The University of Texas at El Paso’s ROTC Fighting Miner Battalion cadets will wake up the spirits during the 13th annual Halloween Costume Fun Run/Walk, which will start at 6 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30, in the P-9 parking lot north of Kidd Field off of Glory Road.
“We do it for the esprit de corps and to see the different personalities of the cadets,” said Army Capt. Diana L. Williams, assistant professor of military science. “It’s something fun we do.”
This year’s free event will be open to the El Paso and UTEP communities. Organizers expect about 350 participants for the costumed footrace around campus.
Among the confirmed guest runners are Army Col. Ed Manning, the Fort Bliss garrison commander and UTEP cheerleaders.
Cadets request that participants donate canned goods, toiletries and gently-used men’s and women’s clothing—especially cold weather coats—to benefit the Veterans’ Outreach Program at the Opportunity Center, 1208 Myrtle Ave.
The program helps stabilize homeless veterans with a place to stay, food to eat and the chance to find a job or enroll in school. Every donation helps, said Julio Gutierrez, program coordinator.
“I’ll be there to walk,” he said. “We appreciate (the battalion’s) support. It keeps me from having to beg at the food pantries.”
The one-mile walk and two-mile run should finish in 35 minutes. It will be followed by a costume contest.
The winning civilians will get a goody bag filled with Army-related gifts. Military winners will get gift certificates from Chili’s Grill & Bar or Cinemark USA movie theaters. The group that supplies the most donations will receive a plaque.
Planners realize that busy schedules could keep some participants away, but they ask people to drop off any items that could benefit the Veterans’ Outreach Program. Cadets plan to place drop-off boxes at the Union Building, the University Bookstore and the University Library.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Community Meeting to Discuss Students and Cyber Safety
State Representative Quintanilla, AT&T and Americas High School Host Community Meeting to Discuss Students and Cyber Safety
WHO: Representative Quintanilla, Americas High School Principal David Pena, Marsali Hancock, President of iKeepSafe (an online safety organization), and Deputy Sheriff Michael Armstrong, Texas DARE Training Coordinator (Bios provided)
WHAT: Introduction, to parents and students, of private sector initiatives to help students manage and protect their digital reputations.
WHEN: Thursday, October 29, 2009 at 6:30-8:00PM.
WHERE: Americas High School, 12101 Pellicano
El Paso, TX--Prior to the legislative session which convened earlier this year, Representative Quintanilla received a plea from a parent whose child had become a victim of sexting. The parent asked him to consider legislation that would assist parents and children in preventing others from falling victim to this and other internet dangers.
"After extensive conversation with legislative attorneys, fellow House members and cell phone companies, I realized amending the law would not be the answer to this major problem," Quintanilla said. "This community meeting is the product of many discussions with the telecommunications industry about my concerns for the young people who are vulnerable to the permanent pitfalls of sexting and other internet actions."
The program is a collaborative of iKeepsafe, AT&T and the American School Counselor Association. The intent of the collaborative is to prepare teens to protect and manage their digital reputations(see attached press release).
"It is my hope that this community meeting will be the start of a serious dialogue in El Paso between parents and teens on the dangers of permanently harming a student's opportunity to attend the best university or to gain the best employment. There is nothing I can do to reverse the consequences for the child of the parent with whom I spoke before the session. This is our effort toward honoring that request," said Quintanilla.
WHO: Representative Quintanilla, Americas High School Principal David Pena, Marsali Hancock, President of iKeepSafe (an online safety organization), and Deputy Sheriff Michael Armstrong, Texas DARE Training Coordinator (Bios provided)
WHAT: Introduction, to parents and students, of private sector initiatives to help students manage and protect their digital reputations.
WHEN: Thursday, October 29, 2009 at 6:30-8:00PM.
WHERE: Americas High School, 12101 Pellicano
El Paso, TX--Prior to the legislative session which convened earlier this year, Representative Quintanilla received a plea from a parent whose child had become a victim of sexting. The parent asked him to consider legislation that would assist parents and children in preventing others from falling victim to this and other internet dangers.
"After extensive conversation with legislative attorneys, fellow House members and cell phone companies, I realized amending the law would not be the answer to this major problem," Quintanilla said. "This community meeting is the product of many discussions with the telecommunications industry about my concerns for the young people who are vulnerable to the permanent pitfalls of sexting and other internet actions."
The program is a collaborative of iKeepsafe, AT&T and the American School Counselor Association. The intent of the collaborative is to prepare teens to protect and manage their digital reputations(see attached press release).
"It is my hope that this community meeting will be the start of a serious dialogue in El Paso between parents and teens on the dangers of permanently harming a student's opportunity to attend the best university or to gain the best employment. There is nothing I can do to reverse the consequences for the child of the parent with whom I spoke before the session. This is our effort toward honoring that request," said Quintanilla.
