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guide detailing Grove City Parks and Recreation Department offerings. You have the opportunity to see a fresh set of classes and activities six times per year to help you select what fits best in your family’s busy schedule.

To register for a class or activity, call the Parks and Recreation office at 614-277-3050 or the Evans Center at 614-277-1060, use online registration, or stop in the Kingston Center, 3226 Kingston Ave.; or Evans Center, 4330 Dudley Ave. When registering for the first time, a staff member will assist you with establishing your household account in our system. To register online, customers must also have an online registration account. This simple process can be completed by phone or in person.

Registration is required for all activities even if there is no fee, unless designated as a drop-in class.

For more information on classes, activities and events in Grove City, visit GroveCityOhio.gov, sign up for our electronic newsletter and follow social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram @GroveCityOhio and @GroveCityParks and Twitter @GroveCityOhio.

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CITY OF GROVE CITY Building Division.....................614-277-3075 City Council............................614-277-3065 City Information......................614-277-3000 Community Relations..............614-277-3040 Development..........................614-277-3004 Division of Police....................614-277-1710 Evans Center..........................614-277-1060 Finance/Tax............................614-277-3025 Human Resources...................614-277-3013 Mayor’s Court.........................614-277-1715 Mayor’s Office.........................614-277-3006 Parks & Recreation.................614-277-3050 Parks Weather Hotline.............614-277-3060 Service Department................614-277-1100 Zoning....................................614-277-3086

Big Splash/Evans 2831 Southwest Blvd.

Breck Community (Dog Park) 3005 Demorest Road Concord Lakes Off Lake Mead Drive Creekside Off Holton Road Fryer (Century Village, Splash Pad) 3899 Orders Road Gantz (Gantz Barn, Gantz Farmhouse) 2255 Home Road George Edge Music Park on Broadway Park St. at Broadway Grant-Sawyer Home 4126 Haughn Road Grove City Gold Star Families Memorial Columbus St. at Broadway Grove City Museum 3378 Park St. Henceroth (Purple Heart Memorial Walk) 2075 Mallow Lane

City Offices City Hall 4035 Broadway Evans Center 4330 Dudley Ave. Kingston Center 3226 Kingston Ave. Safety Complex (Police) 3360 Park St. Service Complex 3262 Ventura Blvd.

Online GroveCityOhio.gov Connect with @GroveCityOhio and @GroveCityParks

Hoover Off Haughn Road Indian Trails Off Buckeye Parkway Keller Farms Off White Road Meadowgrove Off Springhill Drive Pinnacle Area 2430 Holton Road Scioto Meadows Off Scioto Meadows Blvd.

Skate Park 3728 Hoover Road Town Center Gazebo Grove City Road at Broadway Town Center Promenade Park St. to Grant Ave. (parking lot) Walden Bluff Walden Bluff Court Westgrove Park 3580 Magnolia St. Windsor (Evans Center) 4330 Dudley Ave. 4408 Broadway

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Preschool RecSchool (Ages: 3-5) This child-centered preschool offered by Grove City Parks and Recreation fosters in each child feelings of competence, social skills, independence, love of learning and appreciation for the wonders of nature. Curriculum is based on the Ohio Department of Education Early Learning Content Standards and capitalizes on how children learn best: through play. Activities balance spontaneous and planned learning experiences including art, literacy, music, exploration, early academics, science and daily outdoor experiences.

RecSchool is at Gantz Barn in Gantz Park and operates September through May with part-week, half-day classes offered morning or afternoon. Enrollees must be 3 years old by Sept. 30 of the current school year. Registration for each school year begins the previous February and continues until the program is full.

Sept.-May • Days: Vary by Class Gantz Barn Morning & Afternoon Options Call Michele Demmy, 614-871-6330, for information.

PlayTots (Ages: 2-3 with an adult) Two year olds and a parent or other caring adult enjoy preschool classroom activities including art, sensory exploration and self-directed and planned experiences. Registration for the next school year begins each May. Sept.-May • Day: Fri. Gantz Barn Morning Options

Registration

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Program details subject to change to reduce community health risks from COVID-19.

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Modern Dance (Ages: 3-4) Participants learn the jazz style, adapting bold, dynamic movements and techniques to later apply to a variety of modern dances. Develop skills to grow and enhance your journey for future dance.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 4 $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 4 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Act. #: 1022208_01 JumpBunch (Ages: 18 months-2) Toddlers build coordination, balance, teamwork and motor skills during coach-led activities. Through encouragement and success, children gain confidence, sports-readiness skills, and the foundations of fitness.

JumpBunch (Ages: 18-23 months) Wks: 8 • Classes: 8 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $80 (NR: $88) Begins: Aug. 3 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Act. #: 1032208_01 JumpBunch (Age: 2) Wks: 8 • Classes: 8 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $80 (NR: $88) Begins: Aug. 3 • 6:30-7 p.m.

Act. #: 1032208_02 Sporties for Shorties (Ages: 3-5) Young children develop kicking, running, throwing and team skills through exciting lead-up sports activities and group games. Focus sports may include baseball, soccer, football and others. Powered by JumpBunch.

Wks: 8 • Classes: 8 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $80 (NR: $88) Begins: Aug. 3 • 7-7:45 p.m.

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Friday PlaySchool (Ages: 3-4) Children gain independence and confidence while learning to work and play with others in a childcentered classroom setting. Weekly activities include creative art, sensory exploration, social play and singing at circle time.

Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Fri. Gantz Barn, Upstairs $32 (NR: $32) Begins: Sep. 16 • 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Act. #: 1082209_01 KinderCamp (Ages: 5-6.25) Children will practice kindergarten preparedness skills by exploring a familiar, natural subject through reading, writing, art, math and science.

Wks: 1 • Classes: 3 • Days: Mon., Tue., Wed. Gantz Barn, Downstairs $42 (NR: $47) Begins: Aug. 1 • 9-10:30 a.m.

Act. #: 1082208_01 KinderMusik (Ages: 1-4) Music supports cognitive, social, physical and musical whole-child development. Children (each with one caring adult) join Stephanie Dille of Groove City Kids Music, for interactive musical experiences. Play instruments, sing and dance for learning, for health and for joy!

KinderMusik (Ages: 1-2) Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $50 (NR: $55) Begins: Sep. 8 • 9:30-10 a.m.

Act. #: 1082209_02 KinderMusik (Ages: 3-4) Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $50 (NR: $55) Begins: Sep. 8 • 10:15-11 a.m.

