Parks & Recreation Classes & Events Guide - Fall/Winter 2015 by City of Edmond

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. Mummy & Son Dance Put on your best costumes and come dance to the Monster Mash, Thriller, One Eyed Purple People Eater and more! We will have snack food, beverages and a Mother & Son costume contest.

Saturday | October 10 Ages: 4–7, 6–7:30p | Ages: 8–12, 8–9:30p Fee: $30/couple & $10/each additional boy Registration is required by Wed., Oct. 7

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Table of Contents CONTENTS 2 Recreation Programs

M O N DAY | S E P T E M B E R 7 | 11A M - 4 P M M I TC H PA RK | S E E PAG E 2 2

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ADULT Ages: 18 & Up FAMILY Ages: 2 & Up INFANTS Ages: 6 Mths.–2 PRE–SCHOOL Ages: 2–5 YOUTH Ages: 6–12 HOME SCHOOL Ages: 6–12 TEEN Ages: 13–17

24 Register, Rent & Policies 26 Arcadia Lake O C TO B E R 23 -30 | 5 :30 – 8:30 P M A RC A D I A L A K E | S E E PAG E 2 7

30 KickingBird Golf Club 32 KickingBird Tennis Center

35 Festival Market Place 36 Edmond Senior Center

41 Calendar of Events

CONTACTS mitch park

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Arcadia Lake 216–7470 Festival Market Place 359–4630 KickingBird Golf Club 341–5350 KickingBird Tennis Center 348–3120 Parks and Recreation Admin. 359–4630 Recreation Programs 359–4630 Edmond Senior Center 216–7600

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Recreation Programs Recreation

The Multipurpose Activity Center (MAC) is located in Mitch Park and contains the Parks and Recreation office and Senior Center. We offer recreational and cultural based classes and events for all ages. For more information about classes, events or facility and pavilion rentals, please call 405–359–4630, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m.—5 p.m.

Craig Dishman Director of Parks and Recreation

Earl London Parks Superintendent

Diane Self Recreation Programs Manager

Melissa Meyers Recreation Program Coordinator

Adults

Ages: 18 & Up

ARTS & CRAFTS Intro to Sewing You will have lots of fun learning how to sew, thread, operate a sewing machine, cut patterns and more! There will be a new project each session you get to make and take home. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 2/6

T Sept. – Dec. 9:15 – 11:15 a.m. $24/class

Mosaic Cross – 2 night class Design and create your very own mosaic cross to hang. Cross is 18” tall and has a hole to hang it on the back. This 2 night class you will design and glue the first night and grout and clean the second night.

Paint Away – Register with a Friend This is a basic social painting class for people who think they can’t paint or never have. We will provide the basic layout of the painting and you will provide the color and creativity. All you need is an open mind to let the artist with in to come alive. This is a class that is fun to take with a friend. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 2/12

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*September 15 *October 1 *November 2 *November 23 *December 8 *December 29

6 – 8 p.m. 6 – 8 p.m. 6 –8 p.m. 6 – 8 p.m. 6 – 8 p.m. 6 – 8 p.m.

* September 15: Hello Fall; October 1: White Pumpkin; November 2: Old World Door; November 23: Holy Tree; December 8: Manger; December 29: Winter Birdhouse

Sew it Forward – Great Giving Project Make an activity mat for someone with Alzheimer’s. These easy–to–sew activity mats help soothe the agitated fidgeting of people with dementia, autism or Alzheimer’s. The mats help focus their attention, stimulate senses, exercise hand muscles and entertain users. Activity Mats are the size of a placemat and include pockets, zippers, buttons, strings of beads, bells, etc. They may also include a textured pocket with a soft toy or vinyl pocket for photos. This is a great volunteer opportunity and gift from the heart. Ages: 6 & Up Min/Max: 2/12

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September 23 October 10 November 18 December 12

4 – 6 p.m. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. 4 – 6 p.m. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Ages: 18 & Up Min/ Max: 2/12

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Wood Burned Ornaments Personalize your tree by burning your family name or even cool designs into wooden ornaments.

Ages: 18 & Up Min/ Max: 2/7

September 24 & 25 6 – 8 p.m. $30

$12 $12 $12 $12 $12 $12

6 – 8p.m.

$10

POTTERY

SPECIAL INTEREST

Clay Gift Tags Create several small gift tags to use on gifts this holiday season. Visits Required: One to make, one to paint, one to pick up.

Anyone Can Oil Essential Oils are fast becoming a popular wellness option. Learn how to read food labels, uses of essential oils and overall health and wellness of mind, body and soul.

Ages: 18 & Up Min/ Max: 2/12

TH November 19

6 – 7 p.m.

$12

Clay Letter Dish Construct your monogram jewelry or candy dish out of clay. Visits required: One to make, one to glaze and one to pick up. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 2/12

TH October 8

6 – 8 p.m.

$12

Wheel Throwing When we say ‘throw’ we mean on a potter’s wheel! This will be a basic introduction to using a potter’s wheel and learning how pots are thrown. Upper body strength and coordination are the secrets to success in this class. Visits required: One to throw, one to glaze and one to pick up. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 2/7

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September 4 October 23 November 3 December 30

5:30 – 7 p.m. 5:30 – 7 p.m. 5:30 – 7 p.m. 5:30 – 7 p.m.

$12 $12 $12 $12

FITNESS

Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 3/40

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September 25 September 28 October 5 October 23 November 13 November 30 December 7 December 14

7 – 9 p.m. 7 – 9 p.m. 7 – 9 p.m. 7 – 9 p.m. 7 – 9 p.m. 7 – 9 p.m. 7 – 9 p.m. 7 – 9 p.m.

Free Free Free Free Free Free Free Free

NEW! Fall /Harvest Themed Cookie Bouquet Class Create a beautiful fall/harvest themed bouquet using cookies we decorate in class. Learn cookie decorating techniques, how to arrange an arrangement that is pleasing to the eye, and how to transport the bouquet. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 4/20

S September 19 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. $53 S October 17 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. $53

Fruit Cake Basket This 6” x 10” basket is the perfect size for your holiday fruit cake or bread. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 1/6

Yoga with Kate Improve your flexibility, strength and balance. You will explore modifications that work for your body as well as learning breathing and relaxation techniques. Participants will need to bring their own yoga mat. If you would like to drop–in, call ahead for availability. Drop–in fee is $10/class.

M November 9 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. $33

Harvest Basket This is a beautiful basket that starts with a square base and ends with a round top and two wooden handles. Several different weaves will be taught. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 1/6

October 23 8:45 a.m. – 3 p.m. $42

Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 2/18

T Sept. – Dec.

