ALONG THE RESERVOIR IN DRUID HILL PARK

Saturday, August 25th Noon-6 p.m. FREE ADMISSION OPEN TO ALL MAKES AND MODELS OF VEHICLES AND MOTORCYCLES BCRP DIRECTORY ...... 3 FALL 2012 FALL RECREATION ...... 4 After-school Adventures Aquatics Music in the Parks Seniors Therapeutic Sports & Fitness

SPECIAL FACILITIES ...... 17

PARKS ...... 19 Parks & Trails Listings Great Outdoors Nature TreeBaltimore

PARTNERSHIPS & PERMITS ...... 29 Partnerships & Volunteers Permits

REGISTRATION FORM ...... 32 CONTENTS

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Dr. Ralph W. E. Jones, Jr. Valerie Scott-Oliver Melissa Grim Administration Building Executive Assistant to the Horticultural Division 3001 East Drive Director 410-396-0180 Baltimore, MD 21217 410-396-7002 Telephone: (410) 396-7900 Bureau of Music Fax: 410-889-3856 (Admin.) Bureau of Recreation Fran Spero Fax: 410-396-7038 (Rec) Bill Tyler Permits Chief of Recreation 410-396-7070 Parks’ Administration 410-396-6128 Building Special Events Coordinator 2600 Madison Ave. Thomasine Forte 410-396-7012 Baltimore, MD 21217 Chief of Recreation Center Telephone: 410) 396-7946 Operations Public Information Offi ce Fax: 410-396-7945 410-396-7003 Gwendolyn Chambers 410-396-6694 General Information Jacqueline Williams Email: BCRPGenInfo@ Chief of Recreation Capital Development baltimorecity.gov Programming & Training Gennady Schwartz Web site: bcrp.baltimorecity.gov 410-396-7005 Chief of Capital Development Facebook: www.facebook.com/ 410-396-7948 baltimore.recnparks Bob Wall Twitter: @RecNParks Youth and Adult Sports 410-396-6136 Administrative Offi ces Director’s Offi ce Bureau of Parks William Vondrasek Tom Jeannetta Acting Director Acting Chief of Parks 410-396-6132 410-396-7931 FALL 2012

3 bcrp.baltimorecity.gov ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks ● www.twitter.com/recnparks RECREATION CENTERS

starts Monday, Aug. 27

end of the school day until 5:45 p.m.

Take the challenge and learn something new with RecNParks’ After-School Adventures!

All programs will offer arts and crafts, nutrition classes, low and FALL 2012 high impact games, environmental programs, special events, fi eld trips, supper and more!

Drop by your local recreation center and register NOW for After-school Adventures. For more information, please call 410.396.7900 or bcrp.baltimorecity.gov

bcrp.baltimorecity.gov ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks ● www.twitter.com/recnparks 4 5 RECREATION CENTERS FALL 2012 (410) 396-9284 1400 E.BIDDLEST.,21213 MADISON SQUARE(PS#26) (410) 396-6708 2304 GREENMOUNTAVE.,21218 GREENMOUNT (410) 396-6746 1401 FILMOREST.,21218 COLDSTREAM (PS#206) (410) 396-9156 21224 2601 E.BALTIMOREST., PARK V. S.BAKER/PATTERSON (410) 396-9222 701 S.RAPPOLLAST.,21224 MORA CROSSMAN(PS#228) (410) 488-6634 5001 SINCLAIRLN.,21206 HERRING RUN (410) 675-5204 2710 E.HOFFMANST.,21213 FORT WORTHINGTON (410) 396-9089 5061 E.EAGERST.,21205 CARROLL F.COOK(PS#243) (410) 396-0374 120 W.MOSHERST.,21217 MOUNT ROYAL(PS#66) (410) 837-4423 1627 E.FORTAVE.,21230 LOCUST POINT (410) 396-4634 100 E.HEATHST.,21230 ELLA BAILEY(PS#84) (410) 396-7593 623 N.EDENST.,21205 CHICK WEBB bcrp.baltimorecity.gov

● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks Centers Recreation (410) 396-1839 844 ROUNDVIEWRD.,21225 PATAPSCO (PS#163) (410) 396-5825 2601 TOLLEYST.,21230 MORRELL PARK(PS#220) (410) 396-0091 2921 STRANDENRD.,21230 LAKELAND (PS#12) (410) 396-1811 1630 FILBERTST.,21226 CURTIS BAY (410) 396-6050 1221 W.36THST.,21211 ROOSEVELT (410) 467-2242 21211 1501 WOODHEIGHTSAVE., MEDFIELD (410) 396-0949 4910 PARKHEIGHTSAVE.,21215 C. JACKSON (410) 396-6703 7310 MOYERAVE.,21234 WOODHOME (PS#205) (410) 396-6696 1517 WINFORDRD.,21239 NORTHWOOD (PS#242) (410) 545-3444 4517 HAZELWOODAVE.,21206 GARDENVILLE (PS#210) (410) 396-2244 5501 IVANHOEAVE.,21212 DEWEES (410) 396-4243 1600 N.SPRINGST.,21213 OLIVER

● www.twitter.com/recnparks (410) 396-3717 424 S.PULASKIST.,21223 SAMUEL F.B.MORSE(PS#98) (410) 728-3271 21202 1201 PENNSYLVANIAAVE., ROBERT C.MARSHALL (410) 396-7849 2100 BROOKFIELDAVE.,21217 JOHN E.HOWARD(PS#61) (410) 396-5016 911 HOLLINSST.,21223 JAMES MCHENRY(PS#10) (410) 396-0073 4521 FREDERICKAVE.,21229 FRED B.LEIDIG(PS#246) (443) 984-3105 835 ALLENDALEST.,21229 EDGEWOOD-LYNDHURST (410) 396-0259 4001 CLIFTONAVE.,21216 CAHILL (410) 396-0105 222 N.BENTALOUST.,21223 BENTALOU (PS#150)

AQUATICS

Consider us when you are looking for that special HOMESCHOOL LEARN TO SWIM way to unwind or spend precious time with love ones. Th 1-3 p.m. We provide a safe and fun-fi lled water experience, in LEARN TO SWIM (5 – 17 YRS) a positive and healthy environment that fosters a M 3-6 p.m. strengthened sense of community, confi dence and W 5-6 p.m. self-esteem. MIDDLE SCHOOL LEARN TO SWIM T,F 1-3 p.m. *Schedule subject to change without notice based on RECREATIONAL SWIM participation T 3-6 p.m. W 4-5 p.m. Darryl Sutton Th,Sa 5-6 p.m. Aquatics Director RECREATIONAL SWIM WATER GAMES (410) 396-3838 F,Sa 3-5 p.m. [email protected] SCHOOLS M 1-3 p.m. SENIOR/ADULT LAP SWIM CALLOW HILL AQUATIC CENTER M,W 9-10 a.m. 2821 Oakley Ave. 21215, 410-396-0677 F 9 a.m.-1 p.m. HOURS OF OPERATION: WATER AEROBICS M, W, F: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. M,W 8-9 a.m. T, Th: noon – 8 p.m. T,Th 6-7 p.m. Sa: 2 – 6 p.m. PROGRAM FEES: Admission: $1 per visit Water Aerobics $20 monthly/$3 per class Learn to Swim BCSC (Sat): $70 (10-week session) Learn to Swim (Mon-Fri): $55 (3-month session)

Available for Rentals Friday nights, Saturdays and Sundays Children Rentals $300/4hrs; Adult Rentals $800/4hrs (All rentals ending after 7 p.m. will be charged adult rate.)