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Gymnastics (Ages: 3-4) Participants learn the jazz style, adapting bold, dynamic movements and techniques to later apply to a variety of modern dances. Develop skills to grow and enhance your journey for future dance.

Gymnastics (Age: 3) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 2 • 5-5:30 p.m.

Act. #: 2012208_06 Gymnastics (Age: 4) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 2 • 5:30-6 p.m.

Act. #: 2012208_07 Gymnastics Parkour (Age: 4) Learn the basics of jumping, climbing and rolling, and using obstacles, mats and blocks. Gain strength, coordination and stamina while learning to safely perform skills with parkour form.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $65 (NR: $70) Begins: Aug. 1 • 4:30-5:15 p.m.

No class Sep. 5 (Mon.) Act. #: 2012208_02

Little Sluggers T-ball (Ages: 3-4) Little Sluggers introduces young children to baseball using age appropriate activities to develop fundamentals in a fun, supportive atmosphere. Weekly instruction works on batting, base running, fielding, throwing and catching basics followed by modified games. Parent participation welcomed, but Bally Sports staff lead the program. Shirt and cap included. Player supplies own mitt.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Fri. Windsor Park $75 (NR: $75) Begins: Sep. 9 • 4-5 p.m.

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Options for 4 year olds: peewee karate and tennis classes are open to ages 4-7.

Check the Youth Sections for details! www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Fri. Windsor Park $75 (NR: $75) Begins: Sep. 9 • 5-6 p.m.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Fri. Windsor Park $75 (NR: $75) Begins: Sep. 9 • 6-7 p.m.

Register with Bally Sports at bit.ly/ BallyTBallGC

Mini Soccer Stars (Ages: 3-5) Bally Sports leads an age appropriate program that utilizes fun games and activities to teach fundamentals to beginning soccer players. Coaches focus on teaching the basics of dribbling, passing, scoring and the concept of game play. Proper sportsmanship is emphasized in an encouraging atmosphere enabling children to enjoy learning soccer while being physically active. Each week includes developmentally appropriate instruction and recreational, noncompetitive game play.

Mini Soccer Stars (Age: 3-4.5) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Westgrove Park $80 (NR: $80) Begins: Sep. 14 • 5-6 p.m.

Mini Soccer Stars (Ages: 4.5-5) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Westgrove Park $80 (NR: $80) Begins: Sep. 14 • 6-7 p.m.

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P.A.R.K. (Ages: (Grades: K-4))

Programmed After-school Recreation for Kids is committed to providing a safe, secure, enriching and affordable Fall indoor volleyball leagues are place to be after school. This schoolavailable for youth players in grades age childcare program offers daily three through 12 in five divisions: after-school activities for children grades 3-4, grade 5, grade 6, grades in kindergarten through grade four 7-8 and grades 9-12. Boys and staffed by qualified childcare providers girls compete together. Teams are at each site. P.A.R.K. operates in the determined by a blind draft conducted school gymnasiums every day the by the Parks & Rec. office. A tournament South-Western City School District closes out the season in mid-December.

(SWCSD) is in session. The program Volunteer coaches are needed. is designed for, but not limited to, Wks: 10 • Day: Varies children of working parents. P.A.R.K. SWCSD Sites provides planned cooperative games, $60 (NR: $65) outrageous play, fitness, indoor and outdoor activities, free art, specialPractice Begins: Week of Sept. 19. interest and free-choice activities and Games Begin: Week of Oct. 17 • much more. Please pack a nutritious Evenings snack daily.

Register online during August at Recreation.GroveCityOhio.gov School Days • Days: Mon.-Fri. Buckeye Woods, Highland Park, J.C. Get Out and Learn Hockey with the Sommer, Monterey, Richard Avenue CBJ Elementaries (Ages: 5-9) $215 per month The Columbus Blue Jackets invite boys 2:30-6 p.m. and girls new to hockey to try street Follows SWCSD schedule hockey for free! Launched in 2018, the Register online at Recreation. program has introduced 3,200+ kids to GroveCityOhio.gov hockey through introductory street and ice clinics in a safe, fun environment Before-School P.A.R.K. Elementary as part of the team’s commitment to (Grades: K-4) remove barriers to the game. Includes a Before-school P.A.R.K. creates a safe, hockey stick and shirt for child and next fun environment in the morning step guide for parents. hours before school starts for students Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. of Buckeye Woods, Highland Park, Windsor Park, Dudley Ave. Parking Lot J.C. Sommer, Monterey and Richard Free Avenue elementaries. The monthly tuition fee includes breakfast and Aug. 12 • 6-6:30 p.m. supervised recreational activities. This Register at nhl.com/bluejackets/ program meets every day the SWCSD community/goal is in session. Transportation to the Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. child’s home school is provided by the Windsor Park, Dudley Ave. Parking Lot SWCSD Transportation Department; J.C. Free Sommer elementary students walk to school with P.A.R.K. staff.

Aug. 12 • 6:45-7:15 p.m.

Register at nhl.com/bluejackets/ School Days • Days: Mon.-Fri. community/goal Kingston Center $125 per month Youth Volleyball Registration (Grades 3-12)

P.A.R.K. programs are popular!

Call 614-277-3050 to ensure availability before attempting to register.

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Follows SWCSD schedule Register online at Recreation.

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Before-School P.A.R.K. Intermediate (Grades: 5-6) Before-school P.A.R.K. creates a safe, fun environment in the morning hours before school starts for students of Hayes, Holt Crossing and Park Street intermediate schools. The monthly tuition fee includes breakfast and supervised recreational activities. This program meets every day the SWCSD is in session. Transportation to the child’s home school is provided by the SWCSD Transportation Department; Park Street Intermediate students walk to school with P.A.R.K. staff.

School Days • Days: Mon.-Fri. Kingston Center $150 per month 6-9 a.m.

Follows SWCSD schedule Register online at Recreation.

GroveCityOhio.gov Gymnastics (Ages: 5-9) Practice foundation gymnastics skills and build on them while increasing skill level. Use vault, bars, beam and floor exercises to develop skills such as balance, coordination, flexibility and strength to apply to future gymnastics and other athletic endeavors.

Gymnastics (Age: 5) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 2 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Act. #: 2012208_08 Gymnastics (Age: 6) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 2 • 6:30-7 p.m.

Act. #: 2012208_09 Gymnastics (Ages: 7-9) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 2 • 7-7:30 p.m.

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Gymnastics Parkour (Ages: 7-10) Learn the basics of jumping, climbing and rolling, and using obstacles, mats and blocks. Gain strength, coordination and stamina while learning to safely perform skills with parkour form.

