In Motion - Mount Pleasant Recreation Magazine | Fall 2018 by Traveler Communications Group

FALL 2018

NEIGHBORHOOD

FIELD OF

DREAMS PAGE 4

4-YEAR-OLD

SPORTS PAGE 10

VOLUNTEER

COACHES PAGE 22

HOORAY! FALL SPORTS SIGN-UP IS HERE! SEE PAGE 5

HOW TO REGISTER 1. REGISTER ONLINE www.MtPleasantRec.com/register

NEW USERS: To use our online registration program, you must have previously registered for an activity with the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department. If you are a new member, you will need to stop by one of our facilities to enroll. *Refer to #3, “Walk-in.” If this is your child’s first time participating in a recreation activity, you must provide an original or certified copy of their birth certificate or passport. The Mount Pleasant Recreation Department does not retain a copy of birth certificates. Note: You may enroll as a new member at any point. We recommend that you enroll as a new member and have your login information ready and available prior to any registration period. RETURNING USERS: If you do not remember your username or password, click on “Forgot Password” and follow the directions. Your username and password will be emailed to you in two emails. If you are still unable to reset your password, please call the R.L. Jones Center at (843) 884-2528.. GUIDELINES: We recommend looking through the brochure and choosing your activities prior to logging in. Note the activity number assigned to each activity, as it will be helpful when registering. Mount Pleasant Recreation Department only accepts VISA and MASTERCARD. No discounts are given online. Registration dates are set in advance and subject to change. Refer to our website, information sheets, or call for an update. How to register online: 1. Go to www.MtPleasantRec.com/Register 2. Enter your username and password 3. Select category 4. Click on the cart icon next to the activity 5. “Enroll Now” (the button will appear at the very bottom of the screen) 6. Select a household member to enroll 7. “Add to Cart” 8. Enter your payment information MPRD POLICY: Anyone and everyone, regardless of ability, may register for a program through the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department. All Recreation Department buildings are accessible to all persons. Those needing special assistance should notify the center in advance.

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2. MAIL-IN You can also register by mail by completing the registration form (Program and/or Youth Athletics) available online at www.MtPleasantRec.com. Click on Registration Guidelines on the left-hand sidebar and download the PDF form. The form is a PDF and you will need Acrobat Reader to open it.

3. WALK-IN Register in person at the R. L. Jones Center Monday-Saturday or at the G. M. Darby Building and Park West Programming Building, Monday-Friday.

FAQs CHECK POLICY: A charge of $25 will apply for any returned check. Local address, South Carolina driver’s license # and a date of birth are required on all checks received. SCHOLARSHIP: Scholarship forms and all documents must be turned in to a Recreation facility ten (10) days before open registration. For complete scholarship information, visit our website under REGISTRATION GUIDELINES. CANCELLATION: We reserve the right to cancel any activitiy/ program in which we do not receive the minimum number of participants. RAINOUT INFORMATION: Check field closings and game cancellations due to bad weather: Visit www.rainedout.com and search Mount Pleasant Recreation Department, then sign up for text/email alerts or visit the RainedOut page of our website: www.MtPleasantRec.com. JOIN THE RECREATION EMAIL CLUB: For the best stories from Mount Pleasant Recreation delivered right to your inbox, text MPREC to 22828 to sign up for our newsletter.

REFUND POLICY If an activity or program is canceled by the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department, the patron will receive a 100 percent refund within two weeks of the activity or program being canceled. A processing fee will be charged for each participant’s request for a program refund or transfer, as follows: Activities/programs with a fee of $16 or higher will be charged $10. Activities/programs with a fee from $11 to $15 will be charged $5. Activities/programs with a fee of $10 and under are non-refundable and non-transferable. Refund requests will be considered with at least five business days notice prior to the start of the class. Transfers must be requested at least three business days prior to the start of the class. Requests must be made by an adult 18 years or older. FALL 2018

FROM THE DIRECTOR With Summer in full force, MPRD has been

that this initiative will build a stronger sense

busy making plans to bring you into Fall

of community and can be a real benefit to

with activities and programs for everyone.

parents, players, and coaches by saving them

Thank you for picking up a copy of the 2018

time and helping them avoid traffic.

Fall Edition of IN MOTION. This edition

You may have noticed all the hard hats

provides hundreds of options for recreational

around the Town Hall area and the Carolina

opportunities, from Senior programs to dance

Park Complex. Construction is well underway

and art classes, special events, therapeutic

on two great new facilities for our residents.

recreation, aquatics, or one of our many

The walls of the new Town Hall Gym went up

youth and adult athletic programs.

in June for what is sure to be a popular new

All of the great programs mentioned

facility. The new Town Hall Gym is scheduled

are designed to help keep our community

to be open by January and will feature

InMotion, but lettuce not forget our

basketball courts, volleyball courts, pickleball

vegetables! Be sure to take advantage of the

courts, and wrestling mats. While the new

best Famers Market in the Lowcountry every Tuesday through

concession stand/restroom building and great lawn for Phase

September 25 from 3:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7 pm at the Farmers Market Pavilion

2 of Carolina Park is quickly progressing, MPRD is also working

by Moultrie Middle School. Stroll through the market to find

on the design for Phase 3 of Carolina Park. Design features

freshly picked local fruits, vegetables and stunning flowers.

for Phase 3 include baseball, softball, and multipurpose fields,

While there, enjoy a variety of fresh cooked meals, local seafood,

outdoor basketball and pickleball courts, a playground, a dog

home-made snacks, and baked and canned goods.

park and trail access.

Along with the great program information, please enjoy our featured articles, including one on page 4, about our Neighborhood Sports initiative. MPRD is looking to work with neighborhoods in the Town to provide space for younger children involved in Youth Sports, so they may practice in green

MPRD is here to serve the residents of this great community. I hope you enjoy all we have to offer!

Steve Gergick

Recreation Director, Town of Mount Pleasant

spaces right in their own neighborhoods. We feel strongly

TABLE OF CONTENTS HOW TO REGISTER.........................................................................2 FROM THE DIRECTOR...................................................................3 NEIGHBORHOOD FIELD OF DREAMS Practices Closer to Home...............................................................4 ATHLETICS QUICK REFERENCE.............................................5

FACILITIES MAP..............................................................................16 TENNIS...................................................................................................19 VOLUNTEER COACHES SPOTLIGHT Town Employees Give Back.......................................................22

YOUTH ATHLETICS..........................................................................6

YOUTH PROGRAMS.....................................................................23

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION....................................................9

ADULT PROGRAMS......................................................................29

ROLLING OUT NEW 4-YEAR-OLD SPORTS Expanding Horizons for Young Athletes ..........................10

MOUNT PLEASANT RECREATION STAFF...................30

AQUATICS............................................................................................12

UPCOMING EVENTS...................................................................31

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Neighborhood

of FIELDS Dreams

hat if your kids could bike or walk to soccer practice? What if you could get to the field on your golf cart instead of fighting rush hour traffic?

Alleviating evening traffic woes and making athletic practice more convenient for parents and children is the idea behind turning neighborhood green spaces into sports practice fields. Last year Town Councilman Gary Santos approached the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department with the idea of using neighborhood common areas and green spaces as practice fields for children under 8 years old, explained Jimmy Millar, deputy director of recreation for the Town of Mount Pleasant.

“The concept makes complete sense … It’s just a matter of facilitating it the right way.” – Jimmy Millar,

by Holly Fisher

These neighborhood fields don’t need to be as large as standard fields because they will be used mostly for young athletes under the age of 8. They don’t need a whole field, Millar said, they just need space to run around. Currently the Recreation Department typically groups children together based on their school or neighborhood so they’re practicing as close to their home as possible and with other children they know. But parents know even a short drive down the road can turn into a long drive when it’s peak drive time.

“We want kids to be able to have recreation activities in their neighborhood while also reducing drive times for parents,” Millar said. “Even if it’s 10 cars, it helps.” Anyone interested in having a practice space in their neighborhood can contact Jimmy Millar at 843-884-2528 or jmillar@tompsc.com.

Town of Mount Pleasant Deputy Director of Recreation

Neighborhoods with a potential practice field can get in touch with Millar who will visit the site to ensure it’s a useable and safe space for children. Then it would be up to the neighborhood or homeowners’ association to approve the town’s use of the space. “That’s one of the challenges. It’s important to have the support of the entire neighborhood community, not just a few parents,” Millar said. The town wouldn’t pay for the use of the green space, but it would have a town employee present at practices in case of any problems or injuries — just as they do at town-owned fields.

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FALL 2018

YOUTH ATHLETICS — QUICK REFERENCE Note that our registration dates are set in advance and are subject to change. ACTIVITY NUMBER

ACTIVITY/SPORT

SEASON

REG. DATE

MIN AGE REQ BY DATE

AGE RANGE

FEES RESIDENT/ NON-RESIDENT

CONTACT Ian Evans

113505

Developmental Soccer Program

Fall

6/3 - 6/25/2018

12/31/18

8-17

(8-13) $160/$210 (14-17) $210/$310

103400

Soccer FUNdamental

Fall

7/8 - 7/23/2018

9/1/18

4-7

$60/$110

Garrett Heatherington

113500

Soccer Recreation Program

Fall

7/8 - 7/23/2018

9/1/18

8-17

$60/$110

Ian Evans

113800

Soccer Unified/ Therapeutic/ Special Olympic

Fall

7/8

9/1/18

5- adult

$20

Shelli Davis

12/31/18

7-18

$50/$100

Jay Rhodes

113980

Cross Country MPTC

Fall

7/8 - First 250 Participants

113150

Baseball Instructional

Fall

7/8 - 9 /10/2018

4/30/19

7-12

$50/$100

Ryan Johnson

113125

Baseball Lowcountry

Fall

7/8 - 7/23/2018

4/30/19

8-18

$50/$100

Ryan Johnson

113602

Softball Lowcountry

Fall

7/8 - 7/23/2018

1/1/19

8-16

$50/$100

Scott Koth

113601

Softball Instructional

Fall

7/8 - 9/5/2018

1/1/19

7-12

$50/$100

Scott Koth

103200

Football FUNdamental Flag

Fall

7/8 - 7/23/2018

9/1/18

5-8

$50/$100

Garrett Heatherington

113200

Football Youth Tackle

Fall

7/8 - 7/23/2018

9/1/18

8-11

$50/$100

Jay Rhodes

113200

Football Middle School

Fall

7/8 - 7/23/2018

9/1/18

12-14

$50/$100

Jay Rhodes

11395001,02

Basketball Academy

Fall

7/8- 9/10/2018

9/1/18

9-16

$50/$80

Terri Steed

11395003,04

Basketball Shooting Academy

Fall

7/8 - 9/28/2018

9/1/18

9-16

$50/$80

Terri Steed

$50/$100

Terri Steed

113850

Volleyball Academy

Fall

7/8 - 9/10/2018

by grade

5th - 10th grade

113851

Volleyball LowCountry Girls

Fall

7/8 - 7/23/2018

by grade

6th - 8th grade

$50/$100

Terri Steed

113852

Volleyball LowCountry Boys

Fall

7/8 - 7/23/2018

by grade

6th - 8th grade

$50/$100

Terri Steed

Little Bits 9 am

Fall

9/9 - 9/24/2018

4 by start of program

4 yr olds

$50/$80

Garrett Heatherington

102100-02 213115

Wrestling

Winter

10/7 - 10/22/2018

1/1/19

5-13

$50/$100

Ryan Johnson

203900

Basketball FUNdamental

Winter

10/7 - 10/22/2018

9/1/18

5-8

$50/$100

Garrett Heatherington

213900

Basketball Recreation

Winter

10/7 - 10/22/2018

9/1/18

9-18

$50/$100

Terri Steed

213901

Basketball Lowcountry

Winter

10/7 - 10/22/2018

by grade

6th - 8th grade

$50/$100

Terri Steed

213800

Basketball Unified / Therapeutic/Special Olympics

Winter

10/7

9/1/18

5- adult

$20

Shelli Davis

Winter

12/30/20181/14/2019

4 by start of program

4 yr olds

$50/$80

202100-01

313505

213980

Little Bits 8 am

Developmental Soccer Program

Spring

12/2 - 12/17/2018

12/31/18

8-17

Instructional Track and Field

Spring

12/23/20181/07/2019

12/31/19

5-14

(8-13) $150/$200 returning $160/$210 new (14-17) $210/$310 returning $200/$300 new $50/$100

