2022 Summer Playbook by LaceyParks

SUMMER 2022

PLAYBOOK Your guide to recreation, activities, and parks in Lacey

Presented in cooperation with North Thurston Public Schools

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COME PLAY WITH US! Lacey Parks, Culture & Recreation provides healthy, inspirational, and recreational opportunities through quality programming, facilities, and community events. The department also furthers the preservation and enhancement of the environment through planned parks, open spaces, and natural habitat areas. With over 1,200 acres of parkland and open space, a premier regional athletic complex, and several community buildings, Lacey’s residents and visitors enjoy one of the finest municipal park networks in the state. An array of recreation programs and special events are also offered, including cultural, sports, aquatics, fitness, outdoor, youth, and teen programs.

LACEY CITY HALL 420 College St SE Lacey, WA 98503

BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

Aram Wheeler, Chair Gary Larson, Vice-Chair Sarah Daniels Kamber Good Wendy Goodwin Troy Kirby Declan Line Dave Weber

EVENTS

ADULT

YOUTH

SPORTS & FITNESS

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EVENTS

TUESDAYS Children’s Entertainment Series 6:30 pm July 5

July 12

July 19

July 26

August 2

August 9

Physical Comedy

Magician

Pirate Show

Kids’ Rock ‘n Roll Adventurers

Mom/Daughter Kids’ Music Duo

Comedy Variety Show

July 27

August 3

August 10

Funk, Soul, top 40+

Original Folk Music

Irish Rock Band

Henrik Bothe

Louie Foxx

Cap’n ARRR

Brian Waite Band Ruth & Emilia

Angel Ocasio

WEDNESDAYS Concert Series Noon July 6

July 13

July 20

Mariachi Mexico Ranger & the from South of the Full Metal Racket Sounds Re-arrangers Border WA Nat’l Guard Rock Band

Platinum Soul

Cosmo’s Dream Slainte

Hot Club Swing

FRIDAYS Concerts 7:00 pm Movies at Dusk July 15

July 22

Neil Diamond Tribute

Original Country Rock

Cherry Cherry

The Sandlot

Olson Bros Band

Jungle Cruise (PG-13)

(PG)

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Aug 5

Country Rock

Latin American Music

(PG)

Nate Botsford Band Sing 2

CultureShock Encanto

• • • • • 18ft x 18ft Screen • Concessions available • Bring your own seating • • • • • • SPONSORED BY:

Lacey

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THURSDAYS • 2:00pm

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FREE Family Entertainment June We Care Sports

Learn to play fun new games and sports

June MC Shoehorn

July Creature Teachers

Tapdancing saxophone show

Learn about exotic animals

MERIDIAN NEIGHBORHOOD PARK 8855 Campus Glen Dr NE

LACEY DEPOT PARK 5555 Pacific Avenue SE

THE RAC SHELTER C 8345 Steilacoom Rd SE

Celebrate the differences & commonalities of many cultures through the games people play. Travel the world & discover that smiles are the same in any language! Attendees will be introduced to the games and then have a chance to play them so come dressed to play!

MC Shoehorn is a performance artist who creates music with his feet and dances with his horn. Combining body rhythms and sophisticated forms and concepts into an entertaining spectacle. A specialist in sax and tap dance, he is also a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, arranger and composer.

The weird and wonderful world of wild animals! Come learn about reptiles, amphibians, and other creepy crawlies. We love the ‘unlovable’ animals maligned by society. We will talk about care and conservation of animals and have a chance to pet and touch the animal ambassadors.

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July Brian Vogan & His

Good Buddies Band Music for kids ages 0-100

Aug Parrot Ambassadors Aug S.T.E.A.M. Museum

Using Parrots to connect people to the natural world

Explore state of the art hands on science, technology and more

LACEY DEPOT PARK 5555 Pacific Avenue SE

WOODLAND CREEK COMMUNITY PARK 6729 Pacific Ave SE

LACEY COMMUNITY CENTER 6729 Pacific Ave SE

Brian Vogan is a Seattle based early childhood music educator with fifteen years of experience sharing his love of music. Brian’s group the Good Buddies provide nimble and clever arrangements for songs about dinosaurs to dump trucks! Don’t miss this fabulous dance party of musical mayhem and good ol’ fashioned fun.

Parrots make great conversation starters! Their beauty, intelligence and inspiration build a great community connection! We bring 5-6 parrots who love performing all kinds of unique behaviors from flying to roller skating to talking and more!

This handson education experience truly has something for everyone! From building an arch to programming a robot to 3D printing, exploring gravity, friction, and math with STEAM pinball, creating your own music with the Music Maker, and much more, there is so much to try! Designed for k-6 students.

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56th ANNUAL

Sunday, July 3 • 4 - 11 pm

Rainier Vista Community Park • Lacey Get your FREE 3D Fireworks viewing glasses! Sponsored by:

5 p.m.

Beat Frequency

High-Energy Dance Party

8 p.m.

10 p.m.

Good Vibrations

Fireworks

Beach Boys Celebration

Set to Music!

FREE Kids Activities • Food Vendors • Family Fun! Special Thanks

to Fireworks Sponsors:

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TAKE HOME COOKIE KITS for all ages

Transform your kitchen into a bakery as you decorate (and eat) delicious, themed cookies! Each kit comes with 4 sugar cookies, the frosting and toppings you need all bundled in a “take home” kit with instructions from May’s Sugar Stop! $20 + Tax per kit. Pick up at Parks and Recreation Counter. Pre registration is required.

