2019 Fall/Winter Recreation Guide

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Information

Park Board Members Dave Van Lue, President Paul Newcomer, Vice President Jeff Nicodemus, Member Shirley Connolly, Member Mary Hursh, Member David Johnston, Member Jerry Riffle, Advisor Donna Workman, Advisor Carol Koble, Advisor The Syracuse Parks and Recreation Board meets at 7:00PM at the Syracuse Community Center the second Monday of each month.

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Mission Statement TTo provide recreational services and facilities that positively impact the health of our citizens, environment, economy and quality of life in our community.

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Volunteer Opportunities If you are interested in volunteering contact Darin at dlursen@syracuse.in.org or call the Community Center at 574-457-3440.

Contact Information Syracuse Parks and Recreation 1013 North Long Dr. Syracuse, IN 46567 P: 574-457-3440 F:574-457-2693 Community Center Hours 8AM-8PM Monday-Thursday 8AM-7PM Friday 8AM-5PM Saturday Holiday Closures Monday, September 2 Labor Day Thursday, November 28 Thanksgiving Day December 24-25 Christmas January 1 New Years Day

Park Staff Chad Jonsson Park Superintendent Darin Lursen Program Director Garrett Baldridge Maintenance Supervisor Amanda Torres Administrative Assistant Judy Jarrett Office Assistant Dixie Mullins Office Assistant Kathie Kenworthy Program Assistant Shawna Van Lue Custodian

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10:00AM-2:00PM

Featured Event

Saturday, October 12, 2019 Lakeside Park

Entertainment Schedule Chainsaw Carving: 10AM-2PM Petting Zoo/Pony Rides: 10AM-1PM Beez & The Rocker: 10:00:AM-12:00PM Guitar Banjo Band: 12:00PM-2:00PM Family & Youth Activities Hay Rides | Petting Zoo

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Come celebrate fall at this popular community event! Hosted alongside the final date of the Artisans & Farmers Market, the Fall Harvest Festival will have several fun activities for the entire family to enjoy. In addition to the market, the following attractions are scheduled:

Pony Rides | Pumpkin Decorating Games | Food Vendors | Chainsaw Carving | Face Painting Antique Tractor Show

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Community Events

October 25, 26 & 31, 7:30PM-9:30PM Veteran’s Memorial Park at Crosson Mill

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Attend the 7th Annual “Haunted Thrill at Crosson Mill!" This haunted house will be open October 25, 26 & 31 from 7:30 PM-9:30 PM each night for $5.00/person. The event is located at Veteran's Memorial Park at Crosson Mill located directly off SR 13. The house will feature several authentic scares that will make Crosson Mill the most haunted park in the area! This event is not recommended for anyone under the age of 12. Hosted with the help of the Wawasee High School Choral Program.

Saturday, October 26, 6:00PM-8:00PM Syracuse Community Center

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Come join us at the Lakeland Youth Center’s Annual Fall Carnival! Activities include a craft, costume contests and a gymnasium full of games, candy and prizes. This event is free for the community.

November 15st

Community Events

Join us for our Free Movie Nights! Movies will be screened in the gymnasium of the Syracuse Community Center. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a free bag of popcorn!

Additional concessions will be available to purchase. All movies will start at 6:30PM. Movies titles will be posted on Facebook and the website a month before the event.

December 20th January 17th

October 19, 2019 & March 7, 2020 9:00AM-2:00PM Syracuse Community Center

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February 21st

Clean out the basement, attic, garage or closet and sign up for one of our indoor garage sales! Cost for one 10’x10’ space is $10.00. Tables are available to rent for $5.00/each or vendors can bring their own. Vendors may only reserve one space each. Spaces for the October sale will be reserved on a first come, first serve basis starting September 4 @ 4 PM while spaces for the March sale will be reserved starting January 8. *Booth is not reserved until paid for at the Syracuse Community Center*

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Community Events 574-457-3440

Saturday, November 16, 5:00PM-7:00PM Veteran’s Memorial Park at Crosson Mill Bring in the holiday season with the community at the time-honored tradition of Holiday Magic! The evening will include musical entertainment, free cookies and cocoa, a visit from Santa and the lighting of the Town Christmas Tree.

Saturday, December 7, 8:00AM-11:00AM Syracuse Community Center Santa Claus is coming to town! Join Santa for a delicious breakfast of pancakes, sausage and refreshments.

After breakfast, kids can make a craft, write a letter to Santa or enjoy some cookies and milk while listening to the Wawasee High School Christmas Band. The admission is $3.00 for adults and free for kids.

November 11 - December 7

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We have made special arrangements with the North Pole so your child can receive a personalized letter from Santa! Letters can be dropped off to Santa’s Mailbox in the Syracuse Community Center lobby during our open hours starting Monday, November 11. We will also have a letter writing area during Breakfast with Santa on December 7.

Programs

Saturday September 21, 10am-12pm Syracuse Community Center Ages 2-12 $15 per child $10 per adult Put on you favorite superhero costume and join us for this years

Space is limited and registration will not be accepted over the phone.

You may also reserve a spot at syracusesuperheroacademy.eventbrite.com.au

Middle School Dances Fridays (see dates below) 7:00PM-9:00PM Gymnasium Admission is $5.00 per student. Concessions will be available. Attendees must remain at the dance until 9:00PM unless a parent or guardian picks them up. Dances are open to all middle school students in the Wawasee School Corporation.

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Superhero Academy. Complete the Warrior Obstacle Course, create your new superhero identity, make a shield and much more. We will have a special visit from Spider-Man!

