540 564 3160 20 EAST GAY ST, HARRISONBURG VA R22802 ECREATION@ROCKINGHAMCOUNTYVA GOV
Thursday, November 24 | Thanksgiving Day
FACILITY RENTALS SHELTER AT ROCKINGHAM PARK AT THE CROSSROADS
Friday, November 11 | Veteran's Day
WPMS Wilbur Pence Middle School
Friday, December 23 | Christmas Holiday
The facility has a kitchen, all purpose room with stage, meeting rooms and mini library
PLAINS DISTRICT COMMUNITY CENTER 233 McCauley Drive, Timberville, VA 22853
Monday, October 10 | Columbus Day
PDCC Plains District Community Center RF Riverside Farm WO Walkabout Outfitters
Monday, January 2 | New Year's Holiday
HOLIDAY CLOSURES
Monday, December 26 | Christmas Holiday
1 Rockingham Park Way, Penn Laird, VA 22846 Weekends 9am 2pm | 3pm sundown Weekdays 4pm sundown
Call for reservations; 540 564 3160
Outside area consists of picnic shelter and playground
VISION STATEMENT
$40 per time slot
The facility consists of a game room, kitchen, meeting and craft rooms Center Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 3 8pm Wednesday 12 8pm Weekends are staffed around rentals
MISSION STATEMENT
SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER Fall/Winter
MMS Montevideo Middle School
To foster lifetime involvement in and appreciation of activities that enrich the lives of all citizens of Rockingham County by providing high quality recreation and leisure programs.
GWNF George Washington National Forrest
RCAC Rockingham County Administration Center RPC Rockingham Park at the Crossroads
Our youth activities prepare for the future, as our adult activities strengthen the present.
Call for reservations; 540 896 2824
BERGTON COMMUNITY CENTER 17784 Criders Road, Bergton, VA 22811
20 EAST GAY ST, HARRISONBURG VA R22802 ECREATION@ROCKINGHAMCOUNTYVA.GOV
540 564 3160
LOCATION CODES
Last day to rent for 2022 season: October 29
Wednesday, November 23 | Closing at Noon
HOW DO I REGISTER? Monday Friday | 8am 5pm Payment Methods Cash | Check | Visa | Mastercard 20 East Gay St Harrisonburg, VA 22802 540.564.3160 rockinghamcountyva.gov/recreation TUCKER THIGPEN ATHLETIC TECHNICIAN tthigpen@rockinghamcountyva gov WWW.ROCKINGHAMCOUNTYVA.GOV/RECREATION MEET YOUR PARKS & RECREATION STAFF! DENISE DEAN ADMIN ASSISTANT ddean@rockinghamcountyva.gov TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL EVENTS.........................3 YOUTH ATHLETICS.....................4 YOUTH SNAPOLOGY...............5-6 ADULT PROGRAMS..................7-8 BUS TRIPS...............................9-10 SENIOR GROUPS........................11 DEPARTMENT INFO....................12 KIRBY DEAN DIRECTOR kdean@rockinghamcountyva gov MARCO KNORR PARK MANAGER mknorr@rockinghamcountyva.gov SHERRILL WRIGHT TURF & PARK GROUNDS SUPERVISOR swright@rockinghamcountyva.gov TAYLOR MAY SOCIAL MEDIA & RECREATION COORDINATOR tmay@rockinghamcountyva gov KEVIN JONES ATHLETIC TECHNICIAN kjones@rockinghamcountyva gov JOHN DOFFLEMYER PARK MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN jdofflemyer@rockinghamcountyva gov RECREATION COMMISSION District 1-Richard Fulk District 2-Wendell Eberly District 3-Glenn Wayland District 4-Donnie Fulk District 5-Randy Snow ANDREW KIPPS RECREATION PROGRAMMER akipps@rockinghamcountyva.gov MONDAY FRIDAY 8AM 5PM
Special EVENTS PHOTOS WITH SANTA Ho-ho-ho! Drop by the Parks and Recreation office for photos with Santa! Santa will be in the house from 3-6 for pictures and to hear Christmas wish lists Please bring your own phone or camera to take pictures FREE | Register By December 15 Friday, December 16 | 3-6pm | @RCAC CROSSROADS FALL FEST Come out to Rockingham Park at the Crossroads for an evening of activities for all ages! Trunk or treat will start at 4pm along with inflatables for the kids to play on and food will be available for purchase from local food trucks If interested in you or your company/organization being a trunk for the trunk or treat, contact us at recreation@rockinghamcountyva gov FREE | No Registration Required Saturday, October 29 | 4-7pm | @RPC FAMILY BINGO! Come join us for Family BINGO at our new shelter at Rockingham Park at the Crossroads There will be prizes for all winners and all participants must pre register FREE | Register By September 19 Every second Thursday of the month at Plains District Community Center in Timberville. Food d b h l l l
