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CA LE N DA R

CON TEN T S

May

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Registration Information

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Epic Cup Soccer Tournament (Boys)

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Parks & Facilities

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Youth Tennis Lessons Begins

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Local Partners

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Fishing Derby

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Fitness Information

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Oxford Aquatic Center Opening Day!

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Teen & Youth Programs

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Ultimate Frisbee Camp Begins

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Learning Blocks Preschool

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Summer Camps

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Aquatic Center

June 2

Camp POP! & Little POPPERS! Begins

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Swim Lessons

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Ready, Set, RUN! Begins

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Sports

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Bullseye Archery Begins

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Golf & Tennis Lessons

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Masonic Car Show & Freedom Festival Parade

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Frisbee & Running Programs

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Archery & Adult Softball

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Soccer Programs

July 3

Oxford Freedom Festival

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Flag Football

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Happy Independence Day! Pool Open!

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Basketball Leagues

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Teddy Bear Picnic

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Special Events

August 6

Adult Softball League Begins

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Stories, Strollers & Fun Begins

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Community Yard Sale

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NFL Youth Flag Football League Begins

September 1

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Doggie Dip at Oxford Aquatic Center

April - September 2025

DIR E CT O R ’S M ES SAGE With such an unusually long and cold winter now finally behind us, we look forward to Spring and Summer in Oxford! Trees and flowers are blooming and the grass is growing faster everyday! The Oxford Community Park is already in full swing with baseball and soccer bringing teams out for games and practices. Not to mention families and residents utilizing the walking paths and playgrounds more and more as the weather turns. Soon the Community Pool will add even more excitement and provide a summertime oasis for Oxford residents and neighbors, get your passes today, opening day for the pool is May 26th!

The newly opened Barkham Dog Park has been welcoming many four legged friends and their humans to the most recent addition to the park system. Come out and explore for yourself and take a stroll on the nearby OATS trail where you can see the forest come alive for spring and provide some much needed shade as Summer soon approaches.

With so many great events like the Oxford Bee Festival, OATS & Honey 5K/10k, and Epic Cup Soccer tournament already in the books we are gearing up to bring you more opportunities. Check our calendar for signs up and additional information on such favorites as the Fishing Derby, Ready Set, RUN!, Camp Pop and many more! Mark your calendar for the Oxford Freedom Festival on July 3rd at the Oxford Community Park, it’ll be here before you know it!

OPRD staff have been hard at work preparing and maintaining the amenities, planning events, coordinating sports leagues and camps, operating the preschool, and opening up all of your park locations. Come out and enjoy all the parks and trails this summer!

As the new Director of Oxford Parks and Recreation, I look forward to seeing everyone uptown and around the many park locations in the coming months. Please stop by, introduce yourself and say hello! I look forward to continuing to bring you the very best recreational opportunities in our city. Oxford is a special place, we all benefit from the commitment of local government and the community itself to emphasize green space and recreation. As a lifelong resident, I am excited and honored to serve my local community and make your parks, trails, and facilities the very best they can be.

Chad Smith Director Oxford Parks and Recreation

Make sure to follow us on Social Media for updates and new programming information! @OxfordPRD @oxfordaquaticcenter oxford_parksandrecreation oxford_aquatic_center @Oxford_ParksRec

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PA R KS & R ECREATION STAFF Chad Smith Tori Magner Carter Rasmussen Dustin VanWinkle Alec Gagnon Deanna Barbour Darlene Hacker Alice Anderson Rachel King Sarah Vaughan Sammie Collier Katie Teets Julia White

TRI BOARD Doug Curry

President

Joe Wilhelm

Vice President

Missy Burke

Secretary

Director

Jim Squance

Programs / Aquatics Supervisor

Rick Verst

Programs / Aquatics Coordinator

Dan Purcell

Sports Supervisor Sports Coordinator Office Manager

Tom Holmes Susan Lipnickey RECREATION BOARD

Receptionist

Jacob Young

Chairperson

Receptionist

Sarah Meaney

Receptionist

Jake Richardson

Receptionist

Adam Beissel

Lead Preschool Teacher

Jason Merz

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Alex French

Council Rep.

Custodian / Maintenance

PHON E N U M B ERS Oxford Parks & Recreation

523-6314

City Building

524-5200

Oxford Senior Center

523-8100

Oxford Family Resource Center

523-5859

Oxford Community Choice Pantry

523-3851

Enjoy Oxford

523-8687

Oxford Community Arts Center

523-8506

BCRTA Oxford In-Town Shuttle

785-5237

TTD/TTY

H OU RS

Butler County Emergency Info

785-5800

Monday - Friday 8 am - 7 pm

Oxford Dispatch

523-4321

Saturday

Ohio State Parks United Way 211 4

(800) 750-0750

(800) BUCKEYE dial 211

9 am - 1 pm

Sunday Closed

April - September 2025

RE GI ST R AT I O N IN F ORMATION In Person Registration

Special Services

Visit the OPRD office at 6025 Fairfield Road.

We welcome and invite all individuals from our community to use the Oxford Parks and Recreation De-

Online Registration

partment services. If you have a special need or

You may register for most programs online. Register at

exceptionality and would like more information and

www.cityofoxford.org/OPRD.

support for accessibility of programs and facilities, call 523-6314. Every reasonable effort will be made to

Program Scholarships

accommodate all participants.

You can pick up a scholarship form at OPRD. The form must be filled out and turned in before the end of the

Statement of Purpose

registration period. Scholarship forms may not be accept-

Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of those

ed after registration is over. Contact the OPRD office for

we serve by providing quality recreation programs,

complete details.

facilities and parks.

OPRD Motto: Let’s Make it Happen!

Late Registration All registration for classes, leagues, etc. that are made after the official last day of registration are subject to a late fee.

Returned Check Fee If your check is returned to us by the bank for any reason,

City Mission Statement The City of Oxford is dedicated to improving the quality of life for all our citizens by providing top quality municipal services in an efficient and effective manner.

you will be assessed a fee equal to the city’s cost, pay-

City Vision Statement Oxford will be a university

able at the Oxford Municipal Building.

community with a sustainable high quality of life providing excellent municipal services while maintain-

Refunds

ing its’ rural and historic character.

Refunds / credits will be given for classes cancelled by the department, if you withdraw before it begins, if you

Fair Share Policy

are moving from the area or if you become ill and present

An Oxford Resident, for purposes of program and

a doctor’s statement. You may receive either a full or

reservation fees, is defined as a person who lives or

pro-rated refund / credit towards another session. A

works in the City limits of Oxford and pays City taxes.

processing fee ($5.00 or 10%, whichever is greater, of

These taxes contribute to the operation of OPRD.

class fees) will be deducted from all refunds.

Non-Resident fees will be applied to our customers who do not live or work in the City Limits in order to

Senior Citizens or Military Discount

apportion an equalized fee to those individuals.

Senior citizens, age 60 and up and Military Personnel are eligible for a 10% discount on programs they sign up for

Adult Volunteer Opportunities

themselves (may not be used for other family members).

Become an adult volunteer for programs, sports

Discounts may not be used for park and facility rentals

leagues and special events throughout the year. Call

and certain programs. Check with the front desk for

us at 523-6314 or email OPRD@cityofoxford.org for

specific programs.

more information.

Senior Citizen Transportation

Photos / Video

Oxford Seniors provides transportation for ages 60 years

Participants may be photographed or video recorded

and up and for any age disabled individuals; a donation is

during OPRD programs. These may be used in printed

suggested each way. Call 523-1717 to schedule or for

publications; brochures, newspaper articles, fliers and

more information.

web pages by the department. All photos and videos are property of OPRD.

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Irvine Dr.

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W. Withrow St.

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Foxfire Dr.

S. College Ave.

Wells Mills Dr.

S. Main Street

S. Locust St.

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Center Dr. E. Rose Ave. Central Ave. S. Beech St.

Brookeview Ct. Edgehill Dr. W. Chestnut St.

Brookville Rd.

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Harris Dr.

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Enjoy the beauty of the outdoors & the grace of nature in our many community parks and facilities. Oxford is dedicated to the leisure pursuits of its residents.

The parks and facilities listed are available for your enjoyment and use.

For more information, call the Oxford Parks and Recreation Department (513) 523-6314 or email OPRD@cityofoxford.org. Most reservations can be made at the OPRD office, located at 6025 Fairfield Road or online at www.cityofoxford.org/OPRD. 6

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Facilities

City Services

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OPRD / TRI Community Center

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Enjoy Oxford - Welcome Center

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Oxford Senior Center

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Chamber of Commerce

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Courthouse

Parks & Facilities

19

Lane Library

03

Barkham Park

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McCullough-Hyde | TriHealth Hospital

04

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park

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Municipal Building

05

Inloes Park

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Oxford Fire Station

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Leonard Howell Park

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Oxford Police Department

07

Northside Bark Dog Park

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Oxford Post Office

08

Merry Day Park

25

Oxford Township Police Department

09

Oxford Aquatic Center

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Oxford Community Park

Miami University

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Oxford Memorial Park

26

Millett Hall

12

Peffer Park

27

Yager Stadium

13

Playgrounds, Skatepark,

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Cook Field

Ballfield & Batting Cages 14

Robert M Artz Park

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South Locust Park

Park / Natural Area Mi ami Un ivers i ty Campus Ox fo rd Area Trai l s

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TRI Community Center 6025 Fairfield Rd. It houses the Oxford Parks & Recreation Department.

The TRI Center features basketball courts inside and out, ball diamond, tennis / pickleball courts, picnic shelter, outdoor batting cages, skate park, preschool playground and school-age playground, fitness area and The Attic Youth Center.

Shelter Reservation Fees Per Hour

R $12 / NR $14

Gymnasium Reservation Fees $35 per hr The gym may be reserved throughout the year Monday Saturday, provided the date and times are available, for your special event or group. Food & drinks are permitted in designated areas.

Skate Park 6025 Fairfield Rd. This park is free and open to the public, but locked at night. It is “skate at your own risk”, and protective gear is highly recommended. It is monitored to ensure rules posted at the entry are followed, such as; no graffiti, profanity, drugs or alcohol. The park is designed for skateboards and roller blades only.

No bicycles or scooters.

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Oxford Senior Citizens & Community Center 922 Tollgate Dr. The center offers a fully equipped kitchen and is ideal for family and social gatherings. The Great

Memorial Tr ee P la q ue

Room seats approximately 75 people and accommodates up to 125 people.

The City of Oxford is honored to provide an opportunity to our

Reservation Hours Tuesday - Friday

5:30 pm - 10 pm

citizens who wish to

Saturday - Sunday

8 am - 10 pm

purchase a memorial tree in honor of a friend, family member, service person

Reservation Fees Per Hour (min. 2 hours)

R $60 / NR $66

or other loved one.

Trees available to purchase: •

Red Sunset Maple

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Swamp White Oak

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Ivory Silk Lilac

Fee $600

Uptown Parks 2 E. & W. High St.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park is located in

inscribed on a brass name plate

The name of the individual will be

the uptown shopping district. It is a beautifully

and installed on the 30” x 24”

landscaped area in which to sit, play in the interactive

located at the Oxford Community

Kyger Rader Fountain, and enjoy the uptown view.

Oxford Memorial Park is a common gathering place for community events. The John W. Altman Performance Pavilion is the host site for bands and choral groups, and is a nice shady place to relax.

cast bronze Memorial Tree Plaque, Park by the flag pole.

Contact OPRD at (513) 523-6314 or OPRD@cityofoxford.org Register online at

www.cityofoxford.org/OPRD

Call (513) 524-5200 for reservations.

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Barkham Park Bonham Rd. Dog Park | 5211 Bonham Rd. This is a new dog park with larger areas for both smaller and larger dogs to play. This park is located across the street from Leonard Howell Park and playground, with direct access to the OATS paved trail.

Leonard Howell Park 5200 Bonham Rd. This 9 acre park features open green space, a playground and a picnic shelter with cooking grills. Access is available to the OATS Trail and Miami Natural Areas Trails from this park. Great park for a family gathering!

Shelter Reservation Fees Per Hour

R $12 / NR $14

Inloes Park 5901 Contreras Rd. This neighborhood park features beautiful gardens maintained by the Des Fleurs Garden Club.

Northside Bark - A Gated Canine Community 5160 Morning Sun Rd. This is an off-leash space for Oxford area dogs to play. This park also includes a small playground for kids. Rules are posted on-site.

Merry Day Park 60 Reaghs Way This facility has a brand new playground, picnic shelter, basketball court, soccer goals and open play area. Open dawn until dusk.

Robert M. Artz Park 821 S. Main St. This neighborhood park features natural shade, planters and park benches for a relaxing city green space.

Geocaching We welcome geocaching & letterboxing in our parks.

We request that individuals notify or check with us before placing any items in the parks. Call (513) 523-6314 for more information.

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Oxford Community Park 6801 Fairfield Rd. Park hours are 7 am - dusk. The park features 113 acres including several lighted baseball / softball fields, two playgrounds, shuffle board courts, horseshoe pits, basketball and sand volleyball courts, concession / shelter, bike and walking paths, soccer fields, natural areas and trail, and a Gazebo. Game equipment (horseshoes, shuffleboard, basketballs) may be checked out at the Parks and Recreation Department at 6025 Fairfield Rd. Call (513) 523-6314 for more information.

Oxford Aquatic Center 701 Kay Rench Dr. Inside the Oxford Community Park. This award-winning outdoor aquatic center includes a zero-depth activity pool, play structure with dumping bucket, kiddie pool, large slide, family slide, lazy river, basketball hoops, 8-lane competition pool and diving boards. It’s fun for the whole family!

Athletic Field Reservations 6801 Fairfield Rd. Reserve one of the athletic fields for your upcoming game, practice or special occasion. You also have the option to have the field prepped with bases, batter’s boxes and chalked lines to play baseball, softball, kickball or other games.

Opportunities under the lights are also available. Fields can be reserved for per game or full day events. Alcoholic beverages and grills are not permitted on the park grounds.

Field Reservation Fees

Gazebo Reservation Fees

Per Game

R $35 / NR $39

Per Hour

Full Day

R $175 / NR $193

Prep

R $35 / NR $39

Lights

R $35 / NR $39

R $15 / NR $17

Drones & Un-manned Aerial Vehicles Operations of drones / model airplanes / UAV’s is not permitted at the Oxford Community Park due to the adjacent airport and is not permitted at any park during special events or tournaments.

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Th a n k Yo u !

To our local supporters who help make Oxford the place where things HAPPEN!

F ITN ESS & W EIGH T ROOM Located within the TRI Community Center. The weight room membership fee includes the use of the TRI Community Center Gymnasium during open gym hours, as well as full access to the weight rooms during all building hours!

Users registered for a specific program, such as youth basketball league, are not required to pay these fees to participate in those programs.

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13 years and younger are not permitted in weight room at any time.

14-15 year olds must have parent / guardian signed waiver and an authorized adult 18 years or older with

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them if they’re using the weight room.

16-17 year olds must have a parent / guardian signed waiver before using the weight room.

Annual Fees

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Adult (18+ yrs)

R $25 / NR $28

Youth (10-17 yrs)

R $12 / NR $14

Children (0-9 yrs)

FREE

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YOUTH &TEEN PROGRAMS

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Stories, Strollers & Fun Mondays 10 am | August 4-25, September 8-October 13

This FREE program is a partnership with the Oxford Lane Library for adults and children ages 5 and under. Every Monday we will hold a Parent / Tot Story Time and then provide a fun organized activity! Meet at the gazebo in the Oxford Community Park. This program is rain or shine. No program Labor Day 9/1.

Join us Thursday, October 16th for Spooky Halloween Songs & Stories at 7 pm!

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G r ades 4-8 Video Games Air Hockey Music Nerf Basketball Study Table & More!

Mon. - Fri. 3 pm - 7 pm & Sat. 10 am - 1 pm Annual Fees

R $12 / NR $14

Located on the upper level of the TRI Community Center

Annual Membership Required

Calling all 7th-9th graders in the Fall of 2025!

OPRD Youth Volunteer program is designed for students that are too young for summer jobs, but would like to put their talents and enthusiasm to a good use while gaining valuable job experience.

Volunteers will learn many areas of job readiness including resume development and interview skills. Volunteers will be assigned to help out with Summer Special Events and Programs and earn volunteer hours that may be used toward classes, youth programs, swimming lessons, use of the TRI Center facilities and discounted pool passes.

We will take 10 volunteers during the summer of 2025.

Registrants will be required to meet individually with their program supervisor prior to the start of summer to discuss expectations and program goals.

Registration opens April 1st.

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Little POPPERS! Camp takes place at the TRI Community Center and will consist of hands-on activities, games, crafts and water activities. Enjoyment is guaranteed as our experienced staff will provide daily fun! All children must be 3 years of age prior to the start of camp (proof required) and be potty trained. Campers pack their own lunch and 2 snacks each day.

Registration opens April 1st Minimum Enrollment: 5 Maximum Enrollment: 14 Weekly Fees Monday - Friday 7:45 am - 5:15 pm R $140 / NR $154

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Camp POP! is a supervised summer program for children entering K-6th grade in Fall 2025 at the Oxford Aquatic Center. It provides a wide variety of activities, arts, crafts, nature programs, indoor/outdoor games, movies, and DAILY swimming! Field Trips are subject to change.

Registration opens April 1st Emergency forms must be completed at the time of registration.

Weekly Fees includes field trips Monday - Friday 7:45 am - 5:15 pm

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First Child

R $160 / NR $176

Additional

R $140 / NR $154

April - September 2025

CA M P P OP ! & L ITTLE P OPP ERS! W E E K LY T H EM E S Camp POP! & Little POPPERS! follow the same weekly themes, see below for details! Little POPPERS! do not attend field trips.

Week 1 | Exploring Nature 6/2 - 6/6 Join us for an unforgettable adventure, where curiosity meets the great outdoors.

Campers will get hands-on activities like hiking, identifying local wildlife, and learn valuable skills like teamwork, outdoor survival and making lifelong friends. Our leaders will ensure a fun, safe, and educational experience for all! Get ready to embrace the beauty of nature and enter into an epic adventure this summer!

Week 2 | Fiesta 6/9 - 6/13 Get ready for the most colorful and exciting week of summer with our celebration of vibrant cultures, lively music, and nonstop fun with a festive twist. Campers will be immersed in a world of bright colors, energetic dance moves, and arts and crafts.

This week will have endless excitement and a sense of community that will keep you smiling every day!

Week 3 | Wild Wild West 6/16 - 6/20 Saddle up and get ready for an unforgettable week of western themed activities. Step into the boots of a cowboy or cowgirl and immerse yourself in the spirit of a young adventurer. Campers will embark on learning the skill sets of roping cattle, pony races, and line dancing. So, grab your hat, dust off your boots, and get ready for a week full of laughs, excitement, and memories to last all summer!

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Week 4 | Jurassic Park 6/23 - 6/27 This week the campers will launch on a wild journey to a world where dinosaurs roam free. Packed with excitement, mystery, and exploration, this camp is perfect for young adventurers who are ready to discover what life was like when these incredible creatures walked the Earth. We’ll create dinosaur art, act out prehistoric play, and test their survival skills in “dino territory”. Get ready for the most roaring week of summer!

Week 5 | Space Expedition 6/30 - 7/3 | No camp on July 4th.

Blast off into the stars where the universe becomes your own playground. This camp is designed for young astronauts ready to explore the distant galaxies. With plenty of creative and educational activities, every day will be an opportunity to learn about space exploration and the solar system, while having a blast with new friends. Get ready for an unforgettable summer mission that’s out of this world!

Week 6 | Medieval Times 7/7 - 7/11 Step into a world of knights, castles, and bravery with our week full of adventure to the middle ages. This camp is perfect for young adventurers who dream of a time when chivalry and magic ruled the land. Whether you’re crafting a knight’s castle, playing bocce ball or protecting your kingdom, this camp is a perfect blend of history, imagination, and excitement.

Week 7 | Secret Agent 7/14 - 7/18 Calling all future spies and undercover operatives! Young agents will undergo secretive adventures, code-breaking strategies, and problem-solving skills. Teamwork is key, as agents work together to solve puzzles and hone in on their detective and investigative skills. Put on your sunglasses and prepare for a week of action-packed adventures that you won’t want to miss!

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Week 8 | Sports Mania 7/21 - 7/25 It’s time to unleash your competitive spirit and have a blast participating in physical activity. With a jam-packed schedule of exciting activities, campers will have a chance to try out a variety of sports and push their limits in a fun, team-oriented environment.

Whether you’re working on your dribbling skills, sprinting for the finish line, or teaming up for a game of capture the flag, there’s always something new to try and new friends to make!

Week 9 | Bug’s Life 7/28 - 8/1 Grab your magnifying glass, curiosity for tiny creatures, and dive into the world of insects! Campers will look into different kinds of critters, study their habitats, and discover the amazing diversity of bugs through hands-on activities. This camp is perfect for young explorers who are looking to spark their creativity, work on teamwork skills as they build a human size spider web, and take part in a bug-themed scavenger hunt!

Week 10 | Indoor Campout 8/4 - 8/8 Who says you need to pitch a tent outside to enjoy the fun adventures of a summer campout? Get ready for a unique and cozy twist on traditional camping, as we end the season with a pajama day, popcorn and a movie. Whether it’s making friendship bracelets, or learning outdoor survival skills, this week is the perfect way to wrap up the summer. Grab your flashlight, bring your sense of adventure, and get ready for a memorable indoor camping experience!

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AQUATIC CENTER

Season passes are available for purchase at the Oxford Parks and Recreation Department or online at www.cityofoxford.org/OPRD beginning April 1st.

Each person entering the pool must have a pass or pay the general admission fee.

No coolers or outside meals (i.e. pizzas) are permitted during public swim. Water and light snacks allowed. Children 11 years and under must be supervised by an individual at least 16 years or older at all times at the Aquatic Center.

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Daily Admission Adult (18+ yrs)

$8.00

Youth (2 - 17 yrs)

$7.00

Senior (60+ yrs)

$7.00

Child (under 2 yrs)

FREE

Pool Pass Fees Household* (4 or less) Each addl member

$230 R / $253 NR $25 R / $28 NR

* Restrictions apply. Check website for details.

Adult (18+ yrs)

$100 R / $110 NR

Youth (2 - 17 yrs)

$85 R / $94 NR

Senior (60+ yrs)

$85 R / $94 NR

Child (under 2 yrs)

FREE

O xfor d Sw i m & D i ve Tea m The 2025 OSDT swim season will last from May 27th-July 18th. All home meets and practices are held at the Oxford Aquatic Center. The team encourages family participation and each child will participate in For more information, including

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equally and while participation in swim meets is encouraged, it is not mandatory.

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SW IM L ES S ON S Parent - Child 6 months - 3 years Designed to give young children a head start on swimming, to get comfortable in the water and begin to work on basic skills while interacting with instructor and other children in a fun, safe environment.

Preschool Ages 3-6 Designed for children getting familiar with the water without their parents. This level will help kids feel safe in the aquatic environment and increases their basic skills without parental assistance while also learning about water safety.

Level 1 | Intro to Water Skills Ages 5+ For the beginner who is comfortable in the water. Swimmers learn basics of swimming: bobbing, going under water, supported floating, supported rolling over, supported gliding, supported front crawl arms and jumping in.

Level 2 | Fundamental Aquatic Skills Passed Level 1 Swimmers will work on independent floating, independent rolling over, independent front and back glides, front crawl, back crawl, retrieving underwater objects and jumping into water over their head.

Level 3 | Stroke Development Passed Level 2 Swimmers will work on gliding, freestyle with side breathing, backstroke, breast stroke and dolphin kicks, retrieving objects in deeper water, treading water, jumping into deep water and compact dives.

Level 4/5 | Stroke Improvement/Refinement Passed Level 3 Swimmers will work on rotary breathing, freestyle, backstroke, elementary backstroke, scissors kick and sidestroke, whip kick and breast stroke, intro to turning at the wall, treading water with modified scissors and diving in kneeling position.

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Session 1 June 2-6 | M-F

Swim Lesson Fees

Parent-Child

11:15 - 11:40

Parent Child

$5 R / $6 NR

Preschool

10:30 - 11:00

Preschool

$5 R / $6 NR

Level 1

10:00 - 10:35

Level 1-2

$50 R / $55 NR

Level 2

10:50 - 11:35

Level 3-5

$55 R / $61 NR

Level 3

10:45 - 11:30 Private Lessons (30 min)

Session 2 June 16-20 | M-F Parent-Child

10:45 - 11:10 / 11:20 - 11:45

Preschool

10:15 - 10:45 / 11:00 - 11:30

Level 1

11:10 - 11:45

Level 2

10:00 - 10:45

Level 3

11:00 - 11:45

$15 per person Registration opens online on Wednesday, May 1st. Each child may only receive one discounted session & fees for Parent Child & Preschool are non-refundable.

Session 3 June 30 - July 4 | M-F Parent-Child

11:00 - 11:25

Preschool

10:30 - 11:00 / 11:15 - 11:45

Level 1

10:00 - 10:35

Level 2

11:00 - 11:45

Level 3

10:00 - 10:45

Level 4/5

11:00 - 11:45

Tha nk You! To our sponsors for discounted Parent-Child and Preschool swim lessons this summer!

Session 4 July 14-18 | M-F Parent-Child

11:00 - 11:25

Level 1

10:00 - 10:35

Level 2

10:00 - 10:45

Level 3

10:00 - 10:45

Level 4/5

11:00 - 11:45

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Aquatic Center Reservations Evening Reservations Friday

8 - 10 pm

Saturday

7 - 9 pm

Sunday

6 - 8 pm

Both pools available

Hourly Rates Competition

$160R / $176 NR

Activity Pool

$230R / $253 NR

Both Pools

$245R / $270 NR

Call (513) 523-6314 for reservations or e-mail at OPRD@cityofoxford.org.

Reservations open April 1st

Aquatic Aerobics Class Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursdays 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Fees $9/person per class $80 for 10 punch pass

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RS HOU TO E CT J B U S NGE CHA

May 26 | Memorial Day Weekend (Monday Opening Day!) 12 - 7 pm

Open Swim All Day

7 - 7:30 pm

Adult Swim (18+ yrs)

May 27 - August 8 | Monday - Friday 12 - 7 pm

Open Swim

7 - 7:30 pm

Adult Swim (18+ yrs)

7 - 8 pm

Water Aerobics (T/W/TH only)

May 31 - August 24 | Saturdays 11 am - 6 pm

Open Swim

7 - 9 pm

Private Reservations Available

June 1 - August 25 | Sundays 12 - 5 pm

Open Swim

6 - 8 pm

Private Reservations Available

July 3 | Freedom Festival (5 - 10 pm at Oxford Community Park) 12 - 4 pm

Open Swim

July 4 | Independence Day 12 - 7 pm

Open Swim (Military Swim Free!)

August 11 - August 29 Closed Monday - Friday & Open Weekends August 30 - September 1 | Labor Day Weekend 11 am - 6 pm

Open Swim (Saturday)

12 - 5 pm

Open Swim (Sunday & Monday)

6 - 8 pm

Doggie Dip (Monday)

R ENTE C C I T OR AQUA RLY F A E ES N CLOS ETS O E M 0 SWIM & 7/1 8 / 7 , 6/26 6/19, s n day le rai b i s s po 0 & 6/3 6/24

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Instructional Golf Lessons April 22 - May 6 (5 Sessions) | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 7 - 8:00 pm What a deal! Professional golf lessons for a fraction of the price. Basic golf skills will be introduced, including grip, swing, driving, putting, scoring, etiquette, and the rules of golf by Golf Pro, Andy Anderson at Indian Ridge Golf Course.

Ages 8 to Adult (as of April 22) Register by April 18th (Min 8 / Max 12 participants) Participants should provide their own equipment.

Fee R $65 / NR $72 Location Indian Ridge Golf Course 2600 Oxford Millville Rd. Oxford, OH 45056

Youth Tennis Lessons May 10 - June 7 | Saturdays th

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Game, Set, Match! Learn beginning and intermediate tennis skills: grip, footwork, forehand, backhand, serving and scoring. Instructors will accommodate all skill levels.

Ages 11 - 14

9:00-10:00 am

Ages 8 - 10

10:15-11:15 am

Ages 5 - 7

11:30am-12:30 pm

*Age groups may be combined depending on enrollment

Register by May 5th Fee R $55 / NR $60 Location TRI Community Tennis Courts

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Ultimate Frisbee May 27 -30 | 10 am - 1 pm th

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Join us this summer for our new Ultimate Frisbee camp! Learn beginner and intermediate ultimate Frisbee skills. Basic fundamentals, learning the rules of ultimate frisbee, daily scrimmages & distance/accuracy competitions at the end of the week!

Ages 8 - 14 (as of May 27th) Register by May 23rd (Min. 8 participants) Each participant will receive a regulation ultimate frisbee disc!

Instructor Lexi Jamieson Marsh, former Canadian Junior Women’s National Ultimate Frisbee Coach Fee R $65 / NR $72 Location Leonard Howell Park

Ready, Set, Run! June 2nd - July 31st | Mondays & Thursdays | 9 - 10:30 am

Ready, Set, Run! is a character-building running program sponsored by the National Alliance for Youth Sports. This program equips youth runners with the physical training and goal-setting mentality needed to accomplish their running goals. This program focuses on respecting authority, proper nutrition, enhancing confidence & self-esteem, dealing with pressure, and will conclude with a 5k event on July 31st.

Ages 8 - 13 (as of June 2nd) Register by May 29th Fee R $100 / NR $110 Location Oxford Community Park 30

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Bullseye Archery June 9 - 12 (Makeup Date: June 13) | Monday - Thursday | 6 - 7:15 pm

Step outside and enjoy the fun and challenging sport of target archery. Our Bullseye Archery program requires no previous knowledge or experience, and will provide you with all the basics in safety, rules, and proper techniques.

Ages 9 to Adult (as of June 9th) Register by June 2nd (Min 6 / Max 12 participants) Instructor Liz Coombe, USAA Level 4 Coach.

Fee R $60 / NR $66 Location Oxford Community Park

Adult Softball League Games begin August 6th | Wednesday Nights

Join us for a fall full of softball action! All games are umpired by certified personnel and the league fees include sanction fees, balls and umpires. Enjoy free park admission with excellent fields and concessions.

10 games + double elimination tournament.

Register by July 28th Fees $475 / team $25 late fee assessed after registration dates noted.

Location Oxford Community Park

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SAY Fall Soccer League Practices begin around the first week of August with games starting in late August. All dates are tentative.

Registration open from May 1st - July 1st Registrations taken after July 1 are subject to a $20 late fee, will receive no guarantees on team placement, and will not be eligible for multi-child discount.

Fees Ages 5 - 6

$80 / player

Ages 7 - 14

$100 / player

Family multi-child discount is available only at the TRI Community Center.

Save $5! for second child, $10 for the third child, 4th or more is free.

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The Ep i c C up S occer Tour na ment Oxford Community Park is once again the host site for the Cincy SC Epic Cup Soccer tournament this spring.

Girls tournament is scheduled for April 25 - April 27 with the Boys Tournament on May 2 - May 4.

Format Each team guaranteed at least 3 games.

To register or for more information please visit www.cincysc.com.

Register by April 1st.

Fees U9–U10 (7v7)

$625

U11-U12 (9v9)

$675

U13-U14 (11v11)

$725

U15-U16 (11v11)

$750

U17-U19 (11v11)

$775

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NFL Youth Flag Football League August 25 - October 11 th

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Games will be played on Monday and/or Tuesday nights. Practices will begin the week of August 11th. All participants receive an NFL reversible jersey and an official NFL Flag belt!

Registration open June 1st – July 9th No guarantee of team placement for registrations taken after July 9th.

Mandatory evaluations for grades 1-6 will take place in late July.

Coaching Opportunities: Available for ages 18+ Officiating Positions: Available for ages 16+ Fees Boys & Girls - Grades 1st/2nd, 3rd/4th and 5th/6th

R $90 / NR $99

$20 late fee after July 8

Location Oxford Community Park Contact Dustin VanWinkle at dvanwinkle@cityofoxford.org

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Youth Basketball League Boys and Girls grades K-8 are welcome to register. Participants are permitted to evaluate to “play-up” at the discretion of the Sports Supervisor.

Registration opens September 8th $20 late fee assessed after registration deadline

Fees Kindergarten Co-Ed

R $75 / NR $83

Register by 10/27

Grades 1st/2nd - Girls

R $95 / NR $105

Register by 10/27

Grades 1st/2nd - Boys

R $95 / NR $105

Register by 10/27

Grades 3rd/4th, 5th/6th, 7th/8th - Girls R $105 / NR $115

Register by 10/13

Grades 3rd/4th, 5th/6th, 7th/8th - Boys R $105 / NR $115

Register by 10/13

3rd-6th grade evaluation date TBD. No guarantee of team placement after October 27th for Grades K-2nd No guarantee of team placement after October 13th for Grades 3rd-8th

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