Tumwater Parks & Recreation Winter 2022-23 Brochure

Tumwater

Tumwater

Tumwater

A Place to Live, Work, and Play

Stay connected with Tumwater Parks & Recreation! Contact us at tumwaterparks@ci.tumwater.wa.us to be added to our email list and follow the City of Tumwater on Facebook.

Check out some of the fun we had this fall! Whether or not you participate in one of our programs this winter, we hope you will get out and RECREATE!

Tumwater Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission meets at City Hall on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p m. Commissioners would like to hear any suggestions that you may have. To keep in touch with current topics being considered by the Parks and Recreation Commission, contact us to be added to the list to receive monthly meeting agendas

Commissioners

(360) 754-4160 • www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks

Erin Carrier, Chair Stacy Brown Amy Hargrove

Bill Kallappa II Mike Culley

Shane Harrington

– Tumwater Parks & Recreation Staff

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding Tumwater Parks & Recreation programs, please contact staff. We appreciate your input.

Tumwater City Hall

555 Israel Road SW

Tumwater, WA 98501 (360) 754-4160

Old Town Center

215 N 2nd Avenue SW

Tumwater Valley Golf Course 4611 Tumwater Valley Drive Tumwater, WA 98501 (360) 943-9500

– Dave Nickerson

Tumwater Timberland Library

The Tumwater Timberland Library is located next to City Hall and offers free story times, events, computers, meeting room and study space.

Tumwater School District

7023 New Market Street, (360) 943-7790 621 Linwood Avenue SW, (360) 709-7000

The City of Tumwater and the Tumwater School District share a successful working relationship and community spirit. This effort is reflected in the joint use of facilities, which sets forth the shared goals of maximizing taxpayers’ resources by jointly developing and utilizing facilities for maximum community benefit.

MISSION STATEMENT

To provide Parks and Recreation services that are creative, beneficial, and responsive to the needs of the community there by improving and enhancing the overall quality of life in Tumwater.

Share your talents! We are always looking for new instructors with innovative program ideas. If you have a talent, specialty, or area of exper tise, we invite you to teach for us. Call today to discuss how we can help you share your talents.

Share your ideas! Maybe you don’t have a talent you want to share with us, but perhaps you have a great idea of what you would like to see us offer. Let us know!

Helping Hands! We are always looking for volunteers who would like to improve the quality of life in our community. Anyone who likes land scaping, weeding, or planting flowers and would like to volunteer their time should contact us. Gardening not your thing? What about painting or minor construction? If you, a group you belong to, or perhaps a neigh borhood group have an interest in helping us out, give us a call.

Gender Equity Policy: The City of Tumwater complies with the State of Washington’s “Fair Play in Community Sports Act” (codified as RCW 49.60.500, 505 and 35.21.910) that prohibits discrimination against any person in a community athletic program on the basis of sex. Any questions or comments should be directed to Chuck Denney, Parks and Recreation Director.

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TUMWATER YOUTH PROGRAM

Tumwater Youth Program (TYP) offers evening activities for teens and pre-teens in the Tumwater community. Grade school activities are open to youth grades 2-5 and middle school activities are open to youth grades 6-8. TYP events are a place to have fun, socialize with friends, interact positively with adults, and so much more.

Winter Calendar

Grade School – Grades 2-5

Activity Nights

TYP Activity Nights include: karaoke, arts & crafts, inflatable interactive games, food, open gym & more! Open to all Thurston County youth in grades 2 - 5.

Pre-registration is available but not required. Register online via www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks.

Time: 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. Fee: $10

Middle School – Grades 6-8

Late Nights

Middle School Late Nights include: DJ, karaoke, food, open gym, inflatable activity, games, and much more! Open to Tumwater School District youth only. Tumwater youth may bring up to two guests. Pre-registration is available but not required. Register online via www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks.

Time: 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Fee: $10 (be prepared to show I.D.)

Middle School Game Night

Come on out and join your friends for a night of fun and games! We will have video games, arts and crafts, laser tag, board games, and much more!

Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Register online via www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks.

High School – Grades 9-12

High School Game Night

Activity Nights are held from 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.

Date: Friday, December 16 (Winter Wonderland)

Location: Bush Middle School

Date: Friday, January 6 (Pajama Party)

Location: Tumwater Middle School

Date: Friday, January 20 (Free T-Shirt Night)

Location: Tumwater Middle School

Date: Friday, February 17 (Carnival Night)

Location: Bush Middle School

Late Nights are held from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Date: Friday, December 9 (Winter Wonderland)

Location: Bush Middle School

Date: Friday, January 13 (Free T-Shirt Night) Location: Tumwater Middle School

Date: Friday, February 10 (Super Bowl Party) Location: Bush Middle School

Date: Friday, February 24

Location: Old Town Center

Time: 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Min/Max: 15/30 Fee: $8 (registration required!)

