HomeMy WebLinkAboutEuless Today 05/20131013 � May
Dear Citizens,
Spring is here and
summer is on its way
and we are excited to
let you know our
new Euless Aquatic
Center will be
IN opened on May 25!
We hope you have watched some of
the construction on Midway Drive
and can see all the wonderful parts
going in on the Aquatic Center.
May features many special events for
the entire family. From concerts at
the library to movies in the park to
the aquatic center grand opening,
our staff works hard to plan great
events for our citizens. Enjoy the
spring weather while it lasts and join
us for our many fun events.
Our Hurst -Euless -Bedford In-
dependent School District
Superintendent, Dr. Gene Buinger, is
retiring and we send many thanks
for his service to our community.
He has made our community a
better place and we thank him and
send best wishes for a relaxing
retirement.
Our municipal and school board
elections will be held on Saturday,
May I1. Please take the time to get
out and vote. It is your duty and
privilege as an American Citizen.
And, don't forget to VOLUNTEER for
some of our many opportunities to
help others. We are Building a Better
Community for our future.
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City of Euless General & Special Elections
The City of Euless will hold the City Council candidates election on
Saturday, May 11, 2013, to elect Council Members to serve in Place 1, 3
and 4. For questions, please visit www.eulesstx.gov or call 817-685-1400.
Councilmember, Councilmember, Councilmember, Place 4
Place 1 Place 3 (unexpired term-)
Tim Stinneford Darl Easton Warren Wilson
Bruce German Linda Martin Linda Eilenfeldt
Earlv Voting~ Schedule
City of Euless Library, 201 N. Ector Drive, Euless, Texas 76039
April 29 - May 3 Mon - Fri 8 a.m. - 5 p.m
May 4 Sat 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
May 5 Sun 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
May 6 - 7 Mon - Tues 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Additional early voting locations are available throughout Tarrant County.
To locate them, go to tarrantcounty.com and click on Election Information.
You must be registered by April 11 in order to vote in the May Elections.
Election Day Polling Places
(Saturday, May 11, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
City of Euless Library
201 N. Ector Drive, Euless, 76039
Bear Creek Elementary School
401 Bear Creek Drive, Euless, 76039
Ballots By Mail
Applications for a ballot by mail must be received by mail no later than
May 3 and should be mailed to:
Tarrant County Elections
P.O. Box 961011,
Fort Worth, Texas 76161-0011
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G Stones Black & Proceeds will benefit 6 Stones' initiatives to support
HEB ISD students. Operation Back 2 School provides
Blue Run for Hope backpacks and school supplies to economically
May 18, 8 a.m. disadvantaged students. For the past four years,
Pennington Field, 1501 Central Dr. students in all 19 HEB elementary schools have received
Are you thinking about wanting to get into supplies, but 6 Stones is hoping to provide supplies to
shape? How about training for an event that :the junior high and high school students.
can help our local families in need? Proceeds will also support the Dr. Gene and Mary Kay
Participate in the first 6 Stones Black and Buinger Scholarship Fund. More than 58% of students
Blue Run for Hope. There will be a 10k, 5k e believe they can't attend college due to economic
and 1 mile fun run open to all ages. challenges. 6 Stones wants to provide a brighter future
Activities include a live band, food and fun for each student recipient. Get more information and
for the whole family! register online at www.6stones.org/run.
Dog Daze 2013
May 11, 8 a.m. — noon
Euless Public Works Facility
1513 Westpark Way
Rabid skunks were found recently in neighboring
cities. Your dog's best defense is to get vaccinated.
Low-cost vaccinations will be available for Euless
dogs. Heartworm testing and prevention is also
available along with a limited number of mi-
crochips. For more information, please contact
the Euless Animal Shelter at 817-685-1594 or visit
www.eulesstx.gov/animal.
Vaccinations:
• Rabies
• DHPP
• DHLPP
0 Kennel Cough
Trinity GAP Club Pet Fair
May 18, 10 a. m. - 2 p.m.
Trinity High School Parking Lot,
500 N. Industrial Blvd.
The Trinity High
School Girls Awareness
Program (GAP) Club is
hosting a Pet Fair. The
event will provide low
cost vaccinations (10
a.m.-1 p.m.), low cost
micro -chipping, pro-
fessional photos, dog
bathing, and nail trimming. The Euless Animal
Shelter will have pets available for adoption.
You can visit the www. tri nitygap rescue. org
website anytime for adoptable pets.
The GAP Club is an all -girl service club devoted
to the Animal Shelter. These ladies work
tirelessly to adopt pets from the animal shelter,
which significantly reduces the euthanasia rate.
