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A Town’s Best Friend Blacksburg’s K9s Page 3
DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES – Page 43
INSIDE: Recreation Activities – Registration Begins Jan. 12 at 9am
What’s Happening? January 9
March 8
Free Family Film Fest, 10am, The Lyric Theatre
Daylight Savings Time Begins
January 12
Parks and Recreation Program Registration, 9am
Summer Camp Fair, 4:306:30pm, Blacksburg Community Center
January 15
March 18
Lee-Jackson Day, Town Offices Closed
January 18
March 16
Middle School Mega Dance Party, 7:30-9:30pm, Blacksburg Community Center
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Town Offices Closed
First Day of Spring
January 19
March 21
Classes begin, Virginia Tech Scotch Tasting, 5:30pm, Alexander Black House & Cultural Center
March 20
Deadline for Citizens Institute Registration
March 26
January 9
Blacksburg Parks and Recreation Annual Easter Egg Hunt, 10am, Municipal Park
February 6
Citizens Institute Begins
Free Family Film Fest, 10am, The Lyric Theatre Free Family Film Fest, 10am, The Lyric Theatre
February 16
Martini Tasting, 5:30pm, Alexander Black House & Cultural Center
February 19
Middle School Mega Dance Party, 7:30-9:30pm, Blacksburg Community Center
FEBRUARY 20
Soul Food Sampling, St Luke & Odd Fellows Hall
MARCH 5
Free Family Film Fest, 10am, The Lyric Theatre
March 5-13
Virginia Tech Spring Break
April 4
April 16
3.2-Mile Run in Remembrance, Virginia Tech Blacksburg Chocolate Festival, 11am-6pm, Downtown Blacksburg
IN THIS ISSUE 3 A Town’s Best Friend 4 Greenest Thumbs 5 Weatherize Blacksburg 6 Signature Events 7 Registration Information 8 Community Center 9 Aquatic Center
10 Shelter and Field Rentals 11 Youth Programs
17 Outdoor Programs 20 Aquatics Programs 26 Municipal Golf Course 28 Athletic Programs
31 Active Adults
April 17
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International Street Fair, 12-5pm, Downtown Blacksburg
April 23
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About Town is a publication of the Town of Blacksburg Community Relations Office.
Parks & Recreation
Virginia Tech Spring Game Arbor Day Celebration and Shred-a-Thon, 9am-Noon, 615 Patrick Henry Drive Blacksburg Fork and Cork, Noon-6pm, CRC
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 Leslie Hager-Smith, Vice Mayor Susan Anderson John Bush Krisha Chachra Cecile Newcomb Michael Sutphin
INTERNATIONAL STREET FAIR April 17, noon-5pm on College Avenue
Enjoy About Town and don’t forget to recycle.
KEEP IN TOUCH To find out what’s happening around Blacksburg or to post your own events, visit www.stepintoblacksburg.org. For meetings and collection dates, visit www.blacksburg.gov/calendar.
A Town’s Best Friend Blacksburg Police Department’s K9 members provide an extra level of safety and security to the community
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ork time is playtime for
the four-legged members of the Blacksburg PD. “The dog’s sense of play and drive is crucial to their work,” Lieutenant Mike Albert said. In 2007, Albert was the first officer from Blacksburg to go through K9 training. Today, the department has four dogs--three for narcotics detection and one for explosives. “A dog has two million scent receptors we don’t have,” Albert said. “Imagine walking into a bakery and smelling something sweet. You might knowit’s a pie, but a dog can smell the individual ingredients--yeast, butter, flour, eggs, everything.” The way a dog’s nose is designed allows it to locate precisely where a scent is coming from, and provides an extra level of information no human can. Each dog is paired with a handler, and becomes part of their handler’s family. “But they’re work dogs, not pets,” Albert emphasizes. The dogs and handlers go through training together, and like any strong Officer Micah Kobia with Brek partnership, they have to be a good fit, personality-wise. “You really have to know your dog,” Albert said. This especially helps in the field. “For a faint odor, one dog may bark, another may only whimper or have a more subtle alert signal.” Blacksburg’s K9s are on patrol every day, help at special events, and sometimes assist other agencies. “The dogs are a great resource for us,” Albert said. “They open up so many other avenues to help keep the town safe.”
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The Greenest Thumbs in Town Keeping Blacksburg’s green spaces beautiful
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lacksburg’s town horticulturalist, Beth Carson,
thinks her official title sounds a little stuffy. “I get to work with a great group of creative and talented people to maintain Blacksburg’s public green spaces,” she said. Landscaping town green spaces presents its own challenges, because each space has different uses and needs. “Trees may be needed in the middle of a downtown concrete sidewalk or in a park. Shrubs may be planted at a town building or a busy downtown parking lot. Bulbs, perennials, or annuals may be desired in the middle of a busy median strip Get garden inspired. If you’re or at a quiet historic property,” Carson explained. Keeping everything ship-shape requires yearround work. “Our crews are constantly mowing, planting, pruning, removing, mulching, watering, fertilizing—and new projects are always underway,” Carson said.
stumped for ideas about what to plant in your garden this spring, Carson recommends spending time at local garden centers, strolling the Hahn Horticulture Garden, or reaching out to the Virginia Cooperative Extension Service, then “take notes and pictures of the things you like.”
“Variety is the spice of life” is Carson’s plant philosophy, and she works to choose a diverse palette to make Blacksburg’s gardens interesting all year. “We have our favorite standbys, but it is fun to mix in some things that make people stop and say, ‘Wow! Where can I buy those?’” She also works to incorporate native plants in town landscapes—as well as edibles. “We have some edibles planted along the Huckleberry Trail and at the Five Chimneys building,” Carson said. “We like to show that anyone can incorporate edibles into their home landscape.”
But don’t ask Carson to try and name a favorite plant. “If it contains chlorophyll, chances are I will be interested in it,” she said. “There are so many ways plants add beauty, improve our environment, and make our lives better. It’s impossible to pick just one.”
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Weatherize Blacksburg will help you save energy—and money A new town effort will emphasize efficiency for a greener home
E
very month you don’t address energy efficiency in your home, you’re wasting money. So if you’ve been holding back on making an energy-related home improvement, now’s the time to do it—thanks to Weatherize Blacksburg.
Weatherize Blacksburg is a new program supported by the town and several community partners to help homeowners make their homes more energy efficient. “You can reduce your home’s energy consumption by 20-25 percent with better efficiency,” Carol Davis, Blacksburg’s sustainability manager, said. “People are hungry for clean energy options. That can mean using solar or other renewables, but it also means using energy more efficiently at home,” Davis explained. Improvements can help make your house more efficient, no matter how old it is. “Building codes for energy efficiency are the bare minimum. Many problems can be relatively easy to address, and even a few small changes can make a difference,” Davis said. In 2007, Blacksburg promised to work toward reducing its energy consumption by 80 percent by 2050 as part of the U.S. Conference of Mayors Climate Protection Agreement, along with more than a thousand other towns and cities across the U.S. The town is also one of 50 semi-finalists for Georgetown University’s energy prize—with a $5 million award for the community best able to reduce its energy consumption over a twoyear period. Weatherize Blacksburg builds on the success of Solarize Blacksburg, which made solar energy easier and more affordable to install locally. “We more than quadrupled residential solar in the community,” Davis said. “It is a stunning outcome.” If town residents keep up the momentum, Blacksburg will be greener—and a national leader in energy efficiency.
5 DIY energy-saving tips • Swap your light bulbs for longlasting LEDs—they use 75 percent less energy than regular bulbs. • Upgrade to Energy Star-rated appliances. Refrigerators and washer/dryers are big energy hogs. • Replace or clean your furnace filters once a month. • Take advantage of the sun for natural light and heat during the day. • Lower your water heater’s maximum temperature to 120 degrees to save 7-11 percent on water heating costs.
Start measuring your home’s efficiency today. Sign up at http://energizeblacksburg.wattzon.com, answer a few simple questions, and you’ll get an energy efficiency to-do list. You’ll also be eligible for reduced rates on home energy assessments, free site reviews for solar installations, and rebates on energy-saving materials and appliances.
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Town Takes Pride in Signature Events Blacksburg’s seasonal events create a sense of community
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andy Hall’s favorite Blacksburg event is the annual Holiday Parade during
the Winter Lights Festival. But he hasn’t watched the parade in person for 24 years. “The only time I’ve seen it is on video,” Hall, the town’s community program supervisor, said. Hall spends the duration of the parade at the staging area on Perry Street, zipping back and forth on his Gator. With communications support from the Virginia Tech Amateur Radio Association, he is responsible for getting hundreds of parade participants and their floats, vehicles, or horses aligned and organized.
Holiday
Parade
The holiday parade is just one of four seasonal events organized by the town. Each event requires months of planning, and town employees across many departments pitch in to ensure things run smoothly. Volunteers also help out. The Chi Delta Alpha sorority helps fill thousands of Easter eggs and hides them beneath straw for the littlest egg hunters at the Municipal Park. Circle K volunteers help organize games for the 500-600 kids who come to the Halloween carnival each year.
The hard work is more than worth it. “When the parade kicks off and you see people on a float smiling and having a good time, or a kid with a bag of Halloween treats or a basket of eggs--everyone’s so excited and it is nice to see,” Hall said. Parks and Recreation Director Dean Crane organizes the concert and fireworks for Independence Day. Planning for the event begins in January, and the crews work hard to make sure the park and other facilities are at their best for Independen over 5000 attendees. On July 5 ce Day Fire wor ks he and his crew are back at the park by dawn to clean up. “If you come to the Municipal Park by 9:30 the next morning, you’d never know there’d been anything there,” he said.
