Activity Guide Proudly serving residents for 100 years CITY OF ABILENE RECREATION & SENIOR SERVICES JUNE AUGUST 2014

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1 Activity Guide Proudly serving residents for 100 years CITY OF ABILENE RECREATION & SENIOR SERVICES JUNE AUGUST 2014 Late Night Basketball Page 7 Rose Park 100th Birthday Party Page 4 Photo Contest Page 6 Summer Camps Page 5 Movies in the Park Page 8 Rose Park Pool Page

2 WELCOME/TABLE OF CONTENTS INSIDE THIS ISSUE Staff Contacts 3 Recreation Facilities 3 Special Events 4-8 Classes 9-10 Athletics and Leagues 11 Active Adults Rose Park Tennis Center 14 Adaptive Recreation Services 15 Teen Programming 16 Parks Bucks 16 CLASS REGISTRATIONS Registration fees must be paid in advance to ensure enrollment in the class or activity. Registration can be completed the first day of the class unless there is a pre-registration date listed. In person registration at the Community Services Office (633 Walnut) or online at If a class is canceled, a full refund will be issued. Refunds will be issued if staff is notified prior to the 2nd day of class. A $5.00 service charge will apply. FACILITY RENTALS The City of Abilene has several facilities that are available for rent. For more information, please call Reservations can be made at the Community Services Office. WELCOME As you and your family prepare for the summer, we hope that you will take part in some of the wonderful events during the upcoming months. Our staff is working hard to provide you the best recreation opportunities by creating a mix of your old favorites with new events and leagues. Our goal is to have something exciting for every member of the family. Please be sure to visit any of our Recreation/Senior facilities or one of the City s 31 Parks. We strive to provide Abilene s residents with outstanding programs and quality customer service. We look forward to serving you and your families this summer. Sincerely, James W. Childers Director of Community Services ASSOCIATIONS The City of Abilene Parks and Recreation Division is a proud member of the following organizations: National Recreation & Park Association Texas Recreation & Park Society Texas Association on Aging Program Texas Amateur Athletic Federation Texas Public Pool Council $$$ MONEY $$$ The Recreation Division is always on the lookout for individuals who are interested in teaching a class. If you have a particular skill/talent and would like to earn extra money then please contact Donnie at HOLIDAY CLOSINGS All Senior and Recreation Centers will be closed on the following dates: Friday, July 4th 2

3 FACILITIES/CONTACT INFORMATION ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF James W. Childers, Director Community Services Lesli Andrews, Asst Director Community Services Jeff White, Recreation/Senior Services Administrator Richard Rodgers, Parks Division Manager Donnie Hart, Recreation Supervisor Anita Vigil, Programs Supervisor PARKS & RECREATION BOARD Gail Russey, Chair Leroy King Jeff Goodin Robyn Wertheim Gary Grubbs Julie Napier Leigh Black SENIOR ADVISORY BOARD Leroy King, Chair Harriet Conner Eddie Hodges Emory Walton Cynthia Cooke Joe Lopez Linda Rutledge Jane Vancil CESAR CHAVEZ SOUTH PARK RECREATION CENTER Cesar Chavez South Park Recreation Center will permanently close its doors on Monday, August 18. For more information please call (325) UPCOMING EVENTS After-School Registration - August Dualthalon - September Fall Festival - October Thanksgiving Party - November Fall Activity Guide - August RECREATION FACILITIES Community Services Offices 633 Walnut St am to 5pm Monday through Friday G.V. Daniels Recreation Center 541 North 8th am-9pm Mon, Tue, Thu 9am-6pm Wed, Fri Justin Whiteley, Recreation Coordinator Jennifer Silvas, Recreation Specialist Cobb Park Recreation Center 2302 State Street am-9pm Mon, Tue, Thu 9am-6pm Wed, Fri Ann Hall, Recreation Coordinator Rose Park Recreation Center 2605 South 7th pm-9pm Mon, Tue, Thu 2pm-6pm Wed, Fri Al Flores, Recreation Coordinator Blake Goss, Recreation Specialist Rose Park Tennis Center 2609 South 7th Chris Redmon, Tennis Professional Rose Park Senior Center 2625 South 7th :30am-4pm Monday-Friday Janet Whisenhunt, Program Supervisor Julie Sartor, Program Supervisor Laura Holbrook, Program Worker Sears Recreation Center 2250 Ambler am-9pm Mon, Tue, Thu 9am-6pm Wed, Fri Steve Miller, Recreation Coordinator Jazmyn Gindratt, Recreation Specialist Cesar Chavez South Park Recreation Center 1002 Cherry am-9pm Mon, Tue, Thu 9am-6pm Wed, Fri Lucas Schmidt, Recreation Specialist Adaptive Recreation Services 2609 South 7th am-3pm Monday through Friday Barbara Liggett, Center Supervisor Kay Cooper, Recreation Specialist John Martinez, Program Worker 3