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May Bee Happy Cookie Kit

July Summer Melon Cookie Kit

June Ready for the Beach Cookie Kit

Aug. Hawaiian vacation Cookie Kit

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ADULT PROGRAMS Belly Dancing

(16+ yrs) Learn the basics of belly dance, improve fitness, and develop core strength while working out to great world music! Class emphasizes posture and stretching to avoid injury, muscle isolation for improving strength, and repetition for balanced workout. *Instructor’s approval required June 21 – Aug. 30 Tue. ADVANCED* 6 – 7 pm BEGINNER 7:30 – 8:30 pm Lacey Community Center

$49

First Aid CPR Class

(12+ yrs) Learn valuable “basic lifesaving skills” during this one-day program covering personal safety, blood-borne pathogens, choking, all levels of CPR, and other essential topics. This program provides a 2-year certification for infant, child, and adult first aid/CPR and meets L&I and DSHS child care requirements. Class covers, but does not certify, AED. Bring a sack lunch. May 14 Sat. June 18 Sat. July 16 Sat. Aug. 13 Sat. Lacey Community Center

8:30 am – 3 pm 8:30 am – 3 pm 8:30 am – 3 pm 8:30 am – 3 pm

$20 $20 $20 $20

(non-refundable; Instructor will collect additional $25 material fee at class)

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Taiko Drumming

(16+ yrs) Taiko, the art of Japanese Drumming, is now available to you! If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to play the big drums, now is your chance to give it a try! This is a physical activity that requires the ability to stand for an hour and flex and stretch. No Class: Aug. 4 & 11. July 14 – Aug. 25 Thu. BEGINNING 7 – 8 pm INTERMEDIATE 6 – 7 pm River Ridge High School Band Room

$30

IMPORTANT TIP No experience needed for the beginning class, and drums provided. We will use River Ridge High School’s practice drums and play on the rawhide drums during the final class.

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YOUTH & TEEN

Mining & Crafting Camp inspired by Minecraft

(6–12 yrs) Experience the world of Minecraft® with LEGO® Bricks in this fun camp! Minecraft is a game about placing blocks to build anything you can imagine. At night monsters come out, make sure to build a shelter before that happens. Kids will start by crafting their shelters and some of the mobs, critters, and tools using LEGO Bricks. Campers will face new challenges each day, building models and crafting key elements from the popular Minecraft game. All campers make and take home a custom mini-figure and photo collage of the week’s experience. Please bring a snack and water bottle. For an all-day option, also register for the afternoon Pocket Brick Monsters and get half-hour early dropoff, half-hour late pick-up, and bring-your-own lunch hour FREE. July 11 – 15 Mon. – Fri. Jacob Smith House

9 am – 12 pm

$225

Pocket Brick Monsters: Gotta Build ‘em All!

(6–12 yrs) This camp is brand new for 2022!!! Is it Pikachu or Pika-brick? Bulbasaur or Bulbabuilder? Charmander or Char-minifigure? Guess we’ve got a giant mix-up of LEGO® Bricks, so we’re calling all LEGO Builders and Pokemon® Trainers! Inspired by Pokemon, our Pocket Brick Monsters camp features lots of amazing LEGO building activities from your friends at Bricks 4 Kidz. Are you ready to catch and build ‘em all? Please bring a snack and water bottle. For an allday option, also register for the morning Mining & Crafting Camp and get half-hour early dropoff, half-hour late pick-up, and bring-your-own lunch hour FREE. July 11 – 15 Mon. – Fri. Jacob Smith House

1 – 4 pm

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Bat League – Heroes and Villains

(6–12 yrs) Wearing a dark cape and a mask, our bat hero steps out of the shadows to save the day — the Bricks 4 Kidz way! We’re calling on LEGO®-loving kids that are superhero fans (especially Batman fans!) for a week of building villains & heroes, cool gadgets and hideouts, and so much more — all with LEGO Bricks! We’ll use our imaginations, building skills, and crime-fighting passion in this thrilling updated camp of bat heroes and villains! All campers make and take home a custom mini-figure and photo collage of the week’s experience. Please bring a snack and water bottle. For an all-day option, also register for the afternoon Game On Camp and get half-hour early drop-off, half-hour late pick-up, and bring-your-own lunch hour FREE. Aug. 22 – 26 Mon. – Fri. Jacob Smith House

9 am – 12 pm

$225

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Game On! Mario & Friends Edition

(6–12 yrs) We know you love Mario, Sonic, Minecraft, and more, and so do we! But now it’s time to unplug the console and pull out the LEGO Bricks! Get your game on as we brick our way through levels of building, power up with some motor-powered LEGO models, and try to earn a few “extra lives” building mini-figures and 3D Sculptures. Each day of this NEW for 2022 5-day camp is a new adventure as the virtual and LEGO® worlds collide the Bricks 4 Kidz way! Please bring a snack and water bottle. For an all-day option, also register for the morning Bat League Camp and get half-hour early drop-off, half-hour late pick-up, and bring-your-own lunch hour FREE. Aug. 22 – 26 Mon. – Fri. Jacob Smith House

