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Fall 2015 Brochure.indd
Fall 2015
A Publication of the Rio Rancho
Parks, Recreation and
Community Services Department
Programming and Civic Outreach
Registration begins Monday, August 24
Parks, Recreation and
Community Services
Featuring Special Events
See Page 16
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Rio Rancho Parks & Recreation
Registration Information
Registration for programs will begin on Monday, August 24. Registration is ongoing at the Parks
& Recreation Office, 3200 Civic Center Circle NE,
Suite 100. Registration deadlines are listed with
each program. Programs fill up quickly - so please
register early!
Program
Community Center
Page
ACT or SAT Prep
9th to 12th
grade
Star Heights Center
14
After-school Archery
3rd to 12th
grade
Haynes Community Center
8
Art Academy for Kids
9 to 12
Sabana Grande Center
10
All registration or participation fees shall be paid at the time of registration and
prior to participation in any program or activity. Phone registrations can not
be done for the first one to three days after registration begins. Please review
the Aquatic Center schedule for evening and weekend registration. For your
convenience we accept VISA, Master Card, Discover, American Express, cash,
money orders, and cashier checks.
Athletes in Action
7 to 13
Haynes Rosko Field
7
Beginning Archery
7 to 16
Enchanted Hills Elementary
8
Beginning Art Class
16 and up
Sabana Grande Center
15
Beginning Ballet
6 to 11
Sabana Grande Center
12
Beginning Cheer
6 to 13
Sabana Grande Center
10
The City of Rio Rancho assumes no liability for any claims that may arise from
participation in any program or activity listed in this brochure. Any check
returned as unpaid will be charged a $35 service fee.
Beginning Tap
9 to 14
Sabana Grande Center
13
9 to 14
Sabana Grande Center
13
Beginning Team Dance
Bicycling 101 Safety Course
Cabezon Community Center
9
All ages
Sabana Grande Center
15
Cake Pop Fun
8 to 14
Sabana Grande Center
13
Candy Making Mania
12 to 18
Sabana Grande Center
13
10 and up
Sabana Grande Center
12
9 to 14
Sabana Grande Center
13
8
Breakfast with Santa
Inclusion
Inclusion for special needs populations will be a standard for all Rio Rancho
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department programs. If special
accommodations are required, please inform staff upon registration.
Card Making
Dynamic Dance
14 and up
Refund Policy
Fencing
8 to 12
Haynes Community Center
Refunds are granted if the request is prior to the registration deadline and the
withdrawal is not detrimental to the program. There will be
a $10 administrative fee.
Fitness and Water Aerobics
15 and up
Rio Rancho Aquatic Center
6
Flag Football, Adult
18 and up
Rio Rancho Sports Complex
9
Sabana Grande Center
12
Fun With Food
13 to 18
If a refund is requested after the registration deadline and it is
determined that the refund will be detrimental to the program
(i.e. group rates based upon registration numbers) then no
refund may be given.
Golf Lessons, Adult Group
13 and up
Club Rio Rancho
9
Golf Lessons, Youth Group
8 to 12
Club Rio Rancho
8
15 and up
Sabana Grande Center
14
Group Guitar Lessons for Kids
10 to 14
Sabana Grande Center
13
If refunds are requested prior to the service starting and there
are participants willing to take the space of the person
requesting the refund, then a refund may be processed with
a $10 administrative fee. If a refund request is made after the
start of the service, a pro-rated fee may be refunded and the
new person filling the vacancy may pay a pro-rated
registration fee.
Gymnastics
6 to 13
Sabana Grande Center
8
Hip Hop Till You Drop
10 to 16
Sabana Grande Center
13
Home school PE
6 to 15
Haynes Community Center
7
Kids' Friday Fun Night
8 to 12
Cabezon Community Center
10
Kids in the Kitchen
8 to 12
Sabana Grande Center
10
Kids Night Out
8 to 12
Cabezon Community Center
12
Kidszone
3 to 5
Sabana Grande Center
11
Little Chippers
4 to 7
Haynes Community Center
7
Little Guitarists
7 to 9
Sabana Grande Center
12
7
Group Guitar Lessons
Little Kickers
4 to 6
Haynes Community Center
Little Rackets
7 to 13
Haynes Community Center
7
Little Rembrandts
3 to 8
Sabana Grande Center
11
Cabezon Community Center
14
Lobo Game Day
Table of Contents
City Addresses & Phone
Numbers Page 17
Aquatics
Pages 5 - 6
Athletics
Pages 7 - 9
Youth Programs ........ 7
Adult Programs ..........9
Classes & Programs
Pages 8 - 13
Children’s.................10
Children/Teen...........13
Teen/Adult................14
Family Fun............... 15
General Information
Page 4
Keep Rio Rancho Beautiful
Page 17
Map of Parks & Facilities
Page 3
Senior Services
Pages 18 - 19
Special Events
Page 16
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Program
Age Range
Mom and Me Tumbling
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$
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12 and up
1 1/2 to 2 1/2
Sabana Grande Center
7
2
Sabana Grande Center
10
12 and up
Cabezon Community Center
15
4 to 6
Haynes Community Center
7
Red Cross Babysitting Class
12 and up
Haynes Community Center
14
Rio Rancho Middle School
Tennis
6th to 8th
grade
Cleveland and Rio Rancho
High School
9
Cabezon Community Center
13
Mommy and Me Kidszone
Outdoor Adventures
Pigskin Players
RRPS In-service Days
8 to 12
Scholarship & FASFA Training
14 and up
Star Heights Center
14
Science Saturdays
5th to 8th
grade
Star Heights Center
14
Silver Sneakers
65 and up
Star Heights Center
14
Softball League, Adult
18 and up
Rio Rancho Sports Complex
9
Spanish Dance Class, Youth
7 to 15
Sabana Grande Center
10
Special Events
All ages
Various Locations
16
Swim Lessons
All ages
Rio Rancho Aquatic Center
6
Table Tennis
18 and up
Cabezon Community Center
9
Tai Chi Chih
16 and up
Sabana Grande Center
15
All ages
Sabana Grande Center
15
3 to 5
Sabana Grande Center
11
7
Thimbleeweed Quilters
Tiny Toes
Tiny Tumble Bugs
2 1/2 - 3
Sabana Grande Center
Tumbling for Preschoolers
3 to 5
Sabana Grande Center
7
Tutored by Teachers Club
6th to 12th
grade
Star Heights Center
14
Van Go
12 and up
Cabezon Community Center
15
Yoga for Every Body
16 and up
Sabana Grande Center
14
Youth Basketball
3rd to 6th
grade
Location Varies
8
Youth Kickball
Zumba @ Cabezon
7 to 13
16 and up
Haynes Rosko Field
7
Cabezon Community Center
15
Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Map of Parks & Facilities
Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to accurately depict the mapped area, errors and
omissions may occur. A map is like any other illustration or model and can only be an
approximation. This map is not a survey, nor is it a zone map. It is intended for use as a land use
management and planning tool. Therefore, no guarantee or warranty, expressed or implied, is given
as to the fitness of this data for any other purpose.
Mountain View Park
Vista Grande E.S.
Vista Grande Park
Enchanted Hills Park
Mountain View M.S.
Los Montoyas Park
Cielo Azul E.S.
King Meadows Park
Sandia Vista E.S.
Sports Complex North
Havasu Park
City Hall
Zia Park
V. Sue Cleveland H.S.
Clayton Meadows Park
Cielo Grande Park
Bosque Trail
Colinas del Norte E.S.
North Hills Park
High Range Park
Big Brothers
Big Sisters Park
Canyon Park
Rio Vista Park
Rio Rancho M.S.
Sierra Norte II Park
Trailhead Park
Enchanted Hills E.S.
E. Stapleton E.S.
Shining Stars P.S.
Eagle Ridge M.S.
Loma Colorado Library
Aquatics Center
Olympus Park
Loma Colorado Park
Los Milagros Park
Vista Hills Park
Vista Sandia Park
R.R. Sports Complex
Lincoln M.S.
Cielo Vista Park
Sugar Park
N
Independence H.S.
Rio Rancho H.S.
Veja Baja Park
Star Heights Recreation
and Learning Center
Leon Grande Park
Rio Rancho E.S.
Snead Park
Rainbow Park
Star Heights Park
Veteran's
Monument
Park
Rainbow Pool and
Community Center
Nicklaus Park
Puesta del Sol E.S.
M. Cordova E.S.
Roadrunner Park
R.R. Cyber Academy
Alpine Xeric Park
M.L.K. Jr. E.S.
Cabezon Park
Meadowlark
Senior Center
Ann Park
Chianti Park
Cabezon Pool and
Community Center
A Park Above
Gateway Park
Esther Bone Sabana Grande Recreation and Art Centers
Library
Sabana Heights Park
o
Clearview Park
Haynes Park
Haynes Recreation
Center and Pool
Sources: Esri, DeLorme, HERE, USGS, Intermap, increment P Corp., NRCAN, Esri Japan, METI, Esri
China (Hong Kong), Esri (Thailand), TomTom
o
DISCLAIMER: All information in this
map is provided "as is" without
warranty or any representation of
accuracy,
timeliness
or
completeness. This map is not a
survey and should only be used for
graphical
purposes
only.
Parks
City Facilities
Schools
City Boundary
www.rrnm.gov or 891-5015
©
Map Created by John Martineau 7-20-15
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View the City's interactive Park Finder map online at:
http://65.123.159.55/parksfinder/
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Application for Program Registration
(All information is for Parks & Recreation use only)
Family’s Adult Main Contact: ________________________________________________________ Male/Female
(Please list the person who does the majority of registrations.)
Mission Statement
“To create and maintain spaces and activities that grow a
greater sense of community and enhance the quality of life
for its residents.”
