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Winter/Spring 2015

2 Fountain Hills Community Services Winter/Spring 2015

GENERAL INFORMATION

TABLE OF CONTENTSGeneral Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Youth and Teen Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Special Interest Courses – Adult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Sports Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Activity Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Hiking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Art Walks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Volunteer Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Parks & Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Tourism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Online Registration Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

TOWN COUNCIL

Linda Kavanagh, Mayor

Cecil Yates, Vice Mayor

Dennis Brown, Councilmember

Ginny Dickey, Councilmember

Tait D . Elkie, Councilmember

Cassie Hansen, Councilmember

Henry Leger, Councilmember

Ken Buchanan, Town Manager

Meetings the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month

COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT ADVISORY

COMMISSIONS

Community Services Advisory Commission

Meeting Days and Times TBD

Natalie Varela – CHAIR

Sherman Abrahamson – VICE-CHAIR

Nancy Blumenstein

Patt Canning

Gerald Colbert

Don Doty

Jerry Gorrell

Geoffrey Harper

Jim Judge

Lynne Mott

Ron Ruppert

Danny Tancredi

Greg Woo

Donna Yordy

McDowell Mountain Preservation Commission

Meets 4th Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. at Town Hall, Council Chambers

Gerard Bisceglia – CHAIR

Tom Barberic – VICE-CHAIR

Thomas Aiello

Bill Craig

Ken Thornton

Klaus Schadle

Elena Torre

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GENERAL INFORMATION

FOUNTAIN HILLS COMMUNITY SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Fountain Hills Community Services Department is to provide exceptional customer service

to enhance the quality of life by providing and maintaining safe, available, and accessible parks and facilities, recreation programs, events, and services that will meet the intellectual, social, cultural, and leisure needs of all residents .

COMMUNITY SERVICES STAFF

Director

Mark Mayer (480) 816-5190

Nancy Walter, Executive Assistant (480) 816-5148

Recreation

Rachael Goodwin, Recreation Supervisor (480) 816-5135

Jeff Jensen, Coordinator (480) 816-5170

Anjelica Giardino, Coordinator (480) 816-5132

Grace Rodman-Guetter, Tourism Assistant

(480) 816-5165

Parks

Don Clark, Supervisor (480) 816-5178

Chance Butterfield, Parks Lead

Jacquie Full, Groundskeeper

Eric Smyth, Groundskeeper

Cameron Koch, Groundskeeper

Community Center

Mike Fenzel, Events & Ops Supervisor (480) 816-5116

Bill Haughey, Operations Coordinator (480) 816-5188

Dominick LaBate, Customer Service Rep (480) 816-5200

Leigh Heise, Customer Service Rep (480) 816-5200

Senior Services

Kelley Fonville, Supervisor (480) 816-5186

Nita Blose, Home Delivered Meals (480) 816-5226

Marti Lemieux, Activities Coordinator (480) 816-5228

Linda Winters, Activities Assistant (480) 816-5227

Program Refunds• AFULLrefundisgrantedwhenCommunityServicescancelsanyprogram.• NOrefundswillbegrantedafterthestartofaprogramexceptformedical

reasons or relocation out of the area .• NOrefundswillbegrantedfortripsorteamsportsleaguesunlessthespot

can be filled .• A$10.00administrativefeewillbechargedagainstALLrefundstocover

administrative costs . There are no administrative fees charged when the program is cancelled by Community Services .

• Creditcardrefundsareissuedbacktothecardusedforpayment.• Refundprocessingtakesfourtosixweeks.

Facility Refunds• AFULLrefundwillbemadeifCommunityServicescancelstherental.• Intheeventofinclementweather,theresponsiblepartymayre-schedulethe

rental at a later date .• Allchangestoreservationsneedtobemadeatleast24hoursinadvance.

All changes to weekend reservations need to be made by the Thursday prior to the reservation .

• Refundprocessingtakesfourtosixweeks.

For more detailed information on Community Services refund policies, call (480) 816-5100.


SPECIAL EVENTS

SEPT - OCT

Farmers Market and Art on the AvenueWeekly – Thursday October through April from 11:00 a .m . - 5:00 p .m .Avenue of the Fountains FREE – All AgesIn their 5th season the Fountain Hills Farmers Market and Art on the Avenue will display beautiful pieces of art and delectable treats on the Avenue every Thursday .

Hashknife Pony ExpressThursday, January 29 at 3:00 p .m .Avenue of the Fountains FREE – All AgesThe old west rides again as the Hashknife Pony Express comes back to town picking up the day’s mail!

Love in the HillsSaturday, February 14 from 4:00 p .m . - 6:00 p .m .Fountain Park FREE – All AgesLove is in the air on Valentine’s Day as Sami’s Fine Jewelry and Fountain Hills Community Services invite you to Fountain Park to renew your vows in the ambiance of our World Famous Fountain!

The Great FairFriday-Sunday, February 20-22 from 10:00 a .m . - 5:00 p .m .Avenue of the Fountains FREE – All AgesThe Fountain Hills Great Fair welcomes back over 500 vendors to showcase their works at a three day craft fair like none other!

Memorial ChampionshipWednesday-Saturday, February 25-28Fountain Park The largest event on the PDGA National Tour is back and bigger than ever in 2014! The Memorial Championship presented by Discraft is returning to Scottsdale and Fountain Hills, Arizona . On Saturday, March 1st the top 50% of the field in each Pro divisionwillplayatFountainParkfortheirshareofthe$50,000.00+purse!

Fountain Hills Music FestivalSunday, March 8 from 12:00 - 6:00 p .m .FountainPark•FREE–AllAgesJoin the Town of Fountain Hills for a afternoon of music and fun! Several musical acts will perform outdoors, each with its own style and genre . This one-day event was formerly known as the Fountain Hills Concert Series . Visit www .ExperienceFountainHills .org for band information .

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SPECIAL EVENTS

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St. Patrick’s FestivalSunday, March 15 from 10:00 a .m . - 6:00 p .m .FountainPark•$5Adults,free21andunderErin go Bragh! Put on your green and join us as we celebrate the Irish tradition of St . Patrick’s Day in Fountain Hills! Food, fun, and music will all be part of this family-friendly event . Fountain will turn green on Sunday at 1:00 p.m.

St. Patrick’s DayTuesday, March 17 at 12:00 p .m .FountainPark•FREE–AllAgesOur World Famous Fountain will be turned a bejeweling Emerald Green in celebration of St . Patrick’s Day . Fountain will turn green on Tuesday at noon.

EggstravaganzaSaturday, March 28 from 8:00 - 10:00 a .m .GoldenEaglePark•FREE–Ages7&underWatch as hundreds of kids scramble to pick up over 15,000 eggs stuffed with candy and other prizes . Held on the ball fields, this event is a sure way to begin the Spring season . Hoppy Bunny will serve as Master of Ceremonies and will available for hugs and pictures throughout the event . Peeps the Chicken will join Hoppy Bunny again this year to hang out with kids and take photos . The event is open to children up to seven years old who must be accompanied by an adult .

Arrive early as the “egg hunt” starts promptly at 9:00 a.m.

You can also visit with the Fountain Hills Fire Department, which will have trucks to climb on and firefighters to show the kids their gear . No event would be complete without inflatable bouncers to play on . Come join us for lots of egg-citement! In the event of inclement weather or poor field conditions, this event will be rescheduled for Saturday, April 4th .

