Pierce County Parks 2021 Fall Adventure Guide + Calendar by Pierce County

ADVENTURE FALL 2021 SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER | NOVEMBER

GUIDE + CALENDAR

Touch-A-Truck HAUNTED HEADLIGHTS

Family Bingo!

FANTASY LIGHTS

Digital Version - Updated Often - LAST REVISED: SEPT 24, 2021

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Image: Frederickson Community Center at Stan and Joan Cross Park - see “Featured Story” page 46

CONTENTS

PARKS

06 REGISTRATION

How to sign up for events and programs; policies

09 EVENT CALENDAR SAVE THE DATE Special Events and monthly calendars

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26 OUR PROGRAMS

Science, cooking, crafts, sports and exercise

34 ICE ARENA

Learn-to-skate, hockey, public ice skating, broom ball & ice bumper cars

44 GOLF

Chambers Bay and Lake Spanaway Golf Courses

46 FEATURE STORY New park opens in Frederickson

50 DIRECTORY

Our team, community centers and contact information

52 OUR PARKS

Explore our regions, includes map

54 NATURAL LANDS

Pitch In For Parks, Giving Tree events, Projects & Plans

58 JOIN OUR TEAM

You may be one click away from your next career

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Registration begins Au

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Visit our website and register via ActiveNet. Get started with the click of a button. View and select the class or program you would like by adding it to your cart. Please Note: A 5% transaction fee (up to $2.50) will be charged during check-out.

Walk-up registration is available during posted business hours at select locations to register and pay in person. We accept credit cards, cash, or checks payable to: Pierce County Parks. Please Note: a $25 NSF fee will be added on returned checks.

LOCATIONS:

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Call us during regular business hours (Mon - Fri, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, excluding major holidays) at 253-798-4177. Please be prepared to provide a credit card number during registration. Pre-payment is required.

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Sprinker Recreation Center 14824 C St S, Tacoma, WA 98444 (253) 798-4000 | Mon - Fri | 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Frederickson Community Center 4420 Military Road E, Tacoma, WA 98446 (253) 798-4055 | Mon - Fri | 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Meridian Habitat Park & Center

Print and fill out the online form listing the class, program or event with the participant’s information and mail to us at: Pierce County Parks 9850 64th St W, University Place, WA 98467

14422 Meridian E, Puyallup, WA 98375 (253) 798-4049 | Mon - Fri | hours vary Chambers Creek Regional Park - Environmental Services Building 9850 64th St W, University Place, WA 98467 (253) 798-4141 | Mon - Fri | 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

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PAYMENT: Pre-payment is required at the time all activitiy registrations or reser-

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vations are made. We accept VISA, MasterCard, cash and checks payable to Pierce County Parks.

LIABILITY RELEASE WAIVER: Registering for any of our programs implies

you have read, understood and agree to the following: For and in consideration of permission to participate in the recreation activity, I the undersigned participant (if over age 18) or parent or guardian (if participant is under 18) completely release and agree to indemnify and hold Pierce County and its employees, its hired or contracted instructors and any other person, volunteers or organizations affiliated with Pierce County in connection with this recreation activity harmless from and against any and all liability for any injury or damage from negligence or otherwise which may be suffered by the participant arising out of or in any way connected with this recreation activity. I realize that recreation activities have an inherent risk of physical injury. If the participant has any physical ailments or conditions which might affect his/ her health by participating in the activity, I have consulted a physician or other medical authority and received permission to participate. I understand that photographs/videos taken of Parks and Recreation Programs may be used by the Department of Parks and Recreation for promoting our programs, classes, events, in print, tv, or on the website.

VIRTUAL PROGRAMS: Participation standards and behavior are the same for

virtual as they are for in-person programming. Participants must provide their own internet capable device and Pierce County is not responsible for poor internet connection. In addition, recording virtual programs (video, picture, audio, etc.) is not allowed. Please see the individual activity description for your desired class.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION • • • • • • •

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Pre-registration is required for all classes unless otherwise stated. All fees are due at the time of registration. No “on-site” registration will be taken by instructors. All classes/programs have a minimum and maximum enrollment. Registration is required prior to posted dealines to ensure class minimums are met. Third party ticket/registrations are not endorsed or accepted. We will make every attempt to increase maximum enrollment and/ or add additional program offerings when there is a waiting list. There is a $25 service fee for all returned checks and declined credit cards.

SENSORY FRIENDLY: Pierce County stands for inclusion, acceptance

and equality. We offer specialized recreation programs and program modifications to meet the needs of our community. This icon is placed next to programs and events providing “sensory-friendly” accommodations or times which may include full-lighting, low-volume music, reduced special effects and access to a decompression room. For times specific to events please visit the event web pages: www. piercecountywa.gov/parks

ACCOMMODATIONS: To request an accommodation, please call 253-798-4177. MEDICAL INSURANCE: All participants should have their own medical insurance to cover any injuries sustained while participating in any Pierce County Parks activity. Pierce County will not be financially responsible for any medical expenses.

PHOTO/VIDEO NOTICE: Pierce County Parks staff may video record or take

photos of participants in programs and special events, or people in or on park properties. Those recordings and photos may be used for promotional purposes in print, on television, on our website or social media platforms.

INCLEMENT WEATHER: In the event of severe weather conditions it is the participant’s responsibility to contact the center regarding the status of classes, meetings or activities.