ADULT LAP SWIM T,W,Th noon-1 p.m. Th 3-5 p.m. Sa 2-3 p.m. ADULT LEARN TO SWIM M noon-1 p.m. T,Th 7-8 p.m. BCSC LEARN TO SWIM FALL 2012 Sa 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. CHARTER SCHOOL LEARN TO SWIM M,W 10 a.m.-noon W 1-3 p.m. CHARTER SCHOOL LEARN TO SWIM (GRADES K-4) W 3-4 p.m. CHARTER SCHOOL LEARN TO SWIM (GRADES 5-8) W 4-5 p.m.

bcrp.baltimorecity.gov ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks ● www.twitter.com/recnparks 6 CHERRY HILL AQUATIC CENTER CHICK WEBB RECREATION CENTER 2601 Giles Rd. 21225, 410-396-1938 623 Eden St. 21205, 410-396-7593 HOURS OF OPERATION: HOURS OF OPERATION: M, W, F: 1 – 9 p.m. M–F: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. T, Th: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sa: noon – 2 p.m. Sa: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. PROGRAM FEES: PROGRAM FEES: Admission: $1 per visit

FALL 2012 FALL Admission: $1 per visit/$10 monthly pass Water Aerobics $20 monthly/$3 per class Water Aerobics $20 monthly/$3 per class Arthritis, Lil’ Piranhas, Learn to Swim: $55 (8-hours) Arthritis, Lil’ Piranhas, Learn to Swim: $55 (8-hours) ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION AQUATIC PROGRAM Available for Rentals Friday and Saturdays noon – midnight M,W,F noon-1 p.m. and Saturdays 9-10 a.m. Children Rentals $300/4hrs; Adult GUARDSTART/ LEARN TO SWIM Rentals $500/4hrs Sa 11 a.m.-noon HEALTH & SAFETY ADULT LAP SWIM M-F 3-3:30 p.m. M-F 2-3 p.m. LAP SWIM ADULT LEARN TO SWIM M,W,F 2-3 p.m. Sa 11 a.m.-noon M-Th 7-8 p.m. KIDS LEARN TO SWIM T,Th 1-2 p.m. Sa 10-11 a.m. LEARN TO SWIM LAP SWIM M,W,F 1-2 p.m. M-Sa 1-2 p.m. T,Th noon-1 p.m. M,W 5-6 p.m. T,Th 2-3 p.m. Sa 10 a.m.-noon Th 3:30-5 p.m. LEARN TO SWIM LIL’ PIRANHAS (PARENT AND CHILD) T,Th 10 a.m.-noon W 10-11 a.m. MOVIE NIGHT Th 5-5:30 p.m. F 7-8 p.m. PUBLIC SWIM OPEN SWIM M-W,F 3:30-5:30 p.m. M,W 8-9 p.m. F 6-8 p.m. F 5-6 p.m. Sa noon-2 p.m. RECREATIONAL SWIM WATER AEROBICS M-Sa 3-5 p.m. M-Th 6-7 p.m. Sa noon-2 p.m. S 10-11 a.m. STROKE IMPROVEMENT M,W 7-8 p.m. T,Th 5-6 p.m. WATER AEROBICS M,W 6-7 p.m. T,Th 9-10 a.m. F 6-7 p.m. AQUATICS

