Johnson City Parks and Recreation Fun guide jan feb march april 2016

Welcome to the Parks and Recreation Fun Guide! This issue will cover the months of January, February, March, and April 2016.

Our mission is to enhance community well being by providing responsive recreation opportunities, quality open space and preservation of natural habitats, and innovation in all aspects of our service operation.

In coordination with the city’s Planning Department, the Parks and Recreation Department developed a long-range plan for 2000-2020 to define and prioritize the recreation needs of our community. The Plan outlines a clear vision toward meeting the community’s needs and serves as a framework to plan for the future.

We want to provide quality programs to all participants. If you are not satisfied with any program you have participated in, let us know. Contact staff at any recreation center or the department’s administration office. We want to provide the community with diverse recreation programs to meet the needs and interests of everyone. Because of the public’s diverse needs, creative input is important in developing new programs or improving existing ones. We would enjoy hearing about any ideas that you might have for us.

In this guide, you’ll find a diverse selection of programs and special events designed to provide something for everyone. Classes are combined by categories rather than locations or age groups. So no matter your age, you can find the perfect program to meet your needs.

It is our belief that parks, recreational opportunities and open spaces provide a foundation for the physical, social, economic, and environmental viability and well-being of our community.

Join the Fun!

City Commission

Park Advisory Board

City Staff

Mayor Clayton Stout

Chair Andy Dotterweich

City Manager M. Denis Peterson

Vice Mayor David Tomita

Vice Chair Dr. Tim Zajonc

Assistant City Manager Charles Stahl

Commissioner Jeff Banyas

Ross Duncan

Assistant City Manager Robert Wilson

Commissioner Jenny Brock

Mark Durkee

Parks Director Roger Blakeley

Commissioner Ralph Van Brocklin

Larry Glaspie

Assistant Director James Ellis

Jonathan Kinnick T.B. Matthew Osborne James Smith Charlie Stahl Grant Summers 2

Information Special Events Aquatics Arts … Music … Dance Classes / Programs Golf Nature Fitness / Exercise Sports / Athletics Senior Programs Facility Rentals Pavilions Parks & Facilities

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Administration 4137 Bristol Highway, Johnson City Phone: (423) 283-5815 Athletics 4137 Bristol Highway, Johnson City Phone: (423) 283-5822 Carver Recreation Center 322 W. Watauga Avenue, Johnson City Phone: (423) 461-8830 Freedom Hall Pool 1320 Pactolas Road, Johnson City Phone: (423) 461-4872 Golf Courses Buffalo Valley 190 Golf Course Road, Unicoi Phone: (423) 743-5021 Pine Oaks 1709 Buffalo Road, Johnson City Phone: (423) 434-6250 Memorial Park Community Center, Senior Services & Pool 510 Bert Street, Johnson City Phone: (423) 434-5749 (Recreation Services) Phone: (423) 434-6237 (Senior Services) Phone: (423) 434-5759 (Pools)

423-283-5815

jcparksinfo@johnsoncitytn.org

Princeton Arts Center 2516 E. Oakland Avenue, Johnson City Phone: (423) 283-5800 Nature 4137 Bristol Highway, Johnson City

www.johnsoncitytn.org The Johnson City Board of Commissioners adopted a tobacco-free policy for the City’s park system on September 6, 2007. The use of tobacco products on City-owned park land, park facilities, and open space is prohibited.

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DID YOU KNOW? Parks provide intrinsic environmental, aesthetic and recreation benefits to our city. They are a source of positive economic benefits. They enhance property values, increase municipal revenue, bring in homebuyers and workers, and improve the quality of life for our citizens.

BY THE NUMBERS ...

24 parks in the park system 1,150 acres of park land 4 recreation facilities 1 multi-generational community center 23 lighted tennis courts 1 dog park 7 swimming pools 17 play structures 4 indoor basketball courts 1 boardwalk 1 lakefront area 2 boat ramps 1 18-hole disc golf course 2 amphitheaters 6 sand volleyball courts 29 picnic shelters 19.75 miles of hiking/walking trails 1 football stadium 1 baseball stadium 1 skateboard park 1 historic cabin 1 tree arboretum 5 multi-use athletic fields 10 youth baseball fields 12 soccer fields 1,504 recreation soccer players 10 softball fields 2 18-hole golf courses 33,051 rounds of golf played 1 art center 25,231 volunteer hours 2 foundations (1 park and 1 senior services) 131,269 participated in senior programs 131,269 senior participants 201 employees (44 full-time, 7 part-time, and 150 seasonal) 120,000 participants in recreation programs 25,231 volunteer hours If you have volunteered in the past or are looking for a chance to give back to the community doing a worthwhile project, we have just the opportunity! Much of what we do at Johnson City Parks and Recreation is made possible through the hard work of our dedicated family of volunteers, not only do our volunteers save the city financial resources each year, they also allow us to do a number of things we simply could not afford to do otherwise. In the process, our volunteers help strengthen our community and solidify that Johnson City is a great place to live work, and PLAY. 4

Parks and Recreation classes/programs: Classes/programs are offered at all center locations. Registration is available for most programs online. Walkin registration is welcome at all locations during regular operating hours. Register Online: www.myjcparks.org Location

Address

Hours Monday - Friday

Phone

Administration Office (Pavilions)

4137 Bristol Highway

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

423-283-5815

Athletic Office

4137 Bristol Highway

8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

423-283-5822

Carver Recreation Center Saturday Sunday

322 W. Watauga

10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

1 - 7 p.m.

423-461-8830

Freedom Hall Pool Saturday Lap Swim Sunday Pool Parties

1320 Pactolas Road

3 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

423-461-4872 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

1-3 p.m. & 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Princeton Arts Center

2516 E. Oakland Ave.

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

423-283-5800

7 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday 9 am - 5 pm

423-434-5749

Memorial Park Community Center & 510 Bert Street Pool

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Refunds will not be given on rentals and reservations.

When inclement weather requires the cancellation of Johnson City schools, all scheduled classes and programs, with the exception of athletic league games, for that day will be cancelled and a full refund will be given. If the class, event or athletic program is cancelled by staff, a full refund will be given. If a class or program is partially cancelled by staff, a pro-rated refund will be given. Medical refunds may be considered upon request accompanied by a valid doctor’s note. No refunds will be given for a class, program or athletic program once it begins.

Refunds will be given for a class, program or athletic program before it starts. If the class, program or athletic program is less than $10 a full refund will be given. Class, program or athletic program greater than $10 will be charged an administrative fee of $10.

Transfers on department operated classes, programs or athletic programs can be transferred within the same division for the same fee, however the transfer must be made before the start date.

The department reserves the right to grant any and all refunds in their sole discretion. An appeal can be requested in writing to the Parks and Recreation Director, whose decision is administratively final.

On occasion, our staff may use photography or videotape participants in department programs and classes, or at special events, festivals, or facilities. These photos are for our department use only and may be used in publications, brochures, pamphlets, flyers, social media, or video productions.

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Resident/Non Resident Fees Johnson City residents make significant contributions to the operation of this department through the payment of property taxes. These contributions are above the fees that they also pay for programs and services as offered by the Parks and Recreation Department. In recognition of this contribution, Johnson City residents qualify for the “Resident” rate. Those who live outside the boundaries of the City of Johnson City and who participate within programs qualify for the “Non-Resident” rate.

Facebook and Twitter are sources of getting information out to the public. In the event a program is cancelled the public can always check out our Facebook page for the latest updates. We also highlight photos of our program attendees on our Facebook page. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/jcparkstn or follow us on Twitter @JCParksTN

Parks and Recreation provides summer seasonal job opportunities such as lifeguards, summer program staff, tennis instructors, athletic scorekeepers, and turf and maintenance staff.

Programs are sometimes cancelled or altered due to low registration, changes in staff or facility availability.

Due to the large amount of information found in the Johnson City Parks and Recreation Fun Guide, errors before or after publication may occur. We apologize for any errors in this brochure and we will advise you of any changes as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding when these situations

All facility participants are expected to follow the rules of the facilities. Specialty areas of the facilities, such as, pools and fitness areas have posted signs stating special rules specific to that area. Disregard or abuse of facility rules may result in removal by staff or police from the facility for a designated length of time or permanently.

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Recreational activities/programs are intended to challenge and engage the physical, mental and emotional resources of each participant. Despite careful and proper preparation, instruction, medical advice, conditioning and equipment, there is still a risk of serious injury when participating in any recreational activity/program.

Understandably, not all hazards and dangers can be foreseen. Depending on the particular activity, participants must understand that certain risks, dangers and injuries due to inclement weather, slipping, falling, poor skill level or conditioning, carelessness, horseplay, unsportsmanlike conduct, premises defects, inadequate or defective equipment, inadequate supervision, instruction or officiating and all other circumstances inherent to indoor and outdoor recreational activities/programs exist. In this regard, it must be recognized that it is impossible for the City of Johnson City to guarantee absolute safety.

