City of Bloomington, Indiana Parks and Recreation Program Guide, August through December 2022

August–December 2022

Program Guide

See page 27.

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City of Bloomington Parks & Recreation Park Improvement Projects

Enhancing essential parks and green spaces for the benefit of our community!

Lower Cascades Park

Phase 5 Trail and Streambank Stabilization Project Cascades Park is a long, narrow park that parallels Cascade Creek along Old State Road 37 North on Bloomington’s north side. Cascades Park was the city’s first park, established in 1921. Bloomington Parks and Recreation has taken steps over the past two years to address long-term, ongoing issues related to the erosion of the steep streambanks of Cascade Creek, and to improve the accessibility of the park’s most beautiful natural features, including the waterfall located in the middle of the property.

Celebrate Lower Cascades Park Sunday, September 18 1–4 p.m.

Lower Cascades Park Bloomington Parks and Recreation invites you to celebrate the completion of a significant park maintenance and enhancement project at Lower Cascades Park, and the Park’s history as our city’s first park. Park upgrades include the limestone stabilizing blocks along the banks of Cascade Creek, a new, accessible boardwalk to the waterfall, and a newly paved extension of the Cascades Park Trail.

The Lower Cascades Celebration includes interactive programs like nature hikes and fitness classes, plus activities for children, music, and food.

The road through Lower Cascades Park, which had been closed to vehicle traffic in early 2020 as part of a pilot road conversion project, was re-paved prior to re-opening to vehicle traffic in October 2021. Speed cushions were also added to the road through the park, to reduce the speed of vehicle traffic and increase safety.

Tiered limestone blocks were installed to protect the creek banks and allow safer access to the creek. A new boardwalk, extending from the accessible, newly paved Cascades Park Trail, provides access for people of all abilities to view the waterfall. A total of 115 new trees will be planted at Lower Cascades Park and in nearby Ferguson Dog Park.

The Lower Cascades Park Phase 5 Trail and Streambank Stabilization Project was completed in July 2022.

We equitably enrich community well-being by providing quality parks, trails, facilities, programs and services, and through the stewardship of natural spaces.

August–December 2022 Program Guide Table of Contents

General Information......................................1–3 Inclusive Recreation..........................................3 Rentals..............................................4–10, 15–18 Facilities.......................................................4–18 Community Gardening.....................................5 Gardening Classes.............................................5 Cascades Golf Course........................................6 Griffy Lake Nature Preserve.............................7 Switchyard Park.............................................8–9 Frank Southern Ice Arena.........................10–13 Twin Lakes Recreation Center..... 14–15, 30–32 Facilities, Trails, and Parks with map.......16–17 Shelter House and Ballfield Rentals...............18 Community Events....................................19–25 Preschool..........................................................25 Youth..........................................................26–27 Nature and the Outdoors..........................28–29 Adults.........................................................30–34 Sponsorship/Parks Partners...........................35 Registration.....................................................36 Bloomington Parks and Recreation Staff..................inside back cover

Index

Night Paddle...............................................28 One Pass......................................................31 Park Fitness Equipment Mini Series.......34 Performing Arts Series....................... 20–21 Personal Training......................................30 Physical Fridays.........................................25 Pickleball.............................................. 15, 32 Preschool Story Hour................................25 Rekindle the Ancient Fire.........................28 RenewActive...............................................31 Roving Naturalist.......................................28 Sensory-Friendly Photos with Santa.....24 Silver&Fit.....................................................30 SilverSneakers............................................31 Skate & Scare..............................................11 Skate with Santa........................................11 The Skating School ice skating lessons........................... 12–13 Small Garden Planning and Design......... 5 Special Olympics Indiana— Monroe County.......................................33 Splash & Glow Party..................................22 Spooky Nature Crafts................................29 Switchyard Park Fitness Classes.............33 Tennis and Pickleball Courts in City Parks...................................... 26, 34 Toy Time......................................................25 Trick or Treat Trail.....................................23 Turf Time for Toddlers..............................25 Veterans 5K.................................................34 Well Check..................................................34 Wild Edible, Medicinal, Poisonous, and Useful Plants....................................28 Winter Lights, December Nights............24 Women in Nature Gaining Skills (W.I.N.G.S.)...............................................28 Yappy Hours: Yappy Howl-idays!...........25 Yoga Stretch...............................................32 ZUMBA.........................................................32 ZUMBA Gold...............................................32

Front cover: Indiana University women’s basketball player Chloe Moore-McNeil (L) and Indiana University men’s basketball player Anthony Leal (R) promote sportsmanship, basketball skill development, and playing as a team in the Twin Lakes Recreation Center’s Bloomington Youth Basketball league. BYB players are: Back row: Asia Fox, Levi Lideman, and Zach Deckard; middle row, L–R: DJ Kante, JR Cross, Autumn Lee; Front row, L–R Chloe Moore-McNeil, Cruz Cross, and Anthony Leal. Photo by Garrett Poortinga, Green Hat Media

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2023 Performing Arts Series Call to Musicians.....................................21 A Fair of the Arts........................................20 Active&Fit....................................................30 Adult (50+) FREE Programs.....................30 Adult Sailing...............................................33 Animal Tracking Basics and Beyond......29 Autumn Colors Sunset Hike....................29 Autumn Tree ID..........................................29 Basketball Future Stars............................25 Beginning Yoga.........................................31 Bloomington Blades Hockey...................11 Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market......................................19 Bloomington Pumpkin Launch...............24 Bloomington Trivia Championship Series.............................21 Bloomington Walking Club.....................34 Bloomington Youth Basketball..............27

Boot Camp..................................................31 Bug Fest.......................................................29 Camping Basics with IU Outdoor Adventures.........................29 Celebrations Around the World..............25 Collecting & Sowing Native Wildflower Seeds......................... 5 Corporate Wellness Programs................15 Dearly Departed Cemetery Tours...........23 Drop-in, Pickup Volleyball.......................15 Essential Knots...........................................29 Excel Tae Kwon Do....................................32 Fall Equinox Fire Celebration and Craft...................................................29 Fall Fungal Fun...........................................28 Fall is for Planting Fruit Trees.................... 5 Festival of Ghost Stories...........................24 Figure Skating Club of Bloomington.....10 Fitness Assessments.................................30 Friends & Family Sails...............................33 Full Moon Night Hike................................29 Gift of Wellness..........................................15 Glow in the Dark Scavenger Hunt..........22 Glow in the Park.........................................22 Golf Scramble............................................... 6 Group Exercise Registration....................31 H.I.I.T............................................................32 Harvest Moon Hike....................................28 Hatha Yoga.................................................32 Hockey Initiation I.....................................11 Holiday Market..........................................19 House Hockey............................................11 Howl at the Moon......................................23 Indiana University Figure Skating Club................................10 Indiana University Hockey.......................10 Junk in the Trunk.......................................20 Kid City Break Days...................................26 Mindful Outdoors......................................29 Movies in the Parks...................................21

General Information

Welcome to City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation!

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General Information

City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department City Hall, 401 N. Morton St., Ste. 250 Phone: 349-3700 Fax: 349-3705 parks@bloomington.in.gov

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August–December 2022 Program Guide Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Closings (entire City Hall is closed): Labor Day Election Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Christmas Day

Monday, September 5 Tuesday, November 8 Friday, November 11 Thursday–Friday, November 24–25 Monday, December 26

Services offered: Program/event registration, scholarship and fee waiver applications, shelter rentals, ballfield rentals, maps, brochures, sponsorship inquiries (see page 35), and community relations.

Parking: Designated visitor spaces available in lot on north end of City Hall.

Metered parking on Morton Street and in the Morton Street parking garage located at Seventh and Morton Streets (entrance on Morton Street).

Accessibility: Designated parking spaces in North and South lots, ramp/sidewalk access from parking lots, automatic doors at south entrance, elevator located inside main entrance, restrooms available on ground and second floor level.

Mayor of Bloomington John Hamilton

Board of Park Commissioners Kathleen Mills—President Israel Herrera Ellen Rodkey Jim Whitlatch

Parks and Recreation Department Administrator Paula McDevitt The Board of Park Commissioners holds regular meetings in the Council Chambers inside City Hall the fourth Tuesday of every month, which are open to the public.

Meetings begin at 4 p.m. Citizens of Bloomington are invited to visit the Board of Park Commissioners meetings in person or via Zoom with questions or concerns regarding city parks and recreation programs, events, and facilities.

For more information about how to attend a virtual meeting, visit bloomington.in.gov/boards/park-commissioners.

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All phone numbers for Bloomington Parks and Recreation staff and facilities are in the 812 area code.

Equal Opportunity This program receives federal funds from the National Park Service. Regulations of the U.S. Department of the Interior strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination in departmental federally assisted programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, age or handicap.

Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against in any program, activity or facility operated by a recipient of federal assistance should write to: Director, Equal Opportunity Program, U.S. Department of the Interior, P.O. Box 37127, Washington D.C. 20013-7127

Community Events Movies in the Parks Performing Arts Series Peoples Park Concerts

349-3754

Outdoor Sports (Tennis, Softball, etc.)

349-3610

Aquatics—Bryan Park and Mills Pool and Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad (May–September) Frank Southern Ice Arena (October–March)

349-3741

Additional numbers

Maintenance Headquarters Rose Hill and White Oak Cemeteries

349-3498

Inclusive Recreation Services

349-3747

Urban Forestry

349-3716

Are you on our mailing list?

To receive the program guide, or if you do not wish to receive the program guide, call 349-3700 and ask to be added to or removed from the mailing list.

Photo policy

Parks and Recreation staff may videotape or take photos of participants in programs and at special events or of people in parks or on park properties. These photos may be used in future program guides, brochures, social media, or other materials used to promote Parks and Recreation.

Please recycle this guide.

This guide is printed with soy-based ink on 30 percent post-consumer recycled paper.

No refunds are provided after the first day of a program. All refunds are subject to a $2 administrative fee. If the $2 charge does not cover costs incurred by the Department, the refund may be pro-rated in addition to the $2 charge. There are no refunds on season passes or punch passes. Full refunds are given for all classes cancelled by Parks and Recreation. Allow four weeks for refund requests to be processed.

Substitution Policy

Parks and Recreation reserves the right to use substitute instructors and alternate facilities when necessary.

Scholarships

The Bloomington Parks Foundation provides scholarships for youth, for participation in Parks and Recreation programs. Scholarship applications can be obtained at the Parks and Recreation office, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., at any Department facility, or online at bloomington.in.gov/node/3874. Scholarship applications must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the start of the program for which applying. Proof of income and Monroe County residency is required. For more information, call 349-3700.

Space is Limited—Register Early!

Most programs have limited space available as well as registration deadlines. After the registration deadline please call for space availability. Register online at bloomington.in.gov/parks, or by sending in the enrollment form in this guide, or in person from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. at the Parks and Recreation office, 401 N. Morton St., Ste. 250.

Park Special Use Permit

A Park Special Use Permit is required to hold a large-scale event in Bloomington’s beautiful city parks. A Park Special Use Permit is also required to hold a race, walk, run, or other event on the B-Line Trail, Clear Creek Trail, Jackson Creek Trail, or any other trail owned and managed by the Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, contact Hsiung Marler, Switchyard Park General Manager, at 349-3961 or marlerh@bloomington.in.gov.

Mobile Stage Rental: Groups may apply to rent Bloomington Parks and Recreation’s mobile stage for performances within the City of Bloomington city limits. A refundable deposit is required.

For more information, call Crystal Ritter, Community Events Coordinator, at 349-3725.

Hourly Park Use Permit: To better accommodate groups who wish to hold classes or programs in City parks, we have developed a comprehensive Hourly Park Use Permit.

Contact Emily Carrico, Health and Wellness Coordinator, at 349-3771 or emily.carrico@bloomington.in.gov.

Noise Permits: Depending on the nature of the special event, a Noise Permit may be required. For more information about Noise Permits, contact Hsiung Marler at 349-3961.

Permits for Filming: For more information about obtaining a free permit for commercial filming in city parks, contact Julie Ramey, Community Relations Manager, at 349-3719.

Detailed information and forms are available online at bloomington.in.gov/parks/rentals/mobile-stages.

How to request reasonable accommodation:

1. When you register, mark “yes” in the inclusive service request section. At least two weeks notification prior to the registration deadline for each program is required. In some cases reasonable accommodation may take longer.

2. Request and complete an inclusion questionnaire.

3. Inclusive Recreation Coordinator will contact participant to establish an individualized inclusion plan.

bloomington.in.gov/parks/inclusion Special Olympics Indiana—Monroe County, see page 33.

Support Parks and the Community and Promote Your Business—Become a Parks Partner Bloomington Parks and Recreation offers a variety of programs for all ages and interests. If you are trying to reach youth, families, young adults, or adults over age 50 yrs., we have the medium to promote your product or service. If your business believes in supporting the community, quality of life, and environment, we have many sponsorship options to choose from. See page 35 for more information.

Get Involved ... Volunteer!

Look for the volunteer symbol throughout the program guide.

To register for volunteer opportunities, visit bloomington.in.gov/parksvol.

Parks and Recreation volunteers provide valuable services to the community by assisting with events and programs in a variety of ways. There are many opportunities for individuals and groups to choose from.

For additional information regarding volunteer opportunities, email emily.buuck@bloomington.in.gov.

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Approval for Alcohol Sales: Groups may request to serve beer and/or wine at an event, once the group has successfully applied for a Park Special Use Permit. Beer and/or wine ONLY may be served in city-owned parks, trails, and facilities, and ONLY with approval.

For more information, contact Amy Shrake, a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, at 349-3747 or shrakea@bloomington.in.gov.

Bloomington Parks and Recreation is committed to an inclusive approach to recreation. Inclusion is individuals with and without disabilities participating in recreation activities together. Reasonable accommodations are individualized techniques and resources used to enhance program participation without fundamentally altering a program.

General Information

Refund Policy

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Facilities

Allison-Jukebox Community Center

351 S. Washington St. • 349-3731 Hours: Call 349-3731 or email shrakea@bloomington.in.gov for facility hours and times for scheduled classes or programs.

Coordinator: Amy Shrake, CTRS Bus Line: #1 South Facility information: Two large activity rooms, restrooms, and a full kitchen are available for rental.

Rental hours are 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Call 349-3731 or email shrakea@bloomington.in.gov for reservation and availability.

Accessibility: Designated parking spaces in rear/southeast side of building, accessible restrooms.

Playground: The playground and swing set at The Waldron, Hill and Buskirk Park were removed in February 2021 to accommodate the City of Bloomington Utilities Department’s Hidden River Pathway Project. Bloomington Parks and Recreation collected input from playground users and other stakeholders for the design and elements to be included in a new playground. More than 80 playground enthusiasts offered their feedback, and the new playground was selected from 10 different submitted designs. Playground installation is scheduled for fall 2022.

For more information about the Waldron, Hill and Buskirk Park playground, visit bloomington.in.gov/parks/parks.

Party and Meeting Rooms Ten tables and 60 chairs are available for use.

Twenty-two free parking spaces, and three free accessible parking spaces, are available behind the building. Available for rent daily between 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. Call 349-3731 or email shrakea@bloomington.in.gov for reservation and availability. All room rentals require a 50% deposit.

Room

Nonprofit Rate

Private Rate

The “Carpet Room” (carpet flooring) 792 sq. ft. (36' x 22') maximum capacity 50 people.

$45/hour

$55/hour

The “Tile Room” (vinyl tile flooring) 1221 sq. ft. (55.5' x 22') maximum capacity 80 people.

$45/hour

$55/hour

Endwright East Active Living Community Center 2894 E. Third Street at the College Mall Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday • 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

For more information, call 812-272-4808.

Tech Help

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 11 a.m.–2 p.m. • By appointment only.

Need help with Zoom? Having trouble sharing photos you’ve taken on your phone? Have a new iPad that you never set up? Have some other technology concern? Make an appointment to get some help.

Thanks to Smithville Charitable Foundation and the City of Bloomington’s Digital Equity Grant for making this program possible.

Area 10 Nutrition Program Lunch Site Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 p.m.

Socialize with friends while enjoying a meal and participate in games or other programs. A $2.50 donation for each meal is requested, but not required, of participants over 60 years of age.

Donations go directly back into the meal program and help us provide meals for more people.

Endwright East is a partnership with: Area 10 Agency on Aging, City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department, Commission on Aging, and IU Health Bloomington Alzheimer’s Resource Services.

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

BCT Management, Inc. 114 E. Kirkwood Ave., Bloomington, IN 47408 812-323-3020 • boxoffice@buskirkchumley.org buskirkchumley.org A 600-seat, historic theater in downtown Bloomington, the theater is managed by a private non-profit organization, BCT Management, Inc. The theater is a valued community resource, available for public or private events. For more information, contact the theater at 812-323-3020 or email director@buskirkchumley.org.

BREAK DAYS

Summer fun ... when school’s out!

See page 26.

Sensory-Friendly Photos with Santa Saturday, December 3 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

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See page 24.

Get Involved ... Volunteer!

Look for the volunteer symbol throughout the program guide.

To register for volunteer opportunities, visit bloomington.in.gov/parksvol.

Gardening Program

Office hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Facility hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Closings: Labor Day (September 5), Veterans Day (November 11), Thanksgiving week, (November 21–25), Winter break (December 19–January 3) Coordinator: TBD Specialist: Jaylynn Burney Bus Line: #3 drops at Fifth and Elm Streets Ages: All ages are welcome. Children under age 10 yrs. must be accompanied when in the facility by a responsible caregiver age 18 yrs. and up.

Facility information: Gymnasium, restrooms, full kitchen, library, third floor activity room Rentals: Gymnasium, kitchen/classroom, and third floor Call 349-3735 for reservation and cost information.

Accessibility: Designated parking space on west side of building, ramp and elevator on ground floor, gym entrance is accessible.

Community Gardening

930 W. Seventh St. • 349-3735

The Banneker Community Center has welcoming, multipurpose spaces to fit the needs of group meetings of youth, families, and adults! There is a projector and speakers in the gym, a kitchen perfect for meetings or cooking demonstrations, new furniture, and more! Schedule a visit to see how space at the historic Banneker Community Center can enhance your next meeting or gathering.

Evans-Porter Memorial Library

The Banneker Community Center is proud to host the Evans-Porter Memorial Library. The library offers fiction and nonfiction books for adults, teens, and children. Recent encyclopedias and other reference materials are available to help with homework. A focus on African-American history and culture reflects the library’s location in a historically significant building and neighborhood.

Family Resource Center

Located on the third floor, this is a place where families can gather information, network with others, build a support system, and enjoy their children in a fun, safe space.

Pickup Basketball for Cis Women, Transgender Women & Men, Non-binary People & Underrepresented Genders

Friday Lunchtime Pickup Basketball

A fun Friday fitness opportunity! All skill levels are welcome.

Fridays, 8/19–12/16 • noon–1 p.m. $5 per person per day, cash only.

For ages 18 yrs. and up.

Enter through Elm Street entrance.

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Collecting & Sowing Native Wildflower Seeds

Gardening with native plants provides multiple benefits to people and wildlife and also helps support healthy soil, water and air. Join Parks Department staff to collect native wildflower seeds for winter sowing in containers. Enjoy a brief demonstration of successfully starting native plants at home. All participants will learn best practices for seed collection and storage, participate in seed collecting, and take home seeds to sow at home.

Instructors: Gillian Field and Sarah Mullin Th 10/6 • 5:30–7 p.m. • Register by 10/5 • 365202-A Switchyard Park, Picnic Shelter Tu 10/11 • 2–3:30 p.m. • Register by 10/10 • 365202-B Miller-Showers Park, 17th St. parking lot $10/in-city, $12/non-city • For all ages. Children under age 12 yrs. must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Fall is for Planting Fruit Trees

Fall is the best time for planting fruit trees. Autumn’s cooler temperatures and shorter days help trees acclimate with less stress, giving them a healthy start the following spring. In this workshop, we will learn best practices for planting both bare root and container-grown fruit trees in a home setting, including location, varieties, watering, staking, mulching, and general tree care. Instructor: Andy Norman, ISA Certified Arborist and Owner, Norman Arbor Care Th 9/15 • 5:30–7:30 p.m. • Register by 9/14 • 365204-A $10/in-city, $12/non-city • For all ages. Children under age 12 yrs. must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Willie Streeter Community Gardens

Small Garden Planning and Design Winter is a great time to plan your garden. Learn the basics of crop planning and garden design for a small, threeseason garden. With a good plan in place, small spaces can be quite productive. We cover basic considerations such as calculating planting dates, direct seeding vs. transplanting, intensive planting, succession planting, and garden layout and design considerations for function and creativity. With a little advance planning, you can harvest from your garden from late April through October. Instructor: Sarah Mullin W 11/16 • 5:30–7:30 p.m. • Register by 11/15 • 365205-A $10/in-city, $12/non-city • For all ages. Children under age 12 yrs. must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Allison-Jukebox Community Center

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Weekly full-court basketball games. All skill levels are welcome for an hour of fun and fitness.

Wednesdays, 8/17–12/14 • 5:30–6:30 p.m. $5 per person per day, cash only.

For ages 18 yrs. and up.

Enter through Elm Street entrance.

The Bloomington Community Gardening Program offers rental plots and beds in Butler Park Community Gardens, Switchyard Park Community Gardens, and Willie Streeter Community Gardens. Financial assistance is available.

Information regarding rentals for 2023 can be found in our winter-spring program guide available in December.

Visit bloomington.in.gov/parks/community-gardening or contact communitygardens@bloomington.in.gov for more information.

Facilities

Banneker Community Center

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Facilities—Cascades Golf Course

3550 N. Kinser Pk. • 349-3764 Call for seasonal hours.

Visit us online to reserve a tee time!

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Clubhouse at Cascades Golf Course

2022 RATES Season Passes

Call or visit our website for information about season passes.

18 holes green fees

$22

9 holes green fees

$15

Senior green fees

$20

(ages 62+, M–Th)

Student green fees

(with student ID, M–Th)

Twilight green fees

The Clubhouse at Cascades Golf Course boasts a towering ceiling and a room surrounded by floorto-ceiling windows with views of the driving range, putting green, and rolling hills of Cascades!

Overhead doors on the southeast wall can be opened onto the attached patio (47' × 19') in nice weather. A restroom and a warming kitchen are both located inside the Clubhouse. For more information about renting the Clubhouse at Cascades Golf Course, or to check availability, contact Megan Stark at 349-3770 or starme@bloomington.in.gov.

$400/day • $50/hour • $100/golf outing • 50% deposit required.

$20

(during posted times)

$20

9-hole 10-Play Pass

$130

18-hole 10-Play Pass

$185

Range Balls, large

$6

Range Balls, small

$4

20-Bucket Range Balls

$100

9-hole cart fee

$7.50

18-hole cart fee

$15

18-hole spectator cart fee

$25

9-hole spectator cart fee

$10

Locker rental

Cascades Golf Course consists of three nine-hole courses, which can be combined to create three separate 18-hole configurations. The Quarry Course is the oldest of the three courses, dating back to 1928. The Quarry Course is a par-35, playing a maximum of 2,995 yards. The Pine Course was constructed in 1931 and is a par-36, playing a maximum of 3,135 yards. The Ridge Course is the newest course, opened in 2000. The Ridge Course is a par-36 which plays a maximum of 3,086 yards. Individual or group golf lessons may be scheduled with our on-site golf pro by calling 349-3764. Beer and soft drinks are available for purchase from Cascades concessions. Individuals may not bring their own alcoholic beverages onto the golf course.

$100

Staff:

Aaron Craig, PGA Golf Facilities Manager Jason Sims, PGA Golf Programs Coordinator James Richardson Golf Course Superintendent

presents:

30th Annual

Don Brineman Memorial

Golf Scramble

Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2022 Cascades Golf Course

1 p.m. Box lunch Cascades Clubhouse 1:30 p.m. Shotgun Start Ridge and Pine Courses

Accessibility:

Designated parking spaces in lot.

Restrooms and main entrance all accessible.

Providing scholarships for positive, life-changing experiences for youth!

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Boathouse, 3400 N. Headley Rd.

Scenic woodlands teeming with wild flora and fauna surround the 109-acre Griffy Lake at this 1,220-acre nature preserve. Swimming is prohibited. The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has stocked the lake with bluegill, redear sunfish, largemouth bass, channel catfish, and crappie. Kayak, canoe, and stand up paddleboard rentals are available seasonally at Griffy Lake boathouse.

To protect wildlife and visitors, all dogs must remain leashed while in the preserve. Nearby Ferguson Dog Park (4300 N. Stone Mill Rd.) accommodates dogs off-leash. For more information, call 349-3700.

The surface of the lake often freezes in winter with varying ice conditions that can be hazardous. The City of Bloomington assumes no responsibility for accidents resulting from individuals venturing onto the ice.

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Griffy Lake Rental Fees

See pages 28–29 for Nature and the Outdoors programs.

Griffy Lake Accessible Fishing Pier and Loop Trail The Griffy Lake Accessible Fishing Pier project was completed in July 2022. The $2 million project, funded in part by Bicentennial Trees & Trails bonds and a Parks General Obligation bond, stabilized the shoreline of Griffy Lake west of Headley Road and created accessible fishing areas.

An accessible path along Headley Road links the Griffy Lake trail systems on the north and south sides of the lake, while a designated pedestrian crossing allows safer access to the trails and lakeshore from the boathouse.

Contractor Spectrum, LLC in June 2022 completed construction of the first new section of the proposed Griffy Loop Trail, from the new wooden stairs at the south end of the causeway. Work is ongoing to identify the best hiking trail route through the steep terrain and fragile soil of Griffy Lake’s south side. Hikers are asked to be considerate trail users, and to stay on marked trails. Camping, campfires, horseback riding, ATVs, bicycles, and dogs off leash are not permitted at Griffy Lake or on any of the Griffy Lake trails. Follow City of Bloomington, IN - Parks and Recreation on Facebook, and download the free OuterSpatial mobile app, for updates on the ongoing construction of the Griffy Lake Loop Trail.

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Canoe/Kayak/SUP Rental (Two-hour limit on holidays/weekends) .......................................................$8/hour 10-Rental Pass............................................................................... $70 Available for purchase at the boathouse during regular business hours.

Groups (10+) wishing to make watercraft rental reservations Monday through Friday may do so by emailing Rebecca Swift at rebecca.swift@bloomington.in.gov. Rented watercraft returned to the boathouse after closing are subject to a minimum $20 late fee. A minimum $50 replacement fee is charged for lost, stolen, or damaged rental items.

Privately owned boat launch fees: $80/season, $8/day Boat motors are limited to electric trolling motors only.

Boathouse hours: April and October: Saturday and Sunday only, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

May–August: Daily, 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

September: Daily, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

November–March: Closed Boathouse phone: 349-3732 Boathouse email: griffy.boathouse@ bloomington.in.gov Griffy Lake Trails: Trail guides are available at the Bloomington Parks and Recreation office and the Griffy Lake boathouse. Please respect this fragile environment by remaining on the marked trails. Mountain biking, horseback riding, and off-road vehicles are strictly prohibited.

AMENITIES: Seasonal restrooms and picnic tables next to boathouse. Accessible fishing pier and walkway.

PARKING: Available by the boathouse TRAILS: 10+ miles total, wood chip and natural: Wetlands Trail .2 miles, Nature Trail .5 miles (loop), Griffy Creek Trail 1.5 miles, Hiking Trail 1.7 miles (loop) Lanam Trail .6 miles, West North Shore Loop 1 mile, East North Shore Loop .5 miles ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible canoe and kayak launch Eco Outpost: Looking for a fun way to interact with the great outdoors? Visit the Eco Outpost to check out our display of natural objects like fossils, pine cones, seashells, and more. Borrow an Explorer Backpack and take a funfilled trek through the woods or your own backyard.

The Eco Outpost is open during boathouse hours.

Facilities—Griffy Lake Nature Preserve

Griffy Lake Nature Preserve

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Facilities—Switchyard Park

1601 S. Rogers St. • switchyardpark.com

For more information, contact Hsiung Marler at marlerh@bloomington.in.gov.

Switchyard Park Rentals Pavilion—11,000 sq. ft., available for rental 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Open 5 a.m.–11 p.m. daily Switchyard Park is a 65-acre park located on the city’s south side. The park is a culmination of decades of planning, as both city leaders and residents saw the potential of an abandoned railroad switchyard to become a destination park for people of all ages and abilities. Completed in November 2019, Switchyard Park at the onset required substantial remediation of coal ash and cinders, the result of the property’s historic use as a railroad switchyard. Bloomington citizens had unprecedented input into the creation of the park, and into the selection of park amenities. The park straddles the city’s B-Line Trail, a 3.1-mile former railroad corridor that provides an avenue for transportation to and from the park and surrounding neighborhoods, and for economic development in the form of restaurants, housing, art galleries, and other businesses.

Amenities include:

• basketball court • 4 pickleball courts • 3 bocce ball courts • skate park • fitness stations • community gardens with 39 raised beds • open greenspace • stream and wetland • performance stage with lawn seating for 5,000 • Pavilion indoor event space • picnic shelter • shaded bosque seating • bicycle/skateboard repair station • Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad • 4.7-acre dog park with fenced areas for large and small dogs • paved, accessible trails around and through the park • 3.1-mile paved, accessible B-Line Trail through the park • vehicle parking lots at Rogers Street, Grimes Lane, and Walnut Street offer a total of 400+ spaces

Public Restrooms • Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad restrooms open seasonally, April–October.

• Bloomington Police Department at Grimes Lane public restrooms open year-round, from 7:30 a.m.–10 p.m. weekdays and from 6 a.m.–10 p.m. on weekends.

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2022 fee

Rental—per four-hour block (weekdays M–Th)

$250

Rental—per four-hour block (weekends and holidays)

$350

Rental—per day + $250 deposit (weekdays M–F)

$500

Rental—per day + $350 deposit (weekends and holidays)

$700

Pavilion Patio set-up fee

$100

Alcohol service charge inside

$50

Alcohol service charge (Patio only) outside

$100

Projector/screen use, per day

$50

Pavilion Lawn (per day) 17,586 sq. ft.

