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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-04 Euless Today2013 April Dear Citizens, As usual, April is busy, busy, busy. There are lots of great activities for your family and great ways to give back to the community. Help us clean up Euless the first weekend in April with Texas Trash Off and then safely dispose of your hazardous materials on April 20. The CPR Blitz April 12-13 is always a lot of work, but it's also a lot of fun and a great way to make some new friends. The election for Council Members will take place on May 11, 2013. Early voting will begin in April 29 at the Library and will be available through May 7. Congratulations to our Volunteer of the Year winners! The contributions you make to our FabEuless community are incredible. Thank you for all that you do to keep BUILDING A BETTER TOMORROW. WOP A-:)� Puna i�oH ©f EUL°ESS Volunteers of the Year Named for 2012 We're going to let you in on the secret of our great events. Shhhh. Don't tell anyone. It's our volunteers! Euless volunteers are the cream of the crop. They consistently give their time and energy to make our community FabEuless. In turn, the City of Euless honors volunteers each year to celebrate the dedication and service of these outstanding people. The Euless Historic Preservation Museum Set -Up Committee was named Volunteer of the Year for their work in creating a museum to honor the history of Euless. The museum opened in September and features priceless artifacts from as far back as the 1880s. It even has a replica of a wood porch inside the museum that was hand crafted by members of the committee in their spare time... Parks and Community Services Director Ray McDonald said, "I once read, 'Never doubt that a small, committed group of individuals can make such an impact in the lives of those they serve. Indeed, they're the only ones who ever have. I think this is an exact testament to the tireless commitment that the Museum Set - Up Committee has made to this community in preserving our history. What they have done, and continue to do, will touch lives in this community for generations." (continued on the next page) Euless Today is published by the City of Euless. 201 N. Ector Dr. ♦ Euless, TX 76039 ♦ 817-685-1400 ♦ eulessinfo@eulesstc.gov Euless Cable Channel 16 4 www.EulessTx.gov/MyEuless r b The Volunteer Business of the Year was presented to Thompson Group/Classic Chevrolet. Although they are not located in Euless, they provide a tremendous amount of support for local charities. They most recently hosted a golf tournament in October that benefitted five local charities, two of which directly support Euless residents. They were able to donate funds to the Trinity High School Angel Fund and G Stones Mission Network for both groups to continue their care for Euless residents. k:&iiiiiii!11jjjjjjjj1ii The Youth of the Year was given to Nicole Hyde. Nicole is a member of the Girls Awareness Program also known as the GAP Club from Trinity High School. This incredible group is devoted to the animal shelter and work to facilitate adoptions and foster pets. They are directly responsible for a significant decrease in the euthanasia rate of pets at the Euless Animal Shelter. Nicole fosters for the shelter and can always be counted on to help at the shelter whenever she is needed. She visits the shelter weekly and during the summer she regularly walks the dogs, clean cages, bathes dogs and provides needed TLC for pets while they are there. The Lifetime Contribution Award is given to a person or persons in Euless that have given of their time and efforts to the City of Euless throughout their life. This year, the Lifetime Contribution Award has been presented to J.R. Goad and John and Helen Voss. J. R. Goad has been involved in the Euless community for years. Goad will tell you he's "82% of 100" and loves to volunteer. He has served on the Economic Development Advisory Board, Euless Core Council, and the Child Abduction Response Team. Every year he volunteers for the Euless HazMat Day, Parade of Lights, Arbor Daze, Police Open House and Community Powered Revitalization. He also dedicates his time to the HEB ISD and has been a volunteer reader at Wilshire Elementary School for more than 20 years. He is a true asset for