LEAFAndEnrichmentLearning,FunLewisvilleParks & Recreation Issue No. 14 | Fall 2022 | playlewisville.com An official publication of the City of Lewisville
TABLE OF CONTENTS FACILITIES .................................................................................. 4 CLASSES .................................................................................. 10 SPORTS .................................................................................... 12 LEAGUES ................................................................................. 18 AQUATICS 20 FITNESS 22 ACTIVE ADULTS 24 LLELA........................................................................................ 28 LIBRARY................................................................................... 30 RENTALS ................................................................................. 33 sports PAGE 18 LEAFAndEnrichmentLearning,Fun classes PAGE 12 fitness PAGE 30 The Lewisville Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, and activities for individuals with disabilities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at PARDLV@cityoflewisville.com Follow Us!
Skate Park: 1301 S. Railroad Street
Thrive Nature Park: 1951 S. Valley Pkwy Castle Park: 2504 Sir Turquin Lane
Oakbend Park: 100 Forestbrook Drive
Lewisville Park LListings ewisville Park
Somerset Park: 620 Somerset Drive
Willow Grove Park: 975 W. Corporate Drive
Joyous
Wayne Ferguson Plaza: 150 W. Church Street
Raldon Park: 800 Foxwood Place Rev. Alvin Turner Sr. Park: 700 Hembry L L Woods Park
Daffodil
Central
Iris
Damsel Park: 1216 Damsel Caitlyn Drive
Dragon
Queen Elizabeth Park: 2634 Queen Elizabeth Blvd.
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Almsbury Park: 2345 Almsbury Lane Kent Ellis Park: 810 S. Old Orchard Park: 1370 Elsa Avenue Park: 1899 S. Edmonds Echo Park: 2607 Round Table West Creekview Park: 1806 S. Old Orchard Park: 1362 Daffodil Park: 1301 S. Railroad Street Park: 2719 Merlin Drive East Hill Neighborhood Park: 2681 Lake Ridge Road Park: 2706 Sir Patrise Lane Park: 2716 Round Table Blvd.
Orchard Valley Park: 1133 Brittany Place
Memorial Park: 1950 S. Valley Pkwy
Sir Lovel Park: 2458 Sir Lovel Lane
Polser Park: 2201 King Arthur Blvd.
Hidden Park: 2400 Damsel Katie Drive Park: 1936 Big Sky Drive Lane Park: 1303 Iris Lane Circle Park: 2011 Joyous Circle King Lionel Park: 620 King Lionel King Mark Park: 1134 King Mark Drive Woods Park: 1000 Arbour Way Lake Park: 600 Sandy Beach Road
Highlands
Pirate Park: 2540 Sir Astamore Lane Windsor Park: 2509 Windsor Castle MWay eadowlake Park: 1430 Brazos Blvd. Lake Environmental Learning Area (LLELA): 201 E. Jones
Queen Margaret Park: 2601 King Pelles Drive Railroad Park: 1301 S. Railroad Street
Fitness
Thrive Nature Park Railroad Park
Dog
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Stony Passage Park: 822 Stony Passage Lane Train Park: 1225 Lady Carol Lane
Wayne Frady Park: 535 W. College Street
Lewisville
Page 4 · LEAF Issue No. 11 LEWISVILLE LAKE ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING AREA 201(LLELA)E.Jones St. llela@cityoflewisville.com972.219.3550 llela.org Hours of Operation: Summer Hours March 1-Oct. 31: 7 AM-7 PM Winter Hours Nov. 1-Feb. 28: 7 AM-5 PM Entrance Fees: Vehicle (less than 10 passengers): $5 Bus (10-25 passengers): $20 Bus (more than 25 passengers): $30 Annual Pass: $60 Beginning Oct. 1, price will increase to $65 *Passes also valid at Lake Park and Tower Bay Need help purchasing annual pass? Call 972.219.3550 *Credit/Debit card only Discover, Mastercard, & Visa
playlewisville.com · Page 5 LAKE PARK 600 Sandy Beach Rd. PARDLV@cityoflewisville.com972.219.3550 playlewisville.comEntranceFees: Daily Entry: $10 Annual Resident:Pass$40 Resident Senior: $25 *Valid at Lake Park and Tower Bay. Non-Resident: $65 *Valid at Lake Park, Tower Bay and LLELA. *Credit/Debit card only* Discover, Mastercard, & Visa LAKE PARK CAMPGROUNDS 1900 Kingfisher 972.219.3742Dr. Make a reservation by calling 972.219.3742 or via email at campground@cityoflewisville.com. Hours of Operation: Summer Hours March 1-Oct. 31: 7 AM-9 PM Winter Hours Nov. 1-Feb. 28: 7 AM-5 PM SeeRentals:pages 41 and 42 for rental information Need help purchasing annual pass? Call 972.219.3550
