Parks & Recreation Update for July 15, 2010
Date:
07/15/2010 (Last updated: 07/19/2010)Summary:
Weekly Parks & Recreation Update: Summer Six Pac 'Same Time' Wows Audiences; Swimmer 'Free-Dom'; Hoops, Both 3-on-3 And OutdoorsContact:
Summer Six Pac 'Same Time' Wows Audiences; Swimmer 'Free-Dom'; Hoops, Both 3-on-3 And Outdoors
Last Chance For 'Same Time Next Year' At Theatre's Summer Six Pac
Six-plus weeks of great local theater continue at the Historic Yuma Theatre, 254 S. Main St., when Yuma Community Theater presents the final three shows of "Same Time, Next Year" at 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The wonderful performances by Adriana Tansey and Pat Quinn during opening weekend had audiences, under the direction of Cathy Abarno, had audiences asking "Might this be the best local theater performance Yuma has seen?" This weekend it's your chance: Tickets for reserved seats are $9 each per adult; 13 and under get in for $6 each. Call (928) 373-5202, click on www.yumaaz/gov/events or stop by the Yuma Art Center and Historic Yuma Theatre at 254 S. Main St. Then get make plans to return for:
"Moon Over Buffalo" July 22-24 and July 29-31, Presented by 5 Point Theater Company
Also, Infinite Imagination Youth Theater present "Anne of Green Gables" Aug. 6-7 - tickets for this show are just $5 each!
Free Open Swim Gets 'Free-Er'
Thanks to the generous sponsorships of two local organizations, members of the Yuma community can cool off for free at Marcus Pool, 5th Street and 5th Avenue. Yuma Rotary Club has sponsored Free Tuesdays from noon to 2 p.m. Beginning July 22, Immaculate Conception Church will sponsor Free Thursdays from noon to 2 p.m. This will continue through August 5. For more information, call the Parks and Recreation office at 373-5243.
'Night Owls' Play Hoops 3-on-3 ...
The Night Owl 3 on 3 basketball tournament is taking place on Wednesday, July 21 at the Cibola High School Gold Gym, 20th Street at Avenue C. Registration will be taken on site from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m., with the tournament starting at 7 p.m. There are two divisions to choose from, including 15 and under and 18 and under. Registration is $15 per team and awards are given to champions and runners-up.
... And Outdoor Hoops Players Will Have A New Court
Thanks to a grass-roots effort, including APS and the Phoenix Suns, a regulation-size basketball court is coming to Winsor Rotary Park, 20th Street and 34th Drive. Yuma Parks and Rec will maintain the park, located on the east side of the grounds. During construction, please excuse possible disruptions in the use of the walking path, and please respect construction fencing. The dedication, open to the public, is currently scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Aug. 3.
Water Sports - Truly Cool Fun
Ever hear of water hockey? How about water polo, or sharks and minnows? These games and many more are on the agenda for the fourth session of Water Sports. Located at the Valley Aquatic Center, this program runs 9 to 9:45 a.m. July 19-30 for ages 13-15; 10 to 10:45 a.m. for ages 11-12; and 11 to 11:45 a.m. for ages 8-10. Registration is $20 for City residents and $30 for nonresidents. Water Sports are filling up quickly - register soon.
Learn To Inline Skate
The time has finally come for this summer's first learn-to-skate inline skate clinic. Children ages 5-15 are welcome to attend Session I, which runs 6 to 7:30 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays from July 19 through August 4 at the Yuma Civic Center. Registration is just $5 per child; call 941-1424 for more information.
Pop Art - Where That Which Was Tasty Becomes Fun
Who knew what kind of artistic masterpieces your tot could create from those used (but cleaned!) popsicle sticks? Ages 3-5 can play in this quirky class. It will take place at the Clymer Recreation Center on Orange Avenue from 10:45 a.m. to noon July 19-22. Registration is $18 for City residents and $28 for nonresidents. Call 373-5243 for fee information and to register.
Scuba-Dooba-Doo On The Open Water
Open Water Scuba is perfect for the ocean enthusiast. Start off in the classroom and pool learning the basics and getting comfortable with the equipment. Then move to the open water and explore the wonders of the world beneath the surface. Orientation is Wednesday, July 21 at 6 p.m., followed by four classroom sessions, two pool sessions and two open water dives. Registration is $199 per person or $298.50 if you sign up with a buddy. For more specific dates and times or any other questions, call 373-5243.
Tiny Tumblers Twist And Twirl
Tiny Tumblers, Yuma's very own gymnastics class for the little ones, is for potty-trained 3-to-5 year-olds and session two, June 28 through July 8, still has a few spots available. The classes run Monday through Friday and you have two times to choose from: Noon to 1:30 p.m. or 1:30 to 3 p.m.
A Luau Joins Summer Specials At Desert Hills
Putter Inn, the restaurant at Desert Hills Golf Course, is running their fabulous specials all summer long. Every Wednesday from 2 p.m. until close, enjoy $2 off any burger on the menu. Every Friday noon until close, take in an all-you-can-eat Fish Fry for $9.99. Drop by for a serene lunch and try out a daily special which could be anything from lobster chowder to a gourmet grilled ham and cheese sandwich!
Desert Hills is also hosting a Luau 6 to 9 p.m. July 23 featuring an authentic Hawaiian buffet for $20. Please purchase tickets in advance; for more information, please call Rita at 373-5231.
Places We're Making Better
The Parks Division is updating the landscaping on the northeast corner of the Heritage Branch of the Yuma County Library District, 3rd Street and 3rd Avenue. Desert landscaping is being installed in preparation for a statue donated by the Mexican Consulate. That planted area will have an enhanced appearance suited to that corner.
In the West Wetlands, Parks Crews are clearing invasive vegetation. This will not only make areas more accessible, but it will also create safer habitats for native species.
Take Pride In Yuma
There were 45 cases of graffiti abated the week of July 7-13; this compares with 38 the prior week.
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.
