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Home My WebLink About2011-10 Euless Today1011 October rr � Dear Citizens, Now that the weather has cooled down it's time to replenish those shrubs and trees that could not survive the long, hot summer. If you have questions about what and how to plant material for our area the Parks Department is just a phone call away. October is a busy month with activities in the Library, Parks, Neighborhoods, Schools and Police and Fire Open Houses. The Police and Fire Open House is a wonderful opportunity for citizens to meet our Safety Experts as well as the many Alumni Volunteers. There will be activities for all ages. The Library Book Sale benefits many activities in our Library and all items are very inexpensive. It's time to apply for Boards and Commissions. There are many ways to Volunteer and with all the activities in Euless we need Volunteers. Enjoy the cool weather! THE OFFICIAL ' PUBLICATION OF EUUSS • Stage One Watering Restrictions Implemented In an effort to conserve water supplies, Euless is implementing Stage One Watering Restrictions on August 29. Stage One limits outdoor watering to two -days a week. Current time -of -day restrictions, prohibiting outdoor watering between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., will remain in effect. This restriction applies to watering with sprinklers or irrigation systems. Hand watering, soaker hoses and drip/bubbler systems, used to protect home foundations or tend to trees and shrubs, are allowed anytime. Start weaning your lawn now from water dependence by watering deeply and infrequently. Light daily sprinkling does little to alleviate stress of plants growing in hot, dry soil. Give plants a weekly soaking at a depth of 4-5 inches. Water deeply once a week and your soil retains moisture for several days. Think of your soil as a sponge. If you water too long, the soil reaches a saturation point and water flows into the gutter. Many soils will not take an inch of water before runoff occurs, so break up the watering into segments to give the earth time to soak up the water. For example, water for 15 minutes and then let it soak for 45 minutes. This allows moisture to penetrate deep into the soil where roots can readily absorb it. KNOW YOUR WATERING SCHEDULE: Monday - no watering allowed Tuesday/Friday - Commercial sites (apartments, businesses, parks) Wednesday/Saturday - Residential addresses ending in 0, 2, 4, 6, 8 Thursday/Sunday - Residential addresses ending in 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 Euless Today is published by the City of Euless 201 N. Ector Dr. ♦ Euless, TX 76039 1 817-685-1400 ♦ eulessinfo@eulessbc.gov Euless Cable Channel 16 ♦ www.EulessTx.gov/MyEuless Reclaimed Water Keeps Euless Green The City of Euless PROUD USER 0+ has begun using reclaimed water G�� from the Village Creek Wastewater P%water Treatment Plant in (OWI NG MAU 161 I6T111614HATi6N6 Fort Worth to irrigate Texas Star Golf Course, Softball World and the Parks at Texas Star. The Texas Star Sports Complex is comprised of over 300 acres of land. Reclaimed or "recycled" water is produced from the water we use and discard every day. After proper treatment, it is ideal for many non - drinking purposes such as landscape watering. Reclaimed water is quickly becoming a valuable resource and is a practical method of relieving the demand on potable water supplies. Every gallon of reclaimed water used for outdoor watering represents a gallon of potable water saved for drinking. Since it is treated wastewater, it is not subject to drought restrictions and may provide additional nutrients to the turf, which makes good environmental sense. By using reclaimed water, we're working together to protect our environment now and in the future. It provides an efficient use of the region's water resources while conserving valuable water supplies. CPR Stat! Homes in Hurst, Euless and Bedford will be revitalized in 40 the third joint blitz on October 14-15. Volunteers are needed G..R. for home repair, painting, landscaping, light construction, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and roofing. There is something for everyone no matter your skill level. Site captains and experienced team leaders will be on site at each home to lead the effort. Sign up to volunteer today by visiting www.6stones.org. Be a Crud Crusader! On Saturday, October 8, bring your crud to the Crud Cruiser at 0 the Euless Municipal Complex, 201 N. Ector Dr. from 9 - 11 a.m. a Space is limited. The mobile collection unit can accept material from approximately 125 households. If the unit reaches its capacity before you arrive, you may deliver your