Winter/Spring 2015 King George County Parks & Recreation Guide

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King George County Out and About In this section you will find information on those who play a role in meeting your leisure needs.

King George County Board of Supervisors The Board of Supervisors meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 6:00p.m in the Revercomb Building. The Board of Supervisors consists of five members, one from each of the four districts and one At-Large. Your Board of Supervisors members are: Mr. Dale Sisson, At-Large; Mr. Cedell Brooks, Jr., Shiloh District; Mr. Joe Grzeika, James Madison District; Mr. Jim Howard, Chairman, James Monroe District; and Mrs. Ruby Brabo Dahlgren District County Administration – 540-775-9181 Mr. A. Travis Quesenberry, County Administrator L.E. Smoot Memorial Library – 540-775-7951; www.smoot.org.

The library is located at 9533 Kings Highway.

Virginia Cooperative Extension Service – 540-775-3062; located in the Village Center at 10087 Kings Highway. Assistance may be found in the areas of Agricultural and Natural Resources, Commercial Horticulture, Family Consumer Sciences, 4-H Youth Development and Community Viability. The Virginia Cooperative Extension Service is part of Virginia Tech and Virginia State University.

Additional information may be obtained at www.offices.ext.vt.edu/ king.george Virginia Department of Forestry – Information about the forest land in King George County may be found at www.dof.virginia. gov/R2/kge-index Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries – 804-3671000 King George County Game Warden 540-775-2049.

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Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation – 804786-1712 Caledon State Park — located in King George County at 11617 Caledon Road. Call 540-663-3861 for information regarding the park or their interpretive programs or visit www.dcr.virginia.gov for information on this park and other Virginia State Parks.

Virginia Tourism Commission – 804-545-5500 / www.vatc.org Dahlgren Naval Surface Weapons Center – Operator – 540-6538291 King George Historical Society, Inc. is a non-profit 501 c 3 organization whose purpose is to collect, preserve and to disseminate both information and material of every nature relating to the history, antiquities and literature of King George County in the Commonwealth of Virginia. For more information go to their website at www.kghistory.org Fall Festival Committee – plans this annual event. Everyone is welcome to join in the celebration. There is a parade, music, games, food, a Fall Festival Queen, and a Fall Festival Dance; all to benefit the King George Fire and Rescue Association.

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Table of Contents King George County Out and About…………………………… 2 Inside the Department………………………………………………… 3 Facilities Information…………………………………………………… 4 General Program Information…………………………………… 5 Tot/Toddler Programs……………………………………………………6 Youth Programs – 5 – 17 year olds…………………………… 8 Youth Sports ……………………………………………………………………9 Adult Programs……………………………………………………………… 15

Health and Wellness ……………………………………………………16 Enrichment – all ages………………………………………………… 16 Senior Citizen Activities…………………………………………… 17 Special Events……………………………………………………………… 17 Weekly Trips………………………………………………………………… 19 Overnight Trips…………………………………………………………… 20 Therapeutic……………………………………………………………………22 Registration Form…………………………………………………………23

Inside the Department Our Vision is to become Virginia’s premier County in bringing people together and enriching lives through recreation and community activities.

Our Mission is to effectively deliver services by providing diverse and balanced recreation programs and facilities that incorporate the needs, interests and desires of our citizens. With citizens’ support and involvement and interactive utilization of facility, community and natural resources we contribute to maintaining community character, enhancing community spirit, developing partnerships between private enterprises, civic organizations and individuals; hence, reaching out enhancing lives and contributing to the community livability.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee The King George County Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is appointed by the Board of Supervisors to represent the citizens of their corresponding districts. In addition, the Committee has two non-voting members representing NSWC and the students. Members advise staff on issues related to programs, planning and services; and aid in conceptualizing departmental facilities and operations. Members meet the third Wednesday of every month beginning at 6:30pm at the Citizens Center. Your representatives are: Robert Benson, At-Large; Doug Cantrell, James Monroe District; Stevie Gray, Dahlgren; Alice Stanton, NSF Dahlgren Naval Base; Mike White, Chairman, Shiloh District; and Elizabeth Clark, James Madison District.

Parks and Recreation Staff Members Need to get in touch with a staff member! You may contact us by phone at 540-775-4386, by fax at 540-775-5255, by email kgpr@co.kinggeorge. state.va.us or individually at the following addresses: Tim Smith, Director of Parks and Recreation / tsmith@co.kinggeorge. state.va.us Lorenzo Smith, Athletic Supervisor / lsmith@co.kinggeorge.state. va.us Janine Paulsen, Recreation Supervisor / jpaulsen@co.kinggeorge. state.va.us Inclusion Statement: King George County Parks and Recreation is committed to providing a variety of programs to meet the needs and desires of all of its citizens. If you have a disability and need reasonable accommodations, please contact the Department to discuss participating. We ask that you notify us when registering, but not less than ten (10) working days prior to the program or event so that we may make the necessary arrangements.

Linda Gallagher,AdministrativeAssistant / lgallagher@co.kinggeorge. state.va.us Vivian Shelton, Evening/Weekend Operations Supervisor/ vshelton@ co.kinggeorge.state.va.us or come by our office to speak to a staff member in person (appointments guarantee seeing a specific staff member).

We work closely with the Department of General Properties with regards to building and grounds maintenance. If you encounter a building and grounds issue, please give our department a call so that we may forward the message.

Office Information The Parks and Recreation office operates out of the Citizens Center, located at 8076 Kings Highway. Our business hours are 8:00a.m – 7:00p.m Monday – Thursday and 8:00a.m – 5:00p.m on Friday. Our offices are closed on holidays designated by the state. To speak to a staff member you may personally come by, call 540-775-4386 or TDD# 540-7792049, email, fax or by mail at Parks and Recreation, P.O. Box 71, King George, VA. 22485. You may check out our programs on the County’s website www.king-george.va.us or browse our programs and register on-line (only way to pay by credit card) at https://kinggeorge.recdesk.com.

KG ALERT Sign up for this free service offered by the King George County Emergency Services to notify you of important information due to an emergency, disaster, road closure or inclement weather. Information is delivered, by choice, to e-mail, cell phones with text messaging capabilities, palm pilots and blackberries. You may also specify information you want to receive such as parks and recreation, schools and county information.

To sign up, go to www.kgalert.com. This is a service of the King George Department of Emergency Services – 540-775-8900.

PRESCRIPTION DISCOUNT CARD King George County, in conjunction with the National Association of Counties, is pleased to offer to its citizens a free Prescription Discount Card. The card provides a discount on prescriptions not covered by insurance. Pick up your card at the Citizens Center or the County Administration Building.

King George County has implemented an AMBULANCE FEE for SERVICE program. This program aids in offsetting costs associated with providing citizens quality service. Financial reimbursement will come from Medicaid, Medicare and other private insurance companies who already include this service in the coverage they offer to the people they insure. For more information, please call King George County Department of Emergency Services at 540-775-8900.

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Facilities Information

The Place Where Programs Call Home Programs are offered throughout the County. Most facilities are located within a twenty minute drive. For your convenience, we have listed the main sites used and their addresses and abbreviations used throughout this guide. If you are still unsure where a facility is located, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Our facilities are: Citizens Center - King George County Citizens Center – 8076 Kings Highway (Rt. 3); 8:00am – 9:00pm weekdays and 12:00am on weekends for programs and rentals.