FAIR PLAY IN COMMUNITY SPORTS: Pierce County specifically prohibits

discrimination against any person on the basis of gender in the operation, conduct or administration of its community athletics programs for youth and adults.

GENERAL REFUND POLICY: A request for a full refund will be granted only if

Holiday Office Closures

Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day New Years Day

Thurs, Nov 25 Sat, Dec 25 Sat, Jan 1

the request is presented before the first class begins. After classes have started, your refund request will be issued on a prorated basis, however no refunds will be issued after the start of the 3rd class. Refund requests must be presented 24 hours prior to one-day seminar/workshops. We regret that refunds cannot be made for programs, classes, clinics or trips consisting of 4 or less sessions unless approved by the Supervisor. Please call for specific program refund policies.

DISCLAIMER: This Adventure Guide is a general schedule of programs, activities, and events. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. For updated information, call 253-798-4177 or visit us online at www.piercecountywa.gov/parks.

SAVE

THE DATE

event calendar

Use the calendars on the next few pages to discover SPECIAL EVENTS and IMPORTANT DATE REMINDERS to aid in planning your family’s next adventures!

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SEPT 4 COME FLY A KITE DAY

Bring your family/household members and fly a kite! Enjoy the great weather (and breeze) in the Central Meadow with wide open areas perfect for kite flying. No kite? No problem! Pre-purchase and register for a kite kit online with us and build it yourself at the park! On the day of the event, pick up your kits at our Parks booth. AGE: All Ages FEE: FREE ($4/kite kit) LOCATION DAY DATE TIME Chambers Creek Regional Park Sat Sept 4 10 am - 1 pm - Central Meadow

SEPT 11 NATURE WALK & CREATE

Take a “nature walk” with your family through Frontier Park, collecting items and creating incredible works of art along the way! Staffed tables with all the items you’ll need for stunning masterpieces await you as you traverse the terrain of the park. AGE: All Ages FEE: $10/family (max 6) LOCATION DAY DATE TIME REGISTER BY CODE Frontier Park Sat Sept 11 10:00 - 12 pm Sept 10 cancelled

SEPT 11 TOUCH-A-TRUCK

Does your child have a love for trucks and large vehicles? Kids of all ages will love to climb, run around, sit in, and honk horns of many types of trucks and vehicles. A special no horns time is scheduled from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. for sensory sensitive children. Come explore a fire engine, dump trucks, command center, bucket truck, striper, tractor, military vehicles, school buses and so many more. AGE: All Ages FEE: FREE LOCATION Sprinker Recreation Center DAY DATE TIME “NO-HORNS” TIME Sat Sept 11 10 am - 1 pm 12 - 1 pm

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SEPT 18 PITCH IN FOR PARKS A

Come take in the last rays of summer and help us weed the flower beds and native plants. Please visit page 54 for volunteer program details. AGE: All Ages (under 15yr w/guardian) FEE: FREE - Volunteer work LOCATION DAY DATE TIME REGISTER BY CODE Meridian Habitat Park Sat Sept 18 10:00 am - 12 pm Sept 17 cancelled

SEPT 18 CLASSIC CAR & TRUCK SHOW

The 18th annual CARSTAR HI-TECH Collision Classic Car & Truck Show returns with activities for car and truck enthusiasts alike come rain or shine. Stroll through aisles of vintage vehicles, meet the owners, and vote for your favorite vehicle. Vehicles will be judged and presented awards in multiple categories. Spectator parking is free; spaces may be limited. • • •

T-SHIRTS - Pre-purchase by Sept 11: $10/SM, MD, LG, XL, 2X | $12/3XL, 4XL CAR ENTRY - Years 1989 and older: $15/by Sept 11, $20/at event CAR VENDORS - Vendor booths availble: $35/10x10 space, Fri night set-up, must stay until end of show. Register by Sept 11.

AGE: All Ages FEE: FREE spectator admission, see above for car entry fees LOCATION DAY DATE TIME Sprinker Recreation Center Sat Sept 18 8 am - 12 pm

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Come Fly A Kite Day 10 am - 1 pm Chambers Creek Regional Park

Touch-A-Truck 10 am - 1 pm 12 - 1 pm “no horns” Sprinker Recreation Center

Image: Classic Car & Truck Show at Sprinker Recreation Center by Shani Stewart

Classic Car & Truck Show 8 am - 12 pm Sprinker Recreation Center

PROGRAMS Belly Dance Krafty Kids Learn-To-Skate Learn-To-Play Tae Kwon Do

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SEPTEMBEr SUN

MON

TUES

WED

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THURS

FRI

SAT

Labor Day

Come Fly A Kite Day

Touch-A-Truck

Classic Car & Truck Show

AUGUST

OCTOBER

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25 1

5 12 19 26 2

6 13 20 27 3

7 14 21 28 4

26 3 10 17 24 31

27 4 11 18 25 1

28 5 12 19 26 2

29 6 13 20 27 3

30 7 14 21 29 4

1 8 15 22 29 5

2 9 16 23 30 6

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OCT 16 DONUT DASH 5K - #4 RUN THE FUN! 5K SERIES

