SUMMER
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ACTIVITY
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SUMMER 2021 ACTIVITY GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS PUBLIC LIBRARY ACTIVITIES
CAMPS
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SUPER TUESDAY PROGRAMS
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YOUTH SPORTS ORGANIZATIONS 18
KIDS AND FAMILY ACTIVITIES
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FITNESS FACILITIES
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MOVIE NIGHTS IN THE PARK
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ADULT RECEATION ACTIVITIES
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FUN TIMES FOR TWEENS/TEENS
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ADULT SPORTS
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LIBRARY ADULT ACTIVITIES
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FAMILY EVENTS
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TECHOLOGY HELP
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CLUBBING AT THE LIBRARY
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RECREATION CENTER ACTIVITES YOUTH RECREATION ACTIVITIES
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HISTORIC SITES MUSEUMS & ACTIVITIES
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CONTACTS CITY FACILITY RENTAL
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Nacogdoches Public Library 1112 North Street 936-559-2970
Monday through Thursday - 10:00am - 8:00pm Friday - 10:00am - 6:00pm Saturday - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Nacogdoches Public Library
Check out nacogdochespubliclibrary.readsquared.com for all the Summer Reading Program information. Log your reading, get recommendations, and play along in fun missions. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay on top of all we have going on for all ages.
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Super Tuesday Programs Every Tuesday in June and July will feature a fun, family-friendly activity.
• PETTING ZOO
DATE: June 8 TIME: 10:00 a.m. AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Please register through Eventbrite.
Join us at Festival Park in Downtown Nacogdoches for lots of fun with lots of furry friends!
• TOY PARTY SLEEPOVER
DATE: June 15 TIME: 4:00 p.m. AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Please register through Eventbrite. Bring your favorite stuffed animal and help them prepare for a sleepover at the library with a fun activity! Leave your stuffie overnight and library staff will document all of the silly, sleepover fun toys can have.
• LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD CSI DATE: June 22 TIME: 10:00 a.m. AGES: All Ages REGISTRATION: Free. Please register through Eventbrite.
Examine the clues and work the scene to solve the crime at Granny’s house. Can you solve the mystery?
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• CAREER DOGS
• FANTASTIC CREATURES
DATE: June 29 TIME: 4:00 p.m. AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Please register through Eventbrite.
DATE: July 20 TIME: 10:00 a.m. AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Please register through Eventbrite.
Join us as we look into the different kinds of jobs our K9 friends can do!
Unicorns and dragons are animals, too! Come join in on fun activities featuring your favorite fantastic creatures!
• SAFARI STATIONS
• FAMILY GAME NIGHT
Join in on fun, safari-themed games and activities!
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of games at the library--including lifesize board games and much more!
DATE: July 27 TIME: 4:00 p.m. AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Please register through Eventbrite.
DATE: July 6 TIME: 10:00 a.m. AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Please register through Eventbrite.
• ANIMATED AND STOP MOTION ANIMALS DATE: July 13 TIME: 4:00 p.m. AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Please register through Eventbrite.
This program will feature two stations: In one you can learn how to animate cartoon characters using Scratch and other programs, and in the other you can try your hand at stop motion.
Kids and Family Activities • SUMMER READING KICKOFF: TAILS & TALES
DATE: June 5 TIME: 12:00 p.m. AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Please register through Eventbrite. Help us usher in a summer filled with fun, furry friends, and, of course, reading! Check out all the activities we have planned and be the first to sign up for events!
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• STORYTIME
DATE: Wednesdays TIME: 10:00 a.m. AGES: 12 years & younger REGISTRATION: Free. Please register through Eventbrite.
Join us for stories, songs, and all kinds of silliness every Wednesday morning! Each participant will receive a take-home craft kit to enjoy from home.
• MINECRAFT CHALLENGE!
DATES: June 6, July 10, August 7 TIME: 12 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. online or in person AGES: 7-17 years REGISTRATION: Free. Please register through Eventbrite. Join us for a little friendly competition in the world of Minecraft with challenges that test your imagination and skill.
