Dec 3-6 - Adaptation of Charles Dickens "A Christmas Carol". Thurs-Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm. $8 adults, $7 school student, military, 55+. Fain Fine Arts Theater on the campus of MSU. 397-4399
Dec 4-5 Wichita West Arts and Crafts Show. MPEC.
Dec 4-19 Wichita Theatre presents "Two from Galilee" 723-9037
Dec 5 Nutcracker Suite - Wichita Falls Ballet, Memorial Auditorium, 1300 Seventh Street, 322-5538
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Monday, November 23, 2009
Holiday in the Falls
Check out this website - http://www.holidayinthefalls.com/ - it lists all the activites going on this holiday in Wichita Falls. Neighborhoods with good lights and info on other events going on.
Friday, November 20, 2009
SAFB Youth Basketball
SAFB Youth Basketball Registration
WHERE: Madrigal Youth Center
WHO: Boys and Girls ages 3 - 12
WHEN: Registration: NOW, Mon-Fri, 10 am to 5:30 pm
FEE: $40 Members $45 Nonmembers of the Youth Center, $30 3-4 yr olds
Physical required prior to team placement.
We have already set up clinics for the following dates/times below:
CLINICS AT MADRIGAL GYM, BLDG 196
AGE DATE
5-8 Boys & Girls 18 Nov 5 pm
9-12 Boys 18 Nov 6 pm
9-12 Girls 19 Nov 5 pm
5-8 Boys & Girls 20 Nov 5 pm
9-12 Girls 20 Nov 6 pm
9-12 Boys 21 Nov 5 pm
Wayne Bishop
Director, Youth Sports
940-676-5437
WHERE: Madrigal Youth Center
WHO: Boys and Girls ages 3 - 12
WHEN: Registration: NOW, Mon-Fri, 10 am to 5:30 pm
FEE: $40 Members $45 Nonmembers of the Youth Center, $30 3-4 yr olds
Physical required prior to team placement.
We have already set up clinics for the following dates/times below:
CLINICS AT MADRIGAL GYM, BLDG 196
AGE DATE
5-8 Boys & Girls 18 Nov 5 pm
9-12 Boys 18 Nov 6 pm
9-12 Girls 19 Nov 5 pm
5-8 Boys & Girls 20 Nov 5 pm
9-12 Girls 20 Nov 6 pm
9-12 Boys 21 Nov 5 pm
Wayne Bishop
Director, Youth Sports
940-676-5437
Thursday, November 19, 2009
H1N1 Vaccination
PRESS RELEASE
November 19, 2009
For Immediate Release
The Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Health District will be providing an H1N1 flu vaccination clinic at the Wichita Falls Multi-Purpose Event Center’s (MPEC) Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall on *Saturday, December 5, 2009, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.*
*This clinic is only for those who fall under the following H1N1 vaccination priority groups as set by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC):
*• Pregnant women
• Household contacts and caregivers for children younger than 6 months of age
• Health care and emergency medical services personnel with direct patient contact
• All people from 6 months through 24 years of age
• Persons aged 25 through 64 years who have health conditions associated with higher risk of medical complications from influenza
The H1N1 flu vaccinations will be provided free of charge.
However, Medicare and Medicaid will be billed an administrative fee for this vaccination. Medicare and Medicaid recipients must bring their Medicare / Medicaid cards.
Please call the Wichita Falls- Wichita County Public Health District for more information at 761-7841.
November 19, 2009
For Immediate Release
The Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Health District will be providing an H1N1 flu vaccination clinic at the Wichita Falls Multi-Purpose Event Center’s (MPEC) Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall on *Saturday, December 5, 2009, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.*
*This clinic is only for those who fall under the following H1N1 vaccination priority groups as set by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC):
*• Pregnant women
• Household contacts and caregivers for children younger than 6 months of age
• Health care and emergency medical services personnel with direct patient contact
• All people from 6 months through 24 years of age
• Persons aged 25 through 64 years who have health conditions associated with higher risk of medical complications from influenza
The H1N1 flu vaccinations will be provided free of charge.
However, Medicare and Medicaid will be billed an administrative fee for this vaccination. Medicare and Medicaid recipients must bring their Medicare / Medicaid cards.
Please call the Wichita Falls- Wichita County Public Health District for more information at 761-7841.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
This program is sponsored by Dolly Parton to encourage young children to read. If you sign your kids up, they will receive a FREE age-appopriate book each month, until they are 5 years of age.
http://www.dollysimaginationlibrary.com/howworks.php
http://www.dollysimaginationlibrary.com/howworks.php
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Applebees Military Eat Free Night
This falls on Family Night this year, so kids will eat free also!
In recognition of your service to our country, all veterans and active
duty military personnel are invited to eat free at Applebee's
Neighborhood Grill & Bar Restaurants this Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov.
11, 2009.
As you may recall, Applebee's launched a pilot program last year on
Veterans Day offering free entrees to military service personnel and
veterans. Because the response was so overwhelmingly positive,
Applebee's is extending the invitation throughout the country this
year.
We would appreciate your help in spreading the word. Please help us
share details across your various communication channels.
All U.S. veterans and active duty military with proof of current or
former military service will eat free at all Applebee's nationwide on
Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009.
Proof of service includes: U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card,
U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and
Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, photograph in uniform or
wearing uniform.
For additional details, visit: http://www.applebees.com/vetsday/
In recognition of your service to our country, all veterans and active
duty military personnel are invited to eat free at Applebee's
Neighborhood Grill & Bar Restaurants this Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov.
11, 2009.
As you may recall, Applebee's launched a pilot program last year on
Veterans Day offering free entrees to military service personnel and
veterans. Because the response was so overwhelmingly positive,
Applebee's is extending the invitation throughout the country this
year.
We would appreciate your help in spreading the word. Please help us
share details across your various communication channels.
All U.S. veterans and active duty military with proof of current or
former military service will eat free at all Applebee's nationwide on
Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009.
Proof of service includes: U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card,
U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and
Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, photograph in uniform or
wearing uniform.
For additional details, visit: http://www.applebees.com/vetsday/
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Military BRATS documentary with Q&A
The program will be held at Hirschi High School Monday, Oct. 19 beginning at 7pm. Attendees will view a documentary "Brats: Our Journey Home." Following the documentary audience members may stay for a Question and Answer session with the producers and writer of the film. Did I mention this is FREE? FYI... due to certain subject matter this is not recommended for children under 13.
It's hard to imagine a military BRAT'S childhood. Moving from base to base around the world, they are at home everywhere - and nowhere. There are 1.2 million children being raised in the military today. An estimated 15 million Americans are former BRATS. They include actors Jessica Alba and Robert Duvall, Senator John McCain, and basketball star Shaquille O'Neal.
BRATS is the first cinematic glimpse into a global subculture whose journey to adulthood is a high-octane mixture of incredible excitement and enormous pain. Make no mistake - BRATS is not about the U.S. military - it's about their children, who grow up in a paradox that is idealistic and authoritarian, privileged and perilous, supportive and stifling - all at the same time. Their passports say "United States," but they're really citizens of the world.
Singer/songwriter and Air Force brat Kris Kristofferson leads us through the heart of their experiences, sharing intimate memories with fellow BRATS, including General Norman Schwarzkopf and author Mary Edwards Wertsch, whose ground-breaking book, Military Brats: Legacies of Childhood Inside the Fortress was one of the seminal inspirations for this film. Their stories reveal the peculiar landscape of their childhood, the culture that binds them together, and the power it exerts over their adult lives.
A seven-year work of passion by independent filmmaker Donna Musil, BRATS features rare archival footage, home movies and private photographs from post-war Japan, Germany, and Vietnam.
Below is a synopsis of the film. More information, including a clip of the film can be found at http://www.bratsourjourneyhome.com/ .
It's hard to imagine a military BRAT'S childhood. Moving from base to base around the world, they are at home everywhere - and nowhere. There are 1.2 million children being raised in the military today. An estimated 15 million Americans are former BRATS. They include actors Jessica Alba and Robert Duvall, Senator John McCain, and basketball star Shaquille O'Neal.
BRATS is the first cinematic glimpse into a global subculture whose journey to adulthood is a high-octane mixture of incredible excitement and enormous pain. Make no mistake - BRATS is not about the U.S. military - it's about their children, who grow up in a paradox that is idealistic and authoritarian, privileged and perilous, supportive and stifling - all at the same time. Their passports say "United States," but they're really citizens of the world.
Singer/songwriter and Air Force brat Kris Kristofferson leads us through the heart of their experiences, sharing intimate memories with fellow BRATS, including General Norman Schwarzkopf and author Mary Edwards Wertsch, whose ground-breaking book, Military Brats: Legacies of Childhood Inside the Fortress was one of the seminal inspirations for this film. Their stories reveal the peculiar landscape of their childhood, the culture that binds them together, and the power it exerts over their adult lives.
A seven-year work of passion by independent filmmaker Donna Musil, BRATS features rare archival footage, home movies and private photographs from post-war Japan, Germany, and Vietnam.
Below is a synopsis of the film. More information, including a clip of the film can be found at http://www.bratsourjourneyhome.com/ .
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Gas Prices
Not really kid related, but we all do drive them around from place to place! Here is a listing of the gas prices in Wichita Falls to find the cheapest place!
http://www.texasgasprices.com/Wichita_Falls/index.aspx
http://www.texasgasprices.com/Wichita_Falls/index.aspx
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Fall Festivals
Fall Festivals:
First Baptist Oct 31 - Fall Festival at First, 5-7pm, 723-2764
Grace Church Saturday, October 31, 6-8 PM.
KAUZ annual "Safe Kids Halloween" It's Halloween night (Oct 31) at the Howard Johnson hotel on Broad Street. From 5:30 to 8:30 p-m, kids can load up on candy.
FAIN PRESBYTERIAN FALL FESTIVAL - 2201 Speedway Wichita Falls, Texas - Oct 17th, 2009 from 4-6 pm. We will be serving Hot Dogs, chips, cookies, cotton candy, and popcorn. There will be a giant 18' inflatable slide, Clown named Luki Loki doing face painting, balloon animals. Booths with games and prizes. The target age group is 12 and under. This is a family affair for people with younger children. There will be booths and games for children 1 year and up. For more information please call the church at 767-2527.
First Baptist Oct 31 - Fall Festival at First, 5-7pm, 723-2764
Grace Church Saturday, October 31, 6-8 PM.
KAUZ annual "Safe Kids Halloween" It's Halloween night (Oct 31) at the Howard Johnson hotel on Broad Street. From 5:30 to 8:30 p-m, kids can load up on candy.
FAIN PRESBYTERIAN FALL FESTIVAL - 2201 Speedway Wichita Falls, Texas - Oct 17th, 2009 from 4-6 pm. We will be serving Hot Dogs, chips, cookies, cotton candy, and popcorn. There will be a giant 18' inflatable slide, Clown named Luki Loki doing face painting, balloon animals. Booths with games and prizes. The target age group is 12 and under. This is a family affair for people with younger children. There will be booths and games for children 1 year and up. For more information please call the church at 767-2527.
Friday, October 2, 2009
Caribfest 2009
Caribfest 2009 - Let Your True Caribbean Spirit Shine
Fri 2 Oct 2009 - 5pm-7pm - Midwestern State University - Sunwatcher Plaza
Glow Fete - 10:00pm to TBA @ MSU Comanche Room
Oct 4th
Calypso Show - 4:00pm to 7:00pm @ MSU
T-Shirts $12, Food $5
http://csoweb.org/cso.index.caribfest2009.php
Fri 2 Oct 2009 - 5pm-7pm - Midwestern State University - Sunwatcher Plaza
Glow Fete - 10:00pm to TBA @ MSU Comanche Room
Oct 4th
Calypso Show - 4:00pm to 7:00pm @ MSU
T-Shirts $12, Food $5
http://csoweb.org/cso.index.caribfest2009.php
Eco-Fair at RiverBend
The Eco-Fair is tomorrow (Oct 3) at RiverBend from 9-4pm. It's free and features a ton of vendors promoting sustainable living, arts/crafts for kids, live music, and food.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Wichita Falls Consignment Sale
Just Between Friends - www.jbfsale.com/wichitafalls - is having a huge children's and maternity consignment sale in Wichita Falls on October 16-18 at 3915 East Kell Blvd (the old Bargain Depot Bldg).
Shop and get unbelievable deals on all you need for cool weather!
Sell your items as a consignor and earn up to 70%! Details online or call 940-636-1443!
Volunteer and shop before the public to get the best deals first!
Sun (10/18) 1pm-5pm - HALF-PRICE SALE
Admission is 2 cans of food or $1 for first day only. This donation benefits WF area Food Bank.
*All PRE-SALERS must pre-register online - if you don't have the confirmation email, you will not be allowed in the door. Please no children. Doors close at 10:15pm
*MILITARY PRE-SALE is Thurs, Oct 15th at 9pm
*FIRST TIME MOM PRE-SALE will be held October 15th at 9:00pm.
*TEACHER PRE-SALE will be held October 15th at 9:00pm.
Shop and get unbelievable deals on all you need for cool weather!
Sell your items as a consignor and earn up to 70%! Details online or call 940-636-1443!
Volunteer and shop before the public to get the best deals first!
Fri (10/16), 9am-8pm
Sat (10/17) 9am-8pmSun (10/18) 1pm-5pm - HALF-PRICE SALE
Admission is 2 cans of food or $1 for first day only. This donation benefits WF area Food Bank.
*MILITARY PRE-SALE is Thurs, Oct 15th at 9pm
*FIRST TIME MOM PRE-SALE will be held October 15th at 9:00pm.
*TEACHER PRE-SALE will be held October 15th at 9:00pm.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Christmas Events
Electricritters
at River Bend Nature Center, 2200 3rd Street. On Fridays and Saturdays from Nov. 20 - Dec 19 from 6-8pm. Admission is $4. For more information call 940-767-0843.
Kell House Museum - http://www.wichitaheritage.org/kellhouse.html 900 Bluff Street Wichita Falls, Texas 76301- (940)723-2712
Children can mail their letters to Santa in the colorful mailbox located next to the flagpole at the MSU Fantasy of Lights. Send a self-addressed, stamped envelope with your letter to Santa, and he will answer your letter as soon as he can.
Ages: Children
Fee: FREE!!
When: November 23 - December 18
Where: MSU Fantasy of Lights
at 3400 Taft
Christmas in Scotland Park
http://www.cwftx.net/index.aspx?NID=1026
Free Holiday Fun for Everyone!!