A night of fun and games! Video games, arts and crafts, laser tag, board games, and more. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Register online via www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks.

Date: Friday, December 2

Location: Old Town Center

Time: 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Min/Max: 15/30

Fee: $8 (registration required!)

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YOUTH ENRICHMENT

Tumwater Dance Teams!

Dance Team students work on technique and learn routines in three different genres - Jazz, Pom and Hip Hop - and perform at commu nity events and competitions. Uniform fee payable to the instructor on the first day of class. Call Tumwater Parks & Recreation to check for availability. No practice on 2/21.

Midway Dance (Ages 7-10)

Day/Time: Tuesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Babysitting

Instructor: Kim Griffin

Dates: Tuesdays, Ongoing

Location: Bush Middle School Aux. Gym

Max: 24 per age level

Fee: $55/month

Junior Dance (Ages 10-14)

Day/Time: Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Designed to prepare 11-15 year olds for the responsibility of safely caring for infants and children. This dynamic, interactive, activity-based program pro vides participants with numerous hands-on learning experiences. Includes in struction in CPR, first aid techniques, problem solving methods, and supervision Don’t forget to wear comfortable clothing.

Instructor: Paula Willadsen

Date: Saturday, January 28

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m

Location: Tumwater Fire Dept Training Room

Ages: 11 15 Min/Max: 10/20 Fee: $42

Gymnastics

Classes held at Ascend Gymnastics, 2643 Mottman Court SW, Olympia WA 98512

Beginner Gymnastics

Join us at Ascend Gymnastics for a beginner level gymnas tics class. Work on skill development with our enthusiastic, safety conscious instructors. Students will be introduced to Floor skills (rolls, handstands, cartwheels, and more!) along with Bar and Beam skills!

Day: Saturdays

Date: Monthly / Dec., Jan., Feb. (No class 12/24)

Time: 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Age: 5 - 10

Min/Max: 3/7

Fee: $69; $52 for December (no class 12/24)

Ascend Gymnastics Winter Break Camp

Join us for a week full of games, gymnastics lessons, free time, new friends and more.

Campers bring their own lunch each day and Ascend will provide snacks.

Day: Monday-Friday

Date: Session 1: Dec. 19 - 23

Session 2: Dec. 27 - 30 (No class 12/26)

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Age: 5 - 10

Min/Max: 1/ 4 per session

Fee: $300 for session 1; $240 for session 2

(360) 754-4160 • www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks

YOUTH ENRICHMENT

Kindermusik PREVIEW Class

Have you ever been curious about what Kindermusik is all about? Now is your chance to find out! Come try a free group music class for you and your little one. If you love to sing, dance and play, you won't want to miss it! FREE; Pre-registration required.

Instructor: Bonnie Kim

Date: Saturday, December 17

Time: 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Location: Old Town Center Gym Min/Max: 4/10

Fee: Free

Kindermusik Mixed Age

Accommodating all levels of learning and musical ability, mixed-age classes are perfect for friends, siblings and family bonding! Movement activities, group dances, and instrument play will be modified for every one to enjoy.

Session 1: Marvelous Me

The activities, music and instrument play in Marvelous Me gives young children fun and appropriate ways to test their boundaries as they develop self-esteem, self-awareness, and inhibitory control. They'll move their bodies, use their senses, explore friendships and feel good about all the amazing things they can do all by themselves!

Session 1:Silly All Over

Tap into the joy of laughter as we giggle, wiggle, boing, and jiggle through this unit full of silly sounds and silly moves. We'll practice stop-and-go motion, experience up and down, use our fine-motor skills, incorporate vocal play, and tickle our sense of humor all at the same time!

Instructor: Bonnie Kim Day: Tuesdays

NEW PROGRAM!

Date: Session 1: Jan. 10 - 31 Session 2: Feb. 7 - 28

Time: 5:00 - 5:45 p.m.

Age: 5 and under

Location: Old Town Center Gym Min/Max: 4/10

Fee: $80 per session ($70 per additional sibling)

BRICKS 4 KIDZ ROBOTICS

Bricks 4 Kidz EV3 Robotics Class

Build and program real working robots! Using software while working on laptops, kids ages 6-9 will be able to program the robots they build using Bricks 4 Kidz® model plans and LEGO® technology to create exciting dy namic machines. Models differ session to session. Join us for this actionpacked 4-week class where kids learn real-life skills while having real-kid fun. All students take home a custom minifigure (kits are reused not taken home).

