April 2023 Fun Guide

April FUN GUIDE FUN GUIDE 2023 2023 April

City Commission

Todd Fowler, Mayor

Aaron T. Murphy, Vice Mayor

Jenny Brock, Commissioner

John Hunter, Commissioner

Joe Wise, Commissioner

Park Advisory Board

Joe Bradley, Chair

Adam Welch, Vice Chair

Karen Hubbs

Jim Hughes

Johnathan Kinnick

Don Shephard

Natalie Smith

Stacey Wild

Charles Stahl

City Management

Cathy Ball, City Manager

Randy Trivette, Assistant City Manager

Joy Baker, Int. Assistant City Manager

Park Staff

April Norris, Interim Director

Charles Ridlehuber, Assistant Director

Joe Ebarb, Athletic Services Manager

Bryan Bentley, Golf Manager

Cindy Bogart, Park Services Manager

Tayler Dixon, Promotions and Events

Sam Miller, Recreation Services Manager

Deb Fogle, Senior Services Manager

Where to Find It Where to Find It

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General Directory

Special Events

Save the Date

Adult Programs

Afterschool Programs

Aquatics

Fitness and Exercise

Biking and Teens

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Just for Kids Dance

Kid’s Programs

Nature

Preschool

Youth and Open Sports

Therapeutic Recreation

Parks and Recreation Directory

General Information

Special Events Special Events

Touch-A-Truck with the Easter Bunny

Come visit with the Easter Bunny while we enjoy pastries and hot chocolate, then have your imagination kick into gear while exploring, touching, and climbing aboard vehicles of all shapes and sizes.

Memorial Park Community Center

Saturday, April 1 | 10-11:30am

Free | All ages

Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult

Hound Egg Hunt

Who says an Easter egg hunt is just for kids? Bring your dogs of all ages for an evening filled with fun and lots of treats. The Appalachian Highlands Humane Society will be on-site accepting donations, as well as other pet-friendly businesses. Proof of vaccination for all dogs will be required.

Memorial Park Community Center

Wednesday, April 5 | 5:30-6:30pm

Free | All Ages

Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult

Coffee & Canvas

Canvas, creamer & creativity - what more could you ask for? Enjoy a relaxing evening of canvas painting with your favorite coffee lovers. All supplies will be provided.

Memorial Park Community Center

Friday, April 7 | 5:30-7pm

$5/person | All Ages

Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult

National Pretzel Day

April 26 is National Pretzel Day! A bag of crunchy, salty pretzels or a warm, soft cinnamon pretzel is the question of the day. Join us in celebration with free pretzels. While supplies last.

Wednesday, April 26 | 10am

Memorial Park Community Center

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Special Events Special Events

Easter Egg Mold Painting

Kids will select an Easter mold to paint, keep, and take home. All supplies will be provided.

Carver Recreation Center

Tuesday, April 4 | 4-5pm

Free | Ages 6-12

For more information, call 423-461-8830

Outdoor Nerf BATTLE

BATTLE

Gear up for our first Outdoor Nerf Battle! All participants must come prepared with their own Nerf guns and protective eye wear. Nerf guns must be able to use standard Nerf darts. Darts will be supplied.

Memorial Park Community Center

Saturday, April 15

Free | Ages 6-18

12:30-1:30pm - Ages 6-12

1:30-2:30pm - Ages 13-18

2:30-3pm - Family Free-for-all

Register online by Thursday, April 13

Easter Egg Hunt and Cookout

Join us for an egg hunt, prizes, and lunch. The egg hunt will be broken into age groups (3-5, 6-9, and 10-12). The top 3 hunters with the most eggs in each age group will receive prizes.

Carver Recreation Center

Thursday, April 6 | 4:30-6pm

Free | All Ages

Poetry Night

In celebration of National Poetry Month, the Langston Centre will host a poetry night with a lineup of several local poets and speakers.

The Langston Centre

Thursday, April 27 | 6:30pm

Free | All Ages

Volunteer Fair

Members of the community interested in volunteer opportunities with local non-profit organizations are encouraged to attend this fair to get connected and involved.

