Shawnee County - Parks & Recreation by Shawnee County

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2014

24 TH ANNU AL INTER-TRIB AL PO W WO W ANNUAL INTER-TRIBAL POW WOW AUG. 29-31 HUFF-N-PUFF BALL OON RALL Y BALLOON RALLY SEPT SEPT.. 5-7 DISCOVER DISCO VER KIDS WORKSHOP SEPT SEPT.. 6 SER TOMA ’S GREA T TOPEKA DUCK RA CE SERT OMA’S GREAT RACE SEPT.. 6 SEPT CENTRAL P ARK AUTUMN FEST PARK SEPT . 13 SEPT. COMMUNITY GARA GARAGE GE SALE SEPT SEPT.. 13 FLEA MARKET SEPT SEPT.. 20

3 1 ST ANNU AL KANSAS SENIOR OL YMPICS ANNUAL OLYMPICS SEPT SEPT.. 24-OCT 24-OCT.. 5

35 TH ANNU AL APPLE FESTIV AL ANNUAL FESTIVAL OCT OCT.. 5 SMOKE ON THE WATER OCT OCT.. 10 & 11 A SKY FOR ALL SEASONS OCT OCT.. 11

Special Events cont’d. on page 35.

INFORMATION Refund Policy A full refund or account credit will be issued for programs cancelled by Parks and Recreation or if the participant notifies the department prior to the start of the program.

Table of Contents Registration ........................................................................... 3 Athletics for Youth & Adults ................................................... 4 Adult Misc. Sports .................................................................. 6 Adult Health & Fitness ............................................................ 7 Martial Arts & Self Defense .................................................... 8 Adult Performing Arts .......................................................... 10 Adult Fine Arts & Hobbies .................................................... 11 Adult Classes ...................................................................... 12 Culinary Arts ....................................................................... 12 Senior Adults ....................................................................... 13 Adaptive Recreation & Inclusion Services ............................. 14 Special Events ...................................................................... 16 Youth Athletics Clinics .......................................................... 20 Youth Classes ...................................................................... 20 Youth Performing Arts .......................................................... 21 School Breaks ...................................................................... 21 Youth Connections ............................................................... 21 Preschools ........................................................................... 22 Preschool Sports .................................................................. 23 Preschool Programs ............................................................. 24 Lake Shawnee ...................................................................... 26 Shelter House & Gazebo Rentals .......................................... 27 Gage Park ............................................................................ 28 Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site ....................... 30 Golf Courses ....................................................................... 33 SCPR Foundation ................................................................. 34 Information/Directory ........................................................... 34 2014 Fall Calendar .............................................................. 36

No refund will be issued for any reason from the halfway point of a program session to conclusion. Prorated refunds will be issued after the program has begun for the following reasons. • Moving outside Shawnee County. • Illness (provide doctor’s excuse). • Program is unsatisfactory to participant. Athletic refunds will be issued in full if the Athletic Office is notified at least twenty-one (21) days prior to the initial start date of the league season. Refunds after this time will be issued with a 40% service charge. A $30 service charge will be assessed for all checks returned by the bank. Administration Office 3137 SE 29th St, 66605; 251-2600 (P); 266-0308 (F) Adaptive Recreation (Gage Park) 4330 SW Conservatory Drive, 66606; 251-2677 (P) Central Park Community Center 1534 SW Clay (66604), 251-2965 Crestview Community Center 4801 Shunga Drive (66614), 251-2960 Garfield Community Center 1600 N Quincy (66608), 251-2950 Hillcrest Community Center 1800 SE 21st (66607), 251-2956 Lake Shawnee Recreation 3137 SE 29th (mailing address) (66605) 251-2600 3025 SE Croco Rd (offices @ Bettis Family Sports Complex) Oakland Community Center 801 NE Poplar (66616), 251-2970

Information in this catalog was accurate at the time of printing. Shawnee County Parks and Recreation reserves the right to make changes as deemed necessary.

Old Prairie Town 124 NW Fillmore, 66606; 251-2989 (P); 368-3890 (F) Rice Community Center 432 SE Norwood (66607), 251-2976

REGISTRATION

Shawnee North Community Center 300 NE 43rd Street (66617) 286-0676 (O)/246-0804 (F)

Registration is simple & easy! To register online, go to http://parksandrec.snco.us and click the Online Registration icon.

Velma K. Paris Community Center 6715 SW Westview Rd, Topeka KS 66619 785-862-1630

Forms can be mailed, walked in, phoned in, or faxed to any Parks and Recreation Facility. Registration Verification Participants will not be contacted unless there is a problem or question with the registration form or your program has changed, cancelled or combined. If you do not hear from us, you are enrolled. Cancellation Programs may be combined or cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. In either event you will be notified by phone or mail for your request: acceptance, transfer, credit or refund.

ATHLETICS

Athletics

Attention Parents/Participants A $10 service fee is added to any participant registering after the deadline for any LEAGUE SPORT including but not limited to: soccer, tball, flag football, machine pitch, hockey, baseball, basketball, volleyball or softball. Placement after the deadline is not guaranteed.

Brian Toby Darren Tolin Kevin Stoner Jessica Rakestraw Nancy Sharples 801 NE Poplar 785-251-2970 Office 785-368-3794 Fax

Be a Coach Parents are needed to volunteer coach various sports throughout the year. We will provide resources to assist you in communicating to participants and parents. One child receives free participation for your time. Volunteers are asked to submit information for a SCPR volunteer background check and attend a coach’s meeting prior to being allowed to coach youth sports. Please contact us for more information. BE A COACH does not apply to all our youth sports programs.

QuickScores allows for the capability to update our participants on a daily basis, extremely efficient scheduling and notifications, access to various user groups and community partners, but more importantly QuickScores has easy to follow directions for users. By simply clicking the sport, you will be taken to a sport specific page with details on upcoming leagues, basic information on league play, email and text alerts, and the most current season’s schedules. Please take time and visit our Soccer Session Deadline Start Date Fee webpage at www.QuickScores.com/snco. 6U Tykes Fall Aug 15 Sept 20 $35 8U Junior Fall Aug 15 Sept 20 $35 10U Intermediate Fall Aug 15 Sept 20 $35 The following charts will provide a quick glance of the 14U 4 on 4 Fall Aug 15 Sept 20 $35 upcoming leagues for youth and adults. For more Clinic (3-4) 4 wks Sept 1 Sept 8 $18 information and registration forms, please visit Clinic (5-7) 4 wks Sept 1 Sept 8 $18 www.quickscores.com/snco Coach/Parent Mtg Fall Aug 21 Free Coach/Parent Mtg Fall Aug 26 Free SCHEDULE: When creating league schedules all requests _______________________________________________________ and conditions are evaluated to devise the optimal schedule prior to its release. SCPR reserves the right to change, alter, or decline requests and we require a five Flag Football Session Deadline Start Date Fee (5) day notice along with a $30 administration fee for 8U-11U Fall Aug 22 Sept 23 $35 any schedule alteration (paid only by requestor). Teams Coach/Parent Mtg Fall Aug 28 Free may have to play doubleheaders, play early and/or late games, travel within the community, accept the current Clinic (4-6) 4 wks Aug 22 Sept 3 $25 online schedule or even forfeit. Your opponent should Clinic (4-6) 4 wks Sept 19 Oct 1 $25 be contacted first about your request, then at both the _______________________________________________________ other team’s and our discretion the schedule may or may not be edited depending on other conditions. Fast Pitch Session Deadline Start Date Fee Clinic Fall Aug 29 Sept 6 $40 Athletic Youth Standards _____________________________________________________________ Enrollment for your son or daughter in our program requires you to fill out and sign a registration form, pay at the time of registration, travel within the community, Volleyball Session Deadline Start Date Fee and parents are required to fully understand and accept Clinic (6-13) 4 wks Sept 12 Sept 20 $20 our Code of Ethics. Our staff, coaches, officials, and Clinic (6-13) 4 wks Sept 12 Sept 24 $20 volunteers are held accountable so we must expect the 8U-14U Fall Sept 12 Oct 25 $40 same from parents. Sign up individually and we will place your child on a team. Teams are formed according to Coach/Parent Mtg Fall Sept 25 Free only those registrations received. SCPR may or may not ______________________________________________________________ accept registrations to fill teams or leagues. No guaranteed placement of individuals on teams, however, we do try Basketball Session Deadline Start Date Fee to create teams based on locality, schools, neighborhoods, and coach preferences. View our refund policy prior to 8U-14U Winter Dec 3 Jan 17 $40 registering your child. SCPR reserves the right to modify Clinic (4-6) 4 wks Jan 26 Feb 7 $20 the sports environment to benefit the youth participating. Our goal is to provide a positive sports environment to youth during their developmental years. Parents are Note: Coach/Parent meetings are held at Oakland Community Center. highly encouraged to attend any coaches meetings.

Youth Athletic Programs

ATHLETICS Adult Athletic Programs Soccer Session Deadline Start Date Fee Adult 7v7 Fall Aug 22 Sept 3 $475/team __________________________________________________________________ Flag Football Adult Fall Aug 29 Sept 16 $315/team _________________________________________________________________ Softball Adult

Fall

Aug 15

Sept 8

$135/team $270/DH _______________________________________________________________ Volleyball Session Deadline Start Date Fee Adult Comp Fall July 25 Sept 2 $150/team Adult Rec Fall July 25 Sept 2 $80/team Adult Beach Fall Aug 15 Sept 8 $70/team Adult Comp Winter Oct 3 Nov 3 $150/team Adult Rec Winter Oct 3 Nov 3 $80/team ________________________________________________________________ Basketball Session Deadline Start Date Fee Adult Fall Aug 13 Sept 10 $190/team Adult Winter Oct 15 Nov 3 $190/team _______________________________________________________________ Baseball 30 & Older

Session Fall

Deadline July 11

Start Date Aug 25

Fee $1450/team

Sports Officials If you enjoy working in a sports environment and wish to earn extra income, consider officiating youth or adult activities. For information please contact Greg Harmon, Topeka Premier Umpires at 2303804. All SCPR umpires must be current on certifications and submit information for background checks. We strive to provide a positive sports environment for everyone involved.

Adult Participation Are you new to the Topeka area and want to participate on a team or in league sports? Send us an email at prathletics@snco.us with your name and phone and sport in which you are interested in participating and we will put you in contact with potentiacoaches or leagues. You may check out the website at www.QuickScores.com/snco for more information as well.

Adult League Policies Registering a team to participate in our adult league sports does not guarantee placement. Please register early in the process to ensure participation. League size may be limited and SCPR reserves the right to place your team in a different league on a different night if deemed necessary. Make up games, due to any reason, will be rescheduled with relation to field availability and teams must play the game or accept a forfeit. We are building a positive sports environment for all ages and we ask that coaches make the participants, fans, and themselves aware of our current Sportsmanship Emphasis prior to participating in any individual or league sports. Adult league rules are available online.

ATHLETICS

Misc. Sports

HILLCREST RACQUETBALL AND WALLYBALL Three air-conditioned indoor courts are available at Hillcrest Community Center, 1800 SE 21st. Locker rooms with shower facilities are provided.

OPEN VOLLEYBALL (RECREATIONAL) A drop in program for all skill levels of players. We’ll set the nets up and players rotate in at the center back position. This is for adults, 18 and older. Please, no children for safety purposes. $1 drop-in. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Ongoing MW 10:30am-12:30pm Crestview Ongoing TueF 10:30am-12:30pm Hillcrest

Racquetball $3 per person per hour $4.50 per ½ hour

Wallyball 1 hour $10 1½ hours $12

Equipment Rental Racquets $1 Racquetballs $1 Towels $1

Reservation Policy Reservations will be taken up to two days in advance after 9am, Monday-Friday, and after 10am on weekends. The racquetball reservation phone number is 251-2956.

