Lynchburg Parks and Recreation Summer 2016 Activity Guide

SUMMER 2016

ACTIVITY GUIDE

www.LynchburgParksAndRec.com

Contents

YOUTH TENNIS

CROSSFIT IN THE PARK

URBAN HOMESTEADING

5 Movies in the Park

Lights, camera, action! Movies in the Park returns this summer with five free screenings. Join us at Riverside Park from May through September.

8 The Commonwealth Games Lynchburg Parks and Recreation teams up with the City of Lynchburg and Liberty University to host the 2016 Commonwealth Games.

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16 Parks, Trails, and Facilities Map Looking for a new park to explore? Discover more places to play.

How to Register

20 Miller Park Pool Take a dip in Miller Park Pool and cool off from the summer heat!

Registration for classes and activities can be done in one of the following two ways. Activities with special registration guidelines will be noted in the activity description. *

24 Islands, Tunnels, Rails & Trails Our latest history piece focuses on the railroads and their impact on our City.

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

52 Staff Spotlight Learn more about two of Parks and Recreation’s superstar staff members.

61 Community Gardens Stop by your local Neighborhood Center and see what’s growing!

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ONLINE SUMMER AT THE CENTER

www.LynchburgParksAndRec.com

*Look for the “LR” = Lynchburg Resident Discount Price

60 Get Connected Main (434) 455 - 5858 Cancellation Line (434) 455 - 5860 301 Grove Street Lynchburg, VA 24501 LynchburgParksAndRec.com /lynchburgparks /lynchburgparks /lynchburgparksandrec

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Nature and Outdoors

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Aquatics

ART EXPO LYNCHBURG

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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.

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Scholarships

Volunteer

30 Rentals

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.

34 Health and Fitness 38 Lynchburg Community Market 41 Community Centers 42 Neighborhood Centers 44 Arts

Stay updated through our monthly email newsletter!

50 Lynchburg Museum System 54 Enrichment 62 Improvement Projects

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GREEK COOKING

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A Letter from Jennifer Jones

LYNCHBURG PARKS AND RECREATION & BILLY CRAFT CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM - PRESENT -

LYNCHBURG PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR Have you ever noticed that some of the most important things in life are taken for granted? We can get so distracted by day-to-day tasks or the glittering pursuit of external success that we forget about the truly important things in life; things like water, air, and trees that are necessary for our very survival.

MOVIES

This year Lynchburg Parks and Recreation (LPR) has decided it is due time to overcome the distraction matrix and get back to nature. We are talking about a true reconnection with planet Earth. We envision that this reconnection can be achieved through a recalibration of the natural human energy field synchronized by the heartbeat of the Earth. The Earth’s electromagnetic heartbeat is called Schumann resonance. The Schumann resonance of 7.83 Hz is the same frequency of the human brain’s alpha and theta waves (more about that in an upcoming blog). This may sound scientific but our plan is pretty simple. By drawing awareness to our inspired natural connection and creating this campaign replete with programs, events, and the energy that only parks and recreation can summon, we hope to manifest a healthier Lynchburg community with a renewed appreciation for our natural environment.

IN THE PARK AT RIVERSIDE PARK

We would like to invite fellow Lynchburgers to join us in a year-long celebration of our natural world and to especially lionize the trees. We are calling this campaign, “Please Do Hug the Trees.” To kick things off, we will gently attach signs on trees (don’t worry, we won’t hurt them) in our parks and trails that encourage folks to hug the trees. We are calling all tree huggers, new and old to take photos of themselves hugging trees with the attached tree insignia and send them to us through Facebook or email. I will choose the photo that best captures the spirit of the campaign to be featured in our next LPR activity guide. The goal is to have the Lynchburg collective become true tree huggers in the year 2016. We are secretly helping tree huggers to recalibrate their natural energy field too!

MAY 20

AUG 19

FINDING NEMO

FERRIS BUELLER’S DAY OFF

JUN 17

During the summer and fall season, there are three aspects to the “Please Do Hug The Trees” campaign including the signs on the trees, an invitation to join our new Mayor on a hike this fall in conjunction with the National Park Service’s Centennial Celebration 100 Hikes Campaign, and an opportunity to donate to our Natural Playgrounds Campaign operated through Friends of Lynchburg Parks and Recreation. To get a better idea of the entire campaign and the method to our madness, please read my related blog posts on our website.

THE GOONIES

JUL 15

JURASSIC PARK

Stay tuned (7.83 Hz) and by all means, “Please Do Hug the Trees”!

SEPT 16

BIG HERO 6 FAMILY CAMP-OUT NIGHT

Naturally yours,

Jennifer Jones, Director Lynchburg Parks and Recreation

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FREE!

For full details including food truck lineup visit www.LynchburgParksAndRec.com Sponsorships Available!

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Camps

Summer at the Center

Acing Your Audition Camp Ages 7 to 13

Archery Mini-Camp Ages 8 to 17 Campers will learn about this age-old sport as they practice skills and improve their form in this three-day mini-camp. Participants will be introduced to parts of the bow and arrow, different types of bows, and will learn how to safely handle and use the equipment. Tips and techniques will be shared on how to improve shooting accuracy and have fun with a variety of practice targets. All equipment provided. Register by 6/22. $30.00 LR / $45.00 Armstrong Gym

Students will explore the art of auditioning, choose and rehearse an age-appropriate monologue and song, and learn musical theatre choreography. This will be especially helpful to students who are planning to audition for Annie, the fall production for Masterworx Community Theater. Parents are invited to an informal showcase on Friday, July 22 from 12:00pm - 12:30pm, to see what your child has learned. Register by 7/13. $100.0 LR / $115.00 Miller Center Classroom 207 M - F 7/18 - 7/22

9:00am - 12:00pm

20002.231

Daniel’s Hill Center

10:00am - 12:00pm

51300.262

Costume Design Camp

Tu W Th 6/28 - 6/30

1:00pm - 3:00pm

51300.263

Ages 12 to 17

Stop Motion Animation Camp Ages 12 to 17 Bring toys to life through stop motion by combining different art skills to create a movie. In this camp students will learn the patient process of stop motion animation by developing a story board, building characters and scenery, filming, and editing. The camp will end with a debut screening for friends and family on the big screen in Miller Theater. Register by 7/28. $100.0 LR / $115.00 Miller Center Community Room 102

Celina Matthews

M - F 6/20 - 8/5

M - F 6/20 - 8/5

M - F 6/20 - 8/5

8:30am - 5:30pm

66001.201

8:30am - 5:30pm

64001.201

Modern Ballet Camp Ages 6 to 8 Tyler Williams

28009.229 9:00am - 12:00pm

67001.201

Yoder Center

$100.0 LR / $115.00

M - F 7/25 - 7/29

8:30am - 5:30pm

Diamond Hill Center

Learn the creative process of costuming for the theater. In this camp, students will focus primarily on drawing, art, and design along with some work on sewing. Students will also have the opportunity to create their drawing on a small scale. This camp will conclude with a “show and tell” for family and friends. Register by 7/20. Miller Center Classroom 304

9:00am - 12:00pm

Summer at the Center offers youth a full day of play! From traditional games and crafts to cultural arts and enrichment, there is something for everyone. Plus there’s plenty of outdoor play - weekly pool visits, days in the parks, hikes on the trail, summer sports, and more to explore. Lunch and snack are provided. Register by 6/20. $150.00 LR / $165.00

Naturalist Staff

Tu W Th 6/28 - 6/30

M - F 8/1 - 8/5

Megan House

Ages 6 to 11

21001.231

Children will explore different movement concepts, as well as ballet and modern dance techniques, during this week long summer workshop. Focus will be on awareness and control of the body, strength, and coordination, counting, and moving to music - all in an environment of enjoyment, because dancing should be fun! Register by the Friday before. $48.00 LR / $55.00 Miller Center

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GREAT OUTDOORS CAMP AGES 10 TO 15 Budding outdoorsy types will have fun, make friends, and learn to navigate the wilderness like a pro! Each day will feature new adventures such as canoeing, fishing, archery, hiking, stream studies, wilderness survival and more! Register by 6/15.

Stacy Sumpman

M - F 6/27 - 7/1

5:30pm - 6:30pm

60002.201

M - F 7/11 - 7/15

5:30pm - 6:30pm

60002.202

Explore Dance Camp Ages 9 to 12 Taught by Parks & Recreation’s most talented dance instructors, this eccentric week of dance will introduce a mash up of dance styles both classic and trending. This camp is suited for the curious beginning dancer. The week will conclude with a showcase for family and friends. Check out the class curriculum on our website. This class does not require special footwear, see receipt notes for details. Register by 7/6 $100.0 LR / $115.00

$100.0 LR / $115.00 Ivy Creek Park M - F 6/20 - 6/24

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Miller Center Classroom 207 Naturalist Staff

9:00am - 12:00pm 51300.261 Lynchburg Parks & Rec • Summer 2016

M - F 7/11 - 7/15

9:00am - 12:00pm

Shantilee Otey Kristen Cardinale 27001.231

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THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES ARE COMING TO LYNCHBURG!

The Virginia Commonwealth Games is an Olympic-style amateur sports festival for male and female athletes of all ages and skill levels. Over 9,000 athletes competed in the 2015 Games, previously held in Roanoke and Salem for 26 years. In the fall of 2015, Liberty University and the City of Lynchburg teamed up to bid on hosting the Virginia Commonwealth Games in 2016. In October of 2015, that bid was accepted. Though a vast majority of the games will be held on the award-winning fields at Liberty University, the City of Lynchburg will also host various events during the Games. Youth Fast-Pitch Softball and Adult Softball will be held on the newly renovated fields at Peaks View Park. Across town at Lynchburg City Stadium, the newly unveiled $5.5 million capital improvement project, Adult Bubble Soccer will take place. In addition, Adult Flag Football will be hosted at the Blackwater Creek Athletic Area, a $450,000 project that opened in fall of 2015. Other events hosted by the City include Adult Kickball at Miller Park, Indoor Youth Archery at Armstrong Gym, Badminton hosted at the Downtown Armory, 3-on-3 Basketball at the Miller, Fairview and Riverside Park outdoor courts, and Mountain Biking at Peaks View Park in September. Continue reading this article and learn more about our Commonwealth Games efforts at www.LynchburgParksAndRec.com/CommonwealthGames.

VOLUNTEER WITH LYNCHBURG PARKS AND REC Hosting the Virginia Commonwealth Games at Liberty University is a huge undertaking for both Lynchburg Parks and Recreation and the City of Lynchburg, and doing so will require lots of help! So, we’re reaching out to our community for support as we put our best foot forward towards executing this fantastic event. Want to help? Keep reading below to learn how you can! Looking to volunteer? We have loads of volunteer opportunities for those interested in lending a hand with our Commonwealth Games efforts. Volunteer as an individual or with a group! Want to sponsor our Commonwealth Games efforts? We have sponsorship opportunities available through Parks and Recreation. Help sponsor our athlete, friends, and families tailgate party, hospitality tents, or hydration stations located at various City venues during the Games.

TAILGATE PARTY WITH LYNCHBURG PARKS AND RECREATION Friday, July 22 | 12:00pm - 5:00pm | Liberty University Vines Center | FREE EVENT Come join Lynchburg Parks and Recreation as we kickoff the 2016 Commonwealth Games at our athlete, friends, and families Tailgate Party! Try out some of the fun with Bubble Soccer Races, and while you’re there, pick up information on activities that will be going on in the City of Lynchburg during the Commonwealth Games.

TENNIS TOURNAMENT July 23 & 24 | Liberty University Tennis Courts | USTA Sanctioned Jr & Adult Tennis Tournament Fees include $43.50 for first singles event, and $15 per player for first doubles event. The tournament includes singles & doubles for ages 8 & up, and singles, doubles , and mixed doubles for adults (NTRP 2.5 – 4.5). Includes T-shirt and medals for the winner and runnerup. For information and to register contact Michael Jacob at 434-238-7022.

KICKBALL TOURNAMENT July 23 & 24 | Miller Park – Happy Lee Field | Ages 18+ | Team Fee: $150 For information contact: Joanna Nisbet (434) 455-5884 To register: www.CommonwealthGames.org

FLAG FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT Sept 17 | Peaks View Park Fields 8 & 9 | Ages 18+ | Team Fee: $150 For information contact: Venus Hamlett (434) 455-5864 To register: www.CommonwealthGames.org

BUBBLE SOCCER TOURNAMENT Oct 1 & 2 | City Stadium | Ages 18+ | Team Fee: $200 For information contact: Venus Hamlett (434) 455-5864 . To register: www.CommonwealthGames.org .

If you or your organization can help, please contact Lynchburg Parks and Recreation’s Volunteer Coordinator, Tamara Reynolds, at (434) 455-5886 or via email at VolunteerServices@lynchburgva.gov. 8

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FOR A LIST OF EVENTS AND TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN PARTICIPATE, LOG ON TO WWW.COMMONWEALTHGAMES.ORG.

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Nature & Outdoors

nature programs

outdoor recreation

Birding for Beginners

Day Hike: Mount Pleasant

All Ages

Ages 18+

Do you wish you knew more about your little flying friends? Join us to learn the basics of bird identification; we’ll show you what to look and listen for, how to properly use binoculars, and how to get started with this great pastime! Children must sign up with an adult. Register by 5/5.