Gang Prevention Workshops
WHO: Imagine Social Services, Armijo Center and the City of El Paso Neighborhood Services Division
WHAT: Gang Prevention Workshops
FREE AND OPEN TO RESIDENTS OF THE CHAMIZAL AND SEGUNDO BARRIO NEIGHBORHOODS
WHEN: First Workshop on Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Every other Wednesday from 6pm- 7pm
WHERE: Armijo Recreational Center
E. Seventh Street
WHY:
Workshops will be held every other Wednesday from 6pm-7pm starting on October 28th at the Armijo Recreational Center. These workshops are an exciting educational session aimed at learning the truth about drugs, alcohol, gangs and the consequences of being involved in these activities. These workshops will also teach on how to have a good relationship with loved ones, learn to respect and be respected and how to eat healthy. There will be talk on the importance of finishing a high school degree, going to college and having goals in life.
Sponsored by the Weed and Seed program that has been awarded to the City of El Paso’s Neighborhood Services Division. Weed and Seed, a community-based strategy sponsored by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), is an innovative, comprehensive multiagency effort focused on law enforcement, crime prevention, and community revitalization in communities.
WHAT: Gang Prevention Workshops
FREE AND OPEN TO RESIDENTS OF THE CHAMIZAL AND SEGUNDO BARRIO NEIGHBORHOODS
WHEN: First Workshop on Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Every other Wednesday from 6pm- 7pm
WHERE: Armijo Recreational Center
E. Seventh Street
WHY:
Workshops will be held every other Wednesday from 6pm-7pm starting on October 28th at the Armijo Recreational Center. These workshops are an exciting educational session aimed at learning the truth about drugs, alcohol, gangs and the consequences of being involved in these activities. These workshops will also teach on how to have a good relationship with loved ones, learn to respect and be respected and how to eat healthy. There will be talk on the importance of finishing a high school degree, going to college and having goals in life.
Sponsored by the Weed and Seed program that has been awarded to the City of El Paso’s Neighborhood Services Division. Weed and Seed, a community-based strategy sponsored by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), is an innovative, comprehensive multiagency effort focused on law enforcement, crime prevention, and community revitalization in communities.
Department of Public Health Collaborates with Local Hospitals for Flu Preparations
El Paso, Texas – October 23, 2009 - Throughout the United States, doctor’s offices and hospitals have seen higher rates of influenza-like illness than expected for this time of year. The same trend is being observed in El Paso.
In collaboration with public and private healthcare agencies, the Department of Public Health would like to take this opportunity to prepare the community for the possible opening of alternate care sites at all local hospitals. These alternate care sites are internal or external facilities located on hospital property whose main purpose is to prevent the critical patients in the emergency rooms from being exposed to the flu and further complicating their conditions. These facilities will be climate controlled and if you do arrive at a hospital for influenza-like illness, please look for signs directing you to the alternate care sites. These sites have the additional benefit of allowing healthcare workers to move quickly to evaluate and treat patients who present with symptoms of influenza.
The establishment of alternate care sites is a common practice for addressing situations where there are larger- than-usual numbers of patients presenting at hospitals. Because they have seen larger volumes of influenza-like illness than we have in El Paso, hospitals in other Texas cities such as Austin, Dallas and Houston have already implemented this practice. As flu cases continue to increase, El Paso is preparing to follow a similar model.
The Department of Public Health Director, Michael Hill says that these plans are not unusual, “hospitals have plans for many types of events and have trained to prepare their facilities to take care of the public in situations such like this,” Hill said.
Dr. Hector Ocaranza, Health Authority for the Department of Public Health states that it is important to remain calm and reminds the public about a few points regarding influenza-like illness.
Treatment for influenza-like illness is given by physicians on a case-by-case basis and most will be resolved with time. Symptoms of influenza-like illness are:
Fever
Cough
Sore throat
Abdominal pain
Vomiting
Headache
If you have the above symptoms, follow these recommendations from Dr. Ocaranza:
Drink plenty of fluids (water, Pedialyte)
Get plenty of rest
Stay home from work or school until 24 hours after the fever has subsided without the help of fever-reducers
Fever-reducers or other medications as advised by your physician
Avoid aspirin and compounds containing acetylsalicylic acid (like Pepto-Bismol)
Avoid overcrowding emergency rooms and doctor’s offices
Seek medical care if you have the following symptoms:
Problems breathing
Not drinking or eating
Decreased activity
Feeling worse as days go by
Seek emergency care and call 911 if the following symptoms appear:
Bluish discoloration
Pale complexion
Rapid breathing
Difficulty waking up
Lastly, area hospitals ask that before you arrive at their facility, please call ahead to inquire on their visitor’s policy. Some hospitals are taking further measures to decrease the spread of disease by not allowing minors as visitors.
In collaboration with public and private healthcare agencies, the Department of Public Health would like to take this opportunity to prepare the community for the possible opening of alternate care sites at all local hospitals. These alternate care sites are internal or external facilities located on hospital property whose main purpose is to prevent the critical patients in the emergency rooms from being exposed to the flu and further complicating their conditions. These facilities will be climate controlled and if you do arrive at a hospital for influenza-like illness, please look for signs directing you to the alternate care sites. These sites have the additional benefit of allowing healthcare workers to move quickly to evaluate and treat patients who present with symptoms of influenza.
The establishment of alternate care sites is a common practice for addressing situations where there are larger- than-usual numbers of patients presenting at hospitals. Because they have seen larger volumes of influenza-like illness than we have in El Paso, hospitals in other Texas cities such as Austin, Dallas and Houston have already implemented this practice. As flu cases continue to increase, El Paso is preparing to follow a similar model.