Easter Sunrise ServiceSunday,April5at6:00a.m.•FountainPark•FREE–AllAgesThe sunrise in Fountain Park is like none other, which is why the Fountain Hills Ministerial Association invites you to enjoy a special sunrise morning service on Easter morning . Please bring chairs or blankets to make your experience more comfortable .

Movie in the Park Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad DaySaturday,April11at7:00p.m.•FountainPark•FREE–AllAgesJoin the Town of Fountain Hills under the stars for a family movie night in the park . We’ll be watching the hit flick Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day . This beloved, award-winning book, published in 1972 finally hit the big screen this fall and will make its way to Fountain Hills this spring! Join us for this family favorite! Remember to bring a blanket or chairs to make your movie experience more comfortable . Refreshments will be sold at the event . Movie choices are subject to change .

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON TOWN EVENTSVisit www .ExperienceFountainHills .org or call (480) 816-5100



Music, Movement and Tumbling: This class will introduce your child to the world of tumbling, music and fitness . We combine three of our favorite classes into one; Wee Dance, Pee Wee Fitness and Tumbleweed Tumbling . We will follow music instruction, play games through songs, use various props, and use our imagination . We will do activity after activity to make sure that your child uses as much energy as possible . 5, 45-minute classes .

Course Day Date Time Age Fee

1354 Tu 1/6-2/3 9:30-10:15a.m. 18mos-3yrs $50

1355 Tu 2/17-3/17 9:30-10:15a.m. 18mos-3yrs $50

1356 Tu 3/31-4/28 9:30-10:15a.m. 18mos-3yrs $50

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor:Let’sGetUpandMoveStaff

Fun-N-Fitness: We have fun while learning to move our bodies . Class includes creative movement, athletic movement, yoga concepts and more . We warm-up, play games, do

obstacle courses and learn gross motor movement skills all in a fun, upbeat environment . We will stretch our mind and bodies with this fun new way to be fit . 5, 45-minute classes .


1357 Tu 1/6-2/3 10:30-11:15a.m. 3-5yrs $50

1358 Tu 2/17-3/17 10:30-11:15a.m. 3-5yrs $50

1359 Tu 3/31-4/28 10:30-11:15a.m. 3-5yrs $50

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor: Let’sGetUpandMoveStaff

Little Sports Mania: Kids will learn the basic skills of different sports activities that help build strong and healthy bodies . They will work on motor skills, coordination, balance, flexibility and social development as they interact and have fun with their peers . We will do 5 different sports in this class; Baseball, Soccer, Basketball, Noodle Hockey and Kickball . 5, 45-minute classes .


1360 Sa 1/10-2/7 9:30-10:15a.m. 2.5-5yrs $50

1361 Sa 2/28-3/28 9:30-10:15a.m. 2.5-5yrs $50

1362 Sa 4/4-5/2 9:30-10:15a.m. 2.5-5yrs $50


Jr Science & Art: Come explore the fun world of science and art as we try experiments while getting messy . Don’t dress to impress since we will be using our hands and our brains as we try and figure out how the world works . We will measure, pour, mix, separate, create and so much more .


1363 Sa 1/10-2/7 10:30-11:15a.m. 6-12yrs $55

1364 Sa 2/28-3/28 10:30-11:15a.m. 6-12yrs $55

1365 Sa 4/4-5/2 10:30-11:15a.m. 6-12yrs $55


Hunter Education: Youth and adult participants will learn how to handle their firearms in a safe and responsible manner . All aspects of safety will be emphasized . Survival tips and safety involving archery, camp fires, hunting, etc . will be taught . This course is designed to teach safe handling of firearms and ammunition in the home and in the field, safe hunting habits, outdoor ethics, outdoor survival, wildlife management techniques and more! This course is required by law for anyone 10-14 years old to hunt big game in Arizona . The course is open to all ages and family participation is encouraged .

Arizona Game and Fish certified instructor, Jim Hawkins, will teach the course and lead students on Field Day . Field Day is on a Saturday from 8:00 a .m .-Noon at Rio Salado Sportsmen’s Club . (UseryPassRoad,Mesa,AZ).ThisBasicHunterEducationCourseisa total of 20 hours . You can obtain your Game and Fish ID through the Department of Game and Fish . 8, 2-hour classes plus a 4-hour Field Day .


1372 Tu&W TBD* 6:30-8:30p.m. 10yrs&up $10

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor: Jim Hawkins *Dates not available at time of publishing, please visit www .fh .az .gov/recreation for more information .

Creative Problem Solving Workshop: Lots of hands-on STEM related challenges to be solved . Fun happens while solving problems such as building paper structures, creating innovative devices from common recyclable materials, or developing stories using unusual objects . Each challenge can be solved in many different ways and is always designed for students to have fun with others while figuring out the best solution . 1, 2-hour class .


1366 Sa 1/17 1:00-3:00p.m. 8-12yrs $30

1367 Sa 2/7 1:00-3:00p.m. 8-12yrs $30

1368 Sa 4/25 1:00-3:00p.m. *AllAges $30

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor: Brian Calaway *Family participation is encouraged for this family-oriented class .

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LEGO Robotics Workshop: This workshop is to introduce students to Lego Mindstorms Robotic Kits and the programming it takes to make them do fun stuff . Learn how to design, build, and programLegoMindstormNXTrobots.Useyourproblem-solvingskills for hands-on projects and challenges . Instructor competes with Lego Robots and is State Champion in VEX Robotics at college level . 1, 2-hour class on 1/10 & 5/9; *4, 1 .5-hour classes during Spring Break Camp .


1369 Sa 1/10 1:00-3:00p.m. 8-12yrs $30

1371 Tu-F 3/10-3/13 10:30a.m.-Noon 8-12yrs* $80(Spring Break Camp)

1370 Sa 5/9 1:00-3:00p.m. 8-12yrs $30

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor: Brian Calaway

Babysitter Safety, CPR and First Aid: Learn CPR, First Aid, basic emergency choking and more . Cost includes take home materials and Certification . Bring a lunch . 1, 6-hour class .


1350 Sa 4/18 9:00a.m.-3:00p.m. 12yrs&up $50

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor: American Emergency Response Training

Lil’ Chefs: Students in this class will learn the basic elements of cooking . Students will be taught recipes and preparation methods for various foods from around the world . They will also be taught key topics associated with cooking such as kitchen safety, cooking terms and recipe structure . They will make a recipe book of the recipes they learn in class so they can repeat the recipes at home . 5, 1 .5-hour classes .


1351 Tu 1/27-2/24 5:30-7:00p.m. 7-11yrs $100

1353 Th 1/29-2/26 5:30-7:00p.m. 12-15yrs $100

1352 Tu 3/17-4/14 5:30-7:00p.m. 7-11yrs $100

1418 M 3/16-4/13 5:30-7:00p.m. 12-15yrs $100

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor: Chantal Sahr

Middle School Madness: The Town of Fountain Hills Community Services Department and MCSO would like to invite teens to participate in our Middle School Madness events throughout the 2014-2015 school year . Join us for a variety of games, trips, food, music and fun . These events are FREE for teens to participate .

