Sept. 29, 2009
Contact: Richard Symchak - 837-8032
Parks and Recreation Department Calendar – November 2009
OF SPECIAL NOTE:
Be sure to pick up your free copy of the new combined Spring 2010 Program Guide & Class Catalog coming Monday, Nov. 9 for complete listings of leisure classes coming this winter and spring. Pick up your free copy at any Parks and Recreation facility. Contact: 837-8032.
City offices closed: Veteran’s Day Nov. 11 – all offices closed -- Reid Park Zoo and Tucson City Golf remain open; Thanksgiving Nov. 26 – all offices closed – zoo and golf courses open; City Furlough Day Nov. 27 – all offices and centers closed – zoo and golf courses open.
The 4th Annual Family Festival in the Park gets underway Saturday, Nov. 14 at Reid Park and runs from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.. It’s all fun and it’s free, including games, activities, demonstrations and entertainment. Free admission to the Reid Park Zoo and Edith Ball Adaptive Recreation Center. Contact: 791-4873.
Don’t let your child miss out on a free call from Santa or his elves as part of the free Santa’s Calling program. Applications will be available Nov. 8; deadline for submitting forms is Dec. 2. Calls will be made from Dec. 8-10. Contact: 791-4589.
Don’t miss the 2-day Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair at Reid Park, Nov. 28-29. Contact: 837-8078.
PARKS AND RECREATION CENTERS
Contact centers for daily activities/programs.
ARMORY PARK SENIOR CENTER
220 S. 5TH AVE. – 791-4865
Nov. 2 - 1-2:30 p.m.
Adult Computer class registration; runs until Dec. 2.
Nov. 2-5, 9-12, 16-19, 23-24 and 30 - 9 a.m.-1 p.m. - Free
Sewing class with Winston Williams
Nov. 2-6, 9-10, 12-13, 16-20, 23-25 and 30 - 3-4 p.m. - $2 suggested donation
Enjoy a home-cooked dinner with friends – contact Ramona.
Nov. 2, 5, 9, 12, 16,19, 23 and 30 - 9:30-10 a.m. - Free
Vital Aging Fitness class
Nov. 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23 and 30 - 10 a.m.-1 p.m. - Free
Vital Aging Table Tennis match play
Nov. 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 23 and 30 - Noon-12:45 p.m. - $1/class
Zumba Fitness – Latin rhythms and dance moves with Carol.
Nov. 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23 and 30 - $3/class
Zumba Fitness with Ernie Perez – easy to follow moves to Latin rhythms.
Nov. 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23 and 30 - 9-10 a.m. - $1 suggested donation
Enjoy a home-cooked breakfast with friends – contact Ramona.
Nov. 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23 and 30 - 11 a.m.-noon
Wii Virtual Gaming in the dining room
Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 - 10-11 a.m. - Free
Vital Aging Tap Dance class
Nov. 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19 and 24 - Noon-3 p.m. - Free
Party Bridge
Nov. 3, 10, 17 and 24 - 9-11:30 a.m. - Free
Health Clinic through Pima County Health Department
Nov. 3, 10, 17 and 24 - 10:30-11 a.m. - Free
Vital Aging Chair Exercise
Nov. 3, 10, 17 and 24 - Noon-1:15 p.m. - Free
Bingo with prizes
Nov. 3, 10, 17 and 24 - 1:30-2 p.m. - Free
Vital Aging Sit and Dance Exercise class
Nov. 3, 10, 17 and 24 - 5:30-6:30 p.m. - $5/class – walk-ins welcome
Hatha Yoga with Jeannine Mateo
Nov. 3, 10, 17 and 24 - 6-7 p.m. - Donations accepted
NA Candle Light meeting
Nov. 4, 11 and 18 - 11 a.m.-3 p.m. - Free
Woodworking class
Nov. 4, 11 and 18 - 11 a.m.-3 p.m. - Free
Beading class
Nov. 4, 11 and 18 - 11 a.m.-noon - Free
Loteria
Nov. 4, 11 and 18 - 1-3 p.m. - Free
Movie on the big screen
Nov. 4, 11 and 18 - 5-7 p.m.
