Calendar

Parks & Recreation Board

January 21, 2020, 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM @ 2nd Floor Council Chambers

*Board Meetings are Subject to Change

Agendas & Minutes

Mayor's Downtown Task Force

January 24, 2020, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Basement Conference Room

*Board Meetings are Subject to Change

Agendas & Minutes

DCOA Board Meeting

January 28, 2020, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Develop Abilene Conference Room

*Board Meetings are Subject to Change

Agendas & Minutes

Abilene Landmarks Commission

January 28, 2020, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ 2nd Floor Council Chambers

*Board Meetings are Subject to Change

Agendas & Minutes

City Council Meeting

January 23, 2020, 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ 2nd Floor Council Chambers

*Board Meetings are Subject to Change

Agendas & Minutes

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January 20, 2020, All Day

Most City Offices will be closed in observance

Pokemon Meetup (South Branch)

January 19, 2020, 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon of gaming fun! Designed for both new and experienced players, all are welcome to be a part of this weekly meet up where we gather to play the Pokemon Card Game. Gameplay will be for youth from 1:30PM to 2:30PM, then teens and adults from 2:30PM to 5:30PM. Pokemon has something for everyone, so come out, bring your cards, and be ready to battle it out at your library. Instruction will also be available for those interested in learning how to play, and once you do, you’ll be challenging everyone else in no time. Call 325-698-7565 for details.

Once Upon a Storytime (South Branch)

January 19, 2020, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Children's Area

Join your South Branch Library for a magical storytime session featuring two great characters you’re sure to know and love. Once Upon a Storytime sessions are great for youth of all ages, and parents too, and you’re encouraged to come dressed in your royal best and then settle in for a great interactive program including stories, songs, photo opportunities, and more. You won’t want to miss this Sunday event at your library, and for additional information, contact staff at 325-698-7565.

TECH Time at South Branch

January 20, 2020, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ South Branch Library

As more people acquire smartphones, tablets, and laptops, you may find yourself needing a little help. If that’s you, join us for TECH (Technology Enrichment & Collaborative Help) Time at your library. Sessions will be hosted on a weekly basis at your South Branch Library where our tech gurus will help you to navigate your way through learning to use your devices and answering your tech-related questions. If you need help learning to use our digital services, learning to use features on your devices, experiencing a problem, etc., we’ll do our best to help you learn and resolve the issues you’re experiencing. We may not have all the answers, but we’ll certainly do our best to help. Guests will be helped on a first-come, first-served basis and limited to 20-minutes if others are waiting. For more information, contact staff at 325-698-7565.

Stories in the Mall (South Branch)

January 21, 2020, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM @ Dippin' Dots in the Mall of Abilene

The entire family is invited out for the next Stories at the Mall session, hosted next to the Dippin’ Dots station near Chick-fil-A. At each session, kids of all ages will join in to hear great stories, sing songs, and get hands-on with a craft too. Even better, kids will also get a free ice cream, thanks to our friends at Dippin’ Dots, just for coming out. Don’t miss out on this great monthly activity in the mall, and for additional information, contact staff at 325-698-7565.

Youth Chess Club (South Branch)

January 21, 2020, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ Meeting Room

Tweens and teens are invited to be a part of the library’s Youth Chess Club, providing a great opportunity to learn and play chess in a supportive environment. At each session, youth will get the chance to socialize, learn about the club, develop skills and techniques for better play, watch demonstrations, and then try their hand at playing friendly games with their peers. Chess is a great game of strategy, and we invite you all to build up your skills at your library. Sessions will be hosted across all branch locations. For more information, contact staff at 325-698-7565.

Fandom Club (Main Library)

January 21, 2020, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ 1st Floor, Teen Zone

Calling all teens. If you have a fandom you love, and we know you know, then you’re invited to be a part of the Fandom Club at your Main Library. At these sessions, you’re invited to meetup at the Teen Zone to meet other fans, discuss your fandoms, create fandom based art, play fandom games, and so much more. For additional information, contact staff at 325-676-6067.