Who doesn’t LOVE donuts?! Enjoy a donut pit-stop on the trail and even one when you’re done! The Foothills Trail in Orting is paved and provides flat areas with easy slopes. Please choose your start time based on your experience level. Check-in 10 minutes prior to your staggered start time. Registration includes a race bib and Donut Dash 5K keepsake medal! Collect all 5 medals across the series and be entered to win a prize! The 5K course is USATF certified and chip timed. Pre-register only. No day of race registration. T-shirts are not available for purchase at this time. • •

In-person Run: Check-in - 8:30 am. Packet Pick-up: Oct 13th, Lakewood Community Center, 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Virtual Run: Packets will be mailed via USPS on Oct 8th

AGE: All Ages FEE: $15/12 yr & under, $30/13 yr & over, $20/virtual LOCATION DAY DATE START TIME REGISTER BY CODE Foothills Trail Sat Oct 16 9:00 am advanced Oct 4 16612 -Orting Main City Park 9:25 am intermediate 16611 10:00 am beginner 16610 Virtual Option Fri-Sun Oct 15-17 any time you like Oct 4 16613

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OCT 18-31 SPOOKTACULAR HUNT

Halloween creatures have taken over the Grandview Trail! Starting at the “Playground by the Sound” - near the noth parking lot, head south along the trail in search of 10 creepy and spooky creatures. Find all 10 and fill out your scavenger hunt card/activity sheet (available for download on our website) for a themed prize! Extra scavenger hunt cards are available in the Environmental Services Building lobby.

OCT 27-30 HAUNTED HEADLIGHTS

Bring the kiddos for a “slightly spooky” drive through Frontier Park, along lit and decorated paths.

Last day to claim your prize is Monday, November 1st. AGE: All Ages FEE: FREE LOCATION Chambers Creek Regional Park - Grandview Trail HUNT DATES RETURN CARDS HERE Oct 18 - 31 Environmental Services Building RETURN DAY / TIME Mon-Fri between 8:00 am - 4 pm

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TICKETS ON SALE: OCT 1

AGE: All Ages FEE: $10/car LOCATION Frontier Park DATES TIME DAY Oct 27-30 6:00 - 9 pm Thur-Sat 15

EVENTS 16

Donut Dash 5K 10 am - 12 pm Foothills Trail

18-31

Spooktacular Hunt 8 am - 3 pm Chambers Creek Regional Park

27-30

Image: Haunted Headlights wagon greeter at Frontier Park by Kerry Jack

Haunted Headlights 6 pm - 9 pm Frontier Park

PROGRAMS Belly Dance Bricks 4 Kidz® Krafty Kids Learn-To-Skate Learn-To-Play PCA Cheer Clinic Tae Kwon Do

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october SUN

MON

TUES

WED

2021

THURS

FRI

SAT

Spooktacular Hunt

Columbus Day Spooktacular Hunt

Spooktacular Hunt

Spooktacular Hunt Haunted Headlights

Spooktacular Hunt

Donut Dash 5K

Spooktacular Hunt

Spooktacular Hunt Haunted Headlights

september S 29 5 12 19 26

Halloween 17

M 30 6 13 20 27

T 31 7 14 21 28

Spooktacular Hunt

W 1 8 15 22 29

T 2 9 16 23 30

F 3 10 17 24 1

Spooktacular Hunt Haunted Headlights

november S 4 11 18 25 2

S 31 7 14 21 28

M 1 8 15 22 29

T 2 9 16 23 30

W 3 10 17 24 1

T 4 11 18 25 2

F 5 12 19 26 3

S 6 13 20 27 4

NOV 5 FAMILY CAR BINGO NIGHT

Do you love to play BINGO?! Join us for a fun family outing from the safety of your car! Six BINGO cards and one dauber will be distributed at the parking lot to each player. When someone in your car gets a BINGO all you have to do is honk your horn and flash your car lights. We will come to your car to verify and handout prizes for the winners. The parking lot will be open at 5:30 p.m. The Carolina Grill will also be onsite selling food and drinks. AGE: All Ages LOCATION DAY DATE Fri Nov 5

FEE: $30/car GAMES: 6 Meridian Habitat Park TIME REGISTER BY 6:30 - 9 pm Oct 25

CODE 16658

NOV 13 GIVING TREE Z Stop by for free trees and pollinator seeds.

AGE: All Ages FEE: FREE LOCATION Sprinker Recreation Center DAY DATE TIME Sat Nov 13 10:00 am - 2 pm

NOV 15-30 TURKEY TRAILS

Help! Turkeys are on the loose and have been spotted roaming around the south region parks and trails. We need your help to gather them back up. Darn it, they keep escaping; it’s going to take all of us to keep them in. If you find one, please bring it back for a fun reward! AGE: All Ages FEE: FREE WHERE TO FIND A TURKEY DATES LOOSE Cross Park Nov 15 - Nov 30 Frontier Park RETURN TURKEYS TO Heritage Recreation Center Meridian Habitat Park or Meridian Habitat Park Cross Park Naches Trail Preserve RETURN DAY / TIME Nathan Chapman Memorial Tral Mon-Fri South Hill Community Park between 8 am - 4 pm

Image: Daddy Daughter Dance by Sangkros Lok

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NOV 19 DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE

Fathers and daughters, enjoy a “Hollywood-themed” evening just for you! All ages welcome, come prepared to dance the night away. An array of music will please all age groups and tastes! Pictures will be taken onsite to commemorate this fun evening! AGE: All Ages FEE: $25/couple + $8/each additional daughter LOCATION Frontier Park Lodge DAY DATE TIME REGISTER BY CODE Sat Nov 19 6 - 9 pm Nov 19 16638 6 - 7pm sensory friendly hour

