LANCASTER PARKS & RECREATION 2024

Allie Carter

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Board of Park Commissioners Robert Lovell - Board Member Charles Elsea- Board Member Kari James- Board Member Keely Pearce - Secretary 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.

MISSION STATEMENT

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MEET THE TEAM

Steve Gayfield - Superintendent Jim Thomson - Maintenance/Facilities Supervisor Jennifer Shamblin - Recreation Supervisor Carla Young - Olivedale Park Supervisor Carol Russell - Park Office Manager Jackie Compton- Olivedale Park Administrative Assistant Trina Thornton - Outdoor Education Coordinator Maria Mulder - Fitness & Aquatics Coordinator

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Noah Akers - Park Attendant, Alley Park Ryan Clark - Park Attendant, Olivedale Park Brandon Barnett - Park Attendant Blake Byers - Park Attendant Matt Chambers - 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, Arborist Dale Wellman - Park Attendant

Amy Lash - Recreation Assistant Ann Morrow - Outdoor Education Assistant Laura Elder - Outdoor Education Assistant Martha Barrett - Park Administrative Assistant Chris Sulick - Olivedale Park Administrative Assistant

Maintenance Park Office 1507 E. Main St. Lancaster, Ohio 43130 Parks Recreation Building 701 Union St. Lancaster, Ohio 43130 Olivedale Park 253 Boving Rd. Lancaster, Ohio 43130 Alley Park Lodge 2805 Old Logan Rd. SE Lancaster, Ohio 43130

www.LancasterParks.com lancasterparksandrecreationdepartment Phone # 740-687-6651 Listen to Friday Field Notes Every Friday on 88.9 WLRY at 7:30 am and 5:00 pm or follow on https://lancasterherald.com

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How do I become a coach or sponsor of a youth team? Or both?

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! We 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.

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How do I register for Lancaster Parks & Recreation Activities?

How to Register for an Activity Log in to your account. If you do not have one, create a new account at www.LancasterParks.com Click "Online Registration" on the home page or any of our program pages.

Click on the "Register" icon at the top of your account or click the "Register" from the navigation bar and select a program of interest.

Click "Register Now" or "Register (selected member)" next to the desired activity.

Check the register box next to the names of the members in the account that you are registering and then "add to cart" button, if registering individual member for an item with purchasing options click on the option that best fits your desired registration.

Once added to the cart, you will get options to "Return to the Program," "Continue Shopping," (if you need to add other items to the cart), or "Check Out" if you are ready to process.

Click "Check Out" to review your shopping cart, then "Continue" to move forward with your order.

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

Health & Fitness Center

YOUTH SPORTS ADULT RECREATION

ALLEY PARK CAMPS

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ALLEY PARK

2805 OLD LOGAN RD. SE LANCASTER, OHIO 43130

Charles Alley Memorial Park has been a city park with the Lancaster Parks & Recreation Department since 1978. This 350- acre nature park hosts a variety of large community events, including a Maple Tapping Festival, Frontier Spirit, Pumpkin Hike, Winterlights, 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 Call 740-687-6651 to 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

8

With Tables

135

Without Tables

160

Special Events at Alley Park

by Lancaster Parks & Recreation

Tammy Groves

Allie Carter

Maple Tapping Festival & Pancake Breakfast March 9th 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.

Pumpkin Hike October 19 Pumpkin Carving 8-11 am Bonfire & Concessions 5-7:30 pm Hike 6-8:30 pm Fun for the Whole Family!

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EVENTS AT ALLEY PARK CHECK OUT THE FOLLOWING WEBSITES FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE EVENTS HELD AT ALLEY PARK

Frontier Spirit September 28-29 www.FrontierPlayers.org

Tammy Groves

Days of Knights October 5-6 www.TheDaysOfKnights.com Tammy Groves

The Alley Trail Marathon is a fun, fast, and challenging looped course taking place at Alley Park on Saturday, November 23rd. 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

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Alley Park Programs FIELD TRIPS

Field Trips are offered year-round for schools, 4-H groups, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, home school co-ops, and others.

