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Father Daughter Dance
under$15the big top! Per Person McClelland center
Friday ~ 02.25.22 @ 7:00 PM Saturday ~ 02.26.22 @ 4:00 PM Saturday ~02.26.22 @ 7:00 PM Sunday ~ 02.27.22 @ 5:00 PM
A professional photographer will start taking pictures 30 minutes prior to each session's start time. Pre-registration is required, no tickets sold at the door. No refunds or transfers for this event and cost is per person. Photographer will begin taking portraits 30 minutes before each session starts. Photo Packages A $15...(1) 5x7, (4) wallet B $19... (2) 5x7, (4) wallets C $23...(1) 8x10, (2) 5x7, (4) wallets. You must pay for photos the night of the dance.
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Heart & Sole 5K/10K Run/Walk ~ February 12, 2022 ~ 9:00 AM
Bring the family to our Heart & Sole Walk/Run. Enjoy our community coming together to promote happy, healthy families. *MyLaps Timing Offered. Youth 8 & Under Free with Paid Adult Registration Standard: $10 Enhanced: $12
Heart & Sole Shirt (Long Sleeve Cotton) $15.00 – Shirt Deadline 01/28/2022
Electrifying Shamrock Fun Run/Walk~ March 11, 2022 ~ 7:15 PM
Come be a part of Longview’s most thrilling, wild, riveting, ELECTRIFYING run! Wear your favorite St. Patty’s Day outfit! This run will start at 7:15 pm and loop around the path at Lake Sacajawea, starting at the Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Blvd. Prizes for best costume, fastest male, female, adult, youth, and teen will be awarded. Youth 8 & Under Free with Paid Adult Registration All Ages:
Basic: $10 Electrifying Shamrock Shirt (Long Sleeve Cotton) $15.00 – Shirt Deadline 02/25/2022
Running of the Fools 5K/10K ~ April 2, 2022 ~ 9:00 AM
Don't be fooled out of this run! Come out to Willow Grove Park to beat the joker in this 5K or 10K run or walk. Beat the joker or guess your time to win a prize. All Ages $10.00
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YOUTH
Dance-Parent & Tot
Give children the opportunity to experience dance in a fun and creative way with the security of having their parent along. Instructor: Molly Johnson Ages 2 - 4
Thu Thu Thu Thu
01/06 - 01/27 02/03 - 02/24 03/03 - 03/31 04/14 - 05/05
10:00-10:45 AM 10:00-10:45 AM 10:00-10:45 AM 10:00-10:45 AM
Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street
$39 $39 $39 $39
Wear comfortable clothing and no jeans please. *No Class 3/17
Mini Tutu's
Learn basic movements through the use of the dancer’s imagination! Dance encourages body awareness, improved rhythm and coordination, and development of counting and jumping skills. Instructor: Natasha Kreitzer, Luminary Dance Academy Ages 3 - 5 Wed 03/02-03/23 1:00 – 1:45 PM $39 Location: Luminary Dance Academy, 1051 12th Avenue Please wear comfortable clothing.
Mom and Me Drawing Class
Draw flowers with your Mom for Mother's day. Bring yourself, an apron or "play" shirt, your mom and your creativity and go home with a bouquet of flowers and a painting the two of you created. Supplies provided for all ages and experience levels of Moms, adult "children", and toddlers. Instructor: Natalie Tonn All Ages Sat 05/07 10:00-12:00 PM $59
Extra Youth Participant $10.00
Location: Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Boulevard
Music & Movement - Parent & Tot
Explore the joy and diversity of music with your little one! Group musicmaking releases energy which can be channeled in creative, productive directions. Children learn about themselves and others by playing and listening to music together. Instructor: Molly Johnson Ages 0.5 - 3 Tue 01/18 - 02/08 10:00-10:45 AM $39 Tue 02/22 - 03/22 10:00-10:45 AM $39 Tue 04/12 - 05/03 10:00-10:45 AM $39 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street *No Class 3/15/2022
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Soccer for the Little Ones
Introduce your little one to the basic skills of soccer in a fun and rain-free indoor environment! Instructor: LCC Women’s Soccer Players Ages 5 - 7 Thur 01/03-02/03 4:30 – 5:15 PM $31 Thur 02/10-03/03 4:30 – 5:15 PM $31 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street Please wear tennis shoes and bring a water bottle.