Garrett Heatherington

Ian Evans

Jay Rhodes

ADULT ATHLETICS — QUICK REFERENCE Do you miss “suiting up” and playing the sport you love? Mount Pleasant Recreation’s adult sports leagues provide a perfect opportunity to get active and be social through friendly competition. Go to www.MtPleasantRec.com for more information on how to start a team. SPORT

ONLINE

Softball

SEASON Fall

FEE DEADLINE 7/31/18

GROUPS Men's Open, Coed, & Men's Thursday

TEAM FEE CONTACT $525

Scott Koth

ONLINE

Flag Football

Fall

8/2/18

Open

$550

Jay Rhodes

ONLINE

Soccer

Fall

8/15/18

Coed

$725

Ian Evans

ONLINE

Baseball

Fall

8/10/18

Men's League

$1200

Ryan Johnson

ONLINE

Basketball

Winter

10/25/18

Men's Open Men's 40 & Over

$525

Terri Steed

All Adult Sports registration is at the R.L. Jones Center. The Town of Mount Pleasant Alcohol/Drug Policy: Our fields are family-friendy. Alcohol and tobacco products are prohibited.

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QUICK REFERENCE

PACKET PICK-UP

YOUTH ATHLETICS FUNdamentals In Fundamental Sports special requests for a particular team or coach are not considered. The Mount Pleasant Recreation Department will place participants on teams based on their side of town and school. However, there are no guarantees. Team assignments are made after registration ends. NO AGE WAIVERS WILL BE CONSIDERED.

FLAG FOOTBALL

SOCCER

AGES

5-8

AGES

4-7

• 4 and 5 - year old participants play separately. 6 -7- year old play together.

• Games played on Tuesday, Thursday, and/or Saturday. • 10 games scheduled but only 8 guaranteed. First 2 rainouts are not rescheduled. • Football Jamboree to be announced at registration.

• Practices/games begin in late August and end in October. 10 games scheduled but only 8 are guaranteed. First 2 rainouts are not rescheduled. • Games played on Monday, Wednesday and /or Friday at Cheryll Woods-Flowers or Park West Complex.

ACTIVITY #103200

• Shin guards required. ACTIVITY #103400

LITTLE BITS

BASKETBALL

AGE

• Designed for 4-year old children and their parents. Child MUST be 4 by start of class. Program limited to 12 participants.

• Practices begin mid-November. All practices/games scheduled on Friday and/or Saturday with occasional week night.

• Games, activities and exercise focus on development of basic movement such as running, balancing, catching, throwing and agility.

• No practices/games holiday weekend of Dec. 23rd.

• Parents required to stay for duration of each class during the 4-week program and encouraged to participate. Sessions held Saturday at the R.L. Jones Center. • Program starts in October.

ACTIVITY CODES 203900 5-6 COED North 203902 7-8 Boys North

AGES

8-17

U9 - U13 play Coastal League. U14 - U18 play Open League. Boys and girls play separate. Team Managers will contact participants concerning uniform purchase. Evaluations are MANDATORY and dates are announced during registration.

5-8

• Games begin January 2018.

203901 5-6 COED South 203903 7-8 Boys South

203904 7-8 Girls

ACTIVITY #102100-02

DEVELOPMENTAL SOCCER (TRAVEL)

AGES

RECREATION SOCCER

AGES

8-17

U10 Boys/Girls separate (8-9 yr. olds) U12 Boys/Girls separate (10-11yr. olds) U15 Coed (12-14 yr. olds) U18 Coed (15-17 yr. olds) U10 play 6v6 format, U12 and U15 play 8v8 format and U18 play 7v7format.

Y O U T H AT H L E T I C S

Practices begin in July/August. Games begin in August/September. Games played on Saturday and/or Sunday throughout the Lowcountry to include but not limited to Mt. Pleasant, James Island, Summerville, Charleston, Walterboro and Goose Creek.

Maximum of 2 games per week, Monday through Saturday. Practice and game can be played at any MPRD facility. MANDATORY evaluation and a league draft will determine teams. Coaches will call with practice dates, times and locations. Season begins in September and ends in late November. There is All-Star program in the Fall.

ACTIVITY # 113505 ACTIVITY# 113300-19*

ACTIVITY# 113500 ACTIVITY #113300-19*

*SCYSA mandatory annual fee ($10)

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CROSS COUNTRY TRACK

AGES

7-18

For beginner and advanced runners. Season involves practice and several meets. Meets held at various sites throughout the State. Additional fee payable to Mount Pleasant Track Club (MPTC) is due at first practice of the season. High School Track team members may not participate until high school season is complete. Practice begins in mid-September. Limit 250 participants. ACTIVITY #113980

FALL 2018

INSTRUCTIONAL BASEBALL

AGES

7-12

MPRD partners with Pro-Performance Staff and Athletes for our Instructional Program. Season begins September 10 and concludes October 17. League meets every Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-7 pm at Park West #1 baseball field. You will not receive a call from a coach. ACTIVITY #113150

YOUTH TACKLE & MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL

AGES

8-14

Players in JV and Varsity assigned to teams according to school. Homeschool and nonresidents are assigned to a team. Practice begins early August and games begin early September. Practice dates and times depend on coaches’ request. Football Jamboree to be announced during registration. Players must provide helmet, shoulder pads, pants with pads, cleats and mouth guard. GROUP

AGE

Small Fry

8-9

Mite

10 – 11

JV*

12 – 13

Varsity*

12 – 14

ACTIVITY CODE

113200

VOLLEYBALL ACADEMY

GRADES

5-10

Purpose is to provide players the opportunity to learn and improve volleyball skills. If numbers permit, participants are placed according to schools and grades. Sessions begin in September on Monday and Wednesday at the Park West Gym. Dates announced during registration. GRADE

TIME

Girls 5

5 – 6 pm

Girls 6 & 7

6 – 7 pm

Girls 8 – 10

7 – 8 pm

Boys 5 – 10

7 – 8 pm

ACTIVITY CODE

113850

NO KNEE PADS - NO PLAY! NO AGE OR GRADE WAIVERS ALLOWED.

*MUST BE IN MIDDLE SCHOOL. NO WAIVERS ALLOWED.

8-18

Practice begins late August. Games begin mid-September. If your child does not make a Lowcountry League team, they are automatically placed in Instructional Baseball. Should you choose not to participate in Instructional Baseball, a full refund is available per request. All coaches are volunteers. Coaches are needed! ACTIVITY # 113125

INSTRUCTIONAL SOFTBALL

AGES

9-16

Debbie Antonelli with over 17 years of basketball experience, instructs the Academy for aspiring players 8 years old and up. Objectives are to teach, train and focus on the fundamentals of basketball while encouraging self-confidence. Four (4) Sessions held in September or October. Dates announced at registration. Sessions will be at the R.L. Jones Center. ACTIVITY # 113950 -01 GIRLS ACTIVITY # 113950-02 BOYS

7-12

MPRD partners with Oceanside Academy Staff and Athletes for our Instructional league. Season begins September 5 and concludes October 15. League meets every Monday and Wednesday from 5:45pm - 7:00pm at the Seignious Softball fields located behind the Jones Center on Egypt Road. You will not receive a call from a coach.

LOWCOUNTRY SOFTBALL

AGES

Practice begins mid-August. Games begin mid-September. Participants are notified if evaluations required. All coaches are volunteers. Coaches needed. ACTIVITY#113602

NEW - BOYS DIVISION

Roster size maximum 13 players. MPRD staff and assigned coaches evaluate players. If player does not make a Lowcountry Volleyball team, they are automatically placed in the Volleyball Academy. Should you choose not to participate in the Volleyball Academy, a full refund is available upon request. Games played in Mount Pleasant and area recreation departments such as but not limited to James Island, St. Andrews, Hanahan and North Charleston. Participants must provide shoes, shorts and kneepads. Shorts with zippers and pockets are not allowed. Games begin in September.

WRESTLING

BASKETBALL SHOOTING ACADEMY 7-16

6-8

ACTIVITY #113851 GIRLS ACTIVITY #113852 BOYS

AGES

ACTIVITY #113601

GRADES

AGES

9-16

Debbie Antonelli with over 17 years of basketball experience, instructs the Academy for aspiring players 9 years old and up. Objectives are extensive fundamental instruction. Four (4) sessions held in September or October. Dates announced at registration. Sessions held at the R.L. Jones Center.

AGES

5-13

MPRD partners with Wando High School Wrestling Staff. Participants learn fundamentals of wrestling through weekly practice. Participants purchase appropriate uniform supplies, including headgear, kneepads and mouthpiece. Sessions at Wando High School two nights per week. Times and dates announced at parent meeting. Parents will receive an email concerning the date and time of the meeting. ACTIVITY # 213115

ACTIVITY # 113950-03 GIRLS ACTIVITY # 113950-04 BOYS

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Y O U T H AT H L E T I C S

LOWCOUNTRY BASEBALL

AGES

BASKETBALL ACADEMY

LOWCOUNTRY VOLLEYBALL

MOUNT PLEASANT WINTER SPEED & CONDITIONING

AGES

9-18

Off-season program for athletes in all sports. Training to improve speed, agility and coordination through different workouts. There are 10 sessions at the Wando South baseball field on Monday and Thursday from 6 pm to 7:15 p. m. Dates announced at registration. ACTIVITY #213150-01

RECREATION BASKETBALL

AGES

9-18

Evaluation date announced during registration. Practices begin December 2018 with games beginning in January 2019. Games will be played weekdays with an occasional Saturday. RECREATION LEAGUE STARTING AT 9 YEARS OLD GRADES 4-12 ACTIVITY #213900

AGES

5-14

The Citadel Track team, athletes and coaches will be coordinating and instructing this program. Meets at Park West Track January and February, dates to be announced during registration. Sessions are held 6 pm – 7:30pm. Running and field events included but not limited to 50m-100m, hurdles, relays, long jump, high jump, discus, shot put, mini javelin, and javelin. ACTIVITY # 213980

N O V. 10

LOWCOUNTRY LEAGUE GRADES: 6-8 ACTIVITY #213901

BEGINNER/ INSTRUCTIONAL TRACK

5K THE OLD VILLAGE

SATURDAY • NOV • 10

MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND THE OLD VILLAGE 5K! Take in the stunning architecture and beautiful waterfront views of Mount Pleasant’s oldest neighborhood as you race in the only 5K road race located in the Historic Old Village. REGISTRATION: September 24 - November 9, 2018. Early registration with a t-shirt is $25. Day of registration is $30 with a t-shirt (if available).

SU Y OM UT MHE RA TCHALME PT SI C S

All ages, pets welcome!

Contact Matt Blakeney at 843.884.2528 or email mblakeney@tompsc.com for more information!

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FALL 2018

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION (SPECIAL OLYMPICS)

Therapeutic Recreation/Unified Sports was developed to provide year-round sports and programs for youth and adults with and without disabilities. Through these activities, athletes of all abilities learn skills, improve self-esteem, and build new friendships, while increasing inclusion in our community. MPRD offers year-round sports and programs, including basketball, swimming, golf, kickball, softball, soccer and many social activities. Athletes have the possibility to compete locally as well as internationally through Special Olympics.

