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Programs & Events Guide

Parks & Recreation

FALL 2016

PlayBook

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Contact Information

Parks & Facilities

Events

Youth Programming

Fitness Programming

Silver Club (55+)

Youth & Adult Sports

Celebrate With Us!

Park & Class Policies

Tennis Programming

Refund Policy

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Park Walking Maps

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Teen Programming

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THE MISSION OF THE PARKS & RECREATION

DEPARTMENT IS TO PROVIDE WORLD CLASS

PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES,

PROGRAMS & EVENTS FOR PEOPLE OF ALL

AGES & ABILITIES.

Edward Rojas

City Manager

Albert Childress

Assistant City Manager

Mayor

Luigi Boria

Councilman

Pete Cabrera

Councilwoman

Sandra Ruiz

Councilwoman

Ana Maria Rodriguez

Vice Mayor

Christi Fraga

@cityofdoral

“SOCIAL MEDIA IS THE ULTIMATE EQUALIZER.

IT GIVES A VOICE AND A PLATFORM TO ANYONE WILLING TO ENGAGE.”

AMY JO MARTIN

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PHONE 305-593-6600 · FAX 305-593-6615 · WEBSITE www.cityofdoral.com/parks

Barbara Hernandez

Parks & Recreation Director

[email protected]

Lazaro Quintero Erin Weislow

Assistant Parks & Recreation Director Recreation Administrator

[email protected] [email protected]

Ashley Barcena Meaghan Garcia

Administrative Assistant Accounting Clerk


Parks & Recreation Team

Brittney Hatem Andrew Havens

Sponsorship & Recreation Coordinator Recreation Programs Coordinator


Steven Diaz Jeorge Vega

Recreation Programs Coordinator Recreation Programs Coordinator


Programs & Sports Division

Jessica Roth Amy Miller

Special Events Coordinator Events Specialist


Diana Maldonado Laura Medina

Cultural Arts Specialist Events Aide


Events Division

Michael Festa Mauricio Narvaez

Parks Maintenance Supervisor Recreation Facility Supervisor


Parks Supervisors

PARK HOLIDAY HOURS

New Year’s Day

MLK Day

President’s Day

Memorial Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Columbus Day

Veteran’s Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

New Year’s Eve

Parks Closed*

8:00am—8:00pm

8:00am—8:00pm

8:00am—8:00pm

8:00am—6:00pm

8:00am—8:00pm

8:00am—8:00pm

8:00am—8:00pm

8:00am—2:30pm

8:00am—6:30pm

8:00am—4:30pm

Parks Closed

8:00am—6:30pm

*Downtown Doral Park & Trails & Tails will

remain open New Year’s Day

HOURS OF OPERATION

Park Hours

For the full list of park hours, please visit our

website:

www.cityofdoral.com/parks

Morgan Levy Park Community Center Hours

Monday-Friday 9:00am - 9:00pm

Saturday 9:00am - 4:00pm

Sunday Closed

Morgan Levy Park Community Center:

Phone: 305-482-9590

Fax: 305-482-9591

E-mail: [email protected]

Doral Central Park (82 acres)

Doral Meadow Park (14 acres) Morgan Levy Park (14 acres)

Veterans Park (1.3 acres) Downtown Doral Park (3 acres)

Trails & Tails Park (8.3 acres)

P A R K A M E N I T I E S

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HOWL-O-WEEN

VETERAN’S DAY PARADE & CEREMONY

PARK & TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

Saturday October 29, 2016 9:30am-11:30am Trails & Tails Park

Come join us for our 3rd annual Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular event! Enter the contest by dressing up your four-legged friend in their best Halloween costume and you could win fun prizes! It will surely be a treat!

Friday, November 11, 2016 Parade Time: 10:00am Parade Route: Along 33rd street and end at Veteran’s Park Ceremony Time: 11:00am Veterans Park (10190 NW 33rd Street)

Join the City of Doral as it honors our Veterans with a Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony. Help us honor the brave men and women that have defended our freedoms with a parade leading to a special ceremony, which will include key speakers and your opportunity to purchase a memorial brick for that special veteran in your life.

Friday, December 2, 2016 6:00pm -9:00pm Downtown Doral Park

Join us as we light up the Downtown Doral Park and Government Center with brilliant lights to kick off the holiday season! There will be holiday sweets, performances and a hot chocolate drink cart. There will be Arts & Crafts for the kids as well as writing a letter to Santa!

Saturday, December 3, 2016 9:00am – 11:00am Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School

Come have breakfast with jolly ol’ Santa Clause and take pictures with him too! There will also be story time and arts and crafts for all to enjoy!

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HOLIDAY LIGHTS & ICE

Friday, December 09, 2016 6:00pm – 10:00pm Doral Central Park

Visit us at Doral Central Park as it turns into a Winter Wonderland! There will be mechanical rides, food, live music, and snow! There will be fun for everyone of all ages!