Gymnastics Parkour (Ages: 7-8) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $65 (NR: $70) Begins: Aug. 1 • 6-6:45 p.m.

No class Sep. 5 (Mon.) Act. #: 2012208_04 Gymnastics Parkour (Ages: 9-10) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $65 (NR: $70) Begins: Aug. 1 • 6:45-7:30 p.m.

No class Sep. 5 (Mon.) Act. #: 2012208_05 Modern Dance (Ages: 5-10) Learn the jazz style, adapting bold, dynamic movements and techniques to later apply to a variety of modern dances, developing skills to grow and enhance on your dance journey.

Modern Dance (Ages: 5-6) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 4 $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 4 • 6:30-7 p.m.

Act. #: 2022208_01 Modern Dance (Ages: 7-10) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 4 $53 (NR: $58) Begins: Aug. 4 • 7-7:45 p.m.

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Art Workshop (Ages: 8-11) Learn and create a different artwork project each week combining and practicing techniques of famous artists such as sketching, painting, collage and more. Dress to get messy/bring a smock.

Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Aug. 2 • 7-7:45 p.m.

Act. #: 2042208_02 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $60 (NR: $68) Begins: Sep. 6 • 7-7:45 p.m.

Act. #: 2042209_02 Big Art (Ages: 5-7) Cover a variety of styles and techniques while focusing on the process, using quality materials and supplies found in an art studio like pastels, watercolors, acrylics and more. Take home a finished piece each class. Art supplies furnished.

Dress to get messy/bring a smock!

Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $38 (NR: $43) Begins: Aug. 2 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Act. #: 2042208_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $50 (NR: $55) Begins: Sep. 6 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Act. #: 2042209_01 Back to School (Ages: 5-10) Get ready for school by spicing up and decorating your own pencils and pencil case.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Aug. 23 • 4:15-5:15 p.m.

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Cactus (Ages: 5-10) Who loves cacti? Enjoy pain-free fun: paint your own sun catcher and create a cactus out of pipe cleaners and pompoms.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Aug. 16 • 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Act. #: 2042208_07 Dinosaur (Ages: 5-10) These ancient reptiles always spur imagination! Become a dinosaur by making a dinosaur mask, creating your own fossil and more.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Aug. 9 • 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Act. #: 2042208_05\ Everything Bubbles (Ages: 5-10) Enjoy the summer weather by making your own special bubble solution then launch some using bubble wands and snake bubble makers you created yourself.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Aug. 18 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Act. #: 2042208_08 Luau (Ages: 5-10) Invoke the joy and beauty of the tropics and join us for a luau! Make your own leis, grass crowns and more. And what is a luau without food? Enjoy a tasty beach dessert as well.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Aug. 2 • 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Act. #: 2042208_03

Some adult classes are open to teens. Check the Adult section or call 614-277-3050 for options.

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Slime: Charm Clay Slime (Ages: 5-10) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Sep. 15 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Act. #: 2042209_07 Slime: Sand Slime (Ages: 5-10) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Sep. 20 • 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Act. #: 2042209_08 Slime: Edible Pudding Slime (Ages: 5-10) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Mushrooms (Ages: 5-10) Who likes mushrooms? Join us in our love for these fun guys by creating crafts like decorating wooden mushrooms.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Aug. 25 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Act. #: 2042208_10 Pasta (Ages: 5-10) Pasta is yummy, but it can be fun off your plate too! Use your imagination and pasta to create structures and crafts.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Aug. 30 • 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Act. #: 2042208_11 Playdough (Ages: 5-10) Make your own playdough in a variety of colors then use tools to test it out.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14)

Slime (Ages: 5-10)

Sep. 22 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

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Slip on into September by creating Slime: Color Changing Slime slime in a variety of colors and textures.

(Ages: 5-10) Participants make, play with and take home a different type of slime based on Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. the class theme.

Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Slime: Patriotic Flurry Sep. 27 • 4:15-5:15 p.m.

(Ages: 5-10) Act. #: 2042209_10 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 Slime: Edible Jell-O Slime $12 (NR: $14) (Ages: 5-10) Sep. 1 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Act. #: 2042209_03 Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Slime: Fishbowl Sep. 29 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

(Ages: 5-10) Act. #: 2042209_11 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 Sunshine Party $12 (NR: $14) (Ages: 5-10) Sep. 8 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Celebrate the star of our solar system Act. #: 2042209_05 by making sun and lemonade crafts and decorating your own sunglasses.

Slime: Clear Slime Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. (Ages: 5-10) Kingston Center Room 2 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. $12 (NR: $14) Kingston Center Room 2 Aug. 4 • 5:30-6:30 p.m. $12 (NR: $14) Act. #: 2042208_04 Sep. 13 • 4:15-5:15 p.m.

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Acting Class with Showcase (Ages: 7-16)

Karate: Beginner (Ages: 8+)

Work in groups to act out various, age-appropriate acting scenes, including some from TV, movies and plays. Improve your memory, learn to develop a character and increase self-confidence and stage presence.

Great for anyone interested in working in the entertainment industry. The instructor can provide guidance to parents of children interested in pursuing professional acting. Last day is a showcase for guests to see the participants in action.

Build concentration and confidence with an emphasis on martial arts philosophy while learning karate basics, movement drills, kata (form) and non-contact sparring. Dave Holloway instructs.

Wks: 7 • Classes: 7 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $132 (NR: $147)

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $60 (NR: $65)

Begins: Aug. 11 • 6-6:50 p.m.

Act. #: 2052208_03 Acting Games (Ages: 7-16) Build confidence and creativity while having fun learning to act. Games and improvisational situations help you think on your feet and explore the possibilities of your imagination. Acting games build skills in collaboration, expose participant to new experiences and foster self-reliance.

Wks: 7 • Classes: 7 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $88 (NR: $98) Begins: Aug. 11 • 5-5:50 p.m.

Act. #: 2052208_02 Modeling: The Catwalk (Ages: 7-16) Experience fashion on a make-believe catwalk stage. Learn to walk with grace and style as well as basic etiquette to help with good behavior and manners.

Invite guests to see you work the stage and model your favorite outfits on the last day. Students are encouraged to model their favorite Disney character costumes/outfits. Includes in-class photo session with a professional.

Photos are yours to keep!

Wks: 7 • Classes: 7 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 3 $175 (NR: $190) Begins: Aug. 9 • 5-6 p.m.

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Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 $60 (NR: $65) Begins: Aug. 1 • 6-7 p.m.

