COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS
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J. RAY SHUTE CENTER BOO-TACULAR HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL DATE: TIME: AGES:
Friday, 10/29 4:30 - 6:00 pm All families welcome The J. Ray Shute Center is haunted once a year!! You can find all of your favorite Halloween activities right in your neighborhood! Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume and enjoy Halloween games, music and fun food in a safe and fun environment!
CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD DATE: TIME: AGES:
Thursday, 12/2 5:00 - 7:00 pm All families welcome Christmas is a special time for families all around the world. Gather your family and friends and find out how different cultures celebrate this wonderful holiday. Sample holiday foods from South America and learn about different Christmas practices from around the globe.
WALKER’S COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION DATE: TIME: AGES:
Saturday, 12/11 11:00 am - 3:00 pm All families welcome Join your friends and family to celebrate the holiday season. Food and fun await you as the J. Ray Shute Center transforms into a Winter Wonderland. Toys, clothes and more will be available to make this Christmas the best one yet.
SUTTON PARK COMMUNITY CENTER Monday, 1/17 TIME: 12:00 - 2:00 pm AGES: All families welcome This month commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., provides our community the opportunity to come together to remember the dream of Dr. King. We will have activities planned to celebrate his life and our community.
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Thursday, 9/16 TIME: 5:30 - 7:00 pm AGES: All families welcome Try your luck as a family. We will have tons of tasty snacks and more family entertainment while we play some bingo!
PUMPKIN FEST DATE:
Thursday, 10/28 5:30 - 7:30 pm AGES: All families welcome After a fun and eventful Summer at the Old Armory Community Center, it is time to welcome the Fall season. Enjoy great TIME:
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PRINCE AND PRINCESS VALENTINE’S PARTY DATE:
Friday, 2/11 5:00 - 7:00 pm AGES: All ages welcome Good deeds DO pay off! Participants will be rewarded for their positive attitude within the community! Helping a neighbor and supporting their friends could result in you being crowned the Prince or Princess of the J. Ray Shute Valentine’s party! Food, games, drinks and more will be on site for a great way to celebrate helping others. TIME:
TASTE OF BLACK HISTORY DATE:
Monday, 2/14 1:00 - 2:00 pm AGES: All families welcome Learn about black history while enjoying foods that originated in Africa, as well as, other cultural foods. TIME:
OLD ARMORY COMMUNITY CENTER FAMILY GAME NIGHT SOCIAL
CHRISTMAS COOKIES
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING CELEBRATION
food and games in a family atmosphere! We will decorate pumpkins, enjoy candy apples, hot apple cider and tons of games for a perfect fall day!
TRIM THE TREE DATE:
Tuesday, 12/7 5:30 - 7:00 pm AGES: All families welcome It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Get into the holiday spirit while decorating the Old Armory Community Center tree. We will have seasonal snacks and holiday themed activities to make a great evening. TIME:
CAMP SUTTON HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL DATE: TIME: AGES:
Friday, 10/29 4:00 - 7:00 pm All ages welcome If you’re looking for a safe and fun spot to celebrate Halloween, Sutton Park has it all! We will have Halloween games, opportunities to trick or treat and much more! Come on down for a not so spooky Halloween festival.
PARENTS’ APPRECIATION NIGHT DATE: TIME: AGES:
Friday, 11/12 5:00 - 8:00 pm All ages are welcome Parents work hard every day!!! It is time we show our appreciation. Bring your mom, dad, grandparents or anyone else you appreciate on a regular basis. This day is for them!!! Games, food, activities and more await those most special to you. All activities will be planned and provided by Sutton Park Beyond the Bell participants and kids in our community!
CRAFTY CUPCAKES
DATE: Wednesday, 12/1 TIME: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm AGES: 6-12
Wednesday, 12/15 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm All families welcome Show off your cooking skills and creativity with your friends while you bake and decorate your own Christmas Cookie. Help staff decorate your community center for the holiday season and enjoy Holiday themed games and music.
VALENTINE’S SWEETHEART DANCE DATES: TIME: AGES:
Saturday, 2/8 5:00 - 8:00 pm 6 – 12; Parent, guardian or sibling 18 and older must accompany participant Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your favorite person. This dance is for kids and a guest that is the most special to them, whether it be a grandparent, mom, dad, aunt or guardian. Spend a fun filled evening dancing to your favorite songs. Food and games will round out a perfect night!
ROAD TO FREEDOM – BLACK HISTORY DATE: TIME: AGES:
Tuesday, 2/11 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm 12 – 18 Learn about the individuals that fought against social injustice and racial discrimination in an engaging program. Participants will be able to discuss ways to support each other and speak about their personal experiences.
Sutton Park staff will treat participants to cupcakes while participants enjoy several craft stations. Creativity and cupcakes go hand in hand.
ALL COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS EVENTS ARE FREE!!
CHRISTMAS, COOKIES AND COCOA DATE:
Tuesday, 12/14 5:00 - 6:30 pm AGES: All families welcome Create personalized family ornaments over a hot cup of cocoa and cookies! We have several varieties for you to try! Take advantage of some family time and learn creative techniques for gift wrapping and holiday crafts. TIME:
SWEET HEART SOCIAL DATE:
Friday, 2/10 6:00 - 8:00 pm AGES: All families welcome Join your friends and neighbors for some tasty treats and good times. Whip up your favorite dessert and celebrate Valentine’s Day with your family and friends. TIME:
