Shawnee County Parks and Recreation The Guide for Fall 2018

GUIDE

Fall 2018

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Apple Festival Oct. 6-7 at Old Prairie Town Inside:

Lake Shawnee Adventure Cove Opens 6 Pg.

Progress in our Parks

MEET YOU THERE!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

FEATURES 1 2 3

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Special Events Fall/Winter Events These Martians Hear You Loud and Clear Progress in our Parks

PROGRAMS

7 Preschool 8 Youth 10 Adult 13 Senior 14 Fitness & Wellness 16 Sports 17 Annual Programs 18 Community Center Room

and Gym Rentals

DEPARTMENTS

8 Adopt-a-Park/Trail 9 Golf Courses 10 Kossover Tennis Center 11 Nature Programs 12 Helen Hocker Theater 14 Shawnee County Parks +

Recreation Foundation

15 Fitness Pass 16 Shawnee County Trails 18 Preschools 19 Facility Rentals 20 Old Prairie Town 21 Volunteer!

22 Regional Parks 23 The Kansas Children’s

Discovery Center

24 Topeka Zoo 25 Directory

SHAWNEE COUNTY PARKS + RECREATION VISION:

“Shawnee County Parks and Recreation in partnership with the citizens of Topeka and Shawnee County will develop and manage accessible, walkable parks, recreation facilities and programs through a collaborative leadership process that provides a longterm perspective for how parks and recreation will impact the livability and economic value of living in the city and county.”

SHAWNEE COUNTY PARKS + RECREATION MISSION: “Shawnee County Parks and Recreation is an essential service established to improve quality of life for all residents of the county by proactively responding to changing demographics, emerging trends while maximizing all available resources in providing quality parks, recreation facilities and programs that enhance the residents health, promotes economic vitality and long term sustainability now and for future generations.”

REFUND POLICY AND PROCEDURE

It is the intention of Shawnee County Parks + Recreation (SCP+R) to offer a refund and/or account credit for participants who qualify and meet the requirements. Participants who paid by cash, check or credit card will be issued a refund by check. All check refunds follow the County Treasurer’s bill paying schedule. There are no cash refunds.

CANCELLATION

Programs may be combined or cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. A full refund or account credit will be issued for programs, sports leagues or shelter reservations cancelled by the SCP+R Department. Credit card refunds can only be processed if program was cancelled by SCP+R. Sports Leagues and Clinics, Programs.

ROOM RENTALS

Refunds will be issued with a 20% cancellation fee if cancelled by participant at least 21 days prior to the program start date.

Cancellations less than 21 days prior to the start date will receive a 50 percent account credit. Account credit shall be utilized within twelve 12 months.

SHELTER RENTALS AND OLD PRAIRIE TOWN/WARD-MEADE

Refunds will be issued with a 20 percent cancellation fee for rentals cancelled by the participant at least 60 days prior to the reservation.

Cancellations less than 60 days prior to the reservation date will receive a 50 percent account credit. No account credit will be issued if cancellation is less than seven days of reservation. Any shelter transfer shall follow the refund policy. Transfers to a lower price shelter shall not yield a refund. Account credit shall be utilized within 12 months.

CAMPGROUND

All campground fees are non-refundable including unused reservations.

REFUND REQUEST

A Refund Request Form must be completed by participant. Forms are available at parks.snco.us, SCP+ R community centers, administrative offices or by calling 251-6800 and the refund request form can be mailed or emailed to participant.

Send completed forms to: Shawnee County Parks + Recreation 313 7 SE 29th Street Topeka, KS 66605 ATTN: Lori Anderson or via email: lori.anderson@snco.us

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HAL LOWEEN IN GA GE PARK PROJECT TERROR

Date: Oct. 12-31 Time: 7-11p.m. Fri & Sat nights plus Halloween Night

PROJECT HAL LOWEEN

A fun, spooky adventure for kids of all ages

SUPER CANDY QUEST

Journey through a candy-filled land of sweets, treats and sticky-tricky fun! Follow the path and complete the tasks as you wind through Gumdrop Mountain, Peppermint Forest, Chocolate Swamp and more. You might even meet King Candy himself. For kids ages two-to-12 (and their grownups) who want some Halloween fun without the scares.

APPLE

Festival Oct. 6-7, 2018 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Old Prairie Town, 124 NW Fillmore

Step back in time to the 1800s and enjoy pioneer craft demonstrations, enjoy heritage food, visit the vendors in the garden and enjoy everything apple! The festival has grown into one of the most popular in northeast Kansas and now includes the Wheatstock Music Festival. $10 (2-day advance ticket), $5 (1-day advance ticket), $7 (at gate), children 5 & under free.

Dates: Oct. 13-28 (Sat. & Sun.) Time: Saturday: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sundays: 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Fee: $5 at the door

SPOOKOMOTIVE

This delightful, not frightful train is just the ticket for the family. Enjoy a slightly spooky ride through Gage Park on the Spookomotive train. You never know who you might see along the way.

Dates: Oct. 20 and 27 Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Fee: $1.50 per person

BOO AT THE ZOO

Fun, safe trick-or-treating. A family favorite every year running.

Dates: Oct. 20 and 27 Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. each day Fee: Regular zoo admission

“Moving the event to two days last year increased attendance by 50 percent and this year, we’re expecting an even bigger crowd,” says John Bell of Old Prairie Town.

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2018 FALL

EVENTS SEPT. 15

Great Topeka Duck Race (Benefit for Sertoma) Lake Shawnee

SEPT. 22

Outdoor Kansas for Kids Day

Shawnee North Nature Trail Stream exploration, animal track casting, nature painting and more.

10 a.m.-noon Free

OCT. 6

Shawnee County Parks and Recreation Foundation Golf Tournament Lake Shawnee Golf Course 251-6885

OCT. 6-7

39th Annual Apple Festival

10 a.m.-5 p.m. $10 (2-day advance ticket), $5 (1-day advance ticket), $7 (at gate), children 5 & under free

OCT. 13

Art Show “Still Life”

Shawnee North Community Center 2-4 p.m.

OCT. 20 & 27 Spookomotive

Gage Park Mini-Train 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $1.50 per person

NOV. 21-DEC. 31 Winter Wonderland Lake Shawnee Suggested donation $10

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NOV. 30, DEC. 1, 7 & 8

Holiday Happenings

6-9 p.m. (Doors open at 6 p.m. dinner is served at 6:30 p.m.) $35 per person (includes Victorian dinner, dessert, tour and entertainment)

DEC. 1

Holiday Craft Show

Handmade crafts and goodies from 50 vendors.

Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Free

DEC. 8

Children’s Shopping Spree Garfield Shelter House 251-6950 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Free

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THESE MARTIANS HEAR YOU LOUD AND CLEAR

As a coach, it is often a force of habit to ask players “Can everyone hear me?” It’s a purely innocuous question. Players can almost always hear you. They may not always be listening, but they can hear you.

Then again, that’s not always the case.

Brothers Bryson and Brecken (Ben) Hale and Brody Hunninghake all played on the Mead Martians youth baseball team for Shawnee County Parks + Recreation this season. They smile and laugh and play (sometimes in the dirt) just like the other players on the team. There is only one difference. The boys are deaf.

With the help of sign language interpreter Heather MacLaren, as well as active and involved parents (David and Sara Hale, along with Chris and Amanda Hunninghake), the boys were able to participate just like the other 227 other kids in the Coach Pitch/T-Ball leagues with SCP+R. After a few practices, the Mead Martians played a five-game schedule in the Shawnee North league. The Martians were one of six teams in the league, while 14 teams played in the league across town at Felker Park.

The Martians team roster included 12 players: Lennon, Caden, Emilya (Emmy), Brecken (Ben), Bryson, George, Brody, Blane, Bentley, Abel, Andrew (Whoppie) and Angelika (Geli).

As coach of the Martians, I would like to say thank you to all of the players and parents for a fun season. In particular, Ben, Bryson and Brody taught me a few things this season.

FIRST: High fives are universal.

SECOND: When you do a good thing, celebrate it. It may be a home run in the World Series or a dribbler down the third base line. But raise those arms in triumph and smile every time, Brody. Learning to drop the bat before running to first can wait until next season, I guess.

THIRD: Talk to them. I don’t know sign language and they knew that. But talking doesn’t always require words. It might be giving a thumbs up or getting them to flap their arms like a bird in the batter’s box to get them to relax.

They may not be able to hear you, but they’re listening.

Derrick Mead Youth Sports Manager, Shawnee County Parks + Recreation

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Parks P ro g res s i n O u r

Updating parks, fixing a favorite fishing hole and adding a new adventure

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n the past three years, Shawnee County Parks + Recreation has added a new aquatics center that gained national attention, two completely renovated ballfields and a popular spray park in Dornwood Park and it just opened the new Lake Shawnee Adventure Cove.