PRIME TIME VOLLEYBALL (ages 18 & over) Improve your skills at this drop-in program. Teams are different each evening. Tennis shoes only. For safety purposes, no children allowed. $2 drop-in. DATE DAY Ongoing Tue

PICKLEBALL Pickleball is all the rage these days! The game combines table tennis, badminton and wiffleball. It’s easy to play, great exercise and something the entire family can do together. Crestview and Garfield offer air conditioned gyms where we’ll provide an adapted court set up and equipment to get you started. Indoor court shoes only. DATE DAY TIME FEE LOCATION Sept 2 Tue 12:30-2:30pm $1 Garfield Sept 4 Thu 10am-12pm $1 Garfield Sept 8 Mon 10am-12pm $1 Garfield Sept 10 Wed 1-2:30pm $1 Crestview Oct 10 Fri 10:30am-12:30pm $1 Crestview

TIME LOCATION 7-9pm Crestview __________________ PRIME TIME BASKETBALL (ages 16 & over) This popular program is for basketball players 16 and older. The program is for beginning to advanced skill level players. Cost is $2 and a current picture ID must be shown. $2 drop-in. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Ongoing Tue 6-8pm Central Park Ongoing Thu 6-8pm Garfield ADULT OPEN BASKETBALL (ages 18 and over) All participants must have a current, valid photo ID; $1 per session. Please contact each community center for open gym session times. ADULT OPEN GYM NOON PICK UP BASKETBALL Join us for a pick-up game over your lunch hour and stay in shape! You’ll have enough time to play a couple of quick games, and get a good sweat going. We have showers and lockers. $1 drop-in. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Aug 19 M-F 12pm Hillcrest 8th ANNUAL MORNING BASKETBALL Back by popular demand! Get your team lined up as we prepare to end the year with a competitive league for adults! Rosters need to be submitted by Sept. 26. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Oct 6 Mon 10am Hillcrest $150/team

BOCCE BALL Bocce will be played at the court located at the east end of the Felker Park Softball Complex parking lot, 2500 SW Gage. The court is available on a first come, first serve basis. The necessary equipment will be furnished for play. Bocce classes, instruction and play will be held every Tuesday at 9am and Thursday at 6pm weather permitting and will continue until Thursday, October 30. Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 4 and Thursday, Nov. 6 the play will be moved indoors to Baker’s Dozen Donut Shop, 4000 SW 21st St. The lessons are free. For more information, please contact Paul Metzenthin at 272-8216.

35+ SEASONED BASKETBALL This league is for the older players who still like to play basketball. No fast paced game here, this competitive league is at your pace. Bring your skills and talent, we’re going all out! DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 3 Wed 6pm Hillcrest $150 per team

FITNESS

Health & Fitness

BODY SCULPTING @ Crestview Instructor: Charlene *13-1hr classes $36; 14-1 hr classes $38.50; $5 drop-in Sept 3* MW 5:30pm Oct 20 MW 5:30pm BODYFLOW @ Lake Shawnee Golf Course (Basement) 1 hr classes $45 per month Instructor: Krantz Sept 3-Dec 29 MW 9:15am Sept 2-Dec 30 TuF 6:30pm CARDIO KICKBOXING @ Hillcrest 1 hr classes $25 Aug 5 TTh Sept 9 TTh Oct 14 TTh Nov 11 TTh EASY DOES IT YOGA @ Crestview 14-1 hr classes $38.50; $5 drop-in Sept 2 TTh Oct 21 TTh

Instructor: Fisher 6pm 6pm 6pm 6pm

GENTLE YOGA FOR SENIORS @ Central Park 14-1 hr classes $38.50 Instructor: Landes Sept 2 TTh 9am Oct 21 TTh 9am

Instructor: Keith 5:30pm 5:30pm

GENTLE YOGA @ Crestview Instructor: Mimi/Judy *13-1 hr classes $36; 14-1 hr classes $38.50; $5 drop-in Sept 3* MW 10am Sept 2 TTh 10am Oct 20 MW 10am Oct 21 TTh 10am

HAPPY HOUR YOGA @ Crestview 7-1 hr classes $20; $5 drop-in Sept 3 Wed Oct 22 Wed

Instructor: Charlene 4:15pm 4:15pm

HEALTHY YOU YOGA @ Crestview 7-1 hr classes $20; $5 drop-in Sept 5 Fri Oct 24 Fri

Instructor: Kelly 10am 10am

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FITNESS

HOLIDAY YOGA @ Crestview 1-hr class $5 Instructor: Mimi, Judy, Keith Dec 8 Mon 10am Dec 10 Wed 10am Dec 11 Thu 10am Dec 11 Thu 5:30pm Dec 15 Mon 10am Dec 16 Tue 10am Dec 16 Tue 5:30pm Dec 17 Wed 10am Dec 18 Thu 10am Dec 18 Thu 5:30pm

ZUMBA ® Step @ Crestview 7-1 hr classes $20; $5 drop-in Sept 4 Thu Oct 23 Thu

WELLNESS CENTER Shawnee County Parks and Recreation is now offering an affordable fitness alternative for those looking for a quality workout. Use your annual membership at ALL of the facilities listed below. Membership will be active for one year, beginning the day of purc hase. Wellness Centers are equipped with treadmills, spin bikes, ellipticals, recumbent bikes, stair climbers, free weights and Universal stations. Equipment may vary at each location. Participants are required to fill out a membership application and present their membership card at time of usage. Lifetime Wellness Centers are available during community center hours. • Hillcrest Community Center 251-2956 • Oakland Community Center 251-2953 • Velma K. Paris Community Center 862-1630 • Shawnee North Community Center 286-0676 Price: $50 annually for ages 18 and above $25 annually for high school students

HYPNO YOGA @ Crestview *13-1 hr classes $36; 14-1 hr classes $38.50; $5 drop-in Instructor: Georgia Sept 3* MW 12pm Oct 20 MW 12pm MONDAY NIGHT YOGA @ Crestview *6-1 hr classes $17.50; 7-1 hr classes $20 Instructor: Mimi Sept 8* Mon 7pm Oct 20 Mon 7pm MORNING YOGA @ Crestview *13-1 hr classes $36; 14-1 hr classes $38.50; $5 drop-in Instructor: Mimi Sept 3* MW 8:15am Oct 20 MW 8:15am PILATES @ Central Park Instructor: Friess *13-1 hr classes $36; 14-1 hr classes $38.50 Sept 3* MW 5:30pm Oct 20 MW 5:30pm POWER YOGA @ Lake Shawnee Golf Course (Basement) 45-minute classes $22 month Instructor: Pettit Oct 3-Dec 26 Thu 5:45pm WEEKEND YOGA @ Crestview 7-1 hr classes $20; $5 drop-in Sept 6 Sat Oct 25 Sat YOGA @ Shawnee North 6-1 hr classes $20; $5 drop-in Sept 10 Wed Oct 22 Wed No class Nov. 26

Instructor: Amanda 7pm 7pm

Martial Arts & Self Defense

Instructor: Mimi 8:30am 8:30am Instructor: Saysoff 6pm 6pm

REFUSE TO BE A VICTIM 1-4 hour class This seminar is full of crime prevention and personal safety strategies you can use to develop your own safety plan. In just four hours, you will learn about home, automobile, phone, technology, personal safety — and much more. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Oct 11 Sat 9am Paris $25

YOGA @ Lake Shawnee Golf Course (Basement) 45-minute classes $22 per month Instructor: Pettit Sept 4-Dec 18 Thu 5:45pm YOGA FLEX CARD @ Crestview 14-1 hr classes $45 Sept 2-Oct 18 Oct 20-Dec 9 ZUMBA @ Central Park *13-1 hr classes $36; 14-1 hr classes $38.50; 7-1 hr classes $17.50; $5 drop-in Instructor: Green Sept 3* MW 8:30am Sept 7 Sat 10am Oct 21 MW 8:30am Oct 26 Sat 10am

CONCEAL & CARRY 1-8 hour class Instructor: Williams This class by Gary Williams, F.I.R.E. Defensive Instructor, meets requirements for the State of Kansas Concealed Carry Handgun permit. The cost of the class includes lunch. Participants will be responsible to travel to the Kaw Valley Gun Club, 3043 NW Button Road and pay the $10 range fee. For more information regarding class material, visit www.firedefensive.com. Pre-register one week in advance. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Aug 23 Sat 8am-5pm Bettis $65 Sept 21 Sat 8am-5pm Paris $65 Oct 25 Sat 8am-5pm Shawnee North $65

MARTIAL ARTS

KARATE (ages 6+) 14-1 hour classes Instructor: Beine Okinawan Shorin-Ryu is a hard style of karate that emphasizes natural body movement and stances. This program will improve mental and physical coordination, poise, flexibility and strength and is designed for persons of all ages and skill levels. Participants should wear loose fitting clothes with a long sweat or warm-up pant. Youth ages 6+ welcome. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 2 TTh 6pm Crestview Oct 21 TTh 6pm Crestview PRICE: $38.50

F.I.R.E. MODERN SELF-DEFENSE (ages 13+) Instructor: Williams Fighting Ideas Realistic for Every-one or F.I.R.E. Defensive Skills LLC, was created in 2001 for the purpose of teaching self defense. Learn how to defend yourself in any given situation.

KARATE 13-1 hour classes* 14-1 hour classes Instructor: Bridges This Karate program will improve mental and physical coordination, poise, flexibility and strength and is designed for persons of all ages and skill levels. Pre-register one week in advance. Wear loose fitting clothing. Youth ages 7+ welcome. No class on November 17. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 3* MW 6:30pm Central Park $36 Oct 20 MW 6:30pm Central Park $38.50

Ground Combative’s This class does not teach Jiu-Jitsu from a sports mindset, but rather a mindset based on self-defense for the street. Classes are conducted in a non–competitive, safe, fun and friendly environment. Class is open to anyone wanting to improve their ground game, or learn effective ground defense. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Jan-Dec M/F 9-10am Paris Modern Self Defense This class is a unique blend of new and traditional training methods. This is not a sport MMA class, but will use different aspects of different arts such as; boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Modern Martial Arts. Focus of the class is self improvement through discipline, respect and hard work. Student may take test to advance in belt rank. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Jan-Dec Tue 6-8pm Paris

TAE KWON DO (ages 7+) 45-minute session Instructor: Wagner Fourth Degree Junior Master Jordan with Sun Yi’s Academy will teach self defense tactics along with the art of Tae Kwon Do. Improve coordination, agility and overall physical conditioning. This class is for all ages including adults. Family scholarships are available. Participants may test to advance belt rank. Uniforms are required for testing. Classes are monthly. LEVEL DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Beg Thu 6:40pm Shawnee North $30 Adv Thu 7:30pm Shawnee North $30

MMA Wanting to learn the sport of Mixed Martial Arts, or wanting to improve your existing MMA game? If so this class will focus on teaching the basics. Students will work on boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. If your goal is learning MMA for competition, self defense, or for fun this class is for you. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Jan-Dec Thu 6-8pm Paris

F.I.R.E. Defensive Hapkido A modern approach to Self Defense and the art of Hapkido. Our classes are family oriented for ages 5 through adult. Our Children’s program offers a fun and energetic experience for 5-12 year olds, and is based on a blend of Hapkido and Taekwondo. Our standard Hapkido class offers realistic self defense solutions for our students 13 and up. The classes are taught by Jeff Brown, who holds Black Belt rankings in Hapkido and Jiu-Jitsu. FIRE Defensive Hapkido is a charter member school of the Tactical Hapkido Alliance and Universal Taekwondo Alliance. Ranking in Hapkido and Taekwondo is available for students who qualify.