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Karate Peewee Beginners (Ages: 4-7) Learn basic movements, the martial arts philosophy and the importance of concentration and confidence. Dave Holloway instructs.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Aug. 1 • 5-5:30 p.m.

No classs Sep. 5 (Mon.) Act. #: 2062208_01 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Aug. 3 • 5-5:30 p.m.

Act. #: 2062208_02 Karate Peewee Advanced (Ages: 4-7) Build on the basics of karate with movement drills, kata (form) and noncontact sparring with added emphasis on concentration, confidence and the martial arts philosophy. Dave Holloway instructs.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Aug. 1 • 5:30-6 p.m.

No class Sep. 5 (Mon.) Act. #: 2062208_03

Begins: Aug. 3 • 6-7 p.m.

Act. #: 3062208_02 Karate: Advanced (Ages: 8+) Deepen levels of concentration and confidence while emphasizing martial arts philosophy and learning more advanced movements, drills, kata (form) and non-contact sparring. Dave Holloway instructs.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 $60 (NR: $65) Begins: Aug. 1 • 7-8 p.m.

No class Sep. 5 (Mon.) Act. #: 3062208_03 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $60 (NR: $65) Begins: Aug. 3 • 7-8 p.m.

Act. #: 3062208_04 Football Cheeseball (Ages: 6-9) Just in time for the first Buckeye football game, make a football shaped cheeseball with herbs from our garden.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse $17 (NR: $19) Aug. 31 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Aug. 3 • 5:30-6 p.m.

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Pickles (Ages: 6-9) Make two jars of refrigerator pickles, one dill and one sweet, while emphasizing safe knife skills.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse $14 (NR: $16) Aug. 10 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Act. #: 2072208_01 Pizza Rolls (Ages: 6-9) Pizza rolls are a great game-time snack!

Create some as well as dipping sauce.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse $14 (NR: $16) Sep. 14 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Act. #: 2072209_01 Challenge Island: Amusement Park Island (Ages: 7-11)

Adult Line Dance (Ages: 18+) Intermediate-level dancers learn country and ballroom routines with instructor-led tutoring set to fun and beautiful music. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that slide easily across the floor. Learn exciting dances and meet new friends!

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $20 (NR: $20) Begins: Aug. 3 • 4-5 p.m.

Act. #: 3022208_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $20 (NR: $20) Begins: Sep. 7 • 4-5 p.m.

Act. #: 3022209_01 Workout With Weights (Ages: 18+)

Buckle your seatbelts for Challenge Island’s action-packed Amusement Park Island! Join a STEAM team then create together thrill rides galore at exciting destinations like Roller Coaster Cliff, Zipline Zone and Spinning Waters.

Amusement Park Island promises to be the hottest ticket around!

Complete a different series of simple, effective exercises anyone can do each session! Learn a new 45-minute strength workout each week that you can also do at home throughout the week. Bring a yoga mat and five-pound or heavier weights.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 2 $60 (NR: $68)

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $23 (NR: $25)

Begins: Sep. 7 • 5-6:30 p.m.

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Begins: Sep. 7 • 6-7 p.m.

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LEGO Robot Building and Programming (Ages: 5-12) Learn all you need to know to build and program epic robots! Focus on building and programming robots using LEGO Robots, coding them to accomplish exciting tasks like BattleBot and Jousting tournaments to win prizes.

No experience necessary. Bring a lunch and eat with friends while watching LEGO Robot Wars. Optional: purchase an Arduino LEGO Robot used during class.

Wks: 1 • Classes: 3 • Days: Wed., Thu., Fri. Kingston Center Room 4 $200 (NR: $215) Begins: Aug. 3 • 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

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Yoga (Ages: 18+) Learn to relax the body and calm the mind. Melt away tension and stress by combining Hatha yoga posture

Program details subject to change to reduce community health risks from COVID-19.

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with breathing techniques and deep relaxation. Wear loose, comfortable clothing, bring a towel or mat and come with an empty stomach.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $22 (NR: $24) Begins: Aug. 2 • 6-7 p.m.

Act. #: 3032208_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $22 (NR: $24) Begins: Sep. 6 • 6-7 p.m.

Act. #: 3032209_01 Dying Silk Scarves with Natural Dyes (Ages: 18+) Experiment with purple and blue dyes on silk then go home with a hand-dyed scarf decorated in beautiful deep ocean tones.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Gantz Farmhouse $27 (NR: $30) Aug. 4 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Act. #: 3042208_01 Herb Sachets and Scented Bags (Ages: 18+) Use herbs and flowers to make a dryer bag, a moth repellent sachet, a scented drawer bag and a pet bed refresher.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Mon. Gantz Farmhouse $16 (NR: $19) Aug. 22 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Act. #: 3042208_02 Hot Spice Pads (Ages: 18+) Get ready for the cooler days of fall when you start curling up with a mug of hot tea. What better way to add to your enjoyment than having a spicefilled hot mug pad to set it on? Heat from the mug activates the scent of the spices. Fill four mug pads to take home, so invite a friend or neighbor over to take tea with you.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Gantz Farmhouse $12 (NR: $15) Sep. 6 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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Painted Canvas (Ages: 18+) Take time for yourself to be creative following step-by-step instructions to paint on an 11x14 or 14x14 canvas using brushes and pallet knives to add layers of acrylic paint and texture. Paint a different subject each session. All supplies are provided in this class that encourages learning and fun. Bring a smock or apron to protect clothing.

Painted Canvas: Farm Themed Painting (Ages: 18+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Classroom $30 (NR: $35) Aug. 11 • 6-8 p.m.

Act. #: 3042208_03 Painted Canvas: Abstract Painting (Ages: 18+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Classroom $30 (NR: $35) Aug. 25 • 6-8 p.m.

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Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 $60 (NR: $65) Begins: Aug. 1 • 6-7 p.m.

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Karate: Beginners Painted Canvas: Landscape Painting Kingston Center Room 3 (Ages: 18+) $60 (NR: $65) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Begins: Aug. 3 • 6-7 p.m.

Evans Center Classroom Act. #: 3062208_02 $30 (NR: $35) Karate: Advanced Sep. 8 • 6-8 p.m.

(Ages: 8+) Act. #: 3042209_02 Painted Canvas: Floral Painting (Ages: 18+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Classroom $30 (NR: $35) Sep. 22 • 6-8 p.m.

Act. #: 3042209_03 Karate: Beginners (Ages: 8+) Build concentration and confidence with an emphasis on martial arts philosophy while learning karate basics, movement drills, kata (form) and non-contact sparring.