Rental (weekdays M–Th)

$90

Rental (weekends and holidays)

$120

Community Gardens—see page 5 North Activity Lawn (per day) 29,795 sq. ft.

Rental (weekdays M–Th)

$90

Rental (weekends and holidays)

$120

South Activity Lawn (per day) 30,301 sq. ft.

Rental (weekdays M–Th)

$90

Rental (weekends and holidays)

$120

Main Stage and Performance Lawn (per day) Lawn: 30,301 sq. ft. Stage: 60' x 40' Hourly practice use (per hour)

$50

Non-profit—without theatrical lighting + $125 deposit

$250

For-profit—without theatrical lighting + $200 deposit

$400

Secondary Performance Lawn (per day) 123,840 sq. ft.

Rental (weekdays M–Th)

$90

Rental (weekends and holidays)

$120

Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad Memorial Day–Labor Day: Open daily, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Labor Day–Sept. 30: Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Admission is free. Spray pad operating hours are subject to change. For updates, call the Aquatics Hotline at 349-3741.

For a complete list of rules guiding use of the spray pad, visit switchyardpark.com/recreation/spray-pad.

Switchyard Park - City of Bloomington, IN

Basketball Court

Grimes Lane entrance and parking Bloomington Police Department Public Restrooms

Pickleball Courts Bocce Ball Courts

Parking

Fitness Circuit Community Gardens

Water Tower

North Activity Lawn South Activity Lawn Bicycle/skateboard repair station

Parking

Skate Park Pavilion Lawn South Rogers Street entrance and parking

Facilities—Switchyard Park

B-Line Trail

South Walnut Street entrance and parking Main Stage Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad

Parking

Pavilion

Shelter

Restrooms Performance Lawn Bosque

Playground

Large Dog Park

B-Line Trail

Small Dog Park

Trail continues to Country Club Drive. Additional parking across Country Club Drive.

bloomington.in.gov/parks

For details about Parks and Recreation Department events scheduled in Switchyard Park, see pages 19–25.

Secondary Performance Lawn

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Facilities—Frank Southern Ice Arena

FRANK SOUTHERN ICE ARENA Ice Information Hotline: 349-3741 (October through March)

Call the Ice Information Hotline for public skating times, holiday skating hours, open ice times, special events, and weather-related closings.

2100 S. Henderson St. • 349-3740

Rentals

Sports Facility Manager: Dee Tuttle Facility information: Ice pad, party room, locker rooms, restrooms, concessions, lobby, skate rental, skate sharpening Accessibility: Accessible lobby area and restrooms

Public Skating

Public Skating: October 14 through February 19 Monday through Friday: Noon–2:30 p.m.

Friday: 7–9 p.m.

Saturday: 1:30–3 p.m.

7–9 p.m. (Lunar Skating) 9:15–11 p.m. (Night Owl) Sunday: 3–5 p.m.

General Admission: $6 Skate Rental: $3 New Skate Sharpening: $10 Skate Sharpening: $6 and $7 (immediate service) Economy Pass: $54 (10 sessions, excludes skate rental)

Cool Party package: $100 Includes use of party room during public session, 10 admissions with skate rental (additional skaters are $5/person), and cleanup.

Arena Rental: $230/hour The Arena may be rented for exclusive use during unscheduled times. Rental includes the use of the lobby, sound system, ice pad, and locker rooms. There is an additional fee for skate rental.

Reservations must be made at least 10 days prior to the requested date. All participants at private hockey functions must wear protective gear.

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Lunar Skating

Skate in a specially lit, lunar-like arena while listening to the best hits of the ’80s, ’90s and today courtesy of the Arena’s super-watt sound system. Groups of all sizes and skaters of all ability levels are welcome! Lunar skating involves the use of strobe and other special-effect lighting.

Lunar Skating does not take place 12/17, 12/24, or 12/31.

Sa 10/15–2/25 • 7–9 p.m. $6 admission, $3 skate rental

Night Owl Skating

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Rinkside Party Room: Rent the rinkside party room for your next birthday, holiday, company party, or just for a group of friends. This climate-controlled room with a panoramic view of the rink is the perfect size for up to 20 guests. Call Dee Tuttle at 349-3762 to reserve your date!

Group rates (10 or more people) $5 (includes skate rental) or $4 (bring your own skates).

Enjoy late-night skating at the Frank Southern Ice Arena.

Night Owl Skating does not take place 12/17, 12/24, or 12/31.

Sa 10/15–2/18 • 9:15–11 p.m. $6 admission, $3 skate rental

Figure Skating Club of Bloomington

Figure Skating Club of Bloomington members of all ages learn figure skating skills, practice those maneuvers in a safe environment, participate in the club show, test to various ISI levels, and compete. For more information, visit sites.google.com/site/bloomingtonfsc/home or contact the Frank Southern Ice Arena at 349-3740.

Indiana University Hockey

The Indiana University Hockey Division II and Division III teams are competitive clubs of IU student athlete hockey players who play against other colleges and universities across the U.S. Home games are played at the Frank Southern Ice Arena. Tickets are sold on game days only.

For more information, call the Frank Southern Ice Arena at 349-3740.

Indiana University Figure Skating Club

The Indiana University Figure Skating Club is a competitive team consisting of student athletes from Indiana University. For more information, contact the Frank Southern Ice Arena at 349-3740.

This program provides a safe and positive experience for beginning hockey players. The primary focus of instruction is on correct skating, puck introduction, active games, and hockey basics.

Equipment required: a bicycle helmet, hockey stick, and a pair of any type of gloves.

Su 10/30–12/11 • 1:45–2:45 p.m.

Register by 10/26 • 325018-A $55/in-city, $60/non-city • For ages 5–14 yrs.

Frank Southern Ice Arena

House Hockey

An instructional league designed for the beginning through advanced hockey player. We provide websites that give you all the information, and equipment rental that makes the league affordable. Don’t know much about hockey? Well, you didn’t know much about soccer either. It’s just basketball or soccer on skates with spacing, cutting, and passing.

6U (DOB 2017/2016) 10/17–2/10 • 325017-A M 6–7 p.m. and F 5:45–6:45 p.m.

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8U (DOB 2015/2014) 10/17–2/10 • 325017-B M 6–7 p.m. and F 5:45–6:45 p.m.

Saturday, December 10

10U (DOB 2013/2012) 10/17–2/10 • 325017-C M, W 7–8 p.m.

$6 per person • $3 skate rental

12U (DOB 2011/2010) 10/17–2/08 • 325017-D M, W 8:15–9:15 p.m.

Registration is ongoing. For more information, contact Dee Tuttle at tuttled@bloomington.in.gov.

In-city: $175 6U/$260 8U, 10U, and 12U Non-city: $190 6U/$275 8U, 10U, and 12U Frank Southern Ice Arena

Frank Southern Ice Arena 1:30–3 p.m. • For all ages.

Celebrate the holidays on the ice with Santa and his elves!

Skate to holiday music, take a photo with Santa (and tell Santa what’s on your wish list!) and enjoy refreshments.

Sponsored by:

bloomington.in.gov/parks

Bloomington Blades High School Hockey

A competitive hockey team of local and area players ages 14–18 yrs. Call 349-3740 or visit the Frank Southern Ice Arena to check game days and times.

Bloomington Blades Travel Hockey

Bloomington Blades Travel Hockey is designed for the more serious hockey player between the ages of 7–12 yrs. (before June 30). Teams play a schedule consisting of 25 home and away games.

The program is open to all Blades and House Hockey players. For more information, visit the youth hockey website at bloomingtonblades.org.

Facilities—Frank Southern Ice Arena

Hockey Initiation I

Ice skating lessons

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Facilities—Frank Southern Ice Arena

Session I The Skating School curriculum is a combination of the best attributes of the Ice Skating Institute’s Learn-to-Skate Program and U.S. Figure Skating’s Basic Skills Program. The program helps skaters progress from level to level at a steady pace.

Skaters will feel a sense of accomplishment as they master the skills necessary to become confident skaters in any ice sport.

All classes are 30 minutes in length and each session is eight weeks. In addition to class time, each skater is allotted 30 minutes of ice time for independent practice. Details on practice time will be given during the first week of lessons. Registration fee includes skate rental. Classes begin promptly at the listed times.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to put skates on. Non-registered individuals are not permitted on the ice at any time. The use of a safety (skating or bicycle) helmet is recommended for all Tot and beginning skaters.

Youth scholarships available from the Bloomington Parks Foundation! Families are invited to apply for scholarships for any Parks and Recreation program. Take part in Kid City Break Days, play an exciting season of Bloomington Youth Basketball, learn to ice skate at The Skating School, and more! For more information about how to apply for a scholarship, contact Bloomington Parks and Recreation at 349-3700 or visit bloomington.in.gov/node/3874.

Scholarship applications must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the program registration deadline.

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Skating School Open House:

October 6 • 5:30–7 p.m.

October 8 • 10:30 a.m.–noon

Sessions:

Thursdays: October 13–December 8 Fridays: October 14–December 9 Saturdays: October 15–December 10 $80/in-city, $90/non-city for all sessions except Figure Skating, which is $100/in-city, $110/non-city

Register by 10/12.

Class does not meet 11/24, 25, or 26.

Private Skating Lessons Private and semi-private lessons are available for basic ice skating and figure skating. Lessons are 30 minutes long with a certified coach. Coaches are paid directly by the student, and are not employed by the Frank Southern Ice Arena for private instruction.

Specific lesson times will be scheduled based upon coach availability.

Lesson availability is generally: Friday 9–11:30 a.m.

Monday (during Public Skating) noon–2:30 p.m.

Skaters pay the coach’s fee (rates vary from $20–$26 per 30 minutes) and $6 daily admission. Skate rental is an additional $3.

For more information about private lessons, contact Dee Tuttle at tuttled@bloomington.in.gov.

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Ages 2–5 yrs. For beginning skaters who need the security of having a parent on the ice with them. The parent must be on the ice during the class. Skaters build confidence through games and basic instruction.

Skaters learn pre-swizzle Vs. F Sa

3:50–4:20 p.m.

11:05–11:35 a.m.

325001-A 325001-B

Tot 1

Ages 3–6 yrs. No previous skating experience required. Participants must be able to separate from parents. Learn to fall and recover, march in place and forward, pre-swizzle Vs, beginning two-foot glide, and dip in place.

Th 5:30–6 p.m.

F 3:50-4:20 p.m.

Sa 10:30–11 a.m.

Sa 11:40 a.m.–12:10 p.m.

Sa 12:15–12:45 p.m.

325002-A 325002-B 325002-C 325002-D 325002-E

Tot 2

Ages 3–6 yrs. For the skater who has passed Tot 1. Forward twofoot glide, dip, swizzles, backward wiggles, and hop.

Th 6:05–6:35 p.m.

325003-A F 3:50–4:20 p.m.

325003-B F 4:25–4:55 p.m.

325003-C Sa 11:40 a.m.–12:10 p.m. 325003-D Sa 12:15–12:45 p.m.

325003-E

Tot 3

Ages 3–6 yrs. For the skater who has passed Tot 2. Improve forward skating, swizzles, and backward wiggles. Learn rocking horse, stop in place, and glide turns. Upon passing Tot 3, skaters proceed to Level 2.

Th F F Sa

6:05–6:35 p.m.

3:50–4:20 p.m.

4:25–4:55 p.m.

12:45–1:15 p.m.

325004-A 325004-B 325004-C 325004-D

Level 1

Ages 6–14 yrs. For the beginning skater. Learn marching, forward two-foot glide, dip, swizzles, glide turns, backward wiggles, rocking horse, and stop in place.

Th 5:30–6 p.m.

Th 6:05–6:35 p.m.

F 4:25–4:55 p.m.

F 5–5:30 p.m.

Sa 10:30–11 a.m.

Sa 11:05–11:35 a.m.

Sa 11:40 a.m.–12:10 p.m.

Sa 12:15–12:45 p.m.

325005-A 325005-B 325005-C 325005-D 325005-E 325005-F 325005-G 325005-H

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For the skater who has passed Tot 3 or Level 1. Improve forward skating, swizzle, and rocking horse. Learn one-foot glides, backward swizzles, alternating pumps, moving stop and hop.

Th 5:30–6 p.m.

325006-A F 4:25–4:55 p.m.

325006-B F 5–5:30 p.m.

325006-C Sa 10:30–11 a.m.

325006-D Sa 11:05–11:35 a.m.

325006-E Sa 12:45–1:15 p.m.

325006-F

Level 3

For the skater who has passed Level 2. Improve backward swizzles.

Learn T-pushes, slaloms, forward pumping, beginning spin, backward alternating pumps, and forward stroking.

Th 5:30–6 p.m.

325007-A F 5–5:30 p.m.

325007-B Sa 10:30–11 a.m.

325007-C Sa 11:40 a.m.–12:10 p.m. 325007-D Sa 12:15–12:45 p.m.

325007-E

Level 4

For the skater who has passed Level 3. Learn backward two-foot glide, forward edges, two-foot turn turns, lateral marching, and two-foot spin entry.

Th 5:30–6 p.m.

325008-A F 5–5:30 p.m.

325008-B Sa 11:05–11:35 a.m.

325008-C Sa 11:40 a.m.–12:10 p.m. 325008-D

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TIME

CODE

For the skater who has passed Level 6. Learn beginning backward crossovers, two-foot turns from backward to forward, forward outside three-turns, lunge or shoot-the-duck, bunny hop, T-stops, and beginning spiral.

Continue two-foot spins.

F 5–5:30 p.m.

325011-A Sa 11:05–11:35 a.m.

325011-B

Level 8

For the skater who has passed Level 7. Learn advanced backward crossovers and landing position, forward inside three-turns, mohawks, hockey stops, spirals, and connecting sequences.

Continue two-foot spins.

F 5–5:30 p.m.

325012-A Sa 11:05–11:35 a.m.

325012-B

Adult 1

For the skater with little or no on-ice experience. Learn basic forward and backward skating, swizzles, glides and stops.

Th Sa

6:05–6:35 p.m.

12:45–1:15 p.m.

325013-A 325013-B

Adult 2

For the skater who has passed Adult 1. Learn advanced forward skating, backward glides and stops, forward jumps, edges, crossovers and two-foot turns.

Sa

12:45–1:15 p.m.

Facilities—Frank Southern Ice Arena

Session I

325014-A

Adult 3

Level 5

For the skater who has passed Level 4. Learn forward beginning crossovers, moving two-foot turns, side-toe hops, as well as backward stroking, one-foot glides, and stops.

Continue two-foot spins.

Th 6:05–6:35 p.m.

325009-A F 4:25–4:55 p.m.

325009-B Sa 10:30–11 a.m.

325009-C Sa 12:15-12:45 p.m.

325009-D

For the skater who has passed Adult 2. Learn backward pumps, edges, crossovers, three-turns, mohawks, advanced edges, spin and sequence.

Sa

12:45–1:15 p.m.

325015-A

Level 6

For the skater who has passed Level 5. Learn advanced forward crossovers, backward pumping and edges, two-foot turn sequence, and beginning T-stop. Continue two-foot spins.