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Baltimore City Recreation and Parks has provided HANDEL CHOIR OF BALTIMORE the city a quality music series for more than 150 All Ages: Enjoy this free 45-minute concert years. Concerts explore different musical genres, combining music and nature. The concert including Jazz, culturally diverse World Music and will feature a wide variety of a cappella and even classical. The concerts provide our community accompanied music. HCB’s Artistic Director with a friendly gathering place that brings music and and Conductor Melinda O’Neal will conduct the the performing arts to everyone to enjoy. concert and provide commentary on the selected programming. The full chorus will perform and be JAZZY WEDNESDAY EVENINGS accompanied by pianist Thomas Hetrick. Following All Ages: Jazzy Wednesday Evenings returns for its the performance, patrons will have an opportunity second summer season. The fi nal concert of the to explore Cylburn Arboretum. Volunteers from series features the Panama Band. Cylburn Arboretum Association will be available to Cost: Free provide guided tours of selected gardens and the Druid Hill Park (lawn at Rawlings Conservatory) Nature Museum. Please call the offi ce at 410-367- Sept 5 W 6-8 p.m. 2217 to sign up for a guided walk.. Cost: Free MUSIC IN THE PARKS Cylburn Arboretum (Vollmer Center) All Ages: Join us and WTMD the fi rst Thursday of Oct 14 Su 2 p.m. each month to enjoy a variety of music artists at this outdoor event! BALTIMORE MANDOLIN ORCHESTRA Cost: Free All Ages: Enjoy this special Cylburn holiday concert Mt. Vernon Park presented by the Baltimore Mandolin Orchestra . Sept 6 Th 5:30-8:30 p.m. Under the direction of Kristin Turner, the orchestra is a Baltimore, Maryland-based ensemble of BLAIR LIVE ACOUSTICS mandolins, mandolas, mandocellos, mandobasses, All Ages: Enjoy live acoustic music as you shop the and classical guitars. The orchestra plays a mix Farmers Market in Druid Hill Park. of classical music, marches, rags, show tunes and Cost: Free a variety of other traditional compositions for Rawlings Conservatory mandolin orchestra. You may purchase tickets on Sept 12 W 3:30-7:30 p.m. Mission Tix. Call 410-367-2217 for information. Sept 26 W 3:30-7:30 p.m. Cost: $20 Cylburn Arboretum (Vollmer Center) ST. VERONICA’S YOUTH STEEL ORCHESTRA Dec 9 Su 3:30 p.m. All Ages: Enjoy the vibrant Caribbean sounds of this sought after youth ensemble. Cost: Free Rawlings Conservatory Sept 19 W 5:30-6:30 p.m. FALL 2012

bcrp.baltimorecity.gov ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks ● www.twitter.com/recnparks 8 9 SENIORS FALL 2012 et1 9a.m.-4p.m. 9a.m.-4p.m. W T 19 Sept 18 Sept Queenstown Cost: $55 andsoda.dessert Beercanbepurchased atthebar. tenders, corn onthecob, hushpuppies, coleslaw, steamed crabs you caneat, crab soup, chicken Deck, for known deliciousseafood. MENU: Allthe at theEastern Shore landmark, Fisherman’s Crab be prepared to dosomewalking. We willlunch morning shoppingatthePrime Outlets. Please Age 50+: Travel by coach busto KentNarrows for DECK CRAB QUEENSTOWN WITH LUNCH AT FISHERMAN’S SHOPPING TRIP TO PRIME OUTLETS IN Sept TowersLakeview Cost: Free 14 workout group andimprove health. your heart moving? Jointhe Walking Clubto expandyour new way to motivate yourself andothersto get F 1:30-2:30 Age 50+: for alone? Looking a Tired ofwalking WALKING CLUB p.m. Citizens Divisionoffithe Senior ce at(410)396-2920. 50 andover. For tickets oradditionalinformationcall provided forgroupsof20ormore. Events areforadults toandfromtheseeventsGroup transportation is [email protected] (410) 396-2920 Recreation Programmer Jo Ann Cason call CitizensDivision. theSenior closest goldenageclubinyour neighborhood, please trips andmore. For moreinformationortolocate the programs arevaried andconsist ofcrafts, exercise, conveniently located throughoutBaltimoreCity. Club andassistance to94goldenageclubsthatare support adults, ages50andolder. The Divisionprovides recreational programs andevents forBaltimore’s Citizens Divisionsoffersmanylife-enriching ofRecreationandParks’The Department Senior bcrp.baltimorecity.gov ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks et2 11a.m.-4:30p.m. T 25 Sept 11a.m.-1:30p.m. TowersLakeview Th Cost: Free delicious ethnicfoods andfundraising activities. Age 50+: Socialgatheringfeaturing avariety of ANNUAL SOULFOODFUNDRAISER 20 Sept TowersLakeview Cost: Free discuss current events andsocialactivities. Age 50+: Monthlymeetingandfellowship to MEETING VIDEO ANDCURRENTEVENTDAY MONTHLY Oct Oct Hunt Valley Cost: $8 12 vegetables. Buses leave from Lakeview Towers. Amish Farmers Market. Purchase fresh fruitsand F Age 50+: Take atripto Hunt Valley for avisitto the TRIP TO AMISH FARMERS MARKET Oct TowersLakeview Cost: Free 8 itcanfacilitateand how relaxation. working Age 50+: Learn thebasictechniques for crochet M RELAXING THROUGH CROCHETINGCLASS 1:30-3:30 Oct p.m. TowersLakeview Cost: Free 3 the annualHeritageCelebration. Age 50+: Committee meetingfor theplanningof W CELEBRATION MEETING PLANNING 12:30-2:30 ACTIVITIES CLUB 26THANNUAL HERITAGE p.m. Oct Sept TowersLakeview 16 Cost: Free 27 playing board andcard games. T Age 50+: Enjoy andevening ofsocialfellowship 7-10 LAKEVIEW TOWERS CLUB ACTIVITY Th 7-10 p.m. p.m. ● www.twitter.com/recnparks 10:30 a.m.-2:30p.m. SPIRIT OF BALTIMORE LUNCHEON CRUISE & BINGO TRIP TO MARYLAND CASINO LIVE