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Deepen levels of concentration and confidence while emphasizing martial arts philosophy and learning more advanced movements, drills, kata (form) and non-contact sparring.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 $60 (NR: $65) Begins: Aug. 1 • 7-8 p.m.

No class Sep. 5 (Mon.) Act. #: 3062208_03 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $60 (NR: $65) Begins: Aug. 3 • 7-8 p.m.

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Gramma’s End-of-season Pickles (Ages: 18+) Sweet and crunchy or spicy and hot, end-of-season pickles use up the last of the glorious garden produce to make a tasty sandwich topper, salad enhancer or relish tray standout. A mix of vegetables doused in sweet or spicy brine is ready to eat in just a few days.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Mon. Gantz Farmhouse $15 (NR: $18) Sep. 12 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Act. #: 3072209_01 Squash Your Autumn Menu (Ages: 18+) Quash your hunger with SQUASH! Learn about the different types of squash and the best preparation methods, then incorporate them into your autumn menus. Squash is low in calories, packed full of nutrients and can add variety and color to your meals.

Enjoy samples and take home recipes.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse $25 (NR: $28) Sep. 21 • 6:30-8 p.m.

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Adding Fragrance to Your Daily Life (Ages: 18+) New class! Take a journey through the world of fragrance. Use essential oils to make wax melts, a car fragrance disc, some scented beads and a room spray, and learn many tips on adding fragrance to your daily life.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Classroom $16 (NR: $19) Sep. 20 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Act. #: 3092209_01 Basil Fest at Gantz (Ages: 18+) Calling all basil lovers! Come to a tasting party and try all the basil varieties grown in the Gantz herb garden. Use your favorites to make basil syrup (think basil mojito), pesto and basil salt.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Gantz Farmhouse $15 (NR: $18) Aug. 16 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Act. #: 3092208_01 Autumn Craft Bazaar: Seeking Vendors (Ages: 18+) Reserve an eight-foot table and two chairs to sell or promote your products for our event on Saturday, Oct. 15.

Reservations begin Sep. 1. Space is limited and all reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t wait! Stop in the Evans Center for an application.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Sat. Evans Center $25 per table Oct. 15 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Act. #: 5952210_01 $25 per table.

55+ Senior Fun Day (Ages: 55+) Join us to celebrate National Senior Citizen Day as the Evans Center shows appreciation for your dedication, accomplishments and services you have given throughout your lives.

Your wealth of knowledge, skill and experience offer so much to the next generation. Let’s celebrate you! Come enjoy a day of fun filled with games, prizes and food.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Mon. Evans Center Auditorium Free Aug. 22 • 9 a.m.-Noon Act. #: 4082208_02 Tailgate Party (Ages: 55+) Kick off the college football season with a tailgate party at the Evans Center, watching two teams from the buckeye state battle it out in an iconic stadium on the big screen with friends and good food. Party time based on game time.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Sat. Evans Center Multipurpose Room $10 (NR: $10) Sep. 17 • Based on game time Act. #: 4082209_03 Pancake Breakfast (Ages: 55+) Rise and shine, early risers. Come to the Evans Center on a beautiful summer morning for a pancake breakfast and coffee with the staff.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sep. 9 • 9-10:30 a.m.

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Senior Living Expo (Ages: 55+) Grove City is one of the fastest growing communities for senior citizens. Learn about the senior living facilities by speaking directly with representatives from several facilities and communities.

Ask questions, gather information and see examples of what they have to offer here in our home town.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sep. 23 • 9 a.m.-Noon Act. #: 4082209_02 Lite Line Dance (Ages: 55+) Are you a first-time dancer who wants to learn the basic steps and techniques of line dancing? This introductory class is for you! Also great for those looking to enjoy easy line dances at a gentle pace.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $20 (NR: $20) Begins: Aug. 3 • 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Act. #: 4022208_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $20 (NR: $20) Begins: Sep. 7 • 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Act. #: 4022209_01 Chair Exercise (Ages: 55+) This video-based program provides a group exercise experience for social interaction and motivation to get you moving! Seated fitness routines offer people with mobility, endurance and balance issues a way to lower blood pressure and to increase stamina, muscle tone, flexibility, coordination and a sense of well-being through lowimpact workouts.

Wks: 5 • Classes: 9 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium Free Begins: Aug. 2 • 10-11 a.m.

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Wks: 4 • Classes: 8 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium Free Begins: Sep. 6 • 10-11 a.m.

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elliptical machines, treadmills, NuSteps, recumbent and upright bikes, hydraulic weight machines and free weights.

Are you a more physically active Yang-style tai chi creates a peaceful mental Registration is required; participants senior looking to increase strength, space and builds a calm balancing energy are assigned a time slot. Contact the gain flexibility and range of motion, that fosters positivity and confidence.

Evans Center for available times. produce better mobility and gait, The slow, mindful movements leave you Wks: 4 • Classes: 23 • Days: Mon.-Fri. and improve balance? This group feeling energized and more physically and Evans Center Fitness Room class offers low-impact aerobics with mentally flexible. $15 (NR: $15) a warm-up session, aerobic exercise, Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Begins: Aug. 1 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. progressive resistance strength Evans Center Auditorium Act. #: 4032208_01 training (weightlifting), and a cool $18 (NR: $18) down and stretching session. Stay Wks: 5 • Classes: 20 • Days: Mon.-Fri. active and moving in a fun, motivating, Begins: Aug. 2 • 10-11 a.m.

Evans Center Fitness Room comradery-based atmosphere. Bring an Act. #: 4032208_06 $15 (NR: $15) exercise mat and hand weights.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Begins: Sep. 1 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Evans Center Auditorium Wks: 5 • Classes: 9 • Days: Mon., Wed. No class Sep. 5 (Mon.) $18 (NR: $18) Evans Center Auditorium Act. #: 4032209_01 $15 (NR: $15) Begins: Sep. 6 • 10-11 a.m.

Act. #: 4032209_06 Bead Artwork Begins: Aug. 1 • 9-10 a.m.

(Ages: 55+) No class Aug. 22 (Mon.) Chair Volleyball Act. #: 4032208_04 Beads are versatile and make the (Ages: 55+) perfect material for crafting projects.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 7 • Days: Mon., Wed. Indoor chair volleyball promotes Come prepared for crafting on another Evans Center Auditorium physical wellness, social interaction, level: add loads of fun and personality $15 (NR: $15) competition and, most of all, lots of as you create a variety of handcrafted Begins: Sep. 7 • 9-10 a.m. laughs. Reduce stress while boosting items perfect for sharing. Purchase kits Act. #: 4032209_04 self-esteem and confidence as you separately. meet new people, strengthen upperWks: 5 • Classes: 5 • Day: Mon. Senior Yoga body mobility and have fun while Evans Center Classroom (Ages: 55+) staying seated. Game is played with Free Move through yoga poses designed a light-weight beach ball and net.