Page 6 · LEAF Issue No. 11 THRIVE 1950 S. Valley lewisvillethrive.com469.635.5300ParkwayHoursofOperation:Monday-Thursday:5AM-9PMFriday:5AM-8PMSaturday:8AM-7PMSunday:9AM-5PMMembership Information: Annual Memberships:Resident Non-Resident Adult $210 $315 Youth (3-17) $25 $40 Senior (60+) $25 $40 Family* $275 $415 Corporate $1,000 $1,500 One-Month Memberships:Resident Non-Resident Adult $18 $27 Youth (3-17) $12 $18 Senior (60+) $12 $18 Family* $36 $54 *up to 6 family members Full Day Closures: Thanksgiving: Thursday, Nov. 24 Christmas: Sunday, Dec. 25 Partial Day Closures: Christmas Eve: Saturday, Dec. 24 Closes at Noon New Year’s Eve: Saturday, Dec. 31 Closes at 6 PM Visit lewisvillethrive.com for more infomation.Annual memberships also include extra perks: - FREE access to GroupX classes - Discounts on rentals and camps - Access and invitations to special events Daily, One-Month, & Annual memberships have access to all amenities: Gymnasium, Aquatics, Game Room, and Fitness Floor. Daily Passes will only be sold to guests accompaning valid Thrive members. Thrive members purchasing a guest daily pass must be over 18 years of age and must be with the guest when they enter Thrive. Visit lewisvillethrive.com for daily pass prices.
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· Page 9 LEWISVILLE PARKS & RECREATION Adventure Land lewisvillethrive.com Adventure Land encourages children ages 6 months 8 years to PLAY! Hours of Operation M T: 8 AM Noon F: 8 AM Noon S: 8 AM Noon Fees for Members $30 per 10 visit pass OR $3 per drop in *2 consecutive hours max Adventure Land's schedule is subject to change depending on participation Please note: Child must have a Thrive Membership to participate in Adventure Land or purchase a day pass with parent membership. Please call 469.635.5300 for more information
Youth Programs
Beginner Water Wonders
This beginner level class is structured to be fun! We will start at the very beginning, no drawing skills required. Students will learn how to create projects from start to finish using various techniques. A one-time supply fee of $15 is due to instructor on first day of class.
Karate for Adults Join an authentic orthodox Karatedo class! Your instructor, Takao Nakaya, is also the author of the book Karatedo: History and Philosophy. This class strives to build self esteem, self-discipline, and confidence. It also provides a good workout while learning the traditional art of self defense. Day:SessionTuesday1:Aug. 30-Oct. 4 Session 2: Oct. 11-Nov. 15 Time: 6:30-8:30 PM Age: Location:13+ Thrive Dogwood 2 & 3 Fee: $50/session
Teen & Adult Programs
**Thrive membership is required in order to participate in all programs held at Thrive**
JoinKarateanauthentic
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orthodox Karatedo class! Your instructor, Takao Nakaya, is also the author of the book Karatedo: History and Philosophy. This class strives to build self-esteem, self-discipline, and confidence. It also provides a good workout while learning the traditional art of self-defense. Day:SessionTuesday1:Aug. 30-Oct. 4 Session 2: Oct. 11-Nov. 22 Time: 6:30-7:45 PM Age: Location:5-12Thrive Dogwood 2 & 3 Fee: $44/session
Classes
Day:SessionThursdays1:Sept. 1-29 Session 2: Oct. 6-27 Session 3: Nov. 3-24* Session 4: Dec. 6-29 Time: 6-8 PM Age: Location:13+ Yucca Fee: $50/session + $15 supply fee/session
playlewisville.com · Page 11 L E W I S V I L L E P A R K S & R E C R E A T I O N C A M P P L A Y Fall DayCamps Columbus DayOct. 10ThanksgivingBreak Nov.21-23 Ages 76-12 :30 AM to 6 $PM 40/Day Thrive 1950 S. Valley Pkwy 469.635.5300
**Thrive$80/sessionmembership not required for program Football Day:SessionWednesdays1:Sept. 7-28 Session 2: Oct. 12-Nov. 2 Session 3: Nov. 16-Dec. 7 Age: 5-5:504-6 PM Age: Location:6-77-12PMNorth Lawn Fee:**Thrive$80/sessionmembership not required for program
SoccerDay:TuesdaysSession1:Sept. 6-27 Session 2: Oct. 11-Nov. 1 Session 3: Nov. 15-Dec. 6 Age: 5-5:504-6 PM Age: Location:6-77-12PMNorth Lawn Fee:
Page 12 · LEAF Issue No. 11 Sports Day:SessionWednesdays1:Sept. 7-28 Session 2: Oct. 12-Nov. 2 Session 3: Nov. 16-Dec. 7 Age: 5-5:504-6 PM Age: Location:6-77-12PMThrive Gym (East) Fee: Skyhawks$80/session Sports Academy Skyhawks Sports Academy teaches each sport through teamwork and sportsmanship! They offer basketball, soccer, volleyball and track & field clinics as well as sport camps for kids age 4-12. Youth BasketballSports **Thrive membership is required in order to participate in Thrive programs** Day:SessionTuesdays1:Sept. 6-27 Session 2: Oct. 11-Nov. 1 Session 3: Nov. 15-Dec. 6 Age: 5-5:504-6 PM Age: Location:6-77-12PMThrive Gym (East) Fee: Volleyball$80/session
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Intermediate/Adv. Beginner This class is designed for players who have had prior instruction. Technique will be stressed and tactics will be introduced. Day:SessionMonday1:Aug. 29-Sept. 26 (no class Labor Day 9/5) Session 2: Oct. 3-24 Session 3: Nov. 7-28 Time: 5:30-7 PM Age: Location:6-13Sun Valley Tennis Courts Fee: $80/session
Jr. Beginner Tennis Class is designed for players with little or no expe rience. All basic strokes will be taught in a fun and exciting atmosphere. Day:SessionMonday1:Aug. 29-Sept. 26 (no class Labor Day 9/5) Session 2: Oct. 3-24 Session 3: Nov. 7-28 Time: 5:30-7 PM Age: Location:6-13Sun Valley Tennis Courts Fee: $80/session
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Tiny Tot Tennis This class gives a basic introduction to tennis while improving coordination. Day:SessionMonday1:Aug. 29-Sept. 26 (no class Labor Day 9/5) Session 2: Oct. 3-24 Session 3: Nov. 7-28 Time: 5-5:30 PM Age: Location:3-6 Sun Valley Tennis Courts Fee: $35/session
All participants must bring one unopened can of tennis balls to the first day of class. Students should bring water, a racket, and wear sunscreen. Any classes cancelled due to inclement weather will be made up or rescheduled. Tennis
USTA Junior Team Tennis
29-Sept. 26 (no class Labor Day 9/5) Session 2: Oct. 3-24 Session 3: Nov. 7-28 Time: 5:30-7 PM Age: Location:12+ Sun Valley Tennis Courts
This class is designed for players who have had prior instruction in the beginner class. Technique will be stressed and tactics will be Day:introduced.MondaySession1:Aug.
Time: 7-8:30 PM Age: Location:16+ Sun Valley Tennis Courts Fee:Teen$80/session&
Adult Sports
Beginner Drills Drill is designed for players with little to no experience, and is interested in beginning the competition process. Players will have the opportunity to join teams. *JTT Matches on Sundays at 3:00 (tentatively) **Price is only for the actual drills and does not include USTA membership, league fee, or T-shirt cost, approximately an additional $40 for those wanting to join a team Day:Session:Saturday6weeks
USTA Junior Team Tennis Intermediate Drills Drill is designed for players with some prior playing experience. Players will have the opportunity to join teams. *JTT Matches on Sundays at 1:30 (tentatively) **Price is only for the actual drills and does not include USTA membership, league fee, or T-shirt cost, approximately an additional $40 for those wanting to join a team. Day:Session:Saturday6weeks beginning TBA Time: Noon-1:30 PM Age: 14 & Under Location: Sun Valley Tennis Courts Fee: $130/session
Session 2: Oct. 3-24 Session 3: Nov. 7-28 Time: 7-8:30 PM Age: Location:16+ Sun Valley Tennis Courts Fee: $80/session
This class is designed for players with little or no experience. All basic stroke techniques will be Day:taught.MondaySession1:Aug. 29-Sept. 26 (no class Labor Day 9/5)
Session 2: Oct. 3-24 Session 3: Nov. 7-28
beginning TBA
Time: Noon-1:30 PM Age: 14 & Under Location: Sun Valley Tennis Courts Fee: Tournament$130/sessionTough Tennis Drill is designed for players with competitive and tournament playing experience. Players will have the opportunity to work in a competitive environment in preparation for tournament and match play. Day:SessionMonday1:Aug.
