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The GUIDE PARKS AND RECRE ATION OFFERINGS F E B./M A R . 2022 Online, phone and office registration begins Monday, Jan. 10

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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.

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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.

Friday PlaySchool (Ages: 3-4½)

Children gain independence and confidence while learning to work and play with others in a child-centered classroom setting. Activities each week include creative art, sensory Sept.-May • Classes: 8 • Days: Mon., Wed. exploration, social play and singing at Gantz Barn, Upstairs circle time.

Morning and afternoon options Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Fri. Call Michele Demmy, 614-871-6330, Gantz Barn, Upstairs for information. $52 (NR: $60) 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 • Classes: 4 • Day: Fri. Gantz Barn, Upstairs Begins: Feb. 1 • Morning options Call Michele Demmy, 614-871-6330, for information.

Begins: Feb. 4 • 12:20-1:30 p.m.

Activity #: 1082202_01 Parent & Tot Gymnastics (Age: 2 with adult) Toddlers learn foundation gymnastics skills for vault, bars, beam and floor to use and build upon in future gymnastics classes and other athletics.

Children work on basic skills to practice balance, coordination, flexibility and strength.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Feb. 1 • 5-5:30 p.m.

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

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Feb. 3 • 5:30-6 p.m.

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Gymnastics (Ages: 3-4) Boys and girls learn foundation gymnastics skills for vault, bars, beam and floor to use and build upon for all future gymnastics and other athletic pursuits. They work on basic skills to practice balance, coordination, flexibility and strength.

Gymnastics (Age: 3) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Feb. 1 • 5:30-6 p.m.

Activity #: 1012202_03 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Feb. 1 • 6:30-7 p.m.

Activity #: 1012202_05 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Feb. 3 • 5-5:30 p.m.

Activity #: 1012202_07

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Gymnastics (Age: 4) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Feb. 1 • 7-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 1012202_06 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Feb. 1 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 1012202_04 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Feb. 3 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 1012202_09 Gymnastics: Parkour (Ages: 4-5) Youth learn the basics of jumping, climbing and rolling and using obstacles, mats and blocks. They gain strength, coordination and stamina while learning to safely perform skills.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $65 (NR: $70) Begins: Jan. 31 • 4:30-5:15 p.m.

No class Feb. 21 (Mon.) Activity #: 1012202_01 Baby Ballet (Ages: 3-4)

Modern Dance (Ages: 3-4)

JumpBunch (Ages: 18-36 months)

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. Experienced instructor Lindsay Maynard leads.

New dancers are introduced to Modern Dance the fundamentals of ballet while (Age: 3) developing coordination, balance and grace. Ballet shoes or soft-soled slippers Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. needed. Tami Kelly instructs. Child must Kingston Center Room 4 $48 (NR: $53) be toilet trained.

Begins: Feb. 3 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Wks: 7 • Classes: 7 • Day: Wed. Activity #: 1022202_02 Kingston Center Room 4 $77 (NR: $85) Modern Dance Begins: Feb. 2 • 5:15-5:45 p.m.

(Age: 4) Activity #: 1022202_01 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 4 $48 (NR: $53)

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Begins: Feb. 3 • 6:35-7:05 p.m.

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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: 18-24 months) Wks: 7 • Classes: 7 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $70 (NR: $78) Begins: Feb. 2 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 1032202_01 JumpBunch (Ages: 2) Wks: 7 • Classes: 7 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $70 (NR: $78) Begins: Feb. 2 • 6:30-7 p.m.

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Sporties for Shorties (Ages: 3-5)

KinderMusik (Ages: 1-5 with Adult)

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: 7 • Classes: 7 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $70 (NR: $78) Begins: Feb. 2 • 7-7:45 p.m.

Activity #: 1032202_03 Mini Soccer Stars (Ages: 3-5) Beginning soccer players learn fundamentals through fun, ageappropriate games and activities. Bally Sports coaches focus on the basics of dribbling, passing, scoring, and the concept of game play, emphasizing sportsmanship in a positive, encouraging atmosphere. Children learn soccer while being physically active through developmentally appropriate instruction and recreational game play each week.

Includes team shirt. Contact: Abally@ ballysportsgroup.com or 614-505-6532.

Mini Soccer Stars (Ages: 3-4½) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Westgrove Park $75 Begins: Apr. 6 • 5-6 p.m.