Season: October-December
Register By September 16
Girls’ basketball seasons will return to regular team play in 2022! The season will begin with a minicamp hosted by your local high school coaches and players the week of September 26th. This will be a 4 day minicamp focused on drills and skills for them to take into the season. After the minicamp, players will be divided onto teams will start practicing on October 3rd. Teams will have two practices per week, with games on Saturdays. Games will begin on October 15th and run through November 5th with each team playing a double header on all the Saturdays except November 5th. Each player will receive an RCPR reversible jersey. Fee $40 |
Season: September-October
BOYS BASKETBALL
GIRLS BASKETBALL
Boys’ basketball seasons will return to regular team play in 2022! The season will begin with a minicamp hosted by your local high school coaches and players the week of October 31st. This will be a 4 day minicamp focused on drills and skills for them to take into the season. After the minicamp, players will be divided onto teams will start practicing on November 7th. Teams will have two practices per week, with games on Saturdays. Games will begin on November 19th and run through December 18th with each team playing a double header on all the Saturdays except December 18th. There will be no games on November 26th. Each player will receive an RCPR reversible jersey. Fee $40 | Register By October 14 Grades 2nd-3rd, 4th-5th, 6th-8th (Grade as of 2022-2023 school year)
Youth ATHLETICS
Grades: 2nd-3rd, 4th-5th, 6th-8th (Grade as of 2022-2023 school year)
ALL ABOUT ANIMALS
Can you explain the differences between mammals and reptiles? Or do you know which mammals live in the sea? In Snapology's Junior Scientists: All About Animals class, your little zoologists will be able to answer these questions in no time! They will learn all about the differences between vertebrates and invertebrates, warm blooded and cold blooded creatures, reptiles and mammals, and so much more while playing creatively with LEGO® DUPLO® bricks. Your child will be too busy exploring the animal world to realize that they are gaining critical social, motor, and developmental skills. Riverside Farm is located at 387 Old Bridgewater Road, Mt. Crawford Virginia. Fee $48 | Register by One Week Prior Ages 3.5-5 | Fridays | 10-11am | @RF September 9-30 October 7-28 November 11-December 16 (no class 11/25)
Youth
Snapology’s Junior Builders program! This four week program will give your learner opportunities to build functional DUPLO® models of amusement park rides, boats, ramps, cars and so much more! As your learner works alongside other little engineers, they will be learning the importance of teamwork and how collaboration is an essential component of engineering and design This program will introduce even the newest of students to a safe, collaborative, and creative classroom environment Fee $48 | Register by One Week Prior Ages 4-6 | Mondays | 4:30pm-5:30pm September 19-October 10 | @RCAC November 15-December 6 | @RCAC
SNAPOLOGY
JUNIOR ENGINEERS Does your little learner love to tinker and create new things? If so, they’re going to love
JUNIOR SCIENTISTS:
November 15-December 13 | @PDCC
In this five week course, your builder will begin their exploration into the world of LEGO® robotics by building simple, animal inspired machines that are controlled by icon based program codes We will teach your little learner some fundamental engineering and programming concepts as they build goofy animals and design perfect habitats to protect their new robotic friends Maybe you can't have an alligator as a pet at home, but you can definitely build one in our classroom at Snapology! Fee $60 | Register by November 8 Ages 4-7 | Tuesdays | 9:30-10:30am November 15-December 13 | @PDCC
ABCS & 123S
Students will learn about sequencing commands, value and sensor inputs, and loops Whether creating a robotic hockey player, pinball machine, or a ring toss, your child is sure to have fun building, learning, and playing We will be using our new LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime robotic sets which provides an intermediate level of robotics building and programming Fee $60 | Register by November 8 Ages 7-14 | Tuesdays | 10:45am-12pm