Begins: Aug. 1 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m. to increase flexibility, balance and Registration required.

Act. #: 4042208_01 range of movement while enjoying Wks: 5 • Classes: 10 • Days: Mon., Wed. restorative breathing exercises that Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Mon. Evans Center Auditorium promote stress reduction and mental Evans Center Classroom Free clarity.

Free Begins: Aug. 1 • 1-2 p.m.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Begins: Sep. 12 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

No class Aug. 22 (Mon.) Evans Center Auditorium Act. #: 4042209_01 Act. #: 4032208_02 $15 (NR: $15) Wks: 4 • Classes: 7 • Days: Mon., Wed. Open Art Studio Begins: Aug. 4 • 11 a.m.-Noon Evans Center Auditorium (Ages: 55+) Act. #: 4032208_05 Free You provide the artistry, we provide Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Begins: Sep. 7 • 1-2 p.m. the space. Create original artwork Evans Center Auditorium Act. #: 4032209_02 using pastel, paint, watercolor, pencil, $15 (NR: $15) charcoal, colored pencil or other Begins: Sep. 1 • 11 a.m.-Noon Fitness Room medium. Bring your own supplies. All Act. #: 4032209_05 (Ages: 55+) skill levels welcome! This is self-guided.

Do not let life events and setbacks Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Fri. keep you from being active! Use the Evans Center Classroom Evans Center fitness room to make Free physical activity a regular part of your Begins: Aug. 5 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m. life. Exercise at your own pace using Act. #: 4042208_02 Senior Exercise (Ages: 55+)

Registration

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Tai Chi (Ages: 55+)

Program details subject to change to reduce community health risks from COVID-19.

Wks: 5 • Classes: 5 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Classroom Free Begins: Sep. 2 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Bingo (Ages: 55+) Experience this classic game of chance competing against other players to be the first with a winning arrangement for the prize. Play different patterns like classic, letter X, letter T, postage stamp and full card. Bring your quarters! Each game is $.25 per card.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Begins: Aug. 4 • 1-2:30 p.m.

Act. #: 4082208_01 Wks: 5 • Classes: 5 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Begins: Sep. 1 • 1-2:30 p.m.

Act. #: 4082209_01 Computer Lab (Ages: 55+) The Evans Center has several desktop computers available for use.

Evans Center Free Movie Fun (Ages: 55+) Immerse yourself in the scent of fresh popcorn, the darkness illuminated by the flicker of a film, and the emotion of the surrounding crowd reacting to the on-screen events. The shared experience changes the way you see the movie, and spurs conversation and analysis. Join us for movie days in our own “theater.” Registration required.

Movie Fun: Hidden Figures (Ages: 55+) (2016; PG) Follow the trials and achievements of three AfricanAmerican female mathematicians as they work within NASA to help send an American into orbit in 1960s.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Aug. 5 • 1-3 p.m.

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Alzheimer’s Support Group (Ages: 18+) Everyday challenges faced by those dealing with Alzheimer’s and related diseases can be overwhelming. If someone you care about suffers from Alzheimer’s or related dementia disease, help them and yourself.

This group provides caregivers the opportunity to share experiences and receive support, fostering a sense of belonging through interactions among those facing similar challenges.

Day: 3rd Tue. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free 3rd Tuesdays • 7 p.m.

Drop in Loss Support (Ages: 55+) There is no normal way to experience grief. While you may be tempted to isolate yourself, it can be healthy to lean on others for support. Interacting with friends, family and support groups can be helpful when you feel low

or overwhelmed. Meet with others with similar experiences and join in discussions or just listen.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Classroom Free Aug. 10 • 10-11 a.m.

Act. #: 4112208_04 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sep. 14 • 10-11 a.m.

Act. #: 4112209_04 S.A.L.T.: Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (Ages: 55+) The Grove City Division of Police wants to be a resource and advocate for elderly citizens in our community.

Seniors are often targeted for crimes, due to high levels of trust and other vulnerabilities. The goal of S.A.L.T. is to raise awareness and share prevention tips to lessen the chance of being victimized, while providing an opportunity to report neighborhood concerns or just ask questions. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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Day: 2nd Tue. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Aug. 9 • 1 p.m.

Drop in Day: 2nd Tue. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sep. 13 • 1 p.m.

Drop in LifeCare Alliance Lunch Program (Ages: 60+) Seniors 60 and older can enjoy a nutritious lunch twice weekly at the Evans Center. There are no financial restrictions.

Days: Tue., Thu. Evans Center Cafeteria Twice weekly • 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Call 614-277-1067 one week in advance and leave a message to reserve a meal.

Nutrition 101 (Ages: 55+) What should I eat? If you ask yourself this question regularly, check out this FREE basic nutrition class! Learn which foods are healthy choices and how to include them in your daily eating pattern. Sample provided food to taste how healthy meets delicious!

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Aug. 17 • 11 a.m.-Noon Act. #: 4112208_01 Diabetes Education (Ages: 55+) Discover what happens inside your body when you have diabetes, gain understanding of how food impacts blood sugar and learn the optimal diet for diabetes management in this FREE introductory class! Sample delicious, diabetic-friendly food.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sep. 14 • 11 a.m.-Noon Act. #: 4112209_01

Lunch & Learn: Healthy Choices (Ages: 55+) Want to live a healthy lifestyle, but do not know where to start? Join us to learn some tips on healthy eating, being social and how to ask for help.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sep. 28 • 11 a.m.-Noon Act. #: 4112209_03 Medicare Education: Medicare Options Ice Cream Social (Ages: 55+) During this educational event, review options for Medicare and hear explanations on how the different parts of Medicare work together to provide the coverage you need. Dan Schrader is available to answer questions at no cost or obligation to you!

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Classroom Free Aug. 10 • 11 a.m.-Noon Act. #: 4112208_02

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Medicare Education: 4 Buckets of Medicare (Ages: 55+) Ever wonder why exactly you pay into Medicare? Learn about four buckets of care covered by Medicare. Lunch provided.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Classroom Free Aug. 31 • 11 a.m.-Noon Act. #: 4112208_03 Medicare Education: OSHIIP (Ages: 55+) Are you on Medicare and looking for objective information about open enrollment? Get tips on selecting a 23 Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage plan and see if you qualify to save an average of $5,000 on your prescriptions. OSHIIP is a program of the Ohio Department of Insurance and does not sell or recommend insurance products.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sep. 21 • 11 a.m.-Noon Act. #: 4112209_02

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Summertime Hop (Ages: 55+) Grove City is a hopping place for senior living! Join us as we go from one senior living community to another to see what they have to offer. Enjoy breakfast, snacks or games at each stop.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Mon. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Aug. 8 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Act. #: 4122208_10 Eldorado Casino (Ages: 55+) Back by popular demand! Try your luck at the slots and enjoy lunch at the café or Brew Brothers (on your own).