Vital Aging Table Tennis
Nov. 5, 12 and 19 - 10 a.m.
Caring and Sharing social group meets.
Nov. 5, 12 and 19 - 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. - Free
Wood Shop/Plastic Canvas/Crochet
Nov. 5, 12 and 19 - 11 a.m.-3 p.m. - Free
Quilting class
Nov. 5, 12 and 19 - 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - Free
Afternoon Dance with MC Alfredo Quiroga
Nov. 5, 12 and 19 - 1:45-3 p.m. - Free
Ukulele class
Nov. 6 - 8:30-11 a.m. - Sliding scale cost applies
Mobile Podiatry through St. Elizabeth of Hungary – must be 60.
Nov. 6 - 9 a.m.-3 p.m. - $1
Trip to Wal-Mart
Nov. 6, 13 and 20 - 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hawaiian Quilting and Crafts
Nov. 6, 13 and 20 - 10 a.m.-11:45 a.m. - Sliding scale cost
Arthritis Swim
Nov. 6, 13 and 20 - 2-4 p.m.
Advanced Line Dancing
Nov. 6, 13 and 20 - 1:15-3 p.m.
Tile Making workshop
Nov. 6, 13 and 20 - 12:30-3:30 p.m. - Free
Hawaiian Quilting and Crafts
Nov. 6, 13 and 20 - 1:30-3:30 p.m. - $2
Ballroom Dancing in the Armory Ballroom
Nov. 6, 13 and 20 - 3-4 p.m.
Energy Work class
Nov. 7 - 6-8 p.m. - $1
Therapeutic Recreation presents a Pumpkin Patch Maze social dance for adults with disabilities. Contact: 791-4504.
Nov. 14 - 9 a.m.-noon - Free/$1.50 per table
Indoor Swap Meet
Nov. 14 - 6 p.m. - $4 per person
Argentine Tango
Nov. 21 - 7 p.m.
USABDA monthly dance
Nov. 18 -9:30-10:30 a.m. - Free
Club #1 General Meeting
Nov. 20 - Noon-1 p.m. - Free
Birthday celebrations for all members 50+
Nov. 25 - 1 p.m. - Free
Thanksgiving Dinner for 50+
Nov. 28 - 7 p.m.
Lindy Hop/swing Dance
CAROL WEST SENIOR ADDITION
7200 E. TANQUE VERDE – 791-43121
Nov. 5 - 11 a.m.-4 p.m. - $5, includes admission fee
Trip to Mini Time Machine (Museum of Miniatures)
Nov. 19 - 1:30-3:30 p.m. - Free
Harvest Luncheon Potluck – sign up at front desk.
CHERRY AVENUE CENTER
5085 S. CHERRY AVE. – 791-4497
Nov. 2 - 10-11 a.m.
Senior meeting
Nov. 13 - 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Senior program movie
Nov. 16 - 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Senior Thanksgiving Potluck
CLEMENTS CENTER
8155 E. POINCIANA – 791-5787
Nov. 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19 and 24 - 12:30-1:30 p.m. - requires Senior Club card
Senior Computer classes- beginning on Tuesdays; intermediate on Thursdays – must be preregistered.
Nov. 3, 5, 10, 12, 17 and 19 - 9:45-10:45 a.m. (and 6 p.m. on Tuesdays)
Drop-in Zumba – work out to Latin rhythms and easy moves; space is limited.
Nov. 30 - Noon - $2.50 per person
Breakfast with Santa registration begins – space is limited. Everyone attending must preregister; payment due at time of registration.
EDITH BALL ADAPTIVE RECREATION CENTER
3455 E. ZOO COURT – 791-5643
Nov. 21 - 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
5th Anniversary Celebration with speakers, demonstrations, entertainment for children, free swim and cake.
EL PUEBLO ACTIVITY CENTER
101 W. IRVINGTON – 791-5155
Nov. 12
Activity and Neighborhood Centers closed.