Address: __________________________________________ City: _________________________
Zip: _______________________________________
Home Phone: _______________________Work Phone: ____________________ Cell Phone: ____________________
E-mail Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
Other Adult: ________________________________________Male/Female
Work Phone: __________________
Cell Phone: ____________________
Child’s Name: _______________________________________Male/Female
Date of Birth: __________________
Child’s Name: _______________________________________Male/Female
Date of Birth: __________________
Child’s Name: _______________________________________Male/Female
Date of Birth: __________________
Child’s Name: _______________________________________Male/Female
Date of Birth: __________________
Child’s Name: _______________________________________Male/Female
Date of Birth: __________________
Emergency Name: ________________________________________________ Phone: _________________________
(other than parent/legal guardian or other household member)
Emergency Name: ________________________________________________ Phone: _________________________
(other than parent/legal guardian or other household member)
Adult/Family Doctor: ______________________________________________ Phone: _________________________
Child(ren’s) Doctor: _______________________________________________ Phone: _________________________
Dentist: ________________________________________________________ Phone: _________________________
Hospital Preferred: ________________________________________________________________________________
Allergies/Medical Concerns: _________________________________________________________________________
(Please give the name of the person this concerns.)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
If you have a disability and need special accommodations to participate in any of the department’s programs
for which you have registered, please notify us of that accommodation. Please specify accommodation:
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Please complete and return to: Department of Parks & Recreation
3200 Civic Center Circle NE, Suite 100, Rio Rancho, NM 87144 or Fax to 891-5205
Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Telephone Numbers & Addresses
Parks, Recreation and Community Services .891-5015
Fax ..............................................................891-5205
3200 Civic Center Circle NE
Suite 100
Rio Rancho, 87144
Cabezon Pool ...............................................892-4499
2307 Cabezon Blvd. NE
Cabezon Community Center .......................892-4499
Facility Coordinator - Madeline Torrez
2307 Cabezon Blvd. NE
Haynes Pool .................................................892-8232
2006 Grande Blvd.
Haynes Community Center .........................891-7240
Facility Coordinator - Mark Ortiz
2006 Grande Blvd.
Rainbow Pool ...............................................891-7265
301 Southern Blvd.
Rio Rancho Aquatic Center..........................891-5230
Aquatic Manager - Bianca Baca
745 Loma Colorado Blvd.
Rio Rancho Sports Complex
3501 High Resort Blvd.
Sabana Grande Center..................................891-7255
Facility Coordinator - Lori Leeds
4110 Sabana Grande Ave.
Star Heights Recreation Center ....................891-7230
Facility Coordinator - Krista Peralta
800 Polaris Blvd.
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City of Rio Rancho Departments/Divisions
Administration (Mayor & City Manager).....891-5002
Animal Control ............................................891-5075
City Clerk ....................................................891-5004
City Hall ......................................................891-5000
City Hall - (TTY) ........................................891-1365
Convention & Visitors Bureau .....................891-7258
Development Services ..................................891-5005
Esther Bone Memorial Branch Library .........891-5012
Financial Services .........................................891-5010
Fire Department...........................................891-5840
Human Resources ........................................891-5011
Loma Colorado Main Library ......................891-5013
Motor Vehicle Division Office ......................891-5014
Municipal Court ..........................................891-5980
Police Department .......................................891-5900
Public Works ................................................891-5016
Rio Metro ....................................................994-1608
Rio Metro - (TTY) .......................................891-7257
Senior Services..............................................891-5018
Utilities Division ..........................................891-5020
Community Information
Admiral Soccer League .................................379-2936
Boy Scouts of America..................................345-8603
Boys & Girls Club........................................892-3191
Chamber of Commerce ................................892-1533
Cibola Little League .....................................892-6291
Congressman Ben R. Lujan’s Rio Rancho Office .........
994-0499
Girl Scouts of Chaparral Council .................343-1040
Men’s Senior Baseball League .. 839-4139 or 907-2866
Rio Rancho Public Schools...........................896-0667
Rio Rancho Soccer League ...........................896-2710
www.rioranchosoccer.com
Special Olympics ..........................................892-8744
Sunset Little League .....................................720-7346
YAFL (Young America Football League).......881-1984
www.nmyafl.com
For more information on upcoming events please visit
www.santaanastarcenter.com
How to Watch a Good Program Die
Nothing kills a recreation program faster than residents
who wait until the last minute to register. There is a point
when a program must be cancelled or modified if there is
insufficient registration. All programs require a high level
of coordination often including facility scheduling, staffing,
volunteer recruitment and purchasing of supplies.
Photo Policy
Participants permit the taking of
photos and videos of themselves and
their children during Parks, Recreation
and Community Services Department
activities, programs, and special
events for publication and use as the
department deems necessary.
Volunteers
Many of our programs depend on volunteer help. If you
wish to put your expertise to use in a program or would
like to find out what volunteer opportunities are available,
please call us at 891-5015.
Sponsorship
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Department has many opportunities for sponsorships. We
offer only first-class, quality programs and special events. If
you are interested in how we can help you reach your
customers and promote your business, contact Connie
Peterson at 891-5015.
Governing Body of Rio Rancho
Greggory D. Hull, Mayor
Councilor Chuck Wilkins
District One
Councilor Dawnn Robinson
District Two
Councilor Cheryl Everett
District Three
Councilor Mark Scott
District Four
Councilor Shelby Smith
District Five
Councilor Lonnie Clayton
District Six
Parks & Recreation Commission
Commissioner Jeffrey Riggs - District One
Commissioner Warren Rathjen - District Two
Commissioner Randell McNicholas - District Three
Commissioner Thomas Golder - District Four
Commissioner Patricia French Barger - District Five
Commissioner James Cleveland - District Six
Commissioner Derek Irion - Commissioner At Large
Regular Parks & Recreation Commission meetings are on the
third Monday of each month in the City Hall Council Chambers
at 6:00 pm. The meetings are televised on Cable One Rio Vision
(channel 15) and available online at www.rrnm.gov. The public is
encouraged to attend.
Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Rio Rancho Parks & Recreation
Message from the Director:
Welcome to the Rio Rancho Parks Recreation and
Community Services Department Fall brochure.
My name is Jay Hart and I am the Director for
the Department.
Our job is to provide recreational
opportunities for the community by offering
enrichment classes, youth sports, fitness
programs, aquatics, special events, green parks,
and a lot of open space. We have partnerships
with youth sports organizations, the Rio Rancho
School District, Silver Sneakers program, the Rio
Rancho Library, various charitable organizations,
and local Rio Rancho businesses to increase our
reach in the community.
If you are interested in volunteer opportunities
please contact our Department at 505-891-5015,
or email us at jhart@rrnm.gov.
We offer recreation opportunities for all age
groups from pre-school to older adults. Please
take advantage of the programs we offer, the
events we host, and the parks and the open space.
Thanks for browsing our brochure and I look
forward to seeing you in the community!
Sincerely,
Jay Hart, Director
Aquatics
Rio Rancho Aquatic Center
Holiday Closures
745 Loma Colorado Blvd. • Rio Rancho, NM 87124 • 891-5230
Monday, September 7
Monday, October 12
Tuesday, November 11
Thursday November 26
Friday, November 27
Thursday, December 24
Friday, December 25
Friday, January 1
RRAC Hours
(Thru May 30, 2016)
Friday
3:00 to 7:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday
12:00 noon to 6:00 pm
Monday to Thursday
6:00 am to 11:00 am
2:00 to 8:00 pm
Friday
6:00 am to 11:00 am
2:00 to 7:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday
12:00 noon to 6:00 pm
Senior Hour
Monday to Friday
10:00 to 11:00 am
Diving Boards
Saturday & Sunday
12:00 noon to 6:00 pm
Lap Swim
*Adults only please.
*Number of available lanes
varies throughout the day.
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•
•
The Aquatic Center will not be
open to the public until 2:00 pm
on Saturday, September 12 due to
the Patriot Triathlon.
The Aquatic Center will be closed
October 17 and 18 due to a USA
swim meet.
The Aquatic Center will not be
open to the public until 2:00 pm
on Sunday October 25 due to
“Boxtoberfest”.
Rio Rancho Aquatic Center
Winter Break Hours
Subject to change
Recreation Swim
For everyone
Special Announcements
December 21 to December 31
Monday to Thursday
Noon to 5:00 pm
Friday
Noon to 7:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday
Noon to 6:00 pm
Admission Fees
Children - $3
Teens - $4
Adult - $4
Seniors - $3
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*Must demonstrate the ability
to swim one length of the pool
The Aquatic Center will be closed the first Monday of every month until 2:00 pm for
pool maintenance.
Home School Swim Team
This is a great opportunity to get some exercise and meet some new friends. This is a noncompetitive team where you will learn the four proper swim strokes. Participants must be
able to complete one length of the pool as a prerequisite for the class and will be grouped
by ability. There will be an inter-squad swim meet at the conclusion of the class on
October 23 and December 11.
Registration Deadline: On-going
• Session 1 - September 14 to October 23
Session 2 - November 2 to December 11
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Monday, Wednesday and Friday
2:00 to 3:00 pm
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Tuesday and Thursday
10:00 to 11:00 am
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Rio Rancho Aquatic Center
Min: 10 Max: 20
$15 - once a week
$30 - twice a week
$45 - three days a week
$60 - four days a week
Ages 7 to 15
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Patriot Triathlon
Join us for the annual Patriot Triathlon. The event includes a 400-yard
seeded swim, a 15-mile bike ride, and a 3.1-mile run in that order. Proceeds
from the event will benefit the City of Rio Rancho Fire & Rescue and Police
departments. This is a USA Triathlon sanctioned event. More information
available at www.fitfundamentals.com.
Registration Deadline: September 8 (11:59 PM)
• September 12
• Saturday
• 8:00 am Seeded Start
• Rio Rancho Aquatic Center
• Max: 400
• $55 Adult Fee
$75 Adult Fee (after August 12)
$40 Junior Fee (under 18) & Hero’s Division*
$50 Junior Fee & Hero’s Division (after August 12)
$130 Adult Team Fee
$160 (after August 12)
$75 Junior Team, all team members must be Juniors. (under 18)
$90 Hero’s Team Fee, all team members must be Hero.
$100 Junior Fee (after August 12)
$130 Hero Fee (after August 12)
$15 kids race (ages 5 to 15), $20 after August 12, $25 after September 8
• All ages
*Hero means those who are police, firefighter, EMS or military personnel.
**All participants must be USAT members or pay a $12 (Juniors - $10) USAT one-day
fee. For details and information on how to register visit www.fitfundamentals.com
www.rrnm.gov or 891-5015
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Aquatics
Session 1
Time
Session 2
9/19 - 10/24** 11/7 - 12/12**
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Session 6
Session 7
1/9 - 2/13**
9/14 - 10/5
9/15 - 10/6
10/19 - 11/9
10/20 - 11/10
M&W
T&Th
M&W
T&Th
Saturday
only
Saturday
only
Saturday
only
8:30 am
4,6,8,9
4,6,7,9
3,4,8,9
9:20 am
3,5,7,9
2,5,8,9
2,4,7,9
10:10 am
1,2,3,5
1,5,6,7
1,5,6,8
11:00 am
2,4,7,8
2,3,4,8
2,4,6,7
Session 8
Session 9
11/16 - 12/9** 11/17 - 12/10**
M&W
T&Th
Session 10
Session 11
1/11 - 2/3**
1/12 - 2/2
M&W
T&Th
**No classes due to special events and closures on 10/17, 11/25,
11/26, 11/28, 1/18/16 and 2/6/16.**
4:50 pm
3,4,5,7
2,4,5,6
3,4,5,7
2,4,5,6
3,4,5,7
2,4,5,6
3,4,5,7
2,4,5,6
5:35 pm
2,3,4,5
1,3,5,7
2,3,4,5
1,3,5,7
2,3,4,5
1,3,5,7
2,3,4,5
1,3,5,7
6:15 pm
1,3,5,6
2,3,4,8
1,3,5,6
2,3,4,8
1,3,5,6
2,3,4,8
1,3,5,6
2,3,4,8
About the Learn to Swim
Program Registration
Swim lesson registration will be ongoing at
the Parks & Recreation Office in City Hall
and the Rio Rancho Aquatic Center.
During the Week Session .............$42
Saturday Only ..............................$30
Please read the following descriptions to
determine what class best fits your child’s
abilities. Staff will make any necessary
adjustments during the classes to ensure
your child has the best experience.
*Participants must fall in the age range and
have successfully completed each previous
level to advance to next class.
