March 2023 Fun Guide

March 2023

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Directory

City Commission

City Management

Todd Fowler, Mayor Aaron T. Murphy, Vice Mayor Jenny Brock, Commissioner John Hunter, Commissioner Joe Wise, Commissioner

Cathy Ball, City Manager Randy Trivette, Assistant City Manager

Park Advisory Board Joe Bradley, Chair Adam Welch, Vice Chair Karen Hubbs Jim Hughes Johnathan Kinnick Don Shephard Natalie Smith Stacey Wild Charles Stahl

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Park Staff James Ellis, Director April Norris, Assistant Director Charles Ridlehuber, Assistant Director Joe Ebarb, Athletic Services Manager Bryan Bentley, Golf Manager Cindy Bogart, Park Services Manager Tayler Dixon, Promotions and Events Coordintor Sam Miller, Recreation Services Manager Deb Fogle, Senior Services Manager

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Where to Find It

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General Directory

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Special Events

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Spring Break Camps/ Save the Date

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Adult Programs

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Afterschool Programs

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Aquatics

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Athletics

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Fitness and Exercise

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Just for Kids Dance

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Kid’s Programs

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Nature

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Preschool Programs

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Sports

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Therapeutic Recreation

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Parks and Recreation Directory

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General Information

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Special Events March Madness Kids will be able to take place in different activities such as Free Throw Contest, Spot Shot, 3-on-3, and Skill Building Contest. Free T-Shirts will be given to all participants.

Carver Recreation Center March 1-March 31 | 4-5pm Free | Ages 6+

Movie Night Join us for a free movie night!

The Langston Centre Friday, March 3 & Friday, March 31 | 5-8pm Free | All Ages More Info: 423-434-5785

Women’s History Month Brunch Come celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day. Enjoy a meal, and fellowship & connect with women throughout the community.

The Langston Centre Wednesday, March 8 | 11:30am-1pm $20/person | All Ages More Info: 423-434-5785

p i h C e t a Chocol eek W e i k o o C

Who doesn’t love a good cookie?

Join us at Memorial Park Community Center in celebration of Chocolate Chip Cookie Week by treating yourself to a free cookie (or two!). While supplies last.

Wednesday, March 8 | 3-4pm Memorial Park Community Center

Scan here to sign up for a program or event

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Special Events Bike into Spring Start the spring season in style.

This bike ride for all ages will begin at Memorial Park Community Center by the Aquatics and Athletics entrance. We will take an easy ride to the Tweetsie Trail.

Groups are able to go at their own pace.

Everyone is welcome!

Minimum of 5 participants must register.

Memorial Park Community Center Monday, March 20 5:30-7:00pm | Free | Open to all ages Age 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult Register online by Friday, March 17

Puzzle Palooza Come as a team of up to 4 or by yourself and see who can complete their puzzle first. The winning team will take home a prize and all teams get to take their puzzles home. Puzzles and refreshments will be provided.

Memorial Park Community Center Thursday, March 9 | 5:30pm-7pm Free | All Ages Register online by March 3

Shamrock Scavenger Hunt Grab your team and join us for a St. Patrick’s Day scavenger hunt. The first 3 teams that solve all the clues and find the leprechaun will win a prize. Registration is required. Limit 6 people per team.

Memorial Park Community Center Friday, March 17 | 4-6:30pm Free | All Ages Register online by March 14 St. Patty’s Day Craft Kids will enjoy making shamrocks with their choice of art inside the shamrock.

Carver Recreation Center Friday, March 17 | 4-5pm Free | Ages 6+

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Spring Break Camps Johnson City Schools Spring Break Camp Enjoy spring break at MPCC when the kids will be out of school! During camp, they will enjoy sports, arts and crafts, movies, games and swimming. Please pack a lunch and a snack for your child each day of camp.

