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Houston
Parks and Recreation 2999 S. Wayside Drive, Houston TX 77023, 713-845-1000
Recreational facilities in Houston include 56 community centers across the city, providing a variety of educational and recreational programs for all ages. Programs include the Mayor's After School Achievement Program (ASAP), the HPARD After-School Enrichment Program, summer youth programs, and leisure, sports, and fitness activities for adults and seniors. The Urban Foresters division has planted 25,284 trees through the 1% Set-Aside Tree Planting Program. Urban Foresters also partnered with Trees for Houston, a non-profit tree advocacy group, to initiate the NeighborWoods program. Other facilities include 8 golf courses including Memorial Park Golf Course and the First Tee Junior Golf Facility at F. M. Law Park, 39 municipal swimming pools, 13 Water Playgrounds, 3 staffed tennis centers and 78 neighborhood tennis courts, and over 100 miles of nature or hike and bike trails. The recreation department also manages and maintains the Japanese Garden and the Houston Garden Center. An $80 million bond issue approved in October 2001 provides for renovation of 75 existing parks, expansion and further development of 8 existing parks, general improvements to 25 parks, expansion of 3 linear parks along bayous, and construction of 3 new community centers and maintenance buildings. Other recent facilities include 3 skate parks opened since December 2003 and 2 dog parks opened since May 2004. Hermann Park, minutes from downtown Houston, is a cultural and recreational hub surrounded by the Texas Medical Center, Rice University, the Museum District and residential neighborhoods. Attractions inside Hermann Park include Hermann Park Golf Course, Miller Outdoor Theatre, the Houston Zoo, the Museum of Natural Science, the IMAX Theatre, the Planetarium, the Japanese Gardens, and the Rose Garden. The $9.1 million Heart of the Park project, completed in 2004, covers 18.5 acres of Hermann Park's 445 total acres, and features in its center the Mary Gibbs and Jesse H. Jones Reflection Pool, flanked by two pedestrian plazas that run between the Sam Houston Monument and Circle on the north and McGovern Lake ("Lake Overlook") on the south.
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Baytown Parks
and Recreation 2407 Market St, Baytown TX 77520, 281-420-6597
Recreational facilities in Baytown include 40+ parks. 32
parks feature picnic and playground areas, an additional 6 have a picnic area
only. 21 parks have walking and biking trails, 19 feature sports fields and
backstops, 26 offer basketball courts, 6 have tennis courts, and 2 feature sand
volleyball courts. A number of parks have aquatic facilities, including 2 parks
with free boat launch ramps, and 7 with free fishing piers and boat docks. NC
Foote Pool, in N.C. Foote Park, 2428 West Main has a 100-person capacity and
features a one-meter diving board, rinse shower, restrooms and a covered
pavilion. Sports Complex Pool, at the Wayne Gray Sports Complex, 5200 East Road
has a 150-person capacity and features two one-meter diving boards, a wading
pool, pavilion, showers, restrooms and picnic tables. Baytown YMCA operates and
staffs the pool facilities. The Sports Complex's indoor facilities, sports
fields, and pool are available for rental at specified times. Roseland Spray
Park, 100 Roseland Dr in Roseland Park, has a railroad theme with a number of
water features. It is open at no charge from the first Sunday in April till the
last Sunday in October. Baytown Community Center features an auditorium that
can accommodate up to 500 people, and several meeting rooms, available to rent
for private parties, club meetings, and commercial functions. The city's four
pavilions all feature lights, electricity, and restrooms. 2 pavilions are
indoor and offer tables/chairs, kitchenettes and air conditioning, the 2
open-air pavilions feature picnic tables. All are available for rental year
round. Bicentennial Park Amphitheater & Gazebo, 119 Lee Drive, whose stage
features electricity and lights, is located in a large open area and hosts a
number of city festivals, including the annual Fourth of July celebration.