The Langston Centre

Tuesday, April 18 | 10am-1pm

Free | All Ages

Adult Programs Adult Programs

Tri-Cities Dance ClubInternational Folk Dance

Enjoy International and Israeli Folk Dance in a relaxed social group. All levels welcome. No experience or partner required!

Memorial Park Community Center

Instructor: Tamarro Taylor

Mondays, 6:30-8pm | Fridays, 3-5pm

$5/class | Open to all ages

Register in person day of the program

Crochet: Boho Coasters

Crochet along with Maria and make a coaster with fringe. These modern Boho Coasters are easy and quick to crochet - a perfect project for beginners. Please bring 100% cotton yarn and 5mm crochet hook.

Skill Level: Beginner

Memorial Park Community Center

Mondays, April 17 & 24 | 4-5pm

Free | Ages 18+

Register here:

https://bit.ly/crochetwithmaria4-17-2023

https://bit.ly/crochetwithmaria4-24-2023

BINGO.ALL.OUT

Be one of the first five participants to complete enough activities during the month of April to receive a free T-shirt! Pick up a bingo card from the front desk, complete the activity in each block, and return to the front desk. Bingo can be achieved diagonally, vertically, or horizontally. Make sure to drop off your completed card to the front desk to receive your prize.

Memorial Park Community Center

Weekdays, April 3-28 | 7am-7pm

Free | Ages 18+

Seekers Book Club

In partnership with the Johnson City Public Library, the Seekers Book Club explores African American literature in a group setting. The Langston Centre

Third Thursday of Every Month | 6:30-8pm

Free | Ages 18+

For more information, call 423-434-5785

Take a tour of the Langston Centre and learn about Langston High School and its role in the

Every Tuesday & Thursday | 10am-1pm

For more information, call 423-434-5785

Afterschool Programs Afterschool Programs

Langston Afterschool Institute

The Afterschool Institute incorporates three types of educational approaches: experiential, multicultural, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) education. Tutors engage students with stimulating educational experiences. Healthy snacks provided daily.

The Langston Centre

Monday - Friday | 3-6pm

Free | Grades 3-8

For more information, call 423-434-5785

On Track Homework Helpers

Students grades K-12 will receive supervised homework assistance from Robert McKinney and SHHS students including 1-on-1 tutoring and special project assistance.

Carver Recreation Center

Monday-Thursday | 3-5:30pm

Free | Ages 6-18

Computer Lab

During this time, the Computer Lab will be open for students to access the Internet for completing homework or school projects.

Carver Recreation Center

Monday-Thursday | 3-5:30pm | Ages 6-18

Friday | 3-5:30pm | Open to all ages

Free

Afterschool Club

After School Club provides an exciting, safe and healthy environment to foster growth and development in students. It allows them to engage in fun-filled activities while staying at MPCC.

Memorial Park Community Center

Wednesdays, April 19 & 26 | 4-5pm

$2/person | Grades K-6

Minimum of 5 must register. Register at www.myjcparks.org

Free Fridays

Come enjoy arts & crafts, gym games, team-building exercises, and sports to end the week and gear up for the weekend ahead.

Carver Recreation Center

Every Friday | 4-5pm | Free | Ages 6+

Teen Center

Come hang out in the Teen Room and enjoy PS4 games, billiards, foosball, and arts & crafts!

Carver Recreation Center

Monday-Thursday | 5-7pm

Meet the Doctors

Join us to learn more about human anatomy through fun and engaging activities.

Carver Recreation Center

Every Wednesday | 4-5pm

Free | Grades K-12

Afterschool Programs Afterschool Programs

Serving My Plate

Participants will gain an understanding of healthy eating habits including all five groups. They will also have an opportunity to taste different foods from each group.

Carver Recreation Center

Every Tuesday | 4-5pm

Free | Grades K-5

Instructor: Lucy Timbs

Gym Activities

Participants will enjoy games like kickball, dodgeball, track & field, basketball, fitness, and free day on Fridays.

Carver Recreation Center

Monday - Friday | 4-5:30pm

Free | All ages

Aquatics Aquatics

Freedom Hall Pool: 423-461-4872

Memorial Park Community Center Aquatics: 423-434-5750

Legion Street Pool: 423-461-4856

OPEN SWIM

Children 12 and under must be accompanied by someone at least 16 years of age. Any child 6 or younger must be within arm’s length of an adult guardian at all times.