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LIFE AND RECREATION IN BLACKSBURG
BLACKSBURG PARKS AND RECREATION – GENERAL INFORMATION
RECREATION FEES
WHAT DOES R/NR MEAN?
R: RESIDENT: Individuals living in the town limits or town taxpayers 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. • A $25 service charge will apply to all cash refunds. • Refunds under $25 will be credited to the household account.
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 or check the Blacksburg Parks & Recreation Facebook page at www.facebook.com/BlacksburgParksandRecreation • If Montgomery County Schools are CLOSED due to inclement weather, then all active adult morning and afternoon classes will be canceled. For all other programs, please contact the program facility or check cancellation hotline and/or Facebook page • 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
Winter/Spring registration begins Tuesday, January 12, 2016 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
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GENERAL INFORMATION - COMMUNITY CENTER THE COMMUNITY CENTER 725 Patrick Henry Drive Phone: 540-961-1149 Fax: 540-961-1897
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
HOURS OF OPERATION January-March
Monday–Saturday Sunday
8am-10pm Noon-6pm
Monday–Saturday Sunday
8am-10pm Noon-5pm
Monday–Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
8am-10pm 8am-8pm 8am-noon Noon-5pm
April May
Closing Days January 1 March 27 May 28-30
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
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.
Assistant Director, Parks and Recreation 540-961-1880 jleahy@blacksburg.gov
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GENERAL INFORMATION - AQUATIC CENTER HOURS AND FEES AQUATIC CENTER
625 Patrick Henry Drive Phone: 540-961-1852 / Fax: 540-951-8313
FACILITY HOURS
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. The Aquatic Center will be closed on Sunday, Mar. 27. For information on weekly schedules, facility policies, and rules please check the website at www. blacksburg.gov/recreation or call 540-961-1852.
DAYCARES, 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
Children five and younger must be supervised by a paying, swimming adult in the pool and locker rooms and must be with arm’s reach at all times. A supervising adult must be in the facility for children ages 6-13. 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.
POOL RENTALS
All pool facility rentals are for two hours and must be made at least one week in advance to ensure adequate staffing.
LOBBY RENTAL
Lobby rentals are available Saturdays 1:15-3:15pm or 3:45-5:45pm and Sundays 1:15-3:15pm or 3:45-5:45pm. Includes use of the lobby and pool admission for up to 15 people. NOTE: The facility will remain open to the general public during lobby rentals. Lobby Rental Package: $70 • Pool admission for up to 15 people • Price per additional person is $3
PRIVATE RENTAL*
Private rentals are available Friday 7:15-9:15 pm and Saturday 6:45-8:45 pm. Includes exclusive use of the lobby and pool admission for up to 25 people. 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. *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.
ADMISSION AND PASS INFORMATION Daily Admission:
Adults (15-64): $3.50 Seniors (65 and up): $3 Youth (3-14): $3 After 7 rates decrease by $.50 Children under the age of three are free with a paying, swimming adult. 10 Swim Passes*: Adults (15-64): $30 Seniors (65 and up): $25 Youth (3-14): $25 30 Swim Passes*: Adults (15-64): $85 Seniors (65 & up): $70 Youth (3-14): $70 Yearly Passes*: Primary Account Member Adults (15-64): $230 Seniors (65 and up): $200 Youth (3-14): $200 Additional Account Member Adult (20-64): $160 Senior (65 and up): $100 Young Adult (15-19): $100 Youth (3-14): $85 *All Swim Passes expire one year from purchase date.
WATER EXERCISE FEES Unlimited Pass: $250 - 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 non-transferable.
Water Exercise 20-Visit Pass: $65 - Pass entitles
the user to 20 classes of their choice. Pass expires 12 months from date of purchase and is nontransferable.
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.
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.
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 seats 64. Wong Park: Seats 32 people. Located at 303 Wilson Avenue.
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 Rentals at Municipal and Nellie’s Cave Park
$5/set. Horseshoes can be rented at the Blacksburg Community Center or the main office.
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YOUTH PROGRAMS RANDY HALL
Community Programs Supervisor 540-961-1191 rhall@blacksburg.gov ART & MORE FOR 2s
This delightful class will introduce your toddler to art in a semi-structured setting. The classes will consist of a variety of art projects, story time and songs. Parent participation required.
ART SMART
Toddlers will be exposed to different media while learning how to use colors, shapes, patterns and sizes. We will encourage imagination, expression and communication through art. The emphasis will be on fun and social interaction.
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 is required. Instructor: Maria Rossi
FAMILY ENERGY OUTLET
A good class to spend time with siblings. This class was designed specifically for those parents who have multiple children. This playgroup will center on exercise and movement. Parent participation required. Instructor: Maria Rossi.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
201100 – W1
Tu Feb 2-Mar 8
2
9:45-10:45am
$35/$45
201100 – W2
Th Feb 4-Mar 10
2
9:45-10:45am
$35/$45
201100 – S1
Tu Mar 29-May 3
2
9:45-10:45am
$35/$45
201100 – S2
Th Mar 31-May 5
2
9:45-10:45am
$35/$45
Location
Parks and Recreation Administrative Office
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
201101 – W1
Tu Feb 2-Mar 8
3-4
11am-noon
$35/$45
201101 – W2
Th Feb 4-Mar 10
3-4
11am-noon
$35/$45
201101 – S1
Tu Mar 29-May 3
3-4
11am-noon
$35/$45
201101 – S2
Th Mar 31-May 5
3-4
11am-noon
$35/$45
Location
Parks and Recreation Administrative Office
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
201001 – W1
M Feb 1-Mar 7
1-1.8
9:30-10:30am
$40/$50
201001 – S1
M Mar 28-May 2
1-1.8
9:30-10:30am
$40/$50
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
201003 – W1
M Feb 1-Mar 7
0-6
10:45-11:45am
$25/$30
201003 - W2
W Feb 3-Mar 9
0-6
1-2pm
$25/$30
201003 – S1
M Mar 28-May 2
0-6
10:45-11:45am
$25/$30
201003 – S2
W Mar 30-May 4
0-6
1-2pm
$25/$30
*Cost per child.
Location
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Fee (R/NR)
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YOUTH PROGRAMS ENERGY OUTLET
Kids love Energy Outlet. These playgroups provide body awareness, math development, balance, eye-hand, eye-foot coordination, creative expression, self confidence and social interaction. Parent participation required. Instructor: Maria Rossi
ROMP & STOMP
Let’s make some noise. These playgroups include free play, warm-up exercises, and basic concepts such as up and down, in and out, as well as basic shapes and directions. Parent participation required. Instructor: Maria Rossi
KANGAROO KIDS
These classes are centered on a movement program which incorporate, body awareness, balance, eye-hand, eye-foot coordination, creative expression, self confidence and social interaction.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
201000 – W1
Tu Feb 2-Mar 8
2
9:30-10:30am
$40/$50
201000 – W2
Th Feb 4-Mar 10
2
9:30-10:30am
$40/$50
201000 – S1
Tu Mar 29-May 3
2
9:30-10:30am
$40/$50
201000 – S2
Th Mar 31-May 5
2
9:30-10:30am
$40/$50
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Fee (R/NR)
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
201002 – W1
Tu Feb 2-Mar 8
18-24 mos
10:45-11:45am
$40/$50
201002 – S1 Tu Mar 29-May 3
18-24 mos
10:45-11:45am
$40/$50
Location Activity #
Blacksburg Community Center Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
201008 – W1
W Feb 3-Mar 9
3-4
10:45-11:45am
$40/$50
201008 – S1
W Mar 30-May 4
3-4
10:45-11:45am
$40/$50
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
ANNUAL
Saturday, MARCH 26 Municipal Park, TURNER STREET Bring your Easter basket to collect eggs, and a camera to capture that special moment with the Easter Bunny and special guest. After the egg hunt there will be a giant inflatable for jumping and play. Cosponsored by Blacksburg Parks and Recreation Department, Virginia Tech Chapter of Circle K, and Chi Delta Alpha of VT Call 540-961-1135 for more information or email rhall@blacksburg.gov.
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Toddler to 3 years of age at 10:00am 4-8 years of age at 10:30am
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YOUTH PROGRAMS FAMILY BOUNCING BEARS
Activity # This class is designed specifically for families 201012 – W1 with multiple children. There will be jumpers and slides to climb on, jump off and crawl 201012 – S1 through. Parent participation required. In* Cost per child structor: Maria Rossi
Location
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.
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Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
W Feb 3-Mar 9
0-6
9:30-10:30am
$25/$30
W Mar 30-May 4
0-6
9:30-10:30am
$25/$30
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
201105 – W1
Th Feb 4-Mar 10
3-4
10:45-11:45am
$40/$50
201105 – S1
Th Mar 31-May 5
3-4
10:45-11:45am
$40/$50
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
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YOUTH PROGRAMS MUSIC TIME FOR THE FAMILY
This music class is especially designed for the growing toddler and preschooler to learn about and enjoy music together. Marci Craig is an Early Childhood Music Specialist. Themes will include favorite nursery rhymes. Parent participation is required.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202412-M1
F Feb 5-26
1-4
10:30-11:15am
$40/$50 per child
202412-M2
F Mar 4, 11, 18 & Apr 1
1-4
9:15-10am
$40/$50 per child
202412-M3
F May 6-27
1-4
9:15-10am
$40/$50 per child
Location
PRE-K MATH FUN
Instructional play activities involving introductory science, technology, engineering, and math concepts. No parent participation required.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202331-K1
Tu, Th Jan 26-Feb 23
2-5
2-2:45pm
$45/$55 per child
202331-K2
Tu, Th Mar 15-Apr 12
2-5
2-2:45pm
$45/$55 per child
Location
SAT MATH PREP AND HOMEWORK HELP SESSIONS
Coordinated peer/group tutoring. Instructor has a B.S. in Math, an MA.Ed. and Ed.S. in Curriculum & Instruction.