Cultural Events

DORAL OPERA CONCERT: A MUSICAL GALA OF VOICES

ART AFTER DARK: ART WORKSHOP SERIES

HISPANIC HERITAGE DORAL ART EXHIBIT

Saturday, September 3, 2016 8:00pm – 10:00pm Ronald Reagan Senior High School

Enjoy an evening of beautiful melodies presented by The Manny Perez Vocal Studio and made famous by artists like Andrea Bocelli, Sarah Brightman, Josh Groban, Luciano Pavarotti and many more. Including songs and arias from Carmen, The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Spanish Boleros and Tangos. This event is free and open to the public.

Thursday, September 8, 2016 6:00pm - 8:00pm Frost Art Museum 10975 SW 17th Street, Miami, FL 33199

Join us for our Art After Dark series and expand your artistic knowledge. The series features guided tours of current exhibitions at the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum, art making opportunities, refreshments, and entertainment including live music, performances and more. Every Art After Dark is different, so attend them all! Free parking and admission. Workshop is limited to 30 participants and RSVP required by September 2nd. Participants must be 21 or older. To RSVP or for more information, please email [email protected] or call 305-593-6611.

Friday, September 16, 2016 (Opening Reception) 6:00pm - 9:00pm Government Center Two week Long Display until Friday, September 30, 2016

Join us for the opening reception of the Hispanic Heritage Doral 2016 Art Exhibit depicting the theme of “Traditions” within the Hispanic Culture. The opening reception will consist of light foods, refreshments and music. Come and enjoy this open exhibit and see the interpretations of Hispanic Heritage by local artists, which will be on display until Friday, September 30th.

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Exhibit


MOVIES AT THE PARK

Downtown Doral Park Friday – 7:30pm to 9:30pm November 4, 2016 FREE

HISPANIC HERITAGE DORAL CONCERT: FRONTERAS RECITAL

HISPANIC HERITAGE CELEBRATION

ART KNIGHTS AT DOWNTOWN DORAL PARK PRESENTS MIAMI CITY BALLET: BALLET FOR

YOUNG PEOPLE

Thursday October 6, 2016 8:00pm - 10:00pm Miami Dade College, West Campus

Join us for an evening recital that explores the music of contemporary Mexican composers Virginia Covarrubias and Gustavo Martin. Each song performed will contain elements arising from the traditional "Classical music" and creations by Mexican composers ranging from minimalist to Latin American. This recital is sure to indulge your ears with modern and attractive sounds by the duo of Cello and Piano musical instruments. Seating is limited, early arrival is encouraged. This event is free and open to the public.

Friday, October 14, 2016 7:00pm – 9:00pm Downtown Doral Park

This year’s event will feature show-stopping musical and cultural performances, Hispanic countries art exhibits and culinary treats for all to enjoy. This promises to be a night filled with plenty of entertaining heritage to celebrate. This event is free and open to the public.

Saturday, November 19, 2016 Start time: 6:00pm

The City of Doral invites you to Art Knights at Downtown Doral Park as we partner with world-class organizations to bring the vibrant art scene to life in our community. Join Miami City Ballet for an interactive, behind-the-scenes look at the art of ballet. Learn how ballet began, what it takes to become a professional ballet dancer and how a ballet is created. You’ll see child-friendly performance excerpts by the MCB School Ensemble from Miami City Ballet’s repertoire, including Marius Petipa’s famed fairy-tale ballet The Sleeping Beauty, Puss N’ Boots, Cinderella and Little Red Riding Hood, which are sure to be a fun experience for the whole family! This event is presented by the Knight Foundation, Knights Art Challenge as part of a grant received by the City of Doral. Free admission and parking.

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Interested in Sponsoring a Parks & Recreation Program or Event?

The City of Doral offers many opportunities for sponsorship. We have several parks and facilities in which numerous functions and events take place.

For more information Contact:

Brittney Hatem

Sponsorship & Recreation Coordinator

(305) 593– 6600

[email protected]

& Get Your Business Noticed!

For additional information, contact Steven Diaz at

[email protected]

ADULT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

The City of Doral offers an adult volunteer program for those interested in coaching youth sports.

We rely heavily on volunteer youth sports coaches to help provide participants with quality recreational experiences.

Let’s work together to make a difference.

*Please note that ALL adult volunteer applicants must go through an extensive background check.


mailto:[email protected]

Looking for community service hours? Join our Students in Action Volunteer Program!

High School Students. If you are a high school student interested in becoming a Parks &

Recreation volunteer, visit our website at

www.cityofdoral.com/parks and complete the application and waiver

form. For more information, please email [email protected] or

call 305-593-6600

HOOPS NIGHT

Friday, September 23, 2016 6:30pm Morgan Levy Park Basketball Courts Ages: 13-17 FREE!

TEEN basketball stars (ages 13-17) are invited to participate in this 3-on-3 basketball tour-

nament! Teams must consist of no more than 5 players, and no less than 3. Players may

only play for one team.