1. Parent & Tot (Ages 6 months -3 years)
Parent must accompany child in the
water. Goals include water adjustment,
getting in/out, doggie paddle, and
safety skills. Max: 10
4. Sea Horses (Beginner - Ages 4 to 7)
Students learn beginning techniques
of front crawl stroke, how to use a kick
board, jumping in, safety skills, and
rules. Max: 6
2. Tadpoles (Preschool - Ages 3 to 5)
Students learn basic water skills,
water acclimation, submerging, breath
control, and safety skills/rules on their
own. Max: 6
5. Sunfish (Beginner Intermediate - Ages
5 to 9) Students work on front crawl
stroke emphasizing kicking, breathing,
and arm stroke technique. Safety skills,
recovery after falling in deep water and
water safety tips. Max: 6
3. Sea Shells (Early beginners - Ages 4
to 7) Students learn basic water skills,
floating, submerging, breath holding,
safety skills, and rules. Max: 6
6. Sting Rays (Intermediate - Ages 6 to
10) Students review and improve on
front crawl and learn backstroke.
Introduced to deeper water, safety
skills, and rules. Max: 6
If you feel your child needs an individual evaluation to advance to the next level, please
contact Marcella Cano by e-mail at mcano@rrnm.gov or at 891-5231.
7. Barracudas (Advanced Intermediate - Ages 7 to 12) Students review
backstroke and front crawl skills. Large
emphasis on safety, how to start dive,
and by the end of class the ability
should be achieved to swim 25 yards of
front crawl. Max: 8
8. Dolphins (Pre-Swim Team - Ages 8
and up) Students review strokes, learn
rescue backstroke, breaststroke, and
underwater swimming. Max: 8
9. The Adult Class is designed for adults
who want to learn to swim for the
first time and would like to learn basic
swimming techniques. The class will
be tailored for each individual and is
right for any adult who has the desire
to learn, even those who may have a
fear of the water. Safety skills are also
included. Max: 6
Indoor Cycling
Whether you’re an experienced outdoor cyclist or your feet haven’t touched the pedals
since you were a kid, indoor group cycling has something for you. Cycling provides
you with a fantastic cardiovascular workout, which is the key to a healthy body and
strong heart. Padded cycling shorts and heart rate monitors are recommended but
not required. All fitness levels are welcome.
*All classes are subject to change. Please visit www.rrnm.gov to view the most up to date
schedule of classes.
Aquacise Class Times
Class Descriptions
Monday
9:00 to 10:00 am - Aqua Circuit
7:00 to 8:00 pm - Aqua Fitness
Aqua Fitness: Low-impact, high/low intensity, upright, shallow water workout set
to music held in the recreation pool.
Tuesday
9:00 to 10:00 am - Aqua Therapy
10:00 to 11:00 am - Aqua Zumba
Aqua Therapy: Low-impact, low-intensity
workout that emphasizes range of motion,
strength training, and stretching held in
either the recreation or exit pool.
Wednesday
9:00 to 10:00 am - Aqua Fitness
10:00 to 11:00 am - Aqua Circuit
Thursday
9:00 to 10:00 am - Aqua Therapy
10:00 to 11:00 am - Aqua Zumba
7:00 to 8:00 pm - Aqua Fitness
Friday
9:00 to 10:00 am - Aqua Fitness/Deep
Water Combo
10:00 to 11:00 am - Aqua Circuit
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Aqua Zumba: Known as the Zumba®
“pool party,” the Aqua Zumba program
gives new meaning to the idea of an invigorating workout. Splashing, stretching,
twisting, even shouting, laughing, hooting,
and hollering are often heard during an
Aqua Zumba class. Integrating the Zumba
formula and philosophy with traditional
aqua fitness disciplines, the Aqua Zumba
class blends it all together into a safe, challenging, and water-based workout that’s
cardio-conditioning, body-toning, and
most of all, exhilarating beyond belief.
Aqua Circuit: Tone and sculpt your body
with no impact to your joints. This water
aerobics workout is a blend of cardio and
resistance training, and may incorporate
resistance tools such as buoyant water
weights, resistance bands, and noodles.
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6:00 PM: Tuesday and Thursday
9:00 AM: Saturday
Fitness Class Information
Min: 5
Max: 15
• $30 per month - unlimited land
and water classes
• $5 - Drop-in Fee
• Ages 15 and up
• First come first served
• Pool passes and pricing apply to
water classes only
Circuit City
This class is the perfect combination of heart-pumping cardio and intense resistance
training. You’ll hit every muscle group as you burn calories zipping through stations of
different fitness equipment that may include TRX suspension ropes, kettle bells, medicine
balls, jump ropes, and weights. This class is ideal for both men and women of all fitness
levels who want total body results in a limited amount of time.
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classes December 21
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Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Youth Athletics
Mom and Me Tumbling
Pigskin Players
Little Kickers
Children will experience a variety of activities with their
parents. Parents are to come dressed to roll around on the
mats. Child needs to be mobile, but does not have to be
walking.
Pigskin Players is designed to introduce younger children
to the basic fundamentals of football. The class is for kids
who are not ready to commit to an organization or team,
but are looking to have fun while developing basic skills and
athletic ability.
This class is for little ones who are interested in the sport
of soccer, but are not quite ready for a commitment to an
organized team or league. Each week, children will focus
on different skills and drills. Skill development and fun is
our goal. The session will end with an organized scrimmage
among the players.
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - September 4
Session 2 - October 16
Registration Deadline: September 4
Registration Deadline: September 4
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Session 2 - October 23 to December 4
(No class November 27)
Friday
9:00 to 9:45 am
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 8
Max: 12
$40
Ages 1½ to 2½
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Tuesday
5:00 to 5:45 pm
Haynes Park Rosko Field
Min: 8
Max: 12
$40
Ages 4 to 6
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Wednesday
5:00 to 5:45 pm
Haynes Park
Min: 8
Max: 14
$40 per session
Ages 4 to 6
Little Chippers
This class is designed to introduce children to the game
of golf at their level. The class will focus on grip, stance,
swing, and game play. All equipment will be provided.
Registration Deadline: September 4
Tiny Tumble Bugs
In this four-week class, children will experience a variety of
activities with their parents. Parents are to come dressed to
roll around on the mats.
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - September 4
Session 2 - October 16
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Session 2 - October 23 to December 4
(No class November 27)
Friday
10:00 to 10:45 am
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 8
Max: 12
$40
Ages 2½ to 3
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(No class October 8)
Thursday
5:00 to 5:45 pm
Haynes Park Rosko Field
Min: 8
Max: 15
$40
Ages 4 to 7
Athletes In Action
Don't be tied down to one sport. Try them all. Each week
we do a different sport and learn a new skill.
Registration Deadline: September 4
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Monday
5:00 to 5:45 pm
Haynes Rosko Field
Min: 10 Max: 20
$40
Ages 7 to 13
Youth Kickball
Both girls and boys can play in this kickball league. Come
and enjoy a great game and make new friends. Each week
the children will play on a different team.
Registration Deadline: September 4
Tumbling for Preschoolers
Children will be introduced to fundamental tumbling skills.
Balance, coordination, and flexibility will be taught as well.
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Monday
6:00 to 6:45 pm
Haynes Rosko Field
Min: 10 Max: 20
$40 per session
Ages 7 to 13
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - September 4
Session 2 - October 16
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Session 2 - October 23 to December 4
(No class November 27)
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Class 1 - 11:00 am to 11:45 am
Class 2 - 12:00 noon to 12:45 pm
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 8
Max: 12
$40
Ages 3 to 5
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As part of the physical education classes, students will
do calisthenics, be introduced to traditional sports and
cooperative games, and will have time for socialization with
other home-schooled children.
This program is designed to give your child an introduction
to the sport of tennis. They will learn basic tennis skills.
Registration Deadline: Sept. 1
Registration Deadline: September 4
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Little Rackets
September 8 to November 5
Tuesday and Thursday
Class 1 - 12:00 to 12:50 pm
Class 2 - 1:00 to 1:50 pm
Haynes Community Center
Min: 8
Max: 30
$50
Ages 6 to 15
September 7 to October 7
6:00 to 6:45 pm
Wednesday
Haynes Park, Rosko Field
Min: 8
Max: 14
$40 per class
Ages 7 to 13
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Youth Athletics
Beginning Gymnastics
Rio Rancho Youth Basketball Recreational/Competitive League
Participants will be introduced to basic skills in gymnastics, will increase their
flexibility, and build self-confidence.
This league is designed to allow boys and girls in 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grades the opportunity to compete against teams from other Rio Rancho schools in the same grade
level. Starting in November, each Rio Rancho elementary school will have one or more
co-ed teams, each consisting of 3rd and 4th graders. Rio Rancho middle schools will
suit up two or more teams of 6th graders. There will be a boys team and a girls team.
Students attending private school, home school, or those that live outside the Rio
Rancho Public School District will be placed on the team at the school they would be
attending. All players will be accepted through the registration deadline. No need to
stand in a registration line for hours in advance! The method of placing players on a
team will be random but with consideration on a case-by-case basis if there is a special
circumstance. While we want your kids to have fun and play alongside their friends,
allowing parents or coaches to pick teams poses challenges. The City needs to do its
best to avoid the appearance of “team stacking”.
Registration Deadline: September 2
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Wednesday
Class 1 - 2:30 to 3:15 pm
Class 2 - 3:30 to 4:15 pm
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 6
Max: 12
$45
Ages 6 to 13
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Participants must have previous experience in gymnastics and be able to do a backward
roll, cartwheel, and prep for round-offs to register for this class. This class will focus on
more advanced gymnastic skills.
Registration Deadline: September 2
• September 9 to October 28
• Wednesday
• 4:30 to 5:15 pm
• Sabana Grande Recreation Center
• Min: 6
Max: 12
• $45
• Ages 8 to 13
Youth Group Golf Lessons
Whether you are a beginner or a veteran player, you’re sure to improve your game.
You will learn all the basics and utilize the variety of clubs to become an overall better
player.
Registration Deadline: September 4
• September 9 to October 7
• Wednesday
• 4:00 to 5:00 pm
• Club Rio Rancho
• Min: 5
Max: 15
• $56
• Ages 8 to 12
Practices begin the week of October 12
Games begin November 1
Games will be on Saturday on a rotating schedule from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
Locations to be determined
Min: 5 Max: 10
$115 -- includes uniform
Grades 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Registration Requirements:
• Completed registration form
• Proof of school attending
• Copy of birth certificate if home-schooled
• Jersey size: youth or adult
• Immediate family only
League Registration Dates:
Pre-registration packets will be available Monday,
ay August 10
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Registration Deadline: October 3, 2015.
Monday, September 14 at Haynes Center from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Colinas Del Norte Elementary School
• Cielo Azul Elementary School
• Vista Grande Elementary School
• Sandia Vista Elementary School
• Enchanted Hills Elementary School
• Mountain View Middle School
• Rio Rancho Middle School
Monday, September 21 at Haynes Center from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Ernest Stapleton Elementary School
• Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School
• Maggie Cordova Elementary School
• Puesta Del Sol Elementary School
• Rio Rancho Elementary School
• Lincoln Middle School
• Eagle Ridge Middle School
Volunteer Youth Basketball Coaches needed! Background checks are required and are
processed by the City of Rio Rancho. Apply online under “volunteer forms” at
www.rrnm.gov. Mandatory coach meeting on October 10. For more information call
Ray at 450-8513 or e-mail rkantowski@rrnm.gov.
