,972-647-2331

Sat, Sept 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)Collection Day,9-11:30am @ Development Center,201 NW 2nd St.,Register: gptx.org/wq/hhw972-237-8055

Fiesta Grand Prairie10:30am @ City Hall Plaza

Doggy Paddle11am-2pm @ Splash Factory

Dave Alexander8pm @ Uptown Theateruptowntheatergp.com

Sun-Sat, Sept 13-26 . . . . . . . . . .Grand Prairie Art Council’s Annual Ju-ried Art Exhibition and Sale. Open toartists ages 18+. 972-642-ARTSGrand Prairie Memorial Library, 901Conover Dr.

Tue, Sept 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .City Council6:30pm @ City Hall, 317 College St.,972-237-8035

Tue, Sept 15 - Tue, Oct 6 . . . . . .Green Meadows PettingFarm Lynn Creek Park5700 Lake Ridge Parkwaygreenmeadowsevents.com

Wed, Sept 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Diez y Seis6-9pm @ Bowles Life Center,2750 Graham St., 972-237-7529

Sat, Sept 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Doggy Paddle11am-2pm @ Splash Factory

Fiesta Patrias$3 parking, Traders Village

Mon, Sept 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CHISD student holiday

Thur, Sept 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Happy Birthday GP: 2009 Taste andTour of Grand Prairie brought to youby the Chamber of Commerce4:30-8pm @ QuikTrip Ballpark

Fri Sept 25 - Sat, Nov 28 . . . . .Quarter Horse Racing SeasonLone Star Park - lonestarpark.com

Sat, Sept 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Market Square Grand Opening10am-6pm gptx.org for info

Beetlegrass Concert8pm @ Uptown Theater

Doggy Paddle11am– 2pm @ Splash Factory

Kids Fishing Day1-4pm @ Mike Lewis Park,2600 N. Carrier Parkway, 97-237-8112

Festival LatinoTraders Village, $3 parking

Thur, Oct 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Grand Prairie Genealogical SocietyMeeting, 972-206-27236:30pm @ Grand Prairie MemorialLibrary, 901 Conover

Thur-Sat, Oct 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tommy Alverson’s FamilyGathering Texas Music ConcertFor tickets 817-627-7336Loyd Park, 3401 Ragland Road,for campsites 817-467-2104

Oct 1 - Oct 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Godspell8pm @ Uptown TheaterTickets: UptownTheaterGP.com972-237-UPTN

Sat, Oct 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trash Off. Proof of residence requiredin the form of a current water bill or dri-ver’s license. A $1 disposal fee chargedper tire and computer.7:30am–4:30pm @ Grand Prairie Land-fill, 1102 MacArthur, 972-237-4555.

Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)Collection Day,8am - Noon @ Grand Prairie Landfill,1102 MacArthurRegister: gptx.org/wq/hhw972-237-8055

Mon, Oct 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Planning and Zoning Commission7pm @ City Hall, 317 College St.972-237-8255

Quilters Guild of Grand PrairieFirst Monday of each month7-9pm @ First Presbyterian Church,310 S.W. 3rd St., All visitors, ages 10and up, are welcome to attend.972-264-5656

Mon-Fri, Oct 5-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Senior Appreciation Week,Various Activities @ Senior Center,925 Conover Dr., 972-264-4975

Tue, Oct 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .City Council6:30pm @ City Hall317 College St., 972-237-8035

Thur, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11 . . . . .Godspell8pm @ Uptown TheaterTickets: UptownTheaterGP.com972-237-UPTN

Sat, Oct 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pumpkin Run8:30am @ Lynn Creek Park5700 Lake Ridge Parkway,972-237-8100

Sat-Sun, Oct 10-11 . . . . . . . . . . .26th International Bar-B-Que CookoffTraders Village, $3 Parking

Mon, Oct 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Student holiday, GPISD, AISD, Mans-field ISD, CHISD

Tue, Oct 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .National Night [email protected]