Crafty DIY: Wax Art Candles (Main Library)

January 22, 2020, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ 2nd Floor, Auditorium

Back for round two in the new year, adults are welcome to join us at your Main Library for another session of Crafty DIY. This is the program where we’ll supply the materials to show you how to create some great DIY crafts and projects to be used in your home decor. Each session features something new and all you have to bring with you are your crafting hands and a willingness to make something fun at your library. At this session, we’ll be trying out making Wax Art Candles. It’s easier than you think so don’t miss out.

Bottle Cap Pincushions (Main Library)

January 23, 2020, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM @ Basement, Makerspace

People who enjoy sewing, embroidery, or other needlecrafts know that a pincushion can come in very handy. Those who want to take their needlecraft with them when they travel or even have to wait someplace may need to get into as small a container or space as possible. That’s where bottle cap pincushions benefit everyone. Being small and versatile, they travel easily, can fit in small spaces, and may even be attached with double sided tape to a sewing machine to keep them handy when needed. Getting one is easy. Come to the library and make your own. All materials will be supplied, and for more information, contact staff at 325-676-6025.

LEGO My Library (Main Library)

January 23, 2020, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ 1st Floor, Story Room

If you’re into LEGO building, don’t miss the next LEGO My Library session at your Main Library. This is the time where we layout a sea of LEGO and platform and then see what youth are inspired to create within an hour. Work on a project solo, or partner up with others for a joint project, there’s no wrong way to have fun. Youth under the age of 8 should be accompanied by an adult. For more information, feel free to contact staff at 325-676-6067.

Open Mic Night (South Branch)

January 23, 2020, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Meeting Room

Calling all local performers! Whether you play an instrument, sing, recite poetry, etc., join us at your South Branch Library’s Open Mic Night so you can share your talent with the community. Space is limited so register online to reserve your place on our stage! Each performer will be given a 5-minute slot. There are no limitations on what you can do, but please keep it family-friendly. Only performers will need to register for the event. If you want to come out and watch, feel free to do so. Walk-ins for performing will be accepted, but only taken after registered performers as time allows. This will be a new monthly event at your library, so let’s make it a successful one and show us your talent! For more information, contact staff at 325-698-7565.

LEGO Galore (Mockingbird Branch)

January 25, 2020, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Children's Area

Youth are invited out to your Mockingbird Branch Library for some LEGO Club fun. We’ll supply all the materials you’ll need to build whatever you can think of, and offer resources for all the different items you can build with these simple building blocks. We’ll spend the majority of the program working on our creations, and then we’ll reserve some time at the end of the program to admire what everyone has built. Don’t miss out on this fun event at your library. For more information, contact staff at 325-437-7323.

Family Flix: "The Angry Birds Movie 2" (South Branch)

January 25, 2020, 11:00 AM - 12:40 PM @ Meeting Room

Kids and parents are invited to join your South Branch Library for a great mid-morning movie. This time around, we’re watching the second installment in the films based on a popular gaming app with “The Angry Birds Movie 2.” In this film, the flightless birds are back, as well as the scheming green pigs, and they’re taking their feud to the next level in this film. Doing very well in theaters, this film has a run time of 1 hour and 37 minutes and is rated PG for some rude humor and action. Light snacks will be served, or feel free to bring your own snacks to the show. For additional information, contact staff at 325-698-7565.

Saturday Matinee: "Judy" (South Branch)

January 25, 2020, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Meeting Room

Catch a great movie during the South Branch Library’s Saturday Matinee event where we play great hits. At this session we’ll be watching a great biopic starring Renee Zellweer in the lead role as “Judy.” In this film, the legendary performer Judy Garland arrives in London in the winter of 1968 to perform a series of sold-out concerts. This film is rated PG-13 for substance abuse, thematic content, some strong language, and smoking and has a run time of 1 hour and 58 minutes. Receiving great responses from critics and moviegoers alike, this appears to be one of the movies to see, if you haven’t already.. Light snacks will be served, or feel free to bring in your own snacks and food for the movie. For additional information, contact staff at 325-698-7565.

