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Home My WebLink About2016-04 Euless Today1016*April THE CITY OF THE ow& PUBLICATION OF EULESS A Y Did you know... You can protect your home from fire damage by removing Christmas lights as soon as the holidays are over? Dear Citizens, You'll notice a lot of events and talk about trees in this issue. From our Historic Tree Grove to Arbor Daze and our annual free tree giveaway, Euless loves trees. First, on April 9, I encourage you to visit Euless Heritage Park and Museum. Andy Weinzapfel will be presenting a program about historic trees in our community. While at the museum, take a look at a 1944 aerial photograph on display. It was taken by Earnest Millican Jr., and what 1 find most noticeable, is the lack of trees. When you see the photo, you will realize that almost every tree in our city was planted. And to continue our history of tree planting, you will want to pick up your free tree at this year's Arbor Daze festival on April 23. Arbor Daze is a one -day event this year and will be held at the Euless Family Life Center, but as always, you can expect to have a great time. The Euless City Council Linda Martin Mayor Tim Stinneford Mayor Pro Tem Place 1 Jeremy Tompkins Place 2 Eddie Price Place 3 Linda Eilenfeldt Place 4 Harry Zimmer Place 5 Perry Bynum Place 6 * COMMUNITY N mitre 817-685-1400 www.eulesstxgov Early Voting for the May General Election The City of Euless will be holding a City Council candidate election on Saturday, May 7, 2016. Early voting begins April 25 and runs through May 3. Euless police offer voluntary registration program for Alzheimer's, dementia patients The Euless Police Department Community Services has a new voluntary registry for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (AD/D). Advanced reporting for individuals that have Alzheimer's disease and related dementias will assist our agency with fast tracking the search efforts for missing persons with AD/D and initiating a Silver Alert if needed. Criteria for Advanced Reporting are: • Must be a Euless Resident • Documented diagnosis of AD/D by a medical professional • Complete voluntary registry form and provide required documents. Please visit www.eulesstx.gov/police/DementiaRegistry for the online registry and brochure or call 817-685-1685. Euless Today is published by the City of Euless. 201 N. Ector Dr. • Euless, TX 76039 • 817-685-1400 • eulessinfo@eulesstx.gov • Uverse Ch. 99 • Euless Cable Channel 16 • www.EulessTx.gov/MyEuless * COMMUNITY NEWS 817-685-1400 www.eulesstx.gov Masterworks Series: Seasons of Sounds Concert Series A Hard Night's Day - The Beatles Tribute Band Friday, April 1, 7 - 8 p.m. Leon Hogg Amphitheater 1951 Bear Creek Parkway Arts Council Northeast and the City of Euless are thrilled to welcome A Hard Night's Day for a free concert. A Hard Night's Day has been spreading the gospel of John, Paul, George and Ringo around the world for 20 years. For more information on A Hard Night's Day visit: www.hardnightsday.com. Concessions will be available for purchase. Bring your own chair or blanket for seating. Free for everyone! Crud Day in Euless April 2, 9 - 11 a.m. Euless Municipal Complex 201 N. Ector Dr. Safely dispose of hazardous waste from your home such as paint, chemicals and oil. Space is limited so please only bring hazardous waste. 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 in east Fort Worth. You may also bring any small electrical appliance you would like to recycle such as computers, radios, VCRs, stereos, clocks and hair dryers. For a complete list of accepted hazardous and electronic waste, please call 817-685-1410 or visit www.eulesstx.gov/hazmat. CPR Blitz Volunteers Needed April 8 - 9, 8 a.m. Meet at 6 Stones Campus West 209 N. Industrial in Bedford Last fall, hundreds of volunteers helped repair homes in one weekend, and now we are inviting you to help us do it again! Mobilizing community volunteers, we aim to strengthen, grow and revitalize our community one house and one family at a time. Please join our growing CPR family of volunteers and sponsors as we attempt to help more struggling families make needed repairs to their homes. Please register online and fill out a volunteer waiver ahead of time to bring with you to registration. You will be assigned a home after you check in. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Please bring gloves, ladders, rakes, shovels and push brooms if you have them. Thank you again for your commitment to CPR! We're changing lives, one house at a time. To sign up as a volunteer visit www.6stones.org/cprvolunteer. Euless Library Foundation Book Sale Friday, April 8 - Sunday, April 10 Euless Library, 201 N. Ector Dr. The sale features books in every category including children's books, self-help books, books about gardening, cooking and other hobbies, as well as sports and history. They also feature coffee table books, sets of video programs and movies and music of all kinds. Prices start at $1 for hardcover books and 50(r for paperback books. There is something for everyone and the price is right! Proceeds provide funds for library programs throughout the year that are not covered by the library's operating budget such as the Summer Reading Club. Donations are accepted year-round for the book sale. The Library accepts good -condition, gently -used books (hardcover and paperback), videos, CDs (software, music and audiobooks) and DVDs. They do not accept magazines. Donations are tax- deductible. Friday, 2-4 p.m.: Early Bird sale, admission $5 Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (free admission) Sunday 1-3 p.m. (free admission) * COMMUNITY NEWS 817-685-1400 www.eulesstx.gov Heritage Park Guest Speaker Series April 9, 2:30 p.m. (Museum and park are open from 1-5 p.m.) Heritage Park, 201 Cullum Dr. Free tours of historic Heritage Park are offered on the second Saturday of every month between 1 - 5 p.m. Heritage Trees of Euless presented by Andy Weinzapfel of the Euless Historical Preservation Committee Heritage trees have many stories to tell us. Trees are an important part of our landscape and are protectors of the environment. They have witnessed lives and events that have shaped our history. The Euless Historical Preservation Committee is currently documenting heritage trees of the Euless area. This presentation will describe some selected trees and their historical significance. You will gain a new respect for how long trees live and what these trees have to tell us. GAP Club Walk-a-Thon April 16, 10 a.m. - noon Trinity High School Track The Trinity High School Girls Awareness Program is hosting a walk-a-thon to raise funds for the Euless Animal Shelter. This dynamic group of young women works hard to find homes for the dogs and cats at the Euless Animal Shelter. In addition, they have made it their personal responsibility to groom, care for, play with, foster and raise money to pay for veterinary services. Teams will have opportunities to win prizes and adoptions will be available. If you would like to form a walk-a-thon team or just give a donation, please visit www.trinitygaprescue.org or call 817- 685- 1594. Water University: Drought Tolerant Turf April 20, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Euless City Hall, 201 N. Ector Dr. Need tuff turf? Choosing the right turf and proper lawn care maintenance is a key component to a healthy lawn. This program covers basic lawn maintenance practices and selecting the right turf grass to improve the health and longevity of your landscape. You will learn how to maintain your landscape using less water, fertilizer, and pesticides. These programs are taught by the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center. The events are free, but you must register to attend. Please register online by visiting www.eulesstx.gov/wateruniversity or call 817-685-1821 for more information. Arbor Daze 2016 April 23, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Midway Park, 300 West Midway Dr. This year's event returns to our "roots" and will be held at the site of the very first Arbor Daze. Be sure to join us for Journey cover band ESCAPE, community entertainment, carnival rides, Kidz Zone, tree giveaway and concessions. Schedules can be found at www.arbordaze.org. A 29 year "Tree City USA" 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. The urban tree canopy has been dwindling for decades, and the Arbor Daze Festival has given over 150,000 trees since its inception over 25 years ago. Most of these trees have been planted in the immediate area to replenish the local tree population. * COMMUNIT'( NEWS 817-685-1400 www.eulessix.gov Plant Swap April 30, 9-11 a.m. Simmons Park Gazebo 508 Simmons Dr. Calling all gardeners! Do you have bulbs to divide? Is your ground cover overtaking the flower bed? One of the best parts of being a gardener is sharing your beautiful plants with friends. Please join us for a free plant exchange. Bring some of your spare plants to the plant exchange and pick up some new beauties while you're there to add to your garden. Just starting out and don't have any to share? Show up anyway and find a few plants to start your garden. For more information, call Betsy Deck at 817-685-1821 or email bdeck@eulesstx.gov. Child Safety Seat Check April 28, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. iT'Z, 1201 W. Airport Freeway The Child Safety Seat Task Force will provide a free test to 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. April Aquatics Euless Family Life Center / 300 W. Midway Dr. Open Swim: Mon -Fri: 11:40 - 5 p.m & 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. / Sat: SWIM LESSONS Parent and Tot Water Tots Water Tots Level 1 Level 1 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Level 4 Level 4 Swim Team Prep Aqua Fit Kids Adult Arthritic Aerobics Water Toning Aqua Agility Water Conditioning Cardio by Aqua Hydro Resistance Aqua -Fitness Splash Zumba Aqua Cross Training Tabata 101 Power Tabata CLASS# 220007-03 220000-04 220000-04 220001-04 220001-04 220002-04 220002-04 220003-04 220003-04 220004-04 220004-04 220500-04 220501-04 220008-04 220700-04 220702-04 220704-04 220710-04 220705-04 220709-04 220706-04 220707-04 220703-04 220708-04 220711-04 / 817-685-1666 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 BEG AGE DAY 4/4 6mo-3 MW 4/4 3-4 MW 4/4 3-4 MW 4/4 4+ MW 4/4 4+ MW 4/4 4+ MW 4/4 4+ MW 4/4 5-14 MW 4/4 5-14 MW 4/4 5-14 MW 4/4 5-14 MW 4/4 5+ MW 4/1 6-17 F 4/4 15+ MW 4/1 M/W/F 4/5 T/TH 4/1 M/W/F 4/1 M/W/F 4/5 T/Th 4/5 T/Th 4/5 T/TH 4/5 T 4/7 Th 4/2 S 4/2 S p. m. / Sun: noon - 3:30 TIME 6:10-6:40pm 5:30-6:OOpm 6:10-6:40pm 5:30-6:OOpm 6:10-6:40pm 5:30-6:OOpm 6:10-6:40pm 5:30-6:OOpm 6:10-6:40pm 5:30-6pm 6:10-6:40pm 6:50-7:20pm 5-6pm 6:50-7:20pm 8-8:45am 8-8:45am 9:40-10:30am 8:50-9:35am 8:50-9:35am 9:40-10:35am 5-5:45pm 6-7pm 6-7pm 9-9:45am 9:50-10:20am #WKS - 4 $55 4 $55 4 $55 4 $55 4 $55 4 $55 4 $55 4 $55 4 $55 4 $55 4 $55 4 $65 4 $55 4 $55 p.m. -Seniors: $30 / month unlimited classes (must be an Aquatic Member) -Under 60: $45 / month unlimited classes (must be an Aquatic Mem- ber) -Sign up for individual class for the whole month: $5.00 per class (must pay for all classes in the month for this pricing) -Punch Pass and drop in classes also available. * COMMUNITY NEWS 817-685-1400 www.eulesstxgov HEB Reads Community Challenge April 30, 10 a.m. - noon Pennington Field Parking Lot 1501 Central Dr., Bedford Join HEB ISD and the libraries from Hurst, Euless and Bedford for the kickoff of the HEB Reads Community Challenge. This event will feature music by Mr. Blue Shoes (www.mrblueshoes.com), food, games, and a free book! Be a part of the community -wide reading challenge this summer by signing up online (www.eulesstx.gov/library) and tracking your reading minutes. As you begin to plan for summer, make sure that you set aside time to read at least 20 minutes daily, visit