Memorial Park Community Center March 13-17 | 9am-4pm $60/child Early drop-off (7:30am) or late pickup (5:30pm) will be an additional $10/child Register February 21 - March 11 Washington County Schools Spring Break Camp Enjoy spring break at MPCC when the kids will be out of school! During camp, they will enjoy sports, arts and crafts, movies, games and swimming. Please pack a lunch and a snack for your child each day of camp.

Memorial Park Community Center March 20-24 | 9am-4pm $60/child Early drop-off (7:30am) or late pickup (5:30pm) will be an additional $10/child Register March 1 - March 25

Save the Date

Touch a Truck with the Easter Bunny Come visit with the Easter Bunny as we eat pastries and drink hot chocolate. Have your imagination kick into gear while exploring, touching and climbing aboard vehicles of all shapes and sizes including emergency response vehicles, heavy machinery and other cool equipment at Touch a Truck.

Memorial Park Community Center Saturday, April 1 | 10-11:30am Free Register March 15-30 For more information, call 423-434-5749.

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Adult Programs

Tri-Cities Dance Club International Folk Dance Enjoy International and Israeli Folk Dance in a relaxed social group. All levels welcome - no experience or partner required!

Memorial Park Community Center Instructor: Tamarro Taylor Mondays, 6-8pm | Fridays, 3-5pm $5/class | Open to all ages Register in person day of the program

Eating Smart and Moving More Learn more about cooking and receive free tools like measuring spoons, measuring cups, and more. This program by University of Tennessee Extension provides hands-on nutrition education for adults, especially parents and caregivers of children. Participants will recieve a certificate of completion from University of Tennessee once all classes are complete.

Memorial Park Community Center Adult Tennis Lessons Tuesdays, March 7-28 | 4-5:00pm These free lessons are designed to introduce Free | Ages 18+ adults to the game of tennis and are suitable for Instructor: Emily Bradburn novice and beginner players. Equipment will be Register February 1-28 here: provided. https://bit.ly/EatingSmartMovingMore Minimum of 5 people must register.

Memorial Park Community Center Seekers Book Club Mondays, March 13-April 3 | 5:30-7pm In partnership with the Johnson City public Free | Ages 18+ library, the Seekers Book Club explores African Register here: American literature. https://bit.ly/adulttennislessons The Langston Centre Crochet: Waffle Stitch Kitchen Towel Crochet along with Maria and make a Scandinavian style waffle stitch kitchen towel. Cotton weight category 3 is the recommended yarn for class in two contrasting colors. Crochet hooks: 3.25 mm for towel and 2.75 mm for edge.

Skill level is intermediate. Minimum of five people must register.

Memorial Park Community Center Mondays, March 6-27 | 4-5pm Free | Ages 18+ Register here: https://bit.ly/crochetwithmaria3-2023 PAGE 08

Third Thursday of Every Month | 6:30-8pm Free | Ages 18+ For more information, call 423-434-5785 The Langston Experience Take a tour of the Langston Centre and learn about Langston High School and its role in the local community.

The Langston Centre Every Tuesday & Thursday | 10am-1pm Free | Ages 18+ For more information, call 423-434-5785

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Afterschool Programs Langston Afterschool Institute The Afterschool Institute incorporates three types of educational approaches: experiential, multicultural, and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) education. Tutors engage students with stimulating educational experiences. Healthy snacks provided daily.

The Langston Centre Monday - Friday | 3-6pm Free | Grades 3-8 For more information, call 423-434-5785 On Track Homework Helpers Students grades K-12 receive supervised homework assistance with Robert McKinney and SHHS students including 1-on-1 tutoring and special project assistance.

Carver Recreation Center Monday-Thursday | 3-5:30pm Free | Ages 6-18 Computer Lab Computer Lab is open for students to get more information from the internet to assist with homework or school projects.

Carver Recreation Center Monday-Thursday | 3-5:30pm | Ages 6-18 Friday | 3-5:30pm | Open to all ages Free

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Afterschool Club Our goal is to provide an exciting, safe and healthy environment that fosters growth and development. Students engage in fun filled activities while staying at MPCC. Memorial Park Community Center Wednesdays, March 1, 8, & 29 | 4-5pm $2/person | Grades K-6 Minimum of 5 must register.