TODDLER & CAREGIVERS
Learning is so fun together! Young children will learn their colors, shapes, letters and numbers using DUPLO® bricks and other interactive learning methods including songs, stories, and games during this fun program To strengthen their knowledge in a playful manner, children are engaged in both structured and imaginative play during each session This four week class is for toddlers ages 1 3 years old with a caregiver staying to play & learn together Riverside Farm is located at 387 Old Bridgewater Road, Mt Crawford Virginia Fee $36 | Register by One Week Prior Ages 1-3 | Fridays | 10-10:45am | @RF September 9-30
Calling all gamers! Have a blast learning how to code while building robotic games to test your code in this five week program
November 11-December 16 (no class 11/25)
GAMEBOT ROBOTICS WITH LEGO SPIKE PRIME PART 1
ROBOPETS ROBOTICS WITH LEGO SPIKE PRIME PART 1
October 7-28
PLANES, TRAINS & AUTOMOBILES
In this four week class students will explore the world of transportation and build LEGO® models of their favorite forms of transportation as they learn about physics, energy, wheels and axles, air resistance, and more in a fun, easy to understand way They will also learn about the history and modern use of these vehicles, and apply this knowledge to their builds, all while having fun, collaborating with partners, and practicing presentation skills Fee $48 | Register by One Week Prior Ages 5-10 | Mondays | 5:45-6:45pm September 19-October 10 | @RCAC November 14-December 5 | @RCAC
BEGINNER WILD CAVING us for Beginner Wild Caving near Franklin WV This is an afternoon of learning basic caving safety, underground navigation, and some elementary limestone geology and is open to ages 12 and older (children and teens may attend unaccompanied, but their transportation must be provided by a parent or guardian) All technical gear is provided A personal suggested clothing list, Medical Form/Participant Agreement, and driving directions to the activity meetup will be supplied by WILD GUYde Adventures after registration Fee | By October 28 Sunday, November 13 | 1-5pm Ages 12+ | @GWNF
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Adult PROGRAMS
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BEGINNER ROCK CLIMBING & RAPPELLING
$25
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Join us and enjoy a full day of learning to climb, belay, and rappel for ages 12 and older (children and teens may attend unaccompanied, but their transportation must be provided by a parent or guardian). All technical gear is provided! A personal suggested clothing list, Medical Form/Participant Agreement, and driving directions to the activity meetup will be supplied by WILD GUYde Adventures after registration. $60 | Register by September 16 Saturday, October 1 | 9am-5pm Ages 12+
Participants will learn defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws and rules of the road to safely adjust driving to compensate for age related changes. Persons who complete the course will be issued a Certificate of Completion to be provided to your insurance company for a discount. Please feel free to bring a brown bag lunch to class. All course materials are provided to participants and no tests are involved. Class will be led by certified AARP instructor, Kati Mole. Fee $20 (AARP Members) $25 (Non-members) Register By Two Weeks Prior Ages 55+ | Thursdays | 8:30am-4pm September 29 | @PDCC January 19 | @RCAC
BACK COUNTRY NAVIGATION CLINIC
Join us for an afternoon of learning and practicing map and compass skills out in the George Washington Ntl. Forest; for day hikers, backpackers, mountain bikers, hunters, scout leaders, and anyone else who likes to wander off the beaten path. Ages 14 and older (teens may attend unaccompanied, but their transportation must be provided by parent or guardian). A personal clothing list, Medical Form/Participant Agreement, and driving directions to the activity meetup will be provided by WILD GUYde Adventures after registration. Fee $30 | Register by September 16 Sunday, October 16 | 1-5pm Ages 14+ | @GWNF
Register By January 2 Ages 16+ | 6:30-10:30pm | Mondays
Season: January-March | Ages 16+ | @WPMS Mondays & Wednesdays | 6:30-9:30pm
AARP SMART DRIVER
INTRO TO HIKING
COED VOLLEYBALL
