February 2018 TownTalk and Recreation Guide

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TownTalk February 2018 • Issue One Mayor Mike Boehm

City Administrator Eric Wade

Council Members Ward 1 Joe Karlin Steve Lemons

Ward 3 Dan Roh Corey Hunt

Ward 2 Tom Nolte Bill Nicks

Ward 4 Mandy Stuke Andy Huckaba

Lenexa is an equal housing community City Hall 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday–Friday 913.477.7500 ∙ 17101 W. 87th St. Pkwy.

Police Department 913.477.7300 (non-emergency) 12500 W. 87th St. Pkwy.

Rec Center 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday–Friday; 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday 913.477.7529 ∙ 17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy.

Senior Center 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday–Friday 913.477.7100 ∙ 13425 Walnut St. Fire Department 913.888.6380 (non-emergency) 9620 Pflumm Rd. Municipal Court 913.477.7600 ∙ 12400 W. 87th St. Pkwy.

Legler Barn Museum 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays & Saturdays 14907 W. 87th St. Pkwy.

913.477.7100 for appointments Community Center 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday–Friday 913.477.7100 ∙ 13420 Oak St. Public Market 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday–Thursday; 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday; 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday; 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday ∙ 8750 Penrose Ln. Lenexa TownTalk is published six times a year by the City of Lenexa. Please direct questions or comments to communications@lenexa.com. www.lenexa.com/towntalk

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WE LIKE LENEXA (AND LEGOS): Remember our October TownTalk cover, which featured a child adding blocks to an enormous "I Like Lenexa" sign made of Legos during our LenEXPO celebration?

Staff hung the 181-pound sign this winter near the Kid Zone at the Lenexa Rec Center. Stop by to see this colorful art created by dozens of artists of all ages!

In this issue Meet your new City Council members.....................................3 2018 State of the City Address set for Feb. 21.......................4 Pool passes & aquatics jobs now available.......................4 Lenexa City Administrator receives management award..............4 Staying ahead of the curve on street maintenance......................5 Lenexa receives high marks in community survey......................6 Upcoming events......................................................................8 Check out our history video series.................................................9 Get lawn tips at the Healthy Yards Expo..........................................9 Join the Lenexa Community Orchestra........................................9 Lenexa Farmers Market begins in April......................................10 Now accepting Volunteer Hall of Fame nominations................10 Dispose of large items at Dumpster Days....................................10 Lenexa Public Market welcomes new vendors.............................11 Public Market classes and events.................................................11

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Drop-in activity schedule..........................................................13 Youth Entertainment...................................................................14 Aquatics..................................................................................18 Adult & Active...........................................................................19 Trips & Tours.............................................................................22 55+ Activities............................................................................22 ON THE COVER: Kids were delighted to step into some cool machinery used by our Municipal Services staff and other departments during the touch-a-truck event at LenEXPO in September 2017. Staff is gearing up for a busy season of projects. See page 5 to learn more about our approach to pavement management work.

Sign up for e-newsletters: lenexa.com/enews These icons designate events and programs that have associated content on the I Like Lenexa App. Lenexa.com/ILikeLenexa

Photo by Leigh Mitchell

MEET YOUR NEW CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS

BILL NICKS: Ward 2

DAN ROH: Ward 3

COREY HUNT: Ward 3

Bill Nicks was elected to serve as a Ward 2 council member in 2017.

Dan Roh was appointed to serve as a Ward 3 council member in 2017.

Corey Hunt was elected to serve as a Ward 3 council member in 2017.

Nicks and his wife, Marci, have lived in Lenexa for more than 30 years. They have three children and seven grandchildren, all in the area.

Roh and his wife, Carla Allenstein, have lived in Lenexa for more than 30 years. Roh had a 35-year career with Hallmark and retired in 2015.

During his tenure at Hallmark, he held a variety of management and leadership roles, including director of e-commerce for digital businesses and leader of consumer service for the North America group – consumer service operation.

Hunt and his wife, Amy, grew up in the area, graduating from Shawnee Mission Northwest. They have an adult son.

Nicks served 29 years as Lenexa's first Parks & Recreation Director and retired in 2008. He is currently serving as the Grinter Place site administrator for the Kansas Historical Society. Through his company, HistoryKC.com, he performs four first-person historical re-enactments and conducts historical bus tours to Abilene, Lawrence and around Kansas City.

After serving three years in the U.S. Army, he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Washburn University and a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Kansas.

Nicks has served on the Lenexa Historical Society Board, Kansas Recreation and Parks Association Board, Great American Basketball League Sports Foundation, American Royal Barbecue Committee, Lenexa Convention and Visitors Bureau and Lenexa Vision 2020 steering committee. He has been honored with the Great American Basketball League Sports Foundation "Making a Difference" Award, Great Lenexa BBQ Battle Founders' Trophy and Kansas City Historic Trails Association Outstanding Service Award.

He is currently serving as an assistant to an adjunct professor for the University of Kansas, where he is teaching about procurement and supplier management.

Roh earned his Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln.

He also earned an MBA in the Executive Fellows Program at Rockhurst University.

Roh has been engaged in numerous community activities, including the Learning Exchange Mentoring Program with the Kansas City, Missouri, School District, the Institute of Industrial Engineering, Junior Achievement and managing Little League Baseball and Softball. He has served as a board member and president of the Oak Hill Homeowner's Association in Lenexa.

Following high school, Hunt enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was trained as a search & rescue swimmer/helicopter crew chief. As a senior chief petty officer, Hunt held many leadership positions. He is a combat veteran and served in Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Iraqi Freedom–Philippines. He served 23 years.

After Hunt retired from the Navy in 2010, he moved his family back home to Kansas City. He currently serves as a workforce systems analyst for DST Systems Hunt earned his Bachelor of Science degree in management from Park University and a Master of Science degree in Operations Management from the University of Arkansas while on active duty. He recently completed a Master of Science degree in Instructional Design & Technology from Emporia State University.

Hunt is a member of VFW Lenexa Post 7397, a navy master training specialist, an adjunct professor at Emporia State University, communications chairperson for the Veterans Affinity Group at DST Systems, a half-Ironman finisher and a certified running coach.

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2018 STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS You're invited to join us for Mayor Mike Boehm's 2018 State of the City address during the Lenexa Chamber of Commerce's luncheon on Feb. 21 at the Hyatt Place & Lenexa Conference Center, 8741 Ryckert St. SCHEDULE 11:30 a.m.: Networking 11:50 a.m.: Doors open Noon: Lunch served 12:15 p.m.: Speech begins Lunch is $25 for members; $30 for non-members. You can also listen to the speech for free by reserving your spot ahead of time. To reserve tickets, call the Chamber at 913.888.1414.

You can also follow along on social media during the event and view the text of the speech at Lenexa.com afterward.

2018 AQUATIC SEASON Sign up now for discounted pool passes Outdoor pool passes are now available for the 2018 season.

If you purchase a pass by March 31, 2018, you will receive a 10 percent discount!

Lenexa Rec Center members receive an additional 20 percent discount on outdoor pool passes.

New pool passes must be purchased in person at the Lenexa Community Center, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or the Lenexa Rec Center, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

If you had a pool pass in 2017, you can purchase a renewal online at Lenexa.com/GetActive.

2017 YEAR IN REVIEW Watch your mailbox in late February for the arrival of our 2017 Year in Review. 2017 was a historic year for Lenexa, with the opening of the new civic campus, record economic development and dozens of other exciting accomplishments highlighted in this year's publication!

Photo by Erin Williams

City Administrator Eric Wade receives state award for outstanding local government management Lenexa City Administrator Eric Wade was honored with the Buford Watson, Jr. Award for excellence in Public Management from the Kansas Association of City/County Management during the organization's annual conference in November.

