LANCASTER PARKS & RECREATION ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS 2023 by LancasterParksandRecreation

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Board of Park Commissioners

Robert Lovell - Board Member

MISSION STATEMENT TO PROVIDE A QUALITY PARK AND RECREATION SYSTEM THAT PROMOTES THE BENEFITS OF PARKS AND RECREATION BY PROVIDING QUALITY FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS THAT ENRICH THE LIVES OF THE CITIZENS IN OUR COMMUNITY. 3 DESTINATION DOWNTOWN LANCASTER @FOUNTAIN SQUARE

Carrie Woody- Board Member Charles Elsea- Board Member R. Mark Bibler - Secretary

PARK STAFF

Superintendent Jim

Supervisor of Facilities Jennifer Shamblin Supervisor, Recreation Carla Young Supervisor, Olivedale Park Carol Russell Park Office Manager Jackie Compton Administrative Assistant, Olivedale Park Trina Thornton Outdoor Education Coordinator Maria Mulder Fitness & Aquatics Coordinator Noah Akers Park Attendant, Alley Park Ryan Clark Park Attendant, Olivedale Park Blake Byers Park Attendant Tim Foltz Park Attendant Brad Palmer Park Attendant Ryan Perkins Park Attendant Brent Siders Park Attendant Kathy Stasel Park Attendant Justin Vorhees Tree Commission City Forester Park Office 1507 E. Main St. Lancaster, Ohio 43130 Office hours: 7:30 am-4 pm 740-687-6651 WE NOW ACCEPT ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS www.LancasterParks.com lancasterparksandrecreationdepartment Listen to Friday Field Notes Every Friday on 88.9 WLRY at 7:30 am and 5:00 pm 4

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MEET THE TEAM

MAINTENANCE & RECREATION OLIVEDALE & HEALTH & FITNESS

ALLEY PARK OUTDOOR EDUCATION

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Answer: THANK YOU for being willing to be a volunteer coach. We are looking for coaches each season as our leagues continue to grow. While registering your player, you can sign up to be a VOLUNTEER coach for soccer, flag football, or cheerleading. (Tackle football is different). Just click on: I will coach my child. If we have a need for new coaches, we will reach out to you and start the process. All volunteer coaches complete a background check and concussion training. Want to be a team sponsor? GREAT!

will get you a sponsor form to fill out and return with the sponsor payment so we can put your business name on the back of each player's jersey. We rely on sponsors like you, to help with the ever growing cost of equipment and uniforms, so we can keep the cost affordable for our community. PLEASE EMAIL: jshamblin@ci.lancaster.oh.us for your sponsor form. How

become a coach or sponsor of

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How to Register for an Activity

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Choose "Check Out Online" (when available) or "Create a Pre-Registration Form" (if available) and follow the steps.

How do I register for Lancaster Parks & Recreation Activities? YOUTH SPORTS YOUTH SPORTS ADULT RECREATION ADULT RECREATION ADULT RECREATION Health & Fitness Health & Fitness Health & Fitness Center Center Center ALLEY PARK ALLEY PARK PARK CAMPS CAMPS CAMPS 7

Charles Alley Memorial Park has been a city park with the Lancaster Parks & Recreation since 1978. This 350- acre nature park hosts a variety of large community events, including a Maple Tapping Festival, Frontier Spirit, Pumpkin Hike, Santa in the Park, as well as many field trips and educational programs for students and adults. The park has seven miles of hiking trails, two lakes, a disc golf course, several outdoor picnic areas, a log cabin, historic covered bridge, and the Goslin Nature Center. This facility houses an educational center for programming by the outdoor education staff in the lower level, and the Great Room upstairs which is rented for events.

Weddings at Alley Park

Reserve Alley Park now for your special day!

The Goslin Nature Center at Charles Alley Memorial Park sets the stage for a fabulous wedding day. Wood planked walls and a massive stone fireplace create a charming and rustic setting for your special celebration. Experience nature on your wedding day at Charles Alley Memorial Park.