Programs are designed to meet the needs of your individual group while having fun. 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.

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

NATURE THEMED

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

BIRTHDAY PARTIES 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!

Preschool & Homeschool Classes Registration information available online

Goslin Nature Education Center OPEN SUNDAYS (April - October)

1 - 4 pm

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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.

ALLEY PARK 2024 CAMP INFO Beginner Archery Camps (Ages 8-15)

June 3 - 6 (Rain date - June7) 6 - 8pm June 10 - 13 (Rain date - June 14) 9:30 - 11:30 am June 10 - 13 (Rain date - June14 ) 6 - 8 pm Cost: $ 75 Classes taught by certified instructors.

Equipment provided.

CAMPS FOR AGES 12-14 SURVIVOR CAMP Camp held primarily outdoors for older youth learning basic survival skills in a woodland setting. Daily hikes, building shelters, cooking over a campfire, and an overnight experience.

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

June 24 - 28 Monday - Wednesday 9 am - 3 pm Thursday 9 am - Friday 12 pm Optional overnight experience on Thursday evening.

Cost: $ 220

CAMP Alley TOONS

(ages 6-11)

Join the looney staff at Alley Park as they put a nature education twist on some of your favorite cartoon characters.

Pathfinders (ages 6 - 8) 3 days Choose: July 9 - 11 or July 16 - 18 9am - 3pm Cost $140 Trailblazers (ages 9 - 11) 5 days Choose: July 8 - 12 or July 15 - 19 9am - 3pm Cost: $185

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More from Alley Park!!!

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 15, 2024 9-10 am

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.

Poppy's Prediction February 2, 2024 7:30 am

Downtown Gazebo 104 N. Broad St. Join Poppy downtown Lancaster as she predicts an early spring or late winter.

STORY TRAIL

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Alley Park has a new story trail in partnership with the Fairfield County District Library! Come hike the trail while reading a new story every few months.

EXPLORING OUR PARKS Join us each month for new and exciting adventures in various Lancaster Parks including hikes and other nature activities. Follow our Facebook pages and website for locations & more details.

Cost: FREE!!

Adventures scheduled from 2-4pm

January 21 February 18 March 17 April 21 May 19 June 16 July 21 August 18 September 15 October 20 November 17 December 15 **During the Winterlights

Tammy Groves

Kylie McMahon

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RISING PARK

1120 N. High St. Lancaster, Ohio 43130

Matthew Romine

Donna Richards

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 while experiencing nature.

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Barbara Phillips

RISING PARK

1120 N. High St. Lancaster, Ohio 43130

Seeds of Change Earth day/Arbor Day

Saturday, April 20 Time 10 am - 12 pm

Shelter House Reservations 2024 Shelter Reservations will be open to Lancaster residents only for the first 60 days of the calendar year, beginning Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

Friday, March 1, 2024, 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: North Side South Side/Porch Breezeway Shelter houses are free to the public. Rentals are first come/first serve.

Reservations MUST be made in person at the park office.

Rising Shelter

Lancaster Shelter

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FRIDAY NIGHT BANDSTAND

Located at 104 N. Broad St.

All shows held at the Bandstand in downtown Lancaster *CONCERTS START AT 7PM* *DATES THAT HAVE OPENING ACTS START AT 6PM*

2024 SCHEDULE 5/31 - START 6PM OPENING ACT: TODD BERRY MAIN ACT: BAD INFLUENCE

6/7 - START 6PM OPENING ACT: MATTHEW FRAMPTON MAIN ACT: LATE NIGHT ALIBI 6/14 - START 6PM OPENING ACT: KADE DENNISON MAIN ACT: JULIA NEVILLE 6/21 - START 7PM THUNDERSTRUCK 6/28 - START 7PM CLASSIC ROCK EXPERIENCE 7/5 - START 6:30PM DEBBIE WRIGHT & FRIENDS LANCASTER COMMUNITY BAND 7/12 - START 7PM BRITISH INVASION 8/2 - START 6PM OPENING ACT: BENNY HILL MAIN ACT: THESE GUYS LIVE 8/9 - START 6PM OPENING ACT: NICOLE EILEEN MAIN ACT: STADIUM 11 FX 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

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Opening Acts are sponsored by Adventure Pro Outdoors

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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.