Acrobatics - Mini
Watch your child’s confidence grow as they increase their coordination, balance, rhythm, flexibility, and strength, while learning the foundations for floor gymnastics and beginning dance! Acrobatics also helps your child improve their large gross motor skills and encourages brain development in math and language. Instructor: Natasha Kreitzer, Luminary Dance Academy Ages 3 – 5
Mon 01/31-02/28 2:00 – 2:45 PM $39 Mon 03/07-03/28 2:00 – 2:45 PM $39 Location: Luminary Dance Academy, 1051 12th Avenue No Class 02/21
Creative Dance
Lots of fun games, songs, and creative movement to help young dancers learn gross motor skills and the foundation movements of dance. Instructor: Kristy Larson, Evergreen Dance Center Ages 3 - 5
Tue 01/04 - 01/25 4:00-4:45 PM Tue 02/01 - 02/22 4:00-4:45 PM Tue 03/01 - 03/22 4:00-4:45 PM Tue 04/12 - 05/03 4:00-4:45 PM Tue 05/10 - 05/31 4:00-4:45 PM Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street
$39 $39 $39 $39 $39
Kung Fu
Give your children the confidence to handle self-defense situations effectively by learning 'KidSafe' skills to deal with abduction from an adult as well as 'BullyProof' skills to deal with assault from other children. Experience martial arts in a positive, safe environment taught by a professional certified instructor. Instructor: Eric Beattie
Ages 4 - 6 Fri 01/14 - 01/21 4:30 - 5:00 PM Fri 02/04 - 02/11 4:30 - 5:00 PM Ages 7-10 Fri 01/14 - 01/21 5:15 - 5:45 PM Fri 02/04 - 02/11 5:15 - 5:45 PM Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street No jeans please.
$25 $25 $25 $25
Bowling
Bowling is a game you can enjoy for a lifetime! Additionally, this target sport is a fun recreationally activity and teaches hand eye and coordination skills. Perfect for all experience levels, rest assured that bumpers are available if needed. Instructor: Bob Nugent, Triangle Bowl Ages 5 - 8 Tue 02/01-02/22 4:00-5:00 PM $35 Ages 9-13 Tue 03/01-03/22 4:00-5:00 PM $35 Location: Triangle Bowl, 700 Triangle Center
Ballet
Learn the basic steps of ballet and improve gross motor skills through fun games, creative movement, and show off what you learned in a small performance on the last day of class. Instructor: Kristy Larson, Evergreen Dance Center Ages 6 - 8 Tue 01/04 - 01/25 4:45-5:45 PM $39 Tue 02/01 - 02/22 4:45-5:45 PM $39 Tue 03/01 - 03/22 4:45-5:45 PM $39 Tue 04/12 - 05/03 4:45-5:45 PM $39 Tue 05/10 - 05/31 4:45-5:45 PM $39 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street Please wear comfortable clothing.
Hula
Hula is the heartbeat of the Hawaiian people! Through dance steps and the basic hand motions, you'll learn the two types of Hawaiian dance: the ancient Hula Kahiko and the modern Hula Auana. Don't forget to bring your Aloha Spirit! Instructor: Kate Denman Ages 5 - 12 Wed 01/12 - 02/16 5:00-5:55 PM $39 5:00-5:55 PM $39 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street
Nature Art
Investigate the natural world through art in this science-based art class. Draw leaves, cones, shells and flowers with colored pencil or watercolor. Students will choose from a variety of natural objects according to their interests. Materials provided but students are encouraged to bring their own natural objects or supplies. All experience levels welcome. Instructor: Natalie Tonn Ages 6 - 12 Sat 03/05 9:30-12:00 PM $30 Location: Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Boulevard
Reptile Extravaganza
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Reptile Road Show presents the first ever Reptile Extravaganza! Three hours packed with over 30 snakes, Lizards, Turtles, Tortoises, Amphibians and more from every corner of the world. Experience educational information, hands-on opportunities and witness reptile feedings. If you like reptiles you cannot miss this epic event. Instructor: Garth Pithan, Reptile Roadshow Ages 6 - 13 Sat 03/19 10:00-1:00 PM $35 Location: Woman's Club, 835 21st Avenue
Babysitting
Gain skills and confidence to babysit for family and friends! This comprehensive babysitting class will cover first aid basics, healthy treats, ideas for games & art projects, safety concerns and even diaper duty. Instructor: Lucia Alejandro Ages 8 - 14 Sat 02/19 9:00-12:00 PM $31 Location: Recreation Building, 2920 Douglas Street
Body Positivity for Teens Workshop
NO COST ~ This workshop is intended to be a safe space for youth to come and explore their own concepts of beauty and self love. In this workshop, kids will be able to explore the common messages about beauty that society portrays, and then work to re-define and create their own definitions of what makes each of them beautiful. Through a powerful drawing activity, youth will also be able to explore their relationship with their own bodies and body image and navigate how they would like to cultivate a more positive relationship with their body. Lastly, all youth will be able to write themselves a letter of self-love that will be mailed out to them six weeks after this workshop. The workshop will conclude with a kids yoga. Instructor: Shira Lile, Hello Life Director Ages 11 - 18 Sat 03/05 10:00-12:00 PM Location: Woman's Club, 835 21st Avenue
Home Alone - How to Stay Safe
Be prepared for school breaks and days off by ensuring your kids have the skills and knowledge to stay safe at home without adult supervision, including basic first aid, personal safety, Internet safety, how to respond to strangers at the door or over the phone, and sibling care. Instructor: Lucia Alejandro Ages 8 - 14 Sat 03/19 9:00-12:00 PM $31 Location: Recreation Building, 2920 Douglas Street
Horsemanship - Beginning
Enjoy games and exercise while learning English riding skills that build confidence. Expert instruction is provided in basic horsemanship including safety, rules, grooming, and tacking. Instructor: Donna Longacre, Longacre Stables Ages 6 - 16 Tue 01/25 - 02/08 5:30-6:30 PM $61 Tue 02/22 - 03/08 5:30-6:30 PM $61 Tue 04/12 - 04/26 6:00-7:00 PM $61 Tue 05/10 - 05/24 6:00-7:00 PM $61 Location: Longacre Stables, 2290 Dike Road Participant must wear riding shoes or shoes with heels. Bring your own helmet or use one provided.