Memorial Park Community Center

Date and Times:

Monday and Wednesday | 4-5:45pm Friday | 4-7:30pm Saturday | 12:45-3:30pm

Cost:

Ages 13+ | $3

Ages 4-12 | $2

Ages 3 and under | Free

LAP SWIM

*Participants must be able to swim length of the pool without assistance*

Memorial Park Community Center

Date and Times:

Monday-Friday | 7-8:45am & 11am3:45pm

Monday & Wednesday | 6-7:30pm Saturday | 10:30am-12:45pm

Cost: $2/person

Aquatics Aquatics

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

A pre-test will be held on Saturdays at Memorial Park Community Center or Freedom Hall Pool from 11am-12pm. Pre-tests consist of a non-stop 300 meter swim, 2 minutes of treading water using no hands, and a 20 meter brick dive in deep water with no goggles. The pre-test must be completed before enrollment in the class.

Classes run two weekends in a row. This course is for those interested in becoming a certified lifeguard. Upon completion of the course, the participant will be certified in life guarding, first aid, CPR Pro and AED essentials.

Class 2: March 24, 25, 26 & April 1, 2

Class 4: May 12, 13, 14, 20, 21

Class Times: (held over 2 weekends)

Friday: 6-10pm (first weekend only) | Saturdays: 8am-6pm | Sundays: 8am-1pm

American Red Cross Lifeguard Recertification

Class will be held on the second weekend of the full lifeguarding class and is intended only for those possessing a current American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding Certification. Upon completion of the course, the participant will be re-certified in lifeguarding, first aid, CPR Pro and AED essentials for another two-year period.

April 1 & 2

May 20 & 21

Saturdays: 8am-6pm | Sundays: 8am-1pm

Aquatics Aquatics

MEMORIAL PARK COMMUNITY CENTER

Splash

Splash is a fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity.

Tuesday, Thursday | 11:45am-12:45pm

$3/class (Silver Sneakers members only)

Instructor: Heidi Perry

Arthritis Swim

Do you suffer from arthritis? This class can help manage the symptoms with low impact movements and exercise.

Tuesday, Thursday | 11-11:40am

$4/class or $30/month

Instructor: Heidi Perry

Aquamix

This class offers the perfect blend of shallow and deep water exercises for building cardio, strength, and flexibility. Join in and feel invigorated for the rest of your day! Flotation belts and resistance equipment will be used to ensure a NO IMPACT workout and spare your joints. Ability to swim is not required.

Tuesday, Thursday | 9:15-10:15am

$4/class or $30/month

Instructor: Kim McLeod

Water Aerobics

Get in shape with this shallow water class which combines cardiovascular work, muscle toning, balance and core work.

Ability to swim is not required. Equipment is provided.

*Doctor’s clearance is required for this class.

Morning Class:

Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9-10am

Evening Class:

Tuesday, Thursday | 6-7pm

$4/class or $30/month

Instructor: Heidi Perry 423-461-4872

Saturday Splash

Put the smack down on calories over the weekend with this metabolism-boosting, shallow-water workout!

Saturday | 9:15-10:15am

$4/class

Instructor: Kim McLeod

Homeschool Swim

This time is reserved for Memorial Park Community Center’s Homeschool PE program to go swimming.

Tuesday, Thursday | 2-3:30pm

Ages 13+ | $3

Ages 12 and under | $2

Aquatics Aquatics

MEMORIAL PARK COMMUNITY CENTER

100/200/500 Mile Swim

Looking for a way to stay motivated in your swim workout? Join the Mile Swim Club and keep a tally of the laps you swim during each workout on the boards provided. Shirts will be provided in January for those paid participants in this swim challenge.

January-December | $10/participant

Mommy & Me Swim Time

Parents, are you looking for a time to bring your littles to the pool? This time has been set aside just for you! The shallow end of the pool is reserved for you and your kiddos to swim. Children not potty trained must wear a swim diaper.

