Chandler Recreation Update
July 8, 2009 · Published By Admin
Break Time Recreation Guide & Fall Registration
The summer issue is online and the fall issue will be available on July 24. Fall registration begins August 8 for Chandler residents and August 14 for non-residents. In addition, a new non-resident fee will go into effect on August 8. Get details here: www.chandleraz.gov/breaktime
Open House at the EEC
On Tuesday, July 21, the Environmental Education Center will offer a number of fun and FREE nature-based activities for people of all ages during an open house from 5-7:30 p.m. Activities may include crafts, hikes, movies, stories, music, and science labs. Registration is not required; just stop on by and join the fun! The EEC is on the northeast corner of Chandler Heights Rd. and Lindsay Rd. For more info, call 480-782-2890 or visit www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis
Nature Walk & Star Party at the EEC
Join the Environmental Education Center staff on Saturday, July 11 from 10-10:45 a.m. for a guided nature walk through Veterans Oasis Park. Discover nature in your own neighborhood as we explore the hilltop viewing areas, wetland habitats, and the shores of the urban fishing lake. Each walk will feature different routes, themes, and activities. This is a perfect program for the entire family! The cost is $6, pre-registration is required and space is limited. Children under 6 are admitted for free and need not register, as long as they are accompanied by a paid participant. Participants under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. For more information call 480-782-2890, email EEC@chandleraz.gov, or visit www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis
On Friday, July 24, there is a free Star Party at the EEC from 7-10 p.m. Members of the East Valley Astronomy Club will bring their telescopes to Veterans Oasis Park to allow park visitors to explore Arizona’s amazing night sky. Potential targets include the waxing crescent moon, Saturn, Jupiter, double stars, nebulae, and star clusters. A slide presentation about The International Year of Astronomy, featuring information about Galileo and his contributions to astronomy takes place inside EEC from 7-8 p.m. Telescope viewing takes place outside at the east end of the parking lot from 8:15-10 p.m. The ramada directly north of the parking lot will have craft tables, an information booth, and a refreshment station. Pre-registration is NOT required, but please check the weather because the telescope viewing will be cancelled if the sky is cloudy. If so, call the EEC at 480-782-2890 to find out if telescope viewing will be held. The slide presentation will take place regardless of the weather. Participants under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. For more information call 480-782-2890, email EEC@chandleraz.gov, or visit www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis
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