Youth
Youth Volleyball Registration
(Grades: 3-12)
Fall indoor volleyball leagues are available for youth players with a focus on fundamentals, fun and sportsmanship. Boys and girls compete together. Teams are determined by a blind draft conducted by the Parks & Rec. office. A tournament closes out the season in mid-December. Volunteer coaches are needed.
SWCSD Sites
$70 (NR: $75)
Register during August. • Teams practice/play weekday evenings
P.A.R.K. Before School
(Grades: K-4)
Before-school P.A.R.K. creates a safe, fun environment in the morning hours before school starts for students of Buckeye Woods, Highland Park, J.C. Sommer, Monterey and Richard Avenue elementaries. The monthly tuition fee includes breakfast and supervised recreational activities. This program meets every day the SWCSD is in session. Transportation to the child’s home school is provided by the SWCSD Transportation Department; J.C. Sommer elementary students walk to school with P.A.R.K. staff.
School Year • Days: Mon.-Fri. Kingston Center
$30 registration fee; monthly payments of $125
Begins: Aug. 21 • 6-8 a.m.
P.A.R.K. After School (Grades: K-4)
Programmed After-school Recreation for Kids provides a safe, secure, enriching and affordable environment after school with daily activities for children in kindergarten through grade four staffed by qualified childcare providers in the school gymnasiums and playgrounds every day SWCSD is
in session. The program is designed for, but not limited to, children of working parents. P.A.R.K. provides planned cooperative games, outrageous play, fitness, indoor and outdoor activities, free art, special interest and free-choice activities and much more.
School Year • Days: Mon.-Fri.
Buckeye Woods, Highland Park, J.C. Sommer, Monterey & Richard Ave. Elementaries
$30 registration fee; monthly payments of $215
Begins: Aug. 21 • 2:30-6 p.m.
Karate: Peewee Beginner (Ages: 4-7)
Learn basic movements, the martial arts philosophy and the importance of concentration and confidence.
Wks: 6 • Day: Mon.
Kingston Center $45 (NR: $50)
Begins: July 31 • 5-5:30 p.m. No class: Sep. 4
Wks: 6 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center $45 (NR: $50)
Begins: Aug. 2 • 5-5:30 p.m.
Karate: Peewee Advanced (Ages: 4-7)
Build on the basics of karate with movement drills, kata (form) and noncontact sparring with added emphasis on concentration, confidence and the martial arts philosophy.
Wks: 6 • Day: Mon.
Kingston Center $45 (NR: $50)
Begins: July 31 • 5:30-6 p.m.
Wks: 6 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center $45 (NR: $50)
Begins: Aug. 2 • 5:30-6 p.m.
Miss
Karate: Beginner (Ages: 8+)
Learn basic movements, the martial arts philosophy and the importance of concentration and confidence.
Wks: 6 • Day: Mon.
Kingston Center $60 (NR: $65)
Begins: July 31 • 6-7 p.m. No class: Sep. 4
Wks: 6 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center $60 (NR: $65)
Begins: Aug. 2 • 6-7 p.m.
Karate: Advanced (Ages: 8+)
Build on the basics of karate with movement drills, data (form) and noncontact sparring with added emphasis on concentration, confidence and the martial arts philosophy.
Wks: 6 • Day: Mon.
Kingston Center
$60 (NR: $65)
Begins: July 31 • 7-8 p.m. No class: Sep. 4
Wks: 6 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center
$60 (NR: $65)
Begins: Aug. 2 • 7-8 p.m.
Acrylic Painting (Ages: 6-12)
Learn the basics of painting with acrylics on canvas using high quality materials found in an art studio. Take home a completed artwork each class. All supplies provided. Dress to get messy/wear a smock.
Wks: 5 • Day: Thu.
Kingston Center
$80 (NR: $90)
Begins: Aug. 3 • 4:30-6 p.m.
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Registration Online and office registration begins Mon., July 17 P.A.R.K. programs are popular! Call 614-277-3050 to ensure availability before attempting to register.
the Activity Number? Registration in the new software system no longer requires a number. Use the class name to sign up online at bit.ly/gcpReg or in person at Kingston or Evans Centers.
LEGO Robot BattleBot Fun (Ages: 5-12)
Love Robot Wars? Love LEGOs? Learn all you need to know to put together a winning BattleBots, then build LEGO Robots to compete in a BattleBot championship to win prizes. No experience necessary. Snack provided. Instructor: Gail Vawter.