The Department of Public Health Director, Michael Hill says that these plans are not unusual, “hospitals have plans for many types of events and have trained to prepare their facilities to take care of the public in situations such like this,” Hill said.
Dr. Hector Ocaranza, Health Authority for the Department of Public Health states that it is important to remain calm and reminds the public about a few points regarding influenza-like illness.
Treatment for influenza-like illness is given by physicians on a case-by-case basis and most will be resolved with time. Symptoms of influenza-like illness are:
Fever
Cough
Sore throat
Abdominal pain
Vomiting
Headache
If you have the above symptoms, follow these recommendations from Dr. Ocaranza:
Drink plenty of fluids (water, Pedialyte)
Get plenty of rest
Stay home from work or school until 24 hours after the fever has subsided without the help of fever-reducers
Fever-reducers or other medications as advised by your physician
Avoid aspirin and compounds containing acetylsalicylic acid (like Pepto-Bismol)
Avoid overcrowding emergency rooms and doctor’s offices
Seek medical care if you have the following symptoms:
Problems breathing
Not drinking or eating
Decreased activity
Feeling worse as days go by
Seek emergency care and call 911 if the following symptoms appear:
Bluish discoloration
Pale complexion
Rapid breathing
Difficulty waking up
Lastly, area hospitals ask that before you arrive at their facility, please call ahead to inquire on their visitor’s policy. Some hospitals are taking further measures to decrease the spread of disease by not allowing minors as visitors.
Friday, October 23, 2009
THE CITY’S FIRST HALLOWEEN ZOMBIE WALK
Bassett Place invited you to the event "Halloween Zombie Walk and Blood Drive"...
Bassett invited you to "Halloween Zombie Walk and Blood Drive" on Saturday, October 31 at 3:00pm.
Bassett says, "IT’S TIME TO RISE…THE CITY’S FIRST HALLOWEEN ZOMBIE WALK IS COMING. OCTOBER 31ST AT BASSETT PLACE, TO RAISE AWARENESS AND BLOOD FOR UNITED BLOOD SERVICES!
MOB GATHERS OUTSIDE TARGET AT 3!!".
Event: Halloween Zombie Walk and Blood Drive
What: Benefit
Start Time: Saturday, October 31 at 3:00pm End Time: Saturday, October 31 at 5:00pm
Where: Bassett Place, 6101 Gateway West, meet in front of Target For more info go to www.BassettPlaceMall.com
Bassett invited you to "Halloween Zombie Walk and Blood Drive" on Saturday, October 31 at 3:00pm.
Bassett says, "IT’S TIME TO RISE…THE CITY’S FIRST HALLOWEEN ZOMBIE WALK IS COMING. OCTOBER 31ST AT BASSETT PLACE, TO RAISE AWARENESS AND BLOOD FOR UNITED BLOOD SERVICES!
MOB GATHERS OUTSIDE TARGET AT 3!!".
Event: Halloween Zombie Walk and Blood Drive
What: Benefit
Start Time: Saturday, October 31 at 3:00pm End Time: Saturday, October 31 at 5:00pm
Where: Bassett Place, 6101 Gateway West, meet in front of Target For more info go to www.BassettPlaceMall.com
Rhinos and Lions provide warm coats for children in need
The Eastlake Lions Club in Horizon City and El Paso Rhinos Hockey Team are collecting clean, gently used childrens coats and jackets as part of the “One Warm Coat” community service project. Childrens coats for ages 6yrs – 18yrs are needed.
Just bring your coats to the October 23, 25, or 25 hockey game and exchange it for a game ticket. All donated coats will be given to the Clint Independent School District for distribution to children in need.
See you tonight!!!
Just bring your coats to the October 23, 25, or 25 hockey game and exchange it for a game ticket. All donated coats will be given to the Clint Independent School District for distribution to children in need.
See you tonight!!!
Boo at the Zoo!
Boo at the Zoo!
October 24 & 25, 2009 (Saturday & Sunday)
El Paso, Texas – It’s merry, not scary – kooky, not spooky! It’s the largest outdoor, safe trick-or-treat event in the City!
Join us this year for Boo at the Zoo, taking place Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25th at the El Paso Zoo!
A wide variety of activities will be offered during this weekend event and the El Paso Zoo invites you to bring the kids to our fun, candy-filled zoo! Watch different animals eat, smoosh or play with pumpkins! Your kids will go away with a full bag of treats and a smile on their faces, and you’ll leave with great photos and warm memories of your adorable little ones!
For more information on the event call 521-1850. For more information on booth sponsorships please call 521-1899.
WHO: El Paso Zoo
WHAT: Will hold Annual Boo at the Zoo event
WHEN: Saturday, October 24 & Sunday, October 25
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: El Paso Zoo
4001 E. Paisano
October 24 & 25, 2009 (Saturday & Sunday)
El Paso, Texas – It’s merry, not scary – kooky, not spooky! It’s the largest outdoor, safe trick-or-treat event in the City!
Join us this year for Boo at the Zoo, taking place Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25th at the El Paso Zoo!
A wide variety of activities will be offered during this weekend event and the El Paso Zoo invites you to bring the kids to our fun, candy-filled zoo! Watch different animals eat, smoosh or play with pumpkins! Your kids will go away with a full bag of treats and a smile on their faces, and you’ll leave with great photos and warm memories of your adorable little ones!