Course Day Date Time Age

Dodgeball F 1/16 6:00 - 9:00 p .m . 6th-8th grades FH Middle School Gym

Kickball F 2/13 6:00 - 9:00 p .m . 6th-8th grades Golden Eagle Park

X-treme Game Night F 4/17 6:00 - 9:00 p .m . 6th-8th grades FH Middle School Gym

ADULT COURSES (AGES 16 & UP)Drawing: Anybody can learn to draw! Before you paint you need to have a good drawing . You will learn how to see differently so that you can draw on paper what you see . At the end of the 6-week course you will have a finished drawing! 6, 2 .5-hour classes .


1373 Tu 1/20-2/24 1:00-3:30p.m 16yrs&up $75

1374 Tu 3/3-4/7 1:00-3:30p.m. 16yrs&up $75

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor: Dennis Weber (For more information about the instructor, visit www.dweberdesigns.com)

Paper Clay Workshops: This class is an introduction to paper clay that will teach students how to prepare supplies and their workspace, learn about paper pulp, how to mix clay, starting sculptures, and learning advanced techniques, and preparing a sculpture for varnishing and painting . Paper clay does not require firing, as projects air dry . 1, 5-hour class .


1375 Sa 1/31 10:00a.m.-3:00p.m 16yrs&up $75

1376 Sa 2/28 10:00a.m.-3:00p.m 16yrs&up $75

1377 Sa 3/14 10:00a.m.-3:00p.m 16yrs&up $75

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor: Dennis Weber (For more information about the instructor, visit www.dweberdesigns.com)

Oil Painting: Learn about color mixing, brushes, mediums and how to begin and execute a simple painting . This class will take you step-by-step and you will come away with a true understanding of how to paint with oils . The first class will be about paints, brushes, mediums and supports . A basic drawing class is preferred but no experience is needed and intermediate students are welcome . A supply list will be provided upon registration . All levels are welcome . 4, 2-hour classes .


1378 Tu 1/27-2/17 4:00-6:00p.m 16yrs&up $70

1379 Tu 3/24-4/14 4:00-6:00p.m 16yrs&up $70

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor: Michael Roberts

Watercolor: Students will enjoy learning about and engaging in this free-flowing, transparent, and water-based medium . Beginning techniques include wet-on-wet, value development, textural applications, and color exploration . Students will begin using black and white values, while continuing toward the full range of color with still life and photographic-reference work . Experienced students are welcome and will concentrate on developing their own “personal series” in watercolors and other mediums . All levels welcome! A supply list will be provided upon registration . All levels are welcome . 4, 2-hour classes .


1380 Tu 1/27-2/17 6:15-8:15p.m 16yrs&up $70

1381 Tu 3/24-4/14 6:15-8:15p.m 16yrs&up $70

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor: Michael Roberts

SPECIALINTERESTCOURSES

For more information about Special Interest Programs please contact: Jeff Jensen, Recreation Coordinator at (480) 816-5170 or jjensen@fh .az .gov

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SPECIALINTERESTCOURSES

Instant Piano and Instant Guitar: Some music teachers may not want you to know this, but you don’t need years of weekly lessons to learn most instruments . With simple instruction and review of commonly used keys, these insider tips will have you playing like a pro in no time . You’ll be

able to perfect your technique at home, using exclusive take home materialsincludingaudioprovidedbytheinstructor.$29materialsfee collected in class – includes take home DVD and workbook . 1, 2 .5-hour class .


1382 PIANO T 1/20 6:00-8:30p.m 16yrs&up $45

1383 GUITAR M 1/26 6:00-8:30p.m 16yrs&up $45

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor: Craig Coffman

Acrylic and Oil Painting Workshop: This class is for intermediate to advanced students . This workshop will help students improve their technical aspects of painting and understanding color . Students also will work to improve composition, proportion and perspective . 5, 3-hour classes . (Ages 18 & up)


1384 M 1/5 - 2/9* 9:00a.m.–Noon 18yrs&up $60

1385 Th 1/15 - 2/12 9:00a.m.–Noon 18yrs&up $60

1386 M 2/23 - 3/23 9:00a.m.–Noon 18yrs&up $60

1387 Th 2/26 - 3/26 9:00a.m.–Noon 18yrs&up $60

1388 M 4/6 - 5/4 9:00a.m.–Noon 18yrs&up $60

1389 Th 4/9 - 5/7 9:00a.m.–Noon 18yrs&up $60

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor: Ernie Shapiro *No class on 1/19 (Martin Luther King Day)

Tick-Tock … Is it Time for a De-tox?: Are you fighting off indigestion or acid reflux? Struggle with cravings? Can’t lose weight?Livingwithconstipationorloosestool?DOYOUWANTTO…feel balanced and happy every day? Feel alive, refreshed and renewed? Feel in control of the choices you make? Feel more comfortable in your clothes? There is a solution that is simple and effective, without fasting and following any other fads out on the market .

Come and learn how and why a whole body de-tox works! 1, 1 .5-hour class .


1390 Sa 1/10 1:00-2:30p.m. 16yrs&up $15

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor:RoseannC.Zaft

Intro to Essential Oils: Looking for natural solutions for safer, cheaper and more effective health care? This workshop empowers you to improve your health…naturally . Come and learn how using plants in their natural state support your body’s own immune system . Find out how pure essential oils give you the opportunity to self-direct your health care and become a healer in your own home . You will learn about the top 10 oil blends safe for your entire family to use for commonconditions.PLUS,youwillbeabletochooseandcreatea“natural solution remedy” to take home with you! 1, 1 .5-hour class .


1391 Sa 2/7 9:00a.m.-10:30a.m. 16yrs&up $15

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor:RoseannC.Zaft

CPR/AED for the Community and Workplace: The purpose of this course is to train individuals to overcome any reluctance to act in emergency situations and to recognize and care for life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies in children or adults . The courses cover adult, child and infant CPR; the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and first aid for choking . The Fountain Hills Fire Department provides the certified CPR instructors .

The American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) CPR and AED for Community & Workplace course provides individuals with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to perform effective basic life support in an emergency . 1, 3-hour class . (Ages 14 & up)

Course Day Date Time Age

1392 Sa 1/10 9:00 a .m . - 12:00 p .m . 14 yrs & up

1393 Sa 2/14 9:00 a .m . - 12:00 p .m . 14 yrs & up

1394 Sa 3/14 9:00 a .m . - 12:00 p .m . 14 yrs & up

1395 Sa 4/11 9:00 a .m . - 12:00 p .m . 14 yrs & up

FEES: Resident:$30 Non-Resident:$40 HSStudentResident:$20 HSStudentNon-Resident:$30

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructors: Captain Boyer or Pat Lay

Pet CPR & First Aid: Learn Pet CPR, Pet First Aid, basic emergency choking and more . This program is endorsed by the ASPCA . Cost includes take-home materials for your in-home pet safety and a certification . 1, 2 .5-hour class .