Monday, Wednesday | 9-10am

$1/visit | Ages 4 and under

Adult Only Open Therapy

This time is reserved for adults on to complete therapy including activities of your choice to fit your specific needs. This pool is for low-impact swimming only. No jumping or wave making allowed.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 7am-7:30pm

Tuesday, Thursday | 7-11am & 1-7:30pm Saturday | 9am-3:30pm

$2/visit (monthly pass is available)

FREEDOM HALL POOL

Scout Water Badges

This time is set aside for Boy/Girl Scout troops to work on the water skills necessary for obtaining badges. If assistance is needed with instruction, please bring skill requirements to staff prior to your reservation date.

Every Thursday | 7:35-8:45pm

$10/group of 10

Reservation of date must be scheduled at least one week in advance.

For more information or to register, call 423-461-4872

Kayak Roll Class

Need a place to practice rolling your kayak? Join us to perfect your roll skills. Kayaks not provided.

Requirements: must be able to swim 25 meters freestyle without stopping.

Every Tuesday | 7:35-8:45pm

$2/class | Ages 5+

For more information, call 423-461-4872

Masters Swimming

Join this group of adult swimming enthusiasts for organized workouts supervised by a professional coach. Participants range from novice to former swimming athletes.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 6-7am

$50/month | Ages 18+

Instructor: Chris Coraggio

For more information, call 423-833-5595

Fitness and Exercise Fitness and Exercise

Weight Room

The weight room is designed to promote your fitness and health. It features a universal weight station, free weights, bench press, and squat bar.

Carver Recreation Center

Monday-Friday | 9am-2:30pm & 5:30-7pm

Saturday | 12-6pm

Sunday | 1-6pm

Ages 13+

Youth & Women | $7/month

Yoga “Just

Breathe”

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, postures, emphasizing body awareness and mental clarity.

Memorial Park Community Center

Tuesday & Thursday | 11am-12:30pm

$5/class | Ages 18+

Instructor: Dixie Neth

Ladies Self Defense 101

Situational awareness is key for maintaining self-confidence in any situation. In this class, a professional self-defense instructor will teach techniques for becoming more aware and building confidence as you learn basic self-defense strategies.

Memorial Park Community Center

Monday, April 10 | 5:30-7pm

Free | Ages 13+

Sit To Be Fit

Seniors have the opportunity to participate in sit down exercising, walking outside track, games, Bingo, puzzles and health classes taught by Dr. Wallace from ETSU Medical Library. Light lunch is provided.

Carver Recreation Center

Every Friday | 10:30am-12:30pm

Free | Open to all senior citizens

Step It, Shake It, Move It, Lift It

Join us for a fun workout that incorporates Tabata and stations to burn calories, build muscle, and give you more stamina in less time. This class will use interval training and can be adapted to suit different skill levels. Class will be outside, weather permitting Memorial Park Community Center

Fridays, April 7, 14 & 21 | 8-9am

Free | Ages 16+

Register at www.myjcparks.org

Martial Arts Class

Learn the basics of martial arts from a professional while having fun and getting fit.

Memorial Park Community Center

Every Saturday | 10am-12pm

$25/month | All Ages

Instructor: Scott Marshall

For more information, call 423-434-5749

Biking & Teens Biking & Teens

DIY Crafts for Teens

Create basic DIY crafts in a fun, social and inviting atmosphere. Projects will vary each class and include materials such as yarn, wood, paint and more.

Memorial Park Community Center

Wednesdays, April 12-26 | 5:45-6:45pm

Free | Ages 12-16

Register at https://bit.ly/DIYCrafts4-2023

Sustainable Creations

Learn how to create a healthy and sustainable household through making your own products. We will learn how to make homeade food products, beauty products, and more.

Memorial Park Community Center

Mondays, April 3-24 | 5:30-6:30pm

Free | Ages 13+

Register at https://bit.ly/sustainablecreations4-2023

Kids Mountain Biking Club

This bike ride is for children who already know the basics of mountain biking and are looking for an opportunity to bike and meet new friends. Please bring your bike, helmet and water. Limited spaces available.