Lenexa City Administrator Eric Wade (left) recently accepted the Buford Watson, Jr. Award for Excellence in Public Management from the Kansas Association of City/ County Management. He is pictured at the KACM annual conference with Mayor Mike Boehm (right).

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The award recognizes an outstanding local government manager who has displayed commitment and dedication to the profession while serving as a role model in dealing with constituents,

valuing customer satisfaction and encouraging new members of the profession.

Wade was appointed as Lenexa's city administrator in 2004 and came to Lenexa with 20 years of public service in the Kansas City region. As city administrator, he is responsible for implementing the policies of the City Council, submitting a budget to the City Council and directing and coordinating the city's departments.

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LENEXA STAYS AHEAD OF THE CURVE ON STREET MAINTENANCE Take a look at the street in front of your home - there's a good chance it's been improved by the City of Lenexa within the last four years. Since 2014, Lenexa has treated 72 percent of residential streets to prolong their life and improve rideability.

Preventative street maintenance consistently ranks as Lenexa residents' top priority in community surveys, and for good reason. Staying on top of road work doesn't just improve the look and rideability of neighborhood streets - it also prevents major costly, disruptive repairs down the road.

"If the condition of the roadway reaches a certain point, it becomes more expensive to maintain and will ultimately need reconstruction," said Lenexa Municipal Services Director Nick Arena. "We try to stay ahead of the curve by applying surface treatments."

Trying out new approaches to street resurfacing has helped us to cover more ground than ever. In recent years, Lenexa has turned to ultra-thin bonded asphalt surface (UBAS) as a go-to treatment for residential streets.

"UBAS has become a viable treatment based on a few factors," Arena said.

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with the mill before the surface treatment is applied, the surface treatment is smooth, and the cost of UBAS is comparable with other treatments we have performed in the past."

UBAS consists of a thin, coarse aggregate mix placed over a special asphalt membrane. It's quick to apply, and you can drive on it soon afterward.

For 2018, we're investing approximately $5 million in pavement maintenance work, including about 600,000 square yards of UBAS work in residential neighborhoods throughout the city.

In addition to new surface treatments in these neighborhoods, deteriorating sidewalks and curbs will also be replaced.

We'll release a map showing where maintenance work is planned at LenexaPavement.com. You can also keep up with which general neighborhoods will see work next by subscribing to Road Construction Alerts at Lenexa.com/Enews.

If you have questions, contact Pavement Management Coordinator Stephen Mustain at smustain@lenexa.com or 913.515.9742.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

PMP Year

I heard that my neighborhood street will receive new surface treatment. When will the street in front of my house be treated?

The contractor will let you know when they'll be ready for your street via door hangers and signs. At this time, you'll want to make sure to keep your vehicle parked off the street.

What do I do if my sprinkler system is damaged during this work?

Our contractor will make repairs to your system. Submit a service request at Lenexa.com/311, and we'll coordinate the repairs at no charge to you.

What should I do if there's a gap between the street and a recently repaired curb?

You may notice a small gap between the gutter and street where the concrete was not fully filled after a repair. This is a normal part of the street treatment process. Within a few weeks, the contractor will return to the area to mill off the top 5/8" to 3/4" of pavement and apply new surface treatment to the top of the street and in the gap next to the gutter.

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Lenexa shines in community survey Residents have once again revealed they are tremendously satisfied with the quality of services, appearance, image and value provided by the City of Lenexa.

Randomly selected residents rated their satisfaction about major services and programs provided by the city. The seven-page survey was administered by ETC Institute during the last two months of 2017. A total of 813 citizens

responded, far exceeding the number needed for statistically valid results.

Results are compared to how Lenexa residents responded in previous years, as well as benchmarked to metropolitan and national data.

"Once again, Lenexa shines when it comes to overall citizen satisfaction," said Chris Tatham, ETC Institute CEO.

A LEADER IN PUBLIC SERVICE: The data below shows the percentage of residents who indicated a satisfaction score of 4 or 5 on a 1 (low) to 5 (high) scale in Lenexa;

94% LENEXA

76% KC METRO

70% U.S.

OVERALL QUALITY OF LOCAL POLICE PROTECTION

80% LENEXA

52% KC METRO

47% U.S.

EFFECTIVENESS OF CITY COMMUNICATION WITH THE PUBLIC

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93% LENEXA

87% KC METRO

83% U.S.

OVERALL QUALITY OF LOCAL FIRE PROTECTION

69% LENEXA

56% KC METRO

51% U.S.

FLOW OF TRAFFIC & CONGESTION MANAGEMENT IN THE CITY

95% LENEXA

70% KC METRO

64% U.S.

CITY PARKS & RECREATION PROGRAMS & FACILITIES

78% LENEXA

56% KC METRO

56% U.S.

CITY STORMWATER RUNOFF & MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

86% LENEXA

48% KC METRO

41% U.S.

OVERALL MAINTENANCE OF CITY STREETS

89% LENEXA

69% KC METRO

58% U.S.

SNOW REMOVAL ON MAJOR CITY STREETS

Lenexa: an excellent place to call home The data below shows the percentage of residents who indicated "excellent" or "good" when asked about their opinions on Lenexa, compared to survey results from the Kansas City metro area and the United States.

"Residents consistently rate Lenexa as an exceptional community, and this year is no exception. When other local governments look for a city who is hitting the mark on all accounts, they often turn to Lenexa."

Analyzed results are part of the city's ongoing strategic planning process. We thank everyone who took time to participate in this important process. Full survey results are available online at Lenexa.com/CitizenSurvey.

compared to survey results from the Kansas City metro area and the United States.

Lenexa as a place to live Lenexa as a place to raise children Lenexa as a place to work Lenexa as a place to retire Quality of life in Lenexa Overall image of Lenexa

94% LENEXA

74% KC METRO

70% U.S.

MAINTENANCE OF CITY PARKS

83% LENEXA

60% KC METRO

59% U.S.

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81% LENEXA

55% KC METRO

47% U.S.

QUALITY OF CUSTOMER SERVICE FROM CITY EMPLOYEES

70% LENEXA

47% KC METRO

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UPCOMING EVENTS Browse jewelry, trunk & art shows • Find a great new career with the City of Lenexa Photo by Bill Harrison

FESTIVALS & EVENTS Cupid's Gems Artisan Jewelry Show

Feb. 3, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Thompson Barn, 11184 Lackman Rd. Browse beautiful jewelry, shop for a Valentine's Day gift or find a new treasure for yourself at this annual jewelry show. This juried event features only one-of-a-kind, handmade jewelry.

Lenexa.com/Cupids

Sunflower Poetry Slam & Open Mic

Feb. 10, 6 p.m., Lenexa City Hall, 17101 W. 87th St. Pkwy.

The list drops at 6 p.m., with open mic beginning at 6:15 p.m. Maximum of five minutes on stage. Slam starts at 7 p.m. with 10 poets competing. Poets should come with three original poems, each less than three minutes. Emceed

by Caroline Ewing. $5 admission.

Lenexa.com/Art

Thompson Trunk Show Photo by Bill Harrison

Mar. 1, 6–9 p.m., Thompson Barn, 11184 Lackman Rd. Enjoy an evening of all things bridal at beautiful Thompson Barn! There will be a variety of vendors for wedding gowns, caterers, tux rentals, flowers and so much more. Don't forget your groom: there will be a groom room where he can enjoy televised sports and yard games to keep him entertained. Lenexa.com/TownTalk.

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PICTURED, FROM TOP: Cupid's Gems Artisan Jewelry Show, City of Lenexa Career Fair, Thompson Trunk Show, HeART of Lenexa Contest

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The Lenexa Arts Council curates rotating 2-D and 3-D art shows at the Lenexa City Hall gallery, highlighting works by area artists. Lenexa.com/Art Gallery Hours: Monday–Thursday: 6 a.m.–9 p.m.; Friday–Saturday: 7 a.m.– 10 p.m.; Sunday: 7 a.m.–7 p.m.

