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IN EVERY GUIDE
04 CITY CONTACTS & STAFF DIRECTORY
05 REGISTRATION INFO
07 UPCOMING EVENTS
09 COMMUNITY EDUCATION
16 ATHLETICS
26 LINCOLN RECREATION CENTER
29 LARRY J. RINGER LIBRARY
33 SOUTHWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER
41 FACILITY RENTAL
45 PARK RULES
46 MAP OF PARKS & FACILITIES
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
08 LET THE SENIOR GAMES BEGIN
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CONTENTS
22 THE DREAM WORKS CONFERENCE
Reflect on the legacy of Martin Luther
King, Jr. through educational sessions
that focus on character, leadership and
personal development.
23 AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH
Celebrate with the Lincoln Recreation
Center through a month-long celebration.
37 AGGIE FIELD OF HONOR
For anyone who has a love for the
university, its traditions, and our
community.
NEED A SEASONAL JOB?
Join our team!
We’re hiring recreation assistants
for our youth summer programs,
lifeguards for our pools, water
safety instructors to teach swim
lessons, and Tsunami Swim Team
coaches. Enjoy flexible hours,
a fun working environment and
an equal opportunity employer.
csjobs.cstx.gov
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CITY CONTACTS
Citizen Boards & Committees ...............................................979.764.3541 | cstx.gov/boardsandcommittees Code Enforcement .....................................................................979.764.6363 | cstx.gov/codeenforcement Community Services ............................................................................979.764.3778 | cstx.gov/commserv Economic Development ...........................................................................979.764.3527 | cstx.gov/econdev Fire Department .............................................................................................979.764.3705 | cstx.gov/fire General Information .............................................................................................979.764.3500 | cstx.gov Human Resources ............................................................................................979.764.3517 | cstx.gov/hrLibrary .......................................................................................................979.764.3416 | bcslibrary.org Municipal Court ..........................................................................................979.764.3683 | cstx.gov/court Neighborhood Services...........................................................................979.764.6262 | cstx.gov/neighbor Parks & Recreation ....................................................................................979.764.3486 | cstx.gov/parks Planning & Development.....................................................................979.764.3570 | cstx.gov/devservices Police Department .....................................................................................979.764.3600 | cstx.gov/police Public Communications ......................................................979.764.3445 | cstx.gov/publiccommunications Recycling ................................................................................................979.764.6229 | cstx.gov/recycle Sanitation ...........................................................................................979.764.3690 | cstx.gov/sanitation Utility Customer Service ................................................................................979.764.3535 | cstx.gov/ucs Utility 24-hour Hotline ..............................................................................855.528.4278 | cstx.gov/utilities
STAFF DIRECTORYDavid Schmitz, Director of Parks & Recreation ....................................979.764.3415 | dschmitz@cstx.gov Amy Atkins, Assistant Director ..............................................................979.764.3413 | aatkins@cstx.govJ.D. Wood, Tourism Manager .................................................................979.764.3410 | jdwood@cstx.govKelly Kelbly, Recreation Manager ..........................................................979.764.3441 | kkelbly@cstx.govStephan Richardson, Parks Operations Manager .............................979.764.3792 | srichardson@cstx.govRusty Warncke, Project & Asset Manager ...........................................979.764.3731 | rwarncke@cstx.govAndrea Lauer, Administrative Support Supervisor ....................................979.764.5049 | alauer@cstx.govJessica Jones, Ringer Library Manager ..............................................979.764.3625 | jonesj@bryantx.govKelli Nesbitt, Marketing Coordinator .....................................................979.764.3443 | knesbitt@cstx.gov Gerry Logan, Special Events Supervisor .................................................979.764.3408 | glogan@cstx.govGene Ballew, Athletics Supervisor .........................................................979.764.3434 | gballew@cstx.govDana Albrecht, Southwood Community Center Supervisor .................979.764.3472 | dalbrecht@cstx.govVirginia McCall, Youth Services Coordinator ..........................................979.764.3649 | vmccall@cstx.govVera Vowell, Aquatics Supervisor ..........................................................979.764.3540 | vvowell@cstx.govMarci Rodgers, Senior Services Supervisor ........................................979.764.6371 | mrodgers@cstx.govLance Jackson, Lincoln Recreation Center Supervisor ..........................979.764.3733 | ljackson@cstx.govLance Hausenfluck, East District Supervisor ..................................979.764.3668 | lhausenfluck@cstx.govFrank Thompson, West District Supervisor .........................................979.764.3728 | fthompson@cstx.gov Robert Rubach, South District Supervisor ..............................................979.764.3444 | rrubach@cstx.govRon Schaefer, Cemetery Sexton .........................................................979.764.3738 | rschaefer@cstx.gov
Visit cstx.gov/parks for a complete employee directory and staff profiles
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BOOKS & SUPPLIES
Books and supplies are not included as part of the
class fee unless stated in the class description.
WAITING LIST
If registering for a class that has already been filled,
your name can be placed on a waiting list. This
does not guarantee your spot, but individuals will
be contacted if one becomes available.
CANCELED CLASSES/SESSIONS
If a class/session is canceled, every effort will be
made to notify parents and students by telephone
prior to the first class meeting. Refunds will be
processed within two weeks of cancellation by
check. No cash refunds will be issued.
WITHDRAWALS & REFUNDS
Classes and programs are subject to a $20 transfer/
cancellation fee. Refunds are processed within
two weeks of request by check. No cash refunds
will be issued. For the complete refund policy, call
979.764.3486.
REGISTRATION INFO
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
The College Station Parks & Recreation Department
welcomes people of all ability levels to enjoy and
participate in its wide variety of quality programs
and services. Questions regarding special
accommodations should be directed to parks staff at
979.764.3486. The Parks & Recreation Department
complies with Title II Standards of the Americans
with Disabilities Act.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Smile, you may be captured by our camera! The City
of College Station routinely takes photos and videos
of participants and visitors in our programs and
facilities for promotional purposes. Please be aware
that by utilizing our facilities and/or programs, you are
granting the City of College Station the right to use
and publish your image, or your minor child’s image,
and that no monetary compensation will be given.
SATISFACTION GUARANTEED
We value you as a customer. If you are not happy
with the quality of a program or service, please tell
staff at the facility immediately so that we have the
opportunity to correct the situation.
or visit Stephen C. Beachy Central Park Office, Southwood Community Center or Lincoln Recreation Center, Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Cash, credit card or check accepted. Checks should be made payable to “City of College Station.” A charge will be assessed on all returned checks. Contact the Larry J. Ringer Library to register for library programs or events.
Register 24/7 at rectrac.cstx.gov
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Single-Stream Recycling Program
NO BAGS OR SORTING REQUIRED!
NEW
The City of College Station’s single-stream recycling program allows you to put your recyclables in the same container to be collected every two weeks from single-family homes, city building and facilities.
In 2015, the city tested single-stream recycling for eight months with 300 homes in Emerald Forest. Recycling increased from 9 1/2 pounds collected per household each month to 25 1/2 pounds, and garbage collection decreased from 13 tons to five each month.
In October, the College Station City Council approved a single-stream recycling collection franchise ordinance and service agreement with Brazos Valley Recycling. Fewer trips to the landfill and a possible reduction in landfill tipping fees also mean the new recycling program won’t be accompanied by an initial rate increase.
In the previous curbside recycling program, you had to sort your recyclables in clear plastic bags.
If you live in a single-family home, you’ll get a blue, 95-gallon recycling container sometime in January — even if you didn’t participate in the old curbside program. Collection begins on your designated day two weeks after you receive the new container.
Before you place recyclables in the container, keep these things in mind:• Paper and cardboard recyclables must be dry and free of food debris. • Caps from plastics should be removed and discarded. • Rinse and clean all containers.
On your designated collection day, place your full container at the curb by 8 a.m. It should be about 4 feet from obstructions, including your green garbage container. After collection, the container should be removed from the curb within 12 hours.
Recycling options are also available for businesses and apartments. To learn more, visit cstx.gov/recycle.
• Junk mail• Brown paper bags• Phone books• Flattened cardboard• Bagged shredded paper • Paperboard (cereal boxes)
What can be recycled?
• Aluminum / tin / steel cans• All colors of glass• #1 & #2 plastics• Catalogues• Magazines• Newspapers• Mixed / white paper
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JANUARY
THE DREAM WORKS CONFERENCEJan. 16 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m.Lincoln Recreation CenterMore info on page 22.
EXPLORING HISTORY LUNCHEONJan. 20 | 11:30 a.m.Aldersgate United Methodist ChurchMore info on page 35.
ELEPHANT AND PIGGIE DAYJan. 23 | 10 a.m.Larry J. Ringer LibraryMore info on page 30.
FEBRUARY
FEEL THE BEAT OF THE AFRICAN DRUMFeb. 4 | 6:30 p.m.Lincoln Recreation CenterMore info on page 25.
VALENTINE’S DAY TEA & FASHION SHOWFeb. 11 | 1-3 p.m.Southwood Community CenterMore info on page 34.
ART SHOWCASEFeb. 11 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.Lincoln Recreation CenterMore info on page 25.
UPCOMING EVENTS
THE MAD HATTER’S TEA PARTYFeb. 13 | 10 a.m.
Larry J. Ringer LibraryMore info on page 31.
SWEETHEART FAMILY FORMALFeb. 14 | 5-7:30 p.m.
Lincoln Recreation CenterMore info on page 32.
LINCOLN LEGACY DAYFeb. 15 | 3-7 p.m.
Lincoln Recreation CenterMore info on page 25.
EXPLORING HISTORY LUNCHEON Feb. 17 | 11:30 a.m.
Aldersgate United Methodist ChurchMore info on page 35.
BRAZOS VALLEY SENIOR GAMESFeb. 18-21
Local sports facilities.More info on page 8.
MOVIE NIGHTFeb. 18 | 6:30-10:30 p.m.
Lincoln Recreation CenterMore info on page 25. DANCE OF THE DECADES FAMILY FUN NIGHTFeb. 26 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Lincoln Recreation
CenterMore info on page 25.
AROUND THE WORLD: MULTICULTURAL DAYFeb. 27 | 2-4 p.m.
Larry J. Ringer LibraryMore info on page 31.
MARCH
BOOK SALE FOR YOUNG READERSMarch 5 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Larry J. Ringer LibraryMore info on page 32.
WORLD PASSPORT PROGRAMMarch 8, 23 & 30 10-11 a .m.
Southwood Community
CenterMore info on page 34.
MOVIES IN THE PARKMarch 11 | 6-9 p.m.
Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater More info on page 19.
EXPLORING HISTORY LUNCHEONMarch 16 | 11:30 a.m.
Aldersgate United Methodist ChurchMore info on page 35.
ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNTMarch 25 | 1-3 p.m.
Lincoln Recreation Ctr.More info on page 19. For more information on upcoming events
check out: cstx.gov/calendar
APRIL
MOVIES IN THE PARKApril 8 | 6-9 p.m.Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater More info on page 19.
STARLIGHT MUSIC SERIESApril 16 | 6-10 p.m.Wolf Pen Creek AmphitheaterMore info on back cover.
WHERE THE WILD THINGS AREApril 16 | 2-4 p.m.Larry J. Ringer LibraryMore info on page 32.
EXPLORING HISTORY LUNCHEONApril 20 | 11:30 a.m.Aldersgate United Methodist ChurchMore info on page 35.
BRAZOS VALLEY EARTH DAYApril 23 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m.Wolf Pen Creek ParkMore info on page 19.
HHW COLLECTION EVENTApril 30 | 7 a.m.-2 p.m.University Services BuildingMore info on page 31.
LOOKING FOR MORE?
To learn more, visit cstx.gov/recycle.