Less spectacular but every bit as important is the effort spent on maintaining the department’s existing parks and facilities. There are 140 park properties that must be maintained. They include community centers, aquatic centers and swimming pools, shelter houses, public gardens, lakes and ponds, trails, ballfields, playgrounds and even traffic islands.

All of the aforementioned park amenities age and, just like a person’s home, require maintenance. SCP+R’s Master Plan calls for identifying and upgrading five to eight parks each year. With public input, an individual management plan for each park is developed to serve park users. A recent example is Hillcrest Park. Hillcrest Pool, once state-of-the-art, now has 40 feet of new shade structure, a new children’s slide, an Aqua Zip’n feature and a new exterior fence. The pool’s bathhouse now has a sound system, and new benches and doors. The park has new outdoor fitness equipment, a new playground structure, new security lighting and the community’s first Futsal court.

Public input is being taken into what the Hillcrest Community Center should become in the future.

Plans are underway to upgrade neighborhood parks as well, but SCP+R’s maintenance needs go far deeper. Retired engineer Jim Martin of the SCP+R Advisory Board dedicated hundreds of hours to a plan identifying $1.25 million in annual maintenance needs for the department. Repairing sidewalks, broken concrete on trails, fixing soffits on community centers and replacing worn-out carpet are not flashy items, but they are important to the park patron’s experience and to protecting the public’s investment in our parks.

“What matters to the public is each individual or family’s experience in our parks and facilities,” says John Knight, SCP+R director.

This is SCP+R’s focus as the department puts to work $3 million in deferred maintenance funds awarded to it by Shawnee County.

“Keeping parks and facilities in good repair, upgrading them as needed and even replacing or converting facilities to keep up with today’s desires for recreational facilities is critical to maintaining the quality of life in our community,” Knight says.

The funds will go quickly, replacing worn-out and rusting park benches, picnic tables and playground equipment. Playground surfaces need to be repaired. Riparian buffers need to be installed to control runoff into park ponds that cause algae blooms that can be harmful to fish, pets and humans.

In short, sidewalks that need repairs, park equipment that has deteriorated for decades, access to fishing and boating areas and aging community centers are in need of repair for Shawnee County to continue to have the kind of parks system in which our community can take pride.

Gage Park Fitness Loop Trail Regular walkers in Gage Park now have a safer place to get in their daily stroll. The 2-mile Gage Park Fitness Loop Trail now encircles the park, winding through tree-lined paths and across the Westlake pond.

The first half of the trail was created by the City of Topeka as it completed work on Gage Boulevard and SW 10th Street. A grant from the Sunflower Foundation made possible the west side of the trail along Westchester and a grant from the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism allowed the completion of the north side of the trail. The trail serves residents of surrounding neighborhoods, employees of nearby businesses and visitors to the park.

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Lake Shawnee Jr. gets major facelift A favorite fishing spot for youth and seniors received a muchneeded redo this summer thanks to the Shawnee County Parks and Recreation Foundation. The banks of Lake Shawnee Jr. had been eroding and silting in the shallow fishing pond. Bartlett & West of Topeka led a redesign that included a concrete block wall around the edges of the pond, adding an ADA accessible path around the pond plus a waterfall feature with stepping stones to allow park patrons to walk across in front of it.

Lake Shawnee Adventure Cove The much anticipated Lake Shawnee Adventure Cove opened in July attracting patrons of all ages. Paddle boats themed after dragons, pirate ships, swans, ducks and more are family favorites. Canoes and kayaks have made their requested Lake Shawnee comeback at the cove. The more adventurous souls opt for water trikes and paddle boards.

The various watercraft rent for $8-$12 per half-hour – long-enough to test the stamina of most paddle boaters. The watercraft were chosen for the Adventure Cove based on surveys of school students and an online survey of the general community. Future additions to the Adventure Cove could include a floating playground and water quality improvements that will once again allow swimming.

Passersby who fished the pond as children or who brought the children or grand children to fish at Lake Shawnee Jr. anxiously watched the progress and voiced their excitement for the project.

The pond now includes memorial benches that may be purchased in the name of loved ones. Call Rachel Meyer at 785-251-6885.

Besides drawing in local residents, SCP+R hopes that the Adventure Cove will attract families of ball players in town for weekend tournaments at Bettis Family Sports Complex and the Lake Shawnee Girls Softball Complex.

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PROGRAMS REGISTRATION

Choose from one of the many classes, activities, sports or other programs offered through Shawnee County Parks + Recreation and we’ll make it easy for you to register!

• To register online, go to parks.snco.us and click the Online Registration icon.

• Forms may also be mailed, walked in, phoned in or faxed to any Shawnee County Parks + Recreation facility.

PRESCHOOL Tumbling Basic movement and coordination; increases flexibility and motor skills.

Age: 3-5 yrs.

Fee: $30 per person per session Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Date: Sept. 10-Oct. 8, Oct. 22-Nov. 19 Time: Mon. 5:30-6 p.m.

Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Date: Sept. 15-Oct. 13, Oct. 27-Nov. 24 Time: Sat. 9:30-10 a.m.

Tap and Ballet 1 Develop coordination, rhythm and basic Ballet and Tap moves.

Age: 3-5 yrs.

Fee: $30 per person per session Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Date: Sept.12-Oct. 10, Oct. 24-Nov. 28,

NO CLASS Oct. 31 Time: Wed. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Fee: $30 per person per session Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Date: Sept. 15-Oct. 13, Oct. 27-Nov. 24 Time: Sat. 10-10:45 a.m.

Zumba Kids Jr.

Bedtime Stories with Santa

Zumba® Kids Jr. is great for kids to stay active while building leadership and teamwork skills as well as confidence, memory, imagination, creativity, balance, and spatial awareness. Bring your friends and join the party!

Age: 4-6 yrs.

Fee: $30 per person per session

An evening with a special guest reading his favorite Christmas story. Wear your pajamas and enjoy Santa’s favorite bedtime snack of milk and cookies.

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Age: All Date: Dec. 13 Time: Thur. 7-8 p.m.

Fee: $2 per person pre

registration is required

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Date: Sept. 13-Oct. 11, Oct. 25-Nov. 29,

NO CLASS Nov. 22 Time: Thur. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Date: Sept. 15-Oct. 13, Oct. 27-Nov. 24 Time: Sat. 11-11:45 a.m.

Community Story Time TSCPL Program Stories, songs and finger plays that encourage a love of reading and help develop early learning skills.

Crestview Community Center 257-2960 Fee: Free Date: Sept. 13, Oct. 11, Nov. 8, Dec. 14 Time: Thur. 10:30-11 a.m.

Toddler Open Gym Bring your little ones in for lots of fun being active. Groups are welcome.

Fee: Free Date: Ongoing Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Time: Wed. 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Crestview Community Center 251-2960 Time: Thur. 9-10:30 a.m.

Garfield Community Center Time: Tue., Thur. 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

The kids have fun and learn to do activities with other kids their age.

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YOUTH School Day Out Contact your local center for information on school day out activities or call 251-6800.

Children’s Acting Workshop and Performance

Adopt-a-

PARK/ TRAIL

Shawnee County Parks + Recreation’s Adopt-A-Park/Trail program is designed to encourage the community to take a hands-on approach to helping keep the county’s parks and trails clean, safe and attractive for residents and visitors through debris pick-up and beautification activities. The program promotes civic pride, appreciation, awareness and enhances the quality of life in our community.

For more information

contact Kim Atchison 785.251.6812 kimberly.atchison@snco.us

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Come learn acting games and warmups, improvisation games with an instructor from Helen Hocker Theatre.

Participants will be part of an actual play called Charming Princes! It is a modern twist on the old Cinderella tale. You will even make some props and costume pieces! We will rehearse the play for 7 classes and perform at our final class time for friends and family. No previous acting experience is required.

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Age: 7-12 Time: 4 p.m. Tuesdays for 8 weeks Date: Tue. Sept. 11 (for 8 weeks)

Youth Open Gym Fee: Free Age: 18 and under Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Date: Ongoing Time: Mon.-Thur. 3-6:30 p.m.,

Fri. 1-5:30 p.m., Sat. Noon-3 p.m.

Rice Community Center 251-6976 Date: Ongoing Time: Mon.-Thur. 3-6:30 p.m.

Oakland Community Center 251-6953 Date: Ongoing Time: Mon.-Fri. 3-5:30 p.m.

Crestview Community Center Date: Ongoing Time: Mon.-Fri. 3-5 p.m.

Sat. 9 a.m.-Noon

Tae Kwon Do Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Age: 7+ Date: On going Beginners Time: Tue. 6-7 p.m.

Advanced Time: Tue. 7-8 p.m.

Fee: $30 per person per month

Beginners Karate – Okinawan Shorin-Ryu Crestview Community Center 251-2960 Time: Tue., Thur. 6-7 p.m.

Fee: $30 per month

Advanced Karate – Okinawan Shorin-Ryu Crestview Community Center 251-2960 Time: Tue., Thur. 6-7:30 p.m.