PRICE: 3 or more classes per month - $40/month 2 classes per month- $30/month 1 class per month- $20/month Payments made payable to F.I.R.E. Defensive Skills LLC

MMA - MIXED MARTIAL ARTS 2 hour sessions Instructor: Heston Receive competition level instruction from current MidMissouri-Mixed Martial Arts 170 lb. Champion, Scott Heston, of Heston’s Gladiator Academy Fight Team. Beginners are welcome. If you want to compete or just learn Martial Arts, this program is for you. Come get a workout and learn self-defense at the same time. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Aug-Dec MThu 6pm Shawnee North Price: $40 month for twice a week/$25 month for once a week Payments are made to Scott Heston

Little Tiger Hapkido (ages 5-12) 45 minute classes DATE DAY TIME Sept-Dec 8 Mon 6:30pm Sept-Dec 13 Sat 9am

LOCATION PRICE Paris $40/month Paris $40/month

Hapkido (ages 13+) 1½ hour classes DATE DAY Sept-Dec 8 Mon Sept-Dec 13 Sat

LOCATION PRICE Paris $40/month Paris $40/month

TIME 7pm 10am

Payments are made to F.I.R.E. Defensive Skills LLC School email: firedefensivehapkido@yahoo.com Contact number for F.I.R.E. Defensive Hapkido785-806-8549

ADULT

Performing Arts

BEGINNING BELLY DANCE (Level 1: ages 13+) 7-1 hour classes Instructor: Huraiva Belly dance is a fun way to improve your fitness level. Join us as we work on basic technique including several shimmies. This class will offer a foundation in Vintage Oriental (aka American Nightclub) belly dance. The class is appropriate for those who have never belly danced and for those wanting to improve their basic technique. No pre-requisite or extra materials are required, but a hip scarf is recommended. For more information please visit bellydancetopeka.com. No class Nov. 25. Drop in fee $12. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 2 Tue 6pm Crestview $56 Oct 21 Tue 6pm Crestview $56

BEG/INTERMEDIATE COUNTRY LINE DANCE 5-1 hour classes Instructor: Salerno Learn a variety of dances that will enhance your experience of the country music scene. Dances that will be taught include: Electric Slide, Rita’s Waltz, the “20 Step” and other popular styles. Previous dance experience not required. Pre-register in advance. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 3 Wed 7:30pm Crestview $20 COUPLES COUNTRY VARIETY DANCE 5-1 hour classes Instructor: Salerno Improve your dance skills and have a wonderful time. The class is designed for couples that want to learn the basic 2 step, triple 2 step, waltzes and the East Coast Swing. Price is per person, couples and individuals are welcome. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Oct 15 Wed 7:30pm Crestview $20

INTERMEDIATE BELLY DANCE (Level II; ages 13+) 7-2 hour classes Instructor: Huraiva If you are ready to build on the skills learned in beginning belly dance then this is the class for you. The first hour of class is combined with the beginner class. We warmup and review beginner tec hnique with some modifications provided to make the moves more challenging. In the second hour we will continue to build skills in vintage oriental style belly dance, and will also include learning choreographies, use of props and playing finger cymbals. *Prerequisite: three or more sessions of Beginning Belly Dance. Required materials: hip scarf, finger cymbals and the prop chosen or the session. Please visit bellydancetopeka.com for more information and to check which prop will be covered. No class Nov. 25. Drop-in fee $15. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 2 Tue 6-8pm Crestview Oct 21 Tue 6-8pm Crestview PRICE: $84

EAST COAST SWING/WEST COAST SWING 1-3 hour class Instructor: Salerno Are you too busy to commit to a long series of dance classes? Then this class is for you. Learn the fast and peppy East Coast Swing and the slow and bluesy West Coast Swing. This class will also provide a foundation in general social dancing as well as introduce the participants to the shared techniques of these social dances with a focus on timing and partner connection. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Oct 8 Wed 6pm Crestview $15 ONE STOP LEARN TO DANCE 1–3 hour class Instructor: Salerno Become the life of the party with this class that will expose students to a variety of different dance styles. Our instructor will spend the first two hours teaching couples “how-to” and then everyone will spend the last hour dancing. Price is $15 per person. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION DANCE Oct 3 Fri 6pm Crestview Wedding Crash Course Nov 7 Fri 6pm Crestview Wedding Crash Course

ADVANCED BELLY DANCE (Level III; ages 13+) 7-1½ hour classes Instructor: Huraiva Let’s take it to the next level! This class will build on the skills you learned in Beginning and Intermediate Belly Dance. The class topic is constantly changing to maintain interest for the advanced level dancer. Some of the topics covered include gypsy fusion, double veil, advanced shimmies and layering techniques. Pre-requisite: four sessions or more of Intermediate Belly Dance. Required materials: hip scarf, finger cymbals. Registration required one week in advance. No class on November 2. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 3 Wed 6pm Central Park $70 Oct 22 Wed 6pm Central Park $70

SWING DANCE 5–1 hour classes Instructor: Salerno Swing dance is making a huge comeback and has found its way to Crestview. Our instructor will teach a variety of steps, including: Single Count Swing, East and West Coast Swing, The Hustle, Jitterbug and more. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 4 Thu 6:30pm Crestview $20 Oct 16 Thu 6:30pm Crestview $20 LATIN DANCE 5–1 hour classes Instructor: Salerno Learn the latest dance trends like the salsa, cha-cha, the hustle and other steps. Singles and couples are both welcome; the fee is per person. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 4 Thu 7:30pm Crestview $20 Oct 16 Thu 7:30pm Crestview $20

BELLY DANCE PERFORMANCE PREPARATION (Level IV; ages 13+) 7-1 hour classes Instructor: Huraiva This class is open to anyone concurrently enrolled in Advanced Belly Dance. We will work to expand our Tribal Improvisational vocabulary, learn additional choreographies, and discuss stage dynamics, stage makeup, costuming as well as many other topics dealing with creating a belly dance performance. Registration required one week in advance. No class on November 22. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 3 Wed 7:30pm Central Park $28 Oct 22 Wed 7:30pm Central Park $28

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ADULT

Fine Arts & Hobbies KNIT WITS 4-2 hour lessons Instructor: Appelhanz Let Judy get you started on a new hobby or improve your knitting skills. Knitting is often prescribed as a way to relax. Bring your pattern or project questions to Judy. Attend all sessions or drop in when available. Class meets the first and third Monday of each month. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 18-Nov 6 Thu 6pm ShawneNorth PRICE: $3 drop in CROCHET WITH THERESA 2 hour lessons Instructor: Desch Join Theresa for crochet instruction. Students at any level will make scarves, hats, cowls and more. You will enjoy the friendly atmosphere and conversation. Attend all sessions or drop in when available. Bring the crochet project you are currently working on or begin something new. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 15 Mon 9am Shawnee North Sept 17 Wed 6pm Shawnee North Oct 6, 20 Mon 9am Shawnee North Oct 8, 22 Wed 6pm Shawnee North Nov 3, 17 Mon 9am Shawnee North Nov 5, 19 Wed 6pm Shawnee North

PRICE $3 drop in $3 drop in $3 drop in $3 drop in $3 drop in $3 drop in

POTTERY 4-2 hour classes Instructor: Pardee Joyce will teach students basic kick wheel pottery methods designed to grow in skill level as you practice. Our pottery wheels are kickwheels. Students are required to wear closed toe shoes with tread; no flip-flops or crocs. Twelve pounds of clay included in fee. Class limited to 5 students so enroll early! Students must be 17 or older. No class Nov. 20 & 27. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 4 Thu 6pm Shawnee North $50 Oct 2 Thu 6pm Shawnee North $50 Nov 6 Thu 6pm Shawnee North $50

E R E 1-1 hr class

LEARN TO KNIT & CROCHET Instructor: TSCPL Staff F Two yarn techniques to choose from. Learn the basics of knitting including the long tail cast on, the knit and purl stitches, or learn crochet basics including chain, single and double crochet. Materials provided. Registration required. Limit 15. Call 862-1630. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 11 Thu 1pm Paris Oct 9 Thu 1pm Paris Nov 13 Thu 1pm Paris Dec 11 Thu 1pm Paris

PAINTING WITH MARY LOU 4-2 hour classes 3-2 hour classes* Instructor: Gudenkauf Instructor Mary Lou Gudenkauf will teach the basics of oil or acrylics painting using the Old Masters technique in a friendly group setting. Both mediums can be taught in all these classes. Anyone at any level will feel comfortable and receive individual attention from the instructor. A supply list can be obtained for oil or acrylics, 286-0676. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 3 Wed 9:15am Shawnee North $30 Sept 3 Wed 1pm Shawnee North $30 Sept 4 Thu 1pm Shawnee North $30 Oct 1 Wed 9:15am Shawnee North $30 Oct 1 Wed 1pm Shawnee North $30 Oct 2 Thu 1pm Shawnee North $30 Oct 29 Wed 9:15am Shawnee North $30 Oct 29 Wed 1pm Shawnee North $30 Oct 30 Thu 1pm Shawnee North $30 Dec 3 Wed 9:15am Shawnee North $23 Dec 3 Wed 1pm Shawnee North $23 Dec 4 Thu 1pm Shawnee North $23

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BASIC SOCIAL NETWORKING 1-1 hour session Instructor: Ransom Have you ever wondered what is Facebook? Let us show you the basic operations of Face book, YouTube, twitter and blogging. Amaze your friends. These sessions are for beginners only. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 17 Wed 7pm Hillcrest $10 Oct 20 Mon 7pm Hillcrest $10 Nov 10 Mon 6pm Hillcrest $10 Dec 1 Mon 6pm Hillcrest $10

INTRODUCTION TO SONGWRITING 1-1 hr class Instructor: TSCPL Staff Budding songwriters will learn about the various aspects of songwriting, including tricks and tips, as well as examples of songs to assist in the learning process. Please call 251-2965 to register. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 17 Wed 1pm Central Park Oct 15 Wed 1pm Central Park Nov 19 Wed 1pm Central Park Dec 17 Wed 1pm Central Park

BEGINNING SPANISH FOR EVERYDAY USE 6-1 hour classes Instructor: Flores Everyday Spanish is designed to help you communicate simply but effectively with Spanish speaking employees, customers, co-workers and neighbors. This class is for you if you need to use Spanish for everyday use or at work, but either don’t have the time or the desire to study the traditional way (no grammar is taught). You will learn quick, simple and relevant terms and phrases that you can use in just a few weeks. Pre-registration is required one week in advance. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 4 Thu 5pm Central Park $30 Oct 23 Thu 5pm Central Park $30

COMPUTER Q & A EE R 1-1 hr class Instructor: TSCPL Staff F Beginning computer users, bring your questions to your community center where the Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library Computer Trainers will be available to assist you. Please call 251-2950 to register. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 10 Wed 1pm Garfield Oct 8 Wed 1pm Garfield Nov 12 Wed 1pm Garfield Dec 10 Wed 1pm Garfield

FAMILY FUN NIGHT Bring the family for a night of fun. Dinner will be provided; special activities that focus on the family will be offered. Families can play volleyball, wallyball, record family tunes in our recording studio and much more. Pre-registration is required; cost is $6 per family member. Please call 251-2956 for more information. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Oct 29 Wed 7pm Hillcrest Nov 19 Wed 7pm Hillcrest Dec 17 Wed 7pm Hillcrest

COMPUTERIZED GENEALOGY EE R 1-1 hr class F Instructor: TSCPL Staff Get started in genealogy and learn how to use the print and online resources our library offers. Receive a pedigree chart and other helpful forms for keeping records as you research your family tree. Registration required. Limit 10. Please call 251-2956 to register. Class is free. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 8 Mon 5pm Hillcrest Oct 6 Mon 5pm Hillcrest Nov 10 Mon 5pm Hillcrest Dec 8 Mon 5pm Hillcrest Sept 4 Thu 10am Shawnee North Oct 10 Thu 10am Shawnee North Nov 6 Thu 10am Shawnee North Dec 4 Thu Shawnee North E 10am

CONVERT YOUR VHS TO DVDS Hillcrest is proud to announce that we now have the technology to convert VHS tapes into DVDs! Let us help to convert your movie collection. Call 251-2956 for more information. Price: $10 per DVD

CRESTVIEW BOOK F DISCUSSION GROUP 1-1 hr class Instructor: TSCPL Staff Join this group for book lovers that like to talk lit. Unlike English classes, talk about books you want to and honestly will read. Call 580-4555 for the September and October titles. Provide your own copy or pick one up at the Reference Desk, first come, first-served. Please call 251-2960 to register. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 10 Wed 1pm Crestview Oct 8 Wed 1pm Crestview Nov 12 Wed 1pm Crestview Dec 10 Wed 1pm Crestview

VINYLS TO CD’S By appointment only Save yourself money and time by converting your vinyl records to CD’s. Call 251-2956 and set up an appointment with Darrell Stewart. Each CD created will cost $8.