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Adult Beginner Tennis Clinic
29-Sept. 26 (no class Labor Day 9/5)
Beginner/Intermediate Tennis Clinic
PICKLEBALL BASKETBALL MONDAY & WEDNESDAY 3:15 8:45 PM TUESDAY & THURSDAY 5:30 AM 8:30 AM THURSDAY 6:15-8:45 PM FRIDAY 3:15 7:45 PM SATURDAY 8 AM-7 PM SUNDAY 9 AM-2 PM O P E N P L A Y where get better .athletes SUNDAY 2:30-4:45 PM THURSDAY (2 COURTS AVAILABLE) 5:30-8:30 PM TUESDAY (2 COURTS AVAILABLE) 7:00-9:00 AM MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY 11 AM 3 PM
VOLLEYBALL WEDNESDAY 7:15 8:45 PM SATURDAY 10 AM 1 PM BADMINTON TUESDAY 7:00 8:30 PM SATURDAY 2:30 5:30 PM G Y M S C H E D U L E lewisvillethrive.com. Open play times are subject to change based on programming and participation needs Activities with no participants will transition to open gym Y
Page 18 · LEAF Issue No. 11 Lewisville Football Association (LFA) Providing youth football and cheerleading for boys and girls ages 3-12 years old. . The only youth football and cheerleading association sponsored by the City of Lewisville . Lowest registration fees in the area . Every child will have a starting position and significant playing time regardless of skill level . Visit LFMFA.COM for more information about FREE events and registration dates Lewisville Football Youth940.783.0836lfaboardofdirectors@gmail.comAssociationLeagues Leagues Greater Lewsiville Area Soccer Association (GLASA) GLASA is a recreational Soccer league serving Lewisville, Flower Mound, and Highland Village. All skill levels are welcome to join! Register online at: glasasoccer.org 972.221.4623 office@glasasoccer.org FootballSoccer Lewisville LBSAAssociationBaseball/Softball(LBSA)isarecreationalBaseballand Softball league serving Lewisville, Highland Village, Flower Mound, and the Lake Cities area. All skill levels are welcome to join! Register online at: lbasports.netBaseball469.628.3528
playlewisville.com · Page 19 7-Hedrick Estates Park: 1204 Buehler Court 14 Castle Park: 2504 Sir Turquin Lane 21-Fitness Park: 2617 Round Table Boulevard 28 Rev. Alvin Turner Sr. Park: 700 Hembry Street 5 Raldon Lake Cities Park: 800 Foxwood Place 12-Queen Margaret Park: 2601 King Pelles Drive 19 Creekview Park: 1806 S. Old Orchard Lane 26-King Lionel Park: 620 King Lionel Lane 2-Austin Kent Ellis Park: 810 S. Old Orchard Lane 9 Almsbury Park: 2345 Almsbury Lane 16-L.L. Woods Park: 1000 Arbour Way 23 No DePLOWment due to Holiday 30-Willow Grove Park: 975 W. Corporate Drive September October November December 7-Daffodil Park: 1362 Daffodil Lane 14 Dragon Park: 2719 Merlin Drive 21-*Meadowlake Park: 1430 Brazos Boulevard* 28 *Memorial Park: 1950 S. Valley Parkway* 3:30-5:30 PM *Time will be 10 AM-Noon*
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Fee: Included with Thrive Annual Membership Non-Annual Members $8/class Location: Thrive
Aquatics
River Robics River Robics includes a variety of movements going with and against the current of the lazy river. This class offers a cardio challenge, tones larger muscle groups, and increases stamina.
Registration for fitness classes opens on the 23rd of each month at 10 AM Water Fitness Looking to expand your exercise routine to the water? Water Fitness is the perfect class for anybody. These fun classes improve strength, range of motion, and muscle conditioning. Fee: Included with Thrive Annual Membership Non-Annual Members $8/class Location: Thrive Pool WorkoutAquaciseyour muscles without impacting your joints. This aerobics class will combine cardio and resistance exercies to tone & sculpt your Fee:body.Included with Thrive Annual Membership Non-Annual Members $8/class Location: Thrive Pool Senior Social Hour The pool will be blocked off for one hour for our Active Adults. This is a chance to come swim, relax, and socialize with other Active Day:Adults!Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 1-2 PM Age: 60+ Fee: Location:Free Thrive Pool Chance To Swim This program is dedicated swim time for adaptive swimmers. The pool will be open for an hour only for adaptive swimmers. Day: Age:Time:Fridays1-2PMAllages, children should be accompanied by parent/caregiver Fee: Location:Free Thrive included with Thrive included
in a Thrive membership. Each class visit is $8
AquaticPool Programs Aqua Group X & Aqua Group Training Group X classes are
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Annual memberships. Group Training classes are not
playlewisville.com Saturday Sept. 10 2 0 2 2 Sun Valley Aquatic Center 10 AM-Noon Dogs- $5 Humans- Free Pre-register by Friday, Sept. 9 Written proof of current Rabies, DHLP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parvovirus), and Bordatella vaccinations must be presented in person on the day of the event for admission. **All vaccinations must be administered no later than Friday, Aug. 26, 2022** Lewisville Parks & Recreation Doggie Dive In It's gonna be ""PAW" "PAW" PAW" esome! playlewisville.com
