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The GUIDE PARKS AND RECRE ATION OFFERINGS OC T/NOV 2020 Online, phone and office registration begins Monday, September 14

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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, Twitter and Instagram (@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 Park 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) Grove City Parks and Recreation’s child-centered preschool fosters each child’s 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’s 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.

Gantz Barn Morning and afternoon options 2020-2021 Registration: Call Michele Demmy, 614-871-6330, for information.

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

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Fri. Gantz Barn Upper Room $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Oct. 9 • 12:30-1:30 p.m.

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Online, phone and office registration begins Mon., September 14 www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Learning Together (Ages: 2½-4 ) Child and a parent, or other caring adult, share hands-on learning activities promoting creative, academic and social skills as they paint, build with blocks, draw, sing and dance.

Everyone should dress for play and exploration.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Gantz Barn Upper Room $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Oct. 6 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 1082010_02 WeJoySing (Ages: 1 month-5 years) Discover how your baby, toddler or preschooler learns and grows through JOY-filled musical play. Essential early childhood development is nurtured as you play together, creating bonds that last a lifetime. Visit WeJoySing.com for dates, time and costs.

Grove City United Methodist Church, 2684 Columbus St. Contact: WeJoySing.com, 614-868-0107

Gymnastics: Parent & Tot (Age: 2) Toddlers spend quality time with a parent while enhancing fine and gross motor skills and coordination as they practice following directions and taking turns to prepare for more advanced classes.

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

Activity #: 1012010_01 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Oct. 5 • 5:45-6:15 p.m.

Activity #: 1012010_02

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Gymnastics (Ages: 3-4) Young gymnasts learn basic skills for vault, bars, beam and floor developing foundational skills to build upon as they advance while following simple instruction and taking turns.

Gymnastics (Age: 3) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Oct. 5 • 6:30-7 p.m.

Activity #: 1012010_03 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Oct. 5 • 7:15-7:45 p.m.

Activity #: 1012010_04 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53)

Baby Ballet (Ages: 3-4) New dancers are introduced to the fundamentals of ballet while developing coordination, balance and grace. Ballet shoes/slippers needed. Tami Kelly instructs. Children must be toilet trained.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $56 (NR: $64) Begins: Oct. 7 • 5:15-5:45 p.m.

Activity #: 1022010_02 Modern Dance (Ages: 3-4) Participants learn the jazz dance style, adapting bold, dynamic movements and techniques to later apply to a variety of modern dances. Develop skills to grow and enhance journeys to future dance. Lindsey Maynard instructs.

Modern Dance (Age: 3)

Begins: Oct. 6 • 5-5:30 p.m.

No class Nov. 3 (Tue.) Activity #: 1012010_05

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 4 $48 (NR: $53)

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

Begins: Oct. 8 • 5:30-6 p.m.

No class Oct. 29 (Thu.) Activity #: 1022010_01

Begins: Oct. 8 • 5-5:30 p.m.

No class Oct. 29 (Thu.) Activity #: 1012010_06 Gymnastics (Age: 4) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Oct. 6 • 5:45-6:15 p.m.

No class Nov. 3 (Tue.) Activity #: 1012010_07 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Oct. 8 • 5:45-6:15 p.m.

No class Oct. 29 (Thu.) Activity #: 1012010_08

Modern Dance (Age: 4) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 4 $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Oct. 8 • 6:15-6:45 p.m.

No class Oct. 29 (Thu.) Activity #: 2022010_01 JumpBunch (Ages: 1½-2 ) 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: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $40 (NR: $45)

JumpBunch (Age: 2) Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Oct. 14 • 6:45-7:15 p.m.

No class Nov. 4 (Wed.) Activity #: 1032010_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: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Oct. 14 • 7:30-8:15 p.m.

