Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Summer Reading 2010

Wichita Falls Public Library has a Reading program for the summer along with fun activities.  Go to http://wfpl.net/summer to check it out.

Friday, May 21, 2010

Wichita Falls Museum of Arts Summer Camps

2010 Wichita Falls Museum of Art Summer Camps

Saturday Tie Dye Workshops

June 5 & 24

Art Camp One June 7 - 11 Art Camp Three July 12 - 16

Art Camp Two June 21 - 25 Art Camp Four July 26 - 30

Art Camp activities:

 Reflecting on the permanent collection, Camps One through Four will explore these artists for inspiration! Using color, form, and imagination in our exercises and projects we will understand creative ways to see things. Projects will include printmaking, drawing, designing cartoons and exploring use of color.

 Special one day workshops to make tie dye t-shirts.

Camp information:

 Each art camp has morning and afternoon times and age ranges. Morning camp is 9:00-11:30
for ages 6 to 9. Afternoon camp is 1:00 to 3:30 pm for ages 10 and up.

 Tie Dye workshops are Saturday June 5 and July 24 from 10 am to noon for any age. Five and under must have a parent present. Each person must bring two cotton t-shirts to dye.

 Camps One through Four are $60 each for non-members and each family membership is allowed two free art camps or workshop. Tie dye workshops are $10 each to non-members.

 Parents or care givers must come inside the Museum to pick up campers.

 Camps are on first-come, first-serve basis. Campers are considered registered in camp upon receipt of a complete form and payment. There are a limited number of spaces for each camp.

 Refunds are given ONLY if WFMA cancels camp.

 All supplies are covered by the museum except for two 100% cotton t-shirts needed for the tie dye workshops.

 Art is fun and messy – dress accordingly. We will!

 For more information call Shirley or Mary Helen at 397 8900 at Wichita Falls Museum of Art.

YMCA Big Splash

BIG SPLASH this Saturday 05/22/2010! Open Swim at the Family Y from 11am-5pm! FREE to the Public! EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

YMCA Summer Sports Camps

All Sports Camps will take place at the Bill Bartley Branch Family YMCA with the exception of Football Camp, which will take place at the East Branch YMCA. For more information, call 761-1000.


FOOTBALL CAMP

A camp that will emphasize the basic fundamentals of the game as well as conditioning, sportsmanship and teamwork. Learn from the best – instruction provided by a former college standout and NFL player! Campers will need cleats and a water bottle. Ages 8 & up. All campers will receive a T-shirt. Camp will take place at East Branch YMCA. Drop off and pick up at Bill Bartley Branch Family YMCA.

DATE: June 7–11, 8:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 2nd

FEE: Members $40.00, Non Members $60.00



VOLLEYBALL CAMP

A camp for all levels focusing on fundamentals and rules of the game in a fun and fast-paced environment. Camp is open to boys and girls. Campers will receive a T-shirt.

DATE: June 14–18 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 9th

SESSIONS: 4TH – 6TH Grade 8:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M.

7th – 8th Grade 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.

FEE: Members $40.00, Non Members $60.00



SUPER GYMNASTICS CAMP

Join us for an exciting week of gymnastics and tumbling instruction as well as plenty of fun games and activities. Ages 5 & up . No gymnastics experience needed!. All campers will receive a T-shirt

DATE: June 21–25, 8:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 16th

FEE: Members $40.00, Non Members $60.00



BASKETBALL CAMP

A camp that will emphasize the basic fundamentals of the game as well as conditioning, sportsmanship and teamwork. All campers will receive a T-shirt.

DATE: July 12–16 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 7th

SESSIONS: Boys & Girls (2nd – 5th Grade) 8:00 A.M. - 9:30 A.M.

Boys & Girls (6th – 9th Grade) 9:45 A.M. – 11:45 A.M.

FEE: Members $40.00, Non Members $60.00



DANCE CAMP

This camp will promote the enjoyment of dance and performance. Campers will learn fun, full of personality routines using interesting props to a variety of music. Ages 5-12. No experience necessary. Tennis shoes are required but no special dance shoes or dance attire are necessary.