Administration Main Number (423) 283-5815

Park Services John Grindstaff, Park Services Manager (423) 975-2670

Memorial Park Community Center Main Number (423) 434-5750

Roger Blakeley, Parks Director (423) 283-5815

Roger Cox, Assistant Manager (423) 975-2670

Recreation Services Desk (423) 434-5749

James Ellis, Assistant Director (423) 434-5771

Cindy Bogart, Administrative Coordinator (423) 975-2670

Senior Services Desk (423) 434-6237

Missy Hollifield, Office Manager (423) 283-5870

Recreation Services Sam Miller, Recreation Services Manager (423) 283-5820

Aquatics Desk Memorial Park Community Center (423) 434-5755

Linda Guess, Clerical Specialist (423) 283-5815

Herb Greenlee, Carver Center Supervisor (423) 461-8831

Amanda Hollifield, Operations Manager (423) 434-5753

Mary Ann Kinch, Marketing & Events (423) 283-5827

Karen Henninger, Aquatics Supervisor (423) 434-5754

Kelly Finney, Center Supervisor (423) 434-5758

Michele Smith, Accounts Clerk (423) 283-5828

Freedom Hall Pool (423) 461-4872

Tina Sparks, Maint./Custodial Supervisor (423) 434-2056

Picnic Pavilion Rentals (423) 283-5815 www.myjcparks.org

Memorial Park Community Center Pool Receptionist (423) 434-5759

Golf Jim Hughes, Golf Director (423) 483-5838

Athletics David Carmichel, Athletic Manager (423) 283-5825 Softball & T-Ball Text Alerts Text: cojc.7 Number: 77943

Mary Lee Baker, Center Supervisor Princeton Arts Center (423) 283-5800

Buffalo Valley Golf Course (423) 743-5021

Batter’s Up Batting Cages (423) 283-9633

Connie Deegan, Program Coordinator (423) 283-5821

Pine Oaks Golf Course (423) 434-6250

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The department operates the indoor aquatics facilities at Freedom Hall (423) 461-4872, Memorial Park Community Center (423) 434-5575, and the outdoor pool on Legion Street (423) 461-4856.

Swim Lessons Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Teaching Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 for availability Dates: Vary with each session Times: Vary with each session Age: Beginner – Advanced 4-13 years Cost: $40 per session per child for Beginner – Advanced Water you wading for? Learn to swim! Beginner through Advanced consists of eight 30 minute lessons for $40.

Beginner: This level is for beginners who have had little to no experience in the water, outside of the bathtub. The swimmers will work on gaining confidence and competence in the pool environment including submersion and breath control. To move into the intermediate level, the swimmer should be able to demonstrate going under water for 5 or more seconds, floating on front and back with little to no assistance, kicks on front and back with little to no assistance, doggie paddling with little to no assistance, and entering and exiting the water safely.

Intermediate: This level will begin training swimmers to complete all skills in the water with no assistance. Swimmers will start developing freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke. To move on to the Advanced level, the swimmer must demonstrate floating on front and back and then regaining to their feet, streamline gliding on front and back with leg action, freestyle arm action with support, backstroke arm action with support, rolling to front and back, sculling, and water safety knowledge.

Advance: This session will develop competency in freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke. Swimmers will also begin learning butterfly and flip turns. When the skills are completely learned in this level, the swimmer should be ready to join a swim team.

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Arthritis

Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6-7 pm Cost: $3/class, $25/month High intensity water aerobics program geared towards individuals who are looking to push their limits. All equipment is provided. Instructor: Kim McLeod

Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Therapy Pool) Call: 423) 434-5755 Date: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday 11am – 11:40 am Cost: $3 per class or $25/ month Have a form of arthritis? This is an activity that can help manage the symptoms of arthritis. This class helps get you moving with a low impact exercise. It is held in our therapy pool which is equipped with a handicap lift.

Instructor: Heidi Perry

SliverSneakers® Splash

Deep Water Aerobics

Cardio Waves

Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Therapy Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Tuesday and Thursday 11:45 am - 12:45 pm Cost: SliverSneakers® members only.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Therapy Pool) Sliver Sneakers® Splash is a fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. Instructor: Heidi Perry

Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 9–10 am Cost: $3 per class or $25/ per month Looking for a challenging workout? Get in over your head with us for some intense water aerobics. This class uses floatation belts to keep you afloat while doing exercises in deep water. The focus is on toning, cardiovascular, endurance and core work. No swimming skills needed. Instructor: Kim McLeod

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Morning Water Aerobics

Power Walking

Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9-10 am Cost: $3 per class or $25/ month Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Get in shape, enjoy a shallow water class which combines cardiovascular work, muscle toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided. A doctor’s clearance is required before participating in the class. Instructor: Heidi Perry

Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10 –10:45 am Cost: $3/class or $20/per month Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) This shallow water locomotion class is perfect for those who need a workout but require a low impact program. A doctor’s clearance is advised before participating in the class. Instructor: Heidi Perry

Evening Water Aerobics Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Tuesday and Thursday 6– 7:00 pm Cost: $3/class or $25/per month Get in shape, enjoy a shallow water class which combines cardiovascular work, muscle toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided. A doctor’s clearance is required before participating in the class. Instructor: Heidi Perry

Lap Swim at Freedom Hall Location: Freedom Hall Pool Call: (423) 461-4872 Date and Time: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 7:30–8:45 pm Saturday 11 am–1 pm Cost: $2/person

Lap Swim at Memorial Park Community Center Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date and Time: Monday-Friday 7-8:30 am Monday-Friday 11:30 am-1:30 pm Monday-Friday 7-8:45pm Saturday 11 am-1 pm Cost: $2/person

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Senior Lap Swim

Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date and Time: Monday-Friday 1:30–3:30 pm Cost: $2/person Need time to swim? We offer several options, whether your choice is swimming laps, aqua jogging or just doing your own thing we have a time to fit your needs.

The senior lap swim program is for those ages 55 or older.

Recreation swim time is perfect for bringing the

kids to play. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by someone at least 16 years of age or older.

Any child 6 and under

must be kept at arms length of an adult at all times. Patrons must exit the building 15 minutes after the close of open swim.

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Recreation swim time is perfect for bringing the kids to play. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by someone at least 16 years of age or older. Any child 6 or younger must be within arm’s length of an adult at all times. Patrons must exit the pool 15 minutes after the close of open swim.

Open Swim at Freedom Hall Pool Location: Freedom Hall Pool Call: (423) 461-4872 Friday 7–8:45 pm (Year Round) Saturday 1–4:45 pm (Year Round) Cost: $3 (ages 13 and up) $2 (ages 4–12) Free (ages 3 and under)

Open Swim Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date and Time: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 4-5:45 pm Saturday 1-4:45 pm Cost: $3 (ages 13 and up) $2 (ages 12 and under) Free (ages 3 and under)

Mommy and Me Swim Time Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Teaching Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date and Time: Monday-Friday 12-2 pm (August – May) Monday-Friday 1-2 pm (June – July) Ages: 4 and under Cost: $1/visit Parents are you looking for a time when it is less crowded to bring your little ones to the pool? The shallow end of the pool has been set aside for you and your little one to enjoy the water. All that are not potty trained must wear a swim diaper.

Home School Swim Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Teaching Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date and Time: Tuesday and Thursday 2:00 pm-4:00 pm Ages: Open to all ages Cost: $3 for 13 and older $2 for 12 and under A time to swim during Memorial Park Community Center’s home school P. E. program.

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Masters Swimming Freedom Hall Location: Freedom Hall Pool Call: (423) 833-5595 Date: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 6–7 am Age: 18 and older Cost: $50/month Join this group of adult swimming enthusiasts for organized workouts supervised by a professional coach.

Participants range in ability from novice to former high school and college athletes. This motivational group will get you into shape, help train you for triathlons, and improve your techniques!

Instructor: Chris Coraggio

Kayak Roll Class Location: Freedom Hall Pool Call: (423) 461-4872 Date: Tuesday 7:30–8:45 pm Age: 5 and older Cost: $2 per class Need a place to practice with your Kayak? Come join us in the pool to perfect your Kayak skills. Kayaks are not provided. Note: This is not an open swim must be in a kayak for the majority of the time. Requirements: Must be able to swim 25 meters freestyle without stopping to participate.

Cost: $10 for groups of 10 (must have minimum of 10) Registration: Call to reserve a date one week in advance Reservations required. This time is set aside for Boy and Girl Scout troops to work on their water skills that are necessary to obtain badges. If you would like for our team members to assist with instruction, please bring skill requirements prior to your scheduled date. Reservations must be made one week prior to scheduled date.

Troop leaders, please come prepared!

Glow Stick Swim Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: January 8 Time: 7-8:45 pm Cost: $2 12/under $3 13/under Memorial Park Community Center will be turning the lights down low and the music up loud for a Glow Stick Swim.

Come ring in the New Year with us as we fill the pool with glow sticks! You’ll have a glowing good time!

Scout Water Badges Location: Freedom Hall Pool Call: (423) 461-4872 Time: Thursdays 7:30–8:45 pm 27

Guests will be asked to exit the water 15minutes prior to the end of their party and exit the building by the end of their party time.

Pool Parties at Memorial Park Community Center Pool Parties at Freedom Hall Pool Location: Freedom Hall Pool Call: (423) 461-4872 Saturday Party Times: 1– 2 pm 2:10–3:10 pm 3:20–4:20 pm Note: Saturday party room rentals are held during open swim time (1–4:45 pm). Participants can swim anytime from 1:00 - 4:45.

The party room can be rented for 1 hour so that guests can eat and open their gifts. The cost of the party room is $25. Swimmers and non-swimmers will pay a rate of $1 per person for their party guests.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Pool Call: (423) 434-5755 Date and Time: Saturdays 5-7 pm Cost: $90/2 hours (2 hour minimum includes 3 lifeguards) Parties are scheduled in 2-hour time slots.

The time includes 2 hours with 2 lifeguards and up to 50 guests, which include swimmers and non-swimmers. Additional fees are required for additional guests. Guests will be asked to exit the water 15 minutes prior to the end of their party and exit the building by the end of their 2-hour slot.

Sunday Party Time: (Private Pool Party) 1– 3 pm 3:30–5:30 pm Cost: $90/2 hours (2 hour minimum includes 2 lifeguards) 51-100 swimmers, add 1 guard $35 / 2 hours 101-150 swimmers, add 2 guards $65 / 2 hours 151-200 swimmers, add 3 guards $95 / 2 hours Sunday parties are private parties that run in 2-hour time slots. The time includes 2 hours with 2 lifeguards and up to 50 guests, which includes swimmers and non-swimmers.

Additional fees are required for more guests.