AGES

18+

This program is for adults with disabilities to learn life skills! Email Shelli or Ashton beyondbasiclifeskills@gmail.com for more details! Jones Center Tuesdays 9-5 pm One day per week $180

ALL AGES

It’s time to get your athlete on the field and try a new sport! We will start with the basics for those new to the sport. We will partner with local colleges and accommodate all skill levels. This is an instructional season.

September 8 – October #113800-01 Volunteers needed!

Get your dance shoes on and come try out some new moves! This is for dancers with or without disabilities. No experience needed, just come ready to have fun with Team Swagger! Jones Center Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 All Ages/All Abilities $30

*Must have 10 registered dancers

Volunteers needed!

Cheryll Woods Flowers Saturdays, 9-10am All Ages/All Abilities $20

ALL AGES

Sept 8 – Oct 13 #116800-06 Oct 27 – Dec 8 #116800-10

September 11 - October 16 #116800-08 October 30 - December 11 #116800-09

UNIFIED SOCCER

UNIFIED HIP HOP

UNIFIED GOLF

AGES

10+

This program accommodates all skill levels. Participants new to the sport will learn the basics of driving, chipping, and putting. As skill levels increase, participants will work their way onto the golf course. Let your athlete find out why so many people cherish this life-long sport! Patriots Point Links Tuesdays, 4:30-6pm Ages 10+/All Abilities $15 September 4 – October #116800-05 Volunteers Needed!

Volunteers are needed for Therapeutic sports! Contact Shelli Davis at 843-856-2162 or sdavis@tompsc.com for more information.

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THERAPEUTIC

BEYOND BASICS

Rolling out

NEWSports 4-Year Olds

by Holly Fisher ver the last five years, Mount Pleasant parents have been asking for athletic programs for their 4-yearold children. This fall, they’ll see the first offerings in fundamental sports for preschoolers.

Coming first in the fall is a 4-year-old soccer program, and then T-ball will be available starting spring 2019. Garrett Heatherington, athletic coordinator/fundamentals for the Town of Mount Pleasant Recreation Department, said the department has long had camps and swimming lessons available to 4-year-olds, but no organized sports options. To accommodate the new offerings, T-ball will be offered for ages 4 and 5, while children ages 6 and 7 will join the coach pitch team. The 8-year-old players will move into an older kid pitch league. This fall, little players will be able to don a jersey and learn the basics of soccer – one of the sports in high demand among parents of 4-year-olds, Heatherington said. Jimmy Millar, deputy director of recreation, said soccer and T-ball are the easiest ones to offer first. Young children don’t have to learn all the ins and outs of soccer and baseball. It’s more about the exercise and camaraderie, Millar said.

For soccer, the fields are smaller and practice times are shorter to accommodate short attention spans. Even if the kids just learn to run and kick the ball, they’ve developed a skill for when they join the 5-year-old program, Millar said.

“A lot of rec departments around the country do this,” Millar said. “For those sports where we can do it, I think the kids will get a lot out of it.”

“It’s good we have these programs so kids can get out and stay active. The earlier we start, the better.” – Garrett Heatherington, Town of Mount Pleasant Athletic Coordinator

While meeting parents’ requests for 4-year-old fundamental sports, Heatherington said it’s also beneficial to introduce children to physical activity at an early age. “Offering all these different sports programs for kids is a great thing,” he said. “Kids are always on their phones, watching TV and constantly inside. It’s good we have these programs, so kids can get out and stay active. The earlier we start, the better.”

“In T-ball, they just hit the ball and run,” he said. “Some run to third base instead of first, but it’s just about having fun.”

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FALL 2018

AQUATICS

The Mount Pleasant Recreation Aquatics Program provides a safe and inviting environment that is accessible to the community. All programs are designed to accommodate novice, intermediate, and advanced swimmers, as well as individuals with varying levels of ability, knowledge, and expertise.

FACILITY INFORMATION R. L. JONES CENTER POOL* 391 Egypt Road | Phone: 843-884-2528 Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday

7 am - 8:15 pm 7 am - 6:30 pm 9 am - 5 pm

*No pool entry 30 minutes prior to closing

PARK WEST POOL* 1251 Park West Blvd. | Phone: 843-856-2536 Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday

YEARLY MEMBERSHIP FEES

7 am - 8:15 pm 7 am - 6:30 pm 8 am - 5 pm

*No pool entry 30 minutes prior to closing. Facility closes 15 minutes after pool hours.

Individual resident......................................... $25 + $2 each visit

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Family..........................................$70 + $2 per person each visit

Refunds: A $10 processing fee will be charged for each approved refund request. Refund requests must be received up to five business days before the start date of the activity. Requests must be made by an adult 18 years or older.

Senior............................................................ $25 + $1 each visit Individual & Family non-resident..... $175 + $2 per person each visit

LAP & RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

Transfers: A $10 processing fee will be charged for all transfers. Transfer requests must be received up to three business days before the activity start date. No transfer requests will be honored after this time. Requests must be made by an adult 18 years or older.

Check out the weekly pool schedule for daily lap and recreational swim times by visiting www.MtPleasantRec.com.

AQUATICS PROGRAMS GUPPIES

AGES

4-6

Guppies is a monthly noncompetitive developmental swim program that provides the opportunity to learn basic swimming skills and build strength. Beginner swimmers will be introduced to the components of all four competitive swimming stokes. Swimmers looking to participate must be able to swim 25 Freestyle. R.L. Jones Pool DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/5– 12/12

M/W

4:15 – 4:45 pm

(1-2) 12313 (01-03)

Park West Pool

A Q U AT I C S

DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/4– 12/13

T/TH

3:15 – 3:45 pm

(1-2) 12314 (01-03)

MINNOWS

AGES

7-12

Minnows is a monthly non-competitive developmental swim program that provides the opportunity for swimmers to improve their stroke technique and endurance in all four competitive swimming strokes. These intermediate swimmers will be improving rotary breathing, diving, and stroke technique. Swimmers wishing to participate must complete a swim test at the beginning of the program and be able to swim 25 yards freestyle and 25 yards backstroke. R.L. Jones Pool DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/5–12/14 M/W/F* 3:30 – 4:15 pm (1-2) 12300 (01-03) *Friday practices held at Park West Pool.

DAYS

TIMES

ACTIVITY CODE

$45 resident / $60 non-resident monthly

9/4 – 12/14 T/TH/F 3:45 – 4:30 pm (1-2) 12302 (01-03)

Min. 10 – Max. 40

9/5 – 12/14 M/W/F 3:45 – 4:30 pm (1-2) 12303 (01-03)

Guppies, Minnows & Sharks fees will be prorated Dec. 1 - 14, 2018. No practices 11/21-11/23. Registration is first come, first served, PER MONTH. No make-up sessions are offered for these programs.

AGES

13-18

Sharks is a monthly non-competitive pre-team stroke clinic that focuses on general fitness and stroke technique for swimmers who may compete in other summer leagues, high school, or year-round swimming programs. These intermediate to advanced swimmers will be refining all four competitive strokes and will work on starts, turns, and building yardage. Swimmers wishing to participate must be able to proficiently swim 25 yards of four competitive strokes. R.L. Jones Pool DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/4–12/13 M-TH 6:30 – 7:30 pm (1-2) 12304 (01-03)

$45 resident / $60 non-resident monthly

Park West Pool DATES

SHARKS

(prorated fee to swim from Dec. 1-13, 2018)

Min. 10 – Max. 40 See prorated information under Guppies listing. Registration is first come, first served, PER MONTH.

$50 resident / $80 non-resident monthly

Min. 10 – Max. 65* See prorated information under Guppies listing. * M/W/F Session at Park West Max. 40. No practices 11/21, 11/22, 11/23

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FALL 2018

SWIM CLINICS

ALL AGES

These swim clinics are designed for swimmers who already have a strong foundation of competitive swimming and are seeking additional advanced swimming technique. Park West Pool from 8 - 9 am DATE

CLINIC

DAY ACTIVITY CODE

9/15

Freestyle & Backstroke

112312-01

10/13

Butterfly

112312-02

11/10

Breaststroke

112312-03

12/8

Starts & Turns

212312-01

$10 resident / $25 non-resident

SPECIAL EVENTS

Min. 5 – Max. 10

PALMETTO MASTERS

AGES

18+

Open to all adult swimmers interested in fitness and/or competitive swimming. Workouts are tailored to individual fitness and competition goals. Competitions are made available through the United States Masters Swimming organization. Emphasis is placed on stroke technique and enjoyment of the sport. R.L. Jones Pool DATES

DAYS

9/4 – 12/28

M-F

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

5:30 – 7 am (1-2) 22401 (01-03)

Park West Pool DATES

DAYS

9/4 – 12/28

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

6:30 – 8 am (1-2) 22401 (01-03)

FAMILY FUN NIGHT

ALL AGES

Bring your friends and family for a night of swimming fun and relaxation. Families are invited to unwind in the pool after a hectic week of school and work. Feel free to bring your own floats and water toys. R.L. Jones Pool DATES

DAY

TIME

10/26 & 12/14

6:30 – 8 pm

POOL PARTY RENTALS Host a party at either the R.L. Jones or Park West Pool. Rentals are offered in two-hour increments during the hours of 1 – 4 pm on Saturdays at both locations. Based on availability. Renters will be required to fill out a facility and pool rental contract request form in person prior to booking the party and must pay a deposit prior to the party date. Please visit the front desk at one of our aquatic facilities to book your party.

Park West Pool DATES

DAY

TIME

9/7 & 11/16

6:30 – 8 pm

Free Event

$50 resident / $80 non-resident monthly Each swimmer is required to pay a USMS annual registration fee of $30.

SAFE SITTER

AGES

11-14

Safe Sitter is a babysitting class and safety training course devoted to preparing young adolescents ages 11-14 for the responsibility of nurturing and protecting children. Students will learn about babysitting as a business and how to become a successful babysitter. Students will experience introductory instruction in CPR, First Aid, child care essentials, safety for the sitter, injury management, preventing problem behavior, and choking prevention. Materials will be supplied. Students should bring their own lunch, snack, and drink.

DAY

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/8

9:30 am – 4:30 pm

112150-01

10/13

9:30 am – 4:30 pm

112150-02

11/10

9:30 am – 4:30 pm

112150-03

12/8

9:30 am – 4:30 pm

212150-01

A Q U AT I C S

R.L. Jones Center DATES

$85 resident / $115 non-resident monthly

Min. 5 – Max. 10 MtPleasantRec.com

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AQUATIC EXERCISE CLASSES ALL AGES

$50 resident/$80 non-resident for a 10-visit pass to be used over 6 months. Patrons can try out their first water aerobics class for FREE!

R.L JONES POOL

PARK WEST POOL

ADVANCED WATER FITNESS

POWER AQUATICS

S’WET

Come experience a total body workout in this advanced deep water class that includes cardio, core, and muscle strengthening exercises. Plus, you’ll get great stretching activities too.

This high intensity water workout is sure to burn calories while helping you tone your body and create muscle definition. Just hit the pool for this ultimate arms and leg workout where you will use noodles to stay in shape.

T/TH 9 – 10 am Judy Hammett

M/W/F 10 – 11 am Amy Parker

Don’t sweat at a crowded gym, take our S’WET class instead. You’ll sculpt your body with this invigorating and refreshing water workout. It blends cardio-conditioning and body-toning, while easing you into exercises using your own body weight in the water.

AQUATIC CIRCUIT TRAINING— AQUATIC PERSONAL TRAINING SHALLOW WATER This circuit class utilizes hand bells & noodles. There is a short warm-up & cool down. Improve your strength, range of motion, and balance. Beginners are welcome. Tu/Th/Sa 11 am – 12 pm Amy Parker & Karen Bartlett

CALORIE BURNERS This medium level intensity workout can be done in shallow and deep water. The class focuses on cardio exercises to help you burn calories, build muscles, and strengthen your core muscles.