Age 50+: Enjoy a delicious buffet luncheon Age 50+: Day trip to Anne Arundel County’s SENIORS including salads, roasted chicken, Alaskan salmon, Maryland Casino Live. apricot glazed pork loin, cheese pasta bake, garlic Cost: $15 mashed potatoes, vegetable medley & dessert. Lakeview Towers After playing Bingo, you will have time to view the Nov 9 F 11:30 a.m. beautiful waterfront scenery. We will board the Spirit at the Light Street Inner Harbor Promenade. JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR Cost: $44 DREAM COAT Baltimore Inner Harbor Age 50+: The delightful Andrew Lloyd Webber non- Oct 18 Th 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. stop musical is based on the Old Testament story of Joseph, favorite son of Jacob and interpreter of LAKEVIEW TOWERS ANNUAL PIZZA, HOT DOG Pharaoh’s dreams. The tale of Joseph, his eleven AND BINGO PARTY brothers and a father’s gift of a coat of many colors Age 50+: Join us for an afternoon of food and is sung joyously amidst the River Nile, the pyramids fellowship. What’s better than bingo, pizza and hot and palaces of ancient Egypt. This live, upbeat, dogs? musical score uses a variety of styles including Cost: Free country, calypso, ballad and rock. Lakeview Towers Cost: $48 Oct 23 T 1:30-4:30 p.m. Toby’s Dinner Theatre Baltimore Nov 15 Th 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. THE COLOR PURPLE PRESENTED BY TOBY’S AT COLUMBIA PHILADELPHIA BLACK HERITAGE TOUR Age 50+: The Color Purple is an inspiring family Age 50+: Join is for our annual excursion to saga that tells the unforgettable story of a woman Philadelphia for a tour and lunch. – through love – fi nds the strength to triumph Cost: $50 over adversity and discover her unique voice in the Bus departs from Lakeview Towers world. Set to a joyous score featuring jazz, ragtime, Nov 27 T 9 a.m.-7 p.m. gospel, and blues, The Color Purple is a story of hope, a testament to the healing power of love and PENNSYLVANIA CHRISTMAS AND CRAFT SHOW celebration of life. Age 50+: Enjoy shopping for thousands of hard-to- Cost: $48 fi nd gift items for family and home at reasonable Toby’s Columbia Dinner Theatre prices. See decorated trees, train display, choral and Oct 24 W 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. musical groups, dance troupes and much more. There is a large cafeteria on the second fl oor and LAKEVIEW TOWERS ANNUAL HALLOWEEN concessions stands located throughout the show MASQUERADE PARTY offering a variety of food and drinks. The cafeteria Age 50+: Dress up in your best costume to celebrate is accessible by stairs or by elevator. Trip requires a Halloween. For members of Lakeview Towers only lot of walking. Please wear comfortable shoes. Cost: Free Cost: $37 Lakeview Towers Harrisburg, PA Oct 27 S 1:30-6:30 p.m. Nov 29 Th 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