Polite Kids
This class gives kids the refinement they need to be polite and courteous. Topics include respectful living, introductions, setting a table, mealtime etiquette and social manners. Instructor: Lucia Alejandro Ages 8 - 12 Sat 05/14 9:00-12:00 PM $31 Location: Recreation Building, 2920 Douglas Street
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FIRST® LEGO® League FIRST® LEGO® League introduces science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) to children ages 4-16* through fun, exciting handson learning. Participants gain real-world problem solving experience through a guided, global robotics program, helping today’s students and teachers build a better future together. Our three divisions inspire youth to experiment and grow their critical thinking, coding, and design skills through hands-on STEM learning and robotics. FLL Discover (ages 4-6): This playful introductory STEM program ignites young students’ natural curiosity and builds their habits of learning with hands-on activities in the classroom and at home using LEGO® DUPLO® bricks. Season runs December - April/May. FLL Explore (ages 6-10): In Explore, teams of students ages 6-10 focus on the fundamentals of engineering as they explore real-world problems, learn to design, and code, and create unique solutions made with LEGO bricks and powered by LEGO® Education WeDo 2.0. Season runs December through April/May. FLL Challenge (ages 9-16): Friendly competition is at the heart of Challenge, as teams of students ages 9-16* engage in research, problem-solving, coding, and engineering - building and programming a LEGO robot that navigates the missions of a robot game. Season runs September through December. *Parent volunteers are essential! Each team requires at least one volunteer coach. No experience needed, FLL has lots of great material for coaches to use to lead a team. Team meetings can also be set based on coach availability. Please contact Parks & Recreation at 360-442-5400 if you are willing to facilitate a team!
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Community Gardens
Plot Sizes 10’ x 40’ & 20’ x 40’ Garden spaces for public rental will be available in 2022 at the 32nd Ave garden site. Water and porta potty included. Spaces limited to 2 per family with possible additional plots after 04/29. New gardener registration opens 03/07. Returning gardeners (those who rented a garden in 2021) have until 02/25 to retain existing garden(s). 10’x10’ space - $46 20’x40’ - $70
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Schools Out Day Camp
Looking for some fun activities to keep your child engaged on no school days? Bring them to our Parks & Recreation Day Camp! A day full of sports, crafts, and fun, we provide a safe, supervised program with quality activities conducted by our experienced recreation leaders. Participants will need to bring their own lunch and snack. Grades K - 5 Wed 01/26 7:30-5:30 PM $31 Location: Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Boulevard
Potential Weather Make-Up Days
If Longview School District calls for Weather Make-Up Days, we will have program on the following dates (Sign-up on a wait-list if interested, we’ll contact you if the program will run) Fri 02/18 7:30 AM-5:30 PM $31 Fri 03/11 7:30 AM-5:30 PM $31 Fri 05/27 7:30 AM-5:30 PM $31 Location: Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Boulevard
Spring Break Day Camp
Engage in recreational activities, sports, crafts, game, cooking and science and nature activities. Our camp reinforces healthy lifestyles, leadership, acceptance, team building, good decision-making and strong values. Grades K - 5 Mon-Fri 04/04-04/08 7:30 AM-5:30 PM $31 Location: Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Boulevard
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Adult
La Adventura Authentic Mexican Cooking
Are you looking to impress your family or friends this Cinco de Mayo? Sign up for a special night of sampling, preparing and cooking Mexican party favorites. This is part of a three day series, you may partake in one or all sessions. Take home a copy of the recipes and a sampling of the delicious food you create. It will be an adventure! Instructor: Lucia Alejandro Ages 18 & Over Appetizers - Chips/Salsa/Flautas Wed 02/09 6:30-8:30 PM $25 Dinner - Tamales/Enchiladas/Beverages Wed 03/09 6:30-8:30 PM $25 Dessert - Tres Leches Cake/Flan/Fruit Wed 04/13 6:30-8:30 PM $25 Location: Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Boulevard Supply fee of $20 due to instructor at time of class.