Baytown offers sports programs for people of all ages and abilities, including
ASA, TAAF, and USSSA sanctioned softball, flag football, track and tennis
teams. Youth sports organizations, in conjunction with the City of Baytown,
offer girls softball, baseball, soccer and basketball. Baytown also co-sponsors
several events for the Area 4 Special Olympics, as well as the Senior Olympics
and Softball programs. Other special events include the Daddy & Me
Valentines Day Dance, July 4th activities, Baytown Arts and Crafts Show,
Baytown Halloween Carnival and Company Cup Events (Golf, Tennis & Softball
Tournaments, Gator Bike Ride, Bowling, 5K Run/Walk), Fun Time Fridayz, Santa's
Helpers and Cookies With Santa.
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Bellaire Parks and
Recreation 7008 S Rice, Bellaire TX
77401, 713-662-8280
Recreational facilities in Bellaire include 13 parks, which offer a variety of amenities. All parks feature a playground area, and most have a picnic area as well. Some parks have an open green space area. Several parks feature tennis courts (some lighted), and adult and youth baseball fields, including Little League (some lighted), 2 parks (Bellaire & Evergreen, at 4500 Evergreen) feature a neighborhood swimming pool. Bellaire Park, 5113 Laurel also contains the Civic Center, auditorium & meeting rooms, Bellaire Recreation Center, gazebo, picnic area with BBQ pit, and a jogging trail. Horn Field, Ave. B at Holly, offers youth soccer fields and a T-Ball Field. Paseo Park, on Bellaire Blvd., features a historical trolley, Bellaire Blvd. esplanade and Special Event Area. Russ Pitman Park, 7112 Newcastle, is nature-themed, with a Nature Discovery Center, self-guided nature trail, and aviary. The park also has a shaded picnic area, pavilions, and Henshaw House. Pin Oak Field, 5801 West Loop South, features a lighted soccer/football field, jogging track, and tennis/basketball courts.Elaine Wood Therapy Pool (at Evergreen Park) is open for water therapy sessions and lap swimming. Evergreen Pool offers open swim, and hosts swim meets periodically. Bellaire Pool is open during the summer with a season or 20-swim pass, or on a daily admission fee basis. Most classes and programs are held at the Bellaire Recreation Center or the auditorium or meeting rooms in the Civic Center. Specialty Summer Camps are held at the Bellaire Optimist Club Scout House (at Feld Park, 6406 Avenue B). Classes and programs for all ages include Karate American, Sports and Fitness. Youth Classes include Beginner Junior Golf, Mad Science, Cheerleading, Beginning Break Dancing, Mom & Me (Fitness), Little Folks Tots (Music/Movement), Little Folks Fitness, Pet Care for Kids, Private Music Lessons, Beginning/Advanced/Tournament Chess. Adult Classes include Accent Reduction for Non-Natives, Ballroom Dance, Line Dance, Spanish, Marvelous Makeovers, and Weight Watchers. Specialty Summer Camps include Discovering Artists, Art Adventures, Mad Science-The Chemistry Mystery, Mad Science-How does it Work?, Lego Mania, Lego LOGO, Guard (Lifeguard) Start Camp, Dance Camp/Workshop, Camp Tumble-Bear (Gymnastics), Girl's Volleyball Camp, Basketball Camp, Girl's Basketball Camp, Manners do Matter (Etiquette). Teen-oriented Classes include Teen Tennis Camp & Lessons, and Baby Sitting (American Red Cross)
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Deer
Park Parks and Recreation 610 E. San Augustine, Deer Park TX 77536,
281-478-2050
The Deer Park Parks and Recreation Department operates 4 recreational centers, 6 athletic complexes, 14 parks, 24 ball fields, an outdoor Olympic-sized swimming pool with diving well, 6 lighted tennis courts, 2 outdoor racquetball courts, a sand volleyball court, a gym featuring indoor racquetball courts, a full service weight room and a full size basketball court. Facilities at the parks include BBQ grills, picnic tables, playground equipment, basketball courts, volleyball courts, restrooms, and water fountains. Recreation programs include adult softball and volleyball leagues, and classes in gymnastics, martial arts, yoga, Pilates, ladies low impact aerobics, and Dog Obedience (Novice & Basic). Most programs, including a Community Center Preschool, are held at the Community Center, 610 E. San Augustine. Others classes, such as yoga, meet at the Claude Burgess Recreation Center, 4200 Kalwick. TNT Dynamite Cheer, a noncompetitive cheerleading class, meets at the Jimmy Burke Activity Center, 500 W. 13th St. USA Tennis 1-2-3, Art Park Dancers, and The S.A.F.E. Spot, for children ages 9-13, are among other programs offered. Senior adult activities, including arts & crafts, and bridge classes, card and board games, Federal Meals Program, Senior Olympics, trips, special events, and group meetings (e.g. AARP) are held at the E.M. Maxwell Adult Center, 1201 Center St, 281-478-7276. The Battleground at Deer Park 1600 Georgia Deer Park, Texas 77536 281-478-4653 is a "complete golfing facility specializing in tournaments and corporate outings." The facility features a lighted driving range, 3 regulation practice holes, pro shop, professional instruction, tournaments, and banquet/meeting Rooms. Walkers are allowed and there is a dress code. The Battlefield is operated separately from the Parks and Recreation Department facilities.