Shallow H2O power is an accommodating low impact class filled with gentle stretching moves and challenging flexing exercises in the shallow water designated to improve flexibility, increase range of motion, and decrease any pain and stiffness that you might be feeling. It’s a fun environment where you’re sure to make new friends too!

Please call 843-884-2528 ext. 114 to schedule personal training and rehabilitation sessions.

Tu/W 9 – 10 am Susan Jessen

Amy Parker

DEEP H20 POWER

$25 for each 30-minute session $50 for each 60-minute session

Amy Parker & Karen Bartlett

WATER AEROBICS

M/W/F 9 – 10 am Susan Hillyer

SHALLOW H20 POWER

Whether you are a beginner or a serious athlete, this personalized training can help you achieve your goals. You will get a balanced and enjoyable workout created just for you. Aquatic equipment may be used. This option is excellent for anyone who wants cross training or fitness goal planning assistance.

Tu/Th/S 10 – 11 am

Achieve a well-balanced water workout with low impact water exercises. Participants will perform shallow water routines to increase cardiovascular endurance, as well as deep water routines to strengthen muscles and improve your overall coordination.

M/TH 9 – 10 am Janet Brown

Deep H20 Power is the perfect class to discover how much you can push yourself. Instead of being confined to land-based exercises, try this class out and you’ll discover new ways of moving your body. It’s a combination of medium impact cardio and extending exercises that can build muscle, improve balance, and burn calories. This deep water workout can help reduce stress on your joints and muscles too. M/Tu/W 10 – 11 am Susan Jessen

AQUATIC REHABILITATION

A Q U AT I C S

This aquatic option is for anyone seeking gentle, progressive water exercises to ease their pain and help them return to regular daily physical activities. Aquatic rehabilitation is also good for anyone who is unable to participate in typical land-based exercise classes due to a recent surgery, an acute orthopedic or neuromuscular injury, a rheumatic disease, or a neurological impairment. Please call 843-884-2528 ext. 114 to schedule personal training and rehabilitation sessions. Amy Parker

$25 for each 30-minute session $50 for each 60-minute session

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FALL 2018

SWIM LESSONS PARK WEST POOL DATES/DAYS

Sept. 1 – 22 SAT

ACTIVITY

R.L. JONES CENTER

TIME

COST

ACTIVITY CODE

TIME

COST

ACTIVITY CODE

Parent-tot

8:30 – 9:00 am

$35/$50

112216-01

Pre-school

3:00 – 3:30 pm

$35/$50

112200-01

Pre-school

9:45 – 10:30 am

$35/$50

112210-02

Learn to Swim 1 (5+yrs)

3:30 – 4:00 pm

$40/$55

112201-01

Sept. 4 – 20

Learn to Swim 2 (5+yrs)

3:00 – 3:30 pm

$40/$55

112202-01

Learn to Swim 3 (5+yrs)

3:30 – 4:00 pm

$40/$55

112203-01

TU/TH

Learn to Swim 4/5 (5+yrs)

4:00 – 4:45 pm

$50/$80

112204-01

Adult

5:00 – 6:00 pm

$50/$80

112207-01

Learn to Swim 1 (5+yrs)

9:00 – 9:45 am

$40/$55

112211-02

Learn to Swim 2 (5+yrs)

9:45 – 10:30 am

$40/$55

112212-02

Learn to Swim 3 (5+yrs)

9:00 – 9:45 am

$40/$55

112213-02

Learn to Swim 4/5 (5+yrs)

10:30 – 11:15 am

$50/$80

112214-02

Adult Learn to Swim

10:30 – 11:15 am

$50/$80

112217-02

DATES/DAYS

Makeup dates if MPRD must cancel a class are 9/25 and 9/26.

Makeup date if MPRD must cancel a class is 10/6.

Sept. 10 – 26 M/W

Pre-school

3:00 – 3:30 pm

$35/$50

112210-01

Learn to Swim 1 (5+yrs)

3:30 – 4:00 pm

$40/$55

112211-01

Learn to Swim 2 (5+yrs)

4:00 – 4:30 pm

$40/$55

112212-01

Learn to Swim 3 (5+yrs)

4:30 – 5:00 pm

$40/$55

112213-01

Learn to Swim 4/5 (5+yrs)

5:00 – 5:45 pm

$50/$80

112214-01

ACTIVITY

Sept. 8 – 29 SAT

Makeup dates if MPRD must cancel a class are 10/1 and 10/3.

Parent-tot

9:00 – 9:30 am

$35/$50

112206-01

Pre-school

9:30 – 10:15 am

$35/$50

112200-02

Learn to Swim 1 (5+yrs)

10:15 – 11:00 am

$40/$55

112201-02

Learn to Swim 2 (5+yrs)

11:00 – 11:45 am

$40/$55

112202-02

Learn to Swim 3 (5+yrs)

10:15 – 11:00 am

$40/$55

112203-02

Learn to Swim 4/5 (5+yrs)

9:00 – 10:00 am

$50/$80

112204-02

Adult Learn to Swim

10:15 – 11:00 am

$50/$80

112207-02

Makeup date if MPRD must cancel a class is 10/6.

Oct. 8 – 24 M/W

Pre-school

3:00 – 3:30 pm

$35/$50

112210-03

Pre-school

3:00 – 3:30 pm

$35/$50

112200-03

Learn to Swim 1 (5+yrs)

3:30 – 4:00 pm

$40/$55

112211-03

Learn to Swim 1 (5+yrs)

3:30 – 4:00 pm

$40/$55

112201-03

Learn to Swim 2 (5+yrs)

4:00 – 4:30 pm

$40/$55

112212-03

3:00 – 3:30 pm

$40/$55

112202-03

Learn to Swim 3 (5+yrs)

4:30 – 5:00 pm

$40/$55

112213-03

Oct. 2 – 18

Learn to Swim 2 (5+yrs) Learn to Swim 3 (5+yrs)

3:30 – 4:00 pm

$40/$55

112203-03

Learn to Swim 4/5 (5+yrs)

5:00 – 5:45 pm

$50/$80

112214-03

T/TH

Learn to Swim 4/5 (5+yrs)

4:00 – 4:45 pm

$50/$80

112204-03

Adult

5:00 – 6:00 pm

$50/$80

112207-03

Makeup dates if MPRD must cancel a class are 10/29 and 10/31.

Makeup dates if MPRD must cancel a class are 10/23 and 10/25.

Nov. 3 – Dec. 1 SAT

Parent-tot

8:30 – 9:00 am

$35/$50

112216-02

Pre-school

9:45 – 10:30 am

$35/$50

112210-04

Learn to Swim 1 (5+yrs)

9:00 – 9:45 am

$40/$55

112211-04

Learn to Swim 2 (5+yrs)

9:45 – 10:30 am

$40/$55

112212-04

Learn to Swim 3 (5+yrs)

9:00 – 9:45 am

$40/$55

112213-04

Learn to Swim 4/5 (5+yrs) Adult Learn to Swim

10:30 – 11:15 am 10:30 – 11:15 am

$50/$80 $50/$80

112214-04

Oct. 13 – Nov. 3 SAT

112217-04

Makeup date if MPRD must cancel a class is 12/8. No class 11/24.

Parent-tot

9:00 – 9:30 am

$35/$50

Pre-school

9:30 – 10:15 am

$35/$50

112206-02 112200-04

Learn to Swim 1 (5+yrs)

10:15 – 11:00 am

$40/$55

112201-04

Learn to Swim 2 (5+yrs)

11:00 – 11:45 am

$40/$55

112202-04

Learn to Swim 3 (5+yrs)

10:15 – 11:00 am

$40/$55

112203-04

Learn to Swim 4/5 (5+yrs)

9:00 – 10:00 am

$50/$80

112204-04

Adult Learn to Swim

10:15 – 11:00 am

$50/$80

112207-04

Makeup date if MPRD must cancel a class is 11/10.

Nov. 5 – 28 M/W

Pre-school

3:00-3:30

$35/$50

112210-05

Pre-school

3:00 – 3:30 pm

$35/$50

112200-05

Learn to Swim 1 (5+yrs)

3:30-4:00

$40/$55

112211-05

Learn to Swim 1 (5+yrs)

3:30 – 4:00 pm

$40/$55

112201-05

Learn to Swim 2 (5+yrs)

4:00-4:30

$40/$55

112212-05

Learn to Swim 2 (5+yrs)

3:00 – 3:30 pm

$40/$55

112202-05

Learn to Swim 3 (5+yrs)

4:30-5:00

$40/$55

112213-05

Learn to Swim 3 (5+yrs)

3:30 – 4:00 pm

$40/$55

112203-05

Learn to Swim 4/5 (5+yrs)

5:00-5:45

$50/$80

112214-05

Learn to Swim 4/5 (5+yrs)

4:00 – 4:45 pm

$50/$80

112204-05

Adult

5:00 – 6:00 pm

$50/$80

112207-05

Makeup dates if MPRD must cancel a class are 12/3 and 12/5. No class 11/19 & 11/21.

Nov. 6 – 29 T/TH

Makeup dates if MPRD must cancel a class are 12/4 and 12/6. No class 11/20 & 11/22

Level 1: 5+ years • Non-swimmer Level 2: 5+ years • Beginning Swimmer

Parent-tot

Level 3: 5+ years • Swimmers begin to learn to freestyle, backstroke, rhythmic breathing and diving.

Pre-school

9:30 – 10:15 am

$35/$50

112200-06

Learn to Swim 1 (5+yrs)

10:15 – 11:00 am

$40/$55

112201-06

Learn to Swim 2 (5+yrs)

11:00 – 11:45 am

$40/$55

112202-06

Learn to Swim 3 (5+yrs)

10:15 – 11:00 am

$40/$55

112203-06

Learn to Swim 4/5 (5+yrs)

9:00 – 10:00 am

$50/$80

112204-06

Adult Learn to Swim

10:15 – 11:00 am

$50/$80

112207-06

Level 4: 5+ years • Swimmers will begin breastroke, survival swimming and refine diving.

Nov. 17 – Dec. 15

Level 5: 5+ years • Preparation for swim team. This class is designed for those who wish to participate on a year round or summer swim team and/or become a fitness swimmer.

SAT

Children must pass the level they are enrolled in, in order to move on to the next.

