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FIT & STRONG

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DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE Tre a t yo u r d a u g h t e r l i ke t h e p r i n c e s s s h e i s a t t h i s ye a r ’s Fro z e n t h e m e d d a n c e

CONTENTS 2 CHASE THE CHILL

Drop off handmade scarves, hats, mittens, and more for those in need during the winter season.

SPRING BREAK THEATER CAMP

Dance, makeup, costume, set design, and so much more are covered in this week long camp that concludes with a Friday night performance.

14 FIT AND STRONG

In this evidence-based class for adults ages 50 and older, we help participants maintain an independent lifestyle.

29 DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE

Treat your little girl to a special evening out in a magical winter wonderland filled with dancing and merriment.

34 JACKSON HEIGHTS ART STUDIO

Check out what is available at our growing art studio. From pottery to stained glass and more, we have something for everyone.

41 YOUNG LIT & FREE

In partnership with The Listening, this series encourages students to use their own stories to create original poetry and performance styles.

4 Nature and Outdoors 9 Community Recreation Centers 10 Athletics 14 Health and Fitness 16 Community Market 18 Infrastructure Project Updates 20 Facilities Map 22 Special Events Calendar 23 Neighborhood Centers 28 Arts 36 Rentals & Special Events 37 Volunteer 38 Enrichment 44 Trips

How to Register Registration for classes and activities can be done in one of the following three ways. *Activities with special registration guidelines will be noted in the activity description. All classes, activities, and events are subject to change or cancellation.

IN PERSON

Visit our office at Miller Center, 301 Grove Street, to register in person. Open Mon–Fri, 8:30am–5:00pm.

ONLINE

Get Connected Front Desk (434) 455–5858 Cancellation Line (434) 455–5860 301 Grove Street Lynchburg, VA 24501

Visit us online at www.lynchburgparksandrec.com to register.

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BY MAIL

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Use our Mail-In Registration form, located on the inside back cover of this Activity Guide to register for classes. *Look for the “LR” = Lynchburg Resident Discount Price

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*Refunds will only be considered if requested at least 10 business days prior to the start of the activity and may be subject to an administrative fee for incurred cost. No refunds (full or partial) will be issued to customers who fail to attend an activity/ class. Lynchburg Parks and Recreation complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act for qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodations are needed, please tell us upon registration and at least 10 days prior to the activity.

Scholarships Here at Lynchburg Parks and Recreation, our goal is to provide access to our recreation programs for all local citizens. If you’re a Lynchburg City resident in need of financial assistance to participate in parks & recreation programs, you and your family members may qualify for a scholarship. Applications are available on our website, at any of our community centers, or at our office at Miller Center. Applications must be submitted in-person, before you register, and 5 business days prior to a registration deadline.

Stay updated through our monthly email newsletter! Sign up today at www.lynchburgparksandrec.com

A LETTER FROM OUR DIRECTOR On December 5, 2019 at 10:00am, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for the Langhorne Road Bridge Renovation and Blackwater Creek Trail Extension Project. This trail extension project has been 20 years in the making and we are finally starting the construction phase. The Project includes the stabilization and renovation of the abandoned Langhorne Road railway trestle and the continuation of Blackwater Creek (Bikeway) Trail from its current ending at the Ed Page Entrance parking lot to the trestle and onwards to the grounds of Linkhorne Middle School.

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Lynchburg Public Works, in partnership with Lynchburg Parks & Recreation, started construction on the Percivalâ€™s Island Pedestrian Bridge over the James River. The bridge is undergoing much needed repairs with replacement of the decking and major reconstruction of the overlook platform. The bridge, along with the adjacent parking lot, is schedule to reopen on March 4, 2020. As part of the Lynchburg Parks and Recreation Master Plan, we continue to make progress in connecting all major City parks with the trail system. This trail loop around the City will connect with Poplar Forest to the west and Amherst County to the east. We have secured Hill Studio out of Roanoke to provide a conceptual drawing with cost estimates for the next phase that will connect Peaks View Park with Ivy Creek Nature Park. We hope to secure grants and begin construction in 2020. Naturally yours,

Jennifer Jones, Director Lynchburg Parks and Recreation

January 2, 2019

Human Services Building, 99 9th St. Park View Community Mission, 2420 Memorial Ave.

Chase the Chill is an annual event that distributes handmade scarves, cowls, hats, mittens, and other items in public places, so those in need, regardless of income or without any qualifiers, can help themselves. Handmade articles should be knitted or crocheted with washable fiber. Drop items off at Rush Homes, 1721 Monsview Ave, or The Miller Center, 301 Grove St. Questions? Contact Kate Goodman at 434-455-2120 or kategoodman43@yahoo.com.

VRPS DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

Lynn Fox There are 110 parks and recreation departments in Virginia, and we are proud to announce that Lynchburg Parks and Recreation Department’s Lynn Fox, retired senior recreation specialist at Templeton Senior Center, was awarded Virginia Recreation and Park Society’s Distinguished Service Award at the VRPS Annual Banquet in September 2019. Congratulations Lynn on your well deserved recognition.

HAPPY RETIREMENT Our Park Service Manager, Andrew Reeder has retired after 23 years of service to the citizens of Lynchburg. We will greatly miss Andy’s wisdom, park operations knowledge, park planning expertise, and his heart for the environment and conservation of parklands in Lynchburg. He was an authority in the park management field and served as the principal steward of 900 acres of Lynchburg’s parklands and natural areas. He was also the Department’s curator of the 5 and 10 year Capital Improvement Project plans. To say Andy’s retirement is a loss for our department is an understatement. Andy’s accomplishments are many, but listed below are some highlights: • Became the first NRPA Certified Playground Safety Inspector in the Region, as well as the first Certified Parks and Recreational Professional in Lynchburg • Planning, obtaining funding, and building Ivy Creek Park–the City’s first new park in approximately 25 years • Lynchburg’s first Off–Leash Dog Park and Dog Park Executive Board • Developing planning, funding, construction and management of specific capital projects such as Younger Park, Riverside Park, Creekside Trail Extension, Ivy Creek Greenway, Kemper Station Trail, Ed Page Entrance/Awareness Garden, James River Heritage Trail, Percival’s Island, City Stadium, Ivy Creek Greenway/Langhorne Trestle and more Andy will be greatly missed by the City of Lynchburg. We wish Andy a very happy and healthy retirement that he so richly deserves.

Andy Reeder

N AT U R E & O U T D O O R S

THE DIRT ON GARDENS All Ages Have you thought about planting a garden but don’t know where to begin? Dig up your dirt and bring it in for testing to find out what you can grow from Lynchburg Department of Water Resources and Robert E. Lee Soil and Water Conservation District instructors. In recognition of International Day of Women and Girls in Science we invite all ages to dig deep in to the science of soils. Lab coats are optional! Register by 2/9. $8.50 Miller Center T 2/11

Naturalist Staff 6:00pm–7:30pm

51100.109

EQUINOX HIKE Ages 16+ Welcome the arrival of spring and see our trails after dark with friends. This hike may include listening for nocturnal animals, observing moths, learning how our senses adapt to night and more! About 3 miles. Meet by the restrooms next to the Awareness Garden. Register by 3/17. $7.50 Blackwater Creek Natural Area Th 3/19

Naturalist Staff 7:30pm–8:30pm

51100.110

BRING YOUR GROUP TO US! Are you looking for an activity, class, or program suitable for your group? We offer customized programs to fit your needs, using your own location, or one of Lynchburg’s parks, trails, or recreation centers. We provide all materials and the experienced instructors; you provide the date, time, and group!

ARCHERY Ages 16+ Aim for a fun evening with friends and learn a new skill in this introductory course. Participants will learn the basic elements of archery including parts of the bow, shooting form, and the layout of the range from a USA Archery certified instructor. End the evening by honing your new skills on the range. Register by 4/7.

Contact us to schedule canoe and kayak instruction, taught by ACA (American Canoe Association) certified instructors, at Ivy Creek Park as well as archery instruction classes, taught by USA Archery certified instructors, for your group.

$15.00 LR | $23.00 Armstrong Gym Th 4/9

Naturalist Staff 6:00pm–7:30pm

51100.108

Visit us online at www.lynchburgparksandrec.com or call (434) 455–5828 for more information!

BASIC BASIC HUNTER HUNTER EDUCATION EDUCATION AGES 10+

S A T U R D A Y 9:00AM–5:00PM MILLER CENTER MARCH 28 | 51100.101

Ages 16+ Do you ever think about what would happen if your day hike turned into a disaster? How would you find drinking water? How would you build a stable shelter? Join us at Ivy Creek Park to prepare for the worst scenarios. You will learn the basics of shelter building, water purification, fire building, and more! Register by 4/2. $30.00 LR | $40.00 Ivy Creek Park Sa 4/4

Naturalist Staff 10:00am–3:00pm

51100.113

Ages 8+ Lynchburg Junior Olympic Archery Development (JOAD) Club is a 6 week program during which participants will learn the fundamentals of archery from USA Archery certified coaches. Archers will gain skills in both recurve and compound bows as well as range safety and proper shooting technique in an environment that also promotes focus, increased self-confidence and team- building skills, along with decision making skills. Participants, who become USA Archery members, will be able to compete in the USA Archery Virtual Tournament. $30.00 LR | $45.00 Armstrong Gym

Naturalist Staff

M 1/13–3/2

6:30pm–7:30pm

51100.102

M 3/9–4/13

6:30pm–7:30pm

51100.103

NATURE

INTRODUCTION TO ARCHERY Learn the basic elements of archery including parts of the bow, shooting form, and the layout of the range from a USA Archery certified instructor. Register by two days prior to program. Armstrong Gym

OWL PROWL All Ages Whoo whoo is out there? Join our naturalist on a guided night hike through the Blackwater Creek Nature Area. Activities for the evening will include searching for owls and other nocturnal animals, observing moths, learning how our senses change at night, and more! The night will end roasting s’mores over a fire. All participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Register by 2/5.