our community. Whether it be the Euless Citizen's Police Academy Alumni, Fire Academy Alumni, Euless Library Foundation, Euless Historical Preservation Committee or the First United Methodist Church in Euless, you will see evidence of the Voss family contributions of time, money and talent. Voss Parts has been a part of the Euless business community for many years. Most recently, Helen served as chair of the museum set-up committee and worked hard to orchestrate volunteers and organize keepsakes before the museum opening. John was usually called when help was needed at his church. If he was unable to take care of it personally, he hired someone to do it. He did not want recognition or accolades; it was simply the right thing to do. John recently passed away following a courageous battle with cancer. The Voss family has made an impact on the landscape of Euless that won't soon be forgotten. Our congratulations go out to all of this year's winners. The dedication of a volunteer's time and energy cannot be compared and we appreciate their love and admiration for Euless. Thank you for the time and energy that you spend to help make Euless great! Be a Crud Crusader! April 20, 9 - 11 a.m. Euless Municipal Complex, 201 N. Ector Dr. 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 such as 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. Child Safety Seat Check Point Thursday, April 18 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Campus West 1000 W. Airport Freeway The Child Safety Seat Task Force will provide a free test that will ensure your child safety seat is installed correctly and securely in your car. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that as many as 80 percent of all car seats are improperly installed. Many Euless Police officers are certified in the Child Safety Seat restraint system and will provide free checks throughout the year by appointment. Please call (817) 685-1686 to make an appointment. Library Closures The Library will be closed Saturday and Sunday (April 26 & 27) during the Arbor Daze festival. Alex Harvey Concert April 19, 7 p.m. Euless Public Library, 201 N. Ector Dr. Please join us for a wonderful show by Nashville singer and songwriter Alex Harvey. He is best known for soulful songs like "Reuben James" and "Delta Dawn." His songs touch the hearts of everyone in attendance. Light refreshments will be served and reservations are required. Please call 817- 685-1679 to make yours today. April Special Events Senior Center special events are for Euless Family Life Senior Center members. You must be over the age of 60 to become a member. 5 & 12 AARP Free Income Tax Prep 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 15 Dining Out 5 p.m. 17 Mystery Lunch 12:30 p.m. 18 Senior Dance $5 7 p.m. 19 Washer Tournament 10 a.m. 26 Arbor Daze Cake Turn In 3 p.m. 27-28 Arbor Daze *Registration is required for these activities one week prior! Don't wait to register at the last minute. If we do not have enough to make the class or event, we may have to cancel. Some activities have limited space available as well. Sign up today for the activities you are interested in. You may miss out if you wait too long! Best Chocolate Cake April 26 - 27 Winner - $25, 2nd Place - $15, 3rd Place - $10 Earn bragging rights and a little dough with the Best Chocolate Cake in Euless contest. It must be frosted and on a disposable plate or pan, (will not be returned to you) with your name, address and phone number on bottom. The cake can be made from scratch or mix. Please bring your cake entry to the senior center by 3 p.m. on April 26. Cakes will be taken to the Arbor Daze Festival on Saturday to be judged. The winner will be announced on Saturday at noon. Cake slices will be sold at the festival. Texas Trash Off Saturday, April 6, 9 a.m. - noon Meet at Villages of Bear Creek Park 1951 Bear Creek Parkway Volunteers are needed for the Annual Statewide Texas Trash Off. Grab a friend and meet us at the Villages of Bear Creek Park. When you arrive you will receive a trash bag, plastic gloves, and bottled water, everything that you will need for this event. You will then be assigned to various areas of our city to pick up trash to help beautify our community. Afterwards meet us back at the park for a free hot dog lunch including chips