HeART of Lenexa Contest

Jan. 30–Feb. 26, Lenexa City Hall Art Gallery, 17101 W. 87th St. Pkwy.

Artwork inspired by something the artists love about Lenexa. The public is invited to a reception and awards ceremony Feb. 8 from 6–7:30 p.m.

Fractured Fabric Society

Feb. 27–Mar. 26, Lenexa City Hall Art Gallery, 17101 W. 87th St. Pkwy.

Artisan quilts created by a number of different quilters.

Catherine Kirkland paintings

Mar. 27–Apr. 30, Lenexa City Hall Art Gallery, 17101 W. 87th St. Pkwy.

Vibrant pointillist designs by Lenexa artist Catherine Kirkland. The public is invited to a reception April 12 from 6–7:30 p.m.

CAREER FAIRS City of Lenexa Career Fair

Feb. 10, 9 a.m.–noon; Mar. 1, 3–6 p.m., Lenexa City Hall, 17101 W. 87th St. Pkwy.

Speak with employees, learn about current and future job openings and apply for jobs that interest you.

Lenexa.com/Jobs

DEADLINES 2018 Art Scholarship Applications

Due Feb. 15 The Lenexa Arts Council sponsors more than $3,000 annually in scholarships for Lenexa graduating high school seniors. Scholarships are awarded in visual, performing and literary arts.

To be eligible, students must live in Lenexa. Details and applications are available at Lenexa.com/Art

Photos by Chris Stillwell

HEALTHY YARDS EXPO Apr. 7, 9 a.m.–2 p.m., Shawnee Civic Centre, 13817 Johnson Dr. Already plotting your spring lawn and garden projects? Add a trip to the Healthy Yards Expo on April 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Shawnee Civic Centre.

The Healthy Yards Expo connects gardeners to people, vendors and programs that can help them make smart choices for their lawns.

Visitors to the Expo can: • Visit Lenexa's booth to chat with city staff about our Cost Share Program, which provides 75% reimbursement for rain gardens, rain barrels and native plantings.

• Purchase native plants.

• Learn from speakers on topics such as native plants, pollinators, landscaping and vegetables.

• Get personalized gardening advice from experts like K-State Research and Extension Program Master Gardeners and other local plant societies.

• Get a free soil test to help you select the best, safest fertilizers for your lawn.

• Enjoy an hour of kids activities and a show from StoneLion Puppets.

The Healthy Yards Expo is a partnership between Johnson County K-State Research and Extension; the cities of Lenexa, Overland Park, Shawnee and Kansas City, Kan.; and the Johnson County Stormwater Management Program. For additional event details, visit Lenexa.com/TownTalk.

COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA SEEKS VOLUNTEER MUSICIANS Strike up a celebratory tune! After a successful inaugural season in 2017, the Lenexa Community Orchestra will perform its second season of free concerts this summer.

We're looking for volunteer musicians to perform with the orchestra in summer 2018. We strive to be inclusive with a no-audition policy, while ensuring that the ensemble is well-balanced and musicians are at an appropriate skill level. Volunteer opportunities are subject to space and instrumentation.

The conductor will consider musicians' experience and resume when determining final orchestra spots.

Led by conductor Richard Ryan, the orchestra will rehearse four times before each concert. Three concerts will be held starting in June through August.

To apply for a spot in the orchestra, visit Lenexa.com/Volunteer. The rehearsal and concert schedule will be released at Lenexa.com/Art.

Step back in time with Living Lenexa History Take short trip on the Santa Fe Trail, meet Lenexa namesake Na-Nex-Se Black Hoof and visit the original Old Town Lenexa through our new video series, Living Lenexa History.

Each short video explores a term from the history marker just south of the fountain on the new Lenexa civic campus. These historic people,

places and events were selected by the Lenexa Historical Society.

With Lenexa founder Octave Chanute as your guide, you'll discover the unique stories behind the historic figures and happenings that shaped Lenexa.

The series of about 15 videos is available at Lenexa.com/History.

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COMING IN APRIL 2018

LENEXA FARMERS MARKET We're excited to announce that the first day of the Lenexa Farmers Market's inaugural season will be Saturday, April 21, 2018!

The new market will be held on Tuesdays and Saturdays at the Lenexa civic campus.

The north side of the parking garage was fitted with a canopy to accommodate the planned market.

Products for sale will include fruit, vegetables, meat, flowers, soaps, food trucks and more.

Visitors can expect a quality blend of carefully selected vendors based within 250 miles of the market. All products must be farmgrown or crafted by the vendor.

Organizers are planning some fun activities to spice up mornings at the market, including live music, family activities, vendor demos and featured artists.

We'll post more details as they become available at Lenexa.com/FarmersMarket.

HOURS Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noon: April 21–October 26 Tuesdays, 8 a.m. to noon: May 29–August 28

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NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS FOR VOLUNTEER HALL OF FAME Do you know someone who gives unselfishly of their time and energy to make a difference in our community?

Nominate them for Lenexa's Volunteer Hall of Fame!

Honorees will be recognized at an April 2018 City Council meeting. The winners will be announced at a banquet honoring city volunteers who have logged significant hours of service.

We're looking for outstanding individual citizens who make exceptional contributions to our community, whether they live, work or complete their volunteer activities in Lenexa.

Interested in volunteering? We always have openings for residents to participate in a number of community service activities, from helping out at festivals to planting trees and gardening to judging barbecue and chili to assisting with filing records at City Hall. You can sign up for upcoming opportunities at Lenexa.com/Volunteer.

Details and nominating criteria are available at Lenexa.com/Volunteer.

Nominations are due March 9, 2018.

Spring Dumpster Days April 7–8, 8 a.m.–4 p.m., Municipal Services Center Get a jump start on spring cleaning!

Residents can dispose of large items and yard waste during Dumpster Days at the Lenexa Municipal Services Center, 7700 Cottonwood St., from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

April 7–8.

Accepted items include: appliances, ballasts, electronics, furniture, lamps, light fixtures, smoke detectors, tires and yard waste.

Chemicals, commercial or industrial waste, fluorescent tubes, fuel tanks, household trash, liquids, propane bottles and other hazardous waste will not be accepted.

This event is for Lenexa residents only.

You will be asked to show proof of residency. For more information, visit Lenexa.com/TownTalk.

Vehicle load/item

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Car or minivan with seats

$15

SUV or minivan without seats

$20

Small trailer (one axle)

$20

Large trailer (two axles)

$30

Pickup or panel/service van

$30

Large truck (>1 ton or dual wheel)

$40

Appliances containing freon

$35 each

Tires

$10 each

TVs or monitors

$15 each

Residents are also entitled to one free annual bulky item pickup (as required by Lenexa code), which you can schedule by calling your waste hauler.

NEW AT THE MARKET

CLASSES & EVENTS Home Cheesemaking

Learn to make fresh goat cheese at home with no special tools from the third-generation owner of Borgman's Dairy Farm!

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Register and view more classes at: LenexaPublicMarket.com The Kitchen, Lenexa Public Market 8750 Penrose Ln., Lenexa, KS 66219

Red Kitchen Tamales is serving authentic Mexican-style street food. The rotating menu features fan-favorite tamales (on Tuesdays and Saturdays only), as well as burritos, tortas, tacos, soup and more.

NEW SERIES: FOUNDATIONS OF A PLANT-BASED DIET Learn to use veggies, nuts and seasonings to creatively enhance basic raw vegan recipes with holistic health educator Gwyneth Jones.

Sunday Dinner

Get Ready for Spring Cookouts

Learn to prepare a veggie noodle stroganoff with savory, creamy lactose-free mushroom sauce.

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Mix up mushroom walnut burgers with mustard mayo and salad.

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Eating Italiano

We'll prepare a raw vegan lasagna with layers of vegetable, nut cream, marinara sauce and mushroom crumbles.

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Dips, Sauces and Snacks

We'll make pesto magnifico, red pepper dip and a layered appetizer.

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A Tale of Two Risottos

We're preparing porcini kale and cauliflower rice with turnip cream.

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Asian

We'll make Thai kelp noodles with sweet and sour pad Thai.

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Next to Nature Farm has set up shop in a market stall. They offer high-quality honey, beeswax skin care products, beeswax candles, jams and jellies, farm-fresh eggs, seasonal fruit from their pesticidefree orchard, and fresh or canned produce from their garden.

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ABOUT THE MARKET The Lenexa Public Market is a vibrant place where the community can connect around food, and entrepreneurs have an opportunity to launch or grow a business. Operated by the City of Lenexa, the Market features an evolving collection of local food and non-food merchants.

HOURS: Mon.–Thurs.: 6 a.m.–9 p.m.; Fri.: 6 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sat.: 7 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sun.: 7 a.m.–7 p.m.

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Mad Man's KC BBQ opened its restaurant in early January. Stop by to feast on KC-inspired BBQ, smoked Wagyu burgers, liquid nitrogen ice cream and much more for lunch and dinner. The evolving, from-scratch menu features superior quality and unique flavors.

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RECREATION PROGRAM GUIDE

FEBRUARY THROUGH MID-APRIL • 2018

REGISTERING FOR CLASSES & PROGRAMS: To sign up for programs, go to Lenexa.com/Get Active. New users will need to create a household account listing each household member.

All participants need to sign a release from liability form before participating in any program. Children need to have the form signed by a parent or legal guardian prior to attending a class.

CANCELLATION POLICIES: All program cancellations will be determined two business days before the class is scheduled to begin. All registrations are required before the 48-hour deadline.

You'll be notified if a program has been canceled or changed.

If you need to cancel, call at least five business days before the program begins. Refunds only made if cancellation does not affect minimum participant number. There will be a $5 processing fee. Refunds take 3–6 weeks and are not granted after the activity begins. Some senior trips and programs have their own cancellation policies.

Make early strides in your 2018 fitness routine with new running (pg. 20) and walking (pg. 23) programs, or encourage your tween to develop healthy habits through a new drop-in activity (pg. 17).

LENEXA REC CENTER MEMBERSHIP RATES • Core Pass: Access to all Rec Center amenities • Pass: Access to all Rec Center amenities, Group X fitness classes and a 10 percent discount on programs and services REGULAR RATE

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Annual

Monthly

Annual

CORE PASS

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE: Lenexa Parks & Recreation offers scholarships to make recreation memberships and programs more affordable for Lenexa residents. Visit Lenexa.com/Parks or call 913.477.7100 to learn more.

Adult (18–59)

$53

$583

$42

$462

Youth (12–17)

$41

$451

$33

$363

Senior (60+)

$48

$528

$38

$418

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS: The City of Lenexa is committed to making reasonable accommodations for disabled persons, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Requests for accommodations must be made at least 10 business days prior to the activity.

Household*

$88

$968

$70

$770

Plus 1**

$25

$275

$20

$220

Adult (18–59)

$78

$858

$62

$682

Youth (12–17)

$66

$726

$53

$583

Senior (60+)

$73

$803

$58

$638

Household*

$113

$1,243

$90

$990

$30

$330

$25

$275

QUESTIONS? Call 913.477.7100.

COURSE LISTING KEY Activity Numbers Use the #code at the end of each course description to quickly find it at Lenexa.com/GetActive.

Select the right category (Youth, Senior, etc.), then type the code into the Activity Number box.

Days M = Monday T = Tuesday W = Wednesday TH = Thursday F = Friday S = Saturday SU = Sunday = 10% discount for Rec Center X Pass members

Locations AA = Ad Astra Park/Pool BHP = Black Hoof Park CC = Community Center CCP = Craig Crossing Park CH = City Hall EP = Electric Park FRC = Flat Rock Creek IT = Indian Trails Pool MCF = Mill Creek Fields LB = Legler Barn MTP = Matt Taylor Park PM = Lenexa Public Market REC = Lenexa Rec Center SC = Senior Center SKP = Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park TB = Thompson Barn Full addresses at Lenexa.com.

PASS

Plus 1**

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS ARE 12 MONTHS FOR THE PRICE OF 11 *Max of five individuals at same address (ages 3+). **Price is per person added to an adult or senior membership, or for the sixth and up person on a household membership.

• No initiation or application fees. Memberships can be canceled with 30 days’ notice. Scholarships available.

• Kids 2 and under are free for memberships and passes.

• Single Day Pass: access as a Core Pass member. Regular rate is $10; Lenexa resident discount is $8.

• Day Pass Punch Card (10 visits): Core Pass member access.

Regular rate is $90; Lenexa resident discount is $72.

Sign up for Rainout Line to keep up with event, program and facility closures, cancellations and notifications.

Email/text: Rainoutline.com • Phone: 913.477.7170 Free mobile app • Program pages: Lenexa.com/Parks

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DROP-IN ACTIVITIES No registration required for these recurring activities. Just stop by and have fun!

LENEXA COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES $1 UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED / PUNCH CARDS COVER 10 CLASSES

13420 OAK ST. / 913.477.7100

TIME

M

Chair Yoga: Improve breathing capacity, muscle endurance, flexibility and balance. $5 drop-in, $40 punch card. 9:30–10:30 a.m.

•

Gym for Me: Push toys, riding toys, balls, inflatables and more provided. Adult supervision required.

9–11 a.m.

•

Hooked on Books: Feb.: "George Washington's Secret Six" by B. Kilmeade; Mar.: "Eligible" by C. Sittenfield. Free.

1–2 p.m.

T

W

TH

AGES

•

18+

•

5 & under 4th

55+

•

Open Gym (8th grade & under): Parents and guardians welcome. Free.

3:30–5 p.m.

Open Gym (9th grade & over): Parents and guardians welcome. Free.

3:30–5 p.m.

•

Open Gym (Adult): Enjoy a quick game of basketball over your lunch break. Balls provided.

noon–1:30 p.m.

•

Pickleball: A low-impact, high-energy doubles racket sport that blends tennis, badminton and pingpong.

12:30–3:30 p.m.

•

18+

•

55+

9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

•

Pingpong: All equipment provided.

noon–3 p.m.

•

Senior Men's Basketball: Shoot baskets or enjoy a pickup game. Balls provided.

10:30–noon

•

9:30–10:30 a.m.

•

Senior Pep Fitness: Get energized + gain endurance, flexibility and strength. $3.50 drop-in, $30 punch card.

F

•

55+ 50+ 55+

•

55+

Community Center schedule subject to change based on Lenexa Parks & Recreation or private events. Check online schedule at Lenexa.com/GetActive or call 913.477.7100 for updates.

LENEXA REC CENTER FREE FOR MEMBERS / $2 FOR NON-MEMBERS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

17201 W. 87TH ST. PWKY. / 913.477.7529 TIME

M

12:30–3:30 p.m.

•

Card and board games: Play canasta, Skipbo, Upwords, Scrabble, Aggravation and dominos. Free.

9 a.m.–noon

•

Gym for Me: Push toys, riding toys, balls, inflatables and more provided. Adult supervision required.

9–11 a.m.

•

Mahjong: Free.

10 a.m.–noon

•

Pickleball: A low-impact, high-energy doubles racket sport that blends tennis, badminton and pingpong.

5:30–9 p.m.

Bridge: Free.

T

W

•

•

TH •

F

SU

•

55+

•

55+

•

5 & under 55+

•

all ages

11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

•

Pingpong: All equipment provided.

5 a.m.–9 p.m.

•

•

Splash with Me: Adult supervision required. Fee assessed for both child and guardian non-members.

10–11:30 a.m.

•

•

Tween Fitness: A new program for youth fitness! See page 17 for details. *2nd and 4th Sundays.

1–2 p.m.

Walk & Talk at the Rec: A new indoor walking program. See page 23 for details.

9–10 a.m.

Wii Bowling: Free.

1–3 p.m.

•

AGES

•

all ages 16+

•

•

5 & under

•* • •

9–12 55+

•

55+

LENEXA SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES FREE UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED / AGES 55+

TIME Bingo: prizes awarded!

12:15 p.m.

Birthday entertainment

12:15 p.m.

Blood pressure screening

11 a.m.

Bridge: no 2nd Wed. $0.50.

Card and board games

M

T

W TH

F Card and board games

• 2nd 3rd •

12:30–3:30 p.m.

9–11:30 a.m.

13425 WALNUT ST. / 913.477.7100

•

•

•

•

•

TIME

M

T

W

TH

F

12:30–3 p.m.

•

•

•

•

•

•

Monthly Cinema: once a month

12:15 p.m.

Movie Mondays

12:15 p.m.

•

Nintendo Wii Action free play

8 a.m.–4 p.m.

•

Pinochle

1–3:30 p.m.

•

•

•

• •

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Youth Entertainment

MINECRAFT MASTER & SURVIVAL ENGINEERING WITH LEGO (AGES 8–12)

This Minecraft-inspired, LEGO-centric program explores engineering, design, physics and architecture. Build motorized Creepers, moving Minecarts and terrifying Ghasts.

Complete challenges, performance tests and modifications to your projects, and enjoy Play-Well's Minecraft Survival Game. #501404

ARTS/CRAFTS

3/12–3/16

1–4 p.m.

Residents/Rec Center members: $150; non-residents/non-members: $155

REC

ART CLASSES (AGES 6–12)

February: Draw. Create art on various papers and surfaces using easy techniques and exploring different media.

March: Paint. Join a collision of color and master the methods of acrylic and watercolor painting.

April: Sculpt. Use collage, printmaking, sculpture, clay and more messy media to create 2-D and 3-D art. #501201 TH

Feb. 1, 8 and 15

6–7 p.m.

$30

REC

TH

Mar. 1, 8 and 22

6–7 p.m.

$30

REC

TH

Apr. 5, 12 and 19

6–7 p.m.

$30

REC

CAMPS SCHOOL'S OUT CAMP (1ST–EIGHTH GRADERS)

Looking for fun activities for your kids when school is out in the Shawnee Mission and Olathe School Districts?

These full days of fun may include games, sports, outdoor activities, cooking, STEAM and field trips. #501401 2/2, 2/8–9, 2/19–20, 3/9, 3/19, 3/30, 4/2, 4/14

7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

$40/day

REC

SPRING BREAK CAMP: PASSPORT TO WILD (KINDERGARTENERS–AGE 12)

Join us for an action-packed adventure around the world! We'll discover the world's wildlife and the unique adaptations that help animals survive in these places. Kids will swim like a fish and take a trip to the Kansas City Zoo! 10 percent discount for second child. #101401 3/12–3/16 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. $139 residents/Rec Center members; $149 non-residents; or $40/day

REC

KNIGHTS, SUPERHEROES & PRINCESSES! (AGES 3–5)

Superheroes, little princesses and knights in shining armor will have a blast making masks, crowns, shields and a castle out of cardboard and other recyclables! On Friday, enjoy a tea party and superhero performance.

6/18–6/22

Princesses: 8:30–10 a.m., #201402; Superheroes & knights: 10:30 a.m.–noon, #201403

$60 CC

OOPY GOOPY CAMP (AGES 3–5)

Get ready for a wacky week of icky, sticky, silly stuff created by you! Come dressed to get dirty. We will make gak, goop, glop and gump this week. #201409

MINECRAFT ENGINEERING WITH LEGO (AGES 5–7)

Bring Minecraft to life using tens of thousands of LEGO parts! Build engineer-designed projects such as a motorized Creeper, a portal to the Nether and a moving Minecart, and create your favorite Minecraft objects with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. #501403 3/12–3/16 9 a.m.–noon

Residents/Rec Center members: $150; non-residents/non-members: $155

REC

5/21–5/25

9–11 a.m.

$60

CC

CHILDREN'S THEATRE CAMP

Missoula Children's Theatre summer tour shows are open to students entering 1st grade through 12th grade. We'll cast about 50–60 students and up to four assistant directors. A two-hour audition will take place on Monday. #301409 7/9–7/14

10 a.m.–4 p.m.

$80

CC

2018 CAMP SCHEDULE Summer Blast-Off

May 29–June 1 This week is all about getting to know each other and spending our first week of camp doing all the things kids love about summer.

Zombie Basic Training

NEW FOR 2018: Full-day, weeklong, licensed summer camps at the Lenexa Rec Center!

Enjoy a traditional day camp experience with Lenexa Parks & Recreation's new summer camps!

These full-day, licensed camps will include games, team-building activities, contests, hands-on challenges and fun projects. Each week will have multiple swimming trips and a field trip.

Camps will be held from 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. at the new Lenexa Rec Center. Pick and choose the weeks that work for your summer schedule.

These summer camps are open to children up to age 12. Children must have completed kindergarten to participate in our camps.

WEEKLY FEES

$139 for residents or Lenexa Rec Center members $149 for non-residents (Price includes T-shirt and field trip)

REGISTER FOR CAMPS

To sign up your children for summer camps, you must visit the Parks & Recreation Desk at the Lenexa Rec Center between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday– Friday. You can download forms to complete before your visit at Lenexa.com/Camps.

Discover more about our summer camps at Lenexa.com/Camps

June 4–8 Learn survival skills such as stealth, evasion, selfdefense, first aid and map reading while searching for a cure for the zombie scourge.

Sports Galore!

June 11–15 Enjoy swimming adventures and favorite sports including basketball, bowling, tennis and soccer.

Artful Antics

June 18–22 Create masterpieces using a variety of techniques and materials including paint, recycled materials, fabric and more!

Go Ooey, Gooey, Wild!

June 24–29 Come dressed to get dirty. This week will be filled with mud, paint, sand and, of course, slime.

Party in the USA

July 2–3; $70 for residents/members, $80 for non-residents Play Olympic-themed games and historical discoveries this week while learning about the USA.

Full STEAM Ahead

July 16–20 Explore airplane construction, bridge building, structure design and more activities designed to link art to science, technology and math concepts.

Wacky Water Week

July 23–27 Beat the heat with water activities such as water bucket relays, water balloons, water balloon toss, water tag and more.

Sayonara Summer

July 30–Aug. 3 This week will be full of the activities campers love as we say farewell to another amazing summer!

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CLASSES

SPORTS/FITNESS

PRESCHOOL PALS (AGES 3–6)

This preschool program is designed for children to reach developmental milestones needed for success in kindergarten.

An emphasis is placed on nature, music, fitness and the arts, while focusing on development through hands-on learning.

Pick days of the week that work for you. #5011003 Upcoming monthly themes: 2/6–3/1: Community Helpers; 3/6–3/29: Amazing Animals; No class 3/13–3/15.

T/W/TH

Ongoing

9–11 a.m.

$12.50/day

REC

HAPPY FEET SOCCER (AGES 2–5)

This program from KC Legends teaches preschool soccer development through stories, songs and games! Learn social and gross motor skills and creative soccer techniques. #501102 M

2/5–2/26

11:15–11:45 a.m.

$45

CC

M

3/5–3/26

11:15–11:45 a.m.

$45

CC

M

4/2–4/23

11:15–11:45 a.m.