RENTAL INFO Main Room (includes kitchen facilities) Weekend $750 (Friday-Sunday) Weekday (Monday-Thursday) $375 Maximum capacity With Tables 135 Without Tables 160 ALLEY

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Pumpkin Hike October 21 Pumpkin Carving 8-11 am Bonfire & Concessions 5-7:30 pm Hike 6-8:30 pm Fun for the Whole Family! Bridal Open House Special Events at Alley Park by Lancaster Parks & Recreation Maple Tapping Festival & Pancake Breakfast March 11th 8 am - 11 am $5 per plate The festival features a maple tapping history display at our log cabin, demonstrations in our sugar shack, displays at the nature center and local maple syrup & kettle corn for sale. Planning a wedding? Come to Alley Park to see our beautiful wedding venue and meet with wedding vendors to help plan your big day. We will have local photographers, caterers, florists, and more!! February 25th 10 am - 2 pm 9

Santa in the Park December 7-9 6-8 pm Over half a million lights blanket the park, welcoming Santa and his elves on these special nights. Live reindeer on Friday, December 8th. Winter Lights Hike December 10th 6-8 pm 10

Days of Knights October 7-8 www.TheDaysOfKnights.com EVENTS AT ALLEY PARK CHECK OUT THE FOLLOWING WEBSITES FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE EVENTS HELD AT ALLEY PARK

Frontier Spirit September 23-24 www.FrontierPlayers.org

Tammy Groves

The second annual Alley Trail Marathon is a fun, fast, and challenging looped course taking place at Alley Park on Saturday, November 18. The race benefits Friends of Lancaster Parks and Recreation, a non-profit dedicated to enhancing and expanding the programs of Lancaster Parks and Recreation. WWW.THEALLEYTRAILMARATHON.COM 11

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Alley Park Programs

FIELD TRIPS

Field Trips are offered year-round for schools, 4-H groups, girls scouts, boy scouts, and others. Programs are designed to meet the needs of your individual group. They are held at Alley Park in the Goslin Nature Education Center.

For program information and costs, email: alleyparkoe@yahoo.com

Follow our Alley Park Facebook page for more information.

PARTIES BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Volunteer opportunities are available throughout the year at special events, outdoor education programs, and summer camps. Applications are available for teens interested in volunteering. Training sessions are required for some activities.

ROADSHOWS ROADSHOWS ROADSHOWS

The outdoor education staff at Alley Park will bring a program to your school, daycare, or facility.

Open Sundays (April-October)

1-4 pm. Take a break from hiking and visit the lower level of the Goslin Nature Center. A volunteer will be on duty to answer your questions about our displays and animals.

NATURE THEMED NATURE THEMED NATURE THEMED

Preschool & Homeschool Classes Registration information available online

BIRTHDAY PARTIES BIRTHDAY

Have your child's next birthday party in the Goslin Nature Education Center at Alley Park. Crafts, games, and a short lesson led by staff will keep your child (age 3 and up) entertained while learning. It's a fun time for everyone!

Goslin Nature Education Center

ALLEY PARK 2023 CAMP INFO

Beginner Archery Camps (Ages

8-15)

June 5-8 (Raindate - June 9) 9:30 -11:30 am

June 5-8 (Raindate - June 9) 6-8pm

June 12-15 (Raindate-June16) 6-8 pm

Cost: $50

Classes taught by certified instructors. Equipment provided.

Survivor Camp (Ages 12-14)

Camp held primarily outdoors for older youth learning survival skills in a woodland setting. Daily hikes, building shelters, cooking over a campfire, and an overnight experience.

OR another option....

Camp Alley Carte (Ages 12-14)

A camp where the camper chooses from a list of activities that would like to do from day to day. Including, cooking, woodworking, fishing, art, music, disc golf, and so much more!!

June 26-June 30 Monday-Friday 9 am -3 pm

Optional overnight experience on Thursday evening.

Cost: $195

Camp Alley Before Time

Camp filled with zany fun and imagination. A mixture of cartoon characters and activities from Ice Age, the Flintstones, and the Croods.

Pathfinders (ages 6-8) 3 days 9am -3pm

Cost $130

July 5-7; July 11-13; July 18-20

Trailblazers (ages 9-11) 5 days 9am - 3pm

Cost: $175.

July 10-14; July 17-21

Alley

Fairfield

A NOTE FOR ALL CAMPS! Camp sizes are limited. Registration required at least one week prior to camp session. For camp questions, email: alleyparkoe@yahoo.com

HOOKS & BOBBERS

Youth Fishing Derby Ages 4 to 15 years old June 10, 2023

Join us for some special events that take place at Alley Park after dark! We offer guided Night Hikes, Star Gazing and Family Fun Nights. Check the Calendar for future dates.

RISING PARK

Rising Park has been the gem of Lancaster City Parks & Recreation since 1909, providing hiking trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, tennis courts, fishing for youth, shelter houses, and a gazebo.