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When most of us think of athletes, we see exuberant young people with chiseled bodies pouring their hearts and souls into competition. That image is certainly on display in College Station through Texas A&M University’s highly successful athletic teams. As we get older and our bodies start to ache, most of us are content to transition from participant to spectator. But for some brave and hearty souls, an innate desire for competition simply doesn’t allow them to surrender to the hands of time. That’s what’s so intriguing about the Brazos Valley Senior Games scheduled for Feb. 18-21. Ages 50+ are invited to compete in track and field, swimming, basketball,
cycling, golf, 5K, archery, bowling, horseshoes, pickleball, disc golf, washers, table tennis, tennis, 3-on-3 basketball, cornhole, and basketball skills. Gold, silver and bronze medals will be awarded in each event and age group. The Brazos Valley Senior Games is held at facilities and venues across College Station and Bryan: Brian Bachmann Community Park, College Station High School, Gander Mountain, Veterans Park & Athletic Complex Grand Station Entertainment, Lincoln Recreation Center, Southern Oaks Park, Sue Haswell Park, Southwood Community Center, Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater, and College Station Middle School and Natatorium. A
welcome reception will be held on Saturday, Feb. 20 at Pebble Creek Country Club. The number of participants has more than doubled since the event’s inception in 2013, with 504 athletes between the ages of 49 and 91 competing in 2015. Among the competitors were 423 out-of-towners — including one from Los Angeles, Calif. — and 205 women. The most popular event was pickleball with 154 participants.
Registration is only $30 and includes a t-shirt and two reception tickets, with an additional $4 fee per event. Registration is Jan. 4-Feb. 12.
For more information, visit cstx.gov/seniors or call 979.764.3486.
Let theSENIOR GAMESbegin!
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION
AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE
Learn defensive driving techniques, new traffic
laws and rules of the road along with proven safety
strategies. Pay at the door. Register by calling
979.764.6351 or email mrodgers@cstx.gov.
Ages 50+ | $20 | Tue. | Jan. 26 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Carter Creek Training Room
BALLROOM DANCE
Do you want to “Dance with the Stars” or just
have some fun at that upcoming wedding, ring
dance, formal ball or gala? Polish up those dancing
shoes and join the area’s premier ballroom dance
instructor, Dr. Frank Ashley, to learn the basics of
all of the traditional ballroom styles: waltz, fox trot,
tango, cha cha and rumba.
Ages 18+ | $35 | Tue. | April 5-26 | 6:30-8 p.m. Southwood Community Center
COMPUTERS 101
Learn basic computer skills and how to use the
internet and e-mail.
Ages 55+ | $45 | Tue./Thu. | Feb. 9-18 9-10:30 a.m. | Southwood Community Center
Ages 55+ | $45 | Tue./Thu. | March 22-31 9-10:30 a.m. | Southwood Community Center
Ages 55+ | $45 | Tue./Thu. | April 12-21 9-10:30 a.m. | Southwood Community Center
COMPUTERS 102
Basic computer skills required. Class offers
instruction on tool bar functions, formatting
documents, use of picture tools, printers and more.
Ages 55+ | $45 | Tue./Thu. | Feb 9-18 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | Southwood Community Center
Ages 55+ | $45 | Tue./Thu. | March 22-31 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | Southwood Community Ctr.
Ages 55+ | $45 | Tue./Thu. | April 12-21 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | Southwood Community Ctr.
DRAWING
This class is designed to give students a solid
foundation in the basics of drawing, including basic
theory, perspective and principles for compositions.
Basic drawing supplies are required. Progress at your
own pace.
Ages 18+ | $45 | Mon. | Feb. 1-March 7 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Southwood Community Center
Ages 18+ | $45 | Mon. | Feb. 1-March 7 6 -8 p.m. | Southwood Community Center
Ages 18+ | $45 | Mon. | March 21-April 25 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Southwood Community Center
DRAWING ANIMALS
A great opportunity to explore the art of drawing
animals. Discover your talents while learning to draw
different subjects each week. Basic drawing supplies
are required.
Ages 18+ | $45 | Wed. | Feb. 3-March 9 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Southwood Community Center
Ages 18+ | $45 | Wed. | March 23-April 27 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Southwood Community Center
DRAWING PORTRAITS
A great opportunity to explore the art of portrait
drawing. Basic drawing supplies are required.
Ages 18+ | $45 | Wed. | Feb. 3-March 9 1-4 p.m. | Southwood Community Center
Registration begins Jan. 19 at rectrac.cstx.gov or Stephen C. Beachy Central Park Office at 1000 Krenek Tap Road, Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. All classes require advance registration. No residency restrictions.
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EASY TO LOVE, DIFFICULT TO DISCIPLINE
Do you ever feel like your children are out of
control? Are you looking for a better way to handle
their difficult behaviors? Join us for this six-course
training seminar to help you manage the challenges
of parenting, and to discover new skills to promote a
more connected, peaceful relationship with your child.
All Parents | $35 | Thu. Feb. 25-April 7 (Off March 17) | 6:30-7:30 p.m. Southwood Community Center
ESSENTIAL OILS 101
Discover the world of essential oils. This intro class is
designed to help you understand how pure essential
oils work, how they are made and how to safely
integrate them into your daily life.
Ages 18+ | $20 | Thu. | April 28 | 7-9 p.m. Southwood Community Center
GENEALOGY CLASS
Discover the fun of solving the mystery of your
family’s origin and history. This class is designed for
beginner genealogists. Learn methods of research.
Ages 55+ | $35 | Tue. | April 19-May 24 9:30-11:30 a.m. | Southwood Community Center
TEXAS HUNTER SAFETY CERTIFICATION COURSE
Completion of a hunter safety course is required
by Texas Parks & Wildlife for hunters over the age
of 9. The course covers the core competencies of
firearm and hunting safety, hunting ethics and wildlife
conservation. Anyone under the age of 13 must be
accompanied by a parent.
Ages 9+ | $10 | Sun. | Feb. 7 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Southwood Community Center
Ages 9+ | $10 | Sun. | April 3 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Southwood Community Center PORTRAIT PAINTING
Learn the basic techniques of portrait painting. Basic
beginner drawing skills are required for this class.
Supplies will be discussed during the first session.
Ages 18+ | $45 | Wed. | March 23-April 27 | 1-4 p.m. Southwood Community Center
POTTERY HANDBUILDING – WORKING WITH CLAY
Learn the skills and processes needed to work with
clay to create hand built pottery items. Projects
include slab work, coiling and sculpting. All supplies
are included in the class fee.
Ages 16+ | $120 | Fri. | Feb. 12-March 4 | 6-8 p.m. Living Waters Pottery Studio
STAINED GLASS ART
Create beautiful stained glass artwork, windows or
wall hangings. The class is geared toward individual
interests and budgets. Learn glass cutting, foil
wrapping and soldering. Necessary tools are available
for in-class use. Each student must purchase their
own project glass, foil and soldering supplies.
Ages 18+ | $65 | Thu. | Feb. 4-March 10 | 6-9 p.m. Southwood Community Center
WATERCOLOR I
Take this beginner’s course to get your brush
moving. This course focuses on basic painting
tools and materials, watercolor painting techniques,
composition, color theory and the art of watercolor.
Supplies will be discussed during the first session.
Basic drawing skills are needed for this class.
Ages 18+ | $45 | Mon. | Feb. 1-March 7 | 1-4 p.m. Southwood Community Center
Ages 18+ | $45 | Mon. | Feb. 1-March 7 | 6-9 p.m. Southwood Community Center
WATERCOLOR II
A continuation class in the study of the art of
watercolor. Be sure to bring your watercolor supplies
to the first class.
Ages 18+ | $45 | Mon. | March 21-April 25 | 1-4 p.m. Southwood Community Center
Ages 18+ | $45 | Mon. | March 21-April 25 | 6-9 p.m. Southwood Community Center YOGA
Gentle and effective practice for managing stress
and maintaining wellness, increasing flexibility
and improving balance. Learn basic poses and
conscious breathing to develop a good foundation for
progressive yoga practice. Designed especially for the
needs of seniors and adapted for all ability levels.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION (CONTINUED)
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Ages 55+ | $45 | Mon. | Feb. 1-March 7 | 9-10 a.m. Southwood Community Center
Ages 55+ | $45 | Mon. | March 21-April 25 | 9-10 a.m. Southwood Community Center
PRE-SCHOOL SCIENCE SERIES
These parent/child classes are a great way to introduce ages 3-5 to the marvels of science. Learning has never been so much fun! You can enroll in the entire series or just the ones of interest. Parent must accompany child.
SCIENCE OF THE FIVE SENSES
Children use their five senses every day to learn
about the world around them. In science, we also
use our five senses to make observations that are
critical in evaluating our experiments and forming valid
conclusions. Participants will use their eyes to explore
cool optical illusions, their ears to explore some out-
of-this-world sounds, and use their sense of smell,
taste and touch with fun hands-on experiments.
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | Feb. 3 | 1:45-2:30 p.m. Southwood Community Center
SOLIDS, LIQUIDS & GASES
Young scientists will get to examine the most common
state of matter in the universe – plasma, explore
various states of matter (solids, liquids, gases),
and create tornado tubes, Cartesian divers, slime,
quicksand and more.
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | Feb. 10 | 1:45-2:30 p.m. Southwood Community Center
FLIGHTS OF FANCY
Imaginations will soar as we explore creativity, fantasy
and flight. Participants will explore the principles of
flight as we make balloon helicopters, paper jets, and
launch rockets up to 200 feet in the air. It will be a
high-flying good time!
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | Feb. 17 | 1:45-2:30 p.m. Southwood Community Center
CRAZY CRITTERS
Calling all animal lovers! Want to see a chameleon
catch a cricket with its long tongue, bottle-feed a
baby goat or look at a tarantula up close? Then
this class is for you! Participants will discover the
animal kingdom and learn the biology of reptiles,
amphibians, mammals, birds and insects. All animals
are safe for children to touch if they would like.
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | March 2 | 1:45-2:30 p.m. Southwood Community Center
SCIENCE FOR ST. PATTY’S DAY
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, we’ll explore the
science of rainbows and utilize science to create
fun crafts. Each student will leave the class with
rainbow diffraction gratings, “gold” pennies, green
“snow” and special bracelets that change color in
the sunlight.
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | March 9 | 1:45-2:30 p.m. Southwood Community Center
KITCHEN SCIENCE
A yummy look into the science of fun foods. We
will make homemade ice cream, cotton candy, rock
candy, and secret fizzy and fun concoctions while
discovering the secrets of the actual chemistry
behind food. A delicious way to understand the
interaction of ingredients.
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | March 23 | 1:45-2:30 p.m. Southwood Community Center
MOTION CIRCUS
Let’s run away to the circus and explore behind the
scenes. We will explore the science behind cotton
candy, learn how to walk the tightrope using center
of gravity experiments and grasp an understanding
of the laws of motion! Our scientists will discover the
principles and laws of motion to see how they apply
to everyday life.
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | March 30 | 1:45-2:30 p.m. Southwood Community Center SPRING INTO SCIENCE
Discover the science of the spring season by making
carnations change color, watch a plant eat a cricket
and much more.
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | April 6 | 1:45-2:30 p.m. Southwood Community Center
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INSECTS AND SPIDERS
Little learners will examine different insects and
spiders as they discover that not all bugs are bad.
We will release ladybugs, and each child will take
home their very own caterpillar that will change into a
Painted Lady Butterfly.
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | April 13 | 1:45-2:30 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
DINOSAURS AND FOSSILS
Children will get to see what it’s like to be a
paleontologist for a day as they search for “dinosaur”
bones and learn all about these extinct creatures.
Young scientists will make a fossil and create a
fossilized dinosaur soap bar to take home.
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | April 20 | 1:45-2:30 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
BELIEVE IT OR NOT
Can a lemon be used as a battery to light up a bulb?
Is it possible to walk on eggs? Little scientists will
explore these topics and more as we confirm and
debunk common myths.
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | April 27 | 1:45-2:30 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
PIRATE PALOOZA
Young swashbuckling pirates and pretty princesses
will search for treasure, experiment with buoyancy,
create quicksand, build a treasure chest, count their
loot and engage in a fun, yet safe, catapult battle.
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | May 4 | 1:45-2:30 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
UNDER THE SEA
Students will dive into learning as they discover
what lies below the sea while developing their
math, science and reading skills. Children will learn
interesting facts about ocean habitats and sea
life, do buoyancy experiments, and create animal
habitats, sand castles and more!
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | May 11 | 1:45-2:30 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
ANGRY BIRDS
Discover the physics behind Angry Birds by building
and demolishing structures as we attempt to knock
down those evil green pigs. We will utilize various
building materials, and slingshot “birds” made from
water balloons, foam balls, paper mache’ piñatas,
plush characters and more.
