Tumwater Parks & Recreation Winter 2021-22 Brochure

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Tumwater Tumwater Winter 2021-22

Parks & Recreation Brochure

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Tumwater A Place to Live, Work, and Play

Stay connected with Tumwater Parks & Recreation! Contact us at tumwaterparks@ci.tumwater.wa.us to be added to our email list and follow the City of Tumwater on Facebook.

Check out some of the fun we had this fall! Whether or not you participate in one of our programs this winter, we hope you will get out and RECREATE! – Tumwater Parks & Recreation Staff

Elected Officials Mayor Pete Kmet Joan Cathey Michael Althauser

City Council Charlie Schneider Angela Jefferson Eileen Swarthout Debbie Sullivan

Leatta Dahlhoff

Tumwater Parks and Recreation Commission The Parks and Recreation Commission meets at City Hall on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.

Commissioners would like to hear any suggestions that you may have. To keep in touch with current topics being considered by the Parks and Recreation Commission, contact us to be added to the list to receive monthly meeting agendas Erin Carrier, Chair Stacy Brown

Commissioners Amy Hargrove Bill Kallappa II Mike Culley (360) 754-4160 • www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks

Cover image courtesy of Susan Schuster

Kelly Von Holtz

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Contact Information If you have any questions or concerns regarding Tumwater Parks & Recreation programs, please contact staff.

We appreciate your input.

Tumwater City Hall

Old Town Center

555 Israel Road SW Tumwater, WA 98501 (360) 754-4160

Tumwater Valley Golf Course

215 N 2nd Avenue SW Tumwater, WA 98512 (360) 754-4160

4611 Tumwater Valley Drive Tumwater, WA 98501 (360) 943-9500

Administration

Recreation

Golf Course

Parks

Director – Chuck Denney cdenney@ci.tumwater.wa.us Administrative Assistant – Stephanie Klein Recreation Marketing Specialist – Marisa Worden

Recreation Manager – Todd Anderson Recreation Supervisor – Charlie Groth Recreation Coordinator – Josh Irwin Recreation Coordinator – Chad Harvell

Golf Course Manager – Dave Nickerson Golf Superintendent – Eric Thompson

Parks and Facilities Manager – Stan Osborn Parks Maintenance Supervisor – Jeff Pratt

7023 New Market Street, (360) 943-7790 Tumwater Timberland Library The Tumwater Timberland Library is located next to City Hall and offers free story times, events, computers, meeting room and study space.

621 Linwood Avenue SW, (360) 709-7000 The City of Tumwater and the Tumwater School District share a successful working relationship and community spirit. This effort is reflected in the joint use of facilities, which sets forth the shared goals of maximizing taxpayers’ resources by jointly developing and utilizing facilities for maximum community benefit.

Tumwater School District

MISSION STATEMENT To provide Parks and Recreation services that are creative, beneficial, and responsive to the needs of the community thereby improving and enhancing the overall quality of life in Tumwater.

Community Involvement Share your talents! We are always looking for new instructors with

innovative program ideas. If you have a talent, specialty, or area of expertise, we invite you to teach for us. Call today to discuss how we can help you share your talents.

Share your ideas! Maybe you don’t have a talent you want to share with us, but perhaps you have a great idea of what you would like to see us offer.

Let us know!

Helping Hands! We are always looking for volunteers who would like

to improve the quality of life in our community. Anyone who likes landscaping, weeding, or planting flowers and would like to volunteer their time should contact us. Gardening not your thing? What about painting or minor construction? If you, a group you belong to, or perhaps a neighborhood group have an interest in helping us out, give us a call.

Gender Equity Policy: The City of Tumwater complies with the State

of Washington’s “Fair Play in Community Sports Act” (codified as RCW 49.60.500, 505 and 35.21.910) that prohibits discrimination against any person in a community athletic program on the basis of sex. Any questions or comments should be directed to Chuck Denney, Parks and Recreation Director.

Tumwater Winter 2021-2022

Table of Contents Tumwater Youth Program...................... 4 Youth Enrichment.................................... 5 Virtual Youth Programs.......................... 6 Youth Sports.............................................. 7 Health & Fitness....................................... 9 Adult Enrichment.................................. 10 Virtual Adult Enrichment/Fitness...... 12 Special Events..........................................14 Volunteer Tumwater...............................14 Tumwater Valley Golf Club.................. 15 Old Town Center.................................... 17 Historic Homes....................................... 18 Park Shelter Reservations...................... 19 Winter Registration Info....................... 20

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TUMWATER YOUTH PROGRAM Tumwater Youth Program (TYP) offers evening activities for teens and pre-teens in the Tumwater community. Grade school activities are open to youth grades 2-5 and middle school activities are open to youth grades 6-8. TYP events are a place to have fun, socialize with friends, interact positively with adults, and so much more.