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Drawing Class Level 2

Drawing Class Level 1 Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: open enrollment Date: Thursdays Time: 5:30-6:30pm Ages: 12 and Up Cost: $30 This class will teach students the basic skills of drawing. How artists use their vision subjectively and creatively, to create works of art. Taking basic shape and form to see how they interact into the environment.

Students will use different materials to form shapes, building eye-hand coordination, and building on drawing skills.

Instructor: Michael Hammonds

Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: open enrollment Date: Thursdays Time: 2-3pm Ages: Adults Cost: $40 This class will teach students the skills of drawing that will help form complex shapes. How artists look at overlapping shape, light, texture, line and shadow to draw out objects. Instructor: Michael Hammonds

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Sketch Book Out and About

Life Drawing Intro

Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: open enrollment Date: Thursdays Time: 5-6pm Ages: 12 and Up Cost: $40 Students will discover the beauty and art all -around Johnson City with our sketch books. This class will explore drawing outside of the classroom. Students will look and study subject matter indoor and outdoor spaces, building, streets, parks and environment. We will discuss and critique what each student has sketched.

Instructor: Michael Hammonds

Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: open enrollment Date: Wednesdays Time: 2-3pm Ages: Adults Cost: $40 This class will discover the art of drawing the human body. How Artist use their vision subjectively and creatively to study the head, hands, feet, and full body.

Student will be viewing shapes, mass, and structure of the body. Student will use various drawing materials to form shapes, building eye-hand coordination, and building on drawing skills.

Instructor: Michael Hammonds

Color Theory Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: open enrollment Date: Wednesdays Time: 5:30-6:30pm Ages: Adults Cost: $40 This class will view color in a new way and use it in art. Students will explore the world of color, color wheel, and color value. Students will use different materials to improve their understanding of color.

Instructor: Michael Hammonds

Open Studio Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: Open Date: Tuesdays Time: 5-7pm Ages: All Cost: Free Welcome all Artists of all ages to come together at Princeton Arts Center for open studio time. We have space, table, chairs, and water. What you need are your art supplies, art that you are working on, and a good time with other. Artists bring your latest work to show and get feedback from other artists. Instructor: Michael Hammonds 30

Adult Art

Floral Plaque Workshop

Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: Open Enrollment Date: Tuesdays Time: 2-3 pm Ages: Adults Cost: $5 per class Students will be introduced to various mediums to create your very own artwork.

Instructor: Michael Hammonds

Location: Memorial Park Community Center ((call: (423) 434-5749 Registration: Begins April 1, limited to the first 20 registrants’ Date: April 19 Time: 3-5 pm Cost: Free Ages: All Are you interested in creating unusual creative floral designs? Members of the Shady Oaks Garden Club will be presenting a workshop in the Arts and Crafts room. The workshop will be limited to the first 20 participants and no prior experience is necessary. You will be making a floral plaque which is a design of a plant material and other components attached to a background panel. The finished plaque will be 8” x8” and can be supported on a small easel (not provided) or you will have the choice of putting a hanger on the back. You are also invited to enter your plaque in the upcoming Shady Oaks Garden Club Flower Show.

Artist of the Month Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: Open Date: Monthly Time: Gallery Hours, 9-6pm Ages: All Cost: 10% commission Calling all Artists to display their original art work on a monthly basis. An Open reception date is available for reservation to showcase to friends and family.

Instructor: Michael Hammonds

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Afterschool Artists

Tiny Artists Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: open enrollment Date: Tuesdays or Wednesdays Time: 10-10:30am Ages: 18mo to 3yrs Cost: $25 per month Your tiny artist will get to explore their creativity, use a variety of basic art tools, and socialize with others. A parent must be present.

Instructor: Michael Hammonds

Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: open enrollmet Date: Tuesdays or Wednesdays Time: 4-4:45pm Ages: 6-11yrs Cost: $35 This class will develop knowledge of art materials and their functions while allowing children to create 2-D and 3-D artwork.

Instructor: Michael Hammonds

Preschool Artist Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: open enrollment Date: Tuesdays or Wednesdays Time: 1-1:30pm Ages: 3-5yrs Cost: $30 per month This class will build knowledge of basic art techniques and give preschoolers freedom to express their ideas through painting, sculpture, collage, and a variety of other art forms. Instructor: Michael Hammonds 32

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Location: Carver Recreation Center (423) 461-8830 The after school program follows the school year for grades K –12. Space is limited. Cost for the school year is $50 per person, which includes Kids Café, tutoring, exercise, and nutrition counseling, transportation from select schools, and field trips. A transportation form and application must be completed prior to enrollment. Forms are available at Carver Recreation Center, 322 W. Watauga Avenue. Schedule runs January through March.

Schedule: Program

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Time

Age

Homework Help

Monday - Thursday

3 - 5:30 pm

6-18

Computer Lab

Mondays

5:30 - 6:30 pm

6-8

Tuesdays

5:30 - 6:30 pm

9 - 12

Thursdays

5:30 - 6:30 pm

13 - 18

Meet the Doc

Monday, Tuesday, Friday

4 - 5 pm

Gym Activities

Monday through Friday

4:15 - 5:30 pm

Grades K-12 Grades K– 12

NAACP Blood Drive Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Monday, January 18 Time: Noon - 6 pm Ages: 18 and up Please donate to help those in need.

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Teen Center

Chess and Checker Club

Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Monday- Friday Time: 5-7 pm Ages: 7th – 12th grades Cost: Free Teens will have different activities on a daily basis such as Wii, Billiards, Foosball, arts & crafts, & career development (guest speakers on various topics) the teen room will consist of providing a place for teens that is safe and fun with adult supervision and good peer support. We hope to affect lives & influence the future choices and good decisions for our teens.

Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Last Monday of each month beginning January 25 Practice: Second Monday of each month Time: 5-6 pm Ages: Boys and Girls 6-18 Cost: Free Learn the game of Kings! Chess helps to develop fie areas of the brain while impeding the development of diseases such as Alzheimer's. Chess benefits your brain!

Nutrition Program /E.T.S.U. Students

Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8831 Date: Mondays & Wednesdays (Jan.-Mar.) Time: 4-5 pm Teen Zone Location: Memorial Park Community Center Ages: K-12 Cost: Free (Game Room) Year-round learning with nutritional games Call: (423) 434-6237 and fun-to-make snacks lead by ETSU Date: Monday-Friday Dietetic students. The curriculum will help Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm young people understand “Energy Balance” Ages: 13-17 years and healthy lifestyle choice.

Cost: Free Are you looking for a place to hang out with your friend’s after school? Well, we have the Computer Lab place you are looking for! Join us MondayLocation: Carver Recreation Center Friday from 3-5pm in the game room to play Call: (423) 461-8830 foosball, ping pong, air hockey, and much Date: Wednesdays more. During this time the game room will Time: 5:30-6:30 pm be supervised by a staff member and open Ages: Adults to teens only. Our staff will also be on hand Cost: Free to help with any homework assistance that Free time in the computer lab is set aside you might need. just for adults.

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Free Fridays

Basketball, Football, Soccer, Baseball, Golf, Recreation Sports, Playground Games, PE Games with a Home school Twist, Fitness Building, Running, and Rope Jumping Activities.

Location: Carver Recreation Center

Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Friday’s each month Time: 4 pm Ages: 6 and up Youth will enjoy arts and crafts, gym games, N2iT Karate with a few field trips and sports thrown into Location: Memorial Park Community the mix.

Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Family Game Room Date: Monday (begins January 18) Location: Memorial Park Community Time & Ages: Center (Game Room) 5:45-6:30pm Ages 4-9 Call: (423) 434-5749 6:30-7:15pm Ages 10+ Date: Monday-Friday 7:15-8:00pm All yellow belts Time: 6-8 pm Cost: $7/class Ages: Open to families of all ages Try out this unique 17-week Martial Arts Cost: Free program. Concentration, discipline, Families, enjoy using the game room at confidence, self-control, respect, and Memorial Park with your children! During much more will be taught during this this time all children under the age of 17 class. A one-time $5 registration fee is must be accompanied by an adult, 21 or required. older.

Home School P.E. Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Tuesday & Thursday (January 5– May 12) Time: 1 pm-2 pm Ages: 6-18 years Cost: $3 per class or $5 for the week This class will help provide your children with the understanding of physical education and its importance. The intent is to encourage fitness and health, as well as the benefits of team-building, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play. Together we will learn the basics and fundamentals of sports including:

N2iT Cheer Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Wednesday (begins January 20) Time & Ages: 5:45-6:30pm Ages 4-6 6:30-7:15pm Ages 7-9 7:15-8:00pm Ages 10+ Cost: $7/class Description: Come be a part of this one of a kind 17-week cheerleading experience. We combine cheer and pom dance into one curriculum. Our techniques include motion drills, jump stations, and stunting. Students will learn cheers, chants, and dance routines.

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Glamour Girlz

Hip Hop

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday Time: 5:45-6:30 pm Ages: 6-10 years Cost: $40/month Tap, Ballet, and Hip Hop. An energetic dance class with FUN age appropriate lessons & routines within each dance style all rolled up into one class! Teaches basic tap & ballet technique along with awesome Hip Hop dances and drills! Improves coordination, grace, and self-confidence! Seasonal dance parties and June stage production recital!

Pre-registration is required.

Location: Memorial Park Communtiy Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday Time: 7-7:30 pm Ages: 8+ Cost: $35/month Fun, high energy dance class where participants learn Hip Hop combinations and routines. Hip Hop is a great class that can be taken for weight loss and building coordination. Popular class for teens who love to dance. Take weekly for fun or participate in the June recital or community events. Pre-registration is required.

“Gypsy Heart” Ballet Belly Dance Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday Time: 7:30-8 pm Ages: All ages Cost: $35/month Graceful fusion belly dance using coined hip skirts! This class will teach the basic belly dance movements incorporating ballet, within this enchanting dance style. This class is appropriate for all ages, and is a beautiful class for gaining grace and poise through self-expression. Take for exercise or perform with the Gypsy Heart Dancers.