1396 Sa 2/28 10:00a.m.-12:30p.m. 16yrs&up $45

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center Instructor: American Emergency Response Training

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GENERAL INFORMATION

MEN’S LEAGUEMen’s Slow Pitch Softball League: Men’s Slow Pitch Recreational Softball is played at Golden Eagle Park on Tuesday nights . Softballs and umpires are provided . The tournament champions will receive t-shirts . We are always looking for new teams and players! Individuals are encouraged to call (480) 816-5100 to find out how to get on a team . Come out for fun, fitness and good competition! Registration deadline is Thursday, January 8 at 6:00 p .m .

Course Day Date Time Age Team Fee

1397 Tu 1/20-3/10 6:30-10:30p.m. 18yrs&up $495

Location: Golden Eagle Park Fields 2 & 3

SENIOR SOFTBALL Slow Pitch Senior Softball League: Registration for Senior Softball is in full swing . This recreational league plays on Wednesdays mornings at Golden Eagle Park . The league provides fields and softballs . All team managers must have players sign a waiver of liability prior to the first game . Teams are responsible for any make up games . Registration deadline is Thursday, January 8 at 6:00 p .m .

Course Day Date Time Age Team Fee

1398 W 1/21-3/18 8:00a.m.-12:00p.m.65yrs&up $200

Location: Golden Eagle Park Fields 2 & 3

ADULT AND YOUTH TENNIS LESSONSFountain Hills Community Services offers tennis for all ages and all skill levels . Join us this fall at Golden Eagle Park . For more information, call (480) 816-5100 .

Pee Wee TennisEmphasis is on fun! Fundamentals along with coordination drills and games are covered . 8, 45-minute lessons .


1402 M 1/19-3/9 3:45-4:30p.m. 5-6yrs $801403 Sa 1/17-3/7 9:15-10:00a.m. 5-6yrs $80

Location: Golden Eagle Park Instructor: Ron Nielson

Youth Tennis for BeginnersOur goal is to teach students in this age group the love of the game and basic fundamentals . 8, 1-hour lessons .


1404 M 1/19-3/9 4:30-5:30p.m. 7-9yrs $901405 Sa 1/17-3/7 10:00-11:00a.m. 7-9yrs $90


Youth Tennis for Intermediate/AdvancedThis class is for an older age group who have had prior experience playing tennis and want to improve their skills .


1406 Sa 1/17-3/7 11:00-12:00p.m.10-14yrs $110


Adult: BeginnersEnjoy this healthy and physical activity while you learn basic fundamentals & techniques . 8, 1-hour lessons .


1407 Tu 1/20-3/10 10:00-11:00a.m. 18yrs&up $1101408 M 1/19-3/9 5:30-6:30p.m. 18yrs&up $110


Adult: Intermediate 3.5 - 4.0This course is for adults seeking to advance their tennis skills and who have prior tennis experience . This class is an excellent way to get into a more active lifestyle, meet new people and improve your tennis . 8, 1-hour lessons .


1409 M 1/19-3/9 6:30-7:30p.m. 18yrs&up $1101410 Tu 1/20-3/10 11:00-12:00p.m. 18yrs&up $1101411 Th 1/22-3/12 6:30-7:30p.m. 18yrs&up $110


SPORTS ACTIVITIES SOFTBALL TENNIS


YOUTH SPORTSMLB Pitch, Hit & Run presented by Scott’s: Pitch, Hit & Run is a free skills competition that provides boys and girls, ages 7-14, the opportunity to showcase their pitching, hitting and running abilities . Divided into four age groups, youngsters are challenged to pitch strikes from 45 feet, hit off stationary tee for distance and accuracy, and run a sprint from second base to home plate . In each age group, Local Competition individual skill and overall champions are crowned and advance to Section Competitions . Sectional Champions are eligible for MLB Team Championships and the opportunity for the ultimate dream-come-true, a trip to the All-Star Game for the National Finals . VOLUNTEERSNEEDEDforthisevent.

Day Date Time Age Fee

W 4/1 6:00 - 8:00 p .m . 7-14 yrs FREE

Register online at www.mlb.com/kids. Location: Golden Eagle Park *On-site registration is from 5:00-5:30 p .m . Competition will begin at 5:30 p .m .

OPEN GYMThe Town of Fountain Hills Community Services will conduct and Open Gym for all ages to hang out with friends, play basketball, dodgeball, soccer, and enjoy free play at Fountain Hills Middle School . This is an unstructured play time program . Kids can bring a ball of their choice . Parents are welcome to stay . Open gym is not a licensed daycare facility . Parents can drop-in on day of event . What to bring: basketball, football, tennis ball, volleyball and water .


1399 F 3/27 6:00-8:00p.m. All $5

Location: Fountain Hills Middle School Gymnasium

SPORT ACTIVITIESYOUTHSPORTS/GOLF

Youth Sports OrganizationsThe Town’s youth sports programs are run by independent organizations who partner with the Town . Without the many volunteers that help to run these organizations, these programs might not be available . Community Services would like to thank everyone for their efforts and the opportunities they provide the youth of Fountain Hills . For more information, contact:• FountainHillsLittleLeague,www.fhazll.org• FountainHillsSoccerClub,http://fhsc.leaguetoolbox.com• FountainHillsFootballAssociation

www .fountainhillsfootball .com or call (480) 612-5774• YouthFlagFootballandYouthBasketball

http://mckeebranch .bgcs .org or call (480) 344-5400

GOLFGolf 101 – Learn the Basics: This program will concentrate on the basic fundamentals of the swing . Students will learn the proper grip, posture, alignment, ball positions, and club selection . 4, 1-hour lessons .


1412 Sa 2/14-3/7 2:30-3:30p.m. 14yrs&up $125

Location: Eagle Mountain Instructor: Derek Nannen

Golf 202 – Full Swing Mechanics: This program is designed for those who have had some golfing experience . This course will help you improve your current swing plane, which is a key ingredient for better accuracy and improved distance . Clubs and practice balls are available during course time, but please bring your own clubs if you have them . 4, 1-hour lessons .


1413 Sa 2/14-3/7 4:30-5:30p.m. 14yrs&up $125


Golf Instruction – Short Game: The short game course will teach you all the shots from 100 yards and in . Putting, chipping, pitching, bunkers and all shot making techniques from around the green, will help you improve your score . All skill levels are welcome . Green Fees and Cart rental are included . 4, 1-hour lessons .


1414 Sa 2/14-3/7 3:30-4:30p.m. 14yrs&up $125


Jr. Golf Clinics at SunRidge Canyon Golf: Students will learn the rules, skills and techniques of golf . SunRidge Canyon will provide clubs during the clinics . Brian Roberts, the junior golf instructor,wastheUS-KIDSlocaltour director and has his class A-PGAMembershipfromASU.Brian has been studying the golf swing for over 10 years and has been teaching within the Jim McLean Golf School at SunRidge Canyon since January of 2014 . He looks forward to helping the next generation of golfers achieve their goals, develop their passion and have fun! Registration deadline is the Thursday before the start of each session . 4, 1-hour lessons .


1415 Tu/Th 1/27-2/5 4:00-5:00p.m. 5-17yrs $551416 Tu/Th 2/24-3/5 4:00-5:00p.m. 5-17yrs $551417 Tu/Th 3/24-4/2 4:00-5:00p.m. 5-17yrs $55

Location: SunRidge Canyon Golf Canyon Instructor: Brian Roberts

http://www.mlb.com/kids

http://www.fhazll.org

http://fhsc.leaguetoolbox.com

http://www.fountainhillsfootball.com

http://mckeebranch.bgcs.org


PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES

MONDAYS

Men’s Discussion Group 9:00 - 10:30 a .m .