Register at bit.ly/BallySoccerGC Mini Soccer Stars (Ages: 4½-5) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Westgrove Park $75

Music supports cognitive, social, physical and musical whole-child development. Each child with one caring adult join Stephanie Dille of Groove City Kids Music, for interactive musical experiences playing instruments, singing and dancing for learning, health and joy!

KinderMusik (Ages: 1-3 with Adult) Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $62 (NR: $70) Begins: Feb. 3 • 9:30-10 a.m.

Activity #: 1082202_02 KinderMusik (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $62 (NR: $70) Begins: Feb. 3 • 10:15-11 a.m.

Activity #: 1082202_03 KinderMusik (Ages: 1-3 with Adult) Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $62 (NR: $70) Begins: March 3 • 9:30-10 a.m.

Activity #: 1082203_02 KinderMusik (Ages: 3-5 with Adult) Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $62 (NR: $70) Begins: March 3 • 10:15-11 a.m.

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Begins: Apr. 6 • 6-7 p.m.

Register at bit.ly/BallySoccerGC

Options for 4 year olds:

Youth P.A.R.K. (Grades K-4) Programmed After-school Recreation for Kids is committed to providing a safe, secure, enriching and affordable place to be after school. This schoolage childcare program offers daily after-school activities for children in kindergarten through grade four staffed by qualified childcare providers at each site. P.A.R.K. operates in the school gymnasiums every day the South-Western City School District (SWCSD) is in session. The program is designed for, but not limited to, children of working parents. P.A.R.K. provides planned cooperative games, outrageous play, fitness, indoor and outdoor activities, free art, specialinterest and free-choice activities and much more. Please pack a nutritious snack daily.

School Year SWCSD Sites $190 per month School Days • 2:30-6 p.m.

Activity #: 2982202_01 Before School P.A.R.K. Elementary (Grades K-4) Before-school P.A.R.K. creates a safe, fun environment in the morning hours before school starts for students of Buckeye Woods, Highland Park, J.C. Sommer, Monterey and Richard Avenue elementaries. 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; J.C. Sommer elementary students walk to school with P.A.R.K. staff.

School Year Kingston Center Room 2 $98 per month School Days • 6-8 a.m.

Activity #: 2982202_06

Peewee Karate classes are open to ages 4-7.

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

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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 Year Kingston Center Room 4 $110 per month School Days • 6-9 a.m.

Activity #: 2982202_07 Little League® Baseball Registration (Ages: 5-17) Grove City Parks and Recreation offers a baseball program for boys and girls ages 5-17 that teaches basic skills, sportsmanship, teamwork and enjoyment of the game. Our goal is to make the experience pleasurable for all children, parents and coaches. Be prepared to provide full payment fee, uniform size, parent/guardian signature on registration form, name and phone number for an emergency contact, and participant’s birth certificate if participating in the baseball program for the first time. Proof of residency required to receive resident fee rate.

Visit bit.ly/gcLLball for details.

T-ball, Minor 6 & Minor 7-8 (Ages: 5-8) 10 games Windsor Park $70 (NR: $80) Practice starts: April 4; Games start: April 30 Register during February online at bit.ly/gcpReg or in person in the Kingston Center.

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Minor 9, Minor 10, Major, Junior & Big (Ages: 9-17) 10 games Windsor Park $100 (NR: $110) Practice starts: April 4; Games start: April 30 Register during February online at bit.ly/gcpReg or in person in the Kingston Center.

Gymnastics (Ages: 5-9) Practice foundation gymnastics skills and begin building on that foundation to increase skill level using vault, bars, beam and floor. Prepare for future gymnastics and athletic pursuits while developing balance, coordination, flexibility and strength.

Gymnastics (Ages: 5-6) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Feb. 1 • 7:30-8 p.m.

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Gymnastics: Parkour (Ages: 6-10) 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. Now a 45-minute class.

Parkour (Ages: 6-7) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $65 (NR: $70) Begins: Jan. 31 • 5:15-6 p.m.

No class Feb. 21 (Mon.) Activity #: 2012202_01 Parkour (Ages: 7-9) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $65 (NR: $70) Begins: Jan. 31 • 6:45-7:30 p.m.