4 100 Oscar Rose Park Birthday Party DATE Saturday, July 12 LOCATION Oscar Rose Park COST FREE ROSE PARK 100TH BIRTHDAY PARTY Here are a few of the events scheduled. Times may change. As the event draws closer a finalized schedule will be posted at 7:30am 9am 10:30am 11:30am 1pm 1pm 1pm 1pm 2pm 4pm 4pm 6pm 6:30pm 7pm 8:45pm Fun Run/Walk in the Park Facility Tours Guest Speakers Lunch begins Rose Park Pool Opens Facility Tours Sign Rose Birthday Card Learn to play Bocce Ball Recreation Dunk Tank Cut Birthday Cake Bounce Houses open Skate Park Demonstration Dance at Adaptive Recreation Live Entertainement at the Amphitheatre Movie in the Park The Lego Movie For more information please call

5 summer playground camp DATES & TIMES Mon-Fri 7:30am to 5:30pm COSTS Session I June 9 through June 27 Option 1 $78 (pay as you go field trips, snowcones & swimming) Option 2 $108 (includes cost of field trips, snowcones & swimming) *No refunds/credits for Option 2 Session II June 30 through July 25 Option 1 $97 (pay as you go field trips, snowcones & swimming) Option 2 $137 (includes cost of field trips, snowcones & swimming) *No refunds/credits for Option 2 Session III July 28 through August 15 Option 1 $78 (pay as you go field trips, snowcones & swimming) Option 2 $108 (includes cost of field trips, snowcones & swimming) *No refunds/credits for Option 2 Cost includes 1 (one) t-shirt per child Afternoon snack Free breakfast & lunch (provided by AISD) PARTICIPANTS Open to ages 6 through 13. PROGRAM LOCATIONS South Park Recreation Center Cobb Recreation Center G.V. Daniels Recreation Center Rose Recreation Center Sears Recreation Center Jackson Elementary (Session I & II Only) Summer Playground Program is a fun filled camp that has structured games, arts and crafts activities, gym games, and more. REGISTRATION INFORMATION Register online at Please contact the Community Services Office at to receive your username and password. Register in person at the Community Services Office, located at 633 Walnut. TOP 5 REASONS FOR CHILDREN TO ATTEND THE SUMMER PLAYGROUND CAMP! 1. Spend their day being physically active 2. Experience new things 3. Unplug from technology 4. Develop life-long skills 5. Make new friends 5

6 parks and recreation contests Want a chance to win a $100 gift card? July is Parks and Recreation month, the staff is hosting two separate photo contests for our residents. We encourage people to get out and enjoy our Parks and Recreation facilities. Contest 1 1. Submit a photo of yourself or family member enjoying a City of Abilene Park and/ or Recreation Center. 2. Complete the following phrase, My Abilene Parks and Recreation is 3. Sumit photo and tag line to RecreationContest@abilenetx.com Contest ends on July 1, Random winner will receive a $100 gift card. All photographs submitted by the contestant become the property of the City of Abilene, will not be returned to contestant, and may be used for promotional purposes. By entering the contest, the contestant agrees to these terms and conditions and releases the City of Abilene for any use of the photographs. Contest 2 1. Submit your photos to RecreationContest@abilenetx.com of yourself or family completing at least FOUR (4) of the following tasks. Pose with a character at Everman Park Play with your four legged friend at the Dog Park Cool off at the Splash Pad Check out the birds at SeaBee Park Celebrate Rose Park s 100th Birthday Party Take a photo of the Waterfall at Minter Park Enjoy the lake at Lake Kirby Park Play on the playground at Redbud Park Attend a ballgame anywhere in the City Throw a frisbee at Cal Young Park or Will Hair Park Contest starts on July 1, 2014 and ends on July 21, Random winner receive a $100 gift card. All photographs submitted by the contestant become the property of the City of Abilene, will not be returned to contestant, and may be used for promotional purposes. By entering the contest, the contestant agrees to these terms and conditions and releases the City of Abilene for any use of the photographs