Fencing
Learning a new sport is great for your health and mind. Come learn fencing taught by
a certified fencing instructor.
Registration Deadline:
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Session 2 - November 2
Session 1 - September 14 to October 26
(No class October 12)
Session 2 - November 9 to December 14
Monday
Class 1 - 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Class 2 - 7:15 to 8:15 pm
Haynes Park
Min: 8
Max: 12
$50
Ages 8 to 12
After-School Archery Program (ASAP) - Beginner
The After-School Archery Program beginner class is for those who have never had
archery training or taken any of the previous archery classes. You do not need to have
your own equipment, but if you do, bring it. All those who sign up are representing
their respective schools. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for all youth to have a
chance to wear school pride! If you need further information, please call Jennifer at
463-6051.
Registration Deadline: September 14
• September 21 to November 16
• Monday
• 4:30 to 5:30 pm
• Eagle Ridge Middle School
• Min: 5
Max: 20
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Beginner Archery
This is a beginner course for those who would like to explore the world of archery.
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - September 14
Session 2 - November 2
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Session 2: November 9 to December 10
Thursday
C1ass 1: 4:30 to 5:30 pm
C1ass 2: 5:45 to 6:45 pm
Enchanted Hills Elementary School
Min: 5
Max: 15
$50
Ages 7 to 16
After-School Archery Program (ASAP) - Intermediate
The After-School Archery Program intermediate class provides more competitive
activities with weekly matches. Must have taken Beginner Archery or Beginner ASAP
as well as be approved by Coach Suzanne or Coach Jennifer to move up. Equipment is
provided for those who do not have their own. If you need further information, please
call Jennifer at 463-6051.
Registration Deadline: September 14
• September 21 to November 16
• Monday
• 5:30 to 6:30 pm
• Eagle Ridge Middle School
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• Grades 3rd to 12th
Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Youth / Adult Athletics
Adult Softball Fall League
Open Recreation Table Tennis
It’s that time again. Don’t be the team that gets left out. Rio Rancho provides umpires
for all games. Schedules are subject to change. Online team standings and schedules at
www.rrnm.gov. Call Ashley at 220-1434 for more information.
This is a free open recreation table tennis program for adults. Table tennis is a great way to
get moving and have fun! All skill levels welcome.
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Season starts Monday August 17
(8 game season + post)
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Max: 8 teams per league
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Max: 16 teams
Registration Deadline: August 30
Season starts Sunday September 4th
(8 game season + post)
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Max: 16 teams
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Max: 10 teams
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Sunday - Coed - 2:30 to 6:30 pm
Max: 16 teams
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Max: 16 teams
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$480 per team (plus $20 USSSA Sanction fee)
Ages 18 and up
Rio Rancho Sports Complex
Ongoing October 5 thru December 17
No program on October 8, October 30, November 23 thru 26, or
December 7 thru December 11.
Monday thru Thursday
3:00 to 5:00 pm
Cabezon Community Center
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Adult Flag Football Under the Lights
Come and enjoy a season of flag football under the lights at the Rio Rancho Sports
Complex. Rio Rancho provides a three-referee system and all game equipment.
Schedules are subject to change. Online team standings and schedules at www.rrnm.
gov. Call Jason at 615-1827 for more information.
Registration Deadline: September 3
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Tuesday & Thursday
Games start: 7:00 pm
Rio Rancho Sports Complex
$500 per team ($20 USSSA sanction fee)
Ages 18 and up
Adult Group Golf Lessons
Whether you are a beginner or a veteran player, you’re sure to improve your game. You will
learn all the basics and utilize the variety of clubs to become an overall better player. Join
the Golf Pro at Club Rio Rancho.
Registration Deadline: September 1
• September 9 to October 7
• Wednesday
• 5:15 to 6:15 pm
• Club Rio Rancho
• $56
• Ages 13 and up
Bicycling 101 Safety Course
This class gives cyclists the confidence they need to ride safely and legally in traffic or
on a trail. The course covers bicycle safety checks, fixing a flat, on-bike skills and crash
avoidance techniques. This fast-paced, eight-hour course prepares cyclists for a full understanding of vehicular cycling. A student manual is provided. This is a 2-day course,
participants are required to attend both days.
Registration Deadline: September 29
Free Agent List for Adult Sports
Looking to play adult sports, but don’t have a team? Register now by sending an e-mail
to Jennifer Harvey, jharvey@rrnm.gov, with your name, phone number, and e-mail.
Include experience and which sport/league/day you would like to be placed on so you
can become a free agent.
Your contact information will be provided to managers wishing to add players and to a
list of free agents that you may contact to try and form your own team. This list will be
available on the City’s website, www.rrnm.gov, under Adult Sports.
There is no cost to join and fees will be negotiated with the individual teams if picked
up. Free agent lists are cleared at the start of a new year.
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Sunday
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
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Min: 5
Max: 10
$20
Ages 14 and up
Rio Rancho Middle School Tennis
Represent your school by playing this dynamic sport. Practice is on Tuesdays and
games are Thursdays. Parent meeting TBA. Fees include a T-shirt. Please call Mark
Ortiz for more information at 505-891-7810.
Registration Deadline: September 3
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Tuesday and Thursday
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Grades 6th, 7th and 8th
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Min: 2
Max: 50
$40 per session
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Children’s Programs
Kids’ Friday Fun Night
Mommy and Me Kidszone for 2 Year Olds
Kids are invited to join the Parks and Rec staff for a night of games, friends, and
good eats! We’ll be playing some of our favorite board games, puzzles and more
throughout each evening. Additionally, we will be serving up a dinner classic to pair
with one of our Friday night actvity choices. Please feel free to provide your kids with
other snacks to enjoy throughout the evening. If minimum registration numbers
aren’t reached, individual sessions will be canceled.
Parent participation is mandatory for this new Mommy and Me Kidszone class
where your child will be able to interact with other children their age with mom or
dad close by. They will work on motor skills, do lots of arts and crafts, and participate
in cooperative play.
At time of registration, please notify staff of any food allergies. There will be a late
pickup fee of $10 per child every 5 minutes after 8:00 pm.
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Session 2 - October 23 - Science & Subs
Session 3 - November 20 – Board Games & Burgers
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$15 – second child
Minimum: 4 Maximum: 12
Cabezon Community Center
Ages: 8 to 12 (no exceptions)
tions)
Drop off time: 5:00 pm
Pickup time: 8:00 pm
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
September 4 to October 23
Friday
10:00 to 11:30 am
Sabana Grande Butterflky Room
Min: 8 Max: 15
$22 per month, per child
Age 2
Youth Spanish Dance Class
Have your child learn beautiful New Mexican culture through dance. Your child will
experience the many popular Spanish dances in our state. It is also a very healthy
and fun way for your child to exercise. Both boys and girls are welcome to
participate. The dress code for boys is hard bottom shoes and dark colored pants. The
materials and dress code for girls is as follows: hard bottom shoes, leotard (pink or
black), bandana, free-flowing skirt, and water bottle.
Registration Deadline: September 4
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Friday
5:30 to 7:00 pm
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 8
Max: 18
$55
Ages 7 to 15
Dance Recital: Sunday, November 1, 2:00 pm at Sabana Grande Center
Art Academy for Kids
Art Academy consists of a series of multimedia art classes for children. Participants
will create drawings, paintings, collages, and sculptures while incorporating famous
artists and techniques. Fee includes all materials.
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - September 4
Session 2 - October 2
Session 3 - October 30
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Session 2 - October 9 to Oct. 23
Session 3 - November 6 to Nov. 20
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4:30 to 6:00 pm
Sabana Grande Art Center
Min: 4
Max: 10
$26 per session
Ages 9 to 12
Fantasy Fun
Join us for a magical adventure to a land of make believe. Your little one will have
an afternoon of pampering and fun. Activities will include a tea party, dancing, and
playing dress up. A snack is provided. Come dressed as your favorite princess or
fairy. We will have princess costumes to loan if needed.
Registration Deadline: October 9
Kids in the Kitchen
In this class participants will learn to prepare light lunches and snacks which will be
fun and creative.
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - September 4
Session 2 - October 9
Session 3 - November
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Session 2 - October 17 to Nov. 7
Session 3 - November 14 to Dec. 12
(No class November 28)
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9:00 to 10:00 am
Sabana Grande Art Center
Min: 4
Max: 8
$26 per session (including supplies)
Ages 8 to 12
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2:00 to 3:30 pm
Sabana Grande Recreation Center
Min: 10 children
Max: 20 children
Min: 10 adults
Max: 20 adults
$15 per child and adult
$3 each additional child
Ages 3 to 9
Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Children’s Programs
Kidszone
Join Kidszone and have the peace of mind that your child will have fun as he/she develops socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Kidszone is a preschool located
in the heart of Rio Rancho providing your child the tools to become self-assured and
confident. In our loving and exciting atmosphere, our passionate teachers give your
child endless opportunities to grow, learn, and imagine while making felt puppets,
using props and costumes to role-play, and singing songs about days of the week.
Our Kidszone Program is specifically designed to meet the learning needs of 3-to
5-year old children. Our goal is to introduce activities and experiences that will ensure
your child will make a successful transition to kindergarten.
Kidszone’s curriculum focuses on language and literacy, cognitive development, socialemotional skills, physical activity, and creativity. Sabana Grande Center features two
learning classrooms. These classrooms feature several learning centers equipped with
inviting and developmentally appropriate materials.
Our Kidszone teachers customize their curriculum to include several learning activities.
Activities are designed to teach language and communication, cognitive skills, creativity, gross- and fine-motor skills, and personal and social skills.
Tiny Toes for Beginners
Intermediate Tiny Toes
This class will explore a combination of
basic ballet, tap, and coordination skills.
A recital will end the session. Solid color
leotard, ballet, and tap shoes are required.
Journey into an intermediate dance plan,
practicing ballet and tap on the next level.
Solid color leotard, ballet, and tap shoes
are required.
Registration Deadline: September 4
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Saturday
Class 1 - 9:00 to 9:45 am
Class 2 - 10:00 to 10:45 am
Class 3 - 11:00 to 11:45 am
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 8
Max: 12
$45
Ages 3 to 5
September 12 to November 14
Saturday
12:00 pm to 12:45 pm
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 8
Max: 12
$45
Ages 4 to 5
Dance recital is Sunday, November 15, 2:00 pm at Sabana Grande Center. Admission is
$2.00 adults, $1 children ages 5 to 12, 4 and under are free.
Why should you check us out?
• Wide range of activities and themed curriculum!
• Excellent teacher to child ratios!
• Well trained and highly qualified staff
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• Competitive tuition rates!
Little Rembrandts Arts & Crafts for Preschoolers
We are also offering a class for
those children entering
Kindergarten next fall.
This class will be on Monday
and Wednesday from
12:30 to 3:30 pm in the
Ladybug Room.
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• September 9 to December 16, September 10 to December 17
(No class on October 12, 13 & November 11, 12, 25 and 26)
• Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday
• 9:00 am to 12:00 noon or 12:30 to 3:30 pm
• Sabana Grande Center
Butterfly or Ladybug Rooms
• Min: 8
Max: 16
• $65 per month, per child
• Ages 3 to 5
www.rrnm.gov or 891-5015
Does your child love to do arts and crafts? Here is an opportunity for your preschooler to
express himself or herself through creativity.