Register at www.myjcparks.org For more information, call 423-434-5749

Free Fridays Arts & crafts, gym games, team-building and sports are planned to end the week and gear up for the weekend ahead!

Carver Recreation Center Every Friday | 4-5pm | Free | Ages 6+ Teen Center Come hang out in the Teen Room with PS4 games, billiards, Foosball, and Arts & Crafts!

Carver Recreation Center Monday-Thursday | 5-7pm Free | Grades 7-12 Meet the Doctors Kids will get a chance to learn about the body and participate in activities surrounding anatomy of the body.

Carver Recreation Center Every Wednesday | 4-5pm Free | Grades K-12

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Pottery Classes Kids will get a chance to learn through a series of lessons followed by hands on learning opportunities. The kids will experience ceramic clay as an art form. Through hand building techniques, each child will wedge, form, pinch, coil and decorate slab pieces over a six week period. All pottery will be glazed.

Carver Recreation Center Every Thursday | 4-5pm Free | Grades K-5 Instructor: Phyllis Morgan

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Serving My Plate Kids will learn about the five food groups allowing for an understanding of an overall healthy eating pattern with all five groups.

Kids will also have a chance to taste different foods from all five food groups.

Carver Recreation Center Every Tuesday | 4-5pm Free | Grades K-5 Instructor: Lucy Timbs Gym Activities Kids will participate in games such as kickball, dodgeball, track & field, basketball, fitness, and Free Day on Fridays.

Carver Recreation Center Monday - Friday | 4-5:30pm Free | All ages

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Aquatics

Freedom Hall Pool: 423-461-4872 Memorial Park Community Center Aquatics: 423-434-5750 Legion Street Pool: 423-461-4856

OPEN SWIM Children 12 and under must be accompanied by someone at least 16 years of age. Any child 6 or younger must be within arm’s length of an adult at all times.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Date and Times: Monday and Wednesday | 4-5:45pm Friday | 4-7:30pm Saturday | 12:45-3:30pm Cost: Ages 13+ | $3 Ages 4-12 | $2 Ages 3 and under | Free

Location: Freedom Hall Pool Date and Times: Friday | 7:35-8:45pm Saturday | 1-4:45pm Cost: Ages 13+ | $3 Ages 4-12 | $2 Ages 3 and under | Free

LAP SWIM *Participants must be able to swim length of the pool without assistance*

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Date and Times: Monday-Friday | 7-8:45am & 11am3:45pm Monday & Wednesday | 6-7:30pm Saturday | 10:30am-12:45pm Cost: $2/person

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Location: Freedom Hall Pool Date and Times: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday | 7:308:45pm Saturday | 11am-1pm Cost: $2/person

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American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Pre-test Information: A pre-test will be held on Saturdays at Memorial Park Community Center or Freedom Hall Pool from 11am-12pm. Pre-tests consist of a non-stop 300 meter swim, 2 minutes of treading water using no hands, and a 20 meter brick dive in deep water with no goggles. The pre-test must be completed before enrollment in the class.

Certification Information: Classes run two weekends in a row. This course is for those interested in becoming a certified lifeguard. Upon completion of the course, the participant will be certified in life guarding, first aid, CPR Pro and AED essentials.

Class 1: March 10, 11, 12, 18, 19 | Class 2: March 24, 25, 26 & April 1, 2 Class 3: April 14, 15, 16, 22, 23 | Class 4: May 12, 13, 14, 20, 21 Class Times: (held over 2 weekends) Friday: 6-10pm (first weekend only) | Saturdays: 8am-6pm | Sundays: 8am-1pm Ages 15+ | $200/person American Red Cross Lifeguard Recertification Class is held the second weekend of the full lifeguarding class. This course is for those who need their American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification updated. If you have not taken the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course before you will need to enroll for the full program.