Ages 3-5 | $20 | Wed. | May 18 | 1:45-2:30 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
BRICKS 4 KIDZ® SERIES
Bricks 4 Kidz® uses the classic LEGO® Bricks beloved by many generations to deliver high quality, educational play time for children. Each class is a fun, enriching experience.
BUILDERS USING LEGO® DUPLO
A parent and child class for little builders to learn
interesting facts about real world objects and
animals through interactive lessons. We will explore
counting, patterning, spatial awareness and fine
motor skills. Each week will focus on a different
letter and will include lots of time for building,
learning and exploration. Each child must attend
with a parent.
Ages 3-5 | $35 | Wed. | Feb. 3-24
11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. | Southwood Community
Center
EARLY ENGINEERS USING LEGO®
An interactive class to identify and understand early
engineering principles through hands-on building
with specialized technic LEGO® kits. Model themes
include: space, transportation, construction, and
inventions. Instructors will introduce architectural
and engineering concepts of scale, torque, friction
and gear ratio in these interactive classes. A parent
may attend with their child.
Ages 5-7 | $35 | Wed. | Feb. 3-24 | 6-7 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
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JR ROBOTICS & REMOTE CONTROLS USING LEGO®
Take your child’s LEGO® experience to the next
level with this fun, engaging class. Young LEGO®
enthusiasts will by utilize LEGO® software, sensors
and remote controls to customize building with
sound and motion. This is an excellent introduction
into the world of computer programming and
robotics that will ignite their imagination and
introduce them to the possibilities of today’s
technological world.
Ages 8-13 | $52 | Thu. | Feb. 4-25 | 6:30-8 p.m. Southwood Community Center
A MINUTE TO WIN IT
Based on the popular NBC game show “Minute to
Win It,” this class is packed with fast-paced, fast-
action building and friendly competition. You’ve got
only a minute to complete challenges using exciting
Bricks 4 Kidz® LEGO® models and other household
items. Think you have what it takes?
Ages 9-13 | $15 | Wed. | Feb. 10 | 4:30-6 p.m. Southwood Community Center
ANGRY BIRDS & BAD PIGGIES
Enter into the world of Angry Birds and Bad Piggies
the Bricks 4 Kidz® way! Students will be challenged
to build and destroy a level from the popular Angry
Birds game. Launch your “birds” with catapults and
slingshots to destroy “pigs.” Students will build a
launcher and compete to see who builds the best
design and who knocks down the most Piggies!
Ages 9-13 | $15 | Wed. | March 9 | 4:30-6 p.m. Southwood Community Center
CAR DESIGN
How do car designers come up with their ideas?
Where do they begin, and how do the ideas go from
concept to completion? This class will explore the
creative process of model design. Students will learn
the function of different LEGO® components and
discover how those components can work together
to create all kinds of solid structures and moving
parts. Race your way to the best car design!
Ages 9-13 | $15 | Wed. | April 13 | 4:30-6 p.m. Southwood Community Center
AFTER-SCHOOL SCIENCE SERIES
Ages 9-13 will get to explore the marvels of Science. You can enroll in the entire series or just those
of interest.
BOTANY & GEOLOGY
Participants will watch as white carnations intake
colored water to change colors, crack open geodes,
create crystals, examine rocks, and tumble rocks to
a polished, shiny and smooth finish.
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | Feb. 4 | 4:15-6 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
I LOVE SCIENCE
In honor of Valentine’s Day, we will craft secret
messages, make “love” potions, experiment with
candy and create other Valentine’s Day crafts.
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | Feb. 11 | 4:15-6 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
PIRATE’S PLUNDER
Dress as a pirate or your favorite princess as we
engage in catapult battles, make quicksand, erupt
volcanoes and build treasure boxes. Each participant
will take home a pirate's treasure bag upon the
completion of a treasure hunt.
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | Feb. 18 | 4:15-6 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
FANTASY OF FLIGHT
Imaginations will soar as we explore creativity,
fantasy and flight. We will look at the principles of
flight as we make balloon helicopters, paper jets,
and parachutes. We will then launch our own rockets
up to 200 feet. A high-flying good time!
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | March 3 | 4:15-6 p.m.
Southwood Community Center ST. PATTY’S DAY SCIENCE
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, we’ll explore the
science of rainbows and utilize science to create
fun crafts. Each student will leave the class with
rainbow diffraction gratings, “gold” pennies, green
“snow” and special bracelets that change color in
the sunlight.
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | March 10 | 4:15-6 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
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EGGSCELLENT SCIENCE
How can you tell a hard-boiled egg from a raw
egg without cracking it open? Can you make
an egg float? Have you ever parachuted an
egg before? Learn these answers and more!
Scientists will explore the properties of an egg,
engage in physics experiments, and encounter
animals that are hatched from eggs.
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | March 24 | 4:15-6 p.m. Southwood Community Center
KITCHEN CHEMISTRY
A yummy look into the science of fun foods.
We will make homemade ice cream, cotton
candy, rock candy, and secret fizzy and fun
concoctions while discovering the secrets of the
actual chemistry behind food. A delicious way to
understand the interaction of ingredients.
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | March 31 | 4:15-6 p.m. Southwood Community Center
HARRY POTTER MAGIC
Muggles will make potions, learn how to duel,
play a game of Quidditch and meet several
“magical” animals. A great escape into the
magical world of Harry Potter based on the
principles of science.
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | April 7 | 4:15-6 p.m. Southwood Community Center
MYTHBUSTERS
Come join us to experience our own version of
Mythbusters. Can a lemon really be used as a
battery? Can you create a geyser with a bottle
of soda? We will use the principles of science to
confirm or debunk a variety of myths. Good fun
and good science.
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | April 14 | 4:15-6 p.m. Southwood Community Center
SPY KIDS LEGO® ADVENTURE
Learn the science behind cool spy gadgets and
build take-home spy cars out of LEGO® bricks!
Begin your secret agent training by navigating
through a laser maze and follow the clues laid
out to defeat Dr. Evil. Participants will construct
spy helicopters, rockets and cars.
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | April 21 | 4:15-6 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
FROZEN
Join us for a “Frozen” festival. We will make
snowballs in April using science and even have
our very own snowball fight!
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | April 28 | 4:15-6 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
SPRING INTO SCIENCE
We will explore magnetism, laws of motion,
simple chemical reactions, and the various
changes of the states of matter. Discover the
wonders of all of our five senses!
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | May 5 | 4:15–6 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
PERCY JACKSON ADVENTURE
Calling all Percy Jackson fans and other
adventurers! Would you like to engage in fun
obstacle courses, build catapults, practice
archery skills, learn dueling techniques, create
shields, take part in sword fights with “monsters”
and follow clues on a quest to save the world? If
so, sign up today!
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | May 12 | 4:15-6 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
FARM SCIENCE
Young scientists will discover the marvels
of biology and zoology of life on a farm.
Participants will encounter friendly farm animals,
make homemade ice cream and butter the
old-fashioned way.
Ages 9-13 | $20 | Thu. | May 19 | 4:15-6 p.m.
Southwood Community Center
COMMUNITY EDUCATION (CONTINUED)
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The Parks and Recreation Department is thrilled to offer an adult Ultimate Frisbee League through a partnership with BCS Ultimate! Our goal of providing quality athletic programs includes adding new sports to our existing adult and youth leagues. By teaming up with BCS Ultimate and bringing awareness to their current league, we hope to encourage local interest and participation.
If you aren’t familiar with Ultimate or have preconceived notions, here’s a description provided by the sport’s governing body, USA Ultimate (USAUltimate.org): “Combining the non-stop movement and athletic endurance of soccer with the aerial passing skills of football, a game of ultimate is played by two teams with a flying disc on a field with end zones, similar to football. The object of the game is to score by catching a pass in the opponent’s end zone. A player must stop running while in possession of the disc, but may pivot and pass to any of the other receivers on the field. Ultimate is a transition game in which players move quickly from offense to defense on turnovers that occur with a dropped pass, an interception, a pass out of bounds, or when a player is caught holding the disc for more than ten seconds. Ultimate is governed by Spirit of the Game™, a tradition of sportsmanship that places the responsibility for fair play on the players rather than referees. Ultimate is played in more than 80 countries by an estimated 7 million of men and women, girls and boys. The international governing body, WFDF, represents 59 member associations in 56 countries.” “Ultimate Frisbee is a team sport focused on camaraderie and good sportsmanship as well as athleticism,” BCS Ultimate’s Stephanie Browning said. “Coed teams are led by members of Bryan-College Station Ultimate, whose goal is to spread awareness and encourage participation in our community. Players from novice to advanced levels participate together on balanced teams in a multi-week league. Fundamentals, strategy, and instruction is integrated each week." The Coed Ultimate Frisbee League is offered to ages 16+ in the spring and fall. Games will be played on Wednesday nights and teams will be assigned based on a questionnaire.
Only $20/person and play begins Feb. 24.
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ATHLETICScity of college station
START SMART BASKETBALLREGISTRATION: NOW-FEB. 1
Start Smart Sports introduces children to sports
through a step-by-step approach that builds
confidence and self-esteem in a fun, positive
environment. As the program progresses and
participants show improvement, the skills are
altered so that each child remains challenged.
Parents will get to spend quality time with their
child while learning how to properly teach and
support them in sports. Teams will not play games,
only scrimmages. Participants will receive a jersey.
Ages 3-5 | $50 | Mon. or Tue. | Feb. 1-March 8
6-7 p.m. | College Station ISD Gyms
CHALLENGER BASKETBALL REGISTRATION: NOW-FEB. 5
In collaboration with Project Sunshine, Challenger
Sports provides a recreational program for special
needs individuals to teach them basketball,
bowling, soccer and team sports.
Ages 3+ | $15 | Mon., 6:15-7:45 p.m.
& Sat., 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Jan. 30-Feb. 29 Lincoln Recreation Center
JUNIOR BEGINNER TENNIS REGISTRATION: NOW-MARCH 28
A fun introduction to the game of tennis. Players
will learn the basics of the forehand, backhand,
serve and volley in a fast-paced, interactive
manner. The last session will include a game night
for participants to play games and win prizes.
Participants will receive a shirt.
Ages 5-9 | $70 | Mon. or Wed. | March 28-May 4 6-7 p.m. | Stephen C. Beachy Central Park
Ages 10-15 | $70 | Mon. | March 28-May 2 7-8 p.m. | Stephen C. Beachy Central Park
JUNIOR INTERMEDIATE TENNIS REGISTER: NOW-MARCH 31
Junior Intermediate Tennis is for players who
have received prior instruction on the basics of
tennis strokes by a tennis professional. Players
will focus on static and live-ball drills for singles
and doubles play. The last session will include a
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night for participants to play games and win prizes.
Participants will receive a shirt.
Ages 9-15 | $70 | Thu. | March 31-May 5 | 6-7 p.m. Stephen C. Beachy Central Park
GIRLS VOLLEYBALLREGISTRATION: NOW-APRIL 17
This league introduces players to volleyball while
providing a safe, fun environment to learn the
basic premises of the game through practices,
teaching fundamental skills, sport ethics and league
competition. Format is an eight-game, round-robin.
Players are guaranteed to play at least half of each
match. Nights of play are Monday, Wednesday, and
Saturday.
Ages 8-14 | $60 | Practice begins May 2 CSISD Middle Schools
MAJOR LEAGUE PITCH, HIT & RUN COMPETITIONAPRIL 6
This event is the official skills competition of Major
League Baseball designed to provide ages 7-14
with an opportunity to compete, free of charge, in
a competition that recognizes individual excellence
in core baseball/softball skills. Competitors can
advance through four levels, including team
championships at all 30 Major League ballparks
and the national finals at the MLB All-Star Game.
Registration is on-site. Participants must bring
a copy of their birth certificate and a parent or
guardian to sign the registration form.
Ages 7-14 | Free | Wed. | April 6 | 6:30-8 p.m. Brian Bachmann Baseball Complex
HIGH-PERFORMANCE TENNIS ACADEMY REGISTRATION: NOW-APRIL 26
This is for competitive players who are playing
varsity high school, ZAT, Champ, and Super Champ
tournaments in Texas. It’s designed to enhance the
technical, strategic, and physical capabilities of
each player through live-ball drills, match play, and
conditioning. This academy is overseen by a USPTA
certified professional who has 20 years of playing
experience at the junior and collegiate levels.