Culinary Arts PING PONG OR TABLE TENNIS 2-1½ hour classes Instructor: Anderson Some people call it ping pong, but the true players call it table tennis. Learn how to play this fun game. Learn the different spins and strategies it takes to become a good player. Get ready for the Sunflower State Games. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 14 Sun 2pm Hillcrest $20 Oct 13 Mon 6pm Hillcrest $20

GINGERBREAD HOUSE CREATIONS 1-2½ hour sessions Instructor: Dunning Take home a holiday creation as unique as you. Jill will help you decorate your own gingerbread house to keep or give away. House, frosting and edible decorations are all provided. You provide the imagination! For all ages, youth and adult. Space is limited so sign up early. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Dec 6 Sat 9am Shawnee North $20 Dec 6 Sat 1pm Shawnee North $20

SENIORS

SENIOR ADULTS (50+)

SENIOR CARDS Seniors, come join us for an afternoon of cards. Participants can play “Pitch” while visiting with friends and neighbors. DATE DAY TIME FEE LOCATION Ongoing M/T 1-4pm Free Garfield Ongoing Thu 1pm Free Crestview PITCH Enjoy the company of friends as you challenge them in a friendly game of ten-point pitch. Coffee and cards are included in the fee. DATE DAY TIME FEE LOCATION Sept 5-Dec 19 Fri 1-4pm 50¢ Shawnee North

251-2974 Office: Central Park Community Center 1534 Clay (Lower Level)

NEW BEGINNINGS SENIOR CHOIR 1½hours (weekly meetings ongoing) Instructor: Atteberry There are no auditions, and there is no need to read music! If you just love to sing, this group is for you. The group is also looking for any instrument players. The choir performs at various locations throughout the city. DATE DAY TIME Sept 5 Fri 9:30am

Please see Adult Fitness section for fitness classes, pages 7 & 8.

SR. BASIC DRAWING 101 3-1 hour classes Instructor: Stewart Drawing can be very relaxing. Let our instructor teach you how to use basic tec hniques to make your drawings better. All supplies will be provided. Techniques in shading and contour drawing will be taught. Pre registration is required. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Aug 22 Fri 11am Hillcrest $24 Sept 9 Tue 11am Hillcrest $24

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LOCATION Central Park

BRIDGE LOUNGE 3½ hours (weekly meetings ongoing) This group is especially for bridge players with a playing knowledge of bridge and love of the game. Foursome recommended. No meeting on Dec. 23 or 30. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 2 Tue 12:30pm Central Park $1 BEGINNING BRIDGE LESSONS (PART I) 6-2 hour classes Instructor: Smiley These classes emphasize the bidding phase and include sections on the play or defense of the contract and scoring. The bidding system studied is the modern 5-card Major, Standard American. Participants will also want to enroll in Beginning Bridge Part 2, which is the continuation of this course. A minimum of four registrations is required for the course. Pre-register by August 30. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 8 Mon 6pm Crestview $37.50

DROP-IN SHUFFLEBOARD 2 hour sessions (ongoing) Whether experienced or just learning how to play you can enjoy the fun and strategy of this timeless sport. We will not meet on Sept. 25, Oct. 2 or Dec. 25. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 4 Thu 10am Central Park $2

BEGINNING BRIDGE LESSONS (PART II) 6-2 hour classes Instructor: Smiley These lessons develop the basic principles learned in Beginning Bridge I. The principles learned permit players to make bids to address and describe special types of hands they are dealt. Classes also include artificial bids called conventions, competitive bidding, preemptive bids and the playing and defense of a contract. A minimum of four registrations is required for the course. Pre-register by October 9. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Oct 20 Mon 6pm Crestview $31.50

DROP-IN BASKETBALL 1 hour sessions (ongoing) These sessions are for basketball players ages 50 and better. Play basketball throughout the fall. You’ll get lots of exercise and meet many new people. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 8 Mon 6:30pm Crestview $1

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SENIORS/ADAPT. REC. ...SENIOR ADULTS Cont’d. PICKLEBALL Pickleball is all the rage these days! The game combines table tennis, badminton and tennis. It’s easy to play, great exercise and something the entire family can do together. Crestview and Garfield offer air conditioned gyms where we’ll provide an adapted court set up and equipment to get you started. Indoor court shoes only. $1 drop-in. DATE DAY TIME Sept 2 Tue 12:30-2:30pm Sept 4 Thu 10am-12pm Sept 8 Mon 10am-12pm Sept 10 Wed 1-2:30pm Oct 10 Fri 10:30am-12:30pm

ADAPTIVE RECREATION & INCLUSION SERVICES Adult & Youth

LOCATION Garfield Garfield Garfield Crestview Crestview

251-2677

Amanda Bridges, Supervisor Adaptive Recreation Bldg. 4330 SW Conservatory Drive, Gage Park Topeka KS 66606 Amanda.bridges@snco.us The Adaptive Recreation & Inclusion Services division is committed to providing people with differing abilities the opportunity to participate in quality recreation programs in the setting of their choice. These opportunities develop greater independence and enhance the overall quality of life for our participants. The programs offered are adapted, when necessary, to provide the most successful opportunities for participation in our leisure activities. Essential eligibility requirements vary by program. 31st ANNUAL KANSAS SENIOR OLYMPICS The 31st Annual Kansas Senior Olympics will take place September 24-October 5. Sports include archery, badminton, basketball (3-on-3), bowling, cycling, track and field, golf, horseshoes, pickleball, race walk, racquetball, road race, shuffleboard, softball, swimming, table tennis, tennis and volleyball. Register online at http://kansasseniorolympics.fusesport.com or contact the Kansas Senior Olympics office at 785-251-2974. Final registration deadline is Aug. 22. Volunteers Needed!!! The Kansas Senior Olympics needs volunteers. This event attracts many athletes, ages 50 and better, from around Kansas and also the continental United States. This year we anticipate welcoming approximately 700 athletes and their families to Topeka. In order for this event to be carried out, we have to rely on the support of volunteers. Contact the Kansas Senior Olympics office at 785-251-2974 for volunteer information.

“You don’t stop playing because you grow old. You grow old because you stop playing.” For additional senior activities and programs please contact: East Topeka Senior Center 232-7765 Topeka Lulac Senior Center 233-7498 Papan’s Landing Senior Center 232-1968

Individuals with disabilities are NOT limited to Adaptive Recreation programs. Shawnee County Parks and Recreation encourages individuals with disabilities to consider ALL leisure programs. Call for information regarding special accommodation requests. With certain exceptions, Adaptive Recreation programs are not limited to people with disabilities. Planning for Children with Special Needs Amanda Campbell from the Special Needs Planning Center will lead a discussion about how best to plan for children with special needs during all stages of life. We will cover topics such as Social Security, Legal Needs, Special Needs Trusts, Continuity of Care, Asset Management, Post Education Planning and Independent Living. This seminar is free and will be held Wednesday, Oct 15 from 6-7pm at the Adaptive Recreation Building. Seating is limited; please register by 5pm Oct 15. Archery (ages 12 & up) 4 classes $20 Four weeks of archery at B-Squared for $20 – What a deal! We will practice hitting our targets in preparation for the Bull’s-Eye competition held during the last session. Equipment will be provided. Classes are held at B-Squared Outdoor Sports 4700 SW Topeka Blvd on Monday evenings in November from 6-7pm. Registration deadline is October 31. Classes start November 3.

ADAPT. REC. BINGO! $3 Drop-in fee Join us at Big Gage Shelter House for 5 games of bingo followed by lunch! We will provide hot dogs, chips and drinks. Bingo winners will receive small certificates. Come join your friends for some bingo fun at 10:30am on the following dates: Sept. 10, Oct. 8 & 22, Nov. 12 & 26; Dec 12 (Friday). Coffee & Conversation (all ages) $2 drop-in fee Enjoy a cup of coffee or cocoa at the Adaptive Recreation Building while visiting with friends. Sessions are Thursdays from 10â&#x20AC;&#x201C;11am on the following dates: Sept 11 & 25; Oct 9 & 23; Nov 13; Dec 11. Lunchtime Dance-off (ages 16 & up) $4 drop-in fee Work up an appetite dancing with your friends then sit and visit while you eat. We will provide music and lemonade. You bring your dance moves and a sack lunc h. (No microwave available.) Pay at the door with cash or check, or call Amanda to pay in advance with a credit card. This party is at the Big Gage Shelterhouse on Wednesdays from 11am-1pm on the following dates: Sept 3 & 17; Oct 1 & 15; Nov 5 & 19; Dec 3 & 17. Dancehouse (ages 16 & up) - $5 drop-in fee Come dance the night away with your friends from 6-8pm on the second Thursday of every month. Each $5 admission gets you great music by Solid Rock Sound Machine and a choice of refreshments at the Big Gage Shelter by the zoo. Staff are admitted free with a paying participant. Punchcards good for 12 admissions are for sale at a discounted $55. Cash or check accepted at the door. Contact Amanda if you need to prepay with a credit card. Fall program dates: Sept 11, Oct 9 (wear your Halloween costume!), Nov 13, Dec 11.

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(all ages) $15 Spend Saturday afternoon bowling with friends! For $15 you get to bowl from 3-5pm while you enjoy a slice of pizza, a small drink, and a small serving of popcorn at Gage Bowl located at 4200 SW Huntoon. Registration is required no later than the Thursday prior to the program date. Fall program dates are: Sept 6, Oct 4, Nov 1, Dec 6. Wheelchair Sports Are you an athlete with limited mobility? Wheelchair sports are for you! For more information including a schedule of practices and events visit www.kansasaccessiblesports.com or contact Amanda Bridges at 785-251-2677.

Pumpkin Painting (all ages) 1 hour session $7 Decorate a pumpkin for Halloween without the mess of carving one! Come to the Adaptive Recreation Building on Saturday, October 25 at 3:30pm to paint your pumpkin masterpiece. All supplies are provided. Reg-istration deadline is October 23. Thanksgiving Crafts (all ages) 1 hour session $5 Two crafts for the price of one! We will be making Thanksgiving themed c har m bracelets and decorative signs (one eac h per participant.) Join us at the Adaptive Recreation Building on Saturday, Nov 15 at 3:30pm. Registration is required by Nov 13! Christmas Crafts (all ages) 1 hour session $5 Another craft duo! We will be making two separate decorations out of foam cut-outs and tissue paper. Eac h participant will leave with their own nativity scene and snowman decorations. Great for gifts! Join us at the Adaptive Recreation Building on Saturday, Dec 20 at 3:30pm. Registration is required by Dec 18! Painting Studio â&#x20AC;&#x201C; (all ages) $5 Like to paint? Join us at the Adaptive Recreation Building on October 11 at 3:30pm. We will provide you a 9 x 12 inch canvas board, acrylic paint, brushes and an hour of studio time at Adaptive Rec for the low price of $5! Artists will be free to create any masterpiece of their own design. Registration is required by Oct 9. Bicyclists Wanted! We want to start a bicycling club. We need participants and volunteers who are interested in meeting regularly to ride bikes on Shunga Trail. Attention Day Service Programs: Adaptive Recreation loves to make special arrangements for your groups. Please contact Amanda to schedule these or any other activities for your group at a time and location that works for you.