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BENCHES AND MEMORIAL TREES Dedicate a tree or bench to a loved one. Call the park office for more information.

740-687-6651

Ed Stockwell

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Donna Richards

EXCITING THINGS TO DO FOR 2024!

INTRODUCTION TO SELF DEFENSE DATE: JANUARY 27TH FROM 9AM-11AM WHERE: RECREATION BUILDING, 701 UNION ST. REGISTER ONLINE FOR THIS ONE DAY CLASS THAT WILL INTRODUCE TECHNIQUES FOR SELF DEFENSE. COST: $20 FOR AGES 13 AND OLDER

WOMEN AND POWER TOOLS REGISTRATION & MORE INFO ONLINE DATE: FEBRUARY 24TH TIME & COST: TBA WHERE: HUNTER PARK BUILDING 907 LINCOLN AVE

PUZZLE MANIA DATE: MARCH 3RD TIME: 2-4PM WHERE: ALLEY PARK COST: TBA

REGISTER YOUR TEAM ONLINE FOR THIS FUN PUZZLE COMPETITION!

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Olivedale Park

253 Boving Rd. Lancaster, Ohio 43130

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.

RENTING THE OLIVEDALE MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM PLEASE CALL THE OLIVEDALE PARK OFFICE AT 740-687-6655 FOR MORE INFORMATION

Weekend

$400

(Friday-Sunday) Weekday

$250

(Monday-Thursday) Audio visual capabilities and other amenities are available for extra cost.

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.

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

Olivedale Senior Center Olivedale 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

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

ENTERTAINMENT 1/13 - DJ TODD 1/27 - TNT ENTERTAINMENT 2/10 - HARD TO TELL BAND 2/24 - ALEXANDER BAND 3/23 - JOHNNY GARBER 4/20 - DJ TODD 5/4 - ALEXANDER BAND

5/18 - TNT ENTERTAINMENT 6/8 - JOHNNY GARBER 6/22 - WILLOW CREEK 7/6 - TNT ENTERTAINMENT 8/10 - WILLOW CREEK 8/24 - DJ TODD 9/7 - ALEXANDER BAND

9/21 - TNT ENTERTAINMENT 10/12 - WILLOW CREEK 10/26 - JOHNNY GARBER 11/2 - DJ TODD 11/16 - TNT ENTERTAINMENT 12/7 - TBA 12/30 - JOHNNY GARBER (NEW YEAR'S EVE DANCE) 25