Barnesfield Park – 3360 Barnesfield Road (off Rt. 301, 1 mile South of Potomac River – Harry G. Nice Bridge) Shiloh Park - 11259 Henry Griffin Rd. off Rt. 205.

Tennis Courts - King George County Tennis Center – 8246 Dahlgren Road (Rts 206 & 3) – daylight use only except during school hours.

Sealston Sports Complex – 11050 Fletchers Chapel Road; This facility has 4 baseball/softball field and a nine acre multi-purpose field, picnic shelter and restrooms.

KGHS - King George High School – 10100 Foxes Way (Rts. 3); Gym and Athletic Fields after 6:00pm / weekends KGMS - King George Middle School – 8246 Dahlgren Road (Rt. 206); Gym after 6:00pm / weekends OKGMS-Old King George Middle School-8562 Dahlgren Road (Rt. 206); Gym after 6:00pm/ weekends PES - Potomac Elementary – 16495 15th Street (near the corner of Rt. 206 and Potomac Dr. and Gym and Outdoors after 6:00pm / weekends KGES - King George Elementary – 10381 Ridge Road (Rts. 205 & 3); Gym, Cafeteria and outdoors after 6:00pm / weekends OKGES - Old King George Elementary – 9100 Saint Anthonys Road; Gym and old Cafeteria anytime, subject to availability.

SES - Sealston Elementary – 11048 Fletchers Chapel Road (off Rt. 3); Gym and Outdoors after 6:00p.m / weekends

King George County Public Facilities Tour In addition to the facilities used for programs, the Parks and Recreation Department is directly responsible for the oversight of Wayside Park, Barnesfield Park, Wilmont Landing, Sealston Sports Complex, the Citizens Center and Shiloh Park.

Sealston Sports Complex is a 45 acre park adjoing Sealston Elementary School. Currently, this facility consists of a 10 acre multipurpose field and four baseball/softball fields, 2 lighted ball fields, picnic shleter, restroom and concession stand. There is limited parking within the park and additional parking is permitted at the school’s parking lot.

Movie-Goers Come to the Parks and Recreation Department to get your discounted Regal Cinema Movie Tickets. We offer two types of tickets, the VIP Super Saver and Premier Super Saver. VIP Super Saver tickets are $6.50 each and allow individuals to see a movie two weeks after being released. Premier Super Saver tickets cost $7.50 each and have no restrictions

Wayside Park is a 10 acre park site on the Potomac River located on Route 301 at the Harry G. Nice Memorial Bridge. Amenities include several picnic tables, two grills and approximately 100 yards of beach. Parking is limited on-site; however, there is additional parking located at the commuter parking lot adjoining the Welcome Center and at Barnesfield (a short 5 minute stroll).

Barnesfield Park is located on Route 301 approximately one mile south of the Harry G. Nice Memorial Bridge. This 150 acre park has 2 picnic shelters, 3 baseball/softball fields, 1 Little League size field, 2 multipurpose fields, outdoor basketball courts and fitness loop.

Wilmont Landing – this landing provides public boat access to the Rappahannock River. This site has very limited parking available. Wilmont Landing is located on Wilmont Road off of Rollins Fork Road (Rt. 681). To reach Rollins Fork Road, follow Rt. 3 approximately 6 miles east of Rt 301 & 3 intersection.

Citizens Center – located at 8076 Kings Highway (across from The Shops at King George shopping center). Inside the Center is the Parks and Recreation office, a conference room, a banquet room and kitchen. Tuesday through Thursday mornings, the Rappahannock Area Agency on Aging offers a program for mature adults on one side of the banquet hall while the other side is used for a variety of recreational activities. Recreational programs are offered onsite all week long. When not in use for departmental activities, the Center may be rented for functions. Outside, there are sand volleyball courts, a playground and a couple of picnic tables.

Shiloh Park - located at the old landfill site off Rt. 205, our newset facility (to open in the Fall) has one NCAA size baseball field, multi-purpose field, playground, an approximate 1 mile loop walking path and plenty of parking.

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General Information IMPORTANT General Program Information: Please Read.

The programs that are listed in this Program Guide are the programs that we had planned by the publication due date. Please check our website for additional programs or call the Department for any updated programs.

Due to facility uses, programs may be subject to changes in times and/ or locations. Please verify with the Department upon registering. We attempt to notify you as early as possible with any program change. If we fail to reach you, please accept our apology for any inconvenience caused.

Please register for classes in advance. Waiting until the last minute may cause a class to cancel. Classes may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. Unless otherwise noted or notified by an instructor/program supervisor, classes/programs may be held on holidays.

LATE REGISTRATION FEES:A$10 late fee will be imposed on any program registrations coming in after the designated deadline. Any late registrations coming in beyond two weeks after the registration deadline will be assessed $20 plus any additional cost associated with ordering equipment or supplies.

Inclement Weather Policy: At this time, the King George County Parks and Recreation Department follows the King George County Schools schedule for programs offered in the schools during school hours. Programs offered at other locations are dealt with on a case by case basis.

Insufficient Funds - Checks returned for insufficient funds will be assessed a $35 fee by the Treasurer’s Office and the check-writer’s name will be forwarded to our Department. The Department will no longer

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be able to accept checks from said check-writer.

Refunds Full refunds are issued in the event a program cancels; or if the Department is notified prior to the program starting and where no costs are incurred.

Where costs were incurred for deposits, apparel, equipment or any other program related expenses; those costs will be deducted from the refund.

No cash refunds will be given. Refunds generally take two to four weeks.

Refunds are not issued after programs begin or for unattended classes.

Unusual circumstances will be handled on a case-by-case basis and may be subject to being credited for unused funds.

Cancellations/Postponements of Programs Every once in a while we think we have a great program idea or an instructor has proposed a great program; but the enrollment is insufficient.

Staff looks at postponing the program (time to be determined) to see if there is evidence that we think we can get the program to make through other means; and canceling as a last resort. When we cancel, we do our best to notify participants and issue a refund.

Program Evaluations Program evaluations will be randomly given to participants or their parents. Evaluations are issued to gauge how programs are received, the instruction or coaching, an assessment on the registration process from the time you get registration form to making payment and our reflection on you, the facilities we use and your ideas on what we can do to better serve you whether it is in program offerings, staffing or department operations.

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Toddler/tot programs/tot tours

Our Toddler/Tot and Tot Tour programs are geared for children typically 18 months to 5 year olds. We attempt to broaden their horizon through participatory activities and introduce them to new friends and to investigate new places.

Tiny Tot Pre-ballet/ Creative Movement Introduction to ballet, teaching basic ballet positions and steps.

Body awareness and movement to music. Taught by former public school teacher and dance student Ericka Morgan. Free trial class April 14th. Suggested apparel: Leotard, tights, ballet slippers.

Participants – Min: 6, Max: 10.

Session Age Day Date Time Cost Location I 2-3 Tue 2/17-3/24 5-5:30pm $45 Citizens Center II 2-3 Tue 4/21-5/26 5-5:30pm $45 Citizens Center

Beginning Ballet/ Creative Movement Continued introduction to ballet, building on concepts of pre-ballet.

Attendance in previous class is not required. Body awareness, coordination, and movement to music. Taught by former public school teacher and dance student Ericka Morgan. Free trial class April 14th. Leotard, tights, slippers suggested. Participants – Min: 6, Max: 10.