• MAKER CAMP
DATES: Thursdays beginning June 10 - July 29 TIME: 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. online or in person AGES: 7 years & up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
For the 7th year, the library will host a maker camp for those interested in DIY, making, creating, crafting, hacking, tinkering, and learning. Attend one or all of them with the whole family or on your own.
• PAWJECT RUNWAY: CANINE COSTUME COMPETITION DATE: June 25 TIME: 4:00 p.m. AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Create a runway-worthy costume for your four-legged friend and join in the fun! We will team up with Nac Snack Friday on the downtown square and take the stage to determine who’s the top doggie designer! Then, enjoy the food trucks and music to round out the night.
• LEGO® CLUB
DATES: June 14, July 19, August 16 TIME: 2:30 p.m. online AGES: 5-17 years REGISTRATION: Free. Please register through Eventbrite. The library has thousands of Lego® pieces from which to choose to build whatever you can imagine. It’s fun for the whole family! We’ll announce the session’s challenge and you can build at home and send us a photo and we’ll post it on the library’s FB page.
• ESCAPE YOUR BUBBLE: ESCAPE THE ZOO!
DATE: July 9-10 TIME: Multiple time slots REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
You’re trapped in the zoo! Bring your “bubble” of family or friends (no more than 10 in a group) and solve puzzles and challenges together and find the way out.
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• ESCAPE YOUR BUBBLE: HARRY POTTER’S BIRTHDAY DATE: July 30-31 TIME: Multiple time slots REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
It’s your favorite wizard’s birthday, so celebrate with an escape room! Bring your “bubble” of family or friends (no more than 10 in a group) and solve puzzles and challenges together.
• HARRY POTTER’S BIRTHDAY PARTY AND END-OF-SUMMER BASH
DATE: July 31 TIME: 6:00 p.m. AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Join us at the library to celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday with wizard games, treats, and crafts! Plus, summer reading prizes will be announced as we wrap our summer of fun!
Movie Nights in the Park • HOODWINKED
DATE: June 18 TIME: 7:00 p.m., movie begins at 8:00 p.m. at Festival Park AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Come hang out at Festival Park for an outdoor showing of Hoodwinked, a fun twist on a classic tale, Little Red Riding Hood. Come early to enjoy food from local food trucks and stake out your spot! This movie is rated PG.
• DOLITTLE
DATE: July 23 TIME: 7:00 p.m., movie begins at 8:00 p.m. at Festival Park AGES: All ages REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Robert Downey Jr. plays Dr. Dolittle, who can talk to animals who join him on his adventures. Come early to enjoy food from local food trucks and stake out your spot! This movie is rated PG.
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Fun Times for Tweens/Teens • 3D POP UP ANIMALS
DATE: June 9 TIME: 5:00 p.m. AGES: 10-19 years REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Learn how to create three dimensional art to amaze your friends and family! Pick your favorite animal and make it come to life with paper.
• PET BFF NECKLACES
DATES: June 19 TIME: 1:00 p.m. AGES: 10-19 years REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Honor your furry (or feathery or scaly) best pet friend with a cute necklace you can share! Bring a pic to use or draw one during the workshop.
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• DIY POCKET SLOTHS
• ANIMAL-THEMED ROOM DECOR
Who doesn’t need a pocket sloth?! Come make your own soft felt creature using simple sewing techniques and cute embellishments.
What does your favorite animal say about you? Give your space a wild makeover with DIY vinyl decals and decoupaged decor.
DATES: June 23 TIME: 5:00 p.m. AGES: 10-19 years REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
DATES: July 21 TIME: 5:00 p.m. AGES: 10-19 years REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
• CLAY ANIMAL MAGNETS & JEWELRY
• DIY TEMPORARY TATTOOS
Make mini animals out of clay and turn them into magnets, earrings, or pins. Create your own menagerie!
