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All activities are subject to change. For links to facilities, programs, classes and activities in the current Beyond the Neon guide, go online to www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Find/recreation.htm. Most activities require advance registration.
Swimming Pools Open For Summer Season (all ages)
Monday-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m., June 13-Aug. 13, Doolittle Pool, 1950 N. J St.
Monday-Sunday, noon to 5 p.m., and Monday-Friday, 7 to 9 p.m., June 13-Aug. 14, Carlos L. Martinez
and Darrio J. Hall Family Pool at Freedom Park, 889 N. Pecos Road.
Monday-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m., June 13-Aug. 13, Baker Pool, 1100 E. St. Louis Ave.
Monday-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m., June 13-Aug. 13, Garside Pool, 300 S. Torrey Pines Drive.
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday-Sunday noon to 6 p.m., June 6-Sept. 6; Municipal Pool, 431
E. Bonanza Road.
Monday-Friday, 6-8 a.m. adult lap swim; noon to 4 p.m. all ages; 4-7 p.m. adult lap swim;
Saturday-Sunday noon to 6 p.m. all ages; June 13-Sept. 6; Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S.
Pavilion Center Drive.
Daily fees: $1 for ages 4-17; $2 for ages 18-49; $1.50 for ages 50+; and free for ages 0-3.
All-summer pool passes (valid Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day): $40 individual, $60 for a family of up to 8 people, and $30 for an adult age 50+.
Each pool will offer private, semi-private and small group swimming lessons. Private lessons are $100, semi-private lessons (two-three students) are $50, and group lessons (four or more students) are $25, for six 45-minute lessons. Swim lesson sessions begin the week of June 13. Each pool also will offer novice competitive swimming, diving, synchronized swimming and water polo teams for ages 7-17 for only $25 for the entire summer pool season. From 4 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, there are limited lanes for adult lap swim only at Municipal Pool.
NFL Youth Flag Football Leagues (ages 6-14)
Registration open until full. Games will be played on Saturdays beginning in September.
Fee: $65 includes team jersey.
Games are played at All-American Park, 1551 S. Buffalo Drive (at Charleston).
Sign up as a team or individually in your age group: PeeWees (ages 6-8) , Juniors (ages 9-11), Seniors (ages 12-14). All teams in the leagues are eligible to compete in NFL Flag Sectional and regional tournaments. Contact Savonta at Mirabelli Community Center at 229-6359 or Steve at Cimarron Rose Community Center at 229-1607 for additional information.
Summer Camps (ages 6-15)
Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., through Aug. 26.
Cost: $75 for the first child for the week and $70 for each additional child from the same household.
Registration for weekly summer camps opened in March and remains open until camps are full. Youth will have fun and stay busy enjoying age-appropriate activities, including sports, games, special events, arts and crafts under the supervision of staff. Participant must bring a sack lunch, drink and snack daily, unless they are attending a food program site.
The following centers will offer Kids’ Kamps:
229-1607.
Specialty Summer Camps (ages 6-15)
Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., through Aug. 26.
Cost: $115 per week for the first child and $110 for each additional child from the same household. A few specialty camps may have higher prices.
Registration for weeklong summer specialty camps opened in March and remains open until camps are full. These camps will focus on a wide variety of specific topics of interest and/or themes with additional activities, guest speakers, and/or field trips during each week. Participants will need to bring a sack lunch, drink and snack every day. The following centers will offer summer specialty camps:
229-1100.
*These camps are already full with waiting lists.
Learn to Swim Lessons (ages 18 months-adult)
Lessons continue through Aug. 5 at seasonal pools and are available year-round at Municipal and Pavilion Center pools.
Fee: $25 for group classes; $100 for six 45-minute private lessons; $50 for six $45-minute semi-private lessons.
See the Beyond the Neon Summer 2011 guide at http://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Find/recreation.htm for available swim lessons, by age group and proficiency level, at each city of Las Vegas pool.
Baker Pool, 1100 E. St. Louis Ave., (702) 229-1532.