Do you love stunning views and fresh mountain air? If so, you’ll enjoy this guided, moderately difficult 5.5 mile hike in George Washington National Forest. A shuttle is provided from Miller Center to the trailhead. Register by 6/9. $5.00 See Activity Description

$5.00 Sandusky Park Sa 5/7

Naturalist Staff 10:00am - 11:30am

Sa 6/11

Naturalist Staff 9:00am - 4:00pm

51200.260

Located in Miller Center at 301 Grove Street

51100.251

Fishing Fun Various Ages

Night at the Nature Zone All Ages Come hang out after hours and see what’s going on in the Zone! Observe as the animals are served their dinner, then we’ll retire to the theater to watch a nature film. Your $2 will be donated to the Nature Zone for animal care. Children must sign up with an adult. Register by 8/2. $2.00

Th 8/4

Enjoy learning to catch the trout and catfish stocked in Clemmons Lake (or have a good fishing story about the one that got away). Learn basic knot tying, casting, and practice catch and release fishing off the pier. Gear and bait supplied. During Virginia “Free Fishing” weekend, no license is required. Register by 6/2. Ivy Creek Park

$5.00

Naturalist Staff

Fishing Fun for Adults

Miller Center

Naturalist Staff 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Sa 6/4

10:00am - 11:00am

Fishing Fun for Kids Sa 6/4

51200.261 Ages 6+

11:00am - 12:30pm

51200.262

All Ages What better way to spend National Trails Day than with a guided tree hike? We’ll walk the trail around Clemmons Lake at Ivy Creek Park and learn how to identify common native trees. Children must sign up with an adult. Register by 6/2. $5.00 Ivy Creek Park Sa 6/4

Naturalist Staff 1:00pm - 2:00pm

51100.261

Kayak Quickstart: Adult Class Ages 16+ Grab a paddle and start kayaking with this quick and easy introduction to today’s fastest-growing water sport. Learn the basics of flat-water kayaking and practice your new skills on the lake at Ivy Creek Park. Kayaks, paddles, and PFDs provided. Register by two days prior to class. $20.00

Ivy Creek Park

Naturalist Staff

W 5/25

Creek Critters

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Ages 5 to 12

Sa 6/4

Bring your kids out to discover what’s living in the water! We’ll use a net to collect aquatic insects for observation. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Register by 7/7. $5.00

8:30am - 10:30am

51200.255

51200.267

6:00pm - 8:00pm

10:30am - 12:30pm

51200.268

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10:00am - 11:30am

51100.271

8:30am - 10:30am

Touch a turtle…feed a toad…see a snake…or just take in the “wild” sights of The Nature Zone. The Nature Zone is an environmental education center that offers a world of fun and excitement for all ages! The Nature Zone is excited to be here in our new home on the first floor of the beautiful, newly-renovated historic Miller Center! We have a new look, with displays focused on our local watershed, new homes for the Nature Zone animals, plus new Discovery Drawers for visitors to explore. Bring your group to visit the Nature Zone , or a naturalist can bring the Nature Zone to you! Call for rates and scheduling.

For more information: (434) 455-5828 or natureoutdoors@lynchburgva.gov

www.LynchburgParksAndRec.com

51200.273

Naturalist Staff

facebook.com/NatureZoneLynchburg

Sa 7/30 Sa 7/9

Hours: Fridays & Saturdays Noon – 4:00 pm

51200.256

W 7/20 10:00am - 12:00pm

Peaks View Park

FREE!

Ages 16+

51100.280

Trees are Tremendous

the nature zone

51200.275

10:30am - 12:30pm

51200.276

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Beginning Archery

Intermediate Archery

Various Ages

Various Ages

Discover the timeless sport of archery with this hands-on introductory class. Participants will learn about different types of bows, beginning shooting stances, and archery ranges as well as getting plenty of time to put their new knowledge into practice. All equipment provided. Register by two days before.

Focus on improving your shot accuracy, intermediate shooting techniques and stance while shooting from longer distances. We’ll also hold a scored competition at the end! Prior archery experience is required; attending our beginner archery class within the past year is strongly recommended. All equipment is provided. Register by 8/25.

$22.00 LR / $33.00

Armstrong Gym

$22.00 LR / $33.00

Beginning Adult Archery Sa 6/18

Naturalist Staff Ages 18+

10:00am - 12:00pm

Beginning Youth Archery Sa 6/18

Ages 8 to 17

Beginning Family Archery Sa 7/16

Youth Intermediate Archery 51200.263

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Armstrong Gym

51200.264

Sa 8/27

Blackwater Bike Shop Presents: Mountain Bike Handling Basics

Naturalist Staff Ages 8 to 17

10:00am - 12:00pm

51200.286

$20.00 LR / $30.00 Adult Intermediate Archery Sa 8/27

Ages 18+

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Peaks View Park Ardmore Entrance 51200.285

51200.271

Archery Instructor Certification Course Ages 18+

Archery Open Range Ages 8+ Want to improve your archery skills? This is a chance to practice archery with targets and improve your form and accuracy. All equipment provided. Register by 7/14. $10.00 Naturalist Staff

This official training course for USA Archery and the National Field Archery Association will certify participants as a Level 1 Instructor. Participants will gain the knowledge necessary to instruct basic archery programs. Topics include range set up, steps of shooting, coaching basics, and equipment repair. Register by 5/12.

1:00pm - 3:00pm

51200.272

Enjoy the lazy days of summer canoeing down the James River. Guided 2-mile trip will be led by a James River State Park Ranger. No prior experience needed. Children must sign up with an adult. All equipment provided. Includes van transportation from Lynchburg to James River State Park. Register by noon on 7/29. $18.00

$5.00

Naturalist Staff 9:00am - 5:00pm

Tu 7/19

Davy Hazlegrove

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Naturalist Staff 9:00am - 4:00pm

51200.280

Ages 12 to 17 Kayaking is a water sport for all ages! Beginning paddlers will be able to grab a paddle and start kayaking immediately with this quick and easy introduction. Paddlers will learn the basics of flat-water kayaking and practice their new skills on the lake at Ivy Creek Park. Kayaks, paddles, and PFDs provided. Register by 7/18. $20.00 Ivy Creek Park

Naturalist Staff 12:30pm - 2:30pm

51200.274

Canoe Quickstart: Adult Class Ages 16+ Learn the basics of flat-water canoeing and practice your new skills on the lake at Ivy Creek Park. Canoes, paddles, and PFDs provided. Register by the Thursday before. $20.00 Naturalist Staff

Sa 6/4

1:00pm - 3:00pm

51200.269

Sa 7/30

1:00pm - 3:00pm

51200.278

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Kayak and Canoe Rescue Practice Ages 18+ Learn new skills and practice canoe and kayak rescues in the pool. When you go for an accidental swim, you’ll want to know these solo and assisted rescue techniques to empty the water out and re-enter your boat. Canoes, kayaks, paddles, and PFDs provided. Register by 7/25. $20.00 Miller Park Pool W 7/27

Naturalist Staff 6:00pm - 7:30pm

28009.231

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! Visit LynchburgParksAndRec.com or call (434) 455-5828 for details.

51200.252

Kayak Quickstart: Teen Class

W 7/20

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Blackwater Bike Shop Presents: Basic Bicycle Maintenance

the nature zone’s

Ages 12+

Ivy Creek Park

27102.211

In this hands-on class cyclists will ride away from with the knowledge of how to give a basic bicycle safety inspection. Other skills learned will include flat tire repair, proper chain maintenance, lubrication and repair. No tools are required. BYOB (Bring Your Own Bike) optional. Register by 7/13.

Canoe Down the River

Sa 8/6

9:00am - 11:30am

Miller Center Community Room 102

Armstrong Gym Sa 5/14

See Activity Description

Sa 7/9

Kelly Hazlegrove

Ages 15+

$75.00 Sa 7/16

This introductory mountain bike class will focus on various body positions, proper braking, and shifting. The first half of instruction will take place in a grassy field, before moving on to ride the single track trails where you can put newly learned skills into practice. Meet up location is at the Ardmore Drive entrance in Peaks View Park. This class is BYOB (bring your own bike), helmets are required. Don’t own a bike? Registered participants can get discounted bike rentals from Blackwater Bike Shop. Register by the Wednesday before.

Ages 8+

10:00am - 12:00pm

Armstrong Gym

LET’S PARTY!

Ages 12+

51200.279

Critter Corner featuring: Pete Critter Corner

Q: What type of animal are you? A: I’m an American Toad. Q: Where do toads usually live? A: We toads don’t need to live near water, so you can find us anywhere. We’ll even move in under your porch if you let us! Q: What do you like to do for fun? A: Most toads are nocturnal and are really into the night life; I prefer taking walks around the Nature Zone on a quiet weekday morning. Q: Who are you friends with at the Zone? A: I love my babe, Repeat! She’s all I need. Q: What’s your favorite food? A: I’m not too picky, but I do like to see my food wiggle before I eat it. Especially red worms! Q: What are some other interesting facts about you? A: Every couple of days I have to shed my skin and then I gobble it up! I also have to get help from my eyes when I swallow my food. My eyes bulge in the back of my throat to push my food down toLynchburg my stomach. No big deal, Parks & Rec • though. Summer 2016 13

Explore Ivy creek paarcek ke Pl 118 Clemmons La

Take time this summer to enjoy the serenity of Ivy Creek Park and Clemmons Lake! What’s there to do? Just keep reading! Explore The Cabin Visit the Cabin at Ivy Creek Park, featuring a mini-nature center that highlights our native wetland and aquatic habitats. Parents can also check out an “Explore Backpack” during their visit on weekends. Each pack contains a magnifying glass, net, bug containers, and animal ID cards.

Catfish and Trout Fishing The lake at Ivy Creek Park is now stocked with catfish and trout through the Virginia DGIF Urban Fishing Program. For additional information visit http://www.dgif.virginia.gov/fishing/.

Canoe and kayak rentals Canoes and kayaks are rented May- September, on Saturdays (10am - 5pm) and Sundays (1pm -5pm). Canoes are rented at $8/hour and kayaks are rented at $6/hour.

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Design a Custom Program

THURSDAYS

Your favorite weekly event is back! Join us in Miller Park for fabulous food and community.

11AM - 2PM

Find the weekly truck lineup at Facebook.com/FoodTruckThursdays

APRIL - OCTOBER Are you looking for an activity, class, or program suitable for groups? We offer programs designed for everyone and every occasion - from schools, organizations and Scouts, to neighborhoods, social clubs and family reunions. Our staff can customize a program to fit your needs! Use your own location, or join us at one of Lynchburg’s parks, trails, or recreation centers. We provide all materials and the experienced instructors; you provide the date, time, and group! Visit us online at www.LynchburgParksAndRec.com or call (434) 455-5858 for more information! 14

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Family Crafts

11am - 12pm Alternating Thursdays 5/26 - 8/18

Eat lunch outside and get creative because our crafts aren’t just for kids- they’re fun for all ages! On alternating Thursdays, children and adults can enjoy a wide range of crafts .

Drum Circle

11:30am - 1pm Alternating Thursdays 4/7 - 8/25

Get your rhythm on during Food Truck Thursdays. On alternating Thursdays, the YWCA will host an open drum circle. Bring a rhythm & Reca little • Summer 2016 15 instrument Lynchburg and join in or Parks simply enjoy lunch music.

LEGEND Community Centers 1. Miller Center • 301 Grove St 2. Templeton Senior Center • 225 Wiggington Rd 3. Art Studio at Jackson Hts • 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. Jefferson Park Center • 405 York St 9. Yoder Center • 109 Jackson St

Lynchburg Parks and Recreation

PARKS, TRAILS, AND FACILITIES

Parks 10. Biggers Park • 501 5th St 11. Blackwater Creek Athletic Area 515 Monticello Ave 12. College Park • 101 Breckenbridge St 13. Fort Avenue Park • 4831 Fort Ave 14. Heritage Park • 557 Leesville Rd 15. Hollins Mill Park • 521 Hollins Mill Rd 16. Ivy Creek Park • 118 Clemmons Lake Pl 17. Jefferson Park • 405 York St 18. Lynchburg Dog Park • 515 Monticello Ave 19. Miller Park • 2100 Park Ave 20. Peaks View Park • 170 Ivy Creek Ln 21. Percival’s Island Natural Area 22. Riverfront Park • 1100 Jefferson St 23. Riverside Park • 2238 Rivermont Ave 24. Sandusky Park • 5805 Rhonda Rd 25. Westover Park • 3117 Memorial Ave 26. Younger Park • 2338 Light St Facilities 27. Miller Park Pool • 2100 Park Ave 28. Riverfront Fountain • 1100 Jefferson St 29. Riverside Park Sprayground 2238 Rivermont Ave 30. The Aviary • 420 Grove St 31. Community Market • 1219 Main St 32. The Armory • 1219 Main St 33. Lynchburg Museum • 901 Court St 34. Point of Honor • 112 Cabell St 35. The Nature Zone • 301 Grove St 36. Awareness Garden • 1700 Langhorne Rd

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Trails 37. Blackwater Creek Bikeway (paved) 38. Kemper Station Trail (paved) 39. Point of Honor Trail (paved) 40. Riverwalk (paved) 41. Connector Trails (unpaved) 42. Creekside Trail (unpaved) 43. Beaver Trail (unpaved) 44. Freer Loop Trail (unpaved)

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Parts of the trail may be closed at times due to trail improvements, ongoing water quality initiatives, or adverse weather conditions.

Looking for more indepth info on our trails? Pick up one of our NEW trail maps at any Parks and Recreation facility, or at one of our many trail kiosks! Lynchburg LynchburgParks Parks&&Rec Rec •• Summer Summer2016 2016

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Aquatics swim lessons

Help your child improve their swimming while bonding with other children in our American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program. Recently revised course requirements are ageappropriate, and safety is always a top priority. Review course descriptions and choose the class that suits your needs. Classes vary in length depending on the class level and age of participants. Classes are 30 or 40 minutes for younger children; older youth generally meet 45 minutes. Classes meet Mondays – Thursdays. Fridays are make-up days. Register by the Wednesday before class.

$40.00 LR / $55.00

LESSON

AGES

CLASS

DATES

TIMES

lengths, then float for 10 seconds, then resume swimming on their backs this time for at least three body lengths.