Fee: $42 per month

Karate Central Park Community Center 251-6965 Time: Mon., Wed. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Fee: $30 per month

Advanced Tumbling Building on basic tumbling skills.

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Age: 6-9 yrs.

Date: Sept. 10-Oct. 8, Oct. 22-Nov. 19 Time: Mon. 6-6:30 p.m.

Fee: $30 per person per session

Jazz Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Age: 6-9 yrs.

Date: Sept. 10-Oct. 8, Oct. 22-Nov. 19 Time: Mon. 6:45-7:30 p.m.

Fee: $30 per person per session

Tap and Ballet 2 Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Age: 6-9 yrs.

Date: Sept. 12-Oct. 10, Oct. 24-Nov. 28,

NO CLASS Oct. 31 Time: Wed. 6:30-7:15 p.m.

Fee: $30 per person per session

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Zumba Kids Zumba® Kids is great for kids to stay active while building leadership and team work skills as well as confidence, memory, creativity, balance and spatial awareness. Bring your friends and join the party!

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Age: 7-11 yrs.

Date: Sept. 13-Oct. 11, Oct. 25-Nov. 29,

NO CLASS Nov. 22 Time: Thur. 6:30-7:15 p.m.

Fee: $30 per person per session

Art & You- TSCPL Program Enjoy hands-on art projects for kids with a variety of materials and techniques.

Garfield Community Center 251-6950 Age: Grades K-5 Date: Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec 5 Time: Wed. 4-5 p.m.

Fee: Free

Gingerbread House Creations Participants decorate their own house.

All supplies included.

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Age: 5+ Date: Dec. 1 Time: Sat. 9-11:30 a.m. or 1-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $25 per person

Kathleen’s balance, dexterity and coordination have improved considerably from this class. The class has also helped her with her selfconfidence & social skills— Karate

GOLF Courses Lake Shawnee 4141 SE East Edge Road 785.251.6840 www.lakeshawneegolf.com The par-70 layout at Lake Shawnee Golf Course measures more than 6,300 yards from the back tees. Many of the course’s holes combine breathtaking views and the challenges of playing alongside Lake Shawnee. The manageable length of the golf course and affordable anytime rates make Lake Shawnee Golf Course your best choice for golf in the region.

Cypress Ridge 2533 SW Urish Road 785.251.6870 www.cypressridgegc.com Cypress Ridge Golf Course offers a challenge for golfers of all ages and skill levels. Located at the western edge of the Capital City, Cypress Ridge offers 6,200 rolling yards of excellent golf with affordable anytime rates. It is located 1 ½ miles west of the Wanamaker corridor just south of 21st Street on Urish Road.

Forbes 700 SW Capehart Road 785.862.0114 www.forbesgc.com Forbes is a nine-hole, par-36 layout in southeast Shawnee County.

Measuring 3,253 yards, the course offers a relaxed atmosphere for golfers of all skill levels. Featuring three sets of tees on a links style layout, the course can be challenging for the experienced, yet easy enough for beginners.

FootGolf Along with traditional golf, Forbes offers FootGolf, a unique blend of the popular sports of soccer and golf.

The game is played with a soccer ball on the golf course but with separate greens featuring 21-inch diameter cups. The goal of FootGolf is to kick the ball in the hole with the fewest strokes possible. The course is set up as an 18-hole par-66 layout measuring 2,057 yards.

*FOOTBALL SPECIALS:

$29 for Green Fees, Cart and Range Balls Sat. and Sun. after Noon Aug. 4-Feb. 3 Cypress Ridge Golf Course and Lake Shawnee Golf Course

WINTER RATES:

Weekdays (Mon-Fri) Dec.-Feb. $22 at Lake Shawnee, $20 at Cypress Ridge and $16 at Forbes.

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KOSSOVER Tennis Center Center Hours Mon.-Fri. 4-8 p.m.

Sat. 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Private Tennis Lessons: $35/hr. (Discounts for Genesis members.)

Group Lessons available – ask for details!

Kossover Drop-in Doubles (call ahead to reserve your spot and for level pairings) Tuesday/Thursday Nights 7-8:30 p.m.

Fee: $5 per night or $3 per time for Topeka Tennis Association Members Youth/Junior Group Classes Spring Session 1: March 26-April 22 Spring Session: April 23-May 20 Stars (Red Ball) Ages 5-8 Tue. and/or Thur. 4-5 p.m.

Fee: $36/one day or $65/both days Rookies (Orange Ball) Ages 8-10 Mon. and/or Wed. 4-5 p.m.

Fee: $36/one day or $65/both days Future Stars (Green Ball) Ages 11-13 Mon. and/or Wed. 5-6:30 p.m.

Fee: $52/one day or $90/both days JR Tennis 101 – Middle/High School Players (Tue and/or Thur) 5-6:30 p.m.

Fee; $52/one day or $90/both days Adult Tennis Classes Spring Session 1: March 26- April 22 Spring Session 2: April 23-May 20 Situational/Instructional Adult Drill USTA 3.0/3.5 Level Thur. 6-7 p.m.

Fee: $36/session

ADULT Monarch & Pollinator Class Environmental Landscape Designers Elsie Gibeson and John Kerl will present ‘Monarchs, Milkweed & Way Stations’.

The monarch butterflies need our help now! We can help protect them by learning what to plant to attract them, the many different kinds of milkweed, how to grow them and how to build monarch habitats in your home gardens, parks or road sides. Free milkweed plants.

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Age: All Date: Sept. 5 Time: Wed. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Fee: Free

Oil and Acrylic Painting Learn the basics of oil or acrylic using the Old Masters technique.

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Date: Sept. 5-Sept. 26, Oct. 3-Oct. 24,

Oct. 31-Nov. 28, Dec. 5-Dec. 19,

NO CLASS Nov. 21 Time: Wed. 9:15-11:15 a.m.

Date: Sept. 5-Sept. 26, Oct. 3-Oct. 24,

Oct. 31-Nov. 28, Dec. 5-Dec. 19,

NO CLASS Nov. 21 Time: Wed. 1-3 p.m.

Date: Sept. 6-Sept. 27, Oct. 4-Oct. 25,

Nov. 1-Nov. 29, Dec. 6-Dec. 20,

NO CLASS Nov. 22 Time: Thur. 1-3 p.m.

Fee: $40 per person per session

Nov. Fee-$30

Beekeeper Classes Master beekeepers, Steve & Becky Tipton offer exciting opportunities in beekeeping. Explore hive construction, installing the bees, and hive management up until harvest time.

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Age: 12 + Date: Sept. 19, Oct. 17 Time: Wed. 6:30-8 p.m.

Fee: Free

Airplane Club Enjoy flying or watching indoor remote control planes.

Crestview Community Center 251-2960 Date: Ongoing Time: Thur. 10:30 a.m.-Noon Fee: Free

Tae Kwon Do Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Age: 7+ Family Friendly Date: Ongoing Beginners Time: Tue. 6-7 p.m.

Advanced Time: Tue. 7-8 p.m.

Fee: $30 per person per month

Karate - Okinawan Shorin-Ryu All classes family friendly. Check youth classes for dates and times.

Crestview Community Center 251-2960

Advanced Karate – Okinawan Shorin-Ryu All classes family friendly. Check youth classes for dates and times.

Crestview Community Center 251-2960

Competitive Adult “41” Drill USTA 3.5-4.5 Level Fri. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Fee: $36/session Kossover Tennis Center Staff Arek Kozaczuk – Manager, Head Tennis Professional Tanner Lantz – Tennis Professional

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ADAPTIVE PROGRAMS In an effort to expand programs offered to the adaptive community Shawnee County Parks + Recreation will help day service providers set up a variety of exciting programs that promote an active and healthy lifestyle. Individuals can join planned groups activities. Some of the programs available are racquetball, pickleball, volleyball, and wallyball. Other options can be discussed. To discuss activities or schedule group sessions call 251-6949.

Dancehouse Spend an evening with your friends.

Listen to music from Solid Rock Sound Machine.

Big Gage Shelter House. Call 251-6800.

Age: 16+ Date: Sept. 13, Oct. 11, Nov. 8, Dec. 13 Time: Thur. 6-8 p.m.

Fee: $5 per person

Mid Day Dance Party Come spend some time with your friends in a local park while listening to music from Shawnee County Parks + Recreation Mobile Rec Unit. September location will be in Gage Park. Look online for monthly locations.

Age: 18+ Date: Fourth Tuesday of each month.

(Weather permitting.)

Time: 1-3 p.m.

Fee: Free

NATURE Programs ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION EXPERIENCES Hands-on Learning Opportunities With prior arrangements, class trips can be tailored to meet curriculum standards or scout badge requirements.

Contact terri.banden@snco.us, 251-6818 Locations: • Dornwood Park • Warren Nature Area • Skyline Park • Clarion Woods Park • Other Nature Areas Fees: Set according to class size,

adult supervision and length

of session. $3-$5 per student.

