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NOVEMBER 2014
Program Schedule
Environmental Education Center
at Veterans Oasis Park
8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Thursday
4050 East Chandler Heights Road, 480-782-2890
www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis
8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Wednesday
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Tuesday
PILATES
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Bugology
6:30-7:30 p.m.
PILATES
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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Friday Feeding
Frenzy-FREE!
3:30-4 p.m.
Bug Zoo!
10-10:45 a.m.
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday
Veterans Oasis Park
is open daily from
6 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
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Come Alive Story Time
Nature Edition
9:30-10:15 a.m.
(3-5 yrs)
Father & Daughter
Campout
(Friday 6 p.m. to
Saturday 10 a.m.)
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Bedtime Stories w/
Nocturnal Animals
4-4:45 p.m.
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Remember! Veterans Oasis Park
is open daily 6 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
EEC Hours:
Mon. — Thur.
8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sat. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Morning Yoga Flow
9-10 a.m.
Morning Yoga Flow
9-10 a.m.
Learn to Fish!
8-11 a.m.
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Saturday
Closed Sundays &
City Holidays
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FREE!
Fishing Clinic &
Outdoor Safety Event
8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Morning Yoga Flow
9-10 a.m.
Intro to Vegetarian
Cooking for Adults
10 a.m. - noon
Morning Yoga Flow
9-10 a.m.
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Climate Change Lecture
FREE!
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
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Mon. — Thur. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sat. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
(Closed Sundays & City Holidays)
Consider hosting your child‘s birthday party at the Environmental Education Center. Rental fee includes a themed craft/
activity with EEC staff for an hour and an additional hour of
party time with your party items. Call the EEC to discuss the
current offerings at 480-782-2895.
EEC hours!
NATURE PARTIES
CLOSED VETERANS DAY NOV. 11
& THANKSGIVING DAY NOV. 27
All programs require pre-registration & fees, unless otherwise noted.
All programs are subject to change or cancellation. Complete class
descriptions are listed inside this newsletter, as well as Break Time
magazine. To register, go online to www.chandleraz.gov/registration,
or call the EEC at 480-782-2890 for more information.
CLOSED
Thanksgiving
Sonoran Sunset
Series-FREE!
6-7 p.m.
Outdoor Pizza Party
4:30-6 p.m.
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Outdoor Adventures
4:30-5:30 p.m.
8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
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WAY TO GO!
SLITHER.
11 a.m. - noon
Intermediate Birding
6:45-7:45 p.m.
PILATES
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Monday
4
CLOSED
Veterans Day
Evening Yoga Flow
6:30-7:30 p.m.
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Evening Yoga Flow
6:30-7:30 p.m.
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Evening Yoga Flow
6:30-7:30 p.m.
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PROGRAMS & CLASSES
DETAILS INSIDE!
8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
PILATES
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Morning Yoga Flow
9:30-10:30a.m.
Tiny Turkeys 11-11:45 a.m.
Play-Doh Play 12-12:45 p.m.
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Tiny Turkeys 11-11:45 a.m.
Play-Doh Play 12-12:45 p.m.
Morning Yoga Flow
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
10 Morning Yoga Flow
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Tiny Turkeys 11-11:45 a.m.
Play-Doh Play 12-12:45 p.m.
Nuts and Bolts of Safe
Hiking
3-5pm
PILATES
6:30-7:30 p.m.
PILATES
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Tiny Turkeys 11-11:45 a.m.
Play-Doh Play 12-12:45 p.m.
Morning Yoga Flow
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Welcome Fall ...
Nature & Outdoors
Fitness programs
*For ―Meet the Creature‖ programs, fee is per person. Children ages 2-12 must be accompanied by a paid adult. This
policy is in place to eliminate overcrowding in the classroom
and provide a safe and enjoyable environment for the animals and our guests.
BUGOLOGY
Discover just how important insects are and learn about their traits
with live examples from around the state, country, and world. Fee is
per child: parents admitted free.
Instructor: Ruben Rivera
Resident fee: $3
Non-resident fee: $5
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11/19
6:30-7:30 p.m.
2 yrs+
BEDTIME STORIES WITH NOCTURNAL ANIMALS
Come enjoy a bedtime story that teaches you about animals at night
and have the opportunity to meet a nocturnal animal in person.