MtPleasantRec.com

9:00 – 9:30 am

$35/$50

112206-03

Makeup date if MPRD must cancel a class will be decided by instructor. No class 11/24

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(PATRIOTS POINT) SOCCER COMPLEX

85 Patriots Point Blvd. 5 lighted soccer fields & playground

K. R.L. JONES CENTER/

JIMMY SEIGNIOUS FIELDS

B. TOWN HALL COMPLEX

391 Egypt Road 843-884-2528 25 yard Indoor heated pool/locker rooms; gym, activity rooms, supervised skate park, lighted batting tunnels, playground, softball & athletic fields Hours: Mon-Thur 7 am-8:30 pm Fri 7 am-6:30 pm Sat 9 am-5 pm Sunday Closed

100 Ann Edwards Lane Outdoor track, football field

C. REMLEY’S POINT

COMMUNITY CENTER

363 6th Ave. (off Mathis Ferry Road) 843-849-2059 Activity building, playground & outdoor lighted basketball court Hours: Mon-Fri 3 pm-6 pm (Summer 11 am-4 pm) Sat 11 a. m.-5 pm (Summer 12 noon-4 pm)

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1536 Mathis Ferry Road (at Whipple Road) Lighted baseball, plus 2 batting tunnels

889 Whipple Road 843-856-2162 12 hard courts, 3 clay courts lighted, playground & baseball/multi-purpose field. Hours: Mon-Thur 9 am-9 pm Fri 9 am-5 pm Sat 8 am-12 noon Sun Noon-5 pm

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840 Von Kolnitz Road (off Mathis Ferry Road) 843-856-2166 Fitness room, exercise classrooms, yoga room, card room, library, serenity garden, member lounge & café, fitness classes, social and educational programs for seniors Hours: Mon-Thur 6 am-7 pm Fri 6 am-6 pm Sat 6 am-1 pm Sunday Closed

1455 Wakendaw Road

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707 York St. (off Mathis Ferry Road) 843-856-2172 Activity building, playground & outdoor lighted basketball court Hours: Mon-Fri 3 pm-6 pm (Summer 11 am-4 pm) Sat 11 am-5 pm (Summer 12 noon-4 pm)

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843-856-2536 Hours: Mon-Thur 7 am- 8:15 pm Fri 7 am-6:30 pm Sat 8 am-5 pm Sunday Closed

W. CAROLINA PARK SPORTS FIELDS 1620 Recreation Way (Off Faison Road) 4 lighted multi-purpose fields

X. WANDO HIGH SCHOOL 1000 Warrior Way

Y. LAING MIDDLE SCHOOL GYM

P. ALHAMBRA HALL & PARK

131 Middle St. 843-849-2053 Reception hall, meeting room, open green space, playground, & horseshoe pit Rentals: 843-849-2022

2705 Bulrush Basket Lane

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350 Thomas Cario Blvd. Lighted multi-purpose fields/gym

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T. JOE GAWRYCH BASEBALL COMPLEX-SLOAN PARK

1559 Rifle Range Road (next to Mount Pleasant Waterworks) 3 lighted baseball fields, 2 batting tunnels & playgrounds

U. PARK WEST RECREATION COMPLEX

1251 Park West Blvd. (Off Highway 17 North) 2 lighted tennis courts, activity building, indoor pool, baseball, softball, soccer, football fields, 3 batting tunnels, multi-purpose field, 2 court gym, outdoor track, lake pavilion, outdoor volleyball court, walking trails

AA. FUTURE RIFLE RANGE ROAD PARK

AB. MATHIS FERRY ROAD PARK 96-foot walking trail and pond

AC. MEMORIAL WATERFRONT PARK 99 Harry M. Hallman Jr. Blvd. Fishing pier, visitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s center, Sweetgrass Pavilion, playground, grand event lawn

AD. SHEM CREEK PARK

Shrimp Boat Lane 3100-foot boardwalk along Shem Creek with pier heads and interpretative trail

AE. PATRIOTS POINT NATURE TRAIL

Patriots Point Blvd. 1 mile nature trail with observation deck

AF. HAMLIN INTERPRETIVE TRAIL Old Marsh Pkwy. 2,544 feet boardwalk/nature trail

AG. FORT PALMETTO PARK

Oyster Point off Rifle Range Road Nature trails, historical site, observation deck

AH. WHIPPLE ROAD TRAIL 2,899-foot asphalt trail

AI. PHILLIP SIMMONS COMMUNITY DOCK

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VOLUNTEER TODAY!

With your support, we can make the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department the best it can be!

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For more information, please contact Allison Lane at alane@tompsc.com.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6 ALHAMBRA HALL

Coach a team!

Hang with kids at our community centers! Help out at the Senior Center!

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FALL 2018

TENNIS PRIVATE TENNIS LESSON RATES • Private tennis lessons are available with Head Tennis Professional Clay Maynor or with Assistant Tennis Pros Or Dekel, Jim Purdom, Tim Kealy, and Dave Gleason. • Lessons can be purchased individually or in a package.

LESSON TYPE

30 minutes

MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS MEMBERSHIP TYPE

RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT FEE FEE

Adult annual membership (ages 18-54)

$135

$306

Senior annual membership (55+)

$95

$251

$250

$476

$50*

$90*

Family annual membership (all family members)

USTA League seasonal membership

45 minutes 60 minutes 45 minutes / 2 players 60 minutes / 2 players Package of (4) - 30 minutes Package of (4) - 45 minutes Package of (4) - 60 minutes Package of (8) - 60 minutes

RESIDENT FEE

NON-RESIDENT FEE

$30

$45

$45 $60 $50 $65 $110 $165 $220 $400

$60 $90 $80 $95 $140 $195 $250 $430

Contact Shelli Davis at 856-2162 or SDavis@tompsc.com for more information and to schedule lessons.

per season

*This fee applies to USTA spring, mixed doubles, combo doubles and fall leagues

ADULT TENNIS FALL 2018 SESSION AUGUST 27 – DECEMBER 13 (No clinic week of Thanksgiving)

PRICING

Per Clinic............................................ $15 residents / $30 non-residents 7 Clinic Players Package................... $90 residents / $120 non-residents Players Package applies to Fall Session for Drill and Play only (expires 12/13/18). Please call 856-2162 to reserve a space in all clinics.

DRILL & PLAY CLINIC

SENIOR MEN’S & WOMEN’S TENNIS PROGRAM Senior men and women play at the Mount Pleasant Tennis Complex on Whipple Road every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning. This program provides senior players the opportunity to play regularly for recreation, exercise and fellowship. This popular and long running program is open to all seniors that wish to participate. A Mount Pleasant Tennis Center Senior Annual Membership is required. CALL SHELLI DAVIS AT 843-856-2162 OR EMAIL SDAVIS@TOMPSC.COM FOR DETAILS.

Our adult tennis clinics are perfect for beginners as well as seasoned players. Fine-tune your strokes and exercise in a fun atmosphere. Led by MPRD Tennis Pros, the clinics take small groups through drills and situational match play. Participants often find that this is a great place to meet other players who become hitting partners and USTA league teammates. Royall Avenue Courts: Monday, 10 – 11 am Mount Pleasant Tennis Complex: Tues. & Thurs., 6 – 7 pm

CARDIO TENNIS Sixty minute conditioning class that will help take your game to the next level. Enjoy heart pumping music while hitting a ton of balls! Mount Pleasant Tennis Complex Monday, 6 – 7 pm; Thursday, 9 – 10 am

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JUNIOR TENNIS

JUNIOR TENNIS CLINICS MPRD tennis professionals focus on fundamental stroke development and introduction of rules and scoring while strongly emphasizing sportsmanship. With this foundation, our Junior players are able to experience match play quickly. As players progress, competition and strategy is stressed, preparing players for USTA tournaments and scholastic teams. RED — AGES 4-7 Low compression red balls, 19/23” racquets, 36’ courts and 33” nets are utilized to allow players to rally quickly creating the optimal teaching environment.

TENNIS

ORANGE — Ages 8-10 Low compression orange balls, 23/25” racquets, 60’ courts and 36” nets allow for proper stroke development.

JUNIOR DAVIS CUP TENNIS LEAGUE This popular tennis league returns for its 19th season. Players are divided into teams representing countries and compete in a Davis Cup format. Emphasis is placed on learning to compete with sportsmanship. Participants receive a t-shirt and awards..

AGES

7-15

Mount Pleasant Tennis Complex Wednesdays: October 3 – 31 4:30 - 5:45 pm (5 week program)

$65 residents .......................... $95 non-residents ACTIVITY #118200-01

GREEN — Ages 10-16 Low compression green balls, regulation racquets, court dimensions and nets are utilized to enable players to sustain rallies. YELLOW This group consists of Green and Yellow. Both groups meet for 90 minutes. Fitness, drilling and match play are emphasized.

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FALL 2018

ACTIVITY CODE

LEVEL

AGE

TIME

DAY

FEE RESIDENT / NON-RESIDENT

Aug. 27 – Sept. 24

118110-04

Red

4-7

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Mon

$28/$43

118110-05

Orange

8-10

4:30 – 5:30 pm

Mon

$56/$86

118110-06

Green

10-16

5:30 – 6:30 pm

Mon

$56/$86

118110-19

Red

4-7

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Mon

$35/$50

118110-20

Orange

8-10

4:30 – 5:30 pm

Mon

$70/ $100

118110-21

Green

10-16

5:30 – 6:30 pm

Mon

$70/$100

118110-34

Red

4-7

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Mon

$35/$50

118110-35

Orange

8-10

4:30 – 5:30 pm

Mon

$70/$100

118110-36

Green

10-16

5:30 – 6:30 pm

Mon

$70/$100

DATES

ACTIVITY CODE

LEVEL

AGE

TIME

DAY

FEE RESIDENT / NON-RESIDENT

Aug. 27 – Sept. 24

118110-01

Red

4-7

3:30 – 4:00 pm

Mon

$28/$43

118110-02

Orange

8-10

4:00 – 5:00 pm

Mon

$56/$86

118110-03

Green

10-16

5:00 – 6:00 pm

Mon

$56/$86

118110-16

Red

4-7

3:30 – 4:00 pm

Mon

$35/$50

118110-17

Orange

8-10

4:00 – 5:00 pm

Mon

$70/$100

118110-18

Green

10-16

5:00 – 6:00 pm

Mon

$70/$100

118110-31

Red

4-7

3:30 – 4:00 pm

Mon

$35/$50

118110-32

Orange

8-10

4:00 – 5:00 pm

Mon

$70/$100

118110-33

Green

10-16

5:00 – 6:00 pm

Mon

$70/$100

ACTIVITY CODE

LEVEL

AGE

TIME

DAY

FEE RESIDENT / NON-RESIDENT

118110-07

Red

4-7

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Tues

$35/$50

118110-08

Red

4-7

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Thurs

$35/$50

118110-09

Red

4-7

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Tues & Thurs

$70/$100

118110-10

Orange

8 - 10

3:30 – 4:30 pm

Tues

$70/$100

118110-11

Orange

8 - 10

3:30 – 4:30 pm

Thurs

$70/$100

118110-12

Orange

8 - 10

3:30 – 4:30 pm

Tues & Thurs

$125/$155

118110-13

Yellow

10 - 17

4:30 – 6:00 pm

Tues

$100/$130

118110-14

Yellow

10 - 17

4:30 – 6:00 pm

Thurs

$100/$130

No clinic Labor Day *4 week session

Oct. 1 – Oct. 29

Nov. 5 – Dec. 10 No clinic the week of Thanksgiving

No clinic Labor Day *4 week session

Oct. 1 – Oct. 29

Nov. 5 – Dec. 10 No clinic the week of Thanksgiving

SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3

MOUNT PLEASANT TENNIS COMPLEX

DATES

Aug. 28 – Sept. 27

Oct. 2 – Nov. 1

Nov. 6 – Dec. 13 No clinic the week of Thanksgiving

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118110-15

Yellow

10 - 17

4:30 – 6:00 pm

Tues & Thurs

$180/$210

118110-22

Red

4-7

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Tues

$35/$50

118110-23

Red

4-7

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Thurs

$35/$50

118110-24

Red

4-7

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Tues & Thurs

$70/$100

118110-25

Orange

8 - 10

3:30 – 4:30 pm

Tues

$70/$100

118110-26

Orange

8 - 10

3:30 – 4:30 pm

Thurs

$70/$100

118110-27

Orange

8 - 10

3:30 – 4:30 pm

Tues & Thurs

$125/$155

118110-28

Yellow

10 - 17

4:30 – 6:00 pm

Tues

$100/$130

118110-29

Yellow

10 - 17

4:30 – 6:00 pm

Thurs

$100/$130

118110-30

Yellow

10 - 17

4:30 – 6:00 pm

Tues & Thurs

$180/$210

118110-37

Red

4-7

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Tues

$35/$50

118110-38

Red

4-7

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Thurs

$35/$50

118110-39

Red

4-7

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Tues & Thurs

$70/$100

118110-40

Orange

8 - 10

3:30 – 4:30 pm

Tues

$70/$100

118110-41

Orange

8 - 10

3:30 – 4:30 pm

Thurs

$70/$100

118110-42

Orange

8 - 10

3:30 – 4:30 pm

Tues & Thurs

$125/$155

118110-43

Yellow

10 - 17

4:30 – 6:00 pm

Tues

$100/$130

118110-44

Yellow

10 - 17

4:30 – 6:00 pm

Thurs

$100/$130

118110-45

Yellow

10 - 17

4:30 – 6:00 pm

Tues & Thurs

$180/$210

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SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3 SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3

PARK WEST COURTS ROYALL AVENUE COURTS

DATES

Town Employees Step Up as

VOLUNTEER

Coaches by Holly Fisher

evin Mitchell played basketball when he was young and into his high school years. But, as it does, adult life often takes people away from the pastimes of their youth. So when Mitchell was looking for something fun to do over the winter and a way to give back, he decided to coach youth basketball.