PRAIRIE WALKING Bring the family, bring your camera, and bring your binoculars for a walk around prairies in the Parks. Come experience what nature manifests on a guided hike around different prairies in four different Parks. Learn to identify native grasses and wildflowers, invasive plants and more.

Age: Adult/Youth Park: Grant-Bradbury Date: September 15, 2018 Time: 9 a.m.

Fee: $5 per person Park: Skyline Date: September 29, 2018 Time: 9 a.m.

Fee: $5 per person Park: Warren Date: October 6, 2018 Time: 9 a.m.

Fee: $5 per person

FOUR SEASONS OF DORNWOOD Bring the whole family out to enjoy a guided trail walk through the historic Dornwood Nature Area.

We will continue a seasonal series of hikes through Dornwood this Fall. You will learn about plants, trees, birds and history of Dornwood Dairy.

Dornwood Park Age: Adult/Youth Dates & Times: Sept. 8, 2018 at 9 a.m. (Prairie Plants) Oct. 13, 2018 at 9 a.m. (Tree ID) Nov. 10, 2018 at Noon (Calhoun Formation) Dec. 15, 2018 at Noon (History of Dornwood) Fee: $5 per person On this series of guided walks you’ll hear about the history of Dornwood when it was a working dairy farm and learn to ID common trees, plants and birds in Kansas as you explore the wooded areas. Wander through fields that are being restored to native prairie, and see the rare cross-section of the Calhoun Formation. Dornwood Park is located at 2500 SE Highland Ave. The walk will commence at the gate leading to the nature trails located at the far east end of the Dornwood parking lot where SE 25th St. dead ends. Dornwood trails are unimproved and feature varied terrain. Hiking shoes are recommended. No flip-flops. Trail walk will cover approximately one mile.

Trail conditions will vary depending on weather. Please bring your own water, sunscreen and insect repellent as needed. There are no restroom facilities available in the Nature Area but, facilities are available at the Dornwood sports complex. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Walk will be rescheduled for in the event of rain.

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Project Terror Date: Time:

Oct. 12-31 7-11 p.m. Fri & Sat nights plus Halloween Night

Seasonal Allergies

Date: Nov. 30-Dec. 9 A hilarious holiday comedy by Katherine DiSavino and Kevin Mead. Do you have Seasonal Allergies? Nine out of 10 people do, but nobody has a case worse than Julia Shelby and her brother Peter. So get ready to laugh away your throat tickle and clear your sinuses with a healthy dose of Holiday Fun.

THEATRE FOR YOUTH Junie B. Jones is Not a Crook

Date: Sept. 14-23 A hilarious and heartfelt tale based on the best-selling book series by Barbara Park.

Something terrible happened to Junie B. Jones at school today! Someone stole her new furry mittens! So when Junie B. finds a wonderful pen of many colors, she should be allowed to keep it, right? Because finders keepers, losers weepers. And guess what?

There’s a new boy in kindergarten and he is the handsomest. Maybe he will love Junie B. when he sees her wonderful pen! It is okay to keep it, right? Junie B. Jones is not a crook . . . or is she?

PROJECT HALLOWEEN Super Candy Quest

Date: Oct. 13-28 (Sat & Sun) Time: Saturday: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sundays: 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Fee: Tickets $5 at the door Journey through a candy-filled land of sweets, treats and sticky-tricky fun! Follow the path and complete the tasks as you wind through Gumdrop Mountain, Peppermint Forest, Chocolate Swamp and more. You might even meet King Candy himself on this sweet Halloween adventure. For kids ages two-to-12 (and their grown-ups) who want some Halloween fun without the scares.

For more information 251.5990 www.HelenHockerTheater.com

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PUBLIC LIBRARY CLASSES Book Group Monthly book chat at Crestview.

Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Date: Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12 Time: Wed. 1-2 p.m.

Fee: Free

Computerized Genealogy This class is for all levels of experience.

Learn to use print and online resources.

Fee: Free Age: 18+ Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Date: Sept. 6, Oct. 4, Nov. 1, Dec. 6 Time: Thur. 10-11:30 a.m.

Central Park Community Center 251-6965 Date: Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, Dec. 10 Time: Wed. 1-2 p.m.

The Visual Journal Explore personal writing and creativity using a visual journal. Discover additional ideas through the work of others, in-session exercises and tech or online resources. We’ll provide prompts for inspiration and art materials.

Age: 18+ Fee: Free Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Date: Sept. 5 Time: 1-2:30 p.m.

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Date: Sept. 27 Time: 9-10:30 a.m.

Origami Learn how to use a few simple folds to create 3-D objects from paper.

Materials provided.

Age: 18+ Fee: Free Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Date: Oct. 3 Time: 1-2:30 p.m.

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Date: Oct. 25 Time: 9-10:30 a.m.

Learn to Knit Learn the basics of knitting. Already know how to knit? Join us and share what you’re working on. Materials provided.

Age: 18+ Fee: Free Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Date: Nov. 7 Time: 1-2:30 p.m.

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Date: Nov. 29 Time: 9-10:30 a.m.

Pomanders We’ll use oranges, cloves and ribbons to create traditional holiday decorations that not only look good, they smell good too. Materials provided.

Age: 18+ Fee: Free Crestview Community Center 2516960 Date: Dec. 5 Time: 1-2:30 p.m.

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Date: Dec. 27 Time: 9-10:30 a.m.

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Chapter Chat Chat about what you’re reading in this neighborhood book club. September book Player One by Ernest Cline. October book The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. November book, Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America by Barbara Ehrenreich. December Moon Over Manifest by Clare Vanderpool. Use your own book or pick one up at Crestview Community Center.

Age: 18+ Date: Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12 Time: 1-2 p.m.

Fee: Free

SENIOR Pitch Enjoy spending time with your friends playing pitch. Coffee and cards provided.

Date: Ongoing Fee: $1 per person per week Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Time: Fri. 1-3 p.m. NO CARDS Nov. 23 Crestview Community Center 251-2960 Time: Thur. 1-3 p.m.

Garfield Community Center 251-6950 Time: Tue. 1-4 p.m.

Senior Bridge Drop-in bridge program. Socialize and have fun playing bridge. Coffee and cards provided.

Central Park Community Center 251-6965 Date: Ongoing Time: Tue. 12:30-4-p.m.

Fee: $1 per person per week

Senior Basketball Crestview Community Center 251-2960 Time: Mon. 6-8 p.m.

Fee: $2 per person

Senior Shuffle Board Shuffle board is a drop-in program. Join an energetic group to socialize while having fun and being active.

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Shawnee County Parks + Recreation

FOUNDATION MISSION:

The Shawnee County Parks & Recreation Foundation exists to enhance the park and recreation experience in Shawnee County through charitable contributions of time and resources. Your tax-deductible contribution to this 501(c)(3) can be directed into specific funds or endowments supporting the longrange preservation of various Parks + Recreation facilities. Please consider giving today.

Projects supported by generous gifts include:

• Adaptive Recreation • Bettis Family Sports Complex • Dornwood Park • Gage Park & Gardens • Golf Courses • Hanger Preserve • Helen Hocker Theater • Kossover Tennis Center • Lake Shawnee Girls Softball • Natural Areas & Trails • Old Prairie Town • Shawnee County Baseball Hall of Fame • Shawnee Yacht Club • Ted Ensley Gardens • Topeka Horseshoe Association • Youth Scholarships

SCPRF also offers a memorial bench program to honor your loved ones.

For $2,500 you can place a black steel arched back bench with an engraved bronze plaque in one of Shawnee County’s beautiful parks. An application form is available online by clicking on “Ways to Give”.

FITNESS & WELLNESS Adult Open Gym A good time to get in some physical activity to stay fit.

Date: Ongoing Fee: $2 per person Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Time: Mon., Tue., Thur.,

Fri. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Wed. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Crestview Community Center 251-2960 Time: Tue., Thur. 1-3 p.m.

Oakland Community Center 251-6953 Time: Mon.-Fri. Noon-3 p.m.

Racquetball/ Wallyball Courts To reserve a court please call.

Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Date: Ongoing Time: Mon.-Thur. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Fee: $3 per person/ per hour

Wellness Center Open year-round during center hours.

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Fee: $50 per year adults $25 per year students Fitness Passes can be used for

drop-in visits.

Open Volleyball All skill levels welcome to drop-in.

Crestview Community Center 251-2960 Time: Mon., Wed., Fri.

10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Fee: $2 per person

Prime Time Volleyball Crestview Community Center 251-2960 Date: Ongoing Time: Tues. 7-9 p.m.

Fee: $2 per person

Pickleball

Fee: $2 per person Crestview Community Center 251-2960 Time: Wed. 1-3 p.m.

Date: Ongoing Oakland Community Center 251-6953 Time: Tue. & Fri. 9-11 a.m.

Date: ongoing Garfield Community Center 251-6950 Time: Mon. & Wed. 10 a.m.-Noon

Thur. 6-8 p.m.