Learn how to create temporary tattoos of your own design. We’ll also learn how to turn dried flowers into wearable art.
DATES: July 8 TIME: 5:00 p.m. AGES: 10-19 years REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
DATE: July 16 TIME: 5:00 p.m. AGES: 10-19 years REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Library Adult Activities • BAD ART NIGHT
DATE: June 4 TIME: 6:00 p.m. AGES: 18 years and up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Create something truly outrageous and appalling and win prizes for the most heinous art. But seriously, come enjoy making art without expectations and focus on the process, rather than the product. Supplies provided.
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• LEARN TO MAKE: BLUEBERRY CREPES & EBELSKIVERS
DATE: June 11 TIME: 5:00 p.m. AGES: 18 years and up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Get ready for the Blueberry Festival in the most delicious way possible and learn how to make crepes and ebelskivers (Danish mini-pancakes) filled with blueberry goodness!
• NOT YOUR MAMA’S CROSS STITCH
DATE: June 30 TIME: 5:00 p.m. AGES: 18 years and up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Join us for a relaxing evening of irreverent stitchery. Beginners and experienced stitchers alike are welcome. Supplies provided.
• LEARN TO MAKE: HOMEMADE ICE CREAM
DATE: July 7 TIME: 5:00 p.m. AGES: 18 years and up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite. Escape the heat and eat a treat! Learn how to make ice cream with various methods and flavors.
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• BOOKBINDING WORKSHOP
DATE: July 15 TIME: 5:00 p.m. AGES: 18 years and up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Join us for an interactive workshop on various bookbinding techniques, and you will get to make your own book to take home.
• LEARN TO MAKE: SUMMER ROLLS DATE: July 22 TIME: 5:00 p.m. AGES: 18 years & up REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
When the weather heats up, keep it cool in the kitchen with delicious, healthy no-cook handheld meals.
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Technology Help BOOK-A-LIBRARIAN
Call to set up an appointment with a friendly librarian for a 15 minute to half hour one-on-one session to learn how to use your device or get tech advice.
Clubbing at the Library
• BETWEEN THE LINES JOURNALING CLUB
DATE: June 1, 15, 29, July 13, 27, August 10, 24 TIME: 6:00 p.m. in person or online AGES: 18 years and up. REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Whether you’re into bullet journals, art journals, self-care tracking, or diary keeping, you’re welcome to join us for all things “journal.” Bring your own or make a new one. We’ll share inspiration, techniques, and tips. And we’ll review journal styles and methods and invite special guest speakers. Open to novice and experienced alike.
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• CITIZENSHIP STUDY GROUP DATE: Tuesdays TIME: 5:30 p.m. in person AGES: 18 years & up REGISTRATION: Free.
Prepare for your citizenship exam and interview. Classes are ongoing. Join us anytime, but you must register so we can plan for proper spacing between participants!
• ESL CONVERSATION GROUP (GRUPO DE CONVERSACIÓN EN INGLÉS) DATE: Thursdays TIME: 5:30 p.m. in person AGES: 18 years & up REGISTRATION: Free.
We practice our English conversation skills by conversing, reading aloud, and building vocabulary. This group meets year-round and anyone can join anytime. Please call the library to register so that we can ensure social distance.
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C.L. SIMON RECREATION CENTER 1112 North Street 936-559-2960
Monday through Thursday - 10:00am - 8:00pm Friday - 10:00am - 6:00pm Saturday - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Nacogdoches Parks and Recreation
Please register early!
We make every effort to conduct the classes we advertise. However, in fairness to our instructors, there is a point when courses must be cancelled due to insufficient registration. With that in mind, please do not wait until the last minute to sign up for a class. You could be the one participant needed to meet the required minimum.
Accident Insurance
The City of Nacogdoches does not provide individual, team, or group accident insurance for participants in Recreation programs. We recommend that you check with your personal agent to assure coverage. Please report any injuries to your program supervisor.