6:30 – 7:30 p.m. $48

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Recreation Programs NEW! Holiday Cookie Bouquet Class Create a beautiful Christmas themed bouquet using cookies we decorate in class. Learn cookie decorating techniques, how to arrange an arrangement that is pleasing to the eye and how to transport the bouquet. Ages 18 & Up Min/Max: 4/20

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November 14 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. $53 December 12 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. $53

Holly Market Basket This basket is great for all of the holiday goodies you take back and forth to places or even as a gift. Ages 18 & Up

Min/Max: 1/6

December 18 8:45 a.m. – 2 p.m. $72

NEW! It’s All about Chocolate Who doesn’t love chocolate? Learn unique techniques to create the perfect chocolate treat for your holiday guests. Learn how to make sugared fruits to enhance your chocolate treats and create fillings to dip in chocolate for the perfect holiday gift treats. Also, observe Chef Jan build a chocolate covered strawberry topiary. Full instructions will be provided in the student information packet. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 4/20

November 7

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. $53

Ole Bag Basket This cute basket will hold all of those plastic bags you hide in a drawer or under your sink. Several colors will be available to weave with. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 1/6

TH September 24 8:45 a.m. – 2 p.m. $42

Woven Christmas Ornaments These ornaments will look great on your tree or as decorations on holiday packages. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 1/6

December 4 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. $24

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EDUCATION

Edward Jones: Social Security – Your Questions Answered This seminar discusses how Social Security fits into your retirement income plan, when you should start taking benefits and tax considerations. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 3/2

October 6

6 p.m.

Free

Edward Jones: Stocks: The Nuts and Bolts As you consider your long–term financial goals, how do stocks measure up? During our presentation, you’ll learn the differences between common and preferred stocks, the importance of dividends, ways to craft your stock strategy and different ways to own stock. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 3/20

TH September 17

6 p.m.

Free

Edward Jones: Tax–Free Investing – It’s Not What You Make, It’s What You Keep This seminar is designed to inform individuals of the benefits and considerations of choosing investments that offer tax advantages. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 3/20

December 1

6 p.m.

Free

Edward Jones: What Happens After the Paychecks Stop? This seminar discusses income during retirement. We’ll examine how to budget for retirement expenses and your potential sources of retirement income. We’ll also identify some of the potential risks to your retirement income and ways to address them. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 3/20

November 3

6 p.m.

Free

SHANNON MILLER PARK SATURDAY • SEPTEMBER 26 • REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 9:30 AM • EVENT @ 10 AM • AGES: 4–12

Tippi Toes is a children’s dance company that provides a welcoming environment for children to experience the joys of dance, self expression and movement. All classes run August 25 – December 15 No class on September 7 or Thanksgiving week. Tuition: $50/month, $40/2nd child Registration: $30

Mondays Baby Ballet Toddler & Me Tippi Toes I combo Tippi Toes I Combo Toddler & Me Tippi Toes I Combo

9:45 – 10:30 am 10:30 – 11:15 am 10:30 – 11:15 am 4:45 – 5:30 pm 5:30 – 6:15 pm 6:15 – 7:00 pm

2-3 yrs. 1 ½ - 3 yrs. 3-4 yrs. 3-4 yrs. 1 ½ - 3 yrs. 3-4 yrs.

Tuesdays Tiny Hip Hop Hip Hop & Jazz

5:30 – 6:15 pm 4-6 yrs. 6:15 – 7:00 pm 7-10 yrs.

Wednesdays Baby Ballet 4:15 – 5:00 pm 2-3 yrs. Tippi Toes I Combo 5:00 – 5:45 pm 3-4 yrs.

Thursdays Baby Ballet 5:30 – 6:15pm 2-3 yrs. Tippi Toes II Combo 6:15 – 7:00 pm 5-6 yrs. Tippi Toes III Combo 6:15 – 7:00 pm 7-9 yrs.

Saturdays Baby Ballet Toddler & Me Tipi Toes I Combo

9:30 – 10:15 am 2-3 yrs. 10:15 – 11:00 am 1 ½ - 3 yrs. 11:00 – 11:45 am 3-5 yrs.

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Recreation Programs Estate Planning Workshop: 7 Threats to Your Family Security Learn about Wills and Trusts –Asset Protection–Medicaid Qualification. Estate planning isn’t about how much money you have, it’s about protecting what you have for you, during your lifetime and for those you love after you’re gone. It ensures what you have gets to the people you love, the way you want, when you want. Learn how to protect against creditors, predators and loss of control. Richard Winblad: Attorney at Law Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 3/25

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September 16 October 20 November 18 December 17

1 – 2 p.m. 1 – 2 p.m. 1 – 2 p.m. 1 – 2 p.m.

Free Free Free Free

Thrivent Financial: The Ins and Outs of Long Term Care Plans Long Term Care is an important part of your retirement plan. Learn how the plans work, how much they cost and the benefits of having long term care. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 5/25

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September 8 October 13

6 p.m. 6 p.m.

Free Free

Nursing Home Eligibility and Medicaid, How to Preserve Your Assets Workshop Learn the truth about Long–Term Care and Medicaid Eligibility. You don’t’ have to be broke to become eligible. Learn what you can keep and how you can plan to keep your hard–earned money. Each participant will receive a custom analysis of their situation and learn how to preserve their assts. Ages: 18 & Up Min/Max: 3/25

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September 2 October 6 November 4 December 3

1 – 2 p.m. 1 – 2 p.m. 1 – 2 p.m. 1 – 2 p.m.

Free Free Free Free

PERFORMING ARTS Irish Dance with Chelsea Beginner and intermediate classes Wednesdays | Ages 6 & Up See page 12 for details and registration. Learn Guitar Correctly – Guitar 1 For beginners and advanced beginners. A great introduction to playing the guitar! This class focuses on basic guitar techniques and gives students a firm foundation for reading music and playing in several genres. Music is provided. Bring your own guitar, music stand, electric tuner, white 3 ring–binder and a pencil. Enrollment is ongoing with payments pro–rated to time of enrollment. Ages 8 & Up Min/Max: 5/15

T Monthly

4:30 – 5:25 p.m. $50/Mth.

Learn Guitar Correctly – Guitar 2 For intermediate and advanced players who want to enhance their playing and music reading skills. Several genres will be explored including classical, jazz and rock. Bring your own guitar, music stand and electric tuner. Enrollment is ongoing with payments pro–rated to time of enrollment. Ages 8 & Up Min/Max 5/15

T Monthly

5:30 – 6:25 p.m. $50/Mth.

Learn Guitar Correctly – Guitar 3 For advanced players who want to enhance their playing and music reading skills. Several genres will be explored including classical, jazz and rock. Music is provided. Enrollment is ongoing with payments pro–rated to time of enrollment. Ages 8 & Up Min/Max 5/15

T Monthly

6:30 – 7:25 p.m. $50/Mth.

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Recreation Programs Learn Guitar Correctly – Guitar 4 For very advanced players who want to enhance their playing and music reading skills by learning one composition for classical guitar. Music is provided. Those who enroll in Guitar 4 will attend Guitar 3 & 4. Enrollment is ongoing with payments pro–rated to time of enrollment.

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*October 20 *November 10 *December 17 *December 22

6 – 8 p.m. 6 – 8 p.m. 6 – 8 p.m. 3 – 5 p.m.