Blacksburg Community Center
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202331-T1
Tu, Th Jan 26-Feb 23
10 & up
3-5pm
$100/$110 per child
202331-T2
Tu, Th Mar 15-Apr 12
10 & up
3-5pm
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
$100/$110 per child
FREE SUMMER CAMP FAIR 2016 The Blacksburg Parks and Recreation Department would like to invite parents and friends to the annual Summer Camp Fair. Families will be introduced to area summer camps and assisted by camp professionals in planning summer activities. Potential camp staffers are also invited to attend and meet with the camping directors regarding employment. Wednesday, March 16, 4:30-6:30pm, Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Drive Area camps are invited to participate. Tables are $15 for a standard eight foot table. Registration deadline is Monday, March 14, Activity # 212300-S1. For more information, call 540-961-1180 or email jleahy@blacksburg.gov.
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YOUTH PROGRAMS NEW!
INTRODUCTION TO SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE
This course offers a variety of common words, useful conversational phrases, and a glimpse into the vibrant culture of the Spanish-speaking world.
FRENCH GRAMMAR AND FRANCOPHONE CULTURE CLASS:
An introduction to French grammar and conversational speech as well as Francophone culture. As the official language of the UN, and spoken across five continents, French opens the door to international opportunity.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202303 –S1
M Jan 25-Mar 14
7-12
6-7pm
$45/$55
Activity #
*Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202303 – F1
Tu Jan 26-Mar 15
6-14
6-7pm
$35/$45
* No class Mar 1
PIL SEUNG TAE KWON DO ACADEMY
Korean martial art Olympicstyle program, stressing integrity, physical and mental fitness. No contract required. Ongoing program and fee is due by the first class of each month.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
212206-02 212206-03 212206-04 212206-05
M or W Feb M or W Mar M or W Apr M or W May
7 & up
4:30-5:15pm
$35/$45
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
212205-02 212205-03 212205-04 212205-05
Tu Feb Tu Mar Tu Apr Tu May
4-6
5:15-6pm
$35/$45
New Location
915 Hethwood Blvd, Unit 7 at Hethwood Shopping Center
MIDDLE SCHOOL MEGA DANCE PARTY
Middle school students in the New River Valley, come join the excitement – DJ and music videos by Starshine Events, games, prizes, dodge ball, Mr. Bacon Racing Pigs, other mystery events, food, and more. $7 in advance by Thursday of party week (no refunds); $10 at the door
Activity #
202302-S1 202302-S2
Date
F Feb 19 F Mar 18
Time
7:30-9:30pm 7:30-9:30pm
Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Drive For more information or to register call 540-961-1149 or email jleahy@blacksburg.gov.
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YOUTH PROGRAMS B3 Bricks Bots & Beakers Classes All classes held at the Blacksburg Community Center.
STAR BUILDERS – EPISODE I
Star Wars fans will love this themed camp – build a variety of projects form the Star Wars LEGO collection and invent your own star fighters.
STAR SCIENCE - EPISODE I
Star Wars fans will love this themed camp that will explore the mysteries of space. Design, build, and test your own air powered flyers modeled after your favorite star fighter.
B3 FAIRY TALE ENGINEERING
Using LEGO® Duplo bricks and other materials to apply Engineering Design Process to build and test Rapunzel’s tower, the Three Little Pigs Houses, a Bridge for the 3 Billy Goats Gruff, and more.
B3 CHAIN REACTION
We will use a variety of materials including the new Klutz book LEGO Chain Reactions to learn about energy and force.
B3 MINE MASTERS MANIA
Campers will learn new, fun things to do in the virtual world of Minecraft during screen time. We will also do science experiments and engineering activities as well as crafts and games - all with Minecraft themes.
ELEMENTARY ROBOTICS
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202410-SB
Sa Jan 23 & 30
6-10
9am-noon
$75/$85
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202410-SS
Sa Jan 23 & 30
6-10
1-4pm
$75/$85
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202410-FT
Sa April 9 & 16
5-7
9am-noon
$75/$85
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202410-CR
Sa April 9 & 16
7-10
1-4pm
$75/$85
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202410-MM
Sa Feb 20 & 27
5-10
9 am-noon
$75/$85
Student will build and program robots using the LEGO Ev3 robotics platform
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202410-ER
Sa Feb 20 & 27
8-12
1-4pm
$75/$85
B3 EARLY ENGINEERING 3– STRUCTURES
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202410-EE
Sa Mar 12 & 19
5-7
9am-noon
$75/$85
Use LEGO® to build and test toppling towers, bridges, structures with hinges and more. Learn basic structures concepts including; balance, stability, weight distribution, strength, forces, problem solving, meeting design constraints, and more.
B3 BEAKERS GROSS OUT 3 POTIONS LAB
Always wanted to attend Hogwarts? You’ll love this camp. Create a unique magic wand then through chemistry magic make amazing potions: vampire veins, magic bubbles, glow in the dark and color changing potions and more.
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Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202410-GO
Sa Mar 12 & 19
8-12
1-4pm
$75/$85
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LIFE AND RECREATION IN BLACKSBURG
OUTDOOR PROGRAMS TRAVIS COAD
Outdoor Supervisor 540-961-1133 tcoad@blacksburg.gov BOATING
KAYAK SKILLS COURSE: INTRO TO WHITE WATER KAYAKING
Learn the fundamentals of the roll, bracing, and edge control from experienced staff in an indoor pool. Necessary equipment is provided. Personal equipment is welcome.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
430501-1
Su Jan 24
11 & up
10am-noon
$15/$25
430501-2
Su Feb 28
11 & up
10am-noon
$15/$25
430501-3
Su Mar 27
11 & up
10am-noon
$15/$25
430501-4
Su Apr 24
11 & up
10am-noon
$15/$25
Location
Blacksburg Aquatic Center
Registration Deadline
Thursday before the course by 5pm
CLIMBING & CAVING
WONDERS OF THE UNDERWORLD: INTRO TO CAVING
Push, pull, crawl, and squirm through breathtaking passages. Experience total darkness and view unique cave formations. No experience is needed. All caving is in accordance to the Caving Protocols in Response to WhiteNose Syndrome in Virginia.
ROCK CLIMBING
Introductory rock climbing in West Virginia designed for the novice and intermediate climber. Set your own pace and go as far as you want. Trained guides will provide you with the proper gear, instruction, and transportation.
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Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
230002-1
Sa Jan 9
11 & up
9am-5pm
$20/$30
230002-2
Sa Feb 13
11 & up
9am-5pm
$20/$30
230002-3
Sa Mar 12
11 & up
9am-5pm
$20/$30
230002-4
Sa Apr 9
11 & up
9am-5pm
$20/$30
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
230001-4
Sa Mar 28
11 & up
9am-5pm
$20/$30
230001-5
Sa Apr 2
11 & up
9am-5pm
$20/$30
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
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OUTDOOR PROGRAMS WORKSHOPS
BICYCLE MAINTENANCE 101
Join Blacksburg Parks and Recreation and Join Blacksburg Parks and Recreation and Bike Barn of Blacksburg to learn how to do routine maintenance on a bicycle in a group-oriented hands-on class.
BICYCLE MAINTENANCE 102
Join Blacksburg Parks and Recreation and Bike Barn of Blacksburg to learn how to adjust a bicycle’s shifting system, braking system, and what signs to look for when it’s time to do those adjustments.
HORSEBACK TRAIL RIDE
Spend the day horseback riding through the mountains and country side. This guided horseback ride is a two-hour trail ride through water crossings, wooded trails, and open pasture. Rides are led by professional staff from Reba Farm Inn and Saddle Soar Equitainment.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
210305-B1
W Jan 6
8 & up
7-9pm
$7/$12
210305-B3
W Feb 3
8 & up
7-9pm
$7/$12
210305-B5
W Mar 2
8 & up
7-9pm
$7/$12
210305-B7
W Apr 6
8 & up
7-9pm
$7/$12
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Day of the program by 5pm
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
210305-B2
W Jan 20
8 & up
7-9pm
$7/$12
210305-B4
W Feb 17
8 & up
7-9pm
$7/$12
210305-B6
W Mar 16
8 & up
7-9pm
$7/$12
210305-B8
W Apr 20
8 & up
7-9pm
$7/$12
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Day of the program by 5pm
RIDES & HIKES Activity #
Date
*Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
230401-2
Sa Apr 16
11 & up
9am-3pm
$45/$55
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
* Note: Trail rides require riders to be at least 11 years of age.
For additional environmental programs contact
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SEEDS is a discovery-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. www.seedskids.org (540) 552-3914
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LIFE AND RECREATION IN BLACKSBURG
OUTDOOR PROGRAMS ! BIKE THE VIRGINIA CREEPER TRAIL NEW
Discover the beauty of the VA Creeper Rail Discover the beauty of the Virginia Creeper Rail Trail via bicycle. The trail’s gentle downhill makes it great for cyclists of all ages to bike. Personal bikes are welcome; please contact the outdoor supervisor prior to trip to make arrangements.
