2016 fun guide sep dec by City of Johnson City

Welcome to the Parks and Recreation Fun Guide! This issue will cover the months of September, October, November and December, 2016. Our mission is to enhance community well being by providing responsive recreation opportunities, quality open space and preservation of natural habitats, and innovation in all aspects of our service operation. In coordination with the city’s Planning Department, the Parks and Recreation Department developed a long-range plan for 2000-2020 to define and prioritize the recreation needs of our community. The Plan outlines a clear vision toward meeting the community’s needs and serves as a framework to plan for the future. We want to provide quality programs to all participants. We want to provide the community with diverse recreation programs to meet the needs and interests of everyone. Because of the public’s diverse needs, creative input is important in developing new programs or improving existing ones. We would enjoy hearing about any ideas that you might have for us. In this guide, you’ll find a diverse selection of programs and special events designed to provide something for everyone. Classes are combined by categories rather than locations or age groups. So no matter your age, you can find the perfect program to meet your needs. It is our belief that parks, recreational opportunities and open spaces provide a foundation for the physical, social, economic, and environmental viability and well-being of our community. Join the Fun!

City Commission

Park Advisory Board

City Staff

Mayor Clayton Stout

Chair Andy Dotterweich

City Manager M. Denis Peterson

Vice Mayor David Tomita

Vice Chair Dr. Tim Zajonc

Assistant City Manager Charles Stahl

Commissioner Jeff Banyas

Dr. Robert Clemmons

Assistant City Manager Robert Wilson

Commissioner Jenny Brock

Ross Duncan

Parks Director Roger Blakeley

Commissioner Ralph Van Brocklin

Mark Durkee

Assistant Director James Ellis

Carrie Fleenor Larry Glaspie Jonathan Kinnick Charlie Stahl Grant Summers 2

Information Special Events Aquatics Arts … Music … Dance Classes / Programs Nature Fitness / Exercise Sports / Athletics Golf Senior Programs Facility Rentals Pavilions Parks & Facilities

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Administration 4137 Bristol Highway, Johnson City Phone: (423) 283-5815 Athletics 4137 Bristol Highway, Johnson City Phone: (423) 283-5822 Carver Recreation Center 322 W. Watauga Avenue, Johnson City Phone: (423) 461-8830 Freedom Hall Pool 1320 Pactolus Road, Johnson City Phone: (423) 461-4872 Golf Courses Buffalo Valley 190 Golf Course Road, Unicoi Phone: (423) 743-5021 Pine Oaks 1709 Buffalo Road, Johnson City Phone: (423) 434-6250 Memorial Park Community Center, Senior Services & Pool 510 Bert Street, Johnson City Phone: (423) 434-5749 (Recreation Services) Phone: (423) 434-6237 (Senior Services) Phone: (423) 434-5759 (Pools) Princeton Arts Center 2516 E. Oakland Avenue, Johnson City Phone: (423) 283-5800

www.myjcparks.org

Nature 4137 Bristol Highway, Johnson City Phone: (423) 283-5821

jcparksinfo@johnsoncitytn.org www.johnsoncitytn.org 3

DID YOU KNOW?

Parks provide intrinsic environmental, aesthetic and recreation benefits to our city. They are a source of positive economic benefits. They enhance property values, increase municipal revenue, bring in homebuyers and workers, and improve the quality of life for our citizens.

BY THE NUMBERS ...

24 parks in the park system 1,150 acres of park land 4 recreation facilities 1 multi-generational community center 23 lighted tennis courts 1 dog park 6 swimming pools 17 play structures 4 indoor basketball courts 1 boardwalk 1 lakefront area 2 boat ramps 1 18-hole disc golf course 2 amphitheaters 6 sand volleyball courts 29 picnic shelters 19.75 miles of hiking/walking trails 1 football stadium 1 baseball stadium 1 skateboard park 1 historic cabin 1 tree arboretum 5 multi-use athletic fields 10 youth baseball fields 83 youth softball 1,050 adult softball 12 soccer fields 760 recreation soccer players 64 youth kickball 81 summer tennis 10 softball fields 2 18-hole golf courses 35,452 rounds of golf played 1 art center 30,597 volunteer hours 2 foundations (1 park and 1 senior services) 50,164 senior participants 159 employees (48 full-time, 16 part-time, and 95 seasonal) 120,000 participants in recreation programs If you have volunteered in the past or are looking for a chance to give back to the community doing a worthwhile project, we have just the opportunity! Much of what we do at Johnson City Parks and Recreation is made possible through the hard work of our dedicated family of volunteers, not only do our volunteers save the city financial resources each year, they also allow us to do a number of things we simply could not afford to do otherwise. In the process, our volunteers help strengthen our community and solidify that Johnson City is a great place to live work, and PLAY. To volunteer call Chyrl at (423) 434-6226.

Parks and Recreation classes/programs: Classes/programs are offered at all center locations. Registration is available for most programs online. Walk-in registration is welcome at all locations during regular operating hours. Register Online: www.myjcparks.org Location

Address

Hours Monday - Friday

Phone

Administration Office (Pavilions)

4137 Bristol Highway

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

423-283-5815

Athletic Office

4137 Bristol Highway

8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

423-283-5822

Carver Recreation Center Saturday Sunday

322 W. Watauga

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. 12 a.m. - 6 p.m. 1 - 6 p.m.

423-461-8830

Princeton Arts Center

2516 E. Oakland Ave.

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

423-283-5800

Memorial Park Community Center & Pool

510 Bert Street

7 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday 9 am - 5 pm

423-434-5749

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Refunds will not be given on rentals and reservations. When inclement weather requires the cancellation of Johnson City schools, all scheduled classes and programs, with the exception of athletic league games, for that day will be cancelled and a full refund will be given. If the class, event or athletic program is cancelled by staff, a full refund will be given. If a class or program is partially cancelled by staff, a pro-rated refund will be given. Medical refunds may be considered upon request accompanied by a valid doctor’s note. No refunds will be given for a class, program or athletic program once it begins. Refunds will be given for a class, program or athletic program before it starts. If the class, program or athletic program is less than $10 a full refund will be given. Class, program or athletic program greater than $10 will be charged an administrative fee of $10. Transfers on department operated classes, programs or athletic programs can be transferred within the same division for the same fee, however the transfer must be made before the start date.

On occasion, our staff may use photography or videotape participants in department programs and classes, or at special events, festivals, or facilities. These photos are for our department use only and may be used in publications, brochures, pamphlets, flyers, social media, or video productions.

Resident/Non Resident Fees Johnson City residents make significant contributions to the operation of this department through the payment of property taxes. These contributions are above the fees that they also pay for programs and services as offered by the Parks and Recreation Department. In recognition of this contribution, Johnson City residents qualify for the “Resident” rate. Those who live outside the boundaries of the City of Johnson City and who participate within programs qualify for the “Non-Resident” rate.

Facebook and Twitter are sources of getting information out to the public. In the event a program is cancelled the public can always check out our Facebook page for the latest updates. We also highlight photos of our program attendees on our Facebook page. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/jcparkstn or follow us on Twitter @JCParksTN

Parks and Recreation provides summer seasonal job opportunities such as lifeguards, summer program staff, tennis instructors, athletic scorekeepers, and turf and maintenance staff.

Programs are sometimes cancelled or altered due to low registration, changes in staff or facility availability. Due to the large amount of information found in the Johnson City Parks and Recreation Fun Guide, errors before or after publication may occur. We apologize for any errors in this brochure and we will advise you of any changes as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding when these situations occur.

All facility participants are expected to follow the rules of the facilities. Specialty areas of the facilities, such as, pools and fitness areas have posted signs stating special rules specific to that area. Disregard or abuse of facility rules may result in removal by staff or police from the facility for a designated length of time or permanently.

The Johnson City Board of Commissioners adopted a tobacco-free policy for the City’s park system on September 6, 2007. The use of tobacco products on City-owned park land, park facilities, and open space is prohibited. 6

Recreational activities/programs are intended to challenge and engage the physical, mental and emotional resources of each participant. Despite careful and proper preparation, instruction, medical advice, conditioning and equipment, there is still a risk of serious injury when participating in any recreational activity/program. Understandably, not all hazards and dangers can be foreseen. Depending on the particular activity, participants must understand that certain risks, dangers and injuries due to inclement weather, slipping, falling, poor skill level or conditioning, carelessness, horseplay, unsportsmanlike conduct, premises defects, inadequate or defective equipment, inadequate supervision, instruction or officiating and all other circumstances inherent to indoor and outdoor recreational activities/programs exist. In this regard, it must be recognized that it is impossible for the City of Johnson City to guarantee absolute safety.

Administration Main Number (423) 283-5815

Park Services John Grindstaff, Park Services Manager (423) 975-2670

Memorial Park Community Center Main Number (423) 434-5750

Roger Blakeley, Parks Director (423) 283-5815

Roger Cox, Assistant Manager (423) 975-2670

Recreation Services Desk (423) 434-5749

James Ellis, Assistant Director (423) 434-5771

Cindy Bogart, Administrative Coordinator (423) 975-2670

Senior Services Desk (423) 434-6237

Missy Hollifield, Office Manager (423) 283-5870

Recreation Services Sam Miller, Recreation Services Manager (423) 283-5820

Aquatics Desk Memorial Park Community Center (423) 434-5755

Linda Guess, Clerical Specialist (423) 283-5815

Herb Greenlee, Carver Center Supervisor (423) 461-8831

Amanda Hollifield, Operations Manager (423) 434-5753

Mary Ann Kinch, Marketing & Events (423) 283-5827

Karen Henninger, Aquatics Supervisor (423) 434-5754

Kelly Finney, Center Supervisor (423) 434-5758

Michele Smith, Accounts Clerk (423) 283-5828

Freedom Hall Pool (423) 461-4872

Tina Sparks, Maint./Custodial Supervisor (423) 434-2056

Picnic Pavilion Rentals (423) 283-5815 www.myjcparks.org

Memorial Park Community Center Pool Receptionist (423) 434-5759

Senior Services Donna Campbell, Office Manager (423) 434-6230

Athletics David Carmichel, Athletic Manager (423) 283-5825 Softball & T-Ball Text Alerts Text: cojc.7 Number: 77943 Batter’s Up Batting Cages (423) 283-9633

Mary Lee Baker, Center Supervisor Princeton Arts Center (423) 283-5800

Chyrl McLaughlin, Program Coordinator (423) 434– 6226

Golf Jim Hughes, Golf Director (423) 483-5838

Buffalo Valley Golf Course (423) 743-5021

Connie Deegan, Nature Program Coordinator (423) 283-5821

Deb Fogle, Program Coordinator (423) 434-6231 David Montgomery, Accounts Clerk (423) 6236 Pine Oaks Golf Course (423) 434-6250

Swimming

The department operates the indoor aquatics facilities at Memorial Park Community Center (423) 434-5575, and the outdoor pool on Legion Street (423) 461-4856. Freedom Hall Pool re-opens on September 1.