Mockingbird Movies: "The Peanut Butter Falcon" (Mockingbird Branch)

January 25, 2020, 2:30 PM - 4:15 PM @ Activity Room

Looking to catch a recently released flick to DVD? Come out to your Mockingbird Branch Library as we’ll be showing 2019’s “The Peanut Butter Falcon,” a dramedy starring Shia LaBeouf and Dakota Johnson. This film follows a young man with Down Syndrome who escapes from an assisted living facility to make his dream of becoming a professional wrestler come true. He befriends a wayward fisherman on the run, and has the two men form a rapid bond, a social worker attempts to track them. This movie is rated PG-13 and has a runtime of 1 hour and 37 minutes. Refreshments will be served, but feel free to bring your own snacks. For more information, contact staff at 325-437-7323.

Pokemon Meetup (South Branch)

January 26, 2020, 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon of gaming fun! Designed for both new and experienced players, all are welcome to be a part of this weekly meet up where we gather to play the Pokemon Card Game. Gameplay will be for youth from 1:30PM to 2:30PM, then teens and adults from 2:30PM to 5:30PM. Pokemon has something for everyone, so come out, bring your cards, and be ready to battle it out at your library. Instruction will also be available for those interested in learning how to play, and once you do, you’ll be challenging everyone else in no time. Call 325-698-7565 for details.

TECH Time at South Branch

January 27, 2020, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ South Branch Library

As more people acquire smartphones, tablets, and laptops, you may find yourself needing a little help. If that’s you, join us for TECH (Technology Enrichment & Collaborative Help) Time at your library. Sessions will be hosted on a weekly basis at your South Branch Library where our tech gurus will help you to navigate your way through learning to use your devices and answering your tech-related questions. If you need help learning to use our digital services, learning to use features on your devices, experiencing a problem, etc., we’ll do our best to help you learn and resolve the issues you’re experiencing. We may not have all the answers, but we’ll certainly do our best to help. Guests will be helped on a first-come, first-served basis and limited to 20-minutes if others are waiting. For more information, contact staff at 325-698-7565.

Imagination Lab: DIY Crystals (Main Library)

January 27, 2020, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ 1st Floor, Story Room

Youth won’t want to miss the next Imagination Lab session at your Main Library where we get hands-on with great projects that have you thinking, imagining, and creating. At this afternoon session, will be making DIY Crystals. Youth will learn how to create a snowflake or flower using simple chenille sticks. Then we’ll put them in jars, fill them with a borax solution, and see how they crystallize. This process won’t be immediate so you’ll need to take it home and watch it over the next couple of days, then you will see the sticks covered in amazing crystals. We’ll supply all the materials you’ll need. For more information, contact staff at 325-676-6067.

Dungeons & Dragons (Mockingbird Branch)

January 27, 2020, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Activity Room

Need someplace to host a Dungeons & Dragons game? Looking for other teens to play D&D with? Well come on over to the Mockingbird Branch because we’ll be hosting regular gaming sessions on select Monday evenings starting at 5:30PM. The library will provide the three main manuals, dice, and character sheets. So if you’re a Dungeon Master, or an adventurer, come join in on the gaming fun. For more information, contact staff at 325-437-7323.

Frozen Family Storytime (Mockingbird Branch)

January 27, 2020, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Activity Room

It’s going to get a bit chilly at your Mockingbird Branch Library and we gear up for a wonderful Frozen Family Night event. We’ll have a very special guest, all the way from Arendelle, who will be on hand to lead kids through a wonderful storytime program they’re sure to love. Come dressed in your princess dresses and royalty best and be delighted in this interactive program at your library. You’ll even get to make an Olaf craft, enjoy ice cream, and get pictures with our special guest. Loads of fun for the entire family, so call us at 325-437-7323.