“It helped me reconnect with the sport,” he said. “I really enjoyed it.” Plus, coaching eighth-grade boys’ basketball was a nice change of pace for Mitchell, who has been an engineer with the Town of Mount Pleasant Planning & Development Department for the last 18 years.

“It’s definitely rewarding. I’m helping out the community and I feel like it’s something other people can look at as a way to give back. I really did enjoy it.” – Andrew Dolan, Town of Mount Pleasant Public Services Department Executive Office Manager

Mitchell laughed that his layup was a little rusty, but that’s the good thing about being a volunteer coach — professional athletic experience isn’t required. Volunteer coaches need to know the fundamentals of the sport and approach weekly practices with the idea of keeping all the players engaged, he said. The goal, he said, is to coach the team as a whole, not individual players. Andrew Dolan saw the evidence of building a solid team play out as he coached girls’ soccer. “I like seeing how they progress as a person and a player,” he said. “Those relationships form and you see them grow, and, at the end of the season, they’re best friends.” Dolan and his wife moved to Mount Pleasant more than a year 22 | IN MOTION MOUNT PLEASANT RECREATION MAGAZINE

Pictured above from left to right: Kevin Mitchell, Annie Lee, and Andrew Dolan who are all Town employees and volunteer coaches for MPRD.

ago from Houston. He works as the executive office manager for the Town of Mount Pleasant Public Services Department. When Dolan heard the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department was in need of volunteer coaches, he quickly stepped up. “It gives me something to do outside of work,” he said. Dolan played soccer growing up and eventually was a kicker on the football team at Nicholls State University in Louisiana. Sports have always been an important part of Dolan’s life so he was eager to help young athletes — in this case, 8- and 9-year-old girls. “It was fun getting yelled at by 10 9-year-olds all wanting to play offense,” he laughed. Dolan is hoping to coach again as a way to benefit himself and the community. “It’s definitely rewarding. I’m helping out the community and I feel like it’s something other people can look at as a way to give back,” he said. “I really did enjoy it.” Mitchell said he would recommend volunteering to anyone who wants to reconnect with a sport they grew up playing. And with weekly practices, it’s not a large time commitment - yet the kids are grateful. “The kids knew I was volunteering. They knew they needed a coach, and I could tell they appreciated me coming out and helping,” he said. “They knew I was volunteering my own spare time, and they appreciated that.”

FALL 2018

YOUTH PROGRAMS PROGRAM PAYMENT POLICY All payments are due at the first class of the month. This is for all payments — monthly, installments and paying entire amount. Registration is required for each session attending.

AGES

3-4

Children will interact with others through structured daily schedules including circle time, educational table work, arts and crafts, as well as following group instruction in a pre-school environment. A variety of weekly activities such as gymnastics, swimming, and music. Children must be potty-trained and pack a lunch daily. The age requirement is 3 as of September 1, 2018. This program will run in accordance with the public school and the Town holiday schedule. The first month’s tuition is due as deposit for enrollment and is non-refundable and non-transferable. Tina Penninger DAYS

8/27 – 5/17 M/W/F

TIME

9 am – 12:30 pm Wed. ends at 2 pm

ACTIVITY CODE

8/28 – 5/16

DAYS

T/TH

TIME

9 am – 12:30 pm Thurs. ends at 2 pm

ACTIVITY CODE

116101-02

$140 resident/$170 non-resident/8 payments

Min. 10 – Max. 16

AGES

3-4

Your child will enjoy expressive art projects, creative centers, stories and music, learning letters and numbers, building relationships, and developing social skills. Activities included such as swim lessons and gymnastics. This program will run in accordance with the public school and the Town holiday schedule. Children must be potty-trained. Bring a lunch to school each day. The age requirement is 3 as of September 1, 2018. The first month’s tuition is due as deposit for enrollment and is nonrefundable and non-transferable. Park West Program Building DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

8/27 – 5/17 M/W/F 9:30 am – 12:30 pm 116102-01

$145 resident/$175 non-resident/8 payments DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

8/28 – 5/16 T/TH 9:30 am – 12:30 pm 116102-02

$110 resident/$140 non-resident/8 payments

Min. 5 – Max. 10 MtPleasantRec.com

R. L. Jones Center DATES

DAYS

TIME

9/14 – 12/14

9:30 – 11:30 am

Park West Program Building

CHESS FOR KIDS Learn basic play and chess strategies from a pro!

AGES

7-12

Zachery Darga G. M. Darby Building DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/7 – 9/28

4 – 5:30 pm

116521-01

10/5 – 10/26

4 – 5:30 pm

116521-02

11/2 – 11/30

4 – 5:30 pm

116521-03

$40 resident/$55 non-resident/session

DATES

DAYS

TIME

9/11 – 12/11

9 – 11 am

Min. 6 — Max. 12 No class 11/23.

3 and under with parent. No class 11/20 and 11/23 .

ROBOTS DO ART!

AGES

FOR THE ACTIVE

9-14

Yes, robots can become artists! But they need our help! We learn how to build robots and teach them how to draw by programming them with a computer. No computer background required.

Mitch Lichtenberg • A Robots for Kids Offering Park West Program Building

MOM’S MORNING OUT

DATES

Join other parents and bring your little ones to play in our multi-purpose room with gymnastics mats and more. Non-instructor based, drop-in program. No early registration required.

116101-01

$180 resident/$210 non-resident/8 payments DATES

UNDER

$5 drop-in fee per family per visit

R. L. Jones Center DATES

TODDLER TIME

DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

10/3 – 10/24

4 – 6 pm

116408-01

$100 resident/$130 non-resident

GYMNASTICS

AGES

3-8+

Your child will receive a semester of tumbling, parallel bars, balance beam, and mini tramp under expert direction. Adv. Beg./Intermediate level is able to do cartwheels, handstands, back bends, and is familiar with bars and beam. Classes will resume in January. Jan Buckheister

Min. 6 – Max. 12

R. L. Jones Center DATES

MOMMY & ME FOOD EXPLORERS CLUB

AGES

1-3*

Kids are naturally curious about food. Learn to harness their curiosity and encourage healthy eating habits from the beginning. A registered dietician and mother of 2 will help you engage with your young child as you enjoy a healthy snack, age appropriate nutrition activity, playtime, and discussion of useful toddler feeding strategies. Emily Funcik, registered dietician

9/4 – 12/11 9/4 – 12/11

AGE

DAY

3–5 (Beg)

6–8

(Beg/Adv. Beg)

(Adv. 9/4 – 12/11 8+ Beg/Int)

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

3:15 – 4 pm 116110-01

4 – 5 pm

116110-02

5 – 6 pm

116110-03

$252 resident/$282 non-resident or $126 resident/$156 non-resident/2 installments

Min. 6 – Max. 15 No class 11/20

R. L. Jones Center DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/26 – 10/17

10 – 10:45 am

116107-01

10/24 – 11/14

10 – 10:45 am

116107-02

$65 resident/$95 non-resident/session

Min. 8 — Max. 10 *Ages 1 – 3 with parent.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

KIDSGROW

GYMNASTICS AT PARK WEST

AGES

3-5

This is a fun introduction to the basics of gymnastics for preschoolers. Children should wear leotards or sportswear. Park West Program Building DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/6 – 10/11

10 – 10:45 am

116111-01

10 – 10:45 am

116111-02

$60 resident/$90 non-resident/6 week session

Min. 6 — Max. 8

Traditional training emphasizes stretching, mild running, forms, 3 step sparring, freestyle non-contact sparring and self-defense techniques.

R.L. Jones Center

AGES

4-8

Students will be taught instructional lessons in all aspects of cheerleading, including dance, gymnastics, and stunts.

DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/13 – 10/18

6:15 – 7:00 pm

116130-01

10/25 – 12/6

6:15 – 7:00 pm

116130-02

Park West Program Building DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

5:15 – 6:00 pm

116130-03

$75 resident/$105 non-resident

Min. 5 — Max. 15 No class 11/19, 11/22

Patrick Lausi

DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

6 – 7 pm

116403

9/4 – 5/7

6:30 – 7:30 pm

116420-02

$28 resident/$43 non-resident/month $45 resident/$60 non-resident/2 family members/month

$295 resident/$325 non-resident/year/ or $74 resident/$104 non-resident/paid in 4 installments Sept., Nov., Jan., March

Min. 6 — Max. 16 No class 11/20, 12/18, 12/25, 1/1, 3/26

$65 resident/$95 non-resident/5-6 family members/month (family rates apply to those in the same class)

HAPPYFEET SOCCER

*No class 11/21, 12/26. New participants added at the beginning of September, November

STORYTIME WITH A SOCCER BALL

AFTER SCHOOL KIDS’ GOLF

AGES

4-15

Boys and girls focus on golf fundamentals and building a love of the game. Golf clubs are welcome but not necessary. Scott Rosenthal

10/22 – 12/3

Participants must have previous fencing experience and all of their own equipment and be in good physical shape.

Ongoing

Kaylie Penninger R. L. Jones Center

AGES YOUTH FENCING 9+ (EPEE) FOR ADVANCED PARTICIPANTS

G. M. Darby Building

$58 resident/$88 non-resident/3-4 family members/month

*No class 11/22.

CHEERNASTICS

AGES

6-12

Hannes Greim, 6th degree black belt Jack Emmel, 7th degree black belt, Master

Claire Holt

10/25 – 12/6

TAE KWON DO

AGES

2-4

HappyFeet is a new and exciting soccer program specifically designed to encourage the rapidly developing imagination of preschoolers. Class curriculum uses popular stories, songs, nursery rhymes, adventures and fun games to teach young players real soccer skills and inspire a love of physical fitness. HappyFeet Soccer instructors Park West multi-purpose field (next to gym)

Charleston National Golf Course DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/20 – 10/11

4 – 6 pm

116401-01

10/25 – 11/15 TH

4 – 6 pm

116401-02

$169 resident/$199 non-resident

DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/18 – 10/23

4:00 – 4:45 pm

116409-01

$99 resident/$129 non-resident

Min. 7 — Max. 14

Min. 10 — Max. 50

SUPER POWERBOYS

3-7

There will be non-stop movement in this class, using trampolines, tents, tunnels, mats, and more. Kaylie Penninger R. L. Jones Center DATES

DAYS

TIME

9/13 – 10/18

5:15 – 6:00 pm

116120-01

10/25 – 12/6

5:15 – 6:00 pm

116120-02

ACTIVITY CODE

No class 11/22

YOUTH PROGRAMS

DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/10 – 10/15

5:15 – 6:00 pm

116120-03

Min. 5 — Max. 15

YOUTH FENCING (EPEE) FOR BEGINNERS

AGES

9-12

Participants will learn the art of fencing for beginners. Come out and be a part of a physically and mentally challenging sport. Participants will need to purchase beginner equipment around 3rd week. Instructor will provide information on where to purchase fencing items.