No class Nov. 4 (Wed.) Activity #: 1032010_03 Little Ballers Basketball (Ages: 4-6) In a fun, educational first basketball experience, players learn the fundamentals of dribbling, shooting, passing, rebounding, defense and game play concepts. Bally Sports Group uses positive, encouraging teaching styles designed for preschoolers to foster the understanding of skills and sportsmanship through engaging activities. Players respond to developmentally appropriate instruction and participate in modified games. Team shirt provided.

Info: 614-505-6532.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. SWCSD Sites $75 (NR: $75) Begins: Nov. 3 • 6-7 p.m.

Register online at www.ballysportsgroup.com Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. SWCSD Sites $75 (NR: $75) Begins: Nov. 3 • 7-8 p.m.

Register online at www.ballysportsgroup.com

Begins: Oct. 14 • 6-6:30 p.m.

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Youth Youth Basketball (Grades: K-12) Grove City Parks and Recreation offers recreational basketball that focuses on fun and fundamentals with boys and girls competing in separate leagues. For grades three and older, a tournament closes out the season in early March.

Registration is by individual and must be completed in person at the Kingston Center. Teams are determined by a blind draft conducted by Parks and Recreation staff. Volunteer coaches are needed. The Kingston Center is open for after-hours registration until 7 p.m., on Tue., Oct. 27.

Games: 8 • Practice one evening per week; games on Saturdays SWCSD Sites $83 (NR: $88) Practice starts Dec. 7 No games or practices when SWCSD is closed.

Register through October in the Kingston Center.

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 school-age 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 at Buckeye Woods, Highland Park, J.C. Sommer, Monterey and Richard Avenue elementaries every day the 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, special-interest and free-choice activities and much more. Please pack a nutritious snack daily.

School Days Buckeye Woods, Highland Park, J.C. Sommer, Monterey, Richard Avenue Elementaries $187 per month Days: Mon.-Fri. • 2:30-6 p.m.

Follows SWCSD schedule Register in person at the Kingston Center. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Before-School P.A.R.K. ES (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 Days Kingston Center $95 per month Days: Mon.-Fri. • 6-8 a.m.

Follows SWCSD schedule Register in person at the Kingston Center.

Before-School P.A.R.K. IS (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 Kingston Center $107 per month Days: Mon.-Fri. • 6-9 a.m.

Follows SWCSD schedule Register in person at the Kingston Center.

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

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

P.A.R.K. Registration: 2020-2021 School Year (Grades: K-6) Register in person in the Kingston Center; a $30 non-refundable registration fee applies. Spaces are limited with openings filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Monthly fees are $187 for after-school, $95 for before-school elementary and $107 for before-school intermediate. $30 registration fee due at registration; payments made monthly August through April 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Register in person at the Kingston Center.

Karate Peewee Beginner (Ages: 4-7) Learn basic karate movements, the martial arts philosophy and the importance of concentration and confidence.

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

Activity #: 2062010_01 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Oct. 7 • 5-5:30 p.m.

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Karate Peewee Advanced (Ages: 4-7)

Princess Ballet (Ages: 5-7)

Build on the basics of karate with movement drills, form (kata) and noncontact sparring with added emphasis on concentration, confidence and the martial arts philosophy.

Develop coordination, balance and grace while being introduced to the fundamentals of ballet. Ballet shoes or soft soled slippers needed. Tami Kelly instructs.

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

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 9 $56 (NR: $64)

Begins: Oct. 5 • 5:45-6:15 p.m.

Activity #: 2062010_03

Begins: Oct. 7 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2022010_03

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Oct. 7 • 5:45-6:15 p.m.

Activity #: 2062010_04 Karate Youth/Adult Beginner (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: Oct. 5 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3062010_01 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $60 (NR: $65) Begins: Oct. 7 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3062010_02 Karate Youth/Adult 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.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 $60 (NR: $65) Begins: Oct. 5 • 7:45-8:45 p.m.

Activity #: 3062010_03 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $60 (NR: $65) Begins: Oct. 7 • 7:45-8:45 p.m.