7 ,pre DATES Saturday, May 31 from 1pm to 6pm Sunday, June 1 from 1pm to 6pm June 3 through August 17 the hours will be Tuesday through Sunday from 1pm to 6pm LOCATION Rose Park Pool 2642 South 9th COST $2 for ages 15 and under $4 for ages 16 and older RENTALS Rose Park Pool is available for rentals. For prices and availability, please call the Community Service Office at rose park pool Stevenson Pool will not be open for the 2014 season. Lace up your basketball shoes for a fun summer of basketball. Motivational speakers will be scheduled prior to the first game. Referees and uniforms will be provided. DATE Tryouts: June 3 and June 5 Games will begin Tuesday, June 10 No games on July 1 and July 3 LOCATION Daniels Recreation Center COST FREE AGES Open to boys ages late night basketball 7

8 DATE & LOCATION Friday, June 6 at Action Sports Zone (1633 Cottonwood) Hunger Game - Catching Fire This movie is rated PG-13 Movie will start at Dusk (around 8:45pm) FREE to attend DATE & LOCATION Saturday, July 12 at Rose Park The Lego Movie This movie is rated PG Movie will start at Dusk (around 8:45pm) FREE to attend DATE & LOCATION Friday, August 8 at Redbud Park The Nut Job This movie is rated PG Movie will start at Dusk (around 8:45pm) FREE to attend Nelson Splash Pad is open Photo courtesy of Abilene Reporter News 8

9 CLASS INFORMATION DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES All classes are held at Cobb Recreation Center and will be taught by Stephanie DeYoung. The class minimum is 5 participants. A supply list will be provided at the first class. Children are welcome to participate with parental supervision and assistance. PUPPY KINDERGARTEN This class will focus on basic obedience using positive reinforcement techniques. Puppies ages 10 weeks to 5 months are eligible. Tue, June 10 through Tue, July 22 6:30pm to 7:30pm $65/residents $68/non-residents BEGINNING DOG OBEDIENCE This class will focus on basic obedience for dogs 5 months and older. Class focuses on basic obedience and a variety of common training problems. Tue, June 10 through Tue, July 22 7:45pm to 8:45pm $65/residents $68/non-residents No dogs on the first night of class. Please bring proof of required shots ZUMBA Join us for a Latin and international dance fitness class with a little bit of hip hop. You can burn from 500 to over 1000 calories based on your intensity. Classes begin on the 1st Monday of the month. Classes will be held at Rose Park Recreation Center Mon, Tue, Thu 6:30pm to 7:30pm $40/residents $43/non-residents Drop-in: $7 per class AIKIDO Students will learn to blend with an attack to re-direct the force, use throws and joint locking techniques to neutralize an attacker. Class starts on the 1st Tuesday of each month. Instructor: Ken Mills. Class minimum is 3. Classes will be held at South Park Recreation Center. Tue & Thu 6:30pm to 8:30pm $33/residents $36/non-residents FIT CAMP Join us for a FREE indoor fit camp, sponsored by Herbalife 24 Fit. This camp is a 4 week challenge which features a variety of exercises, full body analysis, a personalized diet plan, Fitness Evaluation and more. All fitness levels are welcome. Classes at Daniels Recreation Center Tue & Thu 5:30am to 6:30am 6pm to 7pm Sat 9:30am Classes at Rose Park Recreation Center Mon, Wed, Fri 5:30am to 6:30am 6:30pm to 7:30pm 9