Guitar-Beginning
Part I ~ No experience necessary! This fun and popular class is the place to get started. You will learn easy chords, strumming, and songs. Please provide your own guitar. Instructor: Bill Price Ages 8 & Over Part I Thu 01/13 - 02/17 6:15-7:00 PM $79 Part II ~ A continuation of Part I, More chords, strumming and great songs. Thu 02/24 - 03/31 6:15-7:00 PM $79 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street Supply fee payable to instructor at first class: $8 (covers parts I & II)
First Aid
Beginning & Intermediate ~ This fun class will teach you some of the basic chords and rolls used by all banjo players. Please provide your own banjo. Instructor: Bill Price Ages 12 & Over Thu 01/13 - 02/17 7:15-8:00 PM $79 Thu 02/24 - 03/31 7:15-8:00 PM $79 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street
Receive First Aid and CPR certification based on the standards of American Heart Association. Develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to respond in a medical emergency. Use of the AED will also be taught. Instructor: Steve Pitts Ages 18 & Over Sat 01/15 9:00-12:00 PM $51 Fri 02/18 1:00-4:00 PM $51 Thu 04/07 9:00-12:00 PM $51 Location: Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Boulevard $10 supply fee due to instructor at class.
Ceramics
Soap Making
Banjo - 5 String Bluegrass
Learn hand building basics to create your own functional or gift giving pottery objects. Pinch, slab and coil techniques will be introduced as well as opportunities for exploration on the potter’s wheel. Independent study students welcome to attend. Instructor: Debra Robasky Ages 18 & Over Wed 01/26 - 03/17 6:00-8:00 PM $61 Location: RA Long High School, 2903 Nichols Boulevard Supply fee of $35 due to instructor at time of class.
Drawing - Botanical Art
Learn the meditative process of botanical art. Draw seasonal leaves and flowers with all their details. Pencil, micron pen, and watercolor instruction provided. All experience levels welcome. Instructor: Natalie Tonn Ages 12 & Over Sat 04/30 9:30-12:00 PM $39 Location: Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Boulevard
Italian - Learn to Speak
Ciao amici! Basic conversational classes with an Italian mother tongue teacher, designed for students with little or no background in Italian. You can expect to learn basic vocabulary, simple conversation topics, practice standard Italian pronunciation, and form sentences using the present tense. Instructor: Claudio Perissinotto Ages 18 & Over Wed 01/12 - 02/16 7:00-8:00 PM $46 Location: Recreation Building, 2920 Douglas Street
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Learn to make soap for home use and/or gift giving. The base (liquid) for the soap varies with the class but can include goat milk, water, wine or other creative inspirations. Use of a variety of oils, lye, fragrance oils and essential oils plus additives of your choice to make it a one-of-akind creation. You will take home a reusable mold & 2.5 lbs of your own handmade soap! We recommend wearing a long-sleeve shirt and bring along an apron and protective eye gear (using lye). Instructor: Debbie Ward Ages 18 & Over Tue 03/01 6:00-7:30 PM $25 Location: Elks Memorial Building, 2121 Kessler Boulevard $20 supply fee due to instructor.
Spanish
Have fun while learning basic Spanish vocabulary, grammar and phrases for use while traveling or in the workplace. Instructor has experience teaching at the college level for the Ethinic Support Council. Instructor: Jovita Potter Ages 18 & Over Thu 01/27 - 03/17 6:30-7:30 PM $43 Location: Recreation Building, 2920 Douglas Street
Non-residents pay an additional $5 charge per class or program.
Sewing Series
9:00 - 12:00 PM ~ $15 Per Class McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street Saturday, 1/15 ~ REVERSIBLE APRON ~ In this class you will learn how to make an apron using two coordinating fabrics. You will need to bring a sewing machine, thread, pins, and a pair of sharp scissors. There is a $20.00 supply fee that covers the cost of the pattern and fabric to make your apron.
