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FALL 2021 ACTIVITY GUIDE
FALL 2021 ACTIVITY GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PUBLIC LIBRARY ACTIVITIES FITNESS FACILITIES 17
NEA BIG READ NACOGDOCHES 3 ADULT RECEATION ACTIVITIES 18
FAMILY EVENTS 3 ADULT SPORTS 21
MOVIE NIGHTS 6
HISTORIC SITES
FUN TIMES FOR TWEENS/TEENS 6
MUSEUMS & ACTIVITIES 22
LIBRARY ADULT ACTIVITIES 8
CLUBBING AT THE LIBRARY 12 CONTACTS
CITY FACILITY RENTAL 24
RECREATION CENTER ACTIVITES
YOUTH RECREATION ACTIVITIES 13
CAMPS 17
Nacogdoches Public Library
1112 North Street
936-559-2970
Monday through Thursday - 9:00am - 8:00pm
Friday - 9:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Nacogdoches Public Library
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NEA Big Read Nacogdoches
This is the fifth year for the annual campaign aimed at reaching citizens where they
live, work and play. As a community we all read one book at the same time every year
and share our questions, interpretations and understanding. This year we will read
The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros. Free copies in English and Span-
ish are available at the library and other locations. October kicks off a month-long
series of events in partnership with local organizations, and made possible through
a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts and Arts Midwest. In addition to
conventional book discussions, programs such as exhibits, classes, film screenings,
and more will be offered for all ages and interests. We will also provide related
reading suitable for younger readers, as well as teaching materials for teachers and
book club leaders. Our goal is to reach a diverse readership, generate excitement
about reading and community, and inspire new and different ways to experience and
understand literature. NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the
Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. All library programs are free, however, some
require advance registration. Registration may be done in person, by telephone or
online through our website.
Family Events
Special Maker Camp Event: Magic Treehouse
(NEA Big Read)
DATE: September 30
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 7 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Join us for a special Magic Treehouse-themed Maker Camp! Enjoy STEAM-cen-
tered activities inspired by one of our favorite book series, as well as this year’s
NEA Big Read book, The House on Mango Street.
National Night Out (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 5
TIME: 6pm-8pm
AGES: All ages
REGISTRATION: Free. No registration.
Join NPL along with the Nacogdoches Police Department for their annual Na-
tional Night Out. Engage in community-building and celebrate neighborhood
camaraderie with games, crafts and a bite to eat.
Seed Swap (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 9
TIME: 2:00pm
AGES: All ages
REGISTRATION: Free. No registration.
Bring seeds and swap them out for some from the library’s Seed Library. It’s
always nice to plant something new!
3“I Am From” Poetry Writing Workshop
at Cosmic Debris Gallery (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 9
TIME: 12:00pm
AGES: 7 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Anyone can be a poet! Join us at Cosmic Debris Gallery downtown with writer
Jane Webb Childress as she guides you through your very own personalized
poem.
Clothing Swap (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 23
TIME: 4:00pm - 8:00pm
AGES: All ages
REGISTRATION: Free. No registration.
Join us along with Resilient Nacogdoches and switch out your lightly used
clothes for a whole new wardrobe! Exchange lightly used clothes, shoes, and
accessories you no longer need or wear. Items may be brought to the library
one day in advance.
Día de los Muertos Fiesta (NEA Big Read)
DATE: November 6
TIME: 4:00pm - 8:00pm
AGES: All
REGISTRATION: Free. No registration.
Join us downtown on the square for a colorful cultural event that has become a
Nacogdoches tradition.
Storytime
DATE: Wednesdays
TIME: 10:00am
AGES: 12 years & younger
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Join us for stories, songs, and all kinds of silliness every Wednesday morning!
Each participant will receive a take-home craft to enjoy from home.
Cuentos en Español
FECHA: sábados en septiembre y octubre
TIEMPO: 11:00am
EDADES: 12 años o menor
INSCRIPCIÓN: Gratis. Regístrate a través de Eventbrite.
Disfruta de los cuentos en inglés y español.
4Maker Camp
DATES: Thursdays beginning September 9
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 7 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
For those interested in DIY, making, creating, crafting, hacking, tinkering, and
learning. Join us for STEAM-themed crafts and activities!