Wks: 1 • Day: Sat.
Kingston Center
$48 (NR: $53)
Sep. 23 • 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Button Flowers (Ages: 5-10)
Have a whole lot of fun turning boring, old buttons into beautiful flowers.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center
$17 (NR: $19)
Aug. 2 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Sea Turtles (Ages: 5-10)
Come out of your shell! Join other fans of these fascinating animals to create seashell and sea-glass turtles and much more.
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu.
Kingston Center $17 (NR: $19)
Aug. 3 • 6-7 p.m.
Lighthouse (Ages: 5-10)
Be a beacon of fun! Come light up the water and make lighthouse crafts.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center
$17 (NR: $19)
Aug. 9 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Happy Bees (Ages: 5-10)
Do you buzz with excitement at the thought of these charming pollinators? Turn into a bee and make bee flower pots, wind chimes and more.
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu.
Kingston Center
$17 (NR: $19)
Aug. 10 • 6-7 p.m.
Let Your Light Shine (Ages: 5-10)
Come shine your light! Make firefly crafts that glow in the dark just like lightning bugs.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center $17 (NR: $19)
Aug. 16 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
First Day of School (Ages: 5-10)
Class is in! Make your own first-day poster, picture frame and more to celebrate the start of a new school year.
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu.
Kingston Center $17 (NR: $19)
Aug. 17 • 6-7 p.m.
Dog Treat Cookie Jar
(Ages: 6-9)
Store your dog’s treats in a container made by you from terra cotta pots painted in your pup’s favorite color. Dress to get messy. Instructor: Gloria Hartung.
Wks: 1 • Day: Tue.
Gantz Farmhouse
$15 (NR: $20)
Aug. 22 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Travel to Space
(Ages: 5-10)
Have a blast! Take a trip to space and design your own rocket, planets and astronaut suit.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center
$17 (NR: $19)
Aug. 23 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Fairy House Night Light
(Ages: 6-9)
Construct a night light that will look like a fairy house. A LED tea candle provides the light. Instructor: Gloria Hartung.
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu.
Gantz Farmhouse
$10 (NR: $15)
Sep. 7 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Sunflowers
(Ages: 5-10)
Celebrate the last days of summer with crafts based on the bloom that best symbolizes the season: sunflowers!
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu.
Kingston Center
$17 (NR: $19)
Aug. 24 • 6-7 p.m.
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Labor Day Slime
(Ages: 5-10)
Put your hands to work making colorful slime to honor Labor Day!
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center
$17 (NR: $19)
Aug. 30 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Goodbye, Summer; Hello, Fall (Ages: 5-10)
Say goodbye to summer and hello to fall by creating a gnome with fall leaves. Make delicious, edible crafts like apple pie and harvest trail mix.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center
$17 (NR: $19)
Sep. 6 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Trip to the Fair (Ages: 5-10)
Come right up and try your hand at making fair-food crafts that look like caramel apples and popcorn. Whip up some cotton candy slime too!
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu.
Kingston Center
$17 (NR: $19)
Sep. 7 • 6-7 p.m.
Fall Fun with Apples (Ages: 5-10)
Pick this class if you love this crisp, tasty fruit. Stamp apples and make your own apple Mason jar.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center
$17 (NR: $19)
Sep. 13 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Pickles (Ages: 6-9)
Make a jar of refrigerator dill and sweet pickles using fresh ingredients in a class that emphasizes safe knife-handling skills. Instructor: Gloria Hartung.
Wks: 1 • Day: Tue.
Gantz Farmhouse
$12 (NR: $17)
Sep. 19 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Bonfire
(Ages: 5-10)
Fire up some fun! Build bonfire and s’more crafts and assemble some delicious trail mix.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center
$17 (NR: $19)
Sep. 20 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Scarecrow
(Ages: 5-10)
Do not pick the short straw and miss the opportunity to make scarecrow Mason jars, a scarecrow applesauce treat and more!
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center
$17 (NR: $19)
Sep. 27 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Corn Maze
(Ages: 5-10)
Have an a-maize-ing time making a miniature maze with corn and creating corn-on-the-cob crafts.
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu.
Kingston Center
$17 (NR: $19)
Sep. 28 • 6-7 p.m.