Carlos L. Martinez and Darrio J. Hall Family Pool at Freedom Park, 889 N. Pecos Road.,(702) 229-1755.
Doolittle Pool, 1950 N. J St., (702) 229-6398.
Garside Pool, 300 S. Torrey Pines Dr., (702) 229-6393.
Municipal Pool, 431 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6309.
Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1488.
Dula Gym Sports & Classes (adults)
Table tennis Tuesday/Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon; Pickle Ball Mon./Wed./Fri., 9-11:30 a.m.
Fee: $2 annual gym membership. Leagues have additional fees.
Dula Gym, 441 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6307.
The gym offers open table tennis and pickle ball, volleyball and basketball leagues, as well as basic computer skills classes. Call for information and registration.
Summer Water Sports Teams (ages 7-17)
Fee: $25 for entire summer program, until pools close for the season.
Participate in novice competitive swimming, diving, synchronized swimming or water polo at any city of Las Vegas pool. Call 229-6309 for more information and to register.
Baker Pool, 1100 E. St. Louis Ave., (702) 229-1532. Pool closes Aug. 13.
Carlos L. Martinez and Darrio J. Hall Family Pool at Freedom Park, 889 N. Pecos Road.,(702) 229-1755.
Pool closes Aug. 14.
Doolittle Pool, 1950 N. J St., (702) 229-6398. Pool closes Aug. 13.
Garside Pool, 300 S. Torrey Pines Dr., (702) 229-6393. Pool closes Aug. 13.
Municipal Pool, 431 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6309.
Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1488.
National Night Out 2011 (all ages)
Tuesday, Aug. 2, 6:30 p.m.
Free
Doolittle Park, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd.
Join local law enforcement officers for a night out in Doolittle Park to heighten crime-prevention awareness, learn about local anti-crime programs, strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships. For more information on National Night Out, go online to www.nationaltownwatch.org/nno/about.html.
All-City Synchronized Swimming Show (all ages)
Thursday, Aug. 4, 7 to 9 p.m.
Free admission.
Baker Pool, 1100 E. St. Louis Ave., (702) 229-1532.
With “The Old Wild West” theme, this year’s annual event will be a yee-haw good time!
Mirabelli Penny Carnival (all ages)
Friday, Aug. 5, 1 to 3 p.m.
Cost: One cent entry fee; 5 to 25 cents per activity.
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., 229-6359.
Bring your change to enjoy carnival games, test your skills and win candy and prizes. Everyone wins!
Dive In Movie Night! (all ages)
Friday, Aug. 5, 6 to 8 p.m.
Fee: $3 per person.
Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1488.
Take a dip in the pool, lounge on a raft, or lounge in a deck chair while watching a movie on the big screen. Light refreshments will be provided. All pool rules apply. Family movie to be determined.
Free Ward 6 Back-to-School Fair and Movie in the Park (all ages)
Friday, Aug. 5, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; movie starts at dusk.
Centennial Hills Park Amphitheatre, 7101 N. Buffalo Drive.
Join Councilman Steven D. Ross for a free back-to-school fair and movie in the park. Call (702) 229-6154 for more information.
Free Ward 1 Rotary Park Rededication, Back-to-School Fair and Movie in the Park
Thursday, Aug. 11, 6 to 10 p.m.; 6 p.m. Park Rededication; 6:30 p.m. school fair; movie at dusk.
Rotary Park, 901 Hinson St.
Join Councilwoman Lois Tarkanian for a rededication of the renovated Rotary Park, a back-to-school fair with Believers in Christ Ministries, and a family movie in the park. Call 229-6405 for details.
Free Ward 2 Back-to-School Fair and Movie in the Park (all ages)
Friday, Aug. 12, 6 p.m.; movie starts at dusk.
AnSan Sister City Park, 7801 Ducharme Ave.
Join Councilman Steve Wolfson for a back-to-school fair and family movie in the park. Call 229-2420 for more information.