Naturalist Staff

Ages 18+ $20.00 LR | $30.00 Sa 1/25

9:00am–11:00am

51100.104

Ages 8–17 $15.00 LR | $23.00 Sa 1/25

11:30am–12:30pm

51100.105

Sa 2/1

11:30am–12:30pm

51100.107

$8.50 Peaks View Park | Ardmore Entrance F 2/7

ADVANCED ARCHERY | ADULTS

51100.112

MAPLE SUGARING

Ages 18+

All Ages

Did you enjoy Intro to Archery and want to learn more? Take the next step in archery and build upon your skills with more time on the range. Learn advanced skills on compound and recurve bows as well as basics of crossbows from a USA Archery certified instructor. Lesson will include basic equipment maintenance, range time, and much more. Register by 1/30.

Tap the sap for a sweet treat! After the tree tapping demonstration, try a taste of the ‘sweet’ fruit of our labor! Hear the tale of Thomas Jefferson’s ‘maple sugar scheme’ and other sweet stories about maple syrup production in Virginia. All participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Register by 2/20.

$20.00 LR | $30.00

$10.00

Armstrong Gym Sa 2/1

6:00pm–7:00pm

Naturalist Staff

Naturalist Staff 9:00am–11:00am

Miller Center

51100.106

Sa 2/22

Naturalist Staff 11:00am–12:30pm

51100.111

PLANT FOR THE FUTURE

Leap Day Fun

Ages 18+ Reduce, reuse, recycle. Join us at Templeton Center for an afternoon full of learning how you can improve the footprint you are leaving on Planet Earth. You will learn how to make your own biodegradable pots and go home with a new plant. Register by 4/27. $5.00 Templeton Center

Hannah Rathje

Th 4/30

1:00pm–3:00pm

76000.141

TURE Z A N O

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E KS & R

Miller Center | 301 Grove Street | Lynchburg

FREE!

Hours: Friday & Saturday Noon–4:00pm

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 29

Each of our carefully selected displays is focused on Virginia wildlife, our local watershed and much more. Check out the Discovery Drawers and find antlers, rocks, insects, and other natural treasures! View our live animals such as snakes, turtles, toads and more.

10:00 AM–11:30 AM MILLER CENTER $12.50 LR | $20.00

Bring your school group or organization to visit the Nature Zone, or a naturalist can bring the fun to you! Call for rates and scheduling.

Ages 3–5 Parents, jump at this chance to celebrate this special additional day of the year by bringing your little ones to this fun filled Leap Day Event. Join us for fun games, activities, snacks, and songs that feature one of our favorite leaping animals, the frog. Register by 2/26. #32029.101

For more information: Call | (434) 455-5828 Email | natureoutdoors@lynchburgva.gov lynchburgnaturezone NatureZoneLynchburg

GRAND OPENING

APRIL 4 | 10:00am–3:00pm

ARTISTS

APPLY BY MARCH 20

Downtown on-street and garage parking available. For more information or to apply as an artist visit our website or call (434) 455-5874. APPLICATION FEE Early Bird Discount $20 single table | $40 double table AFTER MARCH 2 $30 single table | $50 double table

Spring Break Theater Camp Ages 6–16

APRIL 13–17

9:00am–3:00pm Miller Center Dance, makeup, costume, set design and more Friday night performance and pizza party $130.00 LR | $145.00 21800.141

LY N C H BU RG PARK S AND REC RE AT IO N

C O M M U N I T Y R E C R E AT I O N C E N T E R S MILLER CENTER

301 GROVE ST • (434) 455–5858

Located in the heart of the Midtown neighborhood, Miller Center opened to the public again in 2015 after a two-year renovation process. Now one of the greenest, most energy-efficient buildings in the City of Lynchburg, Miller Center is also home to a new 186-seat theatre, beautifully renovated classrooms, commercial kitchen, and the Nature Zone Environmental Education Center. The historic building also houses the main administrative offices of Parks and Rec and is completely accessible with a new elevator, improved walkways and parking, as well as a new pedestrian crossing into historic Miller Park near the Aviary. Many recreation programs are offered at Miller Center, including arts, dance, theatre, fitness, cooking, nature and outdoor, enrichment, and more. You will find Miller Center classes and activities listed throughout this guide, but if you’re interested in monthly updates, make sure to sign up for our email newsletter at www.lynchburgparksandrec.com

TEMPLETON SENIOR CENTER

225 WIGGINGTON RD • (434) 455–4115 Templeton Center serves seniors and adults of all ages in the Lynchburg area. This location has been a gathering place in the community since 2004 and offers participants a great place to meet and have fun. Stop by Templeton for a game of bridge, canasta, mahjong, or engage in a lively discussion on current issues or American literature. Looking for something a little more active? Templeton offers Zumba, yoga, and cardio fit & tone classes, and supports the softball, bowling, and miniature golf activities at off-site locations. For those of you looking to explore your creative side, why not try crafts, watercolors, oils, or acrylic painting. Other opportunities for enrichment and lifelong learning may include health topics, language classes, driver improvement, wellness, gardening, travel, and more. Find the Templeton Center classes listed throughout this guide, or stop by the center to pick up a Templeton newsletter for a full list of activities, including special interest groups. Visit us on Facebook at facebook.com/TempletonSeniorCenter

JACKSON HEIGHTS ART STUDIO

720 WINSTON RIDGE RD • (434) 455-5874

Stained glass artists and pottery enthusiasts enjoy this art studio, equipped with multiple potter’s wheels, slab roller table, extruder, clay, and a variety of glazes for making the most intricate of pottery projects. Stained Glass artists work diligently in classes or during the open studio time with the provided grinders and light boxes using tools to make the colorful stained glass pieces. This center is easily accessible for all and has a newly lit parking area. Look for stained glass and pottery classes in the Arts section of this guide. Follow our Instagram page! Call 434-455-5874 for more information on classes and studio times. 9

AT H L E T I C S YOUTH

Ages 4–18

Instructors will focus on motor skills and hand-eye-coordination, while teaching the fundamentals of tennis including forehands, backhands, volleys, overheads and serves. More advanced orange ball and red ball players will also learn how to rally, play points, and score for the match play. Register by the Wednesday before each session. $50.00 LR | $65.00

Peaks View Park Tennis Courts

LITTLE HITTERS

Ages 4–6

This class is taught using the Quickstart Red Foam tennis balls on a 36’ court. M W 4/27–5/20

5:30pm–6:30pm

ACES

31051.101 Ages 6–8

Classes are taught using Quickstart red tennis balls on a 36’ court. M W 4/27–5/20

5:30pm–6:30pm

FUTURES

31052.101 Ages 8–10

This class is taught using the Quickstart orange tennis balls on a 60’ court. M W 4/27–5/20

6:30pm–7:30pm

MIDDLE SCHOOL

31053.101 Ages 11–14

Instructors will help players prepare for middle school tennis, junior team tennis, and USTA tournaments. The class focus will be on the development of top spin forehands, top spin and slice backhands, volleys, overheads, and flat and spin serves. Players will also learn winning strategies, point construction, and match play based on their abilities. The class is for both beginner and intermediate levels. M W 4/27–5/20

6:30pm–7:30pm

HIGH SCHOOL

31054.101 Ages 14–18

Instructors will help players prepare for high school tennis, junior team tennis, and USTA tournaments using the same instruction methods as the middle school. M W 4/27–5/20

6:30pm–7:30pm

ADULT

31055.101 Ages 18+

Learn the fundamentals of tennis, focusing on the development of forehands, backhands, volleys, overheads, serves, rallying, point play, match play, and much more. Register by the Wednesday before class begins. $50.00 LR | $65.00

Peaks View Park Tennis Courts

BEGINNER M W 4/27–5/20

6:30pm–7:30pm

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6:30pm–7:30pm

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INTERMEDIATE M W 4/27–5/20

ADULT

MAY–JULY $450.00 Team Fee | $15.00 per NR Player

SOFTBALL

IMPORTANT DATES Advisory Meeting (returning teams): W 3/4 | 6:00pm Informational Meeting (new teams): W 3/11 | 6:00pm Registration for returning teams: M–F 4/6–4/10 | 4:00PM–6:00pm Registration for new teams: M–F 4/13–4/17 | 4:00PM–6:00pm 30005.116

Girls CLINIC AGES 5–12 | MARCH 28 FREE | 1:00PM–4:00PM 31015.101

Dixie Girls

AGES 5–12 | CITY RESIDENTS ONLY MARCH–JUNE $40.00 IMPORTANT DATES PARENT Meeting: W 2/26 | 6:30pm Registration: T, TH 2/18, 20, 25, 27 | 4:00PM–6:30pm PRACTICE BEGINS: M 3/16 31013.104

Pickleball Pickleball Open Open Gym Gym ages 18+

TUESDAYs JAN. 7-MAR. 1 $20.00 LR | $25.00 c i t y a r m o r y 3 0 0 3 3 . 1 0 1

AMERICAN RED CROSS GENERAL WATER SAFETY Ages 14+ Participants will become aware of the importance of water safety training and will be provided with general information about being safe in, on, or around water. Our water safety course will prepare you for a summer where you appreciate the water, while giving you the tools to be safety conscious. If you plan to spend time this summer enjoying the lake, river, pool, or ocean this class is for you. FREE Miller Center Room 306 T 4/7 | 6:00pmâ€“7:00pm 34004.101 12

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

FIFTY-PLUS ATHLETICS

Lynchburg Parks & Recreation is proud to partner with the organizations below to offer additional youth sports athletic programming for the Lynchburg community.

SOFTBALL Ages 50+

Blue Ridge Lacrosse Club www.blueridgelax.org

Swing batter, batter. Softball has always been a great sport for fun and fellowship. The joy of getting a hit and catching a fly ball isn’t only for the young. The 50+ softball league has adapted the rules to make it a less physical sport. Bring your glove and join the fun. Meet at Peaks View Park, Field #1 twice weekly, from April through October, and get your game on. Register monthly by the first day of play.