SPECIAL EVENTS 24 TH ANNUAL INTERTRIBAL POW WOW Shawnee County Allied Tribes invite you to experience Native American dancing, crafts, arts, food, and education seminars. Kids 11 and under are free with an adult. Admission buttons are $8 or $6 in advance. For more information, please contact Paul Williams, Event Coordinator at Big_steps@cox.net or 785-220-3113. DATE DAY TIME Aug 29 Fri 3-10pm Aug 30 Sat 10am-10pm Aug 31 Sun 9am-12pm

SPECIAL EVENTS SER T OMA ’S SERT OMA’S GREA T TOPEKA GREAT DUCK RA CE RACE The 19th Annual Great Topeka Duck Race is presented by the Sertoma Clubs of Topeka. A person can “adopt” rubber ducks for as little as $5 each. Proceeds are donated back to the Topeka community through many different organizations. Enjoy festivities all day and cheer on your duck! Need not be present to win, just adopt a duck be-tween now and 3pm on Sept 5! Visit www.topekaduckrace.org or call 23.DUCKS for more information. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 6 Sat 10am-5pm Bettis Family Sports Complex Parking

LOCATION Reynolds Lodge 3315 SE Tinman Circle Lake Shawnee

HUFF-N-PUFF BALL OON RALL Y BALLOON RALLY The Great Plains Balloon Club of Topeka will present its annual HuffN-Puff Balloon Rally at Tinman Circle, Lake Shawnee. Weather permitting, free parking, concessions and restrooms will be available. Visit www.huff-n-puff.org for more information.

CENTRAL P ARK AUTUMN FEST (all ages) PARK Join us for an afternoon of delicious fun. Our baking contests will be in full swing, bring your whole family for a fun-filled day! Experience delicious pies and pound cakes as well as see who will be rewarded.

Friday, Sept 5 6pm • Fun Flight 7:30pm • Balloon Illumination, Tether

Pie contest – Strawberry/Rhubarb, Sweet Potatoes & Apple Registration Fee: $5.00 each categories

Saturday, Sept 6 7-7:30am • Launch window 6-6:30pm • Launch window Sunday, Sept 7 7-7:30am • Launch window

Pound Cake- Registration fee: $5.00 categories You can also participate in our pie eating contest, games & listen to live music.

DISCO VER KIDS WORKSHOP DISCOVER Viewing hot air balloons in the sky in-trigues all ages but this workshop will al-low your 4th-6th grade pilot wannabe to experience ballooning firsthand. Each participant will learn various aspects of controlling a hot air balloon. The registration includes a shirt, balloon supplies, and allows your new pilot the opportunity to be on a crew either Saturday evening or Sunday morning. Payment must accompany registration. Workshop size is limited. Deadline to register is September 4. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 6 Sat 10am-12pm Reynolds Lodge $30 Lake Shawnee

Registrations are accepted on a first come, first serve basis beginning August 4. Handmade craft items along with commercial items will be allowed. The registration deadline for booth space is Thursday, Sept 4. Small tents that fit into your booth space are welcome. Please make arrangements to have your booth covered if you need to take breaks throughout the day. Food Vendors – the Central Park Community Center will be the sole vendor for all soft drinks and hot dogs. Space will be very limited due to logistics. Vendors may be placed on the lawn or on the parking lot booth spaces are configured. Call Central Park Community Center at 251-2965 to reserve booth; craft/vendor $40, food $30. Call Cheryl at 251-2967 for rules and questions. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 13 Sat 9am-3pmCentral Park

SPECIAL EVENTS COMMUNITY GARA GE SALE GARAGE Get rid of those items you don’t use anymore, make a few new friends, and get a little extra money as well. Bring those items to our 1st Annual Community Garage Sale. We’ll have music, and special drawings to bring in the public to the beautiful Hillcrest Park. Booth spaces are available. Please call 251-2956 for more information. Pre-registration is required. DATE DAY TIME Sept 13 Sat 10am-3pm LOCATION Hillcrest

PRICE $35

FLEA MARKET If you have items to sell, we have the spot for you. You can bring antiques, collectibles, and garage sale items. You must PRE-REGISTER to get your spot. If your name is not on the list for Saturday’s setup, we cannot let you sell your items! The location will be at the Lake Shawnee Beach parking lot. The cost is $15; which gives you two parking stalls. Set up begins at 7:00A. All of your unsold merchandise must be removed from the park. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 20 Sat 8am-12pm Lake Shawnee $15 Swim Beach

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ANNU AL KANSAS SENIOR OL YMPICS ANNUAL OLYMPICS The 31st Annual Kansas Senior Olympics will take place September 24-October 5. Sports include archery, badminton, basketball (3-on3), bowling, cycling, track and field, golf, horseshoes, pickleball, race walk, racquetball, road race, shuffleboard, softball, swimming, table tennis, tennis and volleyball. For registration information, call the Kansas Senior Olympics office at 785-251-2974. Final registration deadline is Aug. 22. Register online at http://kansasseniorolympics.fusesport.com.

SMOKE ON THE W ATER BBQ Competition at Lake Shawnee Fire up your grills for the 6th annual “Smoke on the Water” barbeque competition! Regardless if you’re amateur or veteran, we welcome you to showcase your skills this October 10 and 11 at Lake Shawnee Campground. For more information or to register call 785251-2612 or email josh.sturm@snco.us.

SPECIAL EVENTS A SKY FOR ALL SEASONS Mary Lou Gudenkauf’s art students present an exhibit of original paintings. Refreshments will be served. DATE DAY TIME Oct 11 Sat 2-4pm

36 th ANNU AL HOLID AY FESTIV AL OF ANNUAL HOLIDA FESTIVAL CRAFTS It’s a holiday tradition to shop for family and friends at Shawnee North’s annual craft show. Handmade crafts and homemade food make this show double the fun. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Nov 21 Fri 9am-6pm Shawnee North Nov 22 Sat 9am-4:30pm Shawnee North

LOCATION Shawnee North

AL HOLID 4 th ANNU ANNUAL HOLIDA BAZAAR AY B AZAAR Come join us for the beginning of this year’s holiday season with the Annual Holiday Bazaar at Garfield Community Center. Vendors will have a variety of handmade and commercial items on sale for you to purchase for decorating your home or a gift for that special someone. If you are interested in reserving a booth, please contact Garfield at 251-2950. Booth space reservations will be accepted beginning September 2 at Garfield. The price is $55 per booth space or $35 per food booth. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Nov 22 Sat 9am-3pm Garfield

WINTER WONDERLAND This drive through holiday light show is a fundraiser for the Topeka Association of Retarded Citizens (TARC). This event marks TARC’S 60th year serving Topeka and the surrounding areas. The event runs Nov. 26-Dec. 31, 610pm and is open 7 days a week. Admission is $10 per vehicle; $15 per bus. Lake Shawnee Campground • 3435 SE East Edge Rd.

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VETERAN TO BREAKF AST BREAKFAST In honor of the sacrifice and dedication of our service men and women, Central Park Community Center and Perkins Restaurant & Bakery will host the 5th Annual Veteran’s Day breakfast for our hometown heroes. The breakfast will feature musical performances, poetry and letters to our soldiers. Tickets are $5 and include a pancake & sausage breakfast for the participant and one veteran. For more information, please contact Cheryl Newton at 251-2965. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Nov 8 Sat 8-11am Central Park Price: $5 for two tickets

SPECIAL EVENTS OLD TIME HOLID AY HOLIDA HAPPENINGS Dec. 5, 6, 12 & 13 See Old Prairie Town Section

BREAKF AST WITH SANT A BREAKFAST SANTA Want to make sure Santa gets your Christmas letter early? Now is your chance to hand deliver it to him and enjoy a hearty breakfast. All you can eat pancake and sausage breakfast will be served from 9-11am. Pictures with Santa are included in breakfast fee. If you are only interested in taking a picture with Santa, the fee is $6. A Christmas carol sing-a-long with Santa will begin at 9:30am, followed by a candy cane hunt at 9:45 am. Pictures with Santa will begin at 10am. You may purchase your tickets early, or at the door. DATE DAY TIME Dec 6 Sat 9-11am LOCATION PRICE Paris $6 per person Kids 3 & under eat free

34 th ANNU AL KARA TE ANNUAL KARATE SPECT ACULAR SPECTA “Open Tournament”, brown belt and below. Competitions will take place in the categories of forms, fighting, and weapons. Kata and Kumite divisions will be featured. Trophies will be awarded in each division, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. Registration will begin on tournament day at 9am. Entry fee is $20, spectators $3 for adults and $2 for youth. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Dec 6 Sat 9am registration Central Park 11am competition

OLD F ASHIONED CHRISTMAS CRAFT FASHIONED FAIR AND B AKE SALE BAKE Plan to make this annual holiday event a stop on your tour of area craft fairs. These craft items are beautifully handcrafted and reasonably priced. We will have 50 booths this year in the gymnasium. Additionally, plan to visit one of our many delicious baked goods booths and the Crestview Café. You will love the cookies, breads, and other assorted baked items this event has to offer. If you are interested in reserving a craft booth or ethnic food booth, please contact the community center at 251-2960. Booth space reservations will be accepted beginning September 2 at the community center only. Fee is $55 per craft booth and $35 per food booth. NOTE: All participants who reserve a craft or food booth will need to provide their own tables/set up. DATE DAY Dec 6 Sat TIME 9am-3pm

LOCATION Crestview

33rd ANNUAL CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS SHOPPING SPREE Children of all ages can choose the perfect holiday gifts for the special people in their lives at reasonable prices. Shopping is made easier and more rewarding for the youngsters during the gift giving season. All gifts are priced $10 and under. A $1 admission fee is charged for individuals over 12 years of age. Volunteers will be available to help children make their decisions and wrap their gifts. Reserve your booth space by calling Garfield Community Center at 251-2950 after September 3. Booth fee is $40. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Dec 13 Sat 9am-3pm Garfield

7 th ANNU AL CAND Y CANE HUNT / S’MORES ANNUAL CANDY WITH SANT A SANTA We’ve combined two of our popular events for families into one special evening! Join us at Crestview Community Center as we hunt outside for delicious candy canes. Please bring a flashlight and a goodie bag for your candy canes. After the hunt, enjoy some hot chocolate, popcorn and s’mores with Santa Claus. He’ll gladly pose for pictures with you. Spend the rest of the time having a blast with your family in our gym and game room area. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please pre-register by December 9. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Dec 13 Sat 5:30-7pm Crestview $7 per family (limit of 5)

YOUTH

Athletic Clinics LAKE SHAWNEE TENNIS LESSONS 6-1 hour lessons Instructor: Trammel The Lake Shawnee tennis courts are ready to play! These lessons are for youth, beginners and advanced players. Lessons cover the strategy and game of tennis, stroke development and consistency, coordination, and fun! Our instructor Walter Trammel has over 30 years of experience. Additional courts are available for open play. Courts are available for tournament reservations by calling 267-1156. Sign up individually or as a group! DATE DAY TIME AGES PRICE Sept 8 MWF 5:15pm 6-9 $45 Sept 8 MWF 6:15pm 10-12 $45 Sept 8 MWF 7:15pm 13-17 $45 TOPEKA KIDS RUGBY PROGRAM (ages 9-18) 8-1 hour classes Shawnee County Parks and Recreation has teamed up with the Topeka Wizards Rugby Club to bring Rugby to the youth of Topeka. Rules and how to play will be covered each class, Drills and techniques will be gone over as well. Age groups will be divided out; this program is NON-CONTACT only flags will replace tackling. Information will be handed out to each parent that encourages parents and participants to follow a baseline of safety considerations, rules and regulations of Rugby followed by rules set forth by USA Rugby. Please bring a water bottle, and wear clothing suited for playing in the grass. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Aug 21 Wed 6pm McDonald Field $30

DATE Aug 18

AFTER SCHOOL BASKETBALL ALL-STARS If your child likes basketball and wants to get better, this is the program for you. Youth will work on drills developed to enhance their skills. Tony Barksdale is a very established youth basketball coach and many of his kids have excelled on their teams. Let him develop your child into the next all star. DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE MWF 4pm Hillcrest $25 per month

BASKETBALL FOR LIL DRIBBLERS (ages 5-9) 3-1 hour sessions Instructor: Anderson Dribble! Shoot! Take the ball to the Hoop! If you are ready for the game, here is the place to start! Develop coordination, stamina, ball handling skills, shooting techniques & footwork. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Aug 18 MWF 1pm Hillcrest $25 Sept 15 MWF 1pm Hillcrest $25 Oct 20 MWF 1pm Hillcrest $25 Nov 17 MWF 1pm Hillcrest $25 Dec 8 MWF 1pm Hillcrest $25 TURKEY HOT SHOT COMPETITION 1-2 hour event Instructor: Staff This father and son competition will add to the fun atmosphere of Thanksgiving. Participants will be shooting from fixed spots on the floor, with a running clock to get their own turkeys! Sign up, and get your shot ready! DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Nov 16 Sun 3pm Hillcrest $10 SPEED & AGILITY TRAINING (ages 10-15 ) 4-1 hour classes Instructor: Fisher Get the jump on the competition with this specialized training. Our certified personal trainer will focus on techniques that will enhance your speed and strength. Pre-registration is required. Please call 251-2956 for more information. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 12 Fri 6pm Hillcrest $20 Nov 7 Fri 6pm Hillcrest $20

