September 2023 Fun Guide

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FUN GUIDE

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

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

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Directory City Management

Cathy Ball, City Manager Randy Trivette, Assistant City Manager Steve Willis, Assistant City Manager

Park Management April Norris, Director Sam Miller, Assistant Director Joe Ebarb, Athletic Services Manager Bryan Bentley, Golf Manager Cindy Bogart, Park Services Manager Tayler Dixon, Promotions and Events Rachel Evans, Recreation Services Deb Fogle, Senior Services Manager

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Where to Find It

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Special Events

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Nature

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Afterschool Programs

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Open Sports

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Aquatics

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Parks and Recreation Directory

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Fitness & Exercise

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General Information

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Gaming & Esports

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Fall Break Camps

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Preschool & Kids

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Special Events

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Afterschool Programs Langston Afterschool Institute The Afterschool Institute incorporates three types of educational approaches: experiential, multicultural, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) 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 will receive supervised homework assistance from Robert McKinney and Niswonger tutors including 1-on-1 tutoring and special project assistance in partnership with Johnson City Schools.

Carver Recreation Center Monday-Thursday | 3-5:30pm Free | Ages 6-18 Computer Lab During this time, the Computer Lab will be open for students to access the Internet for completing homework or school projects.

Carver Recreation Center Monday-Thursday | 5:30-6:30pm Free | Ages 6-18

Gym Activities Participants will enjoy games like kickball, dodgeball, track & field, basketball, fitness, and free day on Fridays.

Carver Recreation Center Monday-Friday | 4-5:30pm Free | All ages Free Fridays Come enjoy arts & crafts, gym games, team-building exercises, and sports to end the week and gear up for the weekend ahead.

Carver Recreation Center Every Friday | 4-7pm | Free | Ages 6+ Teen Center Come hang out in the Teen Room and enjoy PS4 games, billiards, foosball, and arts & crafts!

Carver Recreation Center Monday-Thursday | 5-7pm Free | Grades 7-12 Arts & Crafts Participants will enjoy painting, coloring, and making art projects for special occasions.

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

Jr. G’s Join us to learn about gardening, composting, worm farming, greenhouse use, herbs, insects, and food preservation.

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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 guardian at all times.

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+ | $4 Ages 4-12 | $3 Ages 3 and under | Free

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

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

Memorial Park Community Center Date and Times: Monday-Friday | 7-8:45am & 11am-3:45pm Monday & Wednesday | 6-7:30pm Saturday | 10:30am-12:45pm Cost: $3/person

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Freedom Hall Pool Date and Times: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 7:30-8:45pm Saturday | 11am-1pm Cost: $3/person

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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 $3/class (Silver Sneakers members only) Instructor: Heidi Perry Arthritis Swim 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 offers the perfect blend of shallow and deep-water exercises for building cardio, strength, and flexibility. Join in and feel invigorated for the rest of your day! Flotation belts and resistance equipment will be used to ensure a NO IMPACT workout and spare 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 the smack down on calories over 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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Aquatics

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 kiddos to swim.

Children not potty trained must wear a swim diaper.

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

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

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FREEDOM HALL & LEGION STREET POOL

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

Freedom Hall Pool | Thursdays | 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 rolling your kayak?

Join us to perfect your roll skills.

Kayaks not provided.

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

Freedom Hall Pool | Tuesdays | 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.

Legion Street Pool | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 6-7am $50/month or $5/session | Ages 18+ Instructor: Chris Coraggio

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Fitness and Exercise

Weight Room The weight room is designed to promote your fitness and health. It features a universal weight station, free weights, bench press, and squat bar.

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

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

Memorial Park Community Center Every Thursday 4-6 years | 5:15-6:00pm 7-9 years | 6:00-6:45pm Tumble: 6:45-7:15pm 10+ years | 7:15-8:00pm $11 one-time registration fee, $10/class Instructor: Champions in Motion

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

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! Workouts will be paired with music and changing activities. This class will use interval training and can be adapted and modified depending on the skill level. Class will be held outdoors, weather permitting.

Memorial Park Community Center Fridays, September 8, 15, 22 & 29 8-9am | Free | Ages 16+

Zumba Dance, groove and enjoy a workout at Zumba!

Langston Centre Every Monday 6-7pm Free | All Ages Register in person day of class

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Gaming & Esports

Homeschool Gaming Hour Homeschool students are invited to participate in gaming including Fortnite, Rocket League, Fall Guys, Super Smash Bros., Mario Kart, and more.