No class Feb. 21 (Mon.) Activity #: 2012202_03 Parkour (Ages: 8-9)

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53)

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $65 (NR: $70)

Begins: Feb. 3 • 6:30-7 p.m.

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Begins: Jan. 31 • 6-6:45 p.m.

No class Feb. 21 (Mon.) Activity #: 2012202_02

Gymnastics (Ages: 7-9) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Feb. 3 • 7-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2012202_07

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

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

Parkour (Ages: 10) Wks: 7 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $65 (NR: $70) Begins: Jan. 31 • 7:30-8:15 p.m.

No class Feb. 21 (Mon.) Activity #: 2012202_04

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

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Princess Ballet (Ages: 5-7) New dancers are introduced to the fundamentals of ballet while developing coordination, balance and grace. Ballet shoes or soft-soled slippers needed. Tami Kelly instructs.

Wks: 7 • Classes: 7 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 4 $77 (NR: $85) Begins: Feb. 2 • 5:45-6:15 p.m.

Activity #: 2022202_01 Ballet Basics (Ages: 8-12) Slightly older children just getting started are introduced to ballet fundamentals, developing coordination, balance and grace. Ballet shoes or soft-soled slippers needed.

Tami Kelly instructs.

Wks: 7 • Classes: 7 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 4 $77 (NR: $85) Begins: Feb. 2 • 6:15-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2022202_02 Modern Dance (Ages: 5-10) 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. Experienced instructor Lindsay Maynard leads.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 4 $53 (NR: $58) Begins: Feb. 3 • 7:10-7:55 p.m.

Activity #: 2022202_03 Big Art (Ages: 5-8)

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $50 (NR: $55) Begins: March 1 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2042203_08 Art Workshop (Ages: 9-13) Learn and create artwork while combining and practicing techniques of famous artists such as sketching, painting, collage and more. Complete a project each week with provided art supplies. Dress to get messy/bring a smock.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $60 (NR: $68) Begins: March 1 • 7-7:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2042203_09 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $60 (NR: $68) Begins: Feb. 1 • 7-7:45 p.m.

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Cover a variety of styles and techniques while focusing on the process, using Love Is in the Air quality materials and supplies found (Ages: 5-10) in art studios like pastels, watercolors, acrylics and more. Take home a finished Make hot-air balloon art featuring a piece each class. Art supplies furnished. 3D paper balloon and a standalone version.

Dress to get messy/bring a smock!

Wks: 1 • Classes: 1 • Day: Tue. Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) $50 (NR: $55) Begins: Feb. 1 • 4-5 p.m.

Begins: Feb. 1 • 6-6:45 p.m.

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Hearts, Hearts & More Hearts (Ages: 5-10) Celebrate the month of hearts by making crafts you will love like heartshaped jewelry, sun catchers and spinners.

Wks: 1 • Classes: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Begins: Feb. 3 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042202_02 Valentine’s Day Box (Ages: 5-10) Decorate a Valentine’s Day box in your unique design. Choose from a variety of supplied boxes or bring your own to embellish.

Wks: 1 • Classes: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Begins: Feb. 8 • 4-5 p.m.

Activity #: 2042202_03 Strawberry Valentine Ladybugs (Ages: 6-9) Dip fresh strawberries in chocolate and decorate them to look like ladybugs.

Gloria Hartung instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $15 (NR: $17) Feb. 9 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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Valentine’s Day Party (Ages: 5-10)

Dr. Seuss Characters (Ages: 5-10)

St. Patrick’s Day Fruit Rainbow (Ages: 6-9)

Join us as we celebrate Valentine’s Day making candy kabobs, trail mix and crafts.

Celebrate Dr. Seuss Day by making your Make a tasty rainbow with different own Dr. Seuss character outfit props colored fruit on a crescent roll base. including a variety of hats and features. Gloria Hartung instructs.

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

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

Wks: 1 • Classes: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $15 (NR: $17)

Begins: Feb. 10 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

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Begins: March 1 • 4-5 p.m.

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Begins: March 16 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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Slime Time (Ages: 5-10) Slime time is any time! Avoid the mess at home and leave the cleanup to us.

Explore a variety of slime recipes sure to stick, give off a scent, glow and blow your mind.

