Breakfast with Santa

New Breakfast with Santa

Enjoy the Holiday tradition of having breakfast with Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, the Gingerbread Man, and the Elves. There will be crafts, games, cookie decorating and a yummy pancake breakfast for all to enjoy. The children will be able to talk to Santa, share their Christmas wishes, and take a picture with him.

Parents please bring your own camera.
Location:
 Mecca Community Center
Date:
 December 17
Time:
 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Ages:
 3 - 13 years old
$10 or less
 $5/$7

Santa's Hotline

Santa's Hotline

Hey Kids! Here is your direct hotline to talk to Santa, Mrs. Claus, the Elves, and Frosty the Snowman. You can even talk to Rudolph and the other reindeer! Santa and his friends will be waiting for your call at the North Pole.

Call Santa and his friends on these dates and time.
Dates:
 Tuesday, December 13
Wednesday, December 14
Thursday, December 15
Time:
 Call between 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
$10 or less
 FREE

2011 Holiday Food & Gift DriveHoliday Gift Tag

November 28 thru December 16

During this holiday season, please join us in helping less fortunate
families in our communities. This is your chance to help make this a special
holiday for everyone. We will be collecting food and gift donations at each of
our centers from November 28 through December 19. Donated food and gifts will be delivered to needy families the week of December 19, 2011.

For more information contact: Brenda Nutcher at bnutcher@drd.us.com.

Drop-Off Locations:
 • Indio Community Center
• Palm Desert Community Center
• La Quinta Community Fitness Center
• Mecca Community Center
• Thousand Palms Community Center
• The First Tee of the Coachella Valley
• Oasis Administrative Office

Southern California Yo-Yo Championships

Yo Yo ChampionshipJoin us at the River in Rancho Mirage, Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Register onsite beginning at 9 a.m. This event is free and for all ages. Come participate and watch some of the top yo-yo professionals in the world. Participate and win awards, prizes and giveaways throughout the day. Divisions from beginner to expert. Traditional rules by AYYA. The first 150 guests will receive a free yo-yo.

Two levels of competition will be held at the 2011 Yo-Yo Championships of Southern California:

• Championship Freestyle competition for expert level players.
• Age group Sports Ladder competition for beginners through advanced level players.

The contestants will attempt to complete as many tricks as possible on two parallel trick lists. The1S ladder tricks are primarily sleeping or string tricks while the 2S ladder tricks are primarily looping tricks.
Location:
 The River, Rancho Mirage
Date:
 Saturday, January 28
Time:
 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
$10 or less
 FREE - for all ages

Free Community Events

Through a partnership with the Riverside County Economic Development Agency, the Desert Recreation District will be bringing new programs and Community Events to the following Community Centers.

Economic Development Agency

Locations:
 Indio Hills Community Center
80-400 Dillon Road
Indio Hills, CA 92241

Bermuda Dunes Community Center
78-400 Avenue 42
Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203

North Shore Beach & Yacht Club
99-155 Sea View Drive
North Shore, CA 92254
Events in November:
 11/18/2011
Bermuda Dunes Community Center
Thanksgiving Pot Luck 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

11/19/2011 Indio Hills Community Center
Thanksgiving Pot Luck 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

11/23/2011 North Shore Beach & Yacht Club
Thanksgiving Pot Luck 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Events in December:
 12/3/201
Indio Hills Community Center
Breakfast with Santa 8:00 am to 11:00 am

12/3/2011
North Shore Beach & Yacht Club
Cookies with Santa 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

12/10/2011 Bermuda Dunes Community Center
Breakfast with Santa 8 am to 11:00 am
$10 or less
 FREE

12th Annual International Sports Festival & Games

Be a part of the 2012 Palm Desert International Sports Festival - it promises to be exciting entertainment for both participants and spectators. The wide array of challenging and fun sports are designed for your active, healthy and happy lifestyle.

Masters division for athletes 35-49 years of age, Senior division for ages 50+ and, new, Adaptive Sports division.
Location:
 Palm Desert
Date:
 Feb. 15-20
Registration:
 Review ISF web site for more information.