Ping Pong 9:00 - 11:00 a .m .

Conversational Spanish 10:30 a .m . - 12:30 p .m .

Contract Bridge (intermediate) 12:00 - 3:00 p .m .

Backgammon 12:30 - 3:30 p .m .

TUESDAYS

Peer Led Exercise 8:00 - 9:00 a .m .

Line Dancing (advanced) 9:30 - 10:30 a .m .

Hooks & Needles 10:00 - 11:30 a .m .

Mah Jongg (intermediate) 1:00 - 4:00 p .m .

Movies 1:00 - 3:30 p .m .

Bingo (must be 21 or older) 1:30 - 3:30 p .m .

Poetry Club – 1st Tues 10:30 - 11:30 a .m .

Swing Time Music – 3rd Tues 1:00 - 3:00 p .m .

WEDNESDAYS

Contract Bridge (advanced) 9:00 a .m . - 12:00 p .m .

Poker 1:00 - 4:00 p .m .

Scrabble Club 1:00 - 4:00 p .m .

Bunko and Left, Center, Right – 1st Wed 2:00 - 4:00 p .m .

Women Singles Group – 2nd Wed 1:00 - 2:00 p .m .

Hand & Foot Cards – 2nd & 4th Wed 9:00 a .m . - 12:00 p .m .

Classical Music Matinee – 3rd Wed 1:00 - 3:00 p .m .

THURSDAYS

Peer Led Exercise 8:00 - 9:00 a .m .

Spanish Club II 9:00 - 10:30 a .m .

Line Dancing (intermediate) 9:30 - 10:30 a .m .

Parkinson’s Art 1:00 - 3:00 p .m .

Golden Age of Radio – 1st Thurs 1:00 - 3:00 p .m .

Quilts N’ More – 1st Thurs 11:00 a .m . - 12:45 p .m .

FRIDAYS

Cards (canasta & pinochle) 9:15 a .m . - 12:00 p .m .

Parkinson’s Exercise (beginners) 9:00 - 10:00 a .m .

Parkinson’s Exercise (advanced) 10:00 - 11:00 a .m .

Contract Bridge (advanced) 9:00 a .m . - 12:00 p .m .

Woodcarvers 1:00 - 3:00 p .m .

Domino Players 1:00 - 4:00 p .m .

Chess Players 1:00 - 3:00 p .m .

Sherlock Holmes book club 3:00 - 5:00 p .m . (dates: 1/9, 2/13, 3/13, 4/10, 5/8) DATES&TIMESSUBJECTTOCHANGE

ACTIVITY CENTER

2015 Activity Center Membership is now availableMembership for calendar year 2015 is available . The membership will be valid through December 31, 2015 . Fee(s)remainthesameat$20forFountainHillsresidents/Fountain Hills winter residents .

Thereisa$30non-residentfee(Scottsdale,Mesa,RioVerde,etcetera) which entitles members to participate in many activities .

All adults age 18 and over are eligible for membership .

NEW

NEW

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ACTIVITIES & VOLUNTEER EXPO Wednesday, January 28 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

This event will showcase the various programs, support groups, classes, presentations, and services available at the Activity Center and the numerous volunteer opportunities available with the Town, local clubs, and organizations . Attendees will have an opportunity to interact and mingle directly with the various activity groups, clubs, and organization representatives . The Expo will highlight special events the Activity Center and the Town have scheduled for the year . In addition, there will be tables laden with goodies and refreshing beverages . This is an opportunity to renew your Activity Center membership or join for the first time .

FREE – Open to the publicLocation: Fountain Hills Community Center

FIRST AMERICAN BANJO BAND Come and enjoy a truly unique performance of New Orleans style Jazz and Ragtime music! The First Arizona Banjo Band was formed in 1973 . The banjos used are four-string banjos, the old style “jazz” banjos so popular in the 1920’s and 1930’s . The music reflects that style of song; happy, upbeat, full of rhythm and distinctive sound, and easy to sing along to . Pre-registration required . Free for current ActivityCentermembersand$5feenon-members

Course Day Date Time 1222 W 3/25 2:00 - 3:00 p .m .

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center

CLASSES AARP Smart Driver ClassLearn new defensive driving techniques and gain knowledge about road awareness.Feeis$15ifanAARPmember,$20ifnotanAARPmember . Payable by check only to instructor (no cash or credit cards accepted) . Bring AARP card to class . Pre-registration is required . Activity Center membership not required . Open to the public .

AARP AARP Course Day Date Time Members Non-members

1139 Tu 2/10 8:30a.m.-1:00p.m. $15 $201140 Tu 4/14 8:30a.m.-1:00p.m. $15 $20


Heard Museum Presentations The mission of the Heard Museum is to educate people about the arts, heritage and ways of life of the Indigenous peoples of the Americas, with an emphasis on American Indian tribes of the Southwest . Experienced Heard Museum Guild Volunteers will lead these presentations . Pre-registration is required for each presentation . Space is limited . Free for current Activity Center members.$5feefornon-members.

Topic Course Day Date TimeSouthwest Jewelry 1179 W 2/4 2:00 - 3:00 p .m . The Apache 1180 W 3/4 2:00 - 3:00 p .m .


Diabetes Management Workshop (Seven week series) Diabetes can be tough to manage . If you have been diagnosed with diabetes or pre-diabetes, this workshop gives you an opportunity to help understand how to control diabetes and prevent long term problems . You will have an opportunity to get your questions answered as well as be updated on current ways to manage your diabetes successfully . Each class will focus on one of the seven key areas of diabetes management and provide suggestions and tools you can use to achieve better control and improve your quality of life .

This class will not automatically make your diabetes better . What you learn and what you apply will help you control your diabetes better . Whether you are newly diagnosed or have had diabetes for years, this class can help . Areas covered: Healthy Eating, Being Active, Taking Medications, Monitoring, Problem Solving, Health Coping, and Reducing Risks .

Pre-registration is required . Activity Center membership required .

Course Day Date Time Members 1345 W 2/4 - 3/18 9 a .m . - 1:00 p .m . FREE Location: Fountain Hills Community Center

Healthy Mind & Body Presentations offered by Dr. Nick Schultz Healthsource Chiropractic ClinicPre-registration is required for each presentation . Space is limited . FreeforcurrentActivityCentermembers.$5feefornon-members.

Topic Course Day Date

Falling down is not an option: keys to staying on your feet! 1184 Th 1/15 Natural options to treat Arthritis 1185 Th 2/12 Eat well, think well, and move well! 1186 Th 3/19

Above presentations will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the Fountain Hills Community Center

Health Talks offered by Spooner & Shaft Physical TherapyPre-registration is required for each presentation . Space is limited . FreeforcurrentActivityCentermembers.$5feefornon-members.