Swim Lessons Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Teaching Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 for availability Dates: Vary with each session Times: Vary with each session Age: Beginner – Advanced 4 -13 years Cost: $40 per session per child for Beginner I - Advanced Water you wading for? Learn to swim! Beginner through Advanced consists of eight 30 minute lessons for $40. Beginner: This level is for beginners who have had little to no experience in the water, outside of the bathtub. The swimmers will work on gaining confidence and competence in the pool environment including submersion and breath control. To move into the intermediate level, the swimmer should be able to demonstrate going underwater for 5 or more seconds, floating on front and back, kicks on front and back, doggie paddling, and exiting the water safely - all with little to no assistance. Intermediate: This level will allow training swimmers to complete all skills in the water with no assistance. Swimmers will start developing freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke. To move on to the Advanced level, the swimmer must demonstrate floating on front and back and then regaining to their feet, streamline gliding on front and back with leg action, freestyle arm action with support, backstroke arm action with support, rolling to front and back, sculling, and water safety knowledge. Advance: This session will develop competency in freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke. Swimmers will also begin learning butterfly and flip turns. When the skills are completely learned in this level, the swimmer should be ready to join a swim team.

Masters Swimming Freedom Hall

Instructor: Chris Coraggio Call: (423) 833-5595 Date: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 6–7 am Age: 18 and older Cost: $50 per month Location: Freedom Hall Pool Join this group of adult swimming enthusiasts for organized workouts supervised by a professional coach. Participants range in ability from novice to former high school and college athletes. This motivational group will get you into shape, help train you for triathlons, and improve your techniques!

Kayak Roll Class Location: Freedom Hall Pool Date: Tuesday 7:30 – 8:45 pm Age: 5 and older Cost: $2 per class Need a place to practice with your Kayak? Come join us in the pool to perfect your Kayak skills. Kayaks are not provided. Note: This is not an open swim must be in a kayak for the majority of the time. Requirements: Must be able to swim 25 meters freestyle without stopping to participate

obtain badges. If you would like for our team members to assist with instruction, please bring skill requirements prior to your scheduled date. Reservations must be made one week prior to scheduled date. *Troop leaders, please come prepared!

Cardio Waves Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Time: 6-7 pm Ages: All Cost: $3/class, $25/month High intensity water aerobics program geared towards individuals who are looking to push their limits. All equipment is provided. Instructor: Kim McLeod

SilverSneakers® Splash

Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Therapy Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 11:45 am - 12:45 pm Scout Water Badges Ages: 50+ Cost: SilverSneakers® members only. Location: Freedom Hall Pool Silver Sneakers® Splash is a fun, Registration: Call to reserve a date one energizing program that helps older adults week in advance take greater control of their health by Time: Thursdays 7:30 – 8:45 pm encouraging physical activity and offering Cost: $10 for groups of 10 Reservations required. This time is set aside social events. Instructor: Heidi Perry for Boy and Girl Scout troops to work on their water skills that are necessary to 29

Arthritis Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Therapy Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday 11–11:40 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $3 per class or $25/ month Have a form of arthritis? This is an activity that can help manage the symptoms of arthritis. This class helps get you moving with a low impact exercise. It is held in our therapy pool which is equipped with a handicap lift. Instructor: Heidi Perry

Aqua Mix Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Tuesday, Thursday 9–10:30 and Saturday 9:15–10:45 am Ages: All Cost: $3 per class or $25 per month Looking for a challenging workout? Get in over your head with us for some intense water aerobics. This class uses floatation belts to keep you afloat while doing exercises in deep water. The focus is on toning, cardiovascular, endurance and core work. No swimming skills needed. Instructor: Kim McLeod

Morning Water Aerobics Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Time: 9–10 am Ages: All Get in shape, enjoy a shallow water class which combines cardiovascular work, muscle toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided. A doctor’s clearance is required before participating in the class. Cost: $3 per class or $25 per month Instructor: Heidi Perry

Evening Water Aerobics Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Tuesday and Thursday Time: 6-7 pm Ages: All Cost: $3/class or $25/month Get in shape, enjoy a shallow water class which combines cardiovascular work, muscle toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided. A doctor’s clearance is required before participating in the class. Instructor: Heidi Perry

Recreation swim time is perfect for bringing the kids to play. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by someone at least 16 years of age or older. Any child 6 or younger must be within arm’s length of an adult at all times. Patrons must exit the pool 15 minutes after the close of open swim.

NOTICE Freedom Hall Pool will re-open on September 1.

Open Swim Location: Freedom Hall Pool Call: (423) 461-4872 Date and Time: Friday 7– 8:45 p.m. (Year Round) Saturday 1– 4:45 p.m. (Year Round) Location: Freedom Hall Pool Cost: $3 (ages 13 and up) $2 (ages 4–12) Free (ages 3 and under)

Power Walking Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Time: 10 –10:45 am Ages: All Cost: $3/class or $20/per month This shallow water locomotion class is perfect for those who need a workout

but require a low impact program. A doctor’s clearance is advised before participating in the class. Instructor: Heidi Perry

Open Swim Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date and Time: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 4-5:45 pm Saturday 1-4:45 pm Cost: $3 (ages 13 and up) $2 (ages 12 and under) Free (ages 3 and under)

Home School Swim Location: Memorial Park Community Center Pool (Teaching Pool) Date: Tuesday and Thursday Time: 2 - 4 pm Ages: All Cost: $3/13 and older; $2/12 and under A time to swim during Memorial Park Community Center’s home school P.E. program.

Lap Swim Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date and Time: Monday-Friday 7-8:30 am Monday-Friday 11:30 am -1:30 pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7-8:45 pm Saturday 11 am -1 pm Cost: $2/person

Lap Swim at Freedom Hall Location: Freedom Hall Pool Call: (423) 461-4872 Date and Time: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 7:30 – 8:45 pm Saturday 11 am–1 pm

Senior Lap Swim Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Lap Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date and Time: Monday-Friday 1:30–3:30 pm Cost: $2 per person Need time to swim? We offer several options, whether your choice is swimming laps, aqua jogging or just doing your own thing we have a time to fit your needs. The senior lap swim program is for those ages 55 or older.

Mommy and Me Swim Time Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Teaching Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date and Time: Monday-Friday 12 pm-2 pm (August – May) Monday-Friday 1-2 on (June-July) Ages: 4 and under Cost: $1 per visit Parents are you looking for a time when it is less crowded to bring your little ones to the pool? The shallow end of the pool has been set aside for you and your little one to enjoy the water. Swim diapers are required for non-potty trained children.

Home School Swim Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Teaching Pool) Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Tuesday and Thursday Time: 2-4 pm Ages: Open to all ages Cost: $3 for 13 and older $2 for 12 and under

Pool Parties Location: Freedom Hall Pool Call: (423) 461-4872 Saturday Party Times: 1– 2 p.m. 2:10 – 3:10 p.m. 3:20 – 4:20 p.m. Location: Freedom Hall Pool (Closed May 31st-July 1st) Note: Saturday party room rentals are held during open swim time (1:00 – 4:45 p.m.). Participants can swim anytime from 1:00 - 4:45. The party room can be rented for 1 hour so that guests can eat and open their gifts. The cost of the party room is $25. Swimmers and nonswimmers will pay a rate of $1 per person for their party guests. Sunday Party Time: (Private Pool Party) Times: 1– 3 p.m. 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Cost: $90 / 2 hours (2 hour minimum includes 2 lifeguards) 51-100 swimmers, add 1 guard $35 / 2 hours 101-150 swimmers, add 2 guards $65 / 2 hours 151-200 swimmers, add 3 guards $95 / 2 hours

Sunday parties are private parties that run in 2-hour time slots. The time includes 2 hours with 2 lifeguards and up to 50 guests, which includes swimmers and nonswimmers. Additional fees are required for more guests. Guests will be asked to exit the water 15 minutes prior to the end of their party and exit the building by the end of their party time.

Pool Parties Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5755 Date and Time: Saturdays 5 pm-7 pm Cost: $90.00 / 2 hours (2 hours minimum includes 3 lifeguards) 51-100 swimmers, add 1 guard $35 / 2 hours 101-150 swimmers, add 2 guards $65 / 2 hours 151-200 swimmers, add 3 guards $95 / 2 hours Parties are scheduled in 2-hour time segments. The time includes 2 hours with 2 lifeguards and up to 50 guests, which include swimmers and non-swimmers. Additional fees are required for additional guests. Guests will be asked to exit the water 15 minutes prior to the end of their party and exit the building by the end of their 2-hour slot.

Junior Lifeguard Training Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5755 Date: Tuesdays, October 25-November 29 Time: 6:30-8 pm Ages: 11-16 Cost: $10 Junior lifeguarding has a strong focus on developing swimming skills to help participants meet the lifeguarding course prerequisite. The course also introduces participants to life saving skills, such as inwater rescues, use of a rescue tube, and first aid, CPR, and AED. Instructor: Lauren Fowler

Pumpkin Swim Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5755 Date and Time: Friday, Oct. 28 4 pm-5:45 pm Cost: $5 per person We will float several pumpkins in our teaching pool and allow participants to swim around and choose their favorite one! After pumpkins have been chosen, we will have everyone dry off and move to the activities room where they will paint/ decorate their new pumpkin!

Fairy Garden Creations Location: Memorial Park Community Center Amateur Photography Club Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5744 Date: Thursdays Sept. 1- Sept. 29 Call: (423) 434-5749 Time: 5:30-6:15pm Date: First Monday of the month Ages: 6+ Time: 1-3 pm Cost: $10 Ages: Adult Be a part of the latest gardening trend! Cost: Free If you’re just starting out, or want to brush up This program includes building fairy accessories for individual miniature on your skills, take field trips and photos gardens. Accessories will include a fairy then come and join us! house, bench, pool, gate, and more. Each participant will take home their Next Step Photography Club completed fairy garden at the end of the Location: Memorial Park Community Center program. Call: (423) 434-5749 Instructor: Lauren Fowler. Date: Third Tuesday of each month Time: 6:30 pm Ages: Adult Cost: Free If you have a Basic technical knowledge of your camera, a desire to learn and experience more, understand some of the creative control functions like aperture, shutter speed, composition, use of the manual settings on your camera and ready to delve deeper in to image creation and gain a broader knowledge of photography, then Next Step Photography is for you.