$12 $12 $12 $12

*September 10: Minions; September 28: Solar System; October 20: Witch Hat; November 10: Thanksgiving Owls; December 17: Reindeer; December 22: Santa in Chimney

Ages 8 & Up Min/Max 5/15

T Monthly

6:30 – 7:25 p.m. $50/Mth.

Family

Ages: 2 & Up

ARTS & CRAFTS Holiday Ornaments and Cards Make a variety of felt ornaments and handmade holiday cards, using felt, ribbon, yarn, beads, sequins, buttons and more! Ages: 2 & Up Min/Max: 4/12

S December 19 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $11/pp

Mother/Daughter Sewing You will have lots of fun learning how to sew, thread, and operate a sewing machine, cut patterns and more! You get to make and take home a new project each session. Ages: 6 & Up Min/Max: 2/6

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October 24 November 14 December 19

9:30 – 11 a.m. $18/pp 9:30 – 11 a.m. $18/pp 9:30 – 11 a.m. $18/pp

Paint Away This is a basic social painting class for people who think they can’t paint or never have. We will provide the basic layout of the painting and you will provide the color and creativity. All you need is an open mind to let the artist with in to come alive. This class is fun to take with a friend. Ages: 6 & Up Min/Max: 2/12

TH *September 10 6 – 8 p.m. M *September 28 6 – 8 p.m.

$12 $12

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POTTERY Bisque Birthday Plate Celebration If your birthday is in September, October, November or December come to this class and we will celebrate by having a cupcake and painting a bisque plate to use every year on your birthday. Visits required: One to glaze and one to pick up. Ages: 2 & Up Min/Max: 2/12

September 19

10 – 11 a.m.

$10

Cookies for Santa Bisque Set Paint a plate, bowl and mug set to leave for Santa’s Christmas Eve treat. Visits Required: One to glaze and one to pick up. Ages 2 & Up

S December 12 $20/family for 1 set

Min/Max: 2/12

10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Bisque Countdown to Christmas Plate Paint a plate you can countdown the days until Santa comes to visit with a dry erase marker. Visits required: One to glaze and one to pick up. Ages: 2 & Up Min/Max: 2/12

November 25

3 – 4 p.m.

$10

Bisque Large Candy Dish or Bowl Paint a Frankenstein, Monster or large candy bowl for Halloween Candy distribution. Visits Required: One to glaze and one to pick up. Ages: 2 & Up

October 6

Min/Max: 2/12

5:30 – 7 p.m. $20

F E AT U R I N G

KID CO. THEATRE

have fun, being a performer. storybook theatre! for grades 1 and 2 Thursdays, Oct. 22–dec. 10, 6:15–7:15p

kinder play! for pre–k and k (Age 4+) Thursdays, Nov. 12–dec. 10, 5:15–6p Fee $55

create–a–play! for grades 3 and 5 Thursdays, Oct. 22–dec. 10, 6:15–7:15p

4 0 5 . 5 6 3 . 5 4 3 7 register at okkidco.com

Enroll today!

Recreation Programs Bisque Ornaments Paint 2 very special ornaments to hang on the tree this season. Visits Required: One to glaze and one to pick up.

mum freshness and how to inject them to “upgrade” them to gourmet cupcakes. You will get to take home your decorated cupcakes to enjoy with your family.

Ages 2 & Up

Ages: 6 & Up Min/Max: 4/20

December 4

Min/Max: 2/12

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. $10

Bisque Studio Come paint bisque pieces and make them original works of art. Choose from our stock of plates, platters, bowls, animals, monsters, planes, princess stuff and more! Finished pieces will be glazed and picked up at a later date. Price includes two small pieces or one larger piece and unlimited glaze. Ages 2–5 must have a parent present. Studio time is two hours but project time may vary. Visits required: One to glaze and one to pick up.

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NEW! Let’s Create CAKE–POPS Learn the tricks to create the perfect cake pop! You will learn the proper technique to mix, shape and chill your cake pops and then how to dip and decorate them for the most beautiful presentation. Ages: 6 & UP Min/Max: 4/20

S September 12 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. $39 S October 10 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. $39

Infants

Ages: 2 & Up Min/Max: 2/12

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September 8 September 23 October 2 October 29 November 7 *November 21 *December 2 December 23

4 – 6 p .m. $20 4 – 6 p.m. $20 5 – 7 p.m. $20 4 – 6 p.m. $20 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $20 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $20 4 – 6 p.m. $20 3 – 5 p.m. $20

*November 23 & December 2: Paint a present for a loved one for the Holidays

Give Thanks Bisque Platter Paint this cute platter to use every year for your Thanksgiving Feasts. Ages 2–5 must have a parent present. Visits required: One to glaze and one to pick up. Ages: 2 & Up Min/Max: 2/6

TH November 5

6 – 8 p.m.

$20

SPECIAL INTEREST NEW! Holiday Cupcake Piping Class Learn piping techniques with a fall/harvest theme, proper baking technique that will yield perfectly baked cupcakes, the best way to store them to maintain maxi10 2015 September-December Classes & Events

September 5 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $39 October 3 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $39

Ages: 6 mth–2 (Parents must attend with babies)

EDUCATION NEW! Spanish Immersion – Play Group for Babies, Toddlers and Children Learn Spanish through music, movement, books and other activities. Children and parents will sing, play and learn Spanish along the way. Ages: 6 months – 2 years

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September 8 September 9 September 22 September 23 October 6 October 7 October 20 October 21 November 3 November 4 November 17 November 18 December 1 December 2 December 15 December 16

Min/Max: 3/12

5:45 – 6:30 p.m. 11 – 11:45 a.m. 5:45 – 6:30 p.m. 11 – 11:45 a.m. 5:45 – 6:30 p.m. 11 – 11:45 a.m. 5:45 – 6:30 p.m. 11 – 11:45 a.m. 5:45 – 6:30 p.m. 11 – 11:45 a.m. 5:45 – 6:30 p.m. 11 – 11:45 a.m. 5:45 – 6:30 p.m. 11 – 11:45 a.m. 5:45 – 6:30 p.m. 11 – 11:45 a.m.

$12 $12 $12 $12 $12 $12 $12 $12 $12 $12 $12 $12 $12 $12 $12 $12

Pre–School

Ages: 2–5 (Parents must attend)

Pom Pom Pet and House Create a pom pet along with a home for it to live in.

ARTS & CRAFTS

Ages: 2–5

Christmas Ribbon Tree Shirt O Christmas Tree! We will glue ribbon strips in the shape of a tree onto a shirt for you to keep.

Popsicle Stick Ornaments Create a variety of ornaments utilizing Popsicle sticks, glue and paint.

Ages: 2–5

Min/Max: 2/9

TH December 17

10 –11 a.m.

$11

Fairy Garden This class was a HUGE hit this summer so come and join us this fall to create your very own fairy garden to enjoy and play with. Ages: 2–5

Min/Max: 2/9

September 23 10 – 11 a.m.

$11

Ghost Footprint Shirt Have fun creating this BOOtiful shirt by turning your little ones footprint into a ghost. T–shirt provided. Ages: 2–5

Min/Max: 2/9

October 20

10 – 11 a.m.