Refund Policy
Persons needing to cancel out of a program may apply for a refund at the Recreation Center prior to the starting date of the program. Refunds will not be issued after the first class meeting unless a written statement from a physician is received indicating illness or disability.
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Youth Recreation Activities • GYMNASTICS OPEN GYM
DATES: June 11, June 25, July 9, July 23, August 6, August 20 TIMES: 4:30-6:00 p.m. AGES: 5-12 COST: $5 per child Every other Friday evening, bring your kiddos in to let a little energy out in the gymnastics room. No instruction will be given by staff, but kids are allowed to work on skills during this time. Children under the age of 5 are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
• TUMBLE TOTS
DATE: Mondays TIME: 10:00-11:00 a.m. AGES: Baby - Preschooler COST: $5/class or $20/month
Looking for something to do with your active tot? Want to chat with other moms? Come let your child explore, climb and crawl in a safe environment while getting some time to socialize with other moms. This open gymnastics time is the perfect place to meet other moms and get your little one’s energy out while improving his/her gross motor skills.
• CHEMISTRY ROAD SHOW
INSTRUCTOR: James D. Pennington, Ph.D. DATE: Tuesday, June 29 TIME: 1:00 p.m. COST: Free AGES: Most appropriate for 3rd grade and up, however, younger children allowed The Chemistry Road Show is a public service program with the goals of entertainment AND education. The instructor will use sensory impact to show chemical wonders turn ordinary objects and events into exciting learning experiences.
• FALL YOUTH VOLLEYBALL
REGISTRATION: Aug. 9-Sept. 10 DRAFT: Saturday , Sept. 11 COST: $60/player DIVISIONS: Girls 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14 GAMES BEGIN: Saturday, October 2
Camps • SUMMER ADVENTURE DAY CAMPS
THE BASICS AGES: 5-8 & 9-12 COST: $90/Week, $560 for all seven weeks, Sibling Discount only applies to weekly cost: $10 off 2nd child REGISTRATION: May 1st until 1st day of camp if space is available.
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ACTIVITIES: Week 1: June 14-18 - Hometown Superheros Week 2: June 21-25 - Summer Camps Got Talent Week 3: June 28-July 2 - Science Week *No camp the week of July 5* Week 4: July 12-16 - Engineer Week Week 5: July 19-23 - Animal Kingdom Week 6: July 26-30 - Olympics/All-Star Training Week 7: Aug. 2-6 - Circus Week
* Arts and Crafts, weekly library & knowledge sessions, gymnastics or cheerleading. Campers will learn all about our weekly camp theme through instructors, hands-on learning and projects.
• ZUMBINI
INSTRUCTOR: Cha-Chi Cordero DATES: Tuesdays TIME: 5:30-6:30 p.m. COST: $80 pass OR $10 per class per child AGES: 0-5, must have a caregiver present
Zumbini promotes bonding between caregiver and child. Each class is filled with singing, dancing and various instruments. Sessions include a Zumbini bundle. Caregiver participation required.
• SIGN LANGUAGE
INSTRUCTOR: Cha-Chi Cordero DATES: Mondays TIME: 5:15-6:00 p.m. COST: $80 for unlimited classes OR $10 per class per child AGES: All ages welcome This class will focus on the basics of Sign Language. Each class will build on the previous class.
• TWIRLING
INSTRUCTOR: Crystal Kilmer DATES: Tuesdays TIME: Beginner Twirling: 5:00-5:45 p.m.; Intermediate & Advanced: 6:30-7:15 p.m. COST: $35/month
Learn fundamentals, tricks, salutes, footwork, kicks, dance, twirling and novelty routines! Students will need a baton that fits the length of their arm. Students have the opportunity to perform at local events throughout the year. Students must take a regular twirling class to take the Trick class. You may order a baton with the instructor. Private & Semi- private lessons by appointment.
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• BALLET & JAZZ 1
• TEXAS AIKIDO
DATES: Tuesdays TIMES: 4:00-5:00 p.m. AGES: 4-6 COST: $35/month
Dancers will learn basic ballet and jazz techniques, as well as jazz combos. Ballet or jazz shoes are required.