November 8 | December 13 | January 10 | February 7 | March 13 | April 3

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Programs

Pinterest Parties Mondays (see schedule) 6:00PM-8:00PM Syracuse Community Center $15/class or $50/all 4 classes

OPEN TO AGES 12 & UP

Are your Pinterest Boards full? Join fellow crafters to complete popular and fun projects together! Materials and instruction are provided. Registration and payment are due by the Wednesday before the scheduled class. Space is limited, so sign up early! This class is open for ages 12 and up.

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Class Schedule

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Date

Craft

September 16

Stamped Books

October 14

Scarecrow Porch Decoration

November 18

Glass Etching

December 9

Snowman Porch Decor

September 16

October 14

Stamped Books

Scarecrow Porch DĂŠcor.

November 18

December 9

Glass Etching

Snowman Porch DĂŠcor.

Programs

Beginning Fly Fishing Saturday, September 14, 2019 9:00AM-12:00PM Lakeside Park

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This instructional program will teach participants basic casting techniques, line types and various flies. Discover that fly fishing is a great activity for maintaining long-term balance and dexterity as you get older. In other words, both the physical and mental health aspects of fly fishing alone make it worthwhile to undertake. Pick up all these attributes under the guidance of an experienced fly fishing instructor, Charlie Ray. The fee is $15.00 per participant. Equipment will be provided. (Advanced Fly Fishing to follow. Max: 2)

Adult Basketball League Fee: $300/team Game-days: Sunday Opening Date: January 5 Teams may register starting Tuesday, November 5. The complete fee and team rosters must be submitted by Tuesday, December 31. A minimum of 6 teams must sign and a maximum of 10 may participate. Roster forms and league rules will be available to pick up at the Syracuse Community Center or downloaded at www.syracuseparks.org once registration opens. All players must be at least 18 years old and out of high school.

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Senior Programs 574-457-3440 11

Nutrition Program Monday-Friday (ongoing) 11:00AM-1:00PM Kiwanis Room This program is designed to provide low cost nutritious meals with recreational activities such as; cards, bingo, board games, puzzles, crafts and informational programs in centers located in Kosciusko County. The program promotes better health among older adults through improved nutrition and the pleasure derived from group participation. The suggested donation is $4.25 per meal. Menus can be found in Senior Life, a monthly publication distributed throughout Kosciusko County. For more information or to register for a lunch, contact Carolyn Hapner at 574-457-2631.

Pickleball Monday-Friday (ongoing) 10:00AM-12:00PM Gymnasium Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis. The sport is played with hard paddles and wiffle balls, making the technique required for pickleball different than other racket sports. Participants of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to give this new, fun and accessible sport a try. Equipment is provided. For up to date information on Pickleball whereabouts, contact Diane Weaver at 574-457-6243.

Walking Program Monday-Saturday (ongoing) 8:00AM-10:00AM Gymnasium

Bingo Tuesdays (ongoing) 9:00AM-10:00AM Kiwanis Room

Grab your sneakers and get with the walking program! Laps are recorded so participants can track their progress. Come have fun, make new friends and walk your way to a healthier lifestyle.

Are you looking to win some prizes and make some new friends? Come play Bingo with us on Tuesdays!

Park Rentals

Park

Fee

Lakeside Park Pavilion

$50.00

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Reservations for the park pavilions are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Reservations can be made in person at the Syracuse Community Center or via mail. A reservation secures the facility from 8AM-8PM. Full payment in the form of cash, check or credit card is required to hold the date. Facilities are typically available to reserve between mid-May to mid-October. Please call or visit the Community Center to check availability.

Lakeside Park Gazebo

$50.00 Electricity is available for an additional $10 for amplification of sound or use of other Veteran’s Memorial Pavilion $50.00 powered devices.

Ward Park Pavilion

$35.00

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Facility Rentals

The Syracuse Community Center has rooms to rent for all occasions. Select your room set-up with either round or rectangle tables. Reservations are made up to one year in advance. Please call us or visit during our business hours for details concerning availability and set-up options.

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Celebration Hall

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Perfect for mediumlarge parties

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Nice view of Syracuse Lake

Kiwanis Room •

Gym

Perfect for smaller parties

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Check our website for more rental information!

Perfect for large groups and events

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Kiwanis Room

Celebration Hall

Gymnasium

70 max. occupancy

95 max. occupancy

200 max. occupancy

Resident:

$125

Resident:

$175

Resident:

$400

Non-Resident:

$150

Non-Resident:

$200

Non-Resident:

$500

Security Deposit:

$150

Security Deposit:

$150

Security Deposit:

$500

Security Deposit will be collected for all rentals in order to reserve the space. Security Deposit will be refunded 30-60 days after event as long as the room is left in good condition.

The fitness room at the Syracuse Community Center features several pieces of commercial equipment including: treadmills, ellipticals, recumbent bikes, weight machines and free weights. The room is free for public use, but all users must fill out a registration form prior to exercising.

Fitness Room

Fitness Room

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Fitness Room Hours Monday-Thursday: 8AM-8PM Friday: 8AM-7PM Saturday: 8AM-5PM

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Museum

Located inside the Syracuse Community Center Open Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10:00AM-2:00PM www.syracusemuseum.org 574-457-3599

Visit our website for the latest programs, events, calendar, collection photos, and access to the Syracuse-Wawasee Digital Archives!

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The Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum continues to digitize its collection of historical photos, postcards, and documents to ensure this information will be preserved for generations to come. The Syracuse-Wawasee Digital Archives database is publicly accessible and fully searchable.

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