1 – 4 pm

$225

May Sugar Stop Workshops

(12+ yrs) This course teaches you the foundation of cookie decorating. No experience needed, you will learn the techniques and methods to successfully decorate sugar cookies. At the end of class, you will walk away with 6 decorated cookies that will impress your friends and family. Use your new found knowledge to decorate cookies for any occasion. All tools and supplies are furnished by the instructor. Please bring a sealed large plastic container to transport and store finished cookies. Happy Llamas Thu. Summer Lemonade Wed. Day at the Beach Thu. Sweet Treats Thu. Lacey Community Center

Jul. 14 Jul. 20 Aug. 4 Aug. 18

1 – 4 pm 1 – 4 pm 1 – 4 pm 1 – 4 pm

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Inclusive Art Series

(12+ yrs) Our inclusive art series will focus on exploration, creativity, social connection, and self-reflection. There may not always be an “end product.” No art experience is necessary, and all materials are provided. Classes in this series build upon each other, allowing for a lot of time to get comfortable with materials and play! Please list necessary accommodation(s) for full participation upon registration. June 7 – 28 Tue. 6 – 7 pm Sensory Tool House – 5831 Lacey Blvd. SE Ste. J Lacey

Meet the Instructor Daisye Orr is a self-taught artist with a background in health education, theater, and grief processing. She has personal experience with using art for healing, relaxation, and play. Daisye’s approach to teaching is to provide a space to explore, create, and be yourself. She also likes to use household or recycled materials in her projects.

$49

Art for Kids School

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(5–12 yrs) This popular program is process oriented and designed to enhance your NOW enjoyment of art and creative expression. Learn to use various materials and enhance your confidence in your creativity. Explore your creativity using pen and ink, charcoal, soft and oil pastels, and acrylics (all supplies furnished). You’ll complete eight projects, led by a degreed, professional artist. Please bring a snack (peanut free) and an old shirt to keep clothes from getting stained. All other supplies included. Art for Kids School teaches after-school programs throughout Washington. 5 – 8yrs (9:30 am – 12:30 pm)

9 – 12yrs (1:30 – 4:30 pm)

SESSION I

July 11 – July 14

Mon. – Thu.

$125

Jacob Smith House

SESSION II

July 18 – July 21

Mon. – Thu.

$125

Woodland Creek White House

SESSION III

Aug. 8 – Aug. 11

Mon. – Thu.

$125

Woodland Creek White House

SESSION IV

Aug. 22 – Aug. 25

Mon. – Thu.

$125

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Animation Fun

TC Media Animation Overdrive

(12–16 yrs) Discover the diverse world of animation. Students will be introduced to several different animation styles. Experiment in stop-motion, 2-D, and other forms. You can animate common objects, puppets, and paper cut-outs. Explore sound production, editing, and storytelling before producing an animated short movie. June 27 – Jul. 1 TC Media Studio

Mon. – Fri.

9:30 am – 4 pm

$299

Let’s Talk: TV Studio Production

(8–11 yrs) Explore the fun, and sometimes unpredictable, nature of television news and talk shows. You can be the camera operator, run the audio board, or write the script. If you like the spotlight, be the host and interview a local personality. Students work in a state-ofthe-art TV studio with professional cameras, lighting, and even a green screen, to make a news program and talk show. July 11 – 15 TC Media Studio 12

Mon. – Fri.

9:30 am – 1 pm

$175

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(8–11 yrs) Learn various styles of stop-motion animation using iPads. Create your animation story using Claymation, common objects, paper cut-outs, and white board drawings. You will experiment with sound production, editing, and storytelling and use various techniques to make your animation. July 11 – 15 TC Media Studio

Mon. – Fri.

1:30 – 5 pm

$175

Let’s Make a Movie

(12–16 yrs) Students will work through the process of making a short narrative movie from writing the script, casting characters, then shooting and editing the final product. You’ll learn how to use cameras, audio, lighting, and special effects. By the end of the week, the team will have produced an original short movie. Jul. 25 – 29 TC Media Studio

Mon. – Fri.

9:30 am – 4 pm

$299

Let’s Make a Music Video

(12–16 yrs) Working with local musicians, students will learn to use video and audio equipment and video-production techniques for making creative, dynamic music videos. By the end of the week, students will have produced a music video. Aug. 8 – 12 TC Media Studio

Mon. – Fri.

9:30 am – 4 pm

$299

YOUTH DAY CAMPS

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SUMMER FUN TOUR 6–12 YRS • JUNE 27 – AUG. 19 MON. – FRI. • 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

LAKES ELEMENTARY & LYDIA HAWK ELEMENTARY

Join our incredible staff as we celebrate the 2022 Summer Fun Tour. Our summer camp is a time for your child to create new memories, build new friendships, and have tons of fun. Their days will be filled with lots of games, laughter, and adventure. We also are provided with an on-site library and summer reading program by the Timberland Regional Library. Camper-to-staff ratio is 6:1 on site and 4:1 on field trips. All of our counselors are First Aid/CPR certified. We will follow Washington State DOH recommendations, including fieldtrips. If fieldtrips are permitted, we will notify participants when and where they will be, as soon as possible. You must have your COMPLETED camper information form(s) and two weeks of camp fees to reserve your space. June 27 – July 1