Session Age Day Date Time Cost Location I 4-5 Tue 2/17-3/24 5:30-6pm $45 Citizens Center II 4-5 Tue 4/21-5/26 5:30-6pm $45 Citizens Center

Hot Shot Tots This program provides an introduction to, and the basic skills associated with basketball, soccer, hockey, and tee-ball. The program will use various games and skills to improve gross motor skills as well as hand-eye coordination. Parent(s) will participate in the activities with their child(ren). Each child will receive a free tee shirt.

Registration deadline: Jan 30th. Participants – Min: 5, Max: 10.

Parent Child Hot Shot Tots – Mini Session: Age Day Date Time Cost Location 3-5 Mon 2/2 – 3/30 4:00-4:45pm $50 Citizens Ctr. 2-4 Mon 2/2 – 3/30 9:00 – 9:45am $50 Citizens Ctr.

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Our Tot Program is geared for children typically 18 months to 5 years old. We attempt to broaden their horizon through participatory activities, introduce them to new friends, and investigate new places.

All tot times will include open play, circle time, and a craft. Preregistration not required.

Age Day Date Time Cost Location 1-5 Tuesday 1-5/2015 10-11:15am $3/$1each add Citizens Ctr.

Come to Shiloh Park and learn about Earth Day! We will meet at the park for play, stories, crafts, games, and snacks. All children will complete a craft made with recycled materials! In the event of rain, activities will take place at the KG Citizens Center!

Registration Deadline: April 17th. Participants – Min: 5, Max: 15.

Age Day Date Time Cost Location 1-5 Monday April 20 10:00-12:00pm $5 per child Shiloh Park

Science for Tots Open Gym @ Old King George Elementary School Gym This popular drop-in program is designed for children 18 months and up. Movement exercise to songs, tumbling and open play with an emphasis on FUN! Held every Thursday from 10:00 – 11:00a.m.

Fee is $3 per child/$1 each additional child to be paid at gym.

Science is fun! Get your child excited about science with fun exciting, hands on learning. Sessions will include lessons on germs, the globe, the five senses and more!

Registration Deadline: Feb. 6. Participants – Min: 5, Max: 10.

Age Day Date Time Cost Location 3-5 Tuesday 2/10- 3/3 9-9:30am $20 per child Citizens Center 3-5 Tuesday 2/10- 3/3 4-4:30pm $20 per child Citizens Center

Stories and Snacks Homeschool Gym @ Old King George Elementary School Gym This popular drop-in program is designed for children 18 months and up. Movement exercise to songs, tumbling and open play with an emphasis on FUN! Held every Thursday from 11:00 – 12:00 p.m.

Fee is $3 per child/$1 each additional child to be paid at gym.

Have fun reading and snacking, too! Each session will include an interactive story time followed by a snack that the children create themselves. This is a great way to get your child excited about reading and encourage him/her to try new foods.

Registration Deadline: February 27th. Participants – Min: 5, Max: 10.

Age Day Date Time Cost Location 3-5 Tuesday 3/3 - 3/24 9-9:30am $20 per child Citizens Center 3-5 Tuesday 3/3 - 3/24 4-4:30pm $20 per child Citizens Center

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Youth programs (ages 5-17) Play It Smart Before and After School Program Packages will be ready May 8th. REGISTRATION BEGINS June 1st.

The King George County Parks and Recreation Department and the KG County Schools have teamed up to offer a before and after school program, ages K – 6th. Supervised activities will include games, sports, crafts, fitness and homework assistance. This program will instill character education, fitness and nutrition. A half-hour is designated everyday for homework and reading time. Please pick- up by 6:00 pm. Note: On half days and holidays the program is closed.

All Elementary Schools - 6:30 – 8:30a.m.

All Elementary Schools - 3:30 – 6:00p.m.

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND HELD AT THE King George Parks and Recreation Office. Program is limited to 50 students per school per week. Call the Recreation Department for more details.

SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM /DAY CARE Our camps are offered to afford youth a variety of weeklong ventures.

Staff hopes that we have provided something for everyone. Only the Parks and Recreation Department’s “Summer Sunsation” (Ages 5-10) and “Teen Breakout” (Ages 11 – 15) camps are 8-week, Monday - Friday day care programs. Both programs are offered from 7:30a.m – 5:30p.m. Each camp is staffed by a Camp Director, Assistant Director and Camp Counselors. CAMP FEES (per person) are: $25.00 one-time registration fee (campers receive camp t-shirt and daypack); $125.00 per week camp fee. Weekly fees cover: Day trips, bowling and skating (if available) and other camp related activities!!!! The only additional cost to participants will be for our Kings Dominion Trip unless participants bring their own season pass.($40.00) *PARKS AND RECREATION HAS THE RIGHT TO CANCEL TRIPS AND ACTIVITIES IN THE EVENT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS or HEAT ADVISORIES. CAMP PACKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT CITIZENS CENTER APRIL 17th.

REGISTRATION BEGINS APRIL 17th. (YOU MUST HAVE A COMPLETE PACKET TO REGISTER).For more information, please contact Janine Paulsen, Recreation Programs Supervisor.

The Artist Within (After School Art) Don’t get enough “art time” at school? Don’t have time to take art as an elective? Are you a home schooled student looking for more art instruction? Or are you just looking for something awesome to do after school? Well, come to this class after school for quality time in the art room! Special materials and techniques will be introduced and taught. Refining creative thought, practicing drawing/sketching skills, and using critical thinking and problem solving will be emphasized. Think art camp, but during the school year! Materials/ Apparel required: Drawing and Water Color Pads, Pencil, set HB-6B Graphite, Eraser, and Sharpener. $60 each (4 Week Session).

Potomac Elementary (Tuesdays): 3:330pm – 4:30pm Sealston Elementary (Wednesdays): 3:30pm – 4:30pm King George Elementary (Thursdays): 3:30pm – 4:30pm Wednesdays (Sealston Elementary) Session 5: February 18, 25, March 4, 11 Session 6: March 18, 25, April 1, 15 Session 7: April 22, 29, May 6, 13 Session 8: May 20, 27, June 3, 10 Tuesdays (Potomac Elementary) Session 5: March 3, 10, 17, 24 Session 6: March 31, April 14, 21, 28 Session 7: May 5, 12, 19, 26 Session 8: June 2, 9, 16, 23 Thursdays (King George Elementary) Session 5: February 19, 26, March 5, 12 Session 6: March 19, 26, April 2, 16 Session 7: April 23, 30, May 7, 14 Session 8: May 21, 28, June 4, 18

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Youth sports ACTION GYMNASTICS This is a preschool program that will focus on movement and coordination. We use movement songs to exercise and have fun. This is a great way to introduce the child into the gym and a structured environment, Parent involvement is required for the children 1-5 yrs. old.

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Time Cost 10-10:50am $35

SPRING 2015 Code Age Day Date Time Cost 3005.315 1-5 Wednesdays 4/22 – 5/27 10-10:50am $35

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open Gym Basketball for KGHS students FREE. You have your current KGHS ID to participant. The Dates are February 8th, February 15th, February 22nd, March 1st, and March 8th. Location: King George Middle School Gym. Time: 2pm-3:30pm.

TUMBLING Tumbling is for the student who wants to focus on their floor skills.

Beginner tumblers will learn their basic skills including cartwheels, forward and backward rolls, head stand and handstands. Advanced tumblers will continue to perfect their basic skills and learn round offs, back handsprings and more.