$11

Handprint Art Calendar – Great gift idea! Create a 12 month calendar using your hands to make every month special. Additional calendars will be $10 each, must be registered no later than one week in advance with order for any additional calendars. Ages: 2–5

Min/Max: 2/9

December 2

10 – 11 a.m.

$15

Monster Mash Recycle toilet paper rolls into a few silly monsters to take home. Ages: 2–5

Min/Max: 2/9

TH October 1

10 – 11 a.m.

September 9

Ages: 2–5

Min/Max: 2/9

10 – 11 a.m.

Min/Max: 2/9

December 15

10 – 11 a.m.

Popsicle Stick Scarecrow Create a cute little scarecrow out of Popsicle sticks. Ages: 2–5

Min/Max: 2/9

November 18

10 – 11 a.m.

Silly Painted Pumpkin Faces It’s the season for pumpkins so come join us for pumpkin painting. You will get to paint a pumpkin to take home and display for Halloween. Ages: 2–5

Min/Max: 2/9

October 27

10 – 11 a.m.

$12

Spooky Halloween Wreath You will create and decorate your very own small wreath to take home for your Halloween decorations. Ages: 2–5

Min/Max: 2/9

October 13

10 – 11 a.m.

$11

Turkey T–Shirts Create a Turkey on a T–shirt to wear for your Thanksgiving family get–together. Ages: 2–5

Min/Max: 2/9

TH November 12

10 – 11 a.m.

$11

Watercolor Resist Spider Webs Paint a colorful background to set off your crayon spider web drawing. Ages: 2–5

Min/Max: 2/9

October 7

10 – 11 a.m.

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Chelsea

Learn basic Irish soft shoe steps and dances including a jig, a reel and some ceili (folk) dances.

Wednesdays | Sept. 2–Dec. 19 | Min/Max: 3/12 Level 1 Level 2

5 – 5:30 p.m. 5 – 6 p.m.

6 yrs. & Up 6 yrs. & Up

$25/month $40/month

Work on the basic skills you already know and learn more level hard shoe and soft show figure, ceili and step that you can use in performance and competitions or learn just for fun.

Wednesdays | Sept. 2–Dec. 19 | Min/Max: 3/12 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. 6 yrs. & Up

$40/month

Family Discount 25% off/third child and 50% off/fourth child For information and to register contact Chelsea (405)420–1064 or irishdanceok@yahoo.com 12 2015 September-December Classes & Events

PERFORMING ARTS

Youth

Ages: 6–12

Kindermusik with Alyssa Classes at the MAC are the 3rd Wednesday each month 10 – 10:45 a.m. See page 21 for details and registration information

ARTS & CRAFTS

Tippi Toes Dance Sessions run from August through May with 2 recitals. See page 6 for details and registration information

Ages: 8–12

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September 8 September 9 September 22 September 23 October 6 October 7 October 20 October 21 November 3 November 4 November 17 November 18 December 1 December 2 December 15 December 16

Min/Max: 3/12

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Duct Tape Christmas Stockings Duct tape isn’t just for fixing things. Create a one–of–a–kind stocking out of the coolest duct tape you have ever seen! W

Min/Max: 2/9

December 16

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. $12

Introduction to Watercolor Learn all the basics of watercolor painting: glazing, shading, texture, layering and washes. Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 4/12

October 3

10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

$12

Learn to Sew You will have lots of fun learning how to sew, thread, and operate a sewing machine, cut patterns and more! There will be a new project each session you get to make and take home. Ages: 6–17

Min/Max: 2/6

TH *Sept. – Dec. 4:30 – 6 p.m. $18/class *No class December 24

Let’s Get Spooky! Have fun making Halloween art: witch puppets, puffed spiders, masks, and more. Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 4/12

October 24

10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

$12

Monster Eyeball Sculptures Create a silly Halloween decoration out of Styrofoam balls, googley eyes, paint and glue. Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 2/9

October 21

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. $10

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Recreation Programs Painted Pumpkins It’s the season for pumpkins so come join us for pumpkin painting. You will get to paint a pumpkin to take home and display for Halloween. Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 2/9

October 27

Snowman Kit – Who needs snow? Create all of the parts you need to build your own snowman out of air dry clay and dowel rods. (snow not included) Ages: 6–12

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. $12

Min/Max: 2/9

December 21

3 – 4 p.m.

$15

Perler Bead Ornaments Fuse together Perler beads to make ornaments to hand on your tree.

Sound Marble Run Design and create a marble run on a board with nails and other items. This will aMAZE your eyes and ears!

Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 2/9

TH December 10

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. $8

Recycled Nutcrackers Design and create a nutcracker figures out of a paper towel rolls. Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 2/9

December 7

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. $8

Sew it Forward – Great Giving Project Make an activity mat for someone with Alzheimer’s. These easy–to–sew activity mats help soothe the agitated fidgeting of people with dementia, autism or Alzheimer’s. The mats help focus their attention, stimulate senses, exercise hand muscles, and entertain users. Activity Mats are the size of a placemat and include pockets, zippers, buttons, strings of beads, bells, etc. They may also include a textured pocket with a soft toy or vinyl pocket for photos. This is a great volunteer opportunity and gift from the heart. Ages: 6 & Up Min/Max: 2/12

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September 23 October 10 November 18 December 12

4 – 6 p.m. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. 4 – 6 p.m. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

$20 $20 $20 $20

Silly Monsters Create silly monsters out of ordinary gloves in this fun little craft. Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 2/9

September 30 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. $10

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Min/Max: 2/9

TH September 17

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. $8

Spooky Halloween Wreath You will create and decorate your very own small wreath to take home for your Halloween decorations. Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 2/9

October 13

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. $11

Spooky Spider Webs Create a spider web and spider out of sticks and yarn for a spooky Halloween decoration. Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 2/9

October 7

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. $8

POTTERY Clay Creations Learn the basics of handbuilt clay sculpture: modeling, coiling, texturing and joining. Projects include bowls, lids, animals, masks and more. Visits required: One to make and one to pick up. Ages 6–12

S S S S

Min/Max: 4–12

September 5 September 19 October 31 November 21

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. 2 – 4 p.m. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. 2 – 4 p.m.

$20 $20 $20 $20

TOT is a creative and unique way for a student to learn, experience and master all sorts of ball handling tricks! TOT teachers will model, encourage, & inspire your child to be the very best that they can be! Give your child the TOT advantage!

Preschool TOT Ages 3 – 6 | Mondays | 12 – 12:45 p.m. or 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. September – December NO classes when EPS is out of school Registration Fee: $30 (T–shirt, TOT literature, 5 unit prizes and TOT trophy) Tuition: $40/monthly All classes are held at the MAC

Register today! Online at teamsoftomorrow.com/ totnorman or registration forms can be found at the front desk at the MAC. Forms and payment can be deposited into the TOT communication box at the front office in the MAC or mailed to TOT, P. O. Box 873, Norman 73070. Checks can be made payable to TOT.