WILDFLOWER WALK
Explore the spring wildflowers along the New River Trail in Allisonia, VA. David Darnell, from the New River Chapter of the Virginia Native Plant Society will be our guide to see a wide variety of flowering plants.
WALK-N-WINE BUFFALO MOUNTAIN
Buffalo Mountain is a moderate two mile hike with spectacular 360 degree views. Bring your camera for this one. Afterwards take a moment to enjoy a special tasting, and winery tour, of Chateau Morrisette just down the road.
RIDES & HIKES Activity # 230008-1
Date Sa Mar 26
Age 11 & up
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
8am-5pm
W/bike $30/$40 W/O bike $40/$50
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
* Trip will include bike rental, guide, and transportation.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
230205-04
Sa Apr 9
11 & up
9am-5pm
$10/$20
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
230201- 03
Sa Mar 5
21 & up
9am-5pm
$10/$20
Location
Trip will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center
Registration Deadline
Wednesday before the trip by 5pm
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. Call 540-961-1133 for more information.
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AQUATIC PROGRAMS LYNNE KRULICH
Aquatic Supervisor 540-961-1852 lkrulich@blacksburg.gov AQUATIC THERAPY FOR REHABILITATION AND EXERCISE
M-F 9-11am Individuals can perform therapy under the direction 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
AquaFit! M-F 9-10am M & W 7-8pm Conducted in deep and shallow water, the class will give you 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. BRING YOUR OWN BABY – (AND YOU)! W, March 16 – May 11, 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 six months to five years.
AMERICAN RED CROSS LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM PARENT AND CHILD LEVELS
Water Babies & Bugs (3-36 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.
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
239000-01 239000-02 239000-03 239000-04 239000-05
M, W Jan 18-27
5-5:30pm
$30/$40
M, W Feb 22-Mar 2
5-5:30pm
$30/$40
M, W Mar 28-Apr 6
5-5:30pm
$30/$40
Sa Jan 23-Feb 27
9-9:30am
$30/$40
Sa Mar 19-Apr 23
9-9:30am
$30/$40
Jan 15 Feb 19 Mar 25 Jan 22 Mar 18
Date M, W Jan 18-Feb 10
Time 5:35-6:05pm
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
$45/$55
Tu, Th Jan 19-Feb 11
5-5:30pm
$45/$55
Jan 15 Jan 18 Feb 19 Feb 22 Mar 25 Mar 28 Jan 22 Mar 18
PRESCHOOL LEVELS (3-5 years)
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.
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Activity #
239010-01 239010-02 239010-03 239010-04 239010-05 239010-06 239010-07 239010-08
M, W Feb 22-Mar 16
5:35-6:05pm
$45/$55
Tu, Th Feb 23-Mar 17
5-5:30pm
$45/$55
M, W Mar 28-Apr 20
5:35-6:05pm
$45/$55
Tu, Th Mar 29-Apr 21
5-5:30pm 9:35-10:05am 9:35-10:05am
$45/$55 $35/$45 $35/$45
Sa Jan 23-Feb 27 Sa Mar 19-Apr 23
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AQUATIC PROGRAMS AMERICAN RED CROSS LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM 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.
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
239015-01
M, W Jan 18-Feb 10
5:35-6:05pm
$45/$55
Jan 15
239015-02
Tu, Th Jan 19-Feb 11
5:35-6:05pm
$45/$55
Jan 18
239015-03
M, W Feb 22-Mar 16
5:35-6:05pm
$45/$55
Feb 19
239015-04
Tu, Th Feb 23-Mar 17
5:35-6:05pm
$45/$55
Feb 22
239015-05
M, W Mar 28-Apr 20
5:35-6:05pm
$45/$55
Mar 25
239015-06
Tu, Th Mar 29-Apr 21
5:35-6:05pm
$45/$55
Mar 28
239015-07
Sa Jan 23-Feb 27
9:35-10:05am
$35/$45
Jan 22
239015-08
Sa Mar 19-Apr 23
9:35-10:05am
$35/$45
Mar 18
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
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.
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Register By
239018-01
M, W Jan 18-Feb 10
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Jan 15
239018-02
Tu, Th Feb 23-Mar 17
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Feb 22
239018-03
M, W Mar 28-Apr 20
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Mar 25
239018-04
Sa Jan 23-Feb 27
10:10-10:55am
$35/$45
Jan 22
239018-05
Sa Mar 19-Apr 23
10:10-10:55am
$35/$45
Mar 18
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
239020-01
M, W Jan 18-Feb 10
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Jan 15
239020-02
Tu, Th Feb 23-Mar 17
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Feb 22
239020-03
M, W Mar 28-Apr 20
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Mar 25
239020-04
Sa Jan 23-Feb 27
10:10-10:55am
$35/$45
Jan 22
239020-05
Sa Mar 19-Apr 23
10:10-10:55am
$35/$45
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AQUATIC PROGRAMS AMERICAN RED CROSS LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM 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.
Level 4 - Swordfish (6 + years) Prerequisite: Level 3 or 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 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.
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Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
239030-01
Tu, Th Jan 19-Feb 11
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Jan 18
239030-02
M, W Feb 22-Mar 16
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Feb 19
239030-03
Tu, Th Mar 29-Apr 21
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Mar 28
239030-04
Sa Jan 23-Feb 27
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Jan 22
239030-05
Sa Mar 19-Apr 23
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Mar 18
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
239040-01
Tu, Th Jan 19-Feb 11
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Jan 18
239040-02
M, W Feb 22-Mar 16
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Feb 19
239040-03
Tu, Th Mar 29-Apr 21
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Mar 28
239040-04
Sa Jan 23-Feb 27
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Jan 22
239040-05
Sa Mar 19-Apr 23
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Mar 18
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
239050-01
Tu, Th Jan 19-Feb 11
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Jan 18
239050-02
Tu, Th Feb 23-Mar 17
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Feb 22
239050-03
Tu, Th Mar 29-Apr 21
6:10-6:55pm
$45/$55
Mar 28
239050-04
Sa Jan 23-Feb 27
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Jan 22
239050-05
Sa Mar 19-Apr 23
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Mar 18
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AQUATIC PROGRAMS
ADULT SWIM CLASSES
Get Wet (15+ years) An introductory water program designed those who may be 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.
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
239080-01
Sa Jan 23-Feb 27
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Jan 22
239080-02
Sa Mar 19-Apr 23
11-11:45am
$35/$45
Mar 18
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
239083-01
Tu Jan 19-Mar 8
6-7pm
$45
NEW! Synchronized Swimming For Children – Level 2 (7-14 years old) Level 2 continues to teach the fundamentals of this graceful sport and helps students develop routines. Prerequisite: Completion of Introduction to Synchronized Swimming For Children or instructor permission. Introduction to Synchronized Swimming For Children (7-14 years old) 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.
SWIM PROGRAMS
Conditioning and Training Team (CATT) (5-18 years) Practices in a supportive environment with focus on improving stroke techniques. Prerequisite: 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.
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Jan 18, 5pm
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
239082-01
W Jan 20-Mar 9
6:15-7pm
$45
Jan 19, 5pm
239082-02
W Apr 6-May 25
6:15-7pm
$45
Apr 5, 5pm
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
239099-01
M, Th Jan 18-28
6:30-7:30pm
$20/$30
239099-02
M, Th Feb 1-25
6:30-7:30pm
$35/$45
Register By
239099-03
M, Th Mar 7-31
6:30-7:30pm
$35/$45
239099-04
M, Th Apr 4-28
6:30-7:30pm
$35/$45
239099-05
M, Th May 2-19
6:30-7:30pm
$25/$35
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AQUATIC PROGRAMS PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Private swim lessons are available for all ages and ability. Instructors will develop a program which meets the goals, needs and schedule 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. Day 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
RED CROSS PROGRAMS Lifeguard Training (15 + years) 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 pound 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)
Register By
239210-01
M-F Feb 8-12
4-9pm
$200/$210
Feb 5
239210-02
M-F Mar 7-11
4-9pm
$200/$210
Mar 4
239210-03
M-F Apr 4-8
4-9pm
$200/$210
Apr 1
Lifeguard Recertification Class (15 years & up) This class will cover all of the skills required to renew ARC Lifeguard Training. CPR/FPR, AED, and First Aid certifications are included. Participants must have a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification or be expired less than one year prior to the start of the class.
Activity #
Date
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Register By
239220-01
M, Tu Feb 22, 23
5-9pm
$55/$65
Feb 19
239220-02
M, Tu Mar 21, 22
5-9pm
$55/$65
Mar 18
239220-03
M, Tu Apr 18, 19
5-9pm
$55/$65
Apr 15
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RED CROSS PROGRAMS 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
239225-01
Th Feb 11
11 & up
6-9pm
$70/$80
Feb 10
239225-02
Th Apr 14
11 & up
6-9pm
$70/$80
Apr 13
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
239300-01
Th Mar 10
11 & up
6-9pm
$55/$65
Mar 9
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, keep children safe, and handle emergencies such as injuries, illnesses and household accidents. Includes certifications for First Aid and Pediatric CPR. Please bring lunch. Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
239228-01
Sa Feb 27
11-15
9am-4pm
$65/$75
Feb 26
239228-02
Sa Mar 19
11-15
9am-4pm
$65/$75
Mar 18
239228-03
Sa Apr 16
11-15
9am-4pm
$65/$75
Apr 15
Location
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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 . . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . $26 9 holes with cart . . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . $19 Walking (all day) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12 9-hole cart fee (per rider) . . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . $8
Annual Pass Fees
Individual Annual Pass . . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . $375 Family Annual Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$525 Junior Academy Pass. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . $225 College Pass (Aug 15 - May15 only-valid ID required). . . . .$275 M-F Annual Pass Renewal* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$325 M-F Annual Pass Renewal Dependent Add-on* . . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . $100 *Renewals only. No new weekday passes will be sold.
2016 WEEKLY GOLF PROGRAMS MONDAY NIGHT MADNESS
Beginning April 4, join us every Monday night through August for a 9-hole scramble. Teams are set up by the pro shop so you will play with different people each week. We do our best to split up the really good players. Each week, we give away closest to the pin prizes and pro shop gift certificates. Call the pro shop that morning to reserve your spot. Open to the first 36 golfers who make a reservation. Check in by 5:30 pm. Shotgun starts promptly at 5:45 pm. Fee: $15.
TWO FOR TUESDAYS
Every Tuesday April through August after 4 pm, we will offer two for one green fees. Take advantage of this great twilight rate. Tee times are required.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT ASSOCIATION NIGHT
Come out on Wednesdays, meet members of the Virginia State Golf Association and play some friendly competitions. We will conduct weekly individual or team competitions. Join the association to track your official USGA handicap and be a part of the season long outings. Dues are just $40 per year.
GOLF LESSONS
Golf lessons are available by appointment with one of our instructors. Rates are $25 per hour or buy a block of five lessons for $100.
Visit the Hill online at
www.golfthehill.com www.facebook.com/golfthehill www.twitter.com/golfthehill for daily announcements and important information.
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MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE
ANNUAL PASS DRIVE SATURDAY, JUNE 25
2016 SPECIAL GOLF PROGRAMS STEIN & NINE FRIDAY, AUGUST 12, 6pm
If you do not have a golf pass with us, complimentary golf will be available along with prizes and refreshments. New annual passes purchased that day will be discounted by 10%. Enjoy a day on the links on us.
WINE AND NINE FRIDAY, JULY 8, 6PM
Enjoy a tasting of some local wines and then play nine holes of golf. $20 per person. Reservations required.
Enjoy a tasting of some local craft beers and then play nine holes of golf. $20 per person. Reservations required.
FAMILY GOLF SUNDAYS, JUNE-AUGUST, AFTER 2PM
The family can come and play the course from special forward tees set up on all holes for just $30 – carts included. Utilizing the USGA’s TEE IT FORWARD program, families will be required to play a Captain’s Choice format. Tee times are required.
2016 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE FIFTH ANNUAL COHEE CUP SATURDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 30-MAY 1
Entry Fee: $130 per player This Ryder Cup event is open to the first 24 paid golfers. The two-day event includes: team dinner on Friday night, foursomes match, lunch, and four-ball match on Saturday, and singles matches on Sunday. Gift, prizes and refreshments will be provided.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REVENGE SATURDAY, MAY 28
Entry Fee: $140 per team After preparing the golf course for all these tournaments, the superintendant and his staff get a little payback. This is a four person, 18-hole scramble with course conditions and hazards that you would never find any other day of the year.
MEMBER/GUEST SATURDAY, JUNE 18
Entry Fee: $100 per team This is a one-day, 18-hole best ball tournament for our members and their guests. Prizes and lunch will be provided.
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ASSOCIATION HANDICAP TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, JULY 23
Entry Fee: $25 per pesron This is a one-day, 18-hole, handicapped tournament for our association members. Prizes will be awarded.
QUEEN OF THE HILL SATURDAY, AUGUST 13
Entry Fee: $35 per player Ladies first. Women compete in a one-day stroke play tournament to decide the women’s club champion. Prizes and refreshments included.
KING OF THE HILL SATURDAY & SUNDAY, AUGUST 27-28
Entry Fee: $80 per player Men square off for a two-day stroke play tournament for the club championship. Eighteen holes of golf Saturday, Sunday and one practice round the week before. Prizes and refreshments included.
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ATHLETIC PROGRAMS ADAM LLOYD
Athletic Supervisor 540-961-1179 alloyd@blacksburg.gov
YOUTH ATHLETICS YOUTH T-BALL
Sign up in person or over the phone. Late registrations taken upon availability, will be assessed a $10 late fee. Practices and games will start in April. Practice is one hour on a weekday evening. Games are on on Saturday mornings.
Activity #
Date
*Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
205000 TB
Apr-Jun
5-6
TBA
$35/$45
Location
Nellie’s Cave T-Ball Field and/or Harding Elementary
Registration
M Feb 8-F Mar 11
*As of Aug 1, 2016
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 March. Practice is one hour on a weekday evening. Games are on Saturday mornings.
TEEN BASKETBALL
Register as a team with completed roster at the Parks and Recreation Administrative Office. Please note updated format on roster sheet before registering.
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Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
205007-VB
Mar-Apr
Grades 5-8
TBA
$35/$45
Location
Blacksburg Community Center and Kipps Gym
Registration
Tu Jan 19-F Feb 19
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
205005 TB
Feb-Mar
Grades 9-12
Sunday Afternoon
$30/ player
Location
Kipps Elementary Gym
Registration
Tu Jan 12-F Jan 29
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ATHLETIC PROGRAMS NEW!
ADULT ATHLETICS
ADULT CARDIO TENNIS
Cardio Tennis is a high-energy fitness activity that combines the best features of the sport of tennis with cardiovascular exercise, delivering the ultimate calorie burning aerobic workout.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
205310 CT
Tu, Th Apr 12-May 19
18 & up
7-8pm
$85/$95
Location
Municipal Park Tennis Courts
Registration
M Feb 29-F Apr 1
NEW!
ADULT BEGINNER CLINIC
Learn to hit forehands, backhands, volleys, and serves.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
205310 T1
Tu, Th Apr 12-May 19
18 & up
5:30-7pm
$90/$100
Location
Municipal Park Tennis Courts
Registration
M Feb 29-F Apr 1
SOFTBALL
Registration will be at the administrative office, 615 Patrick Henry Dr. No mail or phone registrations will be accepted. A signed roster complete with names, addresses and phone numbers along with the entire entry fee are due at the time of registration. No awards will be given at end of season. Ball Requirements: Balls must be marked core 44 or 47, cork center. Bat Restrictions: No Miken Ultra II bats of any kind allowed. For more information, please call 540-961-1135. Play begins the week of April 11 or 18.
CHURCH ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES
League Eligibility: Must be a member or attending the sponsoring church. Allowed to play in one church league only.
Activity #
Date
*Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
215001 CA
Apr-Jul
14 & up
TBA
$250
215001 CB
Apr-Jul
14 & up
TBA
$250
215001 CC
Apr-Jul
14 & up
TBA
$250
*As of Aug 1, 2016
COED ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES
League eligibility: Allowed to play in one coed league only.
Location
Jaycee and Toms Creek Fields
Registration
Feb 22 - Mar 25
Activity #
Date
*Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
215001 XA
Apr-Jul
17 & up
TBA
$250
215001 XB
Apr-Jul
17 & up
TBA
$250
215001 XC
Apr-Jul
17 & up
TBA
$250
*As of Aug 1, 2016
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Location
Jaycee and Toms Creek Fields
Registration
Feb 22 - Mar 25
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ATHLETIC PROGRAMS ADULT ATHLETICS MEN’S ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES
League Eligibility: 50% of roster must be town residents. Additional fee of $10 per non-resident, (please see resident description in “General Information” section in the front of brochure). Allowed to play in one men’s league only.
Activity #
Date
*Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
215001 MA
Apr-Jul
17 & up
TBA
$250
215001 MB
Apr-Jul
17 & up
TBA
$250
215001 MC
Apr-Jul
17 & up
TBA
$250
*As of Aug 1, 2016 Location
Jaycee and Toms Creek Fields
Registration
Feb 22 - Mar 25
ADULT VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES
6 vs. 6 League with Officials Registration: Jan 12-22 at the Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Dr. Registration packets available at the center or by email request at jleahy@blacksburg.gov. Activity #
Date
Fee (R/NR)
212401-V1 Coed
M, Th Feb-Apr
$120/team
212401-V2 Women’s
M Feb-Apr
$120/team
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
OPEN ADULT LUNCHTIME BASKETBALL
Ages: 18 & up Days: Tu, Th Time: Noon-1pm Place: Blacksburg Community Center Fee: Free
OPEN ADULT BADMINTON
Ages: 18 & up Days: Tu Time: 10am-noon Place: Blacksburg Community Center Fee: Free
OPEN ADULT LUNCHTIME VOLLEYBALL Ages: Days: Time: Place: Fee:
18 & up M, W, F Noon-2pm Blacksburg Community Center Free
All open adult programs are subject to change without notice. Please call the Blacksburg Community Center before coming at 540-961-1149.
NEW!
ADULT VOLLEYBALL SKILLS CLINIC
Are you a beginner or advanced player interested in developing your skills? This clinic, taught by current esteemed Auburn Varsity Volleyball Coach Eddie Maynard, will take your game to the next level regardless of experience.
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Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
212401-VC
Th Jan 28
16 & up
8-9:30pm
$10/$20
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
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ACTIVE ADULTS JOY HERBERT
Senior Supervisor 540-961-1134 jherbert@blacksburg.gov
HEALTH AND FITNESS EXERCISE CLASSES The following seven 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 (R/NR): 13 time pass $25/$35; 35 time pass $55/$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. There are tremendous benefits to weight training besides strength. You’ll also 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.
BOOT CAMP LITE
A low impact lower intensity version of Regular Boot Camp.
HEALTHY BACKS
An exercise class with a focus on participants regaining or maintaining muscular strength, flexibility, balance, and a back free of pain and stiffness. Fitness and relaxation as well as other benefits.
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
30 MINUTE GET FIT WITH HIT! (HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING)
Come in right after work and get a strenuous workout and leave for home – all in 30 minutes.
ZUMBA
A Latin-inspired, dance fitness class. It fuses Latin and international rhythms with easy-to-follow moves to create a dynamic, exciting, and effective workout programs. A higher intensity workout designed for ages 18 and above.
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Date
Time
Tu
9:30-10:25am
Th
9-9:55am
Date
Time
M, W, F
8:30-9:25am
Date
Time
Th
10-10:55am
Date
Time
M, W, F
10:30-11:25am
Date
Time
Tu, Th
9-9:55am
Date
Time
Tu, Th
5:15-5:45pm
Date
Time
M, W, F
9:30-10:25am
Tu, Th
6-7pm
Sa
9:30-10:25am
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ACTIVE ADULTS HEALTH AND FITNESS EXERCISE CLASSES 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.
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.
EVENING 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.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Gentle Yoga
Tu, Th
16 & up
10:15-11:45am
Beg/Mod Yoga
W
16 & up
5:45-7:15pm
Sunday Yoga
Su
16 & up
3-4:30pm
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.
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
223503-A1
Tu, Th Jan 19-Feb 25
223503-A2
Tu, Th Mar 8-Apr 14
7:308:30pm
$15/$25
223503-A5
Tu, Th Apr 26-Jun 2
Program is designed for ages 50 and above but all are welcome to participate
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
223503-B1
Tu, Th Jan 19-Feb 25
223503-B2
Tu, Th Mar 8-Apr 14
1011am
$15/$25
223503-B3
Tu, Th Apr 26-Jun 2
Program is designed for ages 50 and above but all are welcome to participate
Location
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Six time pass $45/$55 12 time pass $85/$95
Activity #
Location
MORNING TAI CHI
Fee (R/NR)
Blacksburg Community Center
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ACTIVE ADULTS 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.
WINTER 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.
Activity # 212100-Q1
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
W Jan 13
14 & up
7-8pm
FREE
SESSION 1 - JANUARY/FEBRUARY
COUNTRY TWO-STEP: LEVEL 1
Activity # *Date Ages If you love country music and want an energy212100-C1 Tu Jan 19-Feb 9 14 & up packed hour then this dance is for you. This class will teach you to glide across the floor and spin like *Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom you’ve never spun before.
RUMBA: LEVEL 1
Activity # Date Ages Slow and romantic, Rumba’s casual luxury em212100-L4 Tu Jan 19-Feb 9 14 & up braces many popular music styles making it a favorite with new dancers and a great first dance for *Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom a wedding.
WALTZ: LEVEL 1 - GREAT FOR BEGINNERS
Activity # Date Ages Never danced before? Try this ballroom classic. 212100-B2 W Jan 20-Feb 10 14 & up The light and airy grace of Waltz glides across the *Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom floor - whirling like a classic romantic movie.
LATIN CLUB DANCING - SALSA & MERENGUE: LEVEL 1
Add a little spice to your dance life with these saucy Latin dances: they’re fast, fun, and ready to party.
Activity # 212100-L3
$5/$10
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
7:15-8:15pm
$5/$10
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
6:30-7:30pm
$5/$10
Date
Ages
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
14 & up
7:30-8:30pm
$5/$10
*Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom
This intense, dramatic dance will inspire you to 212100-L1 Tu Feb 23-Mar 22 14 & up new levels of creativity, connection, and musicality. *Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom Want more? Check out the “Classes-by-Request” to see how you can get it. Activity # 212100-S2
Time
**Fee (R/NR)
6:15-7:15pm
$5/$10
*Date
Ages
Time
**Fee (R/NR)
Tu Feb 23-Mar 22
14 & up
7:15-8:15pm
$5/$10
Get down and boogie - Disco Fever is still raging *Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom and there’s nothing like Hustle to get you groovin’. This class gets you dancing the moves that made the Disco Inferno burn.
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**Fee (R/NR)
W Jan 20-Feb 10
SESSION 2: FEBRUARY/MARCH - NO CLASSES MARCH 8 OR 9 ARGENTINE TANGO: LEVEL 1 Activity # *Date Ages
DISCO DANCING: THE HUSTLE: LEVEL 1 - GREAT FOR BEGINNERS
Time 6:15-7:15pm
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ACTIVE ADULTS DANCE PROGRAMS SESSION 2: FEBRUARY/MARCH - NO CLASSES MARCH 8 OR 9 SWING: LEVEL 1 - FAST AND FUN FOR NEW DANCERS Activity # Date Ages
Get ready to dance the night away to groovy rock 212100-S3 W Feb 24-Mar 23 14 & up n’ roll and up-beat blues with this hip, happy dance filled with exciting twists and turns sure to get your *Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom toes tapping.
SLOW DANCING - NIGHT CLUB 2-STEP: LEVEL 1
Activity # Date Ages Looking for the perfect slow dance for weddings & 212100-C2 W Feb 24-Mar 23 14 & up parties? Night Club 2-Step is it: graceful & romantic; ideal for proms, weddings, & special occasions. *Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
6:30-7:30pm
$5/$10
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
7:30-8:30pm
$5/$10
SESSION 3: APRIL CAROLINA SHAG: LEVEL 1
Activity # Date Ages Love Beach Music? Learn to move those boogie 212100-S1 Tu Apr 5-26 14 & up shoes and go dancin’ in the sand with this southern classic. Previous experience with Swing is helpful, *Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom but not required.
CHA CHA: LEVEL 1
Activity # Date Ages Fast and sassy, Cha Cha is a 212100-L2 Tu Apr 5-26 14 & up cheeky, sexy Latin dance perfect for dancing to contemporary *Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom R&B, funk, country, and classic rock as well as popular Latin music.
FOX TROT: LEVEL 1 - GREAT FOR BEGINNERS
Activity # Date Ages Sail onto the dance floor like Fred Astaire with 212100-B1 W Apr 6-27 14 & up this ballroom classic, perfect for dancing to the old crooners. Want more? Check out the “Classes-by- *Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom Request” to see how you can get it.
CLASS-BY-REQUEST (A.K.A “CBR”) FOR SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES
*Fee (R/NR)
$5/$10
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
7:15-8:15pm
$5/$10
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
6:30-7:30pm
$5/$10
*Fee (R/NR)
Activity #
Date
Ages
Time
212100-Q2
Tu Jan 19-Feb 9
14 & up
8:15-9:15pm
$5/$10
8:15-9:15pm
$5/$10
8:15-9:15pm
$5/$10
7:30-8:30pm
$5/$10
Have you taken some Social Dance classes and 212100-Q3 Tu Feb 23-Mar 22 14 & up want to continue the fun in higher levels? Good Tu Apr 5-26 14 & up news. These classes have been reserved for you. 212100-Q4 W Apr 6-27 14 & up Contact Sapphire regarding which classes you’d 212100-Q5 like to see in these slots. *Fee/person: $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom
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ACTIVE ADULTS CLASSES FOR EDUCATION AND LEISURE NEW!
COMPUTER, SMARTPHONE, TABLET – OH MY!
Activity # Age Time Volunteers from Computer Science Program begins All ages and skill Community Service will be sharing their 2:30-4:30pm Jan 22 levels welcome skills with the community. Get help for your computer, smart phone and tablets. Bring Location Community Center Computer Lab questions and suggestions for material you would like them to present. * Class topics will be listed in January.
EVENING CREATIVE WRITING: SHORT STORIES, NOVELS, AND POETRY
Work with an experienced instructor, Dr. Jonathan Bradley, to improve your writing and learn about the publishing industry.
Fee (R/NR)
FREE
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
223303-03
Th Feb 4-Mar 24
Adults
6-8pm
$65/$75
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
SHAKESPEARE FOR ADULTS
Activity # Date Age Class will study Cymbeline. Near the end of 223301-A1 Th Feb 4-Mar 10 Adults his career Shakespeare produced comedies of reconciliation in which the generational Location Blacksburg Community Center conflicts that lie beneath the surface of many of his earlier plays are resolved in marvelous ways. * Book purchase extra
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
1pm
$5/$10
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
223201-A1 Tu Mar 22 Adults Join art historian Lee Sandstead as he details * Registration requested the development of the American Stained Glass Movement. His photographs will travel from the Location Blacksburg Community Center first Gothic cathedrals in Europe to mausoleums in New York to the churches of Virginia.
2-3pm
FREE
CYMBELINE
“I’M FIRED UP FOR STAINED GLASS” WITH LEE SANDSTEAD
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Activity #
Date
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ACTIVE ADULTS CLASSES FOR EDUCATION AND LEISURE
NEW!
THE POWER OF ART WITH LEE SANDSTEAD
Art historian Lee Sandstead brings his passion for art and art history to the Blacksburg Community Center. What are the stories, artists and ideas behind some of the world’s greatest artistic masterpieces? Class participation is highly encouraged. $20/30 per session or $60/70 for all six sessions. If taking the entire course, please register under activity number 223507-ES.
SESSION #1 “WHY I LOVE ART”
Learn how Lee first experienced art as a young man and how art continually inspires him.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
223507-B1
Tu Jan 26
Adults
1-3pm
Location
SESSION #2 “EGYPT AND GREECE”
Two of the first major civilizations offer radically different notions of art and beauty.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
223507-B2
Tu Feb 2
Adults
1-3pm
Location
SESSION #3 “MEDIEVAL”
From small, Romanesque churches to soaring Gothic Cathedrals, medieval art once dominated Western civilization for 1,100 years.
SESSION #4 “RENAISSANCE AND BAROQUE”
With new philosophies developing at the end of the medieval period, a new art exploded in the West giving us names that live with us to the day: Leonardo, Michelangelo and Raphael.
SESSION #5 “ROCOCO AND NEOCLASSICISM”
The emergence of Rococo and Neo-classical in the seventeenth- and eighteenth-centuries lay the foundation for both fun and revolution in art.
SESSION #6 “IMPRESSIONISM AND MODERNISM”
In 1874, a group of artists organized an exhibition in Paris that launched the movement called Impressionism and changed the art world forever.
Blacksburg Community Center
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
223507-D1
Tu Feb 9
Adults
1-3pm
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
223507-D2
Tu Feb 16
Adults
1-3pm
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
223507-L1
Tu Feb 23
Adults
1-3pm
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
223507-L2
Tu Mar 1
Adults
1-3pm
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
‘Waterlilies and Japanese Bridge’, 1899 (oil on canvas)
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ACTIVE ADULTS CLASSES FOR EDUCATION AND LEISURE FUSED GLASS 101: AN INTRODUCTION TO GLASS FUSING THROUGH ART TILES AND PENDANTS
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
212331-G1
Sa Mar 19-Apr 9
14 & up
1-5:30pm
$55/$65
Covers the basics of glass cutting, edge * All glass supplies included. trimming, glass compatibility, assembly and Location Instructor’s studio, 695A Park St., Christiansburg kiln formed pieces. Students should expect to leave the class with several pendants and two Registration Mar 13 tiles. For more information, email Instructor Deadline Larry Mitchell at drldmm@comcast.net.
FUSED GLASS 201: ART PANELS AND SLUMPING OF DISHES AND BOWLS
Activity #
INTRODUCTION TO ARABIC LANGUAGE AND CULTURE
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202303 – A2
Su Feb 7-28
16 & up
2:30-4:30pm
$45/$55
202303 – A3
Su Mar13 & 20 Apr 3 & 10
16 & up
2:304:30pm
$45/$55
Date
Age
Time
212331-G2 Sa Apr 16-May 7 14 & up 1-5:30pm Assembly and framing of art panels, weaving glass, bending glass over a stainless steel or * All glass supplies included. into a ceramic mold in the kiln. Prerequisite: Instructor’s studio, 695A Park St., Christiansburg Fused Glass 101 or permission of instructor. Location For more information, email Instructor Larry Registration Apr 12 Mitchell at drldmm@comcast.net. Deadline
This course offers a variety of common words, useful conversational phrases, and a glimpse into the vibrant culture of the Arabic-speaking world.
Location
ARABIC LANGUAGE AND MORE
This course offers a variety of common words, useful conversational phrases, and information on the Arabic culture.
$90/$100
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
202303 – L1
M, W Feb 1-Mar 2
18 & up
6-7:30pm
$65/$75
202303 – L2
M, W Mar 14-Apr 13
18 & up
6-7:30pm
$65/$75
Location
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ACTIVE ADULTS CLASSES FOR EDUCATION AND LEISURE
NEW!
SATURDAY CREATIVE WRITING WITH ANDY HOBIN
Classes are taught by a graduate of Virginia Tech’s Master of Fine Arts and will be designed and conducted based primarily on the goals of participants.
SONGWRITING CLASS
Have you ever wanted to write song lyrics and set them to a melody? Join professional musician and song writer, Leslie Brooks, to learn how to put your ideas to music.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
223303-04
Sa Jan 23-Feb 27
Adults
1pm
$45/$55
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Ages
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
212331-W1
M Feb 1-29
14 & up
6-8pm
$50/$60
212331-W2
M Mar 14-Apr 11
14 & up
6-8pm
$50/$60
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
COOKING WITH CONFIDENCE
Chef Ed is back. Three nights of healthy and affordable recipes, with fresh, organic ingredients. There will be opportunities for hands on participation and a light meal. Classes will be held at the Blacksburg Community Center.
SEMINAR #1: CRAB CAKE VARIETIES SEMINAR #2: ONE POT MEALS SEMINAR #3: HOMEMADE PASTA SAUCES
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
212331-C1
M Jan 25, Feb 1, 8
16 & up
6-8pm
$40/$50
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
212331-C2
M Feb 15, 22, 29
16 & up
6-8pm
$40/$50
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
212331-C3
M Mar 7, 14, 21
16 & up
6-8pm
$40/$50
SEMINAR #4: COOKING FOR SMALL NUMBERS (1 OR 2)
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
212331-C4
M Mar 28, Apr 4 & 11
16 & up
6-8pm
$40/$50
SEMINAR #5: VEGETARIAN DELIGHTS
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
212331-C5
M Apr 18, 25, May 2
16 & up
6-8pm
$40/$50
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ACTIVE ADULTS ONGOING BRIDGE AND MAHJONG
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.
Program
Day
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Sanctioned Duplicate ACBL Game
M, W, F
All ages
12:30pm
Donation
Party Bridge
Tu, W, F
All ages
1pm
FREE
Mah Jongg
W
All ages
1pm
FREE
Location
KNITTERS GROUP
Bring your project and learn from others or share your skills. This informal group meets for socialization while knitting. Other varieties of needle work are welcome.
BOOK CLUB
The next best thing to reading a great book is talking about it with friends. All ages are welcome.
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
No registration required
M, W
All ages
10am-noon
FREE
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Date
Book
Time
Fee
No registration required
Activity #
Th Jan 14
“Language of flowers” by Vanessa Diffenbaugh
2pm
FREE
No registration required
Th Feb 11
“Yes Chef” Marcus Amuelson
2pm
FREE
No registration required
Th Mar 10
“Levi’s Will” by Dale Kramer
2pm
FREE
No registration required
Th Apr 14
“Girl Who Fell from the Sky” by Heidi Durrow
2pm
FREE
No registration required
Th May 12
“Where’d You Go, Bernadette” by Maria Semple
2pm
FREE
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
LINE DANCING WITH CASS LONG
Activity # Date Age *Time It’s fun and great exercise. Line dance to a variety of music (50s to current). No partner No Registration 1:30Th All ages needed. No prior dance experience necessary. Required 2:30pm Come join us each Thursday beginning * Beginners are encouraged to come at 1pm. January 7. Location Blacksburg Community Center
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. Registration not required.
Date First, third-fifth Th of each month Second W of each month Location
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Age
Fee (R/NR)
$5/class; pay instructor
Time
Fee
1-4pm
FREE
7-9:30pm
FREE
Adults
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ACTIVE ADULTS ONGOING WRITER’S CLUB
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.
VICAP (VIRGINIA INSURANCE AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAM)
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
No registration required
First Friday of the month
Adult
2pm
FREE
Time
Fee (R/NR)
Location
Activity #
Blacksburg Community Center
*Date
Age
No registration required
An insurance counselor from Agency on Aging TBA 50 & up TBA FREE can educate, counsel, and assist you regarding medical benefit programs, long-term care in- Location Blacksburg Community Center surance, and problems with Medicare, Medicaid, and medical bill paying. * Please contact the NRV Agency on Aging office at 540-980-7720 for appointments and more information.
AARP CHAPTER #2613
AARP has general membership meetings at 11:30am each month. These are usually luncheon meetings with everyone bringing a bagged lunch. Interesting and informative presentations follow. Meetings are open to the public.
ART LOVER’S CLUB
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
No registration required
Tu Jan 19, Feb 16, Mar 15, Apr 19, May 17
All ages
11:30am
FREE
Location
Blacksburg Community Center
Activity # Date Age Join fellow artists or would-be artists for a weekly opportunity to learn and share paintTu Jan 19223201-A3 Adults ing/drawing skills. Artist and instructor, Betty May 24 Moore, will lead the class and provide instruc* Fee includes five two-hour classes. Supplies extra. tion, critique, and future projects. Location Blacksburg Community Center
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Time
*Fee (R/NR)
9:3011:30am
$50/$60
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ACTIVE ADULTS SPECIAL EVENTS CANDY BAR BINGO
Activity # Date Age Travel to Meadowbrook Community Center for a chocolate twist for a Valentine’s Day cel223000-2F Th Feb 18 Adults ebration. Bring two wrapped, full sized candy * Transportation is not provided for this event. bars to be placed in the prize pool and bring a favorite chocolate confection to share. Registration Deadline Feb 12
CLARA’S KITCHEN
Activity #
Clara will be preparing hearty fare for us this season. Sign up for one or both. Space is limited. *Soups and Chili **Lemon Garlic Chicken and Rice **Texas Oven Roasted Beef Brisket
Date
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
1-3pm
FREE
*Meal
Time
Fee (R/NR)
223304-02
Tu Feb 2
*
1pm
$6/$12
223304-04
Tu Apr 5
**
1pm
$6/$12
223304-05
Th May 3
***
1pm
$6/$12
* Meals will be accompanied with sides and dessert. Location
Blacksburg Community Center
ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION
*Fee (R/NR) Activity # Date Age Time Come dressed in green and join us as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with food and bingo. Bus 223000-3D Th Mar 17 50 & up 10:30am-1:30pm $5 will travel to the Christiansburg Parks and Rec* Payable at registration reation Center. Bring $1 in quarters for bingo. Please check in at the Blacksburg Community Center no later Location than 10:15am.
Registration Deadline
WHEEL OF FORTUNE BINGO
NEW!