Code 3003. 315 3004. 315

Age Beg. 5-17 Adv. 5-17

SPRING 2015 Day Date Time Cost Wed. 4/22 – 7/8 5pm-6pm $75 Wed. 4/22 – 7/8 6pm-7pm $75

CHEER TUMBLING This class is designed for the middle to high school student who wants to learn or improve their tumbling skills for cheerleading.

Along with working on the skills we will also focus on the strength and conditioning needed to tumble. Limit 12 participants Code Age Day Date Time Cost 3092.315 12-18 Wednesdays 4/22 – 7/8 6pm-7pm $75

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2015 Spring Youth Gymnastics The King George Youth Gymnastics program is designed to teach your child skills and build their confidence and self esteem. We will work on all four competitive events (vault, bars, beam and floor).

Along with the skills your child will work on muscle memory and conditioning in a fun and exciting new way. For information contact Heather Withrow, Head Coach at 540-419-8265

Kinder Gyms (Starts April 20) This program is designed for the five year old student. We will work on basic skills, conditioning and coordination in a fun and safe environment.

Mondays 5:00 – 6:00 PM 5 year olds Limit 10

Preschool classes All preschool classes work on school readiness through the use of props integrated into the class.

Mighty Gyms (Starts April 21) This program is an advanced class designed for children who have already participated in Little Gyms or Shorts Gyms. These participants should be able to demonstrate basic skills on all four gymnastics events, and show knowledge of basic terms. The child must be asked by the coach to participate in this class!

Tuesdays 5:00 – 6:00 PM 3-4 year olds Limit 10

Parent & Me (Starts April 25) This class is designed for parent and child to work together to develop fine motor skills. The children will develop their coordination in a fun and safe environment.

Saturdays 9:00 – 9:50 AM 18 months – 2 years Limit 10 Little Gyms (Starts April 25) This program will develop muscle coordination and basic skills in a structured settling.

Saturdays 10:00 – 10:50 AM 3 years old Limit 10 Short Gyms (Starts April 25) This popular Pre-K class develops basic gymnastics skills, muscle coordination and self confidence.

Saturdays 11:00 – 11:50 AM 4 year olds Limit 10

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High Flyers (Starts April 23) This program is an advanced class designed for 5 and 6 year olds.

Children in this class must be able to demonstrate skills on all four gymnastics events. They will begin to learn the USGA Levels 1 and 2 team skills. Gymnasts must be asked by coach to participate in this class.

Thursdays 5:00 – 6:00 PM 5—6 year olds Limit 10 Beginners (Starts April 20 & April 23) This class is designed for the child who has never done gymnastics. They will learn basic tumbling, balance beam, uneven bars and vault.

Mondays 6:00 – 7:00 PM (6-9 year old) Limit 12 Thursdays 7:00 – 8:00 PM (10-17 year old) Limit 12 Intermediate Level (Starts April 20) This program is designed for those who have participated in a beginner class and are still working on mastering their basic gymnastics skills.

Mondays 7:00 – 8:00 PM 6-9 year old Limit 10 Advanced Level (Starts April 23) This program will focus on perfecting the basic skills with proper form. We also work on the conditioning, strength and flexibility that is needed to continue to progress as a gymnast.

Thursdays 6:00 -7:00 PM 6-9 year old Limit 10 Red Gyms (Starts April 21) This class is designed for gymnasts working on USGA Level 1 and 2 skills. Gymnast must be asked by coach to participate in this class.

Tuesdays 6:00 – 7:00 PM 6-14 year old Limit 12 White Gyms (Starts April 21) This program is designed for gymnasts working on USGA Level 3 skills. Gymnasts must be asked by coach to participate in this class.

Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:00 PM 6-14 year old Limit 12 TM

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Blue Gyms (Starts April 23) This program is an ALL BOYS program. We will work on beginner basic skills up to advanced skills in this class. This is an up beat class to keep boys working hard and having fun at the same time.

Thursdays 7:00 – 8:00 PM 6-14 year old Limit 10 OPEN GYM

This is a drop-in open play time!! Great time for kids and parents to socialize at OKGES Gym. Kids have a blast running and playing on all the gymnastics equipment. Open Gym is held every Thursday morning at The Old King George Elementary School gymnasium.

Cost: $3 for the first child, $1 for each additional Preschoolers 1-5 years 10-11am Home School all ages 11:15am – 12:15pm

Do your children miss school because of allergies?

The Community Care Clinic and United Allergy Services offer Allergy Testing & Immunotherapy The testing takes approximately 30 minutes – 15 minutes to administer and 15 minutes to register the results – so you don’t have to wait long to learn the cause of your allergies.

Adults and children over the age of 2 years can be tested for allergies. This is especially helpful for patients who suffer with asthma, allergic pneumonia, conjunctivitis (pink eye), undiagnosed cough, dermatitis (skin irritation), insect allergy, rhinitis, sinusitis, urticaria (hives) and angioedema (similar to hives, but beneath the skin).

You will be tested for the most frequent geographically specific mold and airborne allergens in your area. We will test for products from dust mites, proteins from pet hair and dander, trees, grass and weed pollens, molds and cockroach droppings. The test does not detect food allergies.

Allergen immunotherapy is a form of treatment aimed at decreasing your sensitivity to substances called allergens. Immunotherapy involves introducing increasing amounts of an allergen to a patient over several months.

The Community Care Clinic is open Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Call or stop in for more information about Allergy Testing & Immunotheraphy AtheroTech Laboratory Services On-Site AtheroTech accepts all insurances and offers a cash menu of tests.

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11131 Journal Pkwy. King George, VA 22485

(540) 625-2527 Community Care Clinic is a 24/7 TLC not for profit 501 (c) 3 organization

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Save the date Earth Day Trash to Art Program April 18 Great American Backyard Campout June 27-28 Youth Outdoor Day Sept. 12 Howlin’ Coyote 10K Wiley Pup Trail Dash Oct. 3 Art & Wine Festival Nov. 7

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2015 Spring Youth Soccer Kids!

The youth soccer program is a competitive recreational coed league.

The program focuses on the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting, defending and teamwork. Practices are conducted twice weekly during the pre-season. Once the games begin, there is not more than one scheduled practice per week. Practices are held at Barnesfield Park, Sealston Sports Complex and the local school sites. Coaches determine the practice days and times for practices (no practices before 5:30pm). Uniforms are provided 2 jerseys, socks and shorts. This is the last season of current uniform, lime and blue. Season conducted March - June. Each team will play between 8 and 10 games. Registrations are accepted January 20th – February 26th, on a first- come, first–served basis.

Online registration (credit card accepted), www.kinggeorge.recdesk. com Fees: Early Registration cost is $73per participant (January 20th - February 6th) Early Registration cost is $85 per participant, uniform needed (January 20th – February 6th) Registration cost is $83 per participant (February 7th – February 26th) Registration cost is $95 per participant, uniform needed (February 7th – February 26th) Leagues: U6 (4 & 5 year olds) U8 (6 & 7 year olds) U10 (8 & 9 year olds) U12 (10 & 11 year olds) U16 (12, 13, 14 & 15 year olds) U19 (14-18 in high school) Age control date is August 1, 2014.

Home Games/Days: Held at the Sealston Sports Complex and school sites U6 Mondays and Saturdays U8 Mondays and Saturdays U10 Thursdays and Saturdays U12 Thursdays and Saturdays U16 Wednesdays and Saturdays U19 Saturdays and Sundays All players who played in the Fall 2014 will return back to the same team.

We do not guarantee that specific players will be together on a particular team, unless the players in question live in the same house.

Any requests received for players to be on the same team or players to be with a particular coach is just that – requests. Submitting such a request does not obligate us to fulfill the request.

ACTIVITY CODE: 2057.315

Pee Wee Soccer This is an instructional and developmental program that enables kids aged 3-4 years to have a positive sports experience. It is a step-by-step approach that builds self-confidence while teaching the fundamentals of the games. Parents participate with their children to help teach them the basic skills needed for the next level of organized play. The program utilizes positive reinforcement and

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Registration: February 2nd - March 5th or until spaces are filled Program Dates: April 11th, April 18th, April 25th, May 2nd, May 9th, May 16th, and May 30th.

Days of the Week: Saturdays Times: 11am Location: Sealston Sports Complex Fee: $65 ACTIVITY CODE: 2057.315

Youth Track and Field Last year was the final year of the Hershey Track and Field Program.

King George will have local track meet for our community. Then those winners will participate in a meet at Caroline High School in early June. We are going to use the same format as the past years.

If your child is between ages 9 and 14 and enjoys running and jumping… then this program is for them FREE King George Middle School Friday, May 1, 2015 5:30pm 8562 Dahlgren Road, King George, VA 22485

ISSHINRYU KARATE ISSHINRYU Karate is a traditional form of martial art from Okinawa (the birthplace of Karate). This program is designed for students who are interested in learning a martial art form the places emphasis on quality learning, leading to successful skill mastery, and personal safety. Our program focuses on building strength, balance, coordination and flexibility through Kata (forms), Kobudo (weapons) and their Bunkai (practice applications). This translates in a no nonsense form of efficient self defense techniques that have been proven highly effective. The study of IsshinRyu helps build character, self-esteem, self control, and self-confidence. The instructors Frank Harvey and two time Martial Arts Hall of Fame recipient Kevin Kline each have over a decade of teaching experience. They have trained with some of the world’s foremost experts. Location Old King George Middle School Youth Beginner Code Age Day Date Time Fee Location 2008.315 6-13 Tue & Thur 3/31 – 6/11 6-7pm $55 OKGMS 2008.415 6-13 Tue & Thur 6/23-8/27 6-7pm $55 OKGMS Youth Advanced Code Age Day Date Time Fee Location 2010.315 6-13 Tue & Thur 3/31 – 6/11 6-8pm $65 OKGMS 2010.415 6-13 Tue & Thur 6/23-8/27 6-8pm $65 OKGMS Adult Beginner Code Age Day Date Time Fee Location 2013.315 14-Adult Tue & Thu 3/31- 6/11 6-7pm $55 OKGMS 2013.415 14-Adult Tue & Thu 6/23-8/27 6-7pm $55 OKGMS Adult Advanced Code Age Day Date Time Fee Location 2011.315 14-Adult Tue & Thu 3/31-6/11 6-8pm $65 OKGMS 2011.415 14-Adult Tue & Thu 6/23-8/27 6-8pm $65 OKGMS

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Challenger British Soccer Camp Week 1 (June 15-19) King George High School Stadium Ages 4-6 Mini Soccer 10:15-11:45am Ages 6-16 Half Day 9:00am-12noon Ages 6-16 Half Day 1:00pm-4:00pm Ages 9-18 Full Day 9:00am-4:00pm

$98 $121 $121 $186

$10 late fee if payment received after 6/5 Free Jersey Deadline: 5/1 (Please note: Free Jersey offer only available for online registrants)

Week 2 (August 10- 14) Sealston Sports Complex Ages 4-6 Mini Soccer 5:30pm-7:00pm Ages 6-14 Half Day 5:30pm-8:30pm

$98 $121

$10 late fee if payment received after 7/31 Free Jersey Deadline 6/26 (Please note: Free Jersey offer only available for online registrants) Registration includes - Camp T-Shirts, Soccer Ball, Player Evaluation Form, Action Poster and Online Coaching Resources.

SPACES LIMITED!!!

Eagle’s Nest Animal Hospital We Salute The Efforts Of The King George Parks & Recreation Department

Full Service Veterinary Care with Dr. Judge

549-775-6800

Sign up at challengersports.com Interested in hosting a British Coach?

Contact Ian Edwards at iedwards@challengersports.com or call 443844-3033 Mail applications & checks payable to Challenger Sports to 8263 Flint, Lenexa, KS 66214 Tel: 800-878-2167, ext. 239 or email: chorvath@challengersports.com KING GEORGE COMMUNITY RESOURCES FOR YOUTH SPORTS Other resources in the County offering organized athletic programs include King George Little League, King George Youth Athletic Association, King George Patriots Team Gymnastics and YMCA.

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From personal checking and savings accounts to a complete range of business banking solutions provided with exceptional care, we are the region’s community bank.

Personal and business banking • Online/Mobile banking • Loans and lines of credit • Exceptional service King George 16384 Consumer Row King George, VA 22485 540-663-2050 Fredericksburg 1340 Central Park Blvd, Suite 106 Fredericksburg, VA 22401 540-412-6475

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Adult Programs Free Child Care Training In partnership with The Childcare Network/Child Care Aware Northern VA, we are hosting free child care training sessions. These workshops are open to all, but please register in advance so we know how many handouts to make. To register, please go to www.thechildcarenetwork. org For questions please call 540-373-3275.

Location: King George Parks and Recreation Center Wednesday, February 28, 6:30-8:30 pm Parents: Friends or Foes How do you feel about parents who work? What do parents think about childcare providers? This workshop will examine the mixed feelings from both sides and give strategies for bridging the gap.

Wednesday, March 25, 6:30-8:30 pm Improving Transition Times Moving from place to place, activity to activity, is often filled with tears, screaming, and tantrums. Help early childhood professionals learn how to smooth transitions to make them productive, fun times for children and stress free for adults.

educators to take an honest look at children and their feelings about them.

Explore what professionals can do to build positive relationships with all children – even the challenging ones.

Wednesday, May 27, 6:30-8:30 pm Avoid Behavior Problems – Teach Self-Control What is self-control? How does this help active and not so active children?

Participants will learn ways for teaching children self-control, which leads to better behavior. Help children develop this important skill to be ready for starting school.

Wednesday, June 24, 6:30-8:30 pm I want! I Want!! I WANT!!! : Building good consumers Advertising captures children. Take a close look at what advertising doesn’t want you to know. Learn the effects of marketing on children.

For questions or more information, contact Alicia Knight at 540-2260963

Wednesday, April 29, 6:30-8:30 pm Building Relationships with Children and Youth Who Challenge Us Have you ever been secretly pleased when one of the children in your group is absent? Some children are more difficult to work with than others. This professional development program will help early childhood

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Health and Wellness

Like most of our other programs, we take pleasure in offering programs that promote a healthier lifestyle and that are taught by certified instructors.