Parent & Child

18m - 3 yrs

34018.201

7/11 - 7/21

6:30 – 7:00pm

Level 3

Pre-School 1

3 - 5 yrs

34010.201

5/31 - 6/9

4:00 – 4:30pm

3 - 5 yrs 3 - 5 yrs

34010.202 34010.203

6/20 - 6/30 7/11 - 7/21

10:50 – 11:20am 10:10 – 10:40am

3 - 5 yrs

34010.204

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4:40 – 5:10pm

3 - 5 yrs 3 - 4 yrs

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10:10 – 10:40am 6:30 – 7:00pm

4 - 5 yrs

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6/20 - 6/30

6:30 – 7:00pm

3 - 5 yrs 3 - 5 yrs

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7/11 - 7/21 7/25 - 8/4

10:50 – 11:20am 10:10 – 10:40am

3 - 5 yrs

34010.210

7/25 - 8/4

10:50 – 11:20am

5 - 8 yrs

34012.201

5/31 - 6/9

5:20 – 6:00pm

5 - 8 yrs 4 -6 yrs

34012.202 34012.203

6/20 - 6/30 7/11 - 7/21

9:20 – 10:00am 7:05 – 7:45pm

6 - 15 yrs

34012.204

6/20 - 6/30

10:35 – 11:20am

5 - 15 yrs

34012.205

7/25 - 8/4

9:15 – 10:00am

Level 2 & Pre-School 3

4 - 7 yrs

34012.206

6/20 - 6/30

7:05 – 7:45pm

4 - 7 yrs

34012.207

7/11 - 7/21

9:20 – 10:00am

Level 2 Intermediate

7 - 15 yrs

34012.208

7/11 - 7/21

10:35 – 11:20am

Level 2 Advanced

7 - 15 yrs

34012.209

6/20 - 6/30

9:40 – 10:25am

7 - 15 yrs

34012.210

7/25 - 8/4

10:35 – 11:20am

Level 3

7 - 15 yrs

34013.201

6/20 - 6/30

7:05 – 7:50pm

Adult – Beginner Overcome your fear of the water in this class intended for those 16 years and up! Learn the basic skills you need to be able to swim, to be safer around water, and to improve your health and fitness. Class sizes are limited for individual attention. Swimmers of all levels are welcome to join this class.

Pre-School 2

Level 2 Shallow Water

Parent and Child The instructor will lead parents as they help their children become comfortable in the water in this fun-filled class. Toddlers with the assistance of their loved one will be introduced to water safety concepts while they learn basic skills such as arm and leg movements and breath control. Healthy water safety habits learned will last a lifetime.

Pre-School 1 No pre-requisite skills needed. This class orients preschool age children to the aquatic environment and helps them acquire rudimentary levels of basic aquatic skills.

Pre-School 2

Level 2

Designed for younger children who can submerge their mouth and blow bubbles for three seconds, can glide on their front and back for two body lengths, and can float on both their front and back for three seconds. All skills can be done with support.

Level 3 Intermediate

7 - 15 yrs

34013.202

7/11 - 7/21

9:40 – 10:25am

Level 4

8 - 15 yrs

34014.201

7/25 - 8/4

9:40 – 10:25am

Level 2 - Shallow Water

Adults

16 and up

34017.201

5/31 - 6/9

6:10 – 6:55pm

16 and up

34017.202

7/11 - 7/21

6:30 – 7:15pm

Fundamental Aquatic Skills - class for younger Level 2 students who are more comfortable in shallower water, can fully submerge their face and float on both their front and back with assistance.

Level 2 Fundamental Aquatic Skills – for the child who can fully submerge their face and can float on their front and back with assistance.

Level 2 & Pre-School 3 Fundamental Aquatic Skills in Shallow Water – designed for Pre-School 3 students and younger Level 2 students, who can fully submerge for at least five seconds, glide on their front and back at least two body lengths, and float on both their front and back for at least 10 seconds. Participants must also be able to swim using combined arm and leg action for three body lengths (assistance can be given when taking a breath), then float for 10 seconds,

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Stroke Development – designed for the child that can fully submerge for at least 10 seconds, float unsupported on their front and back for at least 15 seconds, can tread water for at least 15 seconds, can swim at least five body lengths on their front and back, and is comfortable with deep water.

Level 3 - Intermediate Stroke Development – for the child who can fully submerge for at least 10 seconds, float unsupported on their front for at least 15 seconds and on their back for at least 30 seconds, can tread water for at least 30 seconds, can swim front crawl at least 10 yards, can do elementary backstroke at least five yards, and is comfortable with deep water.

Level 3 - Advanced Stroke Development – for the child who can fully submerge for at least 10 seconds, float unsupported on their front for at least 15 seconds and on their back for at least 45 seconds, can tread water for at least 45 seconds, can swim front crawl at least 15 yards, and can do elementary backstroke at least 10 yards and is comfortable with deep water.

Level 4 Stroke Improvement – this class is designed for the child who can swim both front crawl for 25 yards, elementary backstroke for 15 yards, and can tread water for at least one minute. This level develops the swimmers confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills.

lifeguards

ARC Lifeguard Certification Ages 15+

then resume swimming on their backs this time for at least three body lengths.

Water Safety Instructor

Level 2 - Intermediate

Ages 16+

Fundamental Aquatic Skills – designed for the child that can fully submerge for at least five seconds, glide on their front and back at least two body lengths, float on both their front and back for at least 10 seconds. Participants must also be able to swim using combined arm and leg action for three body lengths (assistance can be given when taking a breath), then float for 10 seconds, then resume swimming on their backs this time for at least three body lengths.

This newly updated 2014 course trains instructor candidates to teach courses and presentations in the Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program by developing their understanding of how to use the course materials, how to conduct training sessions, and how to evaluate participants’ progress. Successful candidates are eligible to teach Parent and Child Aquatics, Preschool Aquatics, Learn to Swim, and three adult focused courses. Candidates must be 16 or older (must pass pre-course training and swim test; current lifeguard certification strongly recommended). Register by 5/28.

Level 2 - Advanced Fundamental Aquatic Skills – for the child who can fully submerge for at least 10 seconds, float unsupported on their front and back for at least 10 seconds, glide on their front and back at least two body lengths, and can perform front and back glides without support. Participants must also be able to swim using combined arm and leg action for three body

$200.00 LR / $225.00 Miller Park Pool M - Sa 5/31 - 6/9

Train here for the best summer job you will ever have! Sign up to be lifeguard-certified through this three-day class. Participants must complete a swim test and pass a final written test and skills challenge in order to obtain certification. Certifications are valid for two years. Participants are encouraged to bring a towel, goggles, water bottle, and a change of clothes. Please visit the American Red Cross website and review the Lifeguard Training Manual prior to the start of class. Register by 5/11. $200.00 LR / $225.00

Miller Park Pool

5/13 F

4:00pm - 8:00pm

5/14 Sa

12:00pm - 6:30pm

5/15 Su

12:00pm - 5:00pm

Maggie Mace 3- Day Class 51100.251

Joanna Nisbet 3:00pm - 8:00pm

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Memorial Day Weekend Celebration Tickets $5.00/person (kids 2 and under are free)* Su 5/29

1:00pm – 5:00pm

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12:00pm - 6:00pm

Military Appreciation Day Show Military I.D. for free admission

M 7/4

12:00pm -6:00pm

Family Night Fee: $5.00/person (Kids 2 & Under FREE)*

Sa 7/9

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Fee: $5.00/person (Kids 2 & Under FREE)*

Sa 8/13

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Commonwealth Games Family Night Fee: $5.00/person (Kids 2 & Under FREE)*

F 7/22

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Wacky Water Games Fee: Regular pool entry fees apply

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Featuring: 50-Meter Pool Spiral Water Slide Low and High Diving Boards Kiddie Pool Lawn Chairs Concessions Area ADA Accessible Facilities

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Rentals Splash, slide and dive with families, coworkers and friends! Miller Park Pool is available for rentals when closed to the general public. All Rentals will be for a two-hour time slot, which allows for an hour and 45 minutes of swim time. Private rentals are available between June 15th and August 7th. Call 455-5858 for information. Up to 125 People

Rental Fee: $300

Up to 200 People

Rental Fee: $350

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Visit a Virginia Hops Farm Ages 21+ With the boom of the craft beer industry, hops farming is a budding industry in Virginia. On this trip we’ll visit Hermitage Farm & Stables, in Waynesboro, VA. In addition to hops this tour will feature a day in the life of a horse, sustainable farming practices used throughout the property, and a first-hand look at the process of making beer. The tour will close with lunch and tastings at the newly-opened brewery and a visit to the farm store. Participants must be 21 or over and will be responsible for the purchase of their own lunch beverages. Visit our website for more info. Register by the Wednesday before. Meet Up Location: Miller Center Parking Lot

Meet Up Location: Miller Center Parking Lot

$20.00 LR Sa 7/16

Get soaked at the Riverside Park Sprayground with squirting water, spitting frogs, and dumping buckets.

Floyd, Virginia has a rich cultural heritage of Appalachian music and the arts. See the best this mountain community has to offer with a Saturday trip to the local farmers market, and a visit to the downtown shops and establishments such as the Floyd Country Store: “Home of the Friday Night Jamboree.” The trip will conclude with tastings at nearby winery, Chateau Morisette. Participants must be 21 or over and will be responsible for the purchase of lunch, shopping expenses, and tastings. Register by 8/9. $20.00 LR

9:00am - 5:00pm

22001.231

Sa 8/13

9:00am - 6:00pm

22001.241

Splash and play in the dancing water spouts by the James River in downtown Lynchburg.

FREE | OPEN DAILY MAY 1 – OCTOBER 1 | 11:00AM – 7:00PM

Interested in Learning More About Lynchburg Parks and Recreation? We’re here to serve! Our staff would be happy to speak to your business, club, or organization about the many things that Lynchburg Parks and Recreation does for the community. To learn more or to schedule a presentation, contact Brittany Griffith at (434) 455 - 5888 or via email at Brittany.Griffith@lynchburgva.gov.

Now raising funds for:

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ISLANDS, TUNNELS, RAILS & TRAILS

Photo Credits: Garland Harper, the Lynchburg Museum Collection, and the N&W Historical Collection.

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The railroad used Irish and Italian immigrants and slaves as their labor force. Crews began on both sides of the ridge and joined the tunnel in the middle. Using the technique of “drill a small hole, blast with black powder, and repeat,” progress was often measured in mere inches per day.

LYNCHBURG’S FIRST RAILROAD WAS TRAINS AND THE WAR THE VIRGINIA & TENNESSEE (V&T). BY 1856,

THE LINE FROM LYNCHBURG, VA TO BRISTOL, T N WAS UP AND RUNNING. The V&T built a station where 9th Street met the James River and Kanawha Canal, today the site of Depot Grille. This station also served the Southside Railroad, which bought Percival’s Island and created a railroad yard. The depot also served as a stagecoach stop and canal landing, making it the transportation hub for the Hill City.

TUNNELING THROUGH SOLID ROCK The Virginia & Tennessee (V&T) rails ran from downtown Lynchburg west along Blackwater Creek. Near Hollins Mill, the railroad built a 508 foot-long tunnel through solid rock. 24

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The Chesapeake & Ohio (C&O) was formed in 1867 and is now CSX. When connected to railroad lines in West Virginia in 1890, the dream of linking ocean ports with the Ohio River via Lynchburg was finally a reality. Lynchburg passengers and local goods could travel across America on steel rails from coast to coast.

William “Billy” Mahone was a railroader before the Civil War and became a Confederate general. He returned to railroading after the war and by 1867, was president of the Southside Railroad. By 1870, he replaced Robert Owen as head of the V&T and took control of three railroads, merging them into

THE RAILROADS & LYNCHBURG TODAY None of the early railroaders could have foreseen how railroads would benefit Lynchburg again late in the 20th century. City planners envisioned a trail and greenway system

The V&T Engine 1890

By Doug Harvey - Director, Lynchburg Museum System

he first railroad in America was created in 1827-- early steam trains could run at the blazing speed of 18 miles per hour. Soon, communities across the nation were racing to create railroads and Lynchburg was no different.

Colonel Robert Owen was president of the V&T during the war and he and his wife, Narcissa, lived in Point of Honor, now part of the Lynchburg Museum System. By the end of the war, the V&T and other railroads were badly damaged and required months of repair. The railroads were a major factor in the city’s relatively quick economic recovery after the war.

When the Civil War broke out in 1861, Lynchburg was served by three railroads: the V&T, the Southside, and the Orange & Alexandria. The railroads and canal made the city a vital supply base and hospital center for the Confederacy. Soldiers and supplies were shipped out of Lynchburg and sick and wounded soldiers brought back to the hospitals. During World War I, railroads carried thousands of troops through Lynchburg on their way to the port of Hampton Roads for shipment to the war in Europe. Lynchburg women decided that the men on the troop trains needed some Southern hospitality and began passing out sandwiches and beverages to the troops at Union and Kemper Stations. Soon, the Red Cross Canteen Service joined in the effort and Lynchburg became well known as “Lunchburg.” During World War II, parachutes, bomb casings, boots, socks, and tents left Lynchburg factories by rail to support the war effort. Soldiers from Camp Pickett poured into Lynchburg on weekend passes by rail making the Hill City a “liberty town”.

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V&T Tunnel Today

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the Atlantic, Mississippi, and Ohio Railroad (A M &O). Mahone became president of the A M &O but financial problems forced him out as president in 1881.

and the Blackwater Creek Natural Area and trails were created in 1979. In 1983, Norfolk Southern deeded the old V&T right of way and Percival’s Island to the City.

Philadelphia bankers were the new owners and renamed it the Norfolk and Western, (N&W). As the N&W prospered, “Island Yard” on Percival’s Island was covered with side tracks and maintenance sheds that kept the trains running. From 1881 – 1982, the N&W moved passengers, freight, and huge amounts of coal to Virginia ports where it was shipped globally.

The formal name for Amtrak is the National Railroad Passenger Corporation. Founded in 1971, Amtrak is partially funded by the Federal government and it operates most of the rail passenger operations in America on tracks owned by railroad corporations. Lynchburg today has four passenger trains accessed at Kemper Street Station. Travelers can be in Washington, D.C. in less than four hours and New York City in less than eight hours.

GROWTH OF THE RAILROADS In 1887, Lynchburg investors helped create a new railroad to connect Lynchburg markets to the North Carolina tobacco crop—the Lynchburg & Durham. The former Orange & Alexandria merged with several lines and by 1894 became the Southern Railway (SR). Craddock Terry was one of the largest employers in Lynchburg from the 1880s to the 1980s and its ties to the railroads were essential. The firm sent out dozens of salesmen with samples all across the country by rail. The orders were brought back to Lynchburg; the shoes were then made and shipped to the buyers by train. Craddock Terry had over 3,000 workers and was the largest shoe maker in the South.