Day: Wednesdays

Date: Session 1: Jan. 25 - Feb. 15 Session 2: Mar. 1 - 22 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Location: Old Town Center Age: 6 - 9 Min/Max: 6/16 Fee: $96

(360) 754-4160 • www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks

YOUTH SPORTS / FITNESS

Introduction to Martial Arts

The U.S. Martial Arts Center offers a supportive and familyfriendly learning environment. Build self-confidence, self-suffi ciency, self-defense tactics, foundational life skills for success and fitness through taekwondo.

A one-time $60 uniform fee is due on the first day of class. (In structor takes this payment.)

Instructor: U.S. Martial Arts Masters

Day: Thursdays, monthly / Dec., Jan., Feb. Time: 4:30 - 5:00 p.m. or 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. Age: 5 - 11

Location: U.S. Martial Arts Center Tumwater 212 Tumwater Blvd SW Min/Max: 5/10 Fee: $149/month

NEW PROGRAM!

INTRAMURAL YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS Middle School

Middle School Intramural Youth Sports and Fitness allows youth in grades 6-8 to supplement their day after school with indoor and outdoor sports opportunities. Participants will learn new skills, techniques and play modified games to help burn off some steam and unwind from the school day while supervised by our professional recreational staff. Develop learning, encourage imagination, and promote positive social skills in this intramural youth sports program. Fee includes a t-shirt. Program is open to boys and girls in the Tumwater School District.

No classes will be held on holidays or during school breaks. Space is limited.

Days: Monday - Thursday

Dates: Session 3: (Indoor) Jan. 23 – Feb. 16 / Fitness (MixxedFit, Yoga) Session 4: (Indoor) April 10 - May 4 / Racket Sports (Badminton, Pickle Ball) Session 5: (Indoor) May 15 - June 8 / Soccer (No class on 5/29)

Time: 2:45 - 4:15 p.m.

Location: Tumwater Middle School Grades: 6 - 8 Min/Max: 10/50 (Session 3: 10/20) Fee: $20 per session

(360) 754-4160 • www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks

Tumwater Spring Baseball League

“LET’S PLAY BALL!” Believe it or not, baseball is just around the corner. Tumwater Parks & Recreation’s spring baseball league is open to boys and girls, grades K-5. Out of district players are accepted; however, Tumwater School District players will receive priority team placement. The season runs mid-March thru May. This league has three divisions of play; K/1st, 2nd/3rd and 4th/5th. K/1st division is coach pitch for the entire season. 2nd/3rd division begins with coach pitch and progresses to kid pitch. This format significantly increases the hitter’s opportunity to put the ball in play resulting in more defensive opportunities which is fun and exciting for everyone! 4th/5th division will be kid pitch only.

Season: Practices begin March 20. Games begin April 17. Season-ending Party at the Park on May 20.

Register online via www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/baseball. Regis tration fee includes complete uniform (shirt, pants, and hat).

Registration: Monday Friday, January 3 - February 24 (Uniforms available for sizing in office upon request)

Ages: Grades K 5

Fee: $100 per player through February 24.

Late Fee: $110 per player after February 24. Late registrations will be processed only if space is available and assigned to teams/schools needing players.

Calling all Coaches!

Volunteer coaches are needed! Coach’s meeting will be held on Thursday, March 9 at Tumwater Fire Department Training Room, 6:00 p.m. Coach’s packets will be available online (www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/baseball), beginning in January.

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YOUTH SPORTS

Skyhawks Sports Academy Classes & Clinics

Skyhawks provides a wide variety of fun, safe and positive programs that emphasize critical lessons in sports and life, such as teamwork, respect and sportsmanship. Designed to give each child a positive introduction into sports while fostering a lifelong love for an active, healthy lifestyle.

Register online directly through Skyhawks: www.skyhawks.com.

Skyhawks Basketball Skills Clinic

Your young athlete will gain the technical skills and sport knowledge required for their next step into basketball. Areas of focus are dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control. By the end of the program, your child will have learned new life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship, made new friends and improved their basketball skills.

Day: Saturdays

Dates: Session 1: Jan. 21 - Feb. 11

Session 2: Feb. 25 - Mar. 18

Time: Ages 4 - 7: 10:45 - 11:30 a.m. Ages 8 - 12: 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Location: Old Town Center

Min/Max: 5/8

Fee: $70 per 4-week session*

*Fee increases $10 for registrations made within one week of session start date.

Skyhawks Basketball Hoopster Tots

(for ages 2 - 3)

Learning basketball has never been more fun! These classes focus on dribbling, shot technique, passing and teamwork. Adjustable hoops and appropriately sized basketballs are used to provide the right amount of challenge.