For more information on the event call 521-1850. For more information on booth sponsorships please call 521-1899.
WHO: El Paso Zoo
WHAT: Will hold Annual Boo at the Zoo event
WHEN: Saturday, October 24 & Sunday, October 25
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: El Paso Zoo
4001 E. Paisano
Holiday Lights Parade - Nov 5, 2009
Who: El Paso Parks and Recreation Department
What: Holiday Lights Parade
When: November 5th and 19th, 2009
Where: Armijo Recreation Center, 700 E. Seventh St. (Room 201)
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department will once again be hosting the Holiday Lights Parade on Saturday, December 5, 2009 in downtown El Paso. The parade will start (5:55 p.m.) after the Christmas Tree is lighted in San Jacinto Plaza.
This will be the 11th year of the parade and workshops have been set up by Parks and Recreation staff to assist individuals in the parade with requirements, tips and ideas.
The workshops will cover rules and regulations, parade theme requirements, and a power point presentation of past parades.
There will also be insight on how to construct a float and walking or marching units there will be vendors in attendance to order lights for the parade participants.
The workshop is free and open to the public.
For more information call Sandy Rodriguez at (915) 240-3310.
What: Holiday Lights Parade
When: November 5th and 19th, 2009
Where: Armijo Recreation Center, 700 E. Seventh St. (Room 201)
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department will once again be hosting the Holiday Lights Parade on Saturday, December 5, 2009 in downtown El Paso. The parade will start (5:55 p.m.) after the Christmas Tree is lighted in San Jacinto Plaza.
This will be the 11th year of the parade and workshops have been set up by Parks and Recreation staff to assist individuals in the parade with requirements, tips and ideas.
The workshops will cover rules and regulations, parade theme requirements, and a power point presentation of past parades.
There will also be insight on how to construct a float and walking or marching units there will be vendors in attendance to order lights for the parade participants.
The workshop is free and open to the public.
For more information call Sandy Rodriguez at (915) 240-3310.
City of El Paso Unveils 2009 H1N1 Flu Website Redesign
El Paso, Texas – The City of El Paso Department of Public Health announced today that it has revamped the 2009 H1N1 Flu component of its website.
The website now contains factsheets, frequently asked questions, posters, links and videos and other material pertaining to the 2009 H1N1 Flu. We hope the community will find the website a useful resource to help answer questions or concerns. The public is encouraged to visit the website and let us know what other resources they would like to see added by clicking on the contact us link.
The website was redesigned by department’s Crisis and Emergency Risk Communication Team. This interdisciplinary team worked diligently to gather pertinent information related to the 2009 H1N1 Flu to make it available to the community via the website.
The Department of Public Health would like to thank our partners for helping with the dissemination of our education message through out the community.
Website link: http://www.elpasotexas.gov/health/h1n1.asp
The website now contains factsheets, frequently asked questions, posters, links and videos and other material pertaining to the 2009 H1N1 Flu. We hope the community will find the website a useful resource to help answer questions or concerns. The public is encouraged to visit the website and let us know what other resources they would like to see added by clicking on the contact us link.
The website was redesigned by department’s Crisis and Emergency Risk Communication Team. This interdisciplinary team worked diligently to gather pertinent information related to the 2009 H1N1 Flu to make it available to the community via the website.
The Department of Public Health would like to thank our partners for helping with the dissemination of our education message through out the community.
Website link: http://www.elpasotexas.gov/health/h1n1.asp
Children’s Fall Festival at Kelly Park
Saturday, October 24, 2009
10:00AM – 2:00PM
Free Pumpkins Games
Costume Contest
1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Prizes for Best Costume
(You must register at the event)
FRG Fundraisers Treats
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When you come out to enjoy the Children’s Fall Festival – Balfour Beatty Communities encourages you to bring a donation of a canned food item or an old cell phone for our collection boxes as we participate in the 2009 National Make A Difference Day
10:00AM – 2:00PM
Free Pumpkins Games
Costume Contest
1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Prizes for Best Costume
(You must register at the event)
FRG Fundraisers Treats
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When you come out to enjoy the Children’s Fall Festival – Balfour Beatty Communities encourages you to bring a donation of a canned food item or an old cell phone for our collection boxes as we participate in the 2009 National Make A Difference Day
Halloween with Presa Elementary School Students at Father Martinez Senior Center
A great partnership with the Parks and Recreation Department and YISD
Who: City of El Paso Parks and Recreation
What: Halloween Activity
When: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at 9:45 a.m.
Where: Father Martinez Senior Center, 9311 Alameda St.
Presa Elementary School, 128 Presa Place will have their kindergarten and first grade students visit the Father Martinez Senior Center, 9311 Alameda St. (1/2 block away) at 9:45 a.m. on October 28 to receive treats from the seniors at the center.
Over 370 children will be attending from the school. “This is a great partnership that the seniors have with the school children on various events throughout the year,” says Richard Lujan Center Director.
For more information call Richard Lujan at (915) 860-9131.
Who: City of El Paso Parks and Recreation
What: Halloween Activity
When: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at 9:45 a.m.
Where: Father Martinez Senior Center, 9311 Alameda St.