materials to the Environmental Collection Center (ECC) in east Fort Worth. You may also bring any small electrical appliance you would like to recycle... computers, monitors, radios, VCRs, stereos, clocks, hair dryers, lawnmowers, and office equipment. For a complete list of what the Crud Cruiser and the ECC will accept, please call 817-685-1410 or visit www.eulesstx.gov/hazmat. Board & Commission Appointments The City of Euless is currently accepting applications for volunteer positions on various Boards and Commissions to be appointed in October. Time and frequency of meetings vary, depending upon the board or commission on which you serve. The following Boards and Commissions will have openings: Civil Service Commission, HEB Teen Court Advisory Board, Historical Preservation Committee, Library Board, Parks and Leisure Services Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, and the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Applications and additional information can be found online at www.eulesstx.gov/cso or you may also contact the City Secretary's Office at 817-685-1434. Applications are due by Friday, October 7, 2011. Public Safety Open Houses Saturday, October 1, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Police & Courts, 1102 W. Euless Blvd. Fire Station #3, 202 S. Main St. The Euless Police and Fire Departments will both host Open Houses. Both events will have activities for children, tours of the facilities, and members of the Citizen Emergency Response Team, Citizen's Fire, Police Academy Alumni and Citizens on Patrol. Plus, visit with clowns from the S.A.F.E.T.Y. Troop, along with Sprinkles, the police department's safety clown. These events are free, and everyone is invited! National Night Out Tuesday, October 4 The 28th Annual National Night Out, America's night out against crime, will be observed the evening of Tuesday, October 4. Neighborhoods across Euless are sponsoring block parties, cookouts and visits from police and fire representatives. Over 35 million people in more than 11,000 communities across all fifty states participated last year. So, turn your porch light on, organize a block parry, and "fight back" against crime in your community. You can request a visit by representatives of the fire department at 817-685-1600 or a police representative at 817-685-1536. Firefighters, as well as the fire safety clowns, will be out visiting various organized block parties around town. Protect Your Family From Fire During Fire Prevention Week October 9-15 is Fire Prevention Week. Protect your family from fire. What's the best way to protect your family from fire? Be ahead of the game, of FirePreventionWeek.org course. With more than 360,000 home fires reported in the United States vl�, Protect Your Family From Fi in 2009, according to the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), your best defense is a good offense. This year's campaign focuses on preventing the leading causes of home fires -- cooking, heating and electrical equipment, as well as candles and smoking materials. We urge you to protect your home and family with life-saving technology and planning. The Euless Fire Department S.A.F.E.T.Y. Troop clowns will be presenting their fire safety message to all Euless students in the first through sixth grades during this time. If you have kids in elementary school, talk to them about fire safety to help reinforce the message. Golf Weather is Here! October is a great time to enjoy Texas Star. The cool weather is a great complement to the challenging Texas Star Course. You can't beat the outdoor patio at Raven's Grille, quiet mornings, relaxing afternoons, and a great view of the 18th green. Reserve your tee time today. Mahe the Holidays E. on Yourself This Year The Holidays are just around the corner and will be here before you know it. Plan ahead this year and book your Holiday parties at the Texas Star Conference Centre. Reserve a room and leave all the work to us. No set up, no clean up, no cooking, no prep! Rooms can be decorated to suit your social function, and we have an experienced parry planner onsite to assist with creative ideas and planning requests. With 7,000 square feet of divisible space, Texas Star can accommodate a Texas -sized party of 320 people or can be divided into smaller rooms to provide the perfect setting for intimate dinners. The rooms are enhanced by a wall of glass doors that overlook a winding creek and the 18th green of our award-winning championship golf course. Call 817-685-7888 for more information. Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale October 14, 15, & 16 The Euless Library Foundation (ELF) Fall Book Sale is just around the corner. Join us for some great deals on previously read books. Proceeds benefit the Euless Public Library. Friday, October 14 $5 entrance fee (free for ELF members) 2-5p.m. Saturday, October 15 Free Admittance 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday, October 16 Free Admittance 1 - 3 p.m. JI1'J'k4'v:�I *1 • Stars Over Euless - Noble Planetarium Saturday, October 1, 8 — 9:30 p.m., Bob Eden Park, 901 W. Mid -Cities Did you know that the Moon is orbiting the Earth at about 2,300 miles per hour? And that it takes the moon about 27 days to travel completely around the Earth. Noble Planetarium Director Linda Krouse will conduct a power point presentation on different elements in the nighttime sky. Members of the Fort Worth Astronomical Society will also bring out powerful telescopes so kids can gaze into outer space and learn about the order and function of stars and planets in the sky. We will have drinks and snacks for all participants and the entire event is absolutely free for everyone! •l' 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. Senior Games of Euless, October 10-14 Come join the fun! Games include shuffleboard toss, Wii bowling, basketball free throw, softball pitching, washers, putting green, and darts. The Awards ceremony will be held on Oct. 14 at 11 a.m. Medals will be awarded to top three. Free lasagna lunch for all participants, following the awards ceremony ($2 for non -participants). Register at the front desk beginning Sept. 26. October Events Date Event Price Time 5 *State Fair of Texas 8:30 a.m. 6 *Perimeter Diabetic Footwear Seminar 10 a.m. 7 *Empowering Seniors Expo 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Campus West (Free lunch with registration) 7 Hamburger(Lunch) $2 11:45 a.m. 14 Senior Games Award Ceremony 11 a.m. Lasagna Lunch $2 11:45 a.m. Movie - Mama Mia 12:30 p.m. 18 *Stepping Stone Class $5 1 P.M. 19 *Ladies Day Out 9:30 a.m. 21 AARP Mature Driving $12 & $14 9 a.m. Hot Dog Lunch $2 11:45 a.m. 27 Ask the Doctor? 10 a.m. Blood Pressure Check 10 a.m. 28 Breakfast (biscuits & gravy) $2 9 a.m. *Grapevine Mills Aquarium & Shopping 9:30 a.m. 31 *Halloween Costume Contest ($25 to winner) 10 a.m. *Registration is required for these activities two weeks prior to the activity. Must have 10 for the activity to make. For detailed event descriptions, please visit www.eulesstx.gov/pacs/seniorcenter.htm OCTOBER CLASSES For a more complete descriptions, visit www.eulesstx.gov/eflc or on Facebook ("Euless Parks & Community Services"). Euless Family Life Center 300 W. Midway Dr. 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 Signing Time Academy 110020-01 10/4 4m -10y T 10:30-11:30am 4/$55 Signing Time Academy 110020-02 10/1 4m -10y S 11:30am-12:30pm 4/$55 Independent Two's 110001-02 10/3 2 M 9am-12:30pm 4/$45 Signing Time Holiday Crafts 110015-01 10/22 2-11 S 10-11am 1/$17 Art for Twoosy Doodlers 110004-02 10/5 20mo-3y W 9:30-10:30am 4/$40 Art for Mini Doodlers 110005-02 10/5 3-5 W 5-6pm 4/$40 Fun Time for Learners 110002-02 9/26 3-5 M/W 9am-lpm 4/$102 Terrific Tuesday & Thursday 110003-02 9/27 3-5 T/TH 9am-lpm 4/$102 Fun Fridays Pre -School 110010-02 10/7 3-5 F 9am-lpm 4/$62 Polynesian Dance 110209-02 10/19 4-6 W 6-6:45pm 5/$57 YOUTH/TEEN ACTIVITIES Lil' Dribblers 110515-02 10/1 5-9 S 10-10:45am 4/$35 You Can Paint Youth 110815-02 10/13 5-13 TH 4-5:30pm 1/$22 Beginner Drum/Percussion 111011-02 9/27 6-15 T 3:45-4:30pm 4/$25 Making the Cut Basketball 110520-02 10/1 8-14 S 10:45-11:15am 4/$42 ADULT ACTIVITIES Cardio Dance & Sculpt 110315-02 10/3 13+ M/TH 6-7pm 4/$23 Hatha Yoga 110330-02 10/4 13+ T/TH 7-8pm 4/$45 Zumba 110300-02 10/3 13+ M/W 7-8pm 4/$52 Hapkido 110133-02 10/3 13+ M 7:30-9pm 4/$26 You Can Oil Paint 110810-02 10/13 14+ TH 6-9pm 1/$37 Basic Chinese 111008-02 10/4 14+ T 7-8pm 4/$30 Basic Stained Glass 110800-02 10/4 15+ T 10am-12pm 3/$50 Boot Camp 110350-02 10/4 16+ T/TH/F 5:45-6:45am 4/$68 30 Min Body Express 110355-02 10/24 16+ M/W 7-7:30pm 6/$22 Abs & Assets 110400-02 10/24 16+ M/W 7:35-8:05pm 6/$22 Digital Photography 110830-02 10/5 16+ W 7-8pm 4/$45 Protecting What's Important 111002-02 10/20 18+ TH 10-11:30am FREE Retirement Has Changed 111004-02 10/11 18+ T 10-11:30am FREE FAMILY CHALLENGE SERIES Couples Crystal Ball 111045-02 10/6 18+ TH 7-8:30pm 1/$50 The Young Family 111050-02 10/13 18+ TH 7-8:30pm 1/$50 The Not -So -Empty -Nest 111055-02 10/20 18+ TH 7-8:30pm 1/$50 Our Aging Parents 111060-02 10/27 18+ TH 7-8:30pm 1/$50 WATER AEROBICS & WELLNESS Classes held at the Trinity High School Natatorium Water Aerobics/ Wellness 120011-03 10/3 17+ M/W/TH 11-11:45am 4/$42 Water Aerobics/ Wellness 120011-04 10/3 17+ M/T/TH 7-7:45pm 4/$42