Day: Saturdays

Dates:

Session 1: Jan. 21 - Feb. 11

Session 2: Feb. 25 - Mar. 18

Time: 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Location: Old Town Center

Ages: 2 - 3

Min/Max: 5/8

Fee: $70 per 4-week session*

*Fee increases $10 for registrations made within one week of session start date.

(360) 754-4160 • www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks

HEALTH & FITNESS

Yoga with a Chair

This class uses a chair as the starting point for a one hour flow of standing and sitting postures where students will build strength, release stress, and safely learn balancing poses. In this class we will also work on our ability to get up and down from the floor.

Beginning Yoga

Begin your yoga practice here. This in-person only class will help you begin a yoga practice no matter what level of fitness you are at right now. Learn the basics of movement, breath and alignment. Begin to get healthier, more centered and more grounded. Connect to your body, mind and spirit through breath and movement.

Energetic Yoga

An energetic blend of yoga postures, breath and transitions present ed in an adaptable and approachable way.

Yoga classes offered through a partnership with Firefly Yoga, 212 Tumwater Blvd. SW

Instructor: Lisa Cosmillo

Day/Dates: Tuesdays or Thursdays, December - February Time: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Location: Firefly Yoga Ages: 16 and up Min/Max: 1/10 Fee: $58 per month

Day: Wednesdays, Dec. - Feb. Time: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Location: Firefly Yoga Ages: 16 and up Min/Max: 1/10 Fee: $58 per month

Day: Tuesdays or Thursdays, December - February Time: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Location: Firefly Yoga Ages: 16 and up Min/Max: 1/10 Fee: $58 per month

ADULT

Tumwater's

Tumwater

Take

Adult Cornhole League

Tuesdays (Coed Recreational) - June 6 - July 18 (No games on 7/4)

Thursdays (Coed Competitive) - June 8 - July 20 (No games on 7/13)

Tuesdays (Coed Recreational) - August 8 - September 12

Kickin’ It, Adult Kickball League

Tuesdays, June 20 - July 25 (No games on 7/4)

Adult Outdoor Sand 4 v 4 Volleyball League

Thursdays, June 22 - July 20

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ADULT ENRICHMENT

Music Instruction

Beginning Guitar

Discover what guitar playing is all about! If you have never played the guitar, or can only play a little, this class is for you. You will study proper techniques, melody, harmony, and some sight-reading. Bring your own guitar (acoustic or electric with small amplifier). $25 book fee payable to instructor at first class.

All About Chords

After completing any beginning guitar class, you are ready to read and create chord diagrams. Learn how to be successful at playing basic chords through proven techniques for guitar harmony. Required text book: Diatonic Triad Book from the Beginning Guitar class.

Taiko Drumming

Taiko, the art of Japanese Drumming, is now available to you! If you have ever wondered what it is like to play the big drums, now is your chance to find out! This is a physical activity that requires being able to stand for an hour and flex and stretch. No experience needed for the beginning class and drums are provided. Students will use River Ridge High School’s practice drums and play on the rawhide drums during the final class.

Instructor: Bill Sweeney Day: Thursdays, Jan. 19 - Feb. 16 Time: 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Location: Olympia Center, 222 Columbia St NW Age: 13 and up Min/Max: 1/2 Fee: $109

Date: Thursday, February 23

Time: 7:15 - 8:45 p.m.

Location: Olympia Center, 222 Columbia St NW Age: 13 and up Min/Max: 1/2 Fee: $48

Instructor: John Theine

Dates: Session 1: January 5 - February 2 Session 2: February 9 - March 9 Time: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. (Beginning); or 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. (Intermediate)*

Location: River Ridge H.S. Band Room 608, 350 River Ridge Drive SE, Lacey Ages: 16 and up Min/Max: 1/5 Fee: $30

*Must have taken Beginning Ta iko previously

Voice-overs: NOW is YOUR Time!

Date: Tuesday, February 21

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Location: Old Town Center

Min/Max: 5/12

Fee: $49

In what could be the most enlightening 2 hours you’ve ever spent, this class will show you how you can actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos, and more. Most people go about it the wrong way. In this introductory class, you will learn about a unique, outside the box way to break into this creative, fulfilling, and potentially lucrative industry. Voice-overs can be managed on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with minimal overhead! Whether you choose to pursue voice-overs part-time or full-time, this could be the game-changer you’ve been looking for.

What Lisa's Voiceover students are saying!

"Lisa was engaging, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic. She was fun and gave us lots of great feedback."

"Lisa really did pack a lot into the 2 hours we were there. She is no-nonsense and truthful. I found the class to be very good. The students were good, too!"