Participants will receive a shirt.
Ages 12-18 | $140 | Tue.-Thu.
March 29-April 14 & April 26-May 12 7-8:30 p.m. | Stephen C. Beachy Central Park
SUMMER YOUTH BASKETBALL REGISTRATION: MARCH 21-MAY 8
A fun and exciting opportunity for participants to
learn basic skills of the game, teamwork, and training
for the next level. Format is an eight-game, round-
robin. Each player should accumulate a minimum
of two quarters of playing time for each game they
attend. Participants will receive a jersey.
Ages 8-16 | $70 | Practice begins the end of May CSISD Middle Schools & Lincoln Recreation Center
CHALLENGER BOWLINGREGISTRATION: MARCH 21-JUNE 13
In collaboration with Project Sunshine, Challenger
Sports provides a recreational program for special
needs individuals to teach them basketball, bowling,
soccer and team sports. Bowling ramps are available
for children who need help rolling
the ball.
Ages 3+ | $15 | Wed. | June 1-Aug. 3 | 2-4 p.m. Grand Station Entertainment ADULT KICKBALL LEAGUE
The league uses an 8 1/2-inch kickball. A team
consists of a minimum of eight players and a
maximum of 20. Teams will play an eight-game,
round-robin division and a single elimination
tournament. Divisions include Co-ed Competitive
and Co-ed Recreation. Nights of play are determined
by registered division.
SPRING REGISTRATION: NOW-FEB. 7 Late Registration ($20 fee) | Feb. 8-14
Ages 16+ | $390/team | Play begins Feb. 22 Veterans Park & Athletic Complex
SUMMER REGISTRATION: MARCH 21-MAY 15 Late Registration ($20 fee) | May 16-22
Ages 16+ | $390/team | Play begins May 31 Veterans Park & Athletic Complex
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ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUE
Divisions include Men’s Competitive, Men’s
Recreation, Co-ed Competitive, Co-ed Recreation,
and Co-ed Sub 0 homerun. Nights of play are
determined by registered division. Teams will play
an eight-game, round-robin division and a single
elimination tournament.
SPRING REGISTRATION: NOW-FEB. 7 Late Registration ($20 fee) | Feb. 8-14
Ages 16+ | $390/team | Play begins Feb. 22 Veterans Park & Athletic Complex
SUMMER REGISTRATION: MARCH 21-MAY 15 Late Registration ($20 fee) | May 16-22
Ages 16+ | $390/team | Play begins May 31 Veterans Park & Athletic Complex
ADULT VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
This league is offered in the spring and fall. Teams
may choose either Tuesday or Thursday nights to
play. Divisions include Recreational, Intermediate,
and Power. Teams play an eight-game, round-robin
and a double elimination tournament. No more
than three males or four females can be on the
court per team.
SPRING REGISTRATION: NOW-MARCH 6 Late Registration ($20 fee) | March 7-13
Ages 16+ | $210/team | Play begins March 22 CSISD Middle Schools ADULT BEGINNER TENNIS REGISTRATION: NOW-MARCH 29
A fun, active introduction to the game of tennis.
Players will learn basic tennis strokes, scoring, and
strategy. Participants will also engage in fun games
each session to increase their enjoyment of the
sport. Participants will receive a shirt.
Ages 16+ | $140 | Tue. | March 29-May 3 | 6-7 p.m. Stephen C. Beachy Central Park
COMPETITIVE ADULT DRILL TENNIS REGISTRATION: NOW-APRIL 3
This is for players who have received prior
instruction by a tennis professional on the basics
of tennis strokes and are interested in playing
in tournaments or leagues. Each stroke will be
ATHLETICS (CONTINUED)
covered through active, live-ball drills and match
play. Strategy and on-court tactics also will be
discussed and integrated into drills. Participants will
receive a shirt.
Ages 16+ | $90 | Sun. | April 3-May 8 | 2-3:30 p.m. Stephen C. Beachy Central Park
*NEW* ADULT ULTIMATE FRISBEE LEAGUE SPRING REGISTRATION: NOW-APRIL 4
This league is offered in the spring and fall. Games
are played on Wednesday nights. Players from
novice to advanced levels participate together on
balanced teams in a multi-week league. Teams are
assigned. Fundamentals, strategy, and instruction
are integrated each week. This league is run by the
BCS Ultimate organization.
Ages 16+ | $20/person | Play begins Feb. 24
ATHLETIC INFORMATION
TEAM SIDELINECheck for schedules and results:teamsideline.com/collegestation
BE A VOLUNTEER Coach youth & challenger sports:cstx.gov/sportsvolunteer
ATHLETIC FIELD STATUSCheck for closures on game day:cstx.gov/fieldstatus
ATHLETIC PARTNERSThe City of College Station partners with these organizations to provide youth with a variety of athletic leagues. Please contact these organizations directly for details and registration information:
BCS Soccer League ..................................bcssoccer.comBrazos Valley Futbol Club .............................bvfutbol.comBrazos Valley Tennis ........................brazosvalleytennis.orgCollege Station Little League ....collegestationlittleleague.comBrazos Valley Juniors ........eteamz.com/brazosvalleyjuniorsBrazos Valley Tennis .........................brazosvalleytennis.orgBrazos Valley Youth Soccer Association .....cssoccer.comBrazos Valley Girls Softball ................................bvgsa.orgCollege Station Soccer Club ........................cssoccer.comDallas Texans Aggieland ........................texanssoccer.comTexas Team Junior Golf ...............................texasteam.org
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Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater
6 p.m. – Gates Open • 7 p.m. – Movie begins
Guests may bring their own refreshments. Coolers must be 48 quarts or smaller. Alcohol and glass containers are not allowed. Pets are welcome.
Friday, March 11 “Paddington”Friday, April 8 “Minions”Free Admission!
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AQUATICScity of college station
979.764.3540
1900 Anderson
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ADAMSON LAGOON POOL 979.764.3735 | 1900 Anderson
OPEN May 28-Sept. 4*
HOURSMon.-Fri., 1-7 p.m. Sat.-Sun., 12-7 p.m.
ADMISSION | $6
CINDY HALLARAN POOL 979.764.3787 | 1600 Rock Prairie Rd.
OPEN May 28-Sept. 4* (closed July 4)
HOURSMon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. & Sat.-Sun., 12-7 p.m.
ADMISSION | $3
THOMAS POOL 979.764.3721 | 1300 James Pkwy.
OPEN May 28-Aug. 21 (closed July 4)
HOURS Mon.-Fri., 1-6 p.m. & Sat.-Sun., 12-7 p.m.
ADMISSION $3
GET YOUR SWIM PASSES TODAY!
FAMILY SWIM PASS
Adamson Lagoon ...................................$250Cindy Hallaran ........................................$150Thomas ...................................................$150Up to 5 family members. $25 for each additional pass.
INDIVIDUAL PASS
Adamson Lagoon ...................................$125Cindy Hallaran ........................................$75Thomas ...................................................$75
DISCOUNT PASS
Adamson Lagoon ...................................$100Cindy Hallaran ........................................$50Thomas ...................................................$50Includes 25 swims good for the summer season.
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WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION REGISTRATION: MARCH 4-MAY 19
Become a certified Red Cross water safety
instructor. Learn to give water safety presentations
and teach children and adults how to swim. There
are two sessions to choose from and participants
must attend each class during the designated times.
There are no makeup days. Be prepared to enter the
water on each day during your session. Participants
will need to complete an online orientation prior
to the first class date. This information will be
emailed once registered. Two manuals must also be
purchased and brought to each class: “Water Safety
Instructor” and “Swimming and Water Safety”.
They are available at instructorscorner.com/wsicandidates > Participant tab > Access Digital Materials OR Purchase Print Materials.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must pass a pre-course swimming skills
test (Red Cross Level 5: front crawl, back crawl,
elementary backstroke, side stroke, breaststroke
and butterfly).
• Must successfully complete Fundamentals of
Instructor Training (included with fee).
Ages 16+ (by April 1, 2016) | $150 (plus class manual costs)
SESSION IThu. | May 5 | 5-10 p.m. | Bryan Aquatic Ctr.Fri. | May 6 | 5-10 p.m. | Bryan Aquatic Ctr. Sat. | May 7 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Bryan Aquatic Ctr. Sun. | May 8 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Bryan Aquatic Ctr.
SESSION IIThu. | May 19 | 5-10 p.m. | Thomas Pool Fri. | May 20 | 5-10 p.m. | Thomas PoolSat. | May 21 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Southwood Community Center Sun. | May 22 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Thomas Pool
AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING PROGRAMREGISTRATION: MARCH 4-MAY 20
Are you at least 15 years old and looking for a great
summer job or challenging career? Get lifeguard
certified! Through videos, group discussion and
hands-on practice, you will learn patron rescue,
surveillance skills, First Aid and CPR/AED.
Participants will receive a two-year CPR/AED
certification and two-year lifeguarding certification.
There are four sessions to choose from. Be prepared
to enter the water on each day during your session.
Participants must attend each class during their
session at the times listed. Candidates must pass
written and practical exams in order to receive
certifications. You may download a lifeguard manual
or purchase required books from redcrossstore.org.
To work as a lifeguard for the City of College Station,
candidates must be at least 16 years old.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must be of mature and dependable character.
• Must be able to swim 300 yards continuously in the following order with no time requirement: 100 yards of front crawl using rhythmic breathing (to the side or front) and a stabilizing, propellant kick; 100 yards of breaststroke using a pull, breath, kick and glide sequence; and 100 yards of either the front crawl, breaststroke or combination.
• Must be able to swim 20 yards using the front crawl or breaststroke (starting in the water), surface dive 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object, return to the surface, swim 20 yards back to the starting point while maintaining two hands on the object and exit the water without using a ladder or steps; within 1
minute and 40 seconds.
Ages 15+ | $150 | Course length: 25 hours and 20 minutes
SESSION IFri. | April 29 | 5-10 p.m. | Bryan Aquatic Center
Sat. | April 30 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Bryan Aquatic Ctr.Sun. | May 1 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Bryan Aquatic Ctr.
SESSION IIFri. | May 6 | 5-10 p.m. | Bryan Aquatic Center
Sat. | May 7 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Bryan Aquatic Ctr.Sun. | May 8 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Bryan Aquatic Ctr.
SESSION IIIFri. | May 13 | 5-10 p.m. | Thomas Pool
Sat. | May 14 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Southwood Community CenterSun. | May 15 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Thomas Pool
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SESSION IVFri. | May 20 | 5-10 p.m. | Thomas Pool
Sat. | May 21 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Southwood Community CenterSun. | May 22 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Thomas Pool
WATER FITNESSPURCHASE YOUR PASS TODAY!
These classes provide enjoyable and effective
exercise to increase cardiopulmonary capacity,
strength and flexibility. Ages 15 and older, physically
fit, pre-natal, post-natal, post-operative, those with
arthritis, those with muscle injuries or sedentary
individuals are invited to join. Passes are good for
the 2016 season only. Participants must submit
required health history form on the first day of class.
Ages 15+ | $50 for 25 sessions | Mon.-.Fri May 30-Aug. 19 | 9-10 a.m. | Cindy Hallaran Pool
JUNIOR LIFEGUARD REGISTRATION: MARCH 4 THROUGH FIRST SESSION DAY
Youth will learn water rescues, non-certified CPR/
First Aid, facility operations and more. Course
includes a four-week pool pass and lunch for the
last class.
SESSION I
Ages 9-11 | $75 | Mon./Wed. | June 6-July 1 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Adamson Lagoon
Ages 12-14 | $75 | Tue./Thu. | June 7-July 1 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Adamson Lagoon
SESSION II
Ages 9-11 | $75 | Mon./Wed. | July 11-Aug. 4 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Adamson Lagoon
Ages 12-14 | $75 | Tue./Thu. | July 12-Aug. 4 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Adamson Lagoon
TSUNAMI SWIM TEAM REGISTRATION: MARCH 4-JULY 8
Introduces participants to competitive swimming.
Participants practice throughout the summer,
gaining strength and stroke confidence. Swimmers
are encouraged to participate in meets, which are
divided by age and gender.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Participants must be able to swim the length
of a 25-yard pool (any stroke), and be registered in
the CSISD or live in a city that does not have a swim
team.
Ages 5-18 | $125/swimmer* | May 2-end of July
Practice times & meets vary | Adamson Lagoon
*$10 discount for each additional sibling who is registered. Fee will be waived for swimmers who compete in at least three meets. Fee will be reduced by 50% for parents who work as Stroke and Turn Judge/Official at least three times during the season. If four meets are worked, then there will be no associated fee.
AQUATICS (CONTINUED)
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O’ Lincoln High
O’ Lincoln High we love you true.We love the purple and gold too.To you we will always be true.O’ Lincoln High how we love you.The purple and gold mean much to me.Let’s try to keep our colors true,We pledge a better school to be,O' Lincoln how we love you.
Forever Forward, Never Backward
All ages filter through the Lincoln Recreation Center for various activities and programs, but many don’t realize the history and contributions of those who walked before them in this historic building. The Lincoln Recreation Center is an official Texas Historical Subject Marker for African-American Education as it was the first and only African-American high school in College Station. As our community continues to grow and diversify, it’s important to reflect on and celebrate the monumental contributions of our forebears. Thousands of citizens arrived in Brazos County as slaves. Formal education didn’t exist at the time, but the Public School Act of 1871 changed that. By 1923, 127 African-American students were enrolled in the A&M Consolidated School District. Buildings accommodated only elementary school students until an agreement was reached to bus pupils to Kemp High School in Bryan. In the 1930s, the number of African-American students steadily grew along with tuition and transportation costs. Per approval from a 1941 bond election, the school
district purchased five acres of land for $100 per acre to build a high school. A&M Consolidated Negro School opened its doors for the 1941-42 academic year, and consisted of a building with six classrooms, a principal’s office, and a homemaking cottage. The school continued to flourish and expanded to 10 teachers and 296 children. An additional small plot of land one block away was purchased in 1945 for an athletic field. In 1946, the name of the school was changed from A&M Consolidated Negro School to Lincoln High School, and Willie A. Tarrow was named principal. Tennis courts, an industrial arts shop, a science building and a gymnasium were added in the next decade. Lincoln High School served as the social hub for College Station’s black community and developed a unique personality as it continued to grow. The school colors were purple and gold and students chose the panther as their mascot. The school’s motto was, “Forward forever, backward never,” and its song was, “ O’ Lincoln High.”
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Discussions about integrating the A&M Consolidated School District began in 1956. After a series of meetings and seminars, officials adopted a “wait-and-see” approach. In the early 1960s, the school district received notice that the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People was requesting immediate integration of the city’s schools. An integration plan adopted by the school district was a stair step method through which the black elementary students would be fused with white elementary students one grade at a time. Each year, a new grade would leave Lincoln and become integrated, and attendance at Lincoln became voluntary. Two of Lincoln’s teachers were reassigned to A&M Consolidated High School, and several white teachers were relocated to Lincoln. By 1965, grades one and two
had been phased into the A&M Consolidated school system. On Jan. 20, 1966, a fire destroyed one of three classroom buildings, displacing 100 students. The facilities were not rebuilt and the cause of the fire was never determined. Some speculated that the fire may have been set to force integration more quickly. The local newspaper claimed that several mysterious fires were set by an unknown arsonist during that time. At the end of the 1965-66 school year, Lincoln’s doors were shut for good and the remaining students were integrated into other A&M Consolidated schools. In 1967, an informal agreement between the City of College Station and school district allowed the property to be used temporarily as a city park. The buildings were used only for occasional gatherings of small church groups. In 1968, the
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school district agreed to lease the land and facilities to the city for 10 years. With that lease, the College Station Parks and Recreation offices moved into Lincoln and the facilities were used for continuing education classes and as a neighborhood recreation center. City property adjacent to the school became an all-purpose sports field. The homemaking cottage served as the Parks and Recreation Department Office and the industrial arts shop was converted into a shop for the department. The city bought the land in 1978 and the facilities were entirely refurbished. On June 6, 1980, the Lincoln Recreation Center was officially dedicated and has since served as a tribute to the school that once stood on the site. The center is home for many community activities, including youth after-school and summer programs, a senior outreach
program, immunization program, and as an emergency management site. The memories and influence of Lincoln High School remain and its many trophies are proudly displayed. In 1982, former students formed the Lincoln Former Students Association. In addition to organizing biennial reunions, the group provides scholarships for black students and is dedicated to preserving the heritage and memories of Lincoln School. Today, the center continues the legacy of learning, community pride and freedom as it grows stronger each year. A $4.3 million expansion, approved by voters in a 2008 bond election, will soon be underway that will add a new gymnasium, additional office and meeting space, and other improvements and renovations. The project is scheduled for completion by March 2017.
The Lincoln Recreation Center is hosting a variety events to celebrate African-American History Month throughout February. We hope to see you there!
RESEARCH YOUR FAMILYTuesdays: Feb. 2, 9, 16 & 23 | 10 a.m. | Free
You’re invited to learn how to research your family
history to explore your roots and develop your own
family tree.
FEEL THE BEAT OF THE AFRICAN DRUMThursday, Feb. 4 | 6:30 p.m. | $5
Live drumming and teachings of West African Dance.
ART SHOWCASEThursday, Feb. 11 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Free
Epic arts platforming the beauty and sisterhood of
African American women and the struggles of society.
Digital graphics and traditional canvas artwork by
John Gibson, 2011 Texas A&M University graduate.
WINE TASTING Thursday, Feb. 11 | 7 p.m. | $7
Ages 21+ can enjoy select tasting of five distinctive
wines from Perrine Winery: fruit-infused, sweet
blend/infusion, dry white, smooth dry red and
dessert. Tasting is $7 per person and includes a
tutorial on how to read wine labels and how to
pair wines with foods. Must present a valid state or
government issued photo ID.
LINCOLN LEGACY DAYMonday, Feb. 15 | 3-7 p.m. | Free
Celebrating and honoring the legacy of Lincoln
High School days from 1941-1965. A personal
reflection from the former students, lectures and
children's activities.
MOVIE NIGHTThursday, Feb. 18 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Free
Munch on popcorn and watch “42” on our 32-foot
inflatable high definition screen. “42” is a powerful
story of Jackie Robinson signing with the Brooklyn
Dodgers to become the first African-American player
to break the baseball color barrier.
DANCE OF THE DECADES FAMILY FUN NIGHTFriday, Feb. 26 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Free
A night of music and dancing from the 60s, 70s, 80s
& 90s. Fun night of games and free food. Dress to
impress in your favorite era. Prizes will be awarded!
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AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMREGISTER TODAY
With guidance from well-trained staff, students will
engage in games, sports, arts/crafts and will have
a chance to work on homework. Transportation
is provided from South Knoll, College Hills,
Rock Prairie, Southwood Valley and Oakwood
Intermediate. Participants must have a current
membership and transportation waiver to ride.
Ages | 6-18 years
Program | Jan. 4-May 20, Mon.-Thu.: 3-6:30 p.m.
& Fri 3-6 p.m.
All day program | Feb. 15, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Early Release Day | Jan. 27 & April 6,
12:30-5:30 p.m.
Closed | Jan. 18, March 18 & 25 & May 23-30
AFTER-SCHOOL MEMBERSHIP FEES
Resident | $2 | Daily Admission
Non-Resident | $4 | Daily Admission
Resident | $30 | School Year Membership
Non-Resident | $60 | School Year Membership
Low-Income Resident | $20 | School Year
Membership
Low-Income Non-Resident | $40 | School Year
Membership
LINCOLN
recreation center
979.764.3779
1000 Eleanor Street
OFFICE HOURS Mon.-Fri.: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMMon.-Thu.: 3-6:30 p.m. & Fri.: 3-6 p.m.SENIOR PROGRAM Mon.-Fri.: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.FITNESS CENTER Ages 13-17. Mon.-Fri.: 3-6 p.m. Ages 18+. Mon.-Thu.: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 6-9 p.m. & Fri.: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.CLOSED Jan. 18 & March 25
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SPRING BREAK CAMPREGISTRATION: FEB. 1- MARCH 14
This camp is a great way to keep ages 6-18
entertained and engaged the Monday-Thursday of
spring break from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Those interested
must be registered through the after-school
program. Participants are asked to bring a sack
lunch and two snacks.
March 14 | KitesMarch 15 | Hiking at Lick Creek ParkMarch 16 | Field TripMarch 17 | Fishing & Picnic
SUMMER CAMPREGISTRATION BEGINS: APRIL 4
Full-day camps offer ages 6-15 a variety of daily,
programmed activities that include: outdoor
recreation, performing and creative arts, character
and team building activities, local and out-of-town
field trips and more. Lunch is provided but campers
are asked to bring a morning and afternoon snack.
MANDATORY PARENT ORIENTATION
Choose one: April 26, May 3 or May 10 | 6:30 p.m. SESSION IMon.-Fri. | May 31-July 1 | 7:45 a.m.- 5 p.m.
SESSION II
Mon.-Fri. | July 6- Aug. 5 | 7:45 a.m.- 5 p.m.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
MOTIVATIONAL MONDAYS
Start each week off right by getting fit
and having fun!
Ages 18+ | $2 per session | Mon. | Jan. 4-May 16 6:45-7:45 p.m.
MONTHLY SCHEDULE
Week 1: Yoga with Dustin Kemp: Energize, build strength & flexibility
Week 2: Body Jam: Zumba, hip hop aerobics & latest Fit Videos
Week 3: Boot camp: Blend of cardio and strength training
Week 4: Line Dancing: Get the heart rate up while
learning the latest line dances
DRESS FOR SUCCESS
Learn how to dress to impress on a minimal budget
for your next important interview or engagement
through this one-day workshop.
Ages 18+ | Free | Fri. | March 4 | 7 p.m.
HOUR OF POWER LUNCH FOR WOMEN: “I AM MY SISTER'S KEEPER”
Bring your lunch and enjoy powerful messages from
influential women from the Brazos Valley.
Ages 18+ | Free | Thu. | March 31 | 12-1 p.m.
COMMUNITY CLASSROOM 101
Ages 55+ can enjoy free, monthly presentations
designed to provide educational topics related to
health and well-being. Sessions are led by a certified
registered nurse and are provided by Angels Care
Home Health. Light lunch and/or refreshments
provided. Presentations are on Wednesdays
from 10-11 a.m.
Jan. 6 & 20 | Strategies for an Effective Doctor’s VisitFeb. 3 & 17 | A Healthy Heart for LifeMarch 2 & 16 | Eat Right for Healthy AgingApril 6 & 20 | Tips for Compliance on 3 Common
Medications
VALENTINE’S TEA
Join us for a special day of tea and refreshments
while playing games.
Ages 55+ | Free | Tue. | Feb. 9 | 10 a.m.
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NUTRITION EDUCATION
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension offers monthly
cooking demos with new recipes and food
choices for healthy living.
Ages 55+ | Free | 3rd Tue. | 10:30 a.m.
CHAIR EXERCISE
A fun way to exercise while sitting in a chair.
Participants follow a video with exercises that
will tone and strengthen muscles.
Ages 55+ | Free |Wed. | 9:30 a.m.
BIBLE STUDY
Weekly Bible study with a focus on
serving others.
Ages 55+ | Free | Thu. |9:15-10:15 a.m. EXERCISE CLASS
A one-hour exercise class is offered weekly and
designed to help those who have mild arthritis.
Work at your own pace.
Ages 55+ | Free | Thu. | 10:30-11:30 a.m. LINE DANCING
Learn new dance steps to add more excitement
to your celebrations, reunions, birthday party,
and weddings.
Ages 55+ | Free | 1st Fri. | 10:30-11:30 a.m.
TABLE GAMES
Enjoy a variety of board games, cards,
dominoes, spades.
Ages 55+ | Free | 2nd/4th Fri. | 9:30 a.m.
BINGO
Try your luck at winning prizes by playing Bingo!
Ages 55+ | Free | 3rd Fri. | 10:30 a.m.
MONTHLY BIRTHDAY PARTY
Participants enjoy a potluck lunch and fellowship
on the last Friday of each month. Come enjoy
the party!
Ages 55+ | Free | Last Fri. | 11 a.m.
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES FOR SENIORS
A full slate of recurring activities are planned
weekly at the Lincoln Recreation Center for
senior adults. Refer to the activities calendar
below for complete details.
WALK & WEIGHT ROOM
Walking helps the cardiovascular system remain
healthy. Get your steps in by walking indoors in
the gym or outdoors under a covered pavilion. The
weight room includes free weights and interval
training machines.
Ages 55+ | Free | Daily | 9 a.m. WALKING 1-2 MILES
Great exercise video for toning, stretching, improves
heart rate, a positive mental outlook and increases
your chance to remain independent.
Ages 55+ | Free | Daily | 9 a.m.
HOT LUNCH
Enjoy a free daily hot lunch with approved client
intake form.
Ages 60+ | Free | Daily | 11:30 a.m.
IMMUNIZATIONS
The Brazos County Health Department offers
immunization clinics. For eligibility requirements, visit
the Brazos County Health Department website at
brazoshealth.org/clinics/vaccine.
Ages 55+ | Free | Tue. | 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
HEALTH EDUCATION
Monthly seminars are provided by the Brazos
County Health Department on a variety of topics
important for your health.
Ages 55+ | Free | 1st/2nd Tue. | 10:30 a.m.
HOT BREAKFAST
Sample new tasty recipes for breakfast prepared
monthly starting March 9.
Ages 55+ | Free | 2nd Tue. | 9:30 a.m.
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ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER HELPREGISTRATION REQUIRED
Join us for 30-minute, one-on-one sessions for
computer help.
Ages 18+ | Free | Mon. | 6-8 p.m.
FREE COMPUTER CLASSES
Ages 18+ are invited to join us for these beginner’s
computer classes held from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
on Fridays. Topics vary each week. Classes
will be taught on laptops in the library’s front
meeting room. Please bring your own iPad for
iPad Users Group.
Computer Basics | Jan. 8, Feb. 5 & April 1
Internet & Email | Jan. 15, Feb. 12, March 11 & April 8
Intro to MS Word | Jan. 22, Feb. 19, March 18 & April 15
iPad users group | Jan. 29, Feb. 26 & April 22
Open Q&A session | April 29
AFTERNOON BOOK CLUB
Ages 18+ can participate in the Afternoon Book
Club that meets once a month on a Tuesday from
5:30-7 p.m. to discuss a book. Club members
also help select books for future meetings. It’s
free to participate!
Jan. 12 | "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
Feb. 2 | "Dead Wake" by Erik Larson
March 8 | "The Look of Love" by Sarah Jio
April 5 | "The Girls of Atomic City" by Denise Kiernan
COLORING FOR ADULTS
Coloring is a great way for adults to relax and
reduce stress. Come color and relax with us.
Coloring materials will be provided.
Ages 18+ | Free | 2nd Thu. | 5:30 p.m. TEEN ADVISORY BOARD
Interested in helping plan teen programs and
events for the library? Apply to be on the Teen
LIBRARYLarry J. Ringer
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Advisory Board! Applications are available at
the library and online.
7th-12th grade | Free | Sat. Jan. 16, Feb. 6, March 12 & April 30 | 1-2 p.m.
SPLATTER
Come get artsy with us by creating Zentangles
(beautiful images created by drawing structured
patterns) and painting rocks, signs and bookends.
5th-12th Grade | Free | Sat. | Jan. 16 | 2-4 p.m.
FAMILY STORYTIME PARTY
All ages are welcome. Bring your family for an
evening of storytime, crafts, and activities from 6-7
p.m. on a Thursday each month.
Jan. 21 | Space: The Library Frontier
Feb. 18 | Cowboys and Cowgirls
March 17 | Stuffed Animals
April 7 | Ice Cream Party
LIBRARY READING GROUP
The Library Reading Group meets on the third
Thursdayof the month to discuss books. Titles and
formatsare eclectic. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. for
meetand greet. Discussion is from 7-8 p.m.
Ages 18+ | Free | 3rd Thu. | 6:45-8 p.m.
Jan. 21 | "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
Feb. 18 | "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
March 17 | Brazos Valley Reads selection,
title to be announced. Texas A&M University
sponsors a free author lecture on campus in
April focusing on the Brazos Valley Reads title.
We read and discuss the title in preparation
for the lecture.
April 21 | "A Curtain of Green" (short story collection) by Eudora Welty
ELEPHANT AND PIGGIE DAY
Everyone is invited to enjoy an Elephant and Piggie
party. There will be stories, crafts, games and fun!
All Ages | Free | Sat. | Jan. 23 | 10 a.m.
eBOOK CLASS
Learn how to use eBooks and eAudiobooks and
how to check them out from the library. Bring your
eReader, iPad, smartphone, laptop, or other
mobile device.
Ages 18+ | Free | Sat. | Jan. 23 | 2-3 p.m.
STORYTIME
Pick the storytime that is right for you and
your child. Enjoy stories, songs, games, crafts,
parachutes, bubbles, puppets, and more.
It’s all free!
Babies & Books (babies who are content to sit in laps) Thu. | Jan. 28-April 14 | 9:15 a.m.
Wiggle Worms (babies & toddlers who can’t sit still) Mon. | Jan. 25-April 11 | 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.Thu. | Jan. 28-April 14 | 10 a.m. & 11 a.m.
Toddlers (2-3 years old) Wed. | Jan. 27-April 13 | 10 a.m.
Preschool (3-5 years old) Wed. | Jan. 27-April 13 | 11 a.m.
ANIMÉ CLUB FOR TEENS
Our animé club meets once a month to watch
Japanese animation, rated PG to TV-14. Talk
about your favorite animé and manga. Free
refreshments provided.
7th-12th Grade | Free | Thu. Jan. 28, Feb. 25, March 31 & April 28 4-5:30 p.m.
FAMILY MOVIES
Enjoy free, family-friendly movies! Call to find out
movie titles and ratings. Refreshments are allowed.
All Ages | Free | Sat. Jan. 30, Feb. 20 & April 9 | 2-4 p.m.
All Ages | Free | Wed. | March 16 | 2-4 p.m.
FREE TAX HELP FROM AARP FOUNDATION TAX-AIDE
AARP volunteers will be at the library to help
individuals (with low-to-moderate incomes) fill out
their basic federal income tax forms. This is only
for personal income tax forms, not for businesses.
Those interested must bring a photo ID, social
security card (as well as social security numbers for
dependents), tax forms and last year’s tax return (if
you have it). Times and days are tentative; please
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call the library or check the website to confirm.
All Ages | Free | Mon., Wed. & Fri. Feb. 1-April 15 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
All Ages | Free | Sat. | Feb. 6-April 9
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE
Need help with your English? Join us each week as
we practice speaking English. All levels welcome.
Starts Jan. 12.
Ages 18+ | Free | Tue. | 3-4 p.m.
LIFE IS FLASHING BEFORE MY EYES
Learn photography tricks and editing from a
professional photographer.
5th-12th Grade | Free | Sat. | Feb. 6 | 2-4 p.m.
THE MAD HATTER’S TEA PARTY
Enjoy a fancy affair. Wear fancy clothes, do fancy
stuff, and have fancy fun.
Ages 3+ | Free | Sat. | Feb. 13 | 10 a.m.
LITERACY STARTS AT BIRTH WORKSHOPSREGISTRATION REQUIRED
An engaging and active workshop filled information
and easy-to-use practices to develop language,
and other early literacy skills, in children from birth
to age five. Educators can use this workshop for
CEUs as approved by your school director; check
with your school for more information.
Educators/Parents | Free | Sat. | Feb. 20 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Parent & Child (up to age 5) | Free | Tue. Feb. 23 | 9:30-10:30 a.m.
ADULT CRAFTS REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Discover your hidden, crafty talents! Supplies
are provided.
Ages 18+ | Free | Mon.
Feb. 22, March 21 & April 18 | 6-8 p.m. AROUND THE WORLD: MULTICULTURAL DAY
Learn about a variety of cultures through games,
crafts, dances, songs and more! This program is
run by our Teen Advisory Board volunteers.
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BOOK SALE FOR YOUNG READERS
The Friends of the Bryan+College Station Public
Library System’s annual Book Sale for Young
Readers will feature gently used children’s books
on sale for $1 for two hardback books or for four
paperback books. Proceeds directly benefit the
library system and donations will also be gladly
accepted. Friends of the Library members can
start shopping at 9 a.m. Memberships available
at the door.
All Ages | Free admission | Sat. March 5 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
TINY TOT PARADE
Babies and toddlers can dress in their fanciest
outfits for a parade around the library. They can
also play with bubbles, parachutes, and other
fun items while dancing and singing.
Newborn to Age 3 | Free | Tue. March 8 | 10 a.m.
LOOKS KINDA SKETCHY
We will collect leaves, branches, and other things
in nature and put them on special paper to make
awesome cyanotype prints.
5th-12th Grade | Free | Sat. March 12 | 2-4 p.m.
KIDDY BOOGIE WOOGIE
Learn some simple dances with us.
All Ages | Free | Thu. | March 17 | 2-3 p.m.
TWEENS: DECORATE SPRING COOKIES
Special program just for tweens to have fun
decorating spring cookies. All supplies
will be provided.
5th-6th Grade | Free | Sat. | March 19 | 2-3 p.m.
TWEEN PIZZA PARTY
Special pizza party just for tweens.
RSVP appreciated but not required.
5th-6th grade | Free | Sat. | April 16 12:30-1:30 p.m.
WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE
Participate in fun, wild, crazy games outside.
All Ages | Free | Sat. | April 16 | 2-4 p.m.
INTO THE WOODS
Join us for wild, crazy games, such as Whipped
Cream Balloon Armageddon, Building a Fort,
Tug-o-Wagon, and much more!
5th-12th Grade | Free | Sat. | April 30 | 2-4 p.m.
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TEEN AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM (TAP)REGISTER TODAY
We offer a supervised, engaging experience for
teens after each school day at an affordable price.
The center is a great place to socialize, participate
in age appropriate activities and to work on
homework.
Ages | 6th-8th Graders
Program | Jan. 5-May 20 | Mon. - Fri. 3:45 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Closed | Jan. 4 & 18, Mar. 14-18 & 25
AFTER-SCHOOL MEMBERSHIP FEES
Resident | $2 | Daily Admission
Non-Resident | $4 | Daily Admission
Resident | $30 | Annual Membership
Non-Resident | $60 | Annual Membership
Bus Fee* | $75 | Per Semester
*Loads from AMCMS, Cypress Grove & Oakwood
GREAT ESCAPE FIELD TRIPS
On CSISD early release and holidays, we offer
great escape field trips for 6th-8th graders. The
registration deadline for these trips are one calendar
week before the trip.
Show Time Cinema | Free | Wed. | Jan. 27 1-6 p.m.
NASA-Houston | $35 | Mon. | Feb. 15 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Spring Hill Farms | Free | Wed. | April 6 | 1-6 p.m.
Horseback Riding | Free | Fri. | May 27 | 1-6 p.m.
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SOUTHWOODcommunity center ecreation center
979.764.6351
1520 Rock Prairie Road
OFFICE HOURS Mon.-Fri.: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. SENIOR PROGRAMMon.-Fri.: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMMon.-Fri.: 3:45-6 p.m.CLOSED Jan. 18 & March 25
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balance training along with group discussions
focused on exercise safety, arthritis management
and more!
Ages 55+ | Free | Tue. & Thu. | Feb. 2-April 21
2:30-4 p.m.
VALENTINE’S TEA AND FASHION SHOWREGISTRATION REQUIRED
Join us for afternoon tea and sweetheart bingo.
Enjoy a cup of tea and healthy finger foods with
a fashion show from Burlap and Pearls Boutique.
Register by calling 979.764.6351 or emailing
mrodgers@cstx.gov.
Ages 55+ | Free | Thu. | Feb. 11 | 1-3 p.m.
SPRING DANCES
Enjoy an evening of dancing for free with a live
DJ, light refreshments and door prizes.
Ages 55+ | Free | Thu. | Feb. 11 & April 21
7-9 p.m.
HELP FOR IPAD USERS
Do you have an iPad and need help? Bring
your iPad to learn how to get the most out of
technology. Class size limited. Register by calling
979.764.6351 or emailing mrodgers@cstx.gov.
Ages 55+ | Free | Tue. | Feb. 23 & March 8 9-10 a.m.
Ages 55+ | Free | Thu. | April 7 | 9-10 a.m.
HELP FOR TABLET USERS
Free help for Tablet users. Bring your tablet and
learn how to get the most out of technology.
Class size limited. Register by calling
979.764.6351 or emailing mrodgers@cstx.gov.
Ages 55+ | Free | Tue. | Feb. 23 & March 8 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Ages 55+ | Free | Thu. | April 7 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. WORLD PASSPORT PROGRAM
Ages 55+ are invited to learn about different
cultures, sample a variety of foods and discover
places to visit when in the country. Free program!
SOUTHWOOD (CONTINUED)
FRIDAY NIGHT TEEN SCENE
Come out and enjoy extended hours with your friends
at the Teen Scene. Start your summer off with an
unforgettable experience!
6-8th Grade | Free | Fri. | May 20 | 6-9 p.m.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS
COMMUNITY CLASSROOM 101 HEALTH TIPS
Ages 55+ can enjoy free, monthly education sessions
provided by Angels Care Home Health nurses on a
Tuesday from 10-11 a.m.
Eat Right for Healthy Aging | Jan. 19
A Healthy Heart for Life | Feb. 9
Keep Your Senses Sharp | March 29
Understanding Your Medications | April 12
FLOW AND BALANCE EXERCISE CLASSREGISTRATION REQUIRED
Join an exercise class led by doctoral students from
Texas A&M Department of Recreation, Parks and
Tourism Sciences. The class combines traditional
Korean dance movements with music. The movements
promote physical and mental health by stimulating
acupuncture points with pressing and tapping
movements. Register by calling 979.764.6351 or
emailing mrodgers@cstx.gov.
Ages 55+ | Free | Tue. | Jan. 26-April 26 1:30-2:30 p.m.
SENIOR ISSUES EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS
Ages 55+ are invited to free, monthly seminars on a
Thursday from 12-1 p.m. Light lunch will be served.
Passing Along Your Family History I | Jan. 28Passing Along Your Family History II | Feb. 25Estate Planning and Probate | March 3Medicare Preventative Services | April 14
FIT & STRONG
This 12-week program improves arthritis symptoms
and promotes an active lifestyle. Class consists of
low-impact aerobics, strength exercises, flexibility and
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Korea | Tue. | March 8 | 10-11a.m.
Poland | Wed. | March 23 | 10-11a.m.
Argentina | Wed. | March 30 | 10-11a.m.
HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW & RODEO DAY TRIPREGISTRATION REQUIRED
Enjoy a day of shopping, gourmet foods, viewing
livestock, unique arts/crafts and more at the world’s
largest livestock show and rodeo in Houston.
Register by calling 979.764.6351 or emailing
mrodgers@cstx.gov.
Ages 55+ | Free | Wed. | March 9 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES FOR SENIORS
There are a variety of weekly activities for
senior adults. Activities are free to those with a
membership.
Resident | $2 | Daily AdmissionNon-Resident | $4 | Daily Admission Resident | $20 | Annual MembershipNon-Resident | $40 | Annual Membership
OPEN COMPUTER LAB
Those with a senior annual membership are
welcome to utilize the computer lab whenever a
computer class isn’t in session.
Ages 55+ | Free | Mon.-Fri. | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
SIT & FIT
A gentle exercise class that features fat-burning
aerobics and weightlifting while using a chair
for support.
Ages 55+ | Free | Mon., Tue. & Thu. | 12-1 p.m. FOREVERSIZE
Foreversize encourages individuals to adopt
healthy, lifestyle practices with helpful tips on
nutrition and exercise. Class is held three
times a week.
Ages 55+ | Free | Mon., Wed. & Fri. | 1:30-3 p.m.
BEGINNING LINE DANCE WORKSHOP
Learn the steps and terminology. Workshop is
designed for beginners and is held twice a month.
Ages 55+ | Free | 1st, 2nd & 3rd Mon. 10:30-11:30 a.m. GAME NIGHT
Enjoy an evening of dominoes, cards, Mah Jongg
and a variety of other games.
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LINE DANCING
Looking for a fun way to exercise? Try line
dancing! Dance to the hottest tunes and enjoy a
low-impact, aerobic workout.
Ages 55+ | Free |Tue. & Fri. | 10:30-11:30 a.m.
BLUEGRASS JAM SESSION
If you like to listen to Bluegrass music or play a
string instrument, this jam session is for you.
All levels welcome.
Ages 55+ | Free | Tue. | 1:30-3:30 p.m.
LEARN TO PLAY 42
Become a pro at playing 42 with dominoes during
these weekly, educational sessions.
Ages 55+ | Free | Wed. | 9:30-11:30 a.m.
42 DOMINOES
42 is often referred to as the “National Game
of Texas.” Beginner and experienced players
are welcome.
Ages 55+ | Free | Thu. | 9:30-11:30 a.m.
LEARN TO PLAY MAH JONGG
Want to learn how to play a new board game?
Try Mah Jongg! It’s a game of skill, strategy
and calculation.
Ages 55+ | Free | Thu. | 9-11:30 a.m.
MOVIE & POPCORN
Enjoy newly released films and popcorn with friends
for free.
Ages 55+ | Free | 3rd Thu. | 1-3 p.m.
BRIDGE
Beginners and experienced players are invited to
play! No partner needed.
Ages 55+ | Free | Fri. | 9-11:30 a.m.
SENIOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The committee’s purpose is to address the needs
of older adults living in College Station, and offers
program and activity suggestions to the College
Station Parks and Recreation Department. The
Senior Advisory Committee is made up of 15
members who serve three-year terms. Members are
55+ and residents of College Station. Visitors are
welcome to attend meetings.
Ages 55+ | Free | Last Mon. | 10-11:30 a.m.
BINGO & BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Celebrate birthdays for the month with cake and
bingo. Prizes awarded.
Ages 55+ | Free | Last Fri. | 1:30-3:30 p.m.
SOUTHWOOD (CONTINUED)
COMPUTER CLUB FOR SENIORS
First Wednesday of each month from 9-11 a.m.
Registration is not required. For more details mrodgers@cstx.gov 979.764.6371
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“Once an Aggie, always an Aggie,” is a motto that transcends death
and highlights the importance of being a member of the Aggie family.
For more than 30 years, former students of Texas A&M envisioned
a final resting place that would honor the extraordinary bonds
formed by Aggies.
As a result, the City of College Station collaborated with Texas
A&M to build the Aggie Field of Honor and Memorial Cemetery
to commemorate fallen Aggies and their loved ones.
The beautifully landscaped Memorial Cemetery covers 56 acres
and features a committal shelter, information center, columbarium,
and standard burial plots. Another 20 acres are dedicated to the
Aggie Field of Honor to reflect the greatness, loyalty, and the
connection that binds Aggies together.
The Field of Honor features the Spirit Gate, which is oriented
toward Kyle Field to honors the life and spirit of those who have
passed. The Spirit of Aggieland travels in a ceremonial way from
campus to the Aggie Field of Honor through this final gateway.
You only need to be an Aggie in heart and spirit to purchase
a plot in the Aggie Field of Honor and Memorial Cemetery. Anyone
who has a love for the university, its traditions, and our community
is welcome.
“Let us hold our lives to the light of those who walked before us, remembering the footprints they left behind and preserving the pathways they created.” -Jack Fritts ‘53
PRICING & REGULATIONS
To purchase a space or plot at the Memorial Cemetery or in the Aggie Field of Honor, contact Administrative Support Supervisor Andrea Lauer at 979.764.5049 for an appointment. Paperwork will need to be finalized at the Parks & Recreation Office after the lot or space is selected.
Municipal Sections
Standard Space (4'x9') | $1,450
Columbaria Niche
(12"x12"x12") $825
Infant Space
(4'x5') | $220
Aggie Field of Honor
Standard Space
(4'x9') | $3,000
Columbaria Niche
(12"x12"x12") | $1,650
For more information, visit fieldofhonor.cstx.gov or call 979.764.5049.
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University Park
300 Park Road
Steeplechase Park
301 Westridge Drive
Lick Creek Park
13600 East Rock Prairie Road
• 515.5 acres• Off-leash park, but your dog is required to be under voice control
• 3.5 miles of marked nature / bike trails
•• Great for hiking, bird watching, equestrian activities and nature study
• 1.5 acres • Fenced, off-leash park
• Wash and hydration station
Nearby amenities:• Playground
• Basketball court
•• Picnic shelter
• 4 acres• Fenced, off-leash park with small and large dog areas• Swimming ponds• Agility obstacle course • Wash and hydration station
Nearby amenities:Nearby amenities:
• Playground• Jogging / walking loop• Picnic shelter
DOG PARKS
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University Park
300 Park Road
Steeplechase Park
301 Westridge Drive
Lick Creek Park
13600 East Rock Prairie Road
• 515.5 acres• Off-leash park, but your dog is required to be under voice control
• 3.5 miles of marked nature / bike trails
•• Great for hiking, bird watching, equestrian activities and nature study
• 1.5 acres • Fenced, off-leash park
• Wash and hydration station
Nearby amenities:• Playground
• Basketball court
•• Picnic shelter
• 4 acres• Fenced, off-leash park with small and large dog areas• Swimming ponds• Agility obstacle course • Wash and hydration station
Nearby amenities:Nearby amenities:
• Playground• Jogging / walking loop• Picnic shelter
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ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCES
The following City of College Station ordinances are to be observed by all pet owners and are
enforceable through the courts. All breaches are subject to nes not to exceed $500.
1. Any dog, cat or ferret over four months of age
must be rabies vaccinated and registered with Brazos County. Registration tags can be purchased through your veterinarian or the Aggieland
Humane Society. The animal must wear its current county and rabies vaccination tags.
2. Registration shall cover a period of one year from date of issuance, in conjunction with the date of
rabies vaccination.
3. It is an oense to have pets at large. At large
means to be free of physical restraint beyond the boundaries of the owner’s premises.
4. It is an oense to allow an animal to make excessive noise by barking, howling, screeching, etc.
5. When not on your property, clean up after your pet.
6. Any animal impounded will be held for a minimum of 72 hours. All fees (impound fee, county registration and rabies shot
fee, if needed) must be paid before an animal can leave the
humane society.
7. A permit is required for more
than four dogs and/or cats. Contact CSPD Animal Control.
8. It is an oense to keep or harbor any wild animal within city limits without a state permit.
9. It’s unlawful to leave an animal enclosed in a parked vehicle or enclosed trailer in a manner that subjects the animal to extreme temperatures that could
adversely aect the animal’s health, safety and welfare.
10. It’s unlawful for a person to transport an animal in an open bed pickup or atbed truck on a public street
or highway, unless the animal is secured in a kennel or restrained using a tether that is cross-tied to prevent the animal from falling or jumping from the vehicle or
strangling on a single leash.
For a complete list of animal control ordinances, visit cstx.gov/animalcontrol.
• Register your pet. A county tag
provides a 24-hour hotline for lost
and found pets.
• Notify the Aggieland Humane
Society if your pet changes owners or if you’ve changed addresses or
phone numbers. Don’t forget to give them your cell or work numbers too.
• Humane, live traps for skunks,
raccoons, opossums, cats and dogs
are available from CSPD Animal
Control.
• If you are scratched or bitten by an
animal, report it to CSPD at 979.764.3600.
• If a stray animal enters your property, you may contact CSPD Animal Control to have it removed.
• Supervise children and pets
playing together.
• Consult with your veterinarian about needed vaccinations and
heart worm/ea/tick preventions.
• Ensure that your pet is properly
cared for when you have to leave town.
HELPFUL TIPS
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FACILITY RENTAL
RENTAL INFORMATIONLooking for the perfect place to have your next gathering or athletic event? Check out the facilities offered by the City of College Station’s Parks & Recreation Department. We rent recreation centers, meeting rooms, park pavilions, pools, athletic fields and many other facilities.
FACILITY RENTALSRentals are on a first-come, first-served basis. Facilities will not be held without proper documentation and deposit.
PAVILION RENTALSPavilions may be used if they are not rented, but no access will be allowed to kitchens or restrooms. Reservations can be made by visiting the Stephen C. Beachy Central Park Office on weekdays from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
FIELD & PAVILION RENTAL DEADLINESMonday-Thursday rentals must be made no later than noon one business day prior to the desired reservation date. Friday-Sunday rentals must be made no later than 3 p.m. on the Thursday prior to the desired reservation date.