GAME SHOW NIGHT

Friday, October 21, 2016 6:30pm Morgan Levy Community Center Ages: 13-17 FREE!

Teens ages 13-17 will team up and engage in a fun and interactive game show experience.

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CRAFTY ART Every Thursday 6:00pm – 7:00pm Morgan Levy Community Center Fall A Session: Thursday, September 1, 2016 – Thursday, October 20, 2016 Resident Fee: $40 Non-Resident Fee: $48 Fall B Session: Thursday, November 3, 2016 – Thursday, December 15, 2016 Resident Fee: $30 Non-Resident Fee: $36 Get your creative side on and join us for our weekly Artsy Art program! Participants will be able to explore their creativity using different materials while interacting with others. This class promises to be filled with fun and challenging hands on projects and activities! Maximum:12


JUST YOU & ME Every Friday 10:30am—11:30am Morgan Levy Community Center Fall A Session: Friday, Sept. 2, 2016 – Friday, Oct. 21, 2016 Resident Fee: $40 Non-Resident Fee: $48 Fall B Session: Friday, Nov. 4, 2016 – Friday, Dec. 16, 2016 Resident Fee: $25 Non-Resident Fee: $30 You and your child will bond and enjoy developmentally age appropriate arts and crafts activities and active indoor games. Take this great opportunity to make friends and socialize with other parents. Maximum: 12

START SMART BASKETBALL Every Wednesday 5:00pm – 6:00pm Morgan Levy Park Basketball Courts Fall Session: Wednesday, August 31, 2016 – Wednesday, October 5, 2016

Resident Fee: $36 Non-Resident Fee: $43

This is a basketball program for beginners designed to teach fundamental skills such as dribbling, shooting, and passing while preparing participants to engage in organized basketball games. The children will work one-on-one with their parents through the guidance of an instructor throughout the six-week course. *Parents are required to attend and participate at each class.*

STORY TIME Dates: September 12, 2016

October 17, 2016 November 14, 2016

10:30am – 11:30am Morgan Levy Community Center Ages: 1-5 FREE! Come enjoy stories, songs, and visual tales that delight and entertain as well as encourage the love of reading.

First Steps Dance

Ages: 3-4

4:30pm-5:15pm

DANCE PROGRAMMING Tuesdays & Thursdays Morgan Levy Community Center Fall A Session: Thursday, Sept. 1, 2016 – Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016 Resident Fee: $150 Non-Resident Fee: $180 Fall B Session: Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016 – Thursday, Dec. 15, 2016 Resident Fee: $120 Non-Resident Fee: $144

Dance Juniors

Ages: 7-11

5:15pm– 6:00pm

Dance Minis

Ages: 5-6

6:00pm—6:45pm

CODE EXPLORERS: COMPUTATIONAL THINKING & CODING Every Tuesday 6:30pm – 8:00pm Morgan Levy Community Center Fall A Session: Tuesday, September 6, 2016 – Tuesday, October 18, 2016 Resident Fee: $160 Non-Resident Fee: $192 Fall B Session: Tuesday, November 1, 2016 – Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Resident Fee: $135 Non-Resident Fee: $162 Supply Fee: $65 (One-Time Fee) *includes a take home table to keep* CODE EXPLORERS® is an award-winning organization dedicated to teaching, motivating, and expanding

participation in computer science, technology and engineering using mobile technology and learning. CODE

EXPLORERS® help students develop the capabilities and skills they are going to need to live better lives.

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TEACHER PLANNING DAY CAMPS Dates: Monday, October 3, 2016 Wednesday, October 12, 2016 Tuesday, November 8, 2016 (@ Doral Legacy Park ONLY) Wednesday, November 23, 2016 7:30am – 6:00pm Morgan Levy Community Center Ages: 5-13 Resident Fee: $22 (per day) Non-Resident: $27 (One-time $4 T-Shirt fee required for all participants) Teacher Planning Day is a one day camp that offers exciting and eventful indoor/outdoor activities, games, movies, and more. This is a unique program that integrates educational and fun components. Price includes lunch and snack.

MIND LAB Doral Legacy Park Every Wednesday Fall B Session: Wednesday, November 2, 2016 – Wednesday, December 14, 2016 Resident Fee: $100 Non-Resident Fee: $120 Ages: 3-5 Time: 4:00pm – 4:45pm Ages: 6-8 Time: 5:00pm – 6:00pm Children ages 3-8 will experience a worldwide innovative program endorsed by Yale University that enhances thinking abilities and life skills through strategy and mind games. Program teaches students HOW to think rather than WHAT to think.