Texas Book Festival Book Unveiling Party!
DATE: September 1
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: All ages
REGISTRATION: Free. No registration.
The Texas Book Festival recently awarded our library a $2500 grant for graphic
novels, large print books, and youth fiction books. Join us for the unveiling of
the books. Enjoy some book-themed snacks.
Escape Your Bubble: The Chronicles of Narnia
DATE: November 11-13
TIME: Multiple time slots
AGES: 10 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Bring your “bubble” of family or friends (no more than 10 in a group) and solve
puzzles and challenges together. Can you escape the land of Narnia?
Toy Party Sleepover
DATE: December 3
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: All ages
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Bring your favorite stuffed animal and help them prepare for a sleepover at
the library with a fun activity! Leave your stuffie overnight and library staff will
document all of the silly, sleepover fun toys can have.
Escape Your Bubble: Indiana Jones
DATE: December 9-11
TIME: Multiple time slots
AGES: 10 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite
Bring your “bubble” of family or friends (no more than 10 in a group) and solve
archaeological puzzles and challenges together.
5Mock Gingerbread House Decorating
DATE: December 21
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: All ages
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
We’ve taken the gingerbread house tradition and added a twist: build and dec-
orate a graham cracker house for a holiday-themed craft event!
Movie Nights
Coco at Festival Park (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 15
TIME: 6:00pm
AGES: All ages
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Come hang out at Festival Park for an outdoor showing of Pixar’s Coco. Come
early to enjoy food from local food trucks and stake out your spot! This movie is
rated PG. Sponsored by: Nacogdoches Junior Forum.
The Polar Express
DATE: December 17
TIME: 6:00pm
AGES: All ages
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Join the library and our friends from Nacogdoches Historic Sites for a showing
and celebration of The Polar Express. Come early and join Ms. Emily at 5:00pm
for a short Storytime and reading of the book. Naturally, hot chocolate and
sweet treats will be provided! This movie is rated G.
Fun Times for Tweens/Teens
Maker Pro: Soldering
DATE: September 8
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 10-19 years
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Learn how to solder electronic components and make your own light-up pin.
6Name Jewelry (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 6
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 10-19 years
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Represent your personality through jewelry. We’ll use charms and easy tech-
niques to create fun jewelry in several styles.
Special Maker Pro Event:
Miniature Houses (NEA Big Read)
DATE: Thursdays in October
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES:10-19 years
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Each week in October will be a new topic that builds on the previous week.
Week 1: Building the Structure, Week 2: Polymer Clay Miniatures, Week 3:
Miniature Textiles & Furniture, Week 4: Landscaping. Presented by the SFA Art
Department.
Doodle and Washi Tape
Name Art (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 23
TIME: 1:00pm
AGES 10-19 years
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Who doesn’t love creating with washi tape? We have tons of styles to choose
from, as well as instructions on how to turn your name into art.
Candy Sushi
DATE: November 13
TIME: 1:00pm
AGES: 10-19 years
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Make delicious and eye-fooling creations that you can share (or eat all by your-
self)!
Maker Pro: Wearable Circuits
DATE: December 1
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 10-19 years
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Learn to wire and light up wearable fabric creations that can be applied to
clothing or jewelry.
7Library Adult Activities
Where Were You? Remembering
the Events of 9/11
DATE: September 10
TIME: 6:00pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Please join us as we share our memories of where we were as the tragic events
of 9/11 unfolded. Our discussion will also focus on the themes of hospitality and
kindness found in the book, The Day the World Came to Town, by Jim DeFede.
Learn to Make: Food Trends
DATE: September 14
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Everything looks easy on Instagram! We will take a look at internet “food hacks”
and see if they really work.
Adult Art Series: Felting
DATE: September 22
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Learn the basics of 2D & 3D felting to create one of a kind fiber art projects.
Perfect for novice felters.
Keynote Panel Discussion (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 5
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Join Dr. Leslie Cecil with SFA’s Anthropology Department, Dr. Kenneth Untiedt
with SFA’s English Department, Dr. Gabriela Miranda-Recinos with SFA’s Lan-
guages Department, and Dr. José Neftalí Recinos, also with SFA’s Languages
Department, as they discuss The House on Mango Street and invite audience
participation.