CEDARLEN

2110 SHOSHONE DR.

15.5

CENCI

581 S. BROAD ST.

17.6

RECREATION BUILDING

701 UNION ST.

10.75

DEFFENBAUGH

617 PLEASANTVILLE RD.

0.18

ELMWOOD

650 E. WALNUT ST.

1.9

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FIREHOUSE

210 E. CHESTNUT ST.

1.1

X

FOX TRAIL/BIKETRAIL

NO ADDRESS

8.2

GLASSCO

1601 W. SIXTH AVE.

4.6

2

X

HOCKING

1221 BEACON ST.

9.2

2

X

HUFFER-DURDIN

1451 HUFFER AVE.

4.9

1

X

HUNTER

907 LINCOLN AVE.

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KELLER-KIRN

1601 N. HIGH ST.

76

LANRECO

521 N. CHERRY ST.

4.5

2

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MAHER

710 MAHER AVE.

11.9

2

X

MARTENS

675 LINCOLN AVE.

18.9

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MARY BURNHAM

310 N. CHERRY ST.

12.4

3

MILLER

409 N. MEMORIAL

13.8

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OLIVEDALE

253 BOVING RD.

16.8

X

RISING

1120 N. HIGH ST.

73.3

SOCCER COMPLEX

1750 E. MAIN ST.

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TIKI POOL

1475 TIKI LANE

3

TRIANGLE

NO ADDRESS

0.13

UTICA

1215 S. BROAD ST.

2.9

WACKER

NO ADDRESS

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ZANE SQUARE, FOUNTAIN

103 S. BROAD ST

0.8

BANDSTAND, VETERANS

104 N. BROAD ST

2426

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FISHING

350

DISC GOLF

2805 OLD LOGAN RD. SE

CONCESSIONS

BICYCLING

BASKETBALL

BALL FIELDS

ACRES

ALLEY PARK

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X

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X

X

X

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X

X X

X

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1

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COMMUNITY CENTER

X X

X X

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PICKLEBALL COURTS

CENCI

X

TENNIS COURT

X

X

SWIMMING

CEDARLEN

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SOCCER FIELD

X

SHELTER HOUSE

X

RESTROOM

X

PLAYGROUND

PICNIC AREA

X

NATURE CENTER

HIKING TRAILS

FOOTBALL FIELD

ALLEY PARK

MEETING ROOMS

AMENTITIES

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DEFFENBAUGH ELMWOOD

X

FIREHOUSE

X

FOX TRAIL/BIKETRAIL

X

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GLASSCO

X

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HOCKING

X

X

X

X

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X

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HUFFER-DURDIN HUNTER KELLER-KIRN

X X

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LANRECO MAHER MARTENS

X

MARY BURNHAM

X

X X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

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MILLER

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OLIVEDALE

X

RISING

X

X

X X

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SOCCER COMPLEX

X 6

6

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TIKI POOL

X

X

TRIANGLE UTICA

X

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Swimming Pools

MILLER POOL

TIKI POOL

Miller Pool opens Saturday, June 1ST and closes Sunday, August 4th 409 N. Memorial Dr. 740-687-6653

Tiki Pool opens Saturday, May 25th and closes Sunday, August 11th 1475 Tiki Lane 740-687-6654

TIKI ADMISSION $5 AFTER 4:00 ADMISSION IS ONLY $2 CARD TICKET ADMISSION $50 FOR 12 VISITS

HOURS OF OPERATION (BOTH POOLS) 12 - 6 pm Monday-Saturday 1- 6 pm Sunday

MILLER ADMISSION $4 AFTER 4:00 ADMISSION IS ONLY $2 CARD TICKET ADMISSION $40 FOR 12 VISITS

All children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

POOL PARTIES

Pool parties are available from 7 pm - 10 pm TIKI POOL Number of attendees cost: 1-100 $350 101-250 $450 251-400 $600 400+ $125 each additional 100 Maximum number of guests is 800

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.

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MILLER POOL Number of attendees cost: 1-100 $300 101-250 $400 251-400 $525 400+ $125 each additional 100 Maximum number of guests is 800

Swimming Pools

SUMMER NIGHT SERIES LINEUP DIVE IN MOVIE SATURDAY, JUNE 15 @ MILLER POOL 7-11 pm MOVIE HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA (ALL AGES)

TEEN NIGHT - AGES 12-17

Event sponsors:

THURSDAY, JUNE 20th @ MILLER POOL 7-10 pm GAMES, MUSIC, DANCING

SUMMER SWIM LESSONS 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) 29

TENNIS Summer Tennis Camps Registration deadline June 3, 2024 Register online at www.LancasterParks.com All participants receive a camp T-Shirt Camp starts June 10, 2024 All classes are held at the Rod Ishida Tennis Center at Lancaster High School Ed Stockwell

Quick Start Tennis

$40

GRADES K-4 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 M,W,F

Start Date 6/10

End Date 6/28

Start Time 8:30 am

End time 9:15 am

Development Tennis

GRADES 5-12 There are 2 levels in Development Tennis - Middle School & Junior Development

MIDDLE SCHOOL Days M,W,F

GRADES 5-8 Beginners or advanced beginners - Cost $50

Start Date 6/10

JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT Days M,W,F

Start Date 6/10

End Date 6/28

Start Time 9:15 am

End time 10:30 am

For players IN GRADES 7-12 - Cost $75

End Date 7/12

Start Time 10:30 am

End time 12:00 am

TEAM TENNIS Cost $30 Ages - 4th grade thru 12th grade Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00 am - 12:00 pm July 9th - August 1st 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.