Eggstravanganza

You won’t have to “hunt” for the best Easter Egg hunt in the valley. Just grab your Easter basket and head to one hosted by Desert Recreation District in a location near you. Of course, the Easter Bunny himself will be paying a visit, and fun activities like face painting, potato sack races, a hula hoop contest and more are sure to get you and your entire family hoppin!

Children are divided by age group for hunting. Each age group will have a chance to  nd eggs. Only one parent per child for the infant through 4 year old
age categories may enter the hunt area. Hunt registration starts at 10:00 am

The hunt will be divided up in to age groups:

0 to 4 years old: one parent allowed in Egg Hunt Area
5 to 7 years old: no parents allowed in Egg Hunt Area
8 to 12 years old: no parents allowed in Egg Hunt Area

We promise every Bunny is sure to have an EGGcellent time!
Locations:
 Indio Community Center Park
Mecca Community Center Park
Bagdouma Park in Coachella
Date:
 Saturday, April 7
$10 or less
 FREE

Paper Airplanes

Up, up and away! The whole family will love this exciting class. Young kids learn ways to fold different types of paper airplanes and how to launch them. Older “kids-at-heart” will enjoy creating balsa wood or rubber band flyers. At the end of each class will be contests such as the most creative design, the longest flight, and the best landing. This class is offered by the District and partners with the Coachella Valley Radio Control Club. Club members will demonstrate an Electric Remote Flyer and show you how it works. Making and flying paper airplanes is great fun. Come fly with us!
Location:
 Mecca Community Center
Date:
 November 30
Time:
 3 – 4:30 p.m.
$10 or less
 FREE

SPECIAL EVENTS

Circle the dates for some great upcoming events like our Halloween Fall Festivals, a brand new Breakfast with Santa, the Holiday Food Drive, YoYo Championships, 12th Annual International Sports Festival, Skate Nights, Soap Box Derby and more! Register Online for fee based events.
Indicates program fees of $10 or less.
 $10 or less

New  Recreation Outdoor ClubRecreation Outdoor Club logo

Can you think of a better way to spend your winter recess than outdoors at THE ROC? The ROC (Recreation Outdoor Club), offers a unique opportunity to explore the great outdoors through a variety of activities with experienced professionals to guide your adventure. The ROC offers six days of excitement in during Winter Break. Which fits you?
Location:
 Drop Off and Pick Up "hubs" at the Palm Desert and Indio Community Centers.
Tue. Dec 20
 Joshua Tree Expedition
Wed. Dec 21
 P.S. Aerial Tram
Thu. Dec 22
 Horseback Riding and Ice Skating
Tue. Dec 27
 Nature Hike and Team Building Low Ropes
Wed. Dec 28
 Horseback Riding, Archery, Rock Climbing
Thu. Dec 29
 Horseback Riding, Nature Hike and Crafts
Time:
 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Ages:
 Boys and Girls ages 7-18
Sessions:
 Review sessions, fees and register online.
Registration:
 Choose from one to six days. Only 22 slots available per day, so make your reservation NOW! Call Christina or Mike at (760) 342-7305 or register online.

Human Challege LogoNew  

Humana Well-Being Walk &
Healthy Fun Fair

Certified Farmers Market
at Old Town La Quinta
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
 Take a walk up the Bear Creek Path to get a great, healthy head-start on your day. Four rest stops will be set up along the path to provide water, a small snack, and a special gift at each location.
10:00 a.m.
- Noon
 After the walk, head back to La Quinta Community Fitness Center & Park and join the celebration. Take part in a free event promoting health and wellness. There will be live music, healthy food vendors, active program demonstrations, Kids Fun Zone with games, inflatable attractions, rock climbing wall and more. The La Quinta Community Fitness Center will be offering free admission for the day, and local health-based agencies will be on hand to answer your questions.
Date:
 Saturday, January 14
Location:
 La Quinta Community Fitness Center & Park
$10 or less FREE

Certified Farmers Market at Old Town La Quinta

Hosted by HUMANA

Join us for the freshest, best-tasting produce including fruit and vegetables, honey, nuts, cheese, cut flowers and plants, plus fresh baked bread. A special celebrity chef will host a healthy, slow food demonstration. Local chefs will be on hand to offer instruction and demonstrations on their delicious, healthy food selections and much more.
Date:
 Sunday, January 15
Time:
 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
$10 or less
 FREE

Mud - Fest Kids Mud Olympics

The Desert Recreation District has partnered with All Desert Wellness Center to provide fun family activities. They will have an opportunity to participate in Mud Olympic Games that include Tug-O- War, Relay Race, Three Legged Race, Potato Sack Race, and Long Jump. All children must be accompanied by an adult or guardian over 18 years of age..
Location:
 Riverside County Fairgrounds Arena , Indio
Date:
 December 17
$10 or less
 $10
Registration:
 On site

Tiny Tot Olympics

Want to watch local little ones involved in some good-natured athletic play?