A f i t n e s s p r o f e s s i o n a l c a n h e l p y o u m a k e s m a r t g o a l s , c r e a t e i n d i v i d u a l i z e d w o r k o u t s , g i v e y o u g u i d a n c e o n y o u r d i e t , a n d k e e p y o u m o t i v a t e d t o r e a c h y o u r h e a l t h a n d w e l l n e s s g o a l s G e t t h e m o s t o u t o f y o u r w o r k o u t r o u t i n e w i t h p e r s o n a l i n s t r u c t i o n a t T h r i v e . C o n t a c t C i e r r a B r a c k e n s a t c b r a c k e n s @ c i t y o f l e w i s v i l l e c o m f o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n
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G r o u p X c l a s s e s a r e i n c l u d e d w i t h y o u r A n n u a l T h r i v e M e m b e r s h i p . A l l f i t n e s s l e v e l s a r e e n c o u r a g e d . G r o u p T r a i n i n g c l a s s e s a r e s m a l l e r a n d m o r e s p e c i a l i z e d t o t h e p a r t i c i p a n t . T h e r e i s a f e e a s s o c i a t e d w i t h t h e s e c l a s s e s V i s i t l e w i s v i l l e t h r i v e . c o m / f i t n e s s t o v i e w t h e c u r r e n t s c h e d u l e
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Location:Age:Time:Day:welcome.Mondays1-4PM60+Thrive Dogwood 1
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FeelingBingo lucky? Join us each week for some gambling fun! You have two chances a week to win some money and enjoy the company of other members. Cards: $1 – Max 6 Day: Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays Time: M/Th: 10-11:30 AM Tuesday: 5 PM Age: Location:60+ Dogwood 1 BuncoBuncois a game played with 12 or more people in groups of 4 trying to score points while taking turns rolling three dice. A bunco is achieved when a person rolls 3 of a kind and all 3 numbers match the round number. Entry fee of $2. Day: Time:Wednesdays11:30AM-2 PM Age: Location:60+ Dogwood 2
Active Adult programs are designed for ages 60+
Dominoes Play different domino games with other active adults! Day: Mondays & Thursdays Time: 1-5 PM Age: Location:60+
Thrive Yucca
Euchre Euchre is an offshoot of Juckerspiel, a game that became widely popular throughout Europe during the Napoleonic era. This game is best with four participants, playing two against two as partners. All skill levels are
Mexican Train Mexican Train is a game played with number dominoes. The object of the game is for a player to play all the dominoes from his/her hand into one or more chains, from a central Day:hub.
Active Adults
**A Thrive membership or day pass is required to participate in any program**
PinochlePinochleis a card game played with 2-4 players and played with a 48-card deck. This group is looking for all players to join! Day: Wednesdays & Fridays Time: Noon-5 PM Age: Location:60+ Thrive Yucca
Programs
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Join your friends in a fun-filled afternoon of volleyball. The game is played like traditional volleyball except in a chair and unlimited touches on the beach ball. Day: Time:Tuesdays2:30-4:30 PM Age: Location:60+ Thrive Dogwood 2 & 3
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Day: Location:Age:Time:Tuesdays10AM-Noon60+ThriveActive
ThisNeedleworksgroupofenthusiastic individuals enjoy crocheting, knitting, quilting, embroidery, and other needlework projects. All levels are Time:Day:welcome.Thursdays10-11:30 AM Age: Location:60+ Thrive Yucca
playlewisville.com Mah Jongg Mah Jongg is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation, but also involves a degree of chance. This game is open to all skill levels.
Think you got what it takes to play against some of the best? Then come out and play your hand in our Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament where we will give prizes to the top winners. Day: Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 11, Dec. 9 Time: 1-5 PM Age: Location:60+ Thrive Sage WarmSing-a-longupyour singing voice with some old time favorite tunes. Day: Location:Age:Time:Wednesdays2-3PM60+ThriveDogwood
Location:Age:Time:Day:friends.Fridays10AM-Noon60+ThriveDogwood
Adult Lounge
Day:SessionTuesdays1:Sept. 6-27 Session 2: Oct. 4-25 Session 3: Nov. 8-29 Session 4: Dec. 6-27 Time: 10 AM-Noon Age: Location:60+ Thrive Yucca Fee: $50/session + $15 one time supply fee
Watercolor Wonders This class is structured to be fun! No drawing skills required, just the desire to unleash your inner artist! This is a great class to introduce you to the wonderful world of Watercolor. Students will learn how to create projects from start to finish using various techniques. A one-time supply fee of $15 is due to instructor on first day of class.
2 & 3
Texas Hold ‘Em Tournaments
Open Play Chair Volleyball
Dogwood 1 Team Chair Volleyball
The Chameleons are a competitive Chair Volleyball team that competes in tournaments throughout the year. Come join in with your
3 Duplicate Bridge Playing duplicate bridge is one of the best ways to become a better bridge player. Come join this fun and unique card group to fine tune your bridge skills. Day: Location:Age:Time:Thursdays1-5PM60+Thrive
Thrive’s Acoustic Jam Jam with this friendly group of people who love playing music just as much as you! Day: Time:FridaysNoon-3 PM Age: Location:60+ Thrive Sage
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Take a trip back to an 1870s Christmas and celebrate the old-fashioned way. Enjoy a tour of the historic MinorPorter Log Cabin, make a corn husk doll or an ornament to take home to your own Christmas tree, create a handdipped candle, listen to carols and sip hot cider by the campfire. Free with entry to LLELA: $5 per vehicle, payable by debit or credit card only. Season passes are available. Dec. 17 10 AM - 3
Saturday,
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LLELA
**Registration is required for ALL programs.
*The entry fee to LLELA is $5 per vehicle (debit or credit card only). Season passes are available online.
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, LLELA, is located at 201 E. Jones Street.
Night Hike Join our trail guides as they lead a moonlit stroll through the woods and across the prairie. We may hear some bumps in the night, but have no fear...it’s probably just an armadillo. Howling coyotes, hooting owls, and other nocturnal sounds will provide an out-of-the-ordinary hiking experience. Day: Wednesday, Sept. 21 Wednesday, Nov. 9 Time: Sept. 21, 7 PM Nov. 9, 5 PM Age: 5+ Fee: AnimalNatureLocation:$15/personLLELAWalktracks,deer trails, singing birds, trees with personality – we never know what we’ll find on our monthly nature walk! This family-friendly hike will last about two hours. Day: 1st Saturdays Sept.-Nov. Time: 10 AM-Noon Age: All ages Fee: Free with paid entry to LLELA Location: LLELA
This FREE guided nature walk for members of the Special Needs community will take place along the wide and level crushed-granite surface of the Cottonwood trail. We may see signs of deer, coyote, or bobcat, and maybe even see an armadillo during this mile long hike! No reservations required. Day: 3rd Saturdays; starting in Sept. Time: 10 AM-Noon Age: All ages Fee: Location:Free LLELA My First Fish Ready? Set? Cast! Join Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Educators and learn how to prepare a rod, bait a hook, and casting techniques. You can catch your first fish at any age but for this program, ages 5 and up are welcome! Day: Saturday, Sept. 17 Thursday, Oct. 22 Saturday, Nov. 5 Time: Sept. 21, 9-11 AM Oct. 22, 3-5 PM Nov. 5, 9-11 AM Age: 5+ Fee: Location:$10/personVaries
A Chance to Hike
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In this Fall nature exploration program for toddlers, join us weekly for storytime and a guided hike through your favorite urban wilderness. Don’t worry about the rain, we have indoor space where we play too! We encourage you to bring along a snack or lunch to enjoy on your own after the program.
Day: 3rd Wednesdays Sept.-Nov. Time: 10-11:30 AM Age: 1-4 Fee: Location:$5/toddlerLLELA
Nature Journaling
Join us for a beginners class where we will discuss the elements of a journal and how to practice mindfulness in nature so that you can begin recording observations of your own. Bring your own notebook or journal or purchase a spiral kraft journal for an additional $5. Day: Saturday, Sept. 10 Saturday, Oct. 8 Saturday, Nov. 12 Time: Noon-2 PM Age: All ages Fee: Location:$10/personLLELA
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Black Friday Midnight “EveryHike day is better when you #OptOutside.” Skip the department store lines and hike with us instead! In 2015, REI made a game changing decision to close its doors on Black Friday in order to spend that time doing what they love: exploring our greenspaces. #OptOutside and join us for a midnight moonlit hike through your favorite urban wilderness, LLELA! The cost is $5 per person and registration is required. Visit LLELA.ORG for details. Day: Thursday, Nov. 24 Time: 11 PM-1 AM Age: All ages Fee: ToddlerLocation:$5/personLLELANature
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Guided Kayak Tour
Drift under willows, float past reeds and cattails, and see what wildlife we encounter on the Beaver Pond at LLELA. It is a haven for wildlife, including turtles, frogs, fish, beavers, and many other species. All skill levels are welcome and all equipment is provided. Event dependent on water levels. Day: Sunday, Sept. 18 Saturday, Oct. 22 Wednesday, Nov. 9 Time: Sept. 18, 5 PM Oct. 22, 10 AM Nov. 9, 2 PM Age: 10+ Fee: Location:$35 LLELA
a glimpse of a Painted Bunting? Having difficulty putting a feathered-face to that one particular tweet? Join us for a tour of prime birding locations throughout LLELA and get tips from the experts on becoming a better birder. Birders of all skill levels are welcome. Day: 2nd Saturdays Time: 7:30-11 AM Age: All ages Fee: Free with paid entry to LLELA Location: LLELA
Primitive LLELA Camping is as easy as ABC 123. Don’t believe us? Spend a night out at LLELA with our guidance and our gear. We’ll teach you the basics from setting up your tent to preparing dinner over an open flame! Camping site, Camping gear (tent and sleeping pad), Cookware, and firewood will be provided. There is no electricity available at the campgrounds but we will help you prepare accordingly.