Central Virginia United Soccer www.centralvirginiaunited.com

$10.00

Central Virginia Volleyball Association www.playhov.com

Peaks View Park Field 1 M W 4/1–4/29

Challenged Sports Exchange www.challengedsportsexchange.com Girls on the Run www.girlsontheruncenva.org Hill City Youth Football and Cheerleading www.HCYFC.com Lynchburg Little League Baseball www.lynchburglittleleague.com Lynchburg Tennis Patrons Association www.lynchburgtennis.org

ADULT DODGEBALL $100.00 Team Fee T 3/17–5/12 | 6:30pm–9:00pm IMPORTANT DATES Informational Meeting W 1/29 | 6:00pm Registration M–W 2/3–2/5 | 4:00pm–6:00pm Practice @ City Armory T 3/17 | 6:30pm–9:00pm # 30008.101 13

Ronnie Tucker 10:00am–12:00pm

77100.140

H E A LT H & F I T N E S S FITNESS

FIT AND STRONG Ages 50+ Has your osteoarthritis slowed you down? Are ready to improve your movement, strength, balance, and flexibility? If you have not been exercising, but are ready to get moving again, this is the class for you. Get Fit and Strong in this evidence-based class funded by Centra Foundation to help participants maintain an independent lifestyle. Register by 1/17. FREE Miller Center Rm 207 T Th 1/21–4/9

Certified Fit & Strong Instructors 1:30pm–3:00pm

25100.114

BLACKWATER CREEK WALKING GROUP Ages 50+

MONTHLY FITNESS CLASSES

Foster relationships and healthy habits while exploring area paved trails. Meet up at Templeton Senior Center and ride the fun bus to a different trail each day. Walks are moderate and will last about 45 minutes. Fee includes price of transportation and snacks. Register by 4/5.

Registration numbers shown are for the FIRST MONTH ONLY. Students must register for classes on a monthly basis. Visit our website or stop by the Miller Center or Templeton Center to register.

$12.00

Yoga AM | Ages 50+ | $25.00 LR | $40.00 T 1/7–4/28

8:15am–9:05am

Templeton Center 75102.110

Tu 4/7–4/28

Paula Kepel 8:30am–10:15am

75100.141

Yoga PM | Ages 18+ | $25.00 LR | $40.00 Th 1/2–4/30

6:45pm–7:45pm

Visit www.lynchburgparksandrec.com to register for additional activities, events, trips, and programs! Want to mail in a registration? No problem! Just fill out our form on the inside back cover.

75103.110

Chair Yoga | Ages 50+ | $25.00 LR | $40.00 Th 1/9–2/27

12:00pm–12:50pm

75100.115

WELLNESS

Zumba PM | Ages 18+ | $25.00 LR | $40.00 M W 1/6–4/29

5:00pm–5:45pm

75101.115

LIVING TO A HAPPY & HEALTHY 100 Ages 50+

Cardio Fit & Tone | Ages 50+ | $25.00 LR | $40.00 T Th 1/2–4/30

5:30pm–6:30pm

Is living to a healthy and happy 100 years of age a myth or a reality? More and more people are living to 100 years and beyond; however, it doesn’t just happen. We need to take care of ourselves and make positive choices that will help us to get there. Participants will learn strategies for increasing longevity and quality of life. An introduction will be given to the 3R’s of Longevity and the Wellness Model for stimulating smart steps toward health, even in the presence of age and chronic conditions. Advance registration appreciated.

75105.110

Fairview Fitness | Ages 50+ | $24.00 LR | $36.00 M W F 1/3–4/29

11:45am–12:30pm

63001.101

FREE Tai Chi | Ages 18+ | $25.00 LR | $40.00 T 1/7–4/28

4:00pm–5:10pm

Templeton Center 75203.110

T 1/14

Colby Takacs 1:00pm–2:30pm

73800.119

RECOGNIZING AND UNDERSTANDING DEMENTIA Ages 18+ Dementia is a generic term that can refer to a variety of illnesses. Symptoms and the rate of progression vary depending on genetics, age, and overall health, as well as the underlying cause of the dementia. Sarah Waddell-FNP and Melissa Ramsdell-FNP, from Centra Health, will discuss diagnosing and current treatment plans for this disease that affects 8.8% of the aging population. Register by 2/4. FREE Templeton Center Th 2/6

Sarah Waddell, FNP-BC 10:30am–11:30am

75200.126

TEDDY TALKS

LAVENDER FOR HOME AND HEALTH

Ages 18+ Join Dr. Teddy Brose in learning how to prevent, treat, and reverse diseases through diet. Dr. Brose will be available to answer questions after the presentations. Advance registration appreciated.

Ages 10+ Lavender has been used for centuries from teas and jellies to home remedies for sleeplessness and skin care. Learn the basic properties and uses of lavender from Bonnie of Evergreen Lavender Farm. Participants will make a lavender room spray or sachet during class. Register by 2/27

FREE Miller Center

$8.00 Miller Center T 3/3

Bonnie Swanson 6:00pm–7:00pm

Dr. Teddy Brose

Q&A with a Doc | T 2/11

6:00pm–8:450pm

25200.121

Cancer | W 3/18

6:00pm–7:00pm

25200.131

23200.132

SENIOR HEALTH ISSUES AND HOME HEALTH CARE Ages 18+ Dorothy was right, there’s no place like home, there’s no place like home. Centra Hospice will be on hand to discuss senior health issues and how a home health team can help during life limiting illnesses. Learn the facts and get answers to your home health questions. Register by 3/9. FREE Templeton Center T 3/10

Ben Osterkamp 10:30am–11:30am

75200.135

GENETICS | FAMILY HEALTH PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE

CAT YOGA

Ages 18+

We are our parents, we are our family. Phyllis Everett, NP-C from Huddleston Health will discuss how genetics factor into our overall health, and how family history plays a vital role in preventative medicine. Register by 4/3.

Lynchburg Parks and Recreation teams up with the Lynchburg Humane Society to offer participants the experience of doing yoga while cats roam the room. Relieve stress and get a workout all while being surrounded by fur friends looking for fur-ever homes! Register by 3/11.

FREE

$5.00

Templeton Center T 4/7

Phyllis Everett 1:30pm–2:30pm

Templeton Center

73800.146

Sa 3/14

Paul Webb 1:00pm–2:00pm

75204.130

Are you hungry for ALL things local?

Share your love of local food, products and businesses on Instagram using the #LynchburgIsForLocavores hashtag.

OPEN TUES-SAT YEAR-ROUND

** 7am-2pm**

, Farmers Market SATURDAY 7am - 2pm WED 10am - 2pm (SEASONAL)

Located in downtown Lynchburg, the Market plays a vital role in our beautiful downtown as a community gathering place and offers the very best products from our region. Stop by to see what keeps us LOCAL AND PROUD. 16

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RESTAURANT AND SHOPS

1 in 3 bites of food we eat is courtesy of insect pollination. In July 2019 Lynchburg became a certified Bee City USA. Stop by the Community Market on Saturday, April 25th to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day and see what all of the buzz is about! Support local farmers and pick up your weekly groceries, plus get educated by a wide variety of organizations concerned about pollinators. Food trucks, vendors, crafts, music, and fun activities will be available for the whole family. Donâ€™t talk about it, bee about it!

ARTS AND CRAFTS

Open five days a week inside the Market, these hometown favorites include locally owned restaurants, a bakery, coffee roaster, and shops just as unique as their beloved proprietors. Enjoy country and ethnic cuisines or sip a fresh cup of coffee and nibble on a made from scratch croissant.

Inside the market you will find the cooperative artist space where local makers showcase creations inspired by regional culture both old and new. Wander through the aisles Tuesday through Friday from 9am-2pm and Saturday from 7am-2pm and you may even be able to meet the artist or crafter or see a demonstration of their work. There is a wide selection ranging from fine jewelry to goats milk soaps, to hand-thrown pottery and reclaimed wood furniture, to local photography and paintings. Come by and visit!

FARMERS & ARTISAN FOODS

The Lynchburg Community Market proudly continues its age-old tradition as the place to go for farm-fresh produce. Every Saturday year-round and Wednesdays in season, come get the very best in fresh produce, fruit, meat, cheese, plants, baked goods, and specialty foods. Talk to our local producers and share in the food traditions of our region that have remained at the heart of our historic Market.

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infrastructure project updates LANGHORNE ROAD BRIDGE RENOVATION AND BLACKWATER CREEK TRAIL EXTENSION PROJECT The Langhorne Road Bridge Renovation and Blackwater Creek Trail Extension Project include the stabilization and renovation of the abandoned Langhorne Road railway trestle and the continuation of Blackwater Creek (Bikeway) Trail from its current ending at Langhorne Road to Linkhorne Middle School. The overall cost of the project is $2,000,000 with most funding coming from the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), via a $1,600,000 Transportation Alternatives Program grant. The City of Lynchburg appreciates the continued support of Virginia Secretary of Transportation Shannon Valentine and Commonwealth Transportation Board Representative Bert Dodson for their assistance in securing the funding for this important project. Coleman-Adams Construction, Inc. is the contractor for this project which is anticipated to be completed by November 2020. Whitman Requardt & Associates is assisting the City with design and construction management of the project.

RIVERFRONT PARK | KIWANIS CENTENNIAL PLAYGROUND PROJECT In the spring/summer of 2020, a new portion of the Downtown 2040 Master Plan will be implemented. The Kiwanis Centennial Playground will be erected adjacent to the water fountain/sprayground in Riverfront Park. The estimated cost of the playground is $150,000, the funds to be raised by the Lynchburg Kiwanis Club in conjunction with their Centennial celebration. A handicapped accessible restroom will also be constructed in the park per the Master Plan. If you are interested in contributing to the project, please contact Lynchburg Kiwanis Club: (434) 237-3364.

PEAKS VIEW PARK TO IVY CREEK PARK TRAIL CONNECTION PROJECT Lynchburg Parks and Recreation has recently secured the services of Hill Studio in Roanoke to provide a conceptual design and cost estimate for the Creekside Trail extension that connects Peaks View Park to Ivy Creek Park. This project is a portion of the plan to connect all City parks with the trail system culminating in a loop around the City. Residents will be able to participate in physical activity with this new trail infrastructure.