Instructor: Amy Simmons, former Ms. American Clogger.

Tumbling Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Tuesday (Feb 2-April 26) Time: 5-6 pm Ages: 6-9 Cost: $20/month Develop basic fundaments of tumbling such as cartwheels, backbends, handstands, and much more. Our instructors focus on your child’s individual ability and encourage fun through games and instruction. This a a beginner level class. You must pre-register for this class to secure your spot. Each class is limited to 8 participants. participants. Child MUST be potty trained to attend this class.

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Mommy and Me Tumbling Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Pre-school Tumbling Date:; Wednesday (Feb 3-April 27) Location: Memorial Park Community Time: 11:11:30 am Center Ages: 1-3 Call: (423) 434-5749 Cost: $15/month Date: Wednesday (February 3-April 27) Develop basic fundamentals in tumbling Time: 10:00-10:30am through the use of a variety of equipment Ages: 3-5 and movements. Our instructor focus on Cost: $15/month your child’s individual ability and encourage Develop basic fundamentals in tumbling through games and instruction. Parents are through the use of a variety of equipment required to be with the child and assist and movements. Our instructors focus on them during this class. You must preyour child's individual ability and encourage register for this class to secure your spot. fun through games and instruction. TumClass is limited to 6 participants. bling is a great way to get your child on the right track to playing sports through the imPre-school Craft and Story Hour plementation of coordination and balance control. You must pre-register for this class Location: Memorial Park Community Center to secure your spot. Class is limited to 6 Call: (423) 434-6237 participants Date: Thursdays (January 8-March 3) Time: 11:00am-12:00pm Advanced Pre-school Tumbling Ages: 3-5 (parents required to participate) Location: Memorial Park Community Cost: $20/8-week session Center Pre-school Craft and Story Hour is a great Call: (423) 434-5749 way to enjoy some educational time with Date: Wednesday (February 3-April 27) your child! Children will enjoy listening to a Time: 10:30-11:00am different book each week. Along with Ages: 3-5 reading each child will participate in a craft Cost: $15/month or activity theme along with the book, and This is an advanced tumbling class for pre- complete fun coloring sheets! Preschoolers that goes beyond the basics! registration is required. The one-time Tumbling is a great way to get your child on payment of $20 will cover the entire the right track to playing sports through the 8-week course. implementation of coordination and balance cheerleading while being a part of a team. control. You must take the Preschool Tum- Orange & White Poms can be ordered. bling class and be moved into this class by Pre-registration is required. the instructor. Child MUST be potty trained to attend this class.

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Tiny Miss Tennessee Cheerleading

Glitter Dolls

Location: Memorial Park Community

Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday Time: 4:30-5 pm Ages: 3-5 Cost: $35/month Basics of Cheerleading, Cheer Dance, Pom Pom, Basic Stunts, and Floor Tumbling.

GREAT class for the aspiring cheerleaders!

Learn many aspects of

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday Time: 5-5:45 pm Ages: 3-5 Cost: $40/month Creative movement, beginning Tap, Ballet and Acro Hoop Hop. An exciting dance class for the budding ballerina! Many dance styles taught within age appropriate dances and drills. Acting through movements, Tap, and basic Ballet along with original Acro Hoop Hop using hula hoops for balance in Fun Acro Hoop Hop routines. Weekly dance/art coloring with “Miss Tu Tu!” Seasonal dance parties and June recital. Parents are welcome and invited to dance along in weekly classes. Pre-registration is required.

Pre-K PE Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Tuesday & Thursday (Jan. 5-May 12) Time: 1:1:30 pm (30 minutes free play to follow) Ages: 3-5 years Cost: $2/class This class will help provide your children with the understanding of physical education and its importance. The intent is to encourage fitness and health, as well as the benefits of team building, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play. Together we will learn the basics and fundamentals of sports including: basketball, soccer, baseball recreational sports, playground games, PE games, fitness building, running, and rope jumping activities.

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Mountain Dulcimer Classes

Floral Plaque Workshop Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Registration: Begins April 1, limited to the first 20 registrants Date: April 19 Time: 3-5 pm Cost: Free Ages: All Are you interested in creating unusual creative floral designs? Members of the Shady Oaks Garden Club will be presenting a workshop in the Arts and Crafts room. The workshop will be limited to the first 20 participants and no prior experience is necessary. You will be making a floral plaque which is a design of a plant material and other components attached to a background panel. The finished plaque will be 8” x8” and can be supported on a small easel (not provided) or you will have the choice of putting a hanger on the back. You are also invited to enter your plaque in the upcoming Shady Oaks Garden Club Flower Show.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Date: Tuesdays Time: 1–2:30 pm Ages: Adult Cost: $35 for eight sessions Learn to play the old time mountain Dulcimer with Willis Jones. Class dates will be February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and April 5. Please pre-register and pay.

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Pre-school Open Gym Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Tuesday & Thursday Time: 10:30 am-Noon Ages: 5 and under Cost: Free Participants will enjoy unstructured free play with parents (parental supervision required).

Equipment will be provided. Times are subject to change due to other programs and events.

Open Gym Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday-Friday 3-5 pm (closed 1st & 3rd Friday) Saturday 1-5 pm Ages: Open to all ages (12 & under must be accompanied by an adult)

Cost: Free Enjoy a game of pick-up basketball or just come shoot around at the Memorial Park Community Center gymnasium. Court 1 will be used for shoot around basketball, and Court 2 will be used for open run. Times are subject to change due to programs and events.

Start Smart Soccer Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Thursday (January 21-February 25) Time: 5:30-6:30 pm Ages: 3-5 years Cost: $25 city resident/$35 non city This NAYS (National Alliance for Youth Sports) program is a great way to get your child involved at a young age. Start Smart Soccer focuses on teaching children and their parents’ basic motor skills necessary to plan organized soccer while they work oneon-one and spend quality time with their parents. Skills such as shooting, passing, kicking, and running will be taught during the course. Held once a week for 6 weeks, the exercise will become increasingly more difficult as the class progresses and the children show improvement. Parents are REQUIRED to participate with their children. Price includes a t-shirt for the child. Registration begins December 14 online and at Memorial Park Community Center.

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Start Smart Golf

Dodge, Dip, Dive, Duck: Dodgeball!

Location: Memorial Park Community

Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Thursday (April 7-May 12) Time: 5:30-6:30 pm Ages: 5-7 years Cost: $25 city resident/$35 non city This NAYS (National Alliance for Youth Sports) program is a great way to get your child involved at a young age. Start Smart Golf focuses on teaching children and their parents’ basic motor skills necessary to play golf while they work one-on-one and spend quality time with their parents. Held once a week for 6 weeks, the exercise will become increasingly more difficult as the class progresses and the children show improvement. Parents are REQUIRED to participate with their children. Price includes a t-shirt for the child. Registration begins March 1 online and at Memorial Park Community Center.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Date: Fridays (monthly) Time: 3-5 pm Ages: 13-17 Cost: Free Description: Come by Memorial Park Community Center and experience all that dodgeball has to offer. This monthly program, designed specifically for teens, is sure to get you hooked on the game! Come any time between 3:00-5:00pm and we'll get you in a game.

Glow Ball 3V3 Tournament Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Registration: February 12-March 11 Date: March 12 Time: 11 am-5 pm Ages: 16+ Cost: $20/team Description: Glow in the dark basketball, enough said. Games will be played in 15 minute increments. Double elimination tournament. Four players per team. Winners will receive a prize. Pre-registration is required. Pre-register at Memorial Park Community Center.

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Spring Break Camp (Washington County Schools)

Location: Memorial Park Community Spring Break Fun Adventures Center Call: 423) 434-5749 Camp Call: (423) 434-5749 Location: Carver Recreation Center Registration: February 15 Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: March 21-25 Date: March 14th -18th 2016 Time: 9am-4pm Time: 9:00 a .m. – 4:00 p.m. (Early Ages: 6-12 7:30a.m. – Late 5:30 p.m.) $2.00 per day.

Cost: $40/child Ages: k-12 Enjoy Spring Break at MPCC; the kids will Cost: Free if Registered in After School be out of school for the week of March Program ($25.00 per child if not) 21-25. During camp they will enjoy sports, The camp will consist of Fun Activities such art and crafts, movies, games, and swimas Swimming, Putt Putt, Movies & Fenders ming. Please pack a lunch and bring swim Farm. Lunch & Snacks will be served daily clothes for your child every day. Camp is during the week of camp. from 9:00am-4:00pm with an option for early and late pick up 7:30am-5:15pm for Spring Break Camp (Johnson City an additional $10. Limited to first 80 paid participants!

Schools) Location: Memorial Park Community

Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Registration: February 15 Date: March 14-18 Time: 9am-4pm Ages: 6-12 Cost: $40/child Enjoy Spring Break at MPCC; the kids will be out of school for the week of March 1418. During camp they will enjoy sports, art and crafts, movies, games, and swimming.

Please pack a lunch and bring swim clothes for your child every day. Camp is from 9:00am-4:00pm with an option for early and late pick up 7:30am-5:15pm for an additional $10. Limited to first 80 paid participants!

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First Day Hike

Naturally Yours II, Fall into Winter

Location: Willow Springs Park Call: (423) 283-5821 Date: January 1 Time: 1-2:30 pm Ages: Families Fee: $1/person Hikers will meet in the main parking lot.

After you crawl out of bed and into a New Year, put your best foot forward and consider a local hike with a bit of winter nature thrown in! We will take it easy on this mile long walk with stops and explanations of Willow Spring’s winter environment. Then go home and put the fee up ...