AGES

3-5

High energy fitness fun, good for you games, and nutritional know how kids can share with the whole family. Each PopFit adventure will hit on the FAB Five: cardio, strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance. With energizing circuits, fitness games, and obstacle courses, kids will increase muscle coordination, improve motor skills, and engage in total body awareness. Comfortable clothing and tennis shoes required. Simon Read G. M. Darby Building

Patrick Lausi

Park West Program Building

$75 resident/$105 non-resident

POP FIT KIDS

AGES

G. M. Darby Building DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/4 – 5/7

5:30 – 6:30 pm

116420-01

$295 resident/$325 non-resident/year/ or $74 resident/$104 non-resident/paid in 4 installments Sept., Nov., Jan., March

DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/11 – 12/4

10 – 10:45 am

116410-01

$168 resident/$198 non-resident

Min. 7 — Max. 15 No class 11/20

Min. 6 — Max. 12 No class 11/20, 12/18, 12/25, 1/1, 3/26

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FALL 2018

DOUBLE DUTCH JUMP ROPE

GRADES

4-12

DANCE

AGES

3-8

HIP HOP CLASS

AGES

6-10

A team sport for both girls and boys. Teaches sportsmanship and teamwork. No experience necessary. Tennis shoes required.

This class is a combination of tap, ballet, and jazz. Tap and ballet shoes are required. This class is ongoing throughout the year with recital held in the spring.

Learn dance and express personal style while working on body isolations, control, flexibility, combinations, rhythm, and muscle memory.

Florine Russell

Tina Penninger

April Cothran

R.L. Jones Center

Local elementary schools DATES

9/5 – 5/23

DAYS

AGES 3 – 5

TIME

M-TH

G. M. Darby Building

3:30 – 5 pm

Free

DATES

DAY

9/10 – 4/22

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

4 – 4:45 pm

116502-03

AGES 5 – 8* DATES

DAY

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/10 – 4/22

4:45 – 5:30 pm

116502-04

DATES

DAY

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/10 – 12/10

4 – 5 pm

116503-02

$175 resident/$205 non-resident/session or $88 resident/$118 non-resident/paid in 2 installments

Min. 10 — Max. 15 No class 11/19

Park West Program Building AGES 3 – 5 DATES

DAY

9/12– 4/24

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

4:45 – 5:30 pm

116502-01

AGES 5 – 8*

DANCE DANCE AROUND THE WORLD WITH BARRIE

AGES

3-8

Learn tap, ballet, hula, and Spanish dancing. Dance attire required, tights, leotards, tap and ballet shoes. Barrie Flynn

DATES

DAY

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/12 – 4/24

4 - 4:45 pm

116502-02

$300 resident/$330 non-resident/year or $75 resident/$105 non-resident paid as initial payment by 9/10, 10/15, 1/28, 3/4 (4 installments). Minimal fee payable to instructor for recital attire closer to time of recital.

Min. 6 — Max. 12 No class11/19, 11/21, 12/10 – 1/21, 3/25, 3/27 *5-year-olds must have previous dance instruction.

DANCE FACTORY

G. M. Darby Building AGES 3 – 5 DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/5 – 10/10

4 – 5 pm

116119-01

10/17 – 11/28

4 – 5 pm

116119-06

Park West Program Building

AGES

3-11

A combination class for ages 3 and up of jazz, tap, ballet and the Charleston. Costume and recital fee are separate and due to instructor in November. Recital 6 pm 4/20 at Sottile Theater. Karen Huett Owner of Dance Factory • 843-693-8715

*If there are 5 weeks in the month, an additional $25 is required.

PIANO Weekly 30-minute private lessons may be arranged. Ages as young as 7 can start at anytime. G. M. Darby Building ACTIVITY CODE

116516

AGES 3 – 6

DAY

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

DATES

DAY

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/6 – 10/11

4 – 5 pm

116119-03

9/5 – 4/17

4 – 4:45 pm

116105-01

10/18 – 11/29 TH

4 – 5 pm

116119-08

AGES 5 – 8 DATES

DAY

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/6 – 10/11

5 – 6 pm

116119-04

10/18 – 11/29 TH

5 – 6 pm

116119-09

$60 resident/$90 non-resident/6 week session

AGES 7 – 11 DATES

DAY

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/5 – 4/17

4:45 – 5:30 pm

116105-02

$300 resident/$330 non-resident/year or $75 resident/$105 non-resident paid Sept., Nov., Jan., March (4 installments)

DRUMS AND PERCUSSION

Learn to play drum set, snare, or hand percussion (i.e. congas, bongos, etc.). Learn to read music and to play the drums to your favorite songs. Beginners to advanced. G. M. Darby Building ACTIVITY CODE

Min. 6 — Max. 12 No class 11/21, 12/26, 1/22, 3/27

116514

$100 resident/$130 non-resident/month for 4 weekly 30-minute lessons

No class 11/21, 11/22

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DATES

Min. 6 — Max. 12

PRIVATE LESSON POLICY Monthly payments are based on 4 lessons. Payments are due in full the first lesson of each month for that month. There will be no pro-rating for lessons missed unless the lesson is cancelled by the instructor. Call 849-2061 for a list of instructors.

$100 resident/$130 non-resident/month for 4 weekly 30-minute lessons

R.L. Jones Center

AGES 3 – 5

MUSIC

GUITAR LESSONS Beginner and intermediate students learn various styles of guitar including blues, jazz, and rock. Students should have their own guitar. G. M. Darby Building/R. L. Jones Center/ Park West Program Building

AGES

5-10

After School with Back Porch Art Each session will be seasonally themed. Children will explore with canvas, wood, clay, acrylics, and watercolors. They will be encouraged to be creative and unique in their work. Diana Connors • backporchartcharleston.com

116515

ACTIVITY CODE

THE GIGGLING ARTIST!

$100 resident/$130 non-resident/month for 4 weekly 30-minute lessons

Park West Program Building DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/18 - 10/16

4 - 5:30 pm

116501-01

10/30 - 12/4

4 - 5:30 pm

116501-02

No class 11/20

DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/20 - 10/18

4 – 5:30 pm

116501-09

11/1 - 12/6

4 – 5:30 pm

116501-10

No class 11/22

G. M. Darby Building

Students will be taught healthy practices for singing that will enhance their experience in music and assist in the development of a healthy, lifelong technique. No experience necessary. G. M. Darby Building

$100 resident/$130 non-resident/month for 4 weekly 30-minute lessons

ART DRAWING & ART

DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/17 – 10/15

4 – 5:30 pm

116501-05

10/29 – 12/3

4 – 5:30 pm

116501-06

No class 11/19

$68 residents/$98 non-residents/ 5 class session plus $25 cash material fee payable to instructor at the first class

Min. 5 — Max. 15

116517

ACTIVITY CODE

AGES

6-11

Discover skulls, bones, beaks, and teeth of birds, mammals, and reptiles and learn “all about” bats. A fun Halloween educational program. Nature Adventures Staff Park West – Lake Pavilion DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

10/10

4 - 5:30 pm

116201-05

$15 resident/ $30 non-resident

Min. 7 — Max. 40

TURTLE TALK & WALK

Jones Center

VOICE LESSONS

BONES, TEETH & SKULLS, OH MY!

WILDLIFE WEDNESDAYS

AGES

6-11

Hands on program with live turtles and lizards! Includes activities, games, and more. Nature Adventures Staff Park West – Lake Pavilion DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

11/14

4 – 5:30 pm

116201-06

$15 resident/ $30 non-resident

Min. 7 — Max. 40

MARVELOUS MARSH DISCOVERY FIELD TRIP DAY

AGES

6-11

Discover crabs, snails, mussels, and more. Includes a live marine touch tank we will create. Bring your own drink and lunch. This program will be cancelled for moderate or heavy rain and thunderstorms. Nature Adventures Outfitters Staff Shem Creek Park

BUGS, BEETLES, & BUTTERFLIES! AGES

6-9

There will be drawing and painting. Emphasis is on line, color, shape, and design while applying various forms of art.

AGES

6-11

Collect and discover interesting bugs, beetles, and butterflies and learn amazing things about them.

DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

11/21

9 am – 1 pm

114013-02

$25 resident/ $40 non-resident

Min. 5 — Max. 40

Nature Adventures Staff Park West – Lake Pavilion

Teresa Wooten G. M. Darby Building AGES 6 – 7 DATES

DAY

9/21 – 10/12

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

4:30 – 5:30 pm

116500-01

DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/12

4 - 5:30 pm

116201-04

$15 resident/ $30 non-resident

Min. 7 — Max. 40

AGES 8 – 9

YOUTH PROGRAMS

DATES

DAY

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

10/19 – 11/9

4:30 – 5:30 pm

116500-02

$45 resident/$60 non-resident plus $5 material fee payable to instructor at the first class

Min. 6 — Max. 12

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FOR THE ADVENTURER ANGLING KIDS LOWCOUNTRY LIVING

AGES

7-12

Learn how to rig a rod and reel, make a crab line, and throw a cast net. Learn about our local marsh and water bodies. Bring a lunch. All gear provided. BeBe Harrison • anglingwomen.com G.M. Darby Building/ Shem Creek Park DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

10/4 – 10/25

3:30 – 4:30 pm

116203-02

$90 resident/$120 non-resident plus $10 materials fee payable to instructor

FOR THE CREATIVE CREATIVE DRAMA

AGES

6-11

Learn voice projection, theater etiquette, stage direction. Make props and scenery for the play. Vicki Rayfield G. M. Darby Building DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/11 – 12/11

4:15 - 5:15 pm

116506-01

$130 resident/$160 non-resident plus $5 material fee payable to instructor first day of class

The skatepark is open Monday – Saturday. The schedule for the park is posted on our website, MtPleasantRec.com, and at the entrance to the park. Skaters of all ages and abilities must bring and properly wear THEIR OWN helmets, knee pads, and elbow pads at all times. No exceptions! Skateboards only - no inline skates, bikes, scooters, or other conveyances allowed. Open to all ages. Participants under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult 17 years of age or older. Call 884-2528 for park hours, days of operation, possible closings due to inclement weather, and further information. 391 Egypt Rd. • Behind the R. L. Jones Center

Min. 7 — Max. 15

Min. 5 — Max.10

MOUNT PLEASANT SKATEPARK

Annual Membership: $25 resident/$30 non-resident

No class 11/20

Daily fees: Free member/$3 non-member AGES

7-12

Join us for a day of fishing fun! Learn how to rig a rod and reel, make a crab line and throw a cast net. Learn about our local marsh and aquatic habitats. Bring a lunch. All gear provided. BeBe Harrison • anglingwomen.com Shem Creek Park DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/15

SAT

9 am – 1 pm

116203-04

$90 residents / $120 non-residents

THE DARBY PLAYERS

AGES

12+

Acting, singing, and dancing will prepare students for a musical production. Learn all aspects of the theatre – costuming, lighting, sound, and stage sets.

*Must pay fees inside the R. L. Jones Center in order to skate!