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NOV 20 PITCH IN FOR PARKS A

Enjoy the crisp autumn air and help us remove invasive species like Scotch broom and Himalayan blackberry. Please visit page 54 for volunteer program details. AGE: All Ages (under 15yr w/guardian) FEE: FREE - Volunteer work LOCATION Chambers Creek Regional Park DAY DATE TIME REGISTER BY Sat Nov 20 10:00 - 12 pm Nov 19

CODE 16664

NOV 20 HOLIDAY MARKET

It’s the return of “Crafters Creations”! Local artisans selling handmade items (no direct sales). VENDOR REGISTRATION OPENS: SEPT 13 AGE: All Ages LOCATION Frontier Park

FEE: FREE shoppers admission VENDOR FEE: $45 DAY DATE TIME REGISTER BY Sat Nov 20 9:00 am - 4 pm Oct 29

CODE 16749

NOV 20/21 FANTASY LIGHTS WALK AGE: All Ages

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NOV 26 - JAN 2 FANTASY LIGHTS DRIVE AGE: All Ages

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Family Car Bingo Night 6:30 - 9 pm Meridian Habitat Park

Giving Tree 10 am - 2 pm Sprinker Recreation Center

15-30

Turkey Trails South Region Parks

Daddy Daughter Dance 6 - 9 pm Frontier Park

Image: Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park by Shirley McCallum

Pitch In For Parks 10 am - 12 pm Chambers Creek Regional Park Holiday Market 9 am - 4 pm Frontier Park

20-21

Fantasy Lights Walk Spanaway Park

Nov 26 - Jan 2 Fantasy Lights Spanaway Park

PROGRAMS Belly Dance Bricks 4 Kidz® Junior Top Chef Krafty Kids Learn-To-Skate Learn-To-Play PCA Cheer Clinic Tae Kwon Do

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NOVEMber SUN

Daylight Saving Time Ends at 2:00 AM

MON

TUES

Election Day

WED

2021

THURS

FRI

SAT

Family Car Bingo Night

Giving Tree

Veteran’s Day

Turkey Trails Fantasy Lights WALK

Turkey Trails

Turkey Trails Daddy Daughter Dance

Turkey Trails

Turkey Trails Fantasy Lights DRIVE

Turkey Trails Pitch In For Parks Holiday Market Fantasy Lights WALK

Turkey Trails Fantasy Lights DRIVE

Thanksgiving Day

Turkey Trails Fantasy Lights DRIVE

OCTOBER S 26 3 10 17 24 31

M 27 4 11 18 25 1

T 28 5 12 19 26 2

W 29 6 13 20 27 3

T 30 7 14 21 29 4

december F 1 8 15 22 29 5

S 2 9 16 23 30 6

S 28 5 12 19 26

M 29 6 13 20 27

T 30 7 14 21 28

W 1 8 15 22 29

T 2 9 16 23 30

F 3 10 17 24 31

S 4 11 18 25 1

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The events listed here will be featured on the December calendar pages in the Winter 2021-2022 Adventure Guide edition.

DECEMBER events DEC 4 SANTA PAWS

Santa Paws is Coming to Town! Dress your furry friend in their best holiday outfit and head down to Chambers Creek Regional Park to get their picture taken with Santa Claus. Treats and refreshments will be available for both dogs and their owners. Photos will be available for download the following week. The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County will be onsite accepting pet-friendly donations. AGE: All Ages LOCATION DAY DATE Sat Dec 4

FEE: $5/person (fee covers all family pets) Chambers Creek Regional Park - Central Meadow TIME REGISTER BY 10 am - 2 pm Nov 29

DEC 11 SANTA’S SLEIGH 5K

- #5 RUN THE FUN! 5K SERIES

It’s time to get into the holiday spirit! Join us in your finest ugly holiday sweaters, Santa suits, and festive attire to celebrate the season! Hot cocoa, music, giveaways, costume contest, and more! The beautifully forested 5K course on the Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail is very flat and stroller friendly. Please choose your start time based on your experience level. Registration includes a race bib and Santa’s Sleigh 5K keepsake medal! Collect all 5 medals across the series and be entered to win a prize! The 5K course is USATF certified and chip timed. Pre-register only. No day of race registration. • •

In-person Run: Check-in - 8:30 am | Packet Pick-up: Dec 8th at Meridian Habitat Center from 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Virtual Run: Packets will be mailed via USPS on Dec 3rd

AGE: All Ages FEE: $15/12 yr & under, $30/13 yr & over, $20/virtual LOCATION DAY DATE START TIME REGISTER BY CODE Heritage Recreation Center Sat Dec 11 9:00 am advanced Nov 29 16616 - Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail 9:25 am intermediate 16617 10:00 am beginner 16615 Virtual Option Fri-Sun Dec 10-12 any time you like Nov 29 16618

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DEC 18 CHAMBERS ELF HUNT

Santa’s Elves were excited when Mrs. Claus said they could continue their exploration of Washington State and make their way to Chambers Creek Regional Park, after exploring Ashford Park. They can be tricksters, so it’s up to us to make sure they get back to the North Pole in time for Christmas! Come out and enjoy some hot chocolate and freshly popped popcorn while you search Chambers Creek Regional Park for these adventurous elves. Return them to our staff on site and receive a goody bag as a reward. AGE: All Ages FEE: FREE LOCATION Chambers Creek Regional Park - North Meadow DAY DATE TIME Sat Dec 18 11:00 am - 3 pm