Saturday, December 5, 2009, 1-3pm at Scotland Park
Santa's Great Candy Cane Scramble for ages 2 - 2nd grade, at 1:00 p.m. sharp. Candy canes will be scattered over a designated area in Scotland Park Softball Field. Over 10,000 Candy Canes!
See Santa arrive at 12:50 sharp!
Activities For The Entire Family
Talk with Santa indoors at the Scotland Park Gym.
Take Train Rides, Do Arts & Crafts indoors at the Scotland Park Gym. FREE Carnival Games
In case of inclement weather, call 761-7495, press 3. Rain Date: December 12, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. for Candy Cane Scramble only at Scotland Park.
* Let me know of other events for Christmas and I will add it to this post (if you get the posts via email, you'll have to go to the website to find updates.
at River Bend Nature Center, 2200 3rd Street. On Fridays and Saturdays from Nov. 20 - Dec 19 from 6-8pm. Admission is $4. For more information call 940-767-0843.
Kell House Museum - http://www.wichitaheritage.org/kellhouse.html 900 Bluff Street Wichita Falls, Texas 76301- (940)723-2712
- Santa House 2009 - Tuesday, December 1, 2009- Friday, December 11, 2009 from 9am to 12:30pm. Friday evenings 6-8pm. Saturday 10am-3pm. Sunday 1pm-3pm. $3, 2 and under are free.
- Candlelight tours - Saturday, December 19, 2009 6-8pm. $5 adults, $4 seniors, military, and $1 kids.
Children can mail their letters to Santa in the colorful mailbox located next to the flagpole at the MSU Fantasy of Lights. Send a self-addressed, stamped envelope with your letter to Santa, and he will answer your letter as soon as he can.
Ages: Children
Fee: FREE!!
When: November 23 - December 18
Where: MSU Fantasy of Lights
at 3400 Taft
Christmas in Scotland Park
http://www.cwftx.net/index.aspx?NID=1026
Free Holiday Fun for Everyone!!
Saturday, December 5, 2009, 1-3pm at Scotland Park
Santa's Great Candy Cane Scramble for ages 2 - 2nd grade, at 1:00 p.m. sharp. Candy canes will be scattered over a designated area in Scotland Park Softball Field. Over 10,000 Candy Canes!
See Santa arrive at 12:50 sharp!
Activities For The Entire Family
Talk with Santa indoors at the Scotland Park Gym.
Take Train Rides, Do Arts & Crafts indoors at the Scotland Park Gym. FREE Carnival Games
In case of inclement weather, call 761-7495, press 3. Rain Date: December 12, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. for Candy Cane Scramble only at Scotland Park.
* Let me know of other events for Christmas and I will add it to this post (if you get the posts via email, you'll have to go to the website to find updates.
Christmas Shopping
Christmas Magic http://www.jlwf.org/?nd=christmas_magic&und=30
Vendors from all over the country with unique gift ideas. At the MPEC Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall, 1000 5th Street. Jr. League 940-692-9797
Friday, November 6, 2009 9am-7pm
Saturday, November 7, 2009 9am-7pm
Sunday November 8, 2009 12pm-5pm
Tickets: $5 advance purchase, $6 at the door, $10 pass good for all 3 days of Market!
Market Tickets available at all Union Square Federal Credit Union locations, Harvest Drug & Gift, Harvest Boutique, United Market Street, Finishing Touch and the Junior League Office.
Hangar Holiday Bazaar
Show dates: Nov 15 9am-6pm and Nov 16 12pm-5pm
Arts and Crafts, 220+ Vendors! Pictures with Santa. Free Admission! Event open to public. Held at Sheppard Air Force Base. Enter through Missile Rd. gate, Hangar 1045. For more information visit http://www.hangarholiday.org/
Vendors from all over the country with unique gift ideas. At the MPEC Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall, 1000 5th Street. Jr. League 940-692-9797
Friday, November 6, 2009 9am-7pm
Saturday, November 7, 2009 9am-7pm
Sunday November 8, 2009 12pm-5pm
Tickets: $5 advance purchase, $6 at the door, $10 pass good for all 3 days of Market!
Market Tickets available at all Union Square Federal Credit Union locations, Harvest Drug & Gift, Harvest Boutique, United Market Street, Finishing Touch and the Junior League Office.
Hangar Holiday Bazaar
Show dates: Nov 15 9am-6pm and Nov 16 12pm-5pm
Arts and Crafts, 220+ Vendors! Pictures with Santa. Free Admission! Event open to public. Held at Sheppard Air Force Base. Enter through Missile Rd. gate, Hangar 1045. For more information visit http://www.hangarholiday.org/
Wichita Falls Halloween Events
Riverbend Nature Center - Not-So-Scary Nature Night - Oct 24 - 6-9pm - 2200 3rd Street. Call 940-767-0843 for more information. (Their website is currently under construction). River Bend Nature Center is again hosting their not-so-scary halloween party this year on october 24th from 6 to 9 pm. it’s free for river bend members! otherwise it’s $4 for adults and kids in costume get in for only $1 with paid adult! we’ll have popcorn, hot dogs and s’mores of course! There will be a costume contest, face painting and cool games and crafts! we’ll also have the pumpkin patch and the scarecrow squareoff, along with storytelling! so dress up in your costume and come on out to not-so-scary on october 24th at river bend nature center from 6 to 9 pm and join in on all the fun! River Bend is located at 2200 3rd St. near the main entrance to Lucy Park. Contact: Mindy Owen (940) 767-0843 ext 201
Kell House Museum -A Haunted Kell House. Oct 31 - Victorian Halloween and haunted tours. Please call for more information 940-723-2712 http://www.wichita-heritage.org/Tours%20Events.htm
WICHITA FALLS YMCA HOSTS http://www.ymcawf.org/ PUMKIN PEDAL FAMILY BIKE RIDE
Come join us for a fun family bike ride through the Family YMCA neighborhood!
Saturday, October 31st 10:00-11:00 A.M. Bill Bartley Branch Family YMCA 5001 Bartley Dr.
Wear your costume! Lots of healthy treats! FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
For more information about this event, contact Jessica Walker at 940-761-1000
A Lucy Park Halloween http://www.cwftx.net/index.aspx?NID=1121
An Event For All Ages!!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24
5:00 - 8:00 PM
FREE!! Costume Parade & Contest
All ages, groups or individuals. Registration will be from 4:30 - 5:00 p.m. at the Lucy Park Log Cabin. Parade & judging begins at 5:00 pm and there will be thirteen awards presented. (Groups constitute on entry).
FREE!! Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Decorating - Not Carving. For age 10 and under - boys and girls. Decorating, judging and awards from 6:00 - 6:45 pm. there will be a limited number of participants, so first come, first served.
General Activities:
All ages from 5:00 - 8:00 pm.
Some activities are FREE, others will require tickets. Moonwalk, McGruff, Face Painting, Balloon Sculptures, Pinata Break (ages 10 & under), and Cake Walk (every 1/2 hour, beginning at 6:00 pm)
Carnival Games:
Tickets required for participation. Tickets may be purchased at the event.
Basketball Toss, Ball Bingo Game, Ring Toss, Goblet Game, Balloon Dart, 7/11 Game, Chip Toss, Milk Bottle Game, Ball Bingo Game and Clinko.
Food and Drink concession will be available.
*If you know of other events happening in the area, please send me a comment and let me know!
Kell House Museum -A Haunted Kell House. Oct 31 - Victorian Halloween and haunted tours. Please call for more information 940-723-2712 http://www.wichita-heritage.org/Tours%20Events.htm
WICHITA FALLS YMCA HOSTS http://www.ymcawf.org/ PUMKIN PEDAL FAMILY BIKE RIDE
Come join us for a fun family bike ride through the Family YMCA neighborhood!
Saturday, October 31st 10:00-11:00 A.M. Bill Bartley Branch Family YMCA 5001 Bartley Dr.
Wear your costume! Lots of healthy treats! FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
For more information about this event, contact Jessica Walker at 940-761-1000
A Lucy Park Halloween http://www.cwftx.net/index.aspx?NID=1121
An Event For All Ages!!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24
5:00 - 8:00 PM
FREE!! Costume Parade & Contest
All ages, groups or individuals. Registration will be from 4:30 - 5:00 p.m. at the Lucy Park Log Cabin. Parade & judging begins at 5:00 pm and there will be thirteen awards presented. (Groups constitute on entry).
FREE!! Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Decorating - Not Carving. For age 10 and under - boys and girls. Decorating, judging and awards from 6:00 - 6:45 pm. there will be a limited number of participants, so first come, first served.
General Activities:
All ages from 5:00 - 8:00 pm.
Some activities are FREE, others will require tickets. Moonwalk, McGruff, Face Painting, Balloon Sculptures, Pinata Break (ages 10 & under), and Cake Walk (every 1/2 hour, beginning at 6:00 pm)
Carnival Games:
Tickets required for participation. Tickets may be purchased at the event.
Basketball Toss, Ball Bingo Game, Ring Toss, Goblet Game, Balloon Dart, 7/11 Game, Chip Toss, Milk Bottle Game, Ball Bingo Game and Clinko.
Food and Drink concession will be available.
*If you know of other events happening in the area, please send me a comment and let me know!
Ft Sill Oktoberfest
Ft Sill Oktoberfest and carnival on Polo Field Oct. 9 & 10
Mark your calendars for the Oktoberfest and a carnival Oct. 9 through 10. On Friday, Oct. 9, gates will be open from 5 p.m. until 11 p.m., with the keg-tapping scheduled at 6 p.m. in the main fest tent. The Oktoberfest and Carnival will continue on Saturday from noon to 11 p.m. The Oktoberfest is open to the public and admission is free. There is a fee for carnival rides, food and beverage. Activities on Friday and Saturday include amusement rides, a pumpkin patch, games, face painting, Cuddly Critters Petting Zoo, inflatables and much more! Come out and experience a huge variety of games, music, German cuisine and beverage.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Cheer and Dance Camps
Looks like the local high schools are trying to raise some money by hosting cheer and dance camps. Here's the info that I have:
Coyote "KIDS" Cheer Camp - The kids camp will be October 16th at Memorial Stadium at 4:45! Students in Kindergarten through 5th grade are welcome to come!
They will stretch and learn a cheer from the Varsity Cheerleaders!
Eat a small meal and take a picture with the Coyote Cheerleaders!
Run through the Coyote head after the Coyote Football Players.
Then the students will sit in the stands with the Coyote Dance Team until it is time for their half time performance.
The students will perform with the Coyote Cheerleaders at half time.
The students will also get a t-shirt to wear during the performance! Questions, please call Steffanie at 940-235-1084
Rider Raiderette Dance Camp - For Girls K-6th Grade, Saturday, Oct 17, 9-12 in the Rider Gym. Performance: Friday, Oct 23 Rider Football Game. Fee of $25 includes a t-shirt and pom poms. They will perform a dance before the game starts and perform stand routines during the first two quarters and need to be picked up by their parents before halftime. Questions, please call Lynn at 940-692-9335
Coyote "KIDS" Cheer Camp - The kids camp will be October 16th at Memorial Stadium at 4:45! Students in Kindergarten through 5th grade are welcome to come!
They will stretch and learn a cheer from the Varsity Cheerleaders!
Eat a small meal and take a picture with the Coyote Cheerleaders!
Run through the Coyote head after the Coyote Football Players.
Then the students will sit in the stands with the Coyote Dance Team until it is time for their half time performance.
The students will perform with the Coyote Cheerleaders at half time.
The students will also get a t-shirt to wear during the performance! Questions, please call Steffanie at 940-235-1084
Rider Raiderette Dance Camp - For Girls K-6th Grade, Saturday, Oct 17, 9-12 in the Rider Gym. Performance: Friday, Oct 23 Rider Football Game. Fee of $25 includes a t-shirt and pom poms. They will perform a dance before the game starts and perform stand routines during the first two quarters and need to be picked up by their parents before halftime. Questions, please call Lynn at 940-692-9335
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
YMCA Youth Basketball
For ages 5-14 years old. Call 322-7816 to register between Sept 16 and Oct 5, 2009. Season begins 1st week of December - games will be played on Friday nights and all day Saturdays. For more information go to http://www.quickscores.com/. Fees: Members $30, Non-Members $45
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Mother's Day Out (MDO) / Parents Day Out Programs
These are Mothers Day Out or Parents Day Out programs that I am aware of in Wichita Falls. Please let me know of others that you are aware of! Please check them out for yourself.
Floral Heights UMC - Tu/Th 9am-3pm - (940) 723-7151 - 2214 Tenth Street, Wichita Falls, TX 76309
Faith Lutheran Church - Tu/Th 7:30am-5pm - $3 per hour - ages 6 weeks to Kindergarten - 940-766-1009 - 1437 Southwest Parkway Wichita Falls, Texas 76302 -
Faith Baptist Church - Th - 9:30am-2:30pm - $60/month - 6 weeks through 4 years old - 940-692-4220 - 3001 Southwest Parkway Wichita Falls, Texas 76308 -
First Christian Wichita Falls - offers both hourly ($3.15per hour - 2 hour minimum - $25 enrollment fee) and full time care for ages 3 months to 5 years - (940) 687-2231 - 3701 Taft Blvd. Wichita Falls, Texas 76308
Sacred Heart Catholic Church - preschool for children ages 1-5. We will have early care and extended care this year. Our hours will be 8-5. "Preschool Time" is 9-12. The cost is $3 per hour. If you are interested please email Brandy Gentry at bgentry@sacredheartwf.org.
Colonial Church - Our programs runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from September to May. We are open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Children must be 1 year old by September 1 to register.
Floral Heights UMC - Tu/Th 9am-3pm - (940) 723-7151 - 2214 Tenth Street, Wichita Falls, TX 76309
Faith Lutheran Church - Tu/Th 7:30am-5pm - $3 per hour - ages 6 weeks to Kindergarten - 940-766-1009 - 1437 Southwest Parkway Wichita Falls, Texas 76302 -
Faith Baptist Church - Th - 9:30am-2:30pm - $60/month - 6 weeks through 4 years old - 940-692-4220 - 3001 Southwest Parkway Wichita Falls, Texas 76308 -
First Christian Wichita Falls - offers both hourly ($3.15per hour - 2 hour minimum - $25 enrollment fee) and full time care for ages 3 months to 5 years - (940) 687-2231 - 3701 Taft Blvd. Wichita Falls, Texas 76308
Sacred Heart Catholic Church - preschool for children ages 1-5. We will have early care and extended care this year. Our hours will be 8-5. "Preschool Time" is 9-12. The cost is $3 per hour. If you are interested please email Brandy Gentry at bgentry@sacredheartwf.org.