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Friendswood
Community Services Department 910 S. Friendswood Dr, Friendswood TX 77546,
281-996-3220
Recreational facilities in Friendswood include Friendswood Sesquicentennial Pool, 900 Cedarwood, 281-482-0936; Friendswood Sportspark, 2910 W. Parkwood, 281-996-3220, Activity Building – 416 Morningside, 281-482-8441, Leavesly Park Hanger, 901 Buckingham 281-332-5084, Centennial Park, 2200 S. Friendswood Dr, and Stevenson Park, 1100 S. Friendswood Dr. A variety of recreational programs are available for all ages. Youth programs and activities include NFL/Pepsi Punt, Pass & Kick, Pepsi Pitch, Hit & Run, Swim Lessons (YMCA rates & instructors, registration at Pearland YMCA), Summer Day Camp (Leavesly Park, 281-482-1494 during the summer), and KIDFISH EVENT at Centennial Park Pond, sponsored by KIDFISH Foundation. Local youth sports organizations also sponsor basketball, little league, baseball, girls softball, soccer, football, swim and dance team programs. Adult Programs & activities focus on fitness and sports, including Step Aerobics, Water Aerobics, Jazzercise, Adult Softball Leagues, Spookfest Softball Tournament, and Flag Football League. Senior Citizen programs include Classes: Tai Chi, Exercise, Swiss Ball Exercise, Pinochle, Line Dancing, Ballroom Dancing, Beginning Tap Dance, and Intermediate Tap Dance Classes, Bible Study, Bridge Club, Lunch Program, Blood Pressure Checks. A number of trips and events for seniors are held throughout the year.
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La
Porte Parks and Recreation 1322 S Broadway, La Porte TX 77571, 281-470-7275
Recreational facilities in La Porte include 19 parks, featuring baseball, softball, soccer and football fields, 3 Recreation Centers, bicycle/pedestrian/exercise/nature trails, a senior center, a special populations center, a 350,000 gallon Wave Pool, a membership-based Recreation & Fitness Center (individual & family memberships available to residents & non-residents), a bayside Sylvan Beach Pavilion, two bayside parks with fishing piers, a rodeo/open riding arena, and four neighborhood swimming pools. Almost all parks have playground equipment, many offer a picnic area as well. The recreation centers focus on after-school programs, with a variety of activities and special events during the school year and field trips in the summer. Adult sports leagues are offered for volleyball, softball, basketball and flag football. Individuals with special needs can participate in the S.P.O.R.T. program, a year round program offering day camps in the summer and various school year programs. The school year program for elementary age children focuses on fine and gross motor activities, sports, and games. The Teen/Adult After School/Work Program activities include fine and gross motor activities, drama, life skills, physical fitness and Special Olympics practice. The Adult Day Program: offers physical fitness training, independence skill training, community service projects, arts & crafts, ceramics, field trips, and life skills activities. Individuals ages 8 & up can also participate in Special Olympics. All 3 programs are geared to individuals who can function in a group setting independently. An assessment with the Recreation Therapist is required to evaluate new participants for all programs. The City of La Porte Senior Services Center provides year-round recreational, fitness, nutritional (hot lunch) and educational programs for adults 60 years of age and older, and their spouses. Transportation is available to and from the center located in the La Porte Recreation & Fitness Center. Home-bound individuals can also receive hot lunch service. Special activities offered throughout the year include blood pressure checks, hearing, cataract and glaucoma screenings, trips/excursions, weekly bingo, Social Security and Medicare assistance, shopping trips, senior dances, and income tax help.
