harlingen parks & recreation

HARLINGEN PARKS& RECREATION

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Summer Edition

Helpful Numbers

Parks and Recreation Department 216-5950Parks and Recreation Fax 216-8035Pendleton Pool 425-4270Harlingen Community Center 428-5020Athletic Division 245-0264Park Pavilion Reservations 216-5951Sports/Recreation Hotline 216-5956Harlingen A & E Administration Box Office 216-5990H.E.B. Tennis Center 789-4509Tony Butler Golf Course 216-5972Building Reservations 216-5291Harlingen Public Library 216-5800Health Department 216-5220Boys & Girls Club 428-4183Harlingen Chamber of Commerce 423-5440Downtown Development District 216-4910Harlingen Arts and Heritage Museum 216-4903Harlingen Proud 216-5220

Cancellation/Refund Policy

Please keep in mind when you sign-up for a class that we depend on your enrollment for a successful class.

Plan your schedule carefully. If the City cancels a class, you will receive a full refund.

No refunds will be given if you cancel after the first class session in which you are registered.

Therewillbea$5.00servicechargeforallcancellationsmadepriortothefirstclasssession.

Looking for Class Ideas & Instructors

If you possess the skills and abilities to teach a program, which would be a GREAT addition to our Parks and Recreation curriculum, wed like to meet you. All you have to do is submit a class proposal telling us about your class. Classes are a great way to bring in extra revenue doing something you love to do. If you are interested in submitting a class proposal, contact the Recreation Program Coordinator: Esmeralda Martinez at (956) 873-0391.

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City OfficialsChris Boswell City MayorDanny Castillo CommissionerRobert A. Leftwich Commissioner Michael Mezmar CommissionerBasilio Chino Sanchez CommissionerVictor Leal CommissionerCarlos Yerena City ManagerGabriel Gonzalez Assistant City ManagerDan Serna Assistant City Manager

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

David Aguilar ChairmanPhilip Oxford Co-ChairmanKenneth Pruneau MemberAshley Barker MemberLorenzo Hernandez MemberVacant Member

Walk-In Registrations

Paul Menzies Parks and Recreation DirectorNeri Duran Executive SecretaryJeff Lyssy Parks Superintendent/ Contract Compliance ManagerEsmeralda Martinez Recreation and Events ManagerLupe Gonzalez Athletic SupervisorVacant Aquatic SupervisorYohanna Sanchez Support Service Aide

Walk-In Registrations

HARLINGENPARKSANDRECREATIONOFFICE502 East TylerOffice Hours: Monday-Friday8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Registration Details/Photo Policy

Please register for all classes, leagues, and special events through the Parks and Recreation Office unless otherwise indicated.

Please attend the programs you have registered for unless otherwise notified.

No registrations are taken over the phone or without full payment.

We only accept cash or checks. Please make check payable to the City of Harlingen.

TheCityofHarlingenParksandRecreationDepartmentmaytakephotosofparticipants,enrolledinallprograms.Pleasebeawarethatthesephotosarefordepartmentuseonlyandmaybeusedinfuturebrochuresorfliers.

Steps to Website:Please visit our website to print

registration form. WWW.MYHARLINGEN.US

Left Side Tab, Home Page of Website, Click Parks and Recreation

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DANCELearn to Dance Cumbia Lessons

You can register at the Harlingen Parks and Recreation Office, 502 E. Tyler

Feel the music, learn basic steps and Wepa! Cumbia has a characteristic heartbeat rhythm that youll know if youve ever heard it. Come and learn how to do basic to medium advanced dance steps in CUMBIA. No partner required but highly recommended.

Instructor: Ages: Day: Location: Month/Dates: Time: Cost:

Tejano Dance LessonsVAMOS AL BAILE. If you feel dancing is just TOO hard, then this class is just for you. This fun class includes learning very basic footwork to medium advanced dance steps. If you can walk then youre halfway there. No partner required but highly recommended.