Saturday, 2/19 ~ BOWL COZIES ~ Are you tired of burning your hands when you pull a bowl with heated food from your microwave? Once you take this class you can protect your hands when removing hot bowls from the microwave. Great gift idea to personalize for your special people. You will need to bring a sewing machine, thread, pins, and a pair of sharp scissors. There is a $5.00 supply fee that covers the cost of the pattern and fabric you need to make two cozies.
Saturday, 3/19 ~ 10 MINUTE TABLE RUNNER ~ Winter weather, grey skies, and rain got you down? Join us for a fun class to learn a quick and easy method to make a table runner to dress up your table with flowers. You will need to bring a sewing machine, thread, pins and scissors. You will need a needle to sew buttons on your table runner. There is a $10.00 supply fee that covers the cost of the pattern and fabric you need to make your flowery table runner.
Saturday, 4/16 ~ PILLOW CASES ~ Quick and easy to make using the burrito method. No raw edges will be seen on the inside of these pillow cases. You'll be surprised how fast they come together and will want to make one for everyone in your family. Bring your sewing machine, thread, pins and scissors. There is a $20.00 supply fee to cover the cost of the fabric you need to make your first one. Instructor: Sharry Hilton
Ukulele
Wills and Estates
A unique and inexpensive way to have musical fun with family and friends! Ukuleles are a 'take anywhere' that instrument anyone can play with easy and simple instruction. Students must bring their own ukulele. Children under the age of 12 must attend with an adult. For more information call 360-425-3786. Instructor: James Lee Ages 12 & Over Beginning: Tue 01/25 - 02/22 6:00-7:00 PM $39 Intermediate: Tue 03/01 - 03/29 6:00-7:00 PM $39 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street
Learn the basics about estate planning and the probate process. Class will address Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorneys, Health Care Directives (Living Wills), and Community Property Agreements. If your estate is under $1 million with no unusual circumstances you can sign a simple will, health care directive, and durable power of attorney on the third night of this class. For Washington and Oregon state residents. Instructor: Amanda Proujan, Attorney at Law Ages 18 & Over Wed 02/02 - 02/16 5:30-7:00 PM $111 Wed 04/13 - 04/27 5:30-7:00 PM $111 Location: Recreation Building, 2920 Douglas Street
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Ballroom Dance - an Introduction
Line Dance - Ultra Beginning
ChaCha
Hula
Learn the basics of five of the most popular dances: Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, Rumba and Cha Cha. As a result of taking this class you will experience how easy it is to learn to dance. You will then have an opportunity to sign up for additional sessions in the future where we focus on one dance style for the entire series. Instructor: Joseph & Julieann Platt Tue 01/18 6:00-7:30 PM $19 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street
A requisite latin dance. You will become familiar with the spectrum of music that can be danced to cha-cha from standard Latin sounds to the pop and hard rock sounds of Santana, Adele and ZZTop. Basic step, 5th position breaks, crossover breaks...Salsa's dance cousin but with the ChaChaCha. Instructor: Joseph & Julieann Platt Beginning: Tue 04/19 - 05/24 6:00-6:45 PM $56 Intermediate: Tue 04/19 - 05/24 7:30-8:15 PM $56 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street
A very slow paced class for the ultra beginner. Learn the very basic steps. A lot of repetition, great exercise physically and mentally. Dance to all styles of music. No partner needed. Instructor: Rhonda Goldsmith Ages 18 & Over Thu 01/06 - 02/10 5:30-6:30 PM $39 Thu 02/17 - 03/24 5:30-6:30 PM $39 Thu 04/14 - 05/19 5:30-6:30 PM $39 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street Hula is the heartbeat of the Hawaiian people! Through dance steps and the basic hand motions, you'll learn the two types of Hawaiian dance: the ancient Hula Kahiko and the modern Hula Auana. Don't forget to bring your Aloha Spirit! Instructor: Kate Denman Ages 12 & Over Wed 03/23 - 04/27 6:00-7:00 PM $39 Wed 01/12 - 02/16 6:00-7:00 PM $39 Zoom Option - $30 ~ Same Dates/Times as above Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street
Country Two Step
Beginning ~ This is the signature dance perfect for the country night club. Gents, you'll be leading your lady through multiple turns while traveling along the line of dance. Guaranteed a great time, fun for the whole family. Instructor: Joseph & Julieann Platt Tue 01/25 - 03/01 6:00-6:45 PM $56 Beyond Beginning ~ We will continue with the moves we've learned in the beginning class and add more complex and rotational patterns. And for the traditional ballroom dancers, remember that country Two Step easily converts to Foxtrot. Tue 03/08 - 04/12 6:45-7:30 PM $56 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street
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Night Club Two Step
A slower dance, perfect for nightclub, party or wedding dancing. This style is typically danced to ballads and is often used to "spice up" the average slow dance. Instructor: Joseph & Julieann Platt Ages 18 & Over Beginning: Tue 03/08 - 04/12 6:00-6:45 PM $56 Beyond Beginning: Tue 04/19 - 05/24 6:45-7:30 PM $56 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street
Non-residents pay an additional $5 charge per class or program.