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Ballet Basics (Ages: 8-12)

Gymnastics: Rock-N-Roller (Ages: Girls 5-12) Girls learn beginner skills on vault, bar, beam and floor that they can use as foundations while advancing through the program.

Gymnastics: Rock-N-Roller (Ages: 5-6) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Oct. 6 • 6:30-7 p.m.

No class Nov. 3 (Tue.) Activity #: 2012010_04

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

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 9 $56 (NR: $64)

Begins: Oct. 6 • 7:15-7:45 p.m.

No class Nov. 3 (Tue.) Activity #: 2012010_05

Begins: Oct. 7 • 6:45-7:15 p.m.

Activity #: 2022010_04 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 Lindsey Maynard leads.

Gymnastics: Rock-N-Roller (Ages: 7-9)

Gymnastics: Rock-N-Roller (Ages: 10-12) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Oct. 6 • 8-8:30 p.m.

No class Nov. 3 (Tue.) Activity #: 2012010_06

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 4 $52 (NR: $57) Begins: Oct. 8 • 7-7:45 p.m.

No class Oct. 29 (Thu.) Activity #: 2022010_02

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

Registration

Online, phone and office registration begins Mon., September 14

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Intro to Parkour (Ages: 5-10) Participants learn to safely navigate obstacles through running, jumping, climbing and safely landing. Strength and flexibility are incorporated into each class.

Intro to Parkour (Ages: 5-6) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Oct. 8 • 6:30-7 p.m.

No class Oct. 29 (Thu.) Activity #: 2012010_01 Intro to Parkour (Ages: 7-8) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Oct. 8 • 7:15-7:45 p.m.

No class Oct. 29 (Thu.) Activity #: 2012010_02 Intro to Parkour (Ages: 9-10) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Oct. 8 • 8-8:30 p.m.

No class Oct. 29 (Thu.) Activity #: 2012010_03 Game Changer: Beginner (Ages: 8-18) This speed training is for kids who like sports, aiding them to improve technique with safe and effective exercises to increase speed and quickness. Certified speed training instructor Mike Kusan leads. Class is for those new to Coach Kusan’s speed training.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 7 • Days: Mon., Wed. Kingston Center Room 5 $79 (NR: $89) Begins: Nov. 2 • 5:45-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2032011_03 Wks: 4 • Classes: 6 • Days: Tue., Thu. Kingston Center Room 5 $68 (NR: $76) Begins: Nov. 5 • 5:45-6:45 p.m.

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Game Changer: Advanced (Ages: 12-18)

Unicorn Slime Jar (Ages: 6-9)

Young athletes who have already taken Coach Kusan’s speed training further improve techniques with new exercises to increase speed and quickness.

Certified speed training instructor Mike Kusan leads.

New! Decorate a canning jar to look like a unicorn and make unicorn slime to go inside.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 7 • Days: Mon., Wed. Kingston Center Room 5 $79 (NR: $89)

Oct. 14 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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Begins: Nov. 2 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.

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Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse $10 (NR: $12)

Halloween Art (Ages: 5-10)

Wks: 4 • Classes: 6 • Days: Tue., Thu. Kingston Center Room 5 $68 (NR: $76)

Get your scary on and join us for a night of boo-tiful art! Make crafts to conjure up the Halloween spirit.

Begins: Nov. 5 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2032011_02

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 2 $10 (NR: $12)

Skating Lessons (Ages: 4-12) Learn basic roller skating skills at Skate America. Students receive free roller skates and may stay after lessons to practice. Register at Skate America, 4357 Broadway, or call 614-875-7606.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Sat. Skate America, 4357 Broadway $59 (NR $59) Begins: Oct. 3 • 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Register with Skate America Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Sat. Skate America, 4357 Broadway $59 (NR $59) Begins: Nov. 7 • 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Register with Skate America

