www.blacksburg.gov • FALL 2015
Biking Blacksburg BLACKSBURG
Mountain Biking SKILLS PARK Page 3
Online Registration Tutorial Page 36
INSIDE: Recreation Activities –
Registration Begins Sept. 9 at 9am
What’s Happening? September 2
October 9
Market Square Jam with Indian Run String Band, 8pm
Virginia Tech vs. NC State
September 4
BrewDo, Noon-5pm, Corporate Research Center
September 7
Virginia Tech vs. Duke
Gobblerfest, Virginia Tech Drillfield, 4-8pm Labor Day, Town Offices Closed Party on the Promenade, College Avenue, 3-6pm Virginia Tech vs. Ohio State
September 9
Market Square Jam with Sam Linkous and Friends, 8pm
September 12
Virginia Tech vs. Furman
September 16
Market Square Jam with Hoyt Street Hotshots, 8pm
September 19
October 17 October 24 October 30
Halloween Carnival, Blacksburg Community Center, 6-8pm
October 31
Downtown Trick or Treat, 4-6pm
November 11
Veterans Day, Town Offices Closed
November 14
Free Family Film Fest, The Lyric Theatre
November 21
Virginia Tech vs. UNC
November 26-27
Alexander Black Tie Gala, Alexander Black House & Cultural Center
Thanksgiving, Town Offices Closed
September 23
Small Business Saturday, Downtown Blacksburg
September 26
First Friday Art Walk, Downtown Blacksburg
Market Square Jam with Indian Run String Band, 8pm Virginia Science Festival, Moss Arts Center and Downtown, 10am-4pm
September 30
Market Square Jam with Sam Linkous and Friends, 8pm
October 2
Art Walk, Downtown Blacksburg
October 3
Virginia Tech vs. Pitt
October 5
November 28 December 4
Winter Lights Festival, Downtown Blacksburg, 4:30pm Holiday Parade, Downtown Blacksburg, 7pm
IN THIS ISSUE 3 Gravity Check 4 Parking Smarter 5 Cooperation in Business 6 Virginia Science Festival 7 Parks and Recreation .......
Registration 8 Community Center 9 Aquatic Center 10 Shelter and Field Rentals 11 Youth Programs 16 Outdoor Programs 20 Aquatics Programs 26 Municipal Golf Course 27 Athletic Programs 29 Adult Athletics 30 Active Adults 34 Health & Fitness 36 Active Adults
December 19
Free Family Film Fest, The Lyric Theatre, 10am
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December 24-25
Christmas, Town Offices Closed
Blacksburg Cultural Classic Golf Tournament, Blacksburg Country Club
To find out what’s happening around Blacksburg or to post your own events, visit www.stepintoblacksburg.org. For town meeting dates, deadlines, and collection schedules, visit www.blacksburg.gov/calendar.
Saturday, September 19, Alexander Black House & Cultural Center Attendance will be limited. Please purchase your tickets and reserve your seat or table before the event is sold out. The evening will include: Exceptional elegant southern cuisine prepared by local Chef Richard Perry Silent Auction Live Music by 3 Minute Lovin’ Dancing on the Lawn Proceeds from the Gala will be used for Phase II of the restoration which will make the entire house accessible to the community. To purchase tickets or reserve a table, make an auction donation, or become a sponsor call the Blacksburg Museum and Cultural Foundation at 540-558-0746.
Blacksburg Parks & Recreation
About Town is a publication of the Town of Blacksburg Community Relations Office. Mission of the Town of Blacksburg To support a dynamic community by providing effective municipal services and enhancing Blacksburg’s quality of life. Town Council clerk@blacksburg.gov Ron Rordam, Mayor Krisha Chachra, Vice Mayor Susan Anderson John Bush Leslie Hager-Smith Cecile Newcomb Michael Sutphin Enjoy About Town and don’t forget to recycle.
KEEP IN TOUCH
Gravity Check A new mountain bike skills park will be fun for cyclists of all levels
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here are few things more exhilaratgiving, but every dollar counts. The caming than catching some air as you paign will run through the end of Septemhead down a steep hill on a bike. With the ber. The town has already earned a grant Blue Ridge Mountains at our doorstep, from the International Mountain Biking mountain biking is popular in our region. Association to go forward with construcNow Blacksburg is poised to take it to the tion plans, and has a grant from Clif Bar next level. and Company to create an environmental The town is education kiosk. Support the Mountain Bike Park working toward If grant writing building a mounand fundraising efGive to the Indiegogo campaign: tain bike skills park forts are successful, http://igg.me/at/bburgbikepark at the base of the park construction Just a few dollars makes a huge impact. Jefferson National could begin as early Forest, just off Meadowbrook Drive and as summer 2016. “It’s going to be really across from Heritage Park. This will be the cool,” Crane said. first park of its kind in southwest Virginia. “The park will be a learning center Making Blacksburg where new riders can practice, and experienced riders can work out or get more bike friendly warmed up before a ride,” Dean Crane, Cycling brings many public health benefits to a head of Blacksburg’s Parks and Recrecommunity, like reducing car traffic, pollution, and ation Department, said. Cyclists will be providing exercise. The town has spent several years able to ride to the park from the Hucklecreating a Bicycle Master Plan—which began as a berry Trail. grass-roots movement—and will put the plan out A conceptual plan calls for the park to for public feedback this fall. be built in two phases. Phase 1 includes As efforts begin to make Blacksburg safer for 3,500 feet of trails for beginner and intercyclists, the town will paint shared lane markings, mediate riders and a 6,250 square foot or sharrows, on Progress Street to indicate that pump park. Phase 2 will incorporate more bicyclists may use the full lane. The marking includes advanced, black diamond-type trails. a bicycle symbol with two chevron arrows. Sharrows The town has applied for a grant from encourage proper bicyclist positioning in lanes too the Virginia Department of Conservanarrow for a motor vehicle and a bicycle to travel tion and Recreation to fund much of the comfortably side by side within the same traffic lane. park’s construction. To compete for the For more information regarding the Bicycle grant, however, $20,000 in matching Master Plan or sharrows, please contact Kali Casper funds must be raised. in the Planning and Building Department at A fundraising campaign for the park 540-961-1126 or at kcasper@blacksburg.gov. has already begun on Indiegogo.com. It offers a few perks for different levels of
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Parking Smarter Smart meters and pay stations bring parking downtown into the 21st century.
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ou don’t have to
scrounge around for loose change to park downtown anymore. Newly installed smart meters and pay stations in downtown Blacksburg still accept change but they also take credit and debit cards. “The most convenient parking downtown is designed for people who are shopping and eating out,” Matt Hanratty, Blacksburg’s housing and neighborhood services manager, said. It can be a struggle to find convenient parking downtown. In 2013, a study of parking habits found that there are two peak parking times for downtown Blacksburg—one at lunch, and one at dinner time. The study also found that some drivers monopolized spaces for more than five hours. Downtown parking rates have increased to a dollar an hour to help pay for the new technology, and more importantly, to encourage parking turnover. Parking time limits—two hours for on street parking and four hours for the lots on Church and What you need to know Progress Streets—will be enforced. Meters “The new meters allow for $1 per hour better turnover of our downtown Two hour limit parking spaces,” Hanratty said. Pay by coins or credit/debit card With the rate changes and Pay stations $1 per hour enforcement, he adds, “there’s a better likelihood that you will be Two hour limit at Market Square Park and on College Avenue; four hour limit at able to find a space. While this Progress and Church Street lots alone won’t solve downtown’s Pay with credit/debit cards or coins parking problem it’s a great first step towards improvement in a Display printed receipt on dash Meters and pay station parking is enforced between longer term plan.” 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday-Saturday For more information about Parking is FREE after 5 p.m., parking in Blacksburg, visit and on Sundays and holidays www.blacksburg.gov/parking.
Parking Downtown
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Cooperation in Business Blacksburg businesses find success when they support each other
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erchant associations were
common in the eras before shopping malls, when businesses might join forces to decorate for the holidays or coordinate hours. Today, merchant organizations can be critical for small business owners without the power to compete with big chains. In Blacksburg, three merchant organizations—Downtown Blacksburg, Inc., the South Main Merchant Association, and the University City Boulevard Merchant Association—are finding strength in numbers. All three groups have similar goals—to promote local businesses, to support one another, and to strengthen the town’s vibrant merchant community. “There is a large diversity of businesses here, many of them minority and women owned,” said Blake Mutschler, who owns Fun-n-Games and is president of the University City Boulevard Merchant Association. His group has drawn crowds at several successful, family-oriented events at the University Mall. “We’d like to launch an event on the eastern side of the street,” Mutschler said, as the mall only represents a fraction of the street’s businesses.” Downtown Blacksburg, Inc, is the oldest merchant association in town, and first came together to bring about what we now know and love as Steppin’ Out. “We’d like to have a full downtown, and we’re nearly there,” said Laureen Blakemore, director of Downtown Blacksburg, Inc., and owner of Uncommonly Gifted. “It is important to support the businesspeople who live here and keep the downtown vital,” she said. Paula Bolte is current president of the South Main Merchant Association and owns Annie Kay’s and Imaginations Toy Store. “Our goal is to work with all groups in town. We want to get to know our neighbors and cheer for Blacksburg,” she said. Bolte attributes Blacksburg’s unique mix of residents and visitors for helping make local businesses successful. “We have an amazing community that supports small business,” Bolte said.
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Bodies in motion head to the Virginia Science Festival Keep your ion Saturday, September 26
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ark your calendars for the second annual Virginia Science Festival, to be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, September 26, kicking off a month long celebration of science across the commonwealth. Encompassing everything from spores to satellites, the family-friendly event will host hands-on exhibits at the Moss Arts Center, Alumni Mall, Henderson Lawn at Virginia Tech, and on College Avenue in downtown Blacksburg. There will be interactive displays and technology-inspired entertainment, such as weather exhibits from the WDBJ-7 meteorology team and the Virginia Tech Meteorology Club as well as robot demonstrations from the Tuxedo Pandas. With so much going on, there’s no way it could be Bohr-ing.
What: Virginia Science Festival When: Saturday, September 26, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Where: Virginia Tech campus and Downtown Blacksburg Who: Free and open to science lovers and learners of all ages Celebrate science through October. For more see www.cpe.vt.edu/sciencefestival/
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BLACKSBURG PARKS AND RECREATION – GENERAL INFORMATION
RECREATION FEES WHAT DOES R/NR MEAN? R: RESIDENT: Individuals living in the town limits or paying town taxes NR: NON-RESIDENT: Non-Blacksburg residents
REFUND POLICY
Refund requests must be made seven days prior to the start of a program or rental to ensure refund or credit. • Refunds under $25 will be credited to the household account. • A $25 service charge will apply to payments made by cash or check. • No service charge for payments made by credit card.
OPEN PARTICIPATION
All programs are available without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, political affiliation or disability.
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
• For cancellation information, call the cancellation hotline at 540-558-0742. • All Senior programs are on the Montgomery County Schools’ inclement weather closing schedule. • Sign up for Blacksburg Alert for email notification at www.blacksburg.gov.
DEAN B. CRANE
Director, Parks and Recreation 540-961-1135 recreation@blacksburg.gov
REGISTRATION
Fall registration begins September 9 at 9 am. Register online at www.blacksburg.gov/recreation by phone, mail, fax, or in person at one of the following locations: The Blacksburg Community Center 725 Patrick Henry Drive Phone: 540-961-1149 Fax: 540-961-1897 Blacksburg Aquatic Center 625 Patrick Henry Drive Phone: 540-961-1852 Fax: 540-951-8313
WAIT LIST POLICY
If programs are full, registrants can elect to be put on a waiting list. Once a spot opens, registrants will be contacted in order based on the wait list. If a registrant is unavailable or unreachable, Blacksburg Parks & Recreation will immediately contact the next person on the list until the spot is filled.
Parks and Recreation Office 615 Patrick Henry Drive Phone: 540-961-1135 Fax: 540-951-8313
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GENERAL INFORMATION - COMMUNITY CENTER THE COMMUNITY “REC” CENTER 725 Patrick Henry Drive Phone: 540-961-1149 / Fax: 540-961-1897 HOURS OF OPERATION September
Monday-Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
8am-10pm 8am-8pm 8am-noon Noon-5pm
Monday-Thursday Friday & Saturday Sunday
8am-10pm 8am-8pm Noon-5pm
Monday-Saturday Sunday
8am-10pm Noon-5pm
October
November
December Monday-Saturday*
8am-10pm Sunday Noon-6pm *Closing at 8pm the last week of December.
Closing Days
September 5-7 November 27 & 28 December 24 -25 December 31 January 1
COMMUNITY CENTER ROOM RENTALS Room setup is available free of charge with at least 48 hours notice. Any rentals outside of the regular hours of the Community Center are subject to an extra $10/hr. One week advance registration is required. Call 540-961-1149 or email jleahy@blacksburg.gov for more information. Multipurpose Room: $30/hr, holds 155 banquet;
250 lecture
Community Room: $25/hr, holds 80 banquet; 100 lecture Art Room: $15/hr, holds 15 banquet 25 lecture includes sink and counter Program Room: $20/hr, holds 60 banquet; 80 lecture,
includes sink and counter
Social Room: $15/hr, holds 15, includes sofas and
big screen TV
COMMUNITY CENTER GYM A AND B Rental fees are $25/hr FITNESS CENTER FEES Adults (18 years and older) Daily pass: $5 Five time pass: $10 Thirty time pass: $35 Fifty Time pass: $50 All passes are good for up to one year from date of purchase. The Fitness Center opens when the Community Center opens and closes ½ hour before the Community Center closes. Facility hours may change due to special events. Please call 540-961-1149 for more information. KIPPS GYMNASIUM 2801 Prices Fork Road Phone: 540-552-2798
JACK LEAHY
Assistant Director, Parks and Recreation 540-961-1880 jleahy@blacksburg.gov
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Kipps Gymnasium is only open for programs and gym rentals. Rental fees are $25/hr Rentals must be made one week in advance. Call 540-961-1135 or 540-961-1149 for information and reservations.
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LIFE AND RECREATION IN BLACKSBURG
GENERAL INFORMATION - AQUATIC CENTER HOURS AND FEES 625 Patrick Henry Drive Phone: 540-961-1852 / Fax: 540-951-8313 Monday-Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
5:30am-9:30pm 5:30am-7pm 9am-6:30pm 1-6:30pm
The pool closes fifteen minutes before the building.
DAYCARE, SCHOOLS AND OTHER GROUPS Groups planning to bring 10 or more swimmers during recreational swim hours are asked to schedule with the Aquatic Center at least one week in advance whenever possible. Groups with children under the age of 10 are to have one adult supervising in the water, per eight children. CHILD SUPERVISION A supervising adult must be in the facility for children ages 6-13. Children five and younger must be supervised by a paying, swimming adult in the pool and locker rooms and must be within arm’s reach at all times. Children over the age of three may not use the opposite gender locker room. The Family Changing Room is available for parents with children over the age of three.
CLOSING DAYS The Aquatic Center will be closed on September 6-12 for annual maintenance, November 26, December 24-25. For information on weekly schedules, facility policies, and rules POOL RENTALS visit www.blacksburg.gov/recreation or call 540-961-1852. All pool facility rentals are for two hours and must be made at least one week in advance to ensure adequate staffing.
ADMISSION AND PASS INFORMATION Daily Admission:
Adults (15-64): $3.50 Seniors (65 and up): $3 Youth (3-14): $3 After 7pm rates decrease by $.50
LOBBY RENTAL Lobby rentals are available Saturdays, 1-3pm or 4-6pm and Sundays, 1:153:15pm or 3:45-5:45pm. Includes use of the BAC lobby and pool admission for up to 15 people. Please note the facility will remain open to the general public during lobby rentals.
10 Swim Passes:
Lobby Rental Package: $70 • Pool admission for up to 15 people • Additional price per person is $3
30 Swim Passes:
PRIVATE RENTAL Private rentals are available 7:15-9:15pm on Friday and 6:45-8:45pm on Saturday evenings. Includes exclusive use of the BAC lobby and pool admission for up to 25 people.
Children under the age of three are free with a paying, swimming adult. Adults (15-64): $30 Seniors (65 and up): $25 Youth (3-14): $25 Adults (15-64): $85 Seniors (65 & up): $70 Youth (3-14): $70
Private Rental Package: $125 • Pool admission for up to 25 people • For parties larger than 25 people there will be an additional charge of $25
Yearly Passes: Primary Account Member
Float Package: $35 Add a Float Package to any private rental for $35. Includes use of all aquatic center inflatable toys and animals. Float toys may vary according to availability.
Adults (15-64): $230 Seniors (65 and up): $200 Youth (3-14): $200
WATER EXERCISE FEES
Additional Account Member Adult (20-64): $160 Senior (65 and up): $100 Young Adult (15-19): $100 Youth (3-14): $85
Water Exercise Unlimited Pass: $250
*All Swim Passes expire one year from purchase date.
Water Exercise 20 Punch Pass: $65 - Pass entitles the user to 20 classes of
Similar to a yearly membership pass, this pass entitles the participant to attend any water aerobics class. Pass expires one year from date of purchase and is nontransferable. their choice. Pass expires 12 months from date of purchase and is non-transferable.
Water Exercise Per Class Fee: $3.75
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SHELTER AND FIELD RENTALS PICNIC SHELTERS Picnic shelter reservations may be made at the recreation office, 615 Patrick Henry Drive, Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm or by phone. Shelter reservation times are 10am-3pm, 4pm - dark or for the entire day. Fees are $30 for half day period or $50/all day. The fee is non-refundable unless inclement weather prevents use on the day of reservation. MUNICIPAL PARK SHELTER RENTALS: Shelter I: Seats 160 people. Located on Turner Street. Shelter II: Seats 48 people. Located on Turner Street, park side. Shelter III: Seats 48 people. Located on Patrick Henry side. Shelter IV: Seats 48 people. Located on Patrick Henry side. Nellie’s Cave Park: Seats 100 people. Located at the end of
Grissom Lane.
Toms Creek Park: Seats 32 people. Located on Toms Creek Road, west of Route 460. 1/4 mile on right. Heritage Community Park: Shelter on Glade seats 64, shelter on Meadowbrook Drive seats 64. Wong Park: Seats 32 people. Located at 303 Wilson Avenue. Skate Park Shelter: Seats 20 people. Located in front of main office, 615 Patrick Henry Drive. Tennis Court Shelter: Seats 32 people. Located at 615 Patrick Henry Drive.
FIELD RENTALS : Fields may be reserved for softball, baseball, or soccer for a fee of $10/hr. Tournament fees are $85/field, per day + $35/hr for lights + $100 (refundable) damage deposit. Horseshoe Pits at Municipal and Nellie’s Cave Park
Horseshoes can be rented at the Blacksburg Community Center for $5/set.
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LIFE AND RECREATION IN BLACKSBURG
YOUTH PROGRAMS RANDY HALL Community Programs Supervisor 540-961-1191 rhall@blacksburg.gov MOMMY & ME / DADDY & ME
These playgroups include warm-up exercises, small and large motor skills, developmental movements, ladders, slides, tunnels, parachute, streamers, hula hoops, and lummi sticks. Parent participation required.
FAMILY ENERGY OUTLET
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
101001-F1
M Oct 5-Nov 9
1-1.8
9:30-10:30am
$40/$50
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
For parents with more than one child, this playgroup will center on exercise and movement. Music and songs also included. Parent participation required.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
101003-F1
Tu Oct 6–Nov 10
0-6
10:4511:45pm
$25/$30
* Fee per child
101003-F2
W Oct 7-Nov11
0-6
1-2pm
$25/$30
101003-F3
Tu, Th Dec 8-10
0-6
10-11am
$15/$25
101003-F4
M, W Dec 14-16
0-6
10-11am
$15/$25
Location
ENERGY OUTLET
Get out that energy with playgroups centered on movement exercise. Activities will include body awareness, balance, eye-hand, eye-foot coordination, creative expression, self confidence and social interaction. Parent participation required.
BOUNCING BEARS
Bounce on a variety of large, interactive inflatables. Explore the jumpers and sliders. Parachute activities will be held at the end of each class.
ROMP & STOMP
Free play, with warm-up exercises, basic concepts such as up and down, in and out, as well as basic shapes and directions. Song activities will be incorporated. Parent participation required. Parent participation required.
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Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
101000-F1
M Oct 5-Nov 9
2
10:45-11:45am
$40/$50
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
101011-B1
W Oct 7-Nov 11
3-4 yrs
10:45-11:45am
$40/$50
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
101002–F1
Tu Oct 6-Nov 10
18-24 mos
9:30-10:30am
$40/$50
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
540-961-1135 • www.blacksburg.gov/recreation • FALL 2015
YOUTH PROGRAMS SPORTY SHORTIES
Participate in a variety of exercises while enjoying the soft equipment where children can roll, tumble, crawl through and climb. Parent participation required.
ART & MORE FOR 2s
Introduce your toddler to art in a semi-structured setting. The classes will consist of a variety of art projects, story time and songs. Emphasis is on fun, social interaction and experimenting with different media. Parent participation required.
ART SMART
Toddlers will be exposed to different media while learning how to use colors, shapes, patterns and sizes. Encourage imagination, expression, and communication through art. The end of each class will be spent reading and sharing songs and stories.
HOMESCHOOL HOMEWORK & TUTORING
Coordinated peer/group tutoring. Instructor has MA.Ed. and Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction with a STEM specialization. * Per child
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
101104-F1
W Oct 7-Nov 11
2-3
9:30-10:30am
$40/$50
Location Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
101100-F1
Tu Oct 6-Nov 10
2
9:45-10:45am
$35/$45
101100-F2
Th Oct 8-Nov 12
2
9:45-10:45am
$35/$45
Location
Coordinated peer/group tutoring. Instructor has a B.S. in math, and MA.Ed. and Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
101101-F1
Tu Oct 6-Nov 10
3-4
11-noon
$35/$45
101101-F2
Th Oct 8-Nov 12
3-4
11-noon
$35/$45
Location
Recreation Administrative Office
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
102331-H1
Tu Oct 6-Dec 8
5-10
1-3pm
$100/$110
102331-H2
Th Oct 8-Dec 10
11-18
1-3pm
$100/$110
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
102331-T1
Tu Oct 6-Dec 8
5-10
4-6pm
$100/$110
102331-T2
Th Oct 8-Dec 10
11-18
4-6pm
$100/$110
Location
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Recreation Administrative Office
Activity #
Location
AFTER SCHOOL HOMEWORK & TUTORING
Blacksburg Community Center
Blacksburg Community Center
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LIFE AND RECREATION IN BLACKSBURG
YOUTH PROGRAMS B3 BRICKS BOTS & BREAKERS TWO DAY CAMPS All camps held at the Blacksburg Community Center. ELEMENTARY ROBOTICS LEGO NEW! MINDSTORMS EV3
Introduction to building and programming robots. Campers will work in groups to build and program awesome robots. Teams will find creative solutions to problems and then develop them through a process of selecting, building, testing, and evaluating.
B3 LEGO® ENGINEERING SIMPLE MACHINES
Students will build awesome working models to investigate the principles of simple machines, mechanisms, and structures. Fun projects include: Sweeper, Freewheeler, Power Car, Dog Bot, Dragster, Land Yacht, and more.
B3 BEGINNING ROBOTICS WITH LEGO® WEDO®
Campers will be introduced to building and programming Robots with LEGO WeDO Robotics. Projects include four fun themes; Amazing Mechanisms, Wild Animals, Play Soccer, Adventure Stories.
B3 EARLY ENGINEERING 1 MACHINES
This hands-on STEM class introduces basic science and engineering concepts. Build and test fun working LEGO® machines: vehicles, spinning top, hockey player and more. Experience pulleys, levers, gears, wheels and axles exploring energy, buoyancy, and balance.
EARLY ROBOTICS
A variety of simple robotics platforms; BeeBot, KIBO, and Dash, introduce students to robotics and programming and develop STEM skills in this hands-on camp. Robot and programming themed games, crafts and more.
B3 EARLY ENGINEERING 2 MACHINES
This hands-on STEM, (science, technology, engineering and math), LEGO® class is designed to introduce younger kids to basic science and engineering concepts. Students will build fun and simple models like a Tractor, an Eggbeater, and more.
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Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
102410-ER
Sa Oct 9 & 17
8-12
9am-noon
$90/$100
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
102410-SM
Sa Oct 9 & 17
8-12
1-4pm
$75/$85
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
102410-BR
Sa Oct 31 & Nov 7
6-10
9am-noon
$75/$85
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
102410-EE
Sa Oct 31 & Nov 7
5-8
1-4pm
$75/$85
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
102410-R1
Sa Nov 14 & 21
4-7
9am -noon
$75/$85
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
102410-S1
Sa Nov 14 & 21
5-8
1-4pm
$75/$85
540-961-1135 • www.blacksburg.gov/recreation • FALL 2015
YOUTH PROGRAMS PIL SEUNG TAE KWON DO INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112206-10 112206-11 112206-12 112206-01
M,W Oct M,W Nov M,W Dec M,W Jan
7 & up
4:30-5pm
$35/$45
112205-10 112205-11 112205-12 112205-01
Tu Oct Tu Nov Tu Dec Tu Jan
4-6
5-5:45 pm
$35/$45
Location
915 Hethwood Blvd, Unit 7 at Hethwood Shopping Center
Korean Martial Art Olympic style program, stressing integrity, physical, and mental fitness. No contract required. Ongoing program and fee is due by the first class of each month.
HUNTER SAFETY COURSE A mandatory course to obtain a Virginia State Game License for 12-15 year olds and first time hunters. Conducted by Department of Game and Inland Fisheries to be taken after required self study online. Register at www.dgif.virginia.gov/hunting/ education. PARKS AND RECREATION DANCE CLASSES
Classes held at Dance.tech Performing Arts Studio, 1101 N. Main Street. For more information call 540-961-6666 or email info@dance-tech.com. Shoes and clothes can be borrowed at Dance.tech. Tutus: Ballet/Tap, M, 4:15-5pm, Ages 3-9, Cheer.tech: Tu, 4-4:45 pm, Ages 3-9 Cheer.tech: Tu, 4:45-5:30pm, Ages 3-9 Tiaras: Ages 3-17, Ballet/Gym, Tu, 5:30-6:30pm Musical Theatre: Ages 3-17, M, 6:30-7:30pm Hip-Hop: Ages 3-17, Th, 6-7pm, Cheer.tech: Ages 3-17, Th, 4-5pm Tumbling: Ages 3-17, Th, 5-6pm
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Su Sep 13
12 & up
1-7pm
$2/$4 at the door
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
*Fee (R/NR)
102402-D1
Oct
3-adult
$45/$55
102402-D2
Nov
3-adult
$45/$55
102402-D3
Dec
3-adult
$45/$55
102402-D4
Jan
3-adult
$45/$55
Activity #
Date
Age
*Fee (R/NR)
102402-T1
Oct
3-adult
$60/$70
102402-T2
Nov
3-adult
$60/$70
102402-T3
Dec
3-adult
$60/$70
102402-T4
Jan
3-adult
$60/$70
* Per person
* Per person
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YOUTH PROGRAMS MUSIC TIME FOR THE FAMILY
Activity #
This music class is especially designed for the growing 102412-M1 toddler and preschooler to learn about and enjoy music together. Marci Craig is Kindermusik trained. * Per child Themes will include favorite nursery rhymes. Parent Location participation is required.
PRE-K STEM FUN
Instructional play activities involving introductory Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math concepts. Ages 3-5, must be potty trained.
Date
Age
Time
F Dec 4-18
1-4
10-10:45am
*Fee (R/NR)
$30/$40
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
102331-K1
Tu Oct 6-Nov 3
3-5
11am-12:30pm
$35/$45
102331-K2
Tu Nov 10-Dec 8
3-5
11am-12:30pm
$35/$45
* Per child
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
ANNUAL HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL Friday, October 30, 6-8 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Drive Bring your preschool or elementary aged trick or treater for a fun and safe observance of Halloween. There will be carnival games, candy and prizes. Cosponsored by Virginia Tech Chapter of Circle K. Fee is $2 per child.
SANTA CALLING
The Blacksburg Parks Recreation Department has made special arrangements for Santa Claus to call children, ages 3-8, from Santa’s North Pole Workshop on Thursday, December 17, 4-6 pm. Forms can be found at www.blacksburg.gov/recreation or picked up at any recreational facility. All forms must be received by Monday, December 14.
HO! HO! HO! MERRY CHRISTMAS!
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OUTDOOR PROGRAMS TRAVIS COAD Outdoor Supervisor 540-961-1133 tcoad@blacksburg.gov BOATING FALL FOLIAGE FLOAT ON THE JAMES
Canoe down the James River enjoying the beautiful colors and sounds of fall. This section of river provides relatively easy paddling with occasional fast moving riffles. Guides will provide you with a safety talk and a lesson.
SCENIC CANOE TOUR OF THE NEW
What better way to welcome in the fall season then paddling one of the most beautiful sections of the New River. Guides will provide you with a safety instruction and lesson on paddling fundamentals.
SAILING 101
Enjoy a day on Claytor Lake learning the basics that make sailing so enjoyable. This easy introductory course will teach you the fundamentals to get you sailing in no time.
FALL AFTERNOON / EVENING SAIL
Kick back and enjoy the afternoon/evening on Claytor Lake sailing with the beauty of the fall colors as your backdrop. This relaxing trip will let you experience wonder and excitement sailing.wonder and excitement sailing.
KAYAK SKILLS COURSE: INTRO TO KAYAKING
Ideal for the beginner to the advanced looking to fast track their learning curve or just get some pool time. Learn the fundamentals of the roll, bracing, and edge control. Equipment will be provided. Personal equipment welcome.
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Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
130505-01
Sa Oct 24
11 & up
9am-5pm
$25/$35
Location
Trip will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
130003-1
Sa Sep 19
11 & up
9am-5pm
$20/$30
Location
Trip will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
130304-01
Sa Sep 5
11 & up
9:30am-3:30pm
$35/$45
Location
Trip will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
130304-02
Sa Oct 17
11 & up
12:30-6:30pm
$35/$45
Location
Trip will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
430501-9
Su Sep 27
11 & up
10am-noon
$15/$25
430501-10
Su Oct 25
11 & up
10am-noon
$15/$25
430501-11
Su Nov 22
11 & up
10am-noon
$15/$25
430501-12
Su Dec 20
11 & up
10am-noon
$15/$25
Location
Program will meet at the Blacksburg Aquatic Center
Registration Deadline
Thursday before the course by 5pm
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OUTDOOR PROGRAMS HIKES AND RIDES WETLANDS WALK
Join David Darnell from the Virginia Native Plant Society and former wetland delineation specialist as we explore the Mt. Lake area in search of spruce bogs. David will also highlight other plant species commonly found around the area.
HAWK WATCHING
Hike a moderate 1.5 miles to Hanging Rock Observatory nestled 3800 ft above the Virginia/West Virginia boundary. At this time of year over 1000 raptors can be spotted in a single day.
BIKE THE VIRGINA CREEPER TRAIL NEW!
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
130201-WL
Sa Sep 26
16 & up
9am-5pm
$5/$10
Location
Trip will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
130201-HW
Sa Sep 12
16 & up
9am-4pm
$10/$20
Location
Trip will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Discover the beauty of the VA Creeper Rail Trail via biSa Nov 14 11 & up 9am-5pm 130008-1 cycle. The trail’s gentle downhill slope makes it great for visitors of all ages to bike. Personal bikes are wel- * Trip will include bike rental, guide, and transportation. come; please contact the Outdoor Supervisor prior to ** w/ rental $40/$50, w/o rental $30/$40 trip to make arrangements.
*Fee (R/NR)
Location
Trip will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
The Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail is the first statewide trail system of its kind in the United States. Along this fascinating trail you will find the Heritage Community Park and Natural Area located in Blacksburg, VA. This unique park offers visitors over 169 acres of opportunity to visit and array of habitats including: open meadows, hedge rows, floodplains and marshes. A large diversity of birds, white tail deer, wild turkey, red fox, various reptiles and insects inhabit the park as well. For more information on the Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail please visit The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries website www.dgif.virginia.gov/vbwt.
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OUTDOOR PROGRAMS HIKES AND RIDES HORSEBACK TRAIL RIDE
Spend the day on horseback riding next to the New River. This guided horseback ride is a two-hour trail ride down the beautiful New River Trail State Park. Rides are led by professional staff from Foster Falls Horse Livery.
*Activity #
Date
*Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
130202-HB
Sa Oct 10
11 & up
8:30am-3pm
$45/$55
Location
Program will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
* Note: Trail rides require riders to be at least 11 years of age.
BASICS OF MOUNTAIN BIKING
Learn basic concepts to make you a better Mountain Biker, and what equipment to have on the trail. Test your new skills on a short ride at Pandapas Pond.
*Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
130008- M1
Su Sep 13
11 & up
2pm-6pm
$10/$20
130008- M2
Su Oct 25
11 & up
2pm-6pm
$10/$20
130008- M3
Su Nov 8
11 & up
1pm-5pm
$10/$20
Location
Program will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Thursday before the trip by 5pm
* Activity requires you to bring your own mountain bike in proper working order. Transportation for you and your bike provided.
WALK-N- WINE: BUFFALO MOUNTAIN
Home to the second highest water fall in Virginia, Buffalo Mountain is a moderate two mile hike. Afterwards take a moment to enjoy a special tasting, and winery tour, of Villa Appalachia just down the road.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
130201-BG
Sa Oct 3
21 & up
9am-5pm
$10/$20
Location
Trip will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
For Additional Environmental Programs contact
SEEDS is a nature-based community organization, in partnership with the Town of Blacksburg and Virginia Tech Department of Biological Sciences. The Nature Center located at Blacksburg’s historic Price House, 107 Wharton Street SE is open to the public and offers educational enrichment programs, exhibits, and more. Come visit! www.seedskids.org, discover@seedskids.org.
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OUTDOOR PROGRAMS CLIMBING AND CAVING INTRO ROCK CLIMBING
Introductory rock climbing in West Virginia designed for the novice and intermediate climber. Trained climbing guides will provide you with the proper gear and instruction for an unforgettable experience. Instruction, equipment and transportation included.
WONDERS OF THE UNDERWORLD: INTRO TO CAVING
Experience total darkness. View unique cave formations such as stalactites, stalagmites, soda straws, and more. No experience is needed. All caving is in accordance to the Caving Protocols in Response to WhiteNose Syndrome in Virginia.
PHOTO PRESENTATION NEW! OF BIRDS OF THE NEW RIVER
Come and view the birds of the New River, as presented by noted local photographer Bob Abraham.
*Activity #
Date
*Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
130001-1
Sa Sep 12
11 & up
9am-5pm
$20/$30
Location
Trip will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
*Activity #
Date
*Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
130002-1
Sa Sep 26
11 & up
9am-5pm
$20/$30
130002-2
Sa Nov 21
11 & up
9am-5pm
$20/$30
Location
Trip will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
130103 – 01
Th Oct 29
All ages
7-8pm
FREE
Location
Program will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the program
ARRANGE FOR A PRIVATE TRIP OR LESSON
Give us a call and let us set up a private trip/program out on the river, rocks, woods, or in the classroom. You can also arrange for private lessons in canoeing or kayaking. Let one of our professionally trained instructors fine tune your skills. Private trips or lessons make for great gift ideas. Call 540-961-1133 for more information.
HOLIDAY PINES FOR PARKS Help beautify our parks by donating your used, live, root balled holiday trees to Blacksburg Parks & Recreation Department. Call to arrange a pick up. 540-961-1135
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LYNNE KRULICH Aquatic Supervisor 540-961-1852 lkrulich@blacksburg.gov
WATER EXERCISE PROGRAMS AQUATIC THERAPY FOR REHABILITATION AND EXERCISE
M-F 9-11am Individuals can perform therapy under the direction of their own physician or physical therapist. In addition to a pass or daily admission fee, a letter from a physician or physical therapist is required for admission and must be renewed yearly.
WATER AEROBICS
M-F, 9-10am M & W, 7-8pm Conducted in deep and shallow water, AquaFit! is designed to give a total body workout with little or no impact. Class includes cardio, toning, and stretching. Participants should be comfortable in deep water. Flotation belts available.
*No Water Aerobics classes during the week of Thanksgiving.
BRING YOUR OWN BABY – (AND YOU)
W, September 23 - November 18, 10am A class where the baby is used as resistance equipment for the parent. The parent receives a great water workout while songs and games entertain the child. Ages 6 months to 5 years.
AMERICAN RED CROSS LEARN-TO-SWIM PROGRAM No group swimming lessons during the week of Thanksgiving. WATER BABIES & BUGS (6-36 months)
Parent participation required. Class provides experiences and activities for parents and children including enter/exit the water safely, getting comfortable in the water, exploring buoyancy and changing body positions in the water.
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Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139000-01
M, W Sep 14-23
5-5:30pm
$30/$40
Sep 11
139000-02
M, W Oct 19-28
5-5:30pm
$30/$40
Oct 16
139000-03
M, W Nov 16-Dec 2
5-5:30pm
$30/$40
Nov 13
139000-04
Sa Sep 19-Oct 24
9-9:30pm
$35/$45
Sep 18
139000-05
Sa Nov 7-Dec 12
9-9:30pm
$35/$45
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AMERICAN RED CROSS LEARN-TO-SWIM PROGRAM PRESCHOOL LEVELS GUPPIES (3-5 years)
Must be completely independent of parent. Objective is to help participants feel comfortable and safely enjoy the water. Includes front/back floating, blowing bubbles, and paddle strokes on front and back with support.
MINNOWS (3-5 years)
Must be completely independent of parent. Building on skills taught in Guppies while building confidence and independence. Skills include front/ back floating, underwater exploration, combined stroke with breathing, kicking on back and front unsupported.
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Activity #
*Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139010-01
M,W Sep 14-Oct 7
5-5:30pm
$45/$55
Sep 11
139010-02
Tu, Th Sep 15-Oct 8
5-5:30pm
$45/$55
Sep 14
139010-03
M,W Oct 19-Nov 11
5-5:30pm
$45/$55
Oct 16
139010-04
Tu, Th Oct 20-Nov 12
5-5:30pm
$45/$55
Oct 19
139010-05
M,W Nov 16-Dec 16
5-5:30pm
$45/$55
Nov 13
139010-06
Tu, Th Nov 17-Dec 17
5-5:30pm
$45/$55
Nov 16
139010-07
Sa Sep 19-Oct 24
9:35-10:05am
$35/$45
Sep 18
139010-08
Sa Nov 7-Dec 12
9:35-10:05am
$35/$45
Nov 6
Activity #
*Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139015-01
M,W Sep 14-Oct 7
5:35-6:05pm
$45/$55
Sep 11
139015-02
Tu, Th Sep 15-Oct 8
5:35-6:05pm
$45/$55
Sep 14
139015-03
M,W Oct 19-Nov 11
5:35-6:05pm
$45/$55
Oct 16
139015-04
Tu, Th Oct 20-Nov 12
5:35-6:05pm
$45/$55
Oct 19
139015-05
M,W Nov 16-Dec 19
5:35-6:05pm
$35/$45
Nov 13
139015-06
Tu, Th Nov 17-Dec 17
5:35-6:05pm
$45/$55
Nov 16
139015-07
Sa Sep 19-Oct 24
9:35-10:05am
$35/$45
Sep 18
139015-08
Sa Nov 7-Dec 12
9:35-10:05am
$35/$45
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AMERICAN RED CROSS LEARN-TO-SWIM PROGRAM LEARN-TO-SWIM LEVELS LEVEL 1 STARFISH (6+ years)
Beginner swimmers. Participants learn to be comfortable in water and to enjoy the water safely. Basic skills set foundations for skills in later levels, including: floating, front/back glides, rolling over, and combined strokes with support.
LEVEL 2 SEA TURTLES (6+ years)
Prerequisite: Level 1 or must be able to demonstrate requirements for level 1. Participants learn to float without support, front and back glides, and combined stroke on front and back with rhythmic breathing.
LEVEL 3 STING RAYS (6+ years)
Prerequisite: Level 2 or must be able to demonstrate requirements for level 2. Skills taught include front crawl, back crawl, butterfly kick, and open turns, diving from the side and treading water.
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Activity #
*Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139018-01
Tu, Th Sep 15-Oct 8
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Sep 14
139018-02
M, W Oct 19-Nov 11
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Oct 16
139018-03
Tu, Th Nov 17-Dec 17
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Nov 16
139018-04
Sa Sep 19-Oct 24
10:10-10:55am
$35/$45
Sep 18
139018-05
Sa Nov 7-Dec 12
10:10-10:55am
$35/$45
Nov 6
Activity #
*Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139020-01
Tu, Th Sep 15-Oct 8
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Sep 14
139020-02
M, W Oct 19-Nov 11
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Oct 16
139020-03
Tu, Th Nov 17-Dec 17
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Nov 16
139020-04
Sa Sep 19-Oct 24
10:10-10:55am
$35/$45
Sep 18
139020-05
Sa Nov 7-Dec 12
10:10-10:55am
$35/$45
Nov 6
Activity #
*Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139030-01
M, W Sep 14-Oct 7
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Sep 11
139030-02
Tu, Th Oct 20-Nov 12
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Oct 19
139030-03
M, W Nov 16-Dec 16
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Nov 13
139030-04
Sa Sep 19-Oct 24
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Sep 18
139030-05
Sa Nov 7-Dec 12
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Nov 6
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AMERICAN RED CROSS LEARN-TO-SWIM LEVELS LEVEL 4 SWORDFISH (6+ years)
Prerequisite: Level 3 or must be able to demonstrate requirements for level 3. Introduces the elementary backstroke, breaststroke and elements of the sidestroke. Skills taught include breaststroke, treading water, elementary backstroke, diving skills, butterfly, and open turns.
LEVEL 5 DOLPHINS (6+ years)
Prerequisite: Level 4 or must be able to demonstrate requirements for level 4. Participants refine strokes and increase endurance. Skills taught include breaststroke, sidestroke, introduction to flip turns, treading water, and surface dives.
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139040-01
M ,W Sep 14-Oct 7
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Sep 11
139040-02
Tu, Th Oct 20-Nov 12
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Oct 19
139040-03
M ,W Nov 16-Dec 16
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Nov 13
139040-04
Sa Sep 19-Oct 24
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Sep 18
139040-05
Sa Nov 7-Dec 12
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Nov 6
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139050-01
Tu, Th Sep 15-Oct 8
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Sep 14
139050-02
Tu, Th Oct 20-Nov 12
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Oct 19
139050-03
Tu, Th Nov 17-Dec 17
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Nov 16
139050-04
Sa Sep 19-Oct 24
9-9:45am
$35/$45
Sep 18
139050-05
Sa Nov 7-Dec 12
9-9:45am
$35/$45
Nov 6
ADULT SWIM CLASSES GET WET (15+ years)
An introductory water program designed for those fearful about participation in water activities. Instructors will provide an extra amount of patience and understanding while developing fundamental skills in basic water safety, water adjustment and swimming techniques.
INTRODUCTION TO TOTAL IMMERSION (TI) SWIMMING (19+ YEARS)
TI is a unique swimming education program that teaches swimmers of all levels the secret of effortless swimming for any distance. During this introductory course you will learn the basics of balance, streamlining and propulsion.
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Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139080-01
Sa Sep 19-Oct 24
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Sep 18
139080-02
Sa Nov 7-Dec 12
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Nov 6
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139081-01
Th Oct 8-29
11am-noon
$110/$120
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SWIM PROGRAMS CONDITIONING AND TRAINING TEAM (CATT)
Supervised practices in a fun and supportive environment. Workouts will focus on improving techniques for all strokes. Prerequisite: Open to anyone 5-18 years old. Must be able to swim 50 yards without stopping or holding onto pool deck / lane lines. Must also be able to tread water for 60 seconds.
INTRODUCTION TO SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING FOR CHILDREN
Open to children ages 7-14, participants will learn sculling techniques, layouts, torpedoes, ballet legs and more. Must be able to swim the length of the pool, (25 yards), and tread water for 60 seconds.
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139099 – 01
M, Th Sept 21-Sept 28
6:30-7:30pm
FREE
Sep 18
139099 – 02
M, Th Oct 1-Oct 29
6:30-7:30pm
$35/$45
Sep 30
139099 – 03
M, Th Nov 2-Nov 30
6:30-7:30pm
$35/$45
Oct 30
139099 - 04
M, Th Dec 3-Dec 17
6:30-7:30pm
$20/$30
Dec 2
139099 - 05
M, Th Jan 11-28
6:30-7:30pm
$35/$45
Jan 8
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139082
Tu Sep 14-Nov 12
6-7pm
$45
Sep 13
! SWIMMING WITH SANTA NEW
Have you heard? The pool is the best place to be during cold, winter days – especially if you are swimming with Santa. Bring the kids, (don’t forget their holiday list), along with suits and camera Friday, Dec. 11, 5-8pm, for our “Swim with Santa” event. Fee is $5 per person.
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Private swim lessons are available for all ages and abilities. Instructors will develop a program which meets the goals, needs and schedules of students. Lessons are 30 minutes each and one hour lessons are available. Five 30 minute lessons $75 Ten 30 minute lessons $140
SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Semi-private swim lessons are for two to three participants. Clients must form groups of similar ages and/or ability levels. Days and times are arranged per participant’s schedule. Lessons are 30 minutes each. Five 30 minute lessons $40 per person Ten 30 minute lessons $70 per person
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RED CROSS PROGRAMS LIFEGUARD TRAINING (15 years & up)
Lifeguard candidates will learn the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. Course content and activities prepare candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies. Candidates must pass the following prerequisites: • Swim 300 yards continuously using front crawl and breaststroke • Swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke, surface dive 7-10 feet, retrieve a 10 lb object, return to the surface and swim 20 yards back to starting point with object and exit water without using a ladder or steps within one minute, 40 seconds • Tread water for two minutes without using hands. Students must attend all class sessions, demonstrate competency in all required skills and activities, demonstrate competency in the three final skill scenarios and correctly answer 80% of the questions in the three sections of the final written exam. Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
139210-01
M-F Oct 26-30
4-9pm
$200/$210
Oct 23
139210-02
M-F Nov 30-Dec 4
4-9pm
$200/$210
Nov 27
Register By
COMMUNITY ADULT, CHILD, & INFANT CPR/AED
Learn to respond in an emergency situation with skills that can save a life. Skills include caring for conscious and unconscious choking victims, CPR and use of automated external defibrillator (AED) for sudden cardiac arrest. Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139225-01
Th Sep 24
11 & up
6-9pm
$70/$80
Sep 23
139225-02
Th Nov 5
11 & up
6-9pm
$70/$80
Nov 4
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
COMMUNITY FIRST AID
To teach lay responders the knowledge and skills necessary to give care in an emergency, help sustain life and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until medical help arrives. Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
139300-01
Th Oct 15
11 & up
6-9pm
$50/$60
Oct 14
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
BABYSITTER’S TRAINING
Learn to care for children and infants, be a good leader and role model, make good decisions, solve problems, and keep children safe. Includes certifications for First Aid and Pediatric CPR. Please bring lunch. Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
139228-01
Sa Oct 10
11-15
9am-4pm
$50/$60
Oct 9
139228-02
Sa Nov 7
11-15
9am-4pm
$50/$60
Nov 6
Location
Register By
Blacksburg Community Center
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MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE JEFF KLEPPIN Golf Shop Supervisor 540-961-1137 jkleppin@blacksburg.gov Tee times recommended. Call 540-961-1137 up to seven days in advance to make a reservation. GOLF COURSE RATES
18 holes with cart 9 holes with cart Walking (all day) 9-hole cart fee (per rider)
$26 $19 $12 $8
Annual Pass Fees Individual Annual Pass Family Annual Pass M-F Annual Pass Renewal* M-F Annual Pass Renewal Dependent Add-on*
$375 $525 $325 $100
*Renewals only. No new weekday passes will be sold.
2015 FALL GOLF PROGRAMS Tuesday Night Skins Game Join us on Tuesday nights for a weekly 9-hole Skins game. Throw your entry fee in the pot and take your chances. Regular daily fees apply. Wednesday Night The Hill Golf Club Night Haven’t heard of the The Hill Golf Club? Come out on Wednesdays and meet the members. Weekly individual or team competitions. Track your official USGA handicap and be a part of the season long outings. Visit the pro shop for details. Two for Fridays Grab a date and come play a 9-hole round of golf. Come out any time after noon, and play nine holes with cart for just $30 per couple. Tee times are recommended. Book your tee time online or call 540-961-1137. Tailgate Saturdays Tailgate with us before heading to the stadium for VT home football games. Nine holes with cart is just $15/player. 18 holes with cart is $23/player. Tee times recommended. Special pricing available until kickoff on: Monday, September 7 (Ohio State) Saturday, September 12 (Furman) Saturday, October 3 (Pittsburgh) Friday, October 9 (NC State) Saturday, October 24 (Duke) Saturday, November 21 (UNC)
Visit the Hill online at
Private Lessons Available Private golf lessons with our golf instructor Warren Taylor are available and can be scheduled at your convenience at $25/hour. Contact the pro shop at 540-961-1137 to schedule your lesson today. Fall is a great time to work on your golf game and enjoy the best weather of the season.
www.golfthehill.com www.facebook.com/golfthehill www.twitter.com/golfthehill for daily announcements and important information
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LIFE AND RECREATION IN BLACKSBURG
ATHLETIC PROGRAMS ADAM LLOYD
Athletic Supervisor 540-961-1179 alloyd@blacksburg.gov
YOUTH ATHLETICS FUN BEGINNINGS BASKETBALL
Activity #
Date
Age
Enhance the developmental stages of the fundamentals 4-6 105302 GB Sa Oct 31-Nov 21 and skills that are needed to become successful in youth sports. Enjoy quality time together while learning the * As of March 1, 2016 different aspects of youth basketball. Child must be Location Kipps Elementary Gym accompanied by a parent/guardian. Registration M Sep 21-F Oct 23
BOYS MINOR SANDLOT BASKETBALL
Activity #
Date
*Age
Placement Practice: Wednesday, November 4, 5 pm at 105302 MI 9-10 Dec-Mar the Blacksburg Community Center. About 2-3 weeks after * As of March 1, 2016 placements your child will receive a call from their coach on when the first practice will be. Eight year olds can play Location Blacksburg Community Center Boys Minor or Pee-Wee. Registration M Sep 21-F Oct 23
Time
Fee (R/NR)
9-10am
$30/$40
Time
Fee (R/NR)
TBA
$40/$50
Time
Fee (R/NR)
TBA
$40/$50
Time
Fee (R/NR)
TBA
$40/$50
Time
Fee (R/NR)
9-11am
$40/$50
Practice: One hour/weekday evening. Games begin in January.
BOYS MAJOR SANDLOT BASKETBALL
Activity #
Date
*Age
Placement Practice: Wednesday November 4, 6 pm at the 11-12 105302 MA Dec-Mar Blacksburg Community Center. About 2-3 weeks after * As of March 1, 2016 placements your child will receive a call from their coach on when the first practice will be. Location Blacksburg Community Center Practice: One hour/weekday evening. Games begin in January. Registration M Sep 21-F Oct 23
BOYS SENIOR SANDLOT BASKETBALL
Activity #
Date
*Age
Placement Practice: Thursday November 5, 6 pm Blacksburg 105302 SR 13-14 Dec-Mar Community Center. About 2-3 weeks after placements your child will receive a call from their coach on when the first * As of March 1, 2016 practice will be. Location Blacksburg Community Center Practice: One hour/weekday evening. Games begin in January.
PEE-WEE BASKETBALL (BOYS AND GIRLS)
Registration
Activity #
M Sep 21-F Oct 23 Date
*Age
Placement Practice: Thursday October 8, 5 pm at Kipps Gym. 105300 PW 6-8 Sa Oct-Dec About 2-3 weeks after placements your child will receive a * As of March 1, 2016 call from their coach on when the first practice/game will be. Location Kipps Elementary Gym Practices/games will be played on a lowered rim. Registration
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ATHLETIC PROGRAMS YOUTH ATHLETICS GIRLS MINOR SANDLOT BASKETBALL
Activity #
Date
*Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
GIRLS MAJOR SANDLOT BASKETBALL
Activity #
Date
*Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
GIRLS SENIOR SANDLOT BASKETBALL
Activity #
Date
*Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Placement Practice: Tuesday, November 3, 5pm at Kipps 9-10 TBA $40/$50 Gym. About 2-3 weeks after placements your child will 105301 MI Dec -Mar receive a call from their coach on when the first practice *As of March 1, 2016 will be. Eight year olds can play Girls Minor or Pee-Wee Location Kipps Elementary Gym and Blacksburg Community Center Basketball. Practice: One hour/weekday evening. Games begin in Registration M Sep 21-F Oct 23 January.
Placement Practice: Tuesday, November 3, 6pm at 11-12 TBA $40/$50 Kipps Gym. About 2-3 weeks after placements your 105301 MA Dec-Mar child will receive a call from their coach on when the *As of March 1, 2016 first practice will be. Location Kipps Elementary Gym and Blacksburg Community Center Practice: One hour/weekday evening. Games begin in Registration M Sep 21-F Oct 23 January. Tuesday, November 3, 6pm at Kipps Gym. About 2-3 105301 SR Dec-Mar 13-14 TBA $40/$50 weeks after placements your child will receive a call from their coach on when the first practice will be. *As of March 1, 2016 Practice: One hour/weekday evening. Games begin in Location Kipps Elementary Gym and Blacksburg Community Center January. Registration
GIRLS YOUTH VOLLEYBALL
Sign up in person or over the phone. Late registrations taken upon availability, will be assessed a $10 late fee. Practices will start in September.
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Activity #
Date
Grade
Time
Fee (R/NR)
105007-VB
Sep-Nov
Grades: 5-8
TBA
$35/$45
Location
Blacksburg Community Center and Kipps Gym
Registration
Tu Sep 8-F Sep 18
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ATHLETIC PROGRAMS ADULT ATHLETICS No mail or phone registrations will be accepted. For more information call 540-961-1149 or email jleahy@blacksburg.gov.
ADULT VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE S 6 vs. 6 League
Registration: September 8-24; Registration packets available at the Blacksburg Community Center or by emailing jleahy@blacksburg.gov.
Activity #
Date
Fee (R/NR)
112401-V1 - Coed
M & Th Oct-Nov
$125/team
112401-V2 - Women’s
M Oct-Nov
$125/team
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
OPEN ADULT LUNCH TIME VOLLEYBALL Ages: 18 & up Date: M, W, F Time: Noon-2pm Place: Blacksburg Community Center Fee: Free OPEN ADULT BADMINTON Ages: 18 & up Date: Tu Time: 10am-12:00pm Place: Blacksburg Community Center Fee: Free
All Open Adult Programs are subject to change without notice. Please call the Blacksburg Community Center before coming at 540-961-1149.
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ACTIVE ADULTS JOY HERBERT Adult Program Supervisor 540-961-1134 jherbert@blacksburg.gov 2015 FALL DANCE PROGRAMS PARTNER DANCE FOR ADULTS AND TEENS
Experience the thrill and fun of social partner dancing: it’s a great way to meet people or have fun with friends. No partner required. Discounts on all Level 1 classes for groups of five or more. For more information, contact Sapphire Ballroom at 540-382-8782, info@SapphireDance.com, or visit SapphireDance.com. All classes are held at the Blacksburg Community Center.
FALL SAMPLER
Absolutely perfect for new dancers, the Sampler is for everyone interested in dance classes, but not sure where to start. Sign up for a Sapphire partner dance class at the Sampler and get $6 off your class fee.
BACHATA: LEVEL 1
Activity #
Dates
Ages
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112100-Q1
Tu Sep 15
14 & up
7-8pm
FREE
Activity #
Dates
Ages
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
Love Salsa and Merengue? You need to learn Bachata. With 14 & up 8:15-9:15 pm 112100-L1 Tu Sep 22-Oct 13 an approachable basic and medium speed, Bachata is fun for new and experienced dancers alike. * Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom
$5/$10*
CHA CHA: LEVEL 1
Activity #
**Dates
Ages
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
DISCO DANCING: THE HUSTLE
Activity #
**Dates
Ages
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
FOX TROT: LEVEL 1
Activity #
**Dates
Ages
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
Fast and sassy, Cha Cha is a cheeky, sexy Latin dance perfect $5/$10* 14 & up 7-8pm 112100-L2 W Sep 23-Oct 14 for dancing to contemporary R&B, funk, country, and classic rock as well as popular Latin music. * Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom ** No class Nov 18 Get down and boogie - Disco Fever is still raging and there’s $5/$10* 14 & up 8-9pm 112100-S1 W Nov 11-Dec 9 nothing like Hustle to get you groovin’. This class gets you dancing the moves that made the Disco Inferno burn. * Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom. ** No class Nov 25 Sail onto the dance floor like Fred Astaire with this Ballroom $5/$10* Tu Nov 10-Dec 8 14 & up 6:15-7:15pm 112100-B1 classic, perfect for dancing to the old crooners. Want more? Check out the “Classes-by-Request” to see how you can * Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom ** No class Nov 24 get it.
No class Thanksgiving week
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ACTIVE ADULTS 2015 FALL DANCE PROGRAMS PASO DOBLE: LEVEL 1
Great for beginners. Passionate and dramatic, Paso Doble is a beginner friendly dance that’s lets your inner diva shine.
Activity #
Dates
Ages
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
112100-B2
W Sep 23-Oct 14
14 & up
6-7pm
$5/$10*
* Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom
RUMBA: LEVEL 1
Activity #
**Dates
Ages
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
SLOW DANCING - NIGHT CLUB 2: LEVEL 1
Activity #
**Dates
Ages
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
WEST COAST SWING: LEVEL 1
Activity #
Dates
Ages
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
8-9pm
$5/$10*
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
Slow and romantic, Rumba’s casual luxury embraces many 112100-L3 Tu Nov 10-Dec 8 7:15-8:15pm $5/$10* 14 & up popular music styles making it a favorite with new dancers and a great first dance for a wedding. * Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom ** No class Nov 24 Looking for the perfect slow dance for weddings and parties? 112100-C1 W Nov 11-Dec 9 7:15-8:15pm $5/$10* 14 & up Night Club Two-Step it is – graceful and romantic; ideal for proms, weddings, and special occasions. * Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom ** No class Nov 25 Slinky, sassy, and sexy. Danced to a variety music styles, includW Sep 23-Oct 14 112100-S2 14 & up ing blues, slow hip hop, and classic rock, West Coast Swing is all about fun and full of attitude. Prior Swing experience rec- * Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom ommended.
WALTZ: LEVEL 1
Activity #
Dates
Ages
Never danced before? Try this ballroom classic. The light and 112100-B3 Tu Sep 22-Oct 13 6:15-7:15pm 14 & up airy grace of Waltz glides across the floor, whirling like a classic romantic movie. Everyone who tries will want more. * Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom
CLASS-BY-REQUEST (A.K.A “CBR”) FOR SOCIAL DANCE PROGRAMS
Taken some social dance classes and want to continue the fun in higher levels? The following classes have been reserved. Contact Sapphire at info@sapphiredance.com or 540-3828782 regarding which classes should be offered. Pre-registration required for CBRs.
$5/$10*
Activity #
Dates
Ages
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
112100-Q2
Tu Sep 22-Oct 13
14 & up
7:15-8:15pm
$5/$10*
112100-Q3
Tu Oct 20-27
14 & up
6:15-8:15pm
$5/$10
112100-Q4
W Oct 21-28
14 & up
6-8pm
$5/$10
112100-Q5
**Tu Nov 10-Dec 8
14 & up
8:15-9:15pm
$5/$10
112100-Q6
***W Nov 11-Dec 9
14 & up
6-7pm
$5/$10
* Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom ** No class Nov 24 *** No classes Nov 25
No class Thanksgiving week
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ACTIVE ADULTS OUTDOOR DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES OUTDOOR BEGINNING CLASS This class covers basic dog obedience. Dogs must be six months or older. First class is without the dog. For more information contact Judy at 540-544-7556.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
312230 – D5
Sa Sep 12Oct 31
16 & up
9:3010:30am
$55/$65
Location
OUTDOOR ADVANCED CLASS This class reviews obedience skills and works toward having the dog off lead all the time. Dogs must be six months or older. Dogs attend all classes. For more information contact Judy at 540-544-7556.
The first class meets at Shelter 2 at Municipal Park and all remaining classes will meet behind the tennis courts.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
312230 – D6
Sa Sep 12-Oct31
16 & up
10:4511:45am
$55/$65
Location
The first class meets at Shelter 2 at Municipal Park and all remaining classes will meet behind the tennis courts.
FESTIVAL OF THE DOG Saturday, October 10 11 am - 2 pm | Municipal Park Events: Basic Dog Show, Agility, Good Canine Citizen testing Demos: Fly Ball, Disc, Agility Profits support the Blacksburg Dog Park Cosponsored with the NRV Kennel Club DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPY WORKSHOP
How to make friends with Your DSLR and love your photos. Learn the fundamentals of photography and the importance of lighting to get the picture you want. Instructor: Photographer Jon Fleming, for more information: flemingjk@hotmail.com.
SONGWRITING CLASS
Join professional musician and songwriter, Leslie Brooks, to learn how to craft lyrics and put them to music.
BEGINNING GUITAR CLASS
Join professional musician and song writer, Leslie Brooks, to learn how to play the guitar.
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Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331-SP
M Sept 21, 28, Oct 5
16 & up
7-9pm
$40/$50
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331 –W1
M Sep 14-Oct 12
14 & up
6-8pm
$50/$60
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331 – GT
M Oct 19-Nov 23
14 & up
6-8pm
$70/$80
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
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LIFE AND RECREATION IN BLACKSBURG
ACTIVE ADULTS COOKING WITH CONFIDENCE SEMINARS
Chef Ed is back with more tips and tricks to bring ease to your culinary experiences. With fresh, organic ingredients, Chef Ed shares Chef Ed is back. With fresh, organic ingredients, Chef Ed advocates for easy, affordable, healthy recipes. There will be opportunities for hands on participation and a light meal. Classes will be held at the Blacksburg Community Center.
SEMINAR #1 - CUBAN
Chicken, pork, plantains, yellow rice, peppers and onions come together for a colorful and easily prepared meal.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331-C1
M Oct 12
16 & up
5:30-7:30pm
$15/$25
SEMINAR #2 - THAI CURRY
An all vegetable Thai-style curry dish that has been featured at local farmers markets.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331-C2
M Oct 19
16 & up
5:30-7:30pm
$15/$25
SEMINAR #3 - VIETNAMESE PHO
A fresh, quick, and easy recipe that stays true to traditional versions.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331-C3
M Oct 26
16 & up
5:30-7:30pm
$15/$25
SEMINAR #4 - SUSHI
Learn how to roll your own sushi, while developing new vegetable cutting techniques.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331-C4
M Nov 2
16 & up
5:30-7:30pm
$15/$25
SEMINAR #5 - WEST AFRICAN
Few dishes from Ed’s childhood featuring cassava, and Jollof rice. Unique and easily palatable to all taste buds.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331-C5
M Nov 9
16 & up
5:30-7:30pm
$15/$25
SEMINAR #6 - SEAFOOD
Seafood preparation techniques and pairing for a variety of amazing dishes.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331-C6
M Nov 16
16 & up
5:30-7:30pm
$15/$25
SEMINAR #7 - STEAK
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331-C7
M Nov 23
16 & up
5:30-7:30pm
$15/$25
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331-C8
M Nov 30
16 & up
5:30-7:30pm
$15/$25
Perfect steak indoors and roasted potatoes to die for
SEMINAR #8 - ITALIAN
Revolutionary techniques revealed through Ed’s spaghetti and meatball recipe.
“In a world wh ere every recipe is at all of our
finger tips, th ere is only execution.” -Ch ef Ed
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ACTIVE ADULTS FALL FITNESS CLASS TIMES WILL START SEPT 13 • HEALTH AND FITNESS EXERCISE CLASSES The following eight classes are ongoing and interchangeable. Passes are good for one year from the date of purchase. Each participant needs to purchase their own pass. A pass must be active in order to participate in the class. Please check with a doctor before beginning any fitness program. Fees: 13 time pass R$25/NR$35; 35 time pass R$55/NR$65 STRENGTH TRAINING CLASS
Whether you are just committing to a stronger self or want to improve your current routine, this class is for you. Improve balance, range of motion, good posture and functional performance of everyday activities.
AEROBICS
Program focuses on improving muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, range of motion, stability and balance. Learn to develop a healthy lifestyle in a comfortable atmosphere. It’s never too late to start.
9:30-10:25am
Th
9-9:55am
Date
Time 8:30-9:25am
Date
Time
Th
10-10:55am
Date
Time
M, W, F
10:30-11:25am
A low impact lower intensity version of regular Boot Camp.
HEALTHY BACKS
PILATES
A gentle introduction to the fundamentals of Mat-Work Pilates. Strengthen and lengthen your body through sequential movement and development of core support with proper breathing.
Time
Tu
M,W, F
BOOT CAMP LITE
An exercise class with a focus on participants regaining or maintaining muscular strength, flexibility, balance, and a back free of pain and stiffness. Other benefits include fitness and relaxation.
Date
Date
Time
Tu & Th
9-9:55am
FIT CAMP
A cardio/strength training and core training combination. Exercise through intervals of each to get the maximum fat burning workout.
Date
Time
M &W
5:30-6:25pm
30 MINUTE “GET FIT WITH HIIT!” (HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING)
Date
Time
Tu & Th
5:15-5:45pm
Come in right after work. Get a strenuous workout and leave for home; all in 30 minutes.
ZUMBA
A Latin-inspired, dance fitness class which fuses Latin and international rhythms with easy-tofollow moves to create a dynamic, exciting, and effective workout programs. A higher intensity workout designed for ages 18 and above.
YOGA PASSES
Gain strength and flexibility with gentle yoga for those with limited physical abilities or who are beginning to get into exercise. Pay only for the classes attended.
Time 9:30-10:25am
Tu, Th
6-7pm
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Gentle Yoga
Tu, Th
16 & up
10:1511:45am
Beg/Mod Yoga
W
16 & up
5:45-7:15pm
Sunday Yoga
Su (begins Sep 13)
16 & up
3-4:30pm
Location
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M, W, F
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Fee (R/NR) Six time pass $45/$55 12 time pass $85/$95
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ACTIVE ADULTS HEALTH AND FITNESS LINE DANCING
It’s fun and great exercise. Line dance to a variety of music, (50s to current). No partner needed. No prior dance experience necessary. Come join us each Thursday beginning September 4.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
No registration necessary
Th
All ages
1:30-2:30pm; Beginners can come at 1pm.
Pay instructor $5/class
Location
TEMPLE STYLE TAI CHI Increase your balance, strength, circulation and mental focus in this class. Tai Chi is based on slow, gentle and relaxed movements that incorporate the whole body.
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age*
Time
Fee (R/NR)
123503-B1
Tu, Th Sep 15-Oct 22
*
10-11am
$15
123503-B2
Tu, Th Nov 3-Dec 17
*
10-11am
$15
123503-A1
Tu, Th Sep 15-Oct 22
*
7:30-8:30pm
$15
123503-A2
Tu, Th Nov 3-Dec 17
*
7:30-8:30pm
$15
* Program is designed for ages 50 and up but all are welcome to participate Location
Blacksburg Community Center
FITNESS CENTER PASSES
The Senior Fitness Center features treadmills, stationary bikes, elliptical trainers, weight machine, step machines and free weights. Five times pass $10; 30 times pass $35; 50 times pass $50. All passes are good for one year from date of purchase.
FITNESS CENTER ORIENTATION
After purchasing a pass for the fitness center, staff can provide general instruction on the proper use of the fitness center equipment. Once registered for the orientation, staff will set up an appointment. For exercise beginners or those with specific needs, try the Personal Training program with a certified trainer. Activity #: 323320-A1
PERSONAL TRAINING
A doctor’s written permission is required to participate in this program. Each package purchased is good up to one year. Fee (R/NR): Five sessions $85/$95; 10 sessions $160/$170; Use of fitness center will be an additional charge.
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ACTIVE ADULTS CLASSES FOR EDUCATION AND LEISURE CREATIVE WRITING: SHORT STORIES, NOVELS, AND POETRY
Work with an experienced instructor, Dr. Jonathan Bradley, to improve writing. Participants will also learn about the publishing industry.
THE JOY OF WRITING
This class is for those who would like to initiate or renew their writing practice. Explore motivation, challenges, wishes, and then create doable goals for yourself alongside personalized strategies. Instructor is Lesley Howard. ! POETRY PARTY NEW
Join Lesley Howard for a poetry workshop and play with words and poetic forms. Rank amateurs and curious dabblers welcome. We’ll look at different forms then pick one to try ourselves.
PUBLIC SPEAKING
Practice, improve, or overcome inhibitions about public speaking. All levels of experience are welcome in this relaxed, fun course. Weekly exercises are conducted with an eye, (and ear), toward class members’ needs. Instructor is Andy Hobin.
SHAKESPEARE FOR ADULTS
Hamlet - No Shakespearean character has inspired so much commentary, often contradictory, as the grief stricken title character in the first of Shakespeare’s four great tragedies. Don Rude, retired English professor, will lead the group.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)*
123400-A1
Th Sep 24-Nov 12
Adults
6-8pm
$65/$75
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
123400-A3
Fri Nov 13
Adults
1-4pm
$15/$25
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
123400-A2
Fri Oct 16
Adults
1-4pm
$15/25
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
123401-A1
W Sep 23-Oct 28
Adults
6:30-8pm
$45/$55
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
123301-A1
Th Oct 8-Nov 19
Adults
1pm
$5/$10
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
WEBTRAC HOW TO TRAINING Join us for a WebTrac how to that takes the mystery out of registering for your favorite programs online. This hands-on class will show you how quick and easy it is to register for Parks & Recreation programs. This program is free of charge and will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center on Tuesday, September 1, at 10-10:45am and 6-6:45pm.
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ACTIVE ADULTS CLASSES FOR EDUCATION AND LEISURE SAM – SLOW ACCENTUATED MOVEMENT Activity # Date Age TRAINING
123402-A1 Learn how this method of weight training can improve body composition, bone mineral density, 123402-A2 flexibility, joint range of motion and much more. *Registration required. Instructor is Ralph Cornwell, Jr. PhD. Location
FUSED GLASS 101: AN INTRODUCTION TO GLASS FUSING THROUGH ART TILES AND PENDANTS
Learn the basics of glass cutting, edge trimming, glass compatibility, assembly and kiln formed pieces. Bring home several pendants and two tiles for display. All glass supplies included. For more information, contact instructor Larry Mitchell at drldmm@comcast.net.
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Tu Sep 22
Adults
1-2pm
FREE*
Th Oct 22
Adults
6-7pm
FREE*
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331-G1
Th Sep 10-Oct 1
13 & up
6-10pm
$55/$65
Location
Instructor’s studio, 695A Park St., Christiansburg
Registration by
Sep 6
NEW!
FUSED GLASS 301: MAKING YOUR OWN GLASS: PATTERN BARS, PLATES, AND STRIP ASSEMBLY
Make personalized glass to cut into strips or slabs for making art panels and dishes of your own design. Glass supplies included. Prerequisite: Fused Glass 101 or permission of instructor. For more information, contact instructor Larry Mitchell at drldmm@comcast.net.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331-G3
Th Oct 22-Nov 12
13 & up
6-10 pm
$120/$130
Location
Instructor’s studio, 695A Park St., Christiansburg
Registration by
Oct 11
WRITER’S WORKSHOP
Join fellow writers or would-be writers for opportunities to share and talk about your writing: essays, memoirs, poetry, stories, plays, letters, or a chapter from your great American novel. Readings are purely voluntary.
Activity #
Date*
Age
Time
Fee
No registration required
*
All ages
2pm
FREE
*First Friday of each month except holidays
Location
ART LOVER’S CLUB
Join fellow artists or would-be artists for a weekly opportunity to learn and share painting/drawing skills. Once a month, artist Betty Moore, will lead the class and provide instruction, critique and future projects.
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Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
123201-A3
Tu Sep 15Dec 15
Adults
9:3011:30am
$45/$55
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
540-961-1135 • www.blacksburg.gov/recreation • FALL 2015
ACTIVE ADULTS CLASSES FOR EDUCATION AND LEISURE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
How to make friends with Your DSLR and love your photos. Learn the fundamentals of photography and the importance of lighting to get the picture you want. Instructor: Photographer Jon Fleming, for more information: flemingjk@hotmail.com.
BLACKSBURG’S WEB GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM
Learn the ins and outs of the Town of Blacksburg’s GIS system. Katherine Smith, the GIS Coordinator for the town, will be offering a computer based class on the town’s WebGIS. The Community Center lab has six computers; however you can bring your own laptop or iPad.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
112331 – SP
M Sept 21, 28, Oct 5
16 & up
7-9pm
$40/$50
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
112331 – GS
Th Sept 24
16 & up
7-8:30 pm
FREE
112331 – G2
Th Oct 15
16 & up
7-8:30 pm
FREE
Location
Age
Blacksburg Community Center
ONGOING BOOK CLUB
The next best thing to reading a great book is talking about it with friends. Program is free and all ages are welcome.
Activity #
Date
Book
Time
Fee
No registration required
Th Oct 8
“Factory Man“ by Beth Macy
2pm
FREE
No registration required
Th Nov 12
“Onlooking, a Walker’s Guide”by Alexandra Horowitz
2pm
FREE
No registration required
Th Dec 10
“Road to Character”by David Brooksl
2pm
FREE
No registration required
Th Jan 9
“Language of flowers”by Vanessa Diffenbaugh
2pm
FREE
Location
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LIFE AND RECREATION IN BLACKSBURG
ACTIVE ADULTS ONGOING AARP CHAPTER #2613
AARP has general membership meetings each month. These are usually luncheon meetings with everyone bringing a bagged lunch. Interesting and informative presentations follow. Meetings are free and open to the public unless specified otherwise.
Activity #
Date
Book
Time
Fee
Inn at Virginia Tech
Sep 8
Living Well @ 50 Plus conference
9:30am2:30pm
*
Blacksburg Community Center
Oct 20
Panel discussion by candidates for state offices with Q & A.
11:30am
Free
Blacksburg Community Center
Nov 17
Annual Reports from Blacksburg Mayor and Montgomery County Board of Supervisors Holiday Luncheon
11:30am
Warm Hearth
TBD
Information on the December luncheon will be available at a later date.
11:30am
Free Free
*$30 includes lunch. Go to www.cpe.vt.edu/livingwell or call 951-4168 for more information. Location
KNITTERS
Bring your project and learn from others or share your skills. This informal group meets for socialization while knitting. Other varieties of needlework are welcome.
SPUNSTERS
Join us as we spin fiber into yarn to use in projects like knitting and weaving. Anyone interested in fiber arts is welcome as we learn and share.
Blacksburg Community Center
When
Age
Time
Fee
M &W
Adults
10am-noon
FREE
Location
When
Age
Time
Fee
First, Third - Fifth Th of each month
Adults
1-4pm
FREE
2nd W evening of each month
Adults
7-9:30pm
FREE
Location
BRIDGE AND MAHJONGG
The following programs take place weekly. For Duplicate Bridge, contact Richard Huber at 304-466-0341 or richard55fla@ yahoo.com. For all other programs contact Joy Herbert at 540-961-1134 or jherbert@blacksburg.gov. No registration required.
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age*
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Sanctioned Duplicate ACBL Game
M, W, F
All ages
12:30-4pm
Donation
Party Bridge
Tu, W, F
*
1pm
Free
Mah Jongg
W
*
1pm
Free
*Room is reserved for any group/individuals Location
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Blacksburg Community Center
540-961-1135 • www.blacksburg.gov/recreation • FALL 2015
ACTIVE ADULTS SPECIAL EVENTS
NEW!
CHEESY CHRISTMAS SWEATER CONTEST
Let’s travel to Meadowbrook for a fun event. Winner for most creative, funniest, most original cheesy sweater. Bring a pair of socks for the funky Christmas Sock Exchange and bring a snack to share.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
123000-WR
Th Dec 17
Adults
12:303:30pm
$1
Location
NEW!
YOU’RE NEVER TOO OLD, YOU’RE NEVER TOO YOUNG, BECAUSE YOU NEVER KNOW WHEN.
Get important information about the benefits for funeral preplanning. Learn about the choices and decisions that have to be made. Presented by Cindy Turner, Family Services Counselor for Memorial Gardens of the NRV. NEW! Travel to Meadowbrook Community Center and bring new, gently worn, and clean closet accessories to exchange. Limit three items such as shoes, belts, scarves, jewelry, handbags, and others excluding clothing. Bring a dish to share for the luncheon.
CLOSET PARTY
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
123000-A1
M Oct 5
All ages
5:30pm
*
* FREE but registration required
Location
Rite Aid Pharmacy will be offering a flu clinic. It is free to Medicare Recipients or they can direct bill insurances. Pneumococcal vaccination will also be available.
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
123000-F7
Th Nov 19
Adults
10:30am1:30pm
$1
Travel to Christiansburg Recreation Center for Bingo, refreshment and fun with your friends. Bring $1 in quarters if you plan to play Bingo. Transportation is not provided to Christiansburg.
FALL PICNIC AND LIMA BEAN AUCTION
NEW!
Let’s travel to Eastern Montgomery Park for great food and fun. Enjoy grilled burgers, hotdogs, and everyone’s favorite sides. Bid on items such as personal care, cleaning products, candy, and food items.
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
123000-HE
Th Oct 15
All ages
9:30am12:30pm
FREE to Medicare Recipients
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
123000-P1
F Oct 30
Adults
11am-1pm
$4
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
123000-F3
Tu Sep 22
Adults
10:30am2:30pm
$8
Location
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Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community center no later than 10:15am.
Activity #
Location
HALLOWEEN BINGO
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Location
FLU CLINIC
Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 12:15pm.
Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 10:15am.
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LIFE AND RECREATION IN BLACKSBURG
ACTIVE ADULTS SPECIAL EVENTS ! MEDICARE FRAUD – NEW
Activity #
HOW TO PROTECT, DETECT AND REPORT
Date
Age
Time
123000-F2 W Oct 7 Adults 1pm Virginia Senior Medicare Patrol, (SMP), is a consumer education and information project with the goal to empower and assist * FREE but registration required Medicare beneficiaries, their families and caregivers about Location Blacksburg Community Center Medicare Fraud. Sara Noggle, agency representative, will present. provided.
CLARA’S KITCHEN
Clara will be preparing hearty fare for us this fall. Each meal will be accompanied by sides and dessert. Sign up for one or both. Space is limited.
Fee (R/NR)
*
Activity #
Date
Meal
Time
Fee (R/NR)
123304-10
Tu Oct 13
Chicken Supreme with rice
1pm
*
123304-11
Th Nov 12
Stuffed pork loin with potatoes
1pm
*
*$6/$12 each meal
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
TRIPS HOTEL ROANOKE HOLIDAY BUFFET
Activity #
Date
Age
Don’t miss one of our favorite holiday buffets. See the glorious 123600-F9 F Dec 18 All ages decorations in this elegant hotel and tour the elaborately decorated Christmas tree displays. Afterwards, you can take a * Fee includes transportation and buffet. stroll through the market. Location
THE DUTCH PANTRY – RURAL RETREAT
Activity #
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
10:30am-3pm
$25/$35
Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 10:15am.
Date
Age
Time
Mennonite owned and operated in Rural Retreat. While they pre123600-F3 W Jan 13 Adults 10am-2:30pm pare lunch for us, shop bulk foods, pottery and gifts, primitive décor, hard to find house wares, and more. * Fee includes transportation only. Lunch extra. Location
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*Fee (R/NR)
$9/18
Meet at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 9:45am.
540-961-1135 • www.blacksburg.gov/recreation • FALL 2015
ACTIVE ADULTS TRIPS HOLIDAY TRIP TO SAVANNAH, GA
With thousands of twinkling lights decorating River Street, Savannah is a scene comes alive from a Victorian Christmas card. Enjoy a guided tour of Savannah, a performance at the historic theater, shopping along River Street and more.
Activity #
Date
Age
*Fee (R/NR
123600-LD (double)
Adults Adults Adults
$359/$369
* Fee includes motor coach transportation, lodging, two breakfasts at hotel, two dinners (one overlooking the Savannah River), production, tour, standard taxes and baggage handling. No refunds after November 7 unless a substitute is found or you have purchased Travel Protection at $51/person.
Dec 7-9 Dec 7-9 Dec 7-9
Location
123600-LS (single)
“THE THREE MUSKETEERS” – BARTER THEATRE MAIN STAGE
Activity #
IKEA AND TRADER JOE’S – CHARLOTTE NC
Activity #
$429/$439
Depart from Blacksburg Community Center
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
123600-S3 Tu Oct 6 Adults 9:15am-7pm $39/$49 A story of double crossing, kidnappings, and carefully guarded * Fee includes transportation and performance. Lunch on your own at the secrets with lavish sword fights Heartwood Center. No refunds after September 22 unless a substitute is found. and sweeping romance, set in a Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no time when honor and love ruled Location later than 9am. the world.
Date
Age
Time
We will travel to IKEA, an international home products retailer and 8:30amTrader Joe’s, a unique grocery store selling private label, organic and 123600-N4 W Nov 18 Adults 7:30pm specialty products. Participants can bring a small cooler for transporting perishables if desired. * Fee includes transportation only. Restaurant on site at IKEA. Location
PEAKS OF OTTER LODGE – BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY
Activity #
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$15/$25
Please meet at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 8:15am.
Date
Age
Fall wouldn’t be complete without our annual trip to Peaks of Ot123600-F6 Th Oct 8 Adults ter Lodge on the Blue Ridge Parkway for their October Fest Buffet. Enjoy great company, wonderful food, and scenic views. * Fee includes transportation and buffet. Location
*Fee (R/NR)
Time
*Fee (R/NR
10am-3:30pm
$27/$37
Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 9:45am
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ACTIVE ADULTS TRIPS “MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET” AT THE BARTER THEATER IN ABINGDON
Activity #
MYSTERY DINE OUTS
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
123600-F5
W Nov 4
Adults
10am-3pm
$7/$14
123600-N2
W Jan 6
Adults
10:15am2pm
$7/$14
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
123600-D3 Tu Dec 1 All ages 9:15am-7pm $37/$47 A favorite holiday tale by Valentine Davies, made famous by the movie of the * No refunds after November 17 unless a substitute can be found. Fee same name. Come rediscover your own includes transportation and performance. Meal on your own at The childhood and restore your faith in miracles Heartwood Center. in this fun-filled musical classic for the Please meet at the Blacksburg Community Center no later whole family. Location than 9am.
Indulge in some culinary experiences and surprises. It’s amazing, the variety of flavors that surround us. We promise no fast food or chain restaurants, only popular and/or unique destinations in a casual atmosphere.
* Fees includes transportation only. Meal extra. Location
Mystery WINEout
Activity #
Please meet at the Blacksburg Community Center at least 15 minutes prior to departure.
Date
Age
Time
Join us as we travel to a mystery winery location for a tasting. Trip will also include a lunch stop but that too is a mystery. Space 123600-S6 W Oct 28 All ages 8:45am-5:30pm is limited. * Fee includes transportation and tasting. Lunch extra. Location
“A WOHLFAHRT HAUS CHRISTMAS” AT THE WOHLFART HAUS DINNER THEATRE
Activity #
*Fee (R/NR)
$29/$39
Meet at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 8:30am.
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
11am-6pm $44/$54 Enjoy a delicious holiday feast before you are completely 123600-D1 W Dec16 All ages immersed in the Christmas season. The show is packed with all *Fee includes transportation, performance and meal. the Christmas songs you know and love as well as dazzling dance Please meet at the Blacksburg Community Center no later numbers and beautiful costumes. Location
than 10:45am.
FOR THOSE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
The Parks and Recreation department has a wheelchair accessible bus with room to carry assistive devices. Staff is unable to personally assist individuals beyond loading and unloading the vehicle; therefore, we require a caretaker or aide to accompany those with special needs.
IMPORTANT TRIP INFORMATION
Vans will be available to load no earlier than 30 minutes prior to departure unless otherwise specified in the trip description. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure. It is difficult to find the perfect temperature for every participant on the bus. We suggest those who are cold-natured bring sweater/coats and warm-natured dress in layers. We are happy to make adjustments to the temperature but safety is our primary concern. Let the driver know at a time when he is not distracted about any temperature adjustments.
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Presort Standard U.S. Postage PAID Blacksburg, VA Permit #35
Community Relations 300 South Main Street Blacksburg, VA 24060
TO: Local Postal Customer
ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARADE COME DOWNTOWN FOR THE FESTIVITIES ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4!
Come meet Santa at the Lyric Theatre at 4:30 pm. Then head over to Henderson Lawn at 5:30 pm for the tree lighting and music provided by Downtown Blacksburg, Inc.
Love the About Town?
Stay for the parade at 7 pm in downtown cosponsored by Blacksburg Parks and Recreation, Downtown Blacksburg Inc., and Virginia Tech Chapter of Circle K. Rain date for the parade only is Saturday, December 5, at 1 pm.
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