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

Activity #: 2042202_05 Make Your Own Fidget Toy (Ages: 5-10) Decrease stress, strengthen hands and keep your fingers busy with a fidget stress ball and Orbeez-style ball you make yourself.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Feb. 17 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042202_06 Paint Your Own Squishy (Ages: 5-10) Decorate your own squishy using paint, markers and stickers.

Wks: 1 • Classes: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Begins: Feb. 22 • 4-5 p.m.

Activity #: 2042202_07 Reading Light (Ages: 5-10) Add a creative glow to your room! Make a reading night light from a Mason jar.

Wks: 1 • Classes: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Begins: Feb. 24 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

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Bookmarks (Ages: 5-10) Use ribbon, washi tape, popsicle sticks and more to design your own bookmarks.

Wks: 1 • Classes: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Begins: March 3 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042203_02 Shamrocks (Ages: 5-10)

St. Patrick’s Day Party (Ages: 5-10) Your eyes will be smiling as you make rainbow sticks, leprechaun punch and leprechaun bait before trying your luck at bingo.

Wks: 1 • Classes: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Begins: March 17 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042203_06 Design a Flower Pot (Ages: 5-10)

Have fun with chalk and create shamrock art, craft shamrock jewelry and make green candy.

Upcycle metal cans into beautiful flower pots of your unique design.

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

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

Begins: March 8 • 4-5 p.m.

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Begins: March 22 • 4-5 p.m.

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Everything Green (Ages: 5-10) Green rainbow looms, green paint, green jewelry and green candy are all a part of this green celebration.

Wks: 1 • Classes: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Begins: March 10 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042203_04 Leprechaun (Ages: 5-10) Take this golden opportunity to become a leprechaun, making a beard and hat as well as a leprechaun puppet.

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

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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 guest 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: Feb. 1 • 5-6 p.m.

Activity #: 2052202_01

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Acting Class with Showcase (Ages: 7-16) 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.

Wks: 7 • Classes: 7 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $132 (NR: $147) Begins: Feb. 3 • 6-6:50 p.m.

Activity #: 2052202_03

Karate Peewee Advanced (Ages: 4-7)

Karate Youth/Adult Advanced (Ages: 8+)

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.

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 $45 (NR: $50)

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

Begins: Jan. 31 • 5:30-6 p.m.

No class Feb. 21 (Mon.) Activity #: 2062202_03

Begins: Jan. 31 • 7-8 p.m.

No class Feb. 21 (Mon.) Activity #: 3062202_03

Wks: 7 • Classes: 7 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $88 (NR: $98)

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $45 (NR: $50)

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

Begins: Feb. 3 • 5-5:50 p.m.

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Begins: Feb. 2 • 5:30-6 p.m.

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Begins: Feb. 2 • 7-8 p.m.

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Acting Games (Ages: 7-16) Build confidence and creativity while having fun learning to act through games and improvisational situations to 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 selfreliance.

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: Jan. 31 • 5-5:30 p.m.

No class Feb. 21 (Mon.) Activity #: 2062202_01 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Feb. 2 • 5-5:30 p.m.

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Karate Youth/Adult 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.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 $60 (NR: $65) Begins: Jan. 31 • 6-7 p.m.

No class Feb. 21 (Mon.) Activity #: 3062202_01 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $60 (NR: $65) Begins: Feb. 2 • 6-7 p.m.

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Kids in the Kitchen: Chocolate (Ages: 6-7) Learn to read recipes, practice basic kitchen safety and develop cooking techniques while creating delicious chocolate treats.

Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Thu. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $42 (NR: $47) Begins: Feb. 17 • 6-7:30 p.m.

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LEGO Robots: Jousting (Ages: 5-12) It is STEM fun fit for a king! Build and program LEGO Robots to compete in a Jousting Tournament to win prizes, learning all you need to know to build/program winning robots. No experience necessary. Bring a sack lunch. Optional: for more educational fun after class, purchase Robot Academy’s Arduino LEGO Robot to take home ($125) at www.robot-academy. com/product/arduinolegorobot.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Sat. Kingston Center Room 4 $75 (NR: $83) Feb. 19 • 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Activity #: 2102202_04 Better Baby Sitters (Ages: 10-14) Challenge Island: Rollercoaster Ridge (Ages: 6-12) Get to know Challenge Island, the leader in STEM enrichment, in a free try-it class! Take a crazy trip to Rollercoaster Ridge and design wild ride coasters. Explore physical forces in action and put engineering skills to the test while striving to create the fastest or most intricately designed coaster.