Summer Safari

July 5 – 8

Party Time

July 11 – 15

Super Science

July 18 – 22

Wild Adventures

July 25 – 29

Buggin’ Out

Aug. 1 – 5

Beat the Heat

Aug. 8 – 12

Circus Fun

Aug. 15 – 19

Holiday Celebrations

$175 per week ($140, July 5 – 8 No Camp Mon, July 4th) Limit: 30 campers a week per location

PLAYGROUND PALS 6–12 YRS • JUNE 27 – AUG. 19 MON. – FRI. • 12 – 3:30 PM

LYDIA HAWK ELEMENTARY & LACEY ELEMENTARY

Lacey Parks, Culture & Recreation in a partnership with North Thurston Public Schools would like to invite you to come join the fun this summer! Our incredible Parks and Recreation staff will be at each of the schools listed above, offering playground supervision as well as organized activities that include: arts and crafts, games, fitness, water activities, and even a summer reading program brought to you by the Timberland Regional Library. This is a free program, pre-registration is required and you must attend a North Thurston Public School.

Lunch will be provided by the Summer Food Service Program. Register Today

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SPORTS & FITNESS

Fitness Yoga I

(16+ yrs) This class is for students new to Yoga and those returning to their practice. This Hatha Yoga class is focused on asana (poses) and breathing techniques that increase flexibility, strengthen the body, and release stress. Students may stay at this level for as long as they feel it fits their needs. Senior teacher Ray Grace, Founder of OlyYoga leads the class. Please bring a yoga mat and any props you like to use. SESSION I

June 8 – July 27 June 9 – July 28

Wed. Thu.

SESSION II

Aug. 3 – 24 Wed. Aug. 4 – 25 Thu. Lacey Community Center

4 – 5:15 pm 5:30 – 6:45 pm

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Yoga II

(16+ yrs) This class is for students advancing their practice from the Level I class or with other yoga experience. This Hatha Yoga class moves forward into a faster paced class and more advanced poses. Before moving to this level, the student must have a firm grasp of how to modify poses for their needs and be willing to challenge themselves a bit more. Senior teacher Ray Grace, Founder of OlyYoga leads the class. Please bring a yoga mat and any props you like to use. SESSION I

June 9 – July 28

SESSION II

Thu.

Aug. 4 – 25 Thu. Lacey Community Center

7 – 8:15 pm

$80

7 – 8:15 pm

$40

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SPORTS CAMPS SMU Track and Field Clinic

(8–14 yrs) The Saint Martin’s University Track & Field Summer Clinic is designed for student-athletes looking to learn or hone their existing track & field skills in a fun environment. Saint Martin’s University coaches and student-athletes will be on hand to lead clinic sessions, answer questions, and demonstrate skills. The clinic is open to all participants regardless of skill level. Thur. – Fri SMU Track

July 14 – 15

9 am – 12 pm

$60

Help Yourself and Help Others – Be A Coach or Team Manager!

Volunteers live longer, healthier lives. It’s a fact. Improve your life and connect with others by volunteering a few hours a week for Little Lacey Baseball. We’ll provide training clinics, resources, practice equipment, and coaching mentors. All volunteers must successfully complete an application, background check, screening, and training course. Your reward (besides a t-shirt and ball cap) will be the satisfaction of learning new skills, strengthening our community, and providing a positive activity for children! Applications are available on our website.

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GYMNASTICS DAY CAMPS (3–12 yrs) Parents, energized fun awaits your child at Black Hills Gymnastics Summer Break Camp! Featuring gymnastics, your child’s day will also include crafts, games, and group play!

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Gymnastics Funtastics Summer Day Camp (6–12 yrs)

(3–8 yrs with parent) Your young ballplayer and the whole family can experience excitement and fun at the ballpark this summer as part of the Little Lacey Baseball League! Whether it’s the happy moment of crossing the plate after a home run, or the joy of making new friends, your child will have a great time! This program emphasizes skill-building and teamwork for girls and boys under the guidance of volunteer coaches. Our league motto is “All Adults Working for the Benefit of All the Children.” Our recreation staff provides support to ensure a positive atmosphere during league activities. As a safety rule, a parent or guardian must accompany each player to all practices and games. Each player receives a uniform shirt and cap, and participation medal! Registration closes at 5:00 pm June 10, or when full. Space is limited so register early! Weekday evening practices and games as listed below.

SESSION I

DIVISION 1 PRE-TEE (3 – 4 YRS)

Tumbling Tots Summer Day Camp (3–5 yrs)

SESSION I June 27 – July 1

Mon. – Fri.

9 am – 12:30 pm

$125

July 25 – July 29 Mon. – Fri.

9 am – 12:30 pm

$125

SESSION II SESSION III Aug. 29 - Sept. 2 Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 12:30 pm $125 Black Hills Gymnastics Bring snack and water bottle with your name on it. Wear clothes comfortable to move around in.

Mon. – Fri.

9 am – 3 pm

$175

June 20 – Aug 10 Mon. & Wed. 5:30 – 6:30 pm (Gloves not required)

July 25 – July 29 Mon. – Fri.

9 am – 3 pm

$175

DIVISION 2 KINDER TEE (4 – 5 YRS)

Aug. 29 - Sept. 2 Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 3 pm $175 Black Hills Gymnastics Bring snack and water bottle with your name on it. Wear clothes comfortable to move around in.