Fandom Club (Main Library)

January 28, 2020, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ 1st Floor, Teen Zone

Calling all teens. If you have a fandom you love, and we know you know, then you’re invited to be a part of the Fandom Club at your Main Library. At these sessions, you’re invited to meetup at the Teen Zone to meet other fans, discuss your fandoms, create fandom based art, play fandom games, and so much more. For additional information, contact staff at 325-676-6067.

Common Threads: Knitting & Crochet Club (Main Library)

January 28, 2020, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Basement, Makerspace

If you’re an adult who is into knitting and crocheting, you’re invited to be a part of the Common Threads: Knitting & Crochet Club at your Main Library. You’re encouraged to bring along your projects as we gather for socializing and learning about new and interesting techniques from each other about the world of yarn. See what projects we’re working on, and show off some of your own to inspire others. Light refreshments will be provided, and for additional information, contact staff at 325-676-6025.

LEGO My Library (Main Library)

January 30, 2020, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ 1st Floor, Story Room

If you’re into LEGO building, don’t miss the next LEGO My Library session at your Main Library. This is the time where we layout a sea of LEGO and platform and then see what youth are inspired to create within an hour. Work on a project solo, or partner up with others for a joint project, there’s no wrong way to have fun. Youth under the age of 8 should be accompanied by an adult. For more information, feel free to contact staff at 325-676-6067.

Baby Steps at South Branch

January 20, 2020, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM @ Meeting Room

Baby Steps is a weekly storytime and activity series designed for parents to share with newborns up to age 1. At each session, stories, activities, and stimuli are presented along with parental participation. Follow along as children's staff help to guide you through a number of stimulating activities, while also getting the opportunity to socialize with other parents too.

Play & Learn at Mockingbird Branch

January 21, 2020, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM @ Activity Room

Play & Learn is a weekly series designed for parents and youth ages 1-3. At this session, guests will participate in a series of sensory activities to facilitate exploration and stimulate a young child's senses.

Lapsit at South Branch

January 21, 2020, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM @ Meeting Room

Lapsits are a weekly storytime series aimed at parents and youth ages 1-2. Led by children's staff at the library, they'll be on hand to share rhymes, music, short stories, and more that's designed to keep a child's interest. Parents are encouraged to join in on activities with youth as they grow.

Baby Steps at Main Library

January 22, 2020, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ 1st Floor, Story Room

Baby Steps is a weekly storytime and activity series designed for parents to share with newborns up to age 1. At each session, stories, activities, and stimuli are presented along with parental participation. Follow along as children's staff help to guide you through a number of stimulating activities, while also getting the opportunity to socialize with other parents too.

Preschool Storytime at South Branch

January 22, 2020, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM @ Children's Area

The Preschool Storytime is presented weekly and aimed at youth ages 3-6. Kids will listen to great stories selected by children's staff, join in fingerplays, sing, dance, and watch puppets and other visual presentations. Parents are encouraged to join in on the storytime fun.

Head to Toes at Main Library

January 22, 2020, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ 1st Floor, Story Room

The Head to Toes program is a weekly series designed for youth ages 2-5, as well as parents to engage in as well. This storytime series will focus on body recognition, gross motor skills, and all things head to toe. So get them up and moving and learning with us at the library.

Toddler Time at Main Library

January 23, 2020, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ 1st Floor, Story Room

Toddler Times are a weekly storytime session aimed at youth ages 2-3, and parents. Led by children's staff at the library, these sessions will help prepare youth for longer stories in preparation for engaging in all other children's programming for older youth at the library such as Preschool Storytime, Family Fun, and Super Storytime events.

Toddler Time at South Branch

January 23, 2020, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM @ Children's Area

Toddler Times are a weekly storytime session aimed at youth ages 2-3, and parents. Led by children's staff at the library, these sessions will help prepare youth for longer stories in preparation for engaging in all other children's programming for older youth at the library such as Preschool Storytime, Family Fun, and Super Storytime events.