Instructor: Lisa Limbert of Lisa‘s Creatures & East Valley Wildlife
Resident fee: $6
Non-resident fee: $9
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11/21 4-4:45 p.m.
2 yrs+
LEARN TO FISH AT BEAUTIFUL VETERANS OASIS PARK!
Students will learn the basics o fishing, such as baiting and casting a
line. Fishing licenses are required for all participants ages 10 and up.
All supplies, including rods and bait, are provided.
Instructor: DeWane Tabbot Instructor fee: $0
Supply fee: $5
Resident fee: $10
Non-resident fee: $14
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Sa
11/1
8-11 a.m.
7 yrs+
MORNING YOGA FLOW
Discover the benefits of yoga in this slow flow class that emphasizes
basic postures. This class is suitable for beginner and advanced practitioners. Emphasis will be on basic yoga postures but more advanced
postures will be added as needed. Practice strength, flexibility, balance
and deep relaxation. Everyone is welcome bring a mat or beach towel.
Instructor: Jackie Pinho
Instructor fee: $24
Supply fee: $0
Resident fee: $7
Non-resident fee: $10
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10/20-11/24
9:30-10:30 a.m. 12 yrs+
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Sa
10/18-11/24
9-10 a.m.
12 yrs+
All ages programs
PRESCHOOL CLASSES
BUG ZOO!
Explore a real, live collection of bugs with a certified entomologist!
Learn about beneficial bugs, such as butterflies, ladybugs and bees.
Discover interesting insects and other creepy-crawlies! Each child
will receive a free activity book. Fee is per child; parents admitted
free.
3-6 yrs
Instructor: Dr. Bug of ProBest Pest Control
Resident fee: $3
Non-resident fee: $5
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11/7
10-10:45 a.m.
COME ALIVE STORY TIME-NATURE EDITION
Music and stories are an important part of shaping a child‘s life.
Through interactive stories, music, games, and drama, we build positive attitudes, character, self-esteem and values.
Instructor: Diana Bowers
Resident fee: $6
Non-resident fee: $9
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11/14 9:30-10:15 a.m. 3-5 yrs
WAY TO GO! SLITHER.
Join friends as we learn about snakes. We will get to know this special reptile through story, song, crafts, and a nature walk. Fee is per
child. Parent or caretakers are invited to attend.
Instructor: Martha Strizzi
Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $5
Resident fee: $6
Non-resident fee: $9
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11/12
11 a.m.- noon
3-5 yrs
PLAYDOH PLAY
Does your little sculptor love to play but you‘d rather skip the mess?
Bring them down for some good old-fashioned Playdoh fun; drop
them off, then pick them up and you‘re done…no clean up required!
Instructor: Sara Vaughan Instructor fee: $0
Supply: $5
Resident fee: $13
Non-resident fee: $18
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11/3-11/24
12-12:45 p.m.
2-4 yrs
TINY TURKEYS
Gobble, Gobble, Gobble…it‘s that time of year when Thanksgiving is
drawing near. No beak or feathers? That‘s okay, come spend some
time with your ‗little turkey‘ engaging in craft and play!
Instructor: Sara Vaughan
Instructor fee: $0 Supply: $10
Location: Environmental Education Center
Resident fee: $13
Non-resident fee: $18
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11/3-11/24
11-11:45 a.m.
2-5 yrs
NUTS AND BOLTS OF SAFE HIKING
This class will prepare and inspire you to hike safely and truly enjoy
the beauty of the Sonoran Desert. Learn about the area geology,
flora, fauna and, most importantly, how to stay safe while hiking in
the wilderness. A two hour preparation class at the EEC will be followed a 1.5 hour hike at an off-site location. Children under 17 must
be accompanied by a paid adult.
Instructor: Hike In Phoenix
Instructor fee: $50 Supply fee: $0
Resident fee: $14
Non-resident fee: $19
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11/10 3-5 p.m.