Oct 14 - Oct 15, 18 . . . . . . . . .Fall Book SaleMain Library • 972-237-5740

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18 . . . . . .Highway 80 Sidewalk SaleGenerating shopping on the road lesstraveled from Shreveport to Dallas972-263-9588,easttexasguide.com/US80Sale.php

Sat, Oct 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Quilt ShowFirst United Methodist • 972-264-6148

Joe Ely Duo8pm @ Uptown TheaterTickets: UptownTheaterGP.com972-237-UPTN

Asian Arts Egg Roll Festivaland Health FairTraders Village, $3 parking

Mon, Oct 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Town Hall MeetingGPISD Dubiski HS • gptx.org

Tue, Oct 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .City Council6:30 p.m., City Hall, 317 College St.,972-237-8035

Wed, Oct 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The Smothers Brothers8pm @ NOKIA TheatreTickets: 214-373-8000 or 972-647-5700NOKIAtheatreDFW.com

Thur, Oct 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Third DayNOKIA TheatreTickets: 214-373-8000 or 972-647-5700NOKIAtheatreDFW.com

Fri-Sat, Oct 23-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Forest of FearSundown-11pm @ Loyd Park3401 Ragland Road, 817-467-2104

Sat, Oct 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Personal Document Shredding and VINAuto Window Etching, 8am–NOON @GPISD School Administration ParkingLot, 2600 S. Belt Line Road, sponsoredby the GP Crime Commission/CrimeStoppers. A $5 donation is appreciated,three boxes per visit. 972-237-8790.

Wisin Y Yandel8pm @ NOKIA TheatreTickets: 214-373-8000 or 972-647-5700NOKIAtheatreDFW.com

Wed, Oct 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .So You Think You Can DanceNOKIA TheatreTickets: 214-373-8000 or 972-647-5700NOKIAtheatreDFW.com

Sat, Oct 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trunk or Treat6-8pm @ Bowles 972-237-7529

Sat, Oct 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pool Pumpkin Pick and Paint,$2 per swimmer1-6pm @ Kirby Creek Indoor Pool,3201 Corn Valley Road, 972-263-8174

Halloween Carnival6-8pm @ Charley-Taylor 972-264-6890

Haunted HallwayTraders Village, $3 parking

Nov 1 - Dec 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Santa Cop and Santa Spot collectionfor deserving GP families in need. Col-lection boxes at fire stations, police sta-tion, City Hall, libraries.

Sun-Fri, Nov 1-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Native American Indian NationLynn Creek Park,5700 Lake Ridge Parkway,grandfungp.com 972-237-8100

Mon, Nov 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Planning and Zoning Commission7pm @ City Hall,317 College St., 972-237-8255

Mon, Nov 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Quilters Guild of Grand PrairieFirst Monday of each month7-9pm @ First Presbyterian Church,310 S.W. 3rd St., All visitors, ages 10and up, are welcome to attend.972-264-5656

Tue, Nov 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .City Council6:30pm @ City Hall317 College St., 972-237-8035

Thur, Nov 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Grand Prairie GenealogicalSociety meeting6:30pm @ Grand Prairie Memorial Li-brary, 901 Conover, 972-206-2723

Thur, Nov 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Grand Prairie Unity Coalition AnnualBanquet & Student Art/Poetry Contest(presented by the GP Arts Council)7-9pm @ Ruthe Jackson Center

Sat, Nov 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)Collection Day,9-11:30am @ Development Center,201 NW 2nd St.Register: gptx.org/wq/hhw972-237-8055Metro Praise Orchestra Honors OurVeterans - 8pm @ Uptown Theateruptowntheatergp.com, 972-237-UPTN

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CalendarOF EVENTS

INFO: Dalworth Rec Center 2012 Spikes972-264-7670

QuikTrip Ballpark, 1600 Lone Star Parkway972-264-1558

Ruthe Jackson Center3113 S. Carrier Pkwy.972-237-7500

NOKIA Theatre1001 Performance Place214-373-8000 or 972-647-5700NOKIAtheatreDFW.com

Splash Factory601 E. Grand Prairie Road972-237-8100

Uptown Theater120 E. Main St.uptowntheatergp.com972-237-UPTN


Gracias Dallas/Fort WorthTraders Village, $3 parking

Mon, Nov 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CHISD student holiday