Orchard Hill Arboretum

Come visit our beautiful arboretum located on Orchard Hill at Rising Park. This new arboretum has more than 200 trees of various species for you to enjoy. Walk through and appreciate the geography of the land and become closer to nature.

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2023 Shelter Reservations will be open to Lancaster residents only for the first 60 days of the calendar year, beginning Tuesday, January 3, Wednesday, March 1, 2023, shelter reservations will be open to non-Lancaster residents, as well as Lancaster residents. It is recommended that reservations be made early to ensure your date is available.

The Rising Shelter is reserved in 3 different sections: Shelter houses are free to the public. Rentals are first come/first serve. Reservations MUST be made in person at the park office.

North Side South Side/Porch Breezeway

RISING PARK 1120 N. High St. Lancaster, Ohio 43130

Seeds of Change Arbor Day Saturday, April 22 Time 11 am - 2 pm

Shelter House Reservations

Shelter

Lancaster Shelter Rising

All

CONCERTS START AT 7PM *DATES THAT HAVE OPENING ACTS AND START AT AN EARLIER TIME

FRIDAY

NIGHT BANDSTAND

shows held at the Bandstand in downtown Lancaster.

St.

Located at 104 N. Broad

The stage is brought to you by the Lancaster Festival and Lancaster Parks & Recreation. This event is sponsored in part by Fairfield Federal Savings & Loan and YOUR Lancaster Parks & Recreation.

2023 SCHEDULE

Mike Kelley

Glass Town Countdown Street Party in Zane Square!

With Glass Town Countdown, the community creates a beautiful piece of glass art to display throughout the year and then comes together for a fun party on New Year’s Eve!

Be part of the celebration! Visit the Ohio Glass Museum and Glassblowing Studio to create or purchase a colorful glass ornament that will be attached to the giant NYE globe. Fun glassblowing classes are available all year. Learn more here.

22 SATURDAY NIGHTS ON THE SQUARE STAY TUNED FOR UPCOMING CONCERT EVENTS - SATURDAY NIGHTS ON THE SQUARE! The downtown square has a variety of Saturday night events through the summer months. Saturday Concert Dates TBD Cornhole Tournament August 27th 10th Anniversary August 19, 2023

Drop off approved caps to be recycled for park benches at the following locations: Park Office1507 E. Main St. Olivedale Park 253 Boving Rd. Community Center 701 Union St. Alley Park 2805 Old Logan Rd. SE If you would like more information on adopting a park bench, picnic table or planting a tree, please contact the park office at 740-687-6651. 23 BENCHES AND MEMORIAL TREES PLASTIC BOTTLE CAPS FOR PARK BENCHES!!!

Olivedale Park offers 16+ acres of trees, green space, and wildflowers. The park is across from the all-accessible playground on Rt. 22 with easy access from the Lancaster Bike Trail and features a large public picnic shelter.

Olivedale Senior Center and Lancaster Parks & Recreation Health & Fitness Center is also on the property.

Come visit the Health & Fitness Center now open to 25 years+ with a variety of fun exercise classes. Join Cardio Drumming, Barre Fit, Yoga Stretch, Chair Yoga, Pilates Fit, Zumba, Zumba Step, Strength & Balance, Silver Sneakers Classic, Dance Aerobics, and Spin. Our Fitness Center features stationary bikes, elliptical trainers, cross trainer, sit down elliptical, NuSteps, Cybex weight machines, treadmills, rowing machine and more. Check out our therapeutic pool and join classes or open swim.

Monthly passes start at $12 for the Fitness Center and $22 for Fitness Center and unlimited classes!!

RENTING THE MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM PLEASE CALL THE OLIVEDALE PARK OFFICE AT 740-687-6655 FOR MORE INFORMATION Audio visual capabilities and other amenities are available for extra cost. Weekend $400 (Friday-Sunday) Weekday (Monday-Thursday) $250

Park 253 Boving Rd. Lancaster, Ohio 43130

Olivedale

COMING SOON! COMING SOON! Olivedale Park will soon be the home to 24

Olivedale Senior Center

Senior Center uses the facility at Olivedale Park for their activities. This is a premier Senior Recreational Center for the active senior 55 and older.

Members of the Olivedale Senior Center have access to the Lancaster Parks & Recreation Health & Fitness Center for an additional fee.

