2016 Summer Program Guide

adventuresI N C E D A R H I L L

A Parks, Recreation, & Library Guide

Summer 2016

Now Including: Library Programs & Events

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Summertime Special Events

Table of Contents

Registration Information 1

Recreation Programs 2-4

Active Seniors 5

Aquatics 6-9

Youth Athletics 10

Adult Athletics 11

Recreation Center 12

Zula B. Wylie Library 13-16

Special Events 17-18

Trails 19

Park Information 20-Inside Back

Parks and Recreation DepartmentAdministrative Offices285 Uptown Blvd. (2nd Floor)(972) 291-5130Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center310 E. Parkerville Rd. (972) 293-5288Monday - Friday 5:30am - 9:30pmSaturday 8:00am - 6:00pmSunday 1:00pm - 7:00pm

Senior Center1740 Mansfield Rd.(972) 291-5353Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pmClosed Saturday & Sunday

Crawford Park Pool401 Straus Rd.(972) 291-5318Open: 5/28 - 8/12, Closed 5/31 - 6/3Open 7 days a weekLap Swim 9:00am - 1:00pm ($1.00/person)Senior Swim 12:00pm - 1:00pm ($1.00/person)Open Swim 1:00pm - 5:45pm ($2.00/person)

Zula B. WylieLibrary225 Cedar Street(972) 291-7323Renewal Line: (972) 230-5792Monday,Tuesday & Thursday 10:00am - 9:00pmWednesday & Friday 10:00am - 6:00pmSaturday 10:00am - 5:00pmClosed Sunday

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Youth: (972) 480-5868

Adult: (214) 855-9758

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Registration Information

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Three Easy Ways to Registerfor Programs: Online at cedarhilltx.com/pard

In person at the Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center

In person at the Parks and Recreation Administrative Offices

Pre-registration is required for all programs unless otherwise listed and all fees are due at the time of registration. Please note the deadline for all programs is 3 days prior to the start of the class. All programs require a minimum number of registrants in order to operate. Programs will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Each program fee is listed in the brochure, and additional supplies might be required if noted. Cash, check, or credit card (Visa, MasterCard and American Express) are accepted.

Online Registration • Visit cedarhilltx.com/pard and click on the Register Online Icon. • Click on Create New Account or Log In (You will need your Log-In ID and Account PIN. If you do not have this information, email [email protected]). • Click on the Programs tab and search for your program by code or search by browsing through the program categories. • To view the Program times, dates, and classes, click on Show Courses. • Click on Add to select the program and add it to your cart. • Choose the Registrant who will be taking the Program. You can then Go to Checkout or Continue Shopping. • At Checkout, complete your payment information and print a receipt for registration confirmation.

Cancellation Policy • The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel any program or special event, due to low program registrations or other unforeseen circumstances. • In the event that a program is cancelled, registrants will be notified right away. • Registrants will have the option of transferring to another program or receiving a full refund applied to their account (see refund policy).

Refund/Withdrawal Policy • Withdrawals from a program will be granted when requested more than 7 days prior to the start date of the program. • There are no refunds for non-attendance, supply fees or online transaction fees. • Written documentation from your doctor must accompany any medical withdrawals. A pro-rated refund will be granted for withdrawals filed during or after the course. Medical withdrawals must be requested, with proper documentation, within a month of the program’s ending date. • To complete your withdrawal, a Refund Request Form must be completed in person at a Parks and Recreation Facility. • Fees approved through the request will be refunded to the original form of payment within 30 days of the request. Original credit card payments will be refunded to the credit card, and cash or check payments will be refunded in the form of a check.

Waitlist • Due to instructor to participant requirements, each class has a certain number of spots available. Once the program fills up, registrants have the option to be placed on a waitlist at no cost. • Program openings are filled on a first come, first serve basis. Registrants will be notified if a space becomes available or a new class is formed. • Registrant will be required to complete the course registration once notified, and payment will be due at the time of registration.

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Athletic Programs


recreation programs

AIKIA KarateAge: 5 yrs+ Fee: $30/monthChannel your energy through a combined style of American Tae-Kwon-Do and American Kenpo, while learning self-discipline, respect for others, and self-defense. Saturday 12:00-2:00pm AOK\TKO tourna-ment training included.Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times 8309 5/2 - 5/28 M/W 6:00 - 7:00 or 7:00 - 8:00pm 8312 6/1 - 6/29 M/W 6:00 - 7:00 or 7:00 - 8:00pm 8313 7/2 - 7/30 M/W 6:00 - 7:00 or 7:00 - 8:00pm 8314 8/1 - 8/31 M/W 6:00 - 7:00 or 7:00 - 8:00pm

Mini Protegé Basketball Skills Training Age: 4-6 yrs Fee: $70/month or $25/classLearn the basics of basketball such as balance, body movement, hand-eye coordination and skill development, taught by a professional skills devel-opment coach. Perfect class for developing your basketball superstar!Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times 8406 5/4 - 5/25 W 4:30 - 5:30pm 8407 6/1 - 6/29 W 4:30 - 5:30pm 8408 7/6 - 7/27 W 4:30 - 5:30pm 8409 8/3 - 8/31 W 4:30 - 5:30pm

PickleballAge: 18 yrs+ Fee: Free with Recreation Center MembershipEnjoy competitive and non-competitive play with Pickleball enthusiast. Registration not required. Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Days Times M/F 10:30am - 1:00pm Su 1:30 - 3:30pm

Cultural Arts Ballroom Swing & Latin Dancing - BeginnersAge: 17 yrs+ Monthly Fee: $80/couples, $45/individual, $15/classTwo left feet? No problem! Learn the basic patterns and proper techniques in a fun, easy-going atmo-sphere so that you will feel at ease on any dance floor. Styles include: Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, and Latin dancing. Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times 8319 5/3 - 5/31 Tu 8:00 - 9:00pm 8320 6/7 - 6/28 Tu 8:00 - 9:00pm 8321 7/5 - 7/26 Tu 8:00 - 9:00pm 8322 8/2 - 8/23 Tu 8:00 - 9:00pm

Ballroom Swing & Latin Dancing - AdvancedAge: 17 yrs+ Monthly Fee: $80/couples, $45/individual, $15/classLearn advanced patterns and proper techniques in a fun, easy-going atmosphere so that you will feel at ease on any dance floor. Styles include: Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, and Latin dancing. Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times 8324 5/3 - 5/31 Tu 7:00 - 8:00pm 8325 6/7 - 6/28 Tu 7:00 - 8:00pm 8326 7/5 - 7/26 Tu 7:00 - 8:00pm 8327 8/2 - 8/23 Tu 7:00 - 8:00pm