$45

CC

SPORTS LEADERSHIP TRAINING (AGES 13–18) STEM CLUB (AGES 8–12)

Sign up your future engineers, scientists and mathematicians for this club! We will foster inquiring minds, logical reasoning, teamwork and creativity. Each session will have a specific challenge and other inquiry-based STEM activities. #5011006 T

2/6–2/27

4:30–5:30 p.m.

$45

REC

T

3/6–3/27

4:30–5:30 p.m.

$45

REC

T

4/3–4/24

4:30–5:30 p.m.

$45

REC

INTRO TO STEM USING LEGO (AGES 5–7)

Tap into your imagination with tens of thousands of Lego parts! Build engineer-designed projects such as boats, snowmobiles, catapults and merry-go-rounds, then use special pieces to create your own unique design, all with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. #5011004 T

2/13–3/6

6–7:30 p.m.

$84

REC

T

3/27–4/17

6–7:30 p.m.

$84

REC

George Sallas, a retired athletic director and coach of many sports at the high school level, will teach leadership traits to prepare teens for spring sports and prepare them physically for the upcoming season. All equipment provided. #501127 T/TH

2/6–3/1

4:30–5:30 p.m.

$45

CC

ADAPTIVE PICKLEBALL (AGES 7–12)

Practice pickleball skills in a friendly learning environment with children of all abilities! Activities and games will be modified to fit every participant's needs. Adaptive equipment will be provided. Students just need to wear appropriate athletic clothing/shoes. #101129 T

2/27–4/3

6–7 p.m.

$40

REC

STEM CHALLENGE USING LEGO (AGES 8–12)

Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as catapults, pneumatic cranes, bridges and Battletracks!

An experienced Play-Well instructor will challenge kids to engineer at the next level using thousands of Legos. #5011005 TH

2/15–3/8

6–7:30 p.m.

$84

REC

TH

3/29–4/19

6–7:30 p.m.

$84

REC

START SMART TENNIS (AGES 5–7)

Start Smart Tennis is designed to teach kids the fundamentals of the sport of tennis, including backhand, forehand and volleying, with a progressive lesson plan. #501124 T

3/6–4/10

5:30–6:15 p.m.

$30

CC

LENEXA.COM/GETACTIVE • RECREATION PROGRAM GUIDE • 17 YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS (AGES 6–13)

Whether your child is new to the sport or working to improve their play, these group tennis lessons with PTRcertified instructor Dan Wellington can take them to the next level. It is recommended that participants bring their own rackets. All other equipment provided. #501110 W

3/7–4/25

5:30–6:30 p.m.

$119

CC

SHINING STARS DANCE (AGES 3+)

Learn a variety of dance styles with Miss Tauna, build selfconfidence and respect for self and others and improve coordination of mind and body. $44/month for unlimited classes in child’s age range. Receive 10 percent off each additional sibling. #501106

AGES 3–5 M

5:30–6:30 p.m.

Combo

Fees above

REC

W

9:30–10:30 a.m., 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Combo

Fees above

REC

S

9–10 a.m.

Combo

Fees above

REC

M

6:30–7:30 p.m.

Combo

Fees above

REC

W

5:30–6:30 p.m.

Combo

Fees above

REC

S

10–11 a.m.

Combo

Fees above

REC

AGES 6–9

AGES 10–15

YOUTH ULTIMATE FRISBEE (AGES 9–13)

This field sport combines elements of soccer, basketball and football. The first week will be a scrimmage, followed by a draft and seven weeks of league play. An open skills session will be held before most games. All equipment, including regulation disc, provided. Cleats recommended. #301117 W

3/28–5/16

6–7:30 p.m.

$50

EP

TOT SOCCER LEAGUE (AGES 3–6)

M

7:30–8:30 p.m.

Musical Theatre Dance

Fees above

REC

T

7–7:45 p.m.

Ballet & Pointe

Fees above

REC

T

7:45 –8:30 p.m.

Tap & Jazz

Fees above

REC

W

6:30–7:30 p.m.

Leaps, Turns & Conditioning

Fees above

REC

S

11 a.m.–noon

Tap & Jazz

Fees above

REC

Introduce your child to this popular sport through a fun 3 v.

3 soccer league. Teams of five or six kids are led by parent volunteer coaches. Each 25-minute practice is followed by a 26-minute game. All equipment is provided along with a team jersey to keep. Cleats are optional. #201111 Volunteer coaches needed: Parents who coach will receive 20 percent off their child(ren)'s registration fees. Contact Jeremy Reimer at jreimer@lenexa.com to sign up.

S

3/31–5/19

Ages 3–4: 9–9:50 a.m.

$65

MCF

S

3/31–5/19

Ages 5–6: 10–10:50 a.m.

$65

MCF

KARATE (AGES 5–15)

Progress through karate ranks in Shindo Jinen Ryu, a traditional Japanese karate style, by refining basic techniques, working on self-defense and learning competition-style kata. Additional fees for uniform and up to two tests per year. Unlimited classes for $55/month. Receive 10 percent off each additional sibling. #501113 W

Ongoing Beginner: 5:30 p.m.; Intermediate: 6:30 p.m. Fees above

TH/F Ongoing S

Ongoing

All levels: 6:30 p.m.

Beginner: 9 a.m.; Intermediate: 10 a.m.

Fees above

REC REC

Fees above REC

TWEEN FITNESS (AGES 9–11)

As kids grow older, they usually reduce outdoor play activities and often exercise less and less as they age. To counter this trend, we're offering a drop-in program for tweens to get active in a friendly, fun environment! #501130 SU (2nd & 4th)

Ongoing

1–1:45 p.m.

$2/free for members

JOHNSON COUNTY TRACK AND FIELD MEET

REC

Run, jump and throw at this free, exciting drop-in meet! Compete Saturday, Apr. 28 from 9–11 a.m. at Shawnee Mission Northwest High School. Ages 6–14.

See Lenexa.com/GetActive (#201116) for details.

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Aquatics

STARFISH STROKE SCHOOL™ (AGES 6–12)

Students refine freestyle and learn stroke technique for backstroke, butterfly, breaststroke and more. #504605 T/TH

3/6–3/39

7:40–8:20 p.m.

$55; members $50

REC

S

1/6–2/24

8:40–9:20 a.m.

$55; members $50

REC

T/TH

4/3–4/26

7:40–8:20 p.m.

$55; members $50

REC

SPORT CONDITIONING (AGES 10–17) COMING SOON: Swim lesson changes Lenexa Aquatics staff are planning a new and improved structure for swim lessons based on your feedback! To make this transition as smooth as possible, we will introduce the new structure in May for both indoor and outdoor lessons.

STARBABIES™/STARTOTS™ (AGES 6 MONTHS–3 YEARS)

This class is designed to foster in very young children a high comfort level in the water while training parents/caregivers in water safety and drowning prevention. #504601 T/TH 3/6–3/29 9–9:30 a.m. or 6:10–6:40 p.m. $55; members: $50 REC S

3/3–4/28 8:50–9:20 a.m. or 9:30–10 a.m. $55; members: $50 REC

This class is perfect for the tween or teen who wants to condition during the offseason or to supplement their current training. Classes will consist of a warmup, interval training, modified weights for the water and a cool-down. #504608 M/W/S

3/3–3/28

7–8 p.m. (M/W); 9:30–10:30 a.m. (S)

$55; members $50

REC

M/W/S

4/2–4/28

7–8 p.m. (M/W); 9:30–10:30 a.m. (S)

$55; members $50

REC

SWIM & STROKE TEEN AND ADULT (AGES 13+)

Whether you're new to swimming or looking for a refresher course, these lessons are intended to increase confidence and comfort in the water while teaching basics such as submersion, front and back float and freestyle. #504606 S

3/3–4/28

8:40–9:20 a.m.

$55; members $50

REC

T/TH 4/3–4/26 9–9:30 a.m. or 6:10–6:40 p.m. $55; members: $50 REC

STARFISH SWIM SCHOOL®

Students work toward the development of five core swimming competencies and receive awards for each achievement.