ACTIVITIES

Entertainment Groups

Art/Music/Dance

Dance Lessons - Ballroom, Clogging, Line, Polynesian Crafts/Hobbies Games/Sports Education

Volunteering

Travel - Day Trips, Concerts, Plays, Exhibits, Special Interest, Vacation Trips (Movies-Movies are shown in lieu of day trips in the month of January)

SOCIAL OCCASIONS

Singles Group

Red Hat Society - Glad Red Hatters of Olivedale are part of the National Red Hat Society. Olivedale hosts a tea/luncheon every other year for Red Hats from all over Southern Ohio.

Art Shows

Ice Cream Social - This is a member only event.

Eighties Party - A Birthday celebration for members 80 and older.

Craft Bazaar

Pancake Breakfast - Olivedale Fundraiser, a 501c3 non-profit.

2nd Tuesday Lunch

Fish Fry - Every 4th Tuesday of the month from March - September. $8/adults $4/child

ENTERTAINMENT

1/7 - DJ TODD

1/21 - TNT Entertainment

2/11 - WILLOW CREEK

2/25 - ALEXANDER BAND

3/11 - DJ TODD

3/25 - JOHNNY GARBER

4/15 - THE WEGIANS

4/29 - WILLOW CREEK

5/6 - TNT Entertainment

5/20 - DJ TODD

6/3 - WILLOW CREEK

6/17 - ALEXANDER BAND 7/8 - TNT Entertainment

8/12 - DJ TODD

8/26 - THE WEGIANS 9/9 WILLOW CREEK

All events are subject to change if necessary for the safety of our members. Please check the Olivedale website at www.olivedale.com for updates

9/23 -TNT Entertainment 10/14 - ALEXANDER BAND 10/28 - JOHNNY GARBER 11/4 - WILLOW CREEK 12/2 - THE WEGIANS 12/16 ALEXANDER BAND 12/30- JOHNNY GARBER (NEW YEAR'S EVE DANCE)

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Number of attendees cost: 1-100 $350 101-250 $450 251-400 $600 400+ $125 each additional 100 Maximum number of guests is 800 Swimming Pools TIKI POOL Tiki Pool opens Saturday, May 27th and closes Sunday, August 13th 1475 Tiki Lane 740-687-6654 HOURS OF OPERATION (BOTH POOLS) 12 - 6 pm Monday-Saturday 1- 6 pm Sunday POOL PARTIES Pool parties are available from 7 pm - 10 pm Season Passes Individual $95 Family $300 (up to 6 immediate family members living in the same household may include babysitter as 1 of the 6). Passes can be purchased online and must be picked up at the Park Office. MILLER POOL Miller Pool opens Saturday, June 3rd and closes Sunday, August 6th 409 N. Memorial Dr. 740-687-6653 All children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult. TIKI ADMISSION TIKI TIKI ADMISSION $5 $5 $5 AFTER 4:00 AFTER 4:00 AFTER 4:00 ADMISSION IS ONLY ADMISSION IS ONLY ADMISSION IS ONLY $2 $2 $2 CARD TICKET CARD TICKET CARD TICKET ADMISSION $50 FOR ADMISSION $50 FOR ADMISSION $50 FOR 12 VISITS 12 VISITS 12 VISITS Number of attendees cost: 1-100 $300 101-250 $400 251-400 $525 400+ $125 each additional 100 Maximum number of guests is 800 MILLER ADMISSION MILLER MILLER ADMISSION $4 $4 $4 AFTER 4:00 AFTER 4:00 ADMISSION IS ONLY ADMISSION IS ONLY IS ONLY $2 $2 $2 CARD TICKET CARD TICKET CARD TICKET ADMISSION $40 FOR ADMISSION $40 FOR $40 FOR 12 VISITS 12 VISITS 12 VISITS 28

Swimming Pools SUMMER SWIM LESSONS SUMMER SUMMER SUMMER NIGHT NIGHT NIGHT SERIES SERIES SERIES LINEUP LINEUP LINEUP BIRTHDAY BASH!! MILLER POOL IS TURNING 100!! TEEN NIGHT - AGES 12-17 DIVE IN MOVIE - HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA DIVE IN MOVIE SATURDAY, JUNE 17 @ MILLER POOL 7-11 pm MOVIE TBD (ALL AGES) THURSDAY, JUNE 29th @ MILLER POOL 7-10 pm GAMES, MUSIC, DANCING "SPOOKY SPLASH" SATURDAY, JULY 15TH @ TIKI POOL 7-11 pm Join the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Classes conducted by certified volunteers and our summer pool staff!! 3 sessions throughout the summer with morning and evening opportunities. Check out our website to sign up for dates. Class sizes are limited. Parent/Child Classes ages 6 mos to 3 years (4 day class) Preschool Classes ages 3-5 (4 day class) Learn to Swim Classes ages 6 and older (8 day) class) Event sponsors: Grannies Cooked Delivered Meals 29