An accurate count by the census contributes to good policy because census data can help identify demographic trends early, giving legislators time to address future needs and craft solutions. The data also helps to keep a historical record of demographic information. The next census in 2020 will require counting an increasingly diverse and growing population of around 330 million people in more than 140 million housing units. In order to get an accurate count, the United States Census Bureau must build an accurate address list of every housing unit, maximize self-response to the census, and efficiently follow up with those who do not respond. The census aims to count the entire population of a country and the location where each person lives. The census asks questions such as current home and group living situations, how many people live or stay in each home, and the sex, age, and race of each person. The City of Lynchburg formed a Complete Count Committee comprised of community representatives to assist in the Census Bureau’s goal of counting everyone once, only once, and in the right place! The City of Lynchburg requests your help in making Census2020 a success! The decennial census is a national survey conducted every ten

For further information, visit https://2020census.gov

years by the United States Government. It is the largest mobilization

Learn about Census jobs at https://2020census.gov/en/jobs.html

operation conducted in the United States and requires years of planning

Contact Assistant City Manager, John Hughes

and research to ensure an accurate and complete count.

John.Hughes@Lynchburgva.gov

RIVERSIDE PARK HISTORIC OVERLOOK PROJECT

and where European settlers came to ferry goods across the new state of Virginia. Riverside Park was a private estate, and then the grounds of a public smallpox hospital before being reserved as open space in a growing urban neighborhood. The stonework of Riverside Park’s stone overlook and Alpine Trail are unique. The preservation and documentation of this stonework is essential for retaining the park’s structures and historic character. Many Lynchburg Farm program laborers worked on Riverside’s infrastructure. Local people and various community groups have been stewards of its trees and other plantings. It became a place where historic artifacts have been assembled, including the packet boat Marshall and the Miller Claytor house in 1936, the train exhibit in 1962 and the Fink deck truss bridge in 1985. In 1930, City Farm prisoners began work on a lookout tower above the

Riverside Park Historic Overlook Project is part of the Riverside Park

Alpine Pass. This tower was built of wood with two levels. The following

Master Plan prepared by John Milner Associates, Inc. Charlottesville,

year, work was begun on a second overlook, made from native stone from

Virginia for the Lynchburg Parks and Recreation Department in July

the park as well as lumber and curb stones recycled from elsewhere in

2009. The following information comes directly from that Riverside Park

the city. Completed in 1932, it was named the “Alpine Terrace” via a local

Master Plan.

contest.

Riverside Park is a place with a rich and complex physical and social history.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony for the renovated Riverside Park Overlook,

It is a testament to how a park can be many things to different people.

complete with the restored fountain, is tentatively scheduled for late

Its history is tied to the James River, where Native Americans once fished,

spring 2020.

LEGEND Community Centers

1. Miller Center • 301 Grove St 2. Templeton Senior Center 225 Wiggington Rd 3. Art Studio at Jackson Heights 720 Winston Ridge Rd 4. Fairview Center • 3621 Campbell Ave 5. College Hill Center • 811 Jackson St 6. Daniel’s Hill Center • 317 Norwood St 7. Diamond Hill Center • 1005 17th St 8. Yoder Center • 109 Jackson St

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SPECIAL EVENTS CALENDAR JANUARY 7

Dance Program Open House Miller Center

Boys & Girls Club Resolution Run Madison Street, 12th St, Dunbar Dr.

Bridal Expo | City Armory

FEBRUARY 1

Black History Month Celebration & Sunday Supper | Miller Center

Daddy Daughter Dance | City Armory

Couple’s Swing Dance | Miller Park Aviary

Cajun Dance Party | Miller Park Aviary

MARCH 12–13 March Madness | City Armory 13

Square Dance | Miller Park Aviary

Pro Boxing Event | City Armory

Bishops Running Event Blackwater Creek Trail

Color Run | Peaksview Park

Girls Softball Clinic | Peaskview Park

APRIL 4

Point of Honor 5K | Point of Honor Trail

Art Expo | City Armory

Academy Event | City Stadium

Clean Your Block Party Neighborhood Centers

Bee-u-tiful Lynchburg Community Market

Lynchburg Music Festival | City Stadium

Did you know that Lynchburg Parks and Recreation coordinates all of the external special events on city property? Take a look at the calendar above to see what events are happening on our trails, in our parks, and at our facilities! Looking to plan your own special event? Contact Sharon Brown, Special Events Coordinator, at (434) 455–5871, or by email at Sharon.Brown@lynchburgva.gov. More information on the special events policies can be found online at www.lynchburgparksandrec.com. Events and dates are subject to change or cancellation.

For decades, Neighborhood centers have been hubs of community activity. People and programs may have changed over the years, but our purpose remains the same– to cultivate neighborhoods which support the people who live there. Our programs address three basic needs: fostering career development, supporting the family environment, and expanding educational opportunities. Check out some of our featured programs on the next few pages. For a full schedule of programs and activities, drop-in your neighborhood center, pick up a monthly calendar, and chat with the staff.

COLLEGE HILL CENTER 811 Jackson Street (434) 485-8331 DANIEL’S HILL CENTER 317 Norwood Street Rory Lee-Washington Senior Recreation Specialist (434) 485-8337 DIAMOND HILL CENTER 1005 Seventeenth Street Micky Ferguson Senior Recreation Specialist (434) 485-8339 FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS CENTER 3621 Campbell Avenue Sue Downs-Loyd Senior Recreation Specialist (434) 485-8302 JEFFERSON PARK CENTER 405 York Street Shaunta Jefferson Senior Recreation Specialist (434) 485-8305 YODER CENTER 109 Jackson Street Therese Mayo Senior Recreation Specialist (434) 485-8301

Neighborhood Centers Senior Recreation Specialists (L to R): Front row, Therese Mayo, Sue Downs-Loyd, Jamey Love, & Micky Ferguson Back row, Shaunta Jefferson, Rory Lee-Washington

FACILITY RENEWAL PROJECTS JEFFERSON PARK CENTER REOPENS JANUARY 2020 With an expansive campus, Jefferson Park Neighborhood Center looks out onto courts, fields, a playground, and natural areas. Terraced seating overlooking the vast greenspace announces that this park has been a gathering place in the Dearington Neighborhood for decades.

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Community Events

NEIGHBORHOOD CENTERS

HOW TO SAVE A LIFE Ages 18+ Neighborhood Centers are teaming up with the Lynchburg Fire Department and Centra Trauma Services, to offer hands-only CPR classes to neighborhood residents. Each quarter, the Fire Department will travel to a different neighborhood center to teach residents how to save a life in a medical emergency–by learning how to stop bleeding and provide hands-only CPR, until EMS arrives. The interactive training sessions are offered at no cost to participants and are designed to teach how to save a life in the community, home or workplace. This session will be held at the Diamond Hill Neighborhood Center on Tuesday, 1/21 at 6:00pm. Registration #66000.301

AFTER SCHOOL YOUTH PROGRAM Ages 6–12 On weekdays after school, the neighborhood centers focus on growing children through active play, homework help, snack, and enrichment activities. The schedule follows the Lynchburg City Schools’ academic calendar. Youth ages 6 to 12 may participate in the program. Teenagers age 13-17 may participate as Teen-Leaders. Register your child at the neighborhood center of your choice FREE Diamond Hill Center M–F 9/3–5/29/2020

Micky Ferguson 3:00pm–6:00pm

Fairview Center M–F 7/17–5/28/2020 Daniel’s Hill Center M–F 8/14–5/29/2020

Sue Downs-Loyd 3:00pm–6:00pm

3:00pm–6:00pm

67005.201 Shaunta Jefferson

3:00pm–6:00pm

Yoder Center M–F 8/14–5/29/2020

63005.201

Rory Lee-Washington

Jefferson Park Center M–F 1/6–5/29/2020

66005.201

62005.201 Therese Mayo

3:00pm–6:00pm

64005.201

ARE YOU OVER 50 AND WANT TO BE MORE PHYSICALLY ACTIVE? University of Lynchburg and Lynchburg Parks and Recreation Community Centers are offering an Active Aging Program to city residents over 50 years of age that aims to health and physical fitness. Starting in mid-January 2020, residents can meet with University of Lynchburg Exercise Physiology faculty and students at select Lynchburg Community Centers for exercise and physical activity education and prescription and physical fitness tests. The program exercises are geared toward older adults and targets improvement in endurance, strength, balance and flexibility and can be completed in the privacy of your home. Please keep an eye out for more information at Lynchburg Community Center’s. For further information please contact University of Lynchburg Active Aging Program director Dr. Jeffrey Herrick at (434-544-8721).

RECREATION SHUFFLE SENIOR PROGRAM Ages 50+ Get connected, get moving. Join this social and informational activity hub, with a variety of recreational choices. Connect with other seniors through ping-pong, billiards, or cards. Participate in featured activities, such as health screenings, themed informational discussions, seasonal crafts, and a sampling of gentle movement choices.

All Ages In partnership with Lynchburg City Schools, Daniels Hill Center hosts Preschool Play Group, a positive educational experience for child/ caregiver. Bring your little one to play and participate in a peer support network for parents - all in the comfort of a neighborhood setting. Story-time, play-time, snack, outdoor play, and socialization are all part of the mix. For children, age birth to five, with their responsible adult caregiver.

FREE Daniel’s Hill Center T 1/8–5/28

Th 1/3–5/30

Daniel’s Hill Center

Fairview Center 10:00am–11:00am

M W F 1/4–5/31

67001.301

10:00am–11:00am

F 1/4–5/31

64002.302

65002.101 Micky Ferguson

11:00am–1:00pm

65002.101 Sue Downs-Loyd

9:30am–1:00pm

Yoder Center

Yoder Center T Th 1/2–5/28

11:00am–1:00pm

Diamond Hill Center

FREE

W F 1/3–5/29

Rory Lee-Washington

63002.102 Therese Mayo

11:00am–1:00pm

65002.101

y t r a P k c o l B r u o Clean Y SATURDAY | APRIL 18 10:00AMâ€“2:00PM

College Hill Center Danielâ€™s Hill Center

Diamond Hill Center Fairview Center

Jefferson Park Center Yoder Center

Keep your neighborhood beautiful. Join friends, family and neighbors to clean up litter, plant gardens and revitalize your neighborhood. Afterwards, gather with friends in your neighborhood park. Safety vests, gloves, litter getters, and bags provided by Public Works Department. Event will be held rain or shine. 26

ARTS CRAFTS KEY TO MY HEART VALENTINE BLOCK

EASTER WREATHS

Ages 18+

Express love with an easy and fun handmade wooden block design. The block will be painted with a light white-wash, centered with a large red heart. A vintage key will conveniently hang in the corner to unlock a love emergency. Register by 1/26.