Skill Lever: Intermediate

Winged Deer Park, Disc Golf Parking Lot

Mondays, April 10-May 8 | 5:30-6:15pm

$5/person | Ages 8-12

Register at https://bit.ly/mtnbikingclub

Tweetsie Teens

Grab your bike and prepare for an easy ride on the Tweetsie Trail. This group ride will cover 6 miles round trip with breaks along the way. Meet at Memorial Park Community Center by the Aquatics and Athletics entrance. Please bring bike, helmet and plenty of water. Family and friends are welcome and encouraged to join in on the fun.

Memorial Park Community Center

Saturday, April 29 | 1-2:30pm

Free | Ages 13-17

Register at https://bit.ly/TweetsieTeens4-2023

Youth Mountain Biking 101

Just for Kids Dance Just for Kids Dance

Dancers Dreams Performing Arts Academy Classes

Instructor: Amy Simmons

All classes held at Memorial Park Community Center, Room #179

Family and Multi-Class discounts offered! Call 540-392-9138 for more information.

Tumble Fairy Dancers

This is a beginning class for children’s acro/dance, creative movement, and balletperfect for the budding tumbling ballerina!

Wednesdays | 4:30-5:15pm

$48/month | Ages 3-5 years

Dazzle Diva’s

This fun, high energy HIP HOP class teaches combinations and routines tailored for exercise, weight loss, and building coordination.

Wednesdays | 5:15-5:45pm

$48/month | Ages 6-10 years

Angel Steps Praise Dance

Great class for all ages! Inspirational and uplifting, praise through dance! Easy, low impact movement with a touch of basic graceful movement and fun props!

Wednesdays | 6:30-7pm

$38/month | Ages 6+

Classy, Sassy HIP HOP

This fun, high energy HIP HOP class teaches combinations and routines tailored for exercise, weight loss, and building coordination. This is a popular class for teens who love to dance! Join just for fun, or to participate in the Christmas Show or June recital and community events.

Wednesdays | 6-6:30pm

$38/month | Ages 8+

Kids Programs Kids Programs

Book Bundles

Memorial Park Community Center is partnering with Johnson City Library to bring you Book Bundles! Book Bundles are batches of books and/or media related to a theme or topic and delivered to MPCC. Available for all ages!

Memorial Park Community Center

April 1-30

Homeschool Art - Kandinsky Circles

Making art with circles is fun and easy! Kandinsky Circles are made with bold, beautiful colors that pop off the page. Parental assistance required for children ages 3-5.

Memorial Park Community Center

Thursdays, April 6-27 | 2:15-3pm

$2/class | Ages 3-12

Register at www.myjcparks.org

For more information, call 423-434-5749

Movement Academy - Homeschool PE

Learn the basic fundamentals of recreational sports and playground games as we focus on strong communication, teamwork and physical health.

Memorial Park Community Center

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 1-2pm

$3/class | Ages 6+

For more information, call 423-434-5757

Kids Yoga

Join us for kid friendly beginner yoga and more as we add games and crafts to this fun-filled exercise class for kids.

Memorial Park Community Center

Fridays, April 7, 14, 21 & 28 | 4-4:30pm

$35/month or $10/week

Open to Kindergarten & Older

Karate

Learn the basics of karate, or expand on your skills with Champions in Motion.

Memorial Park Community Center

Every Monday | Ages K-5

Beginner: 5:30-6:15pm

Returning Students: 6:15-7pm

$11 One-Time Registration Fee, $10/class

Shooting Stars Gymnastics

Hosted by Appalachian Stars Gymnastics, beginner tumblers will learn the proper technique and execution of cartwheels, splits, backbends, round offs, and the beginning techniques of standing back handsprings.

Memorial Park Community Center

Mondays, April 3-24 | 4-5pm

$10/child | Ages 5-8

For more information, call 423-434-5757

Nature Nature

City Nature Challenge Hikes

Join us to learn how to use your smart phone and the iNaturalist App to record identifications of plants and animals in Johnson City’s parks. Each recorded observation will count towards another hopeful win for our city in a friendly competition against the City of Knoxville. We’ll enjoy several group strolls as we learn the value of this easy to use app and the importance of citizen science.