Needle and Fiber Arts

Adult Coloring Group

Location:

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesdays Time: 1-2:30 pm Ages: Adult Cost: Free Join the new trend in Adult Coloring! Bring your colored pencils, crayons, markers (or use ours) and relax and color in the company of friends and new friends. Coloring sheets will be provided or you can bring your own.

Memorial Park Community

Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays Time: 1-4 pm Ages: Adult Cost: Free A gathering of folks who are interested in the fiber arts. Bring your project to work on and share ideas and skills. Join this group to share and learn and enjoy the company of others while you work. Please clean up when you are finished and don’t store items at the Center.

Acrylics Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesdays Time: 12:30 pm Ages: Adult Cost: $10 Join “Art” Holsclaw to paint and share. Designed for beginners or experienced painters. Registration deadline is Monday before each class.

Open Craft Time Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Fridays Time: 1-4 pm Ages: Adult Cost: Free Take advantage of our beautiful creative space! Bring a project and work in the company of other crafters. Just clean up when you are finished and please don’t store items at the Center.

Writer’s Circle Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Second and fourth Thursdays Time: 10 am Ages: Adult Cost: Free Join this group to share ideas for writing better stories and share your own writings for discussion with the group.

Basic Scrapbooking

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursday, September 1 Time: 1-3 pm Ages: Adult Cost: $3 Join Patrice Wells for her Scrapbooking Class! Bring a selection of pictures, and any scrapbook paper and basic tools and cutting tools you might have. Supplies will also be furnished.

String Quilting

ArtsyMe Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Date: September 2 Time: 10-10:30 am Ages: 2-3 Cost: $25/month ArtsyMe classes encourage young children to explore, create, learn and experiment with a wide variety of art resources.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays, September12 & 19 Time: 1-3 pm Ages: Adult Cost: Free Come and create a lap quilt with this fun and easy technique. This is a beginner level sewing project, using strips of fabric and machine stitching. All supplies will be furnished and you will take home a finished project. If you have a portable sewing machine, please bring it if you would like.

Paper Quilting Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursday, September 22 Time: 1-3 pm Ages: Adult Cost: $3 Join Patrice and learn the art of paper quilting. You will create a quilt pattern sampler which will be suitable for framing. 37

MyArt

Gold in Girls

Location:

Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: September 19 Date: Monday, October 3 Time: 1-3 pm Ages: 6-11 Cost: $5 Stroll through the land of gold and glitter that will take you to a place where you will design and create your very own golden canvas painting.

Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: September 2 Date: Tuesday, September 6 Time: 1-1:30 pm Ages: 4-5 Cost: $30/month MyArt preschooler’s will take pride and gain satisfaction in creating fun and outrageous art projects each week.

Jr. Artist of the Month Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: Call to register Date: Monthly Time: Gallery Hours, 9 am-5 pm Ages: 2-11 Cost: Free Calling all Jr. Artists to display your original art work on a monthly basis. An open reception date is available for reservation to showcase to friends and family.

Blue’s Brothers

Art On!

Homeschool Art

Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: September 2 Date: Thursday, September 8 Time: 3:45-5 pm Ages: 6-11 Cost: $35/month Come right after school where you can bring it on and have some fun creating unique art activities using your individual technique and creativity.

Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: September 20 Date: Tuesday, October 4 Time: 1-3 pm Ages: 6-11 Cost: $5 Blue is a cool color that is strong and shows creativity. You will paint a landscape depicting what blue means to you and how it makes you feel.

Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: September 2 Date: Thursday, September 8 Time: 10-11:15 am Ages: 4 and older Cost: $3/class The things you would never think to try in art seem to work out sometime with satisfaction. We will try some “out of the norm” art projects to see the end result.

Casual Coloring Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: September 26 Date: Monday, October 3 Time: 10 am-noon Ages: Adults Cost: Free Relax and color your world with your favorite coloring book. Bring your own coloring book or pick a page from Mandala or Zentangle. All coloring pages and supplies will be provided.

Artist of the Month Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: Call to register Date: Monthly Time: Gallery Hours, 9 am-5 pm Ages: 12 and older Cost: 10% commission Calling all Artists to display your original art work on a monthly basis. An open reception date is available for reservation to showcase to friends and family.

Open Art Studio Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: Open Date: every Tuesday Time: 1-4 pm Ages: Adult Cost: Free Princeton Arts has the space, table, chairs, and water. Please bring your art supplies and art that you are working on.

Scarecrow Dough Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: October 7 Date: Friday, October 21 Time: 3:45-5:30 pm Ages: 6-10 Cost: $4 We will use basic art dough ingredients to create Fall/Halloween ornaments to use for home decorations .

Mask Making Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: October 14 Date: Friday, October 21 Time: 10-11:15 am Ages: 2-5 Cost: $2 The mask is a face I can hide behind and become something different. Come and design a scary or funny face mask using simple arts and crafts materials.

Décor’ Baskets Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: November 4 Date: Friday, Nov.ember18 Time: 10-11:15/ 3:45-5:30 Ages: 2-5 /6-10 Cost: $3/$5 Come and decorate a basket using fun and easy materials to create a unique centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table.

Candy Cane Crew & Chase

Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: December 5 Date: Monday, December 19 Time: 1-3 pm Ages: 6-11 Cost: $5 Dress up your candy cane crew with art materials then let the chase for candy canes begin! (The chase is outdoors bring a coat)

Christmas Moves Location: Princeton Arts Center Phone: (423) 283-5800 Registration Deadline: December 6 Date: Tuesday, December 20 Time: 1-3 pm Ages: 6-11 Cost: $5 Action painting is fun! We will paint to the rhythm with Christmas music and create fantastic pieces of artwork that can be shared with loved ones around the holiday season.

Santa’s Mailbox Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: December 1-20 Time: Monday-Friday 7 am-9pm, Saturday 9am-5pm Ages: 18 and under Cost: Free Letters to Santa can be mailed in a special mailbox at Memorial Park Community Center, without any postage. Santa’s

helpers pick up the mail every day and make sure it gets to the North Pole before Christmas Eve. Letters must be submitted by December 21. Please make sure a return address is included so the Santa can answer your letter!

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Varies Time: Varies Cost: There is a monthly discount for taking 2 or more classes per month  One 45 min class/$40  Two 45 min classes/$65  One 45 min class & one 30 min class/$60  One 30 min class/$35 Dancers Dream classes - Children, teen, adult, pre-school dance, creative movement, tap, ballet, hip hop, clogging, Bollywood, lyrical ballet, praise dance.

Glitter Dolls Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday Time: 5-5:45pm Ages: 3-5 years Cost: $40/month Creative Movement , Beginning Tap, Ballet and Acro Hoop Hop. An exciting dance class for the budding ballerina! Many dance styles taught within age appropriate dances and drills. Acting 40

through movements, tap, and basic ballet along without original Acro Hoop Hop using hula hoops for balance in FUN Acro Hoop Hop routines! Weekly dance/art coloring with “Miss TuTu!” Seasonal dance parties and June recital. Parents are welcome and invited to dance along in weekly classes. Pre-registration is required.

Glamour Girlz Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday Time: 5:45-6:30 pm Ages: 6-10 years Cost: $40/month Tap, Ballet, and Hip Hop. An energetic dance class with FUN age appropriate lessons & routines within each dance style all rolled up into one class! Teaches basic tap & ballet technique along with awesome Hip Hop dances and drills! Improves coordination, grace, and self-confidence! Seasonal dance parties and June stage production recital! Cost: $40/month Tap, Ballet, and Hip Hop. An energetic dance class with FUN age appropriate lessons & routines within each dance style rolled up in one class! Teaches basic tap & ballet technique along with awesome Hip Hop dances and drills! Improves coordination, grace, and self-confidence! Seasonal dance parties and June stage production recital! Pre-registration is required.

Hip Hop Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday Time: 7-7:30 pm Ages: 8+ Cost: $35/month FUN, high energy, dance class, learning Hip Hop combinations and routines! Hip Hop is a great class that can be taken for weight loss, and building coordination. Popular class for teens who love to dance! Take weekly for fun or participate in the June recital or community events! Pre-registration is required.

“Gypsy Heart” Ballet Belly Dance Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday Time: 7:30-8 pm Ages: All ages Cost: $35/month Graceful fusion belly dance using coined hip skirts! This class will teach the basic belly dance movements incorporating ballet, within this enchanting dance style. This class is appropriate for all ages, and is a beautiful class for gaining, grace and poise through self-expression. Take for exercise or perform with the Gypsy Heart Dancers. Instructor: Amy Simmons

Location: Carver Recreation Center (423) 461-8830 The after school program follows the school year for grades K –12. Space is limited. Cost for the school year is $50 per person, which includes Kids Café, tutoring, exercise, and nutrition counseling, transportation from select schools, and field trips. A transportation form and application must be completed prior to enrollment. Forms are available at Carver Recreation Center, 322 W. Watauga Avenue. Schedule runs Sept. through December. Program

Day

Time

Age

On Track Homework Helpers

Monday-Thursday (Afterschool program )

3 - 5:30 pm

6 -18

Meet the Doctors

Begins in Sept.

4 - 5 pm

6-16

Jr. G’s

Tuesdays & Thursdays

4 - 5 pm

6 - 12

On Track Homework Helpers

Characters Counts

Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Coming school year 2016-2017 Time: 3-5:30 pm Ages: 6 - 18 Cost: The program is designed for K-12 and features supervised homework assistance with Robert McKinney, Milligan Link Students & Johnson City School teachers. Tutoring is offered in all subjects as well as special projects assistance as needed.

Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Monday – Thursday (ongoing through school year) Time: 4-5 pm Ages: All Cost: Free Character counts materials teach how to be respectful with a six point character development model which are reviewed daily on getting along with others, developing better hygiene, hand washing, and developing a strong character, to become young gentlemen and young ladies. The six pillars: Respect, Trustworthiness, Responsibility, Fairness, and Caring & Citizenship will be taught. 42

Meet the Doctors

Girl Scouts

Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Dates: Begins in September Time: 4-5 pm Ages: 6-16 Cost: Free Kids will be participating in classes as Ready Set Fit, Nutrition, & Anatomy with E.T.S.U. Medical Students. Kids will learn the importance of staying healthy for the mind & body.

Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Every Other Thursday beginning Aug 18 Time: 4:30-5:30 pm Ages: 6-12 Cost: $ 25 Fee Girl Scouts will learn the basics or how to be an outstanding young woman by interacting with the community and giving back. They will also have a chance to earn badges and go on field trips.

Jr. Gs Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays (ongoing with the school year) Time: 4-5 pm Ages: 6-12 Cost: Free Year-round programming for young people learning about gardening, composting, worm farming, greenhouse use, herbs, and food preservation. Instructor: Carver Staff

Nutrition Program /E.T.S.U. Students Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Sept. 27, Oct. 17, 18, 24, 25, Nov. 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 28 & 29 Time: 4:15 -5:30 pm Ages: K-12 Cost: Free Year-round learning with nutritional games and fun-to-make snacks lead by ETSU Dietetic students. The curriculum will help young people understand “Energy Balance” and healthy lifestyle choice.

Food Forest Thursday Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Thursdays (Beginning on September 22) Time: 4-5 pm Ages: All (open to the community) Cost: Free Food & education learning skills with gardening opportunities outdoors.

Arts & Crafts Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Monday - Grades K-4 Tuesday - Grades 5-6 Thursday - Grades 7–12 Friday - Free Day Time: 4–5:30 p.m. Ages: 6-16 Cost: Free Learn and enjoy various arts. Work in a variety of art and craft mediums. Learn through painting, drawing, collage building, and other forms of artistic expression.

Fall Break Camp (Johnson City Schools) Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Registration: September 2 Date: Oct. 3-7 Time: 9 am-4 pm Ages: 6-12 Cost: $40/child Enjoy Fall Break at MPCC the week of Oct. 3. Campers will enjoy sports, art and crafts, movies, games, and swimming. Please pack a lunch and bring swim clothes for your child every day. Camp is from 9 am-4:00 pm with an option for early and late pick up 7:30 am-5:15 pm for an additional $10. Limited to first 80 paid participants!

Fall Break Camp (Washington County Schools) Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Registration: September 2 Date: October 10-14 Time: 9am-4pm Ages: 6-12 Cost: $40/child Campers will enjoy sports, art and crafts, movies, games, and swimming. Please pack a lunch and bring swim clothes for your child every day. Camp is from 9 am4 pm with an option for early and late pick up 7:30 am-5:15 pm for an additional $10. Limited to first 80 paid participants!

Winter Break Camp (Johnson City and Washington County Schools) Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Registration: Begins November 21 Date: December 19-29 Time: 9 am-4 pm Ages: 6-12 Cost: $75/child Campers will enjoy sports, art and crafts, movies, games, and swimming. Please pack a lunch and bring swim clothes for your child every day. Normal camp hours are from 9 am-4 pm with an option for early and late pick up 7:30 am-5:15 pm for an additional $10. Limited to first 80 paid participants!

Krazy Kamp Day! (Johnson City and Washington County Schools) Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Registration: Begins November 21 Date: December 30 Time: 9 am-4 pm Ages: 6-12 Cost: $30/child Let’s get KRAZY! Krazy Kamp Day is not your average camp day! Campers will enjoy games, swimming, a field trip to an awesome restaurant for lunch, and a surprise place afterwards! Campers are to be at the center no later than 9:30 am to attend the field trip. Cost includes lunch and field trip. Camp is from 9 am-4 pm with an option for early 44

and late pick up 7:30 am-5:15 pm for an additional $10. Limited to first 30 paid participants!

Keyboarding Fall Break Camp (Johnson City Schools) Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Oct. 3-7 Time: 9 am-4 pm Ages: 6-14 Cost: FREE (For registrants of the After School Program) Carver Staff will be working with the kids. We will take field trips, play games and provide lunch.

Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Mondays (Begins September 12) Four open slots available. Time: 4-4:30 pm (Beginners) 4:30-5 (Adults) Ages: 12 & older Cost: Free Learn beginner keyboarding with one of the best musicians in our area. You can learn to read music and play the piano in no time. Workbook materials will be available at no cost. Instructor: Vincent Dial

Drumming Circle Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Mondays (Begins August 22) Ongoing thru School year Time: 4–5 pm Ages: Grades K-4 Cost: Free Kids will learn about different drums. They will also learn the proper way to play the different drums as well as learn to make beats & music with the drum circle. Instructor: Kirk Roberts

Disc Golf

Gym Activities Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Days/Ages: Monday - Grades 5-6 Tuesday - Grades K-4 Wednesday - Open Run Thursday - Grades 7–12 Friday - Free Day Time: 4–5:30 pm Cost: Free Kids will participate in games such as Kickball, Corn Hole, Basketball Fitness, Four-square, and Dodgeball as well as backyard games.

Co-Ed Kickball Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Mondays Time: 5–6 pm Ages: Grades K–4 Cost: Free Kids will be divided up into groups to play against each other for fun for one hour. Rules are based on age.

Co-Ed Flag Football Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Thursdays Time: 5:30–7 pm Ages: Grades 5–12 Cost: Free Kids will be divided up into different teams and rules will be given out. Each team will receive jerseys of a different color. The game will be played for fun.

Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Tuesdays Time: 5:30–7 pm Ages: Grades 5–12 Cost: Free Disc Golf, also known as Frisbee golf. It’s a game that is very similar to traditional ball golf. Instead of using golf balls and golf clubs, players throw a disc into a basket or at a target. Score is kept the same with the lowest score winning.

Friendship Kids Walkers Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Monday- Friday (Year Round) (ongoing with the school year) Time: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Ages: All Ages Cost: Free Kids will be able to walk as much as they can for each month. It will be recorded and kept on file. At the end of each month the kid who has walked the most miles will receive a gift. This is a goal for our kids to Stay Fit and Healthy for the Mind & body.

Open Gym Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday-Friday 3:00-5:00pm (Closed first and third Friday) Saturday 1-5 pm Ages: Open to all ages (12 & under must be accompanied by an adult) the Memorial Park Community Center gymnasium. Court 1 will be used for shooting the basketball, and Court 2 will be used for open run. Times are subject to change due to programs and events.

Teen Center Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Monday- Friday Time: 5–7 pm Ages: Grades 5-12 Cost: Free Description: Teens will have different activities on a daily basis such as X Box 1, Billiards, Foosball, the teen room will consist of providing a safe and fun place with adult supervision and good peer support. We hope to influence good decision making abilities for our teens.

Evening Owl Prowl Location: Winged Deer Park, Robert Young Cabin Call: (423) 283-5821 Date: September 16 Time: 7:30-9 pm Ages: Families Fee: $1 Join us just as the sun sets for a short talk on just what makes an owl an owl; from their talons up to their amazing eyes. Afterwards, we’ll take a short walk on the wooded trails and using specific calls, we hope to locate some of the owls that live in the park. Instructors: Naturalists Larry McDaniel and Connie Deegan

Hunter's Moon Twilight Experience Location: Outdoor classroom at Winged Deer Park (Park at far end of disc golf parking lot across from boat ramp & look for signs) Call: (423) 283-5821 Date: October 21 Time: 7:30-8:30 pm Ages: Families Fee: $1 After some sensory experiments with sight, sound, smell, touch, etc., we will take a short hike on the wooded trails around the ‘back forty’. How do we stack up being a nocturnal animal? Perfect for families. Bring a flashlight.

Instructor: Connie Deegan, Nature Program Coordinator

Behold the Bat Location: Outdoor classroom at Winged Deer Park (Park at far end of disc golf parking lot across from boat ramp & look for signs) Call: (423) 283-5821 Date: November 5 Time: 10-11 am Ages: Families Fee: $1 Bats are one of the most mysterious and least understood groups of mammals. Learn of their benefits and struggles. Get the dos and don’ts of attracting them to your property with a bat house. Instructor: Connie Deegan, Nature Program Coordinator

Weight Room

Family Gym

Location: Carver Recreation Center Call: (423) 461-8830 Date: Monday - Sunday Year Round Time: 9 am - 2:30 pm Monday-Friday 5:30-7 pm Saturday 1-6 pm Sunday Ages: 13 and up Cost: Youth & Women $3/month Ages 18 and up - $7/month Equipped with a Universal Weight Station, free weights, bench press, and squat bar.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Tuesday and Thursday 6-8 pm Ages: All ( children must be accompanied by an adult) Cost: Free If you need somewhere to bring the children and enjoy family fun this is the place for you! Date and time subject to change depending on programs scheduled.

Open Gym Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday-Friday 3-5 pm (closed First & third Friday) Saturday 1-5 pm Ages: Open to all ages (12 & under must be accompanied by an adult) Cost: Free Enjoy a game of pick-up basketball or just come shoot some hoops at the Memorial Park Community Center gymnasium. Court 1 will be used for shoot around basketball, and Court 2 will be used for open run. Times are subject to change due to programs and events.

Home School P.E. Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Tuesday & Thursday (September 6 – December 6) Time: 1-2 pm Ages: 6-18 years Cost: $3 per class This class will help provide your children with the understanding of physical education and its importance. The intent is to encourage fitness and health, as well as the benefits of team-building, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play. Together we will learn the basics and fundamentals of sports including: Basketball, Football, Soccer, Baseball, Golf, Recreational Sports, Playground Games, PE Games with a Home school Twist, Fitness Building, Running, and Rope Jumping Activities.

Pre-K PE Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Tuesday & Thursday (September 6–December 6) Time: 1-1:30 pm (30 minute free play to follow) Ages: 3-5 years Cost: $2/class This class will help provide your children with the understanding of physical education and its importance. The intent is to encourage fitness and health, as well as the benefits of team building, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play. Together we will learn the basics and fundamentals of sports including: Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Recreational Sports, Playground Games, PE Games, Fitness Building, Running, and Rope Jumping Activities.

N2iT Karate Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday (Beginning September 12) Time & Ages: 5:45-6:30 pm Ages 4-9 6:30-7:15 pm Ages 7-10 7:15-8 pm Ages 11+ Cost: $7/class Try out this unique 14 week Martial Arts program. Concentration, discipline, confidence, self-control, respect, and much more will be taught during this class. A one-time $5 registration fee is required.

N2iT Cheer Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Wednesday (Beginning September 12) Time & Ages: 5:45-6:30 pm Ages 4-6 6:30-7:15 pm Ages 7-9 7:15-8 pm Ages 10+ Cost: $7/class Come be a part of this one of a kind 15 week cheerleading experience. We combine cheer and pom dance into one curriculum. Our techniques include motion drills, jump stations, and stunting. Students will learn cheers, chants, and dance routines.