Upon completion of the course, the participant will be certified in lifeguarding, first aid, CPR Pro and AED essentials for the next two years.

Class 1: March 18 & 19 | Class 2: April 1 & 2 Class 3: April 22 & 23 | Class 4: May 20 & 21 Class Times: Saturdays: 8am-6pm | Sundays: 8am-1pm Ages 16+ | $100/person Location: Freedom Hall Pool

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Aquatics

MEMORIAL PARK COMMUNITY CENTER Splash Splash is a fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity.

Tuesday, Thursday | 11:45am-12:45pm Silver Sneakers members only $3 Instructor: Heidi Perry Arthritis Do you suffer from arthritis? This class can help manage the symptoms with low impact movements and exercise.

Tuesday, Thursday | 11-11:40am $4/class or $30/month Instructor: Heidi Perry Aquamix This class is a perfect blend of shallow and deep water exercise to build cardio, strength, and flexibility, and leave you feeling invigorated for the rest of your day. Utilize buoyancy (flotation) belts and resistance equipment to experience a NO IMPACT workout sparing your joints.

Ability to swim is not required.

Tuesday, Thursday | 9:15-10:15am $4/class or $30/month Instructor: Kim McLeod

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Water Aerobics Get in shape with this shallow water class which combines cardiovascular work, muscle toning, balance and core work.

Ability to swim is not required.

Equipment is provided. *Doctor’s clearance is required for this class.

Morning Class: Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9-10am Evening Class: Tuesday, Thursday | 6-7pm $4/class or $30/month Instructor: Heidi Perry 423-461-4872 Saturday Splash Put a calorie smack down during the weekend with this metabolism boosting shallow water workout!

Saturday | 9:15-10:15am $4/class Instructor: Kim McLeod Homeschool Swim This time is reserved for Memorial Park Community Center’s Homeschool PE program to go swimming.

Tuesday, Thursday | 2-3:30pm Ages 13+ | $3 Ages 12 and under | $2

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MEMORIAL PARK COMMUNITY CENTER 100/200/500 Mile Swim Looking for a way to stay motivated in your swim workout? Join the Mile Swim Club and keep a tally of the laps you swim during each workout on the boards provided. Shirts will be provided in January for those paid participants in this swim challenge.

January-December | $10/participant Mommy & Me Swim Time Parents, are you looking for a time to bring your littles to the pool? This time has been set aside just for you! The shallow end of the pool is reserved for you and your littles to swim.

Anyone not potty trained must wear a swim diaper.

Monday, Wednesday | 9-10am $1/visit | Ages 4 and under Adult Only Open Therapy An adult only time for therapy including activities of your choice to fit your specific needs. This pool is for low-impact swimming only. No jumping or waves.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 7am-7:30pm Tuesday, Thursday | 7-11am & 1-7:30pm Saturday | 9am-3:30pm $2/visit (monthly pass is available) Ages 18+

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FREEDOM HALL POOL

Scout Water Badges This time is set aside for Boy and Girl Scout troops to work on their water skills necessary to obtain badges. If assistance is needed with instruction, please bring skill requirements to staff prior to your reserved date.

Every Thursday | 7:35-8:45pm $10/group of 10 Reservation of date must be scheduled at least one week in advance.

For more information or to register, call 423-461-4872 Kayak Roll Class Need a place to practice with your kayak?

Join us to perfect your kayak skills.

Kayaks not provided.

Requirements: must be able to swim 25 meters freestyle without stopping.