STEAMWarts Wizarding Camp
(Ages: 6-12)
Pack your wizarding gear and join us for a magical week of spellbinding adventure! You and your housemates take a full load of wizarding classes from transfiguration to flying broomsticks to charms and potions to magical beasts. The STEAMtastic camp culminates with an enchanted graduation ceremony. A must for every wizard fan!
Wks: 1 • Days: Mon.-Fri.
Kingston Center $158 (NR: $173)
Begins: July 31 • 9 a.m.-Noon
Youth Golf Lessons
(Ages: 8-17)
Learn all aspects of the game of golf including proper grip, stance and ball position, and how to correct swing errors that cause golfers to slice, top and hook the ball. Bring golf clubs; balls provided. Meet on the field west of The Big Splash.
Wks: 4 • Day: Tue.
Evans Park (beside Big Splash) $70 (NR: $77)
Begins: Aug. 29 • 6-6:45 p.m.
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Karate: Beginner (Ages: 8+)
Learn basic movements, the martial arts philosophy and the importance of concentration and confidence.
Wks: 6 • Day: Mon.
Kingston Center
$60 (NR: $65)
Begins: July 31 • 6-7 p.m.
No class: Sep. 4
Wks: 6 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center
$60 (NR: $65)
Begins: Aug. 2 • 6-7 p.m.
Karate: Advanced (Ages: 8+)
Build on the basics of karate with movement drills, data (form) and noncontact sparring with added emphasis on concentration, confidence and the martial arts philosophy.
Wks: 6 • Day: Mon.
Kingston Center
$60 (NR: $65)
Begins: July 31 • 7-8 p.m.
No class: Sep. 4
Wks: 6 • Day: Wed.
Kingston Center
$60 (NR: $65)
Begins: Aug. 2 • 7-8 p.m.
Adult
Yoga
(Ages: 18+)
Learn to relax the body and calm the mind. Melt away tension and stress by combining Hatha yoga posture with breathing techniques and deep relaxation. Wear loose, comfortable clothing, bring a towel or mat and come with an empty stomach.
Instructor: Toni Weeks.
Wks: 4 • Day: Tue.
Evans Center Auditorium $22 (NR: $24)
Begins: Aug. 1 • 6-7 p.m.
Wks: 4 • Day: Tue.
Evans Center Auditorium
$22 (NR: $24)
Begins: Sep. 5 • 6-7 p.m.
Golf Lessons
(Ages: 18+)
Learn all aspects of the game including proper grip, stance and golf ball position, and how to correct swing errors that cause golfers to slice, top and hook the ball. Bring golf clubs; balls provided. Meet on the field west of The Big Splash.
Wks: 4 • Day: Tue.
Big Splash Evans Field
$70 (NR: $77)
Begins: Aug. 29 • 7-7:45 p.m.
Line Dance
(Ages: 16+)
Have fun learning dance routines aimed at getting you moving and grooving for social occasions or staying active. After this instructor-led class set to uplifting music, you will know all the moves. Meet other people who love dancing as much as you do!
Wks: 4 • Day: Thu.
Evans Center Auditorium
$22 (NR: $24)
Begins: Aug. 10 • 6-7:30 p.m.
No class: July 13
Wks: 4 • Day: Thu.
Evans Center Auditorium
$22 (NR: $24)
Begins: Sep. 7 • 6-7:30 p.m.
Square Dance: Basic (Ages: 16+)
Join the Grove City Western Squares and learn to square dance for fun, friendship, and fitness. Instructor and caller will teach you the basic calls as GCWS members help guide you. In this first set of lessons, learn all the basic moves. This set of lessons runs for 12 weeks with the first two free. Couples and singles welcome!
Wks: 12 • Day: Mon.
Evans Center Auditorium
$20 (NR: $25)
Begins: Sep. 11 • 7-9 p.m.
Roast Veggies & Herbs (Ages: 16+)
Combine a number of roasted veggie and herb selections using the wealth of the summer garden. Taste roasted tomato sauce, red-pepper dip, beets with walnuts and a vegetable medley, then return home with many recipes and a container of roasted sweet potato salad. Instructor: Mary Jane LaLonde.
Wks: 1 • Day: Sat.