Th F Sa Sa

6:05–6:35 p.m.

4:25–4:55 p.m.

10:30–11 a.m.

12:15–12:45 p.m.

325010-A 325010-B 325010-C 325010-D

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Facilities—Twin Lakes Recreation Center twinlakesrecreation.com

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TWIN LAKES RECREATION CENTER

1700 W. Bloomfield Rd.

DAILY ADMISSION (NON-MEMBER)

• Adults ages 18–59 yrs.: $8 • Youth ages 7–17 yrs. and adults ages 60 yrs. and up: $7 • Youth ages 6 yrs. and younger admitted FREE with adult 18 yrs. and up.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS HOURS September 1–May 31: Monday–Friday: 6 a.m.–10 p.m.

Saturday–Sunday: 7 a.m.–10 p.m.

Labor Day (September 5): 7 a.m.–1 p.m.

Thanksgiving Day (November 24): Closed Day after Thanksgiving (November 25): 7 a.m.–1 p.m.

Christmas Eve (December 24): 7 a.m.–1 p.m.

Christmas Day (December 25): Closed New Years Eve (December 31): 7 a.m.–1 p.m.

The Twin Lakes Recreation Center provides members with many choices to create a wellness plan that offers variety and challenge. Stop by and see how the TLRC can be a part of your fitness goals.

MEMBERSHIP • Indoor 1/5-mile rubberized track • Five basketball courts BENEFITS INCLUDE: • Indoor turf field • • • • •

FACILITY MANAGER: Mark Sterner FACILITY COORDINATOR: Daren Eads MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR: Megan Stark SPORTS COORDINATOR: Scott Pedersen

Expanded weight room Cardio studio Two group exercise studios FREE group exercise for members Discounted personal training packages

btownparks Twin Lakes Recreation Center

Memberships* TYPE

AUTOMATIC MONTHLY DEBIT**

ONE MONTH

SIX MONTH***

12 MONTH***

Student Under 18 yrs. or with valid college or university ID

$30/month Automatically debited from your bank account each month.

$30

$155 Savings of $25 over monthly rate.

$270 Savings of $90 over monthly rate.

Adult

$35/month Automatically debited from your bank account each month.

$40

$200 Savings of $40 over monthly rate.

$360 Savings of $120 over monthly rate.

Senior age 60 yrs. and up

$30/month Automatically debited from your bank account each month.

$35

$175 Savings of $35 over monthly rate.

$315 Savings of $105 over monthly rate.

Two Person Must reside in the same household.

$55/month Automatically debited from your bank account each month.

$60

$300 Savings of $60 over monthly rate.

$540 Savings of $180 over monthly rate.

Two Seniors age 60 yrs. and up.

Must reside in the same household.

$45/month Automatically debited from your bank account each month.

$50

$250 Savings of $50 over monthly rate.

$450 Savings of $150 over monthly rate.

Family Max. 2 adults and dependent children living in the same household

$65/month Automatically debited from your bank account each month.

$70

$350 Savings of $70 over monthly rate.

$630 Savings of $210 over monthly rate.

*There is a one-time capital fee of $20 for each new member. ** Automatic Monthly Debit requires a 12-month commitment. Cancelling before the 12-month commitment is reached will result in a $20 early termination fee. ***Automatic Monthly Debit, six-month and 12-month memberships can be put on freeze for up to three months in a 12-month period.

twinlakesrecreation.com

FACILITY RENTAL (PER HOUR) Party Room

$45

Program Room $45 Studio A $65 Studio B $60 Full court setup $35/per court/per hour Basketball practice/court $30/hour Basketball competition/tournament $40/per court/per hour Turf field non-prime (April–September)

$70/hour

Turf field prime (October–March)

$100/hour

Entire Lower Level

$155/hour

PARTY ROOM RENTAL

Party Room rental includes tables and chairs. Decorating, setup, and cleanup must be done during the rental time, or additional time can be added. Renters are responsible for their own decorations, party supplies, tableware, food service utensils, and equipment (e.g. basketballs, footballs, and soccer balls). $45/hour for use of the party room only $70/hour includes use of one basketball court $80/hour includes use of Studio A or B $105/hour includes use of the turf (April–September) $130/hour includes use of the turf (October–March)

Fax: 349-3707

CORPORATE WELLNESS PROGRAMS

As the cost of health care continues to grow, companies are exploring ways to prevent illness and reduce health risks for their employees while realizing the overall benefits of a healthy workforce. From a healthy lifestyle to a healthy workplace, the TLRC staff is here to help you customize a wellness program that fits your company’s goals and health care mission. For more information, contact our Membership Coordinator, Megan Stark, at 349-3770 or starme@bloomington.in.gov.

GIFT OF WELLNESS

Give a gift that will make a difference in someone’s life.

A gift certificate to the Twin Lakes Recreation Center opens the door to fitness and fun! With a full fitness center, group exercise classes such as ZUMBA and Boot Camp, five basketball courts, an indoor 1/5-mile track and indoor turf field, your special someone will have access to a whole world of wellness. Gift certificates are valid for 90 days from the date of purchase. To purchase a TLRC gift certificate, stop by the Twin Lakes Recreation Center.

PERSONAL TRAINING See page 30.

The studios offer wood floors and full-length mirrors.

Court, turf, and studio room rental time runs simultaneously with the party room rental time.

For more information on booking a party, call 349-3720.

Rental fees MUST be paid in full at the time of the reservation to secure the date.

Facilities—Twin Lakes Recreation Center

349-3720

DROP-IN, PICKUP VOLLEYBALL

Drop-in, Pickup Volleyball takes place every Thursday from 7-10 p.m. Participation fee is $8 per player per night. Informal teams and games are organized by volleyball participants each night. A second court is added when possible.

PICKLEBALL

M, W, F and Tu, Th (when available) 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Twin Lakes Recreation Center—Court 4 Outdoor pickleball courts are also available at RCA Community Park and Switchyard Park. Outdoor courts are available for use on a first-come, first-served basis.

SEE PAGES 30–32 FOR FITNESS, WELLNESS, SPORTS, AND ONGOING ADULT PROGRAMS AT THE TLRC.

bloomington.in.gov/parks twinlakesrecreation.com

Admission $8 per day; participation is free with Twin Lakes Recreation Center membership. Occasionally, alternate programs are scheduled in the space ordinarily reserved for pickleball. Contact the Twin Lakes Recreation Center at 349-3720 or stop by the front desk for updates on pickleball schedule changes.

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B-Line Trail 3.1-mile trail between Adams St. and Country Club Dr. B-Link .32-mile trail between Henderson St. and Walnut St. Bloomington Rail Trail 2.0 miles. Trailhead at W. Country Club Dr. Gravel surface.

Cascades Park Trail 1.4 miles. Trailheads at Sycamore Shelter and Lions Den Shelter.

Clear Creek Trail 2.4 miles. Trailheads at W. Tapp Rd., That Rd., and Church Ln. between S. Rogers St. and S. Old SR 37.

Creek's Edge Trail .6 mile in Creek's Edge neighborhood off Sare Rd. Jackson Creek Trail .6 mile. Through Goat Farm between Sherwood Oaks Park and the High, Winslow, and Rogers roundabout.

Renwick Trail Southeast Park, 1600 Sycamore Ct. to Sare Rd.

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PARKS (see page 18 for shelter and ballfield rental information) Broadview Park 704 W. Graham Dr. Brown's Woods Basswood Dr./Just East of Hwy. 37 (undeveloped property) Bryan Park 1001 S. Henderson St. Building Trades Park 619 W. Howe St. Rev. Ernest D. Butler Park and Community Gardens 812 W. Ninth St. • Storywalk Trail Crestmont Park 600 W. 16th St. Has an 18-hole frisbee golf course.

Ferguson Dog Park 4300 N. Stone Mill Rd. Has dog rinse and waste bag stations.

Goat Farm 2000 E. Winslow Rd. Restored native prairie.

Griffy Lake Nature Preserve 3400 N. Headley Rd. • 349-3732 (see page 7) • trails and boating Highland Village Park 950 S. Harvey Dr. Latimer Woods 3200 E. Buick Cadillac Blvd.

Leonard Springs Nature Park 4685 S. Leonard Springs Rd. Lower Cascades Park 2851 N. Old State Rd. 37.

Miller-Showers Park 100 W. 17th St. Olcott Park 2300 E. Canada Dr. Park Ridge East Park 4221 E. Morningside Dr. Park Ridge Park 3421 E. Longview Dr. Peoples Park 501 E. Kirkwood Ave. • Little Library RCA Community Park 1400 W. RCA Park Dr. Has six pickleball courts.

Rose Hill Cemetery 1100 W. Fourth St. • 349-3498. Has dog waste bag stations.

Schmalz Farm Park 3010 E. Daniel St. Seminary Park 100 W. Second St. Sherwood Oaks Park 1600 E. Elliston Dr. Skate Park at Upper Cascades 2602 N. Kinser Pk. Has bowl, ramps, rails, and skating terrain.

Southeast Park 1600 Sycamore Ct. Switchyard Park and Community Gardens 1601 S. Rogers St. (see pages 8–9) The Waldron, Hill and Buskirk Park 331 S. Washington St. (formerly Third Street Park) Twin Lakes Sports Park 2350 W. Bloomfield Rd. Upper Cascades Park 514 W. Clubhouse Dr. Wapehani Mountain Bike Park 3401 W. Wapehani Rd. White Oak Cemetery 1200 W. Seventh St. • 349-3498 Winslow Sports Complex 2800 S. Highland Ave. Winslow Woods Park/Willie Streeter Community Gardens 2120 S. Highland Ave.

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Frank Southern Ice Arena 2100 S. Henderson St. • 349-3740 • concessions (see pages 10–13) Mills Pool 1100 W. 14th St. (open seasonally) Twin Lakes Recreation Center 1700 W. Bloomfield Rd. • 349-3720 • concessions (see pages 12–13)

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Shelter Rentals and Ballfield Rentals

Shelter House Rentals Shelter house reservations may be made online at bloomington.in.gov/parks/rentals/shelters or in person at the Bloomington Parks and Recreation office, Monday–Friday, from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Shelters are available for rental April 1 through October 31. Reservations are accepted year round on a first-come, first-served basis.

Weekdays are Monday–Thursday, and weekends are Friday–Sunday.

Bryan Park—Henderson Shelter

$56 weekdays/$59 weekends and holidays This shelter is near Henderson St. and has a grill and water.

Maximum 30 people.

Bryan Park—North Shelter

$56 weekdays/$59 weekends and holidays This shelter is located near the north side of the park and has a grill, water, and electrical outlets. Maximum 30 people.

Ballfield Rentals Bryan Park Fields 1 and 2

Bryan Park ballfields 1 and 2 are available for rent Saturdays and Sundays for baseball and softball practices. These fields are unlighted and rent for $10/hr. For reservation information, contact Scott Pedersen at 349-3774 or pederses@bloomington.in.gov.

Bryan Park Field 3

Bryan Park ballfield 3 is available for rent seven days a week for baseball or softball practices. The field is unlighted and rents for $10/hr. Reservations can be made by calling 349-3720. For more information, contact Scott Pedersen at 349-3774 or pederses@bloomington.in.gov.

Butler Park Field

Butler Park ballfield is available for rent seven days a week. Butler has a 200' fence. The field is unlighted and rents for $10/hr. Reservations can be made by calling 349-3720. For more information, contact Scott Pedersen at 349-3774 or pederses@bloomington.in.gov.

Bryan Park—Woodlawn Group Shelter

Lower Cascades Park

Building Trades Park Shelter

Olcott Park

$69 weekdays/$84 weekends and holidays This shelter is near Woodlawn Ave., is wheelchair accessible, and has grills, electrical outlets, lights, and water.

Maximum 72 people. $56 weekdays/$59 weekends and holidays Small parking lot at South Fairview and West Howe Streets.

It is wheelchair accessible, and has a grill. Maximum 30 people.

Lower Cascades Park—Sycamore Shelter

$79 weekdays/$94 weekends and holidays Located in the lower portion of Cascades Park. Bathrooms (open seasonally) are a part of the building, and the shelter has grills, electrical outlets, lights, fireplace, water, drinking fountain, playground access, and a large parking lot.

It is wheelchair accessible. Maximum 75 people.

Lower Cascades Park—Waterfall Shelter

$69 weekdays/$84 weekends and holidays This shelter houses approximately 75 people. It has electrical outlets, lights, a fireplace, playground access, grills, drinking fountain, and a volleyball court nearby.

Lower Cascades Park has two 200' fenced fields with lights.

Lower Cascades ballfields are located at 3601 N. Old State Road 37. For reservation information, contact Scott Pedersen at 349-3774 or pederses@bloomington.in.gov.

Olcott Park has two multi-purpose fields that can be used for a variety of activities including soccer and football.

For reservation information, contact Scott Pedersen at 349-3774 or pederses@bloomington.in.gov.

Twin Lakes Sports Park

Twin Lakes has four 300' fenced fields with lights.

For reservation information contact Scott Pedersen at 349-3774 or pederses@bloomington.in.gov.

Winslow Sports Complex

Winslow Sports Complex has four 200' fenced fields with lights and two senior baseball fields with lights.

For reservation information, contact Scott Pedersen at 349-3774 or pederses@bloomington.in.gov.

Olcott Park—Young Pavilion

$69 weekdays/$84 weekends and holidays This round pavilion is wheelchair accessible, has picnic tables, a group grill, and electrical outlets. Maximum 60 people.

RCA Community Park—Small Shelter

$56 weekdays/$59 weekends and holidays Located off Rockport Rd./Countryside Ln. on RCA Park Dr., this accessible shelter has a grill. Maximum 30 people.

RCA Community Park—Large Shelter

$64 weekdays/$74 weekends and holidays This shelter has adult and children’s picnic tables, group grills, electrical outlets and lights, and is wheelchair accessible in a woodland setting. Maximum 80 people.

Upper Cascades Park—Lions Den Shelter

$69 weekdays/$84 weekends and holidays This accessible shelter has an accessible playground nearby, with adult and children’s picnic tables, electrical outlets, lights, two grills, and a drinking fountain located at the shelter.

Maximum 99 people.

Winslow Woods Park Shelter

$64 weekdays/$74 weekends and holidays Located off S. Highland Ave., this accessible shelter has grills and an accessible playground, electrical outlets, lights, and a drinking fountain. Maximum 99 people.

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Twin Lakes Sports Park

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April–September • 8 a.m.–1 p.m.

October–November • 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Showers Common

Tuesdays

June–September • 4–7 p.m.

Switchyard Park

Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market

Tuesday Market

Visit and support local farmers and small businesses at the Tuesday Market, held every Tuesday, June through September, at Switchyard Park. Park in the Rogers Street parking lot (bike racks as well as vehicle parking) at Switchyard Park for the closest access to the Tuesday Market. Market-goers can enjoy all the amenities of Switchyard Park and the B-Line Trail while shopping for fresh, nutritious, local farm products and artisanal foods.

Show er s Common 10 a.m.-3 p.m. # FREE Don’t miss the 20th annual Holiday Market!

Shop for locally grown farm products, and arts and fine crafts created by local artisans.