Every Tuesday | 7:35-8:45pm $2/class | Ages 5+ For more information, call 423-461-4872 Masters Swimming Join this group of adult swimming enthusiasts for organized workouts supervised by a professional coach. Participants range from novice to former swimming athletes.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 6-7am $50/month | Ages 18+ Instructor: Chris Coraggio For more information, call 423-833-5595 PAGE 15

Athletics

To register, please visit myjcparks.org or visit us in person at the Winged Deer Park Athletics Office, 4137 Bristol Hwy. Girls Machine Pitch Softball $25/city resident | $30/non-city resident Ages 6-8 Register February 22-March 26 ($20 late fee if registered after March 26) Practices begin March 30 Games begin April 17 Girls Fast Pitch Softball $25/city resident | $30/non-city resident Ages 9-13 Register February 22-March 26 ($20 late fee if registered after March 26) Practices begin March 30 Games begin April 17

Adult Softball $400/Men’s Division Team (add $5/non-city resident) $300/Co-ed Division Team (add $5/non-city resident) Ages 18+ (Ages 16&17 can play with parent permission) Register February 1-April 2 ($20 late fee if registered after April 2) Men’s Division: 14 Game Schedule Co-ed Division: 10 Game Schedule Single elimination tourney for all divisions Register at Winged Deer Athletic Office only.

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Fitness and Exercise

Weight Room The weight room is designed for your Fitness & Health! A universal weight station, free weights, bench press, and squat bar included.

Carver Recreation Center Monday-Friday | 9am-2:30pm & 5:30-7pm Saturday | 12-6pm Sunday | 1-6pm Ages 13+ Youth & Women | $7/month Men Over Age 18 | $10/month Yoga “Just Breathe” 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, postures, emphasizing body awareness and mental clarity.

Memorial Park Community Center Tuesday & Thursday | 11am-12:30pm $5/class | Ages 18+ Instructor: Dixie Neth

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Adult Only Open Therapy An adult only time for therapy including activities of your choice to fit your specific needs. This pool is for low-impact swimming only. No jumping or waves.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 7am-7:30pm Tuesday, Thursday | 7-11am & 1-7:30pm Saturday | 9am-3:30pm $2/visit (monthly pass is available) Ages 18+ Sit To Be Fit Seniors have the opportunity to participate in sit down exercising, walking outside track, games, Bingo, puzzles and health classes taught by Dr. Wallace from ETSU Medical Library. Light lunch is provided.

Carver Recreation Center Every Friday | 10:30am-12:30pm Free | Open to all senior citizens Step It, Shake It, Move It, Lift It Join us for a fun workout incorporating Tabata and stations to increase calories burned, build muscle, and give you more stamina. This class will use interval training and can be adapted and modified depending on skill level. Class will be outside, weather permitting.

Memorial Park Community Center Every Friday, March 3-31 | 8-9am Free | Ages 16+ Register at www.myjcparks.org

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Just for Kids Dance Dancers Dreams Performing Arts Academy Classes Instructor: Amy Simmons All classes held at Memorial Park Community Center, Room #179 Family and Multi-Class discounts offered! Call 540-392-9138 for more information.

Tumble Fairy Dancers This is a beginning class for children’s acro/ dance, creative movement, and ballet. Perfect for the budding tumbling ballerina!

Wednesdays | 4:30-5:15pm $48/month | Ages 3-5 years Dazzle Diva’s Fun, high energy HIP HOP class that teaches combinations and routines. Hip Hop is a great class to take for exercise or weight loss and building coordination.

Wednesdays | 5:15-5:45pm $48/month | Ages 6-10 years

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Angel Steps Praise Dance Great class for all ages! Inspirational and uplifting, praise through dance! Easy, low impact movement with a touch of basic graceful movement and fun props!

Wednesdays | 6:30-7pm $38/month | Ages 6+ Classy, Sassy HIP HOP Fun, high energy dance class learning Hip Hop combinations and routines! Hip Hop is a great class that can be taken for weight loss and building coordination. This is a popular class for teens who love to dance! Join for just for fun or to participate in the Christmas Show or June recital and community events.

Wednesdays | 6-6:30pm $38/month | Ages 8+

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Kids Programs

Book Bundles Memorial Park Community Center is partnering with Johnson City Library to bring you Book Bundles! Book Bundles are batches of books and/or media on a theme or topic, and they’re available for all ages!

Memorial Park Community Center March 1-31 Free | Ages Preschool-18

Cheer Have a child that wants to learn cheer? Join us to learn the basics of cheer and work toward competition levels.