Date: Ongoing

Rowing Clinic Topeka Rowing Association (TRA) is teaming up with Shawnee County Parks + Recreation to offer a rowing clinic for members of the community.

This clinic is designed as an introduction to rowing and is geared for people aged 13 years and older.

Rowing is one of the best aerobic, total-body exercises available and not only burns calories, but also tones muscles in the entire body. It’s also lots of fun! 251-6800 Date: Sept. 8 Time: Sat. 9-11 a.m.

Fee: $30 per person

For more information contact Rachel Meyer

785.251.2685 scprfoundation.org

1800 SE 21st Street, 66607

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Crestview Community Center 251-2960 Time: Mon.-Fri. 10-11 a.m.

Lake Shawnee by Reynolds Lodge 251-6800 Time: Wed. & Fri. 7-8:15 p.m.

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Hypno Yoga Crestview Community Center 251-2960 Time: Mon., Wed. Noon-1 p.m.

Gentle Yoga Central Park Community Center 251-6965 Time: Tue., Thur. 9-10 a.m.

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Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Time: Mon., Wed., Fri. 9:15 a.m.-10 a.m.

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SPORTS Sports Office: 251-6970

Shawnee County

TRAILS

YOUTH Winter Basketball League

Shawnee County Parks + Recreation’s nearly 60 miles of trails offer a leisurely stroll with side ventures into beautiful gardens, or a hike, run or mountain bike ride up hilly terrain leading to panoramic views of the county. There are 30 miles of paved trails and nearly 28 miles of natural surface trails running through forested, prairie and open natural areas. Shawnee County Parks + Recreation is continually increasing the number and length of trails in our community while connecting as many trails as possible.

Shunga Trail – 8.5-mile paved concrete pedestrian/bicycle trail beginning at Crestview Park (near SW 27th and Fairlawn) and continuing east to SE 2nd. The trail will eventually stretch across Topeka.

Gage Park Fitness Loop Trail – 2-mile paved trail encircling Gage Park.

Lake Shawnee Trail – 7-mile paved concrete pedestrian/bicycle trail encircling the lake.

Dornwood Nature Trail – 9.9 miles of natural surface, woodland hiking trail accessible from SE 25th and Highland.

Grant-Bradbury – Located west of Forbes Field, 2 miles of natural surface trails run through 80-acres of virgin prairie that has never been plowed. The area includes hundreds of native prairie species, some of which are scarcely found elsewhere in the state.

Landon Trail – 4.75-mile paved and gravel trail along an abandoned railroad track running from SE 15th to SE 45th.

Soldier Creek Trail – 1.8-mile paved concrete bicycle/pedestrian trail from NE Garfield Park to NW Lyman Road.

Azura Trails at Skyline Park – Four singletrack loop trails comprising 4.47 miles of natural surface trails through wooded and prairie areas offering the most panoramic views of Shawnee County from the famed Burnett’s Mound.

Orville Rice Nature Trail – 1-mile mowed grass single track trail following Shunga Creek from SW Gage to the Shunga Trail near McDonald Field.

Warren Nature Area – 4 miles of natural surface trails beginning at SW 25th and Gage east of Felker Park. The trail includes a wetland to slow and clean runoff water from streets and neighborhoods. Many birds, mammals and aquatic species can be found here.

Welton Grove Park – 3 miles of natural surface trails.

Shawnee North Nature Trail – 2-mile natural surface trail on undeveloped parkland comprised of grasslands and wooded areas.

The first quarter-mile is asphalt paved for accessibility. Shawnee North Community Park also has a .8 mile paved fitness loop trail encircling the west side of the park.

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Deer Creek Trail – 2-mile trail from SE Golden to SE 6th and SE 6th to SE 10th.

Oakland-Billard/Santa Fe Park Trails – 1.6 miles of paved trail.

Freedom Valley – .75-mile concrete path.

Clarion Woods Trail – 1.54 miles of singletrack trail through a red cedar forest.

Betty Phillips Park – .44-mile paved trail.

Brookfield Park – .3-mile paved trail.

Players will be placed on teams which will practice once during the week and play games on Saturdays. Individual or team registrations accepted.

Registration deadline is Dec. 12.

Age: 4-14 Date: Jan. 19-Feb. 23 (Saturday) Fee: $40 per person

SCABA Baseball Shawnee County Amateur Baseball Association serves youth baseball athletes of varying age groups.

Individual registrations or team registrations accepted at 6U Instructional level. All other age groups register as a team.

Team deposit ($250) deadline is Jan. 23. Deadline for paperwork and remaining fee is March 1.

Age: 4-14 Date: April 1-July 29 Fee: 6U Instructional – $85 per player

7U-8U – $1,360 per team

9U-14U – $1,525 per team

SCGSA Softball Shawnee County Girls Softball Association serves youth softball athletes between the ages of four and 18. Children six and under sign up individually, while registration is required for ages seven to 18.

Team deposit ($250) deadline is at Feb. meeting.

Lake Shawnee Softball Complex Age: 4-18 Date: April 1-July 13 Fee: 6U - $85 per player

7U MP/8U PP - $950 per team

10U-14U - $1,250 per team

Grand Slam - $800 per team

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Spring Soccer League Participants will be placed on teams which will practice once during the week and play games on Saturdays.

Individual or team registrations accepted. Choose preferred league location. Registration deadline is Feb. 6.

Age: 4-14 Date: April 6-May 4 (Saturday) Fee: $40 per person

Spring Volleyball League Participants will be placed on teams which will practice once during the week and play games on Saturdays. Individual or team registrations accepted. Choose preferred league location. Registration deadline is Jan. 23.

Age: 7-14 Date: March 2-30 (Saturdays) Fee: $40 per person

Blacktop Basketball League This new OUTDOOR basketball league will play evening games at Hillcrest Park.

Registration deadline is April 17. Age groups will begin at 8U, giving younger players an opportunity to gain experience playing on 10-foot rims. League play will be full court 4-on-4 and will also be offered at 11U, 14U and 17U, which is an age group not offered in winter league.

Age: 7-17 Date: May 28-June 25 (Tuesdays) Fee: $40 per person

ADULT

Adult Volleyball League – Session 4 Women’s and CoRec volleyball leagues play a six-week season with 12 matches.

Players must register as a team and submit roster prior to first game.

Registration deadline is Oct. 10.

Age: 16+ Date: Nov. 1-Dec. 21 Fee: $150 per team

Adult Basketball League – Session 4

Adult Basketball League – Session 1

Art Show “Still Life”

Men’s basketball leagues play a sevengame season. Players must register as a team and submit a roster prior to first game. Registration deadline is Dec. 12.

Ages: 16+ Date: Jan. 3-Feb. 21 Fee: $260 per team

Students from MaryLou’s art class will display their works of art. This is a fun social event for friends, family and art lovers alike.

Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Date: Oct. 13 Time: Sat. 2-4 p.m.

Adult Volleyball League – Session 1

Spookomotive

Women’s and CoRec volleyball leagues play a six-week season with 12 matches.

Players must register as a team and submit roster prior to first game.

Registration deadline is Jan. 16.

Age: 16+ Date: Feb. 18-April 12 Fee: $150 per team

This delightful, not frightful train is just the ticket for the family. Enjoy a slightly spooky ride through Gage Park on the Spookomotive train. You never know who you might see along the way.

Dates: Oct. 20 & 27 Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Fee: $1.50 per person

Adult Softball League – Session 1

Holiday Craft Show

Women’s, Men’s, and CoRec slowpitch softball leagues play a four-game season or an 8-game season. Players must register as a team and submit a roster prior to first game. Registration deadline is Feb. 13.

Age: 16+ Date: March 18-April 19 Fee: $130 per team for 4 games or

$260 per team for 8 games

Go shopping for handmade crafts and goodies from 50 vendors.

Crestview Community Center 251-6961 Date: Dec. 1 Time: Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Fee: Free

ANNUAL PROGRAMS Outdoor Kansas for Kids Day

Candy Cane Hunt/S’mores with Santa Drink hot chocolate and eat s’mores with Santa, and then children will hunt for candy canes.

Date: Dec. 8 Time: Sat. 5:30-7 p.m.

Fee: $3 per person

Activities will take place along the Shawnee North nature trail. Enjoy a getting the family involved in exciting nature activities including nature painting, stream exploration, and animal track casting.

Shawnee North Community Center Trail 251-6953 Date: Sept. 22 Time: Sat. 10 a.m.-noon

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COMMUNITY CENTER ROOM AND GYM RENTALS Room Rentals

Bright Circle Preschool

TDC’s Creative Learning Adventures Preschool

3325 SE Tinman Circle 6715 SW Westview Rd.

300 NE 43rd St. Jamie Brown, 785.286.0676 or 785.272.5051 www.learnplaygrow.org

Betsey Litscher 785-235-1033 Bright Circle is a KDHE licensed preschool program serving children age 3-5 years old. We’ve been educating preschool aged children for more than 35 years! We believe that children learn best through the natural play environment.