Colonial Church - Our programs runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from September to May. We are open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Children must be 1 year old by September 1 to register.
Football Punt, Pass & Kick Competition
The City of Wichita Falls Parks & Recreation Department will host a local NFL Punt, Pass & Kick Competition Sept. 27, at Memorial Stadium.
Registration will start at 1:30 p.m. and end promptly at 2 p.m. The competition will begin at 2 p. m. Participants should enter the west side of the stadium and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Each participant will also need a copy of their birth certificate to participate. Age is determined as of December 31 of the current year. First place winners in each age division will be eligible to advance to the sectional competition in Abilene. Age divisions include girls and boys in the following groups: 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15.
For more information, please call the Recreation Department at 761-7490
Registration will start at 1:30 p.m. and end promptly at 2 p.m. The competition will begin at 2 p. m. Participants should enter the west side of the stadium and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Each participant will also need a copy of their birth certificate to participate. Age is determined as of December 31 of the current year. First place winners in each age division will be eligible to advance to the sectional competition in Abilene. Age divisions include girls and boys in the following groups: 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15.
For more information, please call the Recreation Department at 761-7490
Burkburnett Friendship Festival
The Ninth Annual Friendship Festival will fill Friendship Park with music, games, and booths featuring everything from arts and crafts and jewelry to food such as turkey legs and cotton candy. The festival is scheduled for Oct. 3 and will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The day’s events will begin with a fun walk/run event. The one-mile walk will begin at 7 a.m., with the 5K run starting at 7:30 a.m. All proceeds from the run will benefit the Burkburnett Cross Country Booster Club.
There will be musical entertainment in the amphitheater throughout the day. A free car seat check sponsored by United Regional will be held in the parking lot next to the baseball fields from 10-12.
The children’s area in Permian Park adjacent to Friendship Park will feature inflatables with all-day play for $5. Burkburnett Middle School and high school students will also compete in the annual mud volleyball tournament.
The Community Center will host a quilt show as a way to celebrate local quilt artists. There will be over one hundred quilts on display, and local quilts are invited to enter. The special guest for this year’s event is celebrity quilt artist Ricky Tims, who will be signing his book.
A special opportunity quilt will be given away and the money raised will be donated to Burkburnett Meals on Wheels. Entry fee to the event is $1 or two canned food items to be donated to Grace Ministries of Burkburnett.
http://www.yourehomenow.org/commdev/default.aspx
http://www.timesrecordnews.com/news/2009/sep/16/friendship-festival-coming-in-october/
The day’s events will begin with a fun walk/run event. The one-mile walk will begin at 7 a.m., with the 5K run starting at 7:30 a.m. All proceeds from the run will benefit the Burkburnett Cross Country Booster Club.
There will be musical entertainment in the amphitheater throughout the day. A free car seat check sponsored by United Regional will be held in the parking lot next to the baseball fields from 10-12.
The children’s area in Permian Park adjacent to Friendship Park will feature inflatables with all-day play for $5. Burkburnett Middle School and high school students will also compete in the annual mud volleyball tournament.
The Community Center will host a quilt show as a way to celebrate local quilt artists. There will be over one hundred quilts on display, and local quilts are invited to enter. The special guest for this year’s event is celebrity quilt artist Ricky Tims, who will be signing his book.
A special opportunity quilt will be given away and the money raised will be donated to Burkburnett Meals on Wheels. Entry fee to the event is $1 or two canned food items to be donated to Grace Ministries of Burkburnett.
http://www.yourehomenow.org/commdev/default.aspx
http://www.timesrecordnews.com/news/2009/sep/16/friendship-festival-coming-in-october/
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Clay County Pioneer Reunion
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out the Clay County Pioneer Reunion in Henrietta, Texas (just 20 minutes from Wichita Falls). The schedule is listed below, but you can check out their website at http://www.claycountypioneerreunion.com/ if you need more information.
Thursday, 9/17
4:00 PM-KICKOFF COWBOY PARADE
5:30pm-J.T. & HELEN LYLES' MEMORIAL RODEO QUEEN DINNER
7:00pm-Presentation of CLAY COUNTY PIONEER ASSOCIATION PIONEER QUEEN AND DUCHESSES in the Tex Rickard Memorial Arena Prior to TCRA SANCTIONED RODEO
Friday. 9/18
9am - 3pm-Registration of Pioneers in Courthouse.
10:00 a.m.-LOAT PARADE
11:00 a.m.-ROG & TERRAPIN RACES, north side of Courthouse, Pam Roberson, Chairman
11:30 a.m.-Barbeque lunch honoring ALL REGISTERED CLAY COUNTY PIONEERS at VFW Building
1:00 p.m.-Special entertainment on the Courthouse Lawn
7:00 p.m.-CLAY COUNTY RODEO QUEEN and JUNIOR QUEEN crowned. GRAND ENTRY afterwards also in the arena. TCRA SANCTIONED RODEO immediately following Grand Entry in the arena. DANCE after rodeo in Pioneer Hall.
9:00 P.M. TO MIDNIGHT -HERE IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO DANCE EVERY DANCE! MUSIC BY THE LONE STAR TROUBADOURS
Saturday, 9/19
9am - 3pm -Registration of Pioneers in Courthouse.
10:00 a.m.-FLOAT PARADE
11:30 a.m.-Barbeque lunch honoring ALL REGISTERED CLAY COUNTY PIONEERS at VFW Building
12:30 a.m.-PLAY-DAY at Tex Rickard Memorial Arena
1:00 p.m.-INTRODUCTION OF CLAY COUNTY PIONEER ASSOCIATION PIONEER QUEEN AND DUCHESSES; Awarding of Prizes for Oldest Native Son, Daughter, etc. on Courthouse lawn.
7:00 p.m.-PARADE OF AWARD WINNING FLOATS in Tex Rickard Memorial Arena followed by Grand Entry and Awarding of Play Day trophies immediately following Grand Entry. Dance following the TCRA SANCTIONED RODEO
9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.-SATURDAY NIGHT DANCE Music by BRAZOS STONE
For Event Information (940)-538-5111 Vicky Hodges (940)-691-6811 Cinda Seabourn (940)-691-1281
Thursday, 9/17
4:00 PM-KICKOFF COWBOY PARADE
5:30pm-J.T. & HELEN LYLES' MEMORIAL RODEO QUEEN DINNER
7:00pm-Presentation of CLAY COUNTY PIONEER ASSOCIATION PIONEER QUEEN AND DUCHESSES in the Tex Rickard Memorial Arena Prior to TCRA SANCTIONED RODEO
Friday. 9/18
9am - 3pm-Registration of Pioneers in Courthouse.
10:00 a.m.-LOAT PARADE
11:00 a.m.-ROG & TERRAPIN RACES, north side of Courthouse, Pam Roberson, Chairman
11:30 a.m.-Barbeque lunch honoring ALL REGISTERED CLAY COUNTY PIONEERS at VFW Building
1:00 p.m.-Special entertainment on the Courthouse Lawn
7:00 p.m.-CLAY COUNTY RODEO QUEEN and JUNIOR QUEEN crowned. GRAND ENTRY afterwards also in the arena. TCRA SANCTIONED RODEO immediately following Grand Entry in the arena. DANCE after rodeo in Pioneer Hall.
9:00 P.M. TO MIDNIGHT -HERE IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO DANCE EVERY DANCE! MUSIC BY THE LONE STAR TROUBADOURS
Saturday, 9/19
9am - 3pm -Registration of Pioneers in Courthouse.
10:00 a.m.-FLOAT PARADE
11:30 a.m.-Barbeque lunch honoring ALL REGISTERED CLAY COUNTY PIONEERS at VFW Building
12:30 a.m.-PLAY-DAY at Tex Rickard Memorial Arena
1:00 p.m.-INTRODUCTION OF CLAY COUNTY PIONEER ASSOCIATION PIONEER QUEEN AND DUCHESSES; Awarding of Prizes for Oldest Native Son, Daughter, etc. on Courthouse lawn.
7:00 p.m.-PARADE OF AWARD WINNING FLOATS in Tex Rickard Memorial Arena followed by Grand Entry and Awarding of Play Day trophies immediately following Grand Entry. Dance following the TCRA SANCTIONED RODEO
9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.-SATURDAY NIGHT DANCE Music by BRAZOS STONE
For Event Information (940)-538-5111 Vicky Hodges (940)-691-6811 Cinda Seabourn (940)-691-1281
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Pumpkin Patch and Painted Pony Rides
Starting Oct 1, you can take your kids to pick pumpkins and ride ponies. http://www.paintedponyrides.com/ They will also have a Pony Carousel, Hay Rides, Pony Cart Rides and more. $5-$7 per pumpkin. Open Mon-Fri 9-1pm and 4-7pm, Sat 9am-5pm, and Sun 9am-7pm. Painted Pony Rides 4376 Airport Drive, Wichita Falls (940) 781-4949. Please call first to make sure they are open.
We just went out there and Larry, the owner, is so nice. They had a small patch of pumpkins to choose from $5-$10. And even though we were the only ones there, he still got his minature horse, Captain, out for a ride (free with the purchase of a pumpkin). He said with bigger parties he gets 5 of his horses out for rides and has a bouncy house, hay rides, and the kids can paint mini pumpkins. They offer birthday parties for great prices (see their website). Go check it out, we really enjoyed it!
We just went out there and Larry, the owner, is so nice. They had a small patch of pumpkins to choose from $5-$10. And even though we were the only ones there, he still got his minature horse, Captain, out for a ride (free with the purchase of a pumpkin). He said with bigger parties he gets 5 of his horses out for rides and has a bouncy house, hay rides, and the kids can paint mini pumpkins. They offer birthday parties for great prices (see their website). Go check it out, we really enjoyed it!
Ace Sewing Center Classes
They offer classes for pre-teen (ages 8-12), teens (ages 13-18), and adults (ages 18 and up). Check out their website for when their classes are offered - http://www.acesewingcenter.com/.
Lowe's and Home Depot and Michael's Crafts for Kids
Lowe's Build and Grow Program Recommended age for attendees: Grades 1st - 5th. (940) 692-9955 Register online at https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/
Drum - Saturday September 12, 2009 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Fire Truck - Saturday September 26, 2009 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Home Depot Kids Workshop - First Saturday of the Month between 9 and noon. Ages 5-12. For more info, go to http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ContentView?pn=Kids_Workshops&langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053
Sat, Oct 3 - Firehouse Bank
Michael's - http://michaels.com/art/online/static?page=store_events (940) 696-8238
Sat, Sept 19 American Girl Project - Free - 10am-2pm
Sat, Sept 26 Wilton Halloween Treats Demo - 1-3pm
Drum - Saturday September 12, 2009 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Fire Truck - Saturday September 26, 2009 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Home Depot Kids Workshop - First Saturday of the Month between 9 and noon. Ages 5-12. For more info, go to http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ContentView?pn=Kids_Workshops&langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053
Sat, Oct 3 - Firehouse Bank
Michael's - http://michaels.com/art/online/static?page=store_events (940) 696-8238
Sat, Sept 19 American Girl Project - Free - 10am-2pm
Sat, Sept 26 Wilton Halloween Treats Demo - 1-3pm
Monday, September 7, 2009
Volleyball
Youngest team is 10&Under. For more information, go to http://www.tornadovolleyballclub.org/
Stroller Strides
Although I've never done Stroller Strides myself, I have a lot of friends that have taught or or gone and loved it. It looks like there is a new one starting in Wichita Falls - http://classes.strollerstrides.net/wichitafalls/location/index.aspx. Mon, Wed, Fri at 9:30am at Lucy Park. Should be a good work out!
Grand Opening is September 16, 2009. Meet in Lucy Park at the basketball court past the Log Cabin and Swimming Pool. It will start at 9:00 a.m. with a preview class beginning at 9:30 a.m. It's sure to be a fun event you won't want to miss. Raffles, discounts on membership and so much more!!
Grand Opening is September 16, 2009. Meet in Lucy Park at the basketball court past the Log Cabin and Swimming Pool. It will start at 9:00 a.m. with a preview class beginning at 9:30 a.m. It's sure to be a fun event you won't want to miss. Raffles, discounts on membership and so much more!!
Saturday, September 5, 2009
Homeschool Group
There are many families in the Texoma Area who work together to support each other in our efforts to homeschool. They have many classes, clubs, sports and opportunities for parents to meet and support one another while our students learn and meet friends. The local homeschool support group, which has been active for many years, is Home Educators Around Texoma (H.E.A.T.). For more information, go to http://www.wfheat.com/.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Sesame Street Live When Elmo Grows Up
Sesame Street Live When Elmo Grows Up: At the Kay Yeager Colliseum in Wichita Falls.
Dates: October 30 at 7pm
Oct 31 at 10am
Nov 1 at 1pm
Nov 1 at 4:30pm
On Sale Sept 14 Tickets are $27/$22/$18/$14.75 Box office 940-716-5555. For more info go to http://www.wfmpec.com/
Dates: October 30 at 7pm
Oct 31 at 10am
Nov 1 at 1pm
Nov 1 at 4:30pm
On Sale Sept 14 Tickets are $27/$22/$18/$14.75 Box office 940-716-5555. For more info go to http://www.wfmpec.com/
Cheerleading Clinic and Contest
Come out and let the MSU Cheerleading Squad teach you to do pyramids, stunts, tumbling, cheers, chants, etc. Teams can use what they have learned to compete for trophies. Teams should use at least one of their own routines and may use one learned routine. Limited to two routines ONLY: cheers, chants or brief dance. Teams should bring their own tape or CD and player. Competition for teams only, 1st and 2nd place team trophy in each age group. PLEASE NOTE: changes in age division and team trophies.
Age Groups:
Tiny Tots - 1st & 2nd Grade
Pee Wees - 3rd & 4th Grade
Midgets - 5th & 6th Grade
Juniors - Junior High
Fee: FREE!!
When: Sunday, October 11
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Registration: 1:15 - 1:55 p.m. on site.
Where: Memorial Stadium
Conducted by: MSU Cheerleading Squad
After School Fishing
For Kids Ages 6 - 16
Fee is $3.00 for first child, $2.00 for each additional child in same household. (Maximum enrollment of 30)
Come join the fun! The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department will conduct these after school fishing sessions for all area youth that are interested. All fishing equipment, bait and supervision will be provided. Kids need only to show up and be prepared to have a good time. Parents and grandparents are welcome to stay and help out. Participants will receive personalized & expert instruction on common fishing techniques. Fish, of legal size, can be taken home (if parents approve, of course). All should bring a bucket for "take home" fish, a drink, a hat & sunscreen. Restrooms will be available.