• BALLET & JAZZ 2 DATES: Wednesdays TIMES: 7:00-8:00 p.m. AGES: 6-8 COST: $35/month
Dancers will learn basic ballet and jazz techniques, as well as jazz combos. Ballet or jazz shoes are required.
• GYMNASTICS BIRTHDAY PARTIES
The gymnastics area can be rented for supervised birthday parties on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Party time includes set-up and clean-up. The fees are as follows: • Up to 12 children: $75 for two hours • 13 - 24 children: $125 for two hours
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JUNIOR BUDOKA INSTRUCTORS: Robert Cheshire, 5th degree black belt, Shihan Dai; LaRied Oats, 2nd degree black belt; Jeff Cuevas, 2nd degree black belt; Brent Gotcher, 2nd degree black belt Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays TIME: Children: 7:00-8:00 p.m. AGES: 5-14 COST: $5/class OR $60/16 punch card
The Junior aikido class will focus on anti-bullying, confidence building and self discipline. This will be done in an environment that is fun and participants will make new friends. Participants are taught how to identify dangerous situations and strategies to best handle them. They will also learn elements of striking, hip throws, disarmaments and ground techniquest. Classes are taught with encouragement and recognition of strengths and challenges of each individual as lessons are adjusted to fit the needs of the student. Our Chief Instructor is the National Kids Program Technical Director for our organization.
• GYMNASTICS AND CHEERLEADING
Registration begins two weeks before the start of the next session. Schedule varies by month. Four week sessions are $35, three week sessions (due to holidays) are $25.
MAY SESSION: ends May 28, registration for June begins Monday, May 24 JUNE SESSION: June 7 July 2, registration for July begins June 28 JULY SESSION: *3 week session* July 12 - July 30, registration for August begins July 19 AUGUST SESSION: August 2 - August 27
Gymnastics & Cheerleading Class Descriptions
MINI & ME: Children must be 1 - 3 years of age. This is an introductory level class designed for the very young gymnast who requires a parent or guardian to accompany him or her on the floor. Children will work on advancing their motor skills and coordination while being introduced to a variety of gymnastics equipment. 4-5 YEAR OLDS: Children must be 4 - 5 years of age and can be without a parent during the class. The primary objectives for this group are: following the teacher’s instruction, taking turns and playing well with others within the gymnastics setting. This class develops the skills featured in the Mini & Me class and introduces more challenging ones. 6-7 YEAR OLDS: Children must be 6-7 years of age. Gymnasts must be able to follow directions and able to learn more advanced motor skills and gymnastics skills. Each gymnast should be working to master the skills featured in Tiny Tots and developing the strength and coordination for more challenging ones. CHEER AND TUMBLE I: Children ages 5-8 years of age. Athletes will begin working on tumbling such as standing backbend, round-offs, back walkovers, front walkovers and running round-offs. If students are advanced the class will work on more advanced tumbling skills. Stunting will be taught if there are more than 4 students in a class. CHEER AND TUMBLE II: Children ages 9 years of age or older and will be working on more advanced skills building from the Cheer and Tumble I class. Athletes will be expected to take direction well and be willing to be challenged as a prep for middle school or high school cheer. Stunting will be taught if there are more than 4 students in a class. Private lessons also available! Starting at $35.00.
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Youth Sports Organizations Nacogdoches Youth Softball Association Contact: Jason Smith Email: smithje450@yahoo.com Phone: (936) 221-2073
Nacogdoches Youth Soccer Association Contact: Michael Montes Website: nysa.gotsport.com Phone: (214) 208-5111
Nacogdoches Boys Baseball Association
Contact: Chris Rivers Website: www.nacogdochesyouthbaseball.com Email: nbyba.president@gmail.com
Boys & Girls Club of Deep East Texas
ETEX Swim Team – General Public Swim Lessons, Master’s Swim Pineywoods Youth Football Association Website: www.bgcdet.org Email: Nacogdoches@bgcdet.org Phone: (936) 560-6844
Fitness Facilities • PICKLEBALL COURTS
COST: Varies depending on location Two courts available at Banita Creek Park. Bring your own equipment and net. Free.
