Parks & Recreation Update for March 4, 2010
Date:
03/05/2010 (Last updated: 03/10/2010)Summary:
Weekly Parks & Recreation update.Contact:
Family Hang Time; "March On" City Finals; The Duttons; Disc Golf; St. Patrick’s Theme Activities
March On City Finals
The Calling all runners and walkers! The March-On City Finals will take place at the West Wetlands Park on March 13. The cost is $8 for pre-registration and $10 on site. This is your last chance to participate in a City race until October, so don’t hesitate! Sign up by calling 373-5243.
Luck Of The Irish
Green treats and fun surprises are on the menu at this St. Patrick’s themed workshop. Bring your tot to the Clymer Recreation Center at 1:00 pm on March 13th. The cost is $11 per child and advance registration is a must. Call 373-5243 to register.
Versatile Entertainers "The Duttons" Return
After their sellout show last year, the Duttons return to the Historic Yuma Theatre’s stage with two shows – 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, March 6. The Duttons are known as Branson’s most versatile music group. Each Dutton plays at least six different instruments during the show. They are accomplished singers and dancers. They will tickle your funny bone with heartwarming comedy. Their shows are self-produced by the family including the choreography, musical arrangement, and production resulting in what audiences describe as the entertainment experience of a lifetime. Tickets are $18 for reserved seating. Tickets may be purchased at the Yuma Art Center, 254 S Main St., Yuma Civic Center, 1440 W. Desert Hills Drive, Parks & Recreation Office at City Hall, and online at www.YumaAZ.gov/events. For further information, call 373-5202.
St. Patty's Day Canoe Trip
Enjoy a relaxing evening with family and friends as we cruise down the Colorado River in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Meet at Gateway Park at 5:30 pm on March 17 for this canoe trip. It is open to those 11 and up, or children 6 to 10 with an accompanying adult. The fee is $16 per person and there are still a few openings. Register today to guarantee your spot on this festive ride.
"Family Hang Time" March 19
At the Yuma Readiness and Community Center on March 19, Family Hang Time features games like washoes, dodge ball, and even a climbing wall. Each family will receive a large one topping pizza too. The cost is just $11 per family. The fun starts at 6 p.m. and all ages are welcome. Please register in advance; call 373-5243.
Play Disc Golf
Have some fun with Frisbee-like discs by playing a round of disc golf on our new 9-hole course at the West Wetlands Park. This game, great for all ages, can be played at almost no cost to you. Call the Parks & Recreation Office at 373-5243 to rent the discs for only $5 and a $20 refundable deposit when the discs are returned.
Senior Billiards
Don't forget that senior pool shooting is going down at the North End Community Center, 160 E. 1st St. Come on down and show off your skills Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. The drop-in fee is $1.50 ($1.00 for City residents). Monthly passes are still available. Call 373-5245 for more information.
Silversmithing At North End Community Center
The fifth session of Silversmithing – for seniors interested in jewelry design and construction – starts March 19 at the North End Community Center, across from Main Street Cinemas. Classes are held on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The drop in fee is $11. Any questions can be answered by calling 373-5245.
All The Ladies - D.I.Y.
Ladies: We want you to get down and dirty with your car! Learn how to change a tire, check the fluids, and what you need in your essential emergency safety kit. Also learn about basic traffic laws from DPS Detective Ed Aulds. Register today for this March 20th event that is being held at the Clymer Recreation Center. The fee is just $6 and this class is open to ages 16 and up.
Gil Rivera Memorial Softball Tournament
Registration is now open for this 5th annual tournament scheduled for April 17tand 18. The price is $230 per team with awards provided by Burgers & Beer and Coors Light. Games will begin each day at 8 a.m. and will be governed by ASA rules with local modifications. The deadline to enter is April 9 or sooner if all spots fill up. Don’t wait to register. Call 373-5243 for more information.
Winter Performance Season At Historic Yuma Theatre
The shows listed below start at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $19.50 per show. All seats are reserved. Tickets may be purchased at the Yuma Art Center, 254 S. Main St.; Yuma Civic Center, 1440 W. Desert Hills Drive; the Parks & Recreation office at City Hall, One City Plaza; and online at www.YumaAZ.gov/events. For more information, call 373-5202.
- Saturday, March 13 - The Irish Sopranos
- Tuesday, March 23 - 3 Redneck Tenors
- Sunday, April 11 - The Big Band Broadcast
Take Pride In Yuma
There were 103 cases of graffiti abated the week of Feb. 24 to March 2, compared to 101 the previous week.
However, significant vandalism occurred at the West Wetlands Park. Vandals sprayed painted on the entrance sign by spraying over the word “West” and writing “East” on the sign and wall. The cost for removal was $78.89.
Unknown person/persons broke a big branch off the Honey Mesquite tree at the entrance to the Stewart Wolfe Vincent Playground. This was a major break and this tree will probably need to be replaced. The cost of this vandalism was $308.86.
The next Take Pride in Yuma paint-out will take place March 27. Recruit a few friends for a few fast hours of fun beautifying a former problem area for graffiti; reserve your spot by calling (928) 373-5228.
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).