Wed, Nov 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Veteran’s Day Ceremonies10am @ Veteran’s Memorial,925 Conover, 972-237-8100

Fri, Nov 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Grand Prairie Art Council’sGobs of Talent Variety Show7pm @ Uptown Theateruptowntheatergp.com, 972-237-UPTN

Rob Bell8pm @ NOKIA TheatreTickets: 214-373-8000 or 972-647-5700NOKIAtheatreDFW.com

Sat, Nov 14 – Sun, Nov 15 . . . .Mountain Man WeekendTraders Village, $3 parking2602 Mayfield Road, 972-647-2331Tues, Nov 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .City Council6:30pm @ City Hall,317 College St., 972-237-8035

Thur, Nov 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Community Thanksgiving Dinner1-6pm @ Dalworth Recreation Center 2012Spikes 972-64-7670

Grand Prairie HistoricalOrganization Luncheon11:30am @ Ruthe Jackson CenterCost: $5 members & $10 non-members.RSVP to 972-262-5151.

Curious George Live7pm @ NOKIA TheatreTickets: 214-373-8000 or 972-647-5700NOKIAtheatreDFW.com

Fri, Nov 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Curious George Live10:30am, 7pm, NOKIA TheatreTickets: 214-373-8000 or 972-647-5700NOKIAtheatreDFW.com

Sat, Nov 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dusk, Prairie LightsSneak-a-Peek Fun RunLynn Creek Park, 5700 Lake Ridge Pkwy972-237-8100

An Elvis Kind of Christmas7:30pm @ Uptown Theateruptowntheatergp.com, 972-237-UPTN

Curious George Live10:30am, 1:30pm, NOKIA TheatreTickets: 214-373-8000 or 972-647-5700NOKIAtheatreDFW.com

Sun, Nov 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Curious George Live1pm, 4:30pm, NOKIA TheatreTickets: 214-373-8000 or 972-647-5700NOKIAtheatreDFW.com

Mon, Nov 23-Wed, Nov 25 . . . . . . .Holiday Camp @ Recreation Centers

Mon, Nov 23-Fri, Nov 27 . . . . . . . . .GPISD, Mansfield ISD, CHISDstudent holiday

Wed, Nov 25-Fri, Nov 27 . . . . . . . . .AISD student holiday

Thur, Nov 26 - Fri, Nov 27 . . . . . . .Thanksgiving holidayCity offices closed

Thur, Nov 26 - Thur, Dec 31 . . . . .Prairie Lights drive through holiday light-ing extravaGRANDza6-9pm @ Lynn Creek Park, 5700 LakeRidge Parkway, 972-237-8100,prairielights.org

Nov 27 - Nov 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Redneck Tenors8pm @ Uptown TheaterUptownTheaterGP.com, 972-237-UPTN

Tue, Dec 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .City Council6:30pm @ City Hall317 College St., 972-237-8035

Thur, Dec 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Grand Prairie GenealogicalSociety Meeting6:30pm @ Grand Prairie Memorial Library,901 Conover, 972-206-2723

GPISD/City Tree Lighting Ceremony6-8 p.m., City Hall, 317 College St., 972-237-8100

Christmas Craft Fair9am-1pm, Senior Center,925 Conover Dr., 972-64-4975

Fri-Sat, Dec 4-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rockapella Christmas Concert8 p.m., Uptown Theater, 972-237-UPTN

Sat, Dec 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Winter Wonderland FestivalNoon-4pm @ Lynn Creek Park,5700 Lake Ridge Parkway, 972-237-8100

Sat, Dec 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Free tours of historic Copeland Home1-4pm @ Copeland Home125 SW Dallas St., 972-237-8086

Rockapella Holiday8pm @ Uptown Theateruptowntheatergp.com, 972-237-UPTN

Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)Collection Day9-11:30am @ Development Center,201 NW 2nd St.Register: gptx.org/wq/hhw, 972-237-8055