The winter coed volleyball season will start early January and run through beginning of March. Games will be played on both Monday and Wednesday nights. Make up games are at the discretion of the department and can be played on any night. Teams must begin each match with equal or more females on the court. Space is limited to the first 8 teams. Fee $175 Per Team
Registration: October 11-December 16
Season: February 6-April 10 | @MMS
Thursday, September 15 | 6:30-7:30pm | @WO
The adult basketball season, open to men and women, will start early February and run through mid April. Night of play is listed below; however game days could change depending on the schools schedule. Make up games are at the discretion of the department. Playoff champions receive tee shirts. Entry fee must be paid in full at time of registration. Final rosters are due by the first game. Shirt sizes must be turned in at time of registration for jersey/shirt orders. Fee $350 Per Team |
Join Rockingham County Parks and Recreation and Walkabout Outfitters for this free introduction to hiking class. This event will take place at the Downtown Harrisonburg Walkabout Outfitters location, 90 N Main Street. This class will cover the basics needed to start hiking including the gear you need, how to fit footwear and packs and much more. FREE | Register By September 12
ADULT RECREATION BASKETBALL
Join us as we travel to the National Zoo in Washington, DC Our minibus will drop you off at the entrance and you will have hours to explore the zoo on your own or with other members of our group You can choose your own adventure, but we highly recommend visiting the Pandas on the Asian Trail and grabbing lunch at Elevation Burger near Lion and Tiger Hill Fee includes mini bus transportation, meal not included Fee $25 | Register By September 21
WASHINGTON, DC
Join Rockingham County Parks and Recreation on a scenic trip to Farmville, VA where you will have the opportunity to explore the spectacular Highbridge Trail State Park as well as partaking in a delicious meal at a Farmville favorite BBQ joint the Fish and Pig. Fee includes mini bus transportation, the cost of your meal is not included. Fee $20 | Register by October 5
HIGHBRIDGE TRAIL STATE PARK FARMVILLE, VA
NATIONALS VS ORIOLES
SKYLINE DRIVE, VA
WASHINGTON, DC
Join us as we travel to the nation’s capital for an evening of baseball at Nationals Park
NATIONAL ZOO
Enjoy a ride with fellow fans on our minibus, you will be dropped off at the stadium, with no need to stress about traffic or parking Fee includes mini bus transportation and ticket Fee $60 | Register By September 9
Wednesday, September 14 | 3:30pm-1am
Wednesday, October 12 | 10am-6pm
Wednesday, October 19 | 10:30am-3pm
You will have the opportunity to see beautiful scenic views, changing fall colors and a delicious meal at the Big Meadows Lodge Fee includes mini bus transportation and admittance into Shenandoah National Park, meal not included Fee $20 | Register by October 12
Bus TRIPS
Join Rockingham County Parks and Recreation on a scenic drive through the Shenandoah National Park’s Skyline Drive
FALL FOLIAGE TOUR
Wednesday, September 28 | 8am-6:30pm
COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG
Whether you’re ready to start Christmas shopping or just on the hunt for a good deal this trip will be a great opportunity for you! We’ll drop you off either at Ikea or Potomac Mills Mall, one of the best outlet malls in the area, and you will be free to explore at your leisure. Stores include Burlington, Calvin Klein, Coach, Columbia, Ikea, Lego, Oakley, North Face and many more. Fee includes mini bus transportation. Fee $20 | Register by October 26 Tuesday, November 1 | 9am-6pm
Join us on a fall trip to spectacular Colonial Williamsburg We will arrive in the midmorning, and you will have some time to explore the area and choose your favorite lunch option on your own In the afternoon we will have a three-hour guided tour of Colonial Williamsburg before returning home in the evening Fee includes guided tour and mini bus transportation Fee $65 | Register by October 18 Wednesday, October 26 | 7am-9pm
POTOMAC MILLS OUTLET MALL WOODBRIDGE, VA
ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE & CINEMA-AVATAR 2
SIGHT & SOUND THEATER DAVID LANCASTER, PA