Gantz Farmhouse
$25 (NR: $30)
Sep. 9 • 10:30 a.m.-Noon
Wax Brittle & Oil Burner Scents (Ages: 18+)
Customized soy wax added to a melt warmer is a great way to scent your home. Create a fragrance with essential oils to burn in your oil diffuser. Bring a rimmed baking sheet to class. Instructor: Gloria Hartung.
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu.
Gantz Farmhouse $22 (NR: $27)
Aug. 10 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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Some
adult classes are open to teens. Check the Adult section or call 614-277-3050 for options.
Autumn Craft Bazaar
(Ages: 18+)
Reserve an eight-foot table and two chairs to sell or promote your products at our event, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Sat., Oct. 21. Reservations open Sept. 1. Don’t wait: space is limited and assigned firstcome, first-served. Stop in the Evans Center for an application. $25 per table. Limit of two tables per reservation.
Evans Center Auditorium
$25 per table
Reservations open Sep. 1
Dessert Pizza
(Ages: 18+)
Learn to make pizzas to serve for dessert featuring fruits and sweets. Sample the easy-to-eat treats and take home recipes. Instructor: Arlene Crosser.
Wks: 1 • Day: Mon.
Gantz Farmhouse
$25 (NR: $30)
Sep. 18 • 6:30-8 p.m.
Explore the Beauty of Lavender
(Ages: 18+)
From crafts and food to health and beauty, lavender is a wonderful multiuse herb. Explore how to grow and use lavender in spice blends, beverages, soaps and lotions. Take home an herbs de Provence blend and a wonderful lavender hand lotion. Instructor: Mary Jane LaLonde.
Wks: 1 • Day: Sat.
Gantz Farmhouse
$25 (NR: $30)
Aug. 12 • 10:30 a.m.-Noon
Fresh Kitchen Herb Wreath
(Ages: 18+)
Harvest fresh herbs out of the Gantz Garden and use them to adorn a grapevine base to make a beautiful wreath for your kitchen. Once dry, these herbs are useful for fall and winter cooking, spicing up soups, stews and vegetable dishes. It will look great too! Instructor: Mary Jane LaLonde.
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu.
Gantz Farmhouse
$20 (NR: $25)
Aug. 24 • 6:30-8 p.m.
Fun & Funky Garden Pickles
(Ages: 18+)
Spicy beer pickles, chutney and jardiniére, there are more ways to pickle vegetables than you can imagine. Sample several varieties and make a jar of mixed vegetable pickles. Instructor: Mary Jane LaLonde.
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu.
Gantz Farmhouse
$15 (NR: $20)
Sep. 21 • 6:30-8 p.m.
Garden Under Glass
(Ages: 18+)
Use pressed flowers to create a beautiful serving plate that looks like a garden under glass. All materials provided. Finished plate is hand-washable only. Instructor: Gloria Hartung.
Wks: 1 • Day: Tue.
Gantz Farmhouse
$25 (NR: $30)
Sep. 26 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Grilling & Cooking Tools
(Ages: 18+)
Receive an overview of safety procedures, and learn a brief history of blacksmithing and the basics of working on gas and coal forges in a 19th-century blacksmith shop. View a blacksmith demonstration on making tools to use on a grill or campfire, then try your hand on the forge by creating items to take home. Instructor: Max Bauman.
Wks: 1 • Day: Sat.
Fryer Park Century Village
$60 (NR: $65)
Aug. 5 • 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
S & J Hooks
(Ages: 18+)
Receive an overview of safety procedures, and learn a brief history of blacksmithing and the basics of working on gas and coal forges in a 19th-century blacksmith shop. View the blacksmith as he creates S hooks (used for campfire or hearth cooking) and J hooks (used for hanging clothes on), then try your hand at forging your own hooks. Instructor: Max Bauman.
Wks: 1 • Day: Sat.
Fryer Park Century Village
$60 (NR: $65)
Aug. 19 • 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Campfire Equipment & Squirrel Roasters
(Ages: 18+)
Receive an overview of safety procedures, and learn a brief history of blacksmithing and the basics of working on gas and coal forges in a 19th-century blacksmith shop. View a demonstration from a blacksmith on forging campfire equipment and squirrel roasters for campfire cooking, then take the opportunity to create your own items on the forge. Instructor: Max Bauman.
Wks: 1 • Day: Sat.