Memorial Park Community Center & Keystone Gym Every Thursday 4-6 years | 5:45-6:30pm 7-9 years | 6:30-7:15pm 10+ years | 7:15-8pm $11 One-Time Registration Fee, $10/class Instructor: Champions in Motion For more information, call 423-434-5749

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Kids’ Tennis Lessons Come and learn the basics of tennis in a fun and welcoming environment. These lessons are designed to introduce players to the game and improve beginners’ basic skills.

Equipment provided.

Metro-Kiwanis Park (817 Guaranda Drive) Thursdays, March 23-April 27 | 6-7pm Free | Ages 7-10 Register at https://bit.ly/kidstennislessons For more information, call 423-434-5749 Karate Learn the basics of karate or expand on your skills with Champions in Motion.

Memorial Park Community Center Every Monday | Ages K-5 Beginner: 5:30-6:15pm Returning Students: 6:15-7pm $11 One-Time Registration Fee, $10/class Homeschool Art - Perler Beads Perler beads, also known as Hama beads, offer endless creative possibilities. Whether you carefully create a design on a pegboard, string them together, or melt them to make a confetti bowl, you’re only limited by the power of your imagination. Parental assistance for kids ages 3-5 is required.

Memorial Park Community Center Thursdays, March 2, 9, & 30 | 2:15-3pm $2/class | Ages 3-12 Register at www.myjcparks.org For more information, call 423-434-5749 PAGE 19

Nature

Jacob’s Nature Park at Sinking Creek Work Day We are winning the war in the fabulous park.

Remove invasive plants + add native plants = happy wildlife diversity!

Koin us to help continue to make Jacob’s Nature Park a magnet for wildlife. Bring a pointed shovel if you can for invasive plant removal.

Jacob’s Nature Park at Sinking Creek Meet at outdoor classroom at 1919 Ocala St. Parking Lot. Additional parking on Miami Dr., King Springs Parking Lot, or Rich Acres Baptist Church Saturday, March 11 | 9:30-11:30am Ages 8+ | Free Register here in event of cancellation: https://bit.ly/jacobsworkday Threats of Invasive Species for Native Plants & their Pollinators Plants living outside of their natural range have the potential to harm human health and the environment with high economic costs. Estimates suggest that more than 10,000 plant species have invaded areas outside their natural range worldwide. We will discuss this and more while learning about the importance of plants and their pollinators.

Jacob’s Nature Park at Sinking Creek Meet at outdoor classroom at 1919 Ocala St. Parking Lot. Additional parking on Miami Dr., King Springs Parking Lot, or Rich Acres Baptist Church Saturday, March 11 | 1-2pm Ages 10+ | Free Register here in event of cancellation: https://bit.ly/threatsofinvasivespecies

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Preschool

Super Sprouts Develop coordination, balance and movement skills while having fun! Soft Koosh and nerftype equipment is used so kids will build confidence and have lots of fun. Parent participation is welcome and encouraged.

Memorial Park Community Center Fridays, March 3, 10, & 31 | 9-10am Free | Ages 1-2 Register at https://bit.ly/MPCCSuperSprouts

Movement Academy Preschool P.E. Together we will learn the basics and FUN-damentals of sports including basketball, football, soccer, baseball, golf, recreational sports and playground games. This class encourages team building, sportsmanship and fair play.

Memorial Park Community Center Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 2, 7, 9, 28, & 30 1-1:45pm | $2/class | Ages 3-5

Tiny Cooks Book Club Series There is no time too early to get your tiny ones involved in culinary arts, crafts, and a ‘sweet’ book. Each class we will read a book, make a treat, and enjoy making a craft related to the book with our friends. Classes will be limited to 10 participants.

Memorial Park Community Center Saturday, March 25 | 10am-11:30am $7/child | Ages 3-6 (with parent) Register at https://bit.ly/TinyCooks3-2023 Little Stars Gymnastics Hosted by Appalachian Stars Gymnastics, beginner tumblers will spend time exploring skills that involve balance, strength, flexibility, and motor coordination.

