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Youth Track & Field Meet

Friday, April 13, 2012
Jamison Stadium, PC
4:30pm

Open to all 1st-8th graders. There will also be a 50M Dash for kids 3-5 years old. Ribbons to the top 6 in each event. Inquire within Parks & Leisure about the Jr. Pirates Track Club.

Spring Fishing Derby

April 14, 2012
Murry Park Pond 9am-11am
$3

Sponsored by:
Success Bass Club

Bring your pole and bait to the stocked Murry Park Pond. Age divisions: 2-7, 8-15. Child must be able to reel in their own fish. Trophies to the top 3 in each age division plus a trophy for the big fish of the day.

$3 in advance. SPACE IS LIMITED! Early registration is advised. $5 day of registration ONLY if space allows.

THANK YOU to the Department of Fish & Game San Joaquin Fish Hatchery for donating the fish!

Winter Fishing Derby

November 19, 2011
Murry Park
9:30am-11:30am
$3 in advance

SPACE IS LIMITED! Early registration is advised. $5 day of registration fee ONLY if space allows.

THANK YOU to the CA Dept. of Fish and Game San Joaquin Fish Hatchery in Friant, CA for supplying the fish!

2011 Fishing Derby Results

Pitch Hit & Run Competition

TBA 2012
Heritage Center

FREE! National competition in which participants test their speed, hitting accuracy, and pitching skills. Winners have the opportunity to advance to the sectional, state and national competitions. For boys and girls ages 7-14.

Dive-In Theatre

Last two Fridays in July and first two Fridays in August of 2012.

Watch a movie from inside the refreshing City Pool. A great time for the entire family. $5 for family up to 6, $1 each additional member. Gates open at 7:30pm and the movie begins at dusk. Concession stand will be open during the movie.

Ping Pong Tournament

TBA

This tournament is open to men, women and youth ages 10- seniors. Males and females compete separately. Pre-registeration at the Heritage Center is $3, or register the day of for $5. Day of registration will be from 8am-8:30am only. No late registration will be accepted. Admission for spectators is free.

Music on Main Street- Fall Series

Friday evenings September & October, Centennial Park, Main Street, 6pm-8pm

Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a Friday evening of music and relaxation in Centennial Park on Main Street. In conjunction with the Porterville Chamber of Commerce, Music on Main features local talent every Friday evening from 6:00pm-8:00pm in September and October. Some chairs are provided. Click here for performance schedule.

For more information, or if anyone is interested in performing at Music on Main Street, contact the Porterville Chamber of Commerce at 784-7502.

Punt, Pass & Kick Competition

TBA 2012
Porterville Sports Complex
FREE

National competition in which participants get one punt, one pass, and one kick. Scores are based on distance and accuracy. Winners have the opportunity to advance to the sectional, state and national competitions.
Who: Ages 8-15
Time: 9:30am-11:00am

Senior Christmas Dinner-
December 11, 2011

2:00pm @ Burton Middle School
Doors open at 1:30pm.

A turkey dinner with all the fixings, entertainment and door prizes are planned to make this event enjoyable for all. Tickets are $8.00 in advance or $10.00 at the door. Space is limited! Buy your tickets early. Tickets may be purchased at the Heritage Center, 256 E. Orange.

Elks National Hoop Shoot

Dec. 22, 2011
4:30pm-6pm
Santa Fe Gym

FREE competition for boys & girls ages 8-13. Each contestant shoots 25 free throws. Age divisions: 8-9, 10-11 and 12-13. Winners may advance to the next level of competition. Awards to top finishers in each age division.

Spring Kids Fest

March 31, 2012
Veterans Park
12:00pm-3:30pm
$3 in advance, $5 day of

A 100' giant slide, carnival rides, rock climbing wall, bounce houses, games, dance performances, information booths, food, music and more. Geared for ages 2-12.

Spring Egg Hunt

April 6, 2012 @ Veterans Park

7,000 candy and toy filled eggs make their way to Veterans Park for this fast and furious event. Selected eggs contain raffle tickets redeemable for prizes including bicycles. Baskets allowed for 2/3 year olds only. No parents allowed in the hunting area.

Don't miss a visit from the bunny!

Hunt Times-

2/3 10:30am

4-6 11:00am

7-9 11:30am

Cost :
$2 in advance, $3 day of

Veteran's Day Run- 10k, 5k, & 5k Walk

November 11, 2011
7am
Downtown Porterville

This event features a 10K Run as well as a 5K run, 5K walk and a Kid’s Fun Run. The race begins at 7:00 a.m. in front of City Hall (291 N. Main Street) Downtown Porterville.

Awards will be given to 1st through 3rd place in each age category for running and walking events. All participants will receive an official race day shirt.

Free Fun Run for children 10 and under (Fun Run will be about 3 blocks long).

Pre-register at the Heritage Center, 256 E Orange Ave, or between 5:45am and 6:30am the day of.
(No registration will be taken after 6:30am- NO EXCEPTIONS!)

Fee:
Runners $15 pre-reg., $20 day of race
Walkers $10 pre-reg., $15 day of race

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