Registration Deadline: Session 1 and 4 - September 4
Session 2 and 5 - October 2
Session 3 and 6 - October 30
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Session 2 - October 9 to October 23
Session 3 - November 6 to November 20
Friday
9:00 to 10:00 am
Sabana Grande Art Center
Min: 4
Max: 10
$24
Ages 3 to 5
Session 4 - September 12 to September 26
Session 5 - October 10 to October 24
Session 6 - November 7 to November 21
Saturday
9:00 to 10:00 am
Sabana Grande Art Center
Min: 4
Max: 10
$24
Ages 5 to 8
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Children Programs
Beginning Cheer
Beginning Ballet
Want to learn how to be a cheerleader? Come and learn the basic technique and movement of cheer. Have fun and learn sideline cheers, chants, and jumps. Requirements:
tennis shoes, sweats/shorts, and a water bottle.
Learn the technique and movement of beginning ballet. The class will cover basic
terminology, positions, and the demonstration and execution of dance combinations.
Solid color leotard and ballet shoes are required.
Registration Deadline: September 8
Registration Deadline: September 9
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Tuesday
5:00 to 6:30 pm
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 6
Max: 16
$55
Ages 6 to 13
September 16 to November 4
Wednesday
5:30 to 6:15 pm
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 8
Max: 15
$36
Ages 6 to 11
Dance Recital: Sunday, November 15, 2:00 pm at Sabana Grande Center. Admission
is $2.00 adults, $1 children ages 5 to 12, 4 and under are free.
Intermediate Ballet
Learn the technique and movement of intermediate ballet. The class will cover more
advanced terminology, positions, and the demonstration and execution of dance
combinations. Solid color leotard and ballet shoes are required.
Registration Deadline: September 17
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Little Guitarists
This class is similar to our Group Guitar for Kids Class, but is designed to appeal to
your littlest ones. This class will teach youngsters how to develop basic techniques,
chord accompaniment, and note reading of classical, folk, and popular music.
Dance Recital: Sunday, November 15, 2:00 pm at Sabana Grande Center. Admission
is $2.00 adults, $1 children ages 5 to 12, 4 and under are free.
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - September 2
Session 2 - October 14
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Session 2 - October 21 to December 9
(No class November 11 & 25)
Wednesday
5:00 to 5:45 pm
Sabana Grande Art Center
Min: 5
Max: 8
$50
Ages 7 to 9
Supplies needed: Acoustic guitar only, no amps
September 24 to November 12
Thursday
5:30 to 6:15 pm
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 8
Max: 15
$36
Ages 6 to 11
Card Making
Learn to create cards for everyday, upcoming holidays, and other special occasions. This
class will teach card making techniques including embossing and die-cutting. Supplies
included.
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - September 9
Session 2 - September 30
Session 3 – October 21
Session 4 –November 25
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Session 2 - October 7 to October 21
Session 3 – October 28 to November 18
(no class November 11)
Session 4 – December 2 to December 16
Wednesday
6:00 to 7:30 pm
Sabana Grande Butterfly Room
Min: 6 Max: 10
$23
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Kids Night Out
Do your kids need a break? Do they need some time to relax and just have fun? If
so, one Friday a month they can come and enjoy a kids only night out. Children will
participate in an evening field trip full of fun and laughs! If minimum registration
numbers aren’t reached, individual sessions will be canceled. No food provided. There
will be a $10 late pickup fee for each child every 5 minutes after 9:00 pm.
Registration Deadline: The registration deadline date for each field trip
will the preceding Friday. No drop-ins accepted.
Fun With Food For Every Holiday
Learn how to make creative holiday themed desserts. In every class, participants will
learn a different dessert to make for the holiday of the month. Registration deadline is
one week before class starts.
Classes:
• September 3 – Labor Day Desserts
• October 15 – Halloween Desserts
• November 5 - Thanksgiving Desserts
• December 10 - Christmas/Hanukah Desserts
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Trip 2 - October 16, Gravity Park
Trip 3 - November 13, Ten Pins
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Cabezon Community Center
Min: 4
Max: 12
$25 for 1st child,
$15 for 2nd child
Ages 8 to 12 (no exceptions)
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5:30- 7:00 pm
$10 per class (includes ingredients)
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 4
Max: 10
Ages 13 to 18
Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Children/Teen Programs
Beginning Team Dance!
Group Guitar Lessons For Kids
A great introduction to the fun world of dance team competition! This course will
teach the fundamentals of lyrical Jazz dance and the foundation to all Jazz-based
dancing (such as contemporary and hip-hop). We’ll also introduce basic team
formations and choreography. Students will learn a complete beginning-level team
dance routine for practice. Both boys and girls invited and welcome. This will be an
excellent, inexpensive start to your child’s dance activity and the origins of the future
Rio Rancho dance teams!
There’s no time like the present to learn the basics of playing the guitar. This class will
help particpants develop basic techniques, chord accompaniment, and note reading on
classical, folk, and popular music.
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - September 2
Session 2 - October 14
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October 14
Session 2 - October 21 to
December 9
(No class November 11 & 25)
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6:00 to 6:50 pm
Sabana Grande Art Center
Min: 5
Max: 8
$55
Ages 10 to 14
Supplies needed: Acoustic guitar only, no amps
Registration Deadline: September 8
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Monday
6:30 to 7:30 pm
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 8
Max: 15
$36
Ages 9 to 14
Dance Recital:
Sunday, November 15, 2:00 pm at Sabana Grande Center. Admission is $2.00 adults,
$1 children ages 5 to 12, 4 and under are free.
Dynamic Dance
Hip-Hop Till You Drop
Get ready because we have some great hip-hop dance moves for you! Learn all of the most
popular hip-hop dance moves and be able to bring them to parties, dances, and clubs in no
time. This class includes warm-up at the beginning of each class, routines, and a freestyle
circle at the end of each class.
Registration Deadline: September 9
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September 16 to November 4
Wednesday
6:30 to 7:15 pm
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 8
Max: 12
$36
Ages 10 to 16
Using dance games to inspire imagination and invent movement, this class is about having
fun while creating dance pieces. No dance technique is necessary. Both boys and girls are
welcome to join. Wear loose-fitting clothing, be prepared to move in bare feet, and bring a
water bottle. We will offer a performance of our creations at the last class.
Registration Deadline: September 8
• September 14 to November 9 (No class October 12)
• Monday
• 7:30 to 8:30 pm
• Sabana Grande Recreation Center
• Min: 6
Max: 12
• $25
• Ages 9 to 14
Dance Recital:
Sunday, November 15, 2:00 pm at Sabana Grande Center. Admission is $2.00 adults, $1
children ages 5 to 12, 4 and under are free.
Beginning Tap
In this class, the instructor will teach beginning basic tap. It will cover technique, basic
steps, rhythm, and sound. All of these components will be put to music and performed
at a recital at the end of the session.
RRPS In-service Days
Rio Rancho’s students are out of school for in-service days Thursday, October 8 and
Friday, October 9. It’s the perfect time to go out and have some fun! Cabezon
Community Center will be taking students for a day trip on Thursday to ABQ Bio
Park and to McCall’s Pumpkin Patch on Friday. Please have your child or children
pack a peanut-free lunch and snacks for the day as food is not included. If minimum
registration numbers aren’t reached, individual day trips will be canceled.
Registration Deadline: September 8
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Registration Deadline: September 2nd – No registrations after this date.
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8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Leaving for fieldtrip at 8:30 am
Ages: 8 to 12
$25 – first child
$15 – second child
Minimum: 4 Maximum: 12
Cabezon Community Center
Candy Making Mania
Let your creativity run wild! Homemade candy is a fun, festive, and delicious way to dress
up any party or special occasion.
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - September 21
Session 2 - November 9
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Session 2 - November 16 and November 23
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5:30 to 7:00 pm
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 4
Max: 10
$22 per session (including supplies)
Ages 12 to 18
www.rrnm.gov or 891-5015
September 14 to November 9
(No class October 12)
Monday
5:30 to 6:30 pm
Sabana Grande Center
$25
Ages 9 to 14
Dance Recital:
Sunday, November 15, 2:00 pm at Sabana Grande Center. Admission is $2.00 adults,
$1 children ages 5 to 12, 4 and under are free.
Cake Pop Fun
Learn how to make cake pops, which is the new craze all over the country. In this class,
your child will learn how to make the dough, icing, and decorate the pops.
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - September 8
Session 2 - September 28
Session 3 - October 26
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Session 2 - October 5 and October 19
Session 3 - November 2 and November 9
Monday
5:00 to 6:30 pm
Sabana Grande Center
$22 per session
Ages 8 to 14
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Teen/Adult Programs
Children/Teen Programs
Silver Sneakers
Tutored by Teachers Club
Designed and orchestrated by educational instructors that work with the local schools.
This homework club is specifically intended to further the educational process,
assisting children who are either struggling in a subject at school, who need help
catching up at school with work, or for those who wish to excel at a subject, going further than the class to prepare them for what is to come. Children will be transported
from local RRPS middle or high schools.
The environment is tailored to an educational setting that will help your child succeed.
Snacks will be provided to students to help them focus on the relevant subjects and
work on assignments. Tutors will assist children with leading questions, and check
their work for accuracy, identifying skills which need improvement, and focusing in
those areas. Space is limited, and tutors are hired specifically to assist students with
school work. Staff will need access to PowerSchool for children’s assignments’ to follow
up with teachers.
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Monday thru Friday
Star Heights Recreation Center
$45 per week transportation provided
$35 per week no transportation provided
Grades 6th to 12th
Call 891-7230 for more information.
Lobo Game Day
Are you or members of your family huge Lobo fans? If you are, come out to the ball game
with your Parks & Rec team to cheer them on! One Saturday a month we will be going
to a Lobo day game. Please be aware that no water bottles are allowed in the stadiums and
all bags may be subject to search. Also, make plans for food before or during the game as
outside food is not permitted. If minimum registration numbers aren’t reached, individual
trips will be canceled.
Get more active with people just like you. A part of the Lovelace/Humana/Presbyterian
Senior Plan insurance program, Silver Sneakers includes exercise/conditioning classes, social
events, health workshops and screenings as well as volunteer opportunities.
If your health plan includes the Silver Sneakers Fitness Program as part of your benefit
package, you can participate at the YMCA at no additional cost to your monthly health
plan premium.
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9:30 to 10:30 am
Star Heights Recreation Center
Group Guitar Lessons
There’s no time like the present to learn the basics of playing the guitar. This class will help
you develop basic techniques, chord accompaniment, and note reading on classical, folk
and popular music.
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - September 2
Session 2 - October 14
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Session 2 - Oct. 21 to Dec. 9 (No class November 11 & 25)
Wednesday
7:00 to 7:50 pm
Sabana Grande Art Center
Min: 5
Max: 8
$55
Ages 15 and up
Supplies needed: Acoustic guitar only, no amps
Registration Deadline: September 11
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October 18 – Lobo Men’s Soccer vs. UAB @ 5 pm - $10 per person
Yoga for Every Body
Leaving time: Varies, please call for specific trips
Cabezon Community Center
Minimum: 4 Maximum: 12
12 and up however, younger children are welcome with the accompaniment of a paying adult.