They progress at individual rates with the opportunity to learn core skills and move on to advanced strokes. #504602

AGES 3–4½ T/TH 3/6–3/29 S

6:50–7:20 p.m.

$55; members $50 REC

3/3–4/28 8:50–9:20 a.m. or 9:30–10 a.m. $55; members $50 REC

T/TH 4/5–4/26

6:50–7:20 p.m.

$55; members $50 REC

3/6–3/29

9:40–10:10 a.m. or 10:20–10:50 a.m.

$55; members $50 REC

T/TH 4/3–4/26

9:40–10:10 a.m. or 10:20–10:50 a.m.

$55; members $50 REC

AGES 3–5 T/TH

Photo by Lauren Metzler

LIFEGUARD TRAINING

Learn to prevent and respond quickly to aquatic and landbased emergencies. StarGuard certification is earned after successful, complete performance and written assessments, and successful hiring and orientation. You will need to complete online and in-person sections. Approximate time: 27 hours. Free for City of Lenexa applicants. Details at Lenexa.com/GetActive. #504602 • 2/26, 2/28, 3/3, 3/4

AGES 4½–5

• 3/26, 3/28, 3/31, 4/1

T/TH

3/6–3/29

6:10–6:40 p.m.

$55; members $50 REC

S

3/3–4/28

10:10–10:40 a.m. or 10:20–10:50 a.m.

$55; members $50 REC

T/TH

4/3–4/26

6:10–6:40 p.m.

$55; members $50 REC

LOOKING FOR A GREAT PART-TIME JOB? We're hiring lifeguards for our indoor and outdoor pools. Apply at Lenexa.com/Jobs.

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Adult and Active ARTS/CRAFTS CREATIVE JOURNALING (AGES 16+)

Combine your calendar, to-do lists, diary and sketchpad into one visually inspiring, unique book. We'll demonstrate organizational methods, journal prompts and ways to decorate pages with creative layouts, drawing and collage embellishing techniques. Journal, supplies included. #502210 W

2/7–2/21

7–9 p.m.

$55

REC

W

3/7–3/21

7–9 p.m.

$55

REC

Photo by Bill Harrison

FACE PAINTING CLASSES (AGES 16+)

Learn to create fun and fanciful painted face designs. In Session I, learn about makeup, tools and how to plan a design, then practice simple designs. In Session II, learn how to paint on a face, more advanced designs and tools and tricks, and try using glitter and tattoos. After completing both sessions, practice on some friendly faces at the Rec Center. Basic face painting kit included in Session I fee. #502207

DESIGN AND UN-WINED (AGES 21+)

W, F

I: Intro to Face Painting: 4/4, 4/6

7–9 p.m.

$55

CC

W, F

II: Advanced Face Painting: 4/11, 4/13

7–9 p.m.

$45

CC

Bring your friends and grab a glass of beer or wine at the Lenexa Public Market to enjoy while you paint together.

We'll provide instruction and materials for a canvas painting. #502204 F

2/16: Love birds painting

7–9 p.m.

$30

PM

F

3/23: Paint your pet

7–9 p.m.

$30

PM

NATURE/OUTDOORS

COFFEE, WALK AND TALK FUNDAMENTALS OF PHOTOGRAPHY (AGES 16+)

Bring your digital or film camera and capture the fundamental principles of photography. This course will cover technical topics like camera and lens settings, artistic principles such as how to compose a scene and light a subject and practical skills like taking family portraits and pictures of wildlife. #502206 TH

3/1–3/22

6–7:30 p.m.

$49

CC

Walk about 2 miles on local trails at a leisurely pace, then enjoy a cup of coffee at a local coffee shop. #503301 T

February: Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park (gazebo)

9 a.m.

Free, plus cost of coffee

T

March: Shawnee Mission Park (NW corner of the lake)

9 a.m.

Free, plus cost of coffee

T

April: Gary Haller Trail (Midland Access)

9 a.m.

Free, plus cost of coffee

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SPORTS/FITNESS CARDIO CORE

Work core muscle groups while stretching and toning with easy-to-follow, low-impact moves for all fitness levels.

Bands and light weights are used. Join any time. Try first class free! #502101 T/TH

Ongoing

6–7 p.m.

$40/10-class card

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KARATE (AGES 16+)

Move through the karate ranks in Shindo Jinen Ryu, a traditional Japanese karate style. Refine basic techniques, work on self-defense and learn competition-style kata.

Unlimited classes for $55/month. Additional fees for uniform and up to two tests per year. #502113 W

Ongoing

Beginner: 5:30–6:30 p.m.

Intermediate: 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Fees above

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Ongoing

All levels: 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Fees above

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Ongoing

Beginner: 9–10 a.m.

Intermediate: 10–11 a.m.

Fees above

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COUCH TO 5K

Are you new to running, or getting back into running after a break? This program will give you a strategy to get you to the finish line. Program participants receive two small group running/coaching sessions each week to keep them motivated and accountable. #502123 M/W

2/5–3/14

6–7 p.m.

$100

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SHINING STARS ADULT TAP (AGES 15+)

Tap dancing is a lively, entertaining dance form that can help you increase strength, flexibility and coordination while lowering stress. All levels welcome. Wear comfortable attire. Unlimited classes for $44/month. #502112 T/TH

Ongoing

11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Fees above

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Ongoing

7:30–8:30 p.m.

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OLD TOWN THROWDOWN PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT (AGES 50+)

Join us for the inaugural Old Town Throwdown, a doubles tournament with men's and women's divisions. List your teammate during the registration process. The top three finishers in each division will receive a prize. A concession stand will be available for lunch. #502121 F

2/16

9 a.m.–5 p.m.

$25/player

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ADULT PICKLEBALL LEAGUE – DOUBLES

Come see why pickleball is such a big "dill" in this league!

Games will be self-officiated. At the end of the 10-week league, the doubles team with the most wins will receive a championship T-shirt. Register as a team. #502118 TH

YOGA ESSENTIALS WITH ANGELA SCHAFFER

This course begins with core conditioning, followed by a basic flow, moving from one pose to the next with rhythmic breathing, then incorporates work in postures which are held for attention to alignment and awareness.

Please bring your yoga mat. Sign up any time. #502104 M/TH

Ongoing

7:15–8:15 p.m.

$12/class

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3/1–5/10

6–9 p.m.

$90/team

LOVE TO PLAY PICKLEBALL? Check out the drop-in schedule on page 13 to see when you can stop by the Lenexa Rec Center or Lenexa Community Center to play a few matches.

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INVERTED INDOOR TRIATHLON

Looking for a unique indoor challenge to prepare you for summer races? In the inaugural Inverted Indoor Triathlon each participant will complete a 15-minute run, a 15-minute cycle session and a 15-minute swim. The total distance of each leg of the race will determine your overall ranking. There are six categories: Men's & Women's 18–35, Men's & Women's 36–49 and Men's & Women's 50 and older. You will receive your estimated start time prior to the event. #502125 SU

3/4

7–11 a.m.

$30

POWER LIFTING TRAINING & COMPETITION

Designed for power lifting beginners, this program will include function/form training, max rep testing and three workouts to do on your own between sessions. You will perform squat, bench and dead lifts, competing for the greatest percentage of weight lifted from the start to the end of the session.

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3/19–4/23

6–7 p.m.

GROUP FITNESS

The inaugural Rec Center Rumble will feature doubles men's and women's divisions. List your teammate during the registration process. The top three finishers in each division will receive an award. A concession stand will be available for lunch. A short pre-tournament meeting will begin at 7:30 a.m., followed by games at 8 a.m. #502124 3/11

8 a.m.–6 p.m.