8Red High Heels: Consent in The House
on Mango Street (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 8
TIME: 6:00pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Book Discussion. Does what you are wearing say something about you? This
is the question that 12 year-old Esparanza faces after a frightening encounter
while wearing a pair of red high heels. How clothing and consent have been
grossly misinterpreted is the focus of this book discussion.
Piece Makers Pottery Painting & Book Discussion
(NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 21
TIME: 5:00pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Join us at downtown treasure Piece Makers to discuss out book selection and
take advantage of the option to paint your own Mango Street-inspired piece of
pottery art.
Learn to Make: Mango Salsa (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 11
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
In the spirit of The House on Mango Street, learn to make delicious mango
salsa!
Buying Your Home (Comprar Su Casa)
Workshop (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 12
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Workshop. Juan Gonzalez, Branch Manager for the BancorpSouth South Street
location, will present information about mortgages, preparing your credit, and
other things to know before buying your home. Information will be available in
English and Spanish.
9Special Virtual Book Discussion with
Author Sandra Cisneros (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 13
TIME: 6:00pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Join the author herself! Sandra Cisneros, author of The House on Mango Street,
will join us virtually as she discusses this year’s Big Read book.
The American Dream Book Discussion (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 14
TIME: 6:00pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Book Discussion. One of the themes in The House on Mango Street revolves
around the American dream of upward mobility and home ownership. Librar-
ian Mercedes Franks will look at how the concept of the American Dream has
changed over the years.
Women in the Window: The House on Mango
Street (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 18
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Book Discussion. Join us for a discussion of feminine roles as they are defined in
the novel. How have those roles changed and/or stayed the same?
Learn to Make: Food Fusion (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 20
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Some of the best recipes come from a combination of food traditions. Come
learn about (and taste) delicious, and possibly unexpected, food crossovers.
10Trivia at Fredonia Brewery (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 21
TIME: 6:30pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Grab your team and answer general trivia questions with a 1960s music theme
while supporting our local brewery!
Neighborhood & Identity in The House
on Mango Street (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 25
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Book Discussion. In what ways do our neighborhoods define us, both posi-
tively and negatively? How can we overcome the negatives and reinforce the
positives?
Panel Discussion (NEA Big Read)
DATE: October 26
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Join Dr. Dana Cooper with SFA’s History Department and Dr. Linda Levitt with
SFA’s Languages Department as they discuss The House on Mango Street and
invite audience participation.
Adult Art Series: Embossing
DATE: November 10
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Learn a variety of techniques, both hand and machine-based, to emboss paper
art. For papercraft novices.
Learn to Make: Pie
DATE: November 17
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Gear up for Thanksgiving by learning how to make pie with various methods
and flavors. There’s something for everyone!
11Adult Art Series: Wire Wrapped Jewelry
DATE: December 11
TIME: 1:00pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Learn to wrap beads and crystals in wire to make rings, necklaces, or earrings.
For jewelry-making novices.
Learn to Make: Black Eyed Peas
DATE: December 30
TIME: 5:30pm
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Learn to make black eyed peas so that you can ring in 2022 with this New Year’s
classic!
Clubbing at the Library
Between the Lines Journaling Club
DATE: September 7 & 21, October 5 & 19, November 2, 16, & 30,
December 14 & 28
TIME: 6:00pm in person or online
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. Register through Eventbrite.
Whether you’re into bullet journals, art journals, self-care tracking, or diary
keeping, you’re welcome to join us for all things “journal”. Bring your own or
make a new one.
Citizenship Study Group
DATE: Wednesdays, August 25 - December 15
TIME: 6:00pm in person or online
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. No registration.
Prepare for your citizenship exam and interview. Classes are ongoing. Join anytime.
ESL Conversation Group (Grupo de Conver-
sación en Inglés)
DATE: Thursdays, August 26 - December 16
TIME: 5:30pm in person or online
AGES: 18 years & up
REGISTRATION: Free. No registration.
We practice our English skills by conversing, reading aloud, and building vocab-
ulary. This group meets year-round and anyone can join anytime.