Dash and Splash
Saturday, Aug. 13. Arrive at 7:30 a.m.; race begins at 8 a.m.
Fee: $15 pre-registration, $20 on event day.
Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1488.
This event is back by popular demand! Event begins at Pavilion Center Pool with a 1.5 mile run that winds through a nearby park, then concludes with a 300-meter swim at Pavilion Center Pool. There is no age limit, but participants must be able to swim 100 meters successfully.
Free Ward 5 Back-to-School Fair (all ages)
Saturday, Aug. 13, 9 a.m.
Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J St., (702) 229-6374.
Call 229-6851 for more information.
Beach Party Splash (all ages)
Sunday, Aug. 14, noon to 6 p.m.
Fee: $3 per person
Municipal Pool, 431 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6309.
Enjoy swimming, games, dancing, treats, prizes, a DJ playing your favorite music and all the splash toys in the pool.
Ward 4 Back-to-School Fair and Movie in the Park (all ages)
Friday, Aug. 19, 6 p.m.; movie starts at dusk.
Bruce Trent Park, 8851 Vegas Drive.
Join Councilman Stavros S. Anthony for a free back-to-school fair and family movie in the park. Call 229-2524 for more information.
Adaptive Recreation
Lorenzi Adaptive Recreation Center Summer Program (ages 7-21)
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., June 13-Aug. 26.
Fee: $75 per week
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave. (702) 229-1515.
The Lorenzi Adaptive Recreation Center provides recreational programming for youth of all abilities. Participants will enjoy a new recreation experience every week, community outings, sports, games, arts and crafts, swimming, movies, friends, and all around fun. Please call (702) 229-6358 or 229-4905 for registration packet and information.
Project D.I.R.T. Floyd Lamb Park Day Hike (ages 22+ adults with developmental disabilities)
Saturday, Aug. 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: $2, includes transportation.
Call (702) 229-4796 for information and registration.
Project D.I.R.T. Mt. Charleston Tent Camping (ages 22+ adults with developmental disabilities)
9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21.
Fee: $50 per person, includes transportation, tent and meals.
Call (702) 229-4796 for information and registration.
Paralympic Sports Club Las Vegas (ages 5-adult)
Paralympic Sports Club Las Vegas, in conjunction with the Clark County School District, is a program designed for children and adults with physical disabilities that offers sports training and competitions throughout Southern Nevada. Our mission is to maximize the potential of people with physical disabilities through sports. For more information, call (702) 229-4796.
Quad Rugby Team Practice (adults)
Fridays 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $20 per person/month.
Chuck Minker Sports Complex, 275 N. Mojave Road, (702) 229-6563.
For more information, call (702) 229-4796.
Wheelchair Basketball Practice (ages 14+)
Thursdays, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Call 229-4796 for information and location.
Fee: $2 per night
Leisure Connection (ages 22+)
Leisure Connection is a social group for adults with developmental disabilities. Community outings are planned each month to assist high-functioning adults with social skills and independence in the community. Activities include bowling, movies, lunch/dinner outings, sports events and leisure education classes. Please call (702) 229-5177 to be placed on the activity schedule mailing list.
Vegas Vision (ages 7-adult)
Individuals with visual impairments may participate in a variety of activities, including tandem bike rides, goal ball, swimming, rock climbing, fishing, and special outings. Call (702) 229-4904 for information.
Golf Lessons (ages 12+)
Fee: $3 per student; group sessions.
This seasonal golf program is for individuals of all abilities who would like to attain the knowledge and understanding of basics in the golf swing. Participants can learn the game, improve strength and skills, and gain self-confidence. Call 229-4904 for an appointment.
New A.G.E. (ages 22+)
Monday-Friday, 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Closed holidays and Opportunity Village staff development days.
Fee: 1-3 days $21; 4 days $28; 5 days $35.
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1702.
New A.G.E. "after work" recreation program for adults with developmental disabilities. The program offers a variety of activities and special events that promote individuality, self-esteem and independence. Please call 229-5177 for registration packet and information.