Mon, Dec 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Planning and Zoning Commission7pm @ City Hall317 College St., 972-237-8255

Quilters Guild of Grand PrairieFirst Monday of each month7-9 p.m @ First Presbyterian Church, 310S.W. 3rd St., All visitors, ages 10 and up,are welcome to attend. 972-264-5656

Thur, Dec 10 - Fri, Dec 13 . . . . . .Miracle on 34th Street8pm @ Uptown TheaterUptownTheaterGP.com, 972-237-UPTN

Dec 10-13, 15-24, 26-30. . . . . . . .Radio City Christmas SpectacularNOKIA Theatre • NOKIATheatreDFW.com

Thur, Dec 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GPAC Awards Gala8pm @ Uptown TheaterUptownTheaterGP.com, 972-237-UPTN

Mon, Dec 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Planning and Zoning Commission7pm @ City Hall317 College St., 972-237-8255

Tue, Dec 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .City Council 6:30pm @ City Hall317 College St., 972-237-8035

Traders Village2602 Mayfield Road972-647-2331

Lone Star Park1000 Lone Star Parkwaylonestarpark.com


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on FacebookFollow the latest city newsthrough Facebook. Just search“City of Grand Prairie” fromyour Facebook account andclick “become a fan.”

Not a Facebook member?Create an account for free onfacebook.com, one of theworld’s most used social utilityWeb sites, enabling users toshare information, photos andvideos with others. Join thegrowing number of GrandPrairie residents and guestswho are making the Facebookconnection with the city ofGrand Prairie. Also find onFacebook the Uptown Theater,Grand Prairie Parks &Recreation and Grand PrairiePolice Department.

GRAND PRAIRIE— The state of Texasrecently approved the Grand Prairie WaterConservation Plan as approved by theGrand Prairie City Council in April. Theplan, required by law, outlines year-roundwater conservation efforts for residents andbusinesses. These requirements are inplace regardless of whether drought condi-tions exist or not. Should a drought occur,stricter requirements could be enacted.

Highlights of the plan call for:Watering of lawns after 6 p.m. andbefore 10 a.m. (and conversely, don’t waterfrom 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.) fromApril 1 to Oct.31. If Mother Nature is watering, be itdrizzle, rain, hail, snow or ice, turn sprin-klers off. Adjust sprinklers to water thelawn, not the concrete, stone, brick or otherimpervious surface. Fix all broken ormissing sprinkler heads. Maintain a sprin-

kler system so that it does not waste water.For systems installed after June 1, 2009,rain, wind, freeze sensors must be installed.

The ordinance allows watering outside theparameters above for 30 days for the pur-pose of: Establishing hydromulch, grasssod or grass seed; Dust control of a sportfield; Maintenance, repair or testing ofan irrigation system; Watering by use of ahand-held or soaker hose

Thorough, but infrequent watering (nomore than every five days) develops deeperroots and plants that are healthier and moredrought tolerant. Persons or companieswho refuse to comply with the ordinanceface fines up to $2,000. For more informa-tion, contact the City of Grand PrairieWater Utilities at 972-237-8377.

GRAND PRAIRIE ENACTSWATER CONSERVATION

ORDINANCE

New City Web SiteHave you seen the new gptx.org? The redesigned city Web site offers morethan just a new look. Users will find information easier than ever with thebuilt-in search engine, thorough site map and improved page layouts. Thesite features organized news and events sections and RSS feeds to keepresidents well informed. Gptx.org continues to offer a selection of onlinecity services including Grand Prairie Cable Channel 16, e-mail notifica-tions, payments for water bills, warrants and tickets, garage sale permits,police reports, access to the library catalog and more. Take time to explorewhat’s new at gptx.org!