Every Tuesday in September, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. at Sikes Lake. The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department has a FREE Fishing Tackle Loaner Program. To borrow everything you need to go fishing at Plum Lake, go by the District Fisheries office at 409 Chester Ave, or call 940-766-2383.
Fee is $3.00 for first child, $2.00 for each additional child in same household. (Maximum enrollment of 30)
Come join the fun! The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department will conduct these after school fishing sessions for all area youth that are interested. All fishing equipment, bait and supervision will be provided. Kids need only to show up and be prepared to have a good time. Parents and grandparents are welcome to stay and help out. Participants will receive personalized & expert instruction on common fishing techniques. Fish, of legal size, can be taken home (if parents approve, of course). All should bring a bucket for "take home" fish, a drink, a hat & sunscreen. Restrooms will be available.
Every Tuesday in September, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. at Sikes Lake. The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department has a FREE Fishing Tackle Loaner Program. To borrow everything you need to go fishing at Plum Lake, go by the District Fisheries office at 409 Chester Ave, or call 940-766-2383.
Friday, August 28, 2009
Falls Fest in Lucy Park
Fri/Sat 25-26 Sept: Falls Fest at Lucy Park. Fri 25 Sept is Country Night with the Eli Young Band, and Sat 26 Sept is rock night with 38 Special playing. For more info, go to http://www.fallsfest.org/. Park hours are 5-11 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. until 11 p.m. on Saturday.
Texas-Oklahoma Fair
September 15-19 - Texas-Oklahoma Fair at MPEC - Gates open at 6pm weeknights and 1pm on Saturday.
Arm Band Nights will be Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday with $15 armbands (each night) to ride all the Evans Shows Carnival/Midway rides that evening. Fair Grounds ADMISSION is $5 for adults....children 12 and younger is $2.
Livestock shows (free admission) will be featured each evening and all day Saturday at the Bridwell Ag.Barn. There will be events each evening and other livestock judging, even thru Sunday.
Tue, 15 Sept: Texas-Oklahoma Fair military appreciation night. ID card holders get in free on 15 Sept from 6-10pm.
For more information, go to http://www.joetomwhite.com/Fair/tex-ok-fair.htm
Arm Band Nights will be Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday with $15 armbands (each night) to ride all the Evans Shows Carnival/Midway rides that evening. Fair Grounds ADMISSION is $5 for adults....children 12 and younger is $2.
Livestock shows (free admission) will be featured each evening and all day Saturday at the Bridwell Ag.Barn. There will be events each evening and other livestock judging, even thru Sunday.
Tue, 15 Sept: Texas-Oklahoma Fair military appreciation night. ID card holders get in free on 15 Sept from 6-10pm.
For more information, go to http://www.joetomwhite.com/Fair/tex-ok-fair.htm
MSU Football Free for Military
Midwestern State University Salute to the Military Football Game, Saturday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. at Memorial Stadium on Southwest Parkway in Wichita Falls. Pick up free advance tickets at the ITT Office or show your military or Sheppard ID at the gate to get in free.
Concert and Fireworks in Burkburnett
Sat, 5 Sep: Since the Vocal Trash concert and fireworks display at Burkburnett got rained out on the 4th of July, they are going to have Vocal Trash back for a concert at 8pm, followed by their fireworks display at 9:30m in the park at Burkburnett. If you're not going out of town for the Labor Day weekend this is something you might want to do.
MOPS in Burkburnett
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is starting in Burkburnett. They will be meeting on Sept 9 from 9-11am at First Baptist Church in Burkburnett in the Children's Building Activity Room. This is the only MOPS group in a 60-mile radius.
Future meetings will be held the first Wednesday of each month. Each session is two hours in length and includes a program, discussion time, creative activity, and refreshments. Child care for children ages birth through kindergarten is provided free of charge.
Following the meeting, mothers have an option for a Mother's Day Out program from 11am-2pm. There is a minimal fee for each child an reservations are necessary. Each child will need to bring a sack lunch. Snacks are provided. Mothers may contact the church office at 569-1434 to make reservations.
The Mother's Day Out will also be available the third Wednesday of each month from 9am-2pm. Cost is $10 per child for a full day or $5 per child for half-day. Reservations are necessary by 4pm on the Monday preceding MDO. The first MDO will be Sept. 16.
First Baptist Church
316 E 4th
Fellowship Center
Burkburnett, TX 76354
(940) 867-8257
http://www.fbcburk.com/
MOPS Meets: 1st Wednesday at 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Future meetings will be held the first Wednesday of each month. Each session is two hours in length and includes a program, discussion time, creative activity, and refreshments. Child care for children ages birth through kindergarten is provided free of charge.
Following the meeting, mothers have an option for a Mother's Day Out program from 11am-2pm. There is a minimal fee for each child an reservations are necessary. Each child will need to bring a sack lunch. Snacks are provided. Mothers may contact the church office at 569-1434 to make reservations.
The Mother's Day Out will also be available the third Wednesday of each month from 9am-2pm. Cost is $10 per child for a full day or $5 per child for half-day. Reservations are necessary by 4pm on the Monday preceding MDO. The first MDO will be Sept. 16.
First Baptist Church
316 E 4th
Fellowship Center
Burkburnett, TX 76354
(940) 867-8257
http://www.fbcburk.com/
MOPS Meets: 1st Wednesday at 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Grace Women's Forum "Oh No…What DO I Say to THIS?"
Grace Women's Forum
"Oh No…What DO I Say to THIS?"
Relating Our Faith to Tough Questions in Our Culture
Saturday, September 12 from 9 AM to 3 PM @ Grace Church
Our featured speaker, SUE BOHLIN is a speaker and writer for Probe Ministries, a Christian organization that helps people to love God with their minds by thinking biblically. Sue loves teaching women and laughing, and if those two can be combined, all the better.
Forum registration fee is $10 which includes lunch. Call the Grace Church office for more information at 692-4251.
National Chains with Military Discounts
Just found this website today that lists military places that offer military discounts: http://www.4militaryfamilies.com/militarydiscounts.htm.
And another site with lists of discounts for military: http://blog.bradsdeals.com/2010/09/22/160-stores-with-military-discounts/?ut (Added 9/27/10)
And another site with lists of discounts for military: http://blog.bradsdeals.com/2010/09/22/160-stores-with-military-discounts/?ut (Added 9/27/10)
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Children's Aid Society of Wichita Falls Benefit Concert
The 459 FTS booster club is hosting a benefit concert for the squadron's adopted charity: The Children's Aid Society of Wichita Falls. The event will take place on 5 Sept at 6pm, at the Neon Spur and will feature five of Wichita Falls best bands. The White Jet Heroes (with Brooks and Dunn backup singer Julie Downs); Mr. Fairchild (with band members from Sheppard's civilian workforce); Dr. Feelgood and the Lets Get it Ons; Dempsey (featuring James Cook from 106.3thebuzz); and the headlining act Twice Broken. Ticket holders will be eligible to win many door prizes to included $600 grill, LCD flat screen TV, and a limo ride. Olive Garden and Texas Roadhouse are co-sponsoring the event and will selling concessions to the public. Tickets for the event are $10 and are available from www.outhousetickets.com. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Children's Aid Society that helps neglected children in Wichita Falls. There isn't an easier or better way to make a difference in our community.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Wichita Falls Stroll 'n' Roll Museum Day
FREE stop and shop trolley rides from MPEC on Sept 12 from 10am-4pm to all the museums in Wichita Falls. Entrance to all the museums is free! A collaborative effort of the newly formed Wichita Falls Museum Coalition, Stroll 'n' Roll 2009 will feature a stop and shop trolley ride between six downtown area museums, plus on-your-own visits to three additional sites elsewhere in town. Each location will have special free activities and/or presentations planned throughout the day, and several sites will offer food and drink at nominal fund-raising prices.
The sites participating in Stroll 'n' Roll 2009 include:
Museum of North Texas History*
Wichita Falls Railroad Museum*
Fire and Police Museum*
Kemp Center for the Arts*
Kell House Museum*
River Bend Nature Center*
Wichita Falls Museum of Art at MSU
WWI Call Field Aviation Museum
Sheppard Heritage Center
*Denotes sites on the trolley tour.
http://www.kempcenter.org/specialevents.php
Promotional Video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-kccJJofKWM
The sites participating in Stroll 'n' Roll 2009 include:
Museum of North Texas History*
Wichita Falls Railroad Museum*
Fire and Police Museum*
Kemp Center for the Arts*
Kell House Museum*
River Bend Nature Center*
Wichita Falls Museum of Art at MSU
WWI Call Field Aviation Museum
Sheppard Heritage Center
*Denotes sites on the trolley tour.
http://www.kempcenter.org/specialevents.php
Promotional Video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-kccJJofKWM
Tax Free Shopping This Weekend
Texas shoppers get a break from state and local sales taxes on August 21, 22 and 23 - the state's annual tax holiday.
Effective this year, in addition to clothes, footwear and some backpacks, Texas families also get a sales tax break on most school supplies priced at less than $100 purchased for use by a student in an elementary or secondary school.
For a List of Clothing, Footwear and Backpacks, and Their Exemption Status, go to
http://www.window.state.tx.us/taxinfo/taxpubs/tx98_490/tx98_490.html
Effective this year, in addition to clothes, footwear and some backpacks, Texas families also get a sales tax break on most school supplies priced at less than $100 purchased for use by a student in an elementary or secondary school.
For a List of Clothing, Footwear and Backpacks, and Their Exemption Status, go to
http://www.window.state.tx.us/taxinfo/taxpubs/tx98_490/tx98_490.html
Sunday, August 16, 2009
New Texas Booster Seat Law
The bill requires that any child younger than 8 years of age be restrained in an approved child passenger safety seat unless the child is at least 4 feet, 9 inches in height.
http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/director_staff/public_information/pr081109.pdf
http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/director_staff/public_information/pr081109.pdf
Several new State of Texas traffic laws go into effect on 1 Sep 2009; many of these traffic laws are safety-related. Full TXDPS media release available.
Here are some highlights:
Seatbelts: All occupants of a vehicle, no matter their age, must be secured by a safety belt, no matter where they are seated in the vehicle.
Child Passenger Safety Seats: Any child younger than 8 years of age must be restrained in an approved child passenger safety seat unless the child is at least 4 feet, 9 inches in height.
School Zones: It is illegal to use a wireless communication device in a school zone unless the vehicle is stopped or a hands-free device is used.
Motorcycle Licensing: Applicants for an original Class M or Class A, B, or C drivers license with authorization to operate a motorcycle, must provide evidence of completion of an approved motorcycle operator training course.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Clydesdales at Sheppard AFB
Don't miss the Clydesdales at Sheppard AFB on Thursday!
When: THIS THURSDAY, Aug 13
Where: Clydesdales will be marched from Class 6 to the Hospital Pavilion
Event to begin at Hospital Field at approximately 1200
Details: FREE Event, open to the Entire base.
FREE Hamburgers and Hot Hogs Bring your Cameras! Photo opportunities and interaction with the horseswill be allowed. Fun facts - Each horse weighs about two-thousand pounds- They stand on average between 16 - 17 hands (the current world-recordholding Clydesdale is 20 hands) in height.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Texas Ranch Roundup
This weekend is the Texas Ranch Roundup down at the MPEC (Muti-Purpose Event Center). A friend of mine has taken her kids in previous years to the Kid's Roundup (Friday from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.) and said it was great. From what I understand, you actually get to go down on the arena floor in the dirt. They have a petting zoo, mechanical bull (they go real slow for the kids or you can ride with them), they can ride on a longhorn, make a lasso rope, ride on a miniature horse and more. In past years, they served hot-dogs, chips and drinks. I believe the event is free and that you only have to pay for food.
The Texas Ranch Roundup is the original ranch rodeo held in Wichita Falls, Texas each August.
This year marks the 29th year the event will be held. It features 10 historic Texas ranches competing for bragging rights in arena events, chuck wagon cooking and festival events. All proceeds from the event benefit the North Texas Rehab Center in Wichita Falls, the West Texas Rehab Center in Abilene and the West Texas Boys Ranch in San Angelo. All provide quality physical, occupational and speech therapy to children and adults regardless of their ability to pay.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
9:00 a.m. -Ranch Cutting Horse Association Competition, Bridwell Arena
9:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. - Festival & Trade Show, Exhibit Hall and grounds
10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. - Kid’s Roundup, Coliseum
5:30 p.m. - Kid’s Stickhorse Barrel Race- Coliseum
7:30 p.m. -Texas Ranch Roundup Arena Events, Coliseum**Including performance from the Budweiser Clydesdales
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15
7:30 am – Noon - Ranch Horse Competition – Coliseum
9:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. - Festival & Trade Show, Exhibit Hall and grounds
10:00 a.m. – Noon - Cookin’ & Displayed Talent Competition, Exhibit Hall and grounds
Noon - Ranch Cutting Horse Sale- Bridwell Arena
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Ranch Music/Skit Competition, Coliseum
5:00 p.m. - Ranch Kid’s Goat Markin’, Coliseum
6:15 p.m. - Ranch Horse Competition Finals
7:30 p.m. - Texas Ranch Roundup Arena Events & Award Ceremony, Coliseum *Including performance from the Budweiser Clydesdales
SUNDAY, AUGUST 16
9:00 a.m. - Cowboy Church Service- Susie Luchsinger, Exhibit Hall- Room 9-10
Friday, August 7, 2009
1-2-3 Magic
For Military Families: This is a 4 hour workshop divided into 2 sessions offered on Saturday, September 19 & 26 from 0930-1130, AND/OR Tuesday, September 22 & 29 from 1730-1930, at the Airman & Family Readiness Center. Please call Robbie Monaghan at the A&FRC (940-676-3292) to register.
It's not easy being a parent. You want kids who listen and children you can enjoy. You want to raise happy and competent youngsters, but you don't have a lot of free time to read discipline and parenting books. You also don't need advice that requires you to be a saint, genius or professional psychologist.
Dr. Thomas W. Phelan and his extremely popular 1-2-3 Magic program, addresses the difficult task of child discipline with humor, keen insight and proven experience. Dr. Phelan simplifies the job of parenting in three
straightforward steps:
Step 1: Controlling Obnoxious Behavior: Learn an amazingly simple technique to get the kids to STOP doing what you don't want them to do (whining, arguing, tantrums, sibling rivalry, etc.).
Step 2: Encouraging Good Behavior: Learn several effective methods to get your kids to START doing what you do want them to do (cleaning rooms, picking up, going to bed, homework, etc.).