ADULT ENRICHMENT

Music Instruction...continued

Yes, You Can Play The U kulele

The popularity of the ukulele continues to grow and it's become one of the most desirable and accessible instruments to learn. Why not give this easy-to-learn, smile-inducing instrument a try in this fun-filled group class that will have you strumming chords and playing songs in a few weeks. No pre-requisite, but you will need to bring your soprano, concert, or tenor uke along with a pick to each class. No loaner instru ments are available.

Bluesin' up the Uke

You'll learn the core components of the blues, including blues scales, blues chords, blues riffs and licks, and turnarounds. Then you'll apply what you've learned and play through some classic blues tunes on the uke.

Pre-requisite: Yes You Can Play the Ukulele (or similar intro class) and/ or ability to play at least 7 chords and transition between them. Bring your soprano, concert or tenor uke (no baritone ukes, please) along with a pick and a uke capo to each class. If you have a portable music stand or book holder, please bring these items to class.

Cooking

Cooking for Everyday Health and Flavor

Are you eager to learn new ways to expand your skills in the kitchen? Join Chef Karen Nelson for a fun, interactive class that will inspire you to get in your kitchen. Learn to get over your fear of doing it right and start creating habits to keep you on track to improve your health. Bring your questions, curiosity and taste buds.

Boating Safely

Towing with Confidence

Are you new to towing or looking to increase your skill? Being comfort able towing a boat, camper or utility trailer can be the difference be tween a fun day and a stressful one. In this 2-hour hands-on course, we will help take away the stress as you learn to back your trailer through real-life scenarios that includes handy tips for effective communication between the driver and spotter. Ideal for family members who want to gain more confidence with towing. You must provide your own vehicle and trailer for this course.

For more information, visit www.boatsafenw.org.

Instructor: Jeff Saxon

Dates: Wednesdays, Jan. 18 - Feb. 15

Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Location: Old Town Center Min/Max: 1/3 Fee: $119 (includes instructional booklet)

Instructor: Jeff Saxon

Dates: Wednesdays, Feb. 22 - Mar. 22

Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Location: Olympia Center 222 Columbia St NW Min/Max: 1/3 Fee: $119 (includes instructional booklet)

Instructor: Karen Nelson Day: Tuesday

Date: January 17, February 14 or March 14

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Location: Old Town Center Min/Max: 5/10 Fee: $60 per date

Instructor: Luke Robert, Training Director

Date: Session 1: Saturday, Feb. 11 Session 2: Saturday, Mar. 11

Times: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Location: Trails End Arena

1500 79th Avenue, Tumwater

Min/Max: 2/4 per session and time slot

Fee: $200 per session and time slot

(360) 754-4160 • www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks

HISTORY PROGRAMS NEW HISTORY TALK FORMAT

History Pubs at Heritage (for ages 21 and over)

The Olympia Tumwater Foundation is excited to announce a new format for its popular history talks: History Pubs at Heritage. This new series of in-person history talks will be an hour long on a topic relevant to Tumwater or the surrounding area, and will combine history with science, sports, art, and many other subjects. Hosted inside the cask library of the new Heritage Distilling Co., near the Olympia Brewery. Guests are encouraged to sit back and relax, with a cocktail if they wish, and enjoy learning about our area’s history from captivating speakers. Registrants will receive tokens for discounts on Heritage drinks and merchandise.

Location: Heritage Distilling Cask Room & Library / 4200 Capitol Blvd SE Suite 104, Tumwater

Ages: 21+

Min/Max: 5/75

Fee: Free

A Journey Down the Deschutes, Then and Now

Take a trip from the headwaters of the Deschutes River to the mouth of Budd Inlet. This presentation will highlight historical moments from the time of the receding Vashon Glacier, watershed functions and features, past and present activities from human impacts, how we currently manage water resources within this watershed, and possibili ties for the future. Topics will include fish habitat, stream morphology, cultural history, the interface of our built environment, and the wonders of the annual Chinook salmon run.

Speaker: Grant Gilmore

Date: Thursday, Jan. 19

Time: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Grant Gilmore is the City of Tumwater’s Water Resource Specialist and faculty at the University of Washington. His work focuses on drinking water, wastewater, storm water, and habitat restoration. Grant is also a leading member for Stream Team, which promotes volunteer and training opportunities for all ages, with a focus on citizen science, within the South Sound region.

Blacks in Thurston County, WA: 1950 to 1975:

A Community Album

Blacks in Thurston County is a collection of 55 short biographies about Black people who came to Thurston County between 1950 and 1975. The book is the result of a 10-year project led by Dr. Thelma Jackson, the executive director of the Northwest Institute for Leadership and Change, which is the book’s publisher. Celebrate Black History Month with us as Dr. Jackson tells how this book got started and why this snapshot in time matters.