Grade School – Grades 2-5

Game Nights Join your friends for a night of fun and games! We will have video games, arts and crafts, laser tag, board games, and much more! Space is limited and pre-registration is required.

Register online via www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/youth.

Date: Time: Location: Grades: Min/Max: Fee:

Friday, December 17 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.

Old Town Center 2-5 15/30 $8

Activity Nights Events include: karaoke, arts & crafts, inflatable interactive games, food, open gym & more! Open to all Thurston County youth in grades 2-5.

Time: 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. | Fee: $10

Activity Nights are held from 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.

Date: Friday, January 21 (Among Us Party) Location: Bush Middle School Date: Friday, February 11 (Super Bowl Party) Location: Bush Middle School

Middle School – Grades 6-8

Late Nights Events include: DJ, karaoke, food, open gym, inflatable activity, games and much more! Open to Tumwater School District youth only. Tumwater youth may bring up to two guests to a Late Night, but must pre-register all guests. Pre-registration forms available at Tumwater School offices and in the Parks & Recreation Office.

Time: 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. | Fee: $10 (be prepared to show I.D.) LUNTEER VO S

Late Nights are held from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Date: Friday, January 28 (Glow Night) Location: Bush Middle School Date: Friday, February 18 (Super Bowl Party) Location: Bush Middle School

Interested in volunteering? Contact us to find out how you can get involved!

Email volunteer@ci.tumwater.wa.us.

WANTED

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YOUTH ENRICHMENT Tumbling and Taste of Ninja

Date: Time: Location:

Ages: Min/Max: Fee:

Join Alley Oop Gymnastics instructors for beginner tumbling and Ninja skill development with our enthusiastic, safety conscious instructors. Students will be introduced to Ninja vaults, wall runs and kicks as well as developing rolls, handstands, and cartwheels.

No class on Saturday, December 25 or January 1.

Tumwater Dance Teams!

Dance Team students work on technique and learn routines in three different genres - Jazz, Pom and Hip Hop - and perform at community events and competitions. Uniform fee payable to the instructor on the first day of class. Call Tumwater Parks & Recreation to check for availability.

Midway Dance (Ages 7-10)

Junior Dance (Ages 10-14)

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Saturdays, Dec. - Feb. 8:45 - 9:30 a.m.

Alley Oop Gymnastics 2643 Mottman Ct SW 5 - 10 3/7 $69/month

Dates: Tuesdays, Ongoing Location: Thurston County Posse Hall*

5949 Maytown Rd SW, Olympia Max: 24 per age level Fee: $55/month *Location changing to Bush Middle School Auxiliary Gym on January 4.

BRICKS 4 KIDZ ROBOTICS Bricks 4 Kidz Junior Robotics Class: Cyber-Vehicles

Dates: Wednesdays,

Jan. 26 - Feb. 16 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Location: Old Town Center Ages: 9 - 12 Min/Max: 6/16 Fee: $96

Even young children have fun learning robotics! Using laptops, kids will program model builds using Bricks 4 Kidz model plans and LEGO® technology to create dynamic cyber-vehicles. Build and program a self-driving delivery truck, a personal pod that tumbles along, a dragster you can race, and a custom air show routine. Class provides a hands-on learning experience that actively involves young students in their own learning process while making lasting memories. Students take home a custom minifigure.

Bricks 4 Kidz Junior Robotics Class: Robo-Animals Using software while working on laptops, participants will be able to program the model builds they craft using Bricks 4 Kidz model plans and LEGO® technology to create amazing autonomous cyber-animals. Build and program a charging rhino, a jumping cricket, a crazy caterpillar, and a flapping bird. Class provides a hands-on learning experience that actively involves young students in their own learning process while making lasting memories. Students take home a custom minifigure.

Bricks 4 Kidz Weekend Workshop: LEGO Leprechauns Your kiddo will enjoy this exciting workshop geared around the color green!