Create a lovely Easter wreath to enjoy at home during Easter! Participants will create a moss wreath base and customize with fresh flowers, spring colored bows, and Easter eggs of choice. Participants are welcome to bring extra accessories from home. Register by 3/28.

$10.00

$20.00LR | $25.00

Templeton Center W 1/29

Paula Kepel 1:00pm–3:00pm

Miller Center

71100.111

Th 4/2

Ann Smith 6:00pm–8:00pm

21000.142

MAGICAL LEPRECHAUN GARDEN

COASTAL SEASHELL MONOGRAM ART

Ages 8+

Ages 18+

Embrace your inner child for St. Patrick’s Day and create a magical garden, perfect for a friendly leprechaun to reside amongst the live plants, natural elements, and figurines. Grandchildren welcome! Class fee is per project. Register by 2/24.

Bring seashell treasures from home or use shells provided to create a one of-a-kind monogram to display in your home. Register by 4/10. $15.00 Templeton Center

$15.00 Templeton Center Th 2/27

T 4/14

Paula Kepel 1:00pm–3:00pm

71100.141

71100.121

MOTHER’S DAY CARDS Ages 3–15

GOURD BIRD HOUSE Gourds are one of the best natural nesting houses for birds. Invite a bird to raise their family in your yard by creating a wonderful, whimsical bird house. All supplies will be included to create your own yard art masterpiece. Register by 3/6.

Dads, Grandmas, Grandpas, Aunts, Uncles, or family friends give the special mom in your life a break and take the kids to a specialized Mother’s Day card making class with expert card maker Yvonne Brashear! Not only will children be able to tell their mom how much she means to them with a personalized card but there will also be pizza! Adult is free with child’s registration. Register by 4/26

$10.00

Ages 18+

Templeton Center T 3/10

Ronnie Tucker 1:30pm–3:00pm

Miller Center

71100.135

Th 4/30

Yvonne Brashear 6:00pm–7:30pm

21100.141

MAY 11–15 | MILLER CENTER 9:00AM–3:00PM PERSONALIZED INSTRUCTION MATERIALS, COFFEE, AND LUNCH INCLUDED $115.00 LR | $130.00 21500.211

Saturday February 8 6:00pm–8:00pm City Armory $7.00 per person

21000.120

DANCE SOUL LINE DANCE Ages 50+ Line Dancing is a unique form of exercise because it provides the hearthealthy benefits of an aerobic exercise while also allowing people to engage in a social activity. Two left feet are welcome! Wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes. Don’t forget your water bottle. $30.00 Diamond Hill

Micky Ferguson

M 3/2–5/18

6:00pm–6:50pm

66002.102

W 1/8–3/18

11:00am–11:50am

66002.203

W 4/1–5/20

11:00am–11:50am

66002.204

AFRO–CARIBBEAN DANCE

BEGINNER LINE DANCE

Afro-Caribbean unites dance, rhythm, and live drumming creating an environment and dance community that nurtures, heals, renews, and inspires the body and spirit. Participants will engage their core and use full body isolations to stretch, firm and tone the entire body while learning authentic Afro-Caribbean dance moves over 16 weeks. Dancers are barefoot which gives participants more of a connection and unity with the earth and an uninhibited ease with which to move. Register by 1/10.

Ages 18+ Line Dancing is a unique form of exercise because it provides the hearthealthy benefits of an aerobic exercise while also allowing people to engage in a social activity. Two left feet are welcome! Register 3 days in advance. $30.00 LR | $45.00 Templeton Center

$75.00LR | $90.00

Micky Ferguson

T 1/7–2/25

12:00pm–12:50pm

71900.118

T 3/24–5/12

12:00pm–12:50pm

71900.138

Miller Center

Sheron White

Ages 4–6 | M 1/13–5/11

5:45pm–6:30pm

21900.114

Ages 7–11 | Th 1/16–5/14

6:00pm–7:00pm

21900.113

Ages 12+ | M 1/13–5/11

7:00pm–9:00pm

21900.116

BALLET AND MODERN DANCE Modern dance is an American dance form started in the early 1900’s that uses ballet steps, but is more fluid and free. Dancers are barefoot and individual expression and creativity is encouraged. Students will learn ballet steps and positions, but dance them in a modern dance style based on the technique of Merce Cunningham, an early American modern dance pioneer. Students dance barefoot and can wear footless tights/leggings and either a leotard or t-shirt. Hair should be secured so it is not a distraction while dancing. Register by 1/13.

TAP DANCE CLASSES Tap into better health with our extensive course offerings tap dance classes for youth and adults. All held at Miller Center. Visit website for specific class descriptions. Register 3 days in advance. Children’s Tap | Ages 7–11 | $75.00 LR | $90.00 M 1/13–5/11

$75.00 LR | $90.00 Miller Center

Stacey Sumpman

Ages 4–6 | M 1/15–5/13

5:00pm–5:45pm

21900.111

Ages 7–11 | Th 1/16–5/14

5:00pm–6:00pm

21900.112

4:30pm–5:30pm

21900.115

Beginner Tap AM | $30.00 LR | $45.00

SILVER SLIPPERS

T 1/7–2/11

11:00am–12:00pm

21900.119

T 2/18–3/31

11:00am–12:00pm

21900.123

T 4/7–5/5

11:00am–12:00pm

21900.142

Ages 50+ Beginner Tap Level 2 | $30.00 LR | $45.00

Participants will work at the barre to increase strength, flexibility, and balance while dancing and having fun. Students will learn ballet steps and positions, but dance them in a modern dance style based on the technique of Merce Cunningham, an early American modern dance pioneer. Students can dance barefoot or with ballet slippers and can wear tights, leggings, leotards or t-shirts. Register by 3/9.

6:00pm–7:00pm

21900.110

T 3/3–4/7

6:00pm–7:00pm

21900.131

Intermediate Tap PM | $30.00 LR | $45.00

$30.00 LR | $45.00 Miller Center Th 3/12–4/16

T 1/7–2/11

Stacy Sumpman 4:00pm–5:00pm

21900.132

Th 1/9–2/13

6:00pm–7:00pm

21900.117

Th 3/5–4/9

6:00pm–7:00pm

21900.134

COUPLE’S SWING DANCE

DANCE PROGRAM OPEN HOUSE

Ages 18+

Ages 4+ Explore all of our children’s dance classes before the school year resumes! Try out 20 minute mini classes in Tap, Afro-Caribbean, Modern, and Ballet. Children ages 4+ welcome. Parents are encouraged to participate. Pre-registration appreciated. Drop-ins welcome.

Enjoy a fun, dynamic Valentine’s date night hosted by Lynchburg Lindy Hop! Couples will learn the art of swing dance and connection with your partner through dance. Participants will enjoy a hour step by step lesson by instructors Abby and Timothy, as well as, a hour of open dance time after the lesson. Price per couple.

Free

$20.00 in advance | $25.00 at the door

Miller Center T 1/7

Kuumba Dance 5:00pm–6:00pm

21900.101

Miller Park Aviary F 2/14

Timothy Rosales 8:00pm–10:30pm

21900.126

CAJUN DANCE PARTY!

SQUARE DANCE

All Ages

Enjoy a festive evening of traditional Cajun dancing, food, and live music from Bayou Faux Pas! Dance lessons will feature a hot mix of Cajun two-step, waltzes, and more. All levels welcome! Festive attire is encouraged. New Orleans Creole style gumbo will be served throughout the night for $5 a bowl. Children under 10 are free. Register in advance or pay at the door.

Come out with family or friends for an evening of Irish tunes and simple jigs, reels and polkas. Marcia will teach and call traditional, circle, square, and whole set dances called to live music. No need to come with a partner and beginners are welcome. Refreshments provided. Children under 6 free and not required to register. Help us prepare by registering in advance.

$10.00

$7.00

Miller Park Aviary Sa 2/22

Charlie Davis & Bayou Faux Pas 7:00pm–9:00pm

21900.120

Miller Park Aviary F 3/13

Marcia & Woody McKenzie 7:00pm–9:00pm

21900.133

MUSIC LYNCHBURG LYRICS SONG WRITERS COMPETITION All Ages Lynchburg Parks & Recreation is proud to host the second song writers competition! This friendly competition is designed to nurture the musical talent of songwriters of all levels and promote local and regional talent through the art of songwriting. Established and aspiring songwriters of Lynchburg and the surrounding area are encouraged to apply. The official deadline for entries is Sunday, March 1. A performance competition for selected finalists will be held Saturday, March 28, at the Miller Center Theater. Friends, family, and community members are encouraged to come out and support the local talent. Visit website for more details. $10 Application fee (artists can enter up to 2 songs) Sa 3/28

8:00pm–11:00pm

21301.130

$5.00 for spectators

8:00pm–11:00pm

21301.131

HILL CITY UKULELE CIRCLE Ages 10+ Aloha ukulele enthusiasts and welcome to Lynchburg’s ukulele strumming circle! This group meets 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. Each session will allow everyone in the circle a chance to select and share a favorite song. All levels of ability are welcome. Register online to join the mailing list. FREE Miller Center W 1/1–4/29

7:00pm–8:30pm

21300.100

HOT KARAOKE!

SONG WRITERS OPEN MIC | LOVE SONGS

Ages 18+

All Ages

Our karaoke singers will heat you up with some old time favorites that will get your toes tapping and hands clapping. Come to listen or sign up to sing. Register in advance or drop in.