Day: Nov. 25-26 Time: Check-In 5 PM; Check-Out 1 PM Age: All ages Fee: #OptOutsideLocation:$25/personLLELA
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Youth
We invite you to participate in this free program which encourages you to read 1,000 books with your newborn, infant, toddler, or preschooler before he or she starts kinder garten. Your child will receive a free book for completing the 1,000 Books Before Kin dergarten challenge. Visit the Youth Services Desk or website.
Parents: Read aloud to your school-age kids and earn free books for your family’s home library--up to four per year! To learn more and get started, visit the Youth Services Desk or website.
Enjoy a walk along an interactive literacy trail. Each month a new picture book will be displayed along the trail with fun literacy tips and activities for families to enjoy. Get Connected
Join us as we reinforce pre-reading skills through age-appropriate early literacy classes that include stories, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays! Stop by the library for a full schedule of classes. Parent or caregiver must attend and participate with children during all classes. Space is limited, and a free ticket is required to attend. Tickets are distributed on a first come, first-served basis 30 minutes before the class start time at the Children’s Desk. Age guidelines are enforced for corresponding classes. Older and younger siblings can attend with a child who is of the appropriate age for the Classesclass.are held in the Bennett Program Room unless otherwise noted. *
Weekly Storytime Classes Ages 0-6
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Library *Library programs are subject to change. Visit the library.cityoflewisville.com for the most current program information.
@LewisvilleTXLib
Family Read-Aloud Club
Story Stroll Central Park – 1899 S Edmonds Lane
Cookie Decorating: Halloween Edition
Thanksgiving Recipe Swap
Library’s Crawford Meeting Room
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Time: 1-4 p.m. Location: Library’s Crawford Meeting Room
Teenprovided.&Adults
Library’s Crawford Meeting Room
Teen Programs & Events Ages: 13-18 These are just a few of the fun and educational events coming up for teens at LPL! Check the library’s website or the Teen Events flyer for full details on these and other free teen programs.
Time: 6-7:30 p.m. Age: Location:18+
Teen Advisory Group Make a difference in your library and in your community--join the Teen Advisory Group! This active, dedicated group meets regularly and works together and with library staff to create youth programs, shape teen events and services, volunteer in the community, and more. Interested teens must apply for membership; applications are available at the Youth Services Desk or on the library’s *Visitwebsite.the library website for full program information, age requirements and registration information
Do you have a really great recipe that you think everyone needs to try? Or are you hosting Thanksgiving festivities for the first time and need help building the menu? Bring copies of your greatest holiday recipes to share, and leave with some delicious new ideas! Note: This event is to share written recipes only. Please don’t bring prepared Day:food!Wednesday, November 2
Wrap It Up: Holiday Gift Wrapping
Afternoon Hangout Drop in for a free teen activity, craft, or game that changes every week. All materials
In this spooky Halloween-themed class, learn the fun and creative skill of cookie decorating from experienced baker Monique Willson from Creatively Sweet Desserts Boutique. All supplies Registerprovided.online at library.cityoflewisville.com/adults Days: Wednesday, October 19 Thursday, October 20 Time: 6-7:30 p.m. Age: Location:13+
Get your holiday gifts wrapped, away from prying eyes. At this come-and-go event, use the Library’s supply of wrapping paper, gift bags, tags, bows, ribbon, tape, and scissors. You just have to bring your gifts that need wrapping! No limit on the number of gifts you can wrap but in order to use the wrapping supplies, gifts do have to be wrapped at the Library. No registration required. Space may be limited. Available while supplies last. Children must be accompanied and assisted by their adult care Day:giver.Saturday, December 17
The Hive Online Training
America’s News, a digital newspaper collection, is now available for Lewisville library cardholders! America’s News provides online access to current and archived issues of 4,000+ full-text newspapers, including the Lewisville Leader, Denton Record Chronicle, and Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Easily search and browse current and archived news articles, editorials, obituaries, and more.
Lewisville Library is fine-free
NewsBank America’s News America’s News, a digital newspaper collection, is now available for Lewisville library cardholders! America’s News provides online access to current and archived issues of 4,000+ full-text newspapers, including the Lewisville Leader, Denton Record Chronicle, and Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Easily search and browse current and archived news articles, editorials, obituaries, and more.
In order to remove a barrier to library access, all existing library overdue fines were forgiven on May 20, 2022, and from that point on, overdue fines are no longer charged. Instead of overdue fines, a patron’s library card will be frozen temporarily until past due materials are returned. Once the past due item is returned or successfully renewed, the library card will be active again. Visit library.cityoflewisville.com/libraryaccounts for more information on Library Fees.
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library.cityoflewisville.com/TheHive for details and to take the online training.
The Hive, the Library’s makerspace, features specialized equipment and software to help inspire learning, creativity, and creation. Training is required before a patron may use some of the equipment. The Hive staff have created online training modules to help patrons new to The Hive learn the equipment, and to help those who haven’t visited in a while to refresh their Visitknowledge.
playlewisville.com · Page 33 INDOOR 1197CommunityRENTALSRoomW.MainSt. Capacity: 164 Fee: $300 deposit (refundable) $50/hour (two hour minimum) Residency Required: Yes Availablity: Monday-Sunday: 9 AM-11 PM FIELD RENTALS Lake Park Athletic Fields 200 Lake Park Rd. Capacity: N/A Fee: $20/hour (no lights) $35/hour (lights) Residency Required: No Availablity: Sunday: 8 AM-11 PM Rentable Fields: Baseball and Softball Rentals Frederick P. HerringRecreation Center 191 Civic Circle Currently under renovation. Visit playlewisville.com for updates. Hedrick House 1407 Creekview Dr. Currently closed for Tentativerenovations.reopen date is Spring 2023
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Residency Required: No Availablity: Monday-Sunday: 9 AM-15 minutes before Lakeclosing Park Pike Pavilion 600 Sandy Beach Rd. Capacity: 40 Fee: $50 $10$50/daydepositpervehicle Residency Required: No Availablity: Monday-Sunday: 9 AM-15 minutes before Lakeclosing Park Group Picnic Area 1 600 Sandy Beach Rd.(closest to the playground) Capacity: 120 Fee: $25/day$10per vehicle Residency Required: No Availablity: Monday-Sunday: 9 AM-15 minutes before Lakeclosing Park Group Picnic Area 2 600 Sandy Beach Rd. (closest to Lake Park Rd.) Capacity: 120 Fee: $25/day$10per vehicle Residency Required: No Availablity: Monday-Sunday: 9 AM-15 minutes before closing
LAKE PARK RENTALS
Lake Park Conner Pavilion 600 Sandy Beach Rd. Capacity: 100 Fee: $100 $10$150/daydepositpervehicle
PUBLIC PARK RENTALS
Residency Required: Yes Availablity: Monday-Sunday: 8 AM-10 PM Central Park Pavilion 3 1899 S. Edmonds Ln. (closest to playground) Capacity: 25 Fee: $50 $50/daydeposit Residency Required: Yes Availablity: Monday-Sunday: 8 AM-10 PM L.L. Woods Park 1000 Arbour Way 2 Pavilions Capacity: 20/pavilion Fee: $50 $50/daydeposit Residency Required: Yes
Austin Kent Ellis 810 S. Old Orchard Ln. Capacity: 25 Fee: $50 $50/daydeposit Residency Required: Yes Availablity: Monday-Sunday: 8 AM-10 PM Central Park Pavilion 1 1899 S. Edmonds Ln. Capacity: 50 Fee: $50 $75/daydeposit Residency Required: Yes Availablity: Monday-Sunday: 8 AM-10 PM Central Park Pavilion 2 1899 S. Edmonds Ln. (closest to Edmonds Ln.) Capacity: 25 Fee: $50 $50/daydeposit
playlewisville.com · Page 35 HOURLY FEE DEPOSIT MAX CAPACITY Banquet Rooms Dogwood 1 (Includes Stage) $200 $100 75 Dogwood 2 $150 $100 75 Dogwood 3 $150 $100 75 Dogwood 1, 2, and 3 $450 $100 250 LivingLoungesRoom $100 $50 75 Community Lounge $100 $50 75 Party Rooms Egret $100 $50 19 Heron $100 $50 20 Fitness CottontailStudios $125 $50 42 Dragonfly $100 $50 32 Multi-Purpose Classroom Sage $100 $50 30 Arts & Crafts Classroom Yucca $125 $50 30 Game Room Game Room $100 $100 20 HalfGymnasiumCourt $300 $150 112 Full Court $600 $150 224 CateringKitchen Kitchen $100 $50 FullAquaticsPoolArea $800 $600 150 After Hours Thrive Facility $1,000 $600 700 Reservations can be made in person at Thrive or by calling 469.635.5300. Thrive rentals are open to Residents and Non-Residents. Thrive Annual Members will receive a 10% discount on all rentals. THRIVEMonday-Thursday:RENTALS5:30AM-10 PM Friday: 5:30 AM-8 PM Saturday: 8:30 AM-7 PM Sunday: 9:30 AM-7 PM Rental Hours: (refundable)
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