Your Master Builder will make LEGO® creations based on the St Patrick’s Day holiday. Leprechauns, 4-leaf clovers, pots of gold and shamrocks; plus models from a variety of other themes! Each participant will make and take home a custom mini figure (kits are reused not taken home) as well as a St Patrick’s Day related craft.

Date: Wednesdays, Mar. 2 - 23 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Location: Old Town Center Ages: 9 - 12 Min/Max: 6/16 Fee: $96

Date: Saturday, March 12 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Location: Old Town Center Ages: 6 - 12 Min/Max: 6/20 Fee: $30

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YOUTH ENRICHMENT Babysitting This course is designed to prepare 11-15 year olds for the responsibility of safely caring for infants and children. This dynamic, interactive, activity-based program provides participants with numerous handson learning experiences. Includes instruction in CPR, first aid techniques, problem solving methods, and supervision. Don’t forget to wear comfortable clothing and a mask.

Instructor: Paula Willadsen Date: Saturday, January 29 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Location: Tumwater Fire Dept Training Room Ages: 11 - 15 Min/Max: 10/20 Fee: $42

VIRTUAL YOUTH PROGRAMS Bicycle Care InterCity Transit Earn-A-Bike Class Join Intercity Transit for their Earn-A-Bike class. Youth will learn essential bicycle safety and maintenance skills to help prepare them to ride their bicycle independently. Students who successfully complete the class will earn a refurbished bicycle and new helmet. Earn-A-Bike students will have two weeks to complete a series of online video-based lessons and quizzes. Upon completion, students will schedule a time to fit and pick-up their bicycle and helmet at the Walk N Roll Education Center in downtown Olympia. If students are unable to transport their bicycle home, Intercity Transit can deliver. Participants will need access to a computer or smart phone and internet access.

Bike fitting / pick-up: Intercity Transit Youth Education Center, 215 Washington Street, Olympia Days: Dates:

Ages: Min/Max: Fee:

Monday - Friday Session 1: January 10 - 21 Session 2: January 24 - February 4 Session 3: February 7 - 18 Session 4: February 21 - March 4 Session 5: March 7 - 18 11 - 17 1/10 $5 per session

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YOUTH SPORTS

Tumwater Spring Baseball League “LET’S PLAY BALL!” Believe it or not, baseball is just around the corner. Tumwater Parks & Recreation’s spring baseball league is open to boys and girls, grades K-5. Out of district players are accepted; however, they will be placed on a wait list and added to teams needing players.

The season runs mid-March thru May. This league has three divisions of play; K/1st, 2nd/3rd and 4th/5th. K/1st division is coach pitch for the entire season. 2nd/3rd division begins with coach pitch and progresses to kid pitch. This format significantly increases the hitter’s opportunity to put the ball in play resulting in more defensive opportunities which is fun and exciting for everyone! 4th/5th division will be kid pitch only.

Register via www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/baseball. Registration fee includes player uniform (shirt, pants, and hat).

Season: Practices begin March 21. Games begin April 18.

Season-ending Party at the Park on May 21.

Registration: Monday - Friday, January 3 - February 25 (Uniforms available for sizing in office upon request) Ages:

Grades K - 5

Fee:

$100 per player through February 25.

Late Fee: $110 per player after February 25. Late registrations will be processed only if space is available and assigned to teams/schools needing players.

Calling all Coaches!

Volunteer coaches are needed! Coach’s meeting will be held on Thursday, March 10 in the Tumwater Fire Department Training Room, 6:00 p.m.

Coach’s packets will be available online (www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/baseball) beginning in January.

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YOUTH SPORTS

Skyhawks Sports Academy Classes Skyhawks provides a wide variety of fun, safe and positive programs that emphasize critical lessons in sports and life, such as teamwork, respect and sportsmanship. Designed to give each child a positive introduction into sports while fostering a lifelong love for an active, healthy lifestyle. By the end of the program, participants will have learned new life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship, made new friends and improved their skills in the sport of their choice.

Register online directly through Skyhawks: www.skyhawks.com.

Dates: Location: Min/Max: Fee:

Skyhawks Soccer Skills

Your young athlete will gain the technical skills and sport knowledge required for their next step into soccer. Areas of focus are dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control.

Soccer Skills Times: Age 3 - 5: 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.

Age 6 - 9: 9:40 - 10:20 a.m.

Skyhawks Basketball Skills

Your young athlete will gain the technical skills and sport knowledge required for their next step into basketball. Areas of focus are dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control.

