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MAY
2013 EVENT/ACTIVITY LISTINGS
GLENDALE,
Ariz.
– The following events are offered from the city of Glendale
Parks, Recreation and Library Services in May. The programs are free
unless otherwise stated.
Gentle
Reads Book Discussion Group
10
a.m. to 12 p.m., Wednesday, May 1 at the Foothills Branch Library,
19055 N. 57th Ave.
Join
the library on the first Wednesday of every month to discuss
emotionally-uplifting and inspirational fiction. This month's
selection is “Caleb’s Crossing” by Geraldine
Brooks. Call 623-930-3844 for more information.
The
Business Forum
5:30
to 7:15 p.m., Wednesday, May 1 at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W.
Brown St.
The
Business Forum is a free networking business development group.
Bring plenty of business cards and meet new business contacts and
new friends, both men and women. Tell your story in 30 seconds or
less. For more information contact Joan Howard at 602-725-3246.
Smart
Start!
10:30
to 11 a.m., Thursday, May 2 at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W.
Brown St.
Have
fun and grow together during this fun, interactive time for children
birth to age 3. Includes songs, stories, activities and early
literacy tips for parents and caregivers. For more information, call
623-930-3537.
Fantastic
Cup Cakes for Mother’s Day
11
a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, May 5 at the Foothills Recreation &
Aquatics Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Dr.
Mother’s
Day is quickly approaching and you can learn to make cupcakes and
discover the most exciting and unusual ways to decorate them with
fondant just for the occasion. Combine art and pastry recipes to
make delicious and beautiful cupcakes. Impress your family and
friends when you take them home. A $15 supply fee collected at
class. Class registration is $31 (non-residents $37) Spanish
available on request. For more information, call 623-930-4613.
Instant
Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People
1
to 3:30 p.m., Sunday, May 5 at the Foothills Recreation &
Aquatics Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Dr.
Want
to learn the guitar but have difficulty finding the time? In just a
few hours, you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you
years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private
lessons to do it. This crash course teaches some basic chords and
gets you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Topics
include how to form the three main types of chords, tuning your
guitar, basic strumming patterns, how to buy a good guitar and more.
Bring your acoustic guitar. Instructor will collect $29 for workbook
and practice DVD. Class registration is $35 (non-residents $42). For
more information, call 623-930-4613.
Swim
Lesson Registration
Begins
May 6 for Glendale residents and May 9 for both residents and
non-residents
Both
group and private swim lessons will be offered at the Foothills
Recreation & Aquatics Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Dr., and the
Rose Lane Aquatics Center, 5003 W. Marlette Ave. Group lessons for
all ages and levels are $26 ($49 non-resident) for eight, 30-minute
sessions that meet Monday–Thursday over a two-week period. Private
lessons are 30 minutes and scheduled as a package of 2 lessons.
Private lessons are available for ages 5 years to adult. Two
30-minute private lessons are $35 (non-residents $42). Registrations
may be completed online, by phone or walk-in. For complete
registration details, pick up a copy of the SPLASHBOOK available at
the Foothills Center, Glendale Adult Center or Glendale libraries or
visit www.GlendaleAZ.com/ParksAndRecreation.
How
to Find and Get Your Perfect Job
10
a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 7, at the Glendale Main Library,
5959 W. Brown St.
Participants
will learn the three stages of a successful job hunt: exploration,
preparation and action. The use of assessments, personal branding,
networking, résumés and Internet job searching will be linked with
résumé distribution, interview preparation and timely follow-up.
Registration required. Call 623-930-3530 for information.
Puppets
@ the Teague!
10:30
to 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 8 at the Velma Teague Branch Library,
7010 N. 58th Ave.
The
talented librarian puppeteers of the Velma Teague Branch Library
will be presenting a storytime puppet show for children.
Registration is not required. Call 623-930-3437 for more
information.
Brown
Bag Booktalk
12
to 1 p.m., Wednesday, May 8 at the
Velma Teague Branch Library, 7010 N. 58th Ave.
You
bring your lunch; we bring the coffee and some fresh-brewed book
recommendations. Feel free to bring a book to share with the group
during this book discussion time. For more information, call
623-930-3440.