The Market Doubles SNAP Benefits

Use your Hoosier Works Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card to exchange Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for Market Bucks. We double the value of your EBT/SNAP purchase at both Tuesday and Saturday Markets. Spend up to $27 with your EBT card and get up to $54 of fresh food per visit. Market Bucks are available in $3 increments inside City Hall during Saturday Market hours and at the info tent during Tuesday Market hours.

Market Bucks can be used like cash to purchase eligible items including fruits, vegetables, eggs, breads, honey, maple syrup, meat, cheese, dairy products, and food producing plants from participating Market vendors.

Holiday elves are busy planning the Holiday Market for this year.

Visit bloomington.in.gov/holidaymarket for event updates.

Community Events Hotline: 349-3754

Nestled in picturesque downtown charm, the Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market is a vital part of the local food culture. Market-goers can expect to find a wide assortment of goods from the farm and field, including fruits and vegetables, eggs, meats and cheeses, honey, seasonal flowers, and annual and perennial plants. Food and beverage artisans provide a tasteful variety of satisfying breads, drinks, pastries, and savory dishes. This weekly gathering provides individuals the opportunity to connect with their community in meaningful ways while supporting small farmers and businesses.

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Farmers’ Market Gift Certificates

Can’t find a gift for your freshest friend? Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market has you covered. Farmers’ Market gift certificates are redeemable with most Market vendors. Purchase gift certificates at the Info tent during both Saturday and Tuesday Market hours, or weekdays in City Hall.

Farmers’ Market Advisory Council

Keep up to date on Farmers’ Market information online at bloomington.in.gov/farmersmarket, or follow the Market on social media. btownfarmersmarketin Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market

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Get Involved ... Volunteer!

Look for the volunteer symbol throughout the program guide.

To register for volunteer opportunities, visit bloomington.in.gov/parksvol.

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The Farmers’ Market Advisory Council consists of 11 members representing Market customers, farm vendors, and food and beverage artisans. The Council acts in an advisory capacity to the Board of Park Commissioners and Market staff on policy matters relating to the Farmers’ Market. Meetings are usually held at 5:30 p.m. the third Monday of each month and are open to the public. For more information about the FMAC, contact farmersmarket@bloomington.in.gov.

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Community Events

Bring a lawn chair, blanket, and picnic dinner and delight in the sounds of local musicians with the Performing Arts Series!

Community Events Hotline: 349-3754

Happy Hours on the Lawn

Shop for art and fine crafts hand made by local and regional artists.

Second Saturdays • Showers Common Aug. 13, Sept. 10 from 8 a.m.–1 p.m. and October 8 from 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

August 12

Fridays, 6–8:30 p.m.

Switchyard Park, Pavilion Lawn

Ross Hollow

rock, folk and Americana

September 2

Busman’s Holiday

Tuesdays • Switchyard Park • 4–7 p.m.

August 9 and September 13

groovy rock & roll

September 9 Will Scott

blues, soul-Americana

Sundays in Bryan Park

Back-to-back shows each evening p.m.

For more information about A Fair of the Arts, contact Crystal Ritter at 349-3725 or ritterc@bloomington.in.gov or visit bloomington.in.gov/afair.

August 21

Cuadros Quartet

Switchyard Park, Pavilion

October 7

Junk in the Trunk vendors:

Outdoor spaces are located along the side of the Pavilion and in the adjacent picnic area. All spaces are 10' x 10' and $20/space.

Register early to reserve your spot—indoor space is limited.

Reserve vendor spaces online at bloomington.in.gov/parks/events, or call 349-3773 for a link to the online reservation form.

Vendor space reservations will be accepted through Aug. 17, or until all spaces are filled.

Get Involved ... Volunteer!

Look for the volunteer symbol throughout the program guide.

To register for volunteer opportunities, visit bloomington.in.gov/parksvol.

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Switchyard Park Concert Series August 26

The Junk in the Trunk community rummage sale is recycling and treasure hunting at the same time! There is plenty of room both inside and outside the Switchyard Park Pavilion for yard sale vendors to set up and sell furniture, books, clothing, toys, household goods, and more.

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Sophie Faught + Prime Vintage

Saturday, August 20 8 a.m.–1 p.m.

Shopping is FREE. Event takes place rain or shine.

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Beautifully handmade.

Regionally crafted.

Totally unique.

6 p.m. opener • 7:15 p.m. main act Switchyard Park, Main Stage

Hank Ruff

country

King Bee & The Stingers

blues

Evening with the Bloomington Symphony Orchestra Sunday, August 28 • 7 p.m.

Switchyard Park, Main Stage

Evening with the Bloomington Community Band Sunday, September 18 • 6 p.m.

Switchyard Park, Main Stage

Peoples Park Concert Series Thursdays • 4:30–6 p.m.

Enjoy free, live performances from local and regional musicians.

Rain date: September 8

August 11 August 18 August 25 September 1

Sofia Crespo

flamenco

Anneliese and Ali

‘90s all variety

Otto & the Moaners Derrick Weidner & Olivia Doyle

September 8 Will Holler

cosmic folk rock acoustic folk, pop, country

acoustic folk, rock, Americana

Diamond Record:

Movies in the Parks

Community Events Hotline 349-3754.

Encanto

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month 2021 • PG • 1 hr 39 min Friday, September 16 • 8:15 p.m. with the Commission on Hispanic and Latino Affairs.

Bryan Park

Platinum Record: Bell Trace CFC Properties Limestone Post

Gold Record:

Silver Record:

AZTEC Engineering Bledsoe Riggert Cooper James Cassady Electrical Contractors, Inc. E&B Paving Regional Land Title Company Ruoff Mortgage Smile Promotions

1984 • PG • 1 hr 45 min Saturday, October 1 • 8 p.m.

Switchyard Park

Bloomington Parks and Recreation and the Ryder Film Series present free movies on the big screen in city parks. Movies begin at dusk; see estimated start times. Please be aware that some of the movies have a rating of PG and PG-13. We request your assistance in determining if a particular movie is appropriate for your family. Rain date: October 2.

Sponsors:

Amethyst House • Lisa J. Baker, DDS • Bluestone Tree Catalent • Choice Realty & Management • Crazy Horse The Dog House, LLC • ISU The May Agency The Niese Agency—State Farm • Office Easel Promotions Smile Doctors • World Wide Automotive Service

B L OOM I N G TO N TR I V I A C H AMP I O N S H I P SERI ES

Interested in sponsoring the 2023 Performing Arts Series?

See page 35.

2023 Performing Arts Series Call to Musicians

Hosted by Skip Daley 2 TRIVIA NIGHTS Sept. 23 ● Nov. 4

1 CHAMPIONSHIP NIGHT Dec. 9—invitation only

Prizes will be awarded each night to the top three teams. Register a team of six or fewer by the registration deadline.

Pre-registration is required.

The Cabin Restaurant and Lounge will be on-site with food, soda, beer, and wine available for purchase.

Doors open at 6 p.m. Trivia starts at 7 p.m. $30/team/night Sponsored by:

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The Pavilion at Switchyard Park

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The Performing Arts Series takes place at a variety of venues around Bloomington and showcases local musicians. Applications will be available online at bloomington.in.gov/concerts in mid-October 2022.

Completed applications must be received by Friday, December 23 at 5 p.m. to receive full consideration. Performers are selected based on type and quality of performance, availability, past performance record, and cost.

For details call 349-3725.

Community Events Hotline: 349-3754

Lisa J. Baker, DDS Eagle Ridge Civil Engineering Services ISU The May Agency Koorsen Milestone Scenic Construction Services

Ghostbusters

Community Events

Thank you to our sponsors

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Splash & Glow

Party

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Glow in the Dark Scavenger Hunt Friday, September 16 8:30-10:30 p.m. $4/person • For all ages.

Switchyard Park—Meet at Pavilion.

Thursday, September 15 7–8:30 p.m. $3/person Switchyard Park, Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad For ages 1–12 yrs. w/parent.

Colored lights in the Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad, glow sticks all around, and a glow-in-the-dark hunt kick off a “glowing” weekend!

Show off your dance moves in the spray pad, and take part in a glow-in-the-dark hunt to seek out take-home prizes.

No pre-registration required.

Harness your inner firefly and light up the night at Switchyard Park!

Wear your favorite glow-in-the dark outfit and have a fun adventure searching for glowing clues around the park. Solve the puzzle and win a prize!

Sponsored by:

For more information, contact Bill Ream at 349-3748 or reamw@bloomington.in.gov.

Black lights, neon paint, and rockin’ music from DJ Maddog combine for a glowing good nighttime dance party!

Wear white and paint yourself with every hue at the neon paint station.

Saturday, September 17 8–10:30 p.m. $6/person • For all ages.

The Waldron, Hill and Buskirk Park

Take a selfie in the black light photo booth and hit the dance floor to move to the beat and be splashed with even more neon paint.

Free glow sticks to the first 100 people, or bring your own and light up the night.

Sponsored by:

For more information, contact Bill Ream at 349-3748 or reamw@bloomington.in.gov.

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Switchyard Park —Meet at the basketball courts.

Park in the Grimes Lane parking lot.

All dog owners and animal lovers are invited to a glow-in-the-dark walk in Switchyard Park!

All well-behaved dogs are welcome. Dogs must remain leashed and attached to their humans during the walk, and must be current with all vaccinations. We reserve the right to dismiss any dog for unruly activity and/or aggressive behavior.

5:30-6:30 p.m.—Twilight tour 7–8 p.m.—After-dark tour 8:30–9:30 p.m.—After-dark tour

Each tour is $12 per person. Register by 10/10.

For ages 10 yrs. and up.

Check in for the tours will be at the cemetery entrance at 4th and Elm Streets. This is a walking tour; attendees must be able to walk at least one mile on uneven terrain. Flashlights are recommended.

Rain date: Sunday, October 16

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For more information or to register, visit bloomington.in.gov/parks.

Community Events Hotline: 349-3754

Get Involved ... Volunteer!

Saturday, October 8 • 1–4 p.m.

RCA Community Park

Admission is $5/child ● Geared toward ages 1–10 yrs.

The paved trail through the woods comes to life with your child’s favorite movie, storybook, and fairy-tale characters!

Look for the volunteer symbol throughout the program guide.

To register for volunteer opportunities, visit bloomington.in.gov/parksvol.

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Sponsored by:

Healthy Heart Tip! Spinach is packed full of micronutrients such as vitamin K and iron. To increase your spinach intake, try adding a handful of spinach to a smoothie, pasta sauce, or scrambled eggs.

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City of Bloomington, IN Parks and Recreation

● Participate in games and strike a pose at a photo booth while you wait to go on the trail. ● One adult is admitted free with paid child’s admission. Admission for each additional adult is $2. ● Due to the popularity of this event there may be a wait to enter the trail. We appreciate your patience!

Community Events Hotline: 349-3754

We’ll start at the basketball courts on the north side of the park, and walk about 11/2 miles on a paved loop through the park.

The first 50 dogs receive a glow stick for their collars!

Saturday, October 15 Rose Hill Cemetery

Community Events

Friday, October 7 7:30–8:30 p.m.

FREE • For all ages

What legends lie hidden in Rose Hill Cemetery?

Explore the stories that have outlived the deceased!

The Monroe County History Center hosts guided walking tours with reenactors who share secrets that lie beneath the stones—and some haunted history, too!

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Bloomington Pumpkin Launch

Spooky Nature Crafts See page 29.

See page 11.

Saturday, October 22

Monroe County Fairgrounds, 5700 W. Airport Rd. Gates open and activities begin at 11 a.m.

Launching begins at noon.

Spectator admission: $10 per vehicle Bring a lawn chair and watch launcher teams send pumpkins soaring through the air in competitions for accuracy and distance. Activities also include a children’s area with fall-themed activities, live music, food vendors, and the festive feel of fall.

Get a team together to build and enter a pumpkin launching device! $25 per team • Register by 10/14.

For more information and a list of launcher rules, contact Bill Ream at 349-3748 or reamw@bloomington.in.gov.

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VETERANS 5K

SEE PAGE 34.

Sensory-Friendly Photos with Santa Saturday, December 3 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Allison-Jukebox Community Center

Children with sensory needs meet and take photos with Santa, with no accompanying hustle, bustle, lines, or crowds! Bring your own camera.

Pre-registration is required and space is limited.

Reserve a space by registering online at bloomington.in.gov/parks/events.

Register by 11/28 • FREE • For all ages

Winter Lights, DECEMBER NIGHTS

An ink-black night with leering jack-o’-lanterns and crisp cider set the stage for an evening of live storytelling beneath the stars. A Halloween-time tradition, the Festival of Ghost Stories features haunting tales of ghosts and horror that will tingle the spine. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and dress warmly to avoid the chill as seasoned storytellers spin their tales in the dark.

Friday, October 28 • 7–8:30 p.m.

FREE • Bryan Park (near basketball courts)

Best suited for adults, teens, and older school-age children.

May not be appropriate for younger children.

Rain location: Monroe County Public Library Auditorium, 303 E. Kirkwood Ave.

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For weather-related updates, call the Community Events Hotline at 349-3754.

Saturday, December 3, 4–8 p.m.

Switchyard Park • FREE admission While the event is only one day, the lights will remain on throughout December.

•E njoy food trucks, music, photo ops (bring your own camera), and holiday lights for the evening.

• 4 p.m.—Candy Cane Hunt for ages 8 yrs. and younger •4 :30 p.m.—Milk Bone Hunt for dogs. All leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome.

• 5 p.m.— Live musical entertainment •5 :30 p.m.—Ugly Holiday Sweater Fun Run—one mile on the paved trails around Switchyard Park

Sponsored by:

A community event presented by: Bloomington Storytellers Guild

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Unleash and Unwind

Yappy Howl-idays!

Sunday, December 4 • 1–3 p.m.

Switchyard Park, dog park

Celebrate the holidays and have your dog’s photo taken with Santa Paws!

Turf Time for Toddlers

The indoor turf field at the Twin Lakes Recreation Center provides you and your young child with ample space to run, play, and practice ball throwing, catching and kicking skills.

This free-time play is parent or caretaker supervised physical play. TLRC staff does not supervise this area during the program and children cannot be dropped off without supervision. For more information, contact the TLRC at 349-3720. Free for TLRC members.

Tu, Th • 9:30–10:30 a.m. $5, FREE for TLRC members • For ages 1–6 yrs. w/parent.

Twin Lakes Recreation Center

Preschool

Living and Learning

Preschool Story Hour

All well-behaved dogs are welcome. All dog park rules apply.

Visit bloomington.in.gov/dogpark for a list of dog park rules.

For weather-related updates, call the Community Events Hotline at 349-3754.

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Spend a day with us to celebrate the variety of December holidays including Kwanzaa, Christmas, and Hanukkah. Learn the traditions of each holiday and participate in holiday-themed activities.

Capture the moment and memories in our photo booth! Bring your own camera.

Saturday, December 10 • Noon–3 p.m. $3/person, or $10/family For all ages.

Banneker Community Center Enter through Elm Street entrance.