Oct. 21 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042010_02 Fairy House Night Light (Ages: 6-9) Construct a night light that looks like a fairy house using a water bottle, a LED tea candle for light and more items.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse $10 (NR: $12) Nov. 4 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042011_04 Coaster-reka (Ages: 5-12)

Eureka! Discover your creative side in this cool class by designing a set of Big Amazing Art! coasters. Each participant receives four (Ages: 6-10) white ceramic coasters to decorate with Cover a variety of styles and techniques paints or markers. while focusing on the process, using Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. furnished quality materials and Kingston Center Room 2 supplies found in an artistic studio like $12 (NR: $14) pastels, watercolors, acrylics and more. Nov. 18 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Take home a finished piece each class.

Activity #: 2042011_03 Dress to get messy/bring a smock.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $45 (NR: $50)

Kids in the Kitchen - Fall (Ages: 6-8)

Begins: Oct. 1 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2042010_01

Learn to read recipes, basic kitchen safety and cooking techniques while creating delicious seasonal treats.

Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $34 (NR: $39)

Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Rec. Room $40 (NR: $45)

Begins: Nov. 5 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2042011_01

Begins: Oct. 8 • 6:15-7:30 p.m.

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Cookie Graveyard (Ages: 6-9) Make a completely edible scary graveyard scene using cookies and a brownie base.

Adult

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse $18 (NR: $20) Oct. 28 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2072010_01 Edible Art (Ages: 5-10) Design fall creations with edible treats shaped like pumpkins, turkeys and more!

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 2 $14 (NR: $16) Nov. 11 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042011_02 Thanksgiving Turkey Treats (Ages: 6-9) Make Thanksgiving turkey treats on a stick using cookies, Indian corn and candy.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse $10 (NR: $12) Nov. 18 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2072011_01 VIPs: Teens for Grove City (Grades 7-12) Join the Volunteer Involvement Program (V.I.P.) to donate your time and expertise while gaining service hours and a great feeling of helping others.

Hours are conveniently tracked through the program. Grove City offers many events and programs throughout the year, and participants in this program help make them successful. Join today to have fun and make a difference in the community. Applications are available in the Kingston Center and at GroveCityOhio.gov.

Call 614-277-3058 for information.

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

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Light Line Dance (Ages: 18+) First-time dancers learn the basic steps and techniques of line dancing. Also great for those who enjoy easy line dances at a gentle pace.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 (NR: $20) Begins: Oct. 6 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 3022010_02 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 (NR: $20) Begins: Nov. 3 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 3022011_02 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 (NR: $20) Begins: Oct. 6 • 7:15-8:30 p.m.

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

Line Dance (Ages: 18+) Intermediate dancers learn exciting country and ballroom line dances set to fun, beautiful music in instructor-led lessons. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that slide easily across the floor.

Laura Landolt instructs.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 (NR: $20) Begins: Nov. 3 • 7:15-8:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3022011_01 Yoga Monday (Ages: 18+) Learn to relax the body and calm the mind. Melt away tension and stress by combining Hatha yoga posture with breathing techniques and deep relaxation. Wear loose, comfortable clothing, bring a towel or mat and come with an empty stomach. Toni Weeks, registered yoga instructor, leads.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Evans Center Auditorium $34 (NR: $39) Begins: Oct. 5 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 3032010_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Mon. Evans Center Auditorium $23 (NR: $26) Begins: Nov. 16 • 6-7 p.m.

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Yoga Wednesday (Ages: 18+) Melt away tension and stress in a class geared for beginners but available as a second night for those enrolled in the Monday program. Toni Weeks, registered yoga instructor, leads.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $34 (NR: $39) Begins: Oct. 7 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 3032010_02 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $23 (NR: $26) Begins: Nov. 18 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 3032011_02 Karate Youth/Adult Beginner (Ages: 8+) Build concentration and confidence with an emphasis on martial arts Hot Spice Pads philosophy while learning karate (Ages: 18+) basics, movement drills, kata (form) and The cool days of fall are ideal for non-contact sparring. curling up with a mug of hot tea. Add Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. enjoyment to the experience with Kingston Center Room 3 spice-filled pads that fill the air with $60 (NR: $65) the scent of spices when activated by a mug’s heat. Fill four mug pads to take Begins: Oct. 5 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. home to enjoy alone or invite a friend Activity #: 3062010_01 over to share tea with.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 Gantz Farmhouse $60 (NR: $65) $10 (NR: $12) Begins: Oct. 7 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Oct. 5 • 7-8 p.m.