Fryer Park Century Village
$60 (NR: $65)
Sep. 16 • 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
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National Senior Citizens Day Open House
(Ages: 55+)
Aug. 21 is National Senior Citizen Day! Celebrate at the Evans Center with a senior resource fair. Meet vendors from a variety of organizations with products and services for seniors. Enjoy door prizes and lunch.
Wks: 1 • Day: Mon.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room
$5 (NR: $5)
Aug. 21 • 9 a.m.-Noon
Senior Health Fair
(Ages: 55+)
Speak with representatives from various healthcare options including Medicare insurance providers and more. Live life with the vibrancy that comes with peace of mind by learning to bolster your quality of life. Register to receive a free lunch.
Wks: 1 • Day: Fri.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room
Free
Sep. 22 • 9 a.m.-Noon
Talks with Tammy (Ages: 55+)
Meet with the Evans Center director monthly to ask questions about centerrelated activities or share suggestions.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room
Free
Aug. 2 • Noon-12:30 p.m.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room
Free
Sep. 6 • Noon-12:30 p.m.
Senior Club Meeting
(Ages: 55+)
Gather with members of the Grove City Senior Club for fellowship and to discuss topics of interest to older members of the community.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room
Free
Aug. 2 • 12:30-1 p.m.
Columbus Shop Hop
(Ages: 55+)
Experience friends, fun and fashion at Grandview shops that offer discounted shopping with plentiful choices of gently used designer clothing, stylish furniture, decorative items, jewelry, handbags and more.
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5)
Aug. 24 • 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Eldorado Casino
(Ages: 55+)
Travel to the local casino to try your luck.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed. Departs the Evans Center $5 (NR: $5)
Aug. 9 • 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
LaComedia: Grumpy Old Men
(Ages: 55+)
Based on the 1993 film starring Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau and Ann Margaret, this hilarious stage adaptation captures two lovably crotchety characters vying for the affections of their beautiful new neighbor through twinkling humor and great songs.
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu. Departs the Evans Center $54 (NR: $54)
Sep. 28 • 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Night at the Columbus Clippers (Ages: 55+)
Take me out to the ballgame! Bring your baseball glove and some change for dinner to see the Clippers take on the Scranton RailRiders on Dime-a-dog Night.
Wks: 1 • Day: Tue.
Departs the Evans Center $15 (NR: $15)
Sep. 5 • 5:15-9 p.m.
Roscoe Village Tour
(Ages: 55+)
Step back in time to a port on the Ohio & Erie Canal in the 1830s. Enjoy an exciting personal tour of Roscoe Village as costumed interpreters create a unique, immersive experience. Enjoy lunch at The Warehouse Restaurant and browse quaint shops.
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu.
Departs the Evans Center
$20 (NR: $20)
Sep. 14 • 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Dining Trips
(Ages: 55+)
Enjoy time away with others for conversations over a good meal at popular regional dining destinations! Hop on the Evans Center bus to enjoy door-to-door drop-off and pickup service.
Lunch Bunch: Der Dutchman (Ages: 55+)
Wks: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center
$5 (NR: $5)
Aug. 8 • 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Supper Club: Outback Steakhouse
(Ages: 55+)
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu.
Departs the Evans Center
$5 (NR: $5)
Aug. 17 • 4-8 p.m.
Lunch Bunch: Hickory House
(Ages: 55+)
Wks: 1 • Day: Fri.
Departs the Evans Center
$5 (NR: $5)
Aug. 25 • 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Lunch Bunch: Olympic Diner (Ages: 55+)
Wks: 1 • Day: Thu.
Departs the Evans Center
$5 (NR: $5)
Sep. 7 • 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
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Supper Club: Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant
(Ages: 55+)
Wks: 1 • Day: Tue.
Departs the Evans Center
$5 (NR: $5)
Sep. 12 • 4-8 p.m.
Lunch Bunch: Fado Pub & Grill
(Ages: 55+)
Wks: 1 • Day: Tue.
Departs the Evans Center
$5 (NR: $5)
Sep. 26 • 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
LifeCare Alliance Lunch Program
(Ages: 60+)
Seniors 60 and older can enjoy a nutritious lunch twice weekly at the Evans Center. There are no financial restrictions. Leave a message at 614277-1067 one week in advance to reserve a meal.