The early years of a child’s life are most important because that is when the characteristics of their personalities and their own self-image develop. We strive to provide appropriate activities to develop each child socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively. Through these activities, children are encouraged to learn through play, and develop their skills through self-learning, peer education and teacher-directed activities.

We value not just learning, but the love of learning as well.

In order to ensure individual attention, class size is limited to 15 students. A $35 non-refundable registration is required; tuition of $11 per day is collected at the beginning of each month.

Lake Shawnee Recreation Building, 3325 SE Tinman Circle *Mon.,Wed.,Fri. 9-11:30 a.m.

Tue., Thur. 9-11:30 a.m. *Mon., Wed. 1-3:30 p.m.

Tue., Thur. 1-3:30 p.m. *We have reserved the Mon., Wed., Fri. classes for only kindergartenbound students. This promotes a more efficient environment.

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TDC’s Creative Learning Adventures is a statelicensed preschool program serving children ages 3-5 years, August through May. TDC Learning Centers, Inc. has been providing highquality, affordable early education in the Topeka community for 55 years!

Weekly themes combined with a research-based curriculum ensure that children are having fun while learning and being prepared for kindergarten. Play and positive interaction with teachers and other children support social, emotional and intellectual growth. Special curriculum components encourage nutrition, physical fitness and socio-emotional growth. Our program spans all areas of a child’s development, offering a well-rounded, high-quality learning experience.

Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 12 children per session. We have two classrooms that are located in the Shawnee North Community Center. Parents are our partners and are encouraged to participate in classroom activities.

Parent/teacher conferences are held twice each year where parents help develop their child’s Individual Education Plan. Developmental assessments are conducted twice each year and children who are kindergarten-bound have an additional school readiness assessment. Children must be 3 years old and fully potty trained to participate.

Four different class times are offered: Mon., Wed., Fri. Mornings, 9-11:30 a.m.

Tue., Thu. Mornings, 9-11:30 a.m.

Mon., Wed., Fri. Afternoons, 1-3:30 p.m.

Tue., Thu. Afternoons 1-3:30 p.m.

Room rentals are available throughout the year at our community centers.

Whether you are having a baby shower, birthday party, family reunion or staff training we have a room to accommodate your needs. Rentals include access to game tables in the lobby. When renting at our facility, you are allowed to bring in your own food and drink.

Fee: $30 per hour Central Park Community Center 251-6965 Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Garfield Community Center 251-6950 Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Oakland Community Center 251-6953 Rice Community Center 251-6976 Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676

Gym Rentals Gyms are available for rent throughout the year at our community centers.

Sport practices, staff team building, tournaments and special event rentals can all be accommodated in our facilities.

Fee: $40 per hour Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Garfield Community Center 251-6950 Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Oakland Community Center 251-6953 Rice Community Center 251-6976 Fee: $50 per hour Central Park Community Center 251-6965

Tuition: $50 non-refundable registration fee/ $75 maximum per family. Class fees are $15 per session that are collected on the first day of the month. A $40 annual supply fee covers all supplies and snacks.

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For baby showers, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and more, Shawnee County Parks + Recreation has a variety of facilities available to rent for all of your family events. For a listing of amenities, availability or to make a reservation, call 785-251-6800 or visit us online at parks.snco.us.

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Big Gage 250 Year-round 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

During Summer Camp 6 - 10:30 p.m.

(Sat.-Sun.) 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Westlake 70 Year-round 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

Snyder’s Cabin 70 Year-round 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

Carousel Room 42 Year-round 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

Children’s Party House 30 Year-round 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

Steak Grill 40 April 1-Oct. 31 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

Corral #2 40 April 1-Oct. 31 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

Reinisch Rose Garden 150 April 1-Oct. 31 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m. (M-Th.)

Fri.-Sun) 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Lake Shawnee

Shelter #1 120 April 1-Oct. 31 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

Shelter #2 50 April 1-Oct. 31 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

Shelter #3 80 Year-round 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

(Sat.-Sun.) each session Shelter #4 120 April 1-Oct. 31 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

Shelter #5 120 April 1-Oct. 31 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

Shelter #6 80 Year-round 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

(Sat.-Sun.) each session Garden House 70 Year-round 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

(Sat.-Sun.) 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Garden Pagoda 45 April 1-Oct. 31 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m. (M-Th.)

(Fri.-Sun.) 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Garden Pergola 90 April 1-Oct. 31 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m. (M-Th.)

(Fri.-Sun.) 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Reynolds Lodge 200 Year-round 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

(Sat.-Sun.) 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Gazebo #1 75 April 1-Oct. 31 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m. (M-Th.)

(Fri.-Sun.) 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Lake Shawnee Event Center 200 Year-round 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m. (M-Th.)

(Fri.-Sun.) 8 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Yacht Club 40 April 1-Oct. 31 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

Other Facilities

Crestview Shelter 128 Year-round 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

(Sat.-Sun.) 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Lakewood Shelter 70 Year-round 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

(Sat.-Sun.) 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Garfield Shelter 160 Year-round 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or 5:30-10:30 p.m.

(Sat.-Sun.) 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Fee

$220 $200 $440 $85 $110 $135 $70 $65 $65 $175 $350

$70 $85 $110 $150 $70 $70 $110 $150 $165 $400 $175 $350 $220 $440 $165 $450 $220 $440 $300 $600 $85

$150 $350 $150 $275 $150 $350

*No Reservations on 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1* *All-day reservations on Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day and Thanksgiving Day (10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.)* *Prices in printed materials subject to change after publication. Visit parks.snco.us for most current information.

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Old Prairie

TOWN

At Ward-Meade Historic Site

Hours Grounds: 8 a.m.-dusk Office: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Mulvane General Store: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Noon-4 p.m. Sun. Potwin Drug Store: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Noon-4 p.m. Sun. Winter hours (Nov.-Feb.): Closed on Mondays Tours Group tours for 15 or more by reservation only, call 785-251-6993 Monday-Friday: 10 a.m., Noon, & 2 p.m.

Saturday: Noon & 2 p.m.

Sunday: 2 p.m.

Tour Fees Adults: $5 Seniors (55+): $4 Children 6-12: $3 5 and under: Free

FEATURING:

1854 replica Log Cabin with Blacksmith Shop, 1870s Prairie Mansion on the National Register of Historic Places and the 2.5-acre Ward-Meade Botanical Garden.

TOWN SQUARE:

Mulvane General Store An old-fashioned mercantile that serves as our museum gift shop and visitors center. Kansas items, toys from yesteryear, souvenirs, and unique gifts are available. Call 785-251-6995.

Potwin Drug Store Sit at the marble counter and order a soda fountain treat or shop for vintage-era candy. The drug store building also includes the Durst Physician’s Office and Fyler Dentist Office. Call 785-251-6997.

1880 Everest Church The church can be rented for church services and weddings. Call 785-251-6993.

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Established in 1963, the 2.5 acre Ward-Meade Botanical Garden contains approximately 500 varieties of trees and shrubs plus annual flowers planted each year.

The garden includes many plants requiring shade as well as many unusual specimen plants.

It features a National Hosta Display Garden and National Day Lily Display Garden. The area has three water gardens including Anna’s Asian Reading Garden, a stream, a bridge, a gazebo and waterfall. Weddings can be held at this location as well. Call 785-251-6993 for more information.

SCHOOLHOUSE SESSION

Looking for a unique experience for your class or youth group? Come spend an hour in our authentic one-room Victor Schoolhouse learning about our Kansas country school legacy, ciphering on slates, participating in a spelling bee and playing old-time games.

WEDDINGS AND RECEPTIONS

Make your wedding a historic event! Rental includes decorating and clean-up, a one-hour rehearsal time the night before your wedding and wedding packages include bride’s dressing facilities. The Preston Hale room serves as a back-up for inclement weather.

Additional hours may be purchased for $50 each. Call 785-251-6993 for more information. Rental amount total due at time of booking.

Package 1 Anna’s Place and Reception $355 3-hour rental including kitchen and Preston Hale room for reception. Rental includes bride’s dressing facilities. *No seating available at Anna’s Place.

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Package II Courtyard (wedding only) $355 Rental includes bride’s dressing facilities. Seating for 100 provided.

Package III Courtyard and Reception $580 5-hour rental period including kitchen and Preston Hale room for reception. Rental includes bride’s dressing facilities. Seating for 100 provided.

Package IV Everest Church (wedding only) $495 3-hour rental includes bride’s dressing facilities.

Max seating 65.

Package V Everest Church and Reception $770 5-hour rental period including kitchen and Preston Hale room. Rental includes bride’s dressing facilities. Max seating 65.

MEALS FOR GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONS

The following meal programs include two hours room rental.