Activity #: 3062010_02 Activity #: 3042010_01 Karate Youth/Adult Advanced Homemade Holiday Candies (Ages: 8+) (Ages: 18+) Deepen levels of concentration and Learn to make mints, spiced nuts and confidence while emphasizing martial hardtack candy using herbal flavorings arts philosophy and learning more and spices. These colorful sweet treats advanced movements, drills, kata make great holiday gifts from your (form) and non-contact sparring. kitchen. Arlene Crosser instructs.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 3 Gantz Farmhouse $60 (NR: $65) $25 (NR: $28) Begins: Oct. 5 • 7:45-8:45 p.m.

Nov. 3 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3062010_03 Activity #: 3072011_02 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Sat. Kingston Center Room 3 Gantz Farmhouse $60 (NR: $65) $25 (NR: $28) Begins: Oct. 7 • 7:45-8:45 p.m.

Nov. 7 • 9-11 a.m.

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Herb Butter Mix (Ages: 18+) Prepare and take home a batch of this classic herb butter using the recipe from the old Jai Lai restaurant that includes garlic, lemon juice and butter.

It freezes well, so save some for your Thanksgiving gatherings.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Mon. Gantz Farmhouse $10 (NR: $12) Nov. 23 • 7-8 p.m.

Activity #: 3072011_01 Plant an Allium Sampler (Ages: 18+) Love the way the blooming orbs of flowering onions look in the spring garden? Loved by bees and ignored by rabbits, rodents and deer, alliums are a great addition to your sunny flower border. Learn about these dramatic flowers and take home a selection of various colored allium bulbs to plant in your garden this fall for spring blooms.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Gantz Farmhouse $25 (NR: $28) Oct. 8 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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Herbal Kitchen Wreath (Ages: 18+) Create a beautiful wreath for your kitchen using a grapevine base decorated with fresh herbs you harvest from the Gardens at Gantz Farm and tie into bundles. The herbs will dry to supply you with quick, easy flavorings for fall and winter cooking including soups, rice, stews and roasted veggies.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Gantz Farmhouse $20 (NR: $22) Oct. 20 • 6:30-8 p.m.

Activity #: 3092010_02 Herb Print a Canvas Tote (Ages: 18+) Use fabric paint on leaves and flowers to make unique designs on a handy canvas tote bag. Makes a great gift or is wonderful for carrying groceries, knitting supplies or paperwork.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Gantz Farmhouse $18 (NR: $20) Nov. 5 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3092011_01 Create a Spa Gift Basket (Ages: 18+) Fill a cute small basket with a pretty fabric liner, homemade sugar scrub, a shower bubble bag, some fragrant potpourris, rose water and a dried flower bouquet. Give as a gift or use in your home spa.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Gantz Farmhouse $20 (NR: $23) Nov. 17 • 6:30-8 p.m.

Activity #: 3092011_02 Meals-on-Wheels: Volunteer to Help a Needy Neighbor (Ages: All) Share your time and visit the homebound to deliver a hot meal and a message of loving concern from the community: volunteer for a Meals-onWheels route picked up daily at the Evans Center. Each 90-minute route visits 12 to 15 elderly or disabled persons. Training is provided. Weekend opportunities are also available.