Youth Classes

PEPSI/NFL PUNT, PASS, AND KICK (ages 6-15) Join us for the Pepsi/NFL Punt, Pass, and Kick local competition. Girls and boys will compete in four age categories (6-7, 8-9, 1011, 12-13 and 14-15) based on the participants’ age as of December 31, 2014. No cleats, turf shoes, or barefoot kicking is allowed. Parents or guardians must provide a copy of the participants’ birth certificate at the time of the competition and sign an entry form/release of liability at the time of the competition. You may register at the time of the competition, or visit the website at www.nflyouthfootball.com and click on the PPK logo on the left hand side of the website to attain the entry form/release of liability form. For more information, please contact Clay Neal at 251-2950. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 16 Tue 5:30pm Garfield Park

FIND THAT GEOCACHE (ages 12-17) 6-1 ½ hour classes Instructor: Payne Shawnee County has over 400 geocaches hidden, waiting for you and your family to find. Learn how the magic of GPS technology helps you explore your world in a fun and safe way. You will successfully find geocaches and be able to speak the lingo! No supplies required. GPS unit provided. The first 4 classes will meet at Crestview on Tuesdays, the last 2 classes will meet Saturday mornings. The program is in conjunction with Shawnee County Extension Council/4-H Youth Development. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 2 Tue 7pm Crestview $5

YOUTH YOYO 4-30 minute classes Instructor: TBD Ever wanted to have a special talent that not everyone knows how to do? Are you willing to put in that extra work to master a skill that not many have? Learn the mystery behind Yoyoing. This class will teach you all the basic fundamentals of mastering the skill of Yoyo’s. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 10 Mon 6pm Bettis Family Sports Complex

Performing Arts

PRICE $25

TEEN EMPOWERMENT CREW (ages 10-15) On-going Instructor: Stewart Yeah! This special program is for area youth wanting to make a difference in the Topeka community. Youth will work with staff to develop programs and activities for their peers. Special trips and activities for crew member are planned . This program is highly supervised. Please call 251-2956 for more information. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Aug 23 Sat 1pm Hillcrest LEARN TO SEW (ages 7-12) 2-1½ hour workshop Instructor: Newton A great class for boys and girls with little or no experience. Sewing machine provided, kids will learn machine sewing and complete a project. Contact center for a list of supplies. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Oct 11 Sat 12pm Central Park PRICE: $22 SCENTED CANDLE MAKING (ages 12+) 1-3 hour class Instructor: King Hey kids come and learn how to make your own candles! This class will show you all and items, and materials that you will need and then you get to make your own candles. Come and have a fun morning with candle making DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Aug 23 Sat 11am Hillcrest $7

TAP & TWIRL 1 (ages 4-7) 7-45 minute sessions Instructor: Monreal This class is a continuation of Tiny Dancing Tots 1 adding tap and furthering ballet technique. Good for those who have at least one previous dance class to a semester of dance or are in this age group just beginning dance. No class Nov. 11. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 10 Wed 5:30pm Shawnee North $35 Oct 29 Wed 5:30pm Shawnee North $35 TAP & TWIRL 2 (ages 5-8) 7-45 minute sessions Instructor: Monreal This class is a continuation of Tap & Twirl 1with more in-depth tap and ballet techniques. This class is good for those who have at least one previous semester to year of dance or are in this age group just beginning dance. Dancers will be moving across the floor working on leaps and turns and developing more extensive dance combinations. No class Nov. 11. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 10 Wed 6:15pm Shawnee North $35 Oct 29 Wed 6:15pm Shawnee North $35

School Breaks CHRISTMAS BREAK ESCAPE Scheduled activities may include field trips, group games, arts and crafts, and much more! Children will need to bring a sack lunch each day. DATES TIME LOCATION PRICE Dec 22, 23, 29, 30, 31 7am-5:30pm Paris $55 SEAMAN USD 345 Elementary Schools School day out programs will be offered from 7:30am-5:30pm. Let our staff plan a fun day with your child. Watch for details on our website http://parksandrec.snco.us .

Youth Connections YOUTH DRAWING CONTEST 1-2 hour session Instructor: Staff Here’s your chance to show off your talent. Artist will have a time period to create a special drawing. Only pictures drawn at the contest will be judged. Awards for 1st and 2nd place. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Aug 12 Tue 6pm Hillcrest $7 Nov 13 Thu 6pm Hillcrest $7 Dec 20 Sat 1pm Hillcrest $7

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DROP-IN RECREATION (ages 8-14) Crestview Community Center is open for drop-in recreational activities each weekday afternoon from 3-5pm. There is no fee to participate. DATE DAY TIME FEE LOCATION Ongoing M-F 3-5pm Free Crestview KANSAS SAFE KIDS BICYCLE HELMET PROGRAM Parks and Recreation, in cooperation with the Kansas Safe Kids Coalition distributes bike helmets to area youth at a reduced cost. The goal is to keep young riders as safe as possible by making helmets affordable. The cost is $9 each (subject to c hange). For more information on purchasing a helmet, please call Crestview Community Center, 251-2960.

PRESCHOOLS

PRESCHOOL

Bright Circle Preschool Betsey Litscher, (785) 235-1033 Bright Circle is a KDHE licensed preschool program serving children age 3-5 years old. We’ve been educating preschool aged children for more than 30 years! We believe that children learn best through the natural play environment. The early years of a child’s life are most important because that is when the characteristics of their personalities and their own self-image develop. We strive to provide appropriate activities to develop each child socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively. Through these activities, children are encouraged to learn through play, and develop their skills through self-learning, peer education and teacher-directed activities. We value not just learning, but the love of learning as well. In order to ensure individual attention, class size is limited to 15 students. A $30 non-refundable registration is required; tuition of $10 per day is collected at the beginning of each month.

TDC’s Creative Learning Adventures 300 NE 43rd St. Kerry Tummons, (785) 272-5051 or www.learnplaygrow.org TDC’s Creative Learning Adventures is a state licensed preschool program serving children ages 3-5yrs, AugustMay. TDC Learning Centers, Inc. has been providing high quality, affordable early education in the Topeka community for over 50 years! Weekly themes combined with research-based curriculum ensure that children are having fun while learning and being prepared for kindergarten. Play and positive interaction with teachers and other children support social, emotional and intellectual growth. Special curriculum components encourage nutrition, physical fitness and socio-emotional growth. Our program spans all areas of a child’s development, offering a wellrounded, high quality learning experience.

Velma K. Paris Community Center, 6715 SW Westview Rd *Monday/Wednesday/Friday 9-11:30am Tuesday/Thursday 9-11:30am *Monday/Wednesday 1-3:30pm Tuesday/Thursday 1-3:30pm Lake Shawnee Recreation Building, 3325 SE Tinman Circle *Monday/Wednesday/Friday 9-11:30am Tuesday/Thursday 9-11:30am *Monday/Wednesday 1-3:30pm Tuesday/Thursday 1-3:30pm

Class sizes are small, with a max of 12 children per session. We have two classrooms that are located in the Shawnee North Community Center. Parents are our partners and are encouraged to participate in classroom activities. Parent/teacher conferences are held twice each year where parents help their child’s Individual Education Plan. Developmental assessments are conducted twice each year and children who are kindergarten bound have an additional school readiness assessment.

*We have reserved the MWF morning and MW afternoon classes for only kindergarten bound students. This promotes a more efficient environment.

Children must be 3 years old and full potty trained to participate. Four different class times are offered: Monday/Wednesday/Friday Tuesday/Thursday Monday/Wednesday Tuesday/Thursday

9-11:30am 9-11:30am 1-3:30pm 1-3:30pm

Tuition: $30 non-refundable registration fee/ $50 max for family. Class fees are $11 per session divided into equal monthly payments for 10 months. We reserve the right to cancel sessions if they do not fill.

Visit parksandrec.snco.us for information on our skate parks, nature areas and trails, public fishing areas, disc golf courses, gardens, BMX park, and adopt-a-park program.

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LITTLE ATHLETES (ages 4-5) 4-30 minute classes Instructor: Staff Boys and girls will have a blast with an introduction to a different sport each week. This is a great way to make new friends, learn teamwork, sportsmanship and get great exercise. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Oct 6 Mon 6:10pm Garfield $16 Oct 15 Wed 9am Crestview $16 Nov 4 Tue 6pm Paris $16 Nov 5 Wed 9:30am Garfield $16

Preschool Sports SOCCER Youngster will be taught the fundamentals of soccer. Basic skills and fun will be the focus of instruction. Bettis, 4-30 minute classes Ages 3-4 Sept 8 Mon Ages 5-7 Sept 8 Mon

5:30pm 6pm

$18 $18

Shawnee North, 4-30 minute classes Ages 3-4 Oct 7 Tue Ages 5-6 Oct 7 Tue

5:30pm 6pm

$18 $18

Garfield, 4-30 minute classes Ages 2-3 Sept 13 Sat

Instructor: Neal TBA $21

TINY ATHLETES (ages 2-3) 4-30 minute classes Instructor: Neal Is your tiny boy or girl ready to play and be active? Boys and girls will participate in a different sport each week. The instructor will cover sportsmanship and teamwork. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Oct 1 Wed 9:30am Garfield $16 Oct 6 Mon 5:30pm Garfield $16

Paris, 4-30 minute classes Instructor: Hernandez Ages 3-6 Sept 10 Wed 6pm $18 Crestview, 3-30 minute classes Ages 3-5 Sept 5 Fri Ages 3-5 Oct 3 Fri

Instructor: Simons 9:30am $12 9:30am $12

Central Park, 4-45 minute classes Ages 4-5 Sept 6 Sat

Instructor: Lee 11am $21

T-BALL Our instructor will focus on the basics: hitting, throwing, fielding, sportsmanship and how to run the bases. Bring a glove and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll provide all other equipment. Sign up early, space is limited.