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Aug. 18 • 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Act. #: 4122208_02 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Sep. 22 • 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Act. #: 4122209_02 Grove City Brewing & Plum Run Winery Tour (Ages: 55+) Go on a behind-the-scenes tour to see the crafting of wine and beer made right here in our home town. Enjoy a wonderful lunch from their delicious menu before the tour (on your own).

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Aug. 12 • 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

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Dining Trips Ready to enjoy time away with others for conversations over a good meal at popular regional dining destinations?

Hop on the Evans Center bus to enjoy door-to-door drop-off and pickup service at the door.

Breakfast Club: Perkins Restaurant (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Aug. 2 • 9 a.m.-Noon Act. #: 4122208_05 Breakfast Club: Sunny Street Cafe (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Sep. 6 • 9 a.m.-Noon Act. #: 4122209_05 Lunch Bunch: Firebirds Woodfire Grill (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Aug. 16 • 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Act. #: 4122208_06 Lunch Bunch: Rafters Restaurant (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Aug. 25 • 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Act. #: 4122208_07 Lunch Bunch: Tres Potrillos (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5)

Supper Club: Red Lobster (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Aug. 11 • 4-7 p.m.

Act. #: 4122208_08 Supper Club: Matt & Tony’s (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Aug. 30 • 4-7 p.m.

Act. #: 4122208_09 Supper Club: The Nutcracker (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Sep. 13 • 4-7 p.m.

Act. #: 4122209_08 Supper Club: Outback Steakhouse (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Sep. 29 • 4-7 p.m.

Act. #: 4122209_09 Shopping & Lunch: Easton/ Cheesecake Factory (Ages: 55+) Shop till you drop at one of central Ohio’s most popular retail destinations and enjoy a meal (on your own) at the famed Cheesecake Factory.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Aug. 19 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Sep. 8 • 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Act. #: 4122209_06 Lunch Bunch: J Alexander (Ages: 55+)

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Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Sep. 20 • 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

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Snooty Fox (Ages: 55+) The Snooty Fox Consignment Shops in Cincinnati offer discounted shopping with plentiful choices of gently used designer clothing from thousands of consignors. Find stylish furniture, decorative items, jewelry, handbags and other accessories. Includes morning drinks, snacks and boxed lunches with dessert.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Departs the Evans Center $30 (NR: $30) Sep. 15 • 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m.

Act. #: 4122209_04 Veterans Memorial Museum (Ages: 55+) Only one museum in America honors ALL veterans including every branch of service and from all eras of our nation’s proud history of military service, during peace and war. The National Veterans Memorial and Museum is a powerful and personal experience designed to give a voice to every man and woman who answered the call for our country.

Neither a war memorial nor a military museum, this destination takes visitors Autumn Craft Bazaar: Seeking on a narrative journey of individual Vendors stories and shared experiences (Ages: 18+) throughout history. Veterans enter for free.

Reserve an eight-foot table and two chairs to sell or promote your products Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. for our event on Saturday, Oct. 15.

Departs the Evans Center Reservations begin Sep. 1. Space is $17 (NR: $17) limited and all reservations are on a Sep. 9 • 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. first-come, first-served basis, so don’t Act. #: 4122209_03 wait! Stop in the Evans Center for an application.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Sat. Evans Center $25 per table Oct. 15 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Act. #: 5952210_01 Senior Club Membership (Ages: 55+) Gather with other senior club members for fellowship! Membership in the club is just $5 for residents and $10 for nonresidents.

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Senior Club Meeting (Ages: 55+) Join us every other month for a Senior Club meeting to interact with other dedicated seniors.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Mon. Evans Center Cafeteria Free Aug. 3 • 12:30 p.m.

Talks with Tammy (Ages: 55+) Meet with Tammy Jefferson to ask questions about Evans Center-related activities.

Day: 1st Mon. Evans Center Free Noon

$5 (NR: $10)

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Grove City Parks and Recreation offers five easy methods to register for classes. Registration forms are available for download online at GroveCityOhio.gov or pick up at the Kingston Center or the Evans Center.

ONLINE registration is available at GroveCityOhio.gov for most Parks and Recreation offerings, providing 24-hour access to our exciting array of options for all ages.

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WALK-IN registration is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the Kingston Center, 3226 Kingston Ave., for preschool, youth and adult classes, and at the Evans Center, 4330 Dudley Ave., for 55+ offerings.

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Registration by PHONE is accepted via Visa, Discover or MasterCard only, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call the Evans Center, 614-277-1060, for 55+ classes, and the Kingston Center, 614-277-3050, for all others.

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Use the silver DROP BOX located on the parking lot side of the Kingston Center for afterhours registration. The box is opened at 8 a.m. each business day; registrations placed in the box after 8 a.m. are processed the next business day.

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MAIL your payment and completed registration form to: Grove City Parks and Recreation Department, Kingston Center, 3226 Kingston Ave., Grove City, OH 43123

Payment Methods • Cash or Money Order • Checks made payable to: City of Grove City. A customer with a returned check is assessed a $25 fee.

Any customer with two returned checks within 12 months must pay all subsequent fees by cash or money order.

• Credit Card: MasterCard, Discover or Visa only Confirmation Once you have registered for a class, no other confirmations are made unless a change is made in the program details. It is the responsibility of the participant to be present on the date and time listed.

Cancellations/Credit Registered participants may cancel from a program, but it is that participant’s responsibility to contact the Parks and Recreation Department. A credit is made to the participant’s account if a request is made in writing prior to the start of the program. To receive a full refund for sports, the request must be made before uniforms are ordered.

Class/Event Cancellation All classes and events are subject to change or cancellation based on participation and instructor availability.

A staff member will notify all registered class participants as changes occur.

Photos and Videos The City of Grove City reserves the right to photograph or record event and program participants for publicity purposes. Images may be used in catalogs, brochures, magazines, ads or other print or electronic public relations efforts (i.e., website, social media).