Rhythms Line Dance for Health – Beginning
Lunch hour low-impact exercise in disguise! Easy-to-follow line dances with arm movements to improve overall fitness. Salsa, cha cha, mambo, swing, waltz or foxtrot to rock & roll, Latin, R&B, ballroom music - not country. Learn the dance, dance the dance and repeat with a new dance. Instructor: LaNay Eastman Ages 18 & Over Fri 01/07 - 01/28 12:00-12:50 PM $26 Fri 02/04 - 02/25 12:00-12:50 PM $26 Fri 03/04 - 03/25 12:00-12:50 PM $26 Fri 04/01 - 04/29 12:00-12:50 PM $33 Location: Woman's Club, 835 21st Avenue
Swing Dance
SWING is one of the most popular of all dances and is perfect for beginners. Dance Swing to classic great oldies or to the music of today – a dance for all the ages! Learn single and triple rhythm styles that are key when dancing to different tempos, slow and fast. If you have one dance to learn, this is it! Includes Intermediate & Advanced Classes. Instructor: Joseph & Julieann Platt Ages 18 & Over Beyond Beginning: Tue 01/25 - 03/01 6:45-7:30 PM $56 Intermediate Swing/Hustle: Tue 03/08 - 04/12 7:30-8:15 PM $56 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street
Waltz
Learn the strategies of continuity styling in Waltz, moving easily around the dance floor with more versatility. Fun to Learn and endlessly innovative! Intermediate Class ~ A continuation of basic classes where we’ll add more steps and techniques. Additionally, you’ll be flowing around the floor in new patterns. Instructor: Joseph & Julieann Platt Ages 18 & Over Intermediate: Tue 01/25 - 03/01 7:30-8:15 PM $56 Location: McClelland Center, 951 Delaware Street
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Body Positive Parent Workshop
NO COST ~ This workshop is designed to have an open discussion with parents about how they can make their homes a body positive and body inclusive home. This workshop will also explore the concepts of intuitive eating and Health at Every SIze. Lastly, this workshop will include red flags parents can look for when it comes to identifying eating disorders. Instructor: Shira Lile, Hello Life Director Ages 18 & Over Fri 03/04 6:00-7:00 PM $0 Location: Recreation Building, 2920 Douglas Street
Tai Chi & Qigong for Health (Beginner)
Focus is on comfortably learning the basic principles of Tai Chi movements and Qigong exercises to improve circulation, balance and increase relaxation. Chairs available for seated or standing support. Appropriate for individuals new to exercise or living with arthritis/other chronic health conditions. Instructor: LaNay Eastman Ages 18 & Over T/Th 01/04 - 01/27 10:00-10:50 AM $61 T/Th 02/08 - 02/24 10:00-10:50 AM $45 T/Th 03/08 - 03/31 10:00-10:50 AM $61 T/Th 04/05 - 04/28 10:00-10:50 AM $61 Location: Woman's Club, 835 21st Avenue Wear clothing easy to move in and sneakers or flat, flexible fitness-type shoes.
Tai Chi and Qigong for Health (Intermediate)
Exploring the depth of Tai Chi and Qigong principles through forms that are more complex, expanded movements and breathing practices to refine skills and internal awareness towards improved balance, range of motion and cultivate flowing meditative movements. Appropriate for individuals living with arthritis/other chronic health conditions. Instructor: LaNay Eastman Ages 18 & Over T/Th 01/04 - 01/27 9:00-9:50 AM $61 T/Th 02/08 - 02/24 9:00-9:50 AM $45 T/Th 03/08 - 03/31 9:00-9:50 AM $61 T/Th 04/05 - 04/28 9:00-9:50 AM $61 Location: Woman's Club, 835 21st Avenue Wear loose, comfortable clothing and sneakers or flat, flexible fitness-type shoes.