WALK, DORAL! WALKING GROUP (SELF-GUIDED) ONGOING

Tuesdays & Thursdays 9am-10am & Mondays &

Wednesdays 6:30pm-7:30pm

Ages: 12+ years old Fee: FREE

Get out and Walk, Doral! Pick the days & times that work

best for you. This low impact exercise is a great way to

improve your fitness level and health! Don't miss the

chance to meet fellow walkers while improving your

cardiovascular endurance. Track laps/ miles walked and

receive prizes based on achievements! Walking is free and

an activity that everyone can do, join and walk your way

to better health, today! Register at: Morgan Levy Park

Community Center. The Walk, Doral! Walking Club meets

inside the Morgan Levy Park Community Center.

FREE YOGA @ DORAL CENTRAL PARK

Every Saturday

9:00am-10:15am

Improve your health by increasing flexibility, gaining

muscle strength, toning your body, and decreasing stress!

All Levels are welcome to attend. All ages welcome.

Classes subject to weather. *All participants must

complete a registration form and waiver to participate.

Registration available at Morgan Levy Park Community

Center and the day of at Doral Central Park.

CORE YOGA Every Wednesday 7:00pm – 8:00pm Morgan Levy Community Center Ages: 13+ Fall A Session: Wednesday, August 31, 2016 – Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Resident Fee: $96 Non-Resident Fee: $115 Fall B Session: Wednesday, November 2, 2016 – Wednesday, December 14, 2016 Resident Fee: $84 Non-Resident Fee: $101 Single Class Rate: $12 per class (Cash Only) CORE Yoga teaches basic and intermediate yoga techniques while engaging participants in a concentrated, slow-paced workout. Participants must supply their own yoga mat for each class.

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Bananas supply proper carbohydrates necessary to replace the muscle glycogen (muscle sugar) used.

Green Tea is an excellent source of anti-oxidants


DANCEFIT FUSION BOOT CAMP

Mondays & Wednesdays

Fall A: August 29 - October 19, 2016

Fall B: October 31 - December 19, 2016

Doral Meadow Park

Ages 18+

Dancefit Fusion Bootcamp allows you to get cardiovascular work and strength training done in a

single workout which means you’ll spend less time exercising. This Bootcamp is about a team

environment where both your trainers and fellow Bootcampers motivate and challenge you to reach

your highest potential!

Experience high-intensity, full-body workouts that target the major muscle groups of the upper &

lower body, specifically designed to “make it rain” sweat! From circuit-style routines that jump-start

cardio fitness, to creative muscle-toning exercises using dumbbells, exercise bands, or even the

participant’s body weight, each class brings its own unique challenges. No two classes are the same!

Students will work the session to improve cardiovascular stamina, core strength, & flexibility. A

physical assessment will be done at the beginning and end of each of each 8 week session to gauge

the physical ability of each participant and also to safely build a comparable program for each

participant.

JAZZERCISE LITE

Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am-11:00am Ages: 55+

Fall A: August 16 – October 6, 2016 Residents: $32 Non-Residents: $36

Fall B: October 11 – December 15, 2016 Residents: $38 Non-Residents: $42

This class features fun, friendship, and fitness. Gentle rhythmic movements provide a warm up, followed by a gradual aerobic segment and exercises to help increase bone density and muscle strength. Routines can be easily adapted for all levels of fitness. Bring a smile! You’re going to enjoy yourself! Max Capacity: 25

JAZZERCISE

Mondays/Wednesdays/Thursdays Ages 12+

7:00pm-8:00pm Morgan Levy Community Center

Fee: Resident: $40 (Monthly) Non-Resident: $48 (Monthly)

Registration fee: $25 (one time fee for new customers & those who have not attended within the last year)

Jazzercise is a pulse-pounding, beat-pumping fitness program that gets you results…fast. It’s a calorie-torching, hip-swiveling, Shakira’d-be-proud dance party workout to put your abs to the test, with a hot playlist to distract you from the burn. Incinerate up to 800cph (that’s calories per hour) in one 60 minute class. Our classes—Strike, Fusion, Core, Strength and Dance Mixx—will leave you breathless, toned and coming back for more. Stop working out. Start working it…with Jazzercise.

JR. JAZZERCISE

Mondays/Wednesdays

6:15-7:00pm Ages: 5-12

Ongoing

Resident: $38 (monthly) Non-Resident: $46 (monthly)

Registration fee: $25

(one time fee for new customers & those who have not attended within the last year)

Does your child love to dance and play games? Jr. Jazzercise is a special fitness class for girls ages five and up where we dance, play, present beautifully choreographed shows, and more! This class is a great place for your child to enjoy regular exercise, make friends, overcome shyness, and have fun.

Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Join this class and burn 500-800 calories in 1 hour! This

latin dance inspired cardio class is for all levels featuring the latest in salsa, cumbia, samba,

merengue, cha-cha, reggaeton and more! Easy-to-follow routines feature aerobic fitness interval

training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that maximize caloric output, fat burning and

total body toning. Ditch the workout, join the party!