Lions,
and Lions and Lions OH MY!
3:30
to 5 p.m., Wednesday, May 8 at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W.
Brown St.
Join
us for a roarin' good time as we create artistic lion masks in
preparation for the Arizona Broadway Theatre’s Theatre For Young
Audiences performance of “Androcles and The Lion” to be held May
9. Space is limited in this craft aimed at school-aged children.
Younger children may attend if accompanied by an adult. For more
information, call 623-930-3540.
Best
of the West Book Discussion Group
2
to 3:30 p.m., Thursday, May 9 at the
Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown St.
Join
us as we discuss books with Southwest themes. This month's title is
“The Worst Hard Time: The Untold Story of Those Who Survived the
Great American Dust Bowl” by Timothy Egan. For more information
call 623-594-6030.
Androcles
and the Lion
4
to 4:50 p.m., Thursday, May 9 at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W.
Brown St.
Arizona
Broadway Theatre returns to the Glendale Main Library auditorium
with a classic tale of friendship from their Theatre For Young
Audiences season, “Androcles and The Lion.” This fully-staged,
fully-costumed performance is designed for ages 5 and up and is sure
to delight both children and adults. For more information, call
623-930-3540.
Read
Local: Historical Romance!
2
to 3:15 p.m., Saturday, May 11, at the Velma Teague Branch Library,
7010 N. 58th Ave.
Shop
local, eat local...why not “Read Local”? Find something new to
read and show support for local authors while they discuss and sign
their small-press and self-published historical romances. Each
author will have approximately 5 minutes to promote her book, with a
group signing afterward.
Authors
participating include Linda Andrews, Jennifer Ashley, Jenn Czep,
Lori Hines, Marie Patrick, Anna Questerly and Vijaya Schartz. The
program is free, but books will be available for purchase and
signing. Book prices will vary. For more information, please call
623-930-3431.
Glen
Lakes Junior Golf Academy
2
to 3 p.m., Saturdays, May 11, 18, 25 and Aug. 1 at Glen Lakes
Municipal Golf Course, 5450 W. Northern Ave.
The
Junior Golf Academy is a fun, interactive approach to growing junior
participation in golf, with PGA professionals at the forefront of
the experience. The objective is to develop core golfers, ages 7-17,
who will continue to play socially or competitively, based on
individual desires. Clubs provided if needed. Classes held at the
newly renovated Glen Lakes Golf Course. Class is $50 (non-resident
$60). For more information or to register, call 623-930-4613.
Bread
Baking
12:30
to 2:30 p.m., Sunday, May 12 at the Foothills Recreation &
Aquatics Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Dr.
Enjoy
a wonderful experience of baking bread. In this class, students
learn to make a cool-rise technique wheat bread, jumbo cinnamon
rolls and pizza dough. Recipes will be distributed at class. A $5
supply fee collected at class. Class registration is $40
(non-resident $48). For more information or to register, call
623-930-4613.
Real
to Reel Book Discussion
1
to 3 p.m., Monday, May 13 at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W.
Brown St.
Join us for a discussion of a book made into a movie. Read the book
or see the movie or do both! The selection for May is “The Help”
by Kathryn
Stockett. For more information, call 623-930-3555.
The
Society of Bibliographic Logomachists
1:30
to 3:30 p.m. Monday, May 13 at the Foothills Branch Library, 19055
N. 57th Ave.
Teens,
13-18, are invited to join the Society's exploration of classic
literature. Meetings are twice a month on the second and fourth
Monday of each month. Contact Tonie at 602-547-5972 for current book
title and registration.
Acoustic
Jam
6
to 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 14 at the Foothills Branch Library, 19055 N.
57th Ave.
Bring
your acoustic instrument and play round-robin style. Audience is
welcome to attend. For more information, call 623-930-3844.
Dog
Behavior Training Class
7
to 8:15 p.m., Tuesdays, May 14, 21, 28 and June 4 at Acoma Park,
5251 W. Acoma Dr.
Train
your dog using friendly, nonviolent techniques. Sit; stay; come;
down; walking on a leash; behavior topics; solving problems such as
chewing, barking, biting, jumping and more are covered. Bring your
dog, leash, treats in small pieces, water bowl, water, your dog’s
favorite toy and training equipment already in use. Manual and
training aid included. Handlers age 16 and under must be accompanied
by an adult. Dogs must be at least five months old and have proof of
shots. The four-week class is $59 (non-resident $71). For more
information or to register, call 623-930-4613.