Registration required.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 2 Free Try It Class Jan. 31 • 5-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2102201_01 Challenge Island: Disaster Island (Ages: 6-12) Disaster Island will take your team on a thrilling adventure through famous disasters from history! From the eruption of Mount Vesuvius to the Great San Francisco earthquake to the sinking of the Titanic, your team will work together to overcome epic challenges using only the materials in your treasure chest and the power of your imagination.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 2 $90 (NR: $100) Begins: Feb. 7 • 5-6:30 p.m.

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LEGO Robots: BattleBot (Ages: 5-12)

Do you watch younger siblings or want to earn money babysitting? Do you know what to do if a child in your Love Robot Wars? Love LEGOs? care starts to choke? How to handle Learn all you need to know to build someone knocking at the door while and program BattleBots from LEGO you are watching several children? This Robots then compete in a BattleBot fun course teaches the responsibilities championship to win prizes during your day off from school. No experience of having a job, the rights of a is necessary. Snack provided. Optional: babysitter, CPR for a child and infant, basic first aid, growth and development for more educational fun after class, and appropriate toys and activities for purchase Robot Academy’s Arduino kids as well as diaper changing, infant LEGO Robot to take home ($125) at care and how to feed a toddler. Attend www.robot-academy.com/product/ both classes to complete course. For arduinolegorobot. students in grades 5-8.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Mon. Wks: 2 • Classes: 2 • Day: Sat. Kingston Center Gym Kingston Center Room 3 $75 (NR: $83) $113 (NR: $128) Feb. 21 • 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Begins: Feb. 19 • 12-4 p.m.

Activity #: 2102202_05 Activity #: 2112202_01 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Kingston Center Gym Spring-Summer Softball $75 (NR: $83) (Ages: 18+) April 1 • 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

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Parks and Recreation activities are canceled when SWCSD cancels classes for inclement weather and as necessary when school is not in session.

Updates: 614-277-3060 @GroveCityParks

Slow-pitch softball leagues are available for men’s, women’s and co-rec teams at competitive and recreational levels featuring a 3-2 pitch count. Register by team. Visit bit.ly/ GCASoftball for details.

Wks: 10 • 10 Games Plus Playoffs Day: One night per week Fryer Park $400 Begins: April 18 • Weekday evenings, Sunday afternoons Register during March. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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Karate Youth/Adult Beginners (Ages: 8+)

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

Build concentration and confidence with an emphasis on martial arts Begins: March 2 • 6-7 p.m. philosophy while learning karate Activity #: 3032203_02 Two-player teams enjoy evening basics, movement drills, kata (form) and cornhole matches outdoors at Plum non-contact sparring.

Yoga Run Winery/Grove City Brewing (Ages: 18+) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Company. Register by team.

Kingston Center Room 3 Learn to relax the body and calm the Wks: 6 • 6 Matches Plus Playoffs • Day: $60 (NR: $65) mind. Melt away tension and stress Thu. by combining Hatha yoga posture Grove City Brewing Co., 3946 Broadway Begins: Jan. 31 • 6-7 p.m. with breathing techniques and deep No class Feb. 21 (Mon.) $50 relaxation. Wear loose, comfortable Activity #: 3062202_01 clothing, bring a towel or mat and Begins: April 7 • 6:15 p.m. start Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. come with an empty stomach.

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Kingston Center Room 3 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. $60 (NR: $65) Line Dance Evans Center Auditorium (Ages: 18+) Begins: Feb. 2 • 6-7 p.m. $22 (NR: $24) Activity #: 3062202_02 Intermediate-level dancers learn Begins: Feb. 1 • 6-7 p.m. country and ballroom routines with Activity #: 3032202_01 Karate Youth/Adult Advanced instructor-led tutoring set to fun and (Ages: 8+) Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. beautiful music. Wear comfortable Evans Center Auditorium clothes and shoes that slide easily Deepen levels of concentration and $22 (NR: $24) across the floor. Learn exciting dances confidence while emphasizing martial and meet new friends! arts philosophy and learning more Begins: March 1 • 6-7 p.m. advanced movements, drills, kata Activity #: 3032203_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. (form) and non-contact sparring. Dave Evans Center Auditorium Holloway instructs.