Amateur and professional photographerswho live in Grand Prairie are invited toenter the 2010 City Calendar Photo Contest.Entries accepted through Oct. 1, 2009. Apanel of judges will select photos most ap-propriate for the 2010 City Calendar.A new category has been added to high-

light the many fun things offered in GrandPrairie. The “Be a Kid” category encour-ages photos of kids of all ages having fun atGrand Prairie tourist attractions and parks,such as Nokia Theatre, Lone Star Park,AirHogs baseball, Lake Joe Pool, LynnCreek Park beach, Loyd Park camping, Up-town Theater, Alliance Skate Park, TradersVillage, Palace of Wax, Ripley’s Believe ItOr Not!, Ripley’s Mirror Maze or at one ofthe many Grand Prairie parks.Photo must feature Grand Prairie:

Be a Kid: entertainment attractionsCity services, facilities, programs,employees at workCity eventsPretty places in Grand PrairieGPISD students, facilities, activities (onlyone month in calendar may feature the

schools)Format may be 8 x 10 inch print or 300

DPI TIF file on CD or e-mail with yourname, address, phone number to [email protected]. Prints can be returned if re-turn address is on back of photo.Photos will be used in city publications.

Credit will be attributed in calendar, butmay not be possible in other publicationsand uses. Winning photos will be publishedin the calendar. No cash awards will be of-fered. Entrants must include name, addressand phone number with entry. Winners willbe notified in November 2009. The city cal-endar will be printed inDecember 2009.

Quilt Show at First United Methodist ChurchCelebrating the city’s centennial, First United Methodist Church, 122 N. Center, St., willhost a quilt show from noon – 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009. Admission is $5 and willdisplay quilts as old as 100 years as well as contemporary quilts. To enter your quilt forfree or for more information, call 972-264-6148.

Grand Prairie GetsLow-Cost Spay/Neuter

Shuttle Service

The City of Grand Prairie and Kauf-man County Animal Awareness Project(KCAAP) join forces to offer a newlow-cost pet sterilization program in theCity, aiming to reduce the numbers ofunwanted pets. A shuttle service runsonce per month. Animals will be pickedup at the Grand Prairie PAWSAdoptionCenter at 7 a.m., transported to the newstate- of- the- art high-quality, high-vol-ume spay/neuter clinic in Crandall TXfor surgery and then delivered back tothe facility at around 6:30 p.m. for dis-charge.According to Bonnie Hill, KCAAP

President, the new 5,400 square footclinic is set up to perform over 17,000surgeries per year; and is staffed withexperienced and skilled surgeons andveterinary technicians. KCAAP has twotemperature controlled transport vehi-cles which can accommodate up to 60animals of varies sizes.“We are so excited to bring this low-

cost service to an area in such need.And we are so pleased to be working to-gether with such a dedicated City, asGrand Prairie,” said Hill.Costs for the program are determined

by weight, sex and species. Cost fordogs are; males $50.50 – $70.50; fe-males $55.50 – $75.50. Costs for catsare males $30 and females $40.Funds are available to help those

who are on government assistance,those who own multiple pets, caretakersof feral cats and those who own dogsover 40 lbs.The program also provides vaccina-

tions, heartworm tests, heartworm pre-ventative and flea preventive at reducerates. Texas law requires current rabiesvaccination at the time of surgery. Ifproof can not be provided the animalsmust be vaccinated for $8.Local business can become involved

by sponsoring the monthly shuttle serv-ice. One month sponsorship is $150 andpays for the gas and vehicle mainte-nance for the day. The company will re-ceive thanks through recognition on thetransport vehicle.

To schedule an appointment,call 972-472-3500.

Annual Photo Contest Now Open for Entries

Send entries to:Amy SprinklesMarketing and Public InformationCity of Grand PrairieP.O. Box 534045, Grand Prairie, Texas [email protected]

gptx.org | City of Grand Prairie | Fall 2009 | LLiiffee iiss GGrraanndd •• 3377


City’s World Class WisdomTops in State

The city of GrandPrairie’s World Class Wis-dom book took top honorsin the recent Texas Associ-ation of Municipal Infor-mation Officers annualawards competition, win-ning a TAMI award in thecategory of Employee Communications. TheWorld Class Wisdom book outlines the city’scustomer service philosophy of creating ravingsfans by delivering world class service.