Tai Chi Tai Chi is an optimal exercise for all ages. It involves movements of the entire body without the risk of injury. Done in coordination with one’s concentration and breathing, these movements release tension through the body. The gently flowing progress of movements in tai chi cultivates whole-body health. A study by the Arthritis Foundation supports many benefits of tai chi, such as reduction of pain and inflammation, lowered blood pressure, improved immune function and improved balance and flexibility. This weekly tai chi exercise class will teach simple forms that are easy to learn, but challenging to master. Betty Doran and Linda Kline will lead the weekly sessions. $25 for students that know the entire Health Form & $50 for all others including new students; Drop-ins are $5 per class Age Day Date Time Cost Location All Thu 1/5-5/28 7:00 – 8:00pm $25/$50 Citizens Ctr.

beginning Line Dancing

Thursdays 5:30pm to 6:30pm through May 28. Cost: $5 Come out and learn some of the basics and some easy line dances with Danc’N Dave at teh Citizens Center.

Lee’s Line Dance Class Beginner AND Intermediate. Step sheets provided.

Age Day Date Time Cost Location All Mon 1/5-5/28 7:00 – 9:00pm $5 Citizens Ctr.

free community swimming YMCA & King George Parks & Recreation Community Partnership for a free Community Swim. Come out and enjoy the YMCA swimming pool. Bring the family.

Time: 1:00pm – 4:30pm Dates: Sundays in March (1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th)

Enrichment Programs Common $en$e

King George Bees – Quilting

Elementary School Level: This program is intended to begin building an understanding and appreciation for the dollars; start now – the benefits of saving; and how to manage money. Parents will be informed of the benefits of investing in their child’s future.

Middle School Level: Games/Activities that encourage greater understanding in money management, saving(s), goal setting, and budgeting of children/ young adults 12 – 16 years old. Parents will be offered information packet on financial literacy. Deadline: March 1st. Participants – Min: 10, Max: 50.

Level Age Day Date Time Cost Location Elementary 5-11 Sat 3/21 9-4, 10-12, 1-3 Free Citizens Ctr. Middle 12-15 Sat 3/21 9-4, 10-12, 1-3 Free Citizens Ctr.

Share in the joy of quilt making with the King George Bees and meet others in the community with the same interest. Choose your own colors and work at your own speed. These blocks may be used to make a sampler quilt. Our focus is making quilts from donated material and giving the quilts to charity. The regular K.G. Bees Quilting group will be meeting every Wednesday this winter. It is time to catch up and complete projects started this year. Take some hand quilting with you on vacation or come join the group from 1:30 - 3:30 pm on Wednesdays. Stop by the Citizen’s Center for details and sample square of the month.

Cropping at the Citizen Center Monthly workshops/crops are open to everyone. We invite you to pack up your family photographs, albums, laptops and scrapbooking supplies and join us. We give you the time needed to complete your album or card making projects. Refreshments are always provided. We will be cropping each month from 5:00 – 11:00 p.m.

Crop fee is $10.00 to be paid on nights attending. Beginners are always welcome!!! Beginners get one-on-one attention with one of our consultants. New product/ideas are introduced each month at 7:00 and our Digital Segment begins at 7:30 p.m. We can teach classes in Photo Organization, Traditional Scrapbooking, NonScrapbooking Techniques, and Digital Photo Albums/Storybooks.

Creative Memories Consultants are available on site to help you every step of the way. Beginner classes are available each month and start at 7:00 p.m. Contact Diane Eskey at 775-5091 for more information.

Age Day Date Time Cost Location 12 – adult Fri 2/6 5pm – 11pm $10 Citizens Ctr. 12 – adult Fri 3/6 5pm – 11pm $10 Citizens Ctr. 12 – adult Fri 4/3 5pm – 11pm $10 Citizens Ctr.

King George Art Group – Arts in the Community Bring your art supplies and come join us for an afternoon of sharing ideas and learning from each other in whatever median you create.

Bring your own supplies. We will meet on Tuesdays from 1:00 – 3:00pm.

Age Day Date Time Cost Location All Tue 1/1 - until 1:00-3:00pm Free Citizens Center

Flea/Craft Market @ the Citizens Center Last great opportunity to clean out your attic, basement or garage and make your goods someone else’s treasures! Event is open to the public at 8:00a.m and closes at 1:00p.m. Cost is $10 per table, 3 tables for $25 or 4 tables for $35. Interested in being a vendor, call for set-up information. Dates for 2015 are: April 4, May 2, June 6, August 1, September 5, and October 3

Blood Drive @ The Citizens Center Friday, April 17th Friday, August 7th Friday, December 4th

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Senior Citizens King George AARP – Luncheon/Meeting On the first Monday’s of each month, seniors from the area gather to find out issues that are important to them. Members bring a dish to share and enjoy the fellowship, meals and learn what is happening in AARP, local issues effecting seniors and often hear guest speakers. For more information, please call King George Parks & Recreation, (540) 775-4386.

Rappahannock Area Agency on Aging provides a Tuesday – Thursday on-site program at the Citizens Center from 9:00a.m – 1:00p.m. This program offers transportation to and from the Citizens Center, breakfast and lunch, activities and trips. For more information, please call 540- 273-7697 Tuesday – Thursday between 9:00a.m and 1:00p.m.

Senior Navigator King George County, in partnership with Senior Navigator, is pleased to provide our mature adult population information services that may assist them, or their caregivers, with information. Currently, the Smoot Library serves as the County’s Senior Navigator Center. Please feel free to stop by and gain access to a wealth of resources.

Currently, the County Parks and Recreation staff is looking for ideas from our mature adult community to let us know of activities they would like to see offered.

King George Parks & Recreation

Special events If you are looking for a good time, consider participating in a special event. Most of our special events are geared for the family to have a great time. They are a perfect way to spend time together.

“Sweetheart Dance” — Mother/Son Dance Friday, February 6th 6:30 – 9:00 pm Cost: $25.00 Ages: 5-12 Come enjoy this priceless occasion for mothers and their sons. Enjoy the evening with dinner, DJ and dancing. Includes a picture, games, chocolate fountain and more. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity.

Semi-formal attire required. Sponsored by King George Parks and Recreation and NARFE Premier Federal Credit Union. Sponsored

by King George Parks and Recreation and NARFE Premier Federal Credit Union.

“Sweetheart Dance” — Father/ Daughter Saturday, February 7th 6:30 – 9:00 pm Cost: $25.00 Ages: 7-12 Come enjoy this priceless occasion for fathers and their little girls.

Enjoy the evening with a sit down dinner, DJ and dancing. Includes a picture, games, chocolate fountain and more. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity. Semi-formal attire required. Sponsored by King George Parks and Recreation and NARFE Premier Federal Credit Union.

“Princess Ball” — Father/ Daughter Saturday, February 28th 6:00 – 8:30pm Cost: $25.00 Ages: 4-6 Come enjoy this priceless occasion for fathers and their little girls.

Enjoy the evening with a sit down dinner, DJ and dancing. Includes a picture, games, chocolate fountain and more. Meet and greet the princesses. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity. Semi-formal attire required. Sponsored by King George Parks and Recreation and NARFE Premier Federal Credit Union.

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Saturday, March 28th Cost $5.00 per child Potomac Elementary School 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Ages 12 and Under Eggs, Eggs, and More Eggs Get your picture with the Easter Bunny Crafts, Games, and Egg Hunt Enter the Easter Bonnet Contest - Several Prizes Awarded – will find those with the greatest hat and award prizes.

Rain or Shine

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Community Easter Egg Hunt

Save the date

Saturday, April 4th Don’t miss out on this great family event!

King George Parks & Rec will be hiding over 100 baskets and large eggs with prizes and toys throughout the community.