Ages 8+ | Free

Friday, April 28 | 10-11:30am | Buffalo Mountain Park, Harris Pavilion, 570 High Ridge Road

Friday, April 28 | 1-2:30pm | Jacob’s Nature Park, Outdoor Classroom, 1919 Ocala Street

Monday, May 1 | 10-11:30am | Willow Springs Park, Main Parking Lot, 1201 Huffine Road

Monday, May 1 | 1-2:30pm | Winged Deer Park, Disc Golf Parking Lot, 204 Carroll Creek Road Register for one or all of the above hikes at www.myjcparks.org

Bluebell Wildflower Hike

Join us to enjoy Winged Deer Park’s spectacular collection of bluebells, an ephemeral flower that only blooms for a short period of time. This slow-paced stroll will wind around the backforty acres of the park with the bluebells as our centerpiece, while we take time to admire the multitude of other interesting things spring has to offer.

Winged Deer Park

Disc Golf Parking Lot

204 Carroll Creek Road

Monday, April 3 | 10-11:30am

Free | All ages Register here in event of cancellation:

https://bit.ly/bluebells4-3-2023

Preschool Preschool

Super Sprouts

Develop coordination, balance and movement skills while having fun! Soft Koosh and nerftype equipment is used so kids will build confidence and have lots of fun. Parent participation is welcome and encouraged.

Memorial Park Community Center

Fridays, April 7-28 | 9-10am

Free | Ages 1-2

Register at https://bit.ly/MPCCSuperSprouts4-2023

Movement Academy Preschool P.E. Together we will learn the basics and FUN-damentals of sports including basketball, football, soccer, baseball, golf, recreational sports and playground games. This class encourages team building, sportsmanship and fair play.

Memorial Park Community Center

Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 4-27 1-1:45pm | $2/class | Ages 3-5 Register at www.myjcparks.org

Biblio Babies

Biblio Babies is perfect for kids 0-2 years old. Listen to some stories, sing songs, and enjoy some bubbles!

Memorial Park Community Center

Fridays, April 7-28 | 10-10:30am

Free | Ages 0-2

Register at https://bit.ly/BiblioBabies

Little Stars Gymnastics

Hosted by Appalachian Stars Gymnastics, beginner tumblers will spend time exploring skills that involve balance, strength, flexibility, and motor coordination.

Memorial Park Community Center

Tuesdays, April 4-25 | 2-2:45pm

$10/child | Ages 2-4

For more information, call 423-434-5757

Start Smart Tennis

Start Smart Tennis is a National Alliance for Youth Sports (NAYS) program that emphasizes parent participation. This 6-week session will teach the basic rules and skills of the game in a healthy and safe environment for the kids to play and learn the game of tennis.

Metro-Kiwanis Park, 817 Guaranda Drive

Tuesdays, March 21-April 25 | 5:30-6:15pm

Ages 4-6

$25/ city resident | $30/non-city resident Register here:

https://bit.ly/StartSmartTennis3-2023

Parent and Me Yoga

Join us for baby’s first interaction in a social setting while both mommy and baby bond, and moms get a workout at the same time!

Memorial Park Community Center

Fridays, April 7, 14, 21 & 28 | 1-1:30pm

$35/month or $10/week | Ages 0-3

For more information, call 423-434-5749

Cheer

Youth Sports Youth Sports

Have a child that wants to learn cheer? Join us to learn the basics of cheer and work toward competition levels.

Memorial Park Community Center & Keystone Gym

Every Thursday

4-6 years | 5:45-6:30pm

7-9 years | 6:30-7:15pm

10+ years | 7:15-8pm

$11 One-Time Registration Fee, $10/class Instructor: Champions in Motion

Youth Pickleball Lessons

Pickleball is becoming one of the largest growing sports in the nation. Kids will learn the basics of this sport and leave feeling confident in their skills while having fun. Equipment provided.

Memorial Park Community Center

Wednesdays, April 12-May 17

Ages 6-8 | 4:30-5:15pm

Ages 9-12 | 5:30-6:15pm

$10/person

Register at www.myjcparks.org

Ready, Set, Run!

During this 6 week program, participants will learn the basics of running and building confidence while working toward the goal of completing a 5K run. Runners will have weekly lessons that promote healthy eating, positive goal setting, and healthy exercise alternatives. Come prepared to run and have fun!