DIVISION 3 MOD PITCH (5 – 6 YRS)

June 27 – July 1

SESSION II SESSION III

June 21 – Aug 11 June 20 – Aug 10

Tue. & Thu.

5:30 – 6:30 pm

Mon. & Wed. 6:30 – 7:30 pm

$65

$65 $65

DIVISION 4 COACH PITCH (6 – 8 YRS) June 21 – Aug 11 Tue. & Thu. City Parks and other local fields

6:30 – 7:30 pm

$65

A complete description of divisional guidelines and a league calendar are available on our website. Thank you for reviewing info before registering.

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Skyhawks Skyhawks provides a wide variety of fun, safe, and positive programs that emphasize critical lessons in sports and life, such as teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship. Our programs are designed to give each child a positive introduction into sports while fostering a lifelong love for an active, healthy lifestyle. Please view our website at www.skyhawks.com for further information.

Tennis Beginning Tennis Lessons

(7–17 yrs) Tennis is one of the greatest gifts you can give your child because it is the ultimate lifetime sport that can be played at any age. Our experienced and enthusiastic coaches use a positive approach and blend fun with instruction to develop each player’s abilities. After a week of lessons, your child will have new skills, new friends, and a great start in tennis! Mon. – Thu. Mon. – Thu.

9 – 10 am 10 – 11 am

(7 – 9 yrs) (10 – 12 yrs)

SESSION I July 11 – 14 $45 SESSION II July 18 – 21 $45 SESSION III July 25 – 28 $45 River Ridge High School Tennis Courts

(13–17 yrs) Are you hoping to play high school tennis? You can prepare yourself for tryouts and develop confidence at this weeklong camp. Our instructors will help you sharpen fundamental skills and advance all aspects of your game. You will be challenged, but also enjoy encouragement, enthusiasm, and fun contests designed to teach strokes and strategies to use on a school team! 11 am – 12:30 pm

SESSION I July 11 – 14 SESSION II July 18 – 21 SESSION III July 25 – 28 River Ridge High School Tennis Court

$50 $50 $50

Kim’s Taekwon-Do

(8+ yrs) This non-contact Korean martial art has been taught through Lacey Parks for over 20 years by 7th Degree Black Belts, Masters Cheryl Buren and Sharon Buren. Join today to learn self-defense, get in shape, and earn a Black Belt! We emphasize academic performance and teach students the importance of using self-discipline in achieving personal goals. Classes offered year-round. July 6 – Aug. 31 Mon. & Wed. Lacey Community Center 16

6 – 7 pm

(4–12 yrs) Our multi-sport camp is designed to introduce athletes to a variety of different sports in one setting. For this program, we combine baseball, soccer, and basketball into one fun-filled week. Athletes will learn the rules and essential skills of each sport along with vital life lessons such as respect and teamwork. SESSION l July 5 – 8 4 – 7 yrs 7 – 12 yrs

Tue. – Fri. 9 am – 12 pm 9 am – 3 pm

SESSION ll Aug. 1 – 5 Mon. – Fri 4 – 7 yrs 9 am – 12 pm The Regional Athletic Complex

Tennis Camp

Mon. – Thu.

Multi-Sport Mini Hawk Camp: Baseball, Soccer & Basketball

$52

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$145

Volleyball Camp

(6–13 yrs) Skyhawks Volleyball takes the energy and excitement of this great team sport and puts it all together into one fun-filled camp. All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting and serving. This co-ed program is designed for the beginner to intermediate player and will incorporate essential life-lessons such as teamwork and sportsmanship. Our volleyball staff will assist each athlete in developing the fundamental skills of the game through gamebased drills and daily scrimmages aimed at developing the whole player. July 11 – 15 Mon. – Fri. The Regional Athletic Complex

9 am – 12 pm

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Beginning Golf

(5–9 yrs) Skyhawks Beginning Golf is powered by Payne Stewart Golf Experiences, the recommended entry-level golf program for PGA Junior Golf Camps. The unique, games-based play program and modified learning equipment make it easier for kids to hit the ball and experience early success. Putting, chipping, pitching and full swing, are all taught through games, simple repetitive motions and learning rhymes that make it easy for young kids to remember and repeat. Specially designed, age-appropriate golf equipment is provided. July 11 – 15 Mon. – Fri. The Regional Athletic Complex

9 am – 12 pm

Baseball Camp

$145

(4–12 yrs) This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for the beginning to intermediate player. Using our progressive curriculum, staff focus on the whole player, teaching respect, teamwork, and responsibility. An active week of hitting, catching, ball handling, and fielding makes this one of our most popular programs. Bring a sack lunch and water bottle each day. July 18 – 22 Mon. – Fri. 4 – 7 yrs 9 am – 12 pm 7 – 12 yrs 9 am – 3 pm The Regional Athletic Complex

Basketball Camp

(4–12 yrs) This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for the beginning to intermediate player. Using our progressive curriculum, staff focus on the whole player, teaching respect, teamwork and responsibility. An active week of passing, shooting, dribbling, and rebounding makes this one of our most popular programs. Bring a sack lunch and water bottle each day. SESSION l July 25 – 29 4 – 7 yrs 7 – 12 yrs

Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 12 pm 9 am – 3 pm

$145 $180

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STEM & Play: Volleyball

(6–12 yrs) Skyhawks is excited to offer STEM Sports® curriculum! These STEM & Play programs use sports as the real-life application to engage elementary and middle school-aged participants. Our double-play combination of physical activity and cognitive thinking provides a comprehensive, inquiry-based educational experience and a solution for crucial science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) literacy for students. Aug. 1 – 5 Mon. – Fri. The Regional Athletic Complex

9 am – 12 pm

$145

Flag Football Camp Fueled by USA Football

(6–12 yrs) Skyhawks flag football is the perfect program for your young athletes who want a complete introduction to America’s Game or for those who simply want to brush up on their skills in preparation for league play. Through our ‘skill of the day’ campers will learn skills on both sides of the ball including the core components of passing, catching, and de-flagging or defensive positioning - all presented in a fun & positive environment. The week ends with the Skyhawks Sports Bowl, giving participants a chance to display their skills on the gridiron! Bring a sack lunch and water bottle each day. Aug. 8 – 12 Mon. – Fri. The Regional Athletic Complex

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9 am – 3 pm

$180

STEM & Play: Basketball

(6–12 yrs) Skyhawks is excited to offer STEM Sports ® curriculum! These STEM & Play programs use sports as the real-life application to engage elementary and middle school-aged participants. Our double-play combination of physical activity and cognitive thinking provides a comprehensive, inquiry-based educational experience and a solution for crucial science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) literacy for students. Aug. 15 – 19

Mon. – Fri.

9 am – 3 pm

$180

The Regional Athletic Complex

Adult Sports Leagues Hot, Hot, Hot Outdoor Summer Volleyball

(16 + yrs) Come join us for one of our Summer Volleyball leagues. We offer grass co-ed 4 on 4; both rec and competitive as well as a women’s only, and a co-ed sand league! Come enjoy the summer fun with your friends at one of our beautiful parks. WOMEN’S GRASS FOURS (REC AND COMP) June 14 – Aug 2 Tue. Wonderwood Park

$175 per Team

CO-ED SAND FOURS (REC AND COMP) June 15 – Aug 3 Wed. Rainier Vista Community Park

$175 per Team

CO-ED GRASS FOURS (REC AND COMP) June 16 – Aug 4 Thu. Wonderwood Park

$175 per Team

Soccer Camp

(4–12 yrs) This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for the beginning to intermediate player. Using our progressive curriculum, staff focus on the whole player, teaching respect, teamwork, and responsibility. Bring a sack lunch and water bottle each day. Aug. 22 – 26 Mon. – Fri. 4 – 7 yrs 9 am – 12 pm 7 – 12 yrs 9 am – 3 pm The Regional Athletic Complex

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$145 $180

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AQUATICS

Aquatic Fitness Fitness/Lap Swim

(18+ yrs) All six lanes will be open for lap swimming with a maximim of two people per lane. NO class May 30, June 20-23, July 4, Aug. 1-4 and Sept. 5 May 16 – July 11 July 18 – Sept. 19

Mon. Mon.

7 – 8 pm 7 – 8 pm

$42 $48

May 17 – July 12 July 19 – Sept. 20

Tue. Tue.

7 – 8 pm 7 – 8 pm

$48 $54

May 18 – July 13 July 20 – Sept. 21

Wed. Wed.

7 – 8 pm 7 – 8 pm

$48 $54

May 19 – July 14 Thu. July 21 – Sept. 22 Thu. River Ridge High School Pool

7 – 8 pm 7 – 8 pm

$48 $54

On Your Own in the Deep

7 – 8 pm 7 – 8 pm 7 – 8 pm 7 – 8 pm 7 – 8 pm 7 – 8 pm 7 – 8 pm 7 – 8 pm

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(18+ yrs) Create your own deep-water workout while the shallow end of the pool is set up with six lanes for lap swimming. There is no instructor and music will not be playing during class time. NO class May 30, June 20-23, July 4, Aug. 1-4 and Sept. 5 May 16 – July 11 Mon. July 18 – Sept. 19 Mon. May 17 – July 12 Tue. July 19 – Sept. 20 Tue. May 18 – July 13 Wed. July 20 – Sept. 21 Wed. May 19 – July 14 Thu. July 21 – Sept. 22 Thu. River Ridge High School Pool

AQUATIC FITNESS BENEFITS

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Perfect low-impact class for joint injuries or pain. Easily customizable for every age and fitness level by adjusting range and speed of movement. Exercising in the water is naturally cooling so you can exercise comfortably without sweating. A great way to socialize with new people, laugh, and have fun while burning calories. E xercise in almost any form can act as a stress reliever boosting “feel-good” endorphins and distracting you from daily worries.

Swim Lessons BEGINNER SWIM LESSONS LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

3 – 4 yrs only

5 – 6 yrs only

7 – 12 yrs only

“Just the right fit” for all new and returning swimmers. Utilizing well-organized progressions, swimmers will practice breath control, basic swimming strokes, safety skills, and how to have fun in the water! No pre-requisite skills required. All swimmers in Level 1, 2 & 3 are required to wear a “learn to swim” float vest (provided at pool) if less than 48 inches tall. Class located in the shallow end.

ADVANCED SWIM LESSONS LEVEL 4 7 – 12 yrs ** Must pass level 3 to register **

Instructors will introduce and guide swimmers through new strokes including back crawl, butterfly, and breast stroke while continuing to teach safety and skill refinement. Current swimmers can enroll for Level 4 if they have received an instructor approval indicating they have accomplished the required skills. Participants will be in deep water, swimming the width of the pool.