Summer Tennis Camps

Ages 5-18

Registration deadline June 5, 2023 Register online at www.LancasterParks.com

All participants receive a camp T-Shirt Camp starts June 12, 2023. All classes are held at the Rod Ishida Tennis Center at Lancaster High School. Quick Start Tennis $35

Ages 5-8

TENNIS

Development Tennis

JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT Days Start Date End Date End Date Start Time Start Time End time End time Start Date Days

6/12 6/30 9:15 am 10:30 am M,W,F 6/12 7/14 10:30 am 12:00 am For players on high school or junior high teams - Cost $60 30

This is an exciting new play format for learning tennis, designed to bring kids into the game by utilizing specialized equipment, shorter court dimensions, and modified scoring, all tailored to age and size. While developing a love for the game, athletes will learn the rules and etiquette that help make tennis a lifelong game. Days Start Date End Date Start Time End time M,W,F 6/12 6/30 8:30 am 9:15 am

Ages 9-18 There are 2 levels in Development Tennis - Middle School & Junior Development MIDDLE SCHOOL Ages 9-14; Beginners or advanced beginners - Cost $35.

M,W,F

NEW FOR 2023- TEAM TENNIS Cost $30 Ages - 3rd grade thru 12th grade Tuesdays & Thursdays July 11th - August 3rd This program is designed to let the campers play actual games. High School players and coaches will be instructing. We do highly recommend participating in Development Tennis Camp prior to registering for Team Tennis. BONUS! Register for Team Tennis and get 1 free entry in the Fairfield County Tennis Tournament.

All Singles (Adults & Juniors) July 23-29th All Doubles (Adults & Juniors) July 30-August 5th The cost is $7 per person/per event and is open to everyone. Register online at www.LancasterParks.com or you can register in the Park Office. The tournament will be held at the Rising Park Tennis Courts. Registration deadline is July 14, 2023. 52nd ANNUAL FAIRFIELD COUNTY TENNIS TOURNAMENT July 23-August 5, 2023 31

Partners in the Parks

PLEASE NOTE

These organizations are not facilitated by Lancaster Parks & Recreation, but contact information is provided below

Fastpitch Softball LANCASTER GIRLS SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION

Games played at Martens Park.

Fastpitch softball for girls ages 4 through 18. The LGSA runs a Spring (Summer) league and a "Fall Ball" league. League is associated with USA Softball.

Information regarding the league can be found at leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=LGSA or facebook.com/lancaster.softball

Baseball LANCASTER YOUTH BASEBALL

Games played at Hocking Park & Mary Burnham Park. For ages 5 through 16. The LYBA runs a summer and a fall league.

information regarding the league can be found at: lancasteryba.org or facebook.com/Lancaster-youth-baseball-association-little league

Soccer

Lancaster Select Soccer Association (LSSA) is home to Fairfield County's United soccer teams. LSSA is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the soccer skills of our youth.

Information can be found at www.lssasoccer.com

Basketball Fairfield County Basketball

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Enjoy art in various Lancaster City Parks designed by local high school art students from

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Lancaster, Fisher Catholic,

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LANCASTER DISC GOLF ALLIANCE

The Lancaster Disc Golf Alliance has been a valued part of the Lancaster community since 2006, as a responsible non-profit local sports club. Our organization has been volunteering and contributing to the local community for over 10 years.

Disc Golf

Eagles Nest Golf Course is located at Alley Park 2805 Old Logan Rd. SE Lancaster, Ohio Flat Rocks Disc Golf Course is located at Keller-Kirn Park 1601 N. High St. Lancaster, Ohio Contact: Adam Ankrom TheLDGA@gmail.com Facebook: Lancaster Disc Golf Alliance

OUR NEWEST PARKS!

HUNTER PARK

907 Lincoln Ave.

Hunter Park is home to our newest all accessible playground. This playground was funded by the Kiwanis Club of Lancaster.