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Pasadena
Parks and Recreation 3111 San Augustine, Pasadena TX 77503, 713-740-7062
Recreational facilities in Pasadena include 47 parks, 5 swimming pools, 5 game room buildings, 15 tennis courts, 21 ball fields, a museum, and Strawberry House. Facilities at the parks collectively include basketball courts, playgrounds, swings, picnic areas/tables, barbecue pits, backstops, park benches, restrooms, drinking fountains, walking and/or jogging trails (some lighted), gazebos, lighted ball fields, micro centers, recreational building centers, and game rooms. Deepwater Optimist Park features youth soccer fields and a concession stand. Friendship Gardens offers a flower garden. Sherwood Park features an infant swing set. The Youth Enrichment Services Program (Y.E.S.) operates at the Golden Acres Center, 5001 Oak, and the Odell Harrison Center, 415 Delta in Red Bluff Park (which also features a pavilion). Rusk Center operates a Community Youth Development Program (CYD) for youth who live or go to school in the 77506 zip code. Adult Classes include Aerobics (age 13 & up), Ceramics, Softball & Volleyball Leagues, and meet at the. Fogo Recreation Center, 914 Hart. Parenting classes are held at Harrison Recreation Center, 415 Delta. Summer Day Camps are offered for ages 6-14. Special Events include KidFish & KidFish College (Burke/Crenshaw Lake, 5150 Burke Rd in Burke/Crenshaw Park), Ms. Pasadena Senior Pageant (Pasadena Convention Center, 7902 Fairmont Pkwy), Easter Egg'stravaganza (Strawberry Park), and Pal Open Gym, 2910 E Southmore. Youth classes include Judo, Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, Summer Track, and After-school and evening programs/events at the Fogo, Harrison and Rusk Recreation Centers. Verne Cox Multi-Purpose Recreation Center offers classes and activities for Youth/Adults with disabilities. Registration and assessment is required prior to participation. Madison Jobe Senior Center, 1700 East Thomas, features weekly activities including aerobics, bridge, line dance, square dance, table games, casino Fridays, arts & crafts (oil painting, embroidery, quilting). Other programs/services/events include craft classes, Bunco, Silver Star Senior Meeting, Day Trips, dances, and tickets for sporting events. Strawberry Tennis Center, 1201 Parkside, 713-941-8631, offers tennis lessons & league play.
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Seabrook
Parks and Recreation 1700 First St, Seabrook TX 77586, 281-474-4517,
281-291-5713
Recreational facilities in Seabrook include 12 parks, collectively featuring playgrounds, picnic tables, benches, BBQ grills, restrooms, and drinking fountains. Friendship Park is sports-oriented, with 5 soccer fields, 3 backstops, a concession stand, and a basketball court. Rex Meador Park also focuses on sports, with basketball courts, sand volleyball court, baseball backstops, and aluminum bleachers, as well as a covered pavilion w/electricity and trails. Baybrook Park offers tennis and basketball courts. Brummerhop Park features sports and fitness facilities, including horseshoe pits, volleyball court, basketball court, and exercise equipment, along with covered picnic shelters and a wetlands observation deck. Mohrhusen Park offers a covered seating area, table with benches, flowing fountain, flower garden area, and granite trails connecting to the Hike & Bike System. Bayside Park is a waterfront area, with a gazebo, boat ramp under Seabrook Bridge Pier, and a 2 lane boat ramp. Hester Garden Park is a wooded area, featuring a partial wetland, pond, and trails. Pine Gully Park offers a 1000’ fishing pier on Galveston Bay and contains a Karawankawa Indians camp site, wetlands, wooded area, and nature trails. McHale, Miramar, Robinson and Wildwood Parks are all on the Texas Parks & Wildlife Birding Trail, McHale Park has an observation deck for bird watching. Hester Garden Park and Pine Gully Parks also offer bird-watching opportunities. City Pool/Miramar Park has granite trails connecting to the Hike & Bike System and features a 30' water slide, 2 pools, volleyball, showers, concession stand, covered pavilion w/electricity and 90-Hole Disc Golf course. The park hosts a swim team. Robinson Park is a wooded area, with hiking trails, foot bridge, wetlands, gazebo, benches, and parking. Wildwood Park features an open area, bayou, and wetlands. Seabrook Wildlife Refuge & Park, adjacent to Wildwood Park, is an undeveloped nature site (except for a few benches and a small parking area), with trails for bird watching and observing other wildlife in their natural habitat. Community House, a historic building with hardwood floors, functions as a meeting facility with a kitchen and stage area, and is available for rental.