Memorial Park Community Center

Thursdays, April 20 - May 25 | 5:30-6:15pm

$3/person | Ages 8-12

Register at https://bit.ly/readysetrun4-2023

Homeschool Pickleball Lessons

Pickleball is becoming one of the largest growing sports in the nation. Kids will learn the basics of this sport and leave feeling confident in their skills while having fun. Equipment provided.

Memorial Park Community Center

Tuesdays, April 11-May 16 | 2:15-3pm

$10/person | Ages 8-12

For more information, call 423-434-5749

Youth Golf Clinics

Come out and show us your best swing. Beginner golfers will learn an appropriate golf stance, how to hold a club, putting techniques, stepping and driving.

Memorial Park Community Center

Fridays, April 14-28 | 5:30-6:30pm

Free | Ages 8-14

Register at https://bit.ly/youthgolfclinic

Open Sports Open Sports

Basketball Open Gym

Enjoy a game of pick-up basketball or just shoot around. Times are subject to change due to special programs and events.

Memorial Park Community Center

Monday-Friday | 3-5pm

Free | Open to all ages

Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult

Open Badminton

Beginners and advanced players will take turns on one court for an active and fun way to stay in shape and have some fun.

Keystone Gymnasium

Wednesdays | 6-7:45pm

Free | Open to all ages

Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult

Family Pickleball

Learn how to play one of the fastest growing recreation activities around. Bring your family for this free-time play. Equipment provided if needed.

Memorial Park Community Center

Tuesdays | 6:30-7:45pm

Free | Open to all ages

Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult

Open Volleyball

This is a time for working on your volleyball skills or for learning to play the game. Court 1 reserved for beginners. Court 2 reserved for intermediate players.

Memorial Park Community Center

Wednesdays | 6-7:45pm

Free | Open to all ages

Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult

Open Table Tennis

Bring your friends for Table Tennis. Paddles provided if needed.

Memorial Park Community Center

Wednesdays | 5:30-7:30pm

Free | Ages 16+

Therapeutic Recreation Therapeutic Recreation

These programs are designed specifically for individuals with special needs. Caregivers are welcome as no personal care will be provided.

Adaptive P.E.

Come ready to learn and play hard. We will be learning the basics of multiple sports while having a great time.

Memorial Park Community Center

Wednesdays, April 5-26 | 10-11am

Free | Ages 13+

Register at https://bit.ly/MPCCAdaptivePE

Morning Crafty Creations

Do you love drawing, painting, and creating things? If so, join us! We will be learning about different art mediums and creating fun projects.

Memorial Park Community Center

Tuesdays, April 4-25 | 10-11am

Free | Ages 8+

Register here:

https://bit.ly/MorningCraftyCreations

Sensory Spring Fling

Join us for our first outdoor sensory event at Rotary Park! We will have several springthemed activities for participants to enjoy including crafts, games and snacks.

Harris Pavilion at Rotary Park

1001 North Broadway

Saturday, April 22 | 1-3pm

Free | Open to All Ages

Register in the event of weather cancellation: https://bit.ly/SensorySpringFling

Afternoon Crafty Creations

Do you love drawing, painting, and creating things? If so, join us! We will be learning about different art mediums and creating fun projects.

Memorial Park Community Center

Thursdays, April 6-27 | 4:30-5:15pm

Free | Ages 8+

Register here: https://bit.ly/AfternoonCraftyCreations

Adaptive Dance

Each week we will learn a new type of dance and explore movement as we work on increased body awareness, develop fundamental motor skills, improve selfesteem, concentration and focus.

Memorial Park Community Center

Thursdays, April 6-27 | 10-11am

Free | Ages 13+

Register at

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Administration

4137 Bristol Highway

Hours: 8am-5pm Mon-Fri

Phone: 423-283-5815 Fax: 423-283-5829

Email: jcparksinfo@johnsoncitytn.org

April Norris, Interim Director; 423-434-5807

Charles Ridlehuber, Assistant Director; 423-434-5771

April Norris, Assistant Director; 423-434-5807

Missy Hollifield, Office Manager; 423-283-5870

Linda Guess, Clerical Specialist; 423-283-5815

Michele Smith, Senior Accounts Clerk; 423-283-5828

Tayler Dixon, Promotions & Events; 423-283-5827

Athletic Services

Joe Ebarb, Athletics Manager

4137 Bristol Hwy

Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm Mon-Fri

Phone: 423-283-5822

For text alerts, text the following to 77948: For soccer, text “cojc.5” For basketball, text “cojc.6” for softball, text “cojc.7”