PERFORMANCES

Angelia Grech G. M. Darby Building DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/6 – 12/13

5 – 6:30 pm

116506-02

$155 resident/$185 non-resident

Min. 7 — Max. 15

Join the puppets as they celebrate with fun, cheerful winter holiday songs. Please call 8492061 for reservations. Groups are welcome. The Puppet Playhouse

No class 11/22

Min 5 — Max. 10

HOLIDAY PUPPET SING-A-LONG

G. M. Darby Building

PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP FOR KIDS

AGES

8-13

Perform a melodramatically funny rendition of Shakespeare’s classic play “Hamlet.” Participants will provide minimal costumes for free performance after last class on December 4. Jean Schubert Park West Program Building DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/18 - 12/4

4 - 5:30 pm

116507-01

$130 residents/$160 non-residents

Min. 6 — Max. 14 No class 10/2, 11/20

DATE

DAYS

TIME

12/7

10 am

$3/person

SANTA’S CHRISTMAS PARTY Come enjoy the fun in this show with Santa, Jack Frost, an ice skater, and Frosty the Snowman. Please call 849-2061 for reservations. Groups are welcome. Columbia Marionette Theatre G. M. Darby Building DATE

DAYS

TIME

12/14

10 am

$3/person

PROGRAM PAYMENT POLICY All payments are due at the first class of the month. This is for all payments – monthly, installments, and paying entire amount. Registration is required for each session attending.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

ANGLING KIDS LOWCOUNTRY DAY

FR ID AY S

GRADES

ROCK YOUR SOCKS OFF SOCK HOPS FRIDAYS • SEPTEMBER – APRIL

Dance the night away at our popular MPRD event! The Mount Pleasant Recreation Department staff will chaperone and a DJ will provide music. Advanced registration only. No registration taken at the sock hop. Registration available for all seven sock hops. Concessions available. Activity Code: 116640 (01 – 07) $6 per person per night Park West Recreation Complex Gym Fridays: 9/21, 10/12, 11/30, 1/11, 2/8, 3/8, 4/12 5:30-8 pm

Call 843.856.2196 or visit MtPleasantRec.com for more information

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4-5

ADULT PROGRAMS PROGRAM PAYMENT POLICY All payments are due at the first class of the month.This is for all payments — monthly, installments and paying entire amount. Registration is required for each session attending.

ADULT TAI CHI WITH AMY Join us in learning the Yang 24 Forms. Tai Chi is a low-impact exercise for balance, relaxation, and inner strength. Beginners and intermediates will be in this class. Amy Parker R. L. Jones Center DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/7 – 11/16

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

125114-03

$154 resident/$184 non-resident

Min.4 – Max. 20

SWEETGRASS BASKETRY

ANGLING WOMEN SENIOR FISHING 101

AGES

50+

For the first-time angler or for those that have not fished in a while. Learn to tie fishing knots, casting skills, and how to bait. All bait and gear are provided. Must have fishing license. BeBe Harrison, www.anglingwomen.com Shem Creek Park DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/12

9 am – 12 pm

125150-03

$35 resident/$50 non -resident

Min. 5 – Max. 10

ADULT YOGA AT PARK WEST Help connect the mind, body, and breath. Benefits include stress release, calm and relaxing mind, strengthening and toning of the body, and increasing flexibility and balance. Designed for all levels. Please bring a mat to class. Bonnie Friedman 200hr RYT through Yoga Alliance DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/24 – 10/31 M/W

7 – 8 pm

125120-01

11/5 – 12/19 M/W

7 – 8 pm

125120-02

$96 resident /$126 non-resident /12 class session

ANGLING WOMEN BEGINNING FISHING

Vera Manigault G. M. Darby Building DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/18 – 10/9

5:30 – 7:30 pm

125504-01

10/23 – 11/13

5:30 – 7:30 pm

125504-04

Park West Program Building

Park West Program Building DATES

All ages are invited to learn the beloved art form of sweetgrass basket making while making your own small basket.

DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/27 – 10/18

5:30 – 7:30 pm

125504-02

$45 resident/$60 non-resident plus $25 materials fee payable to instructor (includes tools)

Min. 6 – Max. 12

Min. 6 – Max. 20 No class 11/19, 11/21

BeBe Harrison, www.anglingwomen.com G. M. Darby Building

Min. 5 – Max. 10

QUICK FIT BOOT CAMP This is a low-impact high-intensity boot camp style class. We will use kettlebells, weights, steps, etc. Equipment is provided by instructor. Vicki Walker, vickiofw@aol.com

$90 resident/$120 non-resident DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

10/2, 10/4

T/TH

9 am – 12 pm

125150-01

MOUNT PLEASANT ARTIST GUILD Join the Mount Pleasant Artist Guild to paint, sketch, draw, and talk about upcoming events. Miriam Brown Annex (118 Royall Avenue)

9 am – 12:30 pm

Contact Person for Wednesday Group: Marilyn Taylor, 843-886-0062

G. M. Darby Building DATES

DAYS

TIME

ACTIVITY CODE

9/5 – 12/19

M/W

5:30 – 6:00 pm

125113 (01-03)

Contact Person for Thursday Group: Faye Sullivan, 843-597-4091

$50 resident/$80 non-resident/month

Min. 5 – Max. 15 No class 11/19, 11/21

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A D U LT P R O G R A M S

Learn to throw a cast net, tag a fish, use artificial bait, and more. Fresh water and salt water fishing will be covered. All gear provided. Fishing license is required.

MOUNT PLEASANT RECREATION STAFF BY LOCATION TOWN HALL............................................................ 843-884-8517 Steve Gergick Director.............................................................. SGergick@tompsc.com Karen Bedenbaugh Executive Secretary........................ KBedenbaugh@tompsc.com Sarah Garner Executive Office Manager.....................................SGarner@tompsc.com Melissa Estrada Accounting Technician..................................... MEstrada@tompsc.om Kristen Watson Administration Assistant.................................. KWatson@tompsc.com

R.L. JONES CENTER................................................... 843-884-2528 Jimmy Millar Deputy Director....................................................... JMillar@tompsc.com Matt Hansen Athletic Division Chief......................................... MHansen@tompsc.com Stacey Harrington Program Division Chief..........................SHarrington@tompsc.com Ryan Johnson Baseball/Wrestling/Speed Training............... RJohnson2@tompsc.com Scott Koth Softball Coordinator.......................................................SKoth@tompsc.com Ian Evans Soccer Coordinator......................................................... IEvans@tompsc.com Anne Selner Program Recreation Specialist................................ ASelner@tompsc.com Garrett Heatherington Fundamental Coordinator..... GHeatherington@tompsc.com Matt Blakeney Athletic Recreation Specialist........................ MBlakeney@tompsc.com Brad Eggert Sponsorship Coordinator......................... RecSponsorship@tompsc.com Diana Drake Administrative Assistant/Athletics........................... DDrake@tompsc.com Tiffani Walker Administrative Assistant/Programs....................... TWalker@tompsc.com Karen Washington Administrative Clerk.......................... KWashington@tompsc.com Jessica Smith Administrative Clerk.............................................. JeSmith@tompsc.com Nicole Harvey Special Events Manager ....................................NHarvey@tompsc.com Danny Johnson Athletic Recreation Specialist.............................. DJohnson@tompsc.com Tracy Richter Farmers Market Manager/Special Events Assistant.... TRichter@tompsc.com Molly Hubbard Aquatics Coordinator........................................MHubbard@tompsc.com Aaron Parry Aquatics Recreation Specialist..................................... AParry@tompsc.com Keith Keller Pool Operator........................................................... KKeller@tompsc.com Allison Lane Marketing Coordinator............................................... ALane@tompsc.com

PARK WEST PROGRAM BUILDING..............843-856-2196 Mark Friedrich Program Recreation Specialist....................... MFriedrich@tompsc.com Chris Braggs Administrative Assistant........................................ CBraggs@tompsc.com

PARK WEST GYM....................... 843-856-6076 or 856-6078 Jay Rhodes Track/Football/Lacrosse Coordinator...................... JRhodes@tompsc.com Terri Steed Basketball/Volleyball Coordinator.............................. TSteed@tompsc.com

PARK WEST POOL............................................... 843-856-2536 Deborah Llaro Administrative Assistant.........................................DLlaro@tompsc.com Victoria Klein Aquatics Recreation Specialist................................. VKlein@tompsc.com

MOUNT PLEASANT TENNIS CENTER........843-856-2162 Shelli Davis Tennis/TR Coordinator................................................ SDavis@tompsc.com Clay Maynor Head Tennis Professional..................................... CMaynor@tompsc.com Haley Vaughn Athletic Recreation Specialist............................. HVaughn@tompsc.com

G. M. DARBY BUILDING................................... 843-849-2061 Tina Carter Programming Coordinator......................................... TCarter@tompsc.com Florine Russell Program Recreation Specialist............................ FRussell@tompsc.com Sandi McGee Administrative Clerk........................................... CMcGee@tompsc.com

THOMASENA STOKES-MARSHALL SENIOR SERVICES CENTER............................ 843-856-2166 Sherrie Pompeii Senior Center Coordinator............................ SPompeii@tompsc.com Rhea Pitts Administrative Assistant.................................................. APitts@tompsc.com Jackie Lawson Administrative Clerk........................................... JLawson@tompsc.com Nicole Holladay Senior Recreation Specialist........................ NHolladay@tompsc.com Justine Haynes Senior Recreation Specialist.............................. JHaynes@tompsc.com 30 | IN MOTION MOUNT PLEASANT RECREATION MAGAZINE

TOWN OF MOUNT PLEASANT MISSION STATEMENT To deliver superior performance in a manner that is distinctive and impactful to each person served and that establishes a standard for quality that endures for generations.

MOUNT PLEASANT RECREATION DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT It is the responsibility of the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department to offer exceptional, comprehensive yet sustainable and affordable recreation and leisure opportunities though a professional staff that is dedicated to providing the residents of the Town of Mount Pleasant with superior customer service, quality facilities, and dynamic programming.

VISION STATEMENT Establishing Mount Pleasant as the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leader in municipal government through the combined efforts of a dedicated elected body, highly skilled staff, and engaged citizenry.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Looking for a great way to advertise your business and support your community? Become a Mount Pleasant Recreation Department sponsor! For more information on Recreation Department sponsorships, contact Brad Eggert at RecSponsorship@tompsc.com. Interested in sponsoring a Special Event? Please email us at events@tompsc.com.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Subscribe at www.facebook.com/MountPleasantRec/events or Text MPRD to 22828 for a monthly email reminder about upcoming events.

GRADES

4-5

SOCK HOPS

$6 PER PERSON PER NIGHT Park West Recreation Complex Gym Fridays: 9/21, 10/12, 11/30, 1/11, 2/8, 3/8, 4/12 5:30-8 pm

CHILDREN’S DAY FESTIVAL

ALL AGES

HALLOWEEN IN PARK WEST

AGES 2-5

WATERFRONT MUSIC & MOVIES

ALL AGES

FREE

FREE ADMISSION & PARKING

Sunday, October 21, 12-5 pm Park West Recreation Complex

Wednesday, October 24, 2018

Fridays in August Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park

Old and new traditions delight at the 31st Annual Children’s Day Festival! East Cooper schools will host carnival games and families will enjoy carnival rides, enormous inflatable slides, live entertainment, face painting and many other activities! Admission and all activities are free.

HALLOWEEN IN THE OLD VILLAGE

AGES 2-5

12-1:30 PM Park West Recreation Complex

Join the fun as the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department holds its Halloween celebration at Park West. Enjoy trick or treating, a jump castle, games, crafts, face painting, and refreshments. Costumes welcome.

OLD VILLAGE 5K

ALL AGES

$25/$30

FREE

Saturday, November 10, 2018

Tuesday, October 30, 2018 12-1:30 pm G. M. Darby Building

Take in the stunning architecture and beautiful waterfront views as you race in the only 5K road race located in the Historic Old Village.

Come join the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department in a ghoulish Halloween celebration. Enjoy trick or treating downstairs, games, face painting, a jump castle, and pony rides.

Registration: September 24 - November 9, 2018.Early registration with a t-shirt $25. Day of registration with a t-shirt (if available) $30. Contact Matt Blakeney at 843.884.2528 for more information. All ages, pets welcome!

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Sit back, relax and enjoy some of your favorite local bands and movies on the lawn at sunset! Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy an evening of fun with the Ravenel Bridge and Charleston Harbor as your backdrop. Local food trucks & concession vendors will serve food at 6:30 pm. Live music begins at 6:30 pm and movies begin at sunset (between 8 – 8:30 pm).

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