Morning Sessions: Mondays & Wednesdays 9:00am – 10:00am Fall A Session: Monday, August 29 – Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Resident Fee:$52 Non-Resident Fee: $62 Fall B Session: Monday, October 31– Wednesday, December 14, 2016 Resident Fee:$56 Non-Resident Fee: $67 NO CLASS ON 9/5/16, 10/3/16 & 10/12/16

TAI-CHI FOR BEGINNERS

Ages 18+ Wednesdays – 10:15am-11:15am

Fall A: August 17 - October 15, 2016 55 + Fee: Resident $16 Non-Resident $18 18-54 Fee: Resident $20 Non-Resident $22

Fall B: October 12 - December 14, 2016 55 + Fee: Resident $20 Non-Resident $22 18-54 Fee: Resident $25 Non-Resident $28

ZUMBA GOLD Fridays 9:00am-10:00am Ages: 55+ Fall A: August 19 - October 7, 2016 Residents: $16 Non-Residents: $18 Fall B: October 14 - December 16, 2016 Residents: $18 Non-Residents: $20

Active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba® class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower-intensity. The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba®

choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Come ready to sweat, and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong. Class focuses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance! Max Capacity is 30.

ADVANCED TAI-CHI

Ages 18+ Tuesdays & Thursdays – 9:00am-10:00am

Fall A: August 16 - October 6, 2016 55 + Fee: Resident $32 Non-Resident $36 18-54 Fee: Resident $40 Non-Resident $44

Fall B: October 11 – December 15, 2016 55 + Fee: Resident $38 Non-Resident $42 18-54 Fee: Resident $40 Non-Resident $52

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The slow dance-like speed of Tai-Chi creates balance, flexibility and calmness with an emphasis on deep breathing and using mental imagery. Tai-Chi integrates your mind with your body and if very effective at relieving stress. Max Capacity is 30. Class registration prioritizes senior participation.


Evening Sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:00pm – 9:00pm Fall A Session: Tuesday, September 1— Thursday, October 20, 2016 Resident Fee: $52 Non-Resident Fee: $62 Fall B Session: Tuesday, November 1 – Thursday, December 15, 2016 Resident Fee: $48 Non-Resident Fee: $58 NO CLASS ON 11/8/16 & 11/24/16

Use our parks to help get your daily exercise! Lace up your sneakers, follow

the route highlighted on the walking path map and you’ll be on your way!

Morgan Levy Park

Doral Central Park

Doral Meadow Park

Walking Distance 1/2 Mile

Walking Distance 1/2 Mile

Walking Distance 0.9 Miles

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TRIP & TOUR: HISTORY MIAMI MUSEUM

LET’S DO DINNER: MAI-KAI

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Friday, August 19, 2016 10:00am – 4:30pm Resident: $25 Non-Resident: $27

History Miami Museum gathers, interprets, and presents the history of Miami and the greater South Florida region as a cultural crossroads of the Americas. Through exhibitions, collections, and publications, the museum offers the community, its residents and visitors meaningful ways to connect to the rich past and ever-evolving future of the region and its diverse inhabitants. Bus departs Morgan Levy Park at 10:00am. Bus Ride Duration: 30 minutes. Max Capacity: 19. Lunch is included in Fee.

SOCIAL: SILVER CLUB GRANDPARENT’S DAY BREAKFAST

SOCIAL: SILVER CLUB HISPANIC HERITAGE POTLUCK DINNER & SOCIAL

Saturday, September 10, 2016 10:00am – 1:00pm Resident: $7 Non-Resident: $9 Morgan Levy Park

Bring your grandchildren to celebrate Grandparent's Day in style! Festivities include a delicious breakfast, arts and crafts, and raffles. Seating is first come, first serve. First grandchild per family is free. Children under the age of 2 are free. Maximum Capacity: 70.

Friday, September 30, 2016 6:00 – 8:30pm FREE! Morgan Levy Park

Bring your best Latin dish and join us in a tribute to our Hispanic Heritage! Sign-up at Morgan Levy Park Community Center to bring an appetizer, entree, or dessert. There will be social dancing, recipe-sharing, raffles, and cultural performance! Don't forget to come dressed in your native dress! Max Capacity: 70.

Friday, October 21, 2016 3:30pm-8:00pm Resident: $5 Non-Residents: $7

The roaring drums sound the beginning of the exciting Islander revue. You will be enticed by the romantic Hawaiian wedding dance and the thrilling Samoan fire knife dance performed by our native Polynesian dancers. The colorful hand sewn costumes are created to set the mood of the music and drumbeats. Max Capacity: 35.

FREE

Morgan Levy Park Community Center Fridays 5:00pm - 7:00pm

August 26, 2016 September 16, 2016

October 14, 2016

Registration deadline: The Friday before each scheduled bingo night Pre-registration is required. Max Capacity: 55.

Join us for the Silver Club's Bingo Nights! Follow our screen with highlighted bingo numbers while enjoying refreshments. Many exciting bingo games will be played! Don't miss a chance to win

fabulous new prizes and socialize with friends.