Memorial Park Community Center Tuesdays, March 7-28 | 2-2:45pm $10/child | Ages 2-4 For more information, call 423-434-5757

Biblio Babies Biblio Babies is perfect for kids 0-2 years old.

Listen to some stories, sing songs, and enjoy some bubbles!

Memorial Park Community Center Fridays, March 3, 10, & 31 | 10-10:30am Free | Ages 0-2 Register at https://bit.ly/BiblioBabies

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Sports

Basketball Open Gym Enjoy a game of pick-up basketball or just come shoot around. Times are subject to change due to special programs and events.

Memorial Park Community Center -Friday | 3-5pm Free | Open to all ages Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult

Open Badminton Beginners and advanced players will take turns on one court for an active and fun way to stay in shape and have some fun.

Keystone Gymnasium Wednesdays | 6-7:45pm Free | Open to all ages Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult Open Table Tennis Bring your friends for Table Tennis. Paddles provided if needed.

Memorial Park Community Center Wednesdays | 5:30-7:30pm Free | Ages 16+

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Open Volleyball This is a time to work on your volleyball skills or come learn the game. Court 1 reserved for beginners. Court 2 reserved for intermediate players.

Memorial Park Community Center Wednesdays, March 1-29 | 6-7:45pm Free | Open to all ages Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult Family Pickleball Learn how to play one of the fastest growing recreation activities around. Bring your family for this free time play.

Memorial Park Community Center Tuesdays | 6:30-7:45pm Free | Open to all ages Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult Start Smart Tennis Start Smart Tennis is a National Alliance for Youth Sports (NAYS) program that emphasized parent participation. This 6-week session will teach the basic rules and skills of the game in a healthy and safe environment for the kids to play and learn the game of tennis.

Memorial Park Community Center Tuesdays, March 21-April 25 | 5:30-6:15pm Ages 4-6 $25/ city resident | $30/non-city resident Register here: https://bit.ly/StartSmartTennis3-2023

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Therapeutic Recreation These programs are designed specifically for individuals with special needs. Caregivers are welcome as no personal care will be provided.

Adaptive P.E. Come ready to learn and play hard. We will be learning the basics of multiple sports while having a great time.

Memorial Park Community Center Wednesdays, March 1-29 | 10-11am Free | Ages 13+ Register at https://bit.ly/MPCCAdaptivePE Morning Crafty Creations Do you love drawing, painting, and creating things? If so, join us! We will be learning about different art mediums and creating fun projects.

Memorial Park Community Center Tuesdays, March 7-28 | 10-11am Free | Ages 8+ Register here: https://bit.ly/MorningCraftyCreations

Afternoon Crafty Creations Do you love drawing, painting, and creating things? If so, join us! We will be learning about different art mediums and creating fun projects.

Memorial Park Community Center Thursdays, March 2-30 | 4:30-5:15pm Free | Ages 8+ Register here: https://bit.ly/AfternoonCraftyCreations

Special Olympics Pickleball Learn a new sport, meet new friends, and get some exercise! Join Johnson City Parks and Recreation and Area 3 Special Olympics for this 6-week program that will teach partcipants the basics of pickleball.

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Parks & Recreation Directory Administration 4137 Bristol Highway Hours: 8am-5pm Mon-Fri Phone: 423-283-5815 Fax: 423-283-5829 Email: jcparksinfo@johnsoncitytn.org James Ellis, Director; 423-283-5815 Charles Ridlehuber, Assistant Director; 423-434-5771 April Norris, Assistant Director; 423-434-5807 Missy Hollifield, Office Manager; 423-283-5870 Linda Guess, Clerical Specialist; 423-283-5815 Michele Smith, Senior Accounts Clerk; 423-283-5828 Tayler Dixon, Promotions & Events; 423-283-5827 Athletic Services Joe Ebarb, Athletics Manager 4137 Bristol Hwy Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm Mon-Fri Phone: 423-283-5822 For text alerts, text the following to 77948: For soccer, text “cojc.5” For basketball, text “cojc.6” for softball, text “cojc.7” Park Services Cindy Bogart, Park Services Manager 2216 Eddie Williams Road 423-434-5830