Step 3: Strengthening Your Relationship: Learn four powerful techniques that reinforce the bond between you and your children.
The award winning, best selling 1-2-3 Magic program has sold over one million copies, and is presented in seminars and workshops across the country.
It provides easy-to-follow steps for disciplining children without yelling, arguing, or spanking.
The DVD's feature Dr. Phelan's entertaining seminar presentation and real-life family vignettes that help to reinforce the concepts.
It's not easy being a parent. You want kids who listen and children you can enjoy. You want to raise happy and competent youngsters, but you don't have a lot of free time to read discipline and parenting books. You also don't need advice that requires you to be a saint, genius or professional psychologist.
Dr. Thomas W. Phelan and his extremely popular 1-2-3 Magic program, addresses the difficult task of child discipline with humor, keen insight and proven experience. Dr. Phelan simplifies the job of parenting in three
straightforward steps:
Step 1: Controlling Obnoxious Behavior: Learn an amazingly simple technique to get the kids to STOP doing what you don't want them to do (whining, arguing, tantrums, sibling rivalry, etc.).
Step 2: Encouraging Good Behavior: Learn several effective methods to get your kids to START doing what you do want them to do (cleaning rooms, picking up, going to bed, homework, etc.).
Step 3: Strengthening Your Relationship: Learn four powerful techniques that reinforce the bond between you and your children.
The award winning, best selling 1-2-3 Magic program has sold over one million copies, and is presented in seminars and workshops across the country.
It provides easy-to-follow steps for disciplining children without yelling, arguing, or spanking.
The DVD's feature Dr. Phelan's entertaining seminar presentation and real-life family vignettes that help to reinforce the concepts.
Musikgarten
Children are naturally drawn to music which will make your time in Musikgarten classes both fun and beneficial. Activities include bouncing songs and rocking songs, finger plays and body awareness games, dances and instrumental play, all of which stimulates the brain, fosters physical development, and cultivates listening skills.
Family Music for Toddlers will be at 9:00 and 10:00 on Wednesdays.
Family Music for Babies is at 11:00 on Wednesdays.
Registration is online at http://www.musikgarten.org/wichitafalls
You can also check out the Musikgarten website at www.musikgarten. org
Classes will be at First United Methodist Church (downtown) in the same building as the School for Little People. Hope to see you and your little one(s) in class this September!
Shelby Bell 940-228-7248
Family Music for Toddlers will be at 9:00 and 10:00 on Wednesdays.
Family Music for Babies is at 11:00 on Wednesdays.
Registration is online at http://www.musikgarten.org/wichitafalls
You can also check out the Musikgarten website at www.musikgarten. org
Classes will be at First United Methodist Church (downtown) in the same building as the School for Little People. Hope to see you and your little one(s) in class this September!
Shelby Bell 940-228-7248
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Electricity Bills
With the summer it gets HOT in Wichita Falls! Air Conditioning is a MUST! You can go to www.powertochoose.org to find all the companies in Texas that offer electricity - they show their rates and their contract periods. Best way to find the best rate!
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Cici's Pizza Ultimate Pizza Party
Cici's Pizza is having a Pizza Party on Aug 8th from 11am-9pm and they are giving out $100 coupon books for free! 2710 Southwest Pkwy 940-691-6060.
IHOP - Kids Eat Free for Limited Time
IHOP - Kids Eat Free (ages 12 and under) from 4-10pm daily for each paying adult for a limited time. I asked how long it would be for and they said at least through the end of August 2009.
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Sheppard Children's Theatre
COMING TO SHEPPARD:
Missoula Children Theatre
“Little Mermaid”
Ages 6-18
28 July – 2 Aug 08
Community Activity Center Ballroom
Open Audition: 28 July 08 at 0900 in Ballroom
Free Program. Open to Sheppard Community Children.
Pre-registration not required. Children to wear comfortable clothing
and slip resistant shoes.
Questions? Call 676-5437
Missoula Children Theatre
“Little Mermaid”
Ages 6-18
28 July – 2 Aug 08
Community Activity Center Ballroom
Open Audition: 28 July 08 at 0900 in Ballroom
Free Program. Open to Sheppard Community Children.
Pre-registration not required. Children to wear comfortable clothing
and slip resistant shoes.
Questions? Call 676-5437
http://www.sheppardservices.us/pdfs/CDC/mermaid.pdf
Dance Classes
Dance, Etc 3411 McNiel (right off Kell) - 696-8000
SSB Dance Center 2600 Grant, 696-3766
Boehm Ballet Academy of Dance 2900 Lawrence Rd 322-2552
Studio 5678 4020 Rhea Suite 7B, 691-5678
WF Rec Center (currently offering pre-school dance, hula, combo dance, tumbling, tumbledance, and more)
YMCA (Ages 4 and up) 761-1000
First Baptist Academy of Fine Arts offers ballet ages 3-16
Wichita Theatre offers ballet
SSB Dance Center 2600 Grant, 696-3766
Boehm Ballet Academy of Dance 2900 Lawrence Rd 322-2552
Studio 5678 4020 Rhea Suite 7B, 691-5678
WF Rec Center (currently offering pre-school dance, hula, combo dance, tumbling, tumbledance, and more)
YMCA (Ages 4 and up) 761-1000
First Baptist Academy of Fine Arts offers ballet ages 3-16
Wichita Theatre offers ballet
House Hunting Sites
When we first moved to Wichita Falls, I didn't realize all the websites that were available to house hunt. So here's a list of the ones that I found that were helpful:
Wichita Falls Association of Realtors (www.wfar.com) - you can search all the homes for sale in Wichita Falls and surrounding area (hint: the Advanced Search is best!)
Times Record News (realestate.timesrecordnews.com) - Wichita Falls newspaper
Military Homes for Sale (www.militarybyowner.com/tx/sheppard-afb.html and militaryhomesforsale.net)
Homes for Sale By Owner (www.forsalebyowner.com)
Homes in Wichita Falls http://www.homes.com/Real_Estate/TX/City/WICHITA%20FALLS
Trulia www.trulia.com
* Also good to look at http://www.familywatchdog.us/ to find if there are registered sex offenders near the houses you're looking at.
Wichita Falls Association of Realtors (www.wfar.com) - you can search all the homes for sale in Wichita Falls and surrounding area (hint: the Advanced Search is best!)
Times Record News (realestate.timesrecordnews.com) - Wichita Falls newspaper
Military Homes for Sale (www.militarybyowner.com/tx/sheppard-afb.html and militaryhomesforsale.net)
Homes for Sale By Owner (www.forsalebyowner.com)
Homes in Wichita Falls http://www.homes.com/Real_Estate/TX/City/WICHITA%20FALLS
Trulia www.trulia.com
* Also good to look at http://www.familywatchdog.us/ to find if there are registered sex offenders near the houses you're looking at.
Preschools in Wichita Falls
If you're looking for a preschool, here are some that I've heard are good:
Wichita Christian
The Learning Center (TLC)
School for Little People
First Baptist
Colonial Church - Tues/Thurs - September to May from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Also, public schools in Wichita Falls have a Pre-K program that is free for military (http://www.wfisd.net/).
Wichita Christian
The Learning Center (TLC)
School for Little People
First Baptist
Colonial Church - Tues/Thurs - September to May from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Also, public schools in Wichita Falls have a Pre-K program that is free for military (http://www.wfisd.net/).
Quartz Mountain Flyer Train
Two hour train ride through Quartz Mountain - http://www.quartzmountain.org/train.html
Begins at 10:00 a.m. and includes a 20 - 30 minute stopover in Lone Wolf. Ticket prices are $18 for adults, $12 for children 4-12 years of age and children under 4 ride free with paid adult ticket.
2009 Remaining Dates:August 1st 2009
August 15th 2009
September 5th 2009
October 10th 2009
November 28th 2009
Monday, July 20, 2009
Family Entertainment
The Plex - Putt-Putt Golf, Go Carts, Laser Tag, etc. http://www.theplexfec.com/ (Coupons on their website) 4131 Southwest Parkway Wichita Falls, Texas 76308 (940) 696-1222
Chuck E Cheese - http://chuckecheese.com/locations/show-map.php?Id=309 (They also have coupons on their site, and you can print off reward charts for 10 free tokens for things like Reading, Potty Training, Sleeing All Night, Cleaning Your Room, etc.) 2935 SW ParkwayWichita Falls, TX 76308 (940) 692-7882
Chuck E Cheese - http://chuckecheese.com/locations/show-map.php?Id=309 (They also have coupons on their site, and you can print off reward charts for 10 free tokens for things like Reading, Potty Training, Sleeing All Night, Cleaning Your Room, etc.) 2935 SW ParkwayWichita Falls, TX 76308 (940) 692-7882
Friday, July 17, 2009
Boys and Girls Club
Boys and Girls Club of Wichita Falls - http://www.bgcwf.org/ - The Boys & Girls Clubs of Wichita Falls offers three youth sports leagues in addition to regular physical activities at the clubs. They offer football in the fall, basketball and indoor soccer in the winter, and volleyball in the spring. Memberships are $12 per year (may be waived for active-duty military).
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Bowling
Village Bowl - http://villagebowl.net/ 4022 Kemp Blvd. Wichita Falls, TX 76308 Phone: 696-BOWL - Open everyday
Bowling on base - http://www.sheppardservices.com/index.php/recreation/bowling-rec - they usually have family deals sometime during the week and on some holidays (like Father's Day)
Bowling on base - http://www.sheppardservices.com/index.php/recreation/bowling-rec - they usually have family deals sometime during the week and on some holidays (like Father's Day)
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Benefit Concert
On Saturday, July 18th from 7-10PM, there will be an outdoor benefit concert at Berends Landing. The White Jet Heroes (a band made up of Sheppard AFB Airmen) will be one of the three bands playing. The event is family friendly. Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets to sit on. Beer, beverages, and food will be available.
The concert will be held at 400 Bridge Street - next to the Texoma Cycling Center (see the link below for a map). See you there!
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=502+Wichita+Street,+wichita+falls,+tx&sll=33.922851,-98.4958&sspn=0.010238,0.019076&ie=UTF8&ll=33.923527,-98.4958&spn=0.010238,0.019076&z=16&iwloc=A
The concert will be held at 400 Bridge Street - next to the Texoma Cycling Center (see the link below for a map). See you there!
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=502+Wichita+Street,+wichita+falls,+tx&sll=33.922851,-98.4958&sspn=0.010238,0.019076&ie=UTF8&ll=33.923527,-98.4958&spn=0.010238,0.019076&z=16&iwloc=A
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Graham Drive-In Movie Theater
Graham is about an hour from Wichita Falls and they have a drive-in movie theater! How fun! We haven't been yet, but here's their website if you want to check it out - http://grahamdrivein.com/. Open seasonally, April - September only Fri-Sat-Sun-Mon; screening single features. Admission: $6 for adults ($4 for ages 5-11); 4 and under free.
Free Mocha Mondays at McDonalds
Thought all parents might like this one:
Beginning on July 13, and continuing on the 20th, 27th, and August 3, at participating McDonald's, you can get a free 8 oz. Mocha (hot) or 7 oz. iced Mocha for free: limit one per person per visit, from 7 AM to 7 PM.
Beginning on July 13, and continuing on the 20th, 27th, and August 3, at participating McDonald's, you can get a free 8 oz. Mocha (hot) or 7 oz. iced Mocha for free: limit one per person per visit, from 7 AM to 7 PM.
Friday, July 10, 2009
WFISD 2009-2010 Back to School Information
Back to School Info -
http://www.wfisd.net/9861061395037750/blank/browse.asp?a=383&BMDRN=2000&BCOB=0&c=55411
WFISD 2009-2010 School Calendar - http://www.wfisd.net/wfisd/lib/wfisd/09-10Calendar2-23-2009.pdf
WFISD Elementary School Suplies List - http://www.wfisd.net/wfisd/lib/wfisd/WFISDElementarySchoolSupplyList0910.pdf
WFISD Kindergarten School Supplies List -
http://www.wfisd.net/wfisd/lib/wfisd/Kindergarten_List.pdf
http://www.wfisd.net/9861061395037750/blank/browse.asp?a=383&BMDRN=2000&BCOB=0&c=55411
WFISD 2009-2010 School Calendar - http://www.wfisd.net/wfisd/lib/wfisd/09-10Calendar2-23-2009.pdf
WFISD Elementary School Suplies List - http://www.wfisd.net/wfisd/lib/wfisd/WFISDElementarySchoolSupplyList0910.pdf
WFISD Kindergarten School Supplies List -
http://www.wfisd.net/wfisd/lib/wfisd/Kindergarten_List.pdf
Lawton
Lawton has a neat recreation area - it's open to the public and FREE. It's called Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area (LETRA) - http://www.sillmwr.com/letra.html. We went this weekend and it was really fun! Two slides that go into a small pool. Sand beach to the lake. Bathrooms/showers available. And there were even two huge covered areas. It was about an hour from Wichita Falls.
* Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area (LETRA) Located 12 miles NW of the main post, LETRA can be reached by registered vehicles using Apache gate on hwy 49 and all others Key Gate on I-44. Reservations, 580-442-5854 or 442-5541 Toll free, 1-800-375-8270
The pools on base there are free (this might be military only) - http://www.sillmwr.com/pools.html.
* Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area (LETRA) Located 12 miles NW of the main post, LETRA can be reached by registered vehicles using Apache gate on hwy 49 and all others Key Gate on I-44. Reservations, 580-442-5854 or 442-5541 Toll free, 1-800-375-8270
The pools on base there are free (this might be military only) - http://www.sillmwr.com/pools.html.
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Frontier City
Frontier City is an amusement park in Oklahoma City, OK. They have military Mondays where you can get in for $5 with a military members active duty ID card. Each military member can have 4 guests at this rate. Children 3 and under are free. Tickets otherwise are $29 for adults $18 for kids under 48". Here's their website for more information: http://www.frontiercity.com/
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Tops in Blue Concert
Tops in Blue will be in concert on Saturday, Aug 8, 2009 from 7-9pm at Memorial Auditorium (1300 7th St) - FREE to the public.
Monday, June 29, 2009
Booster Seats
Well, I still haven't bought a new booster seat....for my 6 year old. She's still in her convertible car seat (Britax Wizard, which is similar to the Britax Boulevard). The weight limit goes from 5-65 lbs and height under 49". Since she's still in that range, I've never switched her. But boy does she want to!
I've been doing research and was told that "any booster seat would do" since it's more of a function of the car's seat belt. But, after researching more, I found that's not true. Here's the report that came out in Oct 2008. http://www.iihs.org/externaldata/srdata/docs/sr4308.pdf.