Topic Course Day DateGeneral low back pain and how to best manage it 1181 Tu 1/27 Learn the correct ways to stretch and avoid serious injuries 1182 Tu 2/24

Shoulder pain – what is it? 1183 Tu 3/31

Above presentations will be held from 9:15 - 9:45 a.m. at the Fountain Hills Community Center

ACTIVITY CENTER


ACTIVITY CENTER

SOCK HOP DANCE Get ready to Rock N Roll, dust off your poodle skirt and letter sweater and come join in the fun . This event is an intergenerational dance so bring your kids and grandchildren and show them how to do the twist, the jive, and the stroll . Live entertainment provided by Come Back Buddy Band . They specialize in songs from the 50’s . There will be a 50’s Outfit Contest and Hula-Hoop Contest!

Pre-registration is required .

Course Day Date Time Fee 992 F 2/27 6-9:00p.m. $5adults,freeforteens/youth


SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS Stop by the Activity Center to pick up detailed flyers on all of our presentations .

Pre-registration is required for each presentation . Space is limited . Free for current Activity Center members . $5feefornon-members.

Daytime PresentationsTopic Course Day Date

OurPlaceintheUniversepresentedbySteveMutz 1210 Th 1/22

Peripheral Neuropathy by Dr . Lucas Nyabero 1213 Th 2/5

Steamboats by Wally Brown 1211 Th 2/12

Fascinating Eye & Visual Systems In the Animal Kingdom by Dr . Dennis Robertson 1212 Th 2/19

Commemorative Air Force & Airbase Arizona by Larry Turner 1214 Th 3/19

UnderstandingtheJourneyofDementia by Maribeth Gallagher 1216 Th 4/9

Laughter Yoga presented by Scottsdale Healthcare 1217 Th 4/16

Above daytime presentations will be held from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the Fountain Hills Community Center

Evening PresentationTopic Course Day Date

Navy Top Gun by Captain Larry Ernest 1219 Th 2/5

Above evening presentation will be held from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Fountain Hills Community Center

Support Groups and Assistance ProgramsBereavement Support Group 2nd & 4th Mon 1:00 - 2:30 p .m .

Blood Pressure Monitoring Tues 11:00 a .m . - 1:00 p .m . (not offered on the 5th Tuesday)

Caregivers Support Group 1st Mon 11:00 a .m . - 12:30 p .m .

Celiac & Gluten Support Group 2nd Wed 10:00 a .m . - 12:00 p .m .

Hearing Loss Support Group 4th Wed 1:30 - 3:30 p .m .

Legal Consultations* 1st Fri 2:30 - 3:30 p .m .

Medical Equipment to Loan Mon thru Fri 9:00 a .m . - 4:00 p .m .

Medicare Insurance Consultations* 1st & 3rd Wed 11:30 a .m . - 12:30 p .m .

Parkinson’s Support Group 1st Wed 9:30 - 11:30 a .m .

Surviving Treatment Sharing Group 2nd Thurs 3:30 - 4:30 p .m . (For cancer or other chronic conditions)

*By Appointment

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HOME DELIVERED MEALS Our program provides nutritious noon-time meals to residents .

About the Program• MealsarepreparedfreshdailybythestaffatFountain

View Village• Mealsaredeliveredsevendaysaweekincludingallmajor

holidays• Tolearnwhoqualifiesfortheprogrampleasecall480-816-5226• AreaAgencyonAgingprovidesfinancialassistancetoclients

who are unable to pay for meals . For more information please contact them directly at 602-264-4357

About the Meals• Thecostofeachmealis$7.00• Mealsaredeliveredeverydaybyvolunteersbetween11:00a.m.

and 12:30 p .m .• Mealsconsistofahotentréeandtwosidedishesinanaluminum

container plus a cold sack with salad, dessert, fruit, and milk • Avarietyofseasoningsareusedinthepreparationofthemeals

with minimal salt being added• Diabeticmealsareavailableuponrequest

New Clients• Clientschoosewhatdayseachweektheywantmealsdelivered

to their home• Newclientsmuststayontheprogramforaminimumoftwo

weeks• Aftersigning-up,itmaytakeseveraldaysbeforeanewclient

starts receiving meals• Ifyou’dliketosign-uptoreceivemealspleasecontact

the Activity Center (located inside the Community Center) at 480-816-5226

Volunteers• Teamsoftwovolunteersdeliverthemeals• Eachteamdeliversonlyoncepermonth• VolunteerspickupthemealsatFountainViewVillagebetween

10:45 a .m . and 11:00 a .m . with a time frame of approximately 1 to 1 .5 hours for delivery

• Volunteeropportunitiesareoccasionallyavailableforthosewithtime to give to this rewarding program


OUTDOORACTIVITIES

GUIDED HIKESStewards from the Sonoran Conservancy will lead a series of guided hikes during the Winter/Spring months . Hikers should register with stewards at least 15 minutes before the departure time listed . Hikes usually begin at 8 a .m . and normally last about 3 hours depending on the hike .

Hiking Tips

Hiking in the desert is always beautiful but it often includes traveling long distances over rough and steep terrain . Follow these simple tips whenever you head out on the trail:

• Planyourtripcarefullyandknowyourlimits.• Neverhikealoneandbesuretotellsomeonewhenandwhere

you’re going .• Dressproperlyandcarryplentyofwater(especiallyinthe

warmer months); return to trailhead when your water is half gone .• Stayonthetrails• Obeythesigns• Respectthedesert!

HIKING SERIESThe Winter/Spring Hiking Series presented by the Town of Fountain Hills McDowell Mountain Preservation Commission and the Sonoran Conservancy of Fountain Hills .

Thereisa$2entryfeeintotheMcDowell Mountain Regional Park and hikes beginning from Golden Eagle Trailhead require the$2feefortheRegionalPark.Hikes beginning at the end of Eagle Ridge Drive must start and finish with stewards as we cross private land .

The parking lot and trailhead for entrance into McDowell Mountain Regional Park is just before the gate house at Eagles Nest . Connects to the Fountain Hills McDowell Sonoran Preserve via the Sonoran Trail . End of Eagle Ridge Drive is just beyond the Copperwynd Resort entrance .

New Year – New Trail: This hike will be 8 miles/difficult . Estimated 1500 foot elevation gain . One-way hike shuttle required . We start the year with a one-way hike using a brand new trail named for Chet Andrews and Roy Kinsey . This trail connects the Scottsdale and Fountain Hills preserves . We start with a climb up the Sunrise Trail, take the Andrew-Kinsey Trail to our preserve . We then follow the Sonoran Trail and Dixie Mine Trail to the Golden Eagle Trailhead . We will leave as many vehicles as we can at the Golden Eagle Trailhead and carpool to the Sunrise Trailhead in Scottsdale .Date: Saturday, January 10 at 8:00 a .m . Location: Meet at Golden Eagle Trailhead

Balanced Rock: A four mile easy hike in the north Scottsdale preserve passing among grand and stately saguaros as well as striking granite boulder formations . Beautiful scenery all around .Date: Wednesday, January 7 at 8:30 a .m . Location: Meet at Library Parking Lot

Dixie Mine: This hike will be 5 miles/moderate to exhilarating . Enjoy learning about the mine and its surroundings (including a petroglyph panel) . This is a great hike .Date: Saturday, January 17 at 9:00 a .m . Location: Meet at Golden Eagle Trailhead