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53rd ANNUAL FAIRFIELD COUNTY TENNIS TOURNAMENT JUNE 24-JULY 1 All Singles (Adults & Juniors) All Doubles (Adults & Juniors) 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 June 14

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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

Our league is for ages 6 through 16.

Visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/LancasterbiddyBBall or our website at https://clubs.bluesombrero.com/lbba

Mount Pleasant Photography Club Meetings are held on the first Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm.

For more information, contact: mppcmembership@mpphotoclub.org Or visit: https://www.mpphotoclub.org

Art in the Park Enjoy art in various Lancaster City Parks designed by local high school art students from Lancaster, Fisher Catholic, and Millersport High Schools under the mentorship of their art teachers and renowned local artist, Ric Leichliter.

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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

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 Contact: Adam Ankrom contributing to the local community for TheLDGA@gmail.com over 10 years.

Facebook: Lancaster Disc Golf Alliance

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VISIT 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.

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MILLER PARK-DOG PARK 409 N. Memorial Dr. Parking off Wheeling St.

by Miller Pool

RECREATION BUILDING 701 Union St. We are excited to announce that the Lancaster Parks & Recreation Recreation Building is now open to the public. Offering programming for basketball, cornhole, volleyball and indoor hockey. The auditorium is available to rent for dances and plays.

Inquire at the Recreation Building for pricing.

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More info on PAL The Lancaster Police Activities League is the areas only certified USA Amateur Boxing Club. Mentoring, community service and leadership projects

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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 Recreation Building on Thursday nights beginning January 11, 2024. Cost is $50 per team.

The Adult Cornhole Tournament is held downtown Lancaster on August 24th at 104 N. Broad St.

Senior Men's Golf League

Volleyball This is a CO-ED recreational league that wil play Thursday evenings at the Recreation Building. Cost is $45/player and cost does include a t-shirt. Season begins March 14, 2024. Registration deadline is February 28th.

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.

Registration begins April 10th at Olivedale Park 9 am - limit 80 to play in the league.

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 May 9th, 2024.

Registration deadline is April 18.

SOFTBALL This CO-ED softball league plays on Thursday nights at Mary Burnham Park. (Rain dates are played on Fridays). Registration is $45/player and includes a team shirt. Season will begin on July 18th. Registration deadline is June 20th.

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ADULT TENNIS CLINICS Lancaster Parks and Recreation is offering Adult Tennis Clinics run by Justin Clark, USPTA & USPTR Certified Teaching Professional and LHS High School Head Boys Tennis Coach.

Classes will be held at the Rising Park Tennis Courts.

This is a 3 week session of tennis, 1 day a week.

20 available player spots available for each class.

• When: June 11-27, 2024 • Beginner Class - Tuesdays 5:30-7:00 pm • Intermediate Class - Thursdays 5:30-7:00 pm • Cost: $45

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YOUTH SPORTS ks & ral r a ve rP e e s t rs cas e f n f a o th L u n o o i y eat s for r c Re sport

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 2024 - Registration Deadline is February 28th Fall Season 2024- Registration Deadline is June 28th

Kayla Walter

Everyone Plays Flag Football This league is an everyone plays recreational activity for youth PreK- 6th grade. 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 2024 - Registration Deadline is March 3rd Fall Season 2024 - Registration Deadline is July 11th

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Barb Smith

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Tackle Football

Est. 1962

The Lancaster Parks & Recreation Tackle Football League has been in the community for over 60 years! 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 Recreation Building Football Field.

Season starts in August and ends in October.

Register online by July 11th.

Cheerleading Ages: Pre-K thru 6th Grade Cost: $65 Registration Deadline: July 11th Cheerleaders will receive uniform top & pom poms.

Squads will cheer for Tackle Football Teams on Saturdays.

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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 Building 701 Union St. Saturdays: October 12-November 23rd.

Cost is $45 per participant SUMMER CAMP DATES WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAYS ON BROAD ST. JUNE 7th, thru July 12th 10 am. AND 11 am.