MILLER PARK-DOG PARK

409 N. Memorial Dr.

VISIT

Parking off Wheeling St. by Miller Pool

Community Center

701 Union St.

We are excited to announce that the Lancaster Parks & Recreation Community Center is now open to the public. Offering open gym time for basketball, ping pong tables, cornhole, volleyball and indoor hockey. The Community Center has something for everyone. We are still finalizing information for our programs and activities, so follow our Facebook page and website for hours of operation and registration options.

We are proud to partner with the Lancaster Police Activities League and their free program for youth ages 8-18. Check out their Facebook page for more informaiton.

Visit our Community Center that hosts programs and activities for all ages! Call the park office at 740-687-6651 or visit www.lancasterparks.com for upcoming leagues, open gym times and programs.

RECREATION FOR ADULTS

Lancaster Parks & Recreation loves having adults play in our parks! We have several adult leagues (18 & older) throughout the year to keep you active, competitive and having fun! Get a team together or sign up to be placed on a team on any of our various adult leagues. Please check out www.lancasterparks.com for the most up to date information.

Cornhole League

Played inside at the Community Center on Thursday nights beginning January 19, 2023. Cost is $50 per team

The Adult Cornhole Tournament is held downtown Lancaster on August 26th at 104 N. Broad St.

Kickball

This is a CO-ED recreational league. Games are played on Thursday nights at Rising Park. Cost is $45/player. This includes a team shirt. Season will begin on April 13, 2023. Registration deadline is April 1.

Soccer Games will be played on Sundays at the Main St. Soccer Complex. The season will be played in the spring starting April 3rd. Registration deadline is March 25th. Cost is $45/player and includes a team shirt.

SOFTBALL

This CO-ED softball league plays on Thursday nights at Hocking Park. (Rainout dates are played on Fridays). Registration is $45/player and includes a team shirt. Season will begin on June 15th. Registration deadline is May 26.

RECREATION FOR ADULTS

Senior Men's Golf League

This is a league for men ages 55 and older. Matches will be played at Pumpkin Vine Golf Course on Thursdays at 8 am. Registration is $20 to join and participants will pay cart and green fees each week. League play begins April 27th. There is a registration signup on April 12th at Olivedale Park at 9 a.m. 253 Boving Rd.

Flag Football

This is a CO-ED recreational league. Games are played on Thursday nights at the Community Center. Cost is $45/player. This includes a team shirt. Season will begin on August 24th, 2023. Registration deadline is August 3rd.

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Everyone Plays Soccer

This league is an everyone plays recreational activity for youth ages 4 to middle school age. We offer sessions in the spring and the fall. Registration is $45 per player and is done online at www.LancasterParks.com Deadlines for seasons are:

Spring Season 2023 - Registration Deadline is February 17th Fall Season 2023 - Registration Deadline is June 23rd

Everyone Plays Flag Football

Spring Season 2023 - Registration Deadline is March 3rd Fall Season 2023 - Registration Deadline is July 10th

YOUTH SPORTS

Barb Smith

Amy Barrera

MOREYOUTH SPORTS!!

Tackle Football

Est. 1962

The Lancaster Parks & Recreation Tackle Football League has been in the community for 60 years strong! The league consists of players in 1st thru 6th grade and we build teams by a draft. We have experienced coaches that are concussion certified and committed to providing a safe and fun environment to learn the game of football. Cost: $95

Games are played on Saturdays at the Community Center Football Field. Season starts in August and ends in October. Register online by July 10th.

Cheerleading

Cheerleaders will receive uniform top and pom poms. Squads will cheer for Tackle Football Teams on Saturdays.

Ages: Pre-K thru 6th Grade Cost: $65 Registration Deadline: July 11th

League

Youth Sports Camps

Street Jackets Skills & Drills

This program is for youth ages 6-14. This camp will cover stickhandling, passing, shooting, coordination, movement, and game play. Classes will consist of a warm-up followed by skill development drills and game play. Hockey sticks will be provided, but class members may use their own equipment.

Indoor sessions will be played at the Lancaster Parks & Recreation Community Center 701 Union St. DATES TBD

Cost is $20 per participant

SUMMER CAMP DATES WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAYS ON BROAD ST.

JUNE 9th, thru July 14th 10 am. AND 11 am.

No Limits Athletics Emphasizes FUN and teamwork, the No Limit daughter, regardless of skill level or disability, with a positive e Camp Dates for 2023 a

CHALLENGER SOCCER CAMP

Lancaster Parks & Recreation is proud to partner with Challenger Sports to offer a Summer Soccer Camp. The camp is facilitated by instructors from Challenger Sports at the Main St. Soccer Complex. Dates: July 10-14 AND July 31-August 4 More Information www.LancasterParks.com

THANKS TO OUR VOLUNTEERS!