Pre-school Tumbling Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Wednesday Time: 11-11:45 am Ages: 3-5 Cost: $15/month Develop basic fundamentals in tumbling through the use of a variety of equipment and movements. Our instructors focus on your child's individual ability and encourage fun through games and instruction. Tumbling is a great way to get your child on the right track to playing sports through the implementation of coordination and balance control. You must pre-register for this class to secure your spot. Class is limited to 8 participants. Child MUST be potty trained to attend this class. 50

Mommy and Me Tumbling

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Tuesdays, Wednesdays Time: Tuesday - 3:30-4:15 pm; Wednesday - 10-10:45am Ages: 18 months-3 years Cost: $15/month Description: Develop basic fundamentals in tumbling through the use of a variety of equipment and movements. Our instructors focus on your child's individual ability and encourage fun through games and instruction. Parents are required to be with the child and assisting them during this class. You must pre-register for this class to secure your spot. Class is limited to 8 participants. Run For Your Life Location: Memorial Park Community Center Beginner Tumbling Call: (423) 434-5749 Location: Memorial Park Community Date: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Center Fridays Call: (423) 434-5749 Time: 3-4 pm Date: Tuesday Cost: Free Time: 4:30-5:15 pm, 5:30-6:15 pm Ages: 13-16 Ages: 4-7 Description: Come join our teen running Cost: $15/month club for a real challenge! This program inDevelop the basic fundamentals of tumbling such as cartwheels, backbends, clude flexible distance running, sprinting, and relays. Bring a friend and see who handstands, and much more. Our instructors focus on your child's individual has the most endurance, strength, or ability and encourage fun through games speed. Instructor: Lauren Fowler. and instruction. This is a beginner level class. You must pre-register for this class to secure your spot. Each class is limited to 8 participants.

Health Coaching Location: Memorial Park Community Center (423) 827-6887 Date: By appointment only Cost: $30/45-minute session Are you interested in improving your health, but you’re not sure where to start? Health coaching can help you take your health to the next level no matter where you are today! Work with Rachel Irwin, Certified Wellness Coach, to set health goals and get the support and encouragement you need to achieve those goals. Rachel is also a Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer, and she can help you start or improve your fitness habit. Maybe you need help getting into a consistent exercise routine? Perhaps you need help knowing which exercises will be safe in light of your unique health issues? Maybe you need safe core exercises to help you deal with your back trouble? Or, maybe you just need a fresh routine? Whether you are getting started or looking to boost your current exercise plan. Instructor: Rachel Irwin

Tweetsie Trail Group Ride Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Thursdays through November 17 Time: 6:30 pm Cost: Free Ages: All ages Join The Bike Shop every Thursday Night at Memorial Park Community Center for a Tweetsie Trail Group ride. We will meet in

the lobby of Memorial Park Community Center at 6:30pm. All bike types and skill levels are welcome! Lights are encouraged.

Speed and Agility Training Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (Beginning September 2) Time: 5-6 pm Cost: Free Ages: Middle School-College Improve your quickness-explosion and lateral movement with intense interval training. This class includes box jumps, jump rope, speed drills, weights, and strength training. This is a good class for athletes that want to improve their skills. Instructor: Jim Hastings.

“Just-Breathe” Yoga Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Tuesday & Thursday Time: 11 am-12:30 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: $5/class Join us for a breath of fresh air as we explore the world of yoga postures, breathing practices, and relaxation techniques. Focus is on precise alignment of postures, emphasizing body awareness and mental clarity. Instructor: Dixie Neth.

Zumba Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Tuesdays Time: 5:30-6:30 pm Ages: 16+ Cost: $5/class Description: We take the “work” out of workout , by mixing low intensity and high - intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness- cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class! Taught by Ashley Whitson-a licensed Zumba Instructor.

R.I.P.P.E.D. (Resistance, Interval, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, Diet) Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday and Saturday Time: Monday 6-7 pm, Saturday 9-10 am Ages: 18+ Cost: $5/class It’s the hottest and most efficient total body workout period. R.I.P.P.E.D The One Stop Body Shock masterfully combines the best elements of fitness in a 55 minute time frame that is guaranteed to deliver incredible results.

P90X Live Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Mondays Time: 10-11 am Ages: 16+ Cost: $5/class Description: The P90XLIVE workouts offer a rich variety of intense routines from cardio to resistance training, strength training, plyometric, ab work, and more. Using the science of Muscle Confusion, P90X constantly switches things up (the blocks, the protocols, the rep ranges) to help class members bust through plateaus. Plus, there are modifications so people at any level can participate. Instructor: Geri Mahaley.

Piloxing Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Wednesday and Thursdays Time: Wednesday- 8:30-9:30 am, Thursday 6-7 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: $5/class Description: PILOXING is a high-energy interval workout that uniquely blends the power, speed, and agility of boxing with the targeted sculpting and flexibility of Pilates. Add to that fun dance moves and you have a workout that will tone muscle, burn fat and empower you both physically and mentally. Instructor: Kristin Harmon.

Sports/Athletics

Disc Golf

Start Smart Lacrosse

Location: Winged Deer Park Call: (423) 283-5822 Date: Open year round Time: 8 am - 10 pm Ages: Open to all ages The golf course is located in the back area of the park off Carroll Creek Road.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Thursday September 1 - October 6 (Registration begins August 1 online at www.myjcparks.org) Time: 5:30-6:30 pm Ages: 5-7 years Start Smart Basketball Cost: $25 city resident/$35 non city Location: Memorial Park Community This NAYS (National Alliance for Youth Center Sports) program is a great way to get Call: (423) 434-5749 your child involved at a young age. Start Date: November 1 - December 6 (Tuesdays) (Registration opens October Smart Lacrosse focuses on teaching children and their parents’ basic motor 3 online at www.myjcparks.org) skills necessary to plan organized Time: 5:30-6:30 pm (6-week program) Lacrosse while they work one-on-one Ages: 3-5 and spend quality time with their Cost: $25 City Residents/$35 non City parents. Skills such as passing, Residents The 6-week NAYS (National Alliance for catching, scoring and running will be Youth Sports) program is a great way to taught during the course. Held once a week for 6 weeks, the exercise will get your child involved at a young age. Start Smart Basketball focuses on teach- become increasingly more difficult as the ing children and their parents’ basic mo- class progresses and the children show improvement. Parents are REQUIRED to tor skills necessary to plan organized participate with their children. Price Basketball while they work one-on-one includes a T-shirt for the child. and spend quality time with their parents. Skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting and running will be taught during the course. Exercises will become increasingly more difficult as the class progresses and the children show improvement. Parents are REQUIRED to participate with their children. Price includes a t-shirt for the child. 54

Save the Date Start Smart Soccer January 19th-February 23 on Thursdays 5:30-6:30 (6 weeks) Start Smart Tennis March 9-April 13 on Thursdays 5:30-6:30 (6 weeks)

Save the Date!! Start Smart Golf: April 18th-May 4 on Tuesday and Thursday 5:30-6:30 - 3 weeks

All-star Status for Start Smart Sports

Youth Basketball Location: Johnson City Schools, Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 283-5822 Registration Deadline: October 23 Date: Practices begin November 7 and games will begin December 5. Time: TBD Ages: 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15 boys and girls Cost: $25 for City residents, $30 for non -City residents. $20 late registration fee after Oct. 23. Youth basketball for boys and girls. Teams are formed by elementary school districts. Registration begins Sept. 19 and goes until Oct. 23. You may register in person at Winged Deer Athletic Office or online at www.myjcparks.com.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Time: TBA Ages: 3-7 Cost: $25 city residents/$35 nonresident Strive for 4! These are new clinics where the kids that come to 4-out-of-5 Start Smart programs throughout the year. Prize drawings and certificates showing that they took on the challenge will be part of the program. This class will help provide your children with the understanding of physical education and its importance. Participants will learn the basic fundamentals of Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Recreational Sports, Playground Games, PE Games, Fitness Building, Running, and Rope Jumping Activities. 55

Adult Basketball

Tennis

Location:

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 283-5822 Ages: All Cost: Free, first come, first serve Memorial Park Community Center has four lighted tennis court available to the public for free open play. The courts are available to reserve hourly or half/full day for a minimal charge.

Memorial Park and Carver Community Center Call: (423) 283-5822 Registration Deadline: Nov. 15 Date: Games will begin Dec. 5. Time: TBD Ages: Adults. 16-17-18 can play with parents permission Cost: $400 per Men’s team plus$5 for every non-Johnson City resident on the team.$200 per Women’s team plus $5 for every nonJohnson City resident on the team. Leagues are Men’s Open-Industrial-Church and Women’s. Men’s teams play a 14 game schedule plus single elimination tournament. Women’s teams play a 8 game schedule plus single elimination tournament. Entry fee, rosters and player ID’s must be turned in at time of registration. Registrations begin Sept. 19.

Sand Volleyball Courts Call: (423) 283-5822 Sand volleyball courts are available on a first-come-first-serve basis at the following locations: Carver Park, Civitan Park, Kiwanis Park, Willow Springs Park, and Winged Deer Park lakefront.

Outdoor Basketball Courts Call: (423) 283-5822 Play is on a first-come-first-serve basis. Outdoor courts are located at: Carnegie Park, Carver Park, Civitan Park, Kiwanis Park, Willow Springs Park, and Winged Deer Park.