Twice weekly • Days: Tue., Thu. Evans Center Cafeteria $3 (suggested donation)
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Meet & Greet: Jackson Township Fire Department
(Ages: 55+)
Visit with Jackson Township Fire Department representatives and enjoy cookies and punch as they share the history of the department, tips for home safety for seniors, details on billing for emergency calls, what the CARES program is, and much more.
Wks: 1 • Day: Tue.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free
Aug. 29 • 1-2 p.m.
Miss the Activity Number?
Registration in the new software system no longer requires a number. Use the class name to sign up online at bit.ly/gcpReg or in person at Kingston or Evans Centers.
S.A.L.T.
(Ages: 55+)
Through Seniors and Law Enforcement
Together, the Grove City Division of Police serves as a resource and advocate for elderly citizens in our community. Seniors are often targeted for crimes, due to high levels of trust and other vulnerabilities. This program brings awareness and prevention tips to lessen the chance of being victimized, and offers seniors opportunities to ask questions and report neighborhood concerns.
Facilitator: Teri Ruslander.
Wks: 1 • Day: Tue.
Evans Center Auditorium
Free
Aug. 8 • 1-2 p.m.
Wks: 1 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium
Free
Sep. 12 • 1-2 p.m.
Movie Fun
(Ages: 55+)
Immerse yourself in the scent of fresh popcorn, darkness illuminated by the flicker of a film, and the emotion of the surrounding crowd reacting to the onscreen action.
Movie Fun: Somewhere in Time
(Ages: 55+)
(1980; PG) In 1972, a playwright becomes obsessed with the photo of a turn-of-the-century stage actress in Mackinac Island. After learning time travel may be possible through hypnosis, he travels back in time to meet the actress. They seem destined to be together but must overcome the efforts of her jealous manager to keep them apart.
Wks: 1 • Day: Fri.
Evans Center Auditorium
Free
Sep. 1 • 1-3 p.m.
Pastries & Pre-need Arrangements
(Ages: 55+)
When life is busy, decisions like planning for your funeral services and burial/cremation often get postponed. However, families often express gratitude that their loved ones had arrangements already in place. Provide the gift of peace of mind: allow loved ones to grieve instead trying to guess your wishes.
Wks: 1 • Day: Tue.
Evans Center Classroom
Free
Aug. 1 • 10-11 a.m.
Lunch & Learn: Informed Burial Arrangements
(Ages: 55+)
Explore the process of making informed burial arrangements: what is needed when and who is involved and what is their role in the process.
Wks: 1 • Day: Fri.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room
Free
Sep. 15 • 11 a.m.-Noon
Birdwatching for Beginners
(Ages: 55+)
Enjoy watching birds at your backyard feeder or want to attract new birds? Birdwatching is a fun, easy way to enjoy nature. Learn to identify common birds, choose the best equipment, and select the proper seed to attract the birds you want see. Led by Carrie Keller, outreach naturalist for Senior Programs with Metro Parks, and Africa Thomas with Sugar Maple Commons. Enjoy light refreshments and a chance to win a birdwatching prize.
Wks: 1 • Day: Fri.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room
Free
Sep. 29 • 1-2 p.m.
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Registration
and office registration begins Mon., July 17
Online
Canvas & Cocoa
(Ages: 55+)
No matter your skill level, enjoy an afternoon of fun releasing your inner Picasso with step-by-step instructions for creating a beautiful picture while enjoying hot cocoa. Instructor: Joan Tennerelli of Brookdale.
Wks:1 • Day: Fri.
Evans Center Classroom
$3 (NR: $3)
Aug. 18 • 1-3 p.m.
Crafts, Creativity & Conversations
(Ages: 55+)
Join us the fourth Wednesday of each month to create a new fun art project with step-by-step guidance.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Evans Center Classroom
$7 (NR: $7)
Aug. 23 • 10 a.m.-Noon
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Evans Center Classroom
$7 (NR: $7)
Sep. 27 • 10 a.m.-Noon
Pasta Palooza Spaghetti Showdown
(Ages: 55+)
Use your noodle while eating noodles! Bring an appetite and a competitive spirit for delicious pasta and friendly games. Players rotate tables, playing different games while meeting new people and having a blast.
Wks:1 • Day: Fri.