Painted Canvas $20 (NR: $22) (Ages: 18+) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Begins: Feb. 3 • 7-8 p.m.

Kingston Center Room 3 Take time for yourself to be creative Activity #: 3022202_01 $60 (NR: $65) following step-by-step instructions to Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. paint on an 11x14 canvas using brushes Begins: Jan. 31 • 7-8 p.m.

Evans Center Auditorium and pallet knives to add layers of acrylic No class Feb. 21 (Mon.) $20 (NR: $22) paint and texture. All supplies are Activity #: 3062202_03 provided in this class that encourages Begins: March 3 • 7-8 p.m.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. learning and fun. Bring a smock or Activity #: 3022203_01 Kingston Center Room 3 apron to protect clothing. $60 (NR: $65) Square Dance Plus Painted Canvas: Landscape Theme (Ages: 18+) Begins: Feb. 2 • 7-8 p.m.

(Ages: 18+) Activity #: 3062202_04 Learn the last set of moves to become a Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. competent dancer. Grove City Western Workout With Weights Kingston Center Room 2 Squares members will help you master (Ages: 18+) $30 (NR: $35) moves. Prereqs: Basic and Mainstream Square Dancing classes.

This series of simple yet effective Feb. 10 • 6:30-8:30 p.m. exercises everyone can do includes Activity #: 3042202_01 Wks: 10 • Classes: 10 • Day: Mon. a 45-minute strength workout and Evans Center Auditorium instruction on doing the same workout Painted Canvas: Floral Theme $23 (NR: $25) at home throughout the week. New (Ages: 18+) Begins: Feb. 21 • 7-9 p.m. exercises are featured each week! Bring Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Activity #: 3022202_02 a yoga mat and at least one set of Kingston Center Room 2 5-pound or heavier weights. $30 (NR: $35) Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. March 10 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Evans Center Auditorium Activity #: 3042203_01 $23 (NR: $25) Spring Cornhole (Ages: 18+)

Registration

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Begins: Feb. 2 • 6-7 p.m.

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Bread Baking Boot Camp (Ages: 18+) Learn and practice the basics of successful bread baking, discussing the characteristics of various yeasts, flours and other additives. Make a basic multigrain recipe that can be used for loaves or rolls, and go home with fresh bread. Mary Jane LaLonde instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $25 (NR: $28) Feb. 3 • 6:30-8 p.m.

Activity #: 3072202_01 Strawberry Valentine Ladybugs (Ages: 18+) Dip and decorate fresh strawberries to look like ladybugs. Gloria Hartung instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $15 (NR: $17) Feb. 10 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3072202_02 Aromatic Fresh Baked Bread (Ages: 18+) Want to serve fresh homemade yeast breads but do not think you have the time? Learn to make a loaf of yeast bread in one hour from mixing the ingredients to removing from the oven, as well as how to make cinnamon rolls using a refrigerator bread dough. Take home a pan of rolls to bake. Arlene Crosser instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $25 (NR: $28) Feb. 22 • 6:30-8 p.m.

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Leprechaun Candy Jar (Ages: 18+) Use a Mason jar and some craft supplies to create a festive candy jar that looks like a leprechaun. Gloria Hartung instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $15 (NR: $18) March 10 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3042203_02 Seed Starting (Ages: 18+)

Use the bounty of the Gantz Garden’s dried flowers to make a beautiful wreath for spring. Mary Jane LaLonde instructs.

Learn the basics of starting seeds indoors including how to devise a simple light system. Go home with a flat of vegetable and flower seeds to get a jump on the growing season.

Mary Jane LaLonde instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $35 (NR: $38)

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $25 (NR: $28)

Feb. 23 • 6:30-8 p.m.

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Grove City Compost Drop Off (Ages: 18+ Residents Only) Participate in the City’s food composting program, funded with assistance from SWACO’s Community Waste Reduction Grant. Program is free to residents of Grove City, Jackson Township and Urbancrest. Info including list of accepted materials: bit. ly/GCComposting.

Brookpark Middle School Parking Lot No cost to residents Visit: bit.ly/GCComposting

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55+ Lite Line Dance (Ages: 55+) Instruction for first-time dancers who want to learn the basic steps and techniques of line dancing or experienced ones who want to enjoy easy line dances at a gentle pace.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $20 (NR: $20) Begins: Feb. 2 • 1-2 p.m.

Activity #: 4022202_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $20 (NR: $20) Begins: March 2 • 1-2 p.m.

Activity #: 4022203_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: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium Free Begins: Feb. 3 • 10-10:45 a.m.

Activity #: 4032202_03 Wks: 5 • Classes: 5 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium Free Begins: March 3 • 10-10:45 a.m.

Activity #: 4032203_03 Senior Exercise (Ages: 55+) Are you a physically active senior looking to increase strength, gain flexibility and range of motion, produce better mobility and gait, and improve balance? This fun, motivating and comradery-based program features 20 minutes of aerobic exercise followed by 20 minutes of progressive resistance strength training (weightlifting) www.GroveCityOhio.gov

sandwiched by 10-minute warm-up and cool-down sessions. Bring an exercise mat and hand weights.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 7 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 (NR: $15) Begins: Feb. 2 • 9-10 a.m.

No class Feb. 21 (Mon.) Activity #: 4032202_04 Wks: 5 • Classes: 9 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 (NR: $15) Begins: March 2 • 9-10 a.m.

Activity #: 4032203_04 Senior Yoga (Ages: 55+) Move through yoga poses designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement while enjoying restorative breathing exercises that promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium $15 (NR: $15) Begins: Feb. 3 • 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Activity #: 4032202_05 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium $15 (NR: $15) Begins: March 3 • 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Activity #: 4032203_05 Tai Chi (Ages: 55+) Yang Style Tai Chi creates a peaceful mental space and builds a calm balancing energy, as the slow, mindful movements leave you feeling energized and more flexible physically and mentally, as well as more positive and confident.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 (NR: $18) Begins: Feb. 1 • 10-11 a.m.

Activity #: 4032202_06 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 (NR: $18) Begins: March 1 • 10-11 a.m.

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Chair Volleyball (Ages: 55+) Join the fun! This activity includes physical wellness, social interaction, competition and, most of all, lots of laughs. Chair volleyball reduces stress while boosting self-esteem and confidence in those who cannot play traditional volleyball, creating an even playing field by requiring players to remain seated.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 7 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium Free Begins: Feb. 2 • 2-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4032202_02 Wks: 5 • Classes: 9 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium Free Begins: March 2 • 2-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4032203_02 Fitness Room (Ages: 55+) It is normal to have life events and setbacks get in the way of staying active. Get back on track using the Evans Center fitness room to make physical activity a regular part of your life. Exercise at your own pace using elliptical machines, treadmills, NuSteps, recumbent and upright bikes, hydraulic weight machines and free weights. Registration is required and participants will be assigned a workout time slot. Contact the Evans Center for available times.

Days: Mon.-Fri. Evans Center Fitness Room $15 Begins: Feb. 1 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Call 614-277-1060 to register and reserve times.

Days: Mon.-Fri. Evans Center Fitness Room $15 Begins: March 1 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Call 614-277-1060 to register and reserve times.

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Bingo (Ages: 55+) Compete against other players to be the first with a winning arrangement for the prize. Play for different patterns like classic, X, T, postage stamp and full card. Games are $.25 per card.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Begins: Feb. 3 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082202_01 Wks: 5 • Classes: 5 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Classroom Free Begins: March 3 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082203_01 Game Day: Scattergories (Ages: 55+) Scattergories is a creative-thinking category-based word game that challenges players to think of words starting with a letter of the alphabet within a random set of categories before time runs out.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 3 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Bead Artwork (Ages: 55+) Versatile beads are the perfect material for crafting projects. Join the fun and create a variety of handcrafted items that show off your personality and are perfect for sharing. Purchase kits separately.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Mon. Evans Center Classroom Free Begins: Feb. 7 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4042202_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Mon. Evans Center Classroom Free Begins: March 7 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Open Art Studio (Ages: 55+) You provide the artistry, we provide the space for all kinds of creations.

Create your own, self-guided artwork using pastel, paint, watercolor, pencil, charcoal, colored pencil or other medium. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels welcome!

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Classroom Free

Begins: Feb. 4 • 1-3 p.m.

No class Feb. 11 (Fri.) Activity #: 4082202_04 Game Day: Yahtzee (Ages: 55+) Roll on in and play this famous dice game! Toss your five dice three times per turn and maximize points by tossing certain combinations. Fill all the columns on your score sheet with points to outscore the competition.

