2020 Special Communities Activity Guide | Winter/Spring Edition

ACTIVITY GUIDE Manhattan, Kansas

ADULT & YOUTH ACTIVITIES The Manhattan Parks & Recreation Special Communities program offers extensive activities, classes, and events for special needs populations who choose not to participate in integrated recreation. The registration form for all Special Communities programming is available at MHKPRD.com or at the Parks & Recreation office, 1101 Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan. For more information, please contact zachary.bayless@cityofmhk.com or 785-587-2766. Register online - mhkprd.com/register - with activity #140124.

COOKING CLASS

GARDENING CLASS

ARTS & CRAFTS

Cooking classes are hands-on and teach skills in basic preparation of healthy, budget friendly recipes. Each month recipes will follow a theme! 5+

The goal for the 2020 gardening season?

To spend as much time outside as we can! Visit the mhkprd.com website for additional information. 16+

Weekly, we offer craft choices, a coloring table, and a specialty arts table for yarn art, ceramics/pottery, water color painting, and sewing. 5+

Fee:

$7.50/class or $105/semester

Fee:

$1/class or $14/semester

Fee:

$7.50/class or $105/semester

Time:

4:30-5:30pm

Time:

4:30-5:30pm or 1:00-2:00pm

Time:

4:30-5:30pm

Date:

Mon, 1/27-5/4

Date:

Wed OR Sat, 1/29-5/9

Date:

Thurs, 1/30-5/7

Location:

Hy-Vee

Location:

Community Gardens

Location:

1101 Fremont Street

BOWLING BLAST Join in the bowling fun with family and friends every Tuesday! 5+

FRIDAY FUN NIGHT

FREE FOR ALL AGES!

We will offer gym sports, Uno games, puzzles, coloring, and line dancing. You can also sit, relax, and visit with friends.

Fee:

$80/semester

Fee:

FREE for adults and youth!

Time:

4:00-5:00pm

Time:

4:30-5:30pm

Date:

Tues, 1/28-5/5

Date:

Fri, 1/31-5/8

Location:

K-State Student Union Bowling Alley

Location:

Peace Memorial City Auditorium

ENROLLMENT

MHKPRD.COM/REGISTER

PARTICIPANT FULL NAME: _____________________________________________________________ PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME (FOR PARTICIPANTS UNDER 18): ______________________________________________ DATE OF BIRTH: ______________________ GENDER: __ M __ F IS CLIENT IN A WHEELCHAIR? __ YES __ NO CLIENT OF BIG LAKES DEVELOPMENT CENTER? __ YES __ NO HOUSE NAME: _________________________ CLIENT OF RESCARE? __ YES __ NO HOUSE NAME: _________________________ IF NOT A CLIENT OF BLDC OR RESCARE, PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PARTICIPANT INFORMATION:

PHONE: (_____) _____-_______ EMAIL: _______________________________________________ ADDRESS: _____________________________________ CITY: ________________ ZIP: _________ ADD TO MAILING LIST: __ YES __ NO

EMERGENCY CONTACT: _____________________________________ PHONE: (_____) _____-_______ MONDAY COOKING CLASS $7.50/Class OR $105.00/all

THURSDAY ARTS & CRAFTS $7.50/Class OR $105.00/all

WEDNESDAY GARDENING $1.00/Class OR $14.00/all

SATURDAY GARDENING $1.00/Class OR $14.00/all

January 27

January 30

January 29

February 1

February 3

February 6

February 5

February 8

February 10

February 13

February 12

February 15

February 17

February 20

February 19

February 22

February 24

February 27

February 26

February 29

March 2

March 5

March 4

March 7

March 16

March 19

March 18

March 21

March 23

March 26

March 25

March 28

March 30

April 2

April 1

April 4

April 6

April 9

April 8

April 11

April 13

April 16

April 15

April 18

April 20

April 23

April 22

April 25

April 27

April 30

April 29

May 2

May 4

May 7

May 6

May 9

TOTAL:

$

TOTAL:

/$105.00

$ Enrollment?