Evans Center Auditorium
$7 (NR: $7)
Sep. 13 • 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Bead Artwork
(Ages: 55+)
Beads are versatile and make the perfect material for crafting projects. Create a variety of handcrafted items with beads that are perfect for sharing. Come prepared for crafting on another level by adding loads of fun and personality. Purchase kits separately.
Instructor: Linda Miller.
Wks: 4 • Day: Mon.
Evans Center Classroom Free
Begins: Aug. 7 • 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Wks: 3 • Day: Mon.
Evans Center Classroom Free
Begins: Sep. 11 • 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Senior Yoga
(Ages: 55+)
Move through yoga poses designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement while enjoying restorative breathing exercises that promote stress reduction and mental clarity.
Wks: 4 • Day: Thu.
Evans Center Auditorium
$20 (NR: $20)
Begins: Aug. 3 • 11 a.m.-Noon
Wks: 4 • Day: Thu.
Evans Center Auditorium
$20 (NR: $20)
Begins: Sep. 7 • 11 a.m.-Noon
Senior Fitness Circuit
(Ages: 55+)
Have you always wanted to try out the exercise room but didn’t know where to start? We have a solution! Discover the ultimate circuit exercise program designed specifically for beginners. Our easy-to-follow and engaging workouts help kickstart your fitness journey, build strength, and improve your overall well-being.
Wks: 1 • Day: Fri.
Evans Center Fitness Room Free
Aug. 4 • 10-11 a.m.
Wks: 1 • Day: Fri.
Evans Center Fitness Room
Free
Sep. 1 • 10-11 a.m.
Fitness Room
(Ages: 55+)
Whether starting a new health routine, getting back on track or continuing your commitment to good health, the Evans Center fitness room makes it easy to include physical activity as a regular part of your life. Exercise at your own pace using elliptical machines, treadmills, NuSteps, recumbent and upright bikes, hydraulic weight machines and free weights.
Wks: 4 • Days: Mon.-Fri.
Evans Center Fitness Room
$15 (NR: $15)
Begins: Aug. 1 • 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Wks: 5 • Days: Mon.-Fri.
Evans Center Fitness Room
$15 (NR: $15)
Begins: Sep. 1 • 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Senior Exercise
(Ages: 55+)
Are you a physically active senior looking to increase strength, gain flexibility and range of motion, produce better mobility and improve balance? This fun, motivating and camaraderiebased program features 20 minutes of aerobic exercise followed by 20 minutes of progressive resistance strength training (weightlifting) sandwiched between a 10-minute warm-up and cool-down sessions. Bring an exercise mat and hand weights. Instructor: Kelly Downin.
Wks: 5 • Days: Mon., Wed.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room
$15 (NR: $15)
Begins: Aug. 2 • 9-10 a.m.
Wks: 4 • Days: Mon., Wed.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room
$15 (NR: $15)
Begins: Sep. 6 • 9-10 a.m.
Chair Exercise
(Ages: 55+)
This video-based program provides a group exercise experience for social interaction and motivation to get you moving! Seated fitness routines offer people with mobility, endurance and balance issues a way to lower blood pressure and increase stamina, muscle tone, flexibility and coordination, while
gaining a sense of well-being through low-impact workouts.
Wks: 4 • Day: Thur Evans Auditorium Free
Begins: Aug. 3 • 10-11 a.m.
Wks: 4 • Day: Thur Evans Auditorium Free
Begins: Sep. 7 • 10-11 a.m.
Tai Chi (Ages: 55+)
Yang-style Tai Chi creates a peaceful mental space and builds a calm balancing energy, as slow, mindful movements leave you feeling energized, positive and confindent, and more flexible physically and mentally.
Instructor: Dave Holloway.
Wks: 4 • Day: Tue.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room
$18 (NR: $18)
Begins: Aug. 1 • 10-11 a.m.
Wks: 4 • Day: Tue.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room
$18 (NR: $18)
Begins: Sep. 5 • 10-11 a.m.
Loss Support
(Ages: 55+)
There is no normal way to experience grief. While you may be tempted to isolate yourself, it can be healthy to lean on others for support. Interacting with friends, family and support groups can help when you feel low or overwhelmed. Meet with others with similar experiences and join in discussions or just listen. Facilitator: Tami Washington.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Evans Center Classroom Free
Aug. 9 • 10-11 a.m.
Wks: 1 • Day: Wed.
Evans Center Classroom Free
Sep. 13 • 10-11 a.m.