Mother Goose on the Loose at Main Library

January 23, 2020, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ 1st Floor, Story Room

Mother Goose on the Loose is a unique weekly storytime event designed for parents and youth from newborn up to age 3. At each session, guests will engage in an award-winning literacy program utilizing a variety of activities such as rhymes, puppets, and songs.

Rhythm & Rhyme at Mockingbird Branch

January 24, 2020, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM @ Children's Area

Rhythm & Rhyme is a great weekly series, hosted on Mondays and Fridays for youth of various ages. This educational program combines music, dance, and rhythm with structured learning at your library, in a relaxed environment. It's a great way for getting up and moving at your library.

Baby Steps at South Branch

January 27, 2020, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM @ Meeting Room

Baby Steps is a weekly storytime and activity series designed for parents to share with newborns up to age 1. At each session, stories, activities, and stimuli are presented along with parental participation. Follow along as children's staff help to guide you through a number of stimulating activities, while also getting the opportunity to socialize with other parents too.

Rhythm & Rhyme at Mockingbird Branch

January 27, 2020, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM @ Children's Area

Rhythm & Rhyme is a great weekly series, hosted on Mondays and Fridays for youth of various ages. This educational program combines music, dance, and rhythm with structured learning at your library, in a relaxed environment. It's a great way for getting up and moving at your library.

Preschool Storytime at Main Library

January 27, 2020, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ 1st Floor, Story Room

The Preschool Storytime is presented weekly and aimed at youth ages 3-6. Kids will listen to great stories selected by children's staff, join in fingerplays, sing, dance, and watch puppets and other visual presentations. Parents are encouraged to join in on the storytime fun.

Play & Learn at Mockingbird Branch

January 28, 2020, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM @ Activity Room

Play & Learn is a weekly series designed for parents and youth ages 1-3. At this session, guests will participate in a series of sensory activities to facilitate exploration and stimulate a young child's senses.

Lapsit at South Branch

January 28, 2020, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM @ Meeting Room

Lapsits are a weekly storytime series aimed at parents and youth ages 1-2. Led by children's staff at the library, they'll be on hand to share rhymes, music, short stories, and more that's designed to keep a child's interest. Parents are encouraged to join in on activities with youth as they grow.

Baby Steps at Main Library

January 29, 2020, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ 1st Floor, Story Room

Baby Steps is a weekly storytime and activity series designed for parents to share with newborns up to age 1. At each session, stories, activities, and stimuli are presented along with parental participation. Follow along as children's staff help to guide you through a number of stimulating activities, while also getting the opportunity to socialize with other parents too.

Preschool Storytime at South Branch

January 29, 2020, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM @ Children's Area

The Preschool Storytime is presented weekly and aimed at youth ages 3-6. Kids will listen to great stories selected by children's staff, join in fingerplays, sing, dance, and watch puppets and other visual presentations. Parents are encouraged to join in on the storytime fun.

Head to Toes at Main Library

January 29, 2020, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ 1st Floor, Story Room

The Head to Toes program is a weekly series designed for youth ages 2-5, as well as parents to engage in as well. This storytime series will focus on body recognition, gross motor skills, and all things head to toe. So get them up and moving and learning with us at the library.

Toddler Time at Main Library

January 30, 2020, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ 1st Floor, Story Room

Toddler Times are a weekly storytime session aimed at youth ages 2-3, and parents. Led by children's staff at the library, these sessions will help prepare youth for longer stories in preparation for engaging in all other children's programming for older youth at the library such as Preschool Storytime, Family Fun, and Super Storytime events.

Toddler Time at South Branch

January 30, 2020, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM @ Children's Area

Toddler Times are a weekly storytime session aimed at youth ages 2-3, and parents. Led by children's staff at the library, these sessions will help prepare youth for longer stories in preparation for engaging in all other children's programming for older youth at the library such as Preschool Storytime, Family Fun, and Super Storytime events.

Mother Goose on the Loose at Main Library

January 30, 2020, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ 1st Floor, Story Room

Mother Goose on the Loose is a unique weekly storytime event designed for parents and youth from newborn up to age 3. At each session, guests will engage in an award-winning literacy program utilizing a variety of activities such as rhymes, puppets, and songs.

