Chandler Recreation Update
May 7, 2009 · Published By Nellie Dunigan
Greetings! Chandler has the classes, programs and community events that you love!
Spotlight On Upcoming Special Events
Registration Begins for Summer Recreation Classes
Saturday, May 9, at 10 a.m. for Chandler Residents
Friday, May 15, at 10 a.m. for non-Chandler Residents
See the new Break Time Recreation Guide for details!
Coming this summer!
* 4th of July Celebration and Fireworks Spectacular at Tumbleweed Park
Celebrate America and our heritage at this fun and festive
Independence Day event for the entire family.
Tumbleweed Park, southwest corner of Germann and McQueen roads.
Presented by the Chandler Lions Club and the City of Chandler.
Activities and Programs of Note
Break Time Recreation Guide
The summer issue of Break Time is here!
www.chandleraz.gov/breaktime.
Family Nights at the TRC
The Tumbleweed Recreation Center will host a new Family Night every Wednesday, beginning May 6. You can come in for some cool all-ages fun from 5:30-7 p.m. Activities will include fitness, movies, puppet shows, “bubble blast” and more! Daily pass rate for children ($2) and teens ($3) applies; free for TRC pass holders. For more information, call 480-782-2900 or visit www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed.
Reptiles of Arizona at the EEC
Saturday, May 16, Noon-1p.m., for all ages
Join the Arizona Herpetological Association for an intriguing presentation about the fascinating reptiles that call Arizona home! The presentation will feature live animal demonstrations of snakes, chuckwallas, and other native reptiles. Children under 6 are admitted for free and need not register. Fee: $6. The EEC is on the northeast corner of Chandler Heights Rd. and Lindsay Rd. Call 480-782-2890 or visit www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis for more information.
Summer Aquatics Programs
Check out the new Chandler Aquatics Web pages at www.chandleraz.gov/aquatics and get a head start on your summer swimming plans. Also, the Mesquite Groves Aquatic Center is open year-round and the water is heated!
Chandler Tennis Center Hosts Summer Tournament
The annual Chandler Summer N.T.R.P. tennis tournament will be May 22-24. The tournament offers many divisions of play for almost every level of player! Events included are Men’s/Women’s Singles and Doubles and Mixed Doubles. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a seasoned tennis veteran this tournament is a great way to get out to the courts and have a good time! Please contact Erin Guinn at 480-782-2651 for additional information. The Chandler Tennis Center is located in Tumbleweed Park at 2250 S. McQueen Rd. www.chandleraz.gov/tennis
Can you reserve a section of tumbleweed park, for like 50-75 people?
Please let me know.
Thanks Terry