(this is from http://kgmb9.com/main/content/view/10164/50/ because I didn't want to type it all up)
"the first major test says many of the booster seats made may not be safe enough. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tested 41 seats looking for those that make children sit high enough, so that adult-safety belts will effectively protect them. Of them, 13 failed to get the institute's first ever recommendations.
Best Bets
Graco TurboBooster backless with clip
Fisher-Price Safe Voyage backless with clip
Combi Kobuk backless with clip
Fisher-Price Safe Voyage
Britax Parkway
LaRoche Bros. Teddy Bear
Safeguard Go backless with clip
Volvo booster cushion
Recaro Young Style
Britax Monarch
Good Bets
Graco TurboBooster
Safety Angel Ride Ryte
Recaro Young Sport
Combi Kobuk
Safety 1st/Dorel Apex 65
Not Recommended
Safety Angel Ride Ryte backless
Cosco/Dorel (Eddie Bauer) Summit
Graco CarGo Zephyr
Evenflo Big Kid Confidence
Cosco/Dorel Traveler
Compass B505
Compass B510
Evenflo Generations
Dorel/Safety 1st (Eddie Bauer) Prospect
Cosco Highback Booster
Cosco/Dorel Alpha Omega
Evenflo Chase Comfort Touch
Safety 1st/Dorel Intera"
Hope this helps someone else in making a booster seat decision!
I've been doing research and was told that "any booster seat would do" since it's more of a function of the car's seat belt. But, after researching more, I found that's not true. Here's the report that came out in Oct 2008. http://www.iihs.org/externaldata/srdata/docs/sr4308.pdf.
(this is from http://kgmb9.com/main/content/view/10164/50/ because I didn't want to type it all up)
"the first major test says many of the booster seats made may not be safe enough. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tested 41 seats looking for those that make children sit high enough, so that adult-safety belts will effectively protect them. Of them, 13 failed to get the institute's first ever recommendations.
Best Bets
Graco TurboBooster backless with clip
Fisher-Price Safe Voyage backless with clip
Combi Kobuk backless with clip
Fisher-Price Safe Voyage
Britax Parkway
LaRoche Bros. Teddy Bear
Safeguard Go backless with clip
Volvo booster cushion
Recaro Young Style
Britax Monarch
Good Bets
Graco TurboBooster
Safety Angel Ride Ryte
Recaro Young Sport
Combi Kobuk
Safety 1st/Dorel Apex 65
Not Recommended
Safety Angel Ride Ryte backless
Cosco/Dorel (Eddie Bauer) Summit
Graco CarGo Zephyr
Evenflo Big Kid Confidence
Cosco/Dorel Traveler
Compass B505
Compass B510
Evenflo Generations
Dorel/Safety 1st (Eddie Bauer) Prospect
Cosco Highback Booster
Cosco/Dorel Alpha Omega
Evenflo Chase Comfort Touch
Safety 1st/Dorel Intera"
Hope this helps someone else in making a booster seat decision!
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Wichita Theatre
Wichita Theatre - http://www.wichitatheatre.com/
"A designated Texas Historic Landmark and non-profit theatre featuring live on-stage entertainment suitable for the entire family...since 1908."
"A designated Texas Historic Landmark and non-profit theatre featuring live on-stage entertainment suitable for the entire family...since 1908."
Aug Events
HOTTER’N HELL: Aug. 28-30, centered around the MPEC. 100-mile bicycle ride/race in 100-degree weather.
4th of July Events
EVENT: Sheppard Pre-Independence Day Salute -
FREEDATE: Fri, 3 Jul 09 1400 - 1600
LOCATION: SAFB Parade Field
FEATURING: 'Vocal Trash' band concert
EVENT: 4th in the Falls - Wichita Falls
DATE: Sat, 4 Jul 09
KFDX Kids Fest 3-9pm
FEATURING: food, music, and games
FIREWORKS - 9:15PM Free
LOCATION: MPEC 5th St Wichita Falls
EVENT: EXPLODE-ARAMA in Iowa Park
DATE: Sat, 4 Jul 09
TIME: 5pm gates open til midnight
FEATURING: a lawful location to set off your own fireworks - it is illegal to set off fireworks in local cities;safety and emergency personnel will be on hand
COST: $5 per car load
LOCATION: Lake Iowa Park
EVENT: Kell House Independence Day Parade -
FREEDATE: Sat, 4 Jul 09
TIME: 0930 - Noon
LOCATION: 8th & Ohio St up the hill to the Kell House at 9th & Bluff St Wichita Falls FEATURING: SAFB Special Activity Team Color Guard
JUBILEE FIRECRACKER 5K RUN, WALK: July 4 in Friendship Park, Burkburnett. The children’s fun run starts at 8 a.m., and the 5K will begin at 8:30 a.m. Go to jubileechristian.cc and click the firecracker icon, or call (940) 923-8069.
EVENT: 4th of July Celebration in Burkburnett
FREEDATE: Sat, 4 Jul 09
TIME: 5-8pm Children's Fun Area
6-10pm Food & Drink Vendors
FEATURING: Free watermelon
Live Concert 6-10pm 'Brothersharp' opens for headliner 'Vocal Trash'
FIREWORKS - 10pm
LOCATION: Friendship Park Amphitheatre on Davey Drive
NO TOLERANCE Policy on shooting personal fireworks in the city limits: City officials will be actively seeking out those who are breaking the law by possessing or discharging fireworks in the city limits.Rather than taking a chance of receiving a hefty fine for violating this ordinance, citizens are encouraged to attend 4th in the Falls Fireworks, Burkburnett Fireworks, or take their own fireworks to Lake Iowa Park.
FREEDATE: Fri, 3 Jul 09 1400 - 1600
LOCATION: SAFB Parade Field
FEATURING: 'Vocal Trash' band concert
EVENT: 4th in the Falls - Wichita Falls
DATE: Sat, 4 Jul 09
KFDX Kids Fest 3-9pm
FEATURING: food, music, and games
FIREWORKS - 9:15PM Free
LOCATION: MPEC 5th St Wichita Falls
EVENT: EXPLODE-ARAMA in Iowa Park
DATE: Sat, 4 Jul 09
TIME: 5pm gates open til midnight
FEATURING: a lawful location to set off your own fireworks - it is illegal to set off fireworks in local cities;safety and emergency personnel will be on hand
COST: $5 per car load
LOCATION: Lake Iowa Park
EVENT: Kell House Independence Day Parade -
FREEDATE: Sat, 4 Jul 09
TIME: 0930 - Noon
LOCATION: 8th & Ohio St up the hill to the Kell House at 9th & Bluff St Wichita Falls FEATURING: SAFB Special Activity Team Color Guard
JUBILEE FIRECRACKER 5K RUN, WALK: July 4 in Friendship Park, Burkburnett. The children’s fun run starts at 8 a.m., and the 5K will begin at 8:30 a.m. Go to jubileechristian.cc and click the firecracker icon, or call (940) 923-8069.
EVENT: 4th of July Celebration in Burkburnett
FREEDATE: Sat, 4 Jul 09
TIME: 5-8pm Children's Fun Area
6-10pm Food & Drink Vendors
FEATURING: Free watermelon
Live Concert 6-10pm 'Brothersharp' opens for headliner 'Vocal Trash'
FIREWORKS - 10pm
LOCATION: Friendship Park Amphitheatre on Davey Drive
NO TOLERANCE Policy on shooting personal fireworks in the city limits: City officials will be actively seeking out those who are breaking the law by possessing or discharging fireworks in the city limits.Rather than taking a chance of receiving a hefty fine for violating this ordinance, citizens are encouraged to attend 4th in the Falls Fireworks, Burkburnett Fireworks, or take their own fireworks to Lake Iowa Park.
July Farmers Market
PEACH DAY AT THE FARMERS MARKET: July 11, Eighth and Ohio. Sample peach cobbler made from Charlie peaches. 544-2223 or 631-7111 or www.wichitafallsfarmersmrket.com.
WATERMELON DAY AT THE FARMERS MARKET: July 25, Eighth and Ohio. Sample ice cold watermelon 544-2223 or 631-7111 or www.wichitafallsfarmersmarket.com.
KFDX Kids Fest and YMCA Kids Derby
KFDX KIDS FEST: July 4, MPEC. http://texomashomepage.com/content/kidsfest The 2009 4th of July celebration is sponsored by the City of Wichita Falls and has been renamed "4th in the Falls". It includes KidsFest from 3pm - 9pm at the MPEC exhibit Hall. It's only $1 admission and great fun!
SUPER KIDS DERBY: 6-9 p.m. July 17, Ninth Street hill in front of the Wichita Falls YMCA. Presented by the Wichita Falls YMCA. The Super Kids Soap Box Derby is designed for special needs children and youth. The car is a specially designed two-seater car built to accommodate two children. Each child is accompanied by an escort driver who pilots the car. Limited to 10 children. Category 1 is for children 6-9 and category 2 is for those 10-14. $25 entry fee. Deadline to enter is June 15. brandon(at)ymcawf.org.
SUPER KIDS DERBY: 6-9 p.m. July 17, Ninth Street hill in front of the Wichita Falls YMCA. Presented by the Wichita Falls YMCA. The Super Kids Soap Box Derby is designed for special needs children and youth. The car is a specially designed two-seater car built to accommodate two children. Each child is accompanied by an escort driver who pilots the car. Limited to 10 children. Category 1 is for children 6-9 and category 2 is for those 10-14. $25 entry fee. Deadline to enter is June 15. brandon(at)ymcawf.org.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Farmers Market
http://www.wichitafallsfarmersmarket.com/
Downtown Wichita Falls Farmers Market...bring cash...it's all local growers (nothing trucked in from south of the border)
Downtown Wichita Falls Farmers Market...bring cash...it's all local growers (nothing trucked in from south of the border)
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Vernon Kids Kollege
Summer Camps My kid did one of these camps last year with a friend and loved it! Here's the pdf file of everything they are offering http://www.vernoncollege.edu/conted/schedules/VCKids.pdf. Most camps are 8am-12pm Mon-Thurs. *Notice that some camps are located at the Vernon Campus and others at Century City (in Wichita Falls). The Wichita Falls camps start on pg 13 of the pdf.
Library Summer Activities
ALL EVENTS are FREE and do not need a library card! This is June, July, and August schedule:
Reading Safari at the WFPL -
Summer reading programs for the whole family. (must have WFPL card)
Kids 4-9, teens 10-17, adults 18 and up. 1 Jun - 1 Aug 09 Kids, stop by the library and pick up a safari Log to keep track of your reading! When you've read 5 hours, you will receive your first prize! Read more hours, and you will earn even more prizes!! Teens and adults, write reviews to earn prizes.
*Every Wed (13 weeks) from 10:30-11:15 is Celebrity Storytime in Rm 205.
*Every Thur (13 weeks) from 3:00-5:00pm is Kids' Crafts in rm 204 (from Jun 4- Aug 27)
All other fun events, go to http://www.localendar.com/public/wfpl
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Camp Fire USA's Summer Camps
Archery, Camp Crafts, Canoeing, Cook-outs, Games, Hikes, Nature Studies, Sports, Swimming, Swim Lessons, and Much Much More!
Session I: June 8-12
Session II: June 15-19
Session III: June 22-26
940-322-5209
info@campfirentx.org
www.campfirentx.org
Session I: June 8-12
Session II: June 15-19
Session III: June 22-26
940-322-5209
info@campfirentx.org
www.campfirentx.org
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
YMCA BIG SPLASH BASH!
YMCA BIG SPLASH BASH!
Bring your family and friends for a splashin good time!
Saturday, May 30th
Bill Bartley Branch Family YMCA Pool
FREE to the public!
Open Swim: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Swimming, Live Entertainment, Games & Free Food!
Water Beat Demos: 11:30am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-1:30pm. Give it a try!
Join the YMCA during the party and pay NO JOINING FEE!
Iowa Park Spraypark
IOWA PARK MUNICIPAL POOL and SPRAY PARK
805 N 4th STREET
592-4459
Opening Saturday, May 29th 2010 & Closing Sunday, August 22nd 2010
HOURS OF OPERATIONS
Monday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Noon to 6:00 pm
Tuesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Noon to 8:30 pm
Wednesday thru Saturday . . . Noon to 6:00 pm
Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Membership/Entrance Fees
Daily Entrance Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2.50 per person
Individual Membership . . . . . . . . . $50.00 per person
2 Person Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 95.00
3 Person Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $130.00
4 Person Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $155.00
5 Person Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $180.00
6 Person Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $205.00
For each person over 6 add $35.00 per person
Daytime Full-Day Party Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 50.00
Daytime Partial-Day Party Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 30.00
Semi-Private Party Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $125.00
Private Party Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200.00
All Party Hours . . . . . . 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
No Parties on Tuesdays!!
805 N 4th STREET
592-4459
Opening Saturday, May 29th 2010 & Closing Sunday, August 22nd 2010
HOURS OF OPERATIONS
Monday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Noon to 6:00 pm
Tuesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Noon to 8:30 pm
Wednesday thru Saturday . . . Noon to 6:00 pm
Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Membership/Entrance Fees
Daily Entrance Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2.50 per person
Individual Membership . . . . . . . . . $50.00 per person
2 Person Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 95.00
3 Person Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $130.00
4 Person Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $155.00
5 Person Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $180.00
6 Person Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $205.00
For each person over 6 add $35.00 per person
Daytime Full-Day Party Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 50.00
Daytime Partial-Day Party Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 30.00
Semi-Private Party Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $125.00
Private Party Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200.00
All Party Hours . . . . . . 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
No Parties on Tuesdays!!
Saturday, May 23, 2009
Lowe's and Home Depot FREE Kids Crafts
Lowe's : first 50 kids to register and be present at the store at 10am will receive a kit, aprons and goggles. Recommended age for attendees: Grades 1st - 5th. From 10-11am. (940) 692-9955
https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/
Saturday May 23, 2009 Ready 2 Go kit
Saturday June 13 Mini Putting Green
Sat, June 27 Pirate Ship
Home Depot - Ages 5-12 - First Sat of each month from 9am-12noon http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ContentView?pn=Kids_Workshops&langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053
June 6 - Hardware Sorter
July 4 - Picnic Caddy
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Whispers of Hope Horse Farm
Junior Volunteers,
We Need You
CHORES, GAMES, AND RIDING
for $60.00 a Week
Learn how to care for horses
Learn how to ride properly.
· Meet new/old friends and have fun
while you are learning.