MONTHLY SEMINAR & LUNCHEONS Thursdays

August 25, 2016 September 27, 2016

October 13, 2016 12:00pm-2:00pm

Morgan Levy Park Community Center

Registration deadline: the Thursday before each scheduled seminar.

Fee: FREE

Join us each month for a seminar on different topics which apply to your everyday life. After each seminar, lunch will be served and enjoy socializing with friends. Max Capacity: 45.

Pre-registration is required.

For more information contact on Silver Club activities, please call 305-593-6600.

SILVER CLUB SOCIAL HOUR

Tuesdays – 10:00am - 2:00pm Wednesdays – 5:00pm -8:30pm FREE

Come in to Morgan Levy Park Community Center and participate in card & card games, arts & crafts, book discussions, and much more! Social Wednesdays is an opportunity for members to participate in a wide range of activities and make new friends!

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TRIP & TOUR: LION COUNTRY SAFARI


Friday, October 28, 2016 9:00am – 4:00pm Resident: $15 Non-Resident: $17

Florida's only drive-through safari and walk-through amusement park invites you to spend the day on safari with over 900 animals. With animal displays and encounters, animal feeding experiences, 5 rides, water sprayground, food, shopping and more, you are sure to have a memorable experience at Lion Country Safari. Max Capacity: 19. *Fee includes lunch.

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YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL Ages 5 – 15 Registration Dates: September 26, 2016 – November 4, 2016 Regular Season: December 8, 2016- January 27, 2017 Thursdays 6:00pm-9:00pm Saturdays 9:00am-2:00pm Resident: $90.00 Non-Resident: $105.00 Doral Meadow Park

Flag football is a growing alternative to full contact football that teaches basic skills and concepts of the game. The City of Doral's Youth Flag Football program is designed to introduce young athletes to the game while providing a safe competitive environment.

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DORAL LITTLE LEAGUE Ages 4 – 14 September – December 2016 Resident: $200 Non-Resident: $240 Contact: Doral Little League at [email protected]

DORAL LITTLE LEAGUE TRAINING CLINICS Resident: $125 per month Non-Resident: $150 per month Initiation Fee: $25 (Includes cap and shirt)

Doral Little League is providing Training and Development Clinics prior to the beginning of the 2017 Spring season in order to teach the fundamentals of baseball specific to the following age groups. Ages 4-6, 7-8. 9-10, 11-12, 13-14. Specialized training will be available for pitching and catching. We also offer advanced development training for experienced players.

YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE Registration Dates: August 1, 2016- September 3, 2016 Days/Times: Various Resident $85 Non-Resident $100

Participants will have an opportunity to play in a recreational basketball league where their main focus is learning and fun. Players will have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of basketball in addition to experiencing teamwork and socializing. This is a coed league with players from the age of 5 through 17. There will also be an ALL GIRLS age division for the upcoming season from the age of 9 through 12. Volunteer coaching opportunities are available. Please contact the league coordinator for more information.

For more information, please contact [email protected]

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL

The City of Doral Adult Flag Football League is popular alternative to tackle football. This co-ed recreational league is played in a safe environment where players can focus on building skills, making friends, and having fun. Don’t pass up the opportunity to participate in this fast-past, non-contact sport

GOLF WITH US

Come golf with us at Costa Del Sol Golf Club as we welcome you to partake in these free golf clinics instructed by golf professionals. No experience is need and golf equipment is provided. Golf with us participants will also receive special lunch rates at the clubs restaurant. Space is limited and is on a first come first serve basis. Proper golf attire is required.

ADULT SOCCER Registration Dates: August 15, 2016 – September 25, 2016 Season Dates: October 6, 2016-November 20, 2016 Thursdays from 6:00pm-9:00pm and Sundays from 9:00am-3:00pm Team Fees: $275.00 per team + $65.00 each game Morgan Levy Park/Doral Legacy Park

The City of Doral Adult Soccer League provides an opportunity for community members as well as professional organizations to participate in one of the most popular sports in the world. This co-ed league is a great opportunity to compete, network, and socialize while staying fit in a safe and structured environment.

ADULT BASKETBALL

The City of Doral Adult Basketball League is an age appropriate recreational league aimed at providing a safe and fun environment that provides an opportunity for all community members to display their basketball skills on the hardwood. Come and play on the city’s newest indoor courts.

ADULT VOLLEYBALL

The City of Doral Adult Co-Ed Volleyball League is hosted in the city’s newest park. This league accommodates all levels of play and is great for those who wish to continue their Volleyball career or are just starting out.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS TEAM Days and Times Vary

Ages: 8+

Fee: FREE

The City of Doral Special Olympics Team is a program designed for athletes ages 8 and older with intellectual disabilities. This program provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports such as athletics, soccer, golf, bowling, softball and basketball. The intention of this team is to reach out to the special needs population in the Doral community and provide them with continuous opportunities to develop physical fitness, friendships and memories. Sports programs are year-round.

