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RECREATION AND PARKS YOUTH SERVICES
We create community through people, parks and programs

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BEST (After School) Sports Instruction Preschoolers

Supporting our mission to "strengthen community safety through the provision of leisure programs" and  "facilitate community problem solving." OPERATION REPLAY Here is a chance to help economically disadvantaged children by donating any usable recreation equipment such as baseballs, softball gloves, bats, protective equipment, athletic shoes, weight equipment, athletic shoes, weight equipment or bicycle helmets. All equipment items will be presented to disadvantaged Tulare youth, so clean your garage or closet, or purchase a new piece of equipment and become part of OPERATION REPLAY so kids can play. Equipment will be collected year-round at the following drop off points or you may contact the Parks and Recreation Department who will assist you in its transfer: Claude Meitzenheimer Community Center 830 South Blackstone or Senior Community Center 201 North "F" Street ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ LETTERS FROM SANTA Children may write to: SANTA C/O Tulare Parks and Recreation 830 S. Blackstone St. Tulare, CA 93274 and Santa will write back! Please mail letters by no later than Wednesday, November 16, 2011. Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope. GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT To benefit the Meals on Wheels Program Pamper yourself – Enjoy dance performances, a fashion show, raffle prizes, vendor booths, free goodies and silent auction. Meet local celebrities and MUCH MORE! Monday, February 6, 2012 Tulare Youth Center 948 North H Street Adults: $10 Children Under 12 years: $5 For ticket information, call 685-2330 Easter Bunny EGGStravaganza Thursday, March 29, 2012 5:00pm - 8:00pm 201 North F St. Tulare Senior Center A fun filled family event of crafts, games, face painting, egg decorating, photos with Whiskers the Easter Bunny & more! Egg Decorating, (1 ticket per egg) Make & Take Crafts (2-4 tickets) Face Painting (3 tickets) Cookie Decorating (2 tickets per cookie) Games & Food too! ALL AGES, FREE ADMISSION Purchase activity tickets during event 4 tickets for $1.00 Questions? Call 685-2330 SPRING CARNIVAL DATE: Thursday, April 5, 2012 TIME: 5 – 7 p.m. Fun Activities for all!!! Bounce House Activities Face Painting Game Booths Food Booth Easter Egg Hunt($2) Ages 10 and under Bring your own basket The Tulare Recreation and Parks Department invites you to join us at Zumwalt Park to beat the summer heat and enjoy a movie night of family fun. Come enjoy the Recreation and Parks Department’s 12’ x 12’ screen and sound system. For more information please call 684-4310. SUMMER 2012 Friday, July 13 Friday, July 20 Friday, July 27 Friday, August 3 ALL MOVIES WILL START AROUND 8:15 P.M. ADMISSION IS FREE Kids’ day With fun activities for kids Date: Saturday, august 18 time: 9:00 a.m – Noon location: Zumwalt Park (Tulare Ave. and M St.) Tulare Has Talent Date to be announced The Recreation and Parks Department will be hosting a talent show for youth ages 5 to 17 years. The program will feature individual and group performances including singing, dancing, musical instruments, drama, cheerleading, baton twirling, etc. You may pick up entry forms at the Department offices at 830 S. Blackstone Street, Tulare, CA 93274 or you may call us at (559)684-4315 and we can fax an entry form to you. Program will be held at Tulare Senior Center 201 North F St. 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Age Groups: 5-8 years 9-12 years 13-17 years Entry Deadline: Rehearsal Date: To be announced. Date To be announced 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. FEE: $3.00 per child (children ages 2-15) Pre-register due to limited space. (no phone registrations) Bring your own poles and live bait. No treble hooks or lures. No throwbacks. Registrations are taken 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday thru Friday 830 S. Blackstone Street Tulare, CA 93274 (559)684-4310

POLICIES

· Activities and classes are limited in size. Registration will be taken on a first-come, first-serve basis.

· Classes that do not draw the minimum enrollment by the registration deadline will be canceled. Please make every effort to register on time so a class will not be canceled unnecessarily.

· Children must be required age by the first day of class.

· No one but registered participants will be allowed in class, unless otherwise indicated by staff.

· The liability release on the registration form must be signed in compliance with City policy.

REFUNDS
It is department policy to not allow refunds once registration is accepted by the Department, unless the class is canceled by the Department.

WAITING LISTS
Once registration for an activity has reached its limit, a waiting list will be established.

ACCESSIBILITY
The Recreation and Parks Department is committed to provide reasonable services and opportunities for those with special challenges and needs. If you require special accommodations for participation in our programs or in the use of our facilities, please call the Department office at 684-4310.

LOW INCOME RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
You may qualify for a reduced fee through this program. Stop by our Department office for an application.

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