Registration Deadline: September 15
Scholarship Training
Have you ever wondered how other people’s children get their college education paid
for in scholarships? We will teach students and parents how to find scholarships. We
will also teach the knowledge needed to look into schools and how much money
will be needed for college, books, and living expenses. $15 fee per session. Call Star
Heights at 891-7230 for more information.
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10:00 am to 12:00 pm
$15 fee per session
FASFA Training
This class will help students and parents fill out FASFA applications. $10 fee per session. Call Star Heights at 891-7230 for more information.
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10:00 am to 12:00 pm
$10 fee per session
Science Saturdays
Come explore the world of Science and Math. Have you ever wondered what makes the
world go round? How long does it take for a solar car to go 3 feet on a cloudy day? How
high will a rocket fly if it has more weight on it than it was made for? Does
chocolate and milk really mix? What is a supernova? What is a fractal? These questions
and more will all be answered. This program will offer a hands on learning experience that
helps enhance your child’s understanding of Math and Science.
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September 12, 19
Session 2:
November 14, 21
Star Heights Recreation Center
9:00-11:00 am
$20 per participant, per session
5th to 8th grade
Must show report card/power school for grade level
Call 891-7230 for more information.
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This is an all-level yoga flow class, focusing on breathing, strength, stretching and relaxation. Pose modifications are provided. Please bring your own mat.
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(No class October 6)
8:30 am to 9:30 am
Tuesday
Sabana Grande Recreation Center
Min: 8
Max: 18
$45
16 and up
Red Cross Baby-sitting Class
Be more confident when taking care of your child or someone else’s child. Learn the basics
of CPR and First Aid for child care
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - October 12
Session 2 - November 2
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Session 2 - November 21
Saturday
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Haynes Community Center
$60
Ages 12 and up
ACT, SAT, ASVAB Prep
With more than two million students taking the SAT and ACT tests each year, competition to get into the best colleges and universities is on the rise. At Star Heights, our teachers
will teach the critical skills needed for success on the SAT or ACT. Our teachers will either
prepare you for your first SAT or ACT, or advise you on some effective techniques and skills
for increasing your scores or prepare for your next test. Like most tests, the SAT and the
ACT are predictable, and you can increase your scores through practice. Practicing with
our teachers can greatly improve your scores. Parents of participants welcome.
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
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Monday to Friday
Star Heights Recreation Center
4:00 to 6:00 pm
Min: 2
Max: 12
$3 drop in fee
Grades 9th to 12th
Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Teen/Adult Programs
Family Fun
Beginning Art Class
Breakfast With Santa
This course is intended to teach every student to “LEARN HOW TO DRAW” and
discover that drawing is a skill that can be learned by every person with average eyesight
and hand coordination. Through a variety of projects, the student will be introduced to
the elements of line, contour, form, value, texture, color, shading, vanishing point,
composition, and perspective through several exercises. Students will learn “how to see” in
a way an artist sees and in a specific way necessary for good drawings.
Join Santa and his elves while they take a little breather from the hectic holiday season
to have breakfast with you! Hope you like Santa’s favorite breakfast food - pancakes!
Breakfast will be served from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Stop by anytime between those
hours to visit with Santa and have breakfast.
Registration Deadline: November 20
Registration Deadline: Session 1 - September 9
Session 2 - September 10
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Wednesday
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
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Thursday
6:30 to 8:30 pm
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Min: 8
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Saturday
9:00 to 11:00 am
Sabana Grande Center
Min: 15
$5 per person
$15 per family of 4
All ages welcome
Thimbleweed Quilters
Are you looking for a new hobby or do you want to meet some new friends? Thimble
Weed Quilters is the perfect place to do both. Members meet twice a month and work on a
variety of projects. Learn new techniques or brush up on some old ones. Take a break from
your normal routine to learn about this great art. Stop by for a visit to see what we are all
about - no obligation.
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
Zumba® @ Cabezon
It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning fitness and
dance routine that’s fun for everyone. This six week course will help get you into shape
while having a blast.
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9:30 am to 2:00 pm
Sabana Grande Center
$34 per fiscal year (renewed on July 1) Newsletter mailed monthly
$29 per fiscal year (renewed on July 1) Newsletter sent out via e-mail monthly
$19 Semi-Annually (July-December and/or January-June) Newsletter mailed
monthly
$16 Semi-Annually (July-December and/or January-June) Newsletter sent out via
e-mail monthly
All ages are welcome.
Registration Deadline: On-going
• Session 1 - October 6 - October 29
• Session 2 - November 10 - November 19
• Session 3 - November 30 - December 17
(No class 10/8, 11/24, 11/26, 12/8, & 12/10)
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5:30 to 6:30 pm
Cabezon Community Center
Min: 8
Max: 25
$50 for session 1
$40 for session 2
$30 for session 3, 4
$5 drop in fee
Ages 16 and up
Van Go
Let’s get up and Go! Come and be a part of the Parks and Recreation “Van Go!”
experience by traveling and participating in trips that take you and your family around
New Mexico. We’ll see it all, from museums to theaters and charming small town
attractions to seasonal lures. Let us take care of the planning and driving. Each trip is
different, so please make sure to dress appropriately and always bring a sack lunch. If
minimum registration numbers aren’t reached, individual trips will be canceled.
Registration Deadline: Trip 1 – September 11th
Trip 3 – November 6th
Trip 1 - September 26 - Purple Adobe Lavender Farm
Trip 2 - October 24 - Old Town Ghost Tour
Trip 3 - November 21 - Historic Walks of Santa Fe
Trip 4 - December 19 - Polar Bear Express
T’ai Chi Chih
T’ai Chi Chih – serenity in the midst of activity – is a series of 19 movements and one pose
which were originated by Justin Stone. Mr. Stone taught T’ai Chi Ch’uan for many years
before developing a new technique which he called T’ai Chi Chih. T’ai Chi Chih is simple
and easy to learn with benefits usually beginning from the first class. The gentle movements emphasize a flowing continuity and strongly stimulate the flow and balance of Chi
or the “vital force” in the body.
Benefits of regular T’ai Chi Chih practice can include stress reduction, weight and blood
pressure control, increased energy, and a greater enthusiasm for life. As the practitioner
becomes relaxed a new understanding and perspective is formed, creative energy flows more
freely and greater joy in everyday life becomes apparent.
Trip 2 – October 9th
Trip 4 – December 4th
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Cabezon Community Center
Minimum: 4 Maximum: 12
$20 per person, per trip
12 and up however, younger participants are
welcome with the accompaniment of a paying adult.
Outdoor Adventures
New Mexico certainly is the Land of Enchantment and if you and your family are looking
to explore our great state, look no further! The Parks and Recreation Department is inviting
you and your family to join them while traveling to see our state’s many scenic landmarks,
monuments, and trails. Come learn and make exciting discoveries about New Mexico! Our
Adventure days are long so please come prepared by wearing appropriate attire, bringing
water, and packing a sack lunch. If minimum registration numbers aren’t reached,
individual trips will be canceled.
Registration Deadline: Trip 1- September 4th
Trip 2 – September 18th
Trip 1 - September 19 – El Rancho de Las Golondrinas Renaissance Fair
Trip 2 - October 3 - El Rancho de Las Golondrinas Harvest Festival
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• September 15 to November 3
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• 7:00 to 8:00 pm
• $40
• Ages 16 and up
www.rrnm.gov or 891-5015
Cabezon Community Center
Minimum: 4 Maximum: 12
$20 per person
Leaving time: Varies, please call for specific trips
Ages: 12 and up however, younger participants
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Special Events
Pooch Plunge, Adopt-a-thon &
Food Drive
The City of Rio Rancho Parks and Recreation and Pet Food Gone Wild have come
together again this year to mark the final
days of summer.
Bring your dog(s) out to Haynes Pool for
one last swim before the outdoor pools close
for the season. There will also be various
animal rescue groups and shelters there
trying to find lovable pets good homes. To
help these shelters we are also holding a pet
food drive. Donations include: pet food, cat
litter, gently used blankets, towels, newspaper, paper towels, and clean toys.
Pets without current vaccination papers and
tags will not be admitted. All dogs must be
leashed and handled by an owner 16 and
older if not in the pool area.
NO EXCEPTIONS.
Great Goblin Get Together
Little goblins and ghouls are welcome!
This carnival will include a variety of
games, a cupcake walk, costume contest,
a piñata bust, and much more. This is
a fun and safe alternative to trick-ortreating. Parents bring your little one(s)
for a great goblin night!
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Saturday
5:00 to 8:00 pm
Star Heights Recreation Center
$5 - ages 1 to 12 (1 and under are
free)
Parents entry is free.
Ages 12 and under (Participants
must be accompanied by an adult).
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
• Saturday, September 12
• 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
• Haynes Park & Pool
• Min: 10 Max: 100
• $5 first dog and one person
$10 for two dogs
$12 for three dogs or $16 for four dogs
Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival
If you like to do your holiday shopping early then mark your calendar for the Holiday
Arts and Crafts Festival. Choose special, unique, and extraordinary gifts to complete
your holiday shopping list.
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Saturday
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sabana Grande Center
Free Admission
Galloping Grace Youth Ranch’s Pumpkin Patch
WHEN:
Open September 27 – October 31
Tuesday to Thursday, Sun 9:00 am – 6:00 pm (open Monday, Oct. 27th)
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Friday & Saturday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Closing at 4:00 pm on Halloween, October
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WHERE:
Santa Ana Star Center
3001 Civic Center Circle
Admission is always free!
School and Group Field Trips Welcome..
Come enjoy family friendly fun such as a corn pit, a harvest maze, scarecrow dress up,
tractor races, a roping area, pumpkin bowling, duck races, giant slides, face painting, and of
course pumpkins! Select your very own pumpkin to purchase from our on site patch with
over hundreds of choices. Plus, come see our giant painted hay bales!
Experience educational opportunities with our animal displays… come feed the goats!
And learn about our community sustainable urban agricultural program.
Galloping Grace Youth Ranch cultivates healthy children today so they will harvest a
healthy society tomorrow. Check us out today at: www.ggyr.org to see how you can
be involved.
12 Strays of Christmas Pet Event, Food Drive and Adopt-a-thon
The City of Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation & Community Services, Pet Food Gone
Wild, and various rescue groups have come together for the 4th Annual Holiday Pet
event.
There will be various animal rescue groups, shelters, and many assorted vendors trying
to find lovable pets their forever homes.
To help these shelters we are also holding a pet needs drive. Items sought for the animals
include pet food, cat litter, gently used blankets, towels, crates, pet beds, paper towels,
and clean lightly used or new toys. Monetary donations
are also welcome. All proceeds collected will be divided
among the rescue groups present at the event.
Display spaces, 8’ x 8’, to sell your crafts are available for $35. Spaces are limited so
register early for this great event. You must provide your own table or rent one from
the department for an additional $7. If electricity is needed there will be an additional
$7 fee.
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Santa Claws will be available to take holiday pictures with your fur babies.
Attention Crafters!
Kids need to go holiday shopping too and this is the perfect time! All presents are $7
or less. There will be something for everyone on your child’s list. A little money will go
a long way! While the kids are doing their shopping, Mom and Dad can shop at the
Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival. For a little extra surprise we’ll have a visitor from the
North Pole. Let your little one tell Santa
his or her wish list and have their picture
taken too!