This song writer’s open mic is setting the stage for love songs and heartbreakers. Original music and creative covers are welcome. Performers can play up to two songs. Doors opens at 7:00pm, at which time performers can sign up to play. Walk-in’s may participate on a first come, first serve basis.

FREE Templeton Center

Ronnie Tucker

FREE

T 2/25

1:00pm–3:00pm

71300.125

Miller Center Theater

T 4/28

1:00pm–3:00pm

71300.145

W 2/12

Hosted by Daniel Kepel 7:00pm–9:00pm

21300.120

IRISH JIGS AND REELS

MUSIC TRIBUTE TO 70’S LOVE SONGS

Ages 18+

Ages 18+ Remember listening to your favorite love songs on 8 track or cassette? Carol Tucker will guide you on a trip down memory lane with her renditions of the songs we all fell in love to. Register by 1/27.

The fiddle is one of the most important instruments in the repertoire of Irish music. Daniel Kepel, a local violinist who hails from across the pond, will present a lively program of traditional Irish fiddle tunes sure to evoke visions of the Emerald Isle. Register by 3/23.

FREE

Templeton Center T 1/28

Carol Tucker 1:00pm–2:30pm

Templeton Center

71300.115

T 3/24

Daniel Kepel 1:30pm–2:30pm

71300.135

PAINTING

Introduction to Acrylics

FAMILY PAINT NIGHT Ages 6+ Bring the whole family to a fun celebration of St. Patrick’s Day! Families will walk away with a completed Irish themed painting to hang at home along with a fond memory of your time together. Price per canvas. Register 3 days in advance. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. $10.00 Miller Center F 3/6

Carolyn Prince 6:00pm–8:00pm

21500.131

Ages 18+ $15.00

MOTHER’S DAY PAINT NIGHT

Templeton Center

Ages 5+

Winter Log Cabin

Mothers, sons, and daughters are invited for a special paint night for the upcoming Mother’s Day holiday. Light festive snacks will be provided. Participants will walk away with a completed painting to hang at home along with a fond memory of your time together. Price per canvas. Register by 5/5.

Th 1/16

1:30pm–4:30pm

71502.110

1:30pm–4:30pm

71502.120

1:30pm–4:30pm

71502.130

1:30pm–4:30pm

71502.140

Snowy Forest Th 2/13

$10.00

Spring Flowers

Miller Center F 5/8

Betty J. Leary

Carolyn Prince 6:00pm–8:00pm

Th 3/19

21500.212

Bumble Bees Th 4/16

OIL PAINTING EXPRESS Ages 18+ Make a landscape scene come alive as local artist, Rodney Laughon, instructs participants step-by-step how to paint in oils on canvas. Students can bring their own brushes. Register 3 days in advance.

GALENTINE’S DAY WATERCOLOR AND WAX PAINT PARTY Ages 15+

$30.00 LR | $45.00 Templeton Center

The day before Valentine’s Day is the most sacred of holidays, Galentine’s Day. Get together with your gal pals and celebrate each other while doing something fun and out of the ordinary by learning the unique art of watercolor and wax! Each participant will learn how to layer upon the canvas, and how to mix and marble colors to pop against the wax. Participants will take home a canvas creation. Register by 2/10.

Rodney Laughon

T 2/18

1:30pm–4:30pm

71501.120

T 3/31

1:30pm–4:30pm

71501.130

ACRYLICS WITH LINDA Ages 18+

$20.00LR | $30.00

Students have the opportunity to paint a variety of colorful projects to add to their seasonal décor. Students can bring their own acrylics brushes. All other supplies provided. Register 3 days in advance.

Miller Center

$15.00

WATERCOLORS EXPRESS

Templeton Center

Th 2/13

Linda Duff

6:30pm–8:00pm

71500.110

$15.00 6:30pm–8:00pm

Templeton Center

71500.120

Budding Trees M 3/23

6:30pm–8:00pm

71500.130

Butterflies M 4/27

21500.121

Integrate new watercolor techniques and skills with local artist Betty Leary. Students can bring their own brushes. Register 3 days in advance.

Winter Cranberries M 2/24

6:00pm–8:00pm

Ages 18+

Moonlit Snow Scene M 1/27

Sherry Pope

6:30pm–8:00pm

71500.140

Betty J. Leary

Th 1/9

1:30pm–3:30pm

71503.110

Th 2/6

1:30pm–3:30pm

71503.120

Th 3/5

1:30pm–3:30pm

71503.130

Th 4/9

1:30pm–3:30pm

71503.140

POTTERY | HANDBUILT & WHEEL Ages 18+ Beginner and intermediate potters welcome! Beginner potters will be introduced to a studio setting and learn hand-building and wheel throwing techniques. Intermediate potters are welcome to work on their own independent projects, both hand-built and wheel. Outside clay and glazes must be approved before firing. Register by 3 days in advance.

OPEN STUDIO Ages 18+

$115.00 LR | $130.00 Jackson Heights Art Studio

Wheels, tools, slab rollers, and glaze will be available for pottery participants. Stained glass participants are welcome to use all cutters, grinders and solders. Art Studio Manager, Rachel Smith, will be on hand to answer any questions. Outside clay and glazes must be approved before use. Cost is $10 per drop in, and if pieces are left to be fired, an additional $5 will be added to the fee per pound. Stained glass participants must be currently registered in a class to participate. Dropins welcome!

Cynthia Deutsch and Trish Barlowe

T 1/14–3/3

9:00am–12:00pm

21600.114

T 1/14–3/3

6:00pm–9:00pm

21600.116

T 3/24–5/12

9:00am–12:00pm

21600.115

T 3/24–5/12

6:00pm–9:00pm

21600.117

W 1/15–3/4

6:00pm–9:00pm

21600.111

W 3/25–5/13

6:00pm–9:00pm

21600.131

$10.00 Jackson Heights Art Studio

$55.00 LR | $70.00 Sa 2/8–2/29

9:00am–12:00pm

21600.122

Rachel Smith

T 1/14–3/3

12:30pm–3:30pm

21600.118

T 3/24–5/12

12:30pm–3:30pm

21600.132

Sa 2/8–2/29

1:00pm–4:00pm

21600.125

FAMILY POTTERY NIGHT HOT COCOA MUGS Ages 5+ Enjoy a family evening out at Jackson Heights Art Studio where participants will create their very own hand built Hot Chocolate Mug! Participants will learn about clay, hand-building, and how to design a custom mug. Class will include a hot chocolate bar. Price is per child/ adult combo. Additional children may be registered on site for an additional $10 per child. Register 3 days in advance. $25.00 LR | $40.00 Jackson Heights Art Studio F 1/31

Cynthia Deutsch 6:00pm–8:00pm

21600.221

CHILDREN’S POTTERY CLASS Ages 7–13 Kids will get to experience a pottery studio, different types of clay, handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques, how to glaze, and the firing process. Each day will feature a new skill to learn. Participants will take home multiple projects over the course of the 6 week class. Register by 2/1. $75.00 LR | $90.00 Jackson Heights Art Studio T 2/4–3/10

Cynthia Deutsch 4:00pm–5:30pm

21600.214

STAINED GLASS Ages 18+ Learn to cut, grind and solder to create a colorful window hanging. Students are taught on a low student to teacher ratio, with approximately 24 hours of studio time with instruction in glass properties, cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering. Each student is encouraged to work at their own pace on their own project. Register 3 days in advance.

SCULPTURE Ages 18+ Beginner and intermediate sculptors welcome! Beginner sculptors will be introduced to a studio setting, and instructed on the basics of sculpture. Intermediate sculptors are welcome to work on their own independent projects. Register by 3/20.

$130.00 LR | $145.00 Jackson Heights Art Studio

Carter Martin

Th 1/2–2/20

6:00pm–9:00pm

21700.112

Th 2/27–4/23

6:00pm–9:00pm

21700.121

Jackson Heights Art Studio

Th 4/30–6/25

6:00pm–9:00pm

21700.141

M 3/23–4/27

$90.00LR | $105.00

Rachel Davenport 6:00pm–8:30pm

21600.135

I A LTA EVEN RS PEE CN LTSS

&&SPECIAL EVENTS R E N TA LS

Lynchburg Parks and Recreation rents out many of its facilities for all kinds of occasions and functionsâ€“birthday parties, family reunions, weddings, business meetings, community meetings, picnics, pool parties, and more. Whatever the occasion, chances are we have a facility right for you. View our rental offerings below for information on available facilities, picnic shelters, and community centers, as well as pricing information.

SPECIAL EVENTS PARKS, TRAILS, STREETS, & OTHER CITY PROPERTY

To view the full list of rental and event opportunities offered, visit us at lynchburgparksandrec.com or stop by our offices at Miller Center.

PICNIC TABLES AND SHELTERS

SPECIAL FACILITIES AVIARY, CITY ARMORY, MARKET PLAZA

ATHLETIC FACILITIES photo by lincoln barbour

COMMUNITY CENTERS

CITY STADIUM COMPLEX, PARK FIELDS

STREET BANNERS

36 PROMOTE YOUR EVENT AT 6TH ST, 12TH ST, AND MLK BLVD

VOLUNTEER SERVICES H EL P YOU R CO M M U N I T Y B U I L D B E TTE R U N I TY â€“VO LU N TEER!

Lynchburg Parks and Recreation Department is better able to serve our citizens because of volunteers. Over 1,000 volunteers served over 16,300 hours last year to build a better community. We APPRECIATE YOU and extend a BIG THANK YOU to our volunteers! Your help assisting with programs, events, community centers, Nature Zone, and maintaining parks, trails, and gardens has made a difference. We partner with Liberty University, University of Lynchburg, and Randolph College in their federally funded work study programs to provide work experiences for students. Currently, 17 work study students work in our community centers mentoring children and serving our citizens in a wide variety of programs. If you qualify for financial aid and are looking to serve the community, check with your campus Financial Aid Office to see if you are able to join our team. Learn more about our volunteer opportunities and the volunteer process online by visiting us at www.lynchburgparksandrec.com or contacting our Volunteer Coordinator. TAMARA REYNOLDS | (434) 455â€“5886 | VolunteerServices@lynchburgva.gov 37

ENRICHMENT CULINARY CUPPING

MAKE AND BAKE CAKE DECORATING

Ages 16+ Hey coffee lovers, one of the best ways to learn more about this favorite hot beverage is through an evaluation process known as cupping. Learn about where coffee comes from, the roasting process, and experience a unique coffee tasting that is educational and fun. Register by 3/22.

