Volunteer

Kid’s Palooza

Kids can participate in a fun variety of themed activities. A chance to get away from screen time and be active and social.

Garfield Community Center 251-6950

Ages: 6-12 yrs. Date: June 9 - Giant board games Aug. 11 - Giant board games Time: 6-7 p.m. Fee: $2

Stem-gineers

Kids can challenge themselves to create different summer-themed stem activities. This is a great way for kids to enjoy learning activities with hands-on fun.

Garfield Community center 251-6950

Ages: 6-12 yrs. Date: May 12 - Slime creations July 14 - Water experiments Time: 6-7 p.m. Fee: $5

Airplane Club

Enjoy flying or watching indoor remote control planes. A great chance to socialize and learn something new. Planes not provided.

Crestview Community Center 251-6960

Age: All ages Date: Ongoing Time: Thur. 10:30 a.m.-Noon Fee: Free

Beekeeper Class

Master beekeepers Steve & Becky Tipton offer exciting opportunities in beekeeping. Explore hive construction, installing the bees, and hive management up until harvest time. This monthly class starts in February and ends in October. Preregistration is required due to limited seating.

Shawnee North Community Center 251-6900

Age: 12+ Date: May 18, June 15, July 20, Aug. 17 Time: Wed. 6:30-8 p.m. Fee: Free

Horseshoes with Topeka Horseshoe Association

Come out and enjoy a low impact physical activity in a supportive social environment. All skill levels are welcome and instruction will be available. Horseshoes are provided if you don’t have your own. Participants should arrive on time to be assigned a match. Gage Park Horseshoe Courts Instructional/Practice League Contact: Earl Romine 785-633-0890 Age: 5+ Date: Mon. April-Oct. Time: 6 p.m. Fee: Free

SANCTIONED HORSESHOES

Open to sanctioned players of all skill levels.

Gage Park Horseshoe Courts

Contact: Larry 785-456-5001 Age: 5+ Date: Thur. April-Oct. Time: 5:45 p.m. Annual Sanction Fee: Adults $33; Youths $7

Oil and Acrylic Painting

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. Anyone at any level will feel comfortable and receive individual attention from the instructor. A supply list can be obtained from the Shawnee North Community Center office.

Shawnee North Community Center 251-6900

Fee: $40 Date: May 25-June 15, June 22-July 13, Aug. 31-Sept. 21 Time: Wed. 9:15-11:15 a.m.

Date: May 25-June 15, June 22-July 13, Aug. 31-Sept. 21 Time: Wed. 1-3 p.m.

Date: May 26-June 16, June 23-July 14, Sept. 1-22 Time: Thur. 1-3 p.m.

THANK YOU TO OUR PARKS FOR ALL FOUNDATION SPONSORS

Independence Day DIY Décor

Red, white and blue - we have a craft for you! This Fourth of July-themed craft will feature a do-it-yourself, stepby-step project that is perfect for your front porch! Supplies are included in the registration fee.

Crestview Community Center 251-6960

Date: June 25 Time: Sat. 1-3 p.m. Fee: $20

Topeka Community Cycle Project

Get help with your bike from a volunteer of the TCCP. Staff will aid you in fixing flats, adjusting brakes, and answering questions about bikes.

Central Park Community Center 251-6965

Date: Thur., Sat. Time: Thur. 5-7 p.m., Sat. 1-3 p.m. Fee: Free

Family Tie Dye

Let’s celebrate and make a red, white and blue tie-dye t-shirt. Registration of primary family member only needed, each group can make up to four shirts. Bring up to four white shirts and all other supplies are provided. Preregistration is required.

Central Park Community Center 251-6965

Age: 6+ Date: June 29 Time: Wed. 1-3 p.m. Fee: $20 per group

Plant Club

Meet your plant friends at Crestview to learn the basics of caring for plants. Provide input or receive guidance for your houseplants and gardening needs. Bring a plant to swap. Plant club will be held March through October.

Crestview Community Center 251-6960

Date: May 27, June 24, July 29, Aug. 26 Time: Fri. 1-2:30 p.m. Fee: $2

SENIOR

Lifetime Basketball

Recreational sports are part of a healthy and active life style. This is a great chance to show off your skill set in a positive environment.

Crestview Community Center 251-6960

Date: Ongoing Time: Mon. 6-8 p.m. Fee: $2

Senior Open Volleyball

Recreational sports are part of a healthy and active lifestyle. This is a great chance to show off your skill set in a positive non-competitive environment.

Oakland Community Center 251-6953

Date: May-July Time: Wed. 6-8 p.m. Fee: $2

Shuffle Board

A chance to stay active while interacting with friends in a positive social setting.

Central Park Community Center 251-6965

Date: Ongoing Time: Thur. 10 a.m.-Noon Fee: $2

Indoor Bocce Ball

Explore this popular game indoors. While socializing and keeping active.

Central Park Community Center 251-6965

Date: Ongoing Time: Wed. 10 a.m.-Noon Fee: $2

Pitch

Enjoy spending time with your friends playing pitch. This program provides a chance for beginners to learn a new game along with experienced players in a positive environment. Coffee and cards provided. Date: Ongoing Fee: $1

Garfield Community Center 251-6950

Time: Tue. 1-3 p.m.

Crestview Community Center 251-6960

Time: Thur. 1-3 p.m.

Shawnee North Community Center 251-6900

Time: Fri. 1-3 p.m.

50+ White Elephant Bingo

Join SCP+R for a fun morning of White Elephant Bingo! Participants will pay a $1 drop-in fee and bring a white elephant item to contribute to the prize table. This program provides social connections and interactions through peers and staff. Enjoy the fun and who knows what you’ll win.

Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956

Date: May 10 Time: Tue. 10-11:30 a.m.

SHAWNEE YACHT CLUB

Shawnee Yacht Club has the following events lined up to introduce interested area residents to sailing: • Introduction to Sailing - age 12 + • Monthly Full Moon Socials Come experience the excitement and camaraderie of the area’s most accessible sailing venue!

For more information

shawneeyachtclub.org

Shawnee North Community Center 251-6900

Date: May 11, June 8, July 13, Aug. 10 Time: Wed. 10-11:30 a.m. Fee: $1

Bridge

Spend time with friends in a positive social setting. Groups of four are needed for participation. Coffee and cards provided.

Central Park Community Center 251-6965

Date: Ongoing Time: Tue. 1-3 p.m. Fee: $1