Sports and Fitness Basketball Future Stars

Future Stars is an introduction to basketball for preschool children. The focus is on learning how to dribble, pass, shoot, play defense, team play, and, of course, lots of fun! Parent participation is welcome and encouraged. Future Stars is cancelled when MCCSC classes are cancelled.

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The Banneker Community Center is open and brimming with toys and activities for your child, with comfortable carpeting and seating for you! Toys are provided by Banneker staff and the third floor play room is open for free play. Participation is free, and registration is not required. There is no Toy Time when the Banneker Community Center is closed.

M–F 8/15–12/16 • 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

FREE • For ages newborn–5 yrs. w/parent.

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Physical Fridays

Physical Fridays are back in the Banneker gym! Bring your little ones to get out the wiggles with plenty of space and toys to enjoy.

F 8/12–12/16 • 9–11:30 a.m.

FREE • For ages newborn–5 yrs. w/parent.

Banneker Community Center

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Storybooks come alive on Monday and Wednesday mornings.

Music, movement, and making new friends enhance the richness of children’s literature. Crafts and hands-on activities extend the fun and learning. Participation is free, and registration is not required. There is no Preschool Story Hour on days when the Banneker Community Center is closed.

M, W 8/8–12/14 • 10–11 a.m.

FREE • For ages 2–5 yrs. w/parent.

Banneker Community Center, Family Resource Center

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Youth

Living and Learning

BREAK DAYS

Summer fun ... when school’s out!

The quality and safety of Kid City Summer Camp in a modified version of Break Days! Break Days are for students in grades K–6.

Campers engage in outdoor play and other camp activities on-site at the Allison-Jukebox Community Center (near the Bloomington Police Department and The Waldron, Hill and Buskirk Park.)

Kid City is dedicated to serving youth and families in our community by offering opportunities for recreation and social engagement to youth!

BREAK DAY

CODE

Thur., Oct. 13 Fri., Oct. 14 Tue., Nov. 8 Mon., Dec. 19 Tue., Dec. 20 Wed., Dec. 21 Thur., Dec. 22 Mon., Dec. 23

345101-A 345101-B 345101-C 345101-D 345101-E 345101-F 345101-G 345101-H

nonin-city city FEE FEE $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40 $40

REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DUE BY 5 p.m.

$45 $45 $45 $45 $45 $45 $45 $45

10/3 10/3 10/31 12/12 12/12 12/12 12/12 12/13

Allison-Jukebox Community Center • 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Break Days are for students in grades K–6. ___________

Lunch and snacks are not provided. ___________ Late registrations are accepted as space allows; a $5 late fee is applied to registrations received after the registration deadline. Cancellations incur a $5 administrative fee, and must be requested prior to the registration deadline. ___________ Scholarships are available to assist with Break Days registration fees. Scholarship applications are available online, or from customer service in the City Hall Atrium.

The deadline to apply for Break Days scholarships is one week prior to the registration deadline. Proof of income and Monroe County residency is required. For more information about applying for a scholarship, call 349-3702.

Break Days are inclusive, serving camp-ready children with and without disabilities. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made at least two weeks prior to the registration deadline. Request reasonable accommodations and learn about inclusion-specific programming online at bloomington.in.gov/parks/inclusion. ___________ For more information about Break Days, contact Amy Shrake at 349-3747 or shrakea@bloomington.in.gov.

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City of Bloomington, IN Parks and Recreation

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Youth scholarships available from the Bloomington Parks Foundation!

For more information about how to apply for a scholarship for any Parks and Recreation program, contact the Bloomington Parks and Recreation office at 812-349-3700, or visit bloomington.in.gov/node/3874.

Scholarship applications must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the program registration deadline.

Sports and Fitness Personal Training See page 30.

Tennis and Pickleball Courts in City Parks

Public play on tennis courts at Winslow Sports Complex, Bryan Park, Southeast Park, Park Ridge East, Sherwood Oaks Park, and RCA Community Park; and public play on pickleball courts at RCA Community Park and Switchyard Park, is permitted whenever the courts are not being used by Bloomington Parks and Recreation. Available hours are posted at each site.

Special Olympics Indiana— Monroe County See page 33.

See page 32.

See page 6.

FRANK SOUTHERN ICE ARENA Public Skating • The Skating School See pages 10–13.

For facility and membership information, see pages 14–15.

For programs, see pages 30–32.

For Bloomington Soccer program updates, visit bloomingtonsoccer.net.

Twin Lakes Recreation Center

at the Twin Lakes Recreation Center For information about the league or season, contact league coordinator Scott Pedersen at 349-3774.

Sponsored by:

Instructional Season I

Players in grades K–6 learn the fundamentals of basketball with professional instructor Derrick Cross and his team of assistants! Sessions include instruction on individual and team skill development. We will work on fundamentals such as ball handling, passing, shooting, rebounding, defense, and conditioning! We will work up to 3v3 group instruction and 3v3 scrimmages. Hope to see you on the court! Registration fee includes a T-shirt.

Ages 5–6 yrs. • 5:30–6:15 p.m. • 350301-A Ages 7–9 yrs. • 6:15–7:15 p.m. • 350301-B Ages 10–12 yrs. • 7:15–8:15 p.m. • 350301-C Tu, Th 9/6–9/29 • $75 • Register by 9/2.

The Bloomington Youth Basketball league focuses on basketball fundamentals and the application of learned skills. Leagues are coed through grade 3; girls play in a girls-only league beginning in grade 4. Season includes weekly practices and games one night a week. Teams practice twice before games begin, then one night a week for the remainder of the season. There are a total of seven games, with no postseason tournament.

Practice times and days are determined by the volunteer coach.

Times can vary between 5:30–9:30 p.m. based on the coach’s schedule. Parent/player requests for placement on specific teams are not accepted; all requests must be submitted by volunteer coaches.

• Season runs October 17-December 15.

• Practices begin the week of October 17.

Games begin the week of October 24.

• Registration deadline is Friday, September 30.

Registrations are not accepted after the deadline.

• Games and practices are not held the week of November 21.

Space is limited to a maximum number of players per age group. Once the maximum number of players is reached for each league, registration for that league will close. If your child’s league fills, you may opt to place your child’s name on a wait list. We will contact you if space becomes available.

Leagues, Game Days, and Registration Codes Grade K • W • 350302-A Grade 1 • M • 350302-B Grade 2 • Tu • 350302-C Grade 3 • W • 350302-D Grade 4–6 Girls • Th • 350302-E Grade 4 Boys • Tu • 350302-F Grade 5 Boys • Tu • 350302-G Grade 6 Boys • M • 350302-H $95 • Register by 9/30.

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Season II

REQUIRED SKILL EVALUATION SESSIONS

In response to parent and coach feedback, and to ensure a fair distribution of skills per team, we will conduct a coach’s draft.

Each player must attend a skill evaluation session.

Times and dates for these mandatory sessions are: Grade K • 10/3 • 5:30 p.m.

Grade 1 • 10/3 • 6 p.m.

Grade 2 • 10/3 • 6:45 p.m.

Grade 3 • 10/3 • 7:15 p.m.

Grade 4 Boys • 10/4 • 6:15 p.m.

Grade 5 Boys • 10/4 • 7 p.m.

Grade 6 Boys • 10/4 • 7:30 p.m.

Grade 4–6 Girls • 10/4 • 5:30 p.m.

Make-up session • 10/5 • 5:30–6 p.m.

COACHES NEEDED: If interested in volunteer coaching, visit volunteer.bloomington.in.gov or contact Emily Buuck at parksvol@bloomington.in.gov.

Indiana University men’s basketball player Anthony Leal (left, with basketball) and Indiana University women’s basketball player Chloe Moore-McNeil scrimmage with past and present Bloomington Youth Basketball players. Bloomington Youth Basketball leagues focus on developing foundational basketball skills and applying those skills in game situations.

All selected coaches must complete an online coaching certification course from the National Youth Sports Coaches Association (NYSCA). The certification fee for each coach is $20. The online training is available at nays.org.

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Mandatory Coaches Meeting and Coach Draft on Wednesday, October 5 at 6:30 p.m. Coaches are strongly encouraged to attend evaluations in preparation for the draft!

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Nature and the Outdoors

For all Nature and the Outdoors programs: Price is per person. Children under age 12 yrs. must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Activities may be both inside and outside, so please dress for the weather.

Griffy Lake Nature Preserve See page 7.

Discover new places, navigate scenic trails and make the most of your time by finding City of Bloomington Parks & Recreation on the OuterSpatial mobile app.

Ready to begin your adventure?

Rekindle the Ancient Fire

This program goes into thorough detail of finding, processing, and using the parts of a bow-drill. The program includes knife safety, tree identification, history, and techniques. Every participant will leave with a bow-drill kit and a working knowledge of how to use it. Everyone receives detailed instruction, has time to practice, and goes home with the materials and knowledge needed for future fire-making. Bring a fixed-blade knife if you have one. Instructor: Andrew Naugle Sa 9/3 • 12:30–4 p.m. • Register by 8/30 • 340001-A $10/in-city, $12/non-city • For ages 12 yrs. and up w/parent.

Lower Cascades Park—Meet at Sycamore Shelter.

Wild Edible, Medicinal, Poisonous, and Useful Plants

Enter the world of plants and learn more than just identification. Discuss local plants and how they may be used for food, medicine, or tools. Take a naturalist-led hike around the park to discover the edible bounty of the forest.

Wear comfortable shoes and bring drinking water.

Instructor: Andrew Naugle Sa 9/10 • 1–3 p.m. • Register by 9/6 • 340004-A $5/in-city, $6/non-city • For ages 10 yrs. and up w/parent.

RCA Community Park—Meet at Small Shelter.

Harvest Moon Hike

City of Bloomington Parks & Recreation

Roving Naturalist

Roving Naturalists are available for private natural resource programs. To schedule a visit with one of our Roving Naturalists, email rebecca.swift@bloomington.in.gov.

Women in Nature Gaining Skills (W.I.N.G.S.)

Women in Nature Gaining Skills (W.I.N.G.S.) encourages and empowers women through teaching skills needed to partake in outdoor recreation activities in south central Indiana.

Each W.I.N.G.S. event features woman-led, hands-on training, with the goal of building a community of women interested in the outdoors. W.I.N.G.S. events take place the third Sunday of each month and are open to ages 16 yrs. and up. For more information on how to join, visit SCINWINGS on Facebook.

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The harvest moon is the full moon that coincides with the fall equinox and marks a number of cultural events. Learn about the cultural and historical significance of this unique lunar phenomenon as we hike through Leonard Springs under the stars. Bring drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, and a flashlight (though we hopefully won’t need it). Instructor: Zach Ryan Sa 9/10 • time • Register by 9/6 • 340002-A $5/in-city, $6/non-city • For all ages.

Leonard Springs Nature Park—Meet in parking lot.

Night Paddle

Experience an evening of peace and serenity on Griffy Lake during the full moon. Watercraft, paddles and life jackets are provided. Children age 14 yrs. and younger must be accompanied by a registered adult. Bring a flashlight to help you navigate back to your vehicle once you return to dry land.

Sa 9/10 • 7:30–9 p.m. • Register by 9/6 • 240002-E Su 10/9 • 7–8:30 p.m. • Register by 10/4 • 240002-F $10/in-city, $12/non-city • For all ages.

Griffy Lake Nature Preserve—Meet at boathouse.

Fall Fungal Fun

Come along for a hike to find wild (and potentially edible) mushrooms! Learn how to identify mushrooms, where to find these delights, and how to prepare them for eating. This is a great introduction into the world of foraging for some of the most delicious and versatile foods that grow in Indiana. With some science, some hiking, and some new fungal finds, this afternoon begins our journey as mycologists and foragers!

Dress for the weather, and be prepared for moderate hiking.

Su 9/18 • 2–3:30 p.m. • Register by 9/13 • 340003-A $5/in-city, $6/non-city • For ages 15 yrs. and up.

Leonard Springs Nature Park—Meet in parking lot.

Celebrate the arrival of fall with a fire and craft. Learn how to use tree identification to safely build your best campfire. There will be several examples of fire-starting techniques, including charcloth and a friction fire explanation and demonstration. Though this event is for all ages, participants ages 8 yrs. and up will have a chance to make a spoon (with parent supervision) using a process called coal-burning. Instructor: Andrew Naugle Sa 9/24 • 12:30–2:30 p.m. • Register by 9/20 • 340005-A $5/in-city, $6/non-city • For all ages.

Lower Cascades Park—Meet at Waterfall Shelter.

Mindful Outdoors

Take a break from your busy schedule to unwind a bit on a guided meditative walk. Mindfulness allows us to be present in the moment, and when we are present we are able to soak in more of what nature has to offer. Instructor: Emily Gardner Su 9/25 • noon–1 p.m. • Register by 9/20 • 340006-A $5/in-city, $6/non-city • For all ages.

Winslow Woods Park—Meet in Shelter.

Bug Fest

Learn all about amazing insects at Bloomington’s tenth annual Bug Fest! Check out cool insects, make a craft, participate in bug-themed activities, and much more. Exhibitors share and display their knowledge on a variety of buggy topics. This event is a collaboration of Bloomington Parks and Recreation, Monroe County Parks and Recreation, The WonderLab Museum, Purdue Extension-Monroe County, and Hilltop Gardens at Indiana University. For more information and to pre-register, visit hilltop.indiana.edu/events-programs-classes/bugfest/index.html.

Sa 10/1 • 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

FREE • For all ages.

Hilltop Gardens at Indiana University, 2367 E. 10th St. 2022

Camping Basics with IU Outdoor Adventures

Full Moon Night Hike

Magic comes alive in the woods under the moonlight at night!

Join us for a night hike where we will rely on the light of the moon to guide us along the trails of scenic Leonard Springs Nature Park. Should the skies be clear, we will also have a beautiful view of a blanket of stars! Be prepared for moderate hiking. Instructor: Emily Gardner Su 10/9 • 8–9:30 p.m. • Register by 10/4 • 340007-A $5/in-city, $6/non-city • For all ages.

Leonard Springs Nature Park—Meet in parking lot.

Do you love the time of year when the leaves turn bright colors and the breeze turns brisk? Do you enjoy making interesting objects out of natural materials? Bring your love of these together to create an autumnal or spooky craft to take home!

This program is for all ages, so adults come get your craft on, too! Instructor: Emily Gardner Sa 10/15 • noon–2 p.m. • Register by 10/11 • 340008-A $5/in-city, $6/non-city • For all ages.

Lower Cascades Park—Meet at Sycamore Shelter.

Autumn Colors Sunset Hike

This guided hike takes place during “golden hour” when the sun approaches the horizon before setting and lights up the world in beautiful shades of yellows, oranges, and reds.

Combined with the fall colors of the surrounding trees, the views are straight out of a painting. Please bring drinking water and appropriate hiking shoes. Instructor: Zach Ryan Sa 10/22 • 4:30–6:30 p.m. • Register by 10/18 • 340009-A $5/in-city, $6/non-city • For all ages.

Griffy Lake Nature Preserve—Meet at boathouse.

Autumn Tree ID

Join us for an afternoon of exploration as we begin our journey into the world of dendrology and ecology! On this naturalist-led hike around Leonard Springs Nature Park, learn how to identify trees by their bright fall foliage and characteristic growing features. Take a deeper look at the biodiversity these species support in the ecosystem. Dress for the weather and be prepared for moderate hiking.