Memorial Park Community Center Thursdays starting September 14 2:15-3pm | $3/class | Ages 6-17 For questions, call 423-434-5749 JC Smash Ladder The JC Smash Ladder is our first inaugural Super Smash Bros. league that consists of both Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Melee. Smash Ladder is a matchmaking experience that is exactly like queueing up into matchmaking at home, except you are right there in person playing against your opponent. Bring your own controller or use one of ours.

Memorial Park Community Center Wednesdays starting September 27 3-8pm | $3/player | All Ages For questions, call 423-434-5749 Registration will open soon at start.gg/JCSL

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Fall Break Camps

Washington County

Join us for Fall Break Camp! During camp participants will enjoy sports, arts and crafts, movies, games, and swimming.

Please pack a lunch and a snack for your child every day.

Register by scanning or click here.

For questions, call 423-434-5749.

Johnson City

Join us for Fall Break Camp! During camp participants will enjoy sports, arts and crafts, movies, games, and swimming.

Please pack a lunch and a snack for your child every day.

Register by scanning or click here.

For questions, call 423-434-5749.

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Preschool & Kids

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 related to a theme or topic and delivered to MPCC. Memorial Park Community Center Weekdays, Sept. 1-30 | 8am-6pm Free | Ages Preschool-18

Super Sprouts Develop coordinator, balance and movement skills while having fun! Soft Koosh and Nerf type equipment will be used so kids will build confidence and have lots of fun. Parent particiaption is welcome and encouraged.

Memorial Park Community Center Fridays, Sept. 8-29 | 9-10am Free | Ages 1-2

Karate Learn the basics of karate, or expand on your skills with Champions in Motion.

Memorial Park Community Center Every Monday | Grades K-5 Beginner: 5:30-6:15pm Returning Students: 6:15-7pm $11 One-Time Registration Fee, $10/class

Movement Academy: Preschool PE Let’s learn the basics and FUN-damentals of sports while encouraging team building, sportsmanship, and fair play.

Memorial Park Community Center Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 12-28 1-1:45pm | $2/class | Ages 3-5

Movement Academy: Homeschool PE Join us for the basic fundamentals of recreational sports and playground games while we learn communication, teamwork, and physical health.

Memorial Park Community Center Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 12-28 1-2pm | $3/class | Ages 6-17

Youth Rugby Youth will learn the fundamentals of rugby to develop a range of ball handling, running and evasion skills taught by Johnson City Rugby Academy.

Memorial Park Community Center Mondays, Sept. 11-Oct. 9 5:30-6:30pm | Free | Ages 10-13

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Nature Work Day: Planting for Our Future Jacob’s Nature Park is in the process of becoming a healthy forest once again.

Thousands of invasive plants have been removed and thousands of natives have been planted. Join us to help with our fall planting and small invasive removal.

Jacob’s Nature Park at Sinking Creek 1919 Ocala St., Outdoor Classroom Consider parking at 1220 King Springs or at the church & walking across the street Saturday, Sept. 16 | 9:30am-12:30pm Free | Ages 8+ No registration required

Invasive Plants: A Local Park’s Solution Learn a brief history of local invasives as we take a short walk through the park. How do they affect us, pollinators, and native plants and animals? Learn how Jacob’s Nature Park is overcoming this issue and how you can bring this knowledge back to your yard. Native plant sources will supplied.

Jacob’s Nature Park at Sinking Creek 1919 Ocala St., Outdoor Classroom Consider parking at 1220 King Springs or at the church & walking across the street Saturday, September 16 | 1-2:15pm Free | Ages 8+ No registration required

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Open Sports

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

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

Open Volleyball This is a time for working on your volleyball skills or for learning to play the game. Court 1 reserved for beginners. Court 2 reserved for intermediate players.

Memorial Park Community Center Wednesdays | 6-7:45pm 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 | 5:30-7:30pm Free | Open to all ages Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult

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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 April Norris, Director: 423-434-5807 Sam Miller, Assistant Director: 423-283-5820 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 Highway 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 Rachel Evans, Recreation Services Manager 423-434-5754 Aquatics Hannah Smith, 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 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, Naturalist 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

General Information

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 canceled and a full refund will be given. If the class, event or athletic program is canceled 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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