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Tomball Parks and
The Tomball Community Center is available for rent, first to non-profit groups (contract on non-contract), then individuals, then non-profit groups who charge for services, and finally for-profit businesses. The community center offers meeting rooms and a banquet room with kitchen. Classes, activities and organizations meeting here regularly include Walking, Exercise, Games (Various), Bridge, Senior Organization, Line Dance, Blood Pressure Check, Quilting, La Leche League, Tutoring, Hometown Kitchen Band, Bingo, Girls Scouts, and Northwest Amateur Radio Society.
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Webster Parks and
Recreation 311 Pennsylvania (101 for mail), Webster TX 77598, 281-316-4137
Recreational programs and activities include arts &
crafts, such as stained glass window making, fitness (aerobics, tae kwon do),
various First Aid, CPR, Life-guarding, and workplace and water safety classes,
Holiday Events (e.g. Easter Egg Hunt, Halloween Carnival), Aquatics (Swim
Lessons, Open Swim) and Senior Citizen Events (Game Nights, Trips). All of
these programs meet at the Parks and Recreation Building. Summer Day Camp is
held at Texas Avenue Park,
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Happy Dayz Recreation Center
777 Sheldon Rd, Channelview TX 77530, 281-862-0888
Recreational
facilities in Channelview include the Happy Dayz Recreation Center, the V.V.
Ramsey Community Center, 15901 Lorenzo St, River Terrace Park, 16560 Market St,
and the B & G Ice House (Ice Skating Rink), 16436 Market St, 281-452-9179
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Crosby Parks and Recreation
Recreational facilities in Crosby include Crosby Park, 419 Hare Rd, Riley Chambers Park, 808 Magnolia Ave, and Black Dragon Karate, 5518 S Main St, 281-328-6962, a private business that offers martial arts classes.
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Cypress Parks and Recreation
Recreational facilities in Cypress include Langham Creek Park, 9701 Barker Cypress Rd; Sports Quest (Soccer), 7522 Clairson Lane, 832-593-7777; Enchanted Valley Recreation (Swim Center), 14910 Enchanted Valley Dr, 281-256-2146; and Hintze Dance Center, 18056 Fm 529 Rd, 281-861-7566.
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Galena Park Recreation Dept 1302 Keene St, Galena Park
TX 77547, 713-674-1741
Recreational facilities in Galena Park include Galena Park Swimming Pool, 1016 16th St, 713-678-3113; Galena Park Sports Complex, 1758 Parkside Dr, Galena Manor Recreation Building, 1508 Hunter St, 713) 678-3117, and Galena Manor Park, 1500 County Rd.
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Humble Parks and Recreation
Lindsey Lyons Park 2310 Atascocita Rd, Humble TX 77396, 281-454-5326
Recreational facilities in the Humble area include 5 parks, a skate park, and several golf courses. Private sports associations sponsor soccer, football, and baseball programs. 2 area martial arts schools offer karate and tae kwon do classes.
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South Houston Parks and Recreation 600 Avenue A, South
Houston TX 77587, 713-944-0836
Recreational facilities in South Houston include Cristyette Park, 701 Avenue F, Cristy Park, 900 Avenue H, and the privately run Southside Indoor Skate Park, 510 Iowa St, 713-946-9414
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