Ward Cabin Hearth Meals This unique meal is one of the more popular activities at Old Prairie Town, so make your reservations early! Meals are served at fireside tables in the Ward cabin, and diners are treated to special hearthcooking demonstrations with a side dish of history, all provided by costumed volunteers. These family style meals are offered from October 15 through March 15 with reservations for groups of 12-18.

Menu 1 $20 per person Hearth-cooked ham or smoked turkey, sweet potatoes, Irish potatoes, fruit, Dutch oven baked biscuits, hearth-baked molasses cookies, old-fashioned ice cream, cider and coffee.

Menu 2 $15 per person Beef Stew or Chicken and Noodles, hearth baked cornbread, fruit, molasses cookies, old-fashioned ice cream, tea and water.

Victorian Dinner $27 per person For a change of pace, enjoy this delightful Victorian meal served buffetstyle in the elegant dining room of the 1870’s mansion. Gleaming silver, fine china, crisp linens, and a gracious atmosphere make this an occasion to remember. Choice of entree includes baked ham with cherry sauce or brandicot chicken served with salad, vegetable, potatoes, freshly baked bread and old-fashioned ice cream.

Picnic Basket Dinner $15 per person The delicious hot chicken pocket sandwich featuring Old Prairie Town’s own special recipe makes the picnic basket dinner a year-round favorite. Also included in the basket are fruit, cole slaw or potato salad, cookie, ice cream and a drink.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES AT OLD PRAIRIE TOWN

Celebrate your child’s birthday in a historic yet exciting way.

Choose from two party packages. Parties include a volunteer in period costume to lead the party as well as set-up and clean-up.

Parties are two hours in length and can be booked any day of the week throughout the year except holidays.

Old-Fashioned Birthday Party (Ages 6–12 yrs.) $10 per participant. Minimum 10. Maximum 15.

This party is held in our one-room country schoolhouse with oldfashioned turn-of-the century fun. This party includes a “session” with the schoolmarm playing old time games. Guests will share an old-fashioned cake with ice cream and lemonade. We also furnish handcrafted favors, a prize and a tour. Minimum 10; maximum 15.

Two hours.

Children’s Victorian Tea Party (Ages 6-12 yrs.) $10 per participant.

Your child and guests get to dress up in costumes from a “surprise trunk” and will be treated to an elegant birthday tea. We provide finger food and cookies just like food that would have been served in the Victorian era when tea was considered a social event. Minimum 10; maximum 15. Two hours.

PARKS • GARDENS • TRAILS • EDUCATION • FACILITY MAINTENANCE • CULTURAL + HISTORICAL TOUR GUIDES • EVENTS • COACHING • SCHOOL PROJECTS • ADMINISTRATIVE

VOLUNTEER!

Shawnee County Parks + Recreation has a variety of opportunities for volunteers to help beautify and preserve our natural environment, serve the community, raise awareness, develop new skills and meet new people!

For more information contact Kim Atchison

785.251.6812 kimberly.atchison@snco.us

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Regional

PARKS

LAKE SHAWNEE

GAGE PARK

Other Recreational Opportunities • Summer Day Camps • Disc Golf • Tennis Courts • Soccer Fields • Heated Fishing Dock • Sand Volleyball Courts • Windsurf Beach • Topeka Metro Bike Stations

Attractions • Mini-Train & Depot (Open midMarch through October – weather permitting) • Carousel in the Park (Open midMarch through October) • Reinisch Rose Garden & Doran Rock Garden • Hazel Von Rohr Victorian Gardens • Blaisdell Family Aquatic Center • All War Memorial • Hill’s Bark Park • Kansas Children’s Discovery Center • Animaland children’s play area • Topeka Metro Bike Stations • Helen Hocker Theater • Topeka Zoo

Other Recreational Opportunities • Summer Day Camps • Accessible Ball Field • Softball Diamond • Soccer Fields • Topeka Metro Bike Station • Sand Volleyball Courts • Horseshoe Courts • Amphitheater • Shelter Houses Rose Garden Weddings Imagine the romantic beauty of your wedding in the Reinisch Rose Garden. Peak blooming times for the 5,500 roses are late May into early June, and again in early to mid-September.

The Carousel Party Room north of the garden accommodates final wedding and dressing preparations. The adjoining air-conditioned room has a full kitchen, serving island, tables and chairs to seat 42 for a small reception or a gathering place before the wedding.

For more information on Gage Park facility rentals please call 785-251-6800 or visit parks.snco.us.

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Attractions • 410-acre recreational lake • 7-mile Lake Shawnee Trail • Marina • Boat Ramps • Campground • Ted Ensley Gardens • Lake Shawnee Jr. Pond • Lake Shawnee Golf Course • Shelter Houses • Bettis Family Sports Complex • Lake Shawnee Girls Softball Complex

Ted Ensley Gardens The Ted Ensley Gardens are located on the west side of scenic Lake Shawnee, offering a great panoramic view. They provide a beautiful, 9.5-acre setting with a wealth of design ideas and spectacular plantings.

The Garden’s entrance is at the Trailhead facility located north of West Edge Road and 37th Street. The entrance begins with a beautiful 60-foot covered bridge and continues through to meditation and rock gardens, annual and perennial beds, rose and water gardens, a gazebo, pergola, pagoda, waterfalls, and several ponds. An arboretum with 120 species of trees is just across the street.

An adjoining natural area is under development.

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CAMPGROUND

Campground Policies • Laundry facilities are available at the shower building.

• Ice and firewood are sold at the concession area from April 15 to Oct. 15.

• Showers and restroom facilities are located at the entrance area and north end of the campground.

Please keep these areas clean.

• Please have your children watch carefully for cars around the area. YOU are responsible for the conduct and whereabouts of your children at all times. Courteous behavior is encouraged.

• Animals must be under control of the owner and on a leash 10-feet or less.

• A dump station is available for use. Fee is $8 for noncampers.

Registration Fees • April 15-Oct. 15 RV, Campers, Tents - $20 per night • Oct. 16-April 14 RV, Campers, Tents - $17 per night • 62+ years of age and older receive a $2 discount off the daily rate.

• Fees are non-refundable.

• Sites 117-119 and 132-141 are designated tent sites.

A $6 fee is assessed to those parties wishing to set up a tent behind a camping unit or a second tent in specified sites.

Individual Reservations • Beginning April 15, reservations will be accepted for arrival dates of May 15 through Sept. 15 each year.

• Reservations must be for a minimum of two (2) nights.

• Refunds will not be issued for unused sites.

PUBLIC FISHING AREAS • • • • • • •

Lake Shawnee Lake Shawnee, Jr. Westlake, Gage Park Central Park Pond, 1534 SW Clay Clarion Woods Pond, SW 37th & Fairlawn Freedom Valley Pond, SE 14th & Locust Ward-Martin Creek in Auburndale Park, 2400 NW Perry • Horseshoe Bend Pond, SE 43rd & Horseshoe Bend St. All areas are available 6 a.m.-11 p.m. daily, unless otherwise posted, and are stocked regularly by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks and Tourism regulations apply. Lake Shawnee and WardMartin Creek in Auburndale Park are stocked in the spring and fall with trout. Barrier-free fishing docks are available at Westlake, Central Park Pond, Clarion Woods Pond and Lake Shawnee, which also features a heated fishing dock. For more information contact KDWTP at 785-273-6740 or www.kdwpt.state.ks.us.

The Kansas Children’s

DISCOVERY CENTER 4400 SW 10th Ave in Gage Park 785-783-8300 www.kansasdiscovery.org

The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center is a hands-on children’s museum where children can explore, create, discover and learn through play. Children with their caregivers play in 15,000 square feet of indoor education exhibits, including science, careers, building and art, plus a 4.5-acre certified Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom to inspire a lifelong love of learning for every child.

THE PIGEON COMES TO TOPEKA! A MO WILLEMS EXHIBIT Exhibition inspired by the art and characters of the beloved children’s book author and illustrator Mo Willems including Elephant and Piggie, Knuffle Bunny and The Pigeon, the wily city bird best known for his antics in Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! Date: Sept. 24, 2018-Jan. 4, 2019 Fee: Regular admission HY-VEE FREE FAMILY FUN NIGHT Play at the museum during extended hours for free thanks to generous support from Hy-Vee. Date: Wed. Oct. 10 Time: 4-7 p.m.

Fee: Free to the public PUZZLE PIECES Free admission and special resources for families with children who have Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Date: Second Sunday of each month Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Fee: Free to families with a child who has an Autism Spectrum Disorder TODDLER TUESDAYS Interactive movement and dance to help young children develop motor skills. Presented by the Kansas Ballet Academy.

Date: Tuesdays Time: 10:30 a.m.

Fee: Regular admission

WEE WEDNESDAYS Interactive, sensory play to encourage exploring, creating and investigating.

Date: Wednesdays Time: 10:30 a.m.

Fee: Regular admission SUMMER HOURS (MEMORIAL DAY TO LABOR DAY) Mon. Closed Tues.- Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sun. 1-5 p.m.