12C.L. SIMON RECREATION CENTER
1112 North Street
936-559-2960
Monday through Thursday - 8:00am - 8:00pm
Friday - 8:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Nacogdoches Parks and Recreation
Youth Recreation Activities
Tumble Tots
Date: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Time: 10:00-11:00am
Ages: Baby - Preschooler
Cost: $5 per family
Looking for something to do with your active tot? Want to chat with other
moms? Come let your child explore, climb and crawl in a safe environment while
getting some time to socialize with other moms.
Gymnastics Open Gym
Dates: Sept. 10, 24, Oct. 8, 22, Nov. 5, 19, Dec. 3, 17
Times: 4:30-6:00pm
Ages: 5-12
Cost: $5 per child
Every other Friday evening, bring your kiddos in to let a little energy out in
the gymnastics room. No instruction will be given by staff, but participants are
allowed to work on skills during this time. Children under the age of 5 are wel-
come but must be accompanied by an adult.
Fall Youth Volleyball
Registration: Aug. 9-Sept. 10; Draft: Saturday , Sept. 11
Cost: $60/player
Divisions: Girls 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14
Games Begin: Saturday, October 2
13Winter Youth Basketball
Registration: Oct. 1 - Oct. 22; Draft: TBD
Cost: $60/player
Divisions: Co-ed 5-6, Girls & Boys 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14; registration
based on birth year
Practices Begin: 2nd week of November
Games Begin: December 11
Zumbini
INSTRUCTOR: Cha-Chi Cordero
DATES: Thursdays
TIME: 5:30-6:30pm
AGES: 0-5, ages 0-3 caregiver must be present
COST: $10/class OR $80 full session with music bundle
Zumbini promotes bonding between caregiver and child. Each class is filled with
singing, dancing and various instruments.
Twirling
INSTRUCTOR: Crystal Kilmer
DATES: Tuesdays
TIME: Beginner Twirling: 5:00-5:45pm; Tricks Class: 5:45-6:30pm;
Intermediate & Advanced: 6:30-7:15pm
AGES: 3-18 yrs old
COST: $35/month
Description: Learn fundamentals, tricks, salutes, footwork, kicks, dance, twirling
and novelty routines! Students will need a baton that fits the length of their arm.
Students have the opportunity to perform at local events throughout the year.
Students must take a regular twirling class to take the Trick class. You may order
a baton with the instructor. Private & Semi- private lessons by appointment.
Sign Language
INSTRUCTOR: Cha-Chi Cordero
DATES: Saturdays
TIME: 10:15-11:00am
AGES: All ages welcome
COST: $5/class
This class will focus on the basics of Sign Language. Each class will build on the
previous class. Virtual option available.
Gymnastics Birthday Parties
The gymnastics area can be rented for supervised birthday parties on Saturdays
from 10:30am-12:30pm. Party time includes set-up and clean-up. The fees are
as follows:
• Up to 12 children: $75 for two hours
• 13 - 24 children: $125 for two hours
14Gymnastics and Cheerleading
Registration begins two weeks before the
start of the next session. Schedule varies
by month. Four week sessions are $35,
three week sessions (due to holidays) are
$25.
SEPTEMBER SESSION: Aug. 30-Oct. 1,
skipping week of Labor Day
OCTOBER SESSION: Oct. 4-29
NOVEMBER SESSION: *3 week* Nov.
1-19
DECEMBER SESSION: *3 week* Nov. 29-
Dec. 17
Gymnastics & Cheerleading Class Descriptions
MINI & ME: Children must be 1-3 years of age. This is an introductory level
class designed for the very young gymnast who requires a parent or guard-
ian to accompany him or her on the floor. Children will work on advancing
their motor skills and coordination while being introduced to a variety of
gymnastics equipment.
4-5 YEAR OLDS: Children must be 4-5 years of age and can be without a
parent during the class. The primary objectives for this group are: following
the teacher’s instruction, taking turns and playing well with others within
the gymnastics setting. This class develops the skills featured in the Mini &
Me class and introduces more challenging ones.
6-7 YEAR OLDS: Children must be 6-7 years of age. Gymnasts must
be able to follow directions and learn more advanced motor skills and
gymnastics skills. Each gymnast should be working to master the skills fea-
tured in Tiny Tots and developing the strength and coordination for more
challenging ones.