Speaker: Dr. Thelma Jackson

Date: Thursday, Feb. 16

Time: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Dr. Thelma Jackson has spent her personal and professional life challenging the status quo. Whether through teaching, advocating for policy changes related to social justice in all aspects of society, particularly education, or guiding and mentoring people of all ages. Dr. Jackson has been making an impact for more than 50 years to create real change across the community landscape.

Heart Bomb the Historic District

What are heart bombs? They are love letters to historic places that appear at historic sites nationwide, on local landmarks, and around places both safe and threatened. Heart bombing is the act of showering an older or historic place with tangible expres sions of affection and devotion—preferably with lots of other place-lovers in tow.

Like spending time at Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls? Or maybe you got married at the Schmidt House, or drove by the Crosby House on the way to play down at Tumwater Historical Park. Join us as we make Valentine’s Day cards for our favorite Tumwater places! Make one for your favorite building in the historic district, or for your home, your crush, or anyone! All supplies will be provided.

(360) 754-4160 • www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks

Instructor: Megan Ockerman

Date: Monday, Feb. 13

Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Location: Old Town Center Age: 10 and up Min/Max: 5/20

Fee: Free

MUNICIPAL GOLF CLUB

4611 Tumwater Valley Drive SE | Tumwater, WA 98501 (360) 943-9500 • www.tumwatervalleygc.com

FIRST TEE AT TUMWATER VALLEY!

First Tee Spring, Summer & Fall golf sessions offered for youth ages 4-17 at Tumwater Valley Golf Club. To register or for additional information, please visit: www.thefirstteesouthpugetsound.org

O BEE JUNIOR OPEN - SAVE THE DATE

Returning this spring to Tumwater Valley Golf Club is our 8th Annual OBee Junior Open Golf Tournament. Junior players ages 8-18 are eligible to participate in this event which will be held on Sunday, April 23 at TVGC.

Check out our website in February 2023 for additional details and registration information: www.tumwatervalleygc.com

Join the madness starting January 1! TVGC March Madness Contest

How to Play:

• Ask Pro Shop staff for a FREE March Madness stamp card to start logging your golf rounds.

• The first 64 golfers to submit a completed card fill the contest (first-come, firstserved).

• Multiple entries are allowed so the more you play, the more chances you have to win!

• TVGC Membership & Pass Holders will need to pay $6 per card/entry

• Players will be randomly matched to the NCAA College Basketball teams that qualify for the March Madness Tournament. Follow your team(s) throughout the tourney; as they advance, so do you!

• The "Elite Eight" are all winners. The higher you finish, the better the prize! Call or stop by the Pro Shop for more details! (360) 943-9500

(360) 943-9500 • www.tumwatervalleygc.com

OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS

Active Adult Trips and Tours

Our trips and tours program for active adults 50 and up offer exercise, sightseeing, photo opportunities and a chance to meet some great people. Departure location will be from Tumwater City Hall. Deadline to register is one week prior to the trip.

For special accommodations, please contact staff via email (tumwaterparks@ci.tumwater.wa.us) or call (360) 754-4160.

LeMay’s: America’s Car Museum

We are keeping it local and heading to LeMay’s Car Museum in Tacoma. The spacious facility houses up to 350 cars, trucks, and motorcycles from private owners, to corporations, and of course the LeMay’s. We will have a private 1.5-hour tour of the museum, after which you will have additional time to take it all in on your own. Bring money for lunch at the Full Throttle Café and for memorabilia purchases. Price includes trip management, trans portation, and admission.

Seattle Chocolate Factory Tour

Explore chocolate-making machines and the start to finish cre ation of truffles and bars. Discover the history of chocolate, the untold stories of the Seattle Chocolate Company (in Tukwila) and learn how new flavors are invented. Group will stop at Ba hama Breeze for lunch. Make sure to bring money for lunch and memorabilia. Price includes trip management, transportation, and admission.

Coffee with the Mayor

Coffee with the Mayor

Tumwater is growing and changing every day. If you want to stay updated and informed, join Mayor Debbie Sullivan for a monthly coffee hour. This program will feature specific council members as they discuss upcoming projects, committee updates and City news. This is a great opportunity to get to know your elected officials in the City of Tumwater. Coffee and doughnuts will be provided. Pre-registration is not required.

Day: Wednesdays

Date: February 8, March 15

Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Location: Old Town Center Age: 55 and over Fee: Free

Instructor: TPRD Staff

Date: Thursday, Jan. 19

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Min/Max: 5/8 Fee: $45

Instructor: TPRD Staff

Date: Thursday, Feb.9

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Min/Max: 5/8 Fee: $45

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OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS

Collette Vacations

Collette Vacations and Tumwater Parks & Recreation have combined efforts to offer our Active Adults several opportunities to travel in the US and abroad. Trips are for ages 50 and up. Contact Chad Harvell at charvell@ ci.tumwater.wa.us for more information.