Presa Elementary School, 128 Presa Place will have their kindergarten and first grade students visit the Father Martinez Senior Center, 9311 Alameda St. (1/2 block away) at 9:45 a.m. on October 28 to receive treats from the seniors at the center.
Over 370 children will be attending from the school. “This is a great partnership that the seniors have with the school children on various events throughout the year,” says Richard Lujan Center Director.
For more information call Richard Lujan at (915) 860-9131.
CLEAN AND SCARY RUN - Oct 25, 2009
“Reduce Your Use There Is No Excuse"
CLEAN AND SCARY RUN
HALLOWEEN
5K RUN AND 1 MILE FUN WALK
UP AND RUNNING
RACE AND COSTUME CONTEST
BENEFITTING
KEEP EL PASO BEAUTIFUL
LOGO
SUNDAY, OCT 25, 2009
5:00 P.M.
UP AND RUNNING
3233 N. Mesa
CONTACT: CHRIS ROWLEY 915 478 5663
Clean and Scary 5K/1Mile Races
Sunday, Oct 25, 2009 5:00 p.m.
Up and Running
3233 N. Mesa, suite 205, El Paso, TX 79902
CLEAN AND SCARY RUN
HALLOWEEN
5K RUN AND 1 MILE FUN WALK
UP AND RUNNING
RACE AND COSTUME CONTEST
BENEFITTING
KEEP EL PASO BEAUTIFUL
LOGO
SUNDAY, OCT 25, 2009
5:00 P.M.
UP AND RUNNING
3233 N. Mesa
CONTACT: CHRIS ROWLEY 915 478 5663
Clean and Scary 5K/1Mile Races
Sunday, Oct 25, 2009 5:00 p.m.
Up and Running
3233 N. Mesa, suite 205, El Paso, TX 79902
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Health and Safety Fair at Sierra Providence East Medical Center
Las Tierras Neighborhood Association Health and Safety Fair at Sierra Providence East Medical Center
Saturday, October 17 Hours: 8:00 AM - NOON
Good Neighbors. • A large display by Fort Bliss Soldiers
- including trucks and tanks • Blood pressure screening
Great Care. • Total cholesterol and glucose
screening
• Vascular screening (carotid bruit check and ankle/brachial index)
• Information tables on gang prevention, bike safety, emergency precautions - fall prevention, carbon monoxide poisoning, and more
• Car seat safety information and check by prenatal educator
• Registration opportunity for pre-natal classes
Call 577-SPHN (7746) for more information
Saturday, October 17 Hours: 8:00 AM - NOON
Good Neighbors. • A large display by Fort Bliss Soldiers
- including trucks and tanks • Blood pressure screening
Great Care. • Total cholesterol and glucose
screening
• Vascular screening (carotid bruit check and ankle/brachial index)
• Information tables on gang prevention, bike safety, emergency precautions - fall prevention, carbon monoxide poisoning, and more
• Car seat safety information and check by prenatal educator
• Registration opportunity for pre-natal classes
Call 577-SPHN (7746) for more information
Friday, October 9, 2009
Arbor Day Celebration in City will be October 23, 2009
City will celebrate the planting of Trees
The City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department will host Arbor Day at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 23, 2009 at Mission Hills Park, 3800 O’Keefe Dr.
“Arbor Day is an excellent opportunity each year to take stock of the trees in the City while encouraging home and business owners about the importance of trees for enhancing the environmental landscape of the city,” says Sam Calhoun, Parks Superintendent for the Parks and Recreation Department.
City Council Representative Ann Lilly will host the event and David Turner will be guest speaker along with Oscar Mestas from the Texas Forest Service. Members of the El Paso Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will be on hand as well.
Nanette Smejkal, Parks and Recreation Director will be Master of Ceremonies and the Pledge of Allegiance will be done by students of Mesita Elementary School. Deniece Baisley will sing the National Anthem and Rev. Lisle Davis will do the invocation.
Mini-Sports Basketball (Ages 4-7) at Carolina Rec Center
Who: City of El Paso Parks and Recreation
What: Mini-Sports Basketball League (Ages 4-7)
When: League begins on Saturday, October 24th, 2009
Where: Carolina Recreation Center, 563 N. Carolina St.
The City of El Paso, Parks and Recreation Department will
conduct an eight week long Mini-Sport Coed Basketball League for youth 4 to 7 years old. Registration deadline is Thursday, October 15th, 2009. Practices commence on Monday October 19th, 2009. Games will begin on Saturday, October 24th, 2009. All games will be on Saturdays between 9am and 2pm. Birth certificate required for registration. Entry fee is $34 per player and includes a team t-shirt and individual award at the end of the season. Please sign up early as space is limited.
For more information call Amanda Solis at (915) 594-8934.
Mini-Sports Basketball (Ages 4-7)
Who: City of El Paso Parks and Recreation
What: Mini-Sports Basketball League (Ages 4-7)
When: League begins on Saturday, October 24th, 2009
Where: Multi-Purpose Center, 9031 Viscount
The City of El Paso, Parks and Recreation Department will
conduct an eight week, Mini-Sport Coed Basketball League for youth 4 to 7 years old. Registration deadline is Thursday, October 15th, 2009. Practices commence on Monday October 19th, 2009. Games will begin on Saturday, October 24th, 2009. All games will be on Saturdays between 9am and 2pm. Birth certificate required for registration. Entry fee is $34 per player and includes a team t-shirt and individual award at the end of the season. Please sign up early as space is limited.
