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Home My WebLink AboutUBI 2012 APRCITY OF COLLEGE STATION • Adamson Lagoon - May 12 • Thomas Park - May 19 Adamson Lagoon opened as the city’s first aquatics facility in 1974. Since then, College Station Aquatics has grown to serve more than 166,000 guests each year. During those hot summer months, what could be better than taking a cool dip in one of College Station’s sparkling public pools? Below are some of the programs we offer: Register for Junior Lifeguard Junior Lifeguard registration already is underway and will end when classes are full. The first session begins June 4 followed by the second session on July 9. Youth between the ages of 9 and 15 will learn non-certified CPR, First Aid, lifesaving skills, lifeguarding, water safety, risk management and much more. Register for Summer Swim Lessons Registration for summer swim lessons begins May 7. The program provides expert instruction for all ages, from 6 months to adult, to help keep them safe in, on, and Inside College Station * * * * * * * City of College Station * Home of Texas A&M University® * College Station, Texas * * * * * * * Did you know the City’s of College Station’s aquatics facilities and programs are rated among the best in the entire state of Texas? In January, the Parks and Recreation Department’s Aquatics Division was selected as the Texas Public Pool Council’s Agency of the Year among cities with at least 75,000 people. The TPPC specifically cited College Station’s excellence in implementing fun activities such as theme days, the junior lifeguard program and family swim nights. It also recognized the innovative techniques Pools Supervisor Vera Vowell uses to recruit and train her staff. The fun-in-the-sun thrills continue this summer at the city’s three outdoor swimming pools and the indoor collaborative-use natatorium it operates with the College Station Independent School District. Whether you’re looking for a place to exercise, host a party or just relax in the sun, College Station Aquatics is eager to please. Be sure and mark the opening day for the pool near you on your calendar: • Southwood-Hallaran - April 21 April 2012 around the water. Participants also learn what to do in an aquatic emergency. Five sessions are scheduled in June and July. American Red Cross Lifeguard Training If you’re at least 15 years old and are looking for a great summer job, the Red Cross Lifeguard program is the place to start. Through videos, group discussions and hands-on practice, you’ll learn rescue and surveillance skills, First Aid and CPR/AED. After completing of the course, you will receive a two-year CPR/AED certification and a three-year lifeguard certification. The last session begins May 11. For more information on the city’s aquatic programs, visit cstx.gov/swim or call 979.764.3540. To learn more about our pools, go to cstx.gov/pools. We’re Hiring Need a summer job? We’re looking for lifeguards, swim coaches and water safety instructors. For details and application instructions, visit csjobs.cstx.gov. Applicants are encouraged to attend the candidate pre- screening on May 10 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the College Station Conference Center at 1300 George Bush Drive. New Parking Meters in Northgate Activated in March New on-street parking meters that accept credit and debit cards as well as coins were activated in the Northgate District in March. The 103 upgraded meters are similar to those used in the Northgate parking lot. The 21 coin-only meters on Boyett, Lodge and Nagle streets were replaced, with the remaining 82 meters placed along Tauber and Stasney streets. Rates are 75 cents per hour from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except for Sundays, when parking is free from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. CITY OF COLLEGE STATION Bicycle Safety RodeoMay 5 Bicycle Safety Rodeo is set for Saturday, May 5 at 9 a.m. in Stephen C. Beachy Central Park. Children, ages 7 and up, will have the opportunity to navigate through an obstacle course set up by the College Station Police Department and learn important bicycle safety skills. Participants must bring their own bikes and helmets, and parents must accompany their child. This event is free and registration is required in order to attend. Seats are limited. Visit cstx.gov/bikepedgreenways to register. Contact Venessa Garza with any questions at 979.764.3674 or vgarza@cstx.gov. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-CS Libraries Now Offer eBooks Compatible with multiple devices You can now check out books through the Bryan-College Station Library System! The Friends of the Library have contracted with Overdrive, the largest provider of online content to public libraries, to make an eBook collection available to library system cardholders. The collection will provide access to books for all ages and reading needs. Compatible devices for the library’s eBooks include: iPods, iPhones, iPads, Androids, Sony eReaders, Nooks and Kindles. For more information, visit bcslibrary.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside College Station April 2012 {PAGE 2} events coming in May May 2 - Computer Club for Seniors 9-10:30 a.m. at the Carter Creek Training Room located at 2200 North Forest Parkway. Open to all older adults. Learn how to use social media, including Facebook & Twitter. To register, call Senior Services at 979.764.6371 or email mrodgers@cstx.gov. May 12 - Girl Scout ½ Price Night Girl Scouts and potential girl scouts get in ½ price at Adamson Lagoon from 6:30-8:30 p.m. May 13 - Mother’s Day Moms get in free at Adamson Lagoon and Southwood pools. May 16 - Exploring History Lunch Lecture Series presents “Save The Queen” by Ben Hardeman at 11:30 a.m. at the CS Conference Center. $5 per person. RSVP by Monday, May 14 to Kelly Kelbly at 979.764.6351 or kkelbly@cstx.gov. May 19 - Starlight Music Series cstx.gov/starlight May 21 - Neighborhood Seminar Supper at 6 p.m. in the CS Conference Center featuring the College Station Police Department. RSVP by May 18 to 979.764.6262 or bmoore@cstx.gov. May 21-June 1 Challenger Bowling Registration PreK-12th graders with special needs invited. Play begins June 6. Adult Kickball Registration Ages 16 or older. Play begins June 13. cstx.gov/sports May 28 - City offices closed. No Recycling collection. Other collection as scheduled. ADAMSON LAGOON | 1900 ANDERSON 979.764.3735 Admission: $6 May 12–13, 19–20, 26–27 12-6 p.m. June 2 – Aug. 26 (closed Mondays) 1-7 p.m. Tues-Thurs 2-7 p.m. Friday 12-7 p.m. Sat, Sun SOUTHWOOD-HALLARAN | 1600 ROCK PRAIRIE RD. 979.764.3787 Admission: $3 April 21 – June 1 5:30-11 a.m. & 4-8 p.m. Mon-Fri 12-6 p.m. Sat, Sun June 2 – Aug. 26 (closed Tues) 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Mon, Wed-Fri 12-7 p.m. Sat, Sun THOMAS POOL | 1300 JAMES PARKWAY 979.764.3721 Admission: $3 May 19-20, 26-27 12-6 p.m. June 2 – Aug. 26 (closed Wed) 12-1 p.m. Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri 1-6:30 p.m. Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 12-7 p.m. Sat, Sun SPRING/SUMMER POOL HOURS