Su 10/23 • 2–3:30 p.m. • Register by 10/18 • 340010-A $5/in-city, $6/non-city • For all ages.

Leonard Springs Nature Park—Meet in parking lot.

Animal Tracking Basics and Beyond Learn about local wildlife on this naturalist-led hike around Wapehani Mountain Bike Park. There are instructions and exercises to teach how to identify the signs wildlife leave behind. Bring drinking water and be prepared for moderate hiking. Instructor: Andrew Naugle Sa 10/29 • 12:30–2:30 p.m. • Register by 10/25 • 340011-A $5/in-city, $6/non-city • For all ages.

Wapehani Mountain Bike Park—Meet in parking lot.

Essential Knots

Learn to tie a variety of knots and lashings commonly used for survival in the outdoors. This workshop is intended for novices who have little to no experience with tying knots. Learn up to six different types of knots and lashings, each with its own unique utility and purpose in the outdoors. No prior experience or rope is required for this workshop. Please bring drinking water. Instructor: Zach Ryan Sa 11/12 • noon–2 p.m. • Register by 11/8 • 340012-A $5/in-city, $6/non-city • For ages 5 yrs. and up w/parent.

Upper Cascades Park—Meet in Lion’s Den Shelter.

If you enjoy gardening outside, see page 5 for gardening classes.

bloomington.in.gov/parks

Our partners at Indiana University Outdoor Adventures present an informative program on how to enjoy a weekend camping in the woods. This program is intended for outdoor and camping novices who are seeking introductory camping knowledge. They will address both car camping and backcountry camping, and will cover the following: a basic checklist of equipment, setting up your preferred shelter, organizing a safe campsite, packing everything back up for the trip home, and leaving the campsite better than you found it. Learn more and register before 10/7 by visiting outdoors.indiana.edu and clicking on “More Events.”

Su 10/9 • noon–2 p.m.

FREE • For all ages.

Dunn Meadow, E. Seventh St. and N. Indiana Ave.

Spooky Nature Crafts

Nature and the Outdoors

Fall Equinox Fire Celebration and Craft

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Adults—Twin Lakes Recreation Center

SEE PAGES 14–15 FOR TWIN LAKES RECREATION CENTER MEMBERSHIP AND FACILITY INFORMATION. btownparks

Twin Lakes Recreation Center

PERSONAL TRAINING The TLRC’s personal trainers design programs that are individualized for your age, body, lifestyle and goals. TLRC personal trainers are certified, experienced, and educated.

A 30-minute wellness consultation is included as a part of each personal training package.

All personal training sessions are non-transferable and nonrefundable, and must be used within six months of purchase.

For more information, contact Mark Sterner at 349-3768 or sternerm@bloomington.in.gov.

Meet our personal trainers at twinlakesrecreation.com.

MEMBERS SINGLE— One-on-one personal training sessions 3 one-hour sessions $140 5 one-hour sessions $220 10 one-hour sessions $410

15 one-hour sessions $570 20 one-hour sessions $700 25 one-hour sessions $800

NON-MEMBERS SINGLE— One-on-one personal training sessions 3 one-hour sessions $155 5 one-hour sessions $245 10 one-hour sessions $460

15 one-hour sessions $645 20 one-hour sessions $725 25 one-hour sessions $895

NON-MEMBERS BUDDY—You and a friend 5 one-hour sessions

$440

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Adult (50+) FREE Programs

Lower Level

(unless otherwise noted)

The lower level is open Monday–Friday from 8 a.m.–3 p.m.

The lower level is closed on weekends except for reservations and scheduled activities.

TLRC membership is not required to participate.

For more information about the programs, call 349-3720.

Lap Quilting

Tu • 9:30–11:30 a.m.

Tai Chi Qigong W • 11:45 a.m.

Endwright East Active Living Community Center See page 4.

INSURANCE-BASED FITNESS Photo by Freepik.

The TLRC is an Active&Fit participating facility.

Active&Fit is an exercise and fitness program designed to help you achieve better health through regular exercise.

The Active&Fit program includes no- or low-cost membership at the Twin Lakes Recreation Center, website resources and support from Active&Fit’s toll-free member services hotline. If your health plan offers Active&Fit and you would like more information about the TLRC, please ask at the front desk or call 349-3720.

You may also visit Active&Fit at ActiveandFit.com.

Active&Fit is a federally registered trademark of American Specialty Health Incorporated.

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The data collected from a fitness assessment gives you a starting point, and provides a baseline to compare to as you make progress toward your fitness goals. Contact Megan Stark at 349-3770 or starme@bloomington.in.gov to learn more about body composition tests, or to schedule a fitness assessment. Twin Lakes Recreation Center membership is not required to have a fitness assessment.

Fitness assessments include:

• Free recording of your resting heart rate and blood pressure.

• Optional tests for estimates of body composition, in particular body fat: —Skinfold analysis: $25 —Bioimpedance analysis: $5 Twin Lakes Recreation Center By appointment only • For all ages.

The Twin Lakes Recreation Center is a Silver&Fit participating fitness facility! Silver&Fit is designed specifically to help older adults achieve better health through regular exercise and health education. Silver&Fit provides eligible members with no-cost or low-cost fitness plans. Silver&Fit is provided by American Specialty Health Incorporated. If your health plan offers Silver&Fit and you would like more information about the TLRC, please ask at the front desk or call 349-3720.

M950-395A (5/12) © 2012 American Specialty Health Incorporated (ASH). All rights reserved. Healthy Living is Golden and the Silver&Fit logo are trademarks of ASH.

You may also visit Silver&Fit at SilverandFit.com.

Silver&Fit is a federally registered trademark of American Specialty Health Incorporated.

Info coming from company soon! For more information, please ask at the front desk or call 349-3720.

A fitness program to help you live your best life. Renew Active from UnitedHealthcare is available with select Medicare Advantage plans.

Designed around you and your goals, Renew Active offers access to the Twin Lakes Recreation Center as well as online brain exercises to help keep both your body and your mind active—all at no additional cost.

For more information, visit myrenewactive.com.

GROUP EXERCISE

GROUP EXERCISE REGISTRATION Session V: August 22–October 9 • Register by 8/21.

Classes do not meet 9/5.

Session VI: October 17–December 18 • Register by 10/16.

Classes do not meet 11/ 21–11/27.

For ages 18 yrs. and up.

Twin Lakes Recreation Center

Group exercise classes are FREE to members!

Members must register at the TLRC front desk. Classes that do not meet the minimum registration requirements after the registration deadline will be cancelled for that session.

Cancellation policy Full refunds are given for all classes cancelled by the Twin Lakes Recreation Center. Refund requests for any other reason must be submitted prior to the first day of class, and are subject to approval according to State Board of Accounts claim procedures.

Allow four weeks for refund requests to be processed.

The SilverSneakers program is the nation’s leading exercise program designed exclusively for older adults.

The program offers physical activity, health education, and social events for Medicare-eligible and Group Retiree members. If you qualify, your Twin Lakes Recreation Center membership is free! Inquire at the front desk to check your eligibility or to sign up.

SilverSneakers Circuit

Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout.

SilverSneakers Classic

Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living.

SilverSneakers Yoga

Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses.

Use these thermometers to help you choose the group exercise class with the right intensity level for you.

Adults—Twin Lakes Recreation Center

ONE PASS

BEGINNING YOGA

This class focuses on posture alignment, freeing the shoulder girdle and pelvis, and synchronizing movement and breathing through basic yoga poses. Gain a simple foundation practice that can be useful every day and serve as a springboard to explore any style of yoga. Feel at home in your body, enjoy good health, move freely, and reduce stress.

Instructor: Rivkah Moore F 8/26–10/7 • noon–1 p.m. • 350201-A Meets at Switchyard Park.

F 10/21–12/16 • noon–1 p.m. • 350201-B FREE/member, $55/non-member

Are you ready for a challenge? Take your body to the next level with this intense yet fun, fat-burning class!

Combine weights, interval training and plyometrics to increase cardiovascular efficiency and overall strength.

Get in and get fit! Instructor: Morgan Brummett Tu, Th 8/23–10/6 • 6–7 a.m. • 350202-A Tu, Th 10/18–12/15 • 6–7 a.m. • 350202-B FREE/member, $85/non-member

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HATHA YOGA

The word hatha (lit force, sun) symbolizes a system of physical techniques integrating body, mind, and spirit.

This mixed-level Hatha yoga class uses asanas (bodily postures), pranayama (breathing techniques), and dyana (meditation techniques) with the goal of bringing about a healthy body and a clear, peaceful mind. The asanas work to make the spine supple, the core strong and supple and to promote circulation in the organs, glands, and tissues. Hatha yoga postures strengthen and stretch the body, promoting balance and flexibility. Great for those with arthritis. Classes end with a sweet savasana to help release stress and relax body and mind. Instructor: Rivkah Moore

Tu, Th 8/23–10/6 • noon–1 p.m. • 350207-A Tu, Th 10/18–12/15 • noon–1 p.m. • 350207-B FREE/member, $85/non-member

M, W 10/17–12/14 • noon–1 p.m. • 350203-B FREE/member, $85/non-member

H.I.I.T.

H.I.I.T. stands for high intensity interval training.

By using rigorous intervals of maximum effort and short bouts of active recovery, you can smash your goals faster! Build cardiovascular fitness while improving strength and maximizing calorie burn. You’ll be pushed to your limits and walk out feeling strong and empowered!

Instructor: Paetyn Denson

Healthy Heart Tip! For a static (still) stretch to be effective, it must be held for a minimum of 30 seconds and is most beneficial after exercise.

W 8/24–10/5 • 5:30–6:30 p.m. • 350204-A W 10/19–12/14 • 5:30–6:30 p.m. • 350204-B FREE/member, $55/non-member

YOGA STRETCH

This class is accessible and needed by all: athletes, advanced practitioners, weekend warriors, first-time yoga students and everyone in between. Flexibility and strength are fostered through a vinyasa practice that connects breath with movement. Modifications using blocks, straps, or alternative poses encourage and challenge students to find their best practice in a supportive environment. The class opens with gentle warm-up movements, and ends with relaxation. Neither experience nor flexibility are required, just an open mind and a willingness to have fun while trying something new. Instructor: Emily Tally Tu, Th 10/18–12/15 • 5:30–6:30 p.m. • 350205-B FREE/member, $85/non-member

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ZUMBA Gold is a class of Latin-inspired dance aerobics for seniors and those new to ZUMBA. ZUMBA Gold goes at a slower pace, with more breaks and more instruction, but uses the same zesty ZUMBA music. You can’t help but move in this class, and whether you choose a low-intensity or high-intensity option, it’s a great workout! Can’t stand for the whole program? Seated participants are welcome!Instructor: Morgan Banks

M, W 8/22–10/5 • noon–1 p.m. • 350203-A

Tu, Th 8/23–10/6 • 5:30–6:30 p.m. • 350205-A

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ZUMBA GOLD

Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s exactly what ZUMBA is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness party that is moving millions of people toward joy and health. Instructor: Morgan Banks

SPORTS & FITNESS This class focuses on coordination, discipline and selfconfidence in a fun and safe environment. Excel TKD is taught by Master Emeline O’Connor, a 4th-degree black belt with more than 20 years of experience. Some of her achievements include multiple National and Junior Olympic Championships in the AAU and USSSA organizations, AAU and USSSA National team member, and the first woman to be inducted in the USSSA Hall of Fame. The ultimate goal at Excel TKD is to mold future black belts into the best martial artists they can be.

Instructor: Emeline O’Connor Beginner—Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m.

8/23–10/6 • Register by 8/21 • 350209-A 10/18–12/15 • Register by 10/16 • 350209-C Advanced—Tuesdays, 6:45-7:45 p.m. and Thursdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m.

8/23–10/6 • Register by 8/21 • 350209-B 10/18–12/15 • Register by 10/16 • 350209-D

$65 • For all ages.

M 8/22–10/3 • 6:45–7:45 p.m. • 350206-A Th 8/25–10/6 • 6:45–7:45 p.m. • 350206-B M 10/17–12/12 • 6:45–7:45 p.m. • 350206-C Th 10/20–12/15 • 6:45–7:45 p.m. • 350206-D FREE/member, $55/non-member

For Bloomington Soccer program updates, visit bloomingtonsoccer.net.

Twin Lakes Recreation Center

Sailing Lessons at Lake Monroe Sailing Association, 7600 S. Shields Ridge Rd. Register at bloomington.in.gov/parks/registration.

Email LMSAadultsailing@gmail.com to schedule.

No refunds are provided after the first day of a program. All refunds are subject to a $10 administrative fee.

Adult Sailing

Bloomington Parks and Recreation and the Lake Monroe Sailing Association offer two types of sailing experiences: keel boat and small boat. Schedules are flexible and include a two-day class for $300 or a three-day class for $500 that includes certification.

Small Boat: This class offers a simple way to get started in sailing! Plan to be wet and in the water!

Sa, Su 5/6–9/25 • 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $300/two-day class • 245004-A $500/three-day class plus US Sailing certification 245004-B For ages 18 yrs. and up.

Keel Boat: No previous experience is required.

This course covers rigging, sailing and docking boats approximately 25' long, and is the first step for those dreaming of owning a keel boat or cruising. It is also appropriate for those with limitations that make handling small boats difficult.

Sa, Su 5/6–9/25 • 10 a.m.–3 p.m. $300/two-day class • 245003-A $500/three-day class plus ASA certification • 245003-B For ages 18 yrs. and up.

Friends & Family Sails

Experience the exhilaration of gliding across Lake Monroe in a sailboat skippered by a skilled sailor. Bald eagle and other wildlife sightings are frequent highlights!

Outings available for groups of 2 to 4 people/boat.

Register for an outing, then email LMSAadultsailing@gmail.com to schedule a personalized outing.

No pre-registration required! Just show up and pay $5 per person*, per class with cash or credit card. *Yoga is free for members of Bloomington Parks and Recreation’s Twin Lakes Recreation Center.

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Special Olympics Indiana— Monroe County

Special Olympics Indiana—Monroe County offers year-round sports training and athletic competition for children (ages 8 yrs. and up) and adults with intellectual, cognitive, and learning disabilities.

To find out if you or a family member are eligible to participate, call 812-325-1548 or email soimc.cc@gmail.com or write to 6180 N. Bottom Rd., Bloomington, IN 47404.

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Get Involved ... Volunteer!

Look for the volunteer symbol throughout the program guide.

To register for volunteer opportunities, visit bloomington.in.gov/parksvol.

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5/13–9/11 • 6–9 p.m. • 245005-A $150 • For all ages.

Switchyard Park Fitness Classes

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Park Fitness Equipment Mini Series

VETERANS 5K

NEW!

Meet a personal trainer at a different city park fitness station on three different Wednesdays for a free, one-hour circuit workout! Our trainer will introduce participants to any equipment that is unfamiliar to users, and demonstrate its proper use before leading the group through a structured workout. All fitness levels are welcome! For ages 18 yrs. and up. Class meets at the outdoor fitness stations.

For more information about the class, or for the specific location of the fitness station in each park, contact Emily Carrico at emily.carrico@bloomington.in.gov.

9/7 • 6–7 p.m. • Bryan Park 9/14 • 6–7 p.m. • Winslow Woods Park 9/21 • 6–7 p.m. • Switchyard Park

Run, ruck, or roll your way through Indiana University’s campus in honor of our nation’s veterans! The Veterans 5K is presented by Bloomington Parks and Recreation and the Indiana University Wheelchair Basketball Club.

Day-of registration as space allows with credit card only.

Provide a current email address; pre-registered participants will receive additional information prior to the event.

$30/person $25/military and first responders Register online at bloomington.in.gov/node/3656.

Bloomington Walking Club

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The Bloomington Walking Club is an informal group that walks from one to three miles on paved paths and natural trails in and around city parks. All ability levels are welcome, and walkers choose their own pace. The Bloomington Walking Club is dog- and stroller-friendly.

FREE • 9/12–10/24 • 6–7 p.m. • For all ages.

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Date Time Location 9/12 6 p.m. Olcott Park, gazebo

9/19 6 p.m. Switchyard Park, Pavilion 9/26 6 p.m. Bryan Park,

Woodlawn Shelter 10/3 6 p.m. RCA Community Park,

Solar panels near parking lot 10/10 6 p.m. Lower Cascades Park,

Sycamore Shelter parking lot 10/17 6 p.m. Switchyard Park,

Grimes Police Station 10/24 6 p.m. Clear Creek Trail, Tapp Rd.

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For more information, contact Emily Carrico emily.carrico@bloomington.in.gov.

Sponsored by:

Guest walker Paula McDevitt, Parks and Recreation Administrator Emily Carrico, RD Mayor John Hamilton Ody Ekwonwa, Purdue Extension Emily Gardner, Roving Naturalist Amy Meek, RN Julie Knapp, PhD Indiana University

Presented by Bloomington Parks and Recreation, IU Health Bloomington, and Purdue Extension of Monroe County.

Tennis and Pickleball Courts in City Parks

Public play on tennis courts at Winslow Sports Complex, Bryan Park, Southeast Park, Park Ridge East, Sherwood Oaks Park, and RCA Community Park; and public play on pickleball courts at RCA Community Park and Switchyard Park, is permitted whenever the courts are not being used by Bloomington Parks and Recreation. Available hours are posted at each site.

For more information, follow us on Facebook or contact Emily Carrico at emily.carrico@bloomington.in.gov.

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Well Check

Blood pressure, lipid panels, and hemoglobin (blood sugarA1C) screenings help determine whether levels in each area are in a healthy range. Head off a potential health condition with a free, convenient Well Check by IU Health Bloomington Community Health. No appointment is needed, but you need to fast for 12 hours to get an accurate cholesterol level.

For more information about the Well Check, call 812-353-3244.

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FRANK SOUTHERN ICE ARENA Public Skating • The Skating School See pages 10–13.

of local businesses and organizations. We’d like to thank the following sponsors for their involvement this past program season.

Aetna

ISU The May Agency

Agewise Design

IU Credit Union

Amethyst House

IU Health

AMI Roofing Contractors, Inc.

K9 Run Jump Splash

Aqua Pro Pool & Spa

Koorsen

AZTEC Engineering

Limestone Post

Lisa J. Baker, DDS

Mader Design

Baugh Fine Print & Mailing

McCormick’s Creek Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

Bell Trace Bloomington Parks Foundation Bledsoe Riggert Cooper James Bluestone Tree Brookdale Bloomington Cardinal Spirits

Monroe County Prosecutor’s Office— Adult Protective Services Monroe Place Office Easel Promotions Old National

CareSource Cassady Electrical Contractors, Inc. Catalent

Orangetheory Fitness Peterman Brothers Regional Land Title Company

CFC Properties Choice Realty & Management College Mall Veterinary Hospital Crazy Horse

Rock 96.1 The Quarry Roto-Rooter Plumbers Ruoff Mortgage Scenic Construction Services

E&B Paving Eagle Ridge Civil Engineering Services Eco Logic Elder’s Journey Home Care Evergreen Village at Bloomington Force Fitness and Performance H. Michelle Gregory LLC HFI Mechanical & Building Solutions Hickory Audiology Humana

Milestone

Scout’s Honor Smile Doctors Smile Promotions Sterling Real Estate, Inc. The Dog House, LLC The Niese Agency—State Farm UnitedHealthcare Williams Brothers Healthcare Pharmacy World Wide Automotive Youth Services Bureau/Safe Place

Promote your products and services at the Twin Lakes Recreation Center: Reach your target market at the Twin Lakes Recreation Center, our multi-purpose facility offering programs and services that help make Bloomington a healthy, active community. This 100,000 sq. ft. sports, fitness and recreation complex serves thousands of diverse customers each year, from elite youth basketball teams to preschool soccer players.

It is the perfect place for you to share your company’s message and reach your target audience.

Reach these target markets • 300,000 annual visits • 1,200+ active adult members • more than 800 SilverSneakers members (ages 55 yrs. and up) • 600+ Bloomington Youth Basketball players • local and regional basketball and other sports tournaments Custom opportunities to connect with your market • Our custom advertising packages can give you more than just signs!

• Set up a display at the TLRC during tournaments or peak visitation.

• Place coupons, menus, or brochures in our literature display areas.

• Run a custom TV spot on our four closed-circuit TV screens all day, every day.

• … and more!

Price points for 96" × 42" banners (per year) Court 1: $1,200 Courts 2–5: $1,000 Turf: $1,000

Sponsorship/Parks Partners

Special thanks to our Parks Partners! So many of our programs and events are enhanced through the sponsorship

For more information, contact Julie Ramey at 349-3719 or rameyj@bloomington.in.gov.

Thanks to Summer Star Foundation for Nature, Art and Humanity for supporting outdoor learning opportunities for area youth.

Congratulations to our July Park Partner award recipient:

Pumpkin Launch/Deadline September 8/$500— Target Market: children, young adults, and adults Bloomington Youth Basketball/Deadline September 3/$500 or $1,000— Target Market: over 3,000 children, adults, and families

Only through the generous patronage of local businesses and organizations is the Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department able to provide FREE concerts and movies to the community. Sponsorship of the Performing Arts Series supports local performers and the community and provides excellent business exposure and name recognition. Become a part of the Performing Arts Series’ long history of providing free concerts, movies and theatrical performances for the people of Bloomington!

Call 349-3739 to find out more about sponsoring concerts or movies at one of Bloomington’s beautiful city parks next summer.

For a complete list of sponsorship opportunities along with marketing benefits, contact Community Relations Coordinator, Emily Buuck at 349-3739 or emily.buuck@bloomington.in.gov.

Align your business with Bloomington Parks and Recreation facilities, trails, programs, and events.

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Become a Fall-Winter 2022 Event Sponsor:

Glow in the Park/Deadline August 1/$300— Target Market: young adults and adults

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Four ways to register for programs Online

Walk in

Register in person by coming to the atrium of City Hall at

Online registration available 24-7. bloomington.in.gov/parks Secured for credit card payment.

VISA, MASTERCARD, or DISCOVER

401 N. Morton St., Ste. 250, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER, CASH, CHECK, or MONEY ORDER

Mail in

Drop off

Complete the registration form and send it to Bloomington Parks and Recreation 401 N. Morton St., Ste. 250 Bloomington, IN 47404 Registrations must be received before the deadline.

CHECK or MONEY ORDER

A convenient drop box is located outside City Hall, at the “401” address doors. Drop off your registration after hours or whenever it’s convenient for you. Make sure you drop off before the registration date.

CHECK or MONEY ORDER

For information about resident status, fees and charges, liability waivers, registration, and refunds, visit: bloomington.in.gov/parks/registration PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM Name

Home Phone

Street Address

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(If you are unsure of your residency status, please call 812-349-3700)

How did you hear of this program? Program Guide Social Media Newspaper Flier Friend Email Website Previous Participant Other Participant Name

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Inclusive Service Request:

Reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in above program(s) related to specific needs associated with a disability. (circle one) YES NO If YES, please complete an Inclusion Assessment and the Inclusive Recreation Coordinator will contact you. We request at least two weeks notification for reasonable accommodations requests. In some cases reasonable accommodations may take longer.

Parks and Recreation Program Waiver Statement The undersigned is the adult program participant, or is the parent or legal guardian of the program participant. The undersigned hereby states that s/he understands the activities that will take place in this program, and that the program participant is physically and mentally able to participate in this program. The undersigned recognizes, as with any activity, there is risk of injury. In the event that the program participant sustains an injury in the course of the program, and the Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department is unable to contact the appropriate person(s) to obtain consent for treatment, the Department and/or its employees or volunteers are authorized to take reasonable steps to obtain appropriate medical treatment. The program participant and/or his/her parent or legal guardian shall be responsible for the cost of such treatment. The undersigned now releases the City of Bloomington, the Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department, its employees, agents, and assigns, from any claims including, but not limited to, personal injuries or damage to property caused by or having any relation to this activity. It is understood that the release applies to any present or future injuries and that it binds the undersigned, undersigned’s spouse, heirs, executors and administrators. The Program Participant may be photographed and videotaped while participating in Parks and Recreation activities and while attending Parks and Recreation events, and consent is given for the reproduction of such photos or videos for advertising and publicity.

Assumption of the Risk and Waiver of Liability Relating to Coronavirus/COVID-19 The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization. COVID-19 is highly contagious and is believed to spread mainly from person-to-person contact. Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, the Department cannot guarantee that the program participant, or the program participant’s household members will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, attending the program could increase the risk of the program participant, or the program participant’s household members of contracting COVID-19.

By signing this agreement, the undersigned acknowledges the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assumes the risk that the program participant, or other members of the program participant’s household may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 as a result of attending the program and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. The undersigned also acknowledges and understands that all of the risks of COVID-19 are not known and that the risk of becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at the program may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of the program participant and others, including, but not limited to, Bloomington Parks and Recreation employees, volunteers, and other program participants and their families. The undersigned voluntarily agrees to assume all of the foregoing risks, known and unknown, and accept sole responsibility for any injury or loss to the program participant, and other members of the program participant’s household.

The undersigned hereby waives, releases, discharges, and agrees to hold harmless, indemnify, and not sue Bloomington Parks and Recreations Department, its employees, agents, officers, directors, affiliates, members, volunteers, and representatives (collectively, “Releasees”), of and from any and all claims, liabilities, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating thereto. The undersigned further agrees that this release includes any Claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of the Releasees, whether such claim arises before, during, or after participation in any Parks and Recreation program.

I have read and understand all of the foregoing terms. I agree with the terms and sign voluntarily. ________________________________________________________________________

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Community Garden Fund

Bloomington Tree Fund Greatest need

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Method of Payment: Cash (do not mail cash)

Check/Money Order

Make check or money order payable to: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Mail registrations to: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation 401 N. Morton Street, Ste. 250, Bloomington IN 47404

Bloomington Parks and Recreation Staff Haskell Smith.......................................Urban Forestry Working Foreperson smithh@bloomington.in.gov Joanna Sparks..............................................................................City Landscaper sparkj@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3497 Scot Sturrock................................ Urban Greenspace Working Foreperson scot.sturrock@bloomington.in.gov Rebecca Swift................................................Natural Resources Coordinator rebecca.swift@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3759 Rob Turpin...................................................................Operations Crew Leader turpinr@bloomington.in.gov

Bloomington Parks and Recreation natural resources staff Andrew Naugle (L) and Emily Gardner share information about Bloomington Parks during Get Outdoors Day at Switchyard Park.

Administration

Paula McDevitt.................................................................... Administrator mcdevitp@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3711 Emily Buuck.............................................Community Relations Coordinator emily.buuck@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3739 Ellen Campbell.........................................................................Graphic Designer campbele@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3799 Kim Clapp.......................................................................................Office Manager clappk@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3710 Missy Grabowski...................................... Customer Service Representative grabowsm@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3700 Tiffany Hall................................................. Customer Service Representative halti@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3702 Ethan Philbeck.......................................... Customer Service Representative philbece@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3757 Julie Ramey.................................................... Community Relations Manager rameyj@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3719

Operations and Natural Resources

Tim Street.................Operations and Development Division Director tim.street@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3706 John Barnes........................................................................................................ MEO barnesj@bloomington.in.gov Jon Behrman.......................................... Natural Areas Working Foreperson behrmanj@bloomington.in.gov Steve Cotter.......................................................... Natural Resources Manager cotters@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3736 Barb Dunbar................................................Operations Division Coordinator dunbarb@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3498 Don Foddrill..................................................... Facilities Working Foreperson foddrild@bloomington.in.gov Dave Fox..............................Sanitation and Grounds Working Foreperson foxd@bloomington.in.gov Curtis Gilstrap................. Cemeteries/Landscaping Working Foreperson Bob Grubb.................................................................Urban Forestry, Laborer II Mike Hollingsworth................................. Facilities Maintenance Mechanic Mark Marotz..........................................................Operations Superintendent marotzm@bloomington.in.gov • 327-6119 Phil Paris.....................................................................................................Laborer II Anthony Robertson............................ Equipment Maintenance Mechanic robertsa@bloomington.in.gov Dennis Robertson............................................................................................ MEO Jim Salisbury.............................................................................................Laborer II

Recreation

Becky Higgins............................ Recreation Services Division Director barrickb@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3713 Clarence Boone...........................................Community Events Coordinator clarence.boone@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3738 Leslie Brinson..................................................... Community Events Manager brinsonl@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3715 Jaylynn Burney...................................................................... Program Specialist jaylynn.burney@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3783 Emily Carrico......................................................Health/Wellness Coordinator emily.carrico@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3771 Hsiung Marler..........................................General Manager Switchyard Park marlerh@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3961 Sarah Mullin....................................Community Events Program Specialist mullins@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3704 Bill Ream........................................................Community Events Coordinator reamw@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3748 Crystal Ritter.................................................Community Events Coordinator ritterc@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3725 Amy Shrake....................................................... Program/Facility Coordinator shrakea@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3747 Maggie Tull.......................................................... Switchyard Park Foreperson maggie.tull@bloomington.in.gov

Sports

Satoshi Kido....................................... Sports Services Division Director satoshi.kido@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3712 Aaron Craig.....................................................................Golf Facilities Manager craiga@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3791 Daren Eads............................................................................ Facility Coordinator eadsd@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3772 Dan Kluesner.........................................Athletic Fields Working Foreperson 349-3760 Chris Lamb.............................................Athletic Fields Working Foreperson Scott Pedersen......................................................Sports/Facility Coordinator pederses@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3774 James Richardson............................................. Golf Course Superintendent richarja@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3764 Brad Scroggins......................................Master Motor Equipment Operator bradley.scroggins@bloomington.in.gov Jason Sims...............................................................Golf Programs Coordinator simsja@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3782 Megan Stark..............................................................Membership Coordinator starme@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3770 Mark Sterner................................................................ General Manager Sports sternerm@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3768 Dee Tuttle.................................................Sports Facility/Programs Manager tuttled@bloomington.in.gov • 349-3762

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