Park Services

Cindy Bogart, Park Services Manager

2216 Eddie Williams Road

423-434-5830

Recreation Services

Sam Miller, Recreation Services Manager

423-283-5820

Aquatics

Rachel Evans, Aquatics Supervisor

423-434-5754

Memorial Park Community Center

510 Bert St.

Hours: 7am-8pm Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm Sat

423-434-5749

Freedom Hall Pool

1320 Pactolas Road

Hours: 3-9pm, Mon-Fri

423-461-4872

Legion Pool

111 Legion St.

Hours: 10am-6pm Mon-Sat, 1-6pm Sun

Closed for Winter

423-461-4856

Carver Recreation Center

Herb Greenlee, Supervisor

322 W. Watauga Ave.

Hours: 9am-7pm Mon-Fri, 12-6pm Sat

423-461-8830

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Memorial Park Community Center

510 Bert St.

Hours: 7am-8pm Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm St

Recreation Services; 423-434-5749

Senior Services; 423-434-6237

Kelly Finney, Center Supervisor; 423-434-5758

Deb Fogle, Senior Services Manager; 423-434-6231

Tina Sparks, Maintenance/Custodial Supervisor; 423-434-2056

Nature

Connie Deegan, Program Coordinator/Nature

4137 Bristol Hwy.

423-283-5821

Langston Centre

Adam Dickson, Center Supervisor; 423-434-5792

315 Elm St.

Hours: 10am-7pm Mon-Fri

423-434-5785

Pine Oaks Golf Course

Bryan Bentley, Golf Manager 1709 Buffalo Road

423-434-6250

Picnic Pavilion Rentals

423-283-5815

Or visit www.myjcparks.org

Batter Up Batting Cages

Winged Deer Park 4137 Bristol Hwy.

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Our Mission

To inspire healthy and active lifestyles and create recreational opportunities filled with people, parks and programs.

Share your Parks and Rec adventures with us!

Enjoy taking photos? Share your pictures of family and friends enjoying our parks, events and facilities. We’d love to see you enjoying the amenities we have to offer, and we’d love to feature some of your photos in our newsletter, on our website, social media channels, and in this Fun Guide! Email them to us at: jcparksinfo@johnsoncitytn.org

Photo Policy

On occasion, our staff may photograph or video 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, flyers, social media and video productions.

Tobacco/Firearm Policy

Use of tobacco products or vapor products is prohibited pursuant to City of Johnson City Ordinance #11-142. Each offense shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed $50. Firearms are prohibited pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated section 39-17-1311. Valid carry permit required pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated Section 39-17-1311 during all non-school related athletic events.

Volunteer

Looking for a chance to give back to the community? We have just the opportunity! Much of what we do 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 Johnson City as a great place to live, work and PLAY!

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 works, and improve the quality of life for our citizens.

Seasonal Job Opportunities

Parks and Recreation provides seasonal job opportunities such as lifeguards, summer program staff, tennis instructors, athletic officials, scorekeepers and turf maintenance staff. To see the current available positions, click here.

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Disclaimer

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

Fees

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 separate from fees paid for programs and services offered by the Parks and Recreation Department. In recognition of this contribution, Johnson City residents qualify for the resident rate. Those who live outside Johnson City’s municipal limits qualify for the non-resident rate.

Warning of Risk

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 the 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 circumstance 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. All participants are expected to follow facility rules. Specialty areas such as pools, mountain bike trails 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.

Refunds

• 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. Medical refunds may be considered upon request if 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, programs or athletic programs greater than $10 will be charged an administrative fee of $10.

• Transfers on department-operated classes, programs or athletic programs can be transferred with the same division for the same fee. The transfer must be made before the start date.

• The department reserves the right to grant any and all refunds at its sole discretion. An appeal can be requested in writing to the Parks and Recreation director, whose decision is administratively final.