the public library often and enjoy some great books! Tree Tips from the Euless Parks Department April Pruning Shade trees may be pruned. However, do not prune live oaks and red oaks between Feb. 15 and June 30. SOURCE: Dallas County Master Gardeners, www.dallascountymastergardeners.org If you have a tree -related question, please call the Euless Parks Department at 817-685-1650, Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. April Happenings at the Senior Center The Euless Family Life Senior Center requires that all participants become a member. It's SIMPLY FabEuless to join. Complete a membership form, have your picture made and the ADVENTURE begins. Memberships are open to the 60+ population. Please contact the center at 817-685-1671 for membership fees. The center offers a variety of activities for the 60+ members. Some of the ADVENTURES you may experience ... • Health and Wellness Classes: Easy Chair Training NEW, Tai Chi 16 Form, Gentle Yoga, TLC Yoga, Stronger Abs (Senior Abs), Chair Training, Core Strengthening (Core and Stretch), Tai Chi 49 Form, Sweating to the Oldies (Aerobic Strength) and Morning and Evening Zumba. • Arts and Crafts Classes: Stampin'Up NEW, Drawing Classes NEW, Open Arts and Crafts Days NEW, Card Making, Crochet, Oil Painting with Joan, and Quilting. • Social: Monthly Meal Medley NEW, Frozen Fridays NEW, Mystery Lunch, Dining Out and Thursday Night Social. • Games and Such: Billiards, Bunco, Domino games, Party Bridge, Texas Hold'em, Mah Jongg and Bingo. • Music: Jammers • Health Screening and Seminars: Lunch and Learn and much more. • Special Interest: "Hey Whatcha Reading" Book Club, Line Dancing and much more. • Upcoming Trips: For more information please visit our website at PlayEuless.com, call or stop by the center. For more information please call 817-685-1671 or stop by the center to get your SIMPLY FabEuless Adventure started. CALENDAR itt CLASSES 817-685-1666 www.eulessix.gov/eulesstoday 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 a.m. - 9 p.m. • FRI: 5 a.m. - 8 p.m. ♦ SAT: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. ♦ SUN: noon - 6 p.m. CHILD DEVELOPMENT Two's Time Preschool Dance (2-3) Preschool Dance (3-4) Preschool Dance (3-4) Fun Time for Learners Terrific Tuesday & Thursday Pretty Princess Tea Party Preschool Tumbling Voice & Piano Lessons Preschool Dance (4-5) Tap, Ballet, Jazz (4.5-6) YOUTH/TEEN ACTIVITIES Tap, Ballet and Jazz Dance Ballet I & II Tahitian/Hula Class Tap/Jazz You Can Paint Youth Beginner Hip Hop Junior Jazzercise Tap & Jazz Intro to Guitar Intermediate Hip Hop Int./Adv. Ballet Advanced Tap ADULT ACTIVITIES Zumba & Zumba Toning You Can Oil Paint Voice & Piano Lessons Kick Boxing Pilates Fitness Yoga Spin and Sweat Tai Chi Beginners Tai Chi Advanced Digital Photography Adult Ballet Adult Tap Roll It, Take It, Leave It Social Security DR PEPPER STARCENTER Tot Ice Skating Instruction Skate Like a Star Adult Ice Skating Instruction SIMMONS ACTIVITY CENTER Hapkido BOB EDEN PARK Kidz Love Soccer Mommy/Daddy & Me Tot Soccer/Presoccer Soccer 1 Soccer 2 CLASS# BEG AGE DAY 210004-04 4/5 1.5-2.5 T/TH 210200-04 4/6 2-3 W 210207-04 4/6 3-4 W 210208-04 4/7 3-4 TH 210002-04 4/4 3-5 M/W 210003-04 4/5 3-5 T/TH 211160-04 4/9 3-7 S 210020-04 4/7 3-5 TH 210231-04 4/4 4-12 M -S 210209-04 4/5 4-5 T 210210-04 4/7 4.5-6 TH CLASS# BEG AGE DAY 210220-04 4/7 5-7 TH 210225-04 4/7 5-7 TH 210181-04 4/2 5+ S 210230-04 4/5 7-8 T 210815-04 4/14 5-13 TH 210216-04 4/7 6-8 TH 210510-04 4/6 6-12 W 210232-04 4/7 9-13 TH 210705-04 4/4 9+ M 210215-04 4/7 9-13 TH 210325-04 4/7 13-17 TH 210260-04 4/5 14-18 T 210300-04 4/4 13+ M/W 210810-04 4/14 14+ TH 210231-04 4/4 13+ M -S 210316-04 4/4 16+ M/W 210320-04 4/4 16+ M/W 210325-04 4/4 16+ M/W 210343-04 4/6 16+ W 210305-05 4/26 16+ T 210306-05 4/26 16+ T 210830-05 4/18 16+ M 210240-04 4/7 18+ TH 210245-04 4/5 18+ T 211002-02 4/7 18+ TH 211004-02 4/28 18+ TH 1400 S. 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