10 CLASS INFORMATION COUNTRY & WESTERN DANCE Students will learn the Texas Two-Step, Waltz, Polka, Schottische, Cotton-Eyed Joe and more. Class lasts for 7 weeks. Instructor: Dave Barber. Class minimum is 10. Monday class is held at Cobb Recreation Center Beginner Class Mon, June 9 through Mon, July 21 6:30pm to 8pm Residents $33/single $45/couple Non-residents $36/single $51/couple Beginner Class Mon, August 4 through Mon, Sept 22 6:30pm to 8pm No Class on September 2 Residents $33/single $45/couple Non-residents $36/single $51/couple BALLROOM DANCING Students will learn the Fox Trot, Waltz, Swing and Latin Dances. Class will go for 4 weeks. Instructor: Virginia Zak. Class minimum is 5. Class is held at Cobb Recreation Center Sat, June 7 through June 28 1:30pm to 3pm Residents $45/single $70/couple Non-residents $48/single $76/couple Thu, June 5 through June 26 6:30pm to 8pm Residents $45/single $70/couple Non-residents $48/single $76/couple 42 TOURNAMENT This tournament is sanctioned by the national 42 Association. Must provide partners. Cash prizes are awarded. Interested parties must pre-register by Friday, August 22. A pre-tournament will be held on Friday, August 29 at 6pm. The pre-tournament is $10 to enter and cash prizes will be distributed at the end. To register or for more information, please contact Laura at or laura.holbrook@abilenetx. com. Tournament will be held at Rose Park Senior Center. Sat, August 30 Residents $20/person 8am MEDICAL CODING CLASSES Class is held at Cobb Recreation Center and will be taught by Virginia Zak. Class minimum is 5 participants. Want more information about these classes or a career in Medical Coding? For more information, please call Virginia at INTRO TO MEDICAL BILLING This class will familiarize you with the different kinds of billing for medical insurance. Certificates of completion will be awarded to participants. Sat, June 14 9am to 12pm $55/residents $58/non-residents Please be the lookout in our Fall Activity Guide for our new Medical Coding Classes AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE Students will be introduced to the basics of sign language. Students will need to purchase the book American Sign Language Phrase Book 3rd edition by Lou Fant and Barbara Fant. Instructor: Katherine Ballard. Class minimum is 5. Classes will be held at Chavez Recreation Center. Tue, June 3 through Tue, July 8 $60 Residents $63/non-residents 7pm to 8:30pm $$$ EXTRA MONEY $$$ The Recreation Division is always on the lookout for individuals who are interested in teaching a class. If you have a particular skill/talent and would like to earn extra money then please contact Donnie at CLASS REGISTRATIONS To register for any classes, please visit the Community Services Office, located at 633 Walnut. For more information please call

11 ATHLETIC LEAGUE INFORMATION For questions regarding athletic leagues, please call Donnie Hart at (325) or WOMEN S BASKETBALL LEAGUE Open to women 18 and older. Cost is $300 per team. Registration deadline is July 11. RACQUETBALL Sears Recreation Center has two racquetball courts that are free to use during operational hours. To reserve a court, please call OPEN BASKETBALL & VOLLEYBALL NIGHTS Please contact each Recreation Center for open nights and times. LACROSSE Lacrosse is the fastest growing sport in Texas. Come and learn how to play this fun and exciting game. Classes are held at Chavez Recreation Center Mon, (ages 7 to 13) Mon, (ages 14 and up) 6pm to 7pm 7pm to 8pm BASKETBALL OFFICIATING CLASS Are you interested in becoming a basketball referee? Learn the basic principles of rules, terminology, and mechanics. Classes will include guest speakers, lecture, video break down, and court time. Fees include mesh officiating shirt and whistle. Classes will be held at the G.V. Daniels Recreation Center. Tue, June 10 through Tue, July 15 $40/residents $45/non-residents 6pm to 7pm MEN S FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE Open to men 18 and older. Cost is $400 per team. Registration deadline is Sept 19. MEN S FLAG FOOTBALL REFEREES We are seeking Flag Football officials to referee for the Men s Flag Football League. The pay is $30 per game. For more information, please call Donnie Hart at MEN S BASKETBALL LEAGUE Open to men 18 and older. Cost is $300 per team. Registration deadline is August 1. YOUTH GIRLS VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Open to girls ages 9 to 12. The league will be two different divisions (9-10 and 11-12). League will consist of 2 weeks of practices and games followed by an end of season tournament. Games will be held on Saturday s. Cost is $45 per person, which includes team jersey, knee pads and trophy. Registration deadline is September 12. BEGINNER BASKETBALL CLINIC This clinic is designed to teach youth (ages 10-13) the fundamentals and basics of basketball. Clinic instructor is Jazmyn Gindratt. This clinic will be at Sears Recreation Center. Tue, June 17 through Tue, July 22 $35/residents $40/non-residents Tue, July 29 through Tue, Sept 2 $35/residents $40/non-residents 6pm to 7:30pm 6pm to 7:30pm INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED BASKETBALL CLINIC This clinic will introduce the player (ages 14-18) to the competitive realm of basketball. This clinic will enhance the player s skill level by using advanced drills, game-like situations, and strategies. Clinic instructor is Jazmyn Gindratt. The clinic will be at Sears Recreation Center. Tue, June 17 through Tue, July 22 $35/residents $40/non-residents Tue, July 29 through Tue, Sept 2 $35/residents $40/non-residents 7:30pm to 9pm 7:30pm to 9pm 1 hour of racquetball will burn about 500 calories