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Recreation Programs Clay Gingerbread Houses Imagine and create a small gingerbread house out of clay. Visits Required: One to make, one to paint, one to pick up. Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 2/9

November 17

4:30 – 6 p.m. $12

Clay Ornaments Create ornaments out of clay to hang on your tree at home or give as a gift. Visits Required: One to make, one to paint, one to pick up. Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 2/9

December 1

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. $12

Coil Pot Monsters Create a scary or silly monster using the coil pot hand building technique. Visits Required: One to make, one to paint, one to pick up. Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 2/9

October 5

4:30 – 6 p.m. $12

Imaginations in Clay Use your imagination and the instructor will provide you with the guidance to form it out of clay. Visits Required: One to make, one to paint, one to pick up. Ages: 6–12

W M

Min/Max: 2/9

October 28 December 28

4:30 – 6 p.m. $12 3 – 4 p.m. $12

Mancala Boards and beads Create a simple Mancala game board and beads out of clay for you to take home and play when it is finished. Visits Required: One to make, one to paint, one to pick up. Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 2/9

September 21

3 – 4:30 p.m. $12

Nativity Plate Create a Nativity Scene on a clay plaque to display for your holiday decorations. Visits Required: One to make, one to paint, one to pick up. Ages: 6–12

Min/Max: 2/9

November 24

4:30 – 6 p.m. $12

W M TH T

Min/Max: 2/7

September 2 October 12 November 12 December 22

5:30 — 7 p.m. 5:30 – 7 p.m. 5:30 — 7 p.m. 10 – 11:30 a.m.

$12 $12 $12 $12

PERFORMING ARTS Irish Dance with Chelsea Beginner and intermediate classes Wednesdays | Ages 6 & Up See page 12 for details and registration. Learn Guitar Correctly – Guitar 1 For beginners and advanced beginners. A great introduction to playing the guitar! This class focuses on basic guitar techniques and gives students a firm foundation for reading music and playing in several genres. Music is provided. Bring your own guitar, music stand, electric tuner, a white 3 ring binder and a pencil. Enrollment is ongoing with payments pro– rated to time of enrollment. Ages 8 & Up Min/Max: 5/15

T Monthly

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4:30 – 5:25 p.m. $50/Mth.

T Monthly

5:30 – 6:25 p.m. $50/Mth.

T Monthly

6:30 – 7:25 p.m. $50/Mth.

Learn Guitar Correctly – Guitar 4 For very advanced players who want to enhance their playing and music reading skills by learning one composition for classical guitar. Music is provided. Thos who enroll in Guitar 4 will attend Guitar 3 & 4. Enrollment is ongoing with payments pro–rated to time of enrollment. Ages 8 & Up Min/Max 5/15

T Monthly

6:30 – 7:25 p.m. $50/Mth.

Tippi Toes Dance Sessions run August – May with 2 recitals. See page 6 for details and registration information

SPECIAL INTEREST NEW! Youth Cookie Decorating Class Learn the proper way to bake, decorate and package cookies for gift giving, holiday events or just to enjoy. A No–Fail

sugar cookie recipe will be included in the student information packet. Ages: 6 – 12

Min/Max: 4/20

S September 26 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $39 S October 24 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. $39

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE After School Archery This is a beginner class for students who have never shot a bow or who have just played around with one at home. You will learn basic archery skills and rules. At the end of the class you will know how to properly stand, pull back and shoot your bow safely. Ages: 8—17

Min/Max: 5/20

T *September 1 – 29 4:15 – 5 p.m. $40 T October 6 – 27 4:15 – 5 p.m. $40 T November 3 – 24 4:15 – 5 p.m. $40 *No class on September 15

Homeschool

Ages: 6–12

POTTERY Home School Clay Create various clay projects in this series of classes designed to teach a few aspects of clay hand building and wheel throwing. Each student will have time to finish one project per class as well as glazing projects from prior weeks. Ages: 6–12

M M M M M M M

Min/Max: 2/8

*September 14 *September 28 *October 5 *October 12 *October 26 *November 9 *November 16

2 – 3:30 p.m. $12 10 – 11:30 a.m. $12 10 – 11:30 a.m. $12 2 – 3:30 p.m. $12 10 – 11:30 a.m. $12 10 – 11:30 a.m. $12 2 – 3:30 p.m. $12

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BODY BACK – MITCH PARK

WHAT IS BODY BACK®?

WHEN:

Orientation on September 9 from 7:00pm – 9:00pm** September 15 – November 5 Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:00am – 12:00pm

WHERE:

Mitch Park – MAC Edmond 2733 Marilyn Williams Drive Edmond, OK 73003 **Christ the King Catholic Church (Orientation only)

PRICING:

$249 for 8-week session

Body Back® is a results-based workout program for moms of any age who want their bodies back. Body Back® runs for 8 weeks and includes two high-intensity interval workouts per week. Body Back® includes: •  goal-setting •  before and after fitness assessments •  a meal plan with recipes •  DVDs •  group camaraderie •  personal coaching •  unlimited support •  motivating and inspirational environment

REGISTER: Contact marydavis@fit4mom.com to register and reserve your place. Each class will run at a maximum of 10 clients.

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Space is limited! Register early!

M M M M

*November 23 *November 30 *December 7 *December 14

10 – 11:30 a.m. $12 2 – 3:30 p.m. $12 10 – 11 a.m. $12 2 – 3:30 p.m. $0

*September 14: Spider Webs; September 28: Wheel Throwing; October 5: Clay Book Ends; October 12: Clay Loom; October 26: Pinch Pot Pumpkins; November 9: Clay Snowman Faces; November 16: Clay Gingerbread Houses; November 23: Nativity Scene; November 30: Christmas Tree; December 7: Clay Ornaments; December 14: Finish and Glaze all projects

Teen

Ages: 13–17

Ages: 6 – 17

ARTS & CRAFTS Learn to Sew You will have lots of fun learning how to sew, thread, and operate a sewing machine, cut patterns and more! There will be a new project each session you get to make and take home. Ages: 6–17

Min/Max: 2/6

*No class December 24

Paint Away – Take with a Friend! This is a basic social painting class for people who think they can’t paint or never have. We will provide the basic layout of the painting and you will provide the color and creativity. All you need is an open mind to let the artist with in to come alive. This is a class that is fun to take with a friend. F F F F

Min/Max: 2/12

*September 11 *October 9 *December 11 *December18

6 – 8 p.m. 6 – 8 p.m. 6 –8 p.m. 6 – 8 p.m.

W S W S

$12 $12 $12 $12

Min/Max: 2/12

September 23 October 10 November 18 December 12

4 – 6 p.m. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. 4 – 6 p.m. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

$20 $20 $20 $20

Wood Burned Ornaments Personalize an ornament with your name or cool designs into wooden ornaments to keep for yourself or give to a friend. Ages: 13 – 17

TH *Sept. – Dec. 4:30 – 6 p.m. $18/class

Ages: 13—17

Sew it Forward – Great Giving Project Make an activity mat for someone with Alzheimer’s. These easy–to–sew activity mats help soothe the agitated fidgeting of people with dementia, autism or Alzheimer’s. The mats help focus their attention, stimulate senses, exercise hand muscles, and entertain users. Activity Mats are the size of a placemat and include pockets, zippers, buttons, strings of beads, bells, etc. They may also include a textured pocket with a soft toy or vinyl pocket for photos. This is a great volunteer opportunity and gift from the heart.