They host fundraisers to pay for vaccinations,
spay, neutering, and other medical needs. In
addition, the teens foster pets and spend their
free time in the shelter to walk, groom, and care
for the pets that reside there. Please come out
and support this great group.
Mother's Day Brunch
May 12, Seating times available between
10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Everyone loves mom! The celebration of Mother's Day is
observed around the world, although the dates and
months may vary from country to country. Mother's Day
is the occasion to honor the special women in our lives
who nurture and guide us through our lives. We have
made it easy to pamper Mom this year. We can
accommodate large and small groups. Please call 817-
685-1847 for reservations. Adults : $19.95, Children
3-9: $9.95, Children 2 & under: Free.
Happy Hour on the Patio
at Raven's Grille
Mondays - Thursdays in May, 5-7 p.m.
It's hard to beat spring weather, a view of the 18th green
and relaxing tunes while dining on Raven's Grille
cuisine. It's a great way to unwind and enjoy the
beautiful weather with special appetizers and drink
pricing during the month of May. Happy Hour on the
patio is a great way to celebrate the half -way point of
the week.
Christopher McGuire
Concert
May 13, 7 p.m.
Classical guitarist Christopher McGuire's direct
influences range from private lessons with
Maestro Segovia to jam sessions with Stevie Ray
Vaughn. In October of 2005, Christopher
shared the stage with the legendary Van
Cliburn in a tribute concert for Fort Worth
philanthropist Roz Rosenthal. Please join us for
this engaging performance style that invites
people of all ages to feel they are taking part,
not just taking a seat.
May The 4th Be With You!
Saturday, May 4
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Celebrate all things Star Wars at the library.
Costumes are encouraged, but not required.
Teen Book Club Thursday
May 16, 4:30 p.m.
Ask at the Youth Desk for more information.
Euless Library
Foundation Book Sale
May 17 - 19
The book sale is just around the corner. Great
finds at great prices! Proceeds benefit the Library.
Fri., May 17: 2-5 p.m. ($5 entry)
Sat., May 18: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sun., May 19:1-3 p.m.
May 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.
May 3
Bass Pro Shop
9 a.m.
May 8
Mesquite Rodeo
$16
12:30 p.m.
May 10
Mother's Day Lunch
$2
11:20 a.m.
May 17
Wii Bowling Tournament
9 a.m.
May 22
Mystery Lunch
12:30 p.m.
May 24
Mystery Trip
$10
9:30 a.m.
May 27
Closed for Holiday
May 31
Pizza
$2
11:20 a.m.
*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!
Summer Camp Registration
Saturday May 4, 7 a.m.
Euless Family Life Center
300 W. Midway, Euless, 76039
Summer is right
around the corner.
Keep your children
active and entertained
with the City of Euless •.
Summer Camp
Program. Proof of
residency is required
(photo ID and current
utility bill). A $10 non-refundable, non-transferrable
deposit is due per week, per participant at the time of
registration. Registration will remain open until weeks
are filled, at which time your child can be placed on a
waiting list at no charge. A registration packet will be
available on line at www.eulesstx.gov/pacs.
Movies in the Park
The City of Euless will show great family movies in our
beautiful parks this summer. Bring your favorite pillow
and blanket and stretch out under the stars. Popcorn
and refreshments are available for purchase while
watching a movie in our FabEuless parks.
Please help the fight against local hunger by bringing
one canned good per person to be donated to local
food pantries.
Summer Movie Series:
Wreck -It Ralph
Saturday, May 18, 8:30 p.m.
Bear Creek Amphitheater
1951 Bear Creek Pkwy
Angels in the Outfield
Saturday, June 15, 8:30 p.m.
Bear Creek Amphitheater
1951 Bear Creek Pkwy
Surfs Up
Saturday, July 20, 8:30 p.m.
Euless Family Life Aquatic Center
300 W. Midway Drive
Euless Aquatic Center
Grand Opening
Saturday, May 25, 10 a.m.
Euless Family Life Center
300 W. Midway Dr.
Help us celebrate the grand opening of the
new Euless Aquatic Center! This event will
be jam-packed with live entertainment,
games, and much more! Bring your kids for
a swim evaluation and learn about the
aquatics programs and events we will offer
this year. Take advantage of our low rates
and sign up for individual or family
memberships, or schedule a rental at one of
our three pools. For more information, call
the Euless Family Life Center at (817) 685-
1666.
MAY CLASSES
/ Euless Family Life Center, 300 W. Midway Dr.