· Learn to work with challenged youth
· Learn responsibility and sharing
· Work on proper grammar and manners
Bring with you each day:
BRING Your LUNCH & a Snack or Two.
BRING a BIG WATER JUG for the day.
Wear Old clothes - Jeans and T-shirt
Old shoes/boots must be totally enclosed.
Proper attired required! No trendy stuff in the barn. No spagetti strings/halter tops
no body parts exposed! Safety is First!
Sunscreen & hat. towel, swim suit or
T-shirt/shorts on Hot Friday’s for water fun.
Parents, our volunteers are a very important part of our program. There are various ways young people can volunteer their talents: as horse handlers, spotters, barn keepers, maintenance workers, organizers, office workers and team leaders. During the summer, Junior Volunteers ages 10-18 are able to come to Whispers of Hope for full days where they learn to work around the barn with the horses and other volunteers, performing daily chores. This program runs from June to July and helps keep the youth motivated and active. No couch potatoes here! Tuesday thru Friday during each camp session, the Youth will arrive at 8 am with sack lunch and water jug and be picked up around 4:30 pm. They will learn teamwork, compassion, motivation, and responsibility, among other things. If they are interested, they will also be able to learn more about riding, in a supervised setting. We are a non-profit organization, and each child’s $60.00 weekly fee goes directly to buy feed for the horses.
Let your children be part of a mission which enables other young people with challenges to become more productive in their own lives. This mission can only succeed with God’s grace and the support of our volunteers. Thank you for your support.
2009
Junior Volunteer Camp
Tuesday thru Friday
June 2 – 5 Jun 30- Jul 2
*June 9 -12 July 7 -10
June 16 - 19 * July 14 - 17
*June 23 - 26 * July 21 – 24
Register NOW!!
You may attend one or all camps!
* Pre-campers, 6-9, may attend *weeks.
I WANT TO COME TO DAY CAMP!
(COMPLETE THE PRE-APPLICATION BELOW)
All Campers are Welcome!
Name________ _________ _______age_ __
Address:____ _________ _________ ______
City/State/Zip_ _________ _________ _____
Phone# ____________ ER#______ ______
Parents name: ____________ _________ _
Please circle the date(s) of the camp(s) you wish to attend: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Camp T-shirts are $7.50. Please circle size.
Youth 6/8, 10/12 , 14/16 Adult S M L XL
Total enclosed $__________ck# ________
I would like to participate in DAY CAMP
(Please check appropriate one)
Challenged Rider___ Jr. Vol Camper___
The Full application and information will be
sent upon receipt of this form or you may
complete on first day of camp. Just show up!
Send your pre-application to:
Whispers of Hope Horse Farm
3545 Parkhills Rd.
Wichita Falls, TX 76310
940-696-8044 for questions
Email: whispersofhopeHF@aol.com
http://whispersofhope.tripod.com
Directions: Facility is located on the Northwest end of town. From Kell Freeway, travel West to Barnett Rd. Turn North (Right) and go to Seymour Hwy. Turn West (Left) onto Seymour Hwy. McBride’s Seafood & Steak Restaurant should be on your right. Go approx. 4/10 of a mile to Parkhill Rd. The Parkhill’s Stable will be on that corner. Turn right onto Parkhill Rd. and go 2/10 mile to first brick house on right. There will be a large flagpole in the front yard, with a chain link fence all around. Go past first drive and the Whispers of Hope sign, to the second gravel driveway and turn in there. PLEASE FOLLOW ROAD LONG NORTH (LEFT FENCE) BACK BEHIND BARN AREA TO THE COVERED ARENA and PAVILLON AREA.
THIS IS CHECK IN AND PICK UP AREA.
Lowe's and Home Depot Memorial Day Military Discount
* Note added 7/19/2010: Both Lowe's and Home Depot offer a 10% military discount YEAR ROUND now!
The nation's two largest home improvement stores, Lowe's and Home Depot, are again offering a 10-percent military discount for Memorial Day, starting Thursday. Active-duty personnel, National Guard and reserve members, retirees, honorably discharged veterans and immediate family members of all those groups are eligible. Customers who request the discount should show a valid military ID card or other proof of service.The stores differ in their offers:
• Lowe's discount is offered from Thursday through May 25 on purchases up to $5,000. That means the maximum discount will be $500. The offer is good for in-store purchases only and it does not apply to online sales, previous sales, purchase of services or gift cards.
• The Home Depot's discount is offered in stores from Thursday through May 27 on purchases up to $2,000, for a $200 maximum discount.
The nation's two largest home improvement stores, Lowe's and Home Depot, are again offering a 10-percent military discount for Memorial Day, starting Thursday. Active-duty personnel, National Guard and reserve members, retirees, honorably discharged veterans and immediate family members of all those groups are eligible. Customers who request the discount should show a valid military ID card or other proof of service.The stores differ in their offers:
• Lowe's discount is offered from Thursday through May 25 on purchases up to $5,000. That means the maximum discount will be $500. The offer is good for in-store purchases only and it does not apply to online sales, previous sales, purchase of services or gift cards.
• The Home Depot's discount is offered in stores from Thursday through May 27 on purchases up to $2,000, for a $200 maximum discount.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Free Ice Cream at Walmart
Mark Your Calendar: Free Ice Cream at Walmart on May 30
Free Ice Cream Day runs from 11am to 4pm and will feature confections like Dibs Snack Bags, Blue Bunny Aspen Frozen Yogurt Granola Bars and Ben & Jerry's Flipped Out Cups. Give your local store a ring to be sure they're participating, then head on down.
http://instoresnow.walmart.com/food-center-ice-cream.aspx
Free Ice Cream Day runs from 11am to 4pm and will feature confections like Dibs Snack Bags, Blue Bunny Aspen Frozen Yogurt Granola Bars and Ben & Jerry's Flipped Out Cups. Give your local store a ring to be sure they're participating, then head on down.
http://instoresnow.walmart.com/food-center-ice-cream.aspx
Monday, May 18, 2009
Volleyball Camp
Volleytots & Volleychicks Volleyball Camp
Volleytots: June 22 & 23
Incoming 1st, 2nd & 3rd Graders
Cost: $45 includes camp ball
Bring Your Own Partner
Volleychicks: June 24 & 25
Incoming 4th & 5th Graders
Cost: $45 includes camp ball
Both camps are at the WFHS Gym
Click here for more information and for registration form.
Volleytots: June 22 & 23
Incoming 1st, 2nd & 3rd Graders
Cost: $45 includes camp ball
Bring Your Own Partner
Volleychicks: June 24 & 25
Incoming 4th & 5th Graders
Cost: $45 includes camp ball
Both camps are at the WFHS Gym
Click here for more information and for registration form.
Baseball Camps
Rider Raider Baseball Camp
June 1-4 and June 8-11
Pitching Camp- 8:00 am - 9:15am - $40.00 ea. week
Fielding and Hitting Camp- 9:30 am -11:30am $40.00 ea. week
Ages 6-14
Attending both camps in a week - $70.00
Contact: Scot Green 940-224-9213
Josh Bobbitt 940-631-3104
WFHS Baseball Camp
Week 1: June 1 - 4
Week 2: June 8 - 11
WFHS Ward Field
Ages 6 - 14
Click here for more information and for registration form
June 1-4 and June 8-11
Pitching Camp- 8:00 am - 9:15am - $40.00 ea. week
Fielding and Hitting Camp- 9:30 am -11:30am $40.00 ea. week
Ages 6-14
Attending both camps in a week - $70.00
Contact: Scot Green 940-224-9213
Josh Bobbitt 940-631-3104
WFHS Baseball Camp
Week 1: June 1 - 4
Week 2: June 8 - 11
WFHS Ward Field
Ages 6 - 14
Click here for more information and for registration form
Friday, May 15, 2009
FARMERS MARKET
OPENING DAY FOR THE DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET: May 23, Eighth and Ohio. Vendors on site from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. 544-2223 or 631-7111. www.wichitafallsfarmersmarket.com.
BUGFEST
BUGFEST: June 27, River Bend Nature Center, 2200 Third St. One of the nature center’s most popular Family Nature Nights. Featuring bug displays, the bug doctor, bug-related arts and crafts, bug search on the nature trail. 767-0843. www.riverbendnaturecenter.org.
WILD WONDERS PROGRAM
WILD WONDERS PROGRAM: 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 16 - River Bend Nature Center. The Fort Worth Zoo will bring a few animals to show children in this very popular program. Make reservations early. $4 for children and adults; children 1 and younger are free. 767-0843.
Theatre Camp
Backdoor Theatre presents Theatre Camp -
Dear edwina - ages 10-13 - June 1-26, 9am-12pm daily - performance June 27 (deadline May 27 to sign up)
The Jungle Book - ages 7-10 - July 6-24, 9am-12pm daily - performance Aug 1 (deadline July 1 to sign up)
http://www.backdoortheatre.org/
Dear edwina - ages 10-13 - June 1-26, 9am-12pm daily - performance June 27 (deadline May 27 to sign up)
The Jungle Book - ages 7-10 - July 6-24, 9am-12pm daily - performance Aug 1 (deadline July 1 to sign up)
http://www.backdoortheatre.org/
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Free 1-day membership to Sam's Club
Get in on all the savings that your neighbors have all been raving about with a one-day membership to Sam's Club. You'll then be able to buy bulk foods, commercial re-sale items, home furnishings and much more at reduced costs. Submit this printable coupon upon entering the club. Offer ends 05/25/2009.
Saturday, May 9, 2009
More Summer Programs/Camps
Camp Chaparral - Children's Camp Aug 3-5 for 1st-3rd graders; Day Camp starts June 1st for K-5th graders. http://www.campchaparral.org/children.asp
Camp Grin Again
A Summer Session of Building Bridges
June 8-12, 2009
8:30 am to Noon
First Assembly of God
3101 McNeil Avenue
Wichita Falls, Texas
Pre-Registration by June 3rd
Day Camp for children in Pre-K-8th grades who have sufferd the loss of someone special
Offered by Hospice of Wichita Falls
KATIE'S KIDS KAMP
WEEK 1: July 6-9, 2009
WEEK 2: July 13-16
594 Sandrock Hill Rd Byers, TX
Cost: $65 per child, includes a t-shirt $75 after registration deadline
Camp Information:Katie's Kids Kamp offers a variety of facilities and activities. The goal at Katie's Kids Kamp is to provide a facility that is safe, easily accessible, and affordable for everyone.The camp is located in Byers, TX about thirty minutes north of Wichita Falls. The camp rests on sixty acres of peaceful, country-like surroundings. On the property there are two dormitories, a worship center, a large gymnasium, a sand volleyball court, kitchen facilities and more.
All of these camps were found on KMOC's website: http://kmocfm.com/
Camp Grin Again
A Summer Session of Building Bridges
June 8-12, 2009
8:30 am to Noon
First Assembly of God
3101 McNeil Avenue
Wichita Falls, Texas
Pre-Registration by June 3rd
Day Camp for children in Pre-K-8th grades who have sufferd the loss of someone special
Offered by Hospice of Wichita Falls
KATIE'S KIDS KAMP
WEEK 1: July 6-9, 2009
WEEK 2: July 13-16
594 Sandrock Hill Rd Byers, TX
Cost: $65 per child, includes a t-shirt $75 after registration deadline
Camp Information:Katie's Kids Kamp offers a variety of facilities and activities. The goal at Katie's Kids Kamp is to provide a facility that is safe, easily accessible, and affordable for everyone.The camp is located in Byers, TX about thirty minutes north of Wichita Falls. The camp rests on sixty acres of peaceful, country-like surroundings. On the property there are two dormitories, a worship center, a large gymnasium, a sand volleyball court, kitchen facilities and more.
All of these camps were found on KMOC's website: http://kmocfm.com/
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Concerts
Saturday, May 9 - Christian Music Festival. Medicine Park, OK www.myspace.com/worshipinthepark2009.
Saturday, May 16 - Armed Forces Day Concerts. Elmer Thomas Park - Lawton. 1-5pm Local Entertainment, 6pm Jon Wolfe, 7pm Bryan White, 8:45pm Lee Greenwood 10pm Fireworks 580-355-3541 for info. http://www.lfsarmedforcesday.com/
Saturday, May 16 - Armed Forces Day Concerts. Elmer Thomas Park - Lawton. 1-5pm Local Entertainment, 6pm Jon Wolfe, 7pm Bryan White, 8:45pm Lee Greenwood 10pm Fireworks 580-355-3541 for info. http://www.lfsarmedforcesday.com/
Burkburnett Month of Family-Friendly Events
"Taste of the Town" at the Burkburnett Community Center on May 16, 2009. Food from 12 restaurants and live music. Tickets are $40pp.
Burkburnett Public Library in the month of May on Tuesdays at 10am, "Mommy and Me" story time for infants and toddlers. Thursdays at 2pm, stories and activities for 3-5 year olds. Fridays are films at 3:30pm (children under 10 must be accompanied by parent).
Burkburnett Public Library in the month of May on Tuesdays at 10am, "Mommy and Me" story time for infants and toddlers. Thursdays at 2pm, stories and activities for 3-5 year olds. Fridays are films at 3:30pm (children under 10 must be accompanied by parent).
Sheppard Air Show
What's That Noise? Sheppard Air Force Base Open House / Air Show October 10th and 11th. Open 9:00am-6:00pm. FREE to the public. Military ID holders use Main Gate entrance. All others use Missle Gate entrance.
- Aircraft Flybys - USAF Displays - Food - Band - Kids' Zone
- Snowbirds Demo Team
- F-15E Demo & Heritage
- C-17 Globemaster Demo
- MIG-17 Demo
- Black Daggers Jump Team
- M-4 Flight Simulator
- AF Recruiting Orange County Chopper
- Army Virtual Reality Experience
- Inflatables and "Little Airport" for kids
- Ropes Course & Bungy Jump
Military Spouse Appreciation Day
May 8, 2009 for all military spouses at 8:30am at the Community Center at Sheppard AFB. http://www.sheppardservices.com/pdfs/flash/spouces.pdf
Monday, May 4, 2009
Buy Your Forever Stamps!