NOV 25 - JAN 2 FANTASY LIGHTS DRIVE AGE: All Ages

DEC 11 ASHFORD ELF HUNT

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After a trip to Mount Rainier, Santa’s elves are continuing their expedition at Ashford Park, and we need your help to ensure they make it back to the North Pole before Christmas! Come out and enjoy some hot chocolate and freshly popped popcorn while you search Ashford Park for these adventurous elves. Return them to our staff on site, and receive a goody bag of fun as a reward! This event will be held rain, snow, or shine. AGE: All Ages FEE: FREE LOCATION Ashford Park DAY DATE TIME Sat Dec 11 11:00 am - 3 pm

DEC 17 CANDY CANE HUNT

ICE LIGHTS

It’s a rumor that Santa will be leaving candy canes around Cross Park! Come join us as we prepare for the big hunt with cocoa, crafts and decorations. Please bring your own bag or decorate one at the community center. Candy canes will be limited.

Information coming soon... AGE: All Ages FEE: $ TICKETS ON SALE: LOCATION Sprinker Recreation Center www.piercecountywa.gov/icelights

AGE: All Ages FEE: $6/child (parents are free) LOCATION Cross Park DAY DATE TIME REGISTER BY Fri DEC 17 5 pm / 6 pm / 7 pm Dec 14

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youth Bricks 4 Kidz® Junior Robotics Class: Cyber-Vehicles

Children as young as 6-10 years of age can have fun learning robotics! Using software while working on laptops, kids will be able to program the robots they build using Bricks 4 Kidz model plans and LEGO® technology to create exciting dynamic cyber-vehicles. Build and program a self-driving delivery truck, a personal pod that tumbles along, a dragster you can race, and a custom air show routine. This 4-week class provides a hands-on learning experience that actively involves young students in their own learning process while making lasting memories. All students take home a custom minifigure (kits are reused not taken home). AGE: 6-10 yr FEE: $56 LOCATION DAY Meridian Habitat Park Fri

CLASSES: 4 START END TIME Oct 8 Oct 29 6:00 - 7 pm

CODE 16722

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EV3 Robotics Class: Cyber-Vehicles

Build and program real working robots! Using software while working on laptops, kids ages 9-12 will be able to program the robots they build using Bricks 4 Kidz model plans and LEGO® technology to create exciting dynamic cyber-vehicles. Build and program a tracked tank-bot, a daring dragster, a high-tech tricycle, and a relentless rover. Join us for this action-packed 4-week class where kids learn real-life skills while having real-kid fun. All students take home a custom minifigure (kits are reused not taken home). AGE: 9-12 yr FEE: $56 LOCATION Sprinker Recreation Center

CLASSES: 4 DAY START END TIME Thurs Oct 7 Oct 28 6:00 - 7 pm

CODE 16650

Junior Robotics Class: Robo-Animals

Children as young as 6-10 years of age can have fun learning robotics! Using software while working on laptops, kids will be able to program the robots they build using Bricks 4 Kidz model plans and LEGO® technology to create amazing autonomous robo-animals. Build and program a charging rhino, a jumping cricket, a crazy caterpillar, and a flapping bird. This 4-week class provides a hands-on learning experience that actively involves young students in their own learning process while making lasting memories. All students take home a custom minifigure (kits are reused not taken home). AGE: 6-10 yr FEE: $56 LOCATION Meridian Habitat Park

CLASSES: 4 DAY START END NO CLASS Fri Nov 12 Dec 10 Nov 26

TIME 6:00 - 7 pm

CODE 16721

EV3 Robotics Class: Robo-Animals

Build and program real working robots! Using software while working on laptops, kids ages 9-12 will be able to program the robots they build using Bricks 4 Kidz model plans and LEGO® technology to create amazing autonomous robo-animals. Build and program “K-9” the walking and barking dog, “Rab-Bot” the hopping rabbit, a creepy crawly spider, and an automated dog walker. Join us for this action-packed 4-week class where kids learn real-life skills while having real-kid fun. All students take home a custom mini-figure (kits are reused not taken home). AGE: 9-12 yr FEE: $56 LOCATION Sprinker Recreation Center

CLASSES: 4 DAY START END Thurs Nov 4 Dec 9

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NO CLASS Nov 11, 25

TIME 6:00 - 7 pm

CODE 16651

Junior Top Chefs

Are you eager to cook and don’t know where to begin? Then look no further! The Chambers Bay Culinary Team will teach you everything you need to know about becoming “top chefs” in the kitchen! This series will cover basic kitchen etiquette right up to creating world class desserts! Do you have what it takes to be the next top chef? • • • • •

Class 1: Basic kitchen etiquette and applications (includes knife skills and 1-2 appetizers) Class 2: Salad and Soup Class 3: Entree Class 4: Dessert Class 5: Formal dinner for your special guests (limit 2 guests per junior) .