DATE: July 12-16 , 9:00 A.M. - 11:30 A.M. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 7th

FEE: Members $40.00, Non Members $60.00



CHEERLEADING CAMP

Participants will practice tumbling, jumps, motions, spirit routines, cheers, chants & dances. Ages 5 & up. . All campers will receive a T-shirt

DATE: July 26–30, 8:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 19th

FEE: Members $40.00, Non Members $60.00

Monday, May 17, 2010

Camp Imagination at Wichita Theatre

A fun filled and educational two week camp this summer for ages 7-12...from July 12-23...at The Wichita Theatre Performing Arts Centre.  For more information about this kids theatre camp...call 723-9037 for details.

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Summer Gymnastics Classes

Gymnastics Sports Center has their summer schedule available at http://696flip.com/summer_2010_schedule.PDF.  Their classes run from June 8-July 29.  They have:

Gymnastics for boys and girls 3 & up
Gymkata for boys 6 & up
Round Off Backhandspring for Boys and Girls 6 & up
Parent and Tots for 18mo-3yrs.  

Fees are $20 deposit, plus $90 by May 31.

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Summer Dance Camp

SSB Dance Center CALL 940-696-3766

Summer Dance Camps:
Beginner June 7 - 10, 5:30 - 6:30 in Wichita Falls only. $50 ages 3-6
6 week beg classes every Wed. June 9 - July 14, 10:00 - 11:00 am $70.00 3-6 ages

Strutter camps: A -strutter 4-6:00, B - strutter 6-8:00, May 18 & 19 , $ 75
Prep - strutter August 2 & 3 , 4:00 - 5:30, $ 55

Swim Lessons : June 14 - 17 call to register 733-4517 $70

Fall Registration:
Wichita Falls: Mon. & Tues. August 23 & 24, 4 - 6:00
Burkburnett: Wed. August 25, 4 - 6:00, K of C hall on Cropper rd.

Free Tennis Clinic

Weeks Park is offering a free tennis clinic for adults and kids. Dates are Saturday May 22 and Sunday May 23rd. Times are Saturday from 10-11am and 6-7pm. Sunday at 6pm. Please call Weeks Park 322-7700 for more information.

Kell House Free Mothers Day Tour

May 9th, 2010 -- Free Mothers Day Tour of the Kell House 900 Bluff - Wichita Falls, Texas - 76301 - (940) 723-0623

Texas Ranch Roundup

Texas Ranch Round-Up will be August 20 & 21, 2010 at the Kay Yeager Coliseum in downtown Wichita Falls.  THE EVENTS: Wild Cow Milking, Calf Doctoring, Ranch Bronc Riding, Team Branding, Team Penning & Top Hand-Top Horse.

TICKETS: Tickets go on sale each year, June 1. For ticket information call the K.Y.C. box office at (940)716-5555 or http://www.wfmpec.com/.  Tickets are $10-$16 each.  Click here to purchase tickets. 

Whispers of Hope Summer Camp

Whispers of Hope Horse Farm offers 8 Summer Sessions beginning June 1st and run through July 31st.

Challenged Rider Camp Registration Form
Tues, Wed, Thurs 9:30am-11:30am; $10 per week

Summer Day Camp Registration Form
Regular Campers ages 10-18, 8am-4:30pm
Pre-Campers ages 6-9, 8am-12pm or 4:30pm; $80 per week

Theatre Camp 2010

Theatre Camp 2010 - at Backdoor Theatre

Judy Braddy is returning to instruct both camps for summer 2010. Students will learn about all aspects of theatre including, acting, stage presence, singing, set design, props, costumes, and much more.

Session I — “The Adventures of a Comic Book Artist” Ages 10-13

When: June 1-25, 2010 9:00 am—12:00 noon daily
Family and Friends Performance  June 26, 2010

Session II — “The Little Mermaid” Ages 7-10

When: July 5-30, 2010 9:00 am—12:00 noon daily

Family and Friends Performance July 31, 2010