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December 5
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Cabezon Community Center and Park
Free admission
All ages are welcome
Holiday Pet Food Drive
The City of Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation & Community Services is asking for your help
in making this a happy holiday for seniors & their pets by donating cat, dog, and bird
food. They are also in need of cat litter.
To many seniors, their pets are considered companions, best friends, and, often, family;
sometimes their ONLY family.
November 21
Saturday
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sabana Grande Center
Free Admission
All ages are welcome.
Let’s all help seniors by chipping in and donating what pet items we can. Help make a
difference for a senior and their pet this holiday season. All donations collected will go to
Storehouse West to aid their “Senior Needs Program.”
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Donations can be dropped off at Cabezon Community Center
For additional information contact 892-4499
Winterfest Celebration
Take a break from the holiday crowds with family activities celebrating the winter season
at Rio Rancho’s City Center! Winterfest Celebration is a fun way to kick off the holidays.
There will be a parade, including a visit from Santa & Mrs. Claus, ice skating, and a craft
show at the Santa Ana Star Center.
At 5 pm the City Center plays host to one of New Mexico’s largest nighttime holiday
parades. Attracting nearly 100 entries and hundreds of spectators, the parade will feature
marching bands and beautifully decorated, lighted floats. The route will take the parade
from the Santa Ana Star Center and circle in front of City Hall, up King Boulevard and in
front of HP. This is truly a special event and one that shouldn’t be missed! Call 891-5015
for more information.
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December 12
Saturday
5:00 to 9:00 pm
Civic Center
Free Admission
All Ages
Santa for Seniors
Make the season bright by volunteering to become a Santa for a senior. For those who
live in assisted living/nursing homes, the holidays can be a lonely time of year. Many
seniors miss out on the companionship of family due to various circumstances.
Signing up to become a Santa is easy! Come to Cabezon Community Center starting
November 9th to pick a gift request for a local senior. Purchase and return the requested
gift to Cabezon Community Center wrapped NO LATER than December 22nd. The
gifts will be taken to their facility on December 23rd, so that they may receive the gifts
on December 24th.
You and your family will bring smiles to those who need it most this holiday season.
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Donations can be dropped off at Cabezon Community Center
For additional information contact 892-4499
Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Keep Rio Rancho Beautiful (KRRB)
Toss No Mas
Saturday, September 12
Do something good for Rio Rancho! Help us preserve the beauty of our community
by participating in the fall community cleanup. This statewide cleanup is aimed at
raising public awareness of the impact litter has on our city and on New Mexico.
KRRB is coordinating a Rio Rancho cleanup and is looking for volunteers to help remove litter from our roadsides, parks and open spaces from 8:00 am to noon. Thank
you lunch immediately following the cleanup at Cabezon Recreation Center.
To register for the cleanup, please contact Keep Rio Rancho Beautiful at: 891-5015.
City of Rio Rancho and Sandoval County Recycling Center
Open every Saturday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm (except holidays)
Located at 2700 Iris Road NE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87144
The following items are accepted at the Recycling Center:
Bosque Nature Walk
Saturday, September 19
Join Friends of Rio Rancho Open Space (FORROS) for a nature walk at the
Willlow Creek Trail (2580-2560 Willow Creek Road NE) on Saturday,
September 19, 2015 at 10:00 am. The nature walk is approximately 1.5 miles
long and will include Bosque history and identification of native plants and
animals. The Willow Creek Trail is ADA/stroller accessible, children and families
are welcome accompanied by an adult. Limit of 20 participants, free of charge.
Call 891-5015 to register.
Love your community? Want to
“Adopt-A-Spot”?
The gift of a tree is a unique way to
celebrate and honor or memorialize a special individual, group, or event while adding
a long-lasting aesthetic and environmental
benefit to our community.
The fee for a memorial tree is $350 which
includes: certificate, tree planting ceremony,
and installation of a tree and plaque.
Each tree will be a 2” caliper and 6’ to
8’ tall. Memorial trees can be planted in
a public park or other public area in the
spring or fall.
To register for the Memorial Tree Program
please visit www.rrnm.gov.
Please call 891-5015 for more information.
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Holiday closures: November 28 and December 26
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America Recycles Day
Saturday, November 14
Join Keep Rio Rancho Beautiful from
10 am to noon at the Loma Colorado
Library to celebrate
America Recycles Day! Learn how
illegal dumping affects our
environment, the effects of pollution
on our watershed, find out about current recycling programs, and visit with
the Office of Water Conservation.
No registration required. For more
information contact Keep Rio Rancho
Beautiful at 891-5015.
Memorial Tree Program
Cardboard (broken down and flattened)
White and mixed paper
Plastics #1-7
Aluminum
Scrap metal
Appliances
Freon Units (Freon lines must be intact - no cut lines)
Electronics including TVs (limit 4 TV’s per day/per vehicle)
Tires (limit 4 tires per day/per vehicle)
Clothing
Eye glasses and hearing aids
*Subject to change.
Idalia Rd.
Keep Rio Rancho Beautiful is currently
seeking applications for its Adopt-A-Spot
program! Schools, civic groups, businesses
and neighborhoods are welcome to adopt a
street, median, right-of-way, open space or
park. Groups pledge to a yearlong commitment and perform 3 cleanups per year.
In return, a sign will be placed in the area
recognizing the adopters, and all cleanup
supplies will be issued to the group by Keep
Rio Rancho Beautiful. For more information please contact Keep Rio Rancho
Beautiful at 896-8729.
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The City of Rio Rancho, in partnership with Sandoval County, has been
hard at work developing the first ever permanent household
hazardous waste (HHW) collection site for city of Rio Rancho and
Sandoval County residents. The site operates at the City of Rio Rancho
and Sandoval County Recycling center located at 2700 Iris Rd. NE. The
facility operates the first and third Saturday of every month and is free of
charge. Pre-registration is required and proof of Rio Rancho or Sandoval
County residency is required. For a list of acceptable items and to register
for your drop off time contact Keep Rio Rancho Beautiful at
505-891-5015.
Tree-cycling
January 2 through January 15
Dex Telephone Book Recycling
January 2 through March 7
After the holidays remove all decorations
and tree spikes and stands from your
cut Christmas tree and take it to the Rio
Rancho Sports Complex on High Resort
Boulevard. This program is sponsored
by PNM. They will mulch the trees and
provide free mulch to Rio Rancho
residents on a first-come, first-served
basis, while supplies last.
Recycle that old telephone book! Collection sites include - City Hall, Senior Center,
Loma Colorado Library, Esther Bone Memorial Library, & the City of Rio Rancho &
Sandoval County Recycling Center. Phone
books can also be recycled in your curb side
Waste Management recycling bin.
Educational Programs
Keep Rio Rancho Beautiful strives to provide quality educational experiences to
inspire everyone to take pride and ownership in recycling, litter prevention, and
beautification. We have many resources available, experiential learning activities, and
tailored, engaging presentations. Schedule a presentation or activity for your school
or group! Please call 891-5015 for more information.
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Senior Services
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Senior Services
Emotional health and physical well-being
are intrinsically linked. At any given time,
individuals face a variety of challenges.
Support groups can relieve the stress and
pain and offer coping mechanisms. Groups
are free of charge and are led by trained
professionals.
Grief and Loss Support
Loss comes in many forms: the demise of
dreams or hopes, the passing of friends or
family through divorce or death, loss of a
beloved animal, or dealing with other challenges — all of which can stimulate grief.
This group provides a supportive environment in which to discuss and learn to cope
with sad times.
Alzheimer’s Support Group
Join the New Mexico Chapter of the
Alzheimer’s Association Support Group at
MSC. This is for caregivers of loved ones
with any form of dementia. The group is facilitated by a trained Alzheimer Association
member, a primary caregiver herself, for
over 6 years. The group meets regularly on
the 1st Monday of each month at 10:30 am.
Diabetes Support
Led by a health educator, the Diabetes
Support Group provides practical information for living with Diabetes.
Employment Assistance for Seniors
The New Mexico Aging and Long Term
Services Department offers free one-on-one
assistance to help you write a resume, cover
letter, use the computer to design business
cards, and more. This opportunity is provided through the 50+Employment Connection
at MSC.
Silver Alert
Silver Alert is a notification system sent out
statewide when a person 50 years or older
with dementia goes missing. The individual’s basic information and photograph
are downloaded to a flash drive and given to
their caregiver for safekeeping. In the event
the person goes missing, the flash drive is
given to the Rio Rancho Police Department
and a Silver Alert is issued. The program
is sponsored by the Rio Rancho Police
Department, the Sandoval County Sheriff’s
Office, and the Meadowlark Senior Center.
Contact the Front Desk at 891-5018 for an
appointment. No Fee.
The following are some of the ongoing activities at MSC that do not require registration – just
show up to attend these activities. For a complete listing of all classes, activities and trips, see the
“Meadowlark Notes” online at www.rrnm.gov or contact the Senior Center at 891-5018.
Activity
Day
Time
Room #
2nd Tuesday
1:00-3:00 pm
3
1st & 3rd Tuesday
1:00 - 5:00 pm
2
Monday thru Friday
8:00 am - Close
Pool Room
Bridge (Beginner)
Monday
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
D/R C
Bridge (Duplicate)
Tuesday
6:00 - 9:00 pm
5
Bridge (Contract)
Wednesday / Friday
12:00 pm- 3:00 pm
D/R C + 4 / 4+5
Book Club
Basket Weaving Group
Billiards
Bridge (Intermediate)
Bridge (Party)
Canasta (Royalé 1)
Canasta (Hand & Foot)
Every Tuesday
6:00 - 9:00 pm
D/R C
Every Wednesday
6:00 - 9:00 pm
D/R C & 4
Every Monday
1:00 - 4:00 pm
Conf. Room
Every Wednesday
12:30 - 4:00 pm
Conf. Room
Canasta
Every Thursday
12:00 - 4:00 pm
5
Ceramics
Monday / Friday
8:30-12:30 / 1- 4:30
2
Computer Users Group
Every Thursday
9:30 - 11:30 am
1
Every Friday
1:15-3:15 pm
Dining Room
Country/Western Group (Music)
Cribbage
Every Friday
12:30 - 4:00 pm
D/R C
2nd & 4th Wednesday
4:00 - 5:00 pm
5
Digital Camera Computer Group
3rd Wednesday
6:30 - 8:30 pm
1
Fishing Club
Every Monday
10:00 - 11:30 am
4&5
Fly Tying
Every Monday
9:00 - 9:45 am
D/R C
Genealogy
4th Monday
1:00 - 3:00 pm
1
Tuesdays
1:00 - 3:00 pm
1
Tuesday/Thursday
9:00 -11:00 am
3
Dining Room
Diabetes Support Group
iPad & Mac Users Group
Knitting & Crocheting
Line Dance (Beginner) (At Capacity)
Every Tuesday
9:30 - 10:45 am
Line Dance (Intermediate)
Monday
2:00 - 3:30 pm
D/R B
Line Dance (Intermediate)
Friday
9:30 -11:00 am
D/R B & C
Mah Jongg
Memoir Presentation Group
Memoir Writers Class
Mexican Train Dominoes
Native New Mexico Club
Every Tuesday
12:30 - 4:00 pm
5
2nd & 4th Thursday
1:15 - 3:15 pm
Conf. Room
1st, 3rd and 5th Tues.