No Limits Athletics Emphasizes FUN and teamwork. The No Limits Athletics basketball program will provide your son or daughter, regardless of skill level or disability, with a positive experience in learning the FUNdamentals of the sport.

Camp Dates for 2024 are TBD

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 for 2024 are June 10-14 More Information www.LancasterParks.com

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THANKS TO OUR VOLUNTEERS! We couldn't do it without all of YOU!!

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2024 JANUARY 1- New Year's Holiday - All park location offices closed 2- Shelter house reservations open for 2023 5- Adult Cornhole League Registration deadline Season begins January 20 15- Martin Luther King Day – All park location offices closed 21- Exploring Our Parks – 2-4pm Join us each month for new and exciting adventures in various Lancaster parks including hikes and other nature activities. Follow our Facebook pages and website for more details 26- Full Moon/Owl Hike at Alley Park 7-9pm 27- Introduction to Self Defense - Register for this class held at the Recreation Building from 9-11am

FEBRUARY 2- Poppy’s Prediction – Come downtown to the Gazebo on Broad St. at 7:30am to see if Poppy the Skunk predicts an early spring or late winter.

5- Spring Session Online Registration begins for Preschoolers in the Park 9- Summer Camps at Alley Park Online Registration begins 18- Exploring Our Parks – 2-4pm Join us each month for new and exciting adventures in various Lancaster parks including hikes and other nature activities. Follow our Facebook pages and website for more details.

MARCH 3- Puzzle Mania held at Alley Park – 2-4pm Register your puzzle team online to compete in this fun event.

4- Summer swim lesson registration opens for session 1 & 2 8- Spring Flag Football Registration Deadline.

Season begins April 13 9- Maple Tapping Festival at Alley Park 8-11am Pancake Breakfast - $5 per plate Festival includes maple tapping history display at our log cabin, demonstrations in our sugar shack, nature education center open, and local maple syrup and maple flavored kettle corn for sale.

17- Exploring Our Parks – 2-4pm Join us each month for new and exciting adventures in various Lancaster parks including hikes and other nature activities. Follow our Facebook pages and website for more details.

30- Intro to Fly Fishing at Alley Park – 1-4pm Registration online

19- Presidents’ Day – All Park Location Offices Closed 24 -Women And Power Tools Class @ Hunter Park – Time TBA 28- Spring Youth Soccer Registration Deadline. Season begins April 8 28- Adult Volleyball Registration Deadline. Season begins March 14

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APRIL 7- Open Nature Center begins at Alley Park (Sundays 1-4pm) April 7 – October 27

JUNE 1- Miller Pool Opens 3- Summer Tennis Camp Registration Deadline

11-Adult League Kickball registration deadline- season begins May 9

3-6- Archery Camp at Alley Park (Evening) - ages 8-15

20- Seeds of Change Earth Day/Arbor Day Event at Rising Park, 10am-12pm

7- Friday Night Bandstand – 6:00 pm Opening Act: Matthew Frampton 7:00 pm Main Act: Late Night Alibi

21- Exploring Our Parks – 2-4pm Join us each month for new and exciting adventures in various Lancaster parks including hikes and other nature activities. Follow our Facebook pages and website for more details.

10-13- Archery Camp at Alley Park (Morning) – ages 8-15 10-13- Archery Camp at Alley Park (Evening) – ages 8-15 10-28- Summer Tennis Camp 14- Tennis Tournament Registration Deadline 14- Friday Night Bandstand – 6:00 pm Opening Act: Kade Dennison 7:00 pm Main Act: Julia Neville 15- Fishing Derby at Alley Park (ages 4-15) – 9-10am Registration required 15- Miller Pool “Summer Nights” Dive In Movie 7-11pm 16- Exploring Our Parks – 2-4pm – Location/Activity TBA 17- Survivor & Alley Carte Camps at Alley Park Registration Deadline 17-27- Summer Swim Lessons – Session 1

MAY 3- Park After Dark Program at Alley Park – 7-9pm Registration online

20- Adult Softball Registration Deadline – season begins July 18

19- Exploring Our Parks – 2-4pm, Location/Activity TBA

20- Miller Pool- Teen Night! “Summer Night Series” Ages 12-17 FREE Event 7-10 p.m.