Golf

Class SilverSneakers® Classic SilverSneakers® Yoga SilverSneakers® Circuit SilverSneakers® Splash

LocaƟon

Day

Memorial Park Monday and Community Ctr. Wednesday Memorial Park Tuesdays Community Ctr. Thursdays Memorial Park Fridays Community Ctr. Memorial Park Tuesdays, Community Ctr. Thursdays

Time

Age

Cost

10 am

50+

1 pm

50+

$3/person Free for SilverSneakers $2/session Free for SilverSneakers

8:30 am 10 am

50+

$3/person Free for SilverSneakers

11:45 am

50+

$3/person Free for SilverSneakers

For More Information and to see if you qualify, stop by: Monday-Friday 8 am - 4 pm Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert St Johnson City, TN

Fit & Toned Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Monday and Wednesday Time: 8:30 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $2 per session One hour class which includes cardio endurance, strength, flexibility and balance challenges. Instructor: Sue Pentz

Silver Sneakers® Classic Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Monday and Wednesday Time: 10 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $3 per session (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participant) A fun, activity class designed to increase strength, range of motion, agility, balance and coordination along with improving unctional capacities, physical fitness and a sense of well-being. This class uses elastic tubing, hand-held weights and Silver Sneakers® ball. Class can be done standing or sitting. Instructor: Deb Fogle

Silver Sneakers® Yoga Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesday and Thursday

Time: 11:45 am and 1 pm Tuesday, 8:30 am Thursday Ages: 50+ Cost: $2 per session (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participant) This class is designed to increase flexibility, improve balance, and encourage mind-body integration. Class is a blend of yoga styles and appropriate for everyone. Instructor: Judy Jackson

Senior Hatha Yoga Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesdays Time: 6 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: $5 per session Beginner to intermediate participant. Learn the most basic Yoga moves with Flow and Hold Yoga moves. Instructor: Darlene Hatley

Silver Sneakers® Circuit Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Friday Time: 10 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $3 per session (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participant) This class is designed to increase cardiovascular endurance and improve strength. This is a low impact class which offers upper body strengthening. Participant should possess consistent skills in agility, coordination and balance. Instructor: Deb Fogle

Silver Sneakers® Splash

Qigong

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays, Thursdays Time: 11:45 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $3 per session (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participant) Instructor: Heidi Perry This class is a fun shallow-water movement class designed to increase agility and flexibility while also improving cardiovascular and strength endurance. No swimming ability is required. Instructor: Heidi Perry

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Monday and Wednesday Time: 12 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: $5 per session (50% discount for SilverSneakers® eligible participants) ”Q” means energy and “Gong” means work. Qigong is a system of ancient Chinese self-healing exercises that combine proper body alignment and slow, controlled movement. Instructor: Tonya Van Hook

Tai Chi for Arthritis Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-5749 Date: Monday and Wednesday Time: 11 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $5 per session (50% discount for SilverSneakers® eligible participants) Low-impact Tai Chi modified for seniors. This class is easy on the joints, recommended by the Arthritis Foundation and CDC for arthritis relief and fall prevention. Session includes stretching, body alignment and slow, controlled, mindful movement. Instructor: Tonya Van Hook

Catch the Wave – Circuit & More Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Fridays in September Time: 8:30 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $2 per session Exercise class designed for circuit, interval and cardiovascular training using elastic tubes, hand-held weights and body weight. Instructor: Kelly Finney and Lauren Fowler

Functional Fitness Fridays

Festive Fitness Fridays

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Fridays in October Time: 8:30 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $2 per session What is functional fitness? Exercises Designed to train and develop your muscles to make it easier and safer to perform everyday activities. This class will concentrate on stability and strength using various exercise tools such as fitness balls, kettle bells, stability ball and weights. This class is geared for the person who has some exercise experience. Instructor: Deb Fogle

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Fridays in December Time: 8:30 am Ages: 50+ Cost: $2 per session A fun cardiovascular and strength program to get you through the holidays. Instructor: Deb Fogle

Keep It Moving

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6231 Date: By Appointment Time: Varies Ages: 18+ Cost: $5 per session, 6 sessions for $25 or 12 sessions for $48 A new supervised exercise for individuals Kettlebell Fridays who have finished Cardiac Rehabilitation, Location: Memorial Park Community Physical Therapy or been told by your physiCenter cian that you need to exercise but don’t know Call: (423) 434-6237 how. This program serves as the next step in Date: Fridays in November your progression in establishing a safe, indeTime: 8:30 am pendent exercise Ages: 50+ program. A referral is required by your Cost: $2 per session medical professional. Keep It Moving is an What are kettle bells? A kettlebell is a cast ideal program for the individual who is facing iron weight that is shaped differently from total joint replacement both before surgery a dumbbell. Kettlebell training involves and after finishing post-surgical physical the entire body and focuses on endurance, therapy. power and dynamic moves. This will be a Instructor: Deb Fogle beginning class in kettlebell training. Instructor: Deb Fogle

Blood Glucose Testing Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesdays Time: 7:30 - 9 am Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Tests (finger stick) are available at the First Aid office. Please have no food or drink 8 10 hours before the test. Takes less than two minutes to do while waiting for results. We also have juice and crackers available to assist in raising blood sugar levels. No appointment necessary.

health problem? Set a time when you can have individual confidential counseling.

Keep It Moving

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: By Appointment (423) 434-6231 Date: By Appointment Time: Varies Ages: 18+ Cost: $5 per session, 6 sessions for $25 or 12 sessions for $48 A new supervised exercise for individuals who have finished Cardiac Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy or been told by your physician that you need to exercise but don’t know how. This program serves as the next step in your progression in establishing a safe, independent exercise program. A Blood Pressure Checks referral is required by your medical profesLocation: Memorial Park Community sional. Keep It Moving is an ideal program Center at Aquatics Entrance and in First Aid for the individual who is facing total joint Room replacement both before surgery and after Call: (423) 434-6237 finishing post-surgical physical therapy. Date: Daily Monday- Saturday Instructor: Deb Fogle Time: 8:30 -11:00 am Ages: For Seniors 50+ Total Knee Replacement Cost: Free There are two locations to check your blood Location: Memorial Park Community Center pressure. High blood pressure is called a For Reservations Call: (423) 434-6237 silent killer, because most people do not know when their blood pressure is high. We Date: Tuesday, September 6 can check your home monitor for accuracy, Time: 11 am-12 pm Ages: Seniors 50+ too. Cost: Free Speaker: Dr. Gregory Stewart Nurse One on One Are you considering knee replacement Location: Memorial Park Community surgery? Joint replacement surgery is a Center safe and effective procedure to relieve Call: 423) 434-6235 knee pain and to help you return to normal Time: By appointment activities. Stewart will be available for Ages: For Seniors 50+ questions. Cost: Free Would you like to talk to a nurse about a 63

Eat Smart, Live Strong Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Dates: Wednesday Sept. 7, 14, 21 and Oct.5, 12, 19, 26 Time: 1-2 pm Ages: Seniors 50+ Cost: Free Speaker: Catherine Floyd-Jennings, MA Nutrition Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Washington County Extension Enjoy a series of interactive sessions in September and October that will teach you about Eating Smart. These sessions will encourage you to eat better and be active. It will also help improve your health and well-being on a budget. This is a continuance of a July program. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to join. Call 423-434-6237 for a seat.

Healthy Aging, The Best is Yet to Come! Location: Memorial Park Community Center For Reservations Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesday, September 13 Time: 5:30-7:30 pm Ages: Seniors 50+ Presenters: Lori Hamilton, RN and Andrea Daniels, Exercise Instructor with Walters State Cost: Free September is Healthy Aging Month and the speakers will talk about healthy aging, because the best is yet to come is true. What does it take to age healthy? You might be surprised! Snacks provided.

Flu and Pneumonia Clinic Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesday September 21 Time: 11 am-1 pm Ages: Seniors 50+ Provider: Walgreens Pharmacy and staff Cost: Bring your insurance cards and Walgreens will file your insurance. Come to the First Aid Room for your shot get your flu and/or pneumonia shot at a convenient location.

Understanding Cholesterol and your Diet Location: Memorial Park Community Center For Reservations Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesday September 28 Time: 11 am - Noon Ages: Seniors 50+ Cost: Free Presenter: Elizabeth Hall, RD from Food City You hear a lot of talk about cholesterol. Come learn about cholesterol and your diet from a dietician. What are the healthy foods you should be eating? What are the foods to avoid? Can eating a healthy diet lower your cholesterol levels?

Take Charge of your Diabetes Location: Memorial Park Community Center For Reservations Call: (423) 434-6237 Dates: Wednesdays for six weeks, 2-hour sessions, October 12-November 16 Time: 10 am-12 pm Ages: Seniors 50+ Instructors: Staff from UT Extension Office 64

Cost: Free Take Charge of Your Diabetes is a fun, skill-building program designed for persons with Diabetes. The program helps individuals take day-to-day responsibility for the care of their diabetes. Participants gain skills necessary to self-manage their condition and work effectively with their health care providers. Who can take part? Anyone living with diabetes (all types). Family members, friends or caregivers of an individual with diabetes (all types)

High Fives for Breast Cancer Survivors Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursday, October 20 Time: 6-8 pm Cost: Free Save this date for a special night to honor breast cancer survivors. We will celebrate your survivorship! Look for full details in September`s Lifestyle Paper.

Alzheimer’s Simulations Location: Memorial Park Community Center For Reservations Call: (423) 434-6237 Dates and Times: Nov. 10, 6p-7:30p or Nov. 17, 10:30am-12pm Ages: 18 and up Instructor: Tracy Kendall Wilson, Alzheimer`s Tennessee Cost: Free November is Alzheimer`s Month and we are bringing the dementia simulation for an amazing opportunity to have a small glimpse into what the potential challenges are for a person with dementia. The

program is designed to change the way we approach and carry out care and better understand behavior. Two people can do simulation at a time and takes about 10 minutes.

Line Dance (Non-Partner) Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursdays Time: 7:15-8:15 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: $5/class Description: This intermediate line dance class will focus on more complex choreography and refine basic steps. Participants should already be comfortable with the basic steps. Instructor: Casey Baskins.

Line Dance with T.J. Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesday and Saturday Time: 5:30-6:30 pm (Tuesday) 1-2 pm (Saturday) Ages: 16+ Cost: $5/class Description: Nuline teaches choreographed routines to a wide variety of music genres: Latin to pop/hip-hop, Celtic to Country, and so much more! Suitable for all ages, all levels, no partner required, guys and girls! Instructor: T.J. Pate. 65

Line Dance with Martha

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays Time: 3:30 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: $6/week, SilverSneakers® discount This class is for those who have completed the Absolute Beginner Line Dance class and are ready for more challenging steps and dances. Have fun, challenge your brain and body while burning some calories too! Instructor: Martha Davenport

Advanced Line Dancers (Dandy Line Dancers) Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Monday Time: 6 pm Ages: 40+ Cost: Pay instructor directly This class is for advanced line dancers. This group practices and performs at the center and in the community.

Ballroom Dance Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesdays Time: 5:15 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Learn or polish your Fox Trot, Waltz, Tango, Cha-Cha, and other dance styles.

Ballroom Dance Practice Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursdays Time: 1 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Practice your dance steps to music from years gone by, make new friends and exercise your body and mind. No partner required.

Challenge Square Dance Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays Time: 2 pm Ages: Geared toward seniors, but all ages welcome Cost: $6 Join Don Williamson for this challenging square dance class.