Not really kid info, but the prices for stamps are changing on May 11, 2009 (next week!) from $.42 to $.44. So go buy some forever stamps, which are good for FOREVER (or pretty close to forever :))! http://www.usps.com/prices/pricechanges.htm
Keep your toddler in a rear-facing car seat until age 2 (not 1)
So I'm researching for a booster seat for my child and saw that the American Academy of Pediatrics is suggesting that toddlers stay in rear-facing car seats until age 2, not age 1. Just thought I'd share that with other moms. Here's the link for more information.
http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/30/4/12-a?maxtoshow=&HITS=10&hits=10&RESULTFORMAT=&fulltext=rear-facing&searchid=1&FIRSTINDEX=0&resourcetype=HWCIT
http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/30/4/12-a?maxtoshow=&HITS=10&hits=10&RESULTFORMAT=&fulltext=rear-facing&searchid=1&FIRSTINDEX=0&resourcetype=HWCIT
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Michael's FREE Mothers Day Events
Sunday, May 3 - T-shirt 1-3pm (bring own t-shirt or purchase there)
Monday, May 4 - Corsage for Mom - 6-7pm
Tues, May 5 - Paper Flowers Bouquet 6-7pm
Wed, May 6 - Personalized Coupon Book - 6-7pm
Thurs, May 7 - Mother's Day Card 6-8pm
Fri, May 8 - Wooden Fram for Mom - 6-8pm
Sat, May 9 - Bead Event 1-4pm
Sun, May 10 - Decorate a Cookie 1-4pm
Monday, May 4 - Corsage for Mom - 6-7pm
Tues, May 5 - Paper Flowers Bouquet 6-7pm
Wed, May 6 - Personalized Coupon Book - 6-7pm
Thurs, May 7 - Mother's Day Card 6-8pm
Fri, May 8 - Wooden Fram for Mom - 6-8pm
Sat, May 9 - Bead Event 1-4pm
Sun, May 10 - Decorate a Cookie 1-4pm
Friday, May 1, 2009
Kell House Museum Mother Daughter Garden Tea Party
What:
The Kell House Museum invites you to A Garden Tea for all ages Graciously Sponsored by Kim Womble at Miks Saturday, May 9th 3 to 5 p.m. in the Kell House Gardens 900 Bluff Street, Wichita Falls Enjoy your choice of finger sandwiches, assorted delectable desserts and a variety of teas. Stroll through the Kell House Museum's Spring Exhibit: Three Girls One Dress Wichita County Weddings Vote for your favorite table decorations, with tables sponsored by Burger King and Primewest Mortgage Corp. and show off your hat in our 4:00 p.m. Hat Extravaganza. Hat Competition Categories Include: Most Vintage Most Humorous Most Unforgettable There will also be a children's hat competition with a prize given for Most Unique Reservations are required. $20 for adults ? $10 for children 12 and under For more information, please contact the Kell House at 723-2712.
Where:
Kell House Museum 900 Bluff Street Wichita Falls Texas 76301
When:
3 to 5 pm
Event Dates:
This event takes place on 05-09-2009
The Kell House Museum invites you to A Garden Tea for all ages Graciously Sponsored by Kim Womble at Miks Saturday, May 9th 3 to 5 p.m. in the Kell House Gardens 900 Bluff Street, Wichita Falls Enjoy your choice of finger sandwiches, assorted delectable desserts and a variety of teas. Stroll through the Kell House Museum's Spring Exhibit: Three Girls One Dress Wichita County Weddings Vote for your favorite table decorations, with tables sponsored by Burger King and Primewest Mortgage Corp. and show off your hat in our 4:00 p.m. Hat Extravaganza. Hat Competition Categories Include: Most Vintage Most Humorous Most Unforgettable There will also be a children's hat competition with a prize given for Most Unique Reservations are required. $20 for adults ? $10 for children 12 and under For more information, please contact the Kell House at 723-2712.
Where:
Kell House Museum 900 Bluff Street Wichita Falls Texas 76301
When:
3 to 5 pm
Event Dates:
This event takes place on 05-09-2009
1 mile Run for the Kids
Run for the Son - $30 for over 13, $20 for under 13. This Saturday (May 2) at 7:45am starting at Colonial Baptist. For more information and registration, go to http://runfortheson.org/
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Special Events through WF Rec
All of these classes are at the WF Recreation Center - 10th and Indiana, Room 203 -- upstairs from the WF Library
Home Alone - For ages 6-13. $2 per family (pre registration required). May 26 6-8pm
Babysitting Class - For ages 12 and up. $5 per person. June 10 10am-2pm
Home Alone - For ages 6-13. $2 per family (pre registration required). May 26 6-8pm
Babysitting Class - For ages 12 and up. $5 per person. June 10 10am-2pm
Day Camps
The City of Wichita Falls Park & Rec has Day Camps all summer long. Their listing of camps is on their website at http://www.cwftx.net/index.asp?NID=250. You can also pick up a pamphlet in front of the library (upstairs from the library is where you register for classes). My daughter did the Princess Camp last summer and really enjoyed it!
Camps offered:
Camp Lotsafun!
Discovery Camp
Camp Fit'n Fun
Princess Camp
Southside Youth Senter - Open to boys & girls 5-15 Camp runs Mon-Fri 7:15am-6:15pm Call 940-767-7071 $45 per week - military and multiple child discounts available.
Camps offered:
Camp Lotsafun!
Discovery Camp
Camp Fit'n Fun
Princess Camp
Southside Youth Senter - Open to boys & girls 5-15 Camp runs Mon-Fri 7:15am-6:15pm Call 940-767-7071 $45 per week - military and multiple child discounts available.
Library Closed for New Carpets
The Wichita Falls library will close at 6pm on Wed, May 13 and reopen at 9am, Fri, May 22. Fines will not accrue, Holds wont' be affective. Book drop will still be open.
Military Discounts
I've realized that it's best to ask everywhere, this is by no means a complete list, so please let me know if any of these change or if there are more to add!
RESTAURANTS
- Pasqual's Restaurant: 10% off for military, police, and firemen
- IHOP – 10%
- Johnny Carino’s – 10% on Mondays, $5 off in Whirlwind Magazine
- Mazzio’s Pizza – 10%
- McAllisters – 10%
- Orange Leaf Yogurt
- Popeye’s on Southwest Pkwy - 10%
- Taco Mayo – 10%
- Taco Casa - 10%
- Wendy’s inside the truck stop off the highway – 10%
RETAIL STORES
- Aerospostale – 10%
- AT&T – 18%
- Backdoor Theatre - $2 off reg admission
- Big 5 – 10%
- Buckle – 10%
- Card and Party factory (next to Albertson's on SW Pkwy): – 10%
- Champs – 20%
- Deb – 20%
- Extreme Technology (Seymour Hwy) – 10%
- Finish Line – 30%
- Foot Locker – 20%
- GiGi V. Boutique – 10% (excluding sale items)
- Holder’s Jewelers – 10-30% off, some exclusions
- Hot Topic at the mall – 10%
- JCPenney Portrait Studio – No sitting fee, free 8x10, $3.99 sheets. Ask for Manager’s Special.
- New York & Company – 15%
- Old Navy: 1st Day of Every Month is 10% off your purchase with valid US Military ID
- Regis (hair salon in mall) – 10%
- Sally’s Beauty Supply – 10%
- Shoe Carnival – 10% Wed
- Sprint – 15%
- Texas State Optical (4210 Kell Blvd Ste 108) – 20%
- Trade Secrets – 10%
- Value Village Thrift Shop (6th and Indiana downtown) – 10%
- Verizon Wireless – 15%
Summer Movies
We went to see a couple of the movies at Cinemark last year and it was fun! Remember to get there early because a lot of the day care centers go, so it fills up fast! They show on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10am. $1 per show or 10 shows for $5. At the Cinemark Movie Theater in Parker Square (off Kell and Kemp).
http://www.cinemark.com/summermovieclubhouse/354.html
http://www.cinemark.com/summermovieclubhouse/354.html
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Weekly Sports Classes
- Gymnastics Sports Center - 696-3547 - Gymnastics and Gymkata http://696flip.com/gymnasticsgymkata.htm
- YMCA - Youth Programs (Soccer, Baseball, Martial Arts, Weight Lifting, Dance and Gymnastics http://www.ymcawf.org/
- City of Wichita Falls also offers classes for kids - http://www.cwftx.net/index.asp?NID=184
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Vacation Bible School
Grace Church - http://gracechurch.com/location/ June 8-12, 2009. (for children 4 years through 4th grade)
First Baptist - http://www.fbcwf.org/children/ps_special.aspx
First Baptist - http://www.fbcwf.org/children/ps_special.aspx
- Kinder Camp... June 15-19 (Children entering kindergarten or 1st grade in the fall)
- Day Camp... June 15-19 (Children who have completed grades 1& 2)
- Sports Camp... June 15-19 (Children completing grades 3-6)
- Children's Overnight Camp...June 29-July 2 (children that have completed Grades 3-6)
- Vacation Bible School...July 20-24 (For children entering kindergarten in the fall though grade 6 completed)
Fairway Baptist - http://www.fairwaybaptist.com/ministries/childrenministry.php
- 252Kids Week ...June 22nd-26th, 9am-5pm ...$25/kid, $40/2 kids and $50/3+ kids in family unit. (Cost includes a t-shirt, daily activities, a trip to a pool, an afternoon at Castaway Cove, 4 lunches, and an AMAZING week!)
Floral Heights United Methodist - http://floralheightsumc.wordpress.com/vacation-bible-school/
- VBS - Sunday, July 26 – Thursday, July 30 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Ages 4 – 6th grade Light Meal served at 5:30 for all VBS participants.
Trinity Baptist Church (located at 4016 Jacksboro Hwy right across from the car wash)
- WILDWOOD FOREST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL July 13-17, 2009 6:00-8:45 PM
There will be great fun and adventure as we look at God’s word and discover the Untamed Nature of God. Friday Night will be family night as we will let the kids show their parents what they have learned throughout the week and then have snow cones afterwards.
For more information, please contact Kathy Dillon at 851-7048
Soccer
Upward Soccer - First Baptist Church - http://www.upwardleaguesite.org/pdf/BRC23783.pdf $55, after Aug 4 $60. Grades 4K-6th Grade. Practice begins Sept 1, 2009. Awards banquet Nov 10, 2009.
Greater Wichita Falls Soccer Association - http://www.gwfsa.org/
Greater Wichita Falls Soccer Association - http://www.gwfsa.org/
Bible Studies and Moms Groups
Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) - Wednesdays 9:10-11:00am - First Presbyterian Church on Taft (break during the summer). http://www.bsfinternational.org/. Children's Programs (free) available for ages 2-5. Starting in the Fall of 2010, they will be studying Isaiah and there will be children's programs for INFANTs through the age of 5!
MOMs at Grace - Thursdays 10-11:30am at Grace Church (break during the summer). http://www.gracechurch.com/. Childcare (free) is available.
MOMS Connected - Wednesdays 9:30-11:30 at First Baptist. First Meeting for the Fall Semester will be Wed, Sept 9, 2009. Studying The Five Love Languages of Children by Gary & Ross Chapman. Preschool Childcare is available for $2 per child. http://www.fbcwf.org/
Wichita Falls Moms Club - http://www.wichitafallsmomsclub.webs.com/
Wichita Falls Moms - To join the group, go to their yahoo group website and introduce yourself - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/WichitaFallsMoms/. They have weekly playdates and activities.
MOMs at Grace - Thursdays 10-11:30am at Grace Church (break during the summer). http://www.gracechurch.com/. Childcare (free) is available.
MOMS Connected - Wednesdays 9:30-11:30 at First Baptist. First Meeting for the Fall Semester will be Wed, Sept 9, 2009. Studying The Five Love Languages of Children by Gary & Ross Chapman. Preschool Childcare is available for $2 per child. http://www.fbcwf.org/
Wichita Falls Moms Club - http://www.wichitafallsmomsclub.webs.com/
Wichita Falls Moms - To join the group, go to their yahoo group website and introduce yourself - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/WichitaFallsMoms/. They have weekly playdates and activities.
Gyms
Gold's Gym (940) 696-0831 - 4105 Maplewood Ave.
North Texas Rehab Center - Aquatics and Wellness Center http://www.ntrehab.org/programs.php?subid=6 (940) 322-0771 - 1005 Midwestern Pkwy (military discounts offered) (childcare included)
Powerhouse Gym (940) 689-8100 - 3127 Lawrence Rd (childcare offered for an extra fee)
YMCA (940) 761-1000 http://www.ymcawf.org/ (childcare offered)
North Texas Rehab Center - Aquatics and Wellness Center http://www.ntrehab.org/programs.php?subid=6 (940) 322-0771 - 1005 Midwestern Pkwy (military discounts offered) (childcare included)
Powerhouse Gym (940) 689-8100 - 3127 Lawrence Rd (childcare offered for an extra fee)
YMCA (940) 761-1000 http://www.ymcawf.org/ (childcare offered)
Swimming Pools and Waterpark
Lucy Park Pool - http://www.cwftx.net/index.asp?NID=247
When: 7 days a week
Dates: May 30 – August 16
Time: 12:00 noon – 6:00 p.m.
Cost: General Admission $1.25
(under age 6 FREE with Swimming adult age 18 or over)
Swim Tag $20 (age 18 and under – swim all summer)
Swim Card $20 (20 swims, all ages, great for parties, schools, etc)
Splash Day!!!
Swim FREE on Opening Day!
Great time to buy swim tags or cards for the summer swimming season!
When: Saturday, May 30
Time: Noon – 6:00 p.m.
Where: Lucy park Swimming Pool
Cost: FREE!!! FREE!!!
Castaway Cove Waterpark - http://www.castawaycovewaterpark.com/
Season passes $60-$100.
General Admission $22
Under 42" $18
Over 55 years $19
Military $19
** On Mondays, Moms are $6 + tax!
Camp Fire USA Swimming Pool
Opens May 23, 2009
Open to Everyone for $2 per person
http://www.campfirentx.org/
940-322-5209 - Call first for hours open
When: 7 days a week
Dates: May 30 – August 16
Time: 12:00 noon – 6:00 p.m.
Cost: General Admission $1.25
(under age 6 FREE with Swimming adult age 18 or over)
Swim Tag $20 (age 18 and under – swim all summer)
Swim Card $20 (20 swims, all ages, great for parties, schools, etc)
Splash Day!!!
Swim FREE on Opening Day!
Great time to buy swim tags or cards for the summer swimming season!
When: Saturday, May 30
Time: Noon – 6:00 p.m.
Where: Lucy park Swimming Pool
Cost: FREE!!! FREE!!!
Castaway Cove Waterpark - http://www.castawaycovewaterpark.com/
Season passes $60-$100.
General Admission $22
Under 42" $18
Over 55 years $19
Military $19
** On Mondays, Moms are $6 + tax!
Camp Fire USA Swimming Pool
Opens May 23, 2009
Open to Everyone for $2 per person
http://www.campfirentx.org/
940-322-5209 - Call first for hours open
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