Enjoy a new twist on an old favorite. Lunch included.
Mar 24
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
223000-4A
Tu Mar 1
Adults
1pm
$2
* Bring $1 in quarters to play bingo. Money used for prizes. Location
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Blacksburg Community Center
April 30-May 6
Sen
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Participate or watch your fellow seniors compete in events including shuffleboard, badminton, golf, bowling, horseshoes, riflery, billiards and much more. Registration forms and more details will be available in early February. Events are supported by Parks and Recreation programs of Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Radford and Wytheville. Hosted by Montgomery County Parks and Recreation
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ACTIVE ADULTS SPECIAL EVENTS LIMA BEAN AUCTION
Let’s travel to Meadowbrook for a fun auction where each participant will bid with lima beans for useful items. Bring a dish to share for the luncheon. Southern Care is the host and will provide the lima beans.
HOBO SOUP BINGO
Let’s travel to Christiansburg Recreation center for a fun event. Bring in soup ingredients for our hobo soup. Ingredients can be vegetables, canned, frozen or dried beans that have been cooked. Bingo will follow.
NEW!
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
223000-3C
Th Mar 24
Adults
10:30am1:30pm
$1
Location
Please check in at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 10:15am.
Registration Deadline
Mar 21
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
223000-1B
Tu Jan 26
50 & up
11:30am2pm
FREE
Location
Please check in at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 11:15am.
Registration Deadline
Jan 19
FIT FOR LIFE, STRONG AND BALANCED!
Activity # Date Age Join Cindy Henderson, PT, ATC, FAFS from Blacksburg Physical Therapy Associates, Inc., 223000-DV Tu Jan 19 Adults for an informative presentation about the many *Free but registration is required. benefits of keeping moving and specific strategies to do this. Location Blacksburg Community Center
! CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL DAY NEW
Let’s travel to Meadowbrook where you’ll celebrate who you are, where you have been, and where you are going. Bingo to follow. Chicken soup and sandwiches served, bring a dish to share.
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Time
*Fee (R/NR)
1pm
*FREE
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
223000-1F
Th Jan 21
Adults
11:30am2:30pm
$1
Location
Please check in at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 11:15am.
Registration Deadline
Jan 19
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ACTIVE ADULTS OUTDOOR DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES OUTDOOR BEGINNING CLASSES
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.
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.
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Activity #
Date
Age
Time
Fee (R/NR)
212230 – D5
Sa Mar 19-Apr 30
16 & up
9:30-10:30am
$55/$65
Location
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)
212230 – D6
Sa Mar 19-Apr 30
16 & up
10:45-11:45am
$55/$65
Location
The first class meets at Shelter 2 at Municipal Park and all remaining classes will meet behind the tennis courts.
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ACTIVE ADULTS TRIPS “COUNTRY ROADS” – WOHLFAHRT HAUS DINNER THEATRE IN WYTHEVILLE
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
223600-A1 W May 18 All ages 11am-6pm $44/$54 A tribute to Country music and its stars of the past and present. This original revue features a *Fee includes transportation, meal and performance. talented cast of singers as well as an incredible Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later live band. Location than 10:45am.
DAY IN MOUNT CRAWFORD
*Fee (R/NR) Activity # Date Age Time Enjoy home cooked buffet at The Village Inn. 223600-5C W Mar 23 Adults 9am-7:30pm $15/$25 Then we’ll visit some favorites - Shenandoah Heritage Family Market for local crafts and *Fee includes transportation only. foods and the Green Valley Book fair for 60Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 90% off retail. Location 8:45am.
“PEACE IN THE VALLEY” – WOHLFAHRT HAUS DINNER THEATRE IN WYTHEVILLE
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
223600-3C W Mar 30 Adults 11am-6pm $44/$54 Join us for this heavenly tribute to the world’s most beloved genre of music. Gospel mu- *Fee includes transportation, meal, and performance. sic transcends the ages and perpetuates faith Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later through song. Performance features the songs Location than 10:45am. you grew up singing and are still singing today.
HANES MALL – WINSTON-SALEM, NC
Beat the winter blues and shop for great seasonal sales at this popular shopping mall.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
123600-J1
W Jan 27
Adults
9am-5:30pm
$12/$22
*Fee includes transportation only. Lunch available on site. Location
EXPLORING NORMAN ROCKWELL WITH ART HISTORIAN LEE SANDSTEAD
Please meet at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 8:45am.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
223600-5A
W Apr 6
Adults
9am-5:30pm
*Fee (R/NR)
$25/$35 Lee is host of the Travel Channel’s Art Attack * Fee includes lecture, transportation, museum ticket and guided tour. Lunch on your own with Lee Sandstead and will give a presentation about Norman Rockwell. Then travel to at the market. Roanoke and enjoy his private tour of the over Presentation at the Blacksburg Community Center. Tour at the 50 works at the Taubman Museum. Location Taubman Museum in Roanoke.
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ACTIVE ADULTS TRIPS MYSTERY DINE OUTS
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 unique destinations in a casual atmosphere.
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
223600-2C
W Feb 3
223600-4C
W Mar 16
Adults
10:15am-2pm
$7/$14
Adults
10:30am-2:30pm
$7/$14
223600-4D
W Apr 20
Adults
10am-2:30pm
$7/$14
* Fees include transportation only. Meal extra. Location
NEW!
GETTYSBURG AND LANCASTER, PA
Escorted trip includes a scenic train ride in Strasburg, performance of “Samson” at the Sight and Sound Theatre, performance of “Chalk Talk-Faith and Forgiveness,” and guided tour of Gettysburg battlefield.
Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 15 minutes prior to departure.
Activity #
Date
Age
Deposit due at registration
*Final payment due by Mar 25
223600-SD (Double)
Apr 25-27
Adults
$100/person
$335/345
223600-SS (Single)
Apr 25-27
Adults
$100/person
$389/$399
* Two nights lodging, three breakfasts, one lunch, three dinners, motor coach transportation, and luggage handling. Full refunds up to 14 days prior to departure, minus all nonrefundable associated purchases.
MYSTERY WINE OUT
Activity # Date Age Time Join us as we travel to a mystery winery location 223600-1C W Apr 13 Adults 10am-4pm for a tasting. Trip will also include a lunch stop but that too is a mystery. * Fee includes transportation, tour, and tasting. Lunch extra. Location
*Fee (R/NR)
$23/$33
Please check in at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 9:45am.
DAY IN STUARTS DRAFT
*Fee (R/NR) Activity # Date Age Time Join us as we travel to a mystery winery 223600-2D Th May 12 Adults 9:30am-6:30pm $13/$23 location Let’s spend a leisurely but full day at some Mennonite specialty stores and others. * Fee includes transportation only. Lunch extra at Sanzone’s Italian Restaurant. Stops include the Cheese Shop, Milmont Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than Greenhouses, Little Debbie outlet, the Antique Location 9:15am. Mall and Miller’s Bake Shoppe.
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ACTIVE ADULTS TRIPS “MENOPAUSE – THE MUSICAL” AT BERGLUND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Activity #
Date
Age
Time
*Fee (R/NR)
223600-3B Tu Mar 8 Adults 6-11pm $60/$70 Four women shopping for lingerie at a Bloomingdale’s sale sing 25 songs about * Fee includes transportation and performance. Food available at arts center. chocolate cravings, hot flashes, loss of memory, Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than nocturnal sweats, and other predicaments. The Location 5:45pm. lyrics parody popular music from the Baby Boomer era.
NEW!
BLACK DOG SALVAGE – ROANOKE
*Fee (R/NR) Activity # Date Age Time Visit this store that specializes in the 223600-1M W Feb 24 Adults 10:30am-4pm $7/$14 reclamation, repurposing and resale of architectural, commercial and industrial * Fee includes transportation. Lunch extra at the Village Grill. elements and fixtures including mantels, doors, Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than windows, period lighting, unique house parts Location 10:15am and much more.
Arbor Day Celebration and Annual Town of Blacksburg Shred-a-Thon Saturday, April 30, 9am-Noon Starting at the tree nursery at 615 Patrick Henry Drive. Planting will be at three sites.
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! Come help make
Blacksburg greener by planting trees on town owned properties. Bring a shovel and get ready to get dirty. Individuals and groups are welcome! Please, no businesses for the Shred-a-Thon For more information call 540-961-1135.
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ACTIVE ADULTS THE DUTCH PANTRY NEW!
TRIPS
*Fee (R/NR) Activity # Date Age Time Mennonite owned and operated in Rural 223600-5B W Jan 20 Adults 10am-2:30pm $9/$18 Retreat. While they prepare lunch for us, shop bulk foods, pottery and gifts, primitive décor, * Fee includes transportation only. Lunch extra. hard to find house wares and much more. Location Meet at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 9:45am.
“MAMA MIA” – BARTER THEATRE
*Fee (R/NR) Activity # Date Age Time A jukebox musical based on the songs of Available at Available at ABBA, one of the most popular international Adults 9:15am-7pm 223600-4B registration registration pop groups of all time. Later released in a film adaptation starring Meryl Streep. * Fee will include transportation and performance. Meal extra at the Heartwood Center.
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.
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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Presort Standard U.S. Postage PAID Blacksburg, VA Permit #35
Community Relations 300 South Main Street Blacksburg, VA 24060
TO: Local Postal Customer
Artists, Musicians, and Performers:
Interested in showcasing your talent in downtown Blacksburg? Come on out and give it a try.
For information about Sidewalk Stage visit www.blacksburg.gov/sidewalkstage, or call 540.961.1199.
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