Basic
Estate Planning – An Introduction
6:30
to 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 15 at the Foothills Recreation &
Aquatics Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Dr.
Establish
or refine your financial and estate planning goals. Learn to avoid
probate; the ins and outs of wills, trusts, living wills and powers
of attorney; how to protect your assets and more. Class is for ages
18 and older and is $19 per person or couple (non-residents $23).
For more information or to register, call 623-930-4613.
A
Novel Approach Book Discussion Group
7
to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 15 at the Foothills Branch Library, 19055
N. 57th Ave.
Join
us on the third Wednesday of every month to discuss engaging and
thought-provoking popular fiction. This month's selection is
“Where’d You Go Bernadette” by Maria Semple. Call Sarah at
623-930-3844 for a list of discussion titles and more information.
A
Day in the Life of a Nurse – Choosing a Career in Nursing
6:30
to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 16 at the Velma Teague Library, 7010 N.
58th Ave.
Velma
Teague Library presents the first in a series of panels on choosing
a future career. This first session features both graduate and
student nurses discussing their experiences in the nursing field.
Take the opportunity to discuss the various educational paths and
real-life experiences of professional nurses. Teens and adults of
all ages are welcome. The event is free and open to the public and
registration is recommended. Call 623-930-3431 for more information.
Glendale
Coffeehouse
6:30
to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 16 at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W.
Brown St.
Join
us the third Thursday evening of every month for acoustic music from
area musicians. Call 623-930-3573 for more information.
Child
Care & Babysitting Workshop
9
a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 18 at the Foothills Recreation &
Aquatics Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Dr.
Ages
12-18 can get training on safe and fun ways to babysit and care for
children. Class covers CPR, first aid, techniques for working with
active children and how to have a successful babysitting adventure.
Build confidence, self-esteem and skills necessary to care for
infants and children on a daily basis and in emergency situations.
Bring a sack lunch. The workshop is $65 (non-resident $78). For more
information or to register, call 623-930-4613.
Bowling
Bonanza
9
to 11 a.m., Saturdays, May 18 - July 13 at Glenfair Lanes Bowling
Alley, 6110 N. 59th Ave.
This
bowling program is specially designed for individuals with physical,
mental, emotional or social disabilities. Ages 8 and older can make
new friends, improve their bowling game and enjoy the support of
other participants. Bowling ramps are available to registered
bowlers. Instruction is not provided. The league is $23
(non-resident $30) and includes a bowling ball and shoes. For more
information, contact Anthony Garcia at 623-930-4335 or agarcia@glendaleaz.com.
36th
Annual Public Star Party
7
to 9:30 p.m., Saturday, May 18 at Thunderbird Conservation Park,
67th Avenue and Patrick Lane
Members
of the Saguaro Astronomy Club will have telescopes, both large and
small, set up and available for public viewing. They will show a
variety of astronomical objects including the Moon, planets, stars
and deep sky wonders. Members will be glad to answer questions you
may have about the heavens and astronomy in general. Please join us
for a night under the stars! Hosted by the Saguaro Astronomy Club.
Soups
for Spring and Summer Class
12:30
to 3:30 p.m., Sunday, May 19 at the Foothills Recreation &
Aquatics Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Dr.
Master
a few basic cooking skills, learn a few tricks of the trade and
start to enjoy cooking in your own kitchen. For a light lunch, a
family dinner, steaming hot or icy cold, seasonal soups are a great
way to feed a hungry family. Taught by Kent McDonald a certified
personal chef. A $10 supply fee collected at class. Class is for
ages 16 and older and is $50 (non-resident $60). For more
information or to register, call 623-930-4613.
Convert
Older Technology to New
10
a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday, May 20 at the Glendale Adult Center, 5970 W.
Brown St.