Pickleball open gym offered at Recreation Center Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-12 p.m., equipment provided. $2.00/ day or $20/month.
• WEIGHT ROOM
COST: $2.00/day OR $20.00/month AGES: 18 years and up ONLY in the weight room
The weight room may be used during C.L. Simon Recreation Center open hours.
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• C.L. SIMON RECREATION CENTER GYMNASIUM
COST: $2.00/day OR $20.00/ month AGES: 12 years and under must have supervision by an adult 18 years of age or older
Open gym for basketball is 1:008:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Wednesdays are 18 & Up night. Gym schedule changes often so call (936) 559-2960 to check for availability.
Adult Recreation Activities • ZUMBA
• BEGINNER & BEGINNER PLUS CLOGGING
INSTRUCTOR: Misti Cranford DATE: Monday - Friday TIME: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. AGES: 13 years & up COST: $5.00/class or $60.00 for a 20 class punch card
INSTRUCTOR: Cathy Michaels DAY: Mondays TIME: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. AGES: 15 years & up - Men and Women welcome COST: $7/class OR $60/10 class punch card
Join us for a calorie-burning, funfilled cardio party! We will crank up the music and let loose! Fiesta Fridays in the Dance Room.
• TABLE TENNIS
COORDINATOR: Robert Payne DATE: Mondays and Wednesdays TIME: 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. AGES: 6 years & up COST: $2.00/day
Students will continue to learn basic clogging steps/ routines. Clogging shoes or clogathletic shoes with clog ging taps required. Some preowned tap shoes are available for purchase in limited sizes. This is a great way to exercise your mind & body to music while making new friends. PREREQUISITE: BEGINNER CLOGGING
The Nacogdoches Table Tennis Club (NTTC) welcomes all levels of players. NTTC promotes a family friendly atmosphere with serious minded children welcome under adult supervision. Our goals are fun, exercise and the improvement of table tennis skills.
• EASY INTERMEDIATE CLOGGING INSTRUCTOR: Cathy Michaels DAY: Mondays TIME: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. AGES: 15 years & up - Men and Women welcome COST: $7/class OR $60/10 class punch card
Students will continue to learn Easy Intermediate clogging steps/routines. Clogging shoes or athletic shoes with clogging taps required. Some preowned tap shoes are available for purchase in limited sizes. This is a great way to exercise your mind & body to music while making new friends. PREREQUISITE: BEGINNER PLUS CLOGGING OR EXPERIENCE
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• HIGH INTERMEDIATE CLOGGING INSTRUCTOR: Donna Oliver DATE: Thursdays TIME: 5:30-7:00 p.m. AGES: 15 years & up - Men and Women welcome COST: $7.00/class or $60.00/10 class punch card
Students will continue learning new intermediate clogging steps/routines & review previous routines. Clogging shoes or athletic shoes with clogging taps required. This is a great way to exercise your mind & body to music while making new friends.
• ADULT EXHIBITION TEAM CLOGGING INSTRUCTOR: Donna Oliver DATE: Thursdays TIME: 7:00-8:30 p.m. AGES: 15 years & up - Men and Women welcome COST: $7.00/class or $60.00/10 class punch card
The Rhythm Rocker Cloggers are an energetic clogging group with a family dynamic who perform for festivals, nursing homes, weddings (yes, weddings!!) State Clogging Convention & other venues. The Lamplite Theatre has become a regular and exciting place to perform. The goals of the exhibition team are: fun, fitness and promoting the love of dance.