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55+ LifeCare Alliance Lunch Program (Ages: 60+)

Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (S.A.L.T.) (Ages: 55+)

Enjoy a nutritious, hot lunch five days a week at the Evans Center. The daily menu is listed in the local newspapers and at the Center. Call one day in advance to make a reservation. Van transportation is available and must be requested. Prepackaged cold, vegetarian and hot served meals are available daily.

During S.A.L.T. meetings, representatives from Grove City Police and Jackson Township Fire share information about community services and crime and safety issues important to seniors. For information, contact the crime prevention coordinator at 614-277-1765.

Daily Evans Center $2

Monthly Evans Center Free

Mon.-Fri. • 11:45 a.m.

2nd Tue. • 1 p.m.

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Senior Options (Ages: 60+) Senior Options provides in-home services to maintain independence for Franklin County residents aged 60+ not qualified for PASSPORT services.

Payment is based on a sliding income scale. COAAA provides in-home assessments and case management for the program. Available services include: personal care, home-delivered meals and emergency-response systems.

Conversations About Loss (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.

This new group is facilitated by Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions.

Chair Exercise (Ages: 55+) Dealing with arthritis or joint pain?

These instructor-led exercises are designed for seniors who find it difficult to work out while standing or have trouble getting up and down for floor exercises. Bring light one or two pound weights.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 7 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Oct. 5 • 9:30-10:15 a.m.

No class Oct. 12 (Mon.) Activity #: 4032010_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 8 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Nov. 2 • 9:30-10:15 a.m.

No class Nov. 9 (Mon.) Activity #: 4032011_01

Monthly Evans Center Free 1st Mon. • 10-11 a.m.

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Registration

Online, phone and office registration begins Mon., September 14

Don’t miss out! All ages of adults are welcome to participate in the offerings in the Adult section including Line Dance, herb and art classes. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Nov. 17 • 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

Activity #: 4032011_04 Yoga Senior Thursday (Ages: 55+) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium $22 Begins: Oct. 8 • 9-10 a.m.

Activity #: 4032010_05 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Nov. 19 • 9-10 a.m.

Activity #: 4032011_05 Friday Flicks (Ages: 55+) Senior Exercise (Ages: 55+) Keep those joints and muscles moving with instructor-led exercises designed for active seniors.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 8 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Oct. 5 • 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Activity #: 4032010_02 Wks: 4 • Classes: 8 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Nov. 2 • 10:30-11:30 a.m.

No class Nov. 9 (Mon.) Activity #: 4032011_02

Tai Chi (Ages: 55+) Fall related injuries are serious for people age 50+. Reduce your risk: improve balance and strengthen muscles through this martial art often described as meditation in motion.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $22 Begins: Oct. 7 • 2-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4032010_03 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Nov. 18 • 2-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4032011_03 Yoga Senior (Ages: 55+)

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

Registration

Online, phone and office registration begins Mon., September 14 www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Reap the benefits of yoga with instruction designed for seniors.

Breathing techniques and deep relaxation help melt away tension and stress while coaxing mind and body to health. Toni Weeks instructs. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat or towel.

Yoga Senior Tuesday (Ages: 55+) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $22 Begins: Oct. 6 • 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

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Enjoy a variety of films on the big projector screen with friends.

Friday Flicks: Dr. Dolittle (Ages: 55+) (PG-2020) A widowed 19th century doctor finds solace away from people in his lush English country manor surrounded by exotic animals with whom he can converse. When a young Queen Victoria falls gravely ill, the doctor and his menagerie embark on an epic adventure to find a cure.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Auditorium Free Nov. 6 • 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Activity #: 4082011_01 Friday Flicks: Emma (Ages: 55+) (PG-2020) This reimagined film adaptation of a Jane Austen classic that satirizes social class focuses on the beautiful, rich and clever Emma Woodhouse, a restless small-town “queen bee.” Her adventures takes her through a series of romantic missteps before she finds true love.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Auditorium Free Oct. 2 • 12:30-3:30 p.m.

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Registration

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 (sports excluded), 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 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