Do
you have cassette tapes and no cassette player to play them? Do you
have 35mm film and slides that you want prints of but cannot get
them processed at a reasonable cost? Learn how easy it is to do it
yourself. Convert cassette tapes to CDs (MP3) and 35mm film and
slides to digital. Time will be allotted in class to work with the
instructor’s units. Please bring negatives/slides and/or cassette
tapes along with a blank USB flash drive (music) and an SD card
(digital prints). This one-day class is $35 (non-resident $42). For
more information or to register, call 623-930-4613.
The
58th Avenue Book Group
10:15
to 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 16 at the Velma Teague Branch Library,
7010 N. 58th Ave.
Join
us for coffee, donuts and great discussion. May’s selection is
“The Light Between Oceans” by M.L. Stedman. A limited number of
copies will be available at the Velma Teague Reference Desk. For
more information, please call 623-930-3431.
More
than Cold Feet: Peripheral Vascular Disease
6:30
to 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 21 at the Foothills Branch Library, 19055 N.
57th Ave.
Kelley
A. Gillroy, D.P.M. of Midwestern University Foot and Ankle Clinic
and Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine will present this lecture.
Poor circulation in the legs is more than just an inconvenience. It
can be a sign of a more serious condition, which requires medical
intervention. Join Dr. Gillroy as she takes you through the symptoms
of Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) and Peripheral Artery Disease
(PAD), how the conditions can be diagnosed and the latest treatments
that help offset symptoms and restore quality of life. For more
information, call 623-930-3868.
Ebook
Reader Lab
1
to 2:30 p.m., Thursday, May 23 at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W.
Brown St.
Digital
Librarian Marlene Jacobson will help you with your digital reader.
Bring your own eReader for specific advice. An assortment of the
most popular readers will also be available for you to explore. No
registration is necessary. For more information, call 623-930-3531.
Getting
Crafty with Miss Janet!
3:30
to 4 p.m., Thursday, May 23 at the Velma Teague Branch Library, 7010
N. 58th Ave.
This
month Miss Janet will be helping you create a beautiful butterfly
picture frame.
Crafters younger than 6 years old will need an adult helper.
Registration is not required. For more information, call
623-930-3437.
Live
at the Library
6:30
to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 23 at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W.
Brown St.
Enjoy
a live musical concert. For more information and details on the
performance, call 623-930-3573.
Social
Dance
6:30
to 9 p.m., Friday, May 24 at the Foothills Recreation & Aquatics
Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Dr.
Experience
Ballroom, Jazz and more. Highlights include an instruction session
and dance performances. Admission is $7 at the door (non-resident
$9). For more information, call 623-930-4613.
Sahuaro
Ranch Licensed G.R.A.S.P.
7
a.m. to 6 p.m., May 28 - August 6, Monday – Friday, at Sahuaro
Ranch Elementary, 10401 N 63rd Ave.
This licensed summer recreation program for children features arts
and crafts, games, sports activities and more. The registration fee
is $30 (non-residents $40). The weekly rate is $100 (non-residents
$125), the daily rate is $25 (non-residents $30) and the half day
rate is $15 (non-resident $18). To register or for more information,
call 623-930-2820.
Afternoon
Delight
1
p.m., Wednesday, May 29 at the Glendale Adult Center, 5970 W. Brown
St.
Enjoy
entertainment from the Senior Fiesta Dancers plus a dessert!
Sponsored by CAREMORE. For more information, call 623-930-4321.
Writers
Group Workshop
6
to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 29 at the Foothills Branch Library, 19055
N. 57th Ave.
Join
us the final Wednesday of each month to meet fellow writers and hear
thoughtful feedback on your work. All genres and writing styles
welcome. New attendees must call to register. For more information
or to register, call 623-930-3853.
"Get
Graphic!" Teen Book Club
6:30
to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 30 at the Velma Teague Branch Library,
7010 N. 58th Ave.
Manga
and comic book fans will not want to miss this monthly opportunity
to talk with other teens about their favorite graphic reads.
Upcoming movies and video games are also discussed. Bring along a
graphic novel or comic book of your choice. Snacks will be provided.
Open to ages 12-18. Register at www.glendaleaz.com/Library/LibraryEvents.cfm
or call 623-930-3437.
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