SPECIAL EVENTS

TOTAL:

/$105.00

(please circle)

BOWLING BLAST $80

Women’s Basketball

January 19

$10

YES

NO

Winter/Spring Semester

Night to Shine Prom

February 7

FREE

YES

NO

TOTAL:

Valentines Ice Cream Social

February 15

$15

YES

NO

St. Patty’s Day Dance

March 14

$15

YES

NO

Easter Brunch Picnic

April 11

$15

YES

NO

TOTAL:

$

Is there anything you would like to see available for your child? Are you a participant with an idea about something we don’t offer? Let us know what you think by listing your suggestions below! _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________.

Thank you!

$

Enrollment? (please circle)

YES

TOTAL:

/$14.00

NO

$

GRAND TOTAL FOR ALL ACTIVITIES:

$

/$14.00

FAMILY FUN NIGHT FREE

CHALLENGER FOOTBALL FREE

Enrollment? (please circle)

Enrollment? (please circle)

YES

NO

YES

NO

$

ALL PREVIOUS BALANCES MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE NEW REGISTRATION IS COMPLETE. PAYMENT IS DUE ON RECEIPT OF THIVS FORM.

By signing below you indicate that you have read and agree to our Assumption of Risk, Release of Liability, and Photo Release for Participants in a City of Manhattan Activity, Program, or Special Event section on the back of this guide.

Parent/Participant Signature: ____________________________________________________ Date: __________________

TO:

1101 Poyntz Ave. Manhattan, KS 66502

I have carefully read this Agreement and sign it voluntarily to participate in the Recreation Activity.

Media Release. I grant the City of Manhattan permission to photograph, film or record me during or at the Recreation Activity, and I agree that the City may now and in the future use the photographs, videos or recordings for standard City purposes including but not limited to promotion, education, publicity, development, fundraising and training, in all media, online and social media formats. I agree that no compensation shall be paid for such use, and I release the released parties from any claims, liability or damage that may arise from such use.

Release of Liability. In consideration of my participation in the Recreation Activity, I agree to waive, release, discharge, and covenant not to sue, make a claim against, or prosecute, the City of Manhattan, including its respective officials, agents and employees, all of which are hereinafter referred to as “released parties”, from and against any and all losses, expenses, damages, injuries and liabilities and claims (including attorneys’ fees, court costs and settlement costs) arising out of or relating to my participation in the Recreation Activity and/or arising out of the risks assumed above.

or other damage.

Acknowledgment and Assumption of Risk. I have volunteered to participate in a City of Manhattan recreation activity, program or special event (“Recreation Activity”). I warrant that I understand the nature, demands and risks of the Recreation Activity, including but not limited to transportation, equipment provided or used, my participation and the participation of other participants, and I warrant that I have the appropriate health and fitness to safely participate in the Recreation Activity. I acknowledge and assume all risks and dangers relating to all aspects of my participation in this Recreation Activity, including but not limited to injury, death,

Assumption of Risk, Release of Liability & Photo Release for participation in a City of Manhattan Activity, Program or Special Event:

It is our policy to provide persons with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in, and enjoy the benefits of our services, programs and activities. In order for us to provide reasonable modifications, we ask that you request what assistance is desired by contacting Parks and Recreation at 1101 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS 66502, call 785-587-2757, or call the TDD Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777.

We are here to assist you in the registration (application) process as well. Essential eligibility requirements for each program are on file. Assistive devices are available upon request.

Classes and trips are limited in size, so enrollment will be accepted on a first-paid, first-served basis. Receipt of payment will reserve a place in the class. Checks will be returned if activity is full. Registrants will receive a full refund if MPRD cancels the program, or may be able to transfer participant to another class. A full refund is granted if request to withdraw is received 1 week (7 days) prior to start date. A partial refund is granted when requested between 1 week and at least 48 hours prior to start date. No refunds will be granted if the request is less than 48 hours in advance or if the participant fails to show. Participant withdrawals must be received during regular business hours M-F 8am – 5pm.

Important Information

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COMMUNITY RECREATION

DOUGLASS CENTER

2333 Oak St. 785-587-2737 SunsetZoo.com /SunsetZoo @SunsetZoo @SusnetZooMHK

315 S. 3rd St. 785-587-2726 FlintHillsDiscovery.org /FlintHillsDiscovery @DiscoverFHDC @DiscoverFHDC

1101 Poyntz Ave. 785-587-2757 MHKPRD.com/aquatics /mhkprdaquatics @mhkprdaquatics

1101 Poyntz Ave. 785-587-2757 MHKPRD.com /ManhattanParksandRec @Manhattan PRD @manhattanparksandrec