$40/team

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REC CENTER RUMBLE – PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT (AGES 18+)

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$100

Lenexa Rec Center staff regularly adapt our drop-in Group X fitness class schedule to met the needs of our members and create a dynamic, engaging blend of more than 80 classes per week! Current Group X Fitness classes include:

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Aqua Toning / Aqua Zumba® / Barbell Strength / Barre Fitness / BOSU® Balance Training / Boot Camp / Cardio Sculpt / Core Strength / Chair Yoga / Current Fitness / Cycle / Cycle Intervals / Deep Water Aqua Aerobics / Fit & Flexible / Intro to AMRAP / Intro to Cycle / Kickboxing / Nidra Yoga / POUND® / Restorative Yoga / Senior Fitness / Strengthen & Stretch / Strong by Zumba® / TRX® Basics / TRX® Circuit / Vinyasa Yoga / WERQ® Dance Fitness / Yoga Basics / Zumba® / Zumba® Gold

LTD ADULT MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE

This league will have competitive and recreational divisions. Register and compete as a team in the competitive division, or register as a free agent for the recreational division. You may request additional free agents to compete with. Fee includes jersey. #502108 F

3/16–5/11

6–10 p.m.

$65/free agent; $350/team

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X PASS MEMBER

Group X classes included

CORE PASS MEMBER

Individual classes: $6 / 10-class punch card: $45 / 20-class punch card: $90

NONMEMBER

$8 resident discount / $10 regular rate (includes one class; additional classes: $8 each)

CURRENT CLASS SCHEDULE AT LENEXA.COM/GROUPX

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Trips & Tours To register for trips: call 913.477.7100.

ALL ABOUT IKE – ABILENE, KS

Brush up on your history and learn all about Ike! Highlights of this trip include "Ike" step-on guide throughout the trip, tour of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Museum and Library and family-style country-fried chicken at Abilene's famous Brookville Hotel. #405206 3/10

7 a.m.–5 p.m.

$95

Register by 2/9

NEW THEATRE RESTAURANT: "BAREFOOT IN THE PARK"

Enjoy a noon matinee performance of Neil Simon's "Barefoot in the Park," a celebration of marriage and life lessons on staying married starring Cindy Williams and Eddie Mekka from "Laverne & Shirley." #505201 3/24

11:45 a.m.–3 p.m. $38/$43 w/transportation

Register by 2/22

PRAIRIE BAND CASINO – MAYETTA, KS

Grab your lucky shoes and enjoy four hours of gaming with $10 of playing money and a $10 food voucher!

Don't forget your government-issued photo ID. #305801 3/28

9 a.m.–5 p.m.

$22

Register by 2/28

WARM SPRINGS CLYDESDALES – BOONEVILLE, MO

Visit gentle giants on a guided to tour of Warm Springs Ranch, home to the Anheuser Busch Clydesdales, before visiting the Hospitality Barn for beverages. We'll also stop

by Columbia for lunch at Shakespeare's Pizza, a tour of the Shelter Gardens and sweets at Russell Stover. #205902 5/15

7:20 a.m.–6:10 p.m.

$78

Register by 4/2

OZARK MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS – BRANSON, MO

There's nothing more merry than visiting the Ozarks during the holiday season! Highlights of this trip include Dixie Stampede dinner show, Daniel O'Donnell's holiday show, lunch at Mel's Hard Luck Diner and a performance of "Samson" at Sight & Sound Theatre. #405202 11/6–8 7:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m. $551 single/$448 pp double Register by 8/3

Senior Activities SPECIAL ACTIVITIES SENIOR POTLUCK: ST. PATRICK'S DAY THEME

Enjoy great food, fellowship and fun games! Bring a dish to share for 12–15 people. Drinks provided. Call 913.477.7100 to register. #503403 S

QUALITY HILL PLAYHOUSE: "BILLBOARD BLOCKBUSTERS"

The cabaret revue of "Billboard Blockbusters" features chart-topping songs from the 1930s to 1950s. Prior to the show, we will enjoy a delightful lunch (included) at The Majestic Hotel adjacent to the theater. #405201 4/26

9:15 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

$83

Register by 3/23

KANSAS CITY BALLET: "PETER PAN"

We're off to Neverland with Wendy and Peter! This ballet is only showing at the Kauffman Center for two weeks, but we got seats for opening night. We'll have a delicious catered dinner at Sylvester Powell, Jr., Community Center, then it's off to the show in style. #505021 5/11

4:25–11 p.m.

$110

Register by 4/8

3/17

4–7 p.m.

$1/person

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SENIOR PARTIES

Wear themed attire and bring treats to share! Registration not required. If you would like to have lunch prior to the party, see page 23 for reservation details. #503404 T

Valentine's party: 2/13

12:15–2:30 p.m.

Free

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St. Patrick's Day party: 3/15

12:15–2:30 p.m.

Free

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TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY)

Interested in losing weight? TOPS offers weekly meetings with private weigh-in, and group support with contests and recognition. A TOPS eating plan will be available along with healthy recipes and weight tracking. #403109 W

Ongoing

10 a.m.

$37 annual fee

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SENIOR CLASSES To register for senior classes: call 913.477.7100 or visit Lenexa.com/GetActive.

CREATIVE NEEDLEPOINT

Learn to create perfect backgrounds for stitching projects such as decorative pillows, coin purses and basic pictures using a variety of stitches. Trace an outline of your design, give large areas texture and fill in backgrounds with larger and more interesting stitches. #103108 F

2/2–2/23

10–11:30 a.m.

$26

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3/2–3/30

10–11:30 p.m.

$26

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Winston Churchill had a war to win on many fronts, and just how he did it remained largely a secret for 70 years.

We'll examine the tactics used by Churchill and his team to confound and defeat the enemy, the alleged treasonous actions of the Windsors, secret British peace negotiations and the British code-breaking operation. Finally, we'll watch a commando raid first from the public point of view and then with inside information. Presented by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Kansas. #303100 Residents can register online at Lenexa.com/GetActive or by calling 913.477.7100. Non-residents can register online at Osher.KU.edu or by calling 785.864.5832.

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3/7–3/21

6:30–8:30 p.m. Residents $12/Nonresidents $50

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SOLVING THE MEDICARE PUZZLE

Learn what's covered under Medicare Parts A, B and D, how to supplement coverage, and timelines for enrollment from Chris Goodwin of Insurance Pros. #5031003 T

2/20, 3/6

6:30–7:30 p.m.

Free

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THE IMPORTANCE OF ADVANCE DIRECTIVES

Lakeview Village Home Health will discuss the difference between durable power of attorney for health care decisions and financial decisions and explain the purpose of a living will. #5031014 TH

2/22

10–11 a.m.

Free

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GEARING UP FOR GARDENING

Lakeview Village's wellness coach will demonstrate the importance of stretching to prevent injury while gardening, and provide techniques to protect the back and other parts of the body from injury while working in the garden. #5031014 TH

3/29

10–11 a.m.

Free

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FITNESS/SPORTS MODEL AIRPLANE CLASS

Did you ever make model airplanes as a kid? If so, or even if you’ve never had any experience, come and learn how to fly again! Bring a friend or a grandchild, or come by yourself and enjoy reviving or starting a new hobby. #403100 SU

3/4, 3/18, 4/8, 4/22

4–6 p.m.

$40

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JOHNSON COUNTY NUTRITION LUNCHES Hot meals are available for all senior citizens 60+. Call 913.888.6141 between 9 and 10 a.m. 24 hours in advance to reserve your meal.

Lenexa Senior Center, 11:30 a.m. M–F

Photo by Ted Semadeni

WALK & TALK AT THE REC

Stay warm walking on the indoor track at the Lenexa Rec Center and while enjoying scenic views of City Center.

The group will walk about 2 miles at their own pace while building friendships. #503101 F

Ongoing

9–10 a.m.

$2/Free for members

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