Archaic Hunter Gatherer Hike: This hike is 2 miles/easy to moderate . This hike originates from the Lost Dog Trailhead and travels the Lost Dog and Ringtail Trail Loop with a short diversion to the Anasazi Spur . The hike replicates a day in the life of an archaic hunting and gathering party . Hike time: 3 hours Date: Saturday, January 24 at 8:30 a .m . Location: Meet at Library Parking Lot

Garden Valley Loop Superstitions: This hike is 5 .5 miles/moderate to difficult 660 gain elevation . This is a very special and popular hike into the Superstition wilderness . We hike on a rocky trail to the site of an Indian trash mound, then cross Garden Valley – a flat area which might even be muddy and then descend thru some fascinating rock formations to work our way back to the trailhead . Hiking shoes or boots necessary . Hiking poles recommended . One hour drive to trailhead with section on dirt road .Date: Wednesday, January 28 at 8:00 a .m . Location: Meet at Library Parking Lot

HIKING


OUTDOORACTIVITIESHIKING

Butcher Jones: This hike is 5 .5 miles/moderate 200 foot elevation gain . Tonto National Forest day or annual pass required for each vehicle . This hike begins at the Butcher Jones picnic area, winds along the edge of Saguaro Lake to a fabulous view of Four Peaks . Trail is fairly level except for a climb into and out of a wash . Date: Saturday, February 14 at 8:30 a .m . Location: Meet at Library Parking Lot

Lifecycle of a Saguaro: This hike is 4 miles/easy to moderate 200 feet elevation gain . Native only to the Sonoran Desert, these giant cacti are a sight to see . Hiking near Granite Mountain, we will follow the growth of a saguaro from seed to skelton, and view multi-armed, old saguaros . Allow 4 hoursDate: Tuesday, February 24 at 8:00 a .m . Location: Meet at Library Parking Lot

Tom Thumb to Dixie Mine: This hike is 7 .5 miles/difficult to exhilarating 1500 foot elevation gain . One-way hike shuttle required . A challenging hike beginning with the steep climb up the Tom’s Thumb Trail followed by the very steep descent on the East End Trail . From there we head in the McDowell Mountain Park and return to Fountain Hills from the Golden Eagle Trailhead . Please arrange to be picked up at the end of the hike .Date: Saturday, February 28 at 8:00 a .m . Location: Meet at Library Parking Lot

Birding: This hike is 2-3 miles/moderate . Kathe Anderson will share her knowledge on birding in the preserve . Bring your binoculars .Date: Saturday, March 7 at 7:30 a .m . Location: Meet at Golden Eagle Trailhead

Pass Mountain Shortcut: This hike is 6 miles/moderate . This beautiful hike takes a short cut following a long sandy wash to the back side of Pass Mountain . We have a great view of surrounding mountains . And loads of wildflowers after winter rains . We hike to a small cave and return .Date: Saturday, March 11 at 8:00 a .m . Location: Meet at Library Parking Lot

Photography and Wild Flowers: This hike is 5 miles/moderate . Marrianne Jensen will share tips to take beautiful pictures in our Sonoran Desert and preserve . Marianne has a flora photo guide to Wildflowers that is excellent .Date: Saturday, March 21 at 8:00 a .m . Location: Meet at Golden Eagle Trailhead

Pine Creek Loop – Ballantine Trailhead: This hike is 2 .5 miles/easy to moderate 500 gain elevation . This is a clockwise loop starting at the Ballantine Trailhead off Highway 87 . Excellent views on this hike . With luck, wildflowers will be in bloom . The uphill portions of the hike are mostly gradual .Date: Wednesday, March 25 at 8:00 a .m . Location: Meet at Library Parking Lot

Participants must sign a waiver and release of all claims which will be available on-site before each hike. Be sure to check our website www.scfh.org for updates and changes.

Pre-register with Carol Ayres at (480) 837-8290 or [email protected].

http://www.scfh.org



MARCH

Fountain Hills Art League

APRIL

AZ Scholastic Art Awards

JANUARYJuried Art Show

FEBRUARY

Fountain Hills Photo Club

COMMUNITYCENTER/ARTWALKS

UPCOMING ART SHOWS

BLOOD DRIVESponsored by the Noon Kiwanis Club and the Town of Fountain Hills . Open to the public .

Friday-Saturday, Jan . 23-24 and March 27-28 at 9:00 a .m . - 2:00 p .m . Call (480) 837-2600 to schedule an appointment .

MUNCH AND MUSICFridays, 12:15-12:45 p.m.

Vocals, piano, banjo, jazz and some music from the Ol’ West . . .what could be more terrific than a free concert! Just add your brown bag lunch and join in the “Munch and Music” lunchtime concerts at the Community Center .

Friday, January 23, 2015 The First Arizona Banjo Band – showcasing New Orleans-style jazz and ragtime music (return engagement)

Friday, January 30, 2015 Rich Moran, vocalist with pianist Judy Webber and saxophonist Jeff Webber – new, direct from Connecticut

Friday, February 6, 2015 OK Chorale Cowboy Trio – with Allen Fossenkemper (perennial favorites)

Friday, February 13, 2015 The Sonoran Wind Quintet – classics and jazz woodwind quintet music for Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, and French Horn

COPY TO COME?

ART WALKSLearn about one of the largest collections of public art on display with a docent-led art walk this spring . The volunteer docents will be providing information about each piece, the techniques used to create the piece, and a background on each artist that created the piece . The art walks are a cooperative effort between the Town of Fountain Hills, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Public Art Committee of the Fountain Hills Cultural and Civic Association .

The Centennial Circle Tour features pieces in the plaza area, while the Community Center/Library Tour features pieces located inside both facility’s common areas . The Fountain Park Tour features pieces located throughout the park . The Centennial Circle Tour and the Community Center/Library Tours meet at the Community Center . The Fountain Park tour meets at the Theodore Roosevelt statue at the park . All tours last about 1 .5 hours .Pre-registration is required . The deadline to sign up is the Thursday before tour .Please call Heather Ware at (480) 816-5108 or email hware@fh .az .gov if you are interested in becoming an art docent volunteer .Centennial Circle 2/7 (#1323), 3/7 (#1325), 4/11 (#1326)Community Center 2/7 (#1319), 3/7 (#1321), 4/11 (#1322)Flat Art 2/18 (#1327), 3/18 (#1328) , 4/15 (#1329)Fountain Park 2/7 (#1330), 3/7 (#1331), 4/11 (#1332)



VOLUNTEERRECEPTION2015

ALL TOWN VOLUNTEERS INVITED TO JOIN OUR “VOLUNTEER SAFARI!”Thursday, March 26 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.All Town volunteers are invited to attend this annual reception that honors and celebrates the many people who have given their time, energy and talents to make our community extraordinary! We are going to ROAR about our volunteers!!!

A short, fun program will highlight the outstanding volunteer for each department: Community Services, Development Services, and Town Hall . Also, the Volunteer of the Year – the Jungle Leader of the year – will be announced . Light dinner fare will be served . Wait for your invitation in the mail and Save the Date!

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS!!The Town of Fountain Hills encourages involvement in government through volunteerism . Many department services are enhanced because of the generosity of time and talent given by the citizens of Fountain Hills . Volunteers enable the Town to improve the community in many ways .

We are always recruiting volunteers . There are a variety of service opportunities available from time to time and include:

• SpecialEventsVolunteers: o Assist with St . Patrick’s Day Celebration, Pitch, Hit, and Run,

Eggstravaganza, coaching, or many other opportunities, YOUareneeded!