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Natural Health Class Series
Join this small group activity to set your personal health goals for the year. Lots of ideas will be shared for diet, exercise, and lifestyle related health goals, then each person will have an opportunity to set personal goals for themselves. Leave class with a specific plan of action to help you achieve your goals. We'll even discuss ways to build in rewards and support to help keep you motivated. Instructor: Dr. Dee Richardson Ages 18 & Over Setting Health Goals in the New Year Thu 01/13 6:00-8:00 PM $21 Herbal Remedies for Colds & Coughs - $5 supply fee due at first class Thu 01/20 6:00-8:00 PM $21 Diet & Blood Sugar Management Thu 01/27 6:00-8:00 PM $21 Diet for a Healthy Heart Thu 02/03 6:00-8:00 PM $21 Love Potion #9 - Herbal Gift Making-$10 supply fee due at first class Thu 02/10 6:00-8:00 PM $21 Homeopathy 101 - Intro Thu 03/17 6:00-8:00 PM $21 Homeopathy 102 - Meet the Polychrests Thu 03/24 6:00-8:00 PM $21 Making Herbal Teas - $5 supply fee due at first class Thu 04/14 6:00-8:00 PM $21 Making Herbal Tinctures - $10 supply fee due at first class Thu 04/21-4/28 6:00-8:00 PM $39 Location: Woman's Club, 835 21st Avenue
Non-residents pay an additional $5 charge per class or program.
Instead of listening to music become the music in this exhilarating full body workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and pilates inspired movements. Using Ripstix, lightly weighed drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising, POUND transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out. Designed for all fitness levels. Instructor: Peggy Swanson Ages 18 & Over M/W/F 01/03 - 01/31 8:00-8:50 AM $65 M/W/F 02/02 - 02/28 8:00-8:50 AM $60 M/W/F 03/02 - 03/30 8:00-8:50 PM $65 M/W/F 04/01 - 04/29 8:00-8:50 PM $65
Get moving with fun, lower intensity exercise! Especially designed to include the active older adult, someone who hasn't been exercising in a long time, or individuals who may be limited physically. Instructor has over 40 years of teaching various fitness classes. Instructor: Peggy Swanson Ages 18 & Over T/Th 01/04 - 01/27 9:00-10:00 AM $40 T/Th 02/01 - 02/24 9:00-10:00 PM $40 T/Th 03/01 - 03/31 9:00-10:00 AM $50 T/Th 04/05 - 04/28 9:00-10:00 AM $40
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Adult Basketball Must be 18 or Older!
WINTER LEAGUE:
(Upper & Lower) ~ 1/10 - 03/19/2022 Registration Deadline: 01/04/2022 @ 5:00 PM Coach’s Meeting: 01/06/2022@ 6:00 PM – Recreation Office
This is a self-officiated league in which players call their own fouls. SPRING LEAGUE: It is a great way to get in shape and play basketball in a fun, competitive atmosphere. (Upper & Lower) ~ 04/11 - 06/09/2022
Registration Deadline: 04/06/2022 @ 5:00 PM Games held Mondays & Thursdays between Coach’s Meeting: 04/07/2022 @ 6:00 PM – Recreation Office 7 - 10 pm $175
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Non-residents pay an additional $5 charge per class or program
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Longview Parks & Trails 7th Avenue Park 970 7th Ave
Altrusa Park
Schneiter Dr & Branch Creek Dr
1.3 MILE
Archie Anderson Park
Alabama St, 21st & 22nd Ave
Bailey Park 34th Ave & Oak St Cloney Park 28th Ave & Douglas St Off-Leash Dog Park Gerhart Gardens Park 200 Freedom Rd Gerhart Gardens Park 200 Freedom Way Highlands Trail Douglas St to Oregon Way John Null Park 2650 Pacific Way Kellogg Park 1970 Dorothy Ave Lake Sacajawea
between Nichols & Kessler Blvd
0.25 MILE
1.3 MILE
3.6 MILE
Mark Hoehne Park 2300 Robbins St Pacific Way Trail 30th Ave to 48th Ave
2.5 MILE
R. A. Long Park Civic Circle Rotary Park Oak St at Rosewood St
0.3 MILE
Roy Morse Park Reg Smith Dr
Vandercook Park 1416 21st Ave Victoria Freeman Park
0.25 MILE
9th Ave at Delaware & Douglas St
Windermere Park 2418 48th Ave
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Walking Path/Trail
ADA Accessible
Baseball Field
Basketball Court
Bicycle Trail
Dogs OK on leash
Off Leash Dog Park
Parking
Picnic Tables
Covered Shelters
Playground
Power Available
Reservable Space
Restrooms
Skate Park
Soccer Field
Tennis Court
For more information on Cowlitz County Trails visit www.cowlitzonthemove.org under the trails tab. Reminder that all City of Longview Parks are Tobacco, Drug, and Alcohol Free.