Blue Monarch Line DancingAge: 50 yrs+ Fee: $10/month or $3/class Join others in learning a variety of line dances to musical hits throughout the years. No dance partner is needed! (Monthly fee not available for Tuesday classes).Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times 8334 5/2 - 5/31 M/Tu 10:00 - 11:00am 8335 6/6 - 6/28 M/Tu 10:00 - 11:00am 8336 7/4 - 7/26 M/Tu 10:00 - 11:00am 8337 8/1 - 8/30 M/Tu 10:00 - 11:00am

LP’s Dance for KidsAge: 3-15 yrs Fee: $60/month Learn basic technique and French terminology through the elegance of ballet. Students focus on gaining poise, grace, rhythm and balance. Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times 3-7 yrs 8338 5/2 - 5/25 M/W 7:00 - 8:00pm 8342 6/1 - 6/29 M/W 7:00 - 8:00pm 8343 7/6 - 7/27 M/W 7:00 - 8:00pm 8344 8/1 - 8/31 M/W 7:00 - 8:00pm 8-15 yrs 8345 5/5 - 5/27 Th 5:00 - 6:00pm F 5:30 - 6:30pm 8346 6/2 - 6/30 Th 5:00 - 6:00pm F 5:30 - 6:30pm 8347 7/1 - 7/29 Th 5:00 - 6:00pm F 5:30 - 6:30pm 8348 8/4 - 8/26 Th 5:00 - 6:00pm F 5:30 - 6:30pmFitnessCardio Hip-HopAge: 12 yrs+ Fee: $35/month or $12/classCardio dance fun to the max! Groove to hip-hop beats that burn fat, melt away the calories, tone your body and make you sweat! Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times 8363 5/7 - 5/28 Sa 10:00 - 11:00am 8364 6/4 - 6/25 Sa 10:00 - 11:00am 8365 7/2 - 7/30 Sa 10:00 - 11:00am 8366 8/6 - 8/27 Sa 10:00 - 11:00am

Yoga 101 in the ParkAge: 18 yrs+ Fee: $5/classJoin Yoga 4 Love for a beginner’s outdoor yoga flow class. Learn how to breathe through flow move-ments, while focusing on twists and having fun! Children under 17 and pets can attend for free! Location: Ramsey Park Code Dates Days Times 8311 6/19 Su 10:30 - 11:30am

Register online at cedarhilltx.com/pard for summer fun & fitness!

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Zumba®

Age: 12 yrs+ Fee: $45/unlimited, $35/4x week, $28/3x week, $24/2x week or $5/class (M-F), $7/class (Sa)Dance to great music, with great people, and burn a ton of calories without even realizing it. Burn up to 900 calories an hour while having a blast workout to rhythms like Salsa, Reggaeton, Merengue, Cumbia and Hip-Hop. Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times Zumba® AM 8389 5/2 - 5/31 M-Th 9:00 - 10:00am 8390 6/1 - 6/30 M-Th 9:00 - 10:00am 8391 7/5 - 7/28 M-Th 9:00 - 10:00am 8392 8/1 - 8/31 M-Th 9:00 - 10:00am

Zumba® PM 8430 5/2 - 5/31 M/Tu/Th 6:30 - 7:30pm W 6:00 - 7:00pm 8431 6/1 - 6/29 M/Tu/Th 6:30 - 7:30pm W 6:00 - 7:00pm 8432 7/5 - 7/28 M/Tu/Th 6:30 - 7:30pm W 6:00 - 7:00pm 8433 8/1 - 8/31 M/Tu/Th 6:30 - 7:30pm W 6:00 - 7:00pm

Mixx FitAge: 12 yrs+ Fee: $40/month, $20/month-Saturdays, $7/classKick start your fitness in our highly aerobic cardio class. Raise your heart rate and your energy with extensive cardio fitness sure to burn 500-1,000 calories. Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times 8411 5/3 - 5/31 Tu/Th 7:30 - 8:30pm 8415 5/7 - 5/28 Sa 8:15 - 9:15am 8412 6/2 - 6/30 Tu/Th 7:30 - 8:30pm 8416 6/4 - 6/25 Sa 8:15 - 9:15am 8413 7/5 - 7/28 Tu/Th 7:30 - 8:30pm 8417 7/2 - 7/30 Sa 8:15 - 9:15am 8414 8/2 - 8/30 Tu/Th 7:30 - 8:30pm 8418 8/6 - 8/27 Sa 8:15 - 9:15am

Personal TrainingSign up today and experience individual training services from certified personal trainers at the Recreation Center. With various specializations, each trainer will work to meet your health and fitness goals. Call (972) 293-5288 to sign up for your FREE first session. No strings attached!

PoundFitAge: 12 yrs+ Fee: $30/month or $5/classChannel your inner performer and rock your body with this modern-day fusion of movement and music. Using Rip sticks, weighted drumsticks engineered for exercise, PoundFit transforms drumming into an effective full body workout that burns calories and tones your body into a long, lean physique. Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times 8375 5/3 - 5/31 Tu 6:00 - 7:00pm 8376 6/7 - 6/28 Tu 6:00 - 7:00pm 8377 7/5 - 7/26 Tu 6:00 - 7:00pm 8378 8/2 - 8/30 Tu 6:00 - 7:00pm

Stroller Strides by FIT4MOM®

Stroller Strides® is a total fitness program that moms can do WITH their babies, including power walking/jogging, intervals of strength and body toning exer-cise using tubing, your stroller, and the environment. Visit http://southdfw.fit4mom.com to register.Location: Crawford Park and Virginia Weaver Park

Tabata Boot CampAge: 12 yrs+ Fee: $50/month or $8/classTabata is a basic form of workout that can be easy to follow through a variety of simple, yet intense exercises. Each class will blast the calories, and provide results in a short amount of time! Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times 8379 5/5 - 5/26 Th 7:00 - 8:00pm 8380 6/2 - 6/30 Th 7:00 - 8:00pm 8381 7/7 - 7/28 Th 7:00 - 8:00pm 8382 8/4 - 8/25 Th 7:00 - 8:00pm

Special Interests

Babysitter’s TrainingAge: 11-15 yrs Fee: $69The American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training will certify youth in Basic Child Care with Pediatric First Aid/CPR to responsibly care for infants and children.Location: Senior Center Code Dates Days Times 8473 8/20 & 8/27 Sa 9:00am - 5:00pm

Effective Communication & Emotion Management Age: 14 yrs+ Fee: $79This cognitive behavioral training will teach students how to improve their communication with others, stand up for themselves without tearing others down and manage their emotions in response to life’s constant stream of challenges. Location: Senior Center Code Dates Days Times 8300 4/16, 4/23, Sa 10:00am - 12:00pm & 4/30

Heartsaver AED/CPR CourseAge: 10 yrs+ Fee: $50/class and $15/workbookThis American Heart Association (AHA) course will prepare a first responder on how to perform CPR and use an AED. You do not have to be in the health-care professional to take this course. *2011 edition workbooks are required to complete course and can be purchased at course (cash only). Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times 8383 6/4 Sa 9:00am - 1:00pm 8384 8/13 Sa 9:00am - 1:00pm

The G.L.A.M. ClubAge: 7-18 yrs Fee: Free with Recreation Center Membership Join us twice a month as we grow together through activities, guest speakers, arts and crafts, and much more! Our goal is to empower girls to know they are strong, smart, and beautiful young ladies! Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Time 7-11 yrs 8422 5/6 F 6:30 - 7:30pm 8423 6/3 F 6:30 - 7:30pm 8424 7/1 F 6:30 - 7:30pm 8425 8/5 F 6:30 - 7:30pm 12-18 yrs 8420 5/6 F 7:30 - 8:30pm 8421 6/3 F 7:30 - 8:30pm 8426 7/1 F 7:30 - 8:30pm 8427 8/5 F 7:30 - 8:30pm

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Enjoy summer camps full of funactivities – from arts & crafts or dance to basketball and karate mini camps!


Summer CampsCamp Cedar Hill at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center (1206 W FM 1382) Age: 6-10 yrs as of June 6, 2016 All campers must have completed at least kindergarten.Campers enjoy up to 8 weeks of educational camp programming, animal encounters, rec-reation, arts and crafts, science experiments, hiking, outdoor play, and so much more! Price includes lunch daily and camp t-shirt. Daily camp hours are 9:00am - 4:00pm. Early drop off (6:30am) and late pick up (6:30pm) available for additional $30.00/week, and includes breakfast. One-time registration fee of $40 per camper.Early Registration Fee: $120/week, $430/month, $845/summerRegistration Fee: $140/week, $450/month, $865/Summer

For additional information or to register visit http://dogwoodcanyon.audubon.org or call (469) 526-1980.

Week Theme 6/13 - 6/17 DC Olympics 6/20 - 6/24 Mad Science 6/27 - 7/1 Amazing Animals 7/5 - 7/8 Far Out Space 7/11 - 7/15 Time Travelers 7/18 - 7/22 Around the World 7/25 - 7/29 Water Works

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LP’s Summer Dance CampAge: 5-16 yrs Fee: $175/early registration, $195/registrationLearn dance techniques from instructor Lashonda Price over the course of this 2 week camp. Learn basic technique and French terminology through the elegance of ballet. Students focus on gaining poise, grace, rhythm and balance.Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times 8474 6/13 - 6/24 M-F 12:00 - 5:00pm

8476 7/11 - 7/22 M-F 12:00 - 5:00pm

AIKIA Karate Summer CampAge: 5 yrs+ Fee: $30Channel your energy through a combined style of American Tae-Kwon-Do and American Kenpo, while learning self-discipline, respect for others, and self-defense during this one week camp. Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Code Dates Days Times 8475 7/11 - 7/15 M-F 10:00 - 11:00am

Sidney Moncrief Summer Basketball CampAge: 7-18 yrs Fee: $80Former NBA All-Star Sidney Moncrief and team engage participants in a week full of basketball skills development training. Participants are broken down into age groups. Free Rec. Center entry for free play is included for times outside of structured camp (this is unstructured and unsupervised.) Code Dates Days Times 8477 6/27 - 7/1 M-F 9:00am - 4:00pm 8485 7/5 - 7/8 T-F 9:00am - 4:00pm

The Cedar Hill Senior Center services active seniors age 50 and older through planned programs, activities, and trips. Participants are offered enriching opportunities in a safe, fulfilling environment. Memberships to the center are free of charge and can be completed at the Senior Center. All programs are held weekly at the center, and registration is required for designated programs (up to 40 participants). Registration is completed in person at the center, and Cedar Hill residents have first priority. For additional information on programs or registration, visit cedarhilltx.com/pard.

Gold Toning - Registration RequiredTone your body and stay active through aerobic movement. Participants incorporate light weights and bands.Tuesday/Thursday 8:30 - 9:30amTuesday/Thursday 9:30 - 10:30am

Yoga for Seniors - Registration Required Learn how to breath through basic Yoga movements with or without the use of a chair. Monday/Thursday 1:00 - 2:00pm

Zumba Gold - Registration Required Move to the rhythm of the music with basic Latin dance moves. Monday/Tuesday/Thursday 10:30 - 11:30amFriday 9:00 - 10:00am

Social DancingClass focuses on various styles of dancing designed to make anyone feelcomfortable and confident on the dance floor. No partner required. Tuesday 2:00 - 3:00pm

Line Dancing - Registration RequiredLearn fun dances choreographed to contemporary music. Tuesday 1:00 - 2:00pm

Queen BeadersLearn the art of making beautiful and fun jewelry to wear. Thursday 10:00am - 12:00pm

Crafting ClassBeginners or advanced participants are welcome to create a new craft item each week. Tuesday 11:30am - 1:30pm

CeramicsPaint and design pieces from green ware. Firing is included. Monday 10:00am - 12:00pm

Dominos for EveryonePlay dominos with others.First Tuesday 10:30am - 2:00pm

BingoPay $1.00 per card and win food!Wednesday 10:00am - 12:00pm

Social BridgeEnjoy the game of bridge with other members. Even if you don’t know how to play, we will teach you! Wednesday 12:00pm

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aquatics Waterbabies (6 months-3 yrs)This class will give instruction in basic water skills that increases confi-dence, coordination, and safety in, on and around the water. A responsible adult (16 yrs+) is required to participate with the child in the water. Code Days Times Fee Session 1: June 6 - 16 8128 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 8132 M - Th 6:00 - 6:30pm $45 Session 2: June 20 - 30 8129 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 8133 M - Th 6:00 - 6:30pm $45 Session 3: July 11 - 21 8130 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 8134 M - Th 6:00 - 6:30pm $45 Session 4: July 25 - Aug 4 8131 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 8135 M - Th 6:00 - 6:30pm $45 Session 5: June 4 - 25 8136 Sa 11:15 - 11:45am $25 Session 6: July 9 - 30 8137 Sa 11:15 - 11:45am $25

Beginning Preschool Aquatics (Ages 3-5 yrs)Class is designed to raise the comfort level of your child in the water and is for willing participants who have little or no water experience. Code Days Times Fee Session 1: June 6 - 16 8128 M - Th 9:00 - 9:30am $45 8142 M - Th 10:30 - 11:00am $45 8146 M - Th 6:45 - 7:15pm $45 8150 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 2: June 20 - 30 8139 M - Th 9:00 - 9:30am $45 8143 M - Th 10:30 - 11:00am $45 8147 M - Th 6:45 - 7:15pm $45 8151 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 3: July 11 - 21 8140 M - Th 9:00 - 9:30am $45 8144 M - Th 10:30 - 11:00am $45 8148 M - Th 6:45 - 7:15pm $45 8152 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 4: July 25 - Aug 4 8141 M - Th 9:00 - 9:30am $45 8145 M - Th 10:30 - 11:00am $45 8149 M - Th 6:45 - 7:15pm $45 8153 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 5: June 4 - 25 8154 Sa 10:30 - 11:00am $25 Session 6: July 9 - 30 8155 Sa 10:30 - 11:00am $25

Learn to swim with lessons by American Red Cross certified swim instructors! Unsure of which class to enroll your child in? Stop by the Crawford Park Pool for a free swim assessment. A swimsuit is required. Age restrictions strictly enforced. For more information, contact Paul Macias at (972) 291-5318.

Swim Lessons

Intermediate Preschool Aquatics (Ages 3-5 yrs)For children who have passed Beginning Preschool who are completely comfortable in water. Child can submerge their face on front floats and ears on back floats. Code Days Times Fee Session 1: June 6 - 16 8156 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 8160 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 8164 M - Th 6:00 - 6:30pm $45 8168 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 2: June 20 - 30 8157 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 8161 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 8165 M - Th 6:00 - 6:30pm $45 8169 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 3: July 11 - 21 8158 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 8162 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 8166 M - Th 6:00 - 6:30pm $45 8170 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 4: July 25 - Aug 4 8159 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 8163 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 8167 M - Th 6:00 - 6:30pm $45 8171 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 5: June 4 - 25 8172 Sa 11:15 - 11:45am $25 Session 6: July 9 - 30 8173 Sa 11:15 - 11:45am $25

Advanced Preschool Aquatics (Ages 3-5 yrs)Advanced Preschool Aquatics are for children who have passed Intermedi-ate Preschool. Student must be somewhat proficient in front and back strokes and comfortable in deep water. Code Days Times Fee Session 1: June 6 - 16 8182 M - Th 6:45 - 7:15pm $45 Session 2: June 20 - 30 8183 M - Th 6:45 - 7:15pm $45 Session 3: July 11 - 21 8184 M - Th 6:45 - 7:15pm $45 Session 4: July 25 - Aug 4 8185 M - Th 6:45 - 7:15pm $45 Session 5: June 4 - 25 8186 Sa 10:30 - 11:00am $25 Session 6: July 9 - 30 8187 Sa 10:30 - 11:00am $25


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Level 3 (Ages 6-12 yrs)Child must be able to demonstrate Level 2 skills without assistance and must be somewhat proficient in front, back strokes and comfortable in deep water. Students will continue to improve on previous skills learned. Code Days Times Fee Session 1: June 6 - 16 8224 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 8228 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 Session 2: June 20 - 30 8225 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 8229 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 Session 3: July 11 - 21 8226 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 8230 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 Session 4: July 25 - Aug 4 8227 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 8231 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45

Level 4 (Ages 6-12 yrs)Child must be able to demonstrate the skills listed in Level 3. In Level 4 the child must be somewhat proficient in front crawl, back crawl, and elemen-tary backstroke and comfortable in deep water. Students will continue to develop confidence, improve their skills and increase their endurance. Code Days Times Fee Session 1: June 6 - 16 8236 M - Th 9:00 - 9:40am $45 8240 M - Th 10:30 - 11:10am $45 Session 2: June 20 - 30 8237 M - Th 9:00 - 9:40am $45 8241 M - Th 10:30 - 11:10am $45 Session 3: July 11 - 21 8238 M - Th 9:00 - 9:40am $45 8242 M - Th 10:30 - 11:10am $45 Session 4: July 25 - Aug 4 8239 M - Th 9:00 - 9:40am $45 8243 M - Th 10:30 - 11:10am $45

Level 5 (Ages 6-12 yrs)Child must be proficient in front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, butterfly, and sidestroke and comfortable in deep water. Students will coordinate and refine all strokes and increase their distances. Code Days Times Fee Session 1: June 6 - 16 8248 M - Th 9:45 - 10:25am $45 Session 2: June 20 - 30 8249 M - Th 9:45 - 10:25am $45 Session 3: July 11 - 21 8250 M - Th 9:45 - 10:25am $45 Session 4: July 25 - Aug 4 8251 M - Th 9:45 - 10:25am $45

Level 6 (Ages 6-12 yrs)Child must be proficient in front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, butterfly, sidestroke and be comfortable in deep water. Code Days Times Fee Session 2: June 20 - 30 8257 M - Th 10:30 - 11:10am $45

Level 1 (Ages 6-12 yrs)Level 1 is designed for a child with little or no water experience. The child must be willing to participate. At this level, participants start developing positive attitudes, good swimming habits and safe water practices. Code Days Times Fee Session 1: June 6 - 16 8188 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 8192 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 8196 M - Th 6:00 - 6:30pm $45 8200 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 2: June 20 - 30 8189 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 8193 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 8197 M - Th 6:00 - 6:30pm $45 8201 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 3: July 11 - 21 8190 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 8194 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 8198 M - Th 6:00 - 6:30pm $45 8202 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 4: July 25 - Aug 4 8191 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 8195 M - Th 11:15 - 11:45am $45 8199 M - Th 6:00 - 6:30pm $45 8203 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 5: June 4 - 25 8204 Sa 11:15 - 11:45am $25 Session 6: July 9 - 30 8205 Sa 11:15 - 11:45am $25 Level 2 (Ages 6-12 yrs)In Level 2, the child must be completely comfortable in water. They must be able to submerge their face on front floats and their ears on back floats. Students will learn to propel themselves on their front and back using alternating and simultaneous arm and leg action. Code Days Times Fee Session 1: June 6 - 16 8206 M - Th 9:00 - 9:30am $45 8210 M - Th 10:30 - 11:00am $45 8214 M - Th 6:45 - 7:15pm $45 8218 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 2: June 20 - 30 8207 M - Th 9:00 - 9:30am $45 8211 M - Th 10:30 - 11:00am $45 8215 M - Th 6:45 - 7:15pm $45 8219 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 3: July 11 - 21 8208 M - Th 9:00 - 9:30am $45 8212 M - Th 10:30 - 11:00am $45 8216 M - Th 6:45 - 7:15pm $45 8220 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 4: July 25 - Aug 4 8209 M - Th 9:00 - 9:30am $45 8213 M - Th 10:30 - 11:00am $45 8217 M - Th 6:45 - 7:15pm $45 8221 M - Th 7:30 - 8:00pm $45 Session 5: June 4 - 25 8222 Sa 10:30 - 11:00am $25 Session 6: July 9 - 30 8223 Sa 10:30 - 11:00am $25


aquatics Youth Aquatic Conditioning (Ages 7-15 yrs)Youth Aquatic Conditioning will focus on improving competitive strokes. This class will emphasize on swimming drills, visual demonstrations and hands on correction. Participants must be able to work independently, be comfortable in deep water and passed Level 4. Code Days Times Fee Session 1: June 6 - 16 8260 M - Th 9:00 - 9:40am $45 Session 2: June 20 - 30 8261 M - Th 9:00 - 9:40am $45 Session 3: July 11 - 21 8262 M - Th 9:00 - 9:40am $45 Session 4: July 25 - Aug 4 8263 M - Th 9:00 - 9:40am $45

Adapted Aquatics (Ages 3 yrs+)Adapted Aquatics is designed for participants with special needs. Class instruction will include basic water skills to increase water adjustment. The instructor will work with all individuals to help them gain confidence and improve kicking and stroking ability as they are ready for each new swimming skill. A responsible adult is required to assist with the participant in the water. Code Days Times Fee Session 1: June 6 - 16 8264 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 Session 2: June 20 - 30 8265 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 Session 3: July 11 - 21 8266 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45 Session 4: July 25 - Aug 4 8267 M - Th 9:45 - 10:15am $45

Teen Beginner (Age 13-17 yrs)Teen Beginner is designed for participants with little or no water experience. Students will be taught basic skills tailored to their needs and/or requests. Skills to be worked on include front and back float/glide with kicking, front crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. Code Days Times Fee Session 5: June 4 - 25 8276 Sa 10:30 - 11:10am $25 Session 6: July 9 - 30 8277 Sa 10:30 - 11:10am $25

Teen Intermediate (Age 13-17 yrs)Teen intermediate is designed for participants who want to improve swimming techniques, endurance and overall performance. Participants must be able to swim and work independently in deep water. Code Days Times Fee Session 5: June 4 - 25 8278 Sa 11:15 - 11:55am $25 Session 6: July 9 - 30 8279 Sa 11:15 - 11:55am $25

Adult Beginner (Age 18 yrs+)Adult beginner is designed for participants with little or no water experience. Participant will be taught basic skills tailored to their needs and/or request. Skills to be worked on include front and back float/glide with kicking, front crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. Code Days Times Fee Session 1: June 6 - 16 8268 M - Th 6:00 - 6:40pm $45 Session 2: June 20 - 30 8269 M - Th 6:00 - 6:40pm $45 Session 3: July 11 - 21 8270 M - Th 6:00 - 6:40pm $45 Session 4: July 25 - Aug 4 8271 M - Th 6:00 - 6:40pm $45

Adult Intermediate (Age 18 yrs+)Adult Intermediate is designed for participants who want to improve swimming techniques, endurance, and overall performance. Participants must be able to swim and work independently in deep water. Code Days Times Fee Session 1: June 6 - 16 8272 M - Th 6:45 - 7:25pm $45 Session 2: June 20 - 30 8273 M - Th 6:45 - 7:25pm $45 Session 3: July 11 - 21 8274 M - Th 6:45 - 7:25pm $45 Session 4: July 25 - Aug 4 8275 M - Th 6:45 - 7:25pm $45

Private and Semi-Private Lessons Book your private or semi-private swim lesson today to reserve personal-ized one on one instruction or in groups of 3 or less participants. Each scheduled lesson is 30 minutes long and registration must be completed in person at Crawford Park Pool, the Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center or the Administrative Offices. No. Lessons Fee per student Private - 1 student: 1 instructor 4 $90 8 $160 12 $215 Semi-Private - 2 students: 1 instructor 4 $45 8 $80 12 $107.50 Semi-Private - 3 students: 1 instructor 4 $30 8 $53.34 12 $71.67

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aquatics ProgramsWater Safety Instructor Course (WSI)Age: 16 yrs+ Fee: $155Course will train Water Safety candidates how to teach classes in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program by developing their understanding of how to use course materials, conduct training sessions and evaluate participants’ progress. Attendance at all class sessions is required to receive certification. There is a $35 non-refundable fee due to the American Red Cross for the online pre-course.Location: Crawford Park Pool Code Dates Days Times 7979 5/31 - 6/3 Tu - F 4:00 - 9:00pm

Stroke ClinicsAge: 6-18 yrs Fee: $10/classDesigned for students who already have a strong foundation of the fundamentals for swimming and desire to learn more advanced swimming techniques. Our Stroke Clinics place an emphasis on proper technique over speed. A strong technical foundation will ensure that students progress much faster when the time comes for them to work on speed.Location: Crawford Park Pool Code Dates Days Times Backstroke 8302 5/31 Tu 6:00 - 6:45pm Butterfly 8303 6/1 W 6:00 - 6:45pm Breaststroke 8304 6/2 Th 6:00 - 6:45pm Freestyle 8305 6/3 F 6:00 - 6:45pm

Mini Longhorn’s Swim TeamAge: 6-18 yrs Fee: $75The Mini Longhorn’s recreational swim team is a great way to introduce youth with limited swimming experience to competition and good sports-manship. A coach will teach stroke technique and the fundamentals of racing. All participants must be able to swim one length of the pool without stopping on their front and back before joining the team. This team will compete in local meets against other teams throughout the DFW area. Location: Crawford Park Pool Code Dates Days Times 8288 6/6 - 7/21 M - Th 6:00 - 7:15pm The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson™ Age: 6 yrs+ Fee: FreeBe part of the Guinness World Record for the largest swimming lesson, where every participant will receive a free swim lesson and certificate.Location: Crawford Park Pool Code Dates Days Times 8067 6/24 F 10:00 - 10:40am

Register for swim lessons online at cedarhilltx.com/pard

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Super Hero Sunday Fun DaySuper Heros swim too, right?!? Celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month with us aqua style! Enjoy a fun-filled day of games, giveaways and much more! Dates Times Fee 7/17 1:00 - 5:45pm $2

Back to School Splash Help us provide school supplies for those students in need and receive a discounted admission to the pool! Donate an item from the CHISD school supply list and get into the pool for only $1 per person. One item, per person to receive discount. Regular admission for attendees without a donation. Dates Times Fee 8/1 - 8/5 1:00 - 5:45pm $1 w/ donation

Aqua Fitness The aquatic environment is completely unique and provides countless benefits to class participants. Water fitness provides: • a low or no impact environment causing minimal stress to joints. • support to develop balance and core strength. • support for overall muscle strength and endurance. • enhanced flexibility and range of motion in joints. • a burn of 400-500 calories for an average 1-hour class. • a fun, relaxing class promoting lasting friendships and community.

Deep Water AerobicsAge: 16 yrs+ Fee: $30/month or $7/classUsing floatation devices and other equipment to stabilize the body and add resistance to the water while in the deep end of the pool (12 ft water). Participants work on toning, defining the muscles and adding endurance. Location: Crawford Park Pool Code Dates Days Times 8286 6/6 - 6/29 M/W 7:45 - 8:45pm 8287 7/11 - 8/3 M/W 7:45 - 8:45pm

Aqua Zumba®

Age: 13 yrs+ Fee: $30/month or $7/classCome dive into the fun with Aqua Zumba®. It’s a ‘pool party’ workout! This effective, challenging, and fun water based workout integrates the Zumba formula and philosophy into traditional aqua fitness disciplines.Location: Crawford Park Pool Code Dates Days Times 8283 6/7 - 6/30 Tu/Th 8:00 - 9:00pm 8284 7/12 - 8/4 Tu/Th 8:00 - 9:00pm

Shallow Water Aerobics Age: 16 yrs+ Fee: $15/month or $7/classAdults of all ages can stretch, tone, and strengthen the body through focusing on endurance, aerobics and flexibility using water resistance.Location: Crawford Park Pool Code Dates Days Times 8292 6/4 - 6/25 Sa 9:30 - 10:30am 8293 7/9 - 7/30 Sa 9:30 - 10:30am

Cedar Hill Parks and Recreation Department has partnered with the following associations to provide exceptional youth athletics in our community. Each association is operated by volunteers dedicated to providing a positive team experience for each participant. For additional information regarding registration, schedules, practices please contact the association directly.

Cedar Hill Baseball Association (CHBA)Cedar Hill Baseball Association provides baseball of all skill levels, ranging from recreation, select and tournament teams to the youth boys of Cedar Hill ages 3-14 yrs.Registration: January and July Contact: Clint at (972) 480-5252 or [email protected] www.cedarhillbaseball.com

Cedar Hill Youth Basketball Association (CHYBA)Cedar Hill Youth Basketball Association provides basketball of all skill levels, ranging from beginner, intermediate and select to the youth boys and girls of Cedar Hill ages 4-14 yrs.Registration: October Contact: Rodney at (469) 766-9057 or [email protected]. www.cedarhillbasketball.com

Cedar Hill Youth Football & Cheerleading Organization (CHYFCO)Cedar Hill Youth Football & Cheerleading Organization provides the opportu-nity for every child to play organized football & cheerleading in a family oriented environment in Cedar Hill ages 5-13 yrs.Registration: January-July Contact: Anthony at (972) 294-9731 or [email protected] sports.bluesombrero.com/chyfco

Cedar Hill Soccer Association (CHSA)Cedar Hill Soccer Association provides quality soccer training for boys and girls in Cedar Hill Independent School District boundaries at all skill levels, ranging from recreation, club and academy. Open to ages 3-18 yrs.Registration: November-January and July Contact: [email protected] www.cedarhillsoccer.org

Cedar Hill Girls Softball Association (CHGSA)Cedar Hill Girls Softball Association offers recreational, select and High School level softball for the girls of Cedar Hill ages 4-15 yrs.Registration: February, April-May and August Contact: Carlos at [email protected] sports.bluesombrero.com/chgsa

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Tennis Lessons Age: 8-14yrs Fee: $35Beginner to intermediate participants develop hand-eye coordination as they learn tennis fundamentals in a fun and encouraging environment. Each session includes 4 lessons and tennis balls are provided. For additional information contact instructor Martha Franklin, USPTA Development Coach at (469) 360-4045.Location: Crawford Park

Code Dates Days Times Age 8 and under 8443 6/6 - 6/9 M - Th 9:00 - 10:00am 8444 6/13 - 6/16 M - Th 9:00 - 10:00am 8445 6/20 - 6/23 M - Th 9:00 - 10:00am 8446 6/27 - 6/30 M - Th 9:00 - 10:00am 8447 7/11 - 7/14 M - Th 9:00 - 10:00am 8448 7/18 - 7/21 M - Th 9:00 - 10:00am 8449 7/25 - 7/28 M - Th 9:00 - 10:00am 8450 8/1 - 8/4 M - Th 9:00 - 10:00am Age 10 and under 8451 6/6 - 6/9 M - Th 10:00 - 11:00am 8452 6/13 - 6/16 M - Th 10:00 - 11:00am 8453 6/20 - 6/23 M - Th 10:00 - 11:00am 8454 6/27 - 6/30 M - Th 10:00 - 11:00am 8455 7/11 - 7/14 M - Th 10:00 - 11:00am 8456 7/18 - 7/21 M - Th 10:00 - 11:00am 8457 7/25 - 7/28 M - Th 10:00 - 11:00am 8458 8/1 - 8/4 M - Th 10:00 - 11:00am Age 14 and under 8459 6/6 - 6/9 M - Th 11:00am - 12:00pm 8460 6/13 - 6/16 M - Th 11:00am - 12:00pm 8461 6/20 - 6/23 M - Th 11:00am - 12:00pm 8462 6/27 - 6/30 M - Th 11:00am - 12:00pm 8463 7/11- 7/14 M - Th 11:00am - 12:00pm 8464 7/18 - 7/21 M - Th 11:00am - 12:00pm 8465 7/25 - 7/28 M - Th 11:00am - 12:00pm 8466 8/1 - 8/4 M - Th 11:00am - 12:00pm

Youth Rainout Line:(972) 480-5868

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adult athleticsAdult Athletics Information • To view team schedules, standings, or player call-in lists visit teamsideline.com/cedarhilltx• Registration can be completed at cedarhilltx.com/pard or in person at the Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center or Parks and Recreation administrative offices. • Registration dates are listed below.

DFW Adult Baseball Association (DFW ABA)Age: 18 yrs+DFW Adult Baseball Association is an adult baseball league for adults to play America’s game, regardless of age or playing experi-ence. Skills range from entry level to advanced. DFW ABA is a family oriented organization which emphasizes good sportsmanship as well as good competition. Visit www.dfw-aba.com for info.Contact: JD Magee, (817) 545-4244 or [email protected]

North Texas Women’s Soccer Association (NTWSA)Age: 18 yrs+North Texas Women’s Soccer Association is dedicated to providing women of all ages and abilities an opportunity to play soccer with others of the same competitive spirit and love of the game. Visit www.ntwsa.org for more info.

Sports Associations

Adult Softball Age: 16 yrs+ Fee: $325/teamJoin us for the summer adult softball season. Each team will play eight games and the top four per division qualify to play in a single elimination city tournament. Teams will register under USSSA and play under USSSA rules. Come on out and lets “Play Ball!” Registration: May 12-25 Season: June 5 Location: Virginia Weaver Softball Complex (631 Somerset Dr.)

Code Days Min. Teams 8437 Monday Mens 5 8438 Monday Mens Church 5 8439 Monday Coed Church 5 8440 Thursday Coed 5 8442 Friday Coed 5

Adult VolleyballAge: 16 yrs+ Fee: $116/teamEnjoy non-competitive coed volleyball with your family and friends at the Recreation Center!Registration: May 12-25 Season: June 5 Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center

Code Days 8116 Monday Coed 8117 Wednesday Coed

Adult KickballAge: 16 yrs+ Fee: $325/teamRally your teams! Get together for a great social outing with friends and co-workers. Teams will play an eight-game season with the top four teams per division qualifying to play in a single elimination city tournament. Teams are registered under USSSA and play Cedar Hill Local rules.Registration: May 12-25 Season: June 5 Location: Virginia Weaver Softball Complex (631 Somerset Dr.)

Code Days Min. Teams 8434 Sunday Coed 7 8436 Thursday Women’s 5 8435 Thursday Men’s 5 Adult Rainout Line:

(972) 855-9758

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Memberships

Multipurpose Room Rentals

With over 5,400 square feet available for rent, the Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center is ideal for meetings, receptions, birthday par-ties and weddings. Guests have the option of using the entire space or splitting it up into 4 separate rooms. Each rental includes access to audio/video equipment and a commercial kitchen (for an additional fee). Each room is adjacent to an outdoor patio and overlooks a beautiful pond. For additional information, or to check availability, visit cedarhilltx.com/pard or call (972) 293-5288.

Rental Space Deposit Sun - Fri Fri - Sat (before 4pm)

One Room $150 $40/hr $50/hrTwo Rooms $200 $55/hr $65/hrThree Rooms $250 $75/hr $85/hrFour Rooms $300 $100/hr $110/hrKitchen N/A $30/hr $30/hr

The Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center is the perfect place to maintain your healthy lifestyle in our fitness area, learn something new participating in one of our programs, host a special event in one of our multipurpose room rentals or play a game of basketball with your family and friends. Memberships are available to both Cedar Hill residents and non-residents at the same rate. Each membership includes:

• Access to state of the art fitness equipment including three lane walking/jogging track, a variety of cardio and strength machines, free weights and much more. (free fitness orientation available). • Two full size gymnasiums. • Game room including table tennis, foosball, air hockey, pool table and gaming systems. • Complimentary wallet lockers located in the gymnasium & fitness area for personal items. • Onsite childcare for children 6 mo.-6 yrs. (Included in annual membership fee, or $20/10 visits, $4/per child, per visit). Age Annual 3-Month 1-Month Day Pass Adult (18-54 yrs) $150 $50 $20 $5 Youth (7-17 yrs) $100 $40 $20 $5 Senior (55 yrs+) $100 $40 $20 $5 Family (up to 4) $300 $100 N/A N/A

For a complete list of membership policies, visit cedarhilltx.com/pard.

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cedarhilllibrary.org

zula b. wylie library

Read to the

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Discover more than just books at the Zula B. Wylie Public Library. We are a community place dedicated to enriching the lives of our patrons with a wide variety of materials, services, and events in both English and Spanish. Our goal is to be your third place in the community, after home or work, and a virtual resource anywhere you go. Computers, laptops, and free wire-less internet access is also available 24/7 throughout the library building.

Library CardsZula B. Wylie Public Library cards are FREE to residents of Texas. You can borrow books, videos, DVDs, ebooks, audio books and magazines. Cedar Hill and DeSoto residents can receive a partnership card free of charge.

Children Events

We will be rocking the library all summer long as we present this year’s theme, “Read to the Rhythm!” Join us for our featured events, which combine literacy aspects with music or rhythm. All events take place at the Library or otherwise noted.

Date Event Time 5/5 Cinco De Mayo Celebration 6:30pm (Mariachi music, crafts, food, and more!) 6/4 Summer Reading Kick-Off 2:00pm featuring Kupira Marimba Musical Group 6/9 Big Machine Expo 10:30am (Event at Recreation Center) 6/13 Family Fun Night Drum Circle with 6:30pm Percussionist Mark Shelton 6/16 Lake Dallas Falcon Flyers Jump Rope Team 10:30am (Event at Recreation Center) 6/23 Storyteller Oba William King 10:30am 6/30 Sing-a-long Movie Camp Rock 10:30am 7/7 Musical Performance 10:30am 7/11 Talent Show 6:30pm 7/14 Didgeridoo Down Under Show 10:30am 7/21 Texas Winds Musical Story 10:30am 7/28 Summer Reading Finale Ice Cream 10:30am/6:30pm Social & Music

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zula b. wylie libraryChildren ProgramsJoin us each week for a variety of classes and programs for children of all ages. No registration is required unless noted. Program Dates Days Time Classes Musical Makers 6/6 - 6/27 M 1:00pm 7/18 - 7/25 M 1:00pm Bibliobop Dance Party 6/10 - 6/24 F 2:00pm 7/8 - 7/29 Rocking Reading Camp 7/11 - 7/14 M-F 1:00pm *Registration Required Build It! Legos, Duplos 6/16 & 7/14 1:00pmm & GearsTech It Out Storytimes May the Fourth Be With You 5/4 W 10:30am Discoverers (Ages 0-2 yrs), 5/2 - 5/16 M 10:30am 6/6 - 6/27 M 10:30am 7/11 - 7/25 M 10:30am Adventurers (Ages 3-6 yrs) 5/4 - 5/18 W 10:30am 6/8 - 7/29 W 10:30am Explorers (Ages 2-3 yrs) 5/6 - 5/20 F 10:30am 6/10 - 6/24 F 10:30am 7/8 - 7/29 F 10:30am Corduroy Storytime 8/26 F 10:30am *Sponsored by Barnes and Noble with a special visit from Corduroy

Teen ProgramsCome hang out with us and explore fun with games, music, poetry, anime, and much more! Enter to win cool prizes and giveaways. Program Dates Days Time Teen Tuesdays 6/7 - 6/28 Tu 2:00pm 7/12 - 7/26 Tu 2:00pm Teen Anime Club 6/25, 7/16, 8/27 Sa 3:00pm

Adult EventsThis year’s summer reading theme “Read to the Rhythm” is a playful reminder to take a bit of time out of our busy lives to read, learn, and have fun! Your family is invited to join in these summer reading festivities. Adults can win prizes each week by reading books and participating in events! Event Date Time Adult Summer Reading Kickoff 6/4 2:00pm Read to the Rhythm Literary Crawl 6/6 6:30pm Reggae Night 6/17 6:30pm Make It At Your Library! 6/18 11:00am Zumba Calypso Night 6/29 6:00pm

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Adult Programs

Cinema on the SquareWatch magical musical movies in May! Bring a lawn chair, blanket and snacks to Pioneer Park in Downtown Cedar Hill (600 Cedar St.) and enjoy a movie under the stars.5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 8:00pm

Rock the Library on the Square Enjoy local musicians as they entertain in Pioneer Park in Downtown Cedar Hill (600 Cedar St.). Bring a lawn chair and enjoy an evening of musical tunes. 5/20 6:30pm

Readers on the Hill Book Club The Readers on the Hill book discussion club is open to everyone. Participants read and discuss a different book each month. Visit cedarhilllibrary.org for a list of books the group will be discussing in 2016. 5/2, 6/6, 8/1 7:00pm

Dallas Area Writers Guild (DAWG) Dallas Area Writers Guild meetings are open to all writers who want to improve writing skills, meet other writers, and get published. There is no charge to attend.5/10, 6/14, 7/12, 8/9 7:00pm

Cedar Hill Young Professionals Life Chats Young professionals are invited to join discussions about professional topics such as servant leadership, professional development, networking, and more! Each session highlights a different book. 5/17, 6/21, 7/19, 8/16 7:30am