Basketball Skills Times: Age 6 - 9: 10:30 - 11:10 a.m.

Age 3 - 5: 11:20 - 11:50 p.m.

ADULT SPORTS - SPRING PREVIEW Tumwater’s Adult Cornhole League - Save the Date!

Save the date for another season of the fan-favorite lawn game turned league. This self-officiated league will consist of 5 weeks of play, 45-minute matches (best out of three games) with a playoff tournament on the 6th night.

New this season: We’ll be offering competitive and co-ed leagues. For more information, contact Chad Harvell at charvell@ci.tumwater.wa.us.

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Saturdays, February 5 - 26 Old Town Center 5/8 $65 per 4-week session

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HEALTH & FITNESS Beginning Martial Arts/Taekwondo Are you looking to try something new? Try Taekwondo. In this class, your training includes technique, patterns, sparring, and other theories to discover and develop your hidden potential. Learn patience, perseverance, and problem solving through training challenges. You will learn to succeed through trial and error. Students are provided with a safe and welcoming environment.

No class on Monday, 1/17 or Monday, 2/21.

Instructor: Byron Schabell Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Dates: Monthly, December - February Time: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Location: Old Town Center Ages: 14 and up Min/Max: 5/12 Fee: $55/month

Education Food Smarts Join the SNAP-Ed Team and the Thurston County Food Bank for this free 5-week class designed to help adults set achievable goals around nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. This flexible, learner-centered nutrition curriculum is developed for low-income communities with a goal of assisting lowincome adults make the most of their grocery budgets. Includes information about healthy eating, food choices, and grocery shopping on a budget!

Class is free but you must pre-register in order to attend.

Dates: Fridays, February 4 - March 4 Time: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Location: Old Town Center Ages: 18 and up Min/Max: 5/10 Fee: Free

TumWalk

FI T NE S THE W S FOR H FAMI OLE LY!

TumWalk is Tumwater’s walking program, started to encourage active and healthy lifestyles. Participation is easy from the convenience of your own neighborhood. Walking has become an increasingly popular way for us all to get outside, exercise, and engage both our minds and bodies.

Register online, then download the Pacer app (www.mypacer.com).

You'll get a link from us to join the TumWalk group. Then, you can take on regular challenges, achieve goals and even win prizes, all while enjoying the beneficial activity of walking! Group members who achieve (25,000 steps) receive an exclusive TumWalk headband to wear proudly. Take your walk to the next level and make your steps count! Join the TumWalk team for free. Register online through Tumwater Parks and Recreation.

Dates: Challenges: Ages: Fee:

Sign-up now, program is ongoing Monthly challenges offered in the Pacer app!

All Ages!

Free

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ADULT ENRICHMENT Music Instruction Yes, You Can Play the Ukulele

The popularity of the ukulele continues to grow and it's become one of the most desirable and accessible instruments to learn. Why not give this easy-to-learn, smile-inducing instrument a try in this funfilled group class that will have you strumming chords and playing songs in a few weeks. No pre-requisite, but you will need to bring a soprano, concert or tenor uke (no baritone ukes, please!) and a pick to each class. No loaner instruments are available.

Instructor: Jeff Saxon Dates: Wednesdays, Jan. 5 - Feb. 2 Time: 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Location: Olympia Center

222 Columbia Street NW Min/Max: 1/3 Fee: $119 (includes instructional booklet)

Uke Can Feel Good Again

This ukulele class was specifically designed to bring some muchneeded musical joy and lyrical positivity into our lives. You'll learn songs (most of which should be familiar) that will span the stylistic and era spectrum. Songs should be playable for anyone who knows at least 7 ukulele chords and is able to transition between them. The goal of the class is to get you playing some uplifting music on uke and feeling good about life again! Bring a soprano, concert or tenor uke (no baritone ukes, please!) and a pick to each class.

No loaner instruments are available.

Instructor: Jeff Saxon Dates: Wednesdays, Feb. 9 - Mar. 9 Time: 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Location: Old Town Center Min/Max: 1/3 Fee: $119 (includes instructional booklet)

FOR AGES 12 and up!

Art Intuitive Painting with Mixed Media Are you eager to paint? Come and learn the techniques of intuitive painting, the art of tapping into the natural artistic expression that lives inside of each of us. This three-class series will explore different techniques meant to inspire vision and elevate expression and energy, while creating stunning artwork.