How to Register/Contact Us Information Purposes: Don’t Delay: Register Today. Activities are subject to cancellation Disclaimer: This program schedule is published for information purposes only. Parks and Recreation due to consideration. reserves the right to make any changes in the content and provisions of the program schedule Fair Play: without notice. The City of Longview complies with the State of Washington’s “Fair Play in Community Sports Act” Security: that prohibits descrimination against any person on the basis of gender in the operation, conduct, or We have taken many steps to ensure the security of your online transaction that employs the administration of community athletics programs latest in encryption technology. The personal for youth or adults. For questions regarding this information that you provide is only made or policies related to field for facility use, please contact Justin Brown, Recreation Manager at 360- available to the appropriate personnel in the city and not shared with any other agency, public or 442-5400. private. Accessibility: Financial Scholarships: Parks & Recreation provides accomodations required for people with disabilities. Please contact Financial assistance may be available for youth who, for financial reasons would be unable Justin Brown, Recreation Manager, at 360-4425400, at least two-weeks in advance of a program to participate in a recreation program. To be considered, a child must reside within the start date to discuss accomodations. Longview city limits. Requests should be made at least five business days before the class begins. Non-Discrimination Notice: Contributions are accepted to help children that Longview Parks & Recreation programs, facilities, would otherwise be unable to participate in a and services reflect the cultural diversity of our class or program. To apply for financial assistance community. We do not discriminate on the basis or make a contribution call us at 360-442-5400 of religion, color, gender, national origin, sexual or visit us online at www.mylongview.com/ orientation, age, or disability. recreation Parks & Recreation Advisory Weather Policy: Meetings: All recreation programs are cancelled when The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board are Longview schools are closed due to weather. Longview residents who volunteer time for Morning recreation programs are cancelled when the preservation and development of parks, schools are delayed due to weather. Afternoon leisure, facilities, and recreation programs for the and evening recreation programs are cancelled community. Meetings are generally held at 5:00 when schools release or close early due to weather. p.m. on the third Monday of each month at the Call the 360-442-5980 for additional information Recreation Office. on weather related closures/delays. Resident or Non-Resident? Pre-registration Required: A resident is anyone who lives or owns property within the Longview City limits. Even though your Pre-registration is required for classes unless mailing address is “Longview” does not necessarily noted. Many classes fill up quickly so register mean you are a city resident. Non-residents pay an early to ensure that you or your child will not be additional $5 charge per class or program due at the disappointed. Please note - same day “on-site” time of registration. In-city status is determined by registration is rarely accepted by instructors. tax zoning.
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Parks & Recreation Advisory Board: Claire Pang, Michelle Rabideau Jenny Oskey, Spencer Boudreau, Rayleen Aguirre Mint Valley Golf Advisory Committee: Chuck Berquist, Rick Parrish, Ken Pence, David Schloss, Kimberly Higgins, Jordan Burns Visual Arts Committee: Steve Moon, Deborah Andersen, Sue Piper, Yvette Raynham, Tracy Walstead Parks & Recreation Director: Jennifer Wills Parks Manager: Joanna Martin Recreation Manager: Justin Brown Golf Course Superintendent: Scott Knapp Pro Shop Manager: Jim Nickerson Recreation Coordinators: Karry Williquette, Steve Plampin Recreation Specialists: Barbie Morrison, Alissa Manno, Hunter Hartley Administrative Staff: Melissa Harbour, Kristi Ruhland Parks & Recreation Contact Information: Recreation Office.............. 360-442-5400 Registration....................... 360-442-5400 Building/Park Rentals...... 360-442-5407 Sports Activities .............. 360-442-5435 Senior Center ................... 360-636-0210 Youth/Out-of-School....... 360-442-5402 Donation/Sponsorship.... 360-442-5406 Park Maintenance............ 360-442-5421 Street Trees....................... 360-442.5421 Mint Valley Golf ............. 360-442.5442 Mint Valley Racquet........... 360-442-4770
Find Us: Recreation Office: 2920 Douglas Street Longview, WA 98632 Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 11:00A-5:00P
www.mylongview.com/recreation /LongviewRecreation
REFUNDS FOR CLASSES/PROGRAMS/EVENTS: Satisfaction Guarantee: Your satisfaction is our top priority! Longview Parks & Recreation is committed to offering quality service to everyone with our 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are dissatisfied with your experience, use this form to notify the recreation office in writing prior to the second class to request a full refund. Refund Requests: Refund requests may be granted if the department is notified in writing three working days before the first class. Refunds are NOT available for one-day classes/events, team athletics, trips, or special events. All participant-initiated refunds are subject to the Recreation Manager’s, or designee’s, approval. Once approved, refunded fees can be applied to any current season activities, donated to our scholarship fund, or refunded by check or credit card within 20 days after approval. A $5 processing fee will be assessed to all refunds. *Applied fees/transfers will not be charged the processing fee. PLEASE NOTE- CREDIT CARD REFUNDS CAN TAKE A MINIMUM OF 7 TO 10 DAYS TO PROCESS.
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