2023 Collette Tours Presentation

Join Collette Vacations for a presentation of a Spotlight on Tuscany and Painted Canyons of the West. You will get a detailed overview of each one of the tours along with handouts. Leave the planning up to Collette and book that trip of your dreams now. Pre-registration for the presentation is encouraged but not required. Come and tour with Collette.

Painted Canyons of the West

Presenter: Toni Ray Ingram

Date: Tuesday, January 17 Time: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Location: Old Town Center Age: 50 and up Min/Max: 1/20 Fee: Free

Trip Dates: Aug. 6 - 14, 2023

Double Occupancy: $3,949

Triple Occupancy: $3,899

Single Occupancy: $5,249

Trek across the Southwest as you take in the sienna-colored canyons, towering spires, and desert landscapes found in Utah’s five national parks. The backdrop of Denver’s Rocky Mountains is the starting point of your journey. In Colorado’s wine country, dine with new friends and enjoy a tasting at a family-run winery. Among vistas that evoke the spirit of the Old West, marvel at the unspoiled beauty of Utah’s five national parks. Make your way from Arches and Can yonlands to Capitol Reef, Zion, and Bryce National Park. Discover the bright lights and glitz of Vegas. Explore the kaleidoscope of colors found in America’s rocky western landscapes. Save $100 per person if you book by February 7, 2023. To book your tour, visit https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1138111

Spotlight on Tuscany

Discover the rolling hills of Tuscany, home to sprawling vineyards, charming medieval hill towns, and en chanting cities. Savor a 7-night stay in Montecatini Terme, the famous resort and spa town. Visit Pisa, Florence, and San Gimignano into the Italian countryside. Discover the charming town of Lucca, Italy’s best-kept secret. Learn about the heroic deeds of WWII at the remains of the Gothic Line and visit the Museum of Liberation. Enjoy free time to explore the cultural treasures of Florence. Partake in a Tuscan cooking class. Sample cheese at the farm where it’s made. Enjoy fabulous local wines and the region’s famous cuisine. Steeped in history, culture and legend, this is Tuscany as you always imagined it. Save $100 per person if you book by February 7, 2023.

To book your tour visit: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1138055

Trip Dates: Sept. 6 - 14, 2023

Double Occupancy: $3,949

Triple Occupancy: $3,919

Single Occupancy: $4349

Old Town Center

Serving Seniors and Youth | 215 N 2nd Avenue SW | Tumwater WA 98512 | (360) 754-4160

Child Development

Sequoia’s Treehouse Childcare center is now open for enrollment at the Old Town Center! At Sequoia’s Treehouse, our emphasis is on the physical, cognitive, and social/emotional growth of children. Children are presented with experiences allowing them to discover and explore their world through art, science, language, music, dramatic play and the natural environment. Our focus is also allowing children the opportunity to explore and spend time in the outdoors as much as possible through free play and structured learning activities. Our goal is to promote every child’s individual development using an appropriate mix of academic and recreational activities. Hours of operation are 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. For more information, visit our website at www.sequoiastreehouse.com.

Senior Programs

Tumwater Old Town Center (OTC) operates as a Senior Center weekdays from 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. The OTC provides seniors 55 and over, who are residents of the greater Tumwater area, with activities, lunch, coffee, snacks, and fellowship. Visit www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/ seniors for updated senior program information. Please note: Participants must be fully vaccinated to attend.

OTC Winter Closures:

Christmas Day (Observed) – Monday, December 26

New Year’s Day (Observed) – Monday, January 2 Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Monday, January 16 Presidents’ Day – Monday, February 20

Activities - All activities are free unless otherwise noted.

Lunch

Monday - Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Cost is $5 per day or $50 for a 10-meal ticket. Menus include a variety of meals (soups, casseroles, fruits and salads).

Pinochle

Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. for pinochle in the lunch room. There is always somebody looking for a game.

Senior "Jam"

Do you like old time tunes and bluegrass music? Every Tuesday from 9:0011:30 a.m., you’ll find a group of like-minded folks ready to sing and play. Join us in the multi-purpose room.

Bingo

Second Wednesday of each month at 12:15 p.m. in the lunch room. Prizes donated by the OTC Senior Council.

Arts & Crafts Group

Every Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. in the multi-purpose room. Please bring your own supplies. Call Todd Anderson at (360) 754-4164 for more information.

Food Bank

The Thurston County Food Bank will visit the OTC on the 2nd Friday of each month at 11:00 a.m., to drop off alreadyprepared bags of food. To be eligible for this FREE program you will need to complete an Intake Form (available in the Cafeteria). Contact Todd Anderson at (360) 754-4164 for further information.

