Chandler Recreation Newsletter: March

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Discover. Imagine. Grow.

16th Annual Chandler Jazz

Friday, March 27 & Saturday, March 28

Dr. A.J. Chandler Park

3 South Arizona Ave.

FREE ADMISSION

Experience two days full of FREE jazz concerts in the park and throughout the streets of Downtown Chandler. Beer and wine garden, food and merchandise vendors throughout the weekend. For more information visit www.chandleraz.gov/jazz.

Friday, March 27 | 4:30-9:30 p.m.

4:45 p.m. Brian Kabala

5:15 p.m. Jimmy Pines and Washboard Jere

6:15 p.m. Bad News Blues Band

8:00 p.m. Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns

Saturday, March 28 | Noon-9:30 p.m.

12:00 p.m. Willis Jr. High Jazz Band

1:00 p.m. Chandler Gilbert Community College Big Band

2:00 p.m. The New Deal Quintet

3:00 p.m. How Cool is Jazz?

3:15 p.m. Neamen Lyles Experience

4:30 p.m. Stan Sorenson Trio

5:45 p.m. Con Alma

8:00 p.m. Sean Jones Quartet

Thank you to our sponsors!

Thank you to our 2015 Chandler Jazz Festival Sponsors!

Therapeutic Recreation

Therapeutic Hip Hop Class Do you love to dance? Come learn new moves and the latest in hip-hop dancing during the Therapeutic Hip Hop class, March 21 - April 25 from 9-10 a.m. Learn dance moves like the Harlem shake, popping, glide, heel toe, crip walk, moonwalk and more. This class is designed for individuals with developmental disabilities. Pre-registration required - register here.

See all our upcoming Therapeutic activities here.

Preschool Classes & Activities

Great Arizona Puppet Theatre Hotel Saguaro

On Thursday, March 19 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. the Great Arizona Puppet Theatre will present Hotel Saguaro. This is your chance to meet Sammy, a young saguaro who doesn't know if he wants to be a cactus. His Grandpa teaches him how important the saguaro is to different plants and animals living in the Sonoran desert. This show is intended for ages 3 years and up. The show is 45 minutes in length. Pre-registration required no later than March 5 - register here.

See all upcoming Preschool Classes and Activities here .

Youth Classes & Activities

FORE! This April introduce your child to the great game of golf. Golf at Ocotillo Golf Resort provides instruction including putting, chipping, pitching, full swing, golf etiquette, sand play, and the rules of golf, safety and fun. This activity is available from 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, Arpil 7 - May 12 or Wednesdays, April 8 - May 13 For ages 5 -15 years. Pre-registration required - register here.

For details on all upcoming Youth classes and activities click here.

Teen Classes & Activities

Join us for JUJUTSU at the Community Center

Are you ready for some spectacular fun, fitness, and JuJutsu? Join us for JuJutsu Mondays and Wednesdays, March 2-25 & March 30 - April 22. This class is a great way to learn self-defense! This class is for is intended for all skill levels, ages 13 years and up. Pre-registration required - register here.

For a complete list of upcoming Teen classes and activities click here .

Adult Classes & Activities

Ready to learn a second language? If so, Basic Spanish for Beginners is the perfect opportunity to expand your language horizons! This class is an affordable way to learn Spanish from a great instructor, Cathy Ogden. The class is held on Tuesdays from March 3 - April 7. This activity is for adults, ages 18 and up. Pre-registration required - register here.

For a complete list of the upcoming Adult classes and activities click here.

Active Adult Classes & Activities

Dance to get fit! Zumba Gold brings the exciting Latin and International dance rhythms from the original Zumba program to the active adult population on Mondays, March 9-30 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pre-registration required - register here.

For a complete list of our upcoming Active Adult classes and activities click here.

Spotlight on Special

Events

Family Night at the TRC

Wednesday, March 4 - "Go Green" Paper Crafts

Wednesday, March 18 - So You Think You Can Dance

5:30-7 p.m.

Youth: $2 Resident / $3 Non-resident

Teens: $3 Resident / $5 Non-resident

(FREE for TRC pass holders)

Join us for an evening of fun!

Community Nights in the Courtyard:

St. Patrick's Day Arts & Crafts

Thursday, March 5

5:30-7 p.m.

Community Center

$2 Supply Fee Per Participant

Channel your inner Irish self for an evening of arts and crafts. Fun for the whole family!

Chandler Senior Expo

Wednesday, March 11 9 a.m. - noon

Chandler Community Center

FREE

Meet with representatives from a variety of health care agencies, leisure services, senior -related product firms, City departments and local organizations ready to serve your needs.

Spice of LIfe Variety Show March 18 & 19

Spice of Life Senior Variety Show

Wednesday, March 18 2 p.m.

Thursday, March 19 7 p.m.

Chandler Center for the Arts

250 North Arizona Ave.

Enjoy the talents of many of our senior adults (50yrs+) on display at this popular variety show.

Tickets Are Available Now For $8 at:

- Chandler Senior Center

- Chandler Center for the Arts

For more information call 480-782-2741.

Sonoran Sunset Series

Sonoran Sunset Series:

The Knock Abouts

Thursday, March 19

6-7 p.m.

Veterans Oasis Park

FREE

Enjoy this fun outdoor entertainment series for the whole family! Patrons are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs and food. For more information please call 480-782-2890 or visit: www.chandleraz.gov/eec.

Contact Us

City of Chandler

Community & Neighborhood Services

175 S Arizona Ave, 4th Floor

Chandler, Arizona 85225

www.chandleraz.gov/recreation

480-782-2727

Looking for more?

Break Time outlines camps, classes, programs and special events happening throughout March, April and May.

Pick up your copy at City facilities or view online at: www.chandleraz.gov/breaktime.

Recreation Facilities

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Chandler Community Center www.chandleraz.gov/community-center 125 E. Commonwealth Ave 480-782-2727 Hours of Operation Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -	Chandler Senior Center www.chandleraz.gov/senior-adults 202 E. Boston St. 480-782-2720 Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Chandler Tennis Center www.chandleraz.gov/tennis 2250 S. McQueen Rd 480-782-2650 Hours of Operation Monday -Thursday 8 a.m. - noon & 3 p.m. - 10 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - noon & 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -	Environmental Education Center www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis 4050 E. Chandler Heights 480-782-2890 Hours of Operation Monday -Thursday: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Snedigar Sportsplex www.chandleraz.gov/snedigar 4500 S. Basha Rd 480-782-2640 Hours of Operation Monday -Thursday: 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.	Tumbleweed Recreation Center www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed 745 E Gremann 480-782-2900 Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 5 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday: 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

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