• ArtWalkDocent: o After an orientation, docents offer educational and informal

tours of the sculptures throughout the town with another docent . This is a great way to learn the stories behind our public art collection!

• TrailSteward: o Help provide trail maintenance in the parks and trails on

a monthly basis .

• AdministrationDepartment: o Filing, copying, serving as a Host/Hostess for receptions

and events, front desk receptionist, website assistance, Adopt a Street, Finance Department, and other individual placements as available .

• GiveaLift: o Offer local area transportation to homebound residents

who need rides to the doctor, pharmacy, grocery store, etc . Help make a difference in life of someone today!

• ActivityCenter: o Home Delivered Meals, special events assistance, and office

workers as needed .

• CommunityCenter: o Front desk receptionist, serving as a Host/Hostess for

reception and events, various office duties .

HOW TO APPLY?Volunteer Applications are available in the town kiosks in the Community Center and Town Hall and you may also download one from the town website, www .fh .az .gov/volunteers .

Any questions, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator, Heather Ware, (480) 816-5108 or hware@fh .az .gov

MAYOR’S YOUTH COUNCILThe FH Mayor’s Youth Council is a group of high school students dedicated to learning about how local and state government bodies run as well as serving the community through volunteerism . Members meet twice monthly and accomplish their mission through volunteerism and civic education and participation .

For more information, please contact Heather Ware, MYC Staff Advisor, (480) 816-5108 .

http://www.fh.az.gov/volunteers



PARKS AND RECREATIONOur ramadas, or covered picnic pavilions, are popular features within our parks . Community Services maintains 11 different ramadas throughout our four parks that accommodate small groups up to 20 or large groups up to 100 . All ramadas feature picnic tables, trash cans and electrical outlets . Ramadas are generally available on a drop-in basis, however reservations take top priority . To ensure you have your preferred ramada on a particular day or time, we encourage you to set up a reservation through Community Services at Town Hall or the Community Center . The next time you are planning a family picnic or birthday party, come join us in a ramada and take advantage of the beautiful weather and our beautiful parks!

Fountain Park Improvements – Phase VI

The final phase of improvements to Fountain Park is being planned for this spring . Major work will include reconstruction of the east parking lot off of Panorama Drive and will include lighting . Low-level bollard style lighting will be added to the internal sidewalks to allow people to walk without flashlights or headlamps after sunset . Three monument signs will be installed on corners of the park letting people know, especially those visiting from out of town, that they have arrived at the park . Lastly, there will be several informational kiosks installed that will show the park rules and have a list of upcoming special events . Once the work is finished the park will be fully developed under the park’s Master Plan, which was completed through a public process in the late 90’s .

FACILITIES & HOURS OF OPERATION

Community Services at Town Hall 16705 E . Avenue of the Fountains

Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a .m . - 6:00 p .m .

(480) 816-5100

Community Center 13001 N . La Montana Drive

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a .m . - 5:00 p .m .

(480) 816-5200

Activity Center at the Community Center 13001 N . La Montana Drive

Monday-Friday, 9:00 a .m . - 4:00 p .m .

(480) 816-5226

Fountain Park 12925 N . Saguaro Blvd .

6:00 a .m . - 11:00 p .m .

Golden Eagle Park 15900 E . Golden Eagle Blvd .

6:00 a .m . - 11:00 p .m .

Four Peaks Park 14825 N . Del Cambre Avenue

6:00 a .m . - 11:00 p .m .

Desert Vista Park 11800 N . Desert Vista

6:00 a .m . - 11:00 p .m .

Dog Park – 6:00 a .m . - 9:00 p .m .

Skate Park – 7:00 a .m . - Sunset

Desert Botanical Garden 11300 N . Fountain Hills Blvd .

Sunrise to Sunset

McDowell Mountain Preserve Golden Eagle Trailhead

Sunrise to Sunset

PARKS & FACILITIES

You Snooze – You Lose!

Nothing kills a good program quicker than everyone waiting until the last minute to register . Whether or not a program takes place is determined by registration, not waiting or assuming how many people may show up . If a program interests you, be sure to register today!

To Err is Human

Although Community Services staff work hard to ensure each program is free from errors, there are times when errors in dates, times, rates, or registration information do occur . We will do everything possible to correct such errors and we thank you for your patience and understanding when these situations arise .

Do You Have An Idea For A New Program? Tell Us About It!

The Community Services staff is constantly striving to provide programs that “meet the intellectual, cultural, fitness, and leisure needs of all residents .” If there is a recreational program that you would like to see offered, contact Community Services at (480) 816-5100 or parksrec@fh .az .gov .



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is waiting for you! Hiking, horseback riding, off road

jeep tours, kayaking, golfing, luxurious spas, and

fine dining are all within minutes of each other;

a Fountain Hills adventure is truly right around

the corner!

RESH – Why live the same day

twice? Experience more than 40 special events

every year and gain a fresh perspective on what it

means to live for the weekend!

AMILY – Jump from sprinkler to sprinkler

in our splash pad, roast marshmallows and listen

to tales about the Wild West at Friday Night Franks,

or spread out your blanket for a movie in the park

for family-friendly fun!

AST – Located on the outskirts of the valley,

a mere 25 minutes from the airport and Downtown

Phoenix, Fountain Hills is closer than you think.

A world of activities less than a world away!

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Online RegistrationWith online registration you are able to browse for courses and programs

offered and register for them with secure payment options .

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY!

Visit www.fh.az.gov/recreation today

How do I get started?

To get started, one adult member of a family will need a customer

Login Name and Password . If you have not been issued a customer Login Name

and Password, an adult member of the family, will need to request an account .

If you already have a Login Name and Password, please click on the

My Account button and sign in.

You will be able to access account information, such as your daily schedule, past

receipts, prior transactions and much more .

If I register online, will I know if I get into a program right away?

Yes, the registrations are in “real time” . If a program has an opening, when

you complete your registration you will be registered, and you will receive

confirmation that your registration has been received . If a program is closed,

you will be able to sign up online to be on the wait list .

How do I know what programs are available online?

When browsing programs online, registration availability will be indicated .

Do I have to register online?

No, we will still take registrations at Town Hall or the Community Center via fax,

mail, or in person . Forms are available at kiosk onsite .

CONTACT INFORMATION

Town Website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www .fh .az .gov

Town Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (480) 816-5100

Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . (480) 816-5200

Community Services . . . . . . . . . . . (480) 816-5100

Fountain Hills Fire Dept . . . . . . . . . (480) 837-9820

Sheriff’s Department . . . . . . . . . . . (480) 837-2047

Sheriff’s Dispatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (602) 252-7840

Public Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (602) 652-3000

Activity Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (480) 816-5226

Fountain Hills School District . . . . (480) 664-5000

Town of Fountain Hills16705 E Avenue of the FountainsFountainHills,AZ85268

PRESORTED STANDARDU.S. POSTAGE PAID

PHOENIX, AZPERMIT NO. 1010

ECRWSSPostal Customer

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recreation supervisor

activities coordinator

customer service rep

events ops supervisor

operations coordinator

parks facilities

exceptional customer

town council linda kavanagh