If you are interested in attending the FREE Gardening Classes at Charley Taylor, please call us at (972) 264-6890 or email Michael at mlevy@gptx.org, and/or visit the Garden Class Blog at http://charleytaylorgarden.blogspot.com/ to get the latest schedule of classes. We hope you can attend.
FREE handouts will be given each class. Please make sure to bring a pen/pencil to class.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Ultimate Outdoor Experience: Sept 5-7th
If you like LIVE music, this is a weekend you don't want to miss!!!! For more information, visit our main Parks and Recreation website at: http://www.grandfungp.com/UOE/
Friday, August 28, 2009
FREE Gardening Classes!!!
We have a pretty full lineup for the fall season. First class on Fall Gardens begins on Thursday, September 17th at 6pm here at Charley Taylor. For more details, visit the Garden Class Blog at: http://charleytaylorgarden.blogspot.com/2009/08/class-dates-and-descriptions.html
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Classes almost full
You still have a little time left to enroll your 3-5 year old in one of two classes coming up. Pre-K Comprehensive Learning Camp I - Mon/Wed/Fri at this time has two more spots available. Pre-K Camp II class on Tues/Thur has 4 spots remaining. Both are going quickly. First come first serve. When we run out of spots, registration closes. Come by and register!
Pre-K Soccer Picture Day
Pre-K Indoor Soccer Picture Day is scheduled for:
Saturday, September 12th.
Please plan to arrive about 45 minutes before your scheduled game that Saturday. Halima will have more details soon.
Saturday, September 12th.
Please plan to arrive about 45 minutes before your scheduled game that Saturday. Halima will have more details soon.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Parks and Rec Appreciation Night
Due to the Parks and Recreation Appreciation Night at Airhogs Stadium this evening,
Charley Taylor Recreation Center will be closing early for Wednesday (tonight) only at 7:00pm so we can thank our staff for all they do and to participate in the last baseball game festivities. We will be back to regular business hours on Thursday from 12pm-9pm.
We apologize for the inconvenience this evening.
Charley Taylor Mgmt.
Charley Taylor Recreation Center will be closing early for Wednesday (tonight) only at 7:00pm so we can thank our staff for all they do and to participate in the last baseball game festivities. We will be back to regular business hours on Thursday from 12pm-9pm.
We apologize for the inconvenience this evening.
Charley Taylor Mgmt.
Monday, August 24, 2009
Get your membership TODAY!!!
Today is the start of a new school year. Just a reminder that all kids who use the rec center must have a membership. Effective August 31st, rec id cards will be checked and required when you visit the rec.
Rec Memberships are $5 for ages 6-17; $10 for ages 18 and older. General rec memberships are good at any of the 3 recreation centers. If you buy a basic membership for instance at Bowles Life Center, it is good at the Dalworth and Charley Taylor locations as well.
Please make sure this week that you purchase your membership. It is good for 1 year from the date you purchase. See any staff member for details.
Rec Memberships are $5 for ages 6-17; $10 for ages 18 and older. General rec memberships are good at any of the 3 recreation centers. If you buy a basic membership for instance at Bowles Life Center, it is good at the Dalworth and Charley Taylor locations as well.
Please make sure this week that you purchase your membership. It is good for 1 year from the date you purchase. See any staff member for details.
Spots still available for After-School
We still have plenty of spots in our after-school program. Again, if you child attends Crockett Elementary this year and you are looking for after-school care, we are just down the street. Cost is $30/week per child. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call us at (972) 264-6890 during our fall/spring business hours.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Labor Day closure - Sept 7th
Charley Taylor Recreation Center will be closed on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We will be re-opening the building on Tuesday, September 8th at 12 noon.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Tumbling - Tuesdays
Tumbling for Fun - Pre Tumblers – Charley Taylor –
Ages 3-5. Tumbling stars will learn basic tumbling moves
beginning with the log roll, crab walk, forward roll and
front straddle roll. Tumbling is great for developing coordination
skills. All children should wear comfortable
clothing and tennis shoes. Girls should tie back long hair.