AGE: Session 1: 12-15 yr, Session 2: 8-11 yr FEE: $130/junior + $115 each additional junior LOCATION Chambers Bay Grill DAY START END TIME Tues Session 1: Oct 26 Nov 23 6:00 - 8 pm Wed Session 2: Oct 27 Nov 24 6:00 - 8 pm

CLASSES: 5/per session CODE 16660 16661

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PCA - Cheer Clinic

Puyallup Cheer Academy is excited to continue its partnership with Pierce County Parks by offering the community a cheer clinic this fall. Experienced coaches will focus on cheer technique, jumps, kicks and dance. On the last day of class families will be invited to a performance where the kids can showcase their new skills they have developed throughout the month! Puyallup Cheer Academy strives to provide a positive environment that allows participants to learn and build skills for the future. AGE: 8 - 18 yr FEE: $45 LOCATION DAY Meridian Habitat Park Wed

CLASSES: 4 DATES Oct 6-27

TIME REGISTER BY 4:00 - 5:00 pm Sept 29

CODE 16637

Krafty Kids

Let your kids artistic side shine through with our new Krafty Kids class! Once a month we will hold these classes for kids and their grown-up to explore art with a variety of mediums and materials. This unique learning experience will allow kids and parents to have fun, get creative, and meet new friends! This is a parent and child class, parents are required to be there and participate. AGE: 3-6yr LOCATION Cross Park Cross Park Cross Park Cross Park

FEE: $15/child DAY DATE Wed Sept 8 Wed Oct 13 Wed Nov 10 Wed Dec 8

CLASSES: 1 TIME 10:00 - 11 am 10:00 - 11 am 10:00 - 11 am 10:00 - 11 am

CODE 16654 16655 16656 16657

Challenger International Soccer - Tiny Tykes

Tiny Tykes is a new and exciting program focusing on the development of children aged 2-5 years old. Our soccer experts and child development professionals have designed an innovative curriculum that introduces the young soccer stars to the basic skills needed in soccer as well as developing their motor, social and psychological skills. Our international and locally based soccer staff are experts at working with young children and will combine soccer with fun games, stories and activities that keep your children entertained and enthused to return the next week! Includes a soccer ball and uniform. AGE: 2-5yr LOCATION South Hill Park South Hill Park

FEE: $100/child CLASSES: 6 DAY DATES TIME Fri Sept 24-Oct 29 2:00 - 2:45 pm (2-3yr/cubs) Fri Sept 24-Oct 29 3:00 - 3:45 pm (4-5yr/lions)

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Challenger International Soccer - Next Level Skills League

This is a 6 week soccer program that involves one training session per week coached by Challenger’s licensed and professional Soccer Coaches. The program focuses on developing the individual technical skills of each player with emphasis on ball familiarity, dribbling, individual moves, turns & tricks. Players will also compete in organized games where they will put into practice the skills they have worked on in their training sessions. The small-sided games will maximize the contact that each player has with the ball and in turn provide the maximum opportunity for skill development. Includes a soccer ball and t-shirt. AGE: 6-12yr LOCATION South Hill Park South Hill Park

FEE: $100/child CLASSES: 6 DAY DATES TIME Fri Sept 24-Oct 29 4:00 - 5 pm (6-8yr) Fri Sept 24-Oct 29 5:00 - 6 pm (9-12yrlions)

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TEEN / adult

Tae Kwon Do

Build self-discipline, agility, balance, strength and speed. Students are built from the inside out and must face strict standards for advancement including physical, mental and written tests. Learn Olympic style, traditional weapons and boxing training. This class is taught by career instructors with multiple years of experience. AGE: 8 & over FEE: $45, +$35 each additional family member CLASSES: Monthly, 2x/week LOCATION DAY START END NO CLASS TIME Sprinker Recreation Center Mon/Thurs Sept 2 Sept 30 Sept 6 6:00 - 8 pm Sprinker Recreation Center Mon/Thurs Oct 4 Oct 28 6:00 - 8 pm Sprinker Recreation Center Mon/Thurs Nov 1 Nov 29 Nov 11, 25 6:00 - 8 pm

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Jazzercise

Strike, Fusion, Core, Strength, and Dance Mixx will leave you breathless, toned and coming back for more. Start working it... with Jazzercise! Classes will strictly adhere to current health requirements and will be limited to 10 students. Registration is required. Contact southhilljazzercise@yahoo.com for registration. AGE: 18 & over FEE: $15/single class, $45/month, $100/10 class pass LOCATION Meridian Habitat Park DAY START END NO CLASS TIME Tues/Thurs Sept 2 Dec 30 Sept 5, Nov 11 & 25 *10:00 - 10:45 am Mon/Tues/Thurs Sept 2 Dec 30 Sept 5, Nov 11 & 25 *6:00 - 6:45 pm * Classes are currently 45 minutes due to COVID restrictions/mask mandate. Once the mandate has been lifted, classes will resume their previous full hour schedule.