Nov. 24 - 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. - Free
The Neighborhood Center and Luz Social Service offers “Thanksgiving in the Barrio” - Thanksgiving lunch with all the fixings, music, entertainment and social service information. Contact: 791-4629.
Nov. 26 and 27
Activity and Neighborhood Centers closed.
EL PUEBLO SENIOR CENTER
101 W. IRVINGTON – 791- 3250
Nov. 11
Senior Center closed.
Nov. 25 - Noon-3 p.m. - Free
Thanksgiving Potluck for seniors 50+ -- register at Center.
Nov. 26 and 27
Senior Center closed.
EL RIO NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER
1390 W. SPEEDWAY – 791-4683
Nov. 2, 4, 9, 16, 18, 23, 25 and 30 - 10-11 a.m. - Free
Adult Computer classes
Nov. 2, 4, 9, 16, 18, 23, 25 and 30 - 10-11 a.m. - Free
Fitness Walk w/ Mariela – get in shape and have fun.
Nov. 2, 4, 9, 16, 18, 23, 25 and 30 - By appointment - Free
Public Notary – ask for Mariela.
Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 - 10-10:30 a.m. - Free
Tasty Tidbits -- great recipes for your collection
Nov. 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19 and 24 - 5:30-6:30 p.m. - Free
Zumba fitness – Latin rhythms and a dynamic workout.
Nov. 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19 and 24 - 12:30-1 p.m. - Free
Ballet Folklorico “Las Flores Del Rio” – dance classes for 50+
Nov. 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19 and 24 - 5:30- 8 p.m. - Free
Kawanabe Karate for all ages
Nov. 3, 10, 17 and 24 - 6 - 7 p.m. - Free
Folklorico classes for ages 3-14
Nov. 4, 18, and 25 - 12:30-1:30 p.m. - Free
Guitar Lesson for beginners with singing and vocalizations
Nov. 4, 18, and 25 - 3-5 p.m. - Free
Clay Creations – learn basic hand building techniques.
Nov. 5, 12 and 19 - 5-7 p.m. - Free
Legal Clinic
Nov. 6 and 20 - Dusk - Free
Family Movie Night
Nov. 6, 13 and 20 - 9-11 a.m. - Free
Clay Creations – learn basic hand building techniques.
Nov. 6, 13 and 20 - 1-2 p.m. - Free
Guitar Lessons for beginners with singing and vocalizations
Nov. 6, 13 and 20 - 1-2:30 p.m. - Free
Drawing class for beginners 50+
Nov. 12 - 6:30-8 p.m.
Holiday Workshop – create fun holiday gifts and crafts.
FRED ARCHER CENTER
1665 S. LA CHOLLA BLVD. – 791-4355
Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 - 9:45-11:30 a.m. - Free
50+ Card game
Nov. 3, 10, 17 and 24 - 9:45-11:30 a.m. - Free
50+ Club White Elephant Bingo
Nov. 4, 11, 18 and 25 - 9:45-11:30 a.m. - Free
50+ Quilting class with Maebell, general crafts
Nov. 5, 12 and 19 - 9:45-11:30 a.m.
50+ Board Games
Nov. 6
50+ Club meeting
Nov. 6, 13, 20 - 9:45-11:30 a.m. - Free
50+ Movie Day with traditional treats
Nov. 13 - 10 a.m.-1 p.m. - $5
50+ Senior Trip to Arizona Historical Society Museum and Arizona State Museum – includes lunch.
Nov. 20 - 11 a.m.-1 p.m. - Free
50+ Thanksgiving Potluck
FREEDOM CENTER
5000 E. 29TH ST. – 791-4969
Nov. 20 - Noon-2 p.m.
Thanksgiving Lunch for seniors
NORTHWEST NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER
2160 N. 6TH AVE. – 791-3247
Nov. 2, 4, 6, 9, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23 and 25 - 10:15-11;15 a.m. - Free until January
Enhance Fitness focuses on functional exercise.