Class lasts four weeks. Fee: $25.
Course# Days Dates Time
9020 Tue Sept 6 – 6:45 p.m.
9021 Tue Oct 6 – 6:45 p.m.
9022 Tue Nov 6 – 6:45 p.m.
Ages 3-5. Tumbling stars will learn basic tumbling moves
beginning with the log roll, crab walk, forward roll and
front straddle roll. Tumbling is great for developing coordination
skills. All children should wear comfortable
clothing and tennis shoes. Girls should tie back long hair.
Class lasts four weeks. Fee: $25.
Course# Days Dates Time
9020 Tue Sept 6 – 6:45 p.m.
9021 Tue Oct 6 – 6:45 p.m.
9022 Tue Nov 6 – 6:45 p.m.
ESL Pre-School
ESL Preschool – Charley Taylor –
Ages 3-5. Does your child only speak Spanish and do you
want to get them ready for school? Children can learn the
basics of English to get them started for kindergarten.
Tiene a un nino que solo habla Espanol, y quiere prepararlo
para la escuela. Venga al centro de Charley Taylor donde
se le encenara lo basico de Ingles para el primer ano de
escuela. Fee: $15/month.
Course# Days Dates Time
9047 M/W Sept 1-2 p.m.
9048 M/W Oct 1-2 p.m.
9049 M/W Nov 1-2 p.m.
Ages 3-5. Does your child only speak Spanish and do you
want to get them ready for school? Children can learn the
basics of English to get them started for kindergarten.
Tiene a un nino que solo habla Espanol, y quiere prepararlo
para la escuela. Venga al centro de Charley Taylor donde
se le encenara lo basico de Ingles para el primer ano de
escuela. Fee: $15/month.
Course# Days Dates Time
9047 M/W Sept 1-2 p.m.
9048 M/W Oct 1-2 p.m.
9049 M/W Nov 1-2 p.m.
Pre-K Learning Camp II Tue & Thur
Pre-K Learning Camp II – Charley Taylor –
Ages 3-4. This new class is designed to introduce your
child to ABC's, 123's, shapes, colors and much more.
Your child will learn through the use of music, repetition,
story time, learning to spell their name, games, simple
arts and crafts and much more. Fee: $40/child per session.
Minimum of six students for class to make.
NOTE: The time in the Life is Grand magazine is incorrect. Time is only for one hour from 12:30pm - 1:30pm. Not 2pm. We apologize for this error.
Course# Days Dates Time
9017 T/Th Sept 12:30pm – 1:30 p.m.
9018 T/Th Oct 12:30pm – 1:30 p.m.
9019 T/Th Nov 12:30pm – 1:30 p.m.
Ages 3-4. This new class is designed to introduce your
child to ABC's, 123's, shapes, colors and much more.
Your child will learn through the use of music, repetition,
story time, learning to spell their name, games, simple
arts and crafts and much more. Fee: $40/child per session.
Minimum of six students for class to make.
NOTE: The time in the Life is Grand magazine is incorrect. Time is only for one hour from 12:30pm - 1:30pm. Not 2pm. We apologize for this error.
Course# Days Dates Time
9017 T/Th Sept 12:30pm – 1:30 p.m.
9018 T/Th Oct 12:30pm – 1:30 p.m.
9019 T/Th Nov 12:30pm – 1:30 p.m.
Pre-K Camp MWF
Ages 4-5. ABC, 123! Shapes! Colors! And much more!
This four week class makes learning fun for your child
with arts and crafts, gym time and learning in creative
ways. This class gives your child a jump on kindergarten
success. Fee: $80/child per session.
Course# Days Dates Time
9023 M/W/F Sept Noon – 2 p.m.
9024 M/W/F Oct Noon – 2 p.m.
9025 M/W/F Nov Noon – 2 p.m.
This four week class makes learning fun for your child
with arts and crafts, gym time and learning in creative
ways. This class gives your child a jump on kindergarten
success. Fee: $80/child per session.