For more information call Chris Borunda @ (915) 598-1155
5TH ANNUAL GRAFFITI WIPEOUT ROD AND CUSTOM CAR SHOW
The El Paso Adult Probation Department invites the community to participate in the annual “Graffiti Wipeout Rod and Custom Car Show.” The yearly event allows us to collect funds for community projects while educating children and teens about graffiti and its consequences. This year, proceeds will be used to finance graffiti clean-up projects in our community.
This is a free event to the public. There will be classic cars and motorcycles on display. There will be food, live entertainment and carnival games, so please join us. This year the event will end with a cruise around Ascárate! County Attorney José R. Rodríguez is scheduled to deliver the opening remarks at 12:00 p.m.
The Graffiti Wipeout Program is part of the Adult Probation Department's Community Service Section. The main focus of our program is to serve our community and educate specifically our youth about Graffiti and its negative consequences.
For more information call Sergio Apodaca at (915) 726-0723
WHO: Graffiti Wipeout Program
WHAT: 5th Annual Road and Custom Car Show
WHEN: Saturday October 10, 2009 from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Ascárate Park (6900 Delta Dr.)
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Skate Contest and Movie
Skate Contest and Movie
At Carolina Recreation Center, 563 N. Carolina St.
Who: City of El Paso Parks and Recreation
What: Skate Board Event
When: Friday, October 9, 2009 from 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Where: Carolina Recreation Center, 563 N. Carolina St.
The City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department will
host a skateboarding event from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Friday,
October 9, 2009 at the Carolina Recreation Center, 563 N.
Carolina St.
A Skate Contest will start at 6:00 p.m. with registration
beginning at 5:00 p.m. A special presentation of the renowned
"Flip Skateboard Video Premier" will be shown outside in the
Carolina Park and will also debut at 20 locations throughout the
Country this weekend.
Sponsor of the free event is Crook's Skateshop and prizes
will be awarded. Only a limited number of entries will be
accepted.
For more information call Greg Walter at (915) 594-8934.
“What is Natural in Abstract Art”
The
“What is Natural in Abstract Art”
a lecture by Microscopias curator
Alberto Gonzalez Torres
Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 2:00 pm
Please join us on Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 2:00 pm for “What is Natural in Abstract Art”, a lecture by Microscopias curator Alberto Gonzalez Torres in the El Paso Energy Auditorium. Simultaneous translation into English will be provided. This lecture is free to the public. Seating is limited to the first 212 people. Those attending the lecture will also receive free passes to view the exhibition.
Alberto Gonzalez Torres is a curator at the Museo de Arte Carrillo-Gil
Microscopias investigates the relationships of abstract languages with specific forms found in microbiology and human anatomy as developed by Dr. Alvar Carillo-Gil at the Palacio de Bellas Artes in
This exhibition is supported with funds from the El Paso Museum of Art members, Museums and Cultural Affairs Department, the City of
Regular admission to this exhibition is $5 per non member. Members are free.
For more information and to RSVP please call (915) 532-1707
A 1909 Taft-Diaz Meeting Family Day
A 1909 Taft-Diaz Meeting Family Day
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
One hundred years ago to the day, then U.S. President William Howard Taft came to
“The WASPs Return”
“The WA
Thursday, November 12, 2009
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
August may be over, but the celebration of women in aviation continues. Thursday, November 12th Didi
The El Paso Museum Of Art Has Perfect Holiday Gifts For Everyone On Your List!
The El Paso Museum of Art has perfect holiday gifts for everyone on your list!
Every gift purchased helps support the Museum’s dynamic education and exhibition programming for the community. It supports the administration and operation of classes for adults and children, summer art camps, lectures, workshops, after work social mixers, previews, and receptions. In addition, your purchases will support education programs offered by the Museum to schools throughout our county. By supporting the Museum, thousands of adults and children, in fact over 100,000, are given the opportunity each year, to walk into the world of an art museum free of charge.
Museum Membership
Museum Memberships make great gifts for anyone of any age. Membership levels begin at $15 for seniors, $25 for individuals, and $50 for families. Membership benefits include discounts at the Museum Store, free admission to all exhibitions and programs, and invitations to private member events, just to name a few. Please call (915) 532-1707 x 66 for more information.
Museum Classes for Adults and Children
The Museum offers classes and workshops for adults and children year round. Classes often include watercolor painting, wheel throwing, and sketching, just to name a few. Please call (915) 532 – 1707 x 16 for more information.
Museum Store
The Museum Store is a great place to shop! The Store has a nice inventory of books, stationary, cards, and other specialty items. Please call (915) 532 -1707 x 47 for more information.
Annual Christmas Jubilee
November 13-15, 2009
Christmas Jubilee will be at the Convention Center In the heart of beautiful Ruidosa. More than 80 Local merchants and crafters will set up a Holiday shopping extravaganza. A visit and picture with Santa highlight the experience for children. A Story Teller will help entertain them. The hall will be beautifully decorated for the holidays. Jubilee features not only exceptional and unique merchandise but also a Food Court serving delicious dishes from local restaurants. Admission is $1.00 for Adults, no charge for children under 12 and plenty of parking is readily available.