Nov. 7, 14, 21 and 28 - $30 per team with 4-player roster
Boomer Basketball 3-on-3 League until Dec. 7 – contact Izzy or Andi.
Nov. 20 - 10 a.m.-1 p.m. - $3 per person
Senior Thanksgiving Dinner
Nov. 25 - 1 p.m. - Free
Spade Tournament for seniors
ORMSBY RECREATION CENTER
899 W. 24TH ST. – 791-4011
Nov. 28 - 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. - $2/child – 5-12
Camp for ages 5-12 -- five-year-olds must be enrolled in kindergarten. Bring a snack and lunch; register at center.
OURY CENTER
600 W. ST. MARY’S – 791-4788
Nov. 23 - 1:30-3:30 p.m. - Free
Senior program Thanksgiving Potluck for members
Nov. 25 - 2-4 p.m. - Free
Thanksgiving Potluck for drop-in after-school participants
PASCUA NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER
785 W. SAHUARO – 791-4609
Nov. 3 - 6 p.m.
Dia de los Muertos vesper at Capilla de San Ignacio
Nov. 25 - 9 a.m.-noon - Free
Senior Nutrition Center Thanksgiving Potluck for participants and guests
QUINCIE DOUGLAS NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER
1575 E. 36TH ST. – 791-2507
Nov. 4 and 18 - 10-11 a.m. - Free
Arts and crafts for seniors
Nov. 5 - 10 a.m.
Senior Movie Day
RANDOLPH REGIONAL CENTER
200 S. ALVERNON WAY – 791-4560
Nov. 21-22 - 9 a.m.-5 p.m. - $145 ADC member/$170 non-member
Two-day Fred Zweig Matrimony on Metal workshop on learning to join together different metals to create decorative designs. Contact: 290-8503.
Nov. 24 - 11 a.m.-2 p.m. - $5 per person
Thanksgiving Lunch for Golden Age Senior Club #1 members
SANTA ROSA NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER
1080 S. 10TH AVE. – 791-4589
Nov. 26-27
Center closed.
THERAPEUTIC RECREATION CENTER
1000 S. RANDOLPH WAY – 791-4504
Nov. 13 - 9:30 a.m.-noon
3rd annual Milagro Event at Jacobs Park, 3300 N. Fairview – “Cowboy Up” celebration for children/teens with disabilities; co-sponsored by Tucson Rotary.
CITY PARKS - SPECIAL INTEREST AREAS:
PRESIDIO SAN AGUSTÍN DEL TUCSON
133 W. WASHINGTON – 837-8120
Nov. 7 and 21 - 10 a.m.-3 p.m. - Free
Living History demonstrations
PARKS AND RECREATION UNITS/PROGRAMS:
AQUATICS – 791-4245 OR 791-5352
Nov. 13-29
Holiday Fat Busters mini-sessions at Udall and Quincie Douglas Pools
Nov. 16-March 31
Archer, El Pueblo, Ft. Lowell, Quincie Douglas and Udall Pools close for winter – reopen April 1.
Nov. 16
Catalina, Clements and Sunnyside Pools begin winter hours.
Nov. 21
Aquatics Fitness Holiday Fat Buster mini-session begins.
JIM REFFKIN TENNIS CENTER
50 S. ALVERNON WAY – 791-4896
Nov. 7
Adult Super Set #9
Nov. 8
Junior Satellite and Adult and Junior QuickStart events
Nov. 14
Arizona Junior Shootout #5
Nov. 20-22
7.0, 9.0 and 10.0 Mixed USTA League National event
Nov. 27-Dec. 1
USTA National Open Girl’s 12s event
Nov. 26-30
Western States Junior Open
Nov. 27-29
Western States Junior Open
KIDCO
Nov. 11, 26 and 27
Amphi, TUSD and Vail school district sites closed.
SPORTS OFFICE
200 S. ALVERNON WAY – 791-4870
Nov. 9
Adult Winter Volleyball leagues begin -- 10 matches.