Course# Days Dates Time
9023 M/W/F Sept Noon – 2 p.m.
9024 M/W/F Oct Noon – 2 p.m.
9025 M/W/F Nov Noon – 2 p.m.
Teen Nights begin back Sept.10th
Attention all Teens! We will be starting Teen Nights back up on Thursday, September 10th from 7:00pm-9:00pm. Teen Nights has been moved to Thursdays each week due to scheduling. We will meet in the Charley Taylor game room to begin. We would like for our first teen night to be about what you would like to do on Thursdays this fall. We will take the first part of the evening to just chat about some different activities. The last hour will be for gym time just for you! Please bring a friend and enjoy a fun evening.
No horse playing or foul language will be tolerated at all during Teen Nights. Please come to have a good time and be respectful to the staff. Come and meet with the staff about what you would like to see. Memberships will be required to participate in Teen Nights.
If you have not purchased your Recreation ID card, you can get it made for just $5 for the WHOLE YEAR!!! What a deal! Take this opportunity these first few weeks of school to get your rec ID made. Look forward to seeing you at our first Teen Night on Thursday, September 10th!
No horse playing or foul language will be tolerated at all during Teen Nights. Please come to have a good time and be respectful to the staff. Come and meet with the staff about what you would like to see. Memberships will be required to participate in Teen Nights.
If you have not purchased your Recreation ID card, you can get it made for just $5 for the WHOLE YEAR!!! What a deal! Take this opportunity these first few weeks of school to get your rec ID made. Look forward to seeing you at our first Teen Night on Thursday, September 10th!
Tee-Ball League Registration Open
We are now taking registration for the upcoming tee-ball league that will begin on Saturday, October 10th. Registration is $50 which includes a jersey and a hat. Season will last 6 weeks and game location is to be announced soon. Please register at Charley Taylor to get your child enrolled! Practices will take place once a week. Spots are filling quickly. DEADLINE FOR SIGNUPS IS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH!
If you have any additional questions, please contact the center during normal business hours at (972) 264-6890 or email Halima at hbaquedano@gptx.org.
If you have any additional questions, please contact the center during normal business hours at (972) 264-6890 or email Halima at hbaquedano@gptx.org.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
New Building Hours
Charley Taylor Recreation Center will be moving to new hours effective Monday, August 24th, 2009. The following are the new building hours:
MONDAY-THURSDAY:
12pm-9pm
FRIDAY:
12pm-6pm
SATURDAY:
9am-1pm
SUNDAY:
Closed
MONDAY-THURSDAY:
12pm-9pm
FRIDAY:
12pm-6pm
SATURDAY:
9am-1pm
SUNDAY:
Closed
Fall 2009 After-School Program
Are you a parent looking for after-school care for your child? If your child(ren) is attending Crockett Elementary School this academic year you are in luck!
The Charley Taylor After-School Program is for children ages 6-12 who attend Crockett Elementary. We pick up from the school at 3:30pm each day, bring the kids to the recreation center where they will work on homework, get a snack, along with getting some open gym/play time at the playground.
We do pick up Monday-Fridays during the school year. On days where there is an early release, we will pick up earlier those particular days, please see school calendar for details.
Fee is $30 per week which includes pick up from Crockett Elementary. If you are interested in the program, please stop by the rec to pick up an after-school packet and/or see any staff member for details.
The Charley Taylor After-School Program is for children ages 6-12 who attend Crockett Elementary. We pick up from the school at 3:30pm each day, bring the kids to the recreation center where they will work on homework, get a snack, along with getting some open gym/play time at the playground.
We do pick up Monday-Fridays during the school year. On days where there is an early release, we will pick up earlier those particular days, please see school calendar for details.
Fee is $30 per week which includes pick up from Crockett Elementary. If you are interested in the program, please stop by the rec to pick up an after-school packet and/or see any staff member for details.
FREE Airhogs Game Tickets!!!
ATTENTION ALL CAMPERS AND PARENTS!!!
The Grand Prairie Parks and Recreation Department is having Parks and Rec Appreciation Day at the final baseball game of the season at Quik Trip Park in Grand Prairie on next Wednesday, August 26th.