Healthy Hearts with Parks Fun Walks
Healthy Hearts with Parks Fun Walks
A great event for Health and Wellness by the City
Who: City of El Paso Parks and Recreation
What: Healthy Hearts with Parks Fun Walks
When: Saturday, October 10, 2009 at 7:30 a.m.
Where: Pavo Real Recreation Center, 9301 Alameda St.
The next Healthy Hearts with Parks Fun Walk will be at
7:30 a.m. on October 10, 2009 at the Pavo Real Recreation Center,
9301 Alameda St.
The event promotes health and wellness for individuals of all
ages. There is a one time registration fee of $5 for the walks. After the
paid registration fee all future walks are free of charge.
For more information call
Sandy Rodriguez at (915) 240-3310 or Eliseo Duran at (915) 252-9031.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Found: Owners of $147 Million in Lost Money
(AUSTIN) — Many Texans had more money in their pockets after Texas Comptroller Susan Combs returned a record $147 million in unclaimed property to its owners in fiscal 2009, a 19 percent increase compared to fiscal 2008.
Combs has expanded her agency’s efforts to locate unclaimed property owners, producing an 18 percent increase in the number of claims filed in fiscal 2009, compared to the previous year. Nearly 49,000 owners reclaimed $100 – $500; about 15,000 owners reclaimed $500 – $1,000; and 17,385 claimed more than $1,000.
During the Texas State Fair, open through Oct. 18 in Dallas, hundreds more unclaimed property owners will discover forgotten funds by searching the unclaimed property list at the Comptroller’s annual exhibit in the Grand Place Building, near the giant figure of Big Tex.
“The current balance in the state’s unclaimed property fund is $2 billion, and that is far too much unclaimed money,” Combs said. “That money belongs to Texans, and I know reclaiming it would make a difference to many people in these tough times. We’re making every effort to let folks know about their unclaimed property and help them claim it.”
Those efforts include searching the unclaimed property list at conventions, festivals, sporting events and other venues that attract large crowds — in addition to the longstanding exhibit at the State Fair. The Comptroller has added temporary staff to process simple claims from original owners of unclaimed property, freeing veteran staff to handle complex claims. An average of 2,000 simple claims are processed each week.
Not all unclaimed property belongs to individuals and businesses. City and county governments owned $1.6 million of the money reclaimed in fiscal 2009. The Comptroller’s Unclaimed Property and Local Government Assistance teams have begun a collaborative outreach effort to inform local officials about potential revenue from the unclaimed property fund.
“Local governments are facing financial challenges,” Combs said. “When we receive money that clearly belongs to a city or county, we contact them immediately and encourage them to claim it.”
In fiscal 2009, the Comptroller returned money to about 357 cities and 211 counties.
It is easy to search the unclaimed property database and reclaim forgotten funds at www.claimittexas.org
Combs has expanded her agency’s efforts to locate unclaimed property owners, producing an 18 percent increase in the number of claims filed in fiscal 2009, compared to the previous year. Nearly 49,000 owners reclaimed $100 – $500; about 15,000 owners reclaimed $500 – $1,000; and 17,385 claimed more than $1,000.
During the Texas State Fair, open through Oct. 18 in Dallas, hundreds more unclaimed property owners will discover forgotten funds by searching the unclaimed property list at the Comptroller’s annual exhibit in the Grand Place Building, near the giant figure of Big Tex.
“The current balance in the state’s unclaimed property fund is $2 billion, and that is far too much unclaimed money,” Combs said. “That money belongs to Texans, and I know reclaiming it would make a difference to many people in these tough times. We’re making every effort to let folks know about their unclaimed property and help them claim it.”
Those efforts include searching the unclaimed property list at conventions, festivals, sporting events and other venues that attract large crowds — in addition to the longstanding exhibit at the State Fair. The Comptroller has added temporary staff to process simple claims from original owners of unclaimed property, freeing veteran staff to handle complex claims. An average of 2,000 simple claims are processed each week.
Not all unclaimed property belongs to individuals and businesses. City and county governments owned $1.6 million of the money reclaimed in fiscal 2009. The Comptroller’s Unclaimed Property and Local Government Assistance teams have begun a collaborative outreach effort to inform local officials about potential revenue from the unclaimed property fund.
“Local governments are facing financial challenges,” Combs said. “When we receive money that clearly belongs to a city or county, we contact them immediately and encourage them to claim it.”
In fiscal 2009, the Comptroller returned money to about 357 cities and 211 counties.
It is easy to search the unclaimed property database and reclaim forgotten funds at www.claimittexas.org
Healthy Hearts with Parks Fun Walks
A great event for Health and Wellness by the City
Who: City of El Paso Parks and Recreation
What: Healthy Hearts with Parks Fun Walks
When: Saturday, October 10, 2009 at 7:30 a.m.
Where: Pavo Real Recreation Center, 9301 Alameda St.
The next Healthy Hearts with Parks Fun Walk will be at
7:30 a.m. on October 10, 2009 at the Pavo Real Recreation Center,
9301 Alameda St.
The event promotes health and wellness for individuals of all
ages. There is a one time registration fee of $5 for the walks. After the
paid registration fee all future walks are free of charge.