Event starts at 9:00am sharp and you must pre-register to win.

Final details must be picked up at King George Parks and Recreation Friday, April 3rd to participate.

February 6 – Mother/ Son Sweetheart Dance February 7 – Father/Daughter Sweetheart Dance (7 and over) February 28 – Father/Daughter Princess Ball (5-7) March 28 – Eggstravaganza April 4 – Community Egg Hunt April 10 – Kite Fly & Roller Skating May 2 – “Buddy Fine” Memorial Fishing Derby May 9 – Mother’s Day Tea June 27 – Patriotic Palooza August 13 – Backyard Carnival Fun October 10 – Fall Festival (Community Partnership) October 23 – Great Pumpkin Race October 31 – Halloween Funfest November 7 – Family Fun Day (NARFE) November 21-22 – Craft Fair & Holiday Bazaar December 12 – Santa Breakfast

KITE FLY & Roller Skating Friday, April 10th Rain Date: TBD Time 12:00 – 2:00pm Kite Fly 2:00- 3:00pm Skating Don’t miss this wonderful community event.

Bring the entire family out to enjoy and view over 100 kites.

Prizes Awarded for Most Unusual, Best Homemade, Longest Flying, Most Enthusiastic Flyer.

Skates should be brought by participants — either roller skates or inline skates. Music and snacks will be provided.

Fishing Derby Saturday, May 2 “Buddy Fines” Memorial Fishing Derby Time: 10:00am-12:30pm Ages: 12 and under This event is FREE Private Pond (Pre-registration required) Event limited to first 100 children. Must call to pre-register. 7754386.

Don’t forget to bring your fishing pole, camera, lawn chair, sunscreen, and bug spray!

Awards for “Catch of the Day”, everyone wins!

Mother’s Day Tea Saturday, May 9th Location: TBD Includes tea sandwiches, tea, picture, crafts and more.

“Patriotic Palooza” Saturday, June 27th 6-9 p.m. at Barnesfield Park Save the date and mark your calendar.

Come out and picnic in the park.

Petting zoo, games, crafts, food, entertainment, and more.

Celebrate King George.

Rock your RED, WHITE, and BLUE SPIRIT! Sponsored by KGP&R and NSWC Federal Credit Union.

PRIZES FOR BEST SHOWING! Stop in and pick up a flyer and all the details in April. (If you would like to get involved, volunteer, or participate contact Janine Paulsen @ 540-775-4386. Looking for organizations, activities, crafters, and more. Great way to showcase your business, promote your summer programs.

9:00 Enjoy and relax to a “Movie on the Lawn”.

It’s The “Great Pumpkin” Race Community Pumpkin Hunt @ Barnesfield Park Friday, October 23rd All ages. Bring your flashlight. Have fun looking for the “Great Pumpkin” and numerous smaller pumpkins or prize pumpkins for prizes. At least 25 prizes of $15 - $25 value. Grand Prize $100 gift card for the “Great Pumpkin”.

Fun for everyone!!! Participation is free.

Sponsored by NSWC Federal Credit Union.

Halloween FunFest Sat, October 31st @ The Citizen’s Center Ages 12 and Under $4.00 per child *Parents Free* An adult must accompany children. Wear your costume – “mystery Walkers” will award prizes for “Outstanding Costumes”. Don’t look for us, we will find you!

Come out and play carnival games, musical pumpkins, and flashlight egg hunt. Don’t miss the fun!

Craft Fair & Holiday Bazaar Saturday November 21st & 22nd at the Citizens Center Enjoy music, shopping, and refreshments Please bring a canned good for the local food bank No charge for admission

Santa Breakfast Saturday, December 12th at the Citizens Center 9:00 – 11:00am Light breakfast, Picture with Santa, Shamrock the Elf Shelf, Reindeer Games

Community Partners Events Builder Home Show – March 7th and 8th King George High School

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Tours4fun weekly trips King George Parks & Recreation is planning day trips to provide the community with a day filled with entertainment, education and leisure. Cost for transportation only! Please call Parks & Recreation for details and additional pricing. Limited Seating!

Janine Paulsen 540-775-4FUN

A Penny For Your Thoughts Leave Citizens Center @ 12:00pm Leave Casino @ 7:00pm $20 Transportation Fee Feeling Lucky? Spend the day at the casino playing the slots or trying your hand at the tables.

February 7 – Maryland Live Points of Interest: Enjoy the slots and tables Enjoy shopping at the mall March 7 – Maryland Live Points of Interest: Enjoy the slots and tables Enjoy shopping at the mall April 4 – Hollywood Slots, WVa Points of Interest: Enjoy the slots and tables Horse Racing Enjoy dining at one of their fine dining restaurants May 2 – Hollywood Slots, WVa Points of Interest: Enjoy the slots and tables Horse Racing Enjoy dining at one of their fine dining restaurants May 16 – Maryland Live Points of Interest: Enjoy the slots and tables Enjoy shopping at the mall

Medicaid

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Diagnostic, Preventative, Restorative, Diagnostic, Preventative, SurgicalNC and Orthodontia ENTAL Restorative, Surgical and Services for AND FAMIS PLUS CHILDREN MEDICAID, FAMIS, Orthodontia Services for Office

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Leave Citizens Center @ 8:00am (Limited coverage is also available for adults, age 21 and over) Leave DC @ 3:00pm M EDICAD, FAMIS, AND $20 Transportation Fee Please be advised we only treat Medic FAMIS PLUS CHILDREN We are unable to accept payment fo Enjoy a day in Washington DC,Diagnostic, visiting the Memorials, Monument, Preventative, Restorative, and more on the National Mall.

Providing Dental Care for the Smiles for C (Limited coverage is also available for adults, age 21 and over) February 11 – Lincoln Memorial, Koreanand War Memorial, and Surgical Orthodontia Services for Vietnam Veteran Memorial � ��Medicaid ����������������� ��� be advised we only treat , FAMIS, AND and FAMIS PPlease LUS CHILDREN MEDICAID March 25 – Thomas Jefferson Memorial, MLK Memorial, recipients.

World War II Memorial(Limited coverage is also available for adults, age 21 and over) We are unable to accepte payment for services.

(540) 625-2007 April 15 – Library of Congress Providing Dental Care for10246 the Smiles for Mo Kings recipients.

Highway Please be advised we only treat Medicaid Children Program.

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Leave Citizens Center @ 9:00am Providing Dental Care for the Smiles for Children Program.

Leave DC @ 2:30pm. Drop and Pick up. $20 Transportation Fee � �� ����������������� ���������� Enjoy a day in the Nation’s Capital touring different museums.

February 25 – Natural History Museum March 11 – Science Museum ($7:00 admission) March 18 – National Gallery of Art Museum (540) 625-2007 HOURS: April 1 – Holocaust Museum in DC Mon., Tues., Wed. 10246 Kings Highway April 29 – National Museum American Indian 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

King George, VA May 13 – American History Museum

Always accepting new patients!

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Overnight trips – Tours4fun Trip Insurance Available on all Trips with Travel Confident? – Ask for Details. Stop in or call for flyers with sample itineraries

Branson & The Ozarks April 19-25 7 Days – 6 Nights COST: $749 per person (double occupancy) Add $179.00 for single occupancy Package Includes: 6 Nights lodging , including overnights 6 Continental breakfasts 1 Lunch 4 Dinners Ice Cream Social with a Branson entertainer And more!