Advanced Square Dance Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesdays Time: 6:30-8:30 pm Ages: Geared toward seniors, but all ages welcome Cost: $6 Don Williamson will be instructing this square dance class. Some experience recommended for this class.

Senior Chorale

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursdays Time: 10 am Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Join this lively group who love to sing a variety of songs including show tunes and popular songs. This group is led by Cherry Smith and accompanied on piano by Barbara Knisely. The group is open to anyone who is looking for a low stress, less demanding group with which to perform. No audition required

Musical Voices

HeartStrings Location: Memorial Park Community Center Phone (423) 434-6237 Date: First, second & fourth Tuesday Monthly Time: 10 am– Noon Ages: Adult Cost: Free Bring your instrument and join in this open group, playing a variety of songs including old hymns, bluegrass, country and folk music.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays Time: 1 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Join this welcoming group if you desire to sing gospel music and share the joy of music with local nursing homes.

Adult Coloring Group Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesdays Time: 1:00 – 2:30 Ages: Adult Cost: Free Join the new trend in Adult Coloring! Bring your colored pencils, crayons, markers (or use ours) and relax and color in the company of friends and new friends. Coloring sheets will be provided or you can bring your own.

Open Craft Time Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: Fridays Time: 1– 4 pm Ages: Adult Cost: Free Take advantage of our beautiful creative space! Bring a project and work in the

company of other crafters. Just clean up when you are finished and please don’t store items at the Center.

Needle and Fiber Arts Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays Time: 1 – 4 pm Ages: Adult Cost: Free A gathering of folks who are interested n the fiber arts. Bring your project to work on and share ideas and skills. Join this group to share and learn and enjoy the company of others while you work. Please clean up when you are finished and don’t store items at the Center.

Winter Photo Contest Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: January 20 - 30 Time: To be announced Ages: Adult Cost: Free Description: Save your ‘Best Holiday and Winter Photos’ for the next photo contest! Entries are due January 20-30. Voting will take place February 2 through 13. Prizes will be awarded! Please put your name, address and phone number on the back of each photo. Up to 5 entries per person - photo size - 4”x6” or 5”x7”.

Scrapbooking Class

Paper Quilting Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Thursday September 22 Time: 1-3 pm Ages: Adult Cost: $3.00 Join Patrice and learn the art of paper quilting. You will create a quilt pattern sampler which will be suitable for framing. Materials needed: scrapbook type paper in your choice of patterns and cutting tools if you have them, we will also furnish some.

Mountain Dulcimer LessonsBeginner String Quilting Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays September 12 & 19 Time: 1-3 pm Ages: Adult Cost: Free Come and create a lap quilt with this fun and easy technique. This is a beginner level sewing project, using strips of fabric and machine stitching. All supplies will be furnished and you will take home a finished project. If you have a portable sewing machine, please bring it if you would like.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays Time: 1-2:30 pm Ages: Adult Cost: $12.00 for four sessions Learn to play the old time Mountain Dulcimer with Willis Jones. Please bring an instrument that is ready to play. Instructor: Willis Jones

Writer’s Circle Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6137 Date: Second and fourth Thursdays Time: 10 am Ages: Adult Cost: Free Join this group to share ideas for writing better stories and share your own writings for discussion with the group .

As the Page Turns Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: First Thursday of each month Time: 10 am Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Book Club, books provided. Casual discussion of book each month.

German Conversation Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: Thursdays Time: 9:30 am Ages: 18+ Cost: Free A group for people to get together to practice and brush up on their German. They share personal letters, vocabulary, articles, photos, translations and more. Come check it out!

Conversational Spanish Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays Time: 3 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Learn basic Spanish knowledge, speaking, and reading Instructor: Alberto Ceffalo

Amateur Photographers Club Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: First Monday of each month Time: 1-3 pm Ages: Open to all ages Cost: Free Members share their photos/critiques, have monthly photo themes, field trips and more.

Next Step Photography Club Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Third Tuesday of each month Time: 6:30 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Enhanced photography group. If you have camera knowledge and desire to learn and experience more, broaden your knowledge and learn more creative functions, then this is for you.

Appalachian Foodways Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: September 13 Time: 10:30 am Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Come join us for this interesting and educational class on the history and significance of Southern food. Fred Sauceman is an Associate Professor of Appalachian Studies at East Tennessee State University; News Director, WETS-FM/HD, the author of several books about Appalachian and Southern Foodways, and much more. Pre-registration required. Instructor: Fred Sauceman

Wii Love Fridays Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Fridays in October Time: 10 am Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Every Friday in October we will playing a variety of Nintendo Wii games.

AARP Drivers Safety Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: September 21 & 22 Time: 9 am-1 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members Some of the topics the class will cover:  How to minimize the effects of dangerous blind spots  How to maintain the proper following  distance behind another car  The safest ways to change lanes and make turns at busy intersections  Proper use of safety belts, air bags,  Antilock brakes and new technology found in cars today  Ways to monitor your own and others' driving skills and capabilities The effects of medications on driving (Source: AARP) and more. Please pre-register.

Great Thinkers in History Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: September 20 Time: 11 am Ages: 18+ Cost: Free This program will explore the writings and teachings of some of history greatest minds. The class will cover many subjects from philosphers, pyschologist, doctors and inventors. Come join us for an educational and fun discussion to help keep your mind sharp. Pre-registration required. 71

Resume Workshop

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: September 29 Time: 2 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Certified Resume writers from Northeast State’s Career Services will be here to help attendees write or refine their resumes. So if you need a refresher or need help getting started, come join us. Attendees are welcome to bring a copy of their resume so that we can give some feedback and advice. Pre-registration required by September 23.

Money Management Skills-Video Lecture Series Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays in September Time: 11 am Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Description: Money management can be intimidating, but the good news is that the newest research into the human brain can help us understand why we make mistakes and how we can create an effective plan to meet our financial goals. Learning to navigate complex financial markets and create good financial habits is essential to the all-important goal of gaining control over our financial future. Come join us for this informative video lecture series. Pre-registration required.

Open Computer Lab Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays Time: 9-11 a.m. and10-11 a.m. Ages: 18+ Cost: Free Description: The Computer Lab aims to provide basic, functional computer services for users who may not access to such technology at home or elsewhere. The Computer Lab provides an environment where users may get support an and assistance with computer related issues. All computer lab users must show respect for the lab facility and other users when printing, especially from the internet. It is the responsibility of every user to ensure that the computer lab equipment is not being abused, damaged, or used in a manner other than what it is intended for. All abuse will be immediately reported to the computer lab coordinator. Any person found violating the lab rules or policies may lose their lab privileges. Food and drinks are not permitted in the area.

BINGO Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesday, October 18 Time: 9 am Ages: 18+ Cost: Free

Chess Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays Time: 9 am Ages: 50+ Cost: Free

Hand and Foot Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays Time: 1 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free This is a very social group! Don’t worry if you don’t know how to play, they can teach you everything!

Ladies Monday Night Bridge Club Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays Time: 6 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Come join the ladies of the seniors’ center for a fun evening of bridge!

Rummy Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays Time: 12 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free

Scrabble Group Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 283-6237 Date: Tuesdays Time: 5:30 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Do you enjoy word games? Scrabble is a great brain exercise! The scrabble group is always looking for new faces in their group. All are invited to attend.

Mexican Train Dominoes

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays Time: 6 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free This lively group would love to have you join!

Pinochle

Thursday Evening MahJong Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: Thursdays Time: 6 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Mahjong is a very old tile game. The game is not only amusing, but it stimulates your mind and thinking processes.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: Wednesdays Time: 1 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Pinochle is a trick-taking card game for four players played with a special deck. Players score by taking tricks or forming combination of cards into melds. Have fun and meet new friends!

Party Contract Bridge

Rook

Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: Thursdays Time: 1 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Rook is a challenging trick taking game played with a special deck of cards. Bring a friend for even more fun!

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: Fridays Time: Noon Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Contract Bridge took off as an international rage in the 1930s and is considered today by many to be the ultimate card game. Please join us for a great time!

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: Fridays Time: 12:30 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Everyone is welcome! If you enjoy playing bridge, but haven't tried duplicating bridge, come join the fun...we're a friendly group! Do you enjoy word games? Scrabble is a great brain exercise! The scrabble group is always looking for new faces in their group. All are invited to attend. 74

Mahjong

Pickleball

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 4634-6237 Date: Fridays Time: 1 pm Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Mahjong is a very old tile game. The game is not only amusing, but it stimulates your mind and thinking processes.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays Time: 8 - 11:30 am Ages: 50+ Men and Women Cost: Free This activity is a modified form of tennis with doubles. Pickleball is now being played all over the country and has been added to the National Senior games. Yearly tournaments will be held.

Seniors Basketball Billiards Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: 423) 434-6237 Date: Daily Time: 7 am - 8 pm Ages: 18+ Cost: Free The billiards room features four tournament size tables on which to practice your skills. Pool sticks available for use without charge.

Table Tennis Doubles Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays Time: 9:30 am - Noon Ages: 50+ Cost: Free Join us for some friendly competition and make many great new friends. Please wear athletic shoes.

Location: Memorial Park Community Center Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Mondays Time:10 am Age: 50+ Cost: Free Meet in the gym for pick-up games and shoot arounds.

Seniors’ Legend Golf Group Location: Buffalo Valley Golf Course Unicoi, TN - Par 3 Course Call: (423) 434-6237 Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 10 am Age: 50+ Cost: $5/round Join this group for a round of golf on a Par 3 course.

Beeson Hall

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Rental payments will be taken online at myjcparks.org or in person the Winged Deer Park Administration office. Call (423) 283-5815 for more information. General Information Johnson City Parks and Recreation has a number of picnic shelters throughout the park system that are available for rental ranging from small to corporate size and ranging in price $25 - $100. City residents receive a $5 discount. All shelter usage requires a reservation. Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be given on rentals and reservations.

Buffalo Mountain Park 570 High Ridge Road Call: 423-283-5815 Buffalo Mountain Park is a 725-acre natural resource area obtained in a land swap with the U. S. Forest Service in 1994. The park is location on the North Slope of Buffalo Mountain and consists of steep topography and densely forested land. The park functions as a nature preserve primarily for hiking, picnicking, and nature programs.

Civitan Park 1000 N. Broadway Call: 423-283-5815 Civitan Park was established in 1963 on the site of a former landfill. This 33-acre community park has under-gone a total renovation for primary use as a soccer facility in a park setting. The development includes five lighted soccer fields, concession area with restrooms, volleyball, playground and a walking trail connecting Lions, Civitan and Rotary Parks.