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Recreation Services Sam Miller, Recreation Services Manager 423-283-5820 Aquatics Rachel Evans, Aquatics Supervisor 423-434-5754 Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert St. Hours: 7am-8pm Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm Sat 423-434-5749 Freedom Hall Pool 1320 Pactolas Road Hours: 3-9pm, Mon-Fri 423-461-4872 Legion Pool 111 Legion St. Hours: 10am-6pm Mon-Sat, 1-6pm Sun Closed for Winter 423-461-4856 Carver Recreation Center Herb Greenlee, Supervisor 322 W. Watauga Ave. Hours: 9am-7pm Mon-Fri, 12-6pm Sat 423-461-8830

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Parks & Recreation Directory Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert St. Hours: 7am-8pm Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm St Recreation Services; 423-434-5749 Senior Services; 423-434-6237 Kelly Finney, Center Supervisor; 423-434-5758 Deb Fogle, Senior Services Manager; 423-434-6231 Tina Sparks, Maintenance/Custodial Supervisor; 423-434-2056

Picnic Pavilion Rentals 423-283-5815 Or visit www.myjcparks.org Batter Up Batting Cages Winged Deer Park 4137 Bristol Hwy.

Nature Connie Deegan, Program Coordinator/Nature 4137 Bristol Hwy. 423-283-5821 Langston Centre Adam Dickson, Center Supervisor; 423-434-5792 315 Elm St. Hours: 10am-7pm Mon-Fri 423-434-5785 Pine Oaks Golf Course Bryan Bentley, Golf Manager 1709 Buffalo Road 423-434-6250

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General Information Our Mission To inspire healthy and active lifestyles and create recreational opportunities filled with people, parks and programs.

Share your Parks and Rec adventures with us!

Enjoy taking photos? Share your pictures of family and friends enjoying our parks, events and facilities. We’d love to see you enjoying the amenities we have to offer, and we’d love to feature some of your photos in our newsletter, on our website, social media channels, and in this Fun Guide! Email them to us at: jcparksinfo@johnsoncitytn.org

Photo Policy On occasion, our staff may photograph or video 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, flyers, social media and video productions.

Tobacco/Firearm Policy Use of tobacco products or vapor products is prohibited pursuant to City of Johnson City Ordinance #11-142. Each offense shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed $50. Firearms are prohibited pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated section 39-17-1311. Valid carry permit required pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated Section 39-17-1311 during all non-school related athletic events.

Volunteer Looking for a chance to give back to the community? We have just the opportunity! Much of what we do 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 Johnson City as a great place to live, work and PLAY!

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 works, and improve the quality of life for our citizens.

Seasonal Job Opportunities Parks and Recreation provides seasonal job opportunities such as lifeguards, summer program staff, tennis instructors, athletic officials, scorekeepers and turf maintenance staff. To see the current available positions, click here.

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Disclaimer Programs are sometimes canceled or altered due to low registration, changes in staff, and/or facility availability. Due to the large amount of information found in Johnson City Parks and Recreation Fun Guide, errors before or after publication may occur. We apologize for any errors in this brochure and will advise of any changes as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Fees 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 separate from fees paid for programs and services offered by the Parks and Recreation Department. In recognition of this contribution, Johnson City residents qualify for the resident rate. Those who live outside Johnson City’s municipal limits qualify for the non-resident rate.

Warning of Risk 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 the 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 circumstance 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.

All participants are expected to follow facility rules. Specialty areas such as pools, mountain bike trails 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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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. Medical refunds may be considered upon request if 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, programs or athletic programs greater than $10 will be charged an administrative fee of $10.

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

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

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