12 SENIOR ACTIVE CITIZEN ADULTS ACTIVITIES FUN ACTIVITIES BINGO Thu at 10am Fri at 10am Fri at 10:30am COMPUTER CLASSES See staff for information Rose Park Daniels, Sears Cobb GOSPEL SINGING Date Mon at 10am Sears Tue at 10am Rose Park KARAOKE Tue at 5pm BUNCO Wed at 12:45pm GAME NIGHT Thu at 5:30pm Rose Park Rose Park Rose MOVIE TIME 1st/3rd Mon at 1pm Daniels 2nd/4th Wed at 1pm Cobb 3rd Fri at 1pm Rose DOMINOES Thu at 6:30pm Daniels ARTS/CRAFTS ACTIVITIES ARTS AND CRAFTS Tue at 10am Daniels CERAMIC CLASS Fri at 9:45am Rose Park ART CLASSES Tue at 1pm Rose Park Cost: $55/residents $59/non-residents Wed at 1pm Rose Park Cost: $55/residents $59/non-residents CROCHET CLASS Tue, Thu at 9am Rose Park FITNESS ACTIVITIES BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS 1st/3rd Mon at 10am Sears Tue at 10am Rose 1st/3rd Wed at 10:30am Daniels 2nd Thu at 10:30am Cobb STRETCH N FLEX Mon, Wed, Fri at 9am Rose Park STRENGTH AND BALANCE Mon, Wed, Fri at 10am Rose Park Tue, Thu at 10:30am Sears AEROBICS Mon, Wed, Fri at 9:40am Rose Park WALK FOR FUN Tue, Thu at 9:50am Rose Park MOVE A LITTLE Mon, Wed, Fri at 10:30am Rose Park WALKING Mon-Fri at 10am Daniels, Sears STRETCH CLASS Mon, Thu at 10am Cobb, Daniels CARDIO TRAINING Mon-Fri at 9am Daniels Mon-Fri at 9:30am Sears Mon-Fri at 8:30am Rose TAI CHI Mon,Fri at 12:45am Rose ALL CLASSES AND EVENTS ARE FREE, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

13 SENIOR ACTIVE CITIZEN ADULTS ACTIVITIES THURSDAY NIGHT DANCES Cost Thu at 7pm Rose Park $5 1st Thursday: Mitch & Betty w/country Classics 2nd Thursday: Cross Country/Silver Linings 3rd Thursday: Midnight Blue 4th Thursday: Muddy Creek 5th Thursday: To Be Determined 2 STEP DANCE CLASSES Wed at 12:45pm Rose Park LONE STAR STEPPERS Tue, Thu at 8:30am Rose Park Mon at 1:45pm HULA DANCING Rose Park INTERMEDIATE LINE DANCE Thu at 1pm Rose Park SENIOR TALENT SHOW SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 at 2PM Civic Center $5/person Auditions for the Talent Show will be held on Friday, July 11 and Friday, July 18 from 4pm to 6pm at Rose Park Senior Center. The Senior Talent show is open to Senior Citizens ages 55 and older. This show is a wonderful opportunity to display talents. Proceeds from the admission will go towards programs benefitting senior citizens in Abilene. MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION The City of Abilene Senior Services Division offers Medical transportation for citizens 60 and older. The fee is donation based. Participants must be able to walk to and from the car without assistance. Stops include medical, appointments, prescriptions and more. Service is available Monday through Thursday from 9am to 1:30pm. For more information, please call DAILY MEAL A delicious and nutritious meal that exceeds 1/3 the minimum daily requirement is served Monday - Friday from 11:30am to 12:15pm. The meal is served at Four (4) Centers. Special or therapeutic diets are available with a physician s order. Senior Citizens age 60 and older are eligible to eat on a donation basis, suggested donation is $2.50. For 60 years and under lunch will cost $3.50. Monthly menu is posted on our website at TRANSPORTATION City of Abilene offers transportation by donation for senior citizens 60 and older. Transportation is to and from one of the four (4) Senior Centers. Senior Citizens will be picked up from their home and brought to the Senior Center for activities and lunch. They will be returned home following lunch. Bi-monthly, after lunch, transportation is provided to a local grocery store. City bus drivers will assist in loading and unloading your purchases. This service is free of charge, however donations are accepted. Please call to schedule transportation