This is an especially great class for beginners. Fee includes paints, substrates, painting tools, and beverages.

Ornament Painting Workshop Have you ever wanted to make a beautiful custom ornament to put on your tree or as a special gift for someone else to cherish? Now is your chance! We will be using the incredibly unique painting medium of ink to create stunning ornaments with vivid, striking color. All supplies are included.

Instructor: Laci Adelle Dates: Thursdays, December 2 - 16 Time: 4:00 - 5:20 p.m.

Location: Old Town Center Ages: 12 and up Min/Max: 5/15 Fee: $150

Instructor: Laci Adelle Day: Tuesday Dates: Session 1: December 7

Session 2: December 14 Time: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Location: Old Town Center Ages: 12 and up Min/Max: 5/15 Fee: $45 per session

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ADULT ENRICHMENT Voice-overs: NOW is YOUR Time!

In what could be the most enlightening 2 hours you’ve ever spent, this class will show you how you can actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos, and more. Most people go about it the wrong way. In this introductory class, you will learn about a unique, outside the box way to break into this creative, fulfilling, and potentially lucrative industry. Voice-overs can be managed on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with minimal overhead! Whether you choose to pursue voice-overs part-time or full-time, this could be Date: Wednesday, February 9 the game-changer you’ve been lookTime: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. ing for.

Location: Old Town Center Min/Max: 5/12 Fee: $49

Active Older Adult Trips Our trips and tours program for active adults (50 and over) offers exercise, sightseeing, photo opportunities and a chance to meet some great people. We strive to accommodate adults of all abilities. Departure will be from Tumwater City Hall.

Individuals requiring assistance, please contact staff: tumwaterparks@ci.tumwater.wa.us. Registration Deadline is one week prior to each trip. *Masks will be required.*

Northwest Trek We’re heading to Northwest Trek in Eatonville for a Wild Drive Adventure. With a naturalist’s assistance, you’ll look for dozens of native Northwest animals that roam freely in the 435-acre area. Enjoy a live narrated tour with engaging stories about all the species you’re seeing and what makes them special. Look for mountain goats, moose, bison, rams, elk and more! Price includes trip management, transportation and admission.

Date: Time: Ages: Min/Max: Fee:

Thursday, January 20 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

50 and over 5/8 $55

Cougar Mountain Zoo - Issaquah Don’t miss this unique opportunity to visit one the most unique zoos around. We’ll see Bengal tigers, lemurs, and all sorts of other fun animals. Bring money for lunch. Price includes trip management, transportation and admission.

Date: Time: Ages: Min/Max: Fee:

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Thursday, February 17 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

50 and over 5/8 $35

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VIRTUAL ADULT ENRICHMENT

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Educational Virtual Fireside History Talks

Instructor: Olympia-Tumwater

Foundation Staff Day: Wednesdays Dates: January 12

February 9

March 9 Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Min/Max: 6/30 Fee: Free

How much do you know about Tumwater? Do you know who founded Tumwater? In partnership with the Olympia Tumwater Foundation, come along as we take you back in time and explore the rich history that makes Tumwater what it is today. You will hear from the experts as you find yourself amazed of all the wonder that is Tumwater. Pre-registration is required. Instructor will send introductory email and Zoom information prior to each talk.

Questions: Call (360) 786-8117 or email history@olytumfoundation.org.

History Talk Topics: January 12: The Tumwater We Never Knew; Speaker: Don Trosper February 9: Outpost of Empire: The Hudson’s Bay Co. at Tenalquot; Speaker: Drew Crooks March 9: Curator of the Archives at the Schmidt House; Speaker: Karen Johnson

Instructor: Janine Koffel - Thurston

Co. Public Health &

Social Services Day: Wednesdays Dates: January 26 - March 2 Time: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Min/Max: 5/15 Fee: $10

Virtual Guiding Good Choices: Navigating Middle School Years for Parents It's finally happened! You have a middle school student and it's a whole new academic and social ballgame. Strengthen communication skills, reinforce bonds with your student, and reduce risky teen behaviors in a fun series of workshops to help you successfully navigate and actually enjoy the middle school experience.

Virtual "Outdoors" Classes with David Kaynor Outdoor classes are taught by David Kaynor, member of the Washington Ornithological Society, the Geological Society of America, and the Planetary Society. All classes for ages 18 & up.