We couldn't do it without all of YOU!!

Angela Shull

45 Sweet Corner 1100 N. Memorial Dr. 740-785-4122 email: sweetcorner1100@gmail.com LANCASTER'S NEWEST FINE DESSERT BAR 159 W. Main St. Lancaster, Ohio 740-785-5059 www.RStation.org Farmer's Country Store 540 N. High St. Lancaster, Ohio 740-654-4853 www.farmerscountrystore.com SUMMER HOUSE ANTIQUES 720 N. Columbus St., Lancaster, OH 740-653-7883 - 740-old-stuff Tremendous Amount of Smalls Fire King Pyrex "The difference is the quality" Custom Picture Framing & Gallery Laser engraved Gifts 339 N. Columbus St. Lancaster, Ohio 740-654-9300 www.theframeshoponline.com Kirn Commons Senior living on Kirn Corner 107-117 South Columbus St. Lancaster, OH 43130 740-216-5200 Visit our six retail shops and salons while visiting downtown Lancaster's Historic retail business and shopping district.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2023

JANUARY

2- New Year's Holiday - All park location offices closed

3 -Shelter house reservations open for 2023

5- Adult Cornhole League Registration deadline Season begins January 19th

16- Martin Luther King Day – All park location offices closed

22- Winter Hike at Alley Park – 2pm Meet in the front parking lot of Alley Park. The hike is moderate pace involving 2+ miles and uneven terrain. An outdoor educator will lead the hike as you explore the winter wonderland of the park.

FEBRUARY

2 - Poppy's Prediction Event (Downtown) 7:30 am

11- Women & Power Tools Class – 9am-12pm Online registration required. (Hunter Park Building)

17- Spring Youth Soccer registration deadline Season begins April 17th

19- February Hike at Rising Park 2 pm -Meet in parking lot by playground

20- Presidents' Day - All park location offices closed

25- Bridal Show Open House at Alley Park 10-2 pm

27 - Summer Camps Online Registration at Alley Park open

MARCH

3- Youth Flag Football Registration Deadline. Season begins April 15th

4- Power Tool Projects - 9am - 12 pm (Hunter Park Building) online registration required

11- Maple Tapping Festival at Alley Park, 8-11am

Pancake Breakfast - $ 5 per plate

Includes maple tapping history display at our log cabin, (Demonstrations in our sugar shack, local maple syrup and maple flavored kettle corn for sale).

17-19 - Mount Pleasant Photography Club Show at Alley Park

19 - March Hike at Alley Park - 2pm Meet in the front parking lot of Alley Park

APRIL

1 - Adult League Kickball & Soccer Registration deadline Seasons begins April 13th & 16th

2- Open Nature Center begins at Alley Park (Sundays 1-4pm)

15- Spring soccer picture day

16 - April Hike at Alley Park - 2pm Meet in front parking lot at Alley Park

22- Seeds of Change Earth Day/Arbor Day event at Rising Park 11-2pm

22 - Olivedale Rummage Sale and Craft Show - 9-2pm

MAY

1- Registration opens for youth fishing derby (June 10)

7- Photo Scavenger Hunt at Alley Park 1:00 – 4:00 pm FREE EVENT Bring along a cell phone or camera to take pictures of the things on your scavenger hunt list. Prizes! Meet in the lower level of the Nature Center.

21- May Hike at Keller-Kirn Park 2pm Meet in the parking lot near the trail entrance

26- Adult Softball registration deadline season begins June 15

26- Friday Night Bandstand 7pm Bad Influence

27- Tiki Pool Opens

29- Memorial Day – All park location offices closed

30- Registration deadline for Archery Camps at Alley park

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JUNE

1- Street Jackets Skills & Drills Camp Registration Deadline

2- Friday Nigh Bandstand - Motown Sounds of Touch 7pm

3- Miller Pool Opens

5- Tennis Camp Registration Deadline

8-11 - Archery Camps at Alley Park Ages 8-15

9 - Friday Night Bandstand - starts at 6pm with opening act: Kalysta Minton - followed by Stadium 11 at 7 pm