Alzheimer’s Support Group
(Ages: 55+)
The everyday challenges faced by those dealing with Alzheimer’s and related diseases can be overwhelming. If someone you care about suffers from a dementia disease, help them and yourself. Meet with other caregivers monthly to share experiences and receive support while achieving a sense of belonging by interacting with those facing similar challenges. Facilitator: Paula Tallafario.
Wks: 1 • Day: Tue.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free
Aug. 15 • 7-9 p.m.
Wks: 1 • Day: Tue.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free
Sep. 19 • 7-9 p.m.
Computer Lab
(Ages: 55+)
The Evans Center has desktop computers available for walk-up usage during Center hours.
Days: Mon.-Fri.
Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
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Registration Online and office registration begins Mon., July 17
Registration
bit.ly/gcpReg
24-7
Credit card only
Evans Center, 4330 Dudley Ave.
8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday
Ages 1-54
Kingston Center, 3226 Kingston Ave.
8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday
Credit card, cash, money order, check
Drop Box, 3226 Kingston Ave. (Rear)
24-7
Ages 55+
Credit card, cash, money order, check
Payment Methods
Money order, check
Due to security concerns, payments are no longer accepted by phone. Registrants can pay online using a credit card (VISA, MasterCard or Discover Card); in person via credit card, cash, money order or check made payable to the City of Grove City. Payment can be made by cash, check and money order via the drop box on the parking-lot side of the Kingston Center.
Fees, Residency Rates & Fair Share Policy
Most activities list two fees with a lower rate for residents. Grove City Parks and Recreation facilities and offerings are funded through property and income taxes; in recognition of this, residents receive a discount. A resident is someone whose home address lies within the corporation limits of Grove City or unincorporated Jackson Township. Please note: this does not include all of ZIP code 43123; the U.S. Postal Service uses ZIP codes to designate the office that delivers mail to an address. To verify your rate level, visit Property.FranklinCountyAuditor.com and search for your address. Eligible addresses feature a parcel ID that starts with 040 or 160.
The Fair Share Policy extends eligibility for lower rates to non-residents who pay income tax to the City of Grove City. To receive the rate, these non-residents must provide proof of employment such as a current pay stub showing tax payment. This process must be completed annually.
Confirmation
No further confirmation regarding registration is made unless there is a change to the time or location. It is the participant ’s responsibility to be present at the time and location listed. Patrons can view a household calendar by selecting their account at bit.ly/gcpReg
Cancellation by Participant
Registered participants may cancel from a program before the program starts or materials are ordered. Requests must be in writing (hard copy or email). To receive a full refund for team sports, a request must be made before uniforms are ordered. Decisions on full or partial refunds are at the discretion of department personnel. Refunds are by check mailed to the household or reversal of a credit card charge.
Class/Event Cancellation by Department
Activities are subject to change or cancellation based on participation, instructor availability, weather or building conditions, and public safety concerns. Staff will notify registered participants of changes to classes For day-of updates on events and team sports, call 614-277-3060, monitor social media and visit GroveCityOhio.gov.
Equal Opportunity and Special Populations
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Every attempt is made to produce an accurate, complete activity guide. Unfortunately, due to the nature of the publication and the timeline for printing, the guide may include incorrect or incomplete information. We apologize for any errors or omissions and encourage you to visit the website and review online offerings for the most up-todate information.
Photos and Videos
The City of Grove City reserves the right to photograph or otherwise record activity, program and event participants and spectators as well as park visitors. Images may be used in social media, website, catalogs, brochures, magazines, ads or other print or electronic communications or promotions.
Looking for your photo?
Did you see someone at an event taking photos and want to know if there is a good one of your family? Check the City social media accounts: EQ@GroveCityParks and EQ@GroveCityOhio, browse Discover Grove City magazine and visit GroveCityOhio.gov.
The Grove City Parks and Recreation Department is committed to serving the whole community. All persons regardless of age, sex, race, color, national origin or religion are encouraged to participate. Our goal is to include individuals with special needs in existing programs based on need and ability. Individuals or groups serving special populations are welcome to contact the department to make proper arrangements.
The City of Grove City does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to programs or activities. An ADA Coordinator is designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Department of Justice regulations implementing Subtitle A of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq.), prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability by public agencies. Call 614-277-3050 for information.
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