Parks & Recreation Update for November 5, 2009
Date:
11/05/2009 (Last updated: 11/06/2009)Summary:
Weekly Parks & Recreation update.Contact:
Children's Festival Of The Arts; Turkey Trot 5k/10k; "Willy Wonka Kids"; Senior Registration; Fall In Love With Apples
The Children's Festival Of The Arts
The 16th Annual Children's Festival of the Arts is 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7 on Main Street in historic downtown Yuma. This is a great experience for the entire family. Bring your children to enjoy over 30 different booths with art projects, entertainment and music plus exhibits at the Yuma Art Center. All ages are welcome. It's hands-on, it's creative, and it's free.
Turkey Trot 5k/10k
The Turkey Trot 5K/10K Run & Fun Walk is Saturday, Nov. 14 at West Wetlands Park (12th Avenue north of 1st Street) at 8:30 a.m. sharp. Fee: $8 if pre-registered on or before Thursday, Nov. 12, or $10 for on-site registration from 7:30 to 8:15 a.m. Pre-race warmup will be hosted by Yuma Jazzercise.
Fall In Love With Apples
The perfect fall treat is an apple, so why not enjoy this delicious fruit? We will be make apple pies, candy apples, and more. This workshop is planned for Saturday, November 21 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Clymer Recreation Center. The cost is $11 and we have two age groups of 3 to 5 and 6 to 12.
Senior Registration
Parks & Recreation is taking registration for winter for seniors interested in keeping busy, learning a new craft, and making new friends. Activities are held at the North End Community Center, 160 E. 1st St. and include crocheting, knitting, oil painting, belly dancing, scratch art, woodcarving, and 3D art classes are just some of the programs on the schedule. The winter program is held Nov. 2 through March 31, 2010. Monthly, season, and daily passes are available at all Parks & Recreation offices. For more information call 373-5245 or 373-5243.
"Willy Wonka Kids"
The Yuma Art Center's Infinite Imagination Youth Theater will present Roald Dahl's “Willy Wonka Kids” at the historic Yuma Theatre at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 13. In this production of the timeless story of the world famous candy man and his quest to find an heir, based on “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” youth ages 8 through teen will showcase their theatrical and musical talent. Tickets for reserved seats are $5 and are available at the Yuma Art Center, Yuma Civic Center, and online at www.yumaaz.gov/events. All seating is reserved. “Willy Wonka Kids” is presented through special arrangements with Music Theatre International.
"Much Ado About Nothing"
The Yuma Art Center and 5 Point Theatre Company will present Shakespeare's comedy “Much Ado About Nothing” the last two weekends in November (the 20th through 22nd and the 27th through 30th) at the Historic Yuma Theatre. Performances are 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 pm Sundays. Reserved-seat tickets are $10 and available at the Yuma Art Center (373-5202), Yuma Civic Center (373-5040), or online at www.yumaaz.gov/events. All seating is reserved. For more information, call 373-5202.
Parks And Rec Grant For Grow Smart Summer Camp
City of Yuma Parks and Recreation was awarded a grant from the Yuma Community Foundation in the amount of $4,420 to be used for the Grow Smart Summer Camp. This was awarded Tuesday, Oct. 27 at the Heart of Yuma Awards.
Adult Open Hoops/Fitness Room At Readiness Center
The Yuma Readiness and Community Center, located on the corner of 24th Street and Araby Road, will have adult open hoops and a weight lifting and fitness room that is open to the public from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday through April 28, 2010. Those ages 14 and up can participate for the drop-in fee of $2. Keep in mind that the building will be closed for some holidays. Call the Yuma Readiness and Community Center at 373-5239 or the Parks & Recreation Office at City Hall at 373-5243 for more information.
Silversmithing
In this multi-level course, you will learn all kinds of skills including jewelry design and construction. It is sure to be a creative experience. Drop-ins are allowed, but it is recommended that you register in advance for this popular class. Everything will take place at the North End Community Center, 160 E. 1st St., from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Session 1 runs Nov. 6 to Dec. 4.
Bark Park Rules
This week's Bark Park rule reminder: Children under the age of six are not permitted in the Bark Park due to health and safety issues. All children must be supervised carefully.
This week's Bark Park etiquette tip: Not all dogs are suited for visits to the Bark Park. Know your dog. If he or she has behavior problems as they relate to humans or other dogs, please do not bring them to the dog park. Dogs that are friendly, confident, social, and outgoing are good dog park dogs. Dogs that are overbearing, obnoxious, fearful, aggressive, or reactive should NOT be taken to the Bark Park.
There are several resources in our community for dog behavior modification work and training. Contact your veterinarian for information.
The Bark Park is there for the health and enjoyment of the Yuma community and their dogs. Unlike the other parks in Yuma, the Bark Park has some unique rules that must be followed to ensure everyone's safety and maximize enjoyment. The Bark Park is located at 1705 E. Palo Verde St. in Yuma and is open from dawn until 9 p.m. every day but Tuesday.
Find more Bark Park rules on the Parks and Recreation page on the City's web site.
Take Pride In Yuma
There were 30 cases of graffiti abated this past week of Oct. 28 through Nov. 3.
The tot turf was pulled up at the playground located at West Wetlands Park. Cost of repair to taxpayers was $150.
Graffiti cleanup and vandalism currently costs the Yuma taxpayers over $200,000 per year. Please help us reduce vandalism by reporting incidences of crime to 78-Crime (782- 7463) and graffiti to the Graffiti Busters hot line, 329-2828. If you witness a crime in progress, call 911.
Tickets and Registration
Tickets to Art Center, Historic Theatre or Civic Center events can be purchased by phone, in person or online. The Art Center and theatre box office is located at 254 S. Main St., or call 373-5202. The Civic Center is located at 1440 W. Desert Hills Drive just off Avenue A at 36th Street, or call 373-5040. Tickets to shows at both locations are online at www.YumaAZ.gov/events.
Register for Parks and Recreation events, activities, classes, etc. online at www.YumaAZ.gov/ParksAndRecreation. Call 373-5200, or stop by the Parks and Recreation office on the first floor of City Hall, One City Plaza (between 1st and Madison avenues at Giss Parkway) between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. every other Friday (closed alternating Fridays).
For More Information
For further information, please contact Greg Hyland, CPM, the City of Yuma's Director of Communications & Public Affairs at (928) 373-5023 or by e-mail or Dave Nash, City of Yuma Public Affairs Coordinator at (928) 373-5015 or by e-mail.