Who: City of El Paso Parks and Recreation
What: Healthy Hearts with Parks Fun Walks
When: Saturday, October 10, 2009 at 7:30 a.m.
Where: Pavo Real Recreation Center, 9301 Alameda St.
The next Healthy Hearts with Parks Fun Walk will be at
7:30 a.m. on October 10, 2009 at the Pavo Real Recreation Center,
9301 Alameda St.
The event promotes health and wellness for individuals of all
ages. There is a one time registration fee of $5 for the walks. After the
paid registration fee all future walks are free of charge.
Casas Grandes, Casas Chicas: Cottage Industries of Paquimé and Mata Ortiz Family Day
El Paso Museum of History
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Free, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Macaws, jewelry making, folk dancers and more will all be part of the El Paso Museum’s FREE Family Day for the new exhibit entitled “Casas Grandes, Casas Chicas: Cottage Industries of Paquimé and Mata Ortiz.
Highlights of this event will include seeing a real Macaw; courtesy of the El Paso Zoo. Enjoy seeing this magnificent bird up close and not in a cage. Macaws figure prominently in both the ancient pottery of Paquimé and the new art of Mata Ortiz.
Children will make and take their own jewelry made from shells and stones. They will also make a small pot they can decorate in the Casas Grande style. In addition, Barbie Valdiviez-Schydlower and her troop of talented dancers will present regional dances.
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Free, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Macaws, jewelry making, folk dancers and more will all be part of the El Paso Museum’s FREE Family Day for the new exhibit entitled “Casas Grandes, Casas Chicas: Cottage Industries of Paquimé and Mata Ortiz.
Highlights of this event will include seeing a real Macaw; courtesy of the El Paso Zoo. Enjoy seeing this magnificent bird up close and not in a cage. Macaws figure prominently in both the ancient pottery of Paquimé and the new art of Mata Ortiz.
Children will make and take their own jewelry made from shells and stones. They will also make a small pot they can decorate in the Casas Grande style. In addition, Barbie Valdiviez-Schydlower and her troop of talented dancers will present regional dances.
Dia de los Muertos Art Show
Friday, October 2, 5-8 pm. "Dia de los Muertos," Opening at Sunland Art Gallery. This will be a fun, colorful show at Sunland, so come and join us for the opening! See the info below. Note: the hours are 5-8, not 7, as the postcard says.
Additional artists in the show are: Wendy Reyes, Art Nuñez, and Fernando Rubio.
Additional artists in the show are: Wendy Reyes, Art Nuñez, and Fernando Rubio.
UTEP Awards 2009 Distinguished Alumni and Gold Nuggets
Each year at homecoming, The University of Texas at El Paso and the UTEP Alumni Association celebrate outstanding alumni whose contributions to their professions, communitiesand alma mater shine as an example of excellence for future generations of Miners.
This year, four exceptional alumni will be honored with the 2009 Distinguished Alumni Award - UTEP’s highest honor - at the 2009 Distinguished Alumni Awards Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, at the Don Haskins Center. Recipients will receive a medallion and plaque of recognition.
The reception and dinner also will recognize 10 notable individuals from the University’s colleges and the School of Nursing by presenting them with the Gold Nugget Award.
Members of the media are invited to cover the event.
The 2009 Distinguished Alumni are: Victor M. Mendez, leader, Federal Highway Administration; Willarda V. Edwards, M.D., president, National Medical Association; Victor Arias Jr., senior client partner, Korn/Ferry International; and Vernon G. Hunt (posthumously), geologist and oil pioneer.
The 2009 Gold Nugget Award recipients are: Francisco S. “Pancho” Uranga, College of Business Administration; Pauline A. Dow and Paulette Wingo, College of Education; Oscar E. Venegas, College of Engineering; Sandy Hatfield Clubb, College of Health Sciences; Alfredo Corchado Jimenez, College of Liberal Arts; Barbara J. Bruno and Cindy A. Stout, School of Nursing; and Jim W. Handschy and Larry R. Wollschlager, College of Science.
This year, four exceptional alumni will be honored with the 2009 Distinguished Alumni Award - UTEP’s highest honor - at the 2009 Distinguished Alumni Awards Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, at the Don Haskins Center. Recipients will receive a medallion and plaque of recognition.
The reception and dinner also will recognize 10 notable individuals from the University’s colleges and the School of Nursing by presenting them with the Gold Nugget Award.
Members of the media are invited to cover the event.
The 2009 Distinguished Alumni are: Victor M. Mendez, leader, Federal Highway Administration; Willarda V. Edwards, M.D., president, National Medical Association; Victor Arias Jr., senior client partner, Korn/Ferry International; and Vernon G. Hunt (posthumously), geologist and oil pioneer.
The 2009 Gold Nugget Award recipients are: Francisco S. “Pancho” Uranga, College of Business Administration; Pauline A. Dow and Paulette Wingo, College of Education; Oscar E. Venegas, College of Engineering; Sandy Hatfield Clubb, College of Health Sciences; Alfredo Corchado Jimenez, College of Liberal Arts; Barbara J. Bruno and Cindy A. Stout, School of Nursing; and Jim W. Handschy and Larry R. Wollschlager, College of Science.
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