INDOOR SOCCER PROGRAM (ages 3-5) Garfield Community Center offers a four week instructional indoor soccer program for boys and girls. Kids will learn the basic fundamentals of teamwork, rules, scoring, dribbling and passing. Registration deadline is August 1. Parents who would like to coach, please call 251-2950. All equipment will be provided. DATE DAY LOCATION PRICE Aug 9 Sat Garfield $21

BASKETBALL Youngsters will learn the basics of basketball including dribbling, shooting, passing and teamwork! Central Park, 4-45 minute classes Ages 3-5 Sept 6 Sat

Instructor: Lee 10am $21

Crestview, 3-30 minute classes Ages 3-5 Oct 27 Mon

Instructor: Geotz 9am $12

Garfield, 4-30 minute classes Ages 2-3 Nov 3 Mon

Instructor: Neal 5:30pm $16

Garfield, 4-45 minute classes Ages 3-5 Nov 3 Mon

Instructor: Staff 6:10pm $21

Crestview, 3-30 minute sessions Ages 3-5 Sept 8 Mon

Instructor: Staff 9:30am $12

Garfield, 4-30 minute sessions Ages 2-3 Sept 8 Mon

Instructor: Neal 5:30pm $16

Garfield, 4-45 minute sessions Ages 3-5 Sept 8 Mon Ages 3-5 Sept 10 Wed

Instructor: Neal 6:10pm $21 5:30pm $21

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Preschool Programs CREATION STATION (ages 3-5) 8-1½ hour classes Instructor: Streeter/Stormann This is the chance for preschoolers to create unique art work through hands-on experiences. Class will focus on the creative process using fun materials. Shaving cream, jello and glitter will be used just to name a few. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 15 MW 9:30am Shawnee North

MINI TUMBLING (ages 3-5) 5-30 minute classes Instructor: Jenni & Gracie Kids will go head over heels in this class. Learn basic movement and coordination and increase strength, flexibility and improve motor skills. Register by August 31 for 1st class/October 12 for 2nd class. Parents are invited to attend last class of each session. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 6 Sat 9am Crestview $18 Sept 6 Sat 9:40am Crestview $18 Oct 18 Sat 9am Crestview $18 Oct 18 Sat 9:40am Crestview $18

PRICE $25

PRESCHOOL MOVIES (ages 2-6) Hey daycare providers and moms and dads! Children who are accompanied by an adult are invited to attend our drop-in movie program. This casual environment gives parents and their preschooler a chance to view age-appropriate movies together; siblings are welcome to attend. What’s a movie without popcorn? Registration required one week in advance. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 10 Wed 10am Central Park $1 Sept 24 Wed 10am Central Park $1 Oct 8 Wed 10am Central Park $1 Oct 22 Wed 10am Central Park $1 Nov 12 Wed 10am Central Park $1

SCIENCE AND ME (ages 2-3) 4-30 minute classes Instructor: Neal This is hands-on science! Each week, children will make different fun/messy science experiments. Space is limited. All class supplies are included in the class fee. Pre-registration required one week in advance. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 12 Fri 10am Garfield $16

PINT SIZED PICASSO’S (ages 3-5) 4-30 minute classes Instructor: Staff Would you like your little artist to paint somewhere other than the bathroom wall? Let your little one explore painting with unique objects, not just the same old paint brushes! Kids create one-of-akind masterpieces to hang on the refrigerator. Wear old clothes, we may get messy! DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Oct 9 Thu 10am Crestview $16 YOUNG JACKSON POLLOCK’S (ages 3-6) 3-1 hour classes Instructor: Newton Kids love to do crafts and get messy and this is the perfect class. All of the fun and none of the clean up (wear old clothing). Masterpieces from shaving cream art, finger painting with Jello, bubble painting. Parents are welcome, too. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept Thu 6pm Central Park $15 TRAVEL & TELL (ages 3-5) 2-2 hour classes Instructor: Streeter/Stormann Join us for a class that encourages preschoolers to explore exciting topics. Class time includes art, snack, story and games. On the second day we will travel to a fun location for hands-on activities. Class meets at 1pm, Tue/Thu at Shawnee North. DATE Sept 23 & 25 Apple Orchard Oct 21 & 23 Pumpkin Patch Nov 4 & 6 Kansas History Museum

SCIENCE AND ME (ages 3-5) 4-30 minute classes Instructor: Staff This is hands-on science! Projects include crystal gardens, volcanoes, silly putty and more! Space is limited. All class supplies are included in the class fee. Pre-registration required one week in advance. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 11 Thu 10am Crestview $15 FAB FRIDAYS (ages 2-3) 4-30 minute classes Instructor: Neal Your child will love playing with us! This class will combine arts and crafts with games. Each week we will make a fun project, and then move into the gym for some energy burning games. Sign up early, space is limited. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Oct 10 Fri 10am Garfield $16

PRICE $12 $12 $12

WILD WEDNESDAYS (ages 2-3) 4-30 minute classes Instructor: Neal With it getting cooler outside, come join us each week as we play games and activities that will burn energy. Dress your child so they are ready to run, jump and kick! DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Oct 29 Wed 9:30am Garfield $16

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SPOOKY HALLOWEEN CRAFTS AND TREATS (ages 2-5) 1-30 minute class Instructor: Staff Scare up some fun this fall while making spooky Halloween crafts and snacks! Get a head start on Halloween this year at Crestview Community Center! Register by October 20…if you dare! DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Oct 24 Fri 9:30am Crestview $7

PRE-BALLET (ages 3-5) 5-30 minute classes Instructor: Jenni & Gracie This class will help preschool kids develop coordination, rhythm and social skills using dance movements in a class setting. Pre-registration required. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Sept 6 Sat 10:15am Crestview Sept 6 Sat 11am Crestview Oct 18 Sat 10:15am Crestview Oct 18 Sat 11am Crestview PRICE: $18 TINY DANCING TOTS 1 (ages 3-5) 7-30 minute sessions Instructor: Monreal Dancers will explore how their bodies move with the use of nursery rhymes, popular children’s music and their imaginations. Galloping, skipping, marching and many more gross and fine motor skills will be taught along with basic ballet technique and terminology. Dancers will learn spatial frames such as up and down, left and right, and over and under. Bring your imagination and come dance! Great for beginning dancers. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 10 Wed 5pm Shawnee North $35 Oct 29 Wed 5pm Shawnee North $35 TODDLER OPEN GYM (ages 2-5) Kids can burn off extra energy; drop by and enjoy the wide-open space of the “little gym.” Tennis shoes only! DATE DAY TIME FEE LOCATION Sept 2 Tue 10am Free Garfield Oct 2 TTh 9-11am Free Paris Oct 2 Thu 9am Free Crestview PRINCESS TEA PARTY (ages 3-6) 1-1 hour class Instructor: Staff Crestview is a castle fit for a Princess. Dress up as your favorite princess and enjoy an hour of dancing to princess music, reading princess stories, making a craft and having snacks. Register one week in advance. For more information, please call 251-2960. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Oct 4 Sat 1pm Crestview $8 Nov 8 Sat 11am Garfield $8

CREEPY CRITTERS AND CRAWLERS (ages 3-5) 1-45 minute class Instructor: Rob Let your critters creep over for some Halloween fun! Explore things that go “bump” in the night, make crafts, hear stories and enjoy a snack. Register by October 17. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Oct 22 Wed 1pm Crestview $7 TOM TURKEY (ages 2-5) 1-30 minute class Instructor: Rob Meet Tom the Turkey at Crestview Community Center when you have your own little Thanksgiving celebration complete with crafts and Thanksgiving snacks! Register by November 10. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Nov 13 Thu 9:30am Crestview $7 PILGRIMS ON PARADE (ages 3-5) 1-45 minute class Instructor: Ingram Turkey! Stuffing! Pumpkin Pie! Oh my! Create special Thanksgiving centerpieces and art for your family to enjoy on turkey day! Space is limited. Please register by November 7. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Nov 12 Wed 1pm Crestview $7

LETTERS TO SANTA Shawnee North Community Center is one of Santa’s mail box drop-off locations. The big man in red will respond with a letter to your child. A brief questionnaire must be completed by parents to provide us with information to personalize your child’s letter. Bring your letter in or call, 286.0676. Letters are accepted between December 1-12.

FAIRYTALES & PUPPETS (ages 3-6) 4-1 hour classes Instructor: Staff Does your child have a curious mind and a creative spirit? This fun program will provide your little one with great activities, stories, crafts and…puppets! Your child will enjoy learning about the wonderful world of reading while interacting with others and making fun puppets and other crafts. Each class will feature something new and exciting for your child to explore and learn. We encourage mom and dad to join in the fun, too. Please wear old clothing. Pre-register one week in advance. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Sept 30 Tue 6:30pm Central Park $25

HERE COMES SANTA CLAUS! (ages 2-5) 1-30 minute class Instructor: Staff Here comes Santa Clause right down Shunga Drive! Explore Christmas through the eyes of Ol’ Saint Nick and his 8 reindeer! Make extra special Christmas crafts and finish the morning with that special treat Santa loves so much! Register by December 5. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION PRICE Dec 11 Thu 9:30am Crestview $7

FALL COLOR SPECTACULAR (ages 3-5) 1-45 minute class Instructor: Staff Fall is here and the leaves are just right with bright colors and many shapes. Come enjoy all the beautiful fall colors and make a special craft project to celebrate everything fun about the fall! Story time and snacks will be provided. Register by October 3. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Oct 8 Wed 10am Crestview PRICE: $7

BEDTIME STORIES WITH SANTA An evening filled with special guests reading their favorite Christmas stories all in the comfort of your favorite pajamas. We will serve milk and cookies for that favorite bedtime snack. One more special guest will be Santa making a visit to listen to any requests before he finishes up his work at the North Pole. DATE DAY TIME LOCATION Dec 18 Thu 7pm Shawnee North PRICE: Free

LAKE SHAWNEE

Lake Shawnee offers the most surprising recreational opportunities around. Lake facilities include the Garden House, Reynolds Lodge, marina, tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, open spaces, campground, golf course, shelter houses, swimming beach with water slide, playgrounds and water activities of every kind. Special events and recreation programs make it a favorite stop in Northeast Kansas. Lake Shawnee campground is open year round for RV and tent camping. Special events are hosted throughout the summer for registered campers. Kansas State Fishing and Trout licenses are required for Lake Shawnee. Shelter houses are available for rental throughout the summer with four shelters available year-round. Lake Shawnee has a concrete bicycle/pedestrian trail that goes around the entire lake, extending approximately 7 miles. The primary loop was developed around the entire park, while the smaller and shorter secondary loops or spurs take advantage of the unique park assets.

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GAGE PARK Gage Park has been making memories since 1899, and continues to play a significant role in the lives of the citizens of Topeka and northeast Kansas. Whether you are planning a family reunion, a birthday party, a corporate picnic, a wedding, or simply enjoying a day in the park, Gage Park offers a variety of things to do and see for persons of all ages.

Attractions • • • • • • • • • •

Blaisdell Family Aquatic Center Topeka Zoo Westlake Mini-Train & Depot Carousel in the Park Hazel Von Rohr Victorian Gardens Reinisch Rose Garden & Doran Rock Garden Helen Hocker Center for the Performing Arts Hill’s Bark Park AnimaLand

Other recreational opportunities • • • • • • • •

Summer Day Camps Tennis Courts Softball Diamond Sand Volleyball Courts Horseshoe Courts Amphitheater Shelter Houses Adaptive Recreation Office

GAGE PARK

Mini-Train & Carousel in the Park

John Bell, Recreation Program Supervisor, 251-2991 Mini-Train 368-2449 Carousel 271-5468 Fall is just around the corner and the MiniTrain and Carousel in the Park staff are anxious to help you enjoy the Gage Park attractions. Experience the beauty of Gage Park in the fall by riding the milelong scenic mini-train. Then stay for a ride on the 1908 Herschell-Spillman carousel, which features a vintage Wurlitzer band organ. Bring your lunch and enjoy the Von Rohr Victorian Garden adjacent to the carousel! ____________________________________ Ticket Price: Mini-Train: $1.25 children & adults Carousel: $1.25 children & adults ______________________________________ Hours of Operation (weather permitting): May 19-August 24 • Monday-Saturday 10am-5:45pm • Sunday 11am-5:45pm August 29-October 26 • Friday-Saturday 10am-4:45pm • Sunday 11am-4:45pm

CAROUSEL PARTY ROOM The Carousel Party Room is a multiuse room with a fully equipped kitchen. There is room to comfortably seat 42 people. It’s a great place for all types of events, parties and memories. Price is $110 per session. Please specify at time of reservation if you would like discounted carousel rides ($1 per rider) during the rental session. Rental times: 10am-3:30pm and 5:30-10:30pm Carousel Party Room General Rules • Person reserving party room is responsible for guests and damages • Groups with persons under 18 must have adult supervision • Remove all decorations - no confetti, piñatas or silly string allowed • All persons and property must be removed by end of reservation period. Parks & Recreation is not responsible for property left in facility. • Party room is not reserved on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day or New Years Day. • No refunds permitted on cancellations under 14 days • No refunds due to inclement weather

OLD PRAIRIE TOWN at Ward-Meade Historic Site 251-2989 1st & Clay St. John Bell, Recreation Program Supervisor John.bell@snco.us Featuring: 1854 replica Log Cabin with Blacksmith Shop, 1870’s Victorian Prairie Mansion on the National Register of Historic Places, and 2½ acres of Botanical Garden, including Anna’s Place, a Victorian Reading Garden and a 240 foot cascading rock rivulet. Town Square: 1891 Victor Schoolhouse with outhouse; 1880 Everest Church; Mulvane General Store Visitors Center and Gift Shop; Potwin Drug Store, including Durst Physician’s Office and Fyler Dentist Office; Lingo Livery Stable with Landau Carriage and Baughman Ice Cream Wagon; Lingo Tack Shop; Pauline Depot and Caboose, Turnof-the-Century Barber Shop. Hours: Grounds open 8am-dusk Mulvane General Store and Potwin Drug Store: 10am-4pm Monday-Saturday 12pm-4pm Sunday Tours: Guided tours of historic buildings. Monday-Friday: 10am, 12pm, & 2pm Saturday: 12pm & 2pm Sunday: 2pm Groups of 15 or more by reservation only Fees: Guided tours: Adults $5 Seniors $4 Children (ages 6-12) $3 ______________________ JOIN THE VOLUNTEERS at Old Prairie Town. Help serve a Victorian dinner, lead a guided tour, work in the Mulvane General Store and Potwin Drug Store, or volunteer for other exciting assignments to fit your interests. Call 251-2992 to volunteer. Men, women, students, couples; all are welcome.

