Parks & Recreation Update for February 4, 2010
Date:
02/04/2010 (Last updated: 02/08/2010)Summary:
Weekly Parks & Recreation update.Contact:
Creative Playground Open During Renaissance Faire; Shade Coming To Sanguinetti Playground; "Fearless" Women's Workshop Saturday; Great Yuma Road Race; Jams Presents "Just Dance"
West Wetlands Is Site For Renaissance Faire; Creative Playground Open
The Yuma West Wetlands is the site for the Two Rivers Renaissance Faire on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with the fair opening its gates 10 a.m. Friday. Entertainers from around the world will perform on four stages, plus booths will have interesting and unique items for sale. More information is available by calling (928) 580-6704 or visiting the Two River's Renaissance Faire web site. (This link will take you to an external website that is not part of the City of Yuma official website.)
Because the fair will take up most of the park, most West Wetlands park amenities will be closed to the general public. The Stewart Vincent Wolfe Creative Playground will remain open; however, patrons must access the park using the 22nd Avenue entrance. The park will re-open for other uses on Monday.
Shade Coming To Sanguinetti
Parks and Recreation begins installing a shade structure for the large playground located at Sanguinetti Memorial Park, 22nd Street and 8th Avenue on Monday. There will be no access to the playground during construction, which is anticipated to be complete on or about Feb. 27.
This will bring the total number of shade-covered City playground structures to 10, and parents are encouraged to take their children to a City park. "Incorporating daily activity and exercise is important for both adults and children. Providing protected play spaces within our community provides an extra layer of safety," said Yuma Parks and Recreation Director Becky Chavez.
"Fearless" Women's Self-Defense Classes – Saturday Only
Leading self-defense specialist Paul Henry Danylewich brings this powerful workshop to Yuma for one day only, Feb. 6 at Clymer Recreation Center, 553 S. Orange Ave. This class, geared towards women and teen girls, will teach assertion and confidence through real life demonstrations. Participants report positive results, calling it well worth the $26 cost. There are two classes to choose from: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. On-site registration is available; however, arrive early because once classes are full no one else will be admitted. Girls ages 12-17 must be accompanied by a female adult. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and socks.
"Just Dance" – Jams Dance Studio And Guests
The talented dancers from JAMS Dance Studio will be dancing up a storm 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6 at the Historic Yuma Theatre as they present "Just Dance" – a high-energy, fun show featuring all styles of dance from jazz, tap, and ballet to modern, hip-hop, and lyrical. In addition to the JAMS dancers special guests will perform including the San Luis Snake Charmers, Yuma Ballet Theatre, and Arizona Classical Ballet. Tickets are $8 at the Yuma Art Center, 254 S. Main St., Yuma Civic Center, 1440 W. Desert Hills Drive, the Parks & Recreation office on the first floor of City Hall, and online at www.YumaAZ.gov/events. For further information, call 373-5202.
Senior Games Under Way
More than 30 different events are scheduled for this year's Senior Games, Jan. 15 through Feb. 25. Registration fee is $9; it includes a Senior Games T-shirt (while supplies last), opening ceremonies, picnic lunch, and the novelty events that are held opening day along with an end of the games potluck lunch and slide show. Also, a fee of $5 per event is required for each event for which you register. Senior Games are open to individuals age 50 and up. For more information and to register, stop in at the Parks & Recreation office or call 373-5243.
Great Yuma Road Race
Race in front of a real Olympic-style audience! The Great Yuma Road Race which starts just before the Rodeo Parade and follows the route down 4th Avenue will take place at 8:15 a.m. sharp on Saturday, Feb. 13. The first 200 people registered will receive a free T-shirt. The cost is $12 in advance and $14 on site. For more information, call 373-5243.
Be My Valentine - Adaptive Rec
Adaptive Rec folks: Do you have a special someone you would like to do something special for? Maybe a friend or family member? Well, here’s your chance to make Valentine gifts along with enjoying dinner and dancing too. The fun will take place 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12 at the Martin L. King Neighborhood Center, 3rd Street and 13th Avenue. The fee is $9 for City residents. This is an Adaptive Recreation event. Call 373-5243 to register.
Rodeo Round-Up
Children ages 6 to 12 are invited to join us as we serve a cowboy supper, make cowboy hats, and turn on the music for some two-stepping. The fun begins at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19 at the Clymer Recreation Center for $11 per person. Call 373-5243 to register.
Fortuna Wash Family Hike
This hike is perfect for the whole family ages 5 and up. Come and join our guides as we trek through Fortuna Wash at 8 a.m. Saturday, March 6. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes and bring sunscreen. Transportation will be provided to the hiking spot from the Yuma Readiness & Community Center. The fee is just $5. Call 373-5243 to register.
"Reading Rocks" Book Fair To Benefit Art Center
The Yuma Art Center and Barnes & Noble Booksellers will sponsor the "Reading Books" Book Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13 at Barnes & Noble, 819 W. 32nd St. A percentage of the sales made during the book fair will be donated to the Yuma Art Center. Puppet shows will be presented throughout the day and kids can make their own puppets to take home. Please come and show your support for the arts in Yuma. For more information, call 373-5202.
Bark Park Rules
This week's Bark Park etiquette tip: When and after arriving at the Bark Park, it is very important to be considerate of surrounding neighbors. Please do not block driveways or sidewalks. People who park illegally may be ticketed. Please keep noise down to the extent possible. Always pick up your trash and your dog’s waste and put it in a garage receptacle. If you see anyone at the Bark Park breaking the rules of the park, please email your complaint to the Parks & Recreation department .
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.
Take Pride In Yuma
There were 102 cases of graffiti abated the week of Jan. 27 through Feb. 2.
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.