10- Hooks & Bobbers Fishing Derby at Alley Park Registration required

June 12-July 14 - Summer Tennis Camp Dates: Held M,W,F

June 12-15 Archery Camp at Alley Park Ages 8-15

June 16 - Friday Night Bandstand - Todd Berry - 7pm

17 -Miller Pool – “Summer Nights” Dive In Movie 7-11 pm

20- Survivor Camp at Alley Park registration deadline

21 - Fall Soccer Registration Deadline - Season Begins August 21

23- Friday Night Bandstand - Opening Act - Chris Nash 6 pmFollowed by Julia Neville at 7 pm

25 - June Hike at Alley Park - 2pm Meet in the front parking lot at Alley Park

26-30 - Survivor and Alley Carte Camps (ages 12-14)

29 - Miller Pool – “Summer Night Series” Teen Night! Ages 12-17 FREE Event 7-10 pm

30- Friday Night Bandstand - Acoustic Superfriends - 7pm

JULY

4 - Independence Day Holiday – All park location offices closed

5-7 - Ages 5 1/2 - 9 - "Alley Before Time" Nature Day Damp at Alley Park

7 - Friday Night Bandstand - Lancaster Community Band/ Men's Chorus 7pm

10- Fall Tackle Football, Flag Football and Cheerleading Registration Deadline

10-14 - Ages 6-11 "Alley Before Time" Nature Day Camp at Alley Park

10-14 - Challenger Soccer Camp - Registration required

14 - Friday Night Bandstand - British Invasion 7pm

15 - Tiki Pool –Dive In Movie – TBD 7-11 p.m.

16 - July Hike at Rising Park - 2pm Meet at parking lot by playground

17-21 - Ages 6-11 - "Alley Before Time" Nature Day Camp at Alley Park

20- 29 - Lancaster Festival

23- August 5 - 52nd Annual Fairfield County Tennis Tournament Rising Park

31 - Fall Session Online Registration opens for Preschool & Homeschool Classes

AUGUST

1- Flag Football (Adult Co-Ed) Registration deadline Season begins August 24

4- Friday Night Bandstand - Opening Act Billy Payne at 6pm followed by Alan Carl Band at 7pm

6- Miller Pool closes for season

11- Friday Night Bandstand - Debbie Wright & Friends at 6:30 pm Followed by Blue Steel at 8:00 pm

13- Tiki Pool closes for season

19- Pancake Breakfast at County Fairgrounds for Antique Tractor Show 8-11 am

19- Fall Soccer Picture Day

20- August Hike at Alley Park - 2pm Meet at the front parking lot at Alley Park

26- Star Gazing at Alley Park 8:30 pm Held in the field across from the entrance to Alley Park. Telescopes will be available to view the moon that evening. Bring along your own telescope if you have one.

26- Downtown Cornhole Tournament

Broad St. Registration required

– Located

SEPTEMBER

4- Labor Day – All park location offices closed

10- Photo scavenger hunt at Alley Park (1-4 pm) Free Family Event Bring along a cell phone or camera to take pictures of the things on your list. Meet in the lower level of Nature Center. Prizes!

17 - September Hike at Keller-Kirn Park 2 pm Meet in parking lot by the entrance to the hiking trail

23-Star Gazing at Alley Park -8pm Join the Telescope Doctors as they look to the night skies to observe the Moon, planets and stars. Meet in the grassy field across from the entrance to Alley Park.

23-24 -Frontier Spirit at Alley Park https://frontierspirit.org/

OCTOBER

7-8 Days of Knights at Alley Park https://thedaysofknights.com/

8-14 Visit our booth at the Fairfield County Fair in the Historic Baggage Building. Open daily to see the exhibits and displays 3-8 pm

9 - Columbus Day – All Park Location Offices Closed

21- Pumpkin Hike at Alley Park – Park closed until 5pm that day

No pets permitted during this event

8-11am – Carving in the barn

5-7:30pm – Concessions open in back parking lot 6-8:30pm - Trail of pumpkins open

NOVEMBER

10 - Veterans Day – All park location offices closed

12- November Hike at Alley Park 2pm Meet at the front parking lot of Alley Park

18- Alley Trail Marathon

23-24 Thanksgiving Holiday – All park location offices closed

DECEMBER

7-9 - Santa in the Park at Alley Park 6-8pm

10 - Winter Lights Hike at Alley Park 6-8 pm Bundle up for one last look at all the Christmas lights at Alley Park. Take a self -guided hike through the hoops around Lake Loretta after dark. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and a peek at the tree inside the nature center before heading home.

25 - Christmas Holiday – All park location offices closed

31- Glass-Town Countdown - New Year's Eve event downtown on Zane Square.

1- New Year Holiday - All park location offices closed

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