NINJA CLASS: Children must be at least 6 years of age. Channel your in-
ner ninja warrior and complete obstacle courses. This is a more fast paced,
less technique structured class that requires fast movements and balance.
CHEER AND TUMBLE I: Children must be 5-8 years of age. Athletes will
begin working on tumbling such as standing backbend, round-offs, back
walkovers, front walkovers and running round-offs. If students are ad-
vanced the class will work on more advanced tumbling skills. Stunting will
be taught if there are more than 4 students in a class.
CHEER AND TUMBLE II: Children must be 9 years of age or older. Stu-
dents will be working on more advanced skills building from the Cheer
and Tumble I class. Athletes will be expected to take direction well and be
willing to be challenged. Stunting will be taught if there are more than 4
students in a class.
CHEER AND TUMBLE III (INTRO TO MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH
SCHOOL CHEER): Focuses on perfecting skills, cleaning and sharpening
of motions. This class is perfect for anyone preparing for cheer tryouts of
any level.
Private lessons are also available! Starting at $35.00 for 30 minutes.
15Texas Aikido
JUNIOR BUDOKA
INSTRUCTOR: Robert Cheshire, 5th degree black belt, Shihan Dai;
LaRied Oats, 2nd degree black belt; Jeff Cuevas, 2nd degree black
belt; Brent Gotcher, 2nd degree black belt
DATES: Tuesdays & Thursdays
TIME: 7:00-8:00pm
AGES: 5-14
COST: $5/class OR $60/16 punch card
The Junior aikido class will focus on anti-bullying, confidence building and self
discipline. This will be done in an environment that is fun and participants will
make new friends. Participants are taught how to identify dangerous situations
and strategies to best handle them. They will also learn elements of striking,
hip throws, disarmaments and ground techniquest. Our Chief Instructor is the
National Kids Program Technical Director for our organization.
Self Defense Development
INSTRUCTOR: Buddy Lieberman, 2nd degree black belt & Instructor
Certification in US Sport Karate
DATES: Wednesdays
TIME: 6:30pm-8:00pm
AGES: 12 years & up
COST: Drop in: Individual $15 OR Family of 2 $25 OR Family of 3 or
more $30; Monthly: Individual $50 OR Family of 2 $90 OR Family of 3
or more $105
Perform under pressure. Know that you can react and respond as you need, in
your body. Confidence grounded in competence and skills. Buddy Lieberman’s
Six Month Self Defense Development (SMSDD) system is a striking-based
system designed to help the average person take leaps and bounds in physical
development and technical martial arts understanding, over a short period of
time.
Kyokushin Karate
INSTRUCTOR: Tim Neely
DAY: Tuesdays 4:00 - 4:45pm, Thursdays 4:00 - 4:45 pm, Saturdays 12 -
1pm (all ages)
AGES: 3-11
COST: $50/ month
Kyokushin is a full contact (children wear full gear) style of Japanese karate. It
is a stand-up striking art rooted in a philosophy of self-improvement, discipline
and hard training. A plain white gi is required for all students. Sparring gear
required for all children.
16Ballet & Jazz 1
INSTRUCTOR: Cassie Ramirez
DATES: Wednesdays
TIME: 6:00-7:00pm
AGES: 4-6
COST: $35/month
Dancers will learn basic ballet and jazz techniques, as well as jazz combos. Ballet
or jazz shoes are required.
Ballet & Jazz 2
INSTRUCTOR: Cassie Ramirez
DATES: Wednesdays
TIME: 7:00-8:00pm
AGES: 6-8
COST: $35/month
Dancers will learn basic ballet and jazz techniques, as well as jazz combos. Ballet
or jazz shoes are required.
Camps
Fall Break Camp
DATE: October 8, 11, 12 (Friday, Monday and Tuesday)
TIME: 9:00am - 3:30pm
AGES: 5-8 & 9-12
COST: $50/child, Sibling Discount: $10 off 2nd child
REGISTRATION: Sep. 13th until 1st day of camp if space is available.
Arts and crafts, library and knowledge sessions, gymnastics or cheerleading.
Campers will learn through instructors, hands-on learning and projects.