Begins: Feb. 4 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Wks: 4 • Classes: 3 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Classroom Free

Begins: March 4 • 1-3 p.m.

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Movie Fun Miss the days of watching a movie in a theater? 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: Book Club (Ages: 55+) (2018; PG-13) Four longtime friends and book club members, played by Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen and Mary Steenburgen, have their lives upended when they aim to spice up their mundane routines by reading a challenging book.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Auditorium Free Feb. 4 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082202_03 Movie Fun: A Dog’s Journey (Ages: 55+) (2018; PG-13) This sequel to W. Bruce Cameron’s A Dog’s Purpose is told from the dog’s perspective as he finds the meaning of his own existence through the lives of the humans he teaches to laugh.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Auditorium Free March 4 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082203_03 Soup-er Bowl Party (Ages: 55+) It is Super Bowl time and the Evans Center wants to throw a “Souper” Bowl Party! Stave off the cold weather and celebrate the annual football event together with a variety of warm soups, delicious dessert and fun games. Dress in your favorite team’s attire (Buckeye fans allowed).

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Auditorium $5 (NR: $5)

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration (Ages: 55+) Calling all leprechauns! Whether 100% Irish or Irish at heart, gather for a lucky celebration at a good, old-fashioned St. Patrick’s Day party. Don your best green clothes and accessories and enjoy great food and entertainment.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Auditorium $10 (NR: $10) March 11 • 12-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082203_02 Loss Support Group (Ages: 55+) There is no normal way to experience grief. While you may be tempted to isolate yourself, it is okay (even 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 Feb. 9 • 10-11 a.m.

Activity #: 4112202_01 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Classroom Free March 9 • 10-11 a.m.

Activity #: 4112203_01 Lunch & Learn: Low-pain Exercise (Ages: 55+) Physical activity can reduce your risk of chronic disease, improve your balance and coordination, help you lose weight, and even improve your sleep habits and self-esteem. If pain, fear of injury, procrastination, or your medical conditions have kept you from regular exercise, learn to start a safe routine and stick to it. Lunch provided.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Feb. 23 • 1-2 p.m.

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Lunch & Learn: Vision Changes (Ages: 55+) What vision changes can you expect to encounter as you age? Join us for a discussion on normal vision changes that come with aging as well as those that should cause concern. Go into depth about ways to keep your vision healthier longer and what to do when changes occur.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Feb. 9 • 1-2 p.m.

Activity #: 4112202_02 Lunch & Learn: Real Estate Then & Now (Ages: 55+) Are you aware the process of buying and selling a house has changed A LOT? Will you need to buy or sell in the next few years and need an update on the market? Discuss how real estate has changed, if COVID will affect foreclosure rates and if homes are still selling above asking price in a few days.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free March 17 • 1-2 p.m.

Activity #: 4112203_02 Eldorado Casino (Ages: 55+) Trips to Scioto Downs are back by popular demand! Sign up to 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) Feb. 16 • 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4122202_01 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) March 16 • 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Feb. 11 • 12-3 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 dropoff and pickup service at the door.

Breakfast Club: Starliner Diner (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Feb. 15 • 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Activity #: 4122202_02 Breakfast Club: Tommy’s Diner (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) March 15 • 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Activity #: 4122203_02 Lunch Bunch: Der Dutchman (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) March 22 • 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Activity #: 4122203_03 Lunch Bunch: Firebirds Woodfire Grill (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Feb. 22 • 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Activity #: 4122202_03 Supper Club: Beer Barrel Bar & Grill (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) March 8 • 4-7 p.m.

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Supper Club: Bravo Italian Restaurant (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5) Feb. 8 • 4-7 p.m.

Activity #: 4122202_04 Senior Club Membership (Ages: 55+) Grove City Area Senior Citizen Club meetings resume in 2022! Membership in the club is just $5 for residents and $10 for non-residents.

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

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.

Day: 2nd Tue. Evans Center Auditorium Free Monthly1 p.m.

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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).

Residency Rates & Fair Share Policy The lower “resident rate” provides credit to those paying municipal taxes that help support the programs www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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.

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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.

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• 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 available starting Tue., Jan. 18. www.GroveCityOhio.gov