Desert Recreation District is hosting the First Annual Tiny Tot Olympics. The event features children 3 to 5 years old who are enrolled in the Tiny Tot program. Children will compete in events such as basketball toss, hula hoop, obstacle courses and soccer dribble. There are no scores, just an afternoon  filled with fun and everyone goes home a winner.
Location:
 La Quinta Community Center Park
Date:
 Saturday, April 28
Time:
 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
$10 or less
 $5 per child. Online registration available.

Princess Party

Grand Princess Ball

By order of Her Highness the Queen, she declares a “special Grand Ball shall be held.” Honored guests ages 3 to 8 years old of age are invited to join Her Highness in their noblest prince and princess attire for fun and festivities.
Location:
 Renaissance Esmeralda Resort
Date:
 Saturday, May 19
Time:
 Review time and fees online
Registration:
 Available online

Princess Party

Here ye, here ye, calling all Princesses. Please come to the Valley’s Most Royal Princess Party ever! Dress up as your favorite princess for the day and dance to your heart’s delight. Hear stories and enjoy tasty crumpets and tea. It’s a royal time that will make a magical memory. Sorry, no frogs allowed.
Date and Location:
 January 27 at Mecca Community Center
Date and Location:
 March 2 at Palm Desert Community Center
Sessions:
 Review times and fees online
Register:
 Online registration available

Soap Box Derby Rally Race

Don't miss the first Rally Race for the Soap Box Derby season. Come and race with us on December 10, 2011 and February 25, 2012. The 18th Soap Box Derby of the Desert promises thrilling competition for Riverside County youth ages 8 –17. You will be racing through the streets in your own soap box car, powered totally by gravity. Who knows? You may end up in the World Championship Finals in Akron, Ohio!

For more information and updates please call 760-347-3484 or visit www.cvsbd.org.
Dates:
 Dec. 10 - Rally Race
Feb. 25 - Rally Race
Mar. 24 - Soap Box Derby Race
Ages:
 Riverside County youth ages 8 –17
Fees:
 $35 per race. Please visit the web site for more information.

Trips for KidsTrips for Kids logo

Trips for Kids Coachella Valley is a mountain biking program for youth 10 to 17 years of age that focuses on lessons in personal responsibility, achievement and environmental awareness through the simple act of having fun. Trips For Kids® (TFK®) has opened the world of cycling to over 79,000 at-risk youth since 1988. Through our mountain bike rides and Earn-A-Bike programs kids not only have fun, they develop practical skills, build personal confidence and widen their environmental awareness. There are more than 70 chapters operating in the United States, Canada and Israel; we support over 70 Trips for Kids chapters.

TRIPS FOR KIDS COACHELLA VALLEY CHAPTER
Trips for Kids provides the materials, moral support and inspiration that an individual or group needs to help disadvantaged kids discover the
joy of mountain biking. We invite you to get involved and make
a positive impact in the lives of young people.

Ride Program
The group ride adventure challenges students to develop their mental and physical abilities. Students will also grow and learn from activities that
promote personal strengths and connections to nature. The program
begins with three classes that teach bike safety, core values and respect for nature.

Contact Trips for Kids Headquarters for more information 760-568-4265 or visit their web site.

Friday Night Live

Attention All Teens! Are you interested in planning, and organizing social events and community service projects? Friday Night Live is the club for you. Join us and help us organize fun and exciting activities for high school teens in our communities.

Meetings are monthly. For more information please contact your Friday Night Live advisor Karina Rodriguez at 760-342-7305

Mission Statement: “Build partnerships for positive and healthy youth development which engage youth as active leaders and resources in their communities.”