The Foreclosed Home Purchase Assis-tance Grant (FHPAG) assists qualified low,moderate and middle-income familiespurchase foreclosed homes in GrandPrairie. The FHPAG program provides upto a $20,000 grant to assist qualified buyerswith approved closing costs, down pay-ment assistance up to 50% and approvedrehabilitation work after the closingprocess is complete.

Qualifications and EligibilityApplicants must complete all required

application documentation. Mortgage pay-ments should not exceed 25% of gross fam-ily income. Applicants must have anincome to debt ratio of no more than 40%.Applicants must complete eight (8) hoursof homebuyer training/counseling with aHUD approved counselor and provide aCertificate of Completion.Applicants must pre-qualify with a

lender at time of application. All householdmembers’ income must be within the limitsset forth in this chart:

The program is adminis-tered by the city of GrandPrairie Housing and Neigh-borhood Services Department.For complete information,go to www.gptx.org orcall 972-237-8176.

Money to Buy ForeclosedHomes Offered in Grand Prairie

Dallas County1 person2 person3 person4 person5 person6 person7 person8 person

50% ofmedian$23,650$27,050$30,400$33,800$36,500$39,200$41,900$44,600

120% ofmedian$56,800$64,900$73,000$81,000$87,600$94,100$100,600$107,100

Tarrant County1 person2 person3 person4 person5 person6 person7 person8 person

50% ofmedian$23,100$26,400$29,700$33,000$35,650$38,300$40,900$43,550

120% ofmedian$55,450$63,350$71,300$79,200$85,550$91,850$98,200$104,550

Solo Cup Company, a leadingprovider of single-use productsused to serve food and beverages,recently signed a 10-year lease on a603,354-square-foot distribution facil-ity in Grand Prairie. The deal is one ofthe largest of its kind in the DFW areathis year.

“This is great news for GrandPrairie. Our ideal location gives ad-

vantages in the industrial sector that companies won’tfind elsewhere,” said Terry Jones, business developmentmanager for the city of Grand Prairie.

Solo Cup, a $1.8 billion company currently based in

Highland Park, Ill., maintains operations in the Americasas well as Europe. The new facility, owned by CalwestTexas Properties at 1803 W. Pioneer Parkway, will re-place one of the Solo Cup’s two Dallas distribution cen-ters, providing an additional 150,000 square feet ofwarehouse space.

“This new state-of-the-art facility, together with ourexpanding manufacturing facility in Dallas, reinforcesthe importance of the Dallas area to Solo’s ability toserve its customers in the southwestern U.S.,” said TomPasqualini, executive vice president, global supply chain,Solo Cup Company. “Our great working relationshipwith the city of Grand Prairie made the decision to ex-pand here a very easy one.”

Grand Prairie lands big industrial real estate deal

Main Street ShopsParticipate in Historic

Highway 80 Sale

Shops along Main Street indowntown Grand Prairie will beshowing off their wares during thebi-annual Historic US 80 HighwaySale October 16-18.

Organized to promote and in-crease tourism trade and trafficalong historic US 80, the firstcoast-to-coast, all-weather highwayin America, the 2,400 mile routebegins in Savannah, Georgia,makes its way through East Texasand concludes in San Diego, Cali-fornia. The three-state event willcover a 392 mile route – one of thenation’s longest –from Mesquite,Texas through Louisiana to Jack-son, Mississippi.

For more information on the US80 Sale, contact East TexasTourism at [email protected].

Nativity Scene Exhibit


West Fork PresbyterianChurch will be celebratingGrand Prairie’s 100th birth-day with an exhibit of “nativ-ity scenes” at the churchlocated at 908 Santerre Drive,Grand Prairie.

This event will take placeDecember 12, 2009, from11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., andthe public is invited to partic-ipate in this memorable occa-

sion. If you have a nativityscene (big, small, new or old)that you would like to dis-play, please contact any ofthe people listed below whowill furnish your informationfor registering you display.Only 20 tables will be set upfor display of approximately80 scenes; so please call inyour reservation early. Lightrefreshments will be served.

Contact CommitteeConnie Singleton, 972-641-1167, [email protected] Emmick, 972-237-9158, [email protected] Barrett, [email protected]


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