Savannah, GA & Charleston, SC May 12-15 4 Days – 3 Nights COST: $499 per person (double occupancy) Add $139.00 for single occupancy Package Includes: 3 Nights lodging 3 Breakfasts Southern-style buffet lunch at Paula Dean’s Lady & Sons 2 Full course dinners

Guided tours of Savannah, GA & Charleston, SC Charleston City Market Tour of Ft. Sumter Magnolia Plantation Home & Nature Tram Tour River Street District And more!

Cape Cod, Massachusetts July 13-17 5 Days – 4 Nights COST: $639 per person (double occupancy) Add $169.00 for single occupancy Package Includes: 4 Nights lodging 4 Breakfast Evening of entertainment Family escorted tours of: Hyannis area, including Kennedy Memorial & Main Street Provincetown Chatham Historic Sandwich Ferry to Nanticket Island, including a tour Cape Cod Canal Visitor’s Center Hyannis Harbor Cruise with view of Kennedy Compound And more!

Across Tennessee plus Asheville, North Carolina Nov. 10-17 8 Days – 7 Nights COST: $1099 per person (double occupancy) Add $299.00 for single occupancy Package Includes: 7 Nights lodging , including overnights 7 Breakfasts Lunch at the Deerpark Restaurant at Biltmore Estate 6 Dinners, including: Hatfield and McCoys Dinner Feud Smith Family Dinner Theatre King’s Palace Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theatre Blue Ridge Mountain Opry Dinner Show Elvis Presley’s Graceland Guided tour of Memphis, including the Peabody Ducks Additional spectacular performanes at: Grand Ole Opry Blackwood Morning Variety Show Guided tour of Nashville Country Music Hall of Fame Smoky Mountain Tour Tour & tasting at the Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine Biltmore Estate & Christmas Candlelight Evening Tour And more!

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Christmas in New york city Dec 4-6 3 Days – 2 Nights COST: $519 per person (double occupancy) Add $159.00 for single occupancy Package Includes: 2 Nights lodging 2 Breakfasts Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular featuring the Rockettes Back Door Tour of Radio City Music Hall Guided tour of Lower Manhattan Rockefeller Center Fifth Avenue Shopping Macy’s Herald Square And more!

Gaslight & Gingerbread Christmas Time in Cape May, NJ Dec. 14-16 3 Days – 2 Nights COST: $409 per person (double occupancy) Add $99.00 for single occupancy Package Includes: 2 Nights lodging at the Grand Hotel 2 Breakfasts 2 Dinners, including a Holiday Dinner/Show at Elaine’s Dinner Theatre Tour of 1879 Physick Estate Trolley tour of historic district Holly Trolly Lights Tour of Cape May “Holiday Inns” Tour of 3 Cape May Victorian Inns Free time on Washington Street Mall

Dog Daycare & Overnight Boarding!  Highly trained staff  Supervised off-leash play  Daily videos posted on Facebook

13543 Shiloh Loop King George, VA

We care for cats too!

540.775.5353

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King Automotive

New Classes!

Expanded Schedule!

Open Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. & every Sat. From 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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Therapeutic programs Staff is exploring programs to serve citizens with special needs. In exploring this area, we would be interested in hearing your ideas on programs that would better serve citizens with disabilities.

Call the Department for additional resources related to Therapeutic activities.

Registering for Programs Registering for a program is fairly easy. Unless otherwise noted, you may register for a program four ways: in person at the Citizens Center; sending registration form and payment by mail; by fax either using the form included in the program guide or one off the website; or online registration.

In person, come to the Citizens Center located at 8076 Kings Highway, fill out the registration form and make your payment by cash (exact payment please), money order or by check. Our business hours are Monday – Friday 8:00a.m – 5:00p.m. We have extended program registration hours Monday –Thursday 5:00p.m – 7:00p.m (payment by check or money order only).

By mail, send your completed registration form and payment to King George County Parks and Recreation, P.O. Box 71, King George, Virginia 22485. When sending by mail we encourage you to make a phone call two or three days after sending to make sure the Department received it.

Via fax if you are at a program deadline and followed up with a payment either by sending in the mail or coming in person to the office.

Online registration is available for those interested in making a payment by credit card. Currently, this is the only method participants may use with a credit card. Please note that there is a service charge when registering online. Our on-line registration site is www.active.com/browse/kinggeorgecounty Once you have registered, you will be given a receipt acknowledging your payment (exceptions include special events or walk-in programs where the instructor will collect the money for the class and forward it to our office). Please retain the receipt for your records.

Generally, we do not contact you about a program unless there is a change or cancellation. Please mark the starting date on your calendar. As a follow-up, you may want to call about a program you registered for just prior to the scheduled beginning date.

For team athletic programs, participant’s parents should call the Recreation office if you have not heard from a coach or a Recreation office staff member within a reasonable amount of time. We are attempting to get all coaches to notify their players by a specified date. This date is announced or included in our promotional flyers. If you are unsure of the date, please do not hesitate to contact our office or check on the website.

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Registration Form

KING GEORGE PARKS & RECREATION P.O. BOX 71 KING GEORGE, VA 22485 775-4386 E-mail: kgpr@co.kinggeorge.state.va.us

YOUTH REGISTRATION FORM PROGRAM TITLE: ________________________________________________________________________ Participant’s Name: _________________________________________________________________________ Age: ____ Grade: _____ Height: _____ Weight: ______ Birth Date: ___/___/___ Gender: Male or Female Parent’s Name: _______________________________________________________________________________ Phone: (___) ___________________(H) (___)_____________________ (W) (___) _____________________(C) Parent’s Name: _______________________________________________________________________________ Phone: (___) ___________________(H) (___)_____________________ (W) (___) _____________________(C) Mailing Address, City, State, Zip: E-mail: __________________________ Can you volunteer coach? Y

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What Sport? _________________

Please note the NUMBER OF YEARS applicant has played on a team. (Anywhere) ____________ Please give the name of a friend or closest relative we may contact if unable to reach you: Emergency Contact: _____________________________________ Relationship to child: ___________________ Phone: (___) ________________(H) (___)____________________ (W) (___) _____________________(C) *Have you registered with KG Alert? YES NO If NO, please go to www.kgalert.com to register. Please make sure you select ‘Parks and Rec” when registering to receive up to date information on cancellations or changes.

PLEASE NOTE: The King George County Department of Parks and Recreation does not provide Medical coverage or insurance for individual participants. All medical insurance protection must be provided by the participants.

I hereby give my consent and approval for my son/daughter to participate in this activity sponsored by the King George County Department of Parks and Recreation. I will not hold the Department, Instructors, Schools, Officials, Coaches or Employees of each responsible in case of accident or injury as a result of his/her participation in this program. I understand the risks involved with this activity and know my child is physically able to participate in this program. I have read and agree to abide by the applicable program rules.

In the event of an EMERGENCY, I hereby give my consent for the King George County Parks & Recreation Department to arrange for ____________________________ to be taken to the Emergency Room and to be treated by a Physician on Staff. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian Date

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By signing below, I give my permission to King George County Parks & Recreation to use photographs and videos of my child for publicity in order to increase community awareness of King George County Parks & Recreation programs and in any and other media without limitation.

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PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: TREASURER, KING GEORGE COUNTY For office use only: Amount Paid: $________ Check #________ Receipt # _________ Book____ Recdesk____

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