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egister based on your child’s age. On the R first day of class the instructors will adjust children into classes as needed to make sure they are in classes with children of similar skill level. To register for Level 4, instructor approval is required. Requests for registration changes must be made before the session begins. Call 360491-0857 to request a change, if space is available. Don’t be discouraged if a class is full, we often add classes based on the waitlist. If you are registering online you can add yourself to any waitlist or call our office. Our goal of instructor-to-student ratios are 4:1 for Level 1 and 6:1 for Level 2 through 4.

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Class Schedule North Thurston High School Pool / Two days per week for two weeks / Cost: $48 (except Session l July 6- 13: $36)

MONDAY/WEDNESDAY CLASSES

TUESDAY/THURSDAY CLASSES

SESSION I: July 6- 13 (No class July 4)

SESSION I: July 5- 14

SESSION II: July 18-27

SESSION II: July 19-28

SESSION III: Aug 1-10

SESSION III: Aug 2-11

SESSION IV: Aug 15-24

SESSION IV: Aug 16-25

LEVEL 1

3 – 4 yrs only

5 – 6 yrs only *

12 – 12:30 pm 12:40 – 1:10 pm

3:30 – 4 pm

LEVEL 3

7 – 12 yrs only

LEVEL 4 7 – 12 yrs

Approval Required

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1:20 – 1:50 pm 2 – 2:30 pm

LEVEL 2

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4:10 – 4:40 pm

4:50 – 5:20 pm *These classes are only offered in Session 1-3. For complete class offerings, please visit our online catalog at LaceyParks.org.

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Family Open Swim Time for your family to enjoy the pool in an open setting. Whether you want to practice skills from swim lessons or just have a splashing good time. Parents are required to be in the water and within arm’s reach with anyone under 12 years of age.

To signup, check our registration page for dates and times available!

We’re Recruiting

Have you ever thought about working or volunteering for the Parks, Culture and Recreation Department? We have many opportunities in aquatics, sports, facilities, special events, and at the Lacey Museum. Check us out at LaceyParks.org.

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LACEY MUSEUM Thelma Jackson with daughters Debrena and Ericka at Lydia Hawk Elementary School in the 1970s. Lacey Museum, Daily Olympian Collection.

VISIT THE LACEY MUSEUM

JUNE 1, 2022 – NOVEMBER 1, 2022 Change was in the air. Everywhere. From Saigon to Seattle, Paris to Pasco. On college campuses, the campaign trail and evergreen peaks, Washingtonians were spurred to action. It was the year when Vietnam, civil rights, women’s liberation, and conservation coalesced—the year when tragedy led the 6 o’clock news with numbing regularity. Nearly 50 million Baby Boomers were coming of age. The draft call for 1968 was 302,000, up 72,000 from the prior year. 1968 changed us in ways still rippling through our society a half-century later. This exhibit at the Lacey Museum is brought to you by Legacy Washington.

Summer Programs Check out our website, Laceymuseum.org for up-todate information on summer programs and events! We have something for everyone of all ages. 24

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Hours: Thu. & Fri. 11 am – 3 pm Sat. 10 am – 4 pm 829 Lacey Street SE (360) 438-0209 museum@ci.lacey.wa.us

Virtual Cemetery Tour

Coming Summer 2022! Join us as we embark on a fascinating journey though Lacey’s Ruddell Pioneer Cemetery. Details will be posted at Laceymuseum.org.

We Can Make Your Next Event Memorable Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation Department operates facilities that provide venues for park events, programs, and classes. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is prepared to help make your event a success. They will be available the day of your event to provide assistance, including the physical set up of the room.

Jacob Smith House

Jacob Smith House is a civil-war-era structure that features 3 acres of park-like grounds and is available on a rental basis for weddings, receptions, seminars, and retreats.

Lacey Community Center

Lacey Community Center seats up to 360 and is the site of numerous community events. It is also available on a rental basis and is an ideal location for banquets, weddings, receptions, meetings, and conferences.

For more information or to schedule a visit, please call 360-412-3191 Register Today

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29. Karen Fraser Woodland Trail

28. Woodland Creek Community Park

27. Wonderwood Park

26. William Ives Trail

25. William A. Bush Park

24. Wanschers Community Park

23. Virgil S. Clarkson Senior Center

22. Thornbury Park

21. Regional Athletic Complex

20. Rainier Vista Park

19. Pleasant Glade Park

18. Mullen Road Habitat Reserve

17. Meridian Neighborhood Park

16. McAllister Community Park

15. Long Lake Park

14. Lakepointe Park

13. Lake Lois Park

12. Lake Lois Habitat Reserve

11. Lacey Museum

10. Lacey Depot Park

9. Lacey Community Center

8. Jacob Smith House

7. I-5 Park & Trail

6. Huntamer Park

5. Horizon Pointe Park

4. Homann Park

3. Civic Plaza

2. Brooks Park

1. Avonlea Park

AMENITIES

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OUTDOOR PERFORMANCES/EVENTS EVENT BUILDING EVENT AREA

* Dog prohibited on beach and swim area

UNDEVELOPED

FISHING

SWIMMING

DISC GOLF

SKATEPARK

SAND VOLLEYBALL COURTS

TENNIS COURTS

PICKLEBALL COURTS

BASKETBALL COURTS

SOCCER/FOOTBALL/ RUGBY FIELDS

BASEBALL/SOFTBALL FIELDS

DOGS ON LEASH

TRAIL ACCESS

PAVED SURFACE

NATURAL SURFACE

YOUTH SWINGS

TODDLER SWING

INCLUSIVE SWING (ADA ACCESSIBLE)