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA Join us on a trip over Afton Mountain to the Alamo Drafthouse and Cinema for an afternoon showing of James Cameron’s Avatar 2. The Alamo offers food and drink service to your seat while you enjoy the movie. Avatar the Way of Water is a sequel to the 2009 hit Avatar which is the highest grossing box office film of all time. Fee Includes mini bus transportation and your movie ticket. Fee $18 | Register by December 16 Wednesday, December 21 | 11am-4pm
Join us on this trip to the magical Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA for a state of the art theatrical experience suitable for the whole family. This year the Lancaster site is showing David, a show that took more than three years to create. A master poet, fearless warrior, and anointed king the story of David is sure to keep your attention riveted to the stage. Fee includes mini bus transportation and ticket. Fee $110 | Register by November 2 Wednesday, November 16 | 9:30am-11pm
LANDOVER, MD
WASHINGTON COMMANDERS GAME
Here’s your opportunity to take in a Washington Commanders game in person while avoiding the hassle of traffic and driving! Watch new Commanders QB Carson Wentz take on Kirk Cousins and the Vikings in his return to DC. Fee includes your ticket to the game and mini bus transportation. Fee $90 | Register by November 2 Sunday, November 6 | 10:30am-11pm
ARUNDEL MILLS MALL & CASINO HANOVER, MD
Whether you are eager to hit up the casino or need to get your Christmas shopping done this trip is for you! We will provide transportation to and from the doors to this monstrous mall that has one a mile loop of your favorite stores. Stores include Bass Pro Shops, Burlington, Coach, Eddie Bauer, J Crew, Kate Spade, Merrell, Nike and many more! Don’t forget this trip also gives you access to the Live! Casino that adjoins the mall. Fee includes mini bus transportation. Fee $20 | Register by November 22 Tuesday, November 29 | 9am-6pm
WILLIAMSBURG, VA
SINGERS GLEN 2nd Thursday of the month | 10am
WOHLFAHRT HAUS CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR
These groups are open to all seniors in the community & encourages participants to have fun & stay active with BINGO & other activities! 2nd Monday of the month | 10:30am
@Plains District Community Center BROADWAY/TIMBERVILLE 4th Monday of the month | 10am
@Grottoes Town Hall GROTTOES senior
GROUPS
@Singers Glen Community Center
RIVERSIDE CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR FREDERICKSBURG, VA Experience the excitement, memories, and joy of Christmas as Riverside’s enthralling cast of singers and dancers present the very heart and essence of the holiday season. Rekindle your Christmas spirit with your favorite holiday classics with this glittering celebration of everything that makes this “the most wonderful time of the year”! Includes mini bus transportation, meal and show Fee $85 | Register By November 16 Wednesday, December 14 | 9am-6:30pm
WYTHEVILLE, VA Filled with song and dance, our Christmas Spectacular is a show stopping celebration of Christmas that is sure to have the whole family in awe! Sing along with both mainstream and traditional Christmas music! Each performance ends with the reason for the season, a Nativity that honors our Lord! Includes mini bus transportation, meal and show. Fee $75 | Register By November 30 Thursday, December 8 | 8:30am-7pm
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CANCELLATION OF ACTIVITY BY THE DEPARTMENT-Persons registered for a program which is cancelled by the department shall receive a full refund or credit for a future program, whichever the registrant prefers.
CANCELLATION OF PARTICIPANT IN LEAGUES AND TOURNAMENTS-Entry fees for team or individual participation in leagues and tournaments are nonrefundable or transferable 5 business days following the registration deadline.
PARTICIPANT CANCELLATIONS-Persons cancelling their registration prior to the registration deadline shall receive a full refund or credit for a future program, whichever the registrant prefers. No refunds will be given following the registration deadline.
NOTE: a $10 cancellation fee will apply, even if the space is filled. Please allow 2 to 4 weeks for processing and to receive refund checks.
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