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and events offered by the City of Grove City. To qualify as a resident, a person must live or work in Grove City or Jackson Township. This does not include all of ZIP code 43123; ZIP codes are used by the U.S. Postal Service to designate the office that delivers mail to an address.

Visit FranklinCountyAuditor.com to check your address. Grove City parcel IDs start with 040; unincorporated Jackson Township with 160.

Through the City of Grove City Fair Share Policy, non-residents who pay income tax to the City of Grove City are eligible to participate at resident rates. To be eligible, non-residents must annually provide proof of employment on company letterhead with the signature of the personnel director or a current pay stub showing the employer’s address.

Equal Opportunities and Special Populations The Grove City Parks and Recreation Department is committed to serving the whole community. All persons regardless of age, sex, race, color, national origin or religion are encouraged to participate. Our goal is also to include individuals with special needs in our existing programs based on their need and ability. Groups or individuals serving special populations are welcome to contact the department to make program arrangements.

The City of Grove City does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to its programs or activities. An ADA Coordinator has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Department of Justice regulations implementing Subtitle A of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq.), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability by public agencies. The ADA Coordinator can be contacted at 614-277-3050. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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Grove City Parks and Recreation Shelter Rentals

Windsor and Gantz parks feature shelters large enough for gatherings available to the public year-round, dawn to dusk, and are open for walk-up usage if not already reserved. Reservations for April through December 2022 begin Tuesday, Jan. 18. All other shelters and gazebos are accessible on a first-come basis and are not reservable. The Eagle Pavilion in Fryer Park has separate policies from open shelters; there is no walk-up usage. For more information, call 614-277-3050 or visit GroveCityOhio.gov and select Park Rentals from the Parks and Recreation menu.

WINDSOR PARK LARGE SHELTER

GANTZ PARK LARGE SHELTER

GANTZ PARK SMALL SHELTER

Size Picnic Tables Electricity

Size Picnic Tables Electricity

Size Picnic Tables Electricity

1,500 square feet 18 With key ($25 deposit)

Rental Times & Fees

11 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-8 p.m.: $45 ($60 NR) Full Day (11 a.m.-8 p.m.): $75 ($105 NR)

1,800 square feet 18 With key ($25 deposit)

Rental Times & Fees

11 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-8 p.m.: $55 ($70 NR) Full Day (11 a.m.-8 p.m.): $95 ($125 NR)

850 square feet 6 With key ($25 deposit)

Rental Times & Fees

11 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-8 p.m.: $45 ($60 NR) Full Day (11 a.m.-8 p.m.): $75 ($105 NR)

Outdoor Shelter Reminders:

WINDSOR PARK BASEBALL FOR ALL/DREAM FIELD SHELTER Size 1,500 square feet Picnic Tables 8 Electricity With key ($25 deposit) Rental Times & Fees 11 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-8 p.m.: $45 ($60 NR) Full Day (11 a.m.-8 p.m.): $75 ($105 NR)

GANTZ PARK GAZEBO Size Picnic Tables Electricity

500 square feet 0 With key ($25 deposit)

Rental Times & Fees

11 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-8 p.m.: $45 ($60 NR) Full Day (11 a.m.-8 p.m.): $75 ($105 NR)

FRYER PARK EAGLE PAVILION (ALL SEASON) Size Amenities Utilities

2,500 square feet Serving kitchen, restrooms, round tables and chairs Electricity, plumbing

Rental Times & Fees

Damage deposit (refundable): $150 8 a.m.-noon, 1-5 p.m. or 6-10 p.m.: $200 Any two time blocks: $400 Full Day (8 a.m.-10 p.m.): $550 Pavilion may only be rented by residents. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

• Refunds only granted 30+ days before reservation date.

• Water fountains/flushing toilets are seasonal (April 15-Oct. 15).

• Electricity is available using a key; requires a $25 refundable deposit.

• Reservations have priority. Shelters are first-come, first-served if not rented.

• Shelters are cleaned early each morning. Be prepared in case others have left messes.

• Tobacco products, alcohol use/ impairment and weapons are prohibited.

• All park laws apply; see Grove City Code Chapter 903.

Parks with Walk-up Shelters • • • • • •

Blodwen Creed-Lawless Creekside Fryer Indian Trails Keller Farms

• Meadowgrove • Scioto Meadows • Swearingen • Westgrove • Windsor

Reservations for rentable shelters for 2022 are open now!

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GROVE CITY PARKS AND RECREATION 3226 Kingston Ave., Grove City 43123 | Office: 614-277-3050 | Parks.GroveCityOhio.gov | E Q @GroveCityParks 283 acres of parkland in more than 20 community, neighborhood and pocket parks

Nearly 30 miles of paved multi-use paths for walking, running, biking and skating

Amenities including off-leash dog areas, pickleball and tennis courts, and a skate park

Reservable and walk-up shelters and playgrounds in a variety of sizes and locations

Cultural sites including an herb garden, a historic village and museum

SCIOTO GROVE METRO PARK 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City 43123 | Office: 614-949-1078 | metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/scioto-grove | D E Q P @cbusmetroparks

620 acres along the Scioto River with mature forests and scenic bluffs

7+ miles of trails including ones friendly to pets and backpacking

Access to the Scioto River for canoing, kayaking, fishing and bird watching

Multiple shelters, tables and grills and a playground in 2 picnic areas

Amenities include archery range, disc golf course and drone flying zone

The Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system serves central Ohio through organized and self-guided opportunities to enjoy the natural world. Try free, drop-in Outdoor Adventure Programs at Scioto Grove Metro Park; visit bit.ly/FCMprograms.

Try It! Archery (Ages: 8+) Tue., Aug. 9 • 5-7 p.m.

Try your hand at shooting a compound bow. Equipment and instruction provided.

Try It! S.U.P. (Ages: 10+) Sat., Aug. 27 • 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Explore the pond from a standup paddle board. Equipment and instruction provided.

Pie Iron Cooking Thu., Sep. 15 • 6-8 p.m.

Pie irons? Pudgy pies? Toastie irons?

Whatever you called them growing up, or if they are new to you, join us to make recipes and learn tips and tricks.

SOUTHWEST FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 3378-B Park St., Grove City 43123 | Office: 614-277-3061 | GroveCityOhHistory.org | E Q @GroveCityHistory

Century Village, a historic village featuring a blacksmith shop, log home, out buildings, railway station and one-room schoolhouse, is a cooperative effort with Grove City

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Tours of historic buildings in Grove City by appointment and during open houses

Living history events and open houses at Century Village

Learn about local history through self-guided tours of the Town Center and beyond

www.GroveCityOhio.gov