14 ROSE PARK TENNIS CENTER Rose Park Tennis Center 810 Portland MEMBERSHIPS Juniors: $75 Adult: $100 Family: $150 Benefits include: No Court Fees, ($2.50 per person for non-members); 10% discount on Pro Shop merchandise; 3 Day Advance reservation by phone and more. SHOP HOURS 9am to 9pm Monday through Thursday 9am to pm Friday 9am to 5pm Saturday 1pm to 5pm Sunday PRIVATE TENNIS LESSON To reserve lesson times please call BALL MACHINE RENTAL The ball machine rents for $10 hour for members and $15 hour for non-members. Annual ball machine membership is $100 for members and $150 for non-members. To reserve the machine, please call CLASSES All classes are held at Rose Park Tennis Center. Fees are paid weekly RED/ORANGE BALL BEGINNER CLASSES (AGES 4-10) Thur 6pm to 7pm Wed 9am to 10am $10/members $12.50/non-members ORANGE/GREEN BALL BEGINNER CLASSES (AGES 7-11) Tues 5:30pm to 6:30pm Fri 10am to 11am $10/members $12.50/non-members HOMESCHOOL GROUP Wed 10am to 11am $10/members $12.50/non-members ADULT USTA LEAGUE PLAY AND TOURNAMENTS Call the Pro Shop at for more information. Rose Park Tennis Center TIER 1 (WEEKLY CAMPS) This class is for beginner players with emphasis on stroke production and the fundamentals. Mon - Thur 11am to 2:30pm $75/week members $100/week non-members $25/day members $35/day non-members TIER 2 & 3 (WEEKLY CAMPS) This class is for the Tournament player looking for more practice and match play to get to the next level. Mon - Thur 11am to 2:30pm $75/week members $100/week non-members $25/day members $35/day non-members Camps begins on Monday, June 2 To register please call the Tennis Center at

15 ADAPTIVE RECREATION SERVICES Adaptive Recreation Services 2609 South 7th Hours: 9am to 3:30pm GOAL The Adaptive Recreation Services (ARS) mission is to provide specialized leisure and adaptive recreational activities for persons with disabilities. FEE The program fee is $32 per month. ACTIVITIES The ARS Program offers a wide variety of activities that include Classes, Special Olympics, Dances, Free Lunch Program, Field Trips, Fitness Classes, Arts and Crafts, and more. ELIGIBILITY Participants must be school age, and adults that have a diagnosis of cognitive and/or physically challenged. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ARS is looking for volunteers interested in assisting individuals with disabilities in recreation programs. MONTHLY CALENDARS ARS publicizes a monthly calendar of activities for individuals with disabilities of all ages. Please call and have your name added to our mailing list. SPECIAL OLYMPIC OPPORTUNITIES ARS offers programs for Special Olympic athletes. Sports and months are as follows: January & February: Basketball March & April: Track & Field July through September: Bocce August through October: Bowling

16 TEEN PROGRAMMING Teen Nights These programs are designed to create a safe and fun environment for teens, ages 11 to 18. These teen groups meet to discuss upcoming fundraisers, community projects, and enjoy free time to socialize. Daniels Recreation Center Cobb Recreation Center Cobb Park Crew Tue 6pm to 9pm 2nd & 4th Tue 6pm to 7:30pm Volunteer Program The Teen Volunteer Program is an opportunity for your youth to learn different skills to better prepare for future employment. The program will cover completion of job applications, interviewing techniques, job responsibility, and much more. The program will include guest speakers will discuss what employers are looking for in their employees. Participants will also complete an internship with the City of Abilene working with staff in our Summer Playground Program. If you have a Teen (ages 14-18), interested in aquiring employment skills and volunteering for the summer, then please contact Justin Whiteley at PARK BUCKS Did you know that Park Bucks help support your Parks and Recreation system by providing funds that are specifically earmarked for improvements to the City s Parks and Recreation Centers? Since 1987, your donations to the Park Bucks program have paid for nearly $700,000 worth of park improvements! To contribute $1.00 each month on your water bill, please provide your name and the water billing address you want the donation applied to below and return this form with your water payment. You also have the options of mailing this completed form without a payment to P.O. Box 3479 Abilene, TX or sending it to us electronically to CommServices@abilenetx.com. Name: Address: Account Number: Zip Code: Phone Number: