HomeMy WebLinkAboutEuless Today 08/20111011 * August
Dear Citizens,
I hope you enjoy
the information
provided in this
newsletter. You
will see immed-
11 iately that this
issue focuses on safety in
Euless. From safer streets to
training for our firefighters,
to self-defense for our
residents, we are alert.
The Library has all sorts of
great programs and projects.
Especially the Purls of
Wisdom. If you have extra
K
laying around the
house, they can use it to
make hats for all ages.
This is the twelfth year that
Texas Star Golf Course has
hosted the Collegiate Players
Tour. We are honored to
have such great young
players on our golf course.
We always need help with
this event. Please call if you
would like to volunteer.
Do enjoy your summer and
keep safety foremost in your
activities. Euless is a
FABLILESS place to live and
play.
BIIOPUCANoF EULESS
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Euless Creates Safer Streets for Pedestrians,
Bicyclists and People with Disabilities
Euless residents may have seen
construction work on sidewalk ramps
at street intersections recently. Since
1990, any new sidewalks installed in
Euless have been built with ramps in
order to comply with the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Euless currently has both sidewalk
maintenance and street overlay
programs. These programs were created
to maintain our aging infrastructure.
During major improvements on a
street, such as a street overlay or
sidewalk rehabilitation, ramps are
either installed or reconstructed to
F meet current ADA standards.
Accessible sidewalks improve
pedestrian and bicycle safety and
enable people with disabilities to
reach their destination in the
community and to enjoy the benefits
of city services, programs and
activities.
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First Responders Focus on Gas Drilling Safety
The Euless Fire Department strives to provide
proactive training for firefighters on a regular basis.
Euless firefighters, along with emergency responders
from the Northeast Fire Department Association,
participated in a Gas Well Training class created by
Tarrant County College and Chesapeake Energy
Corporation. The course highlighted common drill
site risks, rescuing personnel if needed and mitigation
of a situation if one should occur.
The curriculum took place both in the classroom and
on site. For local responders, this is a new field where
training and communication are key. This training
will become more important as drilling increases.
especially for first responders, so they know what to
expect when arriving on the scene. The focus is on
safety.
Euless Fire Chief Wes Rhodes said of the class,
"Historically, emergencies at pad site locations have
proven to be extremely rare. However, as first
responders to an emergency, we want to ensure that
Euless firefighters are prepared for a call of this
nature."
Adult ESL Class for Beginners
English as a Second Language for Beginners is a free,
twelve -week class for adult (18 and older) students
who have never studied English or have very little
knowledge of the language. Registration will take place
August 1-31, and classes will start on September 6. The
class will meet on Tuesday afternoons from 1 - 2:30
p.m. Childcare is not provided and space is limited,
so please register early. Potential students may only
apply in person at the Adult Reference Desk.
ESL Conversation Club
The ESL Conversation Club meets Tuesday evenings
from 7 - 8:30 p.m. This club is open to intermediate
and advanced adult learners of English. Registration
is not required. Just show up ready to practice and
have fun. Childcare is not provided.
Yarn Donations Needed
The Purls of Wisdom needlework group needs yarn
donations. Preemie caps are given every three
months to the March of Dimes, and they are
immediately distributed to needy babies in local
hospitals in Tarrant County. Yarn for preemies must
be extra soft, and made from either cotton or acrylic.
Yarn is also used to make warm winter scarves for
homeless children and adults being assisted at
Union Gospel Mission in Downtown Fort Worth.
This is a wonderful way to get rid of unused items
and make a huge difference to others in your
community. Donations can be dropped off at the
Adult Reference desk. Thank you for your generous
support!
Free RAD Course for Residents
oilAugust 9, 16, 23 & 30 (6:30 p.m.)
The Euless Police Department is offering a free self-defense class for women called
pe Aggression Defense (RAD). This class includes verbal instruction, actual
daefensive
DEFENSE tactics techniques and a practical exercise. Classes will be held on Tuesday
®�®®® evenings in August. For details call 817-685-1686.
Collegiate Players Tee -Off for 2011 National Championship
at Texas Star Golf Course
As college students are beginning to think about the
start of school, there is one group of college golf
athletes who only have the National Championship
on their mind. The City of Euless and Texas Star
Golf Course are proud to host the Collegiate Players
Tour (CPT) National Championship the week of
August 8-11. Texas Star has been the host course for
the CPT National Championship for over twelve
years, and the golf course is in great condition to
host this collegiate event.
If you would like to be a part of this event,
volunteers are needed for spotters and shuttles on
the course during the event. Call the Golf Shop to
sign up at 817-685-7888.
"These college players are so full of energy and
enthusiasm, which quickly spreads throughout
Texas Star during this tournament," said Dan
Walden, Texas Star Head Golf Professional. "We
truly enjoy hosting this event each year and
watching these future golf professionals play
their heart out on our golf course."
The CPT is a nonprofit organization that was
founded in 1993. CPT founder and Executive
Director, Barry Rodenhaver, is a former Southern
Methodist University golf coach. State Farm
Insurance is the official sponsor of CPT and has
dedicated many volunteer hours preparing for
this event.
Fall Baseball League Registration
Fall Registration will begin on July 9 and end on August 21. Games will begin the week
of September 10, 2011. "A," "AA" and "AAA" Leagues will play an eight game season.
All "A" and "AA" games will be played on Saturdays. "AAA" games will be played on
Thursday night, during the months of September and October.
You may register your players individually by visiting the Euless Family Life Center located at 300 W. Mid-
way Dr. or register your "AA" or "AAA" team online at www.ParksAtTexasStar.com. For questions, e-mail us
at pats@eulesstx.gov. Leagues are based on age as of April 30, 2012.
Euless Family Life Senior Center 300 W. Midway Dr. 817-685-1671
HOURS: MON/TUES/WED/FRI: 6:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. / THURS: 6:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
August Events
Date Event Price
Time
Wednesdays Root Beer Floats $.50
1 P.M.
5 Hamburgers $2
11:45 a.m.
12 Bingo & Potluck
10 a.m.
12 Afternoon Movie "Mall Cop"
12:30 p.m.
19 Hot Dog Luncheon $2
11:45 a.m.
& Homemade Ice Cream
26 Breakfast $2
9 a.m.
Allen Outlet Mall Shopping
9:30 a.m.
*Registration ends one week prior to event unless noted and is required for all activities.
Homemade Ice Cream
Friday, August 19, $2, 11:45 a.m.
Homemade strawberry or vanilla ice cream served with hot
dog lunch.
Shop Till You Drop At the Allen Outlet Mall!
August 26, 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Get away for the day enjoying the many shops at Allen Outlet, have lunch and just relax or maybe find a
bargain while you browse at the Gap, Polo, Ann Taylor, & Wilson Leather Goods plus many more.
Anglers
Wilshire
Saturday, August 20, 9 a.m. - noon
Wilshire Park, 315 Sierra Dr.
Join us at Wilshire Park for a great day of family fun! The Texas Junior Anglers
organization will stock Wilshire pond with 500 pounds of catfish. It's absolutely
free and equipment will be available for all the kids who need it. Great prizes will
be given out in various age groups and categories. The tournament is for kids
only, but parents may fish after the competition. Call 817-685-1666 for more
information.
Aquatics Seasonal Hours
MIDWAY SWIMMING POOL
May 27 - August 21
August 27 - 28
September 3 - 5
Monday - Saturday, 1 p.m. - 8 p.m
Sunday, 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
SOUTH EULESS SWIMMING POOL
May 28 - August 7
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday, 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
WILSHIRE SWIMMING POOL
May 28 - August 7
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, 1 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday, 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Euless Today Historical Trivia
Play historical trivia! Give
the correct answer and �u�e55
win a prize. Go to
www.eulesstx.gov/history Historical Preservation Committee
and click on Elisha Adam and Judy Trigg Euless, answer
the following questions correctly and win a chance to
receive $25 off of any membership or class offered at
the Euless Family Life Center or $25 off any facility
rental fee.
• What year did Elisha Adam Euless and Judy Trigg
marry?
• Was Mr. Euless a democrat or a republican?
• Where was Elisha Adam Euless originally from?
• How much money did Mr. Euless bring with him
when he moved here with his family?
t CONGRATULATIONS to Sherry Richardson, winner of
the last Historical Trivia contest. Sherry correctly
answered the following questions: When were the Himes
Log House, Fuller House and McCormick Barn moved to
Heritage Park? Answer: Himes Log House—December,
2000; Fuller House -1994; McCormick Barn—summer
of 2005. Sherry won $25 off classes offered at the
Euless Family Life Center. Congratulations Sherry! Look
for more opportunities to play historical trivia in
upcoming issues of Euless Today. Call 817-685-1649 or
email ofaiva-siale@eulesstx.gov with your answers.
AUGUST CLASSES
Euless Family Life Center 300 W. Midway Dr. 817-685-1666
HOURS: M-TH: 5:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. / FRI: 5:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. / SAT: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. / SUN: 1 - 6 p.m.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
CLASS#
BEG
AGE
DAY
TIME
#WKS
Mommy & Me and Gym
310181-02
8/1
18-30m
M
6-6:45pm
5/$57
Art for Twoosy Doodlers
310004-03
8/3
20-36M
W
3:30-4:30pm
4/$40
Art for Mini Doodlers
310005-03
8/3
3-5
W
5-6pm
4/$40
Tap & Ballet
310200-02
8/6
3-6
S
10-10:45am
4/$52
Hip Hop/Jazz
310208-02
8/6
3-6
S
11-11:45am
4/$52
Gymnastics Pre -K
310210-02
8/1
3-6
M
5-5:45pm
5/$57
Cheerleading
310215-02
8/1
3-7
M
7-7:50pm
5/$62
YOUTH /TEEN ACTIVITIES
CLASS#
BEG
AGE
DAY
TIME
#WKS
Lil' Dribblers
310515-03
8/6
5-9
S
10-10:45am
4/$35
ADULT ACTIVITIES
CLASS#
BEG
AGE
DAY
TIME
#WKS
Cardio Dance & Sculpt
310315-03
8/1
13+
M/TH
6-7pm
4/$26
Hatha Yoga
310330-03
8/9
13+
T/TH
7-8pm
3/$36
Boot Camp
310350-03
8/2
16+
T/TH/F 5:45-6:45am
4/$68
Zumba
310300-03
8/1
13+
M/W
7-8pm
5/$62
Tai Chi
310306-03
8/3
18+
W
6-7pm
5/$40
Digital Photography
310830-03
8/3
16+
W
7-8pm
4/$45
You Can Oil Paint
310810-03
8/18
14+
TH
6-9pm
1/$37
Protecting What's Important
311003-01
8/9
18+
T
10-11:30am
FREE
Hapkido
310133-03
8/8
13+
M
7:30-9pm
4/$25
SUMMER CAMPS
CLASS#
BEG
AGE
DAY
TIME
#WKS
Adventure in Art Camp
311155-02
8/8
7-10
M-TH
9-11:45am
1/$110
Basketball Camp
311180-03
8/8
7-14
M -F
10am-12pm
1/$75
Active Kids Camp
311113-01
8/1
8-12
M-TH
1-3pm
1/$70
Dr Pepper StarCenter / 1400 S. Pipeline 76040 /
817-267-4233
AGE DAY
CLASS#
BEG
AGE
DAY
TIME
#WKS .15
Tot Ice Skating 311161-03
8/6
3-4
S
11:15am-11:45am
2/$30
Skate Like a Star 311162-05
8/2
5-13
T
6:15-6:45pm
2/$30
Skate Like a Star 311162-06
8/6
5-13
S
10:45-11:15am
2/$30
Adult Ice Skating 311165-03
8/2
14+
T
6:45-7:15pm
2/$30
Midway Pool (300 W. Midway Dr.) / Wilshire Pool (315 Sierra Dr.) / South Euless Pool (600 S. Main St.)
WATER AEROBICS & WELLNESS CLASS#
BEG
AGE DAY
LOC TIME #WKS
Water Aerobics/ Wellness 320011-05
8/1
17+ M/W/F
MP 8-8:50am 4/$36
Water Aerobics/ Wellness* 320011-06
8/1
17+ M/W
WP 7:30-8:20pm 4/$34
Deep Water Dynamics* 320012-03
8/3
17+ T/TH
SEP 7:30-8:20pm 4/$34
*Evening Combo Class: sign up for both classes for a total body workout at a discounted rate of $60.
Classes held at both Wilshire and South Euless Pools.