Parks and Recreation
News Release
For Immediate Release: Oct. 11, 2010
Contact: Kim Becker
City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department
Thanksgiving-Themed Events Bring Families Together
HENDERSON, Nev.— The City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department is hosting several Thanksgiving-themed activities and events this season. The programs are designed to bring families together through parks and recreation. Parents are encouraged to register in advance as space may be limited. Register online at cityofhenderson.com, in person at any City of Henderson recreation center, or at the self-serve kiosks located at City Hall, (240 Water St.), Henderson Multigenerational Center (250 S. Green Valley Pkwy.), and Black Mountain Recreation Center (599 Greenway Rd.).
Puttin’ For Poultry
If you think you may be the next golf legend, then sign up and show off your putting skills. You get three tries to sink a hole-in-one. Register by Nov. 5.
Location: Whitney Ranch Recreation Center, 1575 Galleria Dr.
Ages 6-12
6:00-7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9 (54016-36) Free
A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving
Join us for Charlie Brown’s annual Thanksgiving dinner. We’ll recreate his pretzels, popcorn, and jelly bean dinner and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the movie. Register by Nov. 6.
Location: Whitney Ranch Recreation Center, 1575 Galleria Dr.
Ages 5-10
10:00-11:30 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 13 (294000-36) $8
Turkey Shoot
Think you can win a Thanksgiving turkey? Take aim with 10 shots for $5 and find out. Prizes are awarded in each age division, with divisions based on age: 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-17, and 18+. Register by Nov. 6.
Location: Black Mountain Recreation Center, 599 Greenway Rd.
Ages 8+
5:30-8:00 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 17 (154028-00) $5
Rad Tad Turkey Day
Rad Tad needs your help as he prepares for Thanksgiving. Join in the fun as we make handprint turkeys, play games, and enjoy some snacks. Rad Tad will also give a demonstration on water safety. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 2 and under attend for free.
Location: Whitney Ranch Indoor Pool, 1575 C Galleria Dr.
All ages
1:00-3:00 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 20 (436615-00) $1-2
Little Tom Turkey
Thanksgiving is near, so let’s read a story about a wild turkey that grows up to be a big gobbler. Each child will color a page related to the story. Parents are welcome to take children on an educational walk around our ponds after story time.
Location: Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve, 350 E. Galleria Dr.
Ages 3-5
10:00-10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 23 (activity 194004-66) Free
For additional information, visit cityofhenderson.com or call 267-4000.
The nationally accredited City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department provides premium services through diverse and innovative parks, recreation and natural resource opportunities. It serves the community with seven recreation centers (including a facility for adults 50+), 11 pools, 50 parks, five skate parks, two sports complexes, more than 60 linear miles of trails, Acacia Demonstration Gardens, the Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve, and thousands of programs for people of all ages and abilities.
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