MULVANE GENERAL STORE An old-fashioned mercantile that serves as our museum gift shop and visitors center. Kansas items, toys from yesteryear, souvenirs, and unique gifts are available. Open Monday through Saturday, 10am-4pm and Sunday, noon-4pm. Call 785-251-2995 for information. SCHOOLHOUSE SESSION Are you looking for a unique experience for your class or youth group? Then come and spend an hour in our authentic oneroom schoolhouse learning about our Kansas country school legacy, ciphering on slates, participating in a spelling bee and playing old-time games. Please call 251-2993 to book this program. Price: $55 Maximum: 18 participants POTWIN DRUG STORE Sit at the marble counter and order a soda fountain treat, and shop for vintage-era candy! Open Monday through Saturday, 10am-4pm and Sunday, noon-4pm. Call 785251-2997 for more information. ____________________________________ TEEN VOLUNTEERS Old Prairie Town is looking for teens to volunteer. We provide the training and the opportunities and you provide… well you! We have a variety of special events, office work, programs and sometimes even baking that you can help with. This is ideal for those that want to volunteer but don’t want an on-going time commitment per month. Give us a call at 251-2992 to find out more information.

Weddings and Receptions Make your wedding an historic event! All wedding prices include a $75 nonrefundable security deposit. Decorating and clean up is included in the rental time. One hour rehearsal time the night before your wedding is also included. Additional hours can be purchased for $50 each. All week day weddings (Monday-Friday) are 25% off the remaining price after deducting security deposit. Please call 251-2993 for more information. Package I – Anna’s Place and Reception $355 • 3 hour rental period • Includes bride’s dressing facilities • Includes kitchen • Includes Preston Hale room, which also serves as back-up depending on weather • No seating provided at Anna’s Place Package II – Courtyard (Wedding only) $355 • 3 hour rental period • Includes bride’s dressing facilities • Includes Preston Hale room, which also serves as back-up depending on weather • Seating for 100 provided Package III – Courtyard and Reception $580 • 5 hour rental period • Includes bride’s dressing facilities • Includes Preston Hale room, which also serves as back-up depending on weather • Includes kitchen • Seating for 100 provided Package IV – Everest Church (Wedding Only) $490 • 3 hour rental period • Includes bride’s dressing facilities • Maximum seating for 65 Package V – Everest Church and Reception $770 • 5 hour rental period • Includes bride’s dressing facilities • Includes kitchen • Includes Preston Hale room • Maximum seating for 65

O. P. T. Meetings, Anniversaries, Showers, etc.

Preston Hale Reception Room (maximum 72 people) An elegant room on the north side of the mansion. Kitchen facilities available. • $300 day rate: 8am-5pm, includes kitchen • $50 per hour, minimum 2 hours • $25 non-refundable security deposit Kitchen facility adjacent to the Preston Hale Reception Room • $50 for entire rental time Lingo Livery Stable (maximum 35 people) A rock barn was brought to the property and reassembled stone by stone with beautiful masonry work. The loft area is available for meetings, receptions or dinners. • $200 day rate; 8am-5pm • $45 per hour; minimum 2 hours • $25 non-refundable security deposit Potwin Drug Store (maximum 25 people) The drugstore/soda fountain includes original soda fixtures from a drugstore that stood for 75 years at 5th and Washburn in the historic Potwin area in Topeka. Today, ornate walnut cabinets with dozens of tiny drawers and glass fronts line both sides of the walls. A pharmacist’s counter in the back displays antique mortars and pestles and old-fashioned bottles and jars. A turn-of-thecentury Wurlitzer jukebox, original to the drug store, occupies one corner. • $85 per hour; minimum 2 hours. • $25 non-refundable security deposit • Available MondaySunday, 5-9pm

Meals for Groups and Organizations The following food programs include two hours free room rental. WARD CABIN HEARTH MEALS This is one of the most popular, unique meals served at Old Prairie Town, so make your reservations early! Meals are served at fireside tables in the Ward cabin, and diners are treated to special hearth-cooking demonstrations with a side dish of history, all provided by volunteers. These family style meals are offered from October 15 through March 15 with reservations for groups of 12-18.

• Menu

$18 per person Hearth-cooked ham or smoked turkey, sweet potatoes, Irish potatoes, fruit, Dutch oven baked biscuits, hearth-baked molasses cookies, old-fashioned ice cream, cider and coffee. VICTORIAN DINNER $25 per person For a change of pace, enjoy this delightful Victorian meal served buffet-style in the elegant dining room of the 1870’s mansion. Gleaming silver, fine china, crisp linens, and a gracious atmosphere make this an occasion to remember. Choice of entree includes baked ham with cherry sauce or brandicot chicken served with salad, vegetable, potatoes, freshly baked scones and old-fashioned ice cream. Minimum 25, maximum 72. PICNIC BASKET DINNER $12 per person The delicious hot chicken pocket sandwich featuring Old Prairie Town’s own special recipe makes the picnic basket a yearround favorite. Also included in the basket are: fruit, cole slaw or potato salad, pickle, cookie, brownbread ice cream and a drink. Minimum 15.

FORALIGHTER TREAT... CIDER SIPPINGAND HEARTH-BAKED COOKIES $5.50 per person Sit by the fire in our cozy log cabin and enjoy a demonstration of molasses cookies being baked on the hearth. Then sample the warm, spicy treats along with tangy apple cider. Offered by the fire October 17 through March 13. Minimum 10.

Birthday Parties at Old Prairie Town Celebrate your child’s birthday in an old fashioned way. Old Prairie Town has two party packages that you can choose from. In both parties we keep the party moving for you so you can sit back and relax. Parties include everything listed in the party description as well as set up, clean up and a volunteer in period costume to lead the party. Parties are 2 hours in length and can be booked any day of the week throughout the year except holidays. To schedule a birthday party please call 251-2993 OLD FASHIONED BIRTHDAY PARTY (ages 6-12) Price: $10 per participant This party is in our one-room country schoolhouse with old-fashioned turn-ofthe-century fun. This party includes a “session” with the schoolmarm playing old time games. Guests will share an oldfashioned cake with ice cream and lemonade. We also furnish handcrafted favors, a prize and a tour. Minimum 10; maximum 15. Two hours. CHILDREN’S VICTORIAN TEA PARTY (ages 6-12) Price: $10 per participant Your child and guests can dress up in costumes from a “surprise trunk” and will be treated to an elegant birthday tea. We provide finger food and cookies just like they did in the Victorian era when tea was considered a social event. Minimum 10; maximum 15. Two hours.

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35th Annual Apple Festival Sunday, October 5, 10am-5pm You are invited to see all of the wonderful changes Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site has made when you spend the day at this Topeka tradition. There will be new entertainment and activities. This festivity is our main fundraiser each year and your support keeps this pioneer tradition alive for the whole community to enjoy. FOOD Enjoy everything from Bierocks to Barbecue, Turkey Legs from Sarsaparilla to Green Rivers. And, of course, apples and more apples in caramel, in pies, in fritters, in cider! DEMONSTRATIONS Our dedicated and talented volunteers will demonstrate traditional pioneer skills and crafts: quilting, weaving and spinning, blacksmithing and other almost-lost arts. Visit the annual Quilt Show in the Lingo Livery Stable. ENTERTAINMENT Music, laughter, fun and enlightenment provided by our roving musicians, clowns & entertainers. New this year: The Shyster Mountain Gang & Greg Fox.

FOLK ARTS AND CRAFTS IN THE GARDENS Explore the “Peddler’s Village” in the botanical gardens filled with artisans selling their wares. We have new crafters plus many popular favorites. OUR VINTAGE STORES The Potwin Drug Store and Mulvane General Store will be open for your shopping pleasure. Choose from Victorian items, antique reproduction toys, unique gift items and old-fashioned candy and when you’re done there treat yourself to a soda fountain treat. HISTORIC BUILDINGS Let our costumed volunteers guide you through our historic buildings with stories of years gone by. Visit the cabin, the Everest Church, the mansion, the one-room school house, the Pauline Depot and more!

Old Time Holiday Happenings Dec. 5, 6, 12 & 13

ADMISSION $5 in advance or $6 at the gate. Children 12 and under free. Take the FREE bus from Judicial Building parking lot.

Take pleasure in the charm of the beautifully decorated Mansion at holiday time. Simply pass through the east doors and be whisked away to an enchanting evening you’ll long remember. Enjoy an elegant and delicious candlelight dinner. A buffet dinner will be served from the lovely dining room of the Mansion and you will be seated in the reception room. You’ll listen to live music throughout the evening. Enjoy hot cider and cookies by the fire in the cabin and hot fudge sundaes in the Potwin Drug Store. Enjoy a variety of entertainment and activities in each of the vintage buildings. Seating is limited to 72 guests per evening. Reservations will be accepted beginning August 1. Call 251-2993 for your reservation. Dinner will be served at 6:30pm. Doors open at 6pm. Cost: $30 includes Victorian dinner, tour and entertainment. The Mulvane General Store will be open throughout the evening.

GOLF

GOLF COURSES Lake Shawnee 4141 SE East Edge Rd Topeka 66609 785-267-2295 www.lakeshawneegolf.com The par-70 layout at Lake Shawnee Golf Course measures over 6300 yards from the back tees. It was designed by Larry W. Flatt in 1972 and updated by Craig Schreiner. Many holes of the golf course bring together breathtaking views and the challenges of playing alongside Lake Shawnee. The manageable length of the golf course and affordable anytime rates make Lake Shawnee Golf Course your best choice for outdoor recreation.

Cypress Ridge 2533 SW Urish Rd Topeka 66614 785-291-2670 www.cypressridgegolfcourse.com Cypress Ridge Golf Course offers a great challenge for golfers of all ages and skill levels. With 6,200 rolling yards of excellent golf Cypress Ridge is located on the western edge of the Capital City. It is conveniently located approximately one and half miles west of the Wanamaker corridor just south of 21st street.

Forbes 700 SW Capehart Rd Topeka 66619 785-862-0114 www.forbesgc.com Forbes is a 9-Hole par-36 layout on the southeast side of Shawnee County measuring 3,253 yards from the back tees. The course was designed by Bob E. Baldock in 1962. The course offers a relaxed atmosphere for golfers of all skill levels, and has 3 sets of tees on a links style layout. The course can be challenging for the experienced, yet easy enough for beginners.

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INFORMATION

The vision of the SCPR Foundation is to promote healthy lifestyle

choices and improve quality of life opportunities by providing the best in parks, golf courses and recreation facilities and programs to residents of Shawnee County, both rural and urban. To accomplish this vision, the efforts of loyal and dedicated employees providing excellent facilities and programs must be coupled with community support of local government, to reduce the financial burden on taxpayers.

Board of County Commissioners Michele A. Buhler. ................................................................ 1st District Kevin Cook ........................................................................... 2nd District Bob Archer ........................................................................... 3rd District

Donations to the SCPR Foundation are used for the long range preservation of the facilities designated by the donor or in the general endowment fund for parks maintenance and enhancement projects. Listed below are just a few of the projects that became reality through a joint partnership of the department, the foundation and our generous donors.