Min/ Max: 2/12

November 20

6 – 8 p.m.

$10

POTTERY Wheel Throwing When we say ‘throw’ we mean on a potter’s wheel! This will be a basic introduction to using a potter’s wheel and learning how pots are thrown. Upper body strength and coordination are the secrets to success in this class. Visits required: One to throw, one to glaze and one to pick up. Ages: 13—17

W W

Min/Max: 2/7

September 16 November 18

5:30 – 7 p.m. $12 5:30 – 7 p.m. $12

* September 11: Dream Catcher; October 9: Witch Feet; December 11: Charlie Brown Christmas Tree; December 18: Monogram Ornament on Tree

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Recreation Programs PERFORMING ARTS

3 & 4. Enrollment is ongoing with payments pro–rated to time of enrollment.

Learn Guitar Correctly – Guitar 1 For beginners and advanced beginners. A great introduction to playing the guitar! This class focuses on basic guitar techniques and gives students a firm foundation for reading music and playing in several genres. Music is provided. Bring your own guitar, music stand, electric tuner, white 3 ring–binder and a pencil. Enrollment is ongoing with payments pro– rated to time of enrollment.

Ages 8 & Up Min/Max 5/15

Ages 8 & Up Min/Max: 5/15

T Monthly

4:30 – 5:25 p.m. $50/Mth.

T Monthly

6:30 – 7:25 p.m. $50/Mth.

Min/Max: 5/20

T *September 1 – 29 4:15 – 5 p.m. $40 T October 6 – 27 4:15 – 5 p.m. $40 T November 3 – 24 4:15 – 5 p.m. $40 *No class on September 15

Ages 8 & Up Min/Max 5/15

T Monthly

5:30 – 6:25 p.m. $50/Mth.

T Monthly

6:30 – 7:25 p.m. $50/Mth.

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Follow Me to Kindermusik gives your child the opportunity to enjoy music through rhythm, singing, and dancing. It helps develop body awareness, coordination, and spatial relationships through synchronized and creative movement and simple dance. Playlists of class songs are included to download at kindermusikatcrossings.com. As we grow our program, our goal is to make Kindermusik a weekly activity! Play Dates in Mitch Park Our World | Wed. | September 16 Splash | Wed. | October 21 Zoo Train | Wed. | November 18 Newborn â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 yrs. | 10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:45 p.m. $12/student | $8/1st Sibling | $6/2nd Sibling

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food * foos * fun MONDAY * september 7 * 11a- 4 p

mitch park . santa fe entrance

cost: $250 per team of nine (3 female min.)

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Trunk or Treat saturday • october 24th m i t c h pa r k pa r k i n g l o t s f r e e e v e n t • 5 p m • c a n dy

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Visit online.activecommunities.com/edmondparks and either log in or set up a new account. If you set up a new account, you will receive a PIN number within 24–36 hours, Monday–Friday. Please keep your PIN number on hand, you will need this each time you log in.

Visit us Monday–Friday from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. at the Parks and Recreation office inside the MAC building located in Mitch Park, 2733 Marilyn Williams Drive.

Payments

We accept cash, check and debit/credit card payments for any of our classes and events. Make checks payable to Edmond Parks and Recreation. VISA, Master Card, Discover and American Express are accepted.

Forgot Your Login Information?

Click on the “forgot log–in” link or call 359–4630 and they will provide you with the necessary information. Please do not create a new account as this will create multiple accounts for you and can create problems when trying to register.

HOW TO RENT A PAVILION/ROOM The City of Edmond Parks and Recreation Department has pavilions and rooms available for rent for private functions. For more information on availability, pricing or to rent a pavilion or room, call the Parks and Recreation office at 359–4630 or visit us at the MAC building in Mitch Park.

Planning a special event? Any event that offers a public invitation that includes but is not limited to, runs/walks, car shows, comm– unity garage sales, parades, etc. must be approved by the Special Events Committee. Anyone interested in having a special event must contact Dorothy Nelson in the Parks and Recreation Office for an application form and information on how to apply. All forms must be completed and returned to the office 60 days prior to the requested event date.

REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY If you have registered for a class that was cancelled due to lack of enrollment, a credit will be placed on your account for a future class. This credit will expire 1 year from the date of the original class.

If a participant withdraws from a class less than 3 business days prior to the scheduled class date, a credit will be placed on their account. Credits will expire 1 year from the date of the original class.

If you have registered for a class that was cancelled by us due to other reasons, we will work to reschedule the class at a later date, keeping the same time and day of the week. If you are not able to attend the rescheduled class, a credit will be placed on your account for a future class. The credit will be available for 1 year from the date of the original class.

The above policy applies only to our fee–based recreation Programs and not to: KickingBird Tennis; Pelican Bay Aquatic Center; KickingBird Golf Club; Farmer’s Market; MAC or pavilion rentals, special events or Arcadia Lake.

If a participant withdraws from a class more than 3 days prior to the scheduled class date, the participant may request a refund or a credit to their account or a refund. Refund time will vary depending on form and date of original payment.

Program Tardiness Policy

Programs will start promptly at the designated time. Please arrive 5–10 minutes early so you can scan your card and be ready for class.

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All class participants must sign a yearly liabil– ity waiver and have their picture taken for a Recreation Card. Participants must bring this card each time they come in for a class and have it scanned at the front desk. The first card is free and any additional or replacement cards will incur a $ 5 fee.

Stroller Strides – Mitch Park

Stroller Strides® is a total fitness program for moms with babies. It includes power walking and intervals of strength and body toning exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller, and the environment. Taught by certified and specifically trained instructors, it is a beneficial workout for all levels of exerciser. Stroller Strides® instructors weave songs and activities into the routine designed to entertain and engage baby, while moms are led through a series of exercises specific to their role as mothers. Your first week of classes is FREE!

DAYS:

Tuesdays & Thursdays

TIME:

9:45am – 10:45am

LOCATION:

Mitch Park – MAC 2733 Marilyn Williams Drive Edmond, OK 73003

INSTRUCTORS:

Mary Davis Abby Hodges Erin Heely Hayden Smith Sheridan Gruber

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Arcadia Lake Amenities at the Lake • • • • • •

Camping Boating Fishing Picnicking Equestrian trail Birthday party plans

• Rusty’s Store for quick food & grocery items • Heated handicap accessible fishing dock • RV group reservable campground • Multi use trail for biking or hiking

Arcadia Lake is located on

the Deep Fork River and has 1,820 surface acres and 26 miles of shoreline. Facilities include picnicking, camping, swimming, water skiing, boating, hiking, disc golf and an equestrian trail. Each season is host to an array of special events and activities in the breath– taking beauty of Arcadia Lake. For more information on activities, events or facilities please call 216–7470.

Nicole Offutt Administrative Supervisor

Leon Mixer Maintenance Crew Chief

Central State Park Central State Park is 2.5 Miles east of I–35 on 2nd Street (Route 66) with 249 acres. This park features a shower, courtesy dock, boat ramp, swim beach, two playgrounds, primitive, regular, and full hook–up camping, pavilions, hiking trails and fishing. Daily use is 7 a.m.–10 p.m. Camping and fishing are available 24 hours, 7 days a week.

• • • • •

Volleyball rentals Disc golf course 3 Beaches 3 Boat ramps Pavilion rentals

Edmond Park Edmond Park is located 2 miles east of I–35 on 2nd Street with 131 acres. This park features a swim beach, hiking trails, boat ramp, Boy Scout area, playground, kids fishing pond, pavilion, primitive camping, fishing and a softball field. The UCO OAR Center is located in this park. Daily use is 7 a.m.–10 p.m. Camping and fishing are available 24 hours, 7 days a week. Closed November – March

Scissortail Campground Scissortail Campground is located 1.5 Miles east of I–35 on 15th Street, with 141 acres. This park features a shower, pavilion, and regular hook–up camping.

Camping is allowed 24 hours, 7 days a week. Closed November – March

Spring Creek Park Spring Creek Park is located 2.5 miles east of I–35 on 15th Street with 194 acres. This park features a 36–hole disc golf course, enclosed heated fishing dock, pavilion, fishing, boat ramp, courtesy dock, jet ski area, swim beach, playground and a group RV area.

Daily use is 7 a.m.–10 p.m. Fishing is allowed 24 hours, 7 days a week.

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October 23–30 (Closed on Halloween)

5:30–8:30p

(Times may change)

$8 weekdays, $10 weekend, $2 discount if purchased in advance

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partners

The Parks and Recreation department is proud to be a part of something so much bigger than just us! Thank you to our sports partners for making such a BIG impact in our community! KickingBird Tennis Kickingbird Tennis Center 1500 E. Danforth Edmond, OK 73034 (405) 348–3120 kickingbirdtennis.com kbirdten@flash.net Edmond Lacrosse PO Box 31271 Edmond, OK 73003–0022 (405) 4580–LAX info@edmondlacrosse.com edmondlacrosse.com Edmond Adult Softball Association (405) 359–1305 board@edmondadultsoftball.com edmondadultsoftball.com Edmond Soccer Club 1502 W Danforth, Edmond, OK 73003 P.O. Box 955, Edmond, OK 73083 (405) 348–2255 edmondsoccer.com

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Miracle League 711 Aberdeen Rd Edmond, OK 73025 (405) 850–7603 edmondmiracleleague.com Edmond Rodeo 300 N. Kelly Road P.O. Box 1054 Edmond, Oklahoma 73083 edmondroundupclub.com Edmond All–Sports Inc. 836 W Danforth Edmond, OK 73003 (405) 340–5300 info@edmondallsports.com edmondallsports.com

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KickingBird Golf Club

KickingBird Golf Club is the

City of Edmond’s only municipal golf course. Built in 1971, KickingBird is Edmond’s oldest golf course and is still well known for its traditional 18–hole championship layout. KickingBird Golf Club has hosted many professional and amateur championships. KickingBird hosted the Oklahoma Open from 1979–1985 and many of its storied champions include Danny Edwards, Dr. Gil Morgan, Doug Tewell, and Bob Tway. KickingBird is currently the permanent home site of the Oklahoma Golf Association’s Junior Boys and Girls Championships. Come experience great golf with a family friendly atmosphere. We offer a number of programs for juniors and adults of all skill levels. If you are interested in golf, KickingBird Golf Club is sure to have a program or event for you!

Brian Soerensen PGA Head Golf Professional

Jeff Klappenbach PGA Assistant Golf Professional

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Driving Range Program Pay $180 for 65 range tokens–a savings of $45 off the regular price. The 65 range token credit is stored on a key which is used in the range machine and gives you the added convenience of going straight from your car to the range without having to stop in the pro shop. KickingBird Players Card Purchase one and receive discounts of 10–20% of all greens fees, tokens, carts and pro shop merchandise for only $150 + tax. Contact Information 1600 East Danforth Edmond, OK 73034 341–5350 kickingbirdgolf.com

Fee Schedule GREEN FEES

REGULAR SENIORS (62 & older)

JUNIORS

Weekday $24.50 $15 Monday–Thursday

$24.50 $10 (after 2 p.m.)

(HS Senior and younger)

Weekend $29.50 $29.50 ($17.50 after 2 p.m.) $29.50 Friday–Sunday $15 (Friday only before 11 a.m.) $13 (after 2 p.m.) Twilight Mar.–Oct. (after 4 p.m.) Nov.–Feb. (after 2 p.m.)

$17.50 $15 (weekday) $17.50 (weekend after 2 p.m.)

Super Twilight $15 $15 Apr.–Oct. (after 6 p.m.)

SPECIAL EVENTS 2015 Couples Championship October 11 | Sunday | 1 p.m. Shotgun Start Scramble Tee Shot–Alternate Shot Approach–Scramble Putt $90 per team | 18–Hole Tournament (Covers Green Fees, Cart, Range Balls and Prizes)

$10 (weekday after 2 p.m.) $13 (weekend after 2 p.m.) $10 (weekday after 2 p.m.) $13 (weekend after 2 p.m.)

SNAG Junior Golf October 6-15 | Tues-Thurs | 5:30-6:30p.m. The SNAG system uses two clubs: a “Launcher” which is used to launch, pitch, and chip the ball and a “Roller” which is used to roll the ball (putt) to the hole. The SNAG ball is slightly smaller than a tennis ball and the SNAG clubs are oversized. SNAG is designed to introduce junior golfers to the fundamentals of full shots, pitching, chipping, and putting. Program Fee: $50

Bill Nicklas Junior Golf Tournament October 15 | Thursday 18-Hole Individual Stroke Play Tournament held the Thursday of Fall Break. Entry forms will be available September 1st at KickingBird Golf Follow us on Club or you can get the sign up form online Call 341–5350 to sign up or for more details. at edmondjuniorgolf.org. Scan this to visit us at kickingbirdgolf.com

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KickingBird Tennis Center KickingBird Tennis Center

is the city’s only public tennis facility with all the tennis amenities you would expect to find in a country club. We provide lessons, camps, open play, tournaments and a pro shop for your convenience. We are open 7 days a week and hours are listed below.

Winnie Bushey Head Tennis Pro

Hours of Operation: Open 7 days a week M–TH 8 a.m.–10p.m. F–SAT 8 a.m.–8p.m. SUN noon–8p.m. Court Fees: Summer Rates (April–Nov.) Outdoor $8 per hour + tax Indoor $12 per hour + tax Winter Rates (Dec.–March) Outdoor $8 per hour + tax Indoor $16 per hour + tax Ball Machine Rate Indoor $25 per hour + tax

TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE Adult Open | Friday | September 6–8 Junior Open | Friday | September 13–15 All Kickingbird Tournaments are Oklahoma District Sanctioned. You must have a current USTA Membership to participate.

Lesson Fee Schedule Private Lesson $50 per hour, Head Pro Private Lesson $45 per hour, Asst. Pro’s

Contact Information Southeast corner of Danforth and Bryant 405–348–3120 | kbirdten@flash.net kickingbirdtennis.com

Group Lessons Available Junior Academy runs in six week sessions continually throughout the year. Check our web site for times and costs.

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Adult Leagues run in six week sessions throughout the year. Visit kickingbirdtennis.com for details.

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KickingBird Tennis Center A public tennis facility with all the tennis amenities youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d expect to find a country club.

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EDMOND

Farmer’s Market FESTIVAL MARKET PLACE

VENDORS SELL REGIONAL PRODUCE ,

organic produce, homemade soaps and balms, fresh beef, honey, eggs, salsa and so much more! OPER ATION TIMES Now – October 31 Saturdays, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.

On the second Saturday of the month stop by for 2nd Saturday Crafts.

Festival Market Place

The Festival Market Place is located on 2nd street one block west of Broadway in downtown Edmond. The Festival Market Place is home to the Edmond Farmer’s Market that runs from Mid–April through the end of October. For more information call 359–4630.

Amenities and Rates Festival Market Place is an outdoor special event venue and has been the home of the Edmond Farmer’s Market since 2004. The Festival Market Place is a great location for groups or individuals to hold fundraising events, family reunions, weddings and receptions, concerts, craft shows and more. It is a 63’ X 142’ open–air pavilion with water, electricity, ceiling fans, plaza area and public restrooms. It is available for rent except during the Farmer’s Market, some holidays** or other scheduled events. Below are the rental rates:

Non Profit Organizations

RATE TYPE

Half Day

All Others

Full Day

Half Day

Full Day

Peak* Weekend $125 $200 $250 $400 Peak* Weekday $75 $125 $150 $250 Peak* Holiday* * $100 $200 $200 $400 Off–Peak

$75 $150 $150 $300

Off Peak Weekday $50

$100

$200

Off Peak Holiday* * $75

$150

$300

*Half daytimes are either 8 a.m.–2 p.m. or 4 p.m.–10 p.m. **The pavilion is not available to rent Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day–Feb. 1, with limited availability on Edmond Farmer’s Market days. This list is not inclusive, call for availability. Peak Availability is Apr. 10–Oct. 31 Off Peak Availability is Nov. 1–Apr. 9 Please Note: A clean–up deposit equal to the rental rate is required. For all non–profit rentals, proof of official 501(c3) status must be provided.

Farmer’s Market Hours of Operation Saturdays, Apr. 13–Oct. 24 from 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Wednesdays, June 5–Aug. 14 from 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Wednesday Market Our Wednesday Market will be open from June 5–August 14, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Scan this to visit us at edmondparks.com Follow us on

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Edmond Senior Center The Edmond Senior Center

The Edmond Senior Center is open Monday thru Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please stop by for tour of our facility. You may pick up our monthly calendar of events at the Senior Center or view the calendar online at edmondseniorcenter.com. Also you may give us a call at 216–7600. Gail Deaton Manager

Sue Perry Program Coordinator

Elaine Feller Assistant Program Coordinator

Note: All classes are held on the respective day each week or month unless otherwise noted.

REGULAR SCHEDULE PROGRAMS

FITNESS Tai Chi Beneficial for good health–mind and body. The instructor for this class is David Kamphous. Age: 55 & Up Max: 18 M & F 9 a.m. $5 per class W 12 p.m. $5 per class Discuss monthly rate with instructor. Pre–registration required

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Early Risers Exercise Work on range of motion and muscular strength exercises. The instructor for this class is Jan Fraase. Age: 55 & Up Max: 40 T, W, TH

9:15 a.m.

FREE

Pre–registration required

Jazzercise Lite for Seniors Aerobic dance exercise class. The instructors for this class are from Jazzercise in Edmond. Age: 55 & Up Max: 18 M, W, F 2:50 p.m. $35 per month Pre–registration required

Yoga Yoga focuses on mind/body integration and improving flexibility, strength and balance. Each exercise can be modified to suit individual needs. You will need to bring a floor mat. The instructor for this class is Pam Scheid. Age: 55 & Up Max: 18 T&TH 2:50 p.m. $5 per class $30 per month Pre–registration required

Zumba Gold Zumba Gold classes provide low impact fitness through Latin dance moves. The instructor for this class is Natalie Bratton, Certified Zumba Gold. Age: 55 & Up Max: 18

at any time. The instructors for this group are James Hooper and Steve Brandt, Oklahoma City Woodcarvers Club.

M&TH 10:15 a.m. $5 per class $40 per 10 classes

Computer Center The Computer Center is available for our members to practice their skills, email and internet use. Basic computer skills are necessary. Instruction is not provided. Age: 55 & Up

Pre–registration required

ACTIVITIES Quilting Group This group makes quilts of all sizes. The quilters make and donate items for special projects in the community. Age: 55 & Up Max: 12 T

10 a.m.

FREE

Pre–registration required

Woodcarving Woodcarving, as a hobby, is both entertaining and therapeutic. As an art form, it is the same as sculpture with wood as the medium. Some of the therapeutic values result in the strengthening of hands and the satisfaction of accomplishment. Join this class

Age: 55 & Up TH

M–F

12 p.m.

FREE

8 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE

S.A.L.T. S.A.L.T. councils are part of the national TRIAD program. TRIAD is the agreement between the county sheriff’s office, local police department and senior adults in the community to work together to address safety

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Edmond Senior Center concerns effecting senior adults. S.A.L.T. meets the first Tuesday of each month. Age: 55 & Up (First Tuesday of the Month) T

12:30 p.m.

FREE

Weekly Devotional Join ministers from our community who conduct our weekly devotional. Age: 55 & Up F

10 a.m.

FREE

General Activities • Mah–Jongg • Puzzles • Games • Dominos • Pool Tables • Shuffle Board • Scrabble • Library • Computers • Low Vision Reader Age: 55 & Up M–F

8 a.m.– 4 p.m.

FREE

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Food and drinks available for purchase. In case of inclement weather, movies will be shown at the MAC at 7pm. Free admission. edmondparks.com | 405.359.4630

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december 5th A BIG DAY OF HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES

Fall in Love with the Holiday Season All Day Long.

MAYOR’S PARK LIGHTING Saturday, December 5 Shannon Miller Park 6 PM

EDMOND ELECTRIC PARADE OF LIGHTS Saturday, December 5 Downtown Edmond 6:45 PM

BRUNCH WITH SANTA Saturday, December 5 MAC building in Mitch Park 9 – 11 AM | Ages: 2–12 | $10 Register by Monday, November 30

Call 359–4630 for more information.