REMNANTS OF THE RAILS Today, there are over 20 miles of trails used by thousands of people each year for hiking, biking, and the enjoyment of nature. The V&T tunnel and Percival’s Island, the former “Island Yard”, are now assets managed by the Department of Parks & Recreation. As you enjoy Lynchburg’s phenomenal trails, you might just see an old railroad tie or bridge pier or initials carved into stone during the Civil War peek out from the trail edge. The Lynchburg Museum exhibit: A Great Change in the Situation of Man: Lynchburg’s Railroads, is on display through the end of 2016. For more information, call (434) 455-6226, visit us online at www.lynchburgmuseum.org, or visit the Lynchburg Museum System on Facebook or Twitter at Lburg/Muse.

youth athletics

Tennis is the “Sport of a Lifetime!”

P.E. for Homeschoolers - Fitness

About Michael Jacob

United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) Professional Instructor, Michael Jacob, and volunteers will instruct a series of tennis classes, camps and clinics for a variety of ages and ability levels. Please choose the class that best fits your player’s needs.

Ages 6 to 17 Parents, are you looking for an opportunity for your homeschooled children to be active and fulfill some of their physical education requirements? Have them join us for this fitness module as we engage in fun ways to keep fit. Register by Friday before class starts. $30.00 LR / $45.00 Armstrong Gym Basketball Court

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Michael comes to us with over 20 years of tennis instructional experience with players of all ages and levels and an extensive list of his own tennis accomplishments. Michael played on the Wheeling High School tennis team, finishing in the #1 singles position and as senior MVP. He also played D1 tennis for Eastern Illinois University and finished his college career as team captain in the #1 doubles and #2 singles positions. Michael was also a member of the Lynchburg 4.5 Men’s Team that competed at nationals in 2006 & 2008.

Little Hitters Tennis

Challenger Tennis

Ages 4 to 6

Ages 10 to 13 Instructors will teach your child the basics of tennis, while focusing on continued development of their forehands, backhands, volleys, overheads, and serves. Players will focus on rallying, point play, and match play. Register by the Friday before. $50.00 LR / $65.00

Ages 6-8

11:00am - 12:00pm

31051.301

Ages 9-11

12:45pm - 1:45pm

31051.302

Instructors will focus on motor skills and hand eye coordination while teaching your child the basics of tennis, including: forehands, backhands, volleys, overheads, and serves. Classes are taught on a 36’ court making it more fun for the little ones. Register by the Friday before.

Ages 12-14

2:00pm - 3:00pm

31051.303

$45.00 LR / $60.00

Ages 15-17

3:15pm - 4:15pm

31051.304

Th 9/15 - 10/6

Partner Organizations Lynchburg Parks & Recreation is proud to partner with the organizations below to offer additional athletic programming for the Lynchburg community. Visit the websites below to learn more!

Blue Ridge Lacrosse Club www.blueridgelax.org Central Virginia United www.centralvirginiaunited.com Central Virginia Volleyball Association www.playhov.com Hill City Youth Football and Cheerleading

Lynchburg Little League Baseball www.lynchburglittleleague.com Lynchburg Tennis Patrons Association www.lynchburgtennis.org

Peaks View Park Tennis Courts

Michael Jacob

Peaks View Park Tennis Courts

M W 6/13 - 7/13

5:30pm - 6:15pm

31051.201

Tu Th 6/14 - 7/14

6:30pm - 7:30pm

31054.201

M W 7/18 - 8/10

5:30pm - 6:15pm

31051.202

Tu Th 7/19 - 8/11

6:30pm - 7:30pm

31054.202

Aces Tennis

High School Prep/Comp Tennis

Ages 6 to 8

Ages 14 to 18

Instructors will focus on motor skills and hand eye coordination while teaching your child the basics of tennis, including: forehands, backhands, volleys, overheads, and serves. Classes are taught on a 36’ court making it more fun while learning the game. Register by the Friday before.

Instructors will help teens prepare for high school tennis, match play, and USTA tournaments. Register by the Friday before. $55.00 LR / $70.00

$50.00 LR / $65.00

Tu Th 6/14 - 7/14

7:30pm - 8:30pm

31055.201

Tu Th 7/19 - 8/11

7:30pm - 8:30pm

31055.202

Peaks View Park Tennis Courts

Michael Jacob

M W 6/13 - 7/13

6:30pm - 7:30pm

31052.201

M W 7/18 - 8/10

6:30pm - 7:30pm

31052.202

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Kids Free Tennis Day Ages 4 to 14

Futures Tennis Ages 8 to 10 Instructors will focus on motor skills and hand/eye coordination while teaching your child the basics of tennis, including: forehands, backhands, volleys, overheads, and serves. Players will also learn how to rally and score for match play. Classes are taught on a 60’ court making it more fun. Register by the Friday before. $50.00 LR / $65.00 Peaks View Park Tennis Courts

Michael Jacob

A day of fun and games are scheduled on the Peaks View Park Tennis Courts with Coach Michael & his staff. This is a great opportunity to try out our youth tennis programs. Coaches will introduce your child to the drills and skills covered in our lessons. Kids will even receive prizes. Register by two days before each clinic. Peaks View Park Tennis Courts

Girls on the Run www.girlsontheruncenva.org

Michael Jacob

Tu Th 6/14 - 7/14

5:30pm - 6:30pm

31053.201

Tu Th 7/19 - 8/11

5:30pm - 6:30pm

31053.202

Michael Jacob

Sa 4/16

2:00pm - 3:00pm

31058.201

Sa 5/14

2:00pm - 3:00pm

31058.202

adult athletics

fifty-plus athletics

Adult Evening Tennis Lessons

Weekend Warrior Adult Cardio Tennis Clinic Ages 16+ See how you stack up in this drills-based weekend warrior tennis challenge. Players come together to play and learn how to compete in various drill and skill-based activities meant to sharpen talents and improve weaknesses. We will focus on lots of movement so you are hitting as many balls as possible in a one hour clinic. This is the perfect opportunity to practice your signature shots and winning ways before heading into matches. Register by 6/10.

Ages 16+ Tennis is the sport of a lifetime! Instructors will teach the basics of tennis, focusing on development of forehands, backhands, volleys, overheads, serves, rallying, point play, and match play. Learn the game of tennis to prepare you for USTA adult leagues of all levels. Register by the Friday before lessons begin. $50.00 LR / $65.00 Peaks View Park Tennis Courts

Michael Jacob

M W 6/13 - 7/13

7:30pm - 8:30pm

31056.201

M W 7/18 - 8/10

7:30pm - 8:30pm

31056.202

$50.00 LR / $65.00 Peaks View Park Tennis Courts

Michael Jacob

Sa 6/18 - 7/16

9:00am - 10:00am

31057.201

Sa 7/16 - 8/13

9:00am - 10:00am

31057.202

CHALLENGED SPORTS

Fifty Plus Pickleball

Fifty Plus Softball

Ages 50+

Ages 50+

Discover the fun of Pickleball! It’s a great racquet sport, which combines the elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis and gives you the opportunity to stay fit and have fun. The speed of the ball and the size of the court make this an ideal game for the 50+ crowd. Register and pay monthly by the first day of play.

All skill levels are invited to participate in this great team sport. Coed games focused on fun, fitness and friendly competition. Register and pay monthly by the first day of play.

$10.00

$10.00

Location TBD

Marsha Berry

Peaks View Park – Field 1

Lynn Fox

Th 5/5 - 5/26

2:00pm - 4:00pm

73703.210

W F 5/4 - 5/27

10:00am - 12:00pm

73702.210

Th 6/2 - 6/30

2:00pm - 4:00pm

73703.220

W F 6/1 - 6/29

9:00am - 11:00am

73702.220

Th 7/7 - 7/28

2:00pm - 4:00pm

73703.230

W F 7/1 - 7/29

9:00am - 11:00am

73702.230

Th 8/4 - 8/25

2:00pm - 4:00pm

73703.240

W F 8/3 - 8/31

9:00am - 11:00am

73702.240

Adults Free Tennis Day Ages 16+ Take advantage of a great opportunity to check out our adult tennis programs. Coach Michael and his staff introduce you to the drills and skills covered in our lessons. Register by two days before each clinic. FREE. Peaks View Park Tennis Courts

A variety of recreational and sports activities are available for individuals with developmental disabilities and/or physical challenges in the Central Virginia region through the Challenged Sports Exchange (CSE). CSE partners include: Lynchburg Parks and Recreation Department, ARC of Central Virginia, Grace Church, and VSA Arts of Virginia.

Michael Jacob

Sa 4/16

3:00pm - 4:00pm

31059.201

FOR CALENDARS, NEWSLETTERS OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT: (434) 455-1178 | CSELEAGUE@GMAIL.COM

Sa 5/14

3:00pm - 4:00pm

31059.202

www.ChallengedSportsExchange.com

; VOLUNTEER ; WITH PARKS & RECREATION

Become a volunteer and make a difference in our community! Last year over 785 people donated over 15,002 hours with Parks & Recreation to make Lynchburg a better place to live, work, and play. Contribute your time and talents while learning a new skill, advancing your career, staying active, and meeting new people. Volunteer as an individual or be part of a team effort on a one-day project or commit to an ongoing assignment. Learn more about our volunteer opportunities online by visiting us at www.LynchburgParksAndRec.com or by contacting our Volunteer Coordinator, Tamara Reynolds, at VolunteerServices@lynchburgva.gov or (434) 455-5886.

Ages 18+ Kick it old school – play kickball at Peaks View Park! Teams include ten players and will play double headers one night per week. Sign up with a team or register as a free agent and we will help you find a team. All meetings and registrations are held at Miller Center. In person registration only. $100.00 Team Fee / + $15.00 per Non-Resident

Peaks View Park IMPORTANT DATES Informational Meeting

8/2

6:00pm

Registration

8/16 - 8/18

4:00pm - 6:30pm

Coaches’ Meeting

8/23

6:00pm

9/6 - 10/10

Evenings

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Lynchburg Parks and Recreation rents out many of its facilities for all kinds of occasions and functions - 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. To view the full list of rental and event opportunities offered, visit us at LynchburgParksAndRec.com or stop by our offices at Miller Center.

SPECIAL EVENTS

PARKS, TRAILS, STREETS, & OTHER CITY PROPERTY

LOWER BLUFFWALK PICNIC TABLES AND SHELTERS Lynchburg’s newest public space is now open for rentals! Located between Commerce and Jefferson Streets in Downtown Lynchburg, the Lower Bluffwalk is a beautifully planned public walkway providing a tree-lined pedestrian path from 9th Street to the Craddock Terry Hotel. The Bluffwalk also includes three event spaces, now available for rent through Lynchburg Parks and Recreation. This beautiful ADA compliant space can hold up to 1500 people and is the perfect place for your downtown wedding or your private catered dinner party under the stars.

SPECIAL FACILITIES

AVIARY, CITY ARMORY, MARKET PLAZA

l Find more information about this beautiful new space at www.LynchburgParksAndRec.com Interested in having your next event on the Bluffwalk? Contact Special Events Coordinator Sharon Brown at 455-5871 or sharon.brown@lynchburgva.gov to discuss the details of your proposed event. The Water Bearer statue

ATHLETIC FACILITIES

CITY STADIUM COMPLEX, PARK FIELDS

COMMUNITY CENTERS

STREET BANNERS

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

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MILLER CENTER The beautifully-renovated historic Miller Center is now open for rentals. Located next to Miller Park in Midtown Lynchburg, Miller Center serves as headquarters for the Lynchburg Parks and Recreation department, and it also includes a beautiful 189-seat theatre, commercial kitchen, and spacious classrooms now available for rent. Consider Miller Center for your next business meeting, performance, film screening, presentation, class, or conference.

Best Trail

GOLD: Blackwater Creek Natural Area BRONZE: Percival’s Island Natural Area

Best Park

GOLD: Peaks View Park

l Find more information about this beautiful new space at www.LynchburgParksAndRec.com Interested in renting space in Miller Center for your next event? Contact our Customer Service staff at 455-5858 if you have any questions.

Best Park

SILVER: Riverside Park

Best Event

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Baby-Wearing Dance Fitness

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Yoga PM

Yoga - All Levels

Ages 18+

Ages 16+

Take time to relax and experience the many physical and mental benefits of yoga in this self-paced class. Wear comfortable clothing and bring your own yoga mat. Register by the first class.

Parents of babies ages 0 - 18 months

In this dynamic and gentle class, classic yoga poses are practiced with an emphasis on alignment with options for modification. Register by the Sunday before. $24.00 LR / $36.00 Miller Center Classroom 306

Paul Webb

W 5/4 - 5/25

7:00pm - 8:00pm

27109.211

W 6/8 - 6/29

7:00pm - 8:00pm

27109.222

Fifty-Plus Yoga

Parents, welcome to a fitness class you can enjoy with your baby. In this class, parents will work out while wearing their baby. Parents must bring their own “sling” or device. Mommas can wear their babies inside or outside of their bellies. Register by the Thursday before. $24.00 LR / $36.00 Miller Center Classroom 207 Sa 5/14 - 6/4

11:00am - 12:00pm

27104.231

$24.00 LR / $36.00 Templeton Senior Center

Paul Webb

Free Video Chair Exercise

Th 5/5 - 5/26

6:45pm - 7:45pm

74204.210

Th 6/2 - 6/30

6:45pm - 7:45pm

74204.220

Th 7/7 - 7/28

6:45pm - 7:45pm

74204.230

Ages 50+

Ages 50+ Are you looking for a gentle exercise program to maintain or improve flexibility and strength? This 45-minute chair exercise video offers you the opportunity to move at your own pace and keep your body moving! No need to register, just drop in.

This self paced class combines stretching, breathing, and holding postures. Register by the first class.

FREE

$24.00 LR / $36.00

Templeton Senior Center

Templeton Senior Center

Gulshan Ari

Deborah W Ladd

M Tu Th F 5/2 - 8/30

Tu 5/3 - 5/31

8:15am - 9:05am

74203.210

Tu 6/7 - 6/28

8:15am - 9:05am

74203.220

Tu 7/5 - 7/26

8:15am - 9:05am

74203.230

Tu 8/2 - 8/30

8:15am - 9:05am

74203.240

Lynn Fox

9:30am - 10:15am

None

Fairview Fitness Ages 50+

YOGA

IN THE PARK WITH YOGA GOODNESS STUDIO

LYNCHBURG CROSSFIT PRESENTS:

CROSSFIT IN THE PARK

Saturdays 5/7 - 6/25 | 9:30am - 10:15am Ages 16+ | FREE | Riverside Park Get super fit on Saturdays, May through June, in Riverside Park. This class, hosted by the coaches at Crossfit Lynchburg, will introduce functional fitness workouts you can do in any of our city parks. Each session will start with a 10-minute warm up, followed by about 25 minutes of body weight conditioning, giving you a short, intense workout so you can enjoy the rest of your day. Please wear comfortable work out clothes, athletic footwear, and bring a water bottle. registration isParks required. Rain location will be posted online. 34 NoLynchburg & Rec • Summer 2016

Enjoy this low-impact, self-paced class with a fast, upbeat routine that helps trim and tone. Register by the first class. $24.00 LR / $36.00 Fairview Center

Jan Baker

Saturdays 5/7 - 6/25 | 8:30am - 9:15am Ages 16+ | FREE | Riverside Park

M W F 5/2 - 5/27

11:45am - 12:30pm

63003.201

M W F 6/1 - 6/29

11:45am - 12:30pm

63003.202

Start the morning with Yoga Goodness Studio. Breathe in the fresh air and enjoy the beauty of yoga outdoors at Riverside Park. Classes will be taught by studio owner Cyndi Lee and other instructors from Lynchburg’s Yoga Goodness Studio. Bring your yoga mat. In case of inclement weather, call (434) 455-5860 to check if class has been moved to the studio. This special summer session is FREE. No registration required.

M W F 7/1 - 7/29

11:45am - 12:30pm

63003.203

M W F 8/1 - 8/31

11:45am - 12:30pm

63003.204

Ballerobics Ages 16+

This twice weekly exercise class opens with a cardio workout then focuses on trimming and toning using weights, bands, mats and steps. Register and pay monthly by the first class.

Tone your body and improve your balance and flexibility in this barre fitness-style class. This after work class utilizes basic ballet technique and exercises for a total body workout. Please wear comfortable, snug fitting clothes to move in. Participants are also welcome to bring small hand weights for an extra challenge. Register by 6/4.

$24.00 LR / $36.00

$24.00 LR / $36.00

Cardio Fit & Tone Exercise Class Ages 18+

Templeton Senior Center

Mary Harris

Tu Th 5/3 - 5/31

5:30pm - 6:30pm

74209.210

Tu Th 6/2 - 6/30

5:30pm - 6:30pm

74209.220

Tu Th 7/5 - 7/28

5:30pm - 6:30pm

74209.230

Tu Th 8/2 - 8/30

5:30pm - 6:30pm

74209.240

Miller Center Rm 207

Kristen Cardinale

Tu 6/7 - 6/28

6:00pm - 7:00pm

27103.221

Tu 7/5 - 7/26

6:00pm - 7:00pm

27103.232

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Zumba at Templeton

Natural Skin Care

CPR / AED Certification

Ages 18+

Ages 16+

Ages 15+

A total workout, combining great elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of fun every time you go to class. Classes held at Templeton Senior Center. Register monthly by the first class.

Learn how to care for your skin without harming your body. In this class, each participant will receive a personalized skin analysis from licensed esthetician, Kayte Tigert. This class will also feature proper skin care techniques, unique to your skin type, with demonstrations on proper cleansing methods and home extractions. Participants will leave with a new understanding of product ingredients with new insight of natural, toxin free alternatives. Register by 5/23.

Participants learn and demonstrate their technical skills and must successfully pass the written test with a minimum score of 80 for completion. Certification earned is valid for two years. Register by 5/18.

$24.00 LR / $36.00

Zumba at Noon

Gulshan Ari

Tu Th 5/3 - 5/31

12:00pm - 12:45pm

74205.210

Tu Th 6/2 - 6/30

12:00pm - 12:45pm

74205.220

Tu Th 7/5 - 7/28

12:00pm - 12:45pm

74205.230

Tu Th 8/2 - 8/30

12:00pm - 12:45pm

74205.240

$24.00 LR / $36.00

Zumba PM

Kirstin Eubank

M W 5/2 - 5/25

5:00pm - 5:45pm

74208.210

M W 6/1 - 6/29

5:00pm - 5:45pm

74208.220

M W 7/6 - 7/27

5:00pm - 5:45pm

74208.230

M W 8/1 - 8/31

5:00pm - 5:45pm

74208.240

Have fun while getting a workout in this popular dance fitness class. Zumba combines high energy dance with important elements of fitness: cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility. Register monthly by the Friday before first class. Miller Center Classroom 207

Sa 6/4 - 6/25

10:00am - 11:00am

27105.211

Sa 8/6 - 8/27

10:00am - 11:00am

27105.243

Kirstin Eubank Sa 7/2 - 7/23

10:00am - 11:00am

27105.232

HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR

Intro to Tai Chi

Get healthy. Be active. Stay educated.

Ages 18+ Tai Chi is a graceful form of exercise with flowing movements that aid in balance, stress reduction, and promotes serenity through gentle motion. Tai Chi Master Jesse Teasley leads students through a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. Students should wear comfortable clothing and lightweight tennis shoes. Register by 6/6.

4:00pm - 9:00pm

34002.301

Th 5/26

Kayte Tigert

6:00pm - 7:30pm

28009.212

Ages 16+ More and more, studies are showing the benefits of intermittent fasting. It helps with weight loss, overall health and may help you live longer. Come learn more about this growing health trend with Douglas Farrago, MD.

Templeton Senior Center 9:00am - 10:00am

W 5/18

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dr. Douglas Farrago MD 28009.219

Facing Life’s Changes

SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 11AM - 3PM MILLER PARK

Life is filled with numerous opportunities, changes, and challenges. Our opinions, beliefs, attitudes, and values impact our responses to them. In this presentation, Gerontology professional and Director at the Beard Center on Aging, will discuss strategies for facing life’s challenges and how to improve and change our beliefs and attitudes. Register in advance or during class (advance registration helps with head count).

THURSDAY, JUNE 2 | 7PM MILLER CENTER THEATER $8 in advance, $10 at the door

The newly released documentary, “Polyfaces,” captures the sustainable and symbiotic farming practices used by Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia. This film will be followed by a Q&A discussion session hosted by local farmers and community experts. Youth under age 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Register in advance online or on-site the day of event. Registration #28009.221. Sponsored by the Lynchburg Area Food Council

FREE Miller Center Classroom 308

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Miller Center Theater Rm 205

Ages 18+

$24.00 LR / $36.00

Details at www.LynchburgParksAndRec.com

Th 6/16

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Denise Scruggs 28009.223

Aging with Spirit & Zest

Acupuncture

Ages 18+

Ages 18+ Learn more about acupuncture, a form of alternative medicine and a key component of traditional Chinese medicine. Although commonly used for pain relief, it is also used for a wide range of other conditions. Matthew Miller from East West Acupuncture shares information on this and more. FREE Templeton Senior Center 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Matthew Miller 74201.230

Mindful Meditation Ages 18+ Explore the practice of mindfulness meditation as you discover how to become more present with yourself. Paul Webb leads you on the path of relaxation and inner focus as you become more aware of your inner self. Register by 6/4. $24.00 LR / $36.00 Templeton Senior Center M 6/6 - 6/27

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Miller Center Classroom 207

FREE

wellness

M 7/11

Tu 5/24

Joanna Nisbet

Health Talk: Intermittent Fasting

Ages 16+

W 6/8 - 6/29

Miller Center Classroom 304

$10.00

Zumba Saturday

$15.00 LR / $23.00

$75.00 LR / $90.00

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6:00pm - 7:00pm

Paul Webb 74201.220

Aging, like life, is what we make it. We can mark off the days and simply get by or we can make the choices and decisions that allow us to live life on our terms. Gerontology professional and Director at the Beard Center on Aging, will teach tips for adding zest and excitement to your life. Learn more about barriers to having the life we want, tips for overcoming them, and tips for making life exciting and fun. Register in advance or during class (advance registration helps with head count). FREE Miller Center Classroom 308 Th 6/23

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Denise Scruggs 28009.224

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lynchburg community market

your market at a glance

The Lynchburg Community Market is constantly growing and improving to serve the community. Here’s a glimpse of just some of the improvements that have been made in the last five years.

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130% increase in Heritage Crafters Gallery revenue from 2010 - 2015

Increase in average vendor attendance at in-season Green Market Wednesdays

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$48,675 in SNAP tokens redeemed for fresh local food

12 artists Included in the Artists’ Alley created in 2013

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increase in Heritage Crafters Gallery vendors

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Including Music at the Market, Science Saturdays, Cooking Demonstrations, Wellness Classes and More!

This grant-funded local food campaign increased local food sales by 19% in 2015, provided weekly food demonstrations, and raised awareness about eating local.

for locavores

$109,085 in additional funding

secured through grants

downtown

support The Market acts as an anchor point for GetDowntown! and the Diva Crawl

Lynchburg Parks and Recreation

Community Recreation Centers Miller Center 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.

CITY COUNCIL SPOTLIGHT:

TRENEY TWEEDY We sat down with Treney Tweedy, City Councilwoman at-large, to find out what she thinks about parks, recreation, and our city. Q. What is one of your favorite childhood memories involving recreation? A. I would go visit cousins and relatives over on Winston Ridge Road. At that time, Fairview Heights Community Center was there (now The Art Studio), and we would go and hang out on the basketball court. The rec center leader would pull out games for us and we all knew her. It was just a great place to be in the summer and in the afternoons during school. You knew folks would be there (after doing homework). It was just a place to be where you knew everyone, and they knew you. The center leader made sure everyone was comfortable, and you just had a place to hang out. Q. What are your favorite parks or trails in the city? A. When I was young, it was Riverside Park, which used to be a drive-through park. I have many childhood memories 40

of walking up to the park and just hanging out with friends on the swings. They used to have annual events and concerts there, and we would walk from home to go to them. My neighbor and I would play tennis in the courts in the evenings. Plus, my elementary school was right there, so this was my first park, my earliest memories. Later, I visited Peaks View Park a lot for my kids – for rec league sports practice, to walk the trails, or to picnic at the shelters. Those are probably my two favorites. Q. Why do you think Parks and Recreation is essential to a community? A. I think it is great for people to get outdoors and have a lot of activity. Lynchburg Parks and Recreation has such a wide range of activities – hiking, trails, biking, recreation - all of this adds to the quality of life in our city. Not only for those who live here, but also those who move from larger cities. To have these types of opportunities here in Lynchburg is fantastic. It is important as council members and as community leaders to support that, to upgrade

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301 GROVE ST (434) 455 -5858

Many recreation programs are offered at Miller Center, including arts, dance, theatre, fitness, cooking, naturalist, enrichment, and more. You will find Miller Center classes and activities listed throughout this guide, but make sure to sign up for our email newsletter at www.LynchburgParksAndRec.com to get monthly updates on all the happenings! where we can, and to improve facilities where we can, because everyone should be able to enjoy our parks and recreation amenities.

Templeton Senior Center

Also, many people are choosing not to live in single-family homes anymore – choosing apartments, condos, lofts, etc. So with that, if they don’t have all the amenities built into their home and property, it is great to be able to hit the trail, walk to the parks, and go to the public pool.

Templeton Senior 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, Pickleball, and Putt Putt activities at off-site locations. For those of you looking to explore your creative side, why not try beading, watercolors, botanicals, oils or acrylic painting. Other opportunities for enrichment and lifelong learning may include health topics, language classes, driver improvement, wellness, gardening, travel and more.

The centers are also very important, and really have a strong sense of community. Everyone in the neighborhoods knows the children that are playing on the playground, and can look out for one another. All of this adds to having a great city, to people feeling like their tax dollars are being spent in a way that benefits everyone. We hope they take part in the things that are being offered. In recent years, Parks and Rec has expanded so much with a wide range of activities for everyone from young kids to seniors. We have something that we can offer to everyone, and it is affordable.

225 WIGGINGTON RD (434) 455 - 4115

Find the Templeton Senior 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. We hope to see you soon!

The Art Studio at Jackson Heights

720 WINSTON RIDGE RD (434) 455 - 4001

Stained glass artists and pottery enthusiasts enjoy this quaint 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. Stop by or call during studio hours: Tuesday, 9am-12pm, Wednesday, 6pm-9pm, and Thursday, 6pm-8pm. Lynchburg Parks & Rec • Summer 2016

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COLLEGE HILL CENTER 811 Jackson Street

(434) 847 - 1418

Situated in the heart of the City, College Hill Center is compact, energetic, and serves as a recreation hub for busy people on the move. Catch a spirited game of basketball on the court, or a two-hand touch football match on the front lawn. Featured Programs: After-School, Teen Night, Senior Recreation Shuffle.

DANIEL’S HILL CENTER 317 Norwood Street

Lynchburg Parks and Recreation

Neighborhood Centers

(434) 847 - 1396

Conveniently located off Rivermont Avenue in the Historic Daniel’s Hill Neighborhood, the Center is just steps away from the Point of Honor Museum and the Blackwater Creek Trail. Featured Programs: After-School, Preschool Play Group, School’s Out, Senior Recreation Shuffle.

DIAMOND HILL CENTER 1005 Seventeenth Street

(434) 847 - 1409

Built on the site of the former Marce T. Jones Elementary School, this location has long-held significance to the community. The grounds were recently renovated, and today this familiar center is abuzz with activities for friends and neighbors of all ages. Featured Programs: Preschool Play Group, After-School, Teen Night, Senior Recreation Shuffle, Soul Slide-Dancing Classes.

FAIRVIEW CENTER 3621 Campbell Avenue

(434) 847 - 1751

This active center is conveniently located off Campbell Avenue, a busy Lynchburg corridor, and features a large campus - with classrooms, ceramics studio, tennis/pickleball, and basketball courts, field space, a playlot, and picnic grounds. Featured Programs: After-School, and Expanded Senior Schedule.

Featured Programs AT THE NEIGHBORHOOD CENTERS

After-School Program Ages 6 to 17 On weekdays after school, the neighborhood centers focus on growing children through active play, homework help, snacks, 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.

Neighborhood Centers

OPEN HOUSE

8/15 - 6/8 College Hill Center

3:00pm-6:00pm

65005.201

Daniel’s Hill Center

3:00pm-6:00pm

67005.201

Diamond Hill Center

3:00pm-6:00pm

66005.201

Fairview Center

3:00pm-6:00pm

63005.201

Yoder Park Center

3:00pm-6:00pm

64005.201

109 Jackson Street

(434) 847 - 1645

This vibrant and engaged center offers programs for youth, adults, and families. Located near the Fifth Street Business District, and close to the Blackwater Creek Trail, there’s always adventure in store at this recently renovated center. Featured Programs: After-School, Teen Night, Senior Recreation Shuffle.

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Mon - Fri 8/8 - 8/12

Birth to age 5 with adult caregiver This summer, College Hill Center hosts Preschool Play Group, a positive educational experience for child/caregiver. Bring your little one out 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. College Hill Center W 6/22 - 8/3

10:00am - 11:30am

65002.201

3pm - 6pm Connect with neighbors while exploring what’s happening in and around your neighborhood.

Drop a pin on the neighborhood map and share your vision for the neighborhood.

Find Your Local Neighborhood Center

Ages 50+

YODER CENTER

Come by your neighborhood center for coffee and casual conversation.

Preschool Play Group

Senior Recreation Shuffle Stop by your Neighborhood Center to pick up a full calendar of activities

What’s Happening In Your Neighborhood?

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, popular Ten and Counting themed informational discussions, seasonal crafts, and a sampling of gentle movement choices.

College Hill Center

811 Jackson St.

Daniel’s Hill Center

317 Norwood St.

Diamond Hill Center

1005 Seventeeth St.

Fairview Center

3621 Campbell Ave.

6/20 - 8/12

Yoder Center

109 Jackson St.

Fairview Center

9:30am - 1:00pm

Mon, Wed, Fri

College Hill Center

11:00am-1:00pm

Tu, Thu

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Intermediate Tap Ages 18+ Tap into better health as you polish up the knowledge of basic tap steps and add more tap combinations. This fast-paced class is for tappers with 2+ years of experience. Register by 6/19.

Ballet Basics for Beginners Ages 18+ Discover the benefits of ballet as you learn basics steps, position, and posture. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing to move in and soft-soled shoes, preferably ballet slippers. Register by 4/30.

$42.00 LR / $57.00 Miller Center Classroom 207 Tu 6/21 - 8/2

Shantilee Otey

1:00pm - 2:00pm

27002.232

$24.00 LR / $36.00 Templeton Senior Center M 5/2 - 5/23

Megan House 6:00pm - 7:00pm

74102.210

Ages 18+ This class reviews the fundamental clogging steps and then uses them to build routines. By the end of class, students will know the sequence to at least one simple routine. Clogging shoes are not required; any smooth-sole, closed-toe shoe will do. Register by the Friday before. $23.00 LR / $35.00

M 5/2 - 5/23

5 30pm - 6:15pm

Kathy Pickard 27004.111

Ages 18+ This class is a continuation of Beginner 1 Clog. By the end of class, students will have fine-tuned the routine learned in Beginner 1 and will begin learning the sequence to another popular routine. Clogging shoes are not required; any smoothsole, closed-toe shoe will do. Register by the Friday before. $23.00 LR / $35.00

Mom, you won’t have to find a babysitter to take this class! This creative interaction between mother and child gives mothers the opportunity to stretch and tone while their little ones learn basic ballet stretches and movement. Dress in comfortable clothes to move in; bare feet are welcome! Register by 5/30. Miller Center Rm 207

Kristen Cardinale

Th 6/2 - 6/23

10:00am -10:45am

27009.221

Th 8/11 - 9/1

10:00am -10:45am

27009.232

5:30pm - 6:15pm

22002.221

music YWCA Presents: Drumming for Community Get your rhythm on during Food Truck Thursdays in Miller Park. On alternating Thursdays April 7- August 25, the YWCA will host an open drum circle in the park. Bring a rhythm instrument and join in or simply enjoy a little lunch music. FREE Miller Park

27004.221

Ages 18+ Get your heart rate up and feet moving. This slow-paced class is for tappers with at least one year of experience. Dancers will learn choreography and will master new steps to a combination of traditional and contemporary tap routines. 6/19. $42.00 LR / $57.00 Miller Center Classroom 207

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2:00pm - 3:00pm

Shantilee Otey 27002.231

11:30am - 1:00pm

Old Time Jam

Summer Concert Series

june 11 Smokey wilson

Country gospel singer, Smokey Wilson, returns to Templeton Senior Center to share a beautiful selection of inspirational country gospel music.

july 9 Greg kirby Enjoy the beautiful voice of Greg Kirby as he performs a variety of popular music from the 1950’s.

Aug 13 the lynch The Lynch Mountain Ramblers share toe-tapping, finger-snapping, handclapping bluegrass favorites. Music lovers will enjoy a variety of music on the banjo, fiddle, bass and guitar.

FREE

Sa 6/18

FREE! 7pm - 8:30pm

mountain ramblers

Calling all old timers: It’s time to take down that fiddle, rosin up your bow and pick that ol’ banjo fast or slow. Bass fiddles, guitars, mandolins and other traditional instruments are invited to an afternoon of pickin’ old time tunes and songs in the park. All skill levels are welcome. Rain location is in the Miller Center Community Room. Miller Park Large Picnic Shelter

Calling all music lovers: venture out to Templeton Senior Center the second Saturday each month to enjoy great music and wonderful company at our concert series.

YWCA

Kathy Pickard

Advanced Beginner Tap

Tu 6/21 - 8/2

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All Ages

Ages 2 to 3 with Parent

$23.00 LR / $35.00

F 6/24

Marcia & Woody McKenzie

Every other Thursday 4/7 - 8/25

Miller Center Classroom 207

Mommy & Me Ballet

$5.00 in advance, $8.00 at the door Armstrong Gym

All Ages

Beginner 2 Clog

M 6/6 - 6/27

All Ages Come out with family or friends for an evening of simple, fun, circle, square and whole set dances, called to live music. No need to come with a partner. Beginners are welcome. Children under 6 free. Register in advance or at the door.

Beginner 1 Clog

Miller Center Classroom 207

Square Dance

SumMER + Concert Series

Marcia & Woody McKenzie 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Templeton Senior Center

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Digital Photography Ages 18+ This popular class will focus on taking black and white and colored photographs using still life and outside landscape. Bring your digital camera and learn helpful tips that will enhance the quality of your photos. Register by the Tuesday before.

July

You know the saying, “Christmas will be here before you know it”, so why not get a jump start on your crafting and gift ideas? Register two days in advance. $10.00

Templeton Senior Center

Lynn Fox

$32.00 LR / $47.00 Miller Center Classroom 308 Th 6/9 - 6/30

Michelline N. Hall

5:30pm - 7:00pm

23004.220

Taking Better Pictures Workshop

Picket Fence Snowman Transform a simple piece of fencing into a holiday decoration you can use year after year. All materials supplied. Tu 7/12

4:00pm - 5:00pm

73001.230

Paint Brush Santas

Ages 18+ Professional photographer, Jack Radgowski, teaches this four-week course for beginner and seasoned photographers. Participants will learn about the elements of lighting, composition, the difference between a snapshot and a photograph. Participants will also take their own gorgeous pictures. Jack’s work has been featured in National Geographic, on the cover of Time Magazine, and in major newspapers across the country. Register by 5/6. $10.00 Templeton Senior Center Tu 5/10 - 5/31

Jack Radgowski 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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crafts

Add your creative touch as you transform an inexpensive paintbrush into an adorable Santa. Students should bring two, 2” or 3” white-bristled paint brushes to be used as their Paint Brush Santas. All other supplies furnished.

Ages 18+ Enjoy making your own Fourth of July themed wreath made out of clothespins. All supplies furnished. Register by 6/27. $8.00

Needlepoint Workshop

Ages 18+

Ages 18+

Learn beading techniques including terms, bead selection, and composition as you design your own beautiful piece of jewelry. Create something different each class. Register two days in advance.

Learn the basics of needlepoint in this introductory workshop as you create your own needlepoint project. All supplies will be furnished. Register by 7/18. $5.00

$10.00

Templeton Senior Center

Templeton Senior Center

2:00pm - 3:00pm

W 7/20 W 6/8

10:00am - 11:30am

74404.220

Tu 7/12

6:30pm - 8:00pm

74404.230

W 8/17

10:00am - 11:30am

74404.240

Ages 8+ Let’s get groovy! Make a fabulous shirt that’s bursting with color, just in time for summer. This intergenerational class is suitable for adults, youth, and families wanting to spend time together. Register by 6/25.

This fun, six-week painting session integrates all mediums, allowing artists to play with watercolor, acrylic, or oil. In this class students can paint something new each week or continue a project while the instructor assists with skill development with your choice of medium. Students should bring their own supplies. Register by 6/5.

$10.00

W 6/29

Rachel Deddens

1:00pm - 3:00pm

$50.00 LR / $65.00 23006.220

Ages 18+

Ages 8 to 14 Introduce your child to a skill that can last a lifetime. Participants will learn basic stitches as they hand sew on plastic canvas to create a flag magnet. Mom and Grandma can sew one, too! All supplies included. Register by 6/13. $5.00

Transform an ordinary floor in your home into art! Students will create a bright, interesting, and usable floor cloth while learning about the historic uses and patterns of these floor coverings of the past. Register by 8/3. $20.00 LR / $30.00 Miller Center Classroom 304

Templeton Senior Center

23001.220

Rachel Deddens

Marsha Berry Tu 8/9 10:30am - 12:00pm

1:00pm - 3:00pm

23006.240

73004.221

Krista Johnson 3:00pm - 4:00pm

73002.220

Bird Seed Crafts Ages 6 to 10 Have fun while teaching your young ones to appreciate nature as you create tasty treats for the birds to enjoy. Children will make several different items to take home for their feathered friends. All supplies furnished. Register by 7/11. $5.00 Templeton Senior Center

Oil Painting Express

Learn to Crochet

Ages 18+

Marsha Berry

Learn to mix colors and incorporate basic design elements as you paint a beautiful landscape. In this single class, painters will complete a scene from Central Virginia. Students should bring their 11X14 canvas and oil painting brushes. Register two days in advance.

Learn the basics of crocheting in this threesession course as you are taught different stitches needed to complete your project. Yarn will be provided. Bring your own crochet hook, any size. Register by 5/9.

$30.00 LR / $45.00 Templeton Senior Center

$20.00 LR / $30.00 10:30am - 12:00pm

73004.231

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2:00pm - 4:00pm

Betty J. Leary

DIY Floor Cloth

Sewing on Plastic Canvas

Ages 18+

W 7/13

Miller Center Classroom 304 Tu 6/8 - 7/13

needle arts

W 6/15

Templeton Senior Center

painting Any Medium Goes!

JOY

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73001.230

Ages 18+

Tu 6/28

6:00pm - 7:00pm

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Tie Dye Shirts

73001.231

En”JOY” a lasting memory for years to come! Participants will design paper mache letters with photo copies of memorable photos, cards, or holiday inspired words or songs. Using the letters, J O Y, participants are free to personalize their project. Students should bring their scissors and whatever inspirations they have to cover the letters.

Krista Johnson

Jamie Carlund

Miller Center Classroom 304 Th 7/21

Tu 7/26

DIY Project: July 4th Wreath

Beading w/Jamie

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Helga Radick 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Rodney P Laughon

Tu 6/21

1:00pm - 4:00pm

74400.220

W 7/20

1:00pm - 4:00pm

74400.230

Tu 8/30

1:00pm - 4:00pm

74400.240

73001.210

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Oil Painting at the Awareness Garden

Intro to Watercolors for Beginners

Sunflower Plaques

Stained Glass Stepping

Ages 18+

Ages 18+

Ages 18+

Ages 18+

Instructor Rodney Laughon guides students through the painting process in this two-hour class as they capture the beauty of the Awareness Gardren. Students should bring their 11” x 14” canvas, oil paint brushes and a TV tray or small stand. Meet at the Awareness Garden, adjacent to the Ed Page entrance of the Black Water Trail. Paint and easels furnished. Register by 7/7. Rain date 7/16.

Start at the very beginning to learn step-by-step techniques for shading, blending, and terminology in this introductory class. Students should bring their own pointed round sable brushes (#4 and #6) and a small blender brush, as well as a goose neck light if preferred. Register by 5/10.

Capture the beauty of sunflowers on a wooden plaque. Bring your own acrylic brushes, all other supplies furnished. Register by 8/18.

Participants will make one garden stepping stone using stained glass techniques. All level students (beginning through advanced) will learn the steps in creating this beautiful stone. The different skill levels present in this class makes this experience even more rewarding. Register by 5/10.

$10.00 Templeton Senior Center

Linda Duff

$70.00 LR / $85.00 Templeton Senior Center

Virginia Klute

M 8/22

6:30pm - 8:00pm

74400.232

$20.00 LR / $30.00

$90.00 LR / $105.00

Awareness Garden

Rodney P. Laughon

Sa 7/9

9:00am - 11:00am

Th 5/12 - 6/2

1:00pm - 3:30pm

74401.210

Painted Flower Pot

74400.233

Tu 5/17 -7/12

Ages 18+

Intro to Watercolor Botanicals In addition, check out the many offerings of the Seven Hills Art Club, our partner in the arts. You can find additional information at www.7hillsartclub.org.

The Art Studio at Jackson Heights

Ages 18+ In this introductory class, students will focus on pencil drawing and sketching, use of color, perspective, and depth as they relate to watercolor painting. Students should bring their own pointed round sable brushes (#4 and #6) and a small blender brush, as well as a goose neck light if preferred. Register by 6/7.

Follow along with the instructor’s spring theme design or personalize a flower pot to match your décor. All supplies included. Register by 5/12. $10.00 Templeton Senior Center M 5/16

Linda Duff 6:30pm - 8:00pm

74400.210

$70.00 LR / $85.00

Blue Bird on Slate

Templeton Senior Center

Ages 18+

Th 6/9 - 6/30

Capture the beauty of the Blue Bird in acrylics on a slate shingle. Bring your own acrylic brushes, all other supplies furnished. Register by 6/9. $10.00 Templeton Senior Center M 6/13

Linda Duff 6:30pm - 8:00pm

74400.221

Ages 18+ Explore your creative side in this four-week acrylic painting class. Paint something new each week as the instructor helps develop your skills. Students should bring their own brushes. Other supplies furnished. Register by 5/8.

Gouache is a type of paint similar to watercolor but modified to make it opaque. Using these paints and gouache painting techniques, students will paint a beautiful spring-themed landscape. Bring your acrylic or watercolor brushes. Register by 5/16.

Tu 5/10 - 5/31

$20.00 LR / $30.00

Ages 18+

W 5/18

Rodney P. Laughon 2:00pm - 4:00pm

74400.211

Plein Air Painting with Rodney Laughon All Ages Work up an appetite painting with plein air artist Rodney Laughon during Food Truck Thursday. This outdoor, acrylic painting class caters to all levels from beginner to veteran artists wanting to refine techniques. Paint and easels provided, students bring canvas and brushes. See receipt notes for details. Register by the Monday before. $30.00 LR / $45.00 Miller Park Th 7/14

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Rodney P. Laughon 10:00am - 12:00pm

23000.230

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FREE Miller Center Classroom 304 Th 5/26

10:00am - 11:00am

Betty J. Leary 29001.215

2:00pm - 4:00pm

74402.210

Acrylics Express Create a beautiful painting in just one afternoon as our instructor guides you through the painting process. Students should bring their own acrylic brushes. All other supplies furnished. Register by 6/12. $15.00 LR / $23.00 Templeton Senior Center

Betty J. Leary 2:00pm - 4:00pm

74402.220

Artist Demo & Talk with Rodney Laughon Start your day with award-winning local artist Rodney Laughon. This well-known local landscape painter will share a bit of his background and specific styles and techniques surrounding “Painting in General.” Register in advance or at the door.

Ages 18+

The Art Studio at Jackson Heights

Gail Speidell

Tu 6/14 -8/2

9:00am - 12:00pm

26000.222

W 6/15 -8/3

6:00pm - 9:00pm

26000.221

Tu 8/23 - 10/11

9:00am - 12:00pm

26000.242

W 8/24 - 10/12

6:00pm - 9:00pm

26000.241

Ages 18+ Paint a beautiful beach scene on canvas board. Bring your own acrylic brushes, all other supplies furnished. Register by 7/23.

Miller Center Theater Rm 205 Th 6/30

10:00am - 11:00am

Rodney P. Laughon 23007.230

stained glass

Ages 18+ Learn coil-building techniques and how to make a pinch pot with a lesson in the creative art of our country’s native people. Planned especially for the Art Studio active adult participant. Register by 8/12. $10.00

Ages 18+

The Art Studio at Jackson Heights

Learn to cut, grind and solder to create a colorful window hanging. Register by 6/23.

Tu 8/16

The Art Studio at Jackson Heights Linda Duff 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Pinch Pots & Coil Building

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Rachel Deddens 26000.281

$90.00 LR / $105.00

$10.00 Templeton Senior Center

Native American Culture:

FREE

Stained Glass Panel

Beach Scene in Acrylics

M 7/25

Pottery: Handbuilt & Wheel

Betty J. Leary

Ages 18+

Tu 6/14

pottery

$88.00 LR / $103.00

This free presentation welcomes emerging artists and veteran artists with so-called “painters block” who are seeking creative inspiration. Presentation will conclude with a Q&A session. Register in advance or at the door.

Acrylic Basics with Betty

Templeton Senior Center

Ages 18+

Discover the Artist Within Ages 18+

$50.00 LR / $65.00

Gouache Painting

Templeton Senior Center

74401.220

63600.250

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Learn how to make clay pottery using both hand forming and wheel throwing techniques. In this laid back class, students have creative freedom in developing artwork. Register by the Monday before.

Virginia Klute 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Carter Martin

74400.231

Th 6/30 - 8/18

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Carter Martin 63600.220

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The exhibit includes railroad items such as signals, lanterns, uniforms, tools, historic and modern photographs, and layouts of model trains. Photos courtesy of N&W Historoical Society

Upcoming Events & Exhibits NOW - DEC 31: A Feast For the Eyes: Quilts & Textiles from Central Virginia EXHIBIT Visit the Lynchburg Museum and explore over 20 quilts, samplers, needlepoints, and related items. The Lynchburg Museum is now FREE!

MAY 1: Mother-Daughter Tea at Point of Honor 2:00pm | $10 Adult + 1 child (additional child $5 each) Join us at Point of Honor to celebrate the mothers in our lives with tea and light refreshments in the Carriage House, kid-friendly tours of Point of Honor, mother-daughter crafts in the Carriage House, and more! Reservations required.

MAY 20: Kids’ Night at the Museum 6:00pm – 10:00pm | $25 per child Kids ages 8-12 come to the Museum to enjoy a night of fun activities! Activities include: scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, pizza, popcorn, movie, and more! Reservations required.

JUN 20-24: Discover Lynchburg Summer Camp 9:00am – 3:00pm daily | $50 per child Kids ages 8-12 enjoy a week long day camp exploring the rich history of Lynchburg through scavenger hunts, hands-on activities, trips to the Fire Department, Water Plant, Point of Honor, and more! Reserve your child’s spot early! Reservations required.

JUL 18-22: Discover Lynchburg Teacher Camp 9:00am – 3:00pm daily | $50 per teacher Educators, come explore Lynchburg through scavenger hunts, hands-on activities, trips to Percival’s Island, Water Plant, the Fire Department, Point of Honor, and more while earning recertification points. Reservations required.

AUG 12: Wreck of the Old 97 Program with Howard Gregory 3:00pm | $10 per person, Members Free | Exhibit tour and refreshments follow program on America’s most famous train disaster.

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of Trey Belton

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HOURS: Monday – Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm Sunday noon to 4:00pm

A Great Change in the Situation of Man:

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MARCH 12 - DECEMBER 31, 2016 | LYNCHBURG MUSEUM

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LynchburgMuseum

901 Court Street 434-455-6226 museum@lynchburgva.gov www.lynchburgmuseum.org

112 Cabell Street 434-455-6226 museum@lynchburgva.gov www.pointofhonor.org

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Tours & Special Programs: Whitney Roberts, Museum Educator whitney.roberts@lynchburgva.gov or (434) 455-4424

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I think Crossfit in the Park is really cool!

If you could spend a day in any park, which one would it be and why?

What do you love most about working for Parks and Recreation? I love the people, the department, and the endless possibilities for creativity.

If you could take any class in the upcoming guide, which one would it be?

Since my primary goal is programming for Miller Center and Miller Park, I would spend a full day at Miller Park! I’d watch the activities and meet everyone who would visit the Park to get a better connection and understanding of the surrounding community members and their needs.

What is your favorite Parks and Recreation memory?

I really enjoyed the first Movie in the Park event. It was my first week on the job and first time meeting all of the Rec staff. It was fantastic to see the success of a first time event and also the support from the public.

If you could take any class in the upcoming guide, which one would it be? Mountain Bike Handling Basics and Archery look pretty cool! You can also be sure to see me at the Old Time Jam in the park with my banjo!

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Enrichment games

Canasta Crazy All Day Play Ages 18+ Canasta enthusiasts can enjoy a full day of cards and crazy fun as they challenge their friends and show off their card playing skills. A light lunch and door prizes make this an event you won’t want to miss! Register by 6/22.

Bridge Club Ages 18+

$10.00

Lynchburg Duplicate Bridge Club: competitive club play in a friendly atmosphere. Experienced players of all ages invited. For more information contact club president, John Gilkey at (434) 384-8970.

Templeton Senior Center F 6/24

Club Fee Required to Play Templeton Senior Center

John Gilkey

M 5/2 - 8/29

12:30pm - 4:00pm

73710.210

W 5/4 - 8/31

7:00pm - 10:00pm

73710.211

F 5/6 - 8/26

10:00am - 1:30pm

73710.213

Canasta

Lynn Fox

9:00am - 3:00pm

Join us for Older Americans Month as we unite in celebration and acknowledge the contributions of the past, pay tribute to our older population of today and embrace the future, ripe with opportunity to live a full and enriching life. All events are free.

enrichment Sign Language: Beginner Ages 18+ Develop your manual communication skills in this fourweek beginner sign language course. Learn how to better communicate with both the hearing impaired and those who can hear, but cannot physically speak. Register by 6/4. $30.00 LR / $40.00 Templeton Senior Center

Ages 18+

Richard Gokey

Have fun and challenge your brain as you play this popular card game. New players and beginners are welcome. Group meets every Friday.

M 6/6 - 6/27

FREE

Sign Language: Continued

Templeton Senior Center F 5/6 - 8/26

73003.232

9:30am - 12:30pm

Lynn Fox 73003.211

Mahjong

6:00pm - 7:30pm

74006.220

Meet us at the Lynchburg Museum and explore this local treasure. We invite you to browse on your own or join us for a guided tour at 10:30am. Special exhibits include a beautiful quilt display and a pictorial history of the railroad. From 10:00am 10:30am light refreshments will be enjoyed at the front steps of the museum. Register by 5/4.

F 5/6

10:00am - 12:00pm

Build on your basic sign language skills in this continuing class. Students should have a grasp of the fundamentals in order to make the most of this next class. It is recommended to take the beginner class first. Register by 7/9. $30.00 LR / $40.00 Templeton Senior Center M 7/11 - 8/1

Richard Gokey 6:00pm - 7:30pm

74006.230

9:30am - 12:30pm

Lynn Fox 73004.210

Mahjong Lessons Ages 18+ Learn this ancient Chinese tile game, similar to the Western card game rummy. Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy and calculation and involves a certain degree of chance. Register by 4/29. $15.00 LR / $23.00 Templeton Senior Center 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Karen Bridgett 73004.210

75000.210

AARP Presents: Life Reimagined Ages 50+ Explore ways to add meaning and purpose to your life in this two-hour interactive workshop while our Trained Life Reimagined Guides take you through a series of possibilities to help you identify your purpose, talents and potential to help discover your direction. A sandwich supper is provided for those who register by noon 5/13. Templeton Senior Center

FREE Templeton Senior Center

Templeton Staff

Ages 18+

Enjoy this Chinese tile game of luck, strategy, and skill. Played like Gin Rummy, it’s a great way to engage your brain. Beginners and new players are always welcome.

M 5/2 - 5/23

Ages 50+

Lynchburg Museum, 901 Court Street

Ages 18+

Th 5/5 - 8/25

Meet Me at the Museum

Petco Presents: How to Be a Responsible Pet Owner All Ages

Th 6/23

Miller Park 12:00pm - 1:00pm

5:30pm - 7:30pm

74001.210

Understanding Grief

Petco is passionate about educating our community on how to be a responsible pet owner. This free community presentation will take place outside in Miller Park during Food Truck Thursdays. Topics discussed will include proper dog and cat nutrition, teeth care, grooming, and training. No registration required. Meet at the large picnic shelter. FREE

Tu 5/17

Sylvia Journiette

Ages 50+ Examine the many facets of grief as Susan Williams with Passage Through Grief shares insights into the reality and emotion of grief. This presentation will talk about normal responses, when to recognize if you are in trouble, resources in the community, and more. Register by 5/23. Templeton Senior Center Petco Staff 29001.226

M 5/23

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Susan Williams

Older Americans Month Celebration & Cookout Ages 50+ Visit Miller Center for an Older Americans Month Celebration and enjoy a day of entertainment, food, facts, and fun. Learn more about what Parks and Recreation has to offer, hear updates on the services available through the Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living and offer your input. Entertainment by the Smith Mountain Lake Harmoneers and a FREE cookout in Miller Park. Lunch is free for those who register by 5/17. Miller Center Th 5/19

10:00am - 1:00pm

72006.210

73003.212

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cooking & nutrition Pooch Palate: Homemade Dog Treats Ages 16+ Do you know what your canine is eating? Learn how to make healthy treats for your best friend while elevating your pooch’s palate, leaving him begging for more! Students will help prepare peanut butter and banana treats from scratch, leaving with a “doggie bag” of more canine favorites such as Apple & Oat Delights, Pumpkin Paws, Carob Crunchers, and Bacon and Cheese treats. Register by 6/17.

FIDO

Ages 16+ Learn kitchen basics: from how to hold your knife, to slicing and dicing. Healthy and delicious meals can be quick when knife cutting skills are applied. This hands on participation class focuses on the fundamentals of owning and using a chef’s knife. Class will include information on care of a knife, cutting accessories, demonstration, participation in basic cuts and techniques, and execution of a recipe using the presented skills. An Italian style bread salad will be served at the end and you will leave class full. Students will need to bring their own cutting board and chef’s knife. See receipt notes for supply purchasing tips. Register by 5/24. $46.00 LR / $61.00

$28.00 LR / $42.00 Miller Center Community Room 102 Tu 6/21

Knife Skills

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Marsha Hill 28001.622

Healthy Cooking at templeton senior center

Healthy eating can be as easy as making the right choices. Learn how to shop, prepare and cook in a way to make healthier life choices. Register two days in advance. $5.00 each | Ages 50+ | Taught by Susan Prillaman

Miller Center Community Room 102 Th 5/26

6:00pm - 8:00pm

29001.211

Ages 18+ Kick off the grilling season by sharpening your skills on the grill. Watch as Chef Marisa Jones demonstrates how to make your summer BBQs a success! Menu features: Garlic Lime Peel-andEat Shrimp, Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce, and Grilled Fruit with Coconut Dipping Sauce. Register by 6/28. $46.00 LR / $61.00 Miller Center Community Room 102

Marisa Jones

6:00pm - 8:00pm

29001.222

Salsa Anyone?

Tu 5/10

Tired of the same old salsa? Spice up your repertoire with new and exciting twists on a old favorite. Recipes incude: Cilantro Peach, Spicy Bean, and Salsa Verde. Register by 7/18.

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The Vegetarian Diet Susan Prillaman shares ideas on how to follow a vegetarian diet the healthy way by covering all the food groups with the nutrients you need, minus the meat. Enjoy a cooking demonstration as part of the presentation. Tu 6/14

10:00am - 11:30am

74005.220

Diet for the Diabetic Living with diabetes can be more manageable through proper diet and good nutrition. Susan Prillaman shares great food tips and will create a healthy dish (for you to sample) designed specifically for a diabetic diet. Tu 7/5

10:00am - 11:30am

74005.230

Ages 16+

$23.00 LR / $31.00 Miller Center Community Room 102 Th 7/21

Marisa Jones

6:00pm - 7:00pm

29001.233

$25.00 LR / $38.00 4:00pm - 6:00pm

28001.220

Greek Sweets

Ages 16+

This class introduces Greek dessert recipes and techniques passed down through generations. Students will sample and make traditional Greek coffee and delicacies such as Koulourakia and Baklava! Register by 6/1. $45.00 LR / $60.00 W 8/17

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Greek Appetizers

28001.221

Ages 16+

Ages 16+

Join us in preparing Greek specialties such as Spanakopita (spinach pie triangles), Tiropita (cheese pie) & Keftedakia (meatballs) & Tzatziki (garlic cucumber dip). By the end of the class, participants will be able to put together an impressive platter of Greek appetizers! Register by 8/18. $25.00 LR / $38.00 9:00am - 12:00pm

28001.241

Italian Summer Wine Pairing Ages 21+ Spend an evening tasting Italian wine and food. Seasonal selections will be chosen to compliment one another and highlight Italian regional cuisine. each participant will receive a tasting portion of four selected wines and the food paired with it. Register by 8/23. Miller Center Community Room 102

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Ages 6 to 12

In this class, young cooks will learn to make one of the most popular Greek appetizers, Spanakopita! Participants will spend the night prepping, cooking, and sampling this savory Greek dish. Register by 5/17.

Sa 8/20

Greek Feast

Th 8/25

6:00pm 8:00pm

Ages 16+

Experience an incredible cultural and culinary evening learning all about traditional Greek meals! Taste the local flavors of Greece while sampling authentic Greek salad, followed by Roasted Lemon Chicken and Potatoes. Students will sample in class and take home a ready to cook meal for one. Register by 8/29. $46.00 LR / $61.00

$46.00 LR / $61.00

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Kids Go Greek!

Fire Up the Grill

What’s all the talk about gluten? Learn all about gluten intolerance and ways to cook and bake to accommodate this specific dietary need. Enjoy a cooking demonstration as well. 10:00am - 11:30am

Maria Karalekas learned the art of Greek cuisine working side by side with her mom, grandmothers, and aunts during her childhood summers living in Greece. Growing up in Canada Maria was accustomed to the culinary world though her family owned restaurant. Learn Greek cooking alongside her! All classes at Miller Center.

Th 5/19

Th 6/23

Gluten-Free Diet

Marisa Jones

A Taste of Greece

Marisa Jones 29001.245

W 8/31

6:00pm - 8:00pm

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Gluten-Free Baking

Farm-To-Table Cooking Class Ages 16+

INDIAN COOKING WITH MAHABUBA AKHTER

Join Chef Marisa Jones on a seasonal shopping spree at the Lynchburg Community Market. Learn about choosing and purchasing the freshest local ingredients, then take them back to the kitchen to prepare in delicious healthy dishes. Class will meet at Miller Center; participants will travel by shuttle to and from the market. Food prepared will be served at the end of the class. Register by 8/8. $46.00 LR / $61.00 Miller Center Community Room 102 W 8/10

Family Internet Safety

Ages 18+

Marisa Jones

10:00am - 2:00pm

Ages 18+

Solve the mystery of gluten-free baking flours. Leave this class with a list of favorite gluten-free flours, plus delicious recipe cards to take home and share with family and friends. Register by 8/15.

This class is helpful to parents and grandparents who know they should monitor their child’s internet usage, but are not aware of how. Steve Wood, of Lynchburg Police Department, will identify how often to monitor, what to look for, and tricks kids may use to get around parental monitoring. Register by 5/23. FREE Miller Center, Room 306

$10.00 Miller Center Kitchen Rm 101 Th 8/18

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Rachel Deddens 29001.239

29001.244

Buttermilk Biscuits

SATURDAYS 11:00AM - 1:00PM | Miller Center Room 102

Participants will be introduced to basic spices from India and the related health benefits to enhance the taste, smell, and appearance of food. Each class offers an entertaining cooking demonstration, a delightful atmosphere, and a full meal at the end of class.

Pizza for the Budding Chef Ages 8+ Don’t let your child miss the opportunity to explore Little Italy right here in Lynchburg. In this fun, hands-on class, students will make pizza from scratch! Register by 6/8. $25.00 LR / $38.00 Miller Center Community Room 102 Sa 5/14

10:00am - 12:00pm

Maria Karalekas

Wedding Ceremony Dishes JUNE 25 | All Ages* | 28001.223 Menu: Chicken Biryani, Shami Kabob, and Rice pudding Register by 6/23. * Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.

This chef’s pimiento cheese recipe is simply the best! This classic cheese spread can be used on grilled cheese sandwiches, crackers, or paired with veggies. Learn how to mix a new recipe that is sure to become a family favorite. Register by 6/3. $12.00 LR / $18.00 Miller Center Community Room 102

Roadside Snacks JULY 30 | All Ages* | 28001.233 Menu: Mughlai Paratha, Aloo Bhaji, Mango Lassi Register by 7/28. * Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Everyday Bengali for Kids AUGUST 27 | Ages 10 to 16 | 28001.242 Menu: Vegetable Rice, Pink Lentils with Tomato, and Mango Cucumber Salad Register by 8/25.

Tu 6/7

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Rachel Deddens 29001.220

$15.00 LR / $23.00

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Rachel Deddens 29001.230

Thinking of a class you would like to offer? Contact our recreation services staff at 4555837 to share your idea with our team.

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Rachel Deddens 29001.221

Tu 5/24

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Rachel Deddins 28009.210

All Ages

Ages 50+ Be more confident in your ability to correspond via the computer. Learn how to set up an email account and how to use different email features. Bring your own laptop if possible. Register by 7/4. $5.00 Krista Johnson 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Miller Center Classroom 306

Rain Barrel Workshop

Computer Basics: Email

74300.230

How to Sell Stuff on Craigslist & Ebay Ages 18+

Have you ever wanted to collect rainwater from your roof to water your garden or lawn? How about using that water to save money on summer water bills? In this workshop you’ll get hands on experience building a rain barrel, then learn how to install and maintain it. Help protect Lynchburg parks, streams, and rivers and have a great time while you’re at it! If you want to take home the rain barrel you build, you can purchase it for $50, payable onsite at the workshop. Registration is required by two days prior to the workshop. Chris Gyurisin

FREE Yoder Center

There are plenty of options for selling your unwanted goods online, but which site you choose will depend on what you’re trying to unload. If you have a lot of unwanted gift items or just need to de-clutter, then before you toss all your unwanted junk in the dumpster, give it a second look. If one man’s trash is another’s treasure, you might be sitting on a gold mine! Learn how to cash in on these potential riches and sell that stuff online! Register by 6/20. $10.00 Miller Center, Room 306 Tu 6/21

Explore the use of herbal remedies found in cookbooks of the past. Planned especially for our active adult participant at Miller Center! Register by 5/20. $10.00

Miller Center Community Room 102

W 7/6

Enhance your taste buds with the delights of a perfect salmon recipe paired with salad. The instructor decoded this recipe many years ago when in Philadelphia, now her favorite healthy meal is sure to become yours too! Watch, learn, and eat! Class planned especially for Miller Center’s active adults. Register by 7/22.

Tu 7/26

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$13.00 LR / $20.00

Ages 18+

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Ages 18+

Templeton Senior Center

Perfect Salmon and Salad

gardening

Forget about the mix! Learn how to make homemade biscuits from scratch with ingredients that you actually recognize. Watch, learn, and of course...eat! Planned for the Miller Center’s active adult participant. Register by 8/19.

technology

Ages 18+

28009.211

Benefits of the Simple Herb

Tu 8/23

Pimiento Cheese Please

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Ages 18+

28001.222

$30.00 LR / $45.00

Th 5/26

Steve Wood & Cindy Kozerow

Lisa Pannell 6:30pm - 7:30pm

28009.225

Sa 5/7

9:00am - 9:45am

51100.258

6:30pm - 7:15pm

51100.259

6:30pm - 7:15pm

51100.268

Daniel’s Hill Center Th 5/26 Miller Center Th 6/9

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Urban Homesteading

Gardens of the World

with Azalea

Tuesdays. May 10-31 | 6:00pm-8:00pm Miller Center Room 102 | Ages 18+ $15/$23 per class or $50/$65 as a series Urban homesteading is working towards becoming as sustainable as possible on your land in an urban setting. Witness the circle of life in your own backyard as chickens provide eggs and manure for compost, the vegetable garden is then fertilized by that compost, and is then watered by the rain collected by your rain barrels. Your garden can even provide the seeds for next year’s garden, deepening the self-contained cycle of providing sustenance for your family on your own land. This four-part lecture series for adults will demonstrate all of the necessary steps and supplies you need to make your home and land as self-sustaining as possible. Sign up for all 4 classes as a series and get a $10 discount. Register by the Saturday before. Class registratoin numbers below. Register for all classes using #28809.210. Azalea Faye chronicles her urban homesteading adventures on her blog: Way Crunchy. She writes about natural living, natural parenting, and life at her “Hill City Homestead” in Lynchburg.

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May 10 Organic Gardening pt.1

May 17 Organic Gardening pt.2

For the novice urban farmer, this class will teach all of the what, when and where of planting basics. This class will also include an overview of proper soil preparation and basic care of vegetable plants. Students will get to take home seedlings and seeds to start their own small garden. #28809.211

This class takes organic gardening to the next level with an introduction to some specific gardening techniques. Topics discussed include: organic fertilizer options, companion planting, and natural pest control methods. Students will receive plants to take home. #28809.212

May 24 backyard chickens Discover which came first, the chicken or the egg. Well, maybe not, but this fun and informative class will teach everything you need to know about raising chickens in your own backyard. Participants will even get to meet a chicken! #28809.213 6060

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May 31 compost & more This class will enlighten participants on the many ways you can make your homestead more self sustainable. Some of the topics discussed will include rain barrels, seed saving, and of course, compost. Students will also get hands on experience collecting seeds from dried flowers and can take home the seeds they collect. #28809.214

Explore the world with Susan Timmons as she shares her adventures via her colorful PowerPoint presentations and exceptional narratives. Presentations held at Templeton Senior Center. FREE.

The Rose Defined

The Most Beautiful Gardens in Africa

Ages 18+

Ages 18+

World Traveler, Susan Timmons, shares a look at the rose, an enduring classic throughout time, history, and literature. Tu 5/31

10:30am - 11:30am

73003.213

Southern Caribbean Island Gardens

Susan Timmons takes you on a delightful journey through the most beautiful gardens in Africa. Explore the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden in Cape Town, the world showcase for the Cape Floral kingdom. Tu 6/28

10:30am - 11:30am

73003.222

Ages 18+

Travel with Susan Timmons as she cruises through the tropical paradises of St. Thomas, St. Lucia, Barbados, Martinique, and Dominica. You’ll be amazed at the vibrant colors and lush foliage as you take a look at some of the private gardens of the southern Caribbean. Tu 7/12

10:30am - 11:30am

73003.230

Speaking of gardens.... Lynchburg Parks and Recreation is excited to offer food and gardening education to our neighborhood center participants through our new teaching gardens. Each center has been equipped with raised beds, which will be planted with all kinds of vegetables, herbs, and pollinator gardens to attract our little buzzing friends. Make sure to stop by your local neighborhod center to see what’s growing! Lynchburg Parks & Rec • Summer 2016

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Improvement Projects

You’re Invited! Train Exhibit Ribbon-Cutting Join us to celebrate the completion of the most recent improvements at Riverside Park including the newlyimproved train exhibit and parking lot, as well as the newly added benches, interpretive signs, and ADA handicap pedestrian path. Learn more about the Train Exhibit Ribbon-Cutting ceremony online at www.LynchburgParksAndRec.com.

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The Disc Golf course at Peaks View Park is getting an upgrade this year! Lynchburg Parks and Rec heard requests from the more advanced players to have a higher level of difficulty at the course. In order to maintain a beginner course while also creating a more comfortable environment. Improvements to the Disc Golf course include: • • • • • •

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Have you heard? Lynchburg’s historic City Stadium Complex is undergoing a two-phased major facelift to the football side of the stadium!

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The first phase of construction, completed in 2014, focused on the conversion from natural turf to artificial turf on the football field.

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New baskets at 36 holes Increased course difficulty New benches around tees Additional landscape work with 250 new plants Two added retaining walls with steps A newly constructed 60 foot walk platform on hole 5 across the ditch New bridges

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The second phase of construction began in June 2015 and is scheduled to be completed in August 2016. This phase includes many wonderful improvements, including:

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New football field lighting A new scoreboard and PA system ADA accessible seating area and ramp on the home side stand New water, sewer and stormwater facilities An entry plaza including three monuments to commemorate the stadium’s history, and the E.C. Glass and Heritage High School history and athletic accomplishments A 2-story addition behind the home side press box to house the home, visitor and referee locker rooms, as well as a maintenance area and the main concession area A new building to accommodate new ticket windows, a smaller concession area, and additional men and women’s restrooms A new building to house maintenance, electrical equipment, and staff facilities

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ART EXPO

LYNCHBURG SAT MAY 7 11AM - 3PM

MILLER CENTER

Art Expo Lynchburg is making a grand debut at Miller Center this spring! For one day, Miller Center will transform into a fine art trade show, featuring art vendors, galleries, and demonstrations from local established and emerging artists. This show is for all ages, hosting fun crafts and activities for children and families, and optional wine tasting in select gallery rooms. Check out our website for a complete guide to the show!

FREE entry for public | $10 wine glass (21+)