Carnegie Park 601 N. Broadway Call: 423-283-5815 Carnegie Park, formerly Jaycee Park is a 5-acre neighborhood park established in 1945. The park consists of two girls’ lighted softball fields, a restroom shelter, basketball court, and playground.

Earth Day Park 208 E. Main Street Call: 423-283-5815 Earth Day Park was established in 1991 and is a ¼ acre special use park. The park’s primary function is a pedestrian route between Main Street and the Downtown Square parking lot.

Cardinal Park 129 Legion Street Call: 423-283-5822 Established in 1950, Cardinal Park is a 5-acre sports field (Howard Johnson Field) primarily used for the St. Louis Cardinals’ Appalachian League farm club, Amenities include a concession area, clubhouse, lighted baseball field, press box and restrooms.

Freedom Hall Pool 1320 Pactolas Road Call: 423-461-4872 Freedom Hall Pool is an indoor pool adjacent to the Freedom Hall Civic Center operated by the Parks and Recreation Department. The facility is equipped with restrooms, showers, and party room.

Carver Park & Recreation Center 322 W. Watauga Avenue Call: 423-461-8830 Established in 1958, Carver Park is a 6-acre neighborhood park. Amenities include two basketball courts, fitness trail, multi-use court, two pavilions, playground, and recreation center. A recreation center is equipped with a gymnasium, weight room, library, meeting space, teen room, community room, arts and crafts area, and kitchen. A new recreation facility was dedicated in 2005.

Kermit Tipton Stadium 900 Stadium Drive Call: 423-283-5822 Kermit Tipton Stadium is Johnson City’s first synthetic turf field football complex. It is home to Science Hill High School football and Johnson City Parks and Recreation programs. Keystone Park 601 Bert Street Call: 423-283-5815 Equipped with two little league fields, concession and score tower.

Kiwanis Park & Recreation Center 717 W. Market Street Call: 423-283-5815 Kiwanis Park, established in 1949, is a 9-acre neighborhood park. The park is primarily used for baseball play and summer playground programs. Amenities include a band shell with restrooms, lighted baseball field, lighted basketball courts, picnic tables, playground, and recreation center. Neighborhood Park is located adjacent to Kiwanis Park. Established in 1972, Neighborhood Park is a 2-acre baseball field used primarily for youth baseball. Liberty Bell Tennis Center 505 Liberty Bell Blvd. Call: 423-283-5822 Located near Freedom Hall Civic Center the complex offers 14 lighted tennis courts. Lions Park 817 Country Club Court Call: 423-283-5815 Lions Park, established in 1958, is an 8-acre neighborhood park used primarily for Little League baseball. Amenities include two-lighted baseball fields, one non-lighted field, concession, and restroom area and a covered pavilion with restrooms and kitchen. Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert Street Call: Aquatics - 423-434-5749 Recreation Services - 423-434-5749 Senior Services - 423-434-6237 State-of-the-art, 72,000 square foot neighborhood community center that opened December 10, 2012. It represents the area’s first intergenerational facility, housing Aquatics, Recreation Services, and Senior Services under one roof. The center offers a variety of programming including aquatics, health and fitness, socialization, outdoors, charter trips, Homeschool, technology, arts, and much more. The center is equipped with a 75-foot lap pool, therapy pool, and teaching pool, enabling aquatics to facilitate a diverse aquatics program to a wide-range of age groups.

Recreation opportunities include a two court gymnasium, two dance and aerobic rooms, a fitness room, billiards, and four outdoor tennis courts. Other programming areas include performing and visual arts, socials, computer lab, arts and crafts, and a game room. An outdoor amphitheater and plaza honoring veterans with the famous Doughboy as it’s centerpiece. Event rentals are also available at this location with several rooms that can accommodate birthday parties, bridal and baby showers, retirements, meetings, and luncheons. Metro-Kiwanis Park 817 Guaranda Drive Call: 423-283-5815 Purchased in 1972, Metro-Kiwanis is a 15-acre community park used primarily for softball league play. Amenities include concession area and restrooms, two picnic shelters, picnic tables, Playground area, two lighted softball fields and five tennis courts. Friendship Gardens located within the park, is a three-acre special use area whose primary purpose is self-directed activities. The gardens are home for “Junaluska” a 30-foot carving in honor of the American Indians. The sculpture was created in 1986 by sculptor Peter Wolf Toth. Paul Christman Park 1000 N. Boone Street Call: 423-283-5815 Developed in 1983, Paul Christman Park is a ½-acre neighborhood park, which includes a small shelter with picnic table, playground area and a multi-use basketball court. Powell Square Park 201 W. Popular Street Call: (423) 283-5815 Established in 1889, this 1.4 acre neighborhood park is the department’s oldest park. Amenities include multi-use playing field, picnic tables, shelter with restrooms, and playground area. Princeton Arts Center 2516 E. Oakland Avenue Call: 423-283-5800 Established 1986, the center serves as the artistic and cultural resources for the department offering a variety of performing and visual art programs. The center is equipped with a conference room, gallery space, art studio, program space, and an outdoor toddler play area.

Rotary Park 1001 N. Broadway Call: 423-283-5815 The Carnegie Realty Company donated Rotary Park to the city in 1908. The park consists of 10.4 acres and is one of the most popular parks in the city with an annual attendance of over 40,000. The park is open April through October and is primarily used as a picnic facility in a natural setting. Amenities include six covered picnic shelters, restrooms, multi-use picnic tables, multi-use playing field, and playground area. A Boundless Playground is planned for 2016. Skate Park 705 Liberty Bell Boulevard Call: 423-283-5815 The concept of developing a public skate park was initiated by residents, both youth and adults with an active interest in the sport in 1998. In 1999 the firm of Purkiss-Rose RSI was secured to design the park. Spring Street Park 106 Spring Street Call: 423-283-5815 Spring Street Park, located in the central business district, is a ½-acre green space facility surrounded by commercial buildings. The park consists of a brick patio area with benches and landscaping. Veterans Park 1005 Southwest Avenue Call: 423-283-5815 Established in 1973, Veterans Park is a ¼-acre special use park, which has been incorporated into the new South Side Elementary School campus. The park is equipped with multi-use picnic tables and benches. Willow Springs Park 1201 Huffine Road Call: 423-283-5815 Established in 1998, Willow Springs Park encompasses 36 acres in southwest Johnson City between Huffine and Antioch Roads. It was named after a dairy that operated near the site around the turn of the century. Architectural designs for shelters and light fixtures are reminiscent of styles prevalent during Johnson City’s earliest days. Our heritage is also the inspiration for the name of the playground: Johnson’s Depot. In the mid-1850’s, Henry Johnson (Johnson’s City first mayor) built a general store and post office.

In 1857 when rail service was established to this area, Mr. Johnson built a depot. The growing community was first known as “Johnson’s Tank” and then “Johnson’s Depot” until its incorporation as Johnson City in 1869. Accordingly, the playground design features train and village theme play elements. Johnson City Dog Park @ Willow Springs 1201 Huffine Road Contact: Website: www.jcdogpark.org The Willow Springs Dog Park Project is a cooperative effort between the Friends of Johnson City Dog Park Association and the City of Johnson City Parks and Recreation Department. The 1.6 acre site is located within the park boundaries of Willow Springs Park. For information contact the Dog Park Association at www.jcdogpark.org. Winged Deer Park 4137 Bristol Highway Call: 423-283-5815 Established in 1991, Winged Deer Park is a 200-acre district park. The J. Norton Arney family previously owned and operated the farm from the 1940’s through the early 70’s. Mr. Arney was a noted car dealer and raised and trained show horses in the area. The farm was used primarily to grow hay and had several large stables on the lakefront property. The city purchased the property in 1985. The original farmhouse was converted into what is now the Parks and Recreation administration office, which includes a meeting room, working offices and a landscaped patio area with small gazebo. Amenities include five-lighted softball fields, athletic office scorer’s towers, and restroom, three-lighted soccer fields, Batter’s Up batting cages, a 18-hole disc golf course, playground area, soccer concession building with restroom, half-mile walk track and paved fitness trails which winds through the forested section of the park. The lakefront area features two sand volleyball courts, picnic shelter with restroom, public boating access, green space, lighted handicap accessible boardwalk, amphitheater, and a Festival Plaza multi-use area with restroom. The park’s historical area features the Robert Young Cabin one of Johnson City’s oldest dwellings, the Massengil Monument, and the James H. Quillen Historical Tree Arboretum.

Buffalo Mountain Park 570 High Ridge Road Call: 423-283-5821 Offers 8.2 miles of hiking trails considered moderate, a 1,500 ft. rise from the picnic area to the top can be strenuous if you are not in fairly good shape. All mileage is measured from the picnic area. (The White Rock Trail is a 4.5 mile loop). Huckleberry Knob - .05 Lady Slipper Loop - .09 Hartsell Hollow - .05 White Rock - 2.3 Tip Top - 2.1

Carver Park 322 W. Watauga Avenue Call: 423-461-8830 Quarter-mile flat walking track

Bicycles - Places for families to ride Liberty Bell Recreation Trail This 1.7 mile walking and jogging trail encircles the entire Liberty Bell Complex. Children on bikes and Roller Blades are welcome. No adult bikes are allowed. State of Franklin Multi-Use Trail Greenline Road The trail is 2.3 miles in length and is open to all users. It starts at the intersection of Greenline Road and extends to Sunset Drive. Nearby Locations Steele Creek Park - Bristol Warriors Path State Park - Kingsport Virginia Creeper Trail - Trail runs from Abington to White Top, Virginia, Bays Mountain Park - Kingsport

Civitan Park 1000 N. Broadway Call: 423-283-5822 The paved walking / jogging track joins Lions Park and Civitan Park and measures 1/57 miles. Liberty Bell Complex Liberty Bell Boulevard Call: 423-283-5822 The paved walking track circle the entire Liberty Bell Complex and offers 1.7 miles of fitness area. The Liberty Bell Track features a 375-meter jogging and walking surface. Tweetsie Trail Alabama Street Call: 423-283-5815 The Tweetsie Trail is a rails-to-trails project traversing form ET&WNC (Tweetsie) railroad right-of-way between Johnson City and Elizabethton. The trail provides opportunities for walking, hiking, running, and biking on a relatively flat grade in a beautiful, natural setting. When complete, the 10-mile trail will be the longest rails-to-trails project in Tennessee. The trail was built without any federal or state funding. Rather, it’s the result of generous donations from individuals, businesses, and local governments.