• TEXAS AIKIDO
BUDOKA INSTRUCTORS: Robert Cheshire, 5th degree black belt, Shihan Dai; LaRied Oats, 2nd degree black belt; Jeff Cuevas, 2nd degree black belt; Brent Gotcher, 2nd degree black belt DATES: Tuesdays & Thursdays TIME: Adult: 7:00-8:30 p.m. AGES: 14 & up COST: $5/class or $60/16 punch card Our aikido class for adults consists of Judo, Aikido, Karate and Jujitsu. Participants learn elements of self-defense while enjoying a traditional Japanese martial art. Individuals will learn to challenge ourselves both physically and mentally. Participants will learn aspects of escaping from grasps, various throws (and how to land/roll safely), weapon disarms and ground fighting.
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Adult Sports • SUMMER ADULT SOFTBALL
REGISTRATION: begins May 17 COST: $385 per team, $25 late fee DIVISIONS: Men’s & Co-Ed Games begin: week of June 20 Ages: 18 & up
• SUMMER ADULT FUTSAL
REGISTRATION: begins June 7 COST: $25 per individual DIVISIONS: Co-Ed GAMES BEGIN: Games will begin July 6 and will be played on Tuesday and Thursday nights. Possible Friday games if needed. Ages: 16 & up
• FALL ADULT SOCCER
REGISTRATION: begins August 9 COST: $55 per individual OR $550 per team DIVISIONS: Over 30 and Open League GAMES BEGIN: Open League Games will begin Sept. 14 playing on Tuesday and Thursday nights. Over 30 - Games will begin Sept. 12 playing on Sundays. Ages: 18 & up
• FALL ADULT SOFTBALL
REGISTRATION: begins August 9 COST: $385 per team, $25 late fee DIVISIONS: Men’s & Co-Ed GAMES BEGIN: week of September 12 Ages: 18 & up
Family Events • MOVIES IN THE PARK
DATES: August 21, 2021 LOCATION: Festival Park Come spend an evening under the stars with us enjoying a fun, family friendly movie. Bring your blanket lawn chairs, or just grab a comfortable spot in the grass.
• NISD LUNCH PROGRAM
DATES: June 7 - July 30* No meals on July 5th LOCATION: Ritchie Street Park and Pioneer Park - 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. All students are eligible. More info and a menu can be found at nacisd.org.
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Museums and Activities • DURST-TAYLOR HISTORIC HOUSE AND GARDENS
HOURS: Wednesday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. LOCATION: 304 North St. COST: Free
The Durst-Taylor Historic House and Gardens is a circa 1835 wood-frame house and is the second oldest building in Nacogdoches. The house sits very close to the intersection of the old El Camino Real de los Tejas and La Calle de Norte and was home to many early businessmen, bankers, and political leaders including Thomas J. Rusk, Bennet Blake and William Ochiltree. This hands-on museum includes a fully functioning smokehouse, blacksmith shop and chicken coop as well as heirloom gardens and a sugarcane mill.
• STERNE-HOYA HOUSE MUSEUM AND LIBRARY
HOURS: Wednesday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. LOCATION: 211 S. LaNana COST: Free
The Sterne-Hoya House Museum and Library is an 1830 dogtrot house built by prominent merchant and Texas Revolution leader, Adolphus Sterne. It was occupied by the Sterne family until 1869 when it was sold to the von der Hoya family. The house remained in the von der Hoya family until it was donated to the City of Nacogdoches in 1958.
• NACOGDOCHES RAILROAD DEPOT HOURS: Thursday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. LOCATION: 101 Old Tyler Rd. COST: Free
The Nacogdoches Railroad Depot was built by Southern Pacific Railways to replace the original wooden depot and opened on April 3 of 1911. The wooden depot was built in May of 1910 and burned to the ground less than a year later after it was struck by lightning. The depot remained in service until 1954. View our new exhibit on the history of the railroad and its passengers.