Winter Break Camp
DATE: December 27-30
TIME: 9:00am - 3:30pm
AGES: 5-8 & 9-12
COST: $75/child, Sibling Discount: $10 off 2nd child
REGISTRATION: Nov. 29th until 1st day of camp if space is available.
Arts and crafts, library and knowledge sessions, gymnastics or cheerleading.
Campers will learn through instructors, hands-on learning and projects.
17Fitness Facilities
Pickleball Courts
COST: Varies depending on location
Two courts available at Banita Creek Park. Bring your own equipment and net.
Equipment is available for rent (free) from the Recreation Center.
Pickleball open gym offered at Recreation Center Monday through Friday from
9am-12pm, equipment provided. $2/day or $20/month.
C.L. Simon Recreation Center Gymnasium
COST: $2/day OR $20/month
AGES: 12 years and under must have supervision by an adult 18 years
of age or older
Wednesdays are 18 & Up night. Gym schedule changes often so call (936) 559-
2960 to check for availability.
Weight Room
COST: $2/day OR $20/month
AGES: 18 years and up ONLY in the weight room
The weight room may be used during C.L. Simon Recreation Center open
hours.
Adult Recreation Activities
Zumba
INSTRUCTOR: Misti Cranford
DATES: Monday - Friday
TIME: 5:30 - 6:30pm
AGES: 13 years & up
COST: $5/class or $60 for a 20 class punch card (expires in 3 months)
Join us for a calorie-burning, fun-filled cardio party! We will crank up the music
and let loose! Fiesta Fridays in the Dance Room.
Table Tennis
COORDINATOR: Robert Payne
DATES: Mondays and Wednesdays
TIME: 4:00pm - 8:30pm
AGES: 8 years & up
COST: $2/person
The Nacogdoches Table Tennis Club (NTTC) welcomes all levels of players.
NTTC promotes a family friendly atmosphere with serious minded children wel-
come under adult supervision. Our goals are fun, exercise and the improvement
of table tennis skills.
18Adult Swing Dance Class
INSTRUCTOR: Catie Munguia
DAY: Thursdays
TIME: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
AGES: 12+
COST: $12 individual, $18 couple/ month
This swing dance class is an introduction to the social dance that swept the na-
tion in the 1930’s and is alive and kicking today, focusing mainly on Lindy Hop.
Register for the whole month, because each month is progressive - meaning
every week reviews and builds on the material taught the week before. Come
by yourself, with your friends, or with a partner. We will rotate partners during
the class. Wear comfortable shoes and attire. For more information, facebook.
com/nacswing
Beginner Clogging & Beginner Plus Clogging
INSTRUCTOR: Cathy Michaels CCI
DAY: Mondays
TIME: 5:30pm - 6:45pm
AGES: 15 years & up - Men and Women welcome
COST: $45/ 8 week session
SESSION DATES: Beginner: Sept. 13th - Nov. 1st — Beginner Plus:
Nov. 8th - Dec. 27th
New student session 8 weeks: New Students must start September 13th (8
week session until Nov. 1st)
Students will learn basic clogging steps/routines. This is a great way to exercise
your mind and body to music while making new friends. Clogging shoes or
athletic shoes with clogging taps required. Some preowned tap shoes are
available for purchase in limited sizes. No previous dance experience required.
PREREQUISITE: BEGINNER CLOGGING
High Intermediate & Adult
Exhibition Team Clogging
INSTRUCTOR: Donna Oliver CCI
DAY: Thursdays
TIME: 6:00 - 8:00pm
AGES: 16 years & up - Men and Women welcome
COST: $60 for a 10 class punch card (provided at C.L. Simon Recre-
ation Center or online)
LOCATION OF CLASS: Liberty Hall 805 E. Main, Nacogdoches, TX
75961
If you have clogging experience and would like to further it, come join a fun
group with a family dynamic. Learn new steps and routines. We perform at
nursing homes, festivals, and numerous other venues. For fun and exercise
(shhh) come check us out.