Volcanic Washington 1.5 Washington State has some of the most impressive geology in the world. View the top fifteen in this presentation. Topics include how each feature was formed and where to find it. Handouts provided.

Dates: Tuesday, January 18 Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Min/Max: 3/10 Fee: $25

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VIRTUAL ADULT FITNESS Therapeutic and Empowering Chair Yoga Experience yoga in an accessible way. While seated on a chair, learn to relax your mind and breathe deeply, gently working out stiffness and soreness in the entire body. Learn to raise your heart rate and promote circulation without compromising joint health. Gain flexibility in your spine and gradually build endurance and strength. We will end class with a deep relaxation and seated meditation. This class is perfect for those who have trouble getting up and down off the floor, seniors, and those recovering from injury. Please wear loose comfortable clothing.

Instructor: Durga Forsyth Day: Tuesdays Dates: January 4 - 25

February 1 - 22 Time: 10:00 - 11:15 a.m.

Ages: 16 and up Min/Max: 1/5 Fee: $48/month

Gentle and Holistic Yoga Join us online to gently develop your flexibility, strength, powers of concentration and inner peace. This class will emphasize foundational elements of all yoga practices, namely: proper breathing, yogic postures for full body health, and the art of deep relaxation. Renew, replenish, and revitalize body, mind, and spirit in an accommodating, small class environment. All levels welcome, however, ability to lie down and stand up from floor is advisable. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Choose from either Tuesday evenings or Thursday mornings.

Instructor: Durga Forsyth Day: Tuesdays and/or Thursdays Ages: 16 and up Min/Max: 1/5 per time slot Fee: $48/session Tuesday Sessions: 6:00 - 7:15 p.m.

Dates: January 4 - 25

February 1 - 22

Thursday Sessions: 8:30 - 9:45 a.m.

Dates: January 6 - 27

February 3 - 24

Radical Relaxation Take a radical step towards greater physical & mental health by scheduling in time for rest. This weekly 30-minute class will consist of a guided relaxation that releases physical tension, calms the mind, and soothes the emotions. It’s a perfect way to transition into the weekend! Slow down, get comfortable, and take time to be with you! Care is taken to make sure you are physically comfortable. Students lie on their yoga mat with blankets & pillows or set up on a comfy chair or couch.

Instructor: Durga Forsyth Days: Wednesdays Dates: January 5 - 26

February 2 - 23 Time: 4:45 - 5:30 p.m.

Ages: 16 and up Min/Max: 1/5 Fee: $48/month

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SPECIAL EVENTS Tumwater’s 18th Annual

Christmas Tree Lighting Festival Saturday, December 11 | 1 - 5:30 p.m.

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Choir performances Cookies & Cider Pictures with Santa, 2 - 5 p.m.

Bring non-perishable food donations for the Thurston County Food Bank.

7 Food from Stacks Burgers and Sweetlee’s Ice Cream available for purchase.

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More details: www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/treelighting

VOLUNTEER TUMWATER Put your free time to good use!

Volunteers help extend the reach of our City programs and provide valuable connections to the community. No commitment required. We want your participation to be convenient, matched to your interests, and most importantly, enjoyable.

If you have time and want to make good things happen in your community, now is the time to get involved!

To learn more about Volunteer Tumwater or get involved, visit www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/volunteer or contact Volunteer Coordinator/Recreation Manager Todd Anderson: (360) 754-4164.

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MUNICIPAL GOLF CLUB 4611 Tumwater Valley Drive SE | Tumwater, WA 98501 | (360) 943-9500

2022 MEMBERSHIPS PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM

$249.99 plus first month’s dues (plus tax)

In addition to one-time fee, ongoing monthly dues must be current to maintain partnership.

• Adults: $109.99 • Juniors: $39.99 (18 & under) • Seniors/Military: $69.99 • Family: $209.99* Includes: • U nlimited Anytime Green Fees • U nlimited Range Balls • E xclusive Fifty Club Membership • 3 0% off retail in Pro Shop (excluding clubs, balls, and special orders) • 50% off Cart Rate • C omplimentary Pull Cart

Membership rates and conditions are subject to change.

ECONOMY PASS

$229.99 plus tax

Valid for one year from date of purchase.

Includes: • 50% off Green Fees - 7 days a week!