Tickets are open to all recreation center members, campers, and their families. Please let us know how many tickets you would like for you and your family.
We will have the free tickets delivered to the rec center on Monday, August 24th. We want to thank everyone again for a wonderful summer and please bring your friends and family out to the park for a fun-filled evening! If you are interested, please email Michael at mlevy@gptx.org to RSVP the number of tickets you would like.
Please pass the word on!!! Wednesday, August 26th...final Airhogs baseball game. For more information about the stadium...visit http://www.airhogsbaseball.com/.
The Grand Prairie Parks and Recreation Department is having Parks and Rec Appreciation Day at the final baseball game of the season at Quik Trip Park in Grand Prairie on next Wednesday, August 26th.
Tickets are open to all recreation center members, campers, and their families. Please let us know how many tickets you would like for you and your family.
We will have the free tickets delivered to the rec center on Monday, August 24th. We want to thank everyone again for a wonderful summer and please bring your friends and family out to the park for a fun-filled evening! If you are interested, please email Michael at mlevy@gptx.org to RSVP the number of tickets you would like.
Please pass the word on!!! Wednesday, August 26th...final Airhogs baseball game. For more information about the stadium...visit http://www.airhogsbaseball.com/.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Camp Survey
ATTENTION PARENTS!!!! WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!!!! We have a camp parent survey that we would like your feedback on. Please take a few moments to let you us know honestly your view of this summer. If you don't mind printing and returning these to the staff this last week we would appreciate it. This is to help aide us in our planning for next year! Thank you in advance for your time!
CAMP PARENT SURVEY
CAMP PARENT SURVEY
Final Week of Camp
Week #11 does begin the final week of camp. What a great summer it has been and we have thoroughly enjoyed having your child here at Charley Taylor.
Our final camp field trip will be to Joe Pool Lake at our Lynn Creek Park. More details will be shared about the activities for that day along with times when we will be there.
As with the final week, your child might have left personal belongings somewhere in the building...please take time this week to check through lost and found. Everything left over will be donated to goodwill.
Camp officially closes at 6:00pm on Friday, August 21st along with the Summer Lunch Program.
We would really like to hear from you this next week on your experience with the camp as a whole.
Our final camp field trip will be to Joe Pool Lake at our Lynn Creek Park. More details will be shared about the activities for that day along with times when we will be there.
As with the final week, your child might have left personal belongings somewhere in the building...please take time this week to check through lost and found. Everything left over will be donated to goodwill.
Camp officially closes at 6:00pm on Friday, August 21st along with the Summer Lunch Program.
We would really like to hear from you this next week on your experience with the camp as a whole.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Hurricane Harbor Friday
This is a reminder that we will be going to Hurricane Harbor this Friday, August 14th from 10am-4pm. Please make sure your child brings a sack lunch for the field trip. If you would rather send money with your child, please send $10 for the trip.
The bus will be departing at 10:00am and we should be returning by 4pm or a little earlier.
Your child will need to bring the following items Friday:
Swimsuit
Towel
Sunscreen
Sack Lunch (or money if they want to buy at HH)
All kids will be receiving a wristband for the trip and they are not to remove that wristband for the entire trip. We will have our phone number on there in the event there is a separation.
We are looking forward to our last big trip of the summer! We have one more field trip on the last week of camp for Friday, August 21st at the Lake Parks on Joe Pool Lake.
More details next week. Call the rec center if you have questions.
The bus will be departing at 10:00am and we should be returning by 4pm or a little earlier.
Your child will need to bring the following items Friday:
Swimsuit
Towel
Sunscreen
Sack Lunch (or money if they want to buy at HH)
All kids will be receiving a wristband for the trip and they are not to remove that wristband for the entire trip. We will have our phone number on there in the event there is a separation.
We are looking forward to our last big trip of the summer! We have one more field trip on the last week of camp for Friday, August 21st at the Lake Parks on Joe Pool Lake.
More details next week. Call the rec center if you have questions.
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