19Easy Intermediate Clogging
INSTRUCTOR: Cathy Michaels CCI
DAY: Mondays
TIME: 6:45 - 8:15pm
AGES: 15 years & up - Men and Women welcome
COST: $7/class OR $60/10 class punch card
Students will learn Easy Intermediate clogging steps/routines. This is a great
way to exercise your mind & body to music while making new friends. PREREQ-
UISITE: BEGINNER PLUS CLOGGING OR EXPERIENCE
Yoga
INSTRUCTOR: Carly Heuckendorf
DATE: Mondays 8/23- 10/4 4-5pm; Tuesdays 8/24 - 10/5 10-11am;
Wednesdays 8/25 - 10/6 5-6pm, & thursdays 8/26 - 10/7 5-6 pm
AGES: 14+
COST: $15 drop in, $107 10 class pass (must be used in 1st 6 week
session); $157 unlimited 6 week pass
This one-hour training is an invitation for you to strengthen and mobilize your
muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones. We will use all body weight calisthen-
ics type movements while weaving breathing and focus techniques seamlessly
to give you a truly one of a kind experience. Come with a yoga mat if you have
one (limited number are available), and wear comfortable clothes. Don’t forget
an open heart and mind. Private and semi private sessions by appointment.
Watercolor Painting
INSTRUCTOR: Amy Bridges
DAY: Wednesdays
TIME: 5:00-6:30pm
AGES: 14 years & up
COST: $40/ month
Learn watercolor basics and how to paint an image of your choosing. All
materials provided by the instructor. Bring at least 1 image with you as a photo
reference. Wear something that you can get paint on.
Tai Chi
DAY: Mondays and Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:00 am
AGES: 18+
COST: Free
Tai chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that is practiced as a graceful form of
exercise. It is a series of movements performed in a slow focused manner. The
benefits are balance, tranquility and strength. All levels are welcome.
20Kyokushin Karate
INSTRUCTOR: Tim Neely
DAY: Tuesdays 7:30 - 8:15pm, Thursdays 6:45 - 7:30 pm, Saturdays 12 -
1pm (all ages)
AGES: 12+
COST: $50/ month
Kyokushin is a full contact style of Japanese karate. It is a stand-up striking art
rooted in a philosophy of self-improvement, discipline and hard training. A plain
white gi is required for all students.
Texas Aikido Budoka
INSTRUCTOR: Robert Cheshire, 5th degree black belt, Shihan Dai;
LaRied Oats, 2nd degree black belt; Jeff Cuevas, 2nd degree black
belt; Brent Gotcher, 2nd degree black belt
DATES: Tuesdays & Thursdays
TIME: 7:00-8:30pm
AGES: 14 & up
COST: $5/class or $60 for a 16 punch card
Our aikido class for adults consists of Judo, Aikido, Karate and Jujitsu. Partici-
pants learn elements of self-defense while enjoying a traditional Japanese mar-
tial art. Individuals will learn to challenge ourselves both physically and mentally.
Participants will learn aspects of escaping from grasps, various throws (and how
to land/roll safely), weapon disarms and ground fighting.
Adult Sports
Fall Adult Softball
REGISTRATION: begins August 9
COST: $385 per team
DIVISIONS: Co-Ed
GAMES BEGIN: week of September 12
AGES: 18 & up
Fall Adult Soccer
REGISTRATION: begins August 9
COST: $55 per individual OR $550 per team
DIVISIONS: Over 30 and Open League
GAMES BEGIN: Open League - Games will begin Sept. 14 playing
on Tuesday and Thursday nights. Over 30 - Games will begin Sept. 12
playing on Sundays.
AGES: 18 & up
21Old Town Paddle BathePickleball Tournament
DATE: October 23
Nacogdoches’ first ever pickleball tournament! Locations and other details TBD.
Winter Adult Futsal
REGISTRATION: begins
COST: $25 per individual, $175 per team
DIVISIONS: Co-Ed, Open (16+) and Over 30
GAMES BEGIN: Games will begin first week of January and will be
played on Tuesday and Thursday nights. Possible Friday games if needed.
AGES: 16 & up
Museums and Activities
DURST-TAYLOR HISTORIC
HOUSE AND GARDENS
HOURS: Wednesday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
LOCATION: 304 North St.