22- Archery Camps at Alley Park – Registration Deadline Camp for dates June 3-6

21- Friday Night Bandstand – 7:00 pm Main Act: Thunderstruck

25- Tiki Pool Opens

24-28- Survivor Camp and Camp Alley Carte - Ages 12-14

27- Memorial Day – All Park Location Offices Closed

24-July 1- Fairfield County Tennis Tournament

31- Friday Night Bandstand – 6:00 pm Opening Act: Todd Berry 7:00 pm Main Act: Bad Influence

28- Friday Night Bandstand – 7:00 pm Main Act: Classic Rock Experience

31- Street Hockey Skills & Drills Camp Registration Deadline – Camp dates Fridays (June 7- July 5)

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28- “Everyone Plays Soccer” Fall Registration Deadline - Season Begins August 19

JULY 4- Independence Day Holiday – All Park Location Offices Closed 5- Friday Night Bandstand – 6:30 pm Debbie Wright & Friends 7:30 pm Lancaster Community Band 5- Fall Sessions for Preschool & Homeschool classes online registration begins 8-12- Alley Toons Camp at Alley Park Ages 6-11 8-18- Summer Swim Lessons – Session 2 11- Youth Football/Cheer & Fall Youth Flag Football Registration Deadline 12- Friday Night Bandstand – 7:00 pm British Invasion 15-19- Alley Toons Camp at Alley Park Ages 6-11 21- Exploring Our Parks – 2-4pm – Location/Activity TBA 18-27- Lancaster Festival

AUGUST 2- Friday Night Bandstand 6:00 pm Opening Act: Benny Hill 7:00 pm Main Act: These Guys Live 3- Tiki Pool, Back to School Bash- Dive In Movie 4- Miller Pool Closes for season 9- Friday Night Bandstand – 6:00 pm Opening Act: Nicole Eileen 7:00 pm Main Act: Stadium 11FX 10- Star Gazing at Alley Park 8:00 p.m.

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.

11- Tiki Pool Closes for season 17- Pancake Breakfast at County Fairgrounds for Antique Tractor Show 8:00-11:00 am Come support Lancaster Parks and Recreation as they serve up pancakes in the Dining Hall on the Fairgrounds.

Cost: $5.00 per plate 18- Exploring Our Parks – 2-4pm – Location/Activity TBA 24- Downtown Cornhole Tournament – Located on Broad St. Registration Required 29- Adult Indoor Flag Football Registration Deadline – Season starts Sept 19

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NOVEMBER 11- Veterans Day – All Park Location Offices Closed 23- Alley Trail Marathon https://www.tinarraceseries.com 17- Exploring Our Parks – 2-4pm – Location TBA 28-29- Thanksgiving Holiday – All Park Location Offices Closed

SEPTEMBER 2- Labor Day – All Park Location Offices Closed 7- Star Gazing at Alley Park – 7:30pm 15- Exploring Our Parks – 2-4pm – Location TBA 27- Indoor Street Hockey Registration Deadline Program begins Oct 12 28-29- Frontier Spirit at Alley Park https://frontierspirit.org

OCTOBER 5-6 Days of Knights at Alley Park https://thedaysofknights.com 6-12- Fairfield County Fair – Come visit our booth while visiting the County Fair 14- Columbus Day – All Park Location Offices Closed 19- Pumpkin Hike at Alley Park – Park closed until 5pm 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 20- Exploring Our Parks – 2-4pm – Location TBA

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DECEMBER 12-15- Winterlights 6-8pm A FREE outdoor event held at Alley Park for four nights only. Thousands of lights, festive music, bonfires, and concessions make it a winter experience for all ages.

15- Exploring our Parks – 6-8pm (Winter Light Hike at Alley Park) 25- Christmas Holiday – All Park Location Offices Closed 31- Glass Town Countdown - New Year‘s Eve Event downtown on the Square.

Jan 1- New Year Holiday - all park location offices closed

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