Belly Dance

Middle Eastern Belly Dance is a low-impact form of dance appropriate for all body types and backgrounds. Learn history, basic movements, isolation techniques, and more. No dance experience necessary. All ages, shapes, genders welcome. Come with a willingness to learn make new friends, laugh and have a good time. AGE: 18 & over FEE: $55 LOCATION Sprinker Recreation Center Sprinker Recreation Center Frederickson Community Center Frederickson Community Center

CLASSES: 6 DAY START Tues Aug 31 Tues Oct 19 Wed Sept 1 Wed Oct 20

END Oct 5 Nov 23 Oct 6 Nov 24

TIME 6:00 - 7 pm 6:00 - 7 pm 6:00 - 7 pm 6:00 - 7 pm

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SPANAWAY REGIONAL PARK Sprinker Recreation Center

m Phone: 253-798-4000 o Address: 14824 C St S, Tacoma WA, 98444 K Website: www.piercecountywa.gov/sprinker Sprinker Recreation Center is your community recreation headquarters. Nowhere in Pierce County will you find more family activities than right here on your back doorstep. We offer indoor and outdoor recreational facilities for all ages and abilities. First rate classes, programs and community events are what make Sprinker Recreation Center the place to play. Programs currently offered: Ice Skating/Hockey, Tennis, Racquetball, Pickleball, Basketball, Skateboarding, Adult & Youth Recreation, Adult Slowpitch, Ice Bumper Cars, and Public Skate Sessions.

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PROGRAM INFORMATION:

Sprinker’s Learn to Skate Program is for all ages 4 to Adult who want to skate for fun or interested in becoming a serious figure skater or hockey player in a group class setting. Our program follows the Ice Sports Industry’s (ISI) Learn To Skate curriculum which offers classes that are designed for the recreational to advanced skater; with teaching, testing, and award ribbon/patches available for different levels of achievement in basic skills and freestyle. Levels of instruction include: PreSkate 1, 2, 3 & 4, Beginning 1 & 2, PreAlpha, Alpha 1 & 2, Beta 1 & 2, Gamma 1 & 2, Delta 1 & 2, Beginning Freestyle, Freestyle 1, 2, & 3, Beginning Freestyle 4. Check out what you will learn here: LINK TO SKILLS

All New Skaters should register for PreSkate 1 Ages: 4-6, Beginning 1 Ages: 7 + Skaters are evaluated during the first 2 weeks and placed in the appropriate class level. At the end of the 8 or 9 week session, skaters will be tested and may earn a ribbon/patch before advancing to the next level. Each skater will receive on the day of lesson • 30 minutes of instruction • Rental Figure or Hockey Skates • Practice time on the public session following the lesson • Skill assessment on the last day of class which will include a Ribbon or ISI Patch recognizing the skaters achievement • Two complimentary admissions to any regular price public skating session.

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REGISTRATION:

Registration can be done in person at Sprinker Recreation Center, or by phone with a visa or mastercard by calling 253-798-4000 or online at www.piercecountywa.gov/2372/Learn-to-Skate It is recommended that returning skaters wait to register until after their skills test on the last day of class. Pre-Registration is required prior to the first day of class. SESSION SESSION DATES REGISTRATION DATES Session 1 Sept. 13-Nov. 13 Accepted as of August 4 Class Dates Mon Sept. 13-Nov. 8 Wed Sept. 15-Nov. 10 Thur Sept. 16-Nov. 11 Sat Sept. 18-Nov. 13 Session 2 Nov. 22-Feb. 3 Accepted as of October 6 Class Dates Mon Nov. 22-Jan. 24 No class on Dec. 27, 27 Wed Dec. 1-Feb. 2 No class on Dec. 22, 29 Thur Dec. 2-Feb. 3 No class on Dec. 23, 30 Sat Classes no offered – resumes Feb. 5 CLASS TIMES Monday Wednesday Thursday Saturday

5:45-6:15pm, 6:15-6:45pm 5:45-6:15pm, 6:15-6:45pm 10:30-11:00 am 11:30am-12:30pm

PROGRAM COST 9 weeks – Session 1 $90.00 8 weeks – Session 2 $80.00 ISI Membership* $15.00 Sept. 1, 2021-August 31, 2022 *Required for All Learn To Skate Participants. Joining ISI for the 1st time online, add it to the cart before check out, you will not need to provide the ISI number. Summer Session 5-2021 skaters who paid for ISI Membership is good thru August 31, 2022!

SKATING ATTIRE:

Beginning skaters are strongly encouraged to wear an All-Sport safety helmet or Crash head band. All Skaters should wear gloves, long pants, warm layered clothing, appropriate socks (not too thick). Freestyle level skaters should wear skating attire such as yoga pants, joggers, leggings. Long hair should be pulled back away from the face and are encouraged to have their own figure skates.

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PROFESSIONAL STAFF:

Sprinker Recreation Center Coaches are highly qualified skating professionals trained to offer you instruction that will provide the best foundation for ice skating. Figure Skating Program Coordinator and ISI President Janice Teodoro-Forbes Ice Skating Coaches: Brooke Bowman, Stephanie Burgess, Ashley Haywood, Jordan Lee, Lisa Martin, Stacey Norris, Glenn Patterson, SueEllen Quick, Jennifer Rubin, Heidi Sullivan and Natalie Thompson. Meet Your Coaches! Read about our coaches at LINK

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LESSON SCHEDULE:

Are You Ready to Skate? Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of class! Did you remember socks, helmet, gloves and a great attitude! Attendance Punch Card will be given at the Control Room on the first day of class. Card must be shown/punched each week. Pre-registration is required and may not be available on the first day of class.

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Preskate 1-4 (ages 4-6)

5:45 - 6:15 pm

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10:30 - 11 am

11:30 - 12 pm

Beginning 1 (ages 7+) Beginning 2 (all ages) PreAlpha Alpha 1 & 2 Beta 1 & 2 Gamma 1 & 2 Delta 1 & 2

5:45 - 6:15 pm 5:45 - 6:15 pm *5:45 - 6:15 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm

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WINTER Learn-To-Skate - Ages 4 through Adult SESSION 2

Registration Opens Oct 6!