Instructor: Ages: Day: Location: Month/Dates: Time: Cost:

Noe Sanchez, Min. 10, Max. Open until filled 10 & up. Monday (4 Classes) Harlingen Community Center, 201 E. MadisonJune 3, 10, 17 and 24 6:00 7:00 p.m. $20.00 single / $30.00 couple

Noe Sanchez, Min. 10, Max. Open until filled 10 & up. Monday (4 Classes) Harlingen Community Center, 201 E. MadisonJune 3, 10, 17 and 247:00 8:00 p.m.$20.00 single / $30.00 couple

Texas Two-Step CountryWestern Dance Lessons

Do you think youre too old to learn to dance, or does it feel like you have two left feet? Let us show you how easy it is to learn how to dance the Texas Two-Step. Instruction is well paced and includes the learning of proper dance etiquette, correct footwork, turning as couples, plus the very popular WHIP turn. No partner required but highly recommended.

Instructor: Ages: Day: Location: Month/Dates: Time: Cost:

Noe Sanchez, Min. 10, Max. Open until filled 10 & up. Monday (4 Classes) Harlingen Community Center, 201 E. MadisonJune 3, 10, 17 and 24 8:00 9:00 p.m. $20.00 single / $30.00 couple

Harlingen Table Tennis Club

Sponsored by Harlingen Table Tennis Club in association with the Harlingen Parks and Recreation Dept. Open for ages 8 to 80+. For Fees, Contact Bob Salmeron, USATT Certified National Coach at (956) 428-2002 or view their website, www.hgnttc.org. Paddles available, comfortable clothing T-shirt, shorts & gym shoes.

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Ninjutsu (Martial Arts) Learn to protect yourself and others. Learning about leadership, responsibilities and self-confidence. Experience a new way of exercises and self defense at the same time. Students can wear jogging pants and/or shorts with a t-shirt.

Month:Kids:Adults:Cost:

June 6th, July 1st , August 5thMonday & Tuesdays 6-7pmMondays & Tuesdays 7-8pm$35.00 per month/ per person

Harlingen Community Center, 201 E. Madison6:00 9:00 p.m. Monday and Wednesday

FITNESS

Entertainment and Fun

City of Harlingen Harlingen Parks and Recreation Department presents to YOU a great evening of entertainment and fun. Bring your own lawn chairs or beach towels. Food and beverages will be sold (No outside food or beverages, please). FREE ADMISSION. For information, call the Harlingen Parks and Recreation Department at (956) 216-5950.

Saturday, May 11, 7-11 pm, McKelvey ParkSaturday, June 15, 7-11 pm, McKelvey Park

Saturday, August 10, 7-11 pm, McKelvey Park

McKelvey Park1325 S. 77 Sunshine Strip

The Harlingen Parks and Recreation Department along with Footworks invites you to join us at the Footworks Store for a Run Happy, Run Free Event. Every Tuesday / Thursday at 5am and out running at 5:10am. Choose your happy distance 5k, 10k , 2 miler, or 4 miler and choose your Happy pace from a 15min /mile to a sub 6 min/mile pace. Run safe in a group and meet new friends. Running and Injury prevention screens / consultations also available after the run with a Physical Therapist. Hope to see you there and lets all keep the RGV Fit!!! For more information, please call the store 956-545-5423 or come and visit us at 2224 South Buss. 77 Sunshine Strip Suite #94 Harlingen Tx.

All classes will meet August 6, 13, 20, & 27 at Hugh Ramsey Nature Park the Harlingen World Birding Center from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Come bird with experienced birders who can help you learn the birds in your backyard and beyond. Early Fall migrants are possible and Summer birds can still be seen. Special trips may be made to other birding sites.

Any age participant is welcome and classes are free to the public. To sign up please call Cheryle at 956-238-8802 or Norma at 956-428-2603 or email acaskiskadee@yahoo.com. Find us on Facebook!

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FUN & RUN BIRDING

Run Happy, Run Free Event

City of Harlingen and Time Warner Cable presents to You:

Saturday, August 31, 20136:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Bring your own lawn chairs or beach towels.

Food and beverages will be sold. FREE ADMISSION.

Movies at the Park

City of Harlingen Parks and Recreation Department presents to YOU a great evening of entertainment and fun. Bring your own lawn chairs or beach towels. Food and beverages will be sold (No outside food or beverages, please). FREE ADMISSION. For information, call the Harlingen Parks and Recreation Department at (956) 216-5950.

Independence Day Concert July 4 and 5, 2013 at Lon C. Hill Park/