Location: Memorial Park Community Center - Senior Services Call: (423) 283-5821 Date: February 22 Time: 10:30-11:30 am Ages: Children 7+ and Adults Fee: Free Join a group of interested folks and file away interesting facts about our native plants and animals as the northeast Tennessee fall turns into winter. All photographs used in the discussion were taken in the immediate area.

Naturally Yours I, Fall into Winter Location: Memorial Park Community Center - Senior Services Call: (423) 283-5821 Date: January 25 Time: 10:30-11:30 am Ages: Children 7+ and Adults Fee: Free This is an opportunity to painlessly gather information about snippets of the natural northeast Tennessee outdoors. With the help of photographs and lively discussion between the narrator and those present, folks will effortlessly learn more about things found in our surrounding area. If you attend the first one, you’ll want to attend all, but programs are also good on a standalone basis.

Naturally Yours III, Spring into Summer Location: Memorial Park Community Center - Senior Services Call: (423) 283-5821 Date: March 28 Time: 10:30-11:30 am Ages: Children 7+ and Adults Fee: Free Ahh, spring! Do yourself a favor and as you head outside to observe spring making its fast and furious appearance; make this the year that you learn some interesting stories about our local plants, animals, and parks in this give-and-take discussion.

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Naturally Yours IV, Spring into Summer

Location: Memorial Park Community Center - Senior Services Call: (423) 283-5821 Date: April 25 Time: 10:30-11:30 am Ages: Children 7+ and Adults Fee: Free As we approach summer, consider this opportunity to gather informative tidbits of the natural northeast Tennessee outdoors. With the help of photographs and discussions between the narrator and those present, attendees will effortlessly learn about things found in our surrounding natural areas.

Did You Know? Female cardinals choose males based partially on how red they are.

Bluebell Wildflower Hike Location: Winged Deer Park Call: (423) 283-5821 Date: April 2 Time: 10-11:15 am or 1-2:15 pm Ages: Families Fee: $1/person Simply put, they are BEAUTIFUL! Winged Deer Park has the largest collection of naturalized Bluebell flowers in Northeast Tennessee and they only bloom for a short window of time. Join us for this slow paced stroll around the ‘back forty’ letting the Bluebells provide our centerpiece as we take advantage of many other things that the park has to offer.

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Weight Room Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Monday - Sunday Year Round Time: 9 am-2:30 pm Monday-Friday 5:30-7 pm Saturday 1-6 pm Sunday Ages: 13 and up Cost: Youth & Women $3/month Ages 18 and up - $7/month Equipped with a Universal Weight Station, free weights, bench press, and squat bar.

Health Coaching Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: Rachel (423) 827-6887 Date: By appointment only Cost: $30/45-minute session Are you interested in improving your health, but you’re not sure where to start? Health coaching can help you take your health to the next level no matter where you are today!

Work with Rachel Irwin, Certified Wellness Coach, to set health goals and get the support and encouragement you need to achieve those goals. Rachel is also a Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer, and she can help you start or improve your fitness habit. Maybe you need help getting into a consistent exercise routine? Perhaps you need help knowing which exercises will be safe in light of your unique health issues?

Maybe you need safe core exercises to help you deal with your back trouble? Or, maybe you just need a fresh routine? Whether you

are getting started or looking to boost your current exercise plan, Rachel would love to work with you if your interested in health coaching or personal fitness training.

Tweetsie Trail Group Ride Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Thursdays (beginning March 3) Time: 5:30 pm Cost: Free Ages: All ages Join The Bike Shop every Thursday Night at Memorial Park Community Center for a Tweetsie Trail Group ride. We will meet in the lobby of Memorial Park Community Center at 5:30pm. All bike types and skill levels are welcome! Lights are encouraged.

Beginner Yoga Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday Time: 4:30-5:45 pm Cost: $5/class Ages: 18+ This is an introduction into the basics of yoga and meditation. Focus placed on the basics of relaxation and beginner yoga poses. Learn the benefits of this exercise as you build flexibility and balance.

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Speed and Agility Training

“Just-Breathe” Yoga

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Time: 5-6 pm Cost: Free Ages: Middle School-College Improve your quickness-explosion and lateral movement with intense interval training. This class includes box jumps, jump rope, speed drills, weights, and strength training. This is a good class for athletes that want to improve their skills.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Tuesday & Thursday Time: 11 am-12:30 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: $5/class Join us for a breath of fresh air as we explore the world of yoga postures, breathing practices, and relaxation techniques.

Focus is on precise alignment of postures, emphasizing the body awareness and mental clarity.

Foundations of Yoga

Zumba

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Mondays Time: 5:45-7 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: $5/class Build muscle, balance, and flexibility while learning to control your breathing and relax.

This is an intermediate yoga class.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Thursday Time: 7-7:45 pm Ages: 16+ Cost: $3/class Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will blow you away.

Our goal is simple; we want you to work out, to love your workout and get hooked on exercises. Taught by a licensed Zumba Instructor.

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Zumba Kids

Cardio Kickboxing

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Thursday (beginning Feb. 26) Time: 5:30-6 pm Ages: 3-12 Cost: $5 Zumba® Kids classes feature kid-friendly routines based on original Zumba® choreography. We break down the steps, add games, activities and cultural exploration elements into the class structure. Helps develop a healthy lifestyle and incorporate fitness as a natural part of children's lives by making fitness fun. Classes incorporate key childhood development elements like leadership, respect, team work, confidence, self-esteem, memory, creativity, coordination, cultural awareness.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Thursday (beginning Feb. 26) Time: 6-6:45 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: $5 This popular training program comes to life as our instructors teach you how to punch, kick, and block your way through a fun and challenging cardiovascular workout! Increases cardiovascular, strengthens muscles, increases coordination. Burn up to 700 calories/hour. This class is a combination of intense kickboxing moves as well as dance moves choreographed into high energy and motivating music. It’s the ultimate cardiovascular challenge that is a unique blend of intense intervals, strength/endurance training, and a relaxing cool down. Requires no previous experience.

Line Dance (Non-Partner) Location: Memorial Park Community Center Date: Thursday Time: 7:15-8:15 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: $5/class This intermediate line dance class will focus on more complex choreography and refine basic steps. Participants should already be comfortable with the basic steps.

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Youth Kickball Location: Winged Deer Park Soccer Fields Call: (423) 283-5822 Registration Deadline: March 6 Youth Soccer Date: Games will begin April 4 Location: Civitan and Winged Deer Park Time: TBD Call: (423) 283-5822 Ages: 6-8, 9-11 coed Registration Deadline: February 21 Date: Practices begin March 7 and games Cost: $25 for city residents, $30 for noncity residents, $20 late charge for any will begin April 2. registrations after March 6.

Time: TBD Ages: 3-4-5(coed), 6-7 and 8-9, 10-11 boys Description: Youth kickball for boys and girls ages 6-11. Teams are formed by and girls. elementary school districts. Registration Cost: $25 for City residents, $30 for nonwill begin February 1 and conclude March City residents. A $20 late registration fee 6. You may register at the Winged Deer applies after February 21.

Park Athletic Office or online at Description: Youth soccer for boys and www.myjcparks.com. girls, ages 3-11. Teams are formed by elementary school districts. Registration begins January 19 and goes until February Youth T-Ball Location: Carnegie Park 21. You may register in person at Winged Call: (423) 283-5822 Deer Athletic Office or online at Registration Deadline: March 20 www.myjcparks.com.

Date: Games will begin April 18 Time: TBD Ages: 4-6 Girls Cost: $25 for city residents, $30 for noncity residents. A $20 late charge applies for any registrations made after March 22.

Description: Youth t-ball for girls ages 5-6.

Teams are formed by elementary school districts. Registration will begin February 22 and conclude March 20. You may register at the Winged Deer Park Athletic Office or online at www.myjcparks.com.

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Youth Softball

Disc Golf

Location: Carnegie Park Call: (423 28.-5822 Registration Deadline: March 20 Date: Games will begin April 18 Time: TBD Ages: 7-8, 9-10, 11-13 Girls Cost: $25 for city residents, $30 for noncity residents. A$20 late charge applies for any registrations after March 22.

Description: Youth softball for girls ages 78, 9-10, 11-13. Teams are formed by elementary school districts. Registration will begin February 23 and conclude March 22. You may register at the Winged Deer Park Athletic Office or online at www.myjcparks.com.

Location: Winged Deer Park Call: (423) 283-5822 Date: Open year round Time: 8 am - 10 pm Ages: Open to all ages The golf course is located in the back area of the park off Carroll Creek Road.

Adult Softball Location: Winged Deer Park Call (423) 283-5822 Registration Deadline: April 4 Date: Games will begin April 18 Time: TBD Ages: Adults, 16-17-18 may play with parents permission Cost: $300 plus $5 for non city residents for coed teams. $400 plus $5 for city residents for men’s teams.

Description: Leagues offered are Men’s Open-Church and Coed Open-Church. Men’s leagues will play a 14 game schedule and Coed leagues will play a 10 game schedule. Registration fees, rosters and photo ID’s are due at time of registration. Registration will begin February 1.

Sand Volleyball Courts Sand volleyball courts are available on a first-come-first-serve basis at the following locations: Carver Park, Civitan Park, Kiwanis Park, Willow Springs Park, and Winged Deer Park lakefront.

Outdoor Basketball Courts Play is on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Outdoor courts are located at: Carnegie Park, Carver Park, Civitan Park, Kiwanis Park, Willow Springs Park, and Winged Deer Park

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Class

Loca on

Day

Time

Age

Cost

10 am

50+

$3/person Free for SilverSneakers

Tuesdays Thursdays

1 pm 8:30 am

50+

$2/session Free for SilverSneakers

Fridays

10 am

50+

$3/person Free for SilverSneakers

Tuesdays, Thursdays

11:45 am

50+

$3/person Free for SilverSneakers

SilverSneakers® Classic

Memorial Park Monday and Community Ctr. Wednesday

SilerSneakers® Yoga

Memorial Park Community Ctr.

SilverSneakers® Circuit

Memorial Park Community Ctr.

SilverSneakers® Splash

Memorial Park Community Ctr.

For More Information and to see if your qualify stop by: Monday through Friday 8 am - 4 pm Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert Street Johnson City, Tennessee

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Toning Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Monday and Wednesday Time: 8:30 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $2/session One hour full body toning with light cardio.

SilverSneakers® Classic Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Monday and Wednesday Time: 10 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $3/session (Free for SilverSneakers® eligible participant) A fun, activity class designed to increase strength, range of motion, agility, balance and coordination along with improving functional capacities, physical fitness and a sense of well-being. This class uses elastic tubing, hand-held weights and SilverSneakers® ball. Class can be done standing or sitting.

SilverSneakers® Circuit Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Friday Time: 10 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $3/session (Free for SilverSneakers® eligible participant) This class is designed to increase cardiovascular endurance and improve strength.

This is a low impact class which offers upper body strengthening. Participant should possess consistent skills in agility, coordination and balance.

SilverSneakers® Splash Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 11:45 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $3/session (Free for SilverSneakers® eligible participant) This class is a fun shallow-water movement class designed to increase agility and flexibility while also improving cardiovascular and strength endurance. No swimming ability is required.

SilverSneakers® Yoga Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesday and Thursday Time: 1 pm (Tues), 8:30 am (Thurs) Ages: 50+ Cost: $2/session (Free for SilverSneakers® eligible participant) This class is designed to increase flexibility, improve balance, and encourage mind 55

Tai Chi for Arthritis

Zumba Zeniors

Location: Memorial Park Community

Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Monday and Wednesday Time: 11 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $3/session Low-impact Tai Chi modified for seniors.

This class is easy on the joints, recommended by the Arthritis Foundation and CDC for arthritis relief and fall prevention.

Session includes stretching, body alignment and slow, controlled, mindful movement.

Improve your body and your mind.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: January Time: Tuesday and Thursday - 9:15-10:15 am Ages: Adults Cost: $3/session A low impact Zumba class designed for beginners of all ages and active older adults. Fun way to increase your daily activity.

Qigong

Brain-a-cise Location: Memorial Park Community Center 423) 434-6237 Date: Thursday Time: 4-5 pm Ages: Adults Cost: Free Your brain needs activity too. Join us for this one hour class providing stimulating activities for your brain. Don’t let those brain cells stay idle.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Monday and Wednesday Time: Noon Ages: 50+ Cost: $3/session Moving mediation: Gentle movements that stimulate the meridian system of the body.

Class includes warm-ups, stretching, breath work and learning one of the most popular Catch the Wave Series- Circuit and Qigong forms for health and relaxation. This class benefits all chronic conditions. Leave More Location: Memorial Park Community feeling energized and relaxed.

Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Seniors Hatha Yoga Date: Friday, January 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th Location: Memorial Park Community Time: 8:30 am Center Ages: 50+ Call: (423) 434-6237 Cost: $2/session Date: Wednesday Circuit, interval and cardiovascular activities Time: 6-7 pm using bands, hand-held weights and Ages: 25+ bodyweight. Class lasts one hour.

Cost: $5/session A great workout for your mind and body.

Instructor: Darlene Hatley.

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Title: Catch the Wave Series – Power Walking

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Friday, February 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th Time: 8:30 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $2 An inside walking program to improve gait and pace. Participant should be able to presently walk for 20 minutes. Please wear a wellsupported shoe and comfortable clothing.

Keep It Moving

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Friday, March 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th Time: 8:30 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $2/session A functional fitness program progressing through various stations of activity.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6231 Debbie Fogle Date: By Appointment Time: Varies Ages: 18+ Cost: $5/session, 6 sessions for $25 or 12 sessions for $48 A new supervised exercise for individuals who have finished Cardiac Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy or been told by your physician that you need to exercise but don’t know how. This program serves as the next step in your progression in establishing a safe, independent exercise program. A referral is required by your medical professional. Keep It Moving is an ideal program for the individual who is facing total joint replacement both before surgery and after finishing post-surgical physical therapy.

Functional Fitness Fridays

Sports Concussions

Catch the Wave Series- Active-Living Pump

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Friday, April 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th Time: 8:30am Ages: 50+ Cost: $2/session Each week will concentrate on a different form of functional fitness.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursday, January 7, 2016 Time: 6-7pm Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Description: Dr. Tanzid Shams, Neurologist, will be discussing sports concussions. Other discussion topics will be signs and symptoms, treatment, and when someone should come out of the game after receiving a blow to the head.

Great program for a parent, coach or any concerned person.

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Taking Control of Your Chronic Disease - Hypertension

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call (423) 434-6237 Date: February 3rd, 8th, 10th, 15th, 17th, 22nd, 24th, and March 2nd (2016) Time: 11 am-Noon Ages: Adult Cost: $8 for the series We want to help you take control of your hypertension. The program will kick off with a guest speaker on the first day talking about hypertension. The 4-week series will meet on Monday and Wednesday. It will include 30 minutes of education on hypertension and 30 minutes of exercise.

Please call 423-434-6237 to register.

Taking Control of Your Chronic Disease - Arthritis Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: April 6th, 11th, 13th, 18th, 20th, 25th, 27th, May 2nd, and 4th (2016 Time: 11 am-Noon Ages: Adult Cost: $8 for the series We want to help you take control of your arthritis. The program will kick off with a guest speaker on the first day talking about arthritis. The 4-week series will meet on Monday and Wednesday. It will include 30 minutes of education dealing with arthritis and 30 minutes of exercise.

Taking Control of Your Chronic Disease- Osteoporosis Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: June 1st, 6th, 8th, 13th, 15th, 20th, 22nd, 27th, and 29th (2016) Time: 11 am–Noon Ages: Adult Cost: $8 for the series We want to help you take control of your osteoporosis. The program will kick off with a guest speaker on the first day talking about osteoporosis. The 4-week series will meet on Monday and Wednesday. It will include 30 minutes of education about osteoporosis and 30 minutes of exercise.

Fasting Blood Sugar Checks Location: Memorial Park Community Center in First Aid Room Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Every Wednesday Time: 7:30-9 am Ages: Seniors 50+ Cost: Free Please do not eat or drink anything for 8 hours before this test. No appointment needed. Test is done with simple finger stick and you get your results immediately.

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Blood Pressure Screenings Location: Memorial Park Community

Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Monday- Saturday Time: 8-11 am Ages: All ages Cost: Free Each day at the center, you can get your blood pressure checked in two different locations. At the aquatics side, John David Grayson, RN is set up to take blood pressure. Blood pressure checks are also available in the First Aid Room Monday – Thursday during the nurse’s hours. You can bring your home machine and check its accuracy. No appointment required.

Nurse One on One Consults Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6235 to schedule an appointment Date: Monday - Thursday Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Would you like to talk to a nurse about a health concern? Have you been diagnosed with a new problem and would like to understand it better?

Hip Hikers to Warrior’s Path State Park Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursday, March 10th Time: 8 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $3 Beginning level, meet at the center, bring your own lunch. Reservation deadline: March 10th.

Hip Hikers to Laurel River Trail Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursday, March 17th Time: 8 am Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Intermediate level, meet at center, carpool and bring your own lunch. Reservation deadline: March 17th.

Hip Hikers to AT and Virginia Creeper Trail

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursday, March 24th Aging Without Fear Support Group Time: 8 am Meeting Ages: 50+ Location: Memorial Park Community Center Cost: Free Call:; (423) 434-6237 Intermediate level, meet at center, carpool st rd Date: Monthly on the 1 and 3 Thursdays event, and bring your own lunch. ReservaTime: 4-5 pm tion deadline March 24th.

Ages: 50+ Cost: Free

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Ballroom Dance Practice Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursday Line Dance with Martha Location: Memorial Park Community Center Time: 1 pm Ages: 50+ Call: (423) 434-6237 Cost: Free Date: Mondays Practice your dance steps to music from Time: 3:30 pm years gone by, make new friends and Ages: 50+ exercise your body and mind. No partner Cost: $6/week, SilverSneakers® receive required. discount

This class is for those who have completed the Absolute Beginner Line Dance class and are ready for more challenging steps and dances. Have fun, challenge your brain and body while burning some calories too!

Friday Night Dance

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Dance from 7- 10pm to a live band. Bring a snack to share during the break. Suggested Advanced Line Dancers (Dandy Line items include chips/dip, fruit, vegetable tray, crackers/cheese, finger sandwiches and Dancers) other desserts. Price is $5 if registered and Location: Memorial Park Community Center paid by noon on the day of the day, $7 at the Call: (423) 434-6237 door. For special dances, the ticket price is Date: Monday slightly higher and will be advertised as Time: 6 pm such. SilverSneakers® discount only apply Ages: 40+ to those who prepay.

Cost: Pay instructor directly No dances in January or February.

This class is for advanced line dancers.

March 4, 2016 – Kids Our Age This group practices and performs at the March 18, 2016 – Limited Edition center and in the community.

April 1, 2016 – Jerry Pierce and the Nightlife Band Ballroom Dance April 15, 2016 – Nostalgia Trio Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesday Time: 5:15 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Learn or polish your Fox Trot, Waltz, Tango, Cha-Cha, and other dance styles. Beginners to experienced are welcome. No partner necessary.

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Challenge Square Dance

Title: Johnson City Grand Squares

Location: Memorial Park Community Center

Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Monday Time: 2 pm Ages: Geared toward seniors, but all ages welcome Cost: $6 Join Don Williamson for this challenging square dance class.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: 2nd and 4th Friday evenings Time: 6:30-8:30 pm Ages: Geared toward seniors, but all ages welcome Cost: $6 New members welcome. Come and square dance the night away.

Advanced Square Dance Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesday Time: 6:30-8:30 pm Ages: Geared toward seniors, but all ages welcome Cost: $6 Don Williamson will be instructing this square dance class. Some experience recommended for this class.

Heart Strings

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: 1st, 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month Time: 10 am–Noon Ages: Adult Cost: Free Bring your instrument and join in this open group, playing a variety of songs including old hymns, bluegrass, country and folk muPlus Square Dance Location: Memorial Park Community Center sic.

Call: (423) 434-6237 Senior Chorale Date: Thursday Location: Memorial Park Community Time: 6:30-8:30 pm Center Ages: Geared toward seniors, but all ages Call: (423) 434-6237 welcome Date: Thursdays Cost: $6 Time: 10 am This class is for the beginner. Partners are recommended, but not mandatory. Class will Ages: 50+ Cost: Free be taught by Don Williamson.

Join this lively group who loves to sing a variety of songs including show tunes and popular songs. This group is led by Cherry Smith and accompanied on piano by Barbara Knisely. The group is open to anyone who is looking for a low stress, less demanding group with which to perform. No audition

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Needle and Fiber Arts

Musical Voices

Location: Memorial Park Community

Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays Time: 1–4 pm Ages: Adult Cost: Free A gathering of folks who are interested in the fiber arts. Bring your project to work on and share ideas and skills. Join this group to share and learn and enjoy the company of others while you work. Please clean up when you are finished and don’t store items at the Center.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays Time: 1 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Join this welcoming group if you desire to sing gospel music and share the joy of music with local nursing homes.

Acrylics Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesdays Time: 12:30 pm Ages: Adult Cost: $10 Join “Art” Holsclaw to paint and share.

Designed for beginners or experienced painters. Registration deadline is Monday before each class.

Writer’s Circle Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: 2nd & 4th Thursdays Time: 10 am Ages: Adult Cost: Free Join this group to share ideas for writing better stories and share your own writings for discussion with the group.

“It’s Craft Time” ~ Seasonal Spring Wreath

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Mountain Dulcimer Classes Date: Thursday April 14, 21, 28 Location: Memorial Park Community Cen- Time: 1–2 pm ter Ages: Adult Date: Tuesdays Cost: $20 for the series Time: 1–2:30 pm Celebrate the seasons by making a Ages: Adult beautiful Wreath decoration for your home Cost: $35 for eight sessions or front door. Each season we will create Learn to play the old time mountain Dulcia wreath decoration to brighten your home. mer with Willis Jones. Class dates will be The wreaths will include materials for the February 16, 23, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and changing seasons as well as holiday April 5. Please pre-register and pay. themes.

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Open Craft Time Location: Memorial Park Community

Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Fridays Time: 1–4 pm Ages: Adult Cost: Free Take advantage of our beautiful creative space! Bring a project and work in the company of other crafters. Just clean up when you are finished and please don’t store items at the Center.

Open Art Studio Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays Time: 12:30–3:30 pm Ages: Adult Cost: Free Take advantage of our beautiful creative space! Bring a project and work in the company of other artists. Just clean up when you are finished and please don’t store items at the Center.

Art History & Appreciation Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Monday April 11, 18, & 25 Time: 1–2 pm Ages: Adult Cost: $5 for the series Would you like to indulge yourself in a feast for the eyes and mind and enjoy images of the Western world's glorious heritage of painting, sculpture, architecture? Join us for an exciting journey of discovery in this Art History & Appreciation class! We will explore Art from Post Impressionism to Modern.

Winter Photo Contest Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: January Ages: Adult Cost: Free Save your ‘Best Holiday & Winter Photos’ for the next photo contest! Entries are due January 20th through 30th. Voting will take place February 2nd through 13th. Prizes will be awarded! Please put your name, address and phone number on the back of each entry.

Up to 5 entries per person. Photo size 4”x6” or 5”x7”.

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As the Page Turns

Amateur Photographers’ Club

Location: Memorial Park Community

Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: First Thursday of each month Time: 10 am Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Book Club, books provided. A casual discussion of book will take place each month.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: First Monday of each month Time: 1-3 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Members share their photos/critiques, have monthly photo themes, field trips and more.

German Conversation Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursdays Time: 9:30 am Ages: 18+ Cost: Free A group for people to get together to practice and brush up on their German.

They share personal letters, vocabulary, articles, photos, translations and more.

Come check it out!

Computer Lab Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 10am-Noon (Tuesdays) and 9-11am (Thursdays) Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Free time in lab to work on personal items.

A variety of classes are available throughout the week most costing $8-15 class/month.

Conversational Spanish Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays Time: 3 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Learn basic Spanish knowledge, speaking, and reading. Instructor: Alberto Ceffalo

Next Step Photography Club Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Third Tuesday of each month Time: 6:30 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Enhanced photography group. If you have camera knowledge and desire to learn and experience more, broaden your knowledge and learn more creative functions, then this is for you.

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Garden Fair Location: Memorial Park Community

Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Monday, March 14 Time: 9:30 am Ages: All ages Cost: Free A variety of speakers will cover different gardening topics.

Time: 1 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free This is a very social group! Don’t worry if you don’t know how to play, they can teach you everything!

Ladies Monday Night Bridge Club Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays Time: 6 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Come join the ladies of the seniors’ center for a fun evening of bridge!

Scrabble Group

BINGO Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: January 26th and March 22nd Time: 9 am Ages: 18+ Cost: Free

Hand and Foot Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: Date: Mondays

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: Date: Tuesdays Time: 5:30 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Do you enjoy word games? Scrabble is a great brain exercise! The scrabble group is always looking for new faces in their group.

All are invited to attend.

Mexican Train Dominoes Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays Time: 6 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free This lively group would love to have you join!

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Pinochle

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesdays Time: 1 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Pinochle is a trick-taking card game for 4 players played with a special deck. Players score by taking tricks or forming combination of cards into melds. Have fun and meet new friends!

Brain-A-Cise Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursdays Time: 4 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Your brain needs activity too. Join us for an hour of stimulating activities to make you think and get those brain cells moving.

Rook Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursdays Time: 1 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Rook is a challenging trick taking game played with a special deck of cards. Bring a friend for even more fun!

Party Contract Bridge Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesday Time: Noon Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Description: Contract Bridge took off as an international rage in the 1930s and is considered today by many to be the ultimate card game. Please join us for a great time!

Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Fridays Time: 12:30 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Description: Everyone is welcome! If you enjoy playing bridge, but haven't tried duplicating bridge, come join the fun...we're a friendly group!

MahJong Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Fridays Time: 1 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Description: Mahjong is a very old tile game. The game is not only amusing, but it stimulates your mind and thinking processes

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Billiards

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Daily Time: 7 am - 8 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Description: The billiards room features four tournament size tables on which to practice your skills. Pool sticks available for use without charge.

Table Tennis Doubles Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays Time: 9:30 am - Noon Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Description: Join us for some friendly competition and make many great new friends. Please wear athletic shoes.

Pickleball Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays Time: 8 - 11:30 am Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Description: This activity is a modified form of tennis and we play doubles. This activity is for both senior men and women.

Pickleball is now being played all over the country and has been added to the National Senior Games. Yearly tournaments will be held.

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Seniors Basketball Location: Memorial Park Community

Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays Time:10 am Age: 50+ Cost: Free Meet in the gym for pick-up games and shoot arounds.

Seniors’ Legend Golf Group Location: Buffalo Valley Golf Course Unicoi, TN - Par 3 Course Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 10 am Age: 50+ Cost: $5/round Join this group for a round of golf on a Par 3 course.

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Rental payments will be taken online at myjcparks.org or in person the Winged Deer Park Administration office. Call (423) 283-5815 for more information.

General Information Johnson City Parks and Recreation has a number of picnic shelters throughout the park system that are available for rental ranging from small to corporate size and ranging in price $25 - $100. City residents receive a $5 discount.

All shelter usage requires a reservation. Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be given on rentals and reservations.

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Buffalo Mountain Park 570 High Ridge Road Call: 423-283-5815 Buffalo Mountain Park is a 725-acre natural resource area obtained in a land swap with the U. S. Forest Service in 1994. The park is location on the North Slope of Buffalo Mountain and consists of steep topography and densely forested land. The park functions as a nature preserve primarily for hiking, picnicking, and nature programs.

Carnegie Park 601 N. Broadway Call: 423-283-5815 Carnegie Park, formerly Jaycee Park is a 5-acre neighborhood park established in 1945. The park consists of two girls’ lighted softball fields, a restroom shelter, basketball court, and playground.

Cardinal Park 129 Legion Street Call: 423-283-5822 Established in 1950, Cardinal Park is a 5-acre sports field (Howard Johnson Field) primarily used for the St. Louis Cardinals’ Appalachian League farm club, Amenities include a concession area, clubhouse, lighted baseball field, press box and restrooms.

Carver Park & Recreation Center 322 W. Watauga Avenue Call: 423-461-8830 Established in 1958, Carver Park is a 6-acre neighborhood park. Amenities include two basketball courts, fitness trail, multi-use court, two pavilions, playground, and recreation center. A recreation center is equipped with a gymnasium, weight room, library, meeting space, teen room, community room, arts and crafts area, and kitchen. A new recreation facility was dedicated in 2005.

Civitan Park 1000 N. Broadway Call: 423-283-5815 Civitan Park was established in 1963 on the site of a former landfill. This 33-acre community park has under-gone a total renovation for primary use as a

soccer facility in a park setting. The development includes five lighted soccer fields, concession area with restrooms, volleyball, playground and a walking trail connecting Lions, Civitan and Rotary Parks.

Earth Day Park 208 E. Main Street Call: 423-283-5815 Earth Day Park was established in 1991 and is a ¼ acre special use park. The park’s primary function is a pedestrian route between Main Street and the Downtown Square parking lot.

Freedom Hall Pool 1320 Pactolas Road Call: 423-461-4872 Freedom Hall Pool is an indoor pool adjacent to the Freedom Hall Civic Center operated by the Parks and Recreation Department. The facility is equipped with restrooms, showers, and party room.