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Dec 1 - Feb 2

Dec 2 - Feb 3

$90 / 9 weeks

Saturday classes are NOT OFFERED in winter session

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⬅ Freestyle Sessions $90 / 9 weeks

Private Lesson Info

Freestyle sessions are practice sessions reserved for figure skaters of all ages and abilities who are taking private lessons. All skaters must be registered as an ISI Learn To Skate member and/or a member of U.S. Figure Skating. Some students find that individual instruction is the best way to fine-tune their skating skills. Fees are paid directly to the instructor and do not include ice time or skate rental. To reserve freestyle session times or for private lesson information please contact our Figure Skating Director, Janice Forbes | 253-798-4045 janice.forbes@piercecountywa.gov

Lakewood Winter Club

The Club’s mission is to provide opportunities for skaters to develop and achieve individual potential through a total quality competitive skating program. The Club’s Professional Staff coach learn-to-skate through U.S. Figure Skating levels in group or private lessons.

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Stan & Joan

CROSS PARK Grand opening celebrates community and first park in Frederickson If you’re looking to discover a new park with lots to do, add Cross Park to the top of your list. At the grand opening and ribbon cutting celebration in July 2021, kids and adults alike enjoyed games on the open-space lawn, played on the park’s universally accessible playground, gathered in the indoor community space learning about the park’s history, and marveled at the wildlife on the adjacent Naches Trail Preserve. The completed first phase of work at the park opened the northern 4-acres of the 64-acre park which includes sustainable restoration of historic barns and the preservation of natural lands. A great deal of work, and partnerships formed by Pierce County Parks, the Friends of Stan and Joan Cross Park group, Pierce County City Council, and state representa44

tives made this possible. Kicked off by the vision of Stan and Joan Cross over a decade ago, these partnerships are a beautiful example of the community coming together to provide much-needed park and green space for this area. Stan and Joan Cross Park is the first and only public park serving the rapidly expanding urban growth area of Frederickson. During the ribbon cutting ceremony, Pierce County Parks Director Roxanne Miles said, “We want every part of our community to be able to have an adventure just down the street. A distinct one, and a fun one that brings out the joy of living.” When you visit Cross Park, you are greeted with many options for an everyday adventure. After playing on the American Disabilities Act (ADA) universally accessible playground designed to offer fun for kids of all ability levels, you can enjoy the picnic areas, where during the ribbon-cutting ceremony, a Bald

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Eagle flew directly overhead. Two historic ppen. Looking at the countless smiles of dairy barns were sustainably refurbished children playing at Cross Park that day, it into a beautiful and spacious community was easy to tell that this park will hold a center where you can hold gatherings and very special place in many hearts for years celebrations. Cross Park’s design also into come. cludes pathways and accessible opportunities near wetlands and forested When considering how to turn the 64areas adjacent to the newly imacre space into a modern park, it was “an proved Naches Trail Preserve important to preserve the history of adventure prairie habitat, so you can conthe former dairy farm to remind the just down nect with the natural habitat and community of its roots. The historic wildlife of the Pacific Northwest. dairy barns are one of the more unithe que aspects of the park, which were street” Thinking about park experiences restored and improved using sustaithroughout your life, something nable building strategies. Sustainable that tends to stand out more than the park building design and construction included amenities is the people who you enjoyed the salvage and reuse of materials from the them with. That sentiment was strong at the barns and secondary outbuildings such as Cross Park dedication event as many locals milking stanchions repurposed in the comshared their connection to the project, hamunity center’s entry design. Retaining most ving hosted spaghetti dinners to raise money of their historic materials and assemblages, for the park or having a bench at the park these buildings serve to educate about lomemorializing a loved one who has passed cal history and current sustainable building but cared deeply about making the park hapractices. 45

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SPACES that make people PROUD to call Pierce County home.” Above inset, the once Mayflower Dairy barn is now a beautiful venue and community center.

Additional green building practices included in the Cross Park project include the interior walls which feature paneling made from reconstituted straw, the waste product of grain production and a renewable resource. Water and energy efficiency arrangements are built into the restored barn’s systems and indoor air quality is improved through low-VOC finishes. Future steps of the project also includes plans for the important on-going restoration of the headwaters of Clover Creek and the adjacent priority habitat of prairie grassland, white oak savannah, and wetland. These efforts will help preserve the open space around Cross Park,

The playground features a large sand pit and farm-style water spigot.

allowing for wildlife viewing and the mental health benefits nature provides, in an otherwise suburban environment. “This is how we make our communities better - everyone coming together,” said Roxanne Miles at the Cross Park ribbon cutting. “These are the spaces that make people proud to call Pierce County home.” 46

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The official ribbon cutting ceremony was held on July 24th, 2021.

The gorgeous venue space is available to rent for special events.

The Cross Park grand opening was a spectacular way to celebrate the success of the community’s hard work to make the park a reality and invite everyone to take advantage of their new space. But we aren’t done yet! Future phases of work to further develop the park are underway and will develop more of the 64acre space for the community to enjoy. To learn more, visit the Cross Park website or reach out to Kerry Jack, Recreation Supervisor at Kerry.jack@piercecountywa.gov or 253-798-4074.

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