DEPOSITSA security deposit is required for rentals. Portions or all of the deposit will be forfeited if damage, extra maintenance, or extraordinary cleanup occurs as a result of rental. Deposits will be refunded on the following conditions: (1) Terms of your rental have been met, (2) Facilities are left in good condition, or (3) Cancellation procedures have been properly followed.
CANCELLATION & REFUNDSCustomers must cancel three days prior to the rental date to be eligible for a refund. If a cancellation is made fewer than three days prior to rental date, deposits will be forfeited. Refunds are processed within two weeks of request by check. No cash refunds will be issued. For the complete refund policy, call 979.764.3486.
ATHLETIC FIELDS 979.764.3486 | cstx.gov/rentals
Brian Bachmann Community Park .............................6 baseball & 2 athletic fields
Wayne Smith Athletic Complex ................................................3 baseball fields
Stephen C. Beachy Central Park ...............................3 athletic & 4 softball fields
Veterans Park & Athletic Complex .............................11 athletic & 5 softball fields
Bee Creek Park ...........................2 softball fields
Lemontree Park ............................1 softball field
Luther Jones Park .........................1 softball field
TOTAL available fields to rent ..................16 athletic, 9 baseball & 13 softball
Athletic Field RatesNon-Resident & Resident
Field Rental ~ one field, all day ...............................$150
Field Rental ~ one field, up to 5 hours ............$30 / hour
Field Rental ~ deposit ...........................................Varies
Lights for Field Rental ~ one field ....................$20 / hour
Game Prep Fee ~ one field ........................................$75
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Bee Creek Batting Cage Rental ......................$15 / hour
In addition to rental fees, a deposit will be charged and paid by the renter in advance of tournaments. The deposit is $500 per complex.
Additional fees may be assessed to the renter, depending on the length and type of tournament, to cover expenses for the city to facilitate the tournament.
Game field prep and light fees are included in all-day rentals but not in hourly rentals.
SOUTHWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER 979.764.6351 | 1520 Rock Prairie Rd.cstx.gov/southwood
The Southwood Community Center is conveniently located in the Brian Bachmann Community Park on Rock Prairie Road. The center is a great choice for your next birthday party, dance, family reunion or corporate meeting. The facility includes a meeting room, game room, computer lab, and a kitchen with an ice machine.
Southwood Community Center Rates
Meeting Room ~ per hour (deposit) Non-Resident .................................................$50 ($100)Resident ...........................................................$25 ($50)
Game/Dance Room ~ per hour (deposit) Non-Resident .................................................$70 ($150)Resident ...........................................................$35 ($75)
LINCOLN RECREATION CENTER 979.764.3779 | 1000 Eleanor St. cstx.gov/lincolncenter
The Lincoln Recreation Center is located on the
corner of Holleman Drive and Eleanor Street near
College Station’s Historic Southside District. The
LRC can accommodate indoor and outdoor social
gatherings, volleyball and basketball competitions,
and small to large meetings. A community room,
multi-purpose room, game room and gymnasium are
also available to rent. The outdoor area is perfect for
special events and includes a seasonal splash park,
bench tables and playground. Parking is available
with 120 spaces and five handicap spots.
Non-resident rates range from $60-$550. Resident
rates range from $30-$275
Lincoln Recreration Center Rates
Gym Deposit ~ per day, 8-hr. block
Non-Resident ..........................................................$550
Resident ..................................................................$275
Half Court ~ per hour, 4-hr. max
Non-Resident ............................................................$80
Resident ....................................................................$40
Full Court ~ per hour, 4-hr. max
Non-Resident ..........................................................$100
Resident ....................................................................$50
Gym Event ~ per chair
Non-Resident .........................................................$1.00
Resident .................................................................$0.50
All Day Usage ~ 4+ hours
Non-Resident ..........................................................$550
Resident ..................................................................$275
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Concession Usage Non-Resident ............................................................$60Resident ....................................................................$20
Game / Multi-purpose Room ~ 4-hr. min (Deposit) Non-Resident .............................................$60/hr ($200)Resident .....................................................$30/hr ($100)
Community Room ~ per hour, 3-hr. max (Deposit) Non-Resident .................................................$80 ($300) Resident .........................................................$40 ($150)
Kitchen Fee Non-Resident ............................................................$50Resident ....................................................................$25
Special Event Fee (funerals, weddings, parties) Non-Resident ..........................................................$600Resident ..................................................................$300
Gym or Room Transfer / Cancellation Fee Non-Resident ............................................................$20Resident ....................................................................$20
Rooms are subject to an after-hour charge of $20 per hour. The after-hour charge is based on any request to use facilities beyond normal operating hours. The special event fee includes the rental of the gym, community room, sound system and 450 chairs.
WOLF PEN CREEK PARK 979.764.3408 | 1015 Colgate Dr.cstx.gov/wolfpen
The premier concert venue in the Brazos Valley, the Wolf
Pen Creek Amphitheater is capable of hosting more
than 7,500 patrons and boasts quality shows, beautiful
grounds and down-home hospitality. The Green Room
features a balcony overlooking Wolf Pen Creek, space
for formal catering preparations, a full-sized refrigerator
and an ice machine. Amphitheater rates range from
$500-$1,200. Green Room rates range from $110-$375.
Amphitheater ~ per day
Private (Mon-Thu) ....................................................$500
Private (Fri-Sun) .......................................................$600
Non-commercial - benefit (Mon-Thu) .....................$750
Non-commercial - benefit (Fri-Sun) ........................$900
Professional/Commercial (Mon-Thu) ...................$1,000
Professional/Commercial (Fri-Sun) ......................$1,200
Green Room Meetings Non-commercial 0-4 hrs. (5-12 hrs.) (Mon-Thu) .................$110 ($275) Non-commercial 0-4 hrs. (5-12 hrs.) (Fri-Sun) ....................$140 ($325)Commercial 0-4 hrs. (5-12 hrs.) (Mon-Thu) .................$150 ($325) Commercial
0-4 hrs. (5-12 hrs.) (Fri-Sun) ....................$200 ($375)
Deposit - Amphitheater/Green Room .................$200-$600
Other Non-Typical Events .................Rate based on event
Alcohol Surcharge for any Function .............................$55
A percentage of ticketing and fees for service personnel and
vending charges will be added for amphitheater rentals.
A percentage of the gate will be negotiated for commercial events.
Non-commercial is defined as nonprofit, student, civic or private.
Security deposits are based upon participants/attendees.
March 16 Ten Years Between the Censuses
Registration is not required. mrodgers@cstx.gov • 979.764.6371
Carter Creek Training Room (2200 N. Forest Pkwy.)
Third Wednesday each month from 9:30-11 a.m.
Jan. 20How to Find Blue Collar Workers
Feb. 17 How to Use Property Records to Dig Up Dirt
FAMILY HISTORY COMPUTER USERS GROUP
FACILITY RENTAL (CONTINUED)
April 20 Creating a Timeline for Your Favorite Ancestor
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NAME, LOCATION NONRESIDENT RESIDENT
Bee Creek
Bee Creek Park1900 Anderson Street
100 100 $250 $300 $125 $150 Electricity, Water,
BBQ pit,
Picnic tables (12)
Playground, Pool,
Tennis, Restrooms,
Softball$200 deposit $200 deposit
W.A. Tarrow
Lincoln Recreation Cntr107 Holleman Drive
100 319 $250 $300 $125 $150 Basketball court Playground, Sidewalks,
Spray park
$200 deposit $200 deposit
Oaks
Oaks Park1601 Stallings Drive
40 25-30 $225 $300 $125 $150 Electricity, Water,
Restrooms, BBQ pit,
Picnic tables (5)
Playground, Basketball,
Volleyball
$200 deposit $200 deposit
Crompton
Crompton Park201 Holleman Drive W.
100 49 $300 $400 $150 $200 Electricity, Water,
Restrooms, BBQ pit,
Picnic tables (10)
Pond, Jog/Walk Trails,
Basketball
$200 deposit $200 deposit
Central
S.C. Beachy Central Park1000 Krenek Tap Road
200 100 $400 $500 $200 $250 Electricity, Water,
Restrooms, Kitchen, BBQ
pit, Picnic tables (21)
Playground, Nature
Trails, Pond, Softball,
Volleyball, Tennis,
Basketball$200 deposit $200 deposit
Bachmann
B.B. Community Park1600 Rock Prairie Road
300 200 $400 $500 $200 $250 Electricity, Water,
Restrooms, Kitchen, BBQ
pit, Picnic tables (24)
Playground, Volleyball,
Baseball, Horseshoe pits,
Tennis, Pool$200 deposit $200 deposit
American
Veterans Park & Cmplx3101 Harvey Road
500 423 $600 $700 $300 $350 Electricity, Water, Stage,
Restrooms, Kitchen, BBQ
pit, Picnic tables (48)
Playground, Nature
Trails, Pond, Softball,
Volleyball, Tennis,
Basketball$400 deposit $400 deposit
Dog Park
Steeplechase Park301 Westridge Drive
100 10 $300 $300 $150 $150 Water, Fenced areas (1)Playground, Basketball
may apply may apply
Dog Park
University Park300 Park Road
100 10 $300 $300 $150 $150 Lighting, Water, Pond,
Fenced areas (2)Playground, Sidewalks
may apply may apply
Pavilions and dog parks are rated per day. Reservations are all-day and on a first-come, first-served basis. Fees must be paid in full at the
time of reservation. Deposits will be refunded if facilities are left clean and free of damage. Reservations canceled within seven days prior
to the rental date will incur a $20 cancellation fee.
HOST A PARTY!RENT A PARK/POOL PAVILION 979.764.3540
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PARK RULES
1. No campfires allowed without prior approval.
2. No dunking booths, hot air balloons, pony rides, or livestock without prior approval.
3. Tents must be pre-approved and location coordinated with Parks Operations Division staff.
4. Pavilions may be used if they are not rented; however, no access will be allowed into kitchen or restroom facilities.
5. Athletic Fields must be reserved separately from Pavilion Rentals. This must be done through the Stephen C. Beachy Central Park office, 1000 Krenek Tap Road, 979.764.3486.
6. Dogs are to be kept under restraint at all times. Dogs may only be without a leash at the two designated dog parks or at Lick Creek Park where the dog is required to be under voice control.
7. All wildlife in city parks is protected.
8. It is unlawful to cut or destroy vegetation.
9. All vehicles must park in designated areas on pavement only.
10. It is unlawful to wade or swim in park ponds.
11. All firearms, airguns, crossbows, and bows and arrows are prohibited.
12. It is unlawful to litter in city parks.
13. Non-city-related advertising in city parks is prohibited.
14. Community park curfews are 1-5 a.m. Neighborhood park curfews are 11 p.m.-5 a.m.
15. Any person wishing to sell any items (food, drinks, shirts, caps, etc.) in a park must apply for a Park Vendor’s Permit at the Parks and Recreation Office (979.764.3410) and possibly a Health Permit from the Brazos County Health Department (979.361.4450).
16. No off-road vehicles are allowed in city parks.
17. Golfing or (practice) driving of golf balls in the parks is prohibited.
18. Please obey all “FIELDS CLOSED” signs.
19. Glass bottles and containers are prohibited.
20. Alcohol may be consumed in city parks by adults 21 years of age or older. If you have a function where alcohol is served, neither the alcohol nor anything else can be sold without a TABC license.
21. Fishing in park ponds is free and open to the public. Texas Community Fishing Lake special regulations, as well as statewide regulations, apply to all city ponds. For special and statewide regulations, fishing license information, and daily bag limits, contact Texas Parks and Wildlife.
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Central Park OfficeLarry J. Ringer LibraryLincoln Recreation CenterSouthwood Center, Skate Park
A&M Consol. High SchoolA&M Consol. Middle SchoolCollege Hills ElementaryCollege Station Middle SchoolCypress Grove IntermediateForest Ridge ElementaryOakwood IntermediatePebble Creek ElementaryRock Prairie ElementarySouth Knoll ElementarySouthwood Valley ElementaryCollege Station High SchoolCreek View ElementaryGreens Prairie Elementary
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