FEEL THE BEAT! Ages 8+

Wednesdays 5:00pm- 6:00pm

Fall A: August 24 – October 19, 2016

Residents: $27 Non-Residents: $30

Fall B: November 2 – December 14, 2016


Feel the Beat is a dance class for participants with special needs ages 8 and older. Experience this fun-filled hour of different Latin rhythms and styles, while exercising and enjoy the music by combining different dance steps. Participants will enhance coordination, flexibility and endurance, while improving their range of motion and muscular balance. Join the fun and feel the beat! Capacity: 20.

TINY ATHLETES FITNESS Ages 2 - 7

Mondays 4:30pm- 5:15pm

September 19 – December 12, 2016


Tiny Athletes Fitness is an innovative sports play program for children ages 2-7 with intellectual disabilities. This program is designed to foster physical, cognitive and social development, while playing in a fun atmosphere, using simple-to-follow activities. Parents/Guardians must be present at facility throughout program duration. Max Capacity is 10. No Class October 12.

AFTERSCHOOL EDUCATIONAL SERIES Ages 5 – 16

Fall Session Evaluation: September 22

October 6 – November 10, 2016

Thursday, 4:00 - 6:00 PM (Class offered in 45 minute sessions per child)

Resident $30 Non-Resident $36

The Afterschool Educational Series is targeted for children with special needs between the ages of 5-16 that are one grade level behind in mathematics, reading, and writing. Program features one-on-one instruction in a small-group setting led by pediatric therapist in the field of occupational therapy, behavior analysis, and educational psychology. Parent training is an integral part of the program.

Rentals are available Saturdays and Sundays ONLY. The pavilion at Doral Meadow Park is available for

reservations on Sundays ONLY. Please see below for capacities. All reservations are on a first come, first

serve basis and require an additional $100 refundable security deposit in the form of a check.

RENTAL FEES Morgan Levy Park

20’ x 20’ Covered Pavilions

(Maximum 50 people)

Resident: $100 + tax

Non-Resident: $125 + tax

20’ x 40’ Covered Pavilion

(Maximum 100 people)



Doral Central Park

Picnic Table

(Maximum 50 people)

Resident: $50 + tax


Doral Meadow Park

30’ x 30’ Covered Pavilion

(Maximum 112 people)



Rentals are available Sundays ONLY from 11am-4pm (5 hours includes set up time). The multipurpose room maximum capacity is 80. All reservations are on a first come, first serve basis and require an additional $200 refundable security deposit.

RENTAL FEES


Non-Resident $425 + tax

OPTIONAL SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT

Additional Hour: $75 + tax

Tables and Chairs: $50 + tax

Small Room Rental for food and beverage use: $50 + tax

Fee schedule and permit information

available on our website: www.cityofdoral.com/parks

Or call (305) 482-9590

Thinking of planning a party or family gathering? Host your next special event at our community center

or at one of our beautiful parks. Permits are required for the use of pavilions and fields. Please visit our

website at www.cityofdoral.com under the Parks and Recreation Department Park/Park Rental link for

reservation and fee information. Please contact Morgan Levy Park Community Center at

(305) 482-9590 to book your appointment for a party rental permit.

MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM RENTAL AT MORGAN LEVY PARK COMMUNITY CENTER

PARK PAVILION RENTALS


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PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT REFUND POLICY

It is the goal of the City of Doral Parks and Recreation Department to ensure the enjoyment of all recreational programs. If you are not satisfied with a program or are unable to participate due to injury or illness, a written request must be submitted to the Parks & Recreation Department. No refunds will be made for purchases of $30 or less. All refunds may take up to three weeks to

process.

RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS

Customers will receive a refund if a written request is received prior to the start of the 3 rd class of the current session. Any requests received after the start of the 3rd class of the session will result in a pro-rated account credit. No account credits will be issued after the conclusion of the session. Account credits are transferable between all recreational programs with the exception of tennis. All account credits must be used within 6 months of issue date. No refunds will be given if a written request is

received after the start of the 3rd class of the session.

TENNIS

Customers will receive a refund if a written request is received prior to the start of the 3 rd class of the current session. Any requests received after the start of the 3rd class of the session will result in a pro-rated account credit. No account credits will be issued after the conclusion of the session. Account credits can only be used for tennis programming. All account credits must be used within 6 months of issue date. No refunds will be given if a written request is received after the start of the 3 rd class of

the session. Full account credits will only be issued for medical reasons accompanied by medical documentation.

SILVER CLUB

Customers will receive a refund for medical reasons if a written request, accompanied by medical documentation is received one week (7 days) prior to the activity/event. If written request is received within one week of the date of the activity/event, an

account credit will be issued. Only account credits will be given if a written request and medical documentation is provided on the

day of or up to 3 days after the activity/event. Account credits are transferable between all activities/events.

YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES

Customers will receive a refund if a written request is received prior to the start of the 2nd game of the season. No refunds will be given if a written request is received after the start of the 2nd game of the season. Exceptions will be made for injuries or illness if

medical documentation is provided prior to the 4th game of the regular season.

DORAL BRONCOS TACKLE FOOTBALL & CHEER

Customers will receive a refund if a written request is received prior to the start of official practices. A 50% refundable amount will be given if a written request is received after the start of official practices and before the start of the 1st game of the season. No refunds will be made after the 1st game of the season. Exceptions will be made for injuries or illness if medical documentation

is provided prior to the 4th game of the tackle football & cheer regular season at 50% of the amount paid.

ADULT SPORTS LEAGUES

Customers will receive a refund if a written request is received prior to the first day of league play. No refunds or credits will be

given after the first day of league play.

FACILITY RENTALS

Customers will receive a refund if a written request is received two weeks (14 days) prior to the event date. Any requests received less than two weeks (14 days) prior to the event date will only be eligible for a refund of 50% of the amount paid. No

refunds will be given if a written request is received the day of or after the event.

SPECIAL EVENTS

No refunds or credits will be given for any items purchased towards a special event. All sales are final.

ONE DAY CAMPS

No Refunds will be issued. Full account credits will be issued if a written request is received at least one (1) day before the

camp start date. No account credits will be issued after the completion of the camp.


CLASS POLICIES

All classes are 50-60 minutes in length unless otherwise noted. Classes and instructors are subject to change. We do not like to cancel any classes however, because each class is self-supporting, we must establish a minimum enrollment (5) and cancel those classes that do not meet this minimum. Please remember to register early to avoid cancellations. Space is limited. Class enrollment is based on first-come, first-serve basis. All classes must be taken within the specified session period. Programs will not be pro-rated due to late registrations. Class rates reflect missed classes due to Holidays, Teacher Planning Days (classes scheduled after 6pm will not be affected), and Special Activities. Please see program descriptions for the dates when classes will not be offered.

To ensure that children remain focused and classes are not interrupted, parents are not permitted in the rooms while classes are in session. Parents need to drop off their children 5 minutes before each class and be ready for pick-up 5 minutes after the class to ensure that classes begin promptly and minimize interruptions.

RAINY DAY POLICY

Classes that take place indoors, will not be cancelled on rainy days. If there is threat of a tropical storm or hurricane, please call Morgan Levy Park for the latest information regarding closing of parks and cancellation of programs.

PARK AMENITIES

Tennis Court Policy

Walk-in sign-ups can be made for a (1) one-hour period for singles & (1.5) one and a half hours for doubles in the community center. No advanced or over the phone reservations will be accepted. Sign-ups will be taken on court availability basis. Each player’s ID must be shown to the attendant on duty at the time of the reservation. Failure to show ID will result in the forfeiture of your court. (Minors are excluded) Group Lessons will be available through the City’s tennis provider. Refer to page 31 for schedule and fees.

PARK & CLASS POLICIES


TOT-LOT PLAYGROUND

Smoking, high heels, bikes, rollerblades, metals or any sharp objects, glass containers, gum, and metal cleats or spikes will NOT be permitted in the playground. COMMUNITY CENTER RULES & CODE OF CONDUCT

The Community Center’s designated operating hours may vary due to scheduled programs or events.

While in the Community Center, children under 10 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (16 years or older) at all times.

All Community Center multi-purpose rooms are fee-based or programs based and are not open to customers for use. All community center multi-purpose room usage, regardless of the reason, requires prior management approval.

Only City of Doral sanctioned classes are permitted to be held in the Community Center unless authorized by Parks & Recreation Director.

All patrons in Doral’s community centers and parks are expected to behave in such a manner as to not disturb others using the facility. In order to enjoy your community centers, the following are NOT permitted:

Alcoholic Beverages

Bouncing balls in the building

Food in the reception area/classes

Glass containers

Fighting or rough play

Foul or abusive language

Tobacco products

No pets in parks or facilities (except for at Trails & Tails Park)

Disruptive behavior of any sort PROOF OF RESIDENCY & NON-RESIDENTS

For resident rates, proof of residency is required at time of registration.

All adults (18+), will be required to show proof of residency.

Children under age of 17 must have the same residency of the parent or legal guardian.

A photo ID must be presented for identification purposes in addition to two of the following documents.

Current vehicle registration.

Current utility bill displaying both name and address of a City of Doral property (phone, FPL, waste, etc.).

Current lease agreement identifying tenants residing in a City of Doral residence. A 20% surcharge will apply to non-residents for all programs.

The City of Doral accepts MasterCard and Visa credit cards, cash, or checks as forms of payment.

IMPORTANT: Credit card purchases of less than $25 will not be accepted.

Checks are made payable to the City of Doral.


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