Computer Classes These free classes cover a broad range of topics that will provide you with the skills necessary to be computer savvy. Please register by calling (972) 291-7323 ext. 1311 and visit www.cedarhilllibrary.org for a schedule of topics that will be covered.5/3, 6/7 - 6/28, 7/5, 7/19, 7/26, 8/2, 8/16 Tuesdays 7:00pm 5/4, 5/11, 6/8 - 6/29, 7/6 - 7/27, 8/3 - 8/17 Wednesdays 2:00pm

Cedar Hill Genealogical Society This society provides educational programs and training in genealogical research during their monthly meetings which are open to the public.5/12, 6/9, 8/11 7:00pm

Sit and Sew A social time for adults who love sewing or want to connect with others who enjoy sewing. Space is limited. Please call (972) 291-7323 ext. 1313 to reserve your spot. 5/5 - 5/26, 6/2 - 6/23, 7/14-7/28, 8/4 - 8/25 Thursdays 10:00am

Make It! @ Your Library A Family friendly program of invention and creativity! Learn to use your imagination to create! 6/18, 7/23 1:00pm

Living With Diabetes Learn life skills, tips and suggestions to live with diabetes.5/23, 6/27, 8/22 6:00pm

Gardening ClassesJoin us to every third Thursday to learn a variety of gardening tips.5/19, 6/16, 7/21 6:30pm

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Grab your cape and join us as we celebrate National Parksand Recreation Month. For a complete list of activities and

events visit cedarhilltx.com/pard.

#SUPERJULY#CEDARHILLPARD

3 miles of natural beauty connecting the Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center,

Virginia Weaver Park, Dot Thomas Park and Cedar Trails Greenbelt.


trails

Hike, bike and jog on the many trails of Cedar Hill!Cedar Hill offers miles of trails, ideal for a morning run, weekend bike ride, or simply a family walk. Choose one of the following to explore on your next outdoor adventure! Red Oak Creek Trail - With over 3.61 miles of paved trail, the Red Oak Creek Trail can be accessed at one of the following trailheads, Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center, Virginia Weaver Park, Dot Thomas Park and Cedar Trails Greenbelt. Lake Ridge Parkway - 3.5 miles of paved trail located in the Lake Ridge Community. Pleasant Run Road - .8 miles of paved trail located alongside Pleasant Run Road. Cedar Mountain Nature Preserve - 1 mile nature trail through the hills of Cedar Hill. For additional information visit the Trails website at cedarhilltx.com/pard.

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1. AlanE.SimsCedarHillRecreationCenterPark 310E.ParkervilleRd. D 28.4 0.6 • • 2. Bear Creek Park 620 Midlake Dr. U 5 3. BradfordPark 401W.Wintergreen D 5.6 0.5 • • • • •4. CalfPasturePark 335N.JoeWilsonRd. D 10.1 0.5 • • • • •5. Calabria Nature Preserve 750 W. FM 1382 U 51.9 6. CedarHillStatePark 1570FM1382 D 1826 15 • • • • • • 7. Cedar Mountain Nature Preserve 1300 W. FM 1382 D 110 1.0 8. CedarTrailsGreenbelt 940BlackWalnutTrail D 15 .25 • • • •9. CommunityCenterPark 1740MansfieldRd. D 5.1 0.3 • • • • •10. CrawfordPark 401StrausRd. D 10.8 0.2 • • • • • • • • • • •11. David Rush Park Waterford Oaks East U 8.212. DogwoodCanyonAudubon 1206W.FM1382 D 205 1.8 • • • •13. DotThomasPark 1401S.ClarkRd. D 6.5 0.3 • • • • • • •14. HighlandsRecreationArea 225CannadyDr. D 8.3 • •15. J.W.WilliamsPark 1605HighPointeLn. D 6.0 0.4 • • • • • • • •16. KingswoodPark 1528SharonDr. D 12.5 0.4 • • • • •17. LesterLorchNaturePreserve 1823TexasPlumeRd. D 86.0 2.5 • • •18. LibertyPark 301CapricornDr. D 6.9 0.2 • • •19. LonghornPark 425E.ParkervilleRd. D 8.6 0.5 • • • • • 20. ParkervillePark 501W.ParkervilleRd. D 24.1 • • • • • 21. PioneerPark 600CedarSt. D .3 •22. PrairieViewPark 2600PrairieViewBlvd. D 6.6 • • • •23. RamseyPark 1313HighPointeRd. D 6.0 0.3 • • • • • • • • •24. SouthHillsGreenbelt 1109S.ClarkRd. D 6.0 0.2 •25. TheMeadowsPark 1555HamiltonDr. D 3.0 0.2 • • • • •26. ValleyRidgePark 2850ParkRidgeDr. D 164 1.5 • • • • • • • •27. VirginiaWeaverPark 631SomersetDr. D 27.6 0.3 • • • • • • • •28. WaterfordOaksPark 320N.WaterfordOaksDr. D 6.4 0.4 • • • •29. WaterfordOaksGreenbelt 638OakCreekDr. D 8.0 0.6 •30. WildwoodPark 2415S.LakeviewDr. D 5.6 0.3 • • •31. Windmill Hill Greenbelt 1310 Watercourse Way D 3.0 0.3 32. WindsorPark 200LakesideDr. D 4.1 0.3 • • • • •33. WoodedCreekGreenbelt 955WoodedCreekDr. D 7.0 0.2 • • •

The following park locationscorrespond with the red numbered locations on the map opposite this page.

Park Pavilion RentalsCity parks are a great place to celebrate, whether it be a birthday party, family reunion or just a picnic in the park. There are 15 covered pavilions that can be rented at various parks throughout the city along with the Amphitheater at Valley Ridge Park. Pavilions are available for $25 per hour, per pavilion. All fees are due at the time of the reservation and you are required to reserve the pavilion for the entire time you occupy it. Pavilions are available on a first come, first serve basis. Contact the Parks and Recreation Administrative Offices at (972) 291-5130 to check availability and all reservations must be completed in person.

Disk Golf ParksLester Lorch Nature Preserve, located at 1823 Texas Plume Rd., offers 2 challenging 18-hole disc golf courses, Beaver and Coyote, and covers elevation changes, wooded areas and a pond. It is open to the public for casual play. South Hills course located on S. Clark Rd. offers a casual 9-hole course open for casual play.

POSTAL CUSTOMER

PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE

PAIDCEDAR HILL, TX

Permit No. 25

City of Cedar Hill285 Uptown Blvd., Bldg. 100Cedar Hill, TX 75104

Music in the ParkConcert Series

June 3 - Time Train

June 10 - Random Axis

June 17 - Hip Hop Hooray

June 24 - Road Crew

Variety Band

New & Old Classics

80's & 90's Hip Hop

Motown Funk

Valley Ridge ParkFridays 8:00pm

Food, Music, Fun!

Visit cedarhilltx.com/pard for info.

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Documents

2016 Summer Program Guide