• Unlimited Range Balls • Exclusive Fifty Club Membership • 30% off retail in the Pro Shop (excluding clubs, balls, and special orders) • 50% off Cart Rate • Complimentary Pull Cart

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MUNICIPAL GOLF CLUB 4611 Tumwater Valley Drive SE | Tumwater, WA 98501 (360) 943-9500 • www.tumwatervalleygc.com

TVGC HOLIDAY SALE | 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Friday, December 10 Our balloon-popping Annual Holiday Sale is back!

We are bringing back the balloon popping party with discounts up to 70% off your entire purchase! Mark your calendars for Friday, December 10 and don't miss this crazy popular sale and unheard-of deals throughout our entire on-floor inventory.

Shoppers will receive a minimum of 30% off and up to 70% off based upon the savings coupon rattling around inside the balloon of your choice. Refreshments provided for this festive and memorable event.

Sale is open to the public with balloon popping commencing promptly at 4:00 p.m. Sale will conclude at 6:00 p.m.

T VGC March Madness Contest Join the madness starting January 1!

How to Play: • • • • • •

Ask Pro Shop staff for a FREE March Madness stamp card to start logging your golf rounds.

Play 4 golf rounds at regular rates between January 1 and March 13, 2022. Don’t forget to have your card stamped after checking in & paying for each round.

The first 64 golfers to submit a completed card fill the contest (first-come, first-served).

Multiple entries are allowed so the more you play, the more chances you have to win!

TVGC Membership & Pass Holders will need to pay $6 per card/entry Players will be randomly matched to the NCAA College Basketball teams that qualify for the March Madness Tournament. Follow your team(s) throughout the tourney; as they advance, so do you!

The "Elite Eight" are all winners. The higher you finish, the better the prize!

Call or stop by the Pro Shop for more details!

(360) 943-9500 • www.tumwatervalleygc.com

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Old Town Center

Serving Seniors and Youth | 215 N 2nd Avenue SW | Tumwater WA 98512 | (360) 754-4160 Senior Programs Tumwater Old Town Center (OTC) operates as a Senior Center weekdays from 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

The OTC provides seniors 55 and over, who are residents of the greater Tumwater area, with activities, lunch, coffee, snacks and fellowship.

Lunches currently provided on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Please visit our website at www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/seniors for the most current information regarding our senior programs.

OTC Winter Closures: Friday, December 24: Christmas Day (Observed) Friday, December 31: New Year's Day (Observed) Monday, January 17: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, February 21: Presidents Day

Activities

All activities are free unless otherwise noted.

Lunch

Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Cost is $5 per day or $50 for a 10-meal ticket. Menus include a variety of meals (soups, casseroles, fruits and salads). We expect to offer lunch 5 days a week starting in early 2022.

Pinochle

Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. for pinochle in the lunch room.

There is always somebody looking for a game.

Senior “Jam”

Do you like old time tunes and bluegrass music? Every Tuesday from 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. in the multi-purpose room, you’ll find a group of likeminded folks ready to sing and play.

Bingo

Second Wednesday of each month at 12:15 p.m. in the lunch room. Prizes donated by the OTC Senior Council.

Arts & Crafts Group

Every Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. in the multi-purpose room. Please bring your own supplies.

Call Todd Anderson at (360) 754-4164 for more information.

Food Bank

The Thurston County Food Bank will visit the OTC on the 2nd Friday of each month at 12:00 p.m. to drop off alreadyprepared bags of food. To be eligible for this FREE program you will need to complete an Intake Form (available in the lunch room). Contact Todd Anderson at (360) 754-4164 for further information.

Senior Trips

Senior Services for South Sound offers several Senior Trips throughout the year! The pick-up and drop-off points are the Lacey and Olympia Senior Centers. Don’t miss out on these awesome trips at very reasonable prices. Call Senior Services for South Sound at (360) 586-6181 for more details.

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HISTORIC HOMES Brewmaster's House (formerly Henderson House) The Brewmaster’s House was built in 1905 for William and Louise Naumann. Mr. Naumann was a brewmaster at the Olympia brewery just across the river.

Considered quite modern for its day, the house boasted hot and cold running water, a coal-fired boiler, and electric lights in each room. The design of the home was largely inspired by the Victorian age, but was much less elaborate than earlier Queen Anne examples.

The exterior of the home had changed over the years, but it was restored to its original appearance after the City of Tumwater acquired the house in 1977. The interior changed very little and provides a wonderful look at how Tumwater residents lived in the early 1900s. Interpretive signs give the visitor a thorough history of the house and its various owners.