COST: Free
The Durst-Taylor Historic House and Gardens is a circa 1835 wood-frame
house and is the second oldest building in Nacogdoches. The house sits very
close to the intersection of the old El Camino Real de los Tejas and La Calle de
Norte and was home to many early businessmen, bankers, and political leaders
including Thomas J. Rusk, Bennet Blake and William Ochiltree. This hands-on
museum includes a fully functioning smokehouse, blacksmith shop and chicken
coop as well as heirloom gardens and a sugarcane mill.
STERNE-HOYA HOUSE
MUSEUM AND LIBRARY
HOURS: Wednesday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
LOCATION: 211 S. LaNana
COST: Free
The Sterne-Hoya House Museum and Library is an 1830 dogtrot house built
by prominent merchant and Texas Revolution leader, Adolphus Sterne. It was
occupied by the Sterne family until 1869 when it was sold to the von der Hoya
family. The house remained in the von der Hoya family until it was donated to
the City of Nacogdoches in 1958.
NACOGDOCHES RAILROAD DEPOT
HOURS: Thursday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
LOCATION: 101 Old Tyler Rd.
COST: Free
The Nacogdoches Railroad Depot was built by Southern Pacific Railways to
replace the original wooden depot and opened on April 3 of 1911. The wooden
depot was built in May of 1910 and burned to the ground less than a year later
after it was struck by lightning. The depot remained in service until 1954. View
our new exhibit on the history of the railroad and its passengers.
22THURSDAYS IN THE GARDEN
DATES: September 2, 16, 30th & October 7th & 21st
TIME: 10am -11am
AGES: 2-6
LOCATION: Durst-Taylor Historic House & Gardens (304 North St.)
Join us at the Durst-Taylor Historic House & Gardens for an outdoor craft or
activity designed
around the history of our site. Craft themes are vegetables, farm animals, pio-
neer toys and
games, flowers and holiday decorations. In the event of rain, activities will be
done inside.
LOBLOLLY MODEL TRAIN DISPLAY
DATES: Please check Facebook for dates & times
AGES: All ages
LOCATION: Nacogdoches Railroad Depot (101 Old Tyler Rd.)
The Loblolly Model Train Display is coming to the Nacogdoches Railroad Depot
for the 2021 holiday season! Visit us at the Nacogdoches Railroad Depot for this
family favorite model train display.
TRAIN ORNAMENTS
DATES: November 2021
AGES: All ages
COST: Free
LOCATION:: Nacogdoches Railroad Depot (101 Old Tyler Rd.)
Stop by the Nacogdoches Railroad Depot during open hours in November to
pick up a blank
train ornament. Paint it at the Depot or take it home with you to decorate.
Place the ornament
on your tree at home or, bring it back to the Depot to display on our Christmas
tree!
‘TIS THE SEASON CHRISTMAS EVENT
DATES: December 4th
TIME: 10 am - 5 pm
LOCATION: S terne-Hoya House Museum & Library (211 South Lanana
St.)
AGES: All ages
COST: Free
This holiday exhibit takes visitors back to the Christmas celebrations of Sterne’s
day - circa 1842. Visitors will get a glimpse of holiday foods, parties, topics of
conversations, games and other elements for a mid-1800s Christmas. There will
be warm Wassail served on the front porch. We hope to see you there - it will
be a very fine frolic!
23City Facility Rentals
LIBERTY HALL
Liberty Hall (El Camino Real Park) is available for parties, reunions, or corporate
functions. The facility has a small kitchenette and large meeting area with a
maximum capacity of 75 people. Some tables and chairs are provided.
CONTACT: C.L. Simon Recreation Center (936) 559-2960
COST: Monday-Friday $140.00 for four hours and $35.00 for each
additional hour; Saturday-Sunday $280.00 for eight hours
*Refundable Security Deposit required at time of reservation - $100, or $500 if
you will serve alcohol at the event.
*Payment due at time of reservation. Cancellations made more than 7 days
prior to the event will receive a full refund.
PARK PAVILIONS
Park pavilions are available to reserve for parties and other events. There are 16
different covered pavilions throughout the City and around Lake Nacogdoches.
CONTACT: C.L. Simon Recreation Center (936) 559-2960
COST: $10.00 per hour OR $50.00 all day
*Payment due at time of reservation. Cancellations made more than 7 days
prior to the event will receive a full refund.
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