Kermit Tipton Stadium 900 Stadium Drive Call: 423-283-5822 Kermit Tipton Stadium is Johnson City’s first synthetic turf field football complex. It is home to Science Hill High School football and Johnson City Parks and Recreation programs.

Keystone Park 601 Bert Street Call: 423-283-5815 Equipped with two little league fields, concession and score tower.

Kiwanis Park & Recreation Center 717 W. Market Street Call: 423-283-5815 Kiwanis Park, established in 1949, is a 9-acre neighborhood park. The park is primarily used for baseball play and summer playground programs. Amenities include a band shell with restrooms, lighted baseball field, lighted basketball courts, picnic tables, playground, and recreation center. Neighborhood Park is located adjacent to Kiwanis Park. Established in 1972,

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Neighborhood Park is a 2-acre baseball field used primarily for youth baseball.

Liberty Bell Tennis Center 505 Liberty Bell Blvd.

Call: 423-283-5822 Located near Freedom Hall Civic Center the complex offers 14 lighted tennis courts.

Lions Park 817 Country Club Court Call: 423-283-5815 Lions Park, established in 1958, is an 8-acre neighborhood park used primarily for Little League baseball.

Amenities include two-lighted baseball fields, one non-lighted field, concession, and restroom area and a covered pavilion with restrooms and kitchen.

Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert Street Call: Aquatics - 423-434-5749 Recreation Services - 423-434-5749 Senior Services - 423-434-6237 State-of-the-art, 72,000 square foot neighborhood community center that opened December 10, 2012.

It represents the area’s first intergenerational facility, housing Aquatics, Recreation Services, and Senior Services under one roof. The center offers a variety of programming including aquatics, health and fitness, socialization, outdoors, charter trips, Homeschool, technology, arts, and much more. The center is equipped with a 75-foot lap pool, therapy pool, and teaching pool, enabling aquatics to facilitate a diverse aquatics program to a wide-range of age groups.

Recreation opportunities include a two court gymnasium, two dance and aerobic rooms, a fitness room, billiards, and four outdoor tennis courts. Other programming areas include performing and visual arts, socials, computer lab, arts and crafts, and a game room. An outdoor amphitheater and plaza honoring veterans with the famous Doughboy as it’s centerpiece. Event rentals are also available at this location with several rooms that can accommodate birthday parties, bridal and baby showers, retirements, meetings, and luncheons.

Metro-Kiwanis Park 817 Guaranda Drive Call: 423-283-5815 Purchased in 1972, Metro-Kiwanis is a 15-acre community park used primarily for softball league play.

Amenities include concession area and restrooms, two picnic shelters, picnic tables, Playground area, two

lighted softball fields and five tennis courts. Friendship Gardens located within the park, is a 3-acre special use area whose primary purpose is self-directed activities. The gardens are home for “Junaluska” a 30-foot carving in honor of the American Indians. The sculpture was created in 1986 by sculptor Peter Wolf Toth.

Paul Christman Park 1000 N. Boone Street Call: 423-283-5815 Developed in 1983, Paul Christman Park is a ½-acre neighborhood park, which includes a small shelter with picnic table, playground area and a multi-use basketball court.

Powell Square Park 201 W. Popular Street Call: (423) 283-5815 Established in 1889, this 1.4 acre neighborhood park is the department’s oldest park. Amenities include multi-use playing field, picnic tables, shelter with restrooms, and playground area.

Princeton Arts Center 2516 E. Oakland Avenue Call: 423-283-5800 Established 1986, the center serves as the artistic and cultural resources for the department offering a variety of performing and visual art programs. The center is equipped with a conference room, gallery space, art studio, program space, and an outdoor toddler play area.

Rotary Park 1001 N. Broadway Call: 423-283-5815 The Carnegie Realty Company donated Rotary Park to the city in 1908. The park consists of 10.4 acres and is one of the most popular parks in the city with an annual attendance of over 40,000. The park is open April through October and is primarily used as a picnic facility in a natural setting. Amenities include six covered picnic shelters, restrooms, multi-use picnic tables, multi-use playing field, and playground area. A Boundless Playground is planned for 2016.

Skate Park 705 Liberty Bell Boulevard Call: 423-283-5815 The concept of developing a public skate park was initiated by residents, both youth and adults with an active interest in the sport in 1998. In 1999 the firm of Purkiss-Rose-rsi was secured to design the park.

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Spring Street Park 106 Spring Street

Call: 423-283-5815 Spring Street Park, located in the central business district, is a ½-acre green space facility surrounded by commercial buildings. The park consists of a brick patio area with benches and landscaping.

Veterans Park 1005 Southwest Avenue Call: 423-283-5815 Established in 1973, Veterans Park is a ¼-acre special use park, which has been incorporated into the new South Side Elementary School campus. The park is equipped with multi-use picnic tables and benches.

Willow Springs Park 1201 Huffine Road Call: 423-283-5815 Established in 1998, Willow Springs Park encompasses 36 acres in southwest Johnson City between Huffine and Antioch Roads. It was named after a dairy that operated near the site around the turn of the century.

Architectural designs for shelters and light fixtures are reminiscent of styles prevalent during Johnson City’s earliest days. Our heritage is also the inspiration for the name of the playground: Johnson’s Depot. In the mid-1850’s, Henry Johnson (Johnson’s City first mayor) built a general store and post office. In 1857 when rail service was established to this area, Mr. Johnson built a depot. The growing community was first known as “Johnson’s Tank” and then “Johnson’s Depot” until its incorporation as Johnson City in 1869. Accordingly, the playground design features train and village theme play elements.

Johnson City Dog Park @ Willow Springs 1201 Huffine Road Contact: Website: www.jcdogpark.org The Willow Springs Dog Park Project is a cooperative effort between the Friends of Johnson City Dog Park Association and the City of Johnson City Parks and Recreation Department. The 1.6 acre site is located within the park boundaries of Willow Springs Park.

For information contact the Dog Park Association at www.jcdogpark.org.

Winged Deer Park 4137 Bristol Highway Call: 423-283-5815 Established in 1991, Winged Deer Park is a 200-acre district park. The J. Norton Arney family previously owned and operated the farm from the 1940’s through

the early 70’s. Mr. Arney was a noted car dealer and raised and trained show horses in the area. The farm was used primarily to grow hay and had several large stables on the lakefront property. The city purchased the property in 1985. The original farmhouse was converted into what is now the Parks and Recreation administration office, which includes a meeting room, working offices and a landscaped patio area with small gazebo. Amenities include five-lighted softball fields, athletic office scorer’s towers, and restroom, three-lighted soccer fields, Batter’s Up batting cages, a 18-hole disc golf course, playground area, soccer concession building with restroom, half-mile walk track and paved fitness trails which winds through the forested section of the park.

The lakefront area features two sand volleyball courts, picnic shelter with restroom, public boating access, green space, lighted handicap accessible boardwalk, amphitheater, and a Festival Plaza multi-use area with restroom. The park’s historical area features the Robert Young Cabin one of Johnson City’s oldest dwellings, the Massengil Monument, and the James H. Quillen Historical Tree Arboretum.

Buffalo Mountain Park 570 High Ridge Road Call: 423-283-5821 Offers 8.2 miles of hiking trails considered moderate, a 1,500 ft. rise from the picnic area to the top can be strenuous if you are not in fairly good shape. All mileage is measured from the picnic area. (The White Rock Trail is a 4.5 mile loop). Huckleberry Knob - .05 Lady Slipper Loop - .09 Hartsell Hollow - .05 White Rock - 2.3 Tip Top - 2.1 Carver Park 322 W. Watauga Avenue Call: 423-461-8830 Quarter-mile flat walking track Civitan Park 1000 N. Broadway Call: 423-283-5822 The paved walking / jogging track joins Lions Park and Civitan Park and measures 1/57 miles.

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Liberty Bell Complex Liberty Bell Boulevard Call: 423-283-5822

The paved walking track circle the entire Liberty Bell Complex and offers 1.7 miles of fitness area. The Liberty Bell Track features a 375-meter jogging and walking surface.

Tweetsie Trail Alabama Street Call: 423-283-5815 The Tweetsie Trail is a rails-to-trails project traversing form ET&WNC (Tweetsie) railroad right-of-way between Johnson City and Elizabethton. The trail provides opportunities for walking, hiking, running, and biking on a relatively flat grade in a beautiful, natural setting. When complete, the 10-mile trail will be the longest rails-to-trails project in Tennessee. The trail was built without any federal or state funding. Rather, it’s the result of generous donations from individuals, businesses, and local governments.

Willow Springs Park 1201 Huffine Road Call: 423-283-5815 Feature 1.8 miles of paved walking surface which encircles the park, it’s exercise with a view!

Winged Deer Park 4137 Bristol Highway Call: 423-283-5815 Flat track, which encircles ball field is a half-mile. The wooded, paved and lighted trails measure 1.5 miles. An 18-hole disc golf course is also located in this area.

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Bicycles - Places for families to ride Liberty Bell Recreation Trail This 1.7 mile walking and jogging trail encircles the entire Liberty Bell Complex. Children on bikes and Roller Blades are welcome. No adult bikes are allowed.

State of Franklin Multi-Use Trail Greenline Road The trail is 2.3 miles in length and is open to all users.

It starts at the intersection of Greenline Road and extends to Sunset Drive.

Tweetsie Trail Alabama Street The Tweetsie Trail is a rails-to-trails project traversing form ET&WNC (Tweetsie) railroad right-of-way between Johnson City and Elizabethton.

Nearby Locations Steele Creek Park - Bristol Warriors Path State Park - Kingsport Virginia Creeper Trail - Trail runs from Abington to White Top, Virginia, Bays Mountain Park - Kingsport

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