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HISTORIC HOMES

Brewmaster's House (formerly Henderson House)

The Brewmaster’s House was built in 1905 for William and Lou ise Naumann. Mr. Naumann was a brewmaster at the Olympia brewery just across the river.

Considered quite modern for its day, the house boasted hot and cold running water, a coal-fired boiler, and electric lights in each room. The design of the home was largely inspired by the Victo rian age, but was much less elaborate than earlier Queen Anne examples.

The exterior of the home had changed over the years, but it was restored to its original appearance after the City of Tumwater acquired the house in 1977. The interior changed very little and provides a wonderful look at how Tumwater residents lived in the early 1900s. Interpretive signs give the visitor a thorough history of the house and its various owners.

Brewmaster's House is currently closed to the public.

For more information, please contact: Karen L. Johnson, Curator, Schmidt House

Olympia Tumwater Foundation | PO Box 4098 | Tumwater WA 98501 (360) 890-2299 | karen@olytumfoundation.org | www.olytumfoundation.org

Crosby House

Come visit the Crosby House Museum, Tumwater's oldest historic home, located across from the Brewmaster's House in Tumwater's Historic District at 702 Deschutes Way SW. This charming 1860 house was built by Bing Crosby's grandfather, Nathaniel, for his new bride, Cordelia Smith. Now owned by the City of Tumwater, it is managed by Olympia Chapter #4, Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington who have com pletely furnished the house with period pieces. A delightful addition is a 1"-scale, fully furnished miniature replica of the house.

The Crosby House is currently closed to the public.

For tours or more information, please contact: Ann Olson, President, Olympia Chapter #4 Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington (360) 943-5209 | sandaolson@outlook.com

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Historical and Pioneer Park Shelter Reservations:

Reservations:

• Shelters are available to reserve 365 days in advance.

• Reservations are not confirmed until completed form and fee have been received.  Online reservations do not require completion of paper reservation form.

• To check availability, visit www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks

• Large/Public Events: For all events larger than 100 people and/or open to the public, a special event permit application must be completed and approved. No person shall use a city park for a public event without a special event permit.

Cancellations:

• Reservation fees are refundable minus a $10 cancellation fee.

• Cancellations must be made at least 14 days prior to the reservation to be eligible for a refund . Cancellations are not available through the online registration system; they must be requested by contacting office staff.

• No refunds will be made due to inclement weather.

Amenities/ Hours:

• Parking space is limited. Carpooling recommended.

• The parks can accommodate groups of up to 100 people.

• Parks are opened at sunrise and gates are locked at sunset.

• Historical Park Shelter: Accommodates 80 people. 3 power outlets, 20 amps max each, 1 group grill, and 1 water source.

• Pioneer Park Shelter: Accommodates 50 people. 2 power outlets, 20 amps max each, 1 group grill, and 1 water source.

Shelter reservation fees:

9:00 a m to 2:00 p m $50

3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. $50 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. $75

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Winter Quarter Registration

Winter registration begins on Wednesday, November 23, 2022. The programs in this brochure run December 2022 through February 2023.

Easy Registration Easy Registration

Online: Visit www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/parks and create your customer account.

In Person:

As of the time of this publication, City Hall open hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or by appointment. Please call (360) 754-4160 or email tumwaterparks@ci.tumwater.wa.us for updates

All classes have minimum/maximum enrollment numbers to ensure a quality experience for all participants.

The City of Tumwater requires that a release of liability form be completed either in person or online for each participant in its Parks and Recreation programs. These forms will be provided at registration.

Policy

• Class sizes are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Classes may be cancelled (or combined) due to low enrollment.

• For classes requiring an enrollment fee, the fee must be paid prior to your name being placed on the class roster.

Inclement Weather

Should school be cancelled due to poor weather, power outages or other related circumstances, all parks and recreation classes, leagues and programs scheduled at those facilities will adhere to the school cancellation policies.

Cancellations

Classes with insufficient enrollment will be cancelled three business days before starting date unless otherwise noted.

Refunds

If a class is cancelled, your registration will be refunded in full.

Refund Policy – unless otherwise noted:

• Prior to the first class – 100%

• After the first class – 80%

• After the second class – no refund

Thurston County Specialized Recreation Programs

Thurston Co. Recreation Services Department , in cooperation with Tumwater Parks and Recreation, provides special service pro grams to area residents. These programs strive to meet the needs of the developmentally and physically challenged in the Tumwater/ Thurston County area. For more information, call (360) 867-2588 For the hearing impaired, the TDD number is (360) 754-2933.

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