5-12 YEAR OLD PLAYGROUND

2-5 YEAR OLD PLAYGROUND

INCLUSIVE PLAY EQUIPMENT (ADA)

FREE STANDING GRILLS

PARKING LOT

RESTROOM

PICNIC TABLES (UNSHELTERD)

RESERVABLE PICNIC SHELTERS

PICNIC SHELTERS

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Class Policies & Reminders Specialized Recreation Programs Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation provides special services programs to area residents in cooperation with Thurston County Parks and Recreation. These programs strive to meet the needs of the developmentally and physically challenged. For more information, please contact Thurston County Parks and Recreation 360-786-5595. For the hearing impaired, the TDD number is 360-754-2933.

ADA Accommodations Refunds & Cancellations Unless otherwise noted, refunds, less costs incurred, will be given if notified: Two business days prior to 1st class = 100% Less than two business days prior to 1st class = 75% 2nd class = 50% 3rd class = 0% *Trips and Tours Cancellations: 7 or more days prior to the trip: = 100% less any fees incurred. Less than 7 days = 0% No exceptions for sickness, personal emergencies, or “no shows”. NOTE: You may substitute another person at any time before the day of the trip/tour without a penalty. You need to contact the office as soon as possible with person’s information. Trips go rain or shine. No refunds for programs meeting 3 times or less. No refunds for sport leagues or tournaments once the league or tournament draws have been made. Refunds will be issued in the form of the original method of payment. Cash will be refunded by check and is issued to the person listed as the primary guardian of the household account. Refunds for children linked to more than one household account will be issued to the primary guardian of the household account in which the class registration was originally processed. 28

North Thurston Public Schools Disclaimer Unless otherwise specifically noted, the programs listed in this brochure are NOT school-sponsored activities. The North Thurston Public Schools has neither reviewed nor approved the sponsoring organization or its programs, personnel, and activities announced in this catalog. The sponsoring organization and participants agree to protect, indemnify, and hold harmless the District, its board of directors, employees, and agents, from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, expenses or rights of action, directly or indirectly attributed to the organization, or its programs, personnel, and activities. Permission to distribute this brochure through the schools should not be considered an endorsement or recommendation of these programs by North Thurston Public Schools.

Weather Cancellations Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation will make a decision regarding class or program cancellations due to inclement weather as early in the day as possible, and will notify all registered participants. Please check City of Lacey website for updates.

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The City of Lacey provides reasonable accommodations to the public with disabilities. We invite you to contact the Parks, Culture and Recreation Department two (2) weeks in advance of the date a program begins or forty-eight (48) hours before meetings to discuss any special accommodations which are necessary. Individuals with disabilities may register for any program offered by the Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation Department provided program requirements can be met and the safety of other program participants is not affected. Accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Gender Equity Policy The City of Lacey does not discriminate against any person on the basis of sex in the operation, conduct, or administration of community athletic programs or sports facilities. Any citizen who feels she or he has been the victim of discriminatory treatment in violation of this policy should report this concern to the Parks, Culture and Recreation Director, the Recreation Manager, or the Recreation Supervisor of the program, for appropriate investigation.

Summer Registration is Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 8 am.* *

Summer Day Camp & Specialty Camps registration opened March 23 at 8 am.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS: ONLINE

BY PHONE

Register and pay online! This is the quickest registration tool. You can set up your household account and register for programs 24/7 once registration opens! Visit ci.lacey.wa.us/RecGuide and click on Online Registration.

We suggest online registration as the speediest registration tool, but we are happy to assist you by phone as well. Thank you in advance for your patience. Our phone lines will be open and staffed, you may experience a wait as we assist each customer in the order the call is received.

Please note that a few programs are not available for online registration. These are noted with this symbol

FULL PAYMENT IS DUE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION VIA VISA/MC. WE DO NOT STORE CREDIT CARDS, SO BE SURE TO HAVE YOURS HANDY WHEN YOU REGISTER.

REGISTRATION RECOMMENDATIONS Plan ahead! Set up your account before May 11. If the program you wanted is already full, ask to be put on our waitlist. We recommend you sign up for programs as far in advance as possible to insure your spot and to prevent program cancellations. After a class has already started, please contact our office for registration info.

APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP The Parks, Culture and Recreation Department has a scholarship fund available to ensure recreation programs are accessible to everyone in our community. Applicants must show proof of residency (City of Lacey or North Thurston Public School) and of financial need. Email laceyparksscholarships@ci.lacey.wa.us for full details and the applicaiton.

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56th Annual

Sunday, July 3 • Rainier Vista Community Park • 4 - 11 pm FREE Kids Activities • Food Vendors • Family Fun!

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Get your FREE 3D Fireworks viewing glasses courtesty of Lacey Collision!

5 p.m.

Beat Frequency

High-Energy Dance Party

8 p.m.

Good Vibrations

Beach Boys Celebration

10 p.m.

Fireworks Set to Music!

420 College St SE, Lacey, WA 98503

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