For complete descriptions, visit www.eulesstx.gov/eflc or on Facebooh "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
Fun Time for Learners
210002-05
4/29
3-5
M/W
9am-lpm
4/$127
Terrific Tuesday & Thursday
210003-05
4/30
3-5
T/TH
9am-lpm
4/$127
Fun Time Fridays
210010-05
5/3
3-5
F
9am-lpm
4/$62
Under the Rim Basketball
210515-05
5/11
4-9
S
10-10:45am
3/$29
YOUTHaEEN ACTIVITIES
210320-10
4/30
15+
T/TH
10:30-11:30am
4/$50
Parents Night Out
211112-05
5/3
6-12
F
6-9pm
1/$10
Young Spartan Boot Camp
210510-05
5/1
7-13
W
6-7pm
4/$26
Making the Cut Basketball
210520-13
5/11
7-14
S
10:45-11:15am
3/$34
Making the Cut Basketball
210520-15
5/13
7-14
M
4:15-4:45pm
3/$34
Making the Cut Basketball
210520-16
5/13
7-14
M
4:45-5:15pm
3/$34
Zumbatomic
210316-05
4/29
8-12
M/W
5-6pm
4/$50
ADULT ACTIVITIES
Boot Camp Cardio
210315-05
5/6
13+
M/TH
6-7pm
3/$32
Zumba
210300-05
5/6
13+
M/W
7-8pm
3/$37
You Can Oil Paint
210810-05
5/23
14+
TH
6-9pm
1/$37
Kempo Karate
210135-05
5/1
15+
W
7-9pm
4/$32
Level
220001-12
5/7
4+
S
9-llam
3/$85
Pilates Mat
210320-09
4/29
15+
M/W
6-7pm
4/$50
Pilates Mat
210320-10
4/30
15+
T/TH
10:30-11:30am
4/$50
Zumba Toning
210325-05
4/30
15+
T/TH
9:30-10:30am
4/$50
Hatha Yoga
210330-05
5/7
16+
T/TH
7-8pm
3/$36
Boot Camp
210350-05
4/30
16+
T/TH/F 5:45-6:45am
4/$62/$42
Tai Chi Beginners
210305-05
4/30
16+
T
6-7pm
4/$40
Tai Chi Advanced
210306-05
4/30
16+
T
7-8pm
4/$40
TRX Basic
210335-03
4/30
16+
T/TH
11-11:45am
4/$60
TRX Basic
210335-04
4/30
16+
T/TH
12-12:45pm
4/$60
Navigating Your Adventure
211003-02
5/16
18+
TH
10-11am
1/FREE
DR PEPPER STARCENTER
1400 S. Pipeline, 76040, 817-267-4233
Tot Ice Skating
211161-05
5/11
3-4
S
11:15-11:45am
2/$30
Skate Like a Star
211162-09
5/7
5-13
T
6:45-7:15pm
2/$30
Skate Like a Star
211162-10
5/11
5-13
S
11:15-11:45am
2/$30
Adult Ice Skating
211165-05
5/7
13+
T
6:45-7:15pm
2/$30
SIMMONS ACTIVITY CENTER
508 Simmons Dr.,
76040
Hapkido
210133-05
4/29
13+
M
7:30-9pm
4/$26
Urban Boot Camp
210340-05
4/29
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
220000-03
5/7
1-3
T/TH
6:30-7pm
3/$85
Level
220001-09
5/7
4+
T/TH
6:30-7pm
3/$85
Level
220001-10
5/7
4+
T/TH
7-7:30pm
3/$85
Level
220001-11
5/7
4+
T/TH
7:30-8pm
3/$85
Level
220001-12
5/7
4+
T/TH
8-8:30pm
3/$85
Level
220002-09
5/7
4+
T/TH
6:30-7pm
3/$85
Level
220002-10
5/7
4+
T/TH
7-7:30pm
3/$85
Level
220002-11
5/7
4+
T/TH
7:30-8pm
3/$85
Level
220002-12
5/7
4+
T/TH
8-8:30pm
3/$85
Level
220003-07
5/7
4+
T/TH
7-7:30pm
3/$85
Level
220003-08
5/7
4+
T/TH
7:30-8pm
3/$85
Level
220003-09
5/7
4+
T/TH
8-8:30pm
3/$85
Level 4 & 5
220004-05
5/7
4+
T/TH
7:30-8pm
3/$85
Level 4 & 5
220004-06
5/7
4+
T/TH
8-8:30pm
3/$85
Teen/Adult
220008-03
5/7
4+
T/TH
8-8:30pm
3/$85