Rhythm & Rhyme at Mockingbird Branch

January 31, 2020, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM @ Children's Area

Rhythm & Rhyme is a great weekly series, hosted on Mondays and Fridays for youth of various ages. This educational program combines music, dance, and rhythm with structured learning at your library, in a relaxed environment. It's a great way for getting up and moving at your library.

Basic Dog Manners Obedience Class

January 21, 2020, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Cobb Recreation Center

This class is for dogs aged 7 months and up. For your dogs safety, they must have completed all of their puppy shots prior to the first class.You will need to bring proof of shots with you the first day of class. In this class, your dog will learn basic manners: Settle, sit, down, heeling, recalls, stays, touch, place and manners when meeting others. You will learn how to build a relationship with your dog that will keep him eager to work with you! This class focuses on accomplishing the elements to pass the CGC (AKC's Canine Good Citizenship) Test. The CGC test is offered, free of charge, to those participants who would like to test on the last day of class. Please bring flat or training collar and a six foot leash, as well as any treats your dog loves!

Puppy Obedience Class

January 21, 2020, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Cobb Recreation Center

This class is for puppies aged 4-6 months. For your puppy's safety, they must have completed all of their puppy shots prior to the first class. The only exception is rabies prior to 6 months of age (as some veterinarians will not administer the rabies vaccine until 6 months). you will need to bring proof of shots with you the first day of class. In this class, you will learn training techniques that will seem like "fun and games" to your puppy but will actually be building a strong foundation of excellent manners! Your puppy will learn to sit, down, settle, begin the stays, and recall exercises, as well as, meeting strangers and being polite around other dogs. Your puppy will gain confidence through positive reinforcement and the gentle use of instability equipment. Please bring a flat or training collar and a six foot leash, as well as, any treats or kibble your puppy loves!

Country Western Dance Lessons | Adaptive Recreation

January 23, 2020, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM @ Adaptive Recreation

It's time to two-step on over to our country western dancing classes! This class teaches you how to Texas Two-Step, Waltz, Polka, Schottische, and more. All skill levels are welcome to join in our class, everyone will learn something! Classes will be held at Adaptive Recreation Services from 6:30 to 8:00 pm starting on January 9, continuing for 8 weeks, ending on February 20. It's $45 per couple or $33 per individual, and you can register online at www.abilenetx.gov/signup.

Scent Work Class for Dogs

January 23, 2020, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Cobb Recreation Center

Want to have fun with your dog and watch him/her develop their natural ability to detect scent? This class is perfect for any dog 6 months and older. For your dog's safety, they must have completed all of their shots prior to the first class. You will need to bring proof of shots with you the first day of class. In this class, you will learn: Search/reward game Proper reward timing Beginning and ending protocol Open box searches Introduce harness work Area searches Interior room searches Threshold hides Introduce elevated hides The benefits of this class! Burn lots of excess energy No prior training is required Shy or fearful dogs build confidence Perfect for all ages and breeds Build a stronger bond between you and your dog! Please bring a flat collar, at least a 6 foot leash, harness (if you have one) and long line (if you have one). Also, bring LOTS of yummy treats that your dog doesn't always get (i.e. hotdogs, chicken, turkey).

Advanced Scent Work Class for Dogs

January 23, 2020, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Cobb Recreation Center

** You must have completed our Regular Scent Work Class prior to enrolling in this Advanced Class.** For your dog's safety, they must have completed all of their shots prior to the first class. You will need to bring proof of shots with you the first day of class. You will need to bring proof of shots DHLPP + Rabies with you to the first class. In this class, you will build on the skills learned in the regular scent class and transition your dog from finding a food source scent, to searching for the scent of Birch. The hides become more difficult and handlers must become better at reading their dog's body language. We focus on proper protocols and good reward timing. There will be room, container, and area searches, as well as vehicle.