• JUNIOR ENGINEER DAYS
DATES: June 10 & 24, July 8 & 22 TIME: 10 a.m. - Noon AGES: 2-10 years LOCATION: Nacogdoches Railroad Depot REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
All aboard! Join us at the historic Nacogdoches Railroad Depot for crafts, activities, games and stories all centered around trains and the railroad. Activities and crafts range from playing red light, green light and making a railroad lantern to coloring train pictures and listening to a railroad book. Space is limited, please register.
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City Facility Rentals • LIBERTY HALL
Liberty Hall (El Camino Real Park) is available for parties, reunions, or corporate functions. The facility has a small kitchenette and large meeting area with a maximum capacity of 75 people. Some tables and chairs are provided.
CONTACT: C.L. Simon Recreation Center (936) 559-2960 COST: Monday-Friday $140.00 for four hours and $35.00 for each additional hour; Saturday-Sunday $280.00 for eight hours
*Refundable Security Deposit required at time of reservation - $100, or $500 if you will serve alcohol at the event. *Payment due at time of reservation. Cancellations made more than 7 days prior to the event will receive a full refund.
• PARK PAVILIONS
Park pavilions are available to reserve for parties and other events. There are 16 different covered pavilions throughout the City and around Lake Nacogdoches.
CONTACT: C.L. Simon Recreation Center (936) 559-2960 COST: $10.00 per hour OR $50.00 all day
*Payment due at time of reservation. Cancellations made more than 7 days prior to the event will receive a full refund.
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PARKS DIRECTORY PIONEER PARK
PECAN ACRES
Size: 30 Acres Location: 501 Lenwood St.
Size: 23 Acres Location: 826 Starr Ave.
This park features 3 group pavilions with electricity, picnic tables, playground equipment, volleyball court, open playfield, disc golf course and parking area.
This park features a large pecan orchard, 1 group pavilion with electricity, picnic tables, disc golf course, playground equipment, open playfield, recreation trial, & parking area.
MARONEY PARK Size: 17½ Acres Location: 2110 Maroney Dr. This park features Splashadoches, jogging-exercise trail, basketball hoop, 4 group pavilions with electricity, picnic tables, playground equipment and parking area.
ROBERT MCCRIMMON PARK Size: 14 Acres Location: 2130 Woden Rd. This park features 1 group pavilion with electricity, picnic tables, playground equipment, lighted & covered basketball court & paved access road.
FESTIVAL PARK Size: 18 Acres Location: 507 S. Pecan St. This park features large event pavilion, open area to accommodate event/festival set-up, 3 group pavilions with electricity, lighted basketball court, playground equipment, picnic tables, restroom & parking area.
TEMPLE SPRAY STATION
BANITA CREEK PARK NORTH Size: 12 Acres Location: 501 Pearl St. This park features a disc golf course, playground equipment, group pavilion with electricity, picnic tables, Dog Park Nacogdoches, restroom, parking area, open play field & exercise trail.
Size: 1 Acre Location: 1100 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd This park features spray station & parking facilities.
MILL POND PARK
LAKESIDE PARK
Size: 26 Acres Location: 1628 John St.
Size: 6 Acres Location: 4800 N. Pearl St.
This park features 1 basketball court, playground equipment, 1 group pavilion & restrooms.
This park features a small pond, picnic tables & playground equipment.
EUGENIA STERNE PARK Size: 1 Acre Location: East Main St. This park features Gazebo, park benches & parking area.
RITCHIE STREET PARK Size: 6 Acres Location: 800 Ritchie St. This park features 1 group Pavilion, baseball practice field, landscaping exercise equipment, basketball court & playground equipment.
TRAILS & LAKES LAKE NACOGDOCHES
TRAILS
Lake Nacogdoches is a 2210 acre reservoir located 10 miles southwest of the City on FM 225. There are three pavilions, a swimming area, a fishing pier, & a boat ramp in the west side park. There are also tables, a swimming area & another boat ramp on the east side of the lake.
The Nacogdoches trail system is over 8 miles of both paved & unpaved walking and/or biking paths. The trails are equipped with water fountains and emergency phones & patrons are encouraged to enjoy the wooded scenery.