and a drink. For more information please contact Jerry Poteet at 817-685-1449 or jpoteet@eulesstx.gov - - Arbor Daze Volunteers Needed April 27 & 28 City Hall Complex, 201 N. Ector Drive Volunteers are needed for our National Award - Winning Arbor Daze Festival. We need over two hundred volunteers for the Kidz Zone, Tree Give - Away, Forestry Village and other exciting areas. Please sign up for your time slot by contacting 817-685-1449 or jpoteet@eulesstx.gov. Vendor applications are available at www.arbordaze.org. Arbor Daze 2013 April 27 (9 a.m. - 8 p.m.) April 28 (2 p.m. - 6 p.m.) Euless City Hall Complex, 201 N. Ector Dr. Sweet April showers, do spring May flowers and Arbor Daze! The roots of Arbor Daze were sprouted in 1988 and have since branched out to the festival we know today. A 26 year "Tree City LISA" recipient, the City of Euless is proud of their many "tree"-mendous accomplishments promoting Arbor Day. Each attendee of the festival will receive a free tree to plant in their yard and keep a good thing growing. Arbor Daze 2013 will feature great local entertainment, Arts and Crafts Booths, a Business Expo, the Arbor Dazzling Kidz Zone, an Art Expo, the Forestry Village and great food! Vendor applications and further details are available by visiting us at www.arbordaze.org. APRIL CLASSES / Euless Family Life Center, 300 W. Midway Dr. For complete descriptions, visit www.eulesstx.gov/eflc or on Facebook "Euless Parks & Community Services." EFLC 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 Strolling Striders 7-7:30pm 4/2 0+ T 9-10am FREE Fun Time for Learners 210002-04 4/1 3-5 M/W 9am-lpm 4/$127 Terrific Tuesday & Thursday 210003-04 4/2 3-5 T/TH 9am-lpm 4/$127 Fun Time Fridays 210010-04 4/5 3-5 F 9am-lpm 4/$62 YOUTH/TEEN ACTIVITIES 7-7:30pm 3/$85 Level 220002-07 4/9 4+ Under the Rim Basketball 210515-04 4/13 5-10 S 10-10:45am 3/$27 Parents Night Out 211112-04 4/5 6-12 F 6-9pm 1/$10 Young Spartan Boot Camp 210510-04 4/3 7-13 W 6-7pm 4/$26 Making the Cut Basketball 210520-10 4/8 7-14 M 4:30-5:15pm 4/$52 Making the Cut Basketball 210520-11 4/13 7-14 S 10:45-11:15am 3/$32 Making the Cut Basketball 210520-12 4/13 7-14 S 11:15-11:45am 3/$32 Zumbatomic 210316-04 4/1 8-12 M/W 5-6pm 4/$50 ADULT ACTIVITIES 8-8:30pm 3/$85 Boot Camp Cardio 210315-04 4/1 13+ M/TH 6-7pm 4/$37 Zumba 210300-04 4/1 13+ M/W 7-8pm 4/$42 You Can Oil Paint 210810-04 4/25 14+ TH 6-9pm 1/$37 Kempo Karate 210135-04 4/3 15+ W 7-9pm 4/$32 S 9-llam Pilates Mat 210320-07 4/1 15+ M/W 6-7pm 4/$50 Pilates Mat 210320-08 4/2 15+ T/TH 10:30-11:30am 4/$50 Zumba Toning 210325-04 4/2 15+ T/TH 9:30-10:30am 4/$50 Hatha Yoga 210330-04 4/9 16+ T/TH 7-8pm 3/$36 Boot Camp 210350-04 4/2 16+ T/TH/F 5:45-6:45am 4/$62/$42 Tai Chi Beginners 210305-04 4/2 16+ T 6-7pm 4/$40 Tai Chi Advanced 210306-04 4/2 16+ T 7-8pm 4/$40 Public Speaking 210710-02 4/23 16+ T 7-8:30pm 6/$32 Financial Planning 211002-02 4/9 18+ T 10-11am 1/FREE Brief Retreats 210700-02 4/9 18+ T 7-8pm 2/$22 Learn Numerology 210705-02 4/8 18+ M 7-8:30pm 4/$20 Social Security Questions 211004-02 4/18 18+ TH 10-11am 1/FREE DR PEPPER STARCENTER 1400 S. Pipeline, 76040, 817-267-4233 Tot Ice Skating 211161-04 4/6 3-4 S 11:15-11:45am 2/$30 Skate Like A Star 211162-07 4/6 5-13 S 11:15-11:45am 2/$30 Skate Like A Star 211162-08 4/9 5-13 T 6:45-7:15pm 2/$30 Adult Ice Skating 211165-04 4/9 14+ T 6:45-7:15pm 2/$30 SIMMONS ACTIVITY CENTER 508 Simmons Dr., 76040 Hapkido 210133-04 4/1 13+ M 7:30-9pm 4/$26 Urban Boot Camp 210340-04 4/1 13+ M/W 5:30-6:30am 4/$65 S 7:30-8:30am AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS All classes held at HEB Rehab Center 251 Westpark Way, Euless, 76040 Water Tots 220000-02 4/9 1-3 T/TH 6:30-7pm 3/$85 Level 220001-05 4/9 4+ T/TH 6:30-7pm 3/$85 Level 220001-06 4/9 4+ T/TH 7-7:30pm 3/$85 Level 220001-07 4/9 4+ T/TH 7:30-8pm 3/$85 Level 220001-08 4/9 4+ T/TH 8-8:30pm 3/$85 Level 220002-05 4/9 4+ T/TH 6:30-7pm 3/$85 Level 220002-06 4/9 4+ T/TH 7-7:30pm 3/$85 Level 220002-07 4/9 4+ T/TH 7:30-8pm 3/$85 Level 220002-08 4/9 4+ T/TH 8-8:30pm 3/$85 Level 220003-04 4/9 4+ T/TH 7-7:30pm 3/$85 Level 220003-05 4/9 4+ T/TH 7:30-8pm 3/$85 Level 220003-06 4/9 4+ T/TH 8-8:30pm 3/$85 Level 4 & 5 220004-03 4/9 4+ T/TH 7:30-8pm 3/$85 Level 4 & 5 220004-04 4/9 4+ T/TH 8-8:30pm 3/$85 Teen/Adult 220008-02 4/9 4+ T/TH 8-8:30pm 3/$85