Country Western Dance Lessons | Cobb Recreation

January 27, 2020, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM @ Cobb Recreation Center

It's time to two-step on over to our country western dancing classes! This class teaches you how to Texas Two-Step, Waltz, Polka, Schottische, and more. All skill levels are welcome to join in our class, everyone will learn something! Classes will be held at Cobb Recreation Center from 6:30 to 8:00pm starting January 6, continuing for 8 weeks with no class on January 20, and ending on March 2. It's $45 per couple or $33 per individual, and you can register online at the My Parks and Recreation website.

Basic Dog Manners Obedience Class

January 28, 2020, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Cobb Recreation Center

This class is for dogs aged 7 months and up. For your dogs safety, they must have completed all of their puppy shots prior to the first class.You will need to bring proof of shots with you the first day of class. In this class, your dog will learn basic manners: Settle, sit, down, heeling, recalls, stays, touch, place and manners when meeting others. You will learn how to build a relationship with your dog that will keep him eager to work with you! This class focuses on accomplishing the elements to pass the CGC (AKC's Canine Good Citizenship) Test. The CGC test is offered, free of charge, to those participants who would like to test on the last day of class. Please bring flat or training collar and a six foot leash, as well as any treats your dog loves!

Puppy Obedience Class

January 28, 2020, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Cobb Recreation Center

This class is for puppies aged 4-6 months. For your puppy's safety, they must have completed all of their puppy shots prior to the first class. The only exception is rabies prior to 6 months of age (as some veterinarians will not administer the rabies vaccine until 6 months). you will need to bring proof of shots with you the first day of class. In this class, you will learn training techniques that will seem like "fun and games" to your puppy but will actually be building a strong foundation of excellent manners! Your puppy will learn to sit, down, settle, begin the stays, and recall exercises, as well as, meeting strangers and being polite around other dogs. Your puppy will gain confidence through positive reinforcement and the gentle use of instability equipment. Please bring a flat or training collar and a six foot leash, as well as, any treats or kibble your puppy loves!

Country Western Dance Lessons | Adaptive Recreation

January 30, 2020, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM @ Adaptive Recreation

It's time to two-step on over to our country western dancing classes! This class teaches you how to Texas Two-Step, Waltz, Polka, Schottische, and more. All skill levels are welcome to join in our class, everyone will learn something! Classes will be held at Adaptive Recreation Services from 6:30 to 8:00 pm starting on January 9, continuing for 8 weeks, ending on February 20. It's $45 per couple or $33 per individual, and you can register online at www.abilenetx.gov/signup.

Scent Work Class for Dogs

January 30, 2020, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Cobb Recreation Center

Want to have fun with your dog and watch him/her develop their natural ability to detect scent? This class is perfect for any dog 6 months and older. For your dog's safety, they must have completed all of their shots prior to the first class. You will need to bring proof of shots with you the first day of class. In this class, you will learn: Search/reward game Proper reward timing Beginning and ending protocol Open box searches Introduce harness work Area searches Interior room searches Threshold hides Introduce elevated hides The benefits of this class! Burn lots of excess energy No prior training is required Shy or fearful dogs build confidence Perfect for all ages and breeds Build a stronger bond between you and your dog! Please bring a flat collar, at least a 6 foot leash, harness (if you have one) and long line (if you have one). Also, bring LOTS of yummy treats that your dog doesn't always get (i.e. hotdogs, chicken, turkey).

Advanced Scent Work Class for Dogs

January 30, 2020, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Cobb Recreation Center

** You must have completed our Regular Scent Work Class prior to enrolling in this Advanced Class.** For your dog's safety, they must have completed all of their shots prior to the first class. You will need to bring proof of shots with you the first day of class. You will need to bring proof of shots DHLPP + Rabies with you to the first class. In this class, you will build on the skills learned in the regular scent class and transition your dog from finding a food source scent, to searching for the scent of Birch. The hides become more difficult and handlers must become better at reading their dog's body language. We focus on proper protocols and good reward timing. There will be room, container, and area searches, as well as vehicle.