12:45 - 2:45 pm
3
Every Tue / Thurs
12:45 - 3:00 pm
4
3rd Thursday
9:15 -10:45 am
Dining Room
2nd & 4th Tuesday
1:00 - 3:00 pm
2
Open Studio (Art)
Every Tuesday
9:00-11:00 am
2
Oriental Brush Painting
Every Thursday
1:00 - 2:30 pm
2
1st & 3rd Monday
1:00 - 4:00 pm
1
Tuesdays
Wednesdays
Thursdays
Thursdays
9:30 - 11:30 am
3:00 - 5:00 pm
10:30 - 12:15 pm
3:00 - 5:00 pm
D/R C, 4 & 5
D/R B
D/R C & 4
D/R B
Nostalgia Music Group
Photo-Composition Group
Ping Pong Fun Play
Pinochle (Intermediate, Single-Deck)
Pinochle (Double-Deck)
Poetry
Poker (Men)
Quilting
Red Hat Society
Rio Rancho Stamp Club
Every Tuesday
12:30 - 4:30 pm
D/R C
Every Friday
9:00 - 12:00 pm
Conf. Room
1st & 3rd Friday
1:00 – 2:30 pm
Room 3
Tuesday and Thursday
11:00 am - 4:30 pm
Card Room
Every Wednesday
1:00 - 4:00 pm
5
3rd Wednesday
3:00 - 4:30 pm
Dining Room
1st & 3rd Tuesday
6:00 - 8:00 pm
1
Enjoy some of the Varied
Scrapbooking
Every Tuesday
11:00 - 1:00 pm
2
Offerings at the Senior Center
Sketch-Up
4th Wednesday
6:00 - 8:00 pm
1
Spanish (Beginning)
Every Thursday
2:45 - 4:45 pm
2
Spanish (Conversational)
Every Thursday
10:00 - 11:30 am
2
Every Friday
9:00 - 11:00 am
2
Gardening with the Masters
Instructors are Sandoval County Master
Gardeners who are trained by New Mexico
State University horticultural specialists.
The Master Gardeners are committed to
providing better gardening techniques to
the community with the latest, most
practical horticultural information available.
Birthday Bash
Join the fun and excitement of our monthly
birthday celebration honoring members
born in that month. The entertainment
varies and is always a surprise.
Monthly Movies
Once a month, MSC has a showing of
a recently released movie complete with
popcorn
Woodcarvers
Driver Safety Class
This AARP sponsored class is a great
refresher course on driver safety and may
help reduce your automobile insurance
costs.
Open Discussion Group
Have you got something on your mind?
Join fellow Meadowlark members for some
stimulating conversation. Opinions are
shared on current event topics or anything
of interest. This group meets every Friday
at 9:00 to 11:00 am.
Health and Wellness
A variety of classes are offered throughout
the year. Members of Meadowlark enjoy
staying active with classes such as: Zumba
Gold, Ta’i Chi Chih, Salsa Dance, Belly
Dancing, and High Energy and Low
Intensity exercise classes. Meadowlark offers
yoga classes, meditation and even massages
from a licensed massage therapist.
For Your Information…
Educational enrichment and
life-long learning opportunities
are available, after the lunchtime
meal, through a variety of guest
speakers. Included topics are
health and wellness, history,
science, culture, nature, animals
and current events. Check the
Meadowlark Notes
newsletter to see a list of
speakers each month.
Senior Services
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Senior Services
The Meadowlark
Senior Center (MSC)
The mission of MSC is to promote positive
aging. To achieve that goal, MSC provides
opportunities for adults 55 and over to
participate in a variety of programs, trips,
and special events. There is no charge to
join MSC. The monthly MSC newsletter,
“Meadowlark Notes” is available by mail for
a nominal fee or online at no cost.
The Sandoval County Senior
Program, Rio Rancho Meal Site
A meal site is also located at MSC and
provides nutritious lunches five days a week.
Meals are available for those 60 and over for
a contribution of $2. Home-delivered meals
for the home bound are also available.
MSC Newsletter and Menu
Free Online
Visit the City’s website at
www.rrnm.gov. Click on “Senior Services”
(left side), then click on “Meadowlark
Notes” for the newsletter or “Menu” for the
current dining room menu.
Governing Body of Rio Rancho
Greggory D. Hull, Mayor
Councilor Chuck Wilkins
District One
Councilor Dawnn Robinson
District Two
Councilor Cheryl Everett
District Three
Guide to Senior Services In
Sandoval County
Councilor Mark Scott
District Four
The guide is produced by the City
of Rio Rancho, Division of Senior
Services and is designed to assist
in locating many of the governmental and non-profit resources
needed by older adults. Pick up
this guide at the Meadowlark Senior Center, or find it under the
Senior Services section of the City
website: www.rrnm.gov.
Councilor Shelby Smith
District Five
Councilor Lonnie Clayton
District Six
Division of Senior Services
Advisory Board
Ellen Smith
District One
Francis Elizondo
District Two
Dolores Power
District Three
Rio Metro
Rio Metro is a door-to-door transportation
system for adults 55 years of age and older
and for the disabled 18 years of age and
older. The Rio Metro Program serves Rio
Rancho residents only. For a nominal fee,
Rio Metro provides transportation to any
destination within Rio Rancho. Rio Metro
also provides services to
Albuquerque for medical appointments.
Rides are scheduled on a first-come, firstserved basis. Reservations should be made
one week in advance, but no later than 48
hours prior to the appointment.
Reservations at other times are filled on a
space available basis. For more information
about Rio Metro or for reservations, call
994-1608.
Steve Dietzel
District Four
Andrew Hewes
District Five
Carol Dooley
District Six
Susan Greenbaum
At-Large
Refund Policy
In general, MSC has a “no refund” policy.
If a refund is requested prior to the beginning of a class, activity, program or trip and
there is a member on the wait list that takes
your place, a refund may be made.
Photo Policy
Please be informed that from time to time,
staff will be taking photos and videos for
a variety of publications. By participating
in classes, activities, clubs, trips and other
programs with the Senior Services Division, you are agreeing to permit photos and
videos to be taken.
Sponsorships
MSC seeks sponsorships for all of its
activities. If you are interested in learning
about ways in which you can support the
activities of the Senior Center, please
contact Mike Tatham at 891-5018.
Art for the Ages
Explore and nurture the inner you. Now is
the time to experiment and experience new
things. Many of us have never exercised our
creative potential. Why not now? Whether
you have been an artist for years or are just
interested in exploring the possibilities, we
have a variety of art and craft classes that
will appeal to you. Here are some of the
many offerings available to MSC members:
Beginning and Intermediate Drawing
Students learn the basics of shapes, shading,
perspective, composition, proportions,
balance, and contour drawing then progress
to trying some new ideas and techniques.
The beginning class is the foundation for
other art courses.
Beginning and Intermediate
Watercolor
Learn about watercolors, brushes, brush
strokes, color mixing, value scales, lift off
techniques, and much more. The
intermediate class is for those who want to
be adventurous with experimental projects,
still life, and other “how-to” projects.
Registration Information
Registration is required for MSC programs that have a fee and/or limited space.
Registration is on the first Thursday of each
month in the Meadowlark Senior Center
dining room. After registration you may
also register for MSC classes at the front
desk from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm each day.
This can be done either in person or by
phone, as long as space is available. For
more information about programs or
registration, contact or visit the Senior
Center at 4330 Meadowlark Lane SE, Rio
Rancho, NM 87124, 891-5018.
MSC offers programming aimed at improving health and wellness, promoting lifelong
learning, exploring arts and cultural enrichment, and creating opportunities for
intergenerational programs and civic engagement. The center provides trips and outings, organizes classes and speakers, and sponsors clubs and special interest groups appealing to all ages and interests. For a complete listing of all classes, activities and trips
and for information about when they are scheduled, please contact the Senior Center at
891-5018 or check the MSC Newsletter.
Beginning Acrylics
This is a starting point for learning about
acrylics. This class covers the materials, how
they are made, and how they are used.
Volunteer Opportunities
The MSC Volunteer Program promotes
the skills and talents of people of all
ages. Volunteers serve as leaders and
teachers as well as participating in the
daily operations of the Center. Some
of the positions in which volunteers are
needed are:
Class Instructors: Lead and instruct
students in such areas as languages,
gardening, computers, arts and crafts,
health and wellness and more.
Volunteer Van Drivers: Transport
MSC members in 14-passenger vans on
outings. Drivers enjoy benefits such as
free entrance to events and lunch or dinner reimbursement on certain trips.
Meal Site Assistance: Includes a
variety of tasks associated with the meal
program.
Please contact Liz Smyth at 891-5018
for more information about these and
other volunteer opportunities.
Oriental Brush Painting
This ancient, traditional eastern art uses a
brush, ink, and paper to draw natural scenes
such as plants, animals, birds and fish.
Learn this style of painting for a relaxing
experience.
Ceramics
Offered two times each week, this popular
class provides an opportunity to hone your
painting skills and learn how the kiln works.
It also provides a great opportunity for
meeting people with like interests.
Woodcarvers Group
Decorating wood has always been an
important art form. In fact, wood carving was a favorite means of expression in
ancient Egypt and China. Today, wood
carving is being nurtured at MSC by a
dedicated group of men and women who
form the woodcarvers group. If you have
wanted to carve, but weren’t sure you could
do it, now is the time to find out. Join the
woodcarvers group and let them help you
realize your dream. The woodcarvers group
meets every Friday from 9:00 to 11:00 am.
Basket Weaving Group
This group has garnered awards at the State
Fair for the beautiful and creative baskets
they have produced. You, too, can learn the
art of basket making. Start with a basket kit
available from the leader and try your hand.
Incorporate styles and materials to produce
a basket that expresses your sense of style.
All skill levels are welcome. This ongoing
group meets every first and third Tuesday of
each month from 1:00 to 5:00 pm.
Quilting Group
The MSC quilters welcome all new and
experienced members to learn or perfect
their quilting skills. This weekly group not
only works on their own projects, but also
does charity projects such as pillowcases for
the pediatric ward at a local hospital.
The quilting group meets every Wednesday
from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.
Fiber Arts Group
On the fourth Thursday of each month,
join this group of talented fiber artists as
they share their projects and talents.
Quilting, embroidery, ribbon work,
applique, sewing, knitting and crocheting, and all other varieties of fiber work are
represented within the group. Presentations
focus on the various techniques and areas of
expertise of the group members.
Scrap Booking
Wondering what to do with all those photos
and memorabilia hiding in boxes and drawers? Let them become a bridge between
generations by placing them in scrapbooks.
Open Studio
If you are an artist working on a project and
you need the company and
recommendations of other artists, come to
Open Studio. Open Studio is held every
Tuesday from 9:00 to 11:00 am.
Rock Hound Group
Group members share tips on favorite rock
hound sites, discuss “finds,” trade with
fellow members and receive help identifying specimens. Rock Hounds meet once
a month. Check the Meadowlark Notes
newsletter for day and time
The City of Rio Rancho’s Senior Services
Fall 2015
A Publication of the Rio Rancho
Department of Parks, Recreation
and Community Services
Department