Ages 7–10 There’s no better way to fight off the cold weather than to warm up the oven! Kids will learn cake decorating techniques to design their own confectionery creation. Each child will take home a double layer cake that they have decorated themselves, and leave the mess behind. Register by 1/19.

$10.00 Miller Center Th 3/26

Tom Hayman 6:00pm–7:30pm

$15.00

23100.143

Miller Center Th 1/23

5:00pm–7:00pm

23100.112

SOURDOUGH BREAD Ages 18+

MAKE AND BAKE EASTER TREATS

National Sourdough Day is upon us and Great Day Gardens WoodFired Bakery is going to help you prepare! Meet at the Miller Center and travel to their farm bakery in Forest and experience how they make the delicious breads in a wood burning oven. Each participant will go home with a sourdough starter, bread recipe, and a 2lb bag of locally grown flour to help get you started. Register by 3/26.

Ages 7–10 Join us for a fun Easter celebration in the kitchen. Kids will learn to make Hot Cross Scones, a simplified take on the traditional Easter goodie, as well as another yummy treat to take home. Your child will enjoy creating in the kitchen, and we will take care of the clean-up! Register by 4/2.

$25.00 LR | $40.00 Miller Center T 3/31

Michael Grantz 9:30am–12:15pm

23100.311

$15.00 Miller Center

KIDS IN THE KITCHEN SUPER BOWL SNACKS

T 4/7

5:00pm–7:00pm

23100.142

Ages 8–12 With the big game right around the corner let the kids get in on planning the party! In this ramped up session kids will practice following a recipe and explore adding their own unique touches. Jr. Chefs will make two different snacks and a kid friendly beverage to serve at the Super Bowl Party or next family gathering. Children are encouraged to wear their favorite team’s colors. Register by 1/26. $15.00 Miller Center Th 1/30

5:00pm–7:00pm

23100.111

LUNCH WITH LYNCHBURG DAILY BREAD

KIDS IN THE KITCHEN VEGETARIAN RECIPES

Ages 18+ For 37 years, Lynchburg Daily Bread has provided a free, hot meal from their commercial kitchen in downtown Lynchburg. Beginning January 16, they will begin serving lunch every Thursday at 11:00 am at Templeton Center, free of charge, no questions asked. Drive through for a meal to go or dine in at the center. No registration is required.

Ages 8–14 Move beyond the typical burger and fries or pepperoni pizza and learn about using plant based proteins with Dr. Teddy Brose in this vegetarian cooking class. Participants will explore replacing meat with beans and tofu in different wraps that can be had for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Register by 4/5.

FREE Templeton Center Back Parking Lot

$15.00 Miller Center W 4/8

Th 1/16–4/30

Dr. Teddy Brose 5:30pm–7:30pm

23100.141

11:00am–11:30am

ENRICHMENT COFFEE CONNECTION

HYDROPONICS FOR THE FAMILY

Ages 50+

Ages 8+

Stop in for a hot cup of Joe or a spot of tea and meet new friends. Drop in anytime on Thursdays for coffee, connection, and conversation. No registration required.

The ground might not be thawed out yet but don’t let that put your families green thumb on hold. Come learn from our local extension agent about hydroponics and leave with a DIY hydroponics bucket system to get the growing season off to a great start. Register by 4/23.

$2 suggested donation Templeton Center Th 1/9–4/30

Paula Kepel 9:30am–11:00am

$10.00 per take home bucket

73200.122

Miller Center T 4/28

Kevin Camm 5:30pm–6:30pm

23800.143

NEW TO LYNCHBURG Ages 18+

SECRETS OF TREES & FORESTS REVEALED

Welcome to Lynchburg! This class is for anyone new to the Lynchburg Community or who would like to learn more about Lynchburg. Over four informative sessions, participants will learn about Lynchburg’s history, area resources, and ways to get involved in the community. The fourth session will feature a bus tour of the city. Fee includes all materials and transportation for the tour. Register by 3/1.

Ages 18+ Master Gardener Joe Pond will host a discussion inspired by the book, The Hidden Life of Trees. Pre-read of the book not necessary. Advance registration appreciated.

$10.00

FREE

Templeton Center

Paula Kepel

T 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/31

1:00pm–2:30pm

Templeton Center

73200.132

Th 3/12

GARDENING

Joe Pond 10:30am–12:00pm

73500.131

RAIN GARDEN WORKSHOP All Ages

DEER MANAGEMENT FOR THE HOME GARDENER Spring is just around the corner and your garden will be coming to life. Don’t let it become an all you can eat buffet for the deer. John Casler, from the Lynchburg Master Gardeners, will explain what you can do to keep the deer at bay and your garden intact. Register by 1/28.

Beautify your yard while collecting stormwater runoff from your roof, lawn and driveway by building a rain garden. A rain garden is a small basin of colorful native plants that add beauty to your yard. They absorb more water than lawns while providing habitat for pollinators and wildlife. Come learn how to choose the proper site for a rain garden, what plants to use, and how to maintain your plants. Participants are invited to bring garden tools and gloves, and to dress for gardening. Register by 4/28.

FREE

$5.00

Ages 18+

Templeton Center Th 1/30

John Casler 1:30pm–2:30pm

73500.115

Peaks View Park | Ardmore Entrance

Nancy Lilly

Th 4/30

51100.117

6:00pm–7:00pm

RAIN BARREL WORKSHOP Ages 16+ Collecting rainwater from your roof to use on your garden or lawn helps the environment and saves you money on your water bill! In this workshop, you’ll get hands-on experience building a rain barrel and learn how to install and maintain it. Water barrels can be purchased at the workshop for $50 each, payable the day of the class (cash/check). Register by two days prior to program.

DOCUMENTARY | THE GARDENER Ages 18+ The Gardener is a film that reflects upon the meaning of gardening and its impact on our lives. Influential gardener and plantsman Frank Cabot, recounts his personal quest for perfection at Les Quatre Vents, his twenty-acre English style garden and summer estate that was opened to a film crew. Pre-registration appreciated.

FREE Workshop | $50 to purchase rain barrel Miller Center

Free Templeton Center T 2/25

10:00am–11:30am

Nancy Lilly

Th 2/6

6:30pm–7:30pm

51100.114

Paula Kepel

Th 3/12

6:30pm–7:30pm

51100.115

73200.121

Th 4/16

6:30pm–7:30pm

51100.116

GAMES BACK TO BACKGAMMON THE ORIGINAL BOARD GAME

CANASTA | HAND, KNEE AND FOOT

Ages 18+

Hand Knee and Foot is a fairly new, Canasta style card game that is catching on all over the USA. During the 3 week class, Karen Bridgett will teach you the basic rules and strategies of play. Register by 3/10.

Ages 30+

Backgammon is the oldest recorded board game, dating back over 5000 years. John Bryant will be on hand to give pointers for the experienced player and instruction to beginners in a one day class with the goal of developing a regular backgammon program at the Templeton Center. Register by 1/25.

$15.00 Templeton Center Th 3/12–3/26

FREE Templeton Center M 1/27

Karen Bridgett 1:00pm–3:00pm

73400.135

John Bryant 1:30pm–3:00pm

73400.115

WHITE ELEPHANT BINGO Ages 50+

TRIVIAL PURSUIT Who shot JR? If you remember this question, better yet the answer, you should join us for an afternoon of this classic memory game. You will be surprised by what you remember, and what you have forgotten. Register by 2/11.

Looking for something fun to do with that unwanted Christmas gift? We’re hosting a white elephant gift exchange and bingo party featuring a traditional game of bingo played until everyone wins a present to take home. In classic white elephant gift exchange fashion, gifts can also be traded or stolen. One person’s trash is another person’s treasure to win! Gifts must be wrapped. Register by 1/10.

FREE

Ages 18+

Templeton Center Th 2/13, 3/12

Ronnie Tucker 1:30pm–3:00pm

Templeton Center

73400.125

M 1/13

PARTY TIME

Paula Kepel 1:00pm–2:00pm

73400.111

NATURE PARTY Ages 5+ Looking for a wild adventure for your child’s birthday? Why not try an Animal Safari at the Nature Zone or schedule an outdoor adventure at Ivy Creek Park with a Nature Scavenger Hunt, Orienteering, Letterboxing, or Canoeing! $200–$225

PAINT PARTY Ages 5+ Create a piece of artwork to hang on your wall with Lynchburg artist Carolyn Prince. Party includes a two hour rental of Miller Center Community room, a 60 minute paint lesson, tables and chairs, painting supplies, and a DIY cupcake bar! Twelve student class maximum. Register 4 weeks in advance. $200

POTTERY PARTY Ages 15+ Play with clay and experiment on the wheel. Party includes a three hour rental of the Jackson Height Art Studio, three hours of personalized pottery instruction, all class supplies, and light refreshments. Seven student class maximum for wheel throwing and twelve student class maximum for hand-building only. Register 4 weeks in advance. $300

Lynchburg Parks & Recreation is now offering paint and pottery parties, customized for your next birthday party, Bar Mitzvah, bachelorette party, or friend’s night out! Check out our party packages.

Visit www.lynchburgparksandrec.com or call (434) 455-5858 for more details.

LITERARY

YOUNG, LIT & FREE CREATIVE & PERFORMANCE WRITING Ages 13–18 These weekly after-school workshops serve as a creative outlet for teens interested in creative writing and spoken word. The Listening encourages students to use their own stories and experiences to create original poetry and craft their performance styles. The goal of this club is to help students create performance pieces that will build their creative development, self-confidence and self-awareness, as well as social and cultural awareness. Register by 1/26. Drop-ins welcome.

YOUNG LIT & FREE OPEN MIC Ages 13–18

The Listening also seeks to offer creative and performance writing workshops with the LIT KIT curriculum, from GET LIT-WORDS IGNITE, a non-profit organization seeking to increase teen literacy through inschool programs that fuse classic poetry with spoken word.

The Young, Lit and Free Open Mic Series are monthly free open mic sessions made just for teens. On the last Friday of each month, young artists are invited to the Miller Center to take to the stage with their best material. After weeks of working with YLF After-school Workshops, the mic will be open. Be you. Be lit. Be free! Advanced registration appreciated.

FREE

$5.00 suggested donation at door to support YLF program

Jefferson Park Teen Center T 1/28–4/28

Miller Center Theater

Hosted by The Listening

4:30pm–5:30pm

F 2/28, 3/27, 4/24

23600.110

PRESENTATIONS

Ages 18+ IRS trained AARP volunteers are on hand to help complete tax returns at no cost. Service will be available through April 15th on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring all pertinent paperwork and identification.

Ages 18+ We all have to face it sooner or later. Join us in discussing the choices that should be made before this emotional time. This is a good program to attend with your loved ones to start a necessary conversation in everyone’s life. Register by 1/14.

FREE Templeton Center M W Sa 2/1–4/15

FREE Th 1/16

6:00pm–8:00pm

AARP TAX AID

THE LAST DETAIL FUNERAL PREPLANNING

Templeton Center

Hosted by The Listening

8:30am–12:30pm

73003.120

Diane Hull 10:30am–12:00pm

MEDICARE 101

73800.116

Ages 18+

AARP PRESENTATIONS

Medicare works in strange and mysterious ways, or so it seems. Richard Lowery, from Anthem BC/BS, will present a series on making sense of the latest Medicare changes. Advance registration appreciated.

Ages 18+

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization for people age 50 and over and is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for the adult population as we age and educate and assist the public in matters of health and finance. Advance registration appreciated.

FREE Templeton Center Medicare Advantage

FREE Templeton Center

Th 1/30

Fraud Watch Network Seminar

Medicare Part D

Th 1/23

10:30am–12:00pm

Th 2/27

73800.117

Decluttering and Downsizing T 2/11

10:30am–11:30am

73800.118

10:30am–11:30am

73800.125

10:30am–11:30am

73800.135

10:30am–11:30am

73800.145

Medicare Enrollment 1:30pm–2:30pm

Th 3/26

73800.126

AARP Smart Driver Class T Th 3/17, 3/19

Richard Lowery

Medicare Supplement 9:00am–1:00pm

73200.131

Th 4/23

TECHNOLOGY

BEYOND HGTV | HOME BUYING Ages 18+ Are you a first time home buyer who has been watching HGTV? Do you feel overwhelmed or confused? Meet a local realtor, loan officer, and home inspector that will give you the low down without all the hype and get your questions answered! Advanced registration appreciated. FREE Miller Center W 3/25

Kathy Carson 5:30pm–7:00pm

23800.142

HEAR’S WHAT YOU’VE BEEN MISSING Ages 50+ Everything changes as we age, including our hearing. Timothy Bratton from Soundz Hearing of Lynchburg will be on site to talk about aging and hearing loss, testing methods, and options to improve your hearing. Register by 2/18.

SMARTPHONE BASICS FOR SENIORS Ages 50+ Build confidence with the basics of using a smartphone. Class is intended for those who are new to using smartphones, would like to learn more about their phone, or would like to learn what to do when things go wrong such as when the screen freezes, unable to find a contact and more. Register by 2/16.

FREE Templeton Center Th 2/20

Timothy Bratton 10:30am–11:30pm

75200.125

FREE

HISTORIC BUILDINGS TOUR & PRESENTATION

Miller Center T 2/18

All Ages

Engage in a historical presentation that features a tour of the building, picture slideshow reflecting the history of the building, followed by a Q&A session with Historical Educator Whitney Roberts, from the Lynchburg Museum System. Advance registration appreciated.

Fort Early 4:00pm–5:30pm

23800.131

4:00pm–5:30pm

23800.141

1:00pm–2:30pm

73900.121

Share your photos, stories, and memories on our social media pages an use #lynchburgparksandrec or you can email them to customerservice@lynchburgva.gov. Please label all photos with a name and phone number.

FREE Th 3/12

Sean Lund

Miller Elementary School Th 4/9

MARSHALL EXPEDITION FILM SCREENING All Ages 200 years ago Chief Justice John Marshall, along with a crew of boatmen, completed a river survey through Appalachia aimed at determining the feasibility of a canal that would connect Richmond with the Ohio River Valley. In tribute to Marshall’s vision and courage, a crew of lusty Lynchburg batteauxmen constructed a batteau replica and traveled 225 miles upstream on the James and Jackson Rivers, then descended 130 miles on the Greenbrier and New. View the documentary of a National Geographic expedition on the big screen in the Miller Center Theater and participate in a Q&A with the crewmen and local historians. Courtesy registration appreciated. Call to reserve a student group. FREE Miller Center Theater W 3/18

Dylan Schumacher 6:00pm–8:00pm

23800.100

PRESCHOOL

LITTLE GARDENERS Ages 2–5 Create a salad from the ground up with Lucy Hudson, our Gardener and Natural Resources specialist at Parks and Rec. Each child will go home with their own pot of lettuce and veggies that they will be able to grow, care for, and then pick to eat. Register by 3/15 . $10.00 Miller Center Th 3/19

CLASSIC SIBSHOP Ages 8–13 This will be a classic Sibshop where children meet other who can relate to having a brother or sister with special needs all while playing games and having fun. Dinner will be provided. Register by the 17th of each month. $5.00 per person Miller Center T 1/21

5:30pm–7:30pm

23001.111

F 2/21

5:30pm–7:30pm

23001.121

T 4/21

5:30pm–7:30pm

23001.141

PINCH POT POTTERY Ages 8–13 This Sibshop will meet at the Jackson Heights Art Studio where participants will get to explore a working pottery studio, see a wheel demonstration, and make their own pinch pot in addition to meeting other children who can relate to having a brother or sister with special needs. Lunch will be provided. Register by 3/17. $5.00 Jackson Heights Art Studio Sa 3/21

10:00am–2:00pm

23001.131

Lucy Hudson 9:30am–10:15am

23700.131

Donate items during the month of January to be given to those in need this winter season. Accepted items include but are not limited to hand warmers, hand sanitizer, wipes, tissues, first aid kits, thick socks, blankets, travel pillows, and hygiene products. Only new items will be accepted and can be dropped off at Templeton and Miller Centers. On January 29, help give back to the community by stopping in to assemble a few bags, or add your personal touch with a special note or homemade craft to put inside. Coffee and light refreshments provided. Templeton Center Collection dates: M–Th 1/2–1/28 | 9:00am–4:00pm Assembly: W 1/29 | 2:00pm–3:00pm | 73002.111

TRIPS SENSE & SENSIBILITY THEATER PRODUCTION Ages 18+ As appealing as it was in 1811, Sense & Sensibility is filled with romance, witty banter, and heartbreaking tenderness that captures audiences everywhere. Price of trip to the Liberty University Tower Theater includes transportation and admission. Bus departs Templeton Center front parking lot at 6:45pm. Register by 2/23. $20.00 Bus departs from Templeton Center T 2/25

6:45pm–10:00pm

Krista Habermas

CHARLOTTESVILLE SHOPPING TRIP

78000.120

Ages 18+

SANDUSKY HOUSE TOUR

Get some spring shopping in and enjoy the beautiful outdoor Charlottesville Historic Downtown Mall. Price of trip includes transportation and some road snacks. Lunch is on your own. Bus departs from the Templeton Center back parking lot at 9:00am. Register by 4/7.

Ages 18+ Sandusky served as Union Headquarters during the Battle of Lynchburg, however it has seen more than 200 years of local and national history. Price of trip includes transportation and admission. Bus departs Templeton Center back parking lot at 9:30am. Register by 3/10.

$15.00 Bus departs from Templeton Center

$5.00

F 4/10

Bus departs from Templeton Center F 3/13

9:30am–11:30am

9:00am–4:00pm

Krista Habermas 78000.140

Krista Habermas 78000.130

VISIT THE P. BUCKLEY MOSS MUSEUM Ages 18+

POINT OF HONOR HOUSE TOUR & CANDLE-MAKING WORKSHOP Enjoy a house tour of Point of Honor and a hands-on class in traditional candle-making. Participants can also visit the museum gift shop and visit the hearth kitchen. Following the program participants will stop for lunch at the Depot Grill. Lunch is not included in trip fee. Bus will depart from Templeton Center at 9:00am. Register by 3/17.

Enjoy a scenic drive through the heart of rural Virginia to Waynesboro, the home place of P. Buckley Moss, a nationally recognized artist. Participants will tour the P. Buckley Moss gallery, visit the P. Buckley Moss Barn show, and enjoy a lovely meal at the Green Leaf Grill. P. Buckley Moss will be at her studio during the Barn show signing prints of her paintings and talking to visitors. Participants are allowed to bring two previously purchased prints to have signed. Lunch is own your own; transportation and entrance to the barn show are included. Register by 4/20.

$10.00

$20.00

Ages 50+

Bus departs from Templeton Center F 3/20

9:00am–1:00pm

Bus departs from Miller Center

Whitney Roberts

F 4/24

78000.131

9:00am–4:00pm

Rachel Smith 28000.141

REGISTRATION FORM

LY N C H B U R G P A R K S & R E C R E AT I O N

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PH 434-455-5858

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RECEIPT REQUESTED

OFFICE USE ONLY RECEIPT #:

PROCESSED BY:

DATE:

YES

TOTAL DUE $

METHOD OF PAYMENT Cash (Do not send cash through the mail.)

Check (#

Money Order

)

Name and address of person paying for activities (if different than participant): Name

Street Address

City

State

Zip

REFUND POLICY • Refunds will only be considered if requested at least 10 business days prior to the start of the activity and may be subject to an administrative fee for incurred costs.

• No refunds (or partial funds) will be issued to customers who fail to attend an activity/class.

301 Grove St. Lynchburg, VA 24501

PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID Lynchburg, VA Permit No. 215