12 yrs+
TEEN & ADULT classes
INTRO TO VEGETARIAN COOKING FOR ADULTS
Learn the basics of preparing meals with a pressure cooker in this
new, introductory level class. Learn to prepare easy, gluten-free,
vegetarian meals. Save time and energy! Fresh and organic ingredients will be used to create simple and delicious dishes. Class will
conclude with samples to taste and recipes to take home.
Instructor: Lalitha Krishnan
Instructor fee: $0
Supply fee:
$10
Resident fee: $9
Non-resident fee: $13
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Sa
11/22
10-noon
18+
OUTDOOR PIZZA PARTY
Come out to Veterans Oasis Park for an outdoor pizza party! We
will learn how to cook our own pizzas in Dutch ovens, and then enjoy
our creations while watching a movie. Bring a friend!
Call 480-782-2895 for more information.
Resident fee: $12
Non-resident fee: $16
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11/13 4:30 -6 p.m.
10-15 yrs
Free family EVENTS
MONTHLY FAMILY BIRDWALK
Desert Rivers Audubon leads free guided bird watching tours
through Veterans Oasis Park on the first Saturday of every month
from November - April. One-hour walks begin every 30 minutes
starting at 8 a.m. Be prepared for the outdoors! Bring binoculars,
water, and wear good walking shoes and a hat.
Instructor: Desert Rivers Audubon volunteers
Sa
11/1
8 a.m. - noon
All Ages
FRIDAY FEEDING FRENZY!
Have you ever wondered what the live animals at the EEC eat for
dinner? Have you ever seen a snake stalk its prey? Join the EEC
EVENING YOGA FLOW
staff on the third Friday of each month for a live animal feeding.
Discover the benefits of yoga in this slow flow class that emphasizes
basic postures. This class is suitable for beginner and advanced practi- Meet the animals in our nature center and learn about their diets.
Stick around and watch the animals being fed.
tioners. Emphasis will be on basic yoga postures but more advanced
postures will be added as needed. Practice strength, flexibility, balance Instructor: EEC Volunteer
11/7
3:30-4 p.m.
All Ages
and deep relaxation. Everyone is welcome bring a mat or beach towel. F
Instructor: Jackie Pinho
Instructor fee: $24
Supply fee: $0
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10/21-11/25
6:30-7:30 p.m.
12 yrs+ SONORAN SUNSET SERIES
Now in its 6th season, Sonoran Sunset Series features free, live,
*No Class 11/11
lakeside entertainment suitable for the entire family! Guests may
bring blankets, chairs, and food. This month a performance by
Dry River Yacht Club will be held at the lakeside amphitheater in
PILATES AT THE EEC
Veterans Oasis Park. In case of inclement weather, the perforRelax your mind and body in this fun class suitable for all fitness levmance will be held inside the EEC.
els. Build a stronger core, improve posture and increase strength and
Th
11/20
6-7 p.m.
All Ages
flexibility. Learn exercises that you can perform anywhere without any
special equipment or machines. Bring a mat or beach towel.
Instructor: Debra Crockett Instructor fee: $36
Supply: $0
6th ANNUAL FALL FISHING CLINIC & OUTDOOR SAFETY
Resident fee: $10
Non-resident fee: $14
EVENT
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11/3-11/19
6:30-7:30 p.m.
16+
A collaborative effort between the EEC, the Chandler Heights
Police Substation , Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD)
and the Chandler Fire Department, this event features information
booths, activities and demonstrations all focused around the
theme of safety. Concurrently, there will be a fishing clinic led by
sports instructors, who will also have a limited supply of bait and
loaner rods on hand. Participants who register at the AZGFD
booth during the event may fish without a license during the clinic.
Sa
11/22
8:30 a.m.– noon
All Ages
FREE LECTURE
CLIMATE CHANGE: EVERYTHING YOU WANTED TO KNOW
BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK
Learn the science from the spin! In this 75-minute seminar and
slide show, Dr. Blaine Hannafin tells the story of our climate, giving a broad overview of the science and the observations that our
climate is changing. We will address these questions:
* What is the evidence that the climate is warming?
* How does climate change affect severe weather patterns?
* What changes are we seeing, and what changes will our children have to live with?
This seminar incorporates information from the latest IPCC Report, NASA animations, as well as material and curriculum from a
course offered through the University of British Columbia.
Sa
11/8
11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 12 yrs+