SCHOOL YEAR HOURS (LABOR DAY TO MEMORIAL DAY) Mon. Closed Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sun. 1-5 p.m.

SPECIAL HOURS Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day Open Labor Day 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

ADMISSION Kids & Adults: $7.75 Seniors (65+): $6.75 Infants (under 12 months): Free KCDC Members: Free 10 percent military discount with ID Information subject to change. Visit www.kansasdiscovery.org for current information.

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TOPEKA ZOO and Conservation Center Topeka Zoo 785-368-9180 635 SW Gage Blvd Topeka, KS 66606 Brendan Wiley, Director www.topekazoo.org

Zoo Hours: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily.

Grounds open until 5 p.m.

The Topeka Zoo is open year-round except on Christmas Day & New Year’s Day.

Admission Fees: Children 2 Adults: $7.75 Seniors 75+: $6.75 Ages 3-12: $6.25 Children 2 and under: Free

Group rates are available with advanced notice.

Contact the zoo at 785-3689180 for more information.

PRE-SCHOOL ZOOTIME

Visit the zoo for a story, educational activity and a live animal encounter.

Dates: First Friday each month Ages: 2-5 Time: 10:30 a.m.

Fees: $2 per child plus zoo

admission. Children must be

accompanied by an adult.

DISCOVER HOME SCHOOL

For home schoolers and other interested school age children with an adult. An up close and personal encounter with science concepts, vocabulary, and interactions with zoo animals.

Dates: Third Thursdays Ages: Preschool aged children Time: 1 p.m.

Fees: $5 per child age 3 years

and up. Parents do not have

to pay but are required to stay

with their kids

STORY TIME AT BARNES & NOBLE WINTER BREAK CAMP

A Cool event for your kids while out of school for the holidays. Sign them up for one day, all days, or any combination of days.

Date: Dec. 26, 27, 28 and 31, 2018, Jan. 2, 2019 Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. each day.

Ages: 6-12 Fees: $55 each day for

FOTZ members

$65 for non-members Reservations open Oct. 22. Call 785-368-9137, or visit the Topeka Zoo’s website.

Bring your child to join the Topeka Zoo at Barnes & Noble. Zoo staff will read an animal related story and provide a fun animal themed craft your child can make and take home Dates: Second Wednesday

each month Time: 10 a.m.

Fees: Free

ZOO 2 YOU AT THE TOPEKA & SHAWNEE COUNTY LIBRARY

Join us as the zoo takes live animals to the library. Each month is a different wildlife theme with an all new animal collection.

Dates: First Thursday each month Time: 4-5 p.m.

Fee: Free

PHOTO WITH SANTA CLAWS AND A LIVE ANIMAL

Come celebrate the holiday season by visiting Santa and having your photo taken with Santa and a live animal in Santa’s sleigh! Excellent opportunity for your family holiday greeting card.

Dates: Dec. 1-2 Fees: Call 785-368-9137

FREE EVENING CONSERVATION PRESENTATIONS Join us for our FREE evening presentations on a wide variety of topics involving animals here at home, across the nation, or around the globe. This series features national and international speakers recognized in their field. Asian Elephant Support Sept. 13 and Penguin Conservation including a live penguin in Nov. Dates: Sept. 13, Nov. 8 Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Fees: Free

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SHAWNEE COUNTY PARKS + RECREATION FACILITIES Administration Office 3137 SE 29th St., Topeka KS 66605 785.251.6800 Administrative Annex 1800 SE 21st Street, Topeka, KS 66607 785.251.6800

Sit by the campfire with us at the Topeka Zoo, with a signature drink in hand. This event highlights exceptional food tastings, drinks, animal experiences, and much more.

Date: Sept. 22 Age: 21 and older Time: VIP 5-6 p.m.,

General Admission 6-10 p.m.

Fees: Visit Topeka Zoo website or

call 785-368-9180

EVENING MONARCH BUTTERFLY PRESENTATIONS

Join the Topeka Zoo at the Kansas Museum of History as we hear a presentation on the Monarch Butterflies that are migrating across Topeka to their wintering grounds in Mexico. After the presentation we’ll catch Monarchs, tag them, and release them to finish their journey.

Dates: Sept. 17, 19, 25, 27 Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Fee: Free

FRIGHT FEST

An adult only fundraising event with Halloween themed drinks, music, and scare zones! The zoo closes at 1 p.m. on this day.

Date: Oct. 13 Age: 21 and older Time: 7-10 p.m.

Fee: Visit the Topeka Zoo Website

for costs and information

PUMPKIN BASH

NEW in 2018. Bring out the whole family to watch animals smash pumpkins, and many more activities.

Date: Oct. 20 Age: Family event Time: 6-8:30 p.m.

Fee: Regular zoo admission

Sports 801 NE Poplar Topeka, KS 66616 785.251.6970 Central Park Community Center 1534 SW Clay, Topeka, KS 66604 785.251.6965 Crestview Community Center 4801 SW Shunga Dr, Topeka, KS 66614 785.251.6960 Cypress Ridge Golf Course 2533 SW Urish Rd, Topeka, KS 66614 785.251.6670 Forbes Golf Course 700 SW Capehart Rd, Topeka, KS 66619 785.862.0114 Garfield Community Center 1600 NE Quincy St., Topeka, KS 66608 785.251.6950 Hillcrest Community Center 1800 SE 21st Street, Topeka, KS 66607 785.291.6956 Lake Shawnee Golf Course 4141 SE East Edge Rd, Topeka, KS 66609 785.251.6640 Lake Shawnee Recreation 3137 SE 29th St., Topeka KS 66605 785.251.6800 Oakland Community Center 801 NE Poplar Topeka, KS 66616 785.251.6953 Old Prairie Town 124 N. Filmore Topeka, KS 66606 785.251.6989 Parks Division 1800 SE 21st Street, Topeka, KS 66607 785.251.6800 Rice Community Center 432 SE Norwood, Topeka, KS 66607 785.251.6976 Shawnee North Community Center 300 NE 43rd St., Topeka, KS 66617 785.286.0676 West Lawn Memorial Gardens 820 SW Auburn Rd, Topeka, KS 66615 785.251.6800

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Michele A. Buhler Kevin Cook Bob Archer

DIRECTORY

John E. Knight Randy Luebbe John Boyd Susan Fowler-Hentzler Shawn Osborne Kerry Golden Mike Cope

ADVISORY BOARD

Sharri Black Teresa Miller Joe Ledbetter James Martin Eric Cortez Sydney Stone Kent Pellegrino Kathleen Cummings Terri Roberts Luke Yoder Vacant L.J. Polly Dick Ketterman Ping Enriquez Mike Morse

1st District 2nd District 3rd District

785.251.2600 − PARKS.SNCO.US Director of Parks + Recreation Deputy Director Greenspace/Land Superintendent Recreation Superintendent Outdoor Adventures Superintendent Director of Golf Park Police Chief

City Council District 1 City Council District 2 City Council District 3 City Council District 4 City Council District 5 City Council District 6 City Council District 7 City Council District 8 City Council District 9 County Commission District 1 County Commission District 1 County Commission District 2 County Commission District 2 County Commission District 3 County Commission District 3

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)

General Policy on Program Access and Communications Shawnee County Parks + Recreation provides positive recreational experiences that contribute to the physical, mental, social and emotional development of people of all ages and abilities. To facilitate opportunities for people with and without disabilities to engage in leisure pursuits together, Parks + Recreation provides inclusion services. If you have a disability and would like to request a special accommodation for a program, please contact a staff member. To ensure the requested accommodation, please notify the staff at the facility where the requested program is located at least two weeks in advance of the start of the program. For more information on inclusion opportunities, parks and recreation services and accommodations, please call 785-251-2600.

Parks + Recreation does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to or treatment or employment of its services, programs or activities. Upon written request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all parks and recreation services, programs and activities.

Upon request, this information can be made available in Braille, large print, audio tape and/or computer disk.

If you or your child requires a special accommodation in order to participate in the program, requests must be made in advance (two weeks is ideal) by filling out a Special Needs Statement and Request Form in order for the service or program to be assessed.

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3137 SE 29th St. • Topeka, KS 66605

Shawnee County Parks + Recreation Foundation

ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT Friday, Oct. 5, 2018

Lake Shawnee Golf Course 4141 SE East Edge Road, Topeka, KS 66609 Registration: Shotgun start: Team:

8 a.m.

9 a.m. $300

Register online at http://bit.ly/scprfoundationgolf Registration Deadline: Oct. 1, 2018 Contact: Rachel Meyer 785.251.6885 or rachel.meyer@snco.us

SCP+R MOBILE RECREATION PROGRAMMING

We’re taking FUN to the parks! Meet you there! Mobile recreation programs make it even easier to bring fun and play to where people are – and not just kids! We deliver healthy activities and nature education all over town. The Mobile Recreation van is outfitted with balls, hula hoops, games, art, and fitness supplies. Look for the Mobile Recreation Van in your neighborhood.