Brewmaster's House is currently closed to the public.

For more information, please contact: Karen L. Johnson, Curator, Schmidt House Olympia Tumwater Foundation | PO Box 4098 | Tumwater WA 98501 (360) 890-2299 | karen@olytumfoundation.org | www.olytumfoundation.org

Crosby House Come visit the Crosby House Museum, Tumwater's oldest historic home, located across from the Brewmaster's House in Tumwater's Historic District at 702 Deschutes Way SW. This charming 1860 house was built by Bing Crosby's grandfather, Nathaniel, for his new bride, Cordelia Smith. Now owned by the City of Tumwater, it is managed by Olympia Chapter #4, Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington who have completely furnished the house with period pieces. A delightful addition is a 1"-scale, fully furnished miniature replica of the house.

The Crosby House is currently closed to the public.

For tours or more information, please contact: Ann Olson, President, Olympia Chapter #4 Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington (360) 943-5209 | sandaolson@outlook.com

(360) 754-4160 • www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks

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Historical and Pioneer Park Shelter Reservations: Reservations: • Shelters are available to reserve 365 days in advance.

• Reservations are not confirmed until completed form and fee have been received. Online reservations do not require completion of paper reservation form.

• To check availability, visit www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks.

• Large/Public Events: For all events larger than 100 people and/or open to the public, a special event permit application must be completed and approved. No person shall use a city park for a public event without a special event permit.

Cancellations: • Reservation fees are refundable minus a $10 cancellation fee.

• Cancellations must be made at least 14 days prior to the reservation to be eligible for a refund. Cancellations are not available through the online registration system; they must be requested by contacting office staff.

• No refunds will be made due to inclement weather.

Amenities/ Hours: • Parking space is limited. Carpooling recommended.

• The parks can accommodate groups of up to 100 people.* • Parks are opened at sunrise and gates are locked at sunset.

• Historical Park Shelter: Accommodates 80 people.* 3 power outlets, 20 amps max each, 1 group grill, and 1 water source.

• Pioneer Park Shelter: Accommodates 50 people.* 2 power outlets, 20 amps max each, 1 group grill, and 1 water source. *Please refer to the City website COVID-19 page for current restrictions on allowed group sizes.

Shelter reservation fees:

9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. $50 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. $50 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. $75

Historical Park

Tumwater Hill Park

Overlook Park

Deschutes Valley Park

V Street Park

Palermo Park

Jim Brown Park

5th & Grant St. Park

Barclift Park

Size in acres Barbeque Grills Baseball Field Basketball Court Boat Launch Picnic Areas Pickleball Court Play Toys Restrooms Scenic Overlook Shelter (Rentable) Soccer Fields Tennis Court Trails Volleyball Courts

Pioneer Park

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Winter Quarter Registration Winter registration begins on Monday, November 29, 2021.

The programs in this brochure run December 2021 through February 2022.

Easy Registration Online: Visit www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks and create your customer account.

In Person: As of the time of this publication, City Hall open hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. or by appointment. Please call (360) 754-4160 or email tumwaterparks@ci.tumwater.wa.us for updates.

All classes have minimum/maximum enrollment numbers to ensure a quality experience for all participants.

The City of Tumwater requires that a release of liability form be completed either in person or online for each participant in its Parks and Recreation programs. These forms will be provided at registration.

Policy • Class sizes are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Classes may be cancelled (or combined) due to low enrollment.

• For classes requiring an enrollment fee, the fee must be paid prior to your name being placed on the class roster.

Inclement Weather S hould school be cancelled due to poor weather, power outages or other related circumstances, all parks and recreation classes, leagues and programs scheduled at those facilities will adhere to the school cancellation policies.

Cancellations Classes with insufficient enrollment will be cancelled three business days before starting date unless otherwise noted.

Refunds If a class is cancelled, your registration will be refunded in full.

Refund Policy – unless otherwise noted: • Prior to the first class – 100% • After the first class – 80% • After the second class – no refund

Thurston County Specialized Recreation Programs Thurston Co. Recreation Services Department , in cooperation with Tumwater Parks and Recreation, provides special service programs to area residents. These programs strive to meet the needs of the developmentally and physically challenged in the Tumwater/ Thurston County area. For more information, call (360) 867-2588. For the hearing impaired, the TDD number is (360) 754-2933.

(360) 754-4160 • www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks