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Your Seasonal Guide to all things Palm Harbor
June-August 2025
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PARKS & FACILITIES
Adult Activities
Please check the location of your activity. Due to space limitations, some programs have been moved to different locations.
Adult Dance
Join a vibrant adult dance class and experience the joy of movement while having fun. Dancing improves flexibility and helps keep you agile and active in daily life. Both beginner and advanced dancers are welcome to learn a mix of ballet, jazz, modern and lyrical styles of dance.
Saturday 12:45-1:45 pm
$55/monthly 18+ @ The Centre
Attire:Movementfriendlyclothes,leggings,workoutwear. Balletor jazzshoes.Longhairpulledback.Waterwithclosedlidswelcome .
Adult Tap Class
Here’s a fun and rhythmic adult dance class that will benefit both body and mind. Learn tap terminology and technique along with combinations and choreography to incorporate the skills learned. On-line registration not available - punch card issued.
Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 pm
$40/4 classes (60 day expiration) 18+ @ The Centre
Attire:Comfortableclothing,tapshoesandpleasebringwater.
Mah Jongg Instruction
Learn a centuries old game of skill, strategy and luck. Class 1: get an overview of the game, tiles, use of the card and practice putting a hand together. Play a game. Class 2: play a second game and learn strategy for winning, how to play defensively and what not to do when playing the game. Register by 7/11.
Class 1 Monday, July 14 = $10 10 am–12 pm
Class 2 Monday, July 21 = $5 10-11 am 18+ @The Centre
Mah Jongg
Enjoy this tile based game where the goal is to be the first to match 14 tiles and declare “Mah Jongg”.
Tuesday 12-3 pm
$2/drop-in 50+ @ The Centre
Ayurveda
Natural Alternative to Western Medicine
An introductory session to Ayurveda, the oldest “w”holistic health system in the world. It’s a seated experience where you’ll learn about your constitution and how to treat yourself so you stay healthy. Register by Thursday, August 7.
Saturday, August 9 11:30-12:30 pm
$25 16+ @ The Centre
Yin Yoga
Gain flexibility and mental clarity in this 4-week course that will teach you the basics of Yin Yoga (the more quiet yoga style). Most postures are practiced on the floor and will hold for some time. If you are looking to work on flexibility and calming your active mind, this style is for you. Bring a yoga mat and two blankets to class with you.
Thursdays (August 4-25) 5:30-6:30 pm 4 classes for $60 16+ @ The Centre
Beginner Tai Chi
Reap the benefits of this slow and mindful meditative exercise program. Join this beginner class to learn a sequence of movements designed to maintain flexibility, balance and mobility using ancient Chinese tradition for personal betterment - both mental and physical.
Monday 2-3 pm
$5/session or $20/monthly 18+ @ The Centre
Art from the Heart
Join us for a summer-long craft project for adults which will include painting rocks and creating the kindness rock garden to house them. Pre-registration is required to assure adequate supplies on hand. On-line registration not available.
Third Wednesday of the month 2-3 pm $3 18+ @ Harbor Hall
Wholistic Wellness Lifestyle
Join us for an inspirational presentation on various lifestylerelated challenges and solutions to help you best manage anxiety, depression, loneliness, self-esteem, family and more. This is an open and positive platform followed by a friendly group discussion. PleasesignupbytheFridaybeforeclass.
Sundays (June 1, July 6, August 3) 11:30-2 pm
$10/session All Ages @ The Centre
Adult Activities
Duplicate Bridge
Bring a partner and join us for this tournament form of contract bridge in which identical deals are played in order to compare individual scores. Two chances each week to join us for some afternoon fun! (Cancelled 6/11, 6/18 & 8/1)
Wednesday & Friday 12-4 pm
$2/drop-in 50+ @ Harbor Hall
Bingo & Lunch
It’s simple, it’s easy and all it requires is some luck! Bring your rabbit’s foot and come join us for an afternoon of Bingo excitement. Come early and share lunch with your friends.
Thursday Lunch ($5): 11:45 am Bingo ($2 donation per card): 12:15-2 pm
All ages @ The Centre
Pinochle
Join us for one of America’s oldest card games. Join our loyal group and engage in this trick-taking card game. Do your best to form combinations of cards into melds and make new friends.
Tuesday 12-3 pm
$2/drop-in 50+ @ The Centre
Bunco
It’s a simple dice game that will keep you moving and shaking from start to finish. Great way to meet new friends who are out for an afternoon of serious fun! No experience necessary, we’ll teach you how to play.
First Wednesday of the month 1 pm
June 4, July 2, August 6, September 3
$2/drop-in
All ages @ The Centre
Caregivers Support Group
A safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with Alzheimer's or Dementia to meet and develop a mutual support system. For information contact Rhonda Coats (727.459.9819) or Debbie Percy (727.992.1118).
Mondays 9:30-11 am
FREE All ages @ Harbor Hall
Card Games
Like to play cards? We have the place for you! Bring friends to play your game of choice such as Hand and Foot, Samba or Canasta but if there is another game you’d like to play just let us know. House rules apply.
Monday AND Saturday 11 am-2 pm
$2/drop-in 50+ @ The Centre
Rummikub
Come play this popular game by using tiles on your rack and the tiles in play to form runs of the same color and sets of different colors. First to empty a rack wins.
Thursdays 1 pm
$2/drop-in
Euchre
All ages @ The Centre
This trick-taking card game is most commonly played with four people in two partnerships with a deck of 24, 25 or sometimes 32, standard playing cards. Come pick your trump.
Friday 12:30-3:30 pm
$2/drop-in 50+ @ The Centre
Choice Hearing Solutions
Complimentary services provided include: Video Otoscope examination of the ear; Cerumen Management (ear wax removal); hearing aid cleaning, hearing aid repair, (most makes & models), hearing aid adjustments, hearing screenings and no-charge hearing evaluation, if necessary.
2nd Tuesday of the month 1-2 pm
FREE All ages @ The Centre
Digital Photography
This group of photography enthusiasts can work with you to help bring your photography to life. Call the Centre for further information.
2nd Friday of the month 1-3 pm
$2/drop-in 18+ @ The Centre
Activities for All Ages
Paint Like Bob Ross-In One Day
Learn the Bob Ross® painting technique by a Certified Ross Instructor. All Bob Ross® tools and materials will be provided to lead you step-by-step to create "happy little trees and landscapes!" All levels welcome. (Under 13 with parental participation. See flier for class cancellation policy.)
Sundays 1-4 pm
May 18, June 15, July 13, August 17
$85/workshop 8+ @ The Centre
Private Voice Lessons
Learn how to sing from a professional performer and opera singer. All styles welcome. For younger children, the lesson can also include ear training, reading, writing music and singing songs. Students sign up for four 30 minute lessons that will be scheduled directly with the instructor after registration. (No lessons available in July.)
Mondays Between 5-8 pm
$120/4 half hour lessons 7+ @ The Centre
Mexican Train Dominoes
Use your train or another player’s train (when marked) to get rid of your domino tiles. First player to lay down their tiles wins. Jump on the train and have fun!
2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Wednesday of the month 1 pm
$2/drop-in All ages @ The Centre
Toastmasters
Public Speaking
Learn the ins and outs of public speaking, and help improve the way you communicate with the world around you. For more information or to join, www.phtoastmasters.com or 727.542.6100.
Thursdays 7 pm
Membership fee may apply @ The Centre
Woodcarving & Wood Burning
Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the ropes or an advanced craftsman fine-tuning your skills, come join the fun and learn a new and exciting craft.
Wednesday 9 am-12 pm
$9/session All ages @ The Centre
Paint Away Stress
Not just an art class-it’s stress management with painting! Oriental multimedia painting and calligraphy will be used on traditional paper scrolls which are ready to hang. Explore many art styles with an Art Therapist. No experience required. Leave happy and stress-free with a work of art!
Sundays (June 22, July 20, August 24) 11:30-2 pm
$50/workshop 12+ @ The Centre
Quilting
Learn how to quilt or expand your existing quilting skills when you join other quilters who enjoy making memories with a needle. For info or to join: quilterscrossingguild@gmail.com.
Wednesdays 8:30 am-12 pm
Fee payable to the club All ages @ Harbor Hall
Chess Club
Like to play chess and looking for others in the area who have the same interest? Stop by this new chess group and make a friend who may be a worthy opponent to test your game strategies. Instruction not provided.
Saturday 12-2 pm
$2/drop-in All ages @ The Centre
Pickleball
3 INDOOR Courts
Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7:30 pm
Saturday & Sunday 11 am-2 pm
$25 for 10 sessions or Ages 12+ @ The Centre
$3/drop-in
4 OUTDOOR Courts
Daily Park Operating Hours All Ages @ Putnam Park Free on a first-come basis. Pickleball courts shared with tennis.
Cardio Drumming
A group fitness class that uses an exercise ball and drumsticks to create a unique and fun workout. Register online www.mindbodyonline.com/explore/locations/new-wavenutrition For information, call 727.754.5124
Mondays (Power Ball Drumming) 6-6:45 pm
Wednesdays 6-7 pm 12+ @ The Centre
Youth Activities
Starting Dance
A combo class of tap, jazz and ballet will provide foundation steps that lead into more advanced movements. Learn the musicality, expression and art of ballet. This class introduces the barre into class routine.
Thursday 4-5 pm
$55/monthly 7-11 yrs @ The Centre
Attire:Balletandtapshoes(optionaljazzshoes).Anycolorleotard/shirt/ leggings.Longhairpulledback. Closedlidwaterbottleencouraged.
Little Dancers
Our emerging dancers can expect to learn basic ballet and tap through beginning steps mixed in with games that will reinforce steps, terminology, rhythm and a whole lot of fun!
Tuesday 4–4:45 pm
OR Saturday 11-11:45 am
$45/monthly 4-6 yrs @ The Centre
Attire:Balletandtapshoes,anycolorleotard/skirtorclothesthatareeasy tomovein.Longhairpulledback.Closedlidwaterbottlesencouraged.
Mommy & Me
Give your preschooler a valuable early exposure to the arts. Bring them in for some quality Mom and toddler time learning about music and movement through dance and games.
Saturday 10-10:30 am
$45/monthly 1–3 yrs @ The Centre
Dance I
Dance up to the next level of talent! Dancers will move past foundational learning and into more advanced technique and choreography. This combo class will strengthen foundational ballet and will improve jazz and tap movements. Students will be introduced to improvisation and advanced expression in dance.
Tuesday OR
Thursday 5:15-6:15 pm
$55/monthly 10+ yrs @ The Centre
Attire:Blackleotard/skirt,pinkballettights,balletshoes.Longhairpulled back.Closedlidwaterencouraged.Avoidwearingjewelrytoclass.
Facility Rentals
Looking to Host a Party, Meeting or Wedding?
Our dedicated Rental Specialist will work with you to help you select the perfect environment for any event. From a child’s birthday party or baby shower to a wedding reception or corporate function, we can help get you in the right spot.
Contact our Rental Specialist today for complete venue rental information or to set up a tour appointment. For reservations at The Centre or any outdoor facility
We offer a variety of rental venues from traditional banquet spaces to a historic 1920’s era chapel to baseball fields and parks!
call 727.771.6000 and for Harbor Hall and/or White Chapel reservations call 727.787.4700.
We offer unique community spaces for all of life’s special moments!
Registration Information
Your Community Centre Administrative Offices & Registration
Walk In: 1500 16TH Street Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Call In: 727.771.6000 FAX 727.785.6877
On-line: PHparksandrec.org
Program Registration
Participants are required to complete an activity waiver. Waivers for participants under 18 must be completed by a parent or legal guardian. Payment is due in full at the time of registration. Registration is accepted over the phone using a credit card, in person, or on-line at www.phparksandrec.org Payment options include VISA, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, Cash or Check made out to PHCSA. Payment plans are only accepted for Summer Camp Adventure.
Program Cancellation
Most programs require a minimum number of enrolled participants. Programs that do not reach their minimum will be cancelled, however, when PHPR must cancel a program for this reason, a full refund is provided.
Waiting Lists
A waiting list will be formed and maintained after the program has reached its maximum capacity. As spots in the program become available, people on the list will be contacted in order and offered the opportunity to register for the program.
Withdrawal/Refund Policy
Class Refund/Withdrawal: All Class refund or withdrawal requests must be submitted in writing to the Assistant Director at least two weeks prior to the start of the class. Missed classes and scheduling conflicts do not qualify for refunds or make-ups. No refunds will be processed after the class has begun, except for a medical exemption which requires a medical form signed by a doctor stating that the participant is unable to participate for the remainder of the program. All refund or withdrawal requests that meet this requirement will result in an Account Credit to the payor which can be applied toward any future PHPR program, activity or camp. All withdrawal/refunds will be assessed an administrative fee of $20.
Camp Refunds: Refunds are not available for cancellations made by customers after March 31. All refunds will incur an administration fee for each canceled camp. After March 31, all payments are non-refundable. A documented medical or family emergency may be the only exception. Medical emergencies are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Requests must be submitted to the assistant director. Camp Transfer: Some camps are eligible for transfer; all requests must be made at least two weeks before the camp start date. Transfers are subject to availability, and an administration fee will be applied.
Weather Policy
If inclement weather is forecasted, outdoor activities may be cancelled for the safety of participants and instructors. Staff will make every effort to contact enrollees and either prorate the program with the amount placed back on the enrollee’s Parks & Rec account or provide a make-up. Call 727.771.6000 to check on the status of the activity.
Recreation Inclusion
Under the guidelines of the American with Disability Act (ADA) it is the intent of PHPR to include people of all abilities in our recreation programs and activities. PHPR will make reasonable modifications for individuals with a disability so that such individuals may participate in programs and activities. If you feel you need a particular modification, please call the Centre at least 1 week prior to the start of the program. PHPR is unable to make modifications that:
• Fundamentally alter the nature of the program, service or activity.
• Would constitute a direct threat to the health and safety of the participants.
• Would cause undue burden on PHPR.
All requests for modifications are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Participants should be able to perform the following essential functions.
• Follow basic instructions associated with the program or activity.
• Function in a group structure and participate in group activities.
• Use restroom facilities independently or with the assistance of a caregiver to be retained or provided by the participant.
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