SHOPPING AT GETTYSBURG OUTLETS AMERICAN MUSIC THEATRE’S 2012 CHRISTMAS Age 50+: Join us as we enjoy a scenic autumn drive SHOW

to Southern Pennsylvania. You will have six hours Age 50+: It’s time to be dazzled and delighted with FALL 2012 of shopping at the outlets. Some of the stores musical merriment. The AMT singers, dancers and include: Dress Barn, Easy Spirit, Old Navy, Lane orchestra perform the very best holiday music, Bryant Outlet, etc. Enjoy lunch on your own at the dynamic dancing and sparkling holiday costumes. food court. The show is full of yuletide whimsy and winter Cost: $30 wonderland. After the show, enjoy a short ride to Gettysburg Outlets the Hershey Farm Restaurant for a complete family Nov 8 Th 8 a.m.-4 p.m. style lunch. You will have time for browsing in the

bcrp.baltimorecity.gov ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks ● www.twitter.com/recnparks 10 gift shop for holiday gifts and sweet treats from AEROBIC AND EXERCISE CLASS their fresh bakery Ticket cost includes show, lunch Age 50+: Low impact fi tness class geared toward (including tax and lunch gratuity) and motor coach older persons. transportation. Cost: Free Cost: $80 Lakeview Towers Lancaster, PA March 7 Th 1:30-2:30 p.m. Dec 5 W 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

FALL 2012 FALL PINNOCHLE AND CHESS TOURNAMENT JAZZ WITH SANTA CLAUS CHRISTMAS PARTY Age 50+: Enjoy social fellowship and learn basic Age 50+: Annual Christmas party featuring jazz, card skills and board games. fellowship and Santa! Cost: Free Cost: Free Lakeview Towers Lakeview Towers March 14 Th 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dec 19 W 1-3:30 p.m. ANNUAL BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION PRE NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY AT MARTIN’S WEST Age 50+: Trip to the Golden Corral all-you-can-eat Age 50+: WELCOME 2013! This is the annual buffet to celebrate birthdays and browsing the holiday event Baltimore seniors look forward to. mall in Arundel Mills. This event is sponsored jointly by the Oliver Center, Cost: $20 Zeta Center and Baltimore City Recreation and Golden Corral and Arundel Mills Mall (Bus leaves Parks’ Senior Citizens Division. Come join us and from Lakeview Towers) wear your sparkling holiday attire to bring in the March 21 Th 11 a.m.-4 p.m. new year. Musical entertainment will be provided for your dancing pleasure. HEALTH FAIR AND SCREENING WITH BALTIMORE Cost: $54 CITY HEALTH DEPARTMENT Martin’s West Age 50+: Take control of your health. Take Dec 28 F 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. advantage of a variety of health screenings and gather information on various health care 26th ANNUAL BLACK HERITAGE CELEBRATION resources. Age 50+: Celebrating African American Culture Cost: Free with song, dance, drama, spoken word and good Lakeview Towers food. Invited guests only. March 28 Th noon-3:30 p.m. Cost: Free Lakeview Towers Feb 26 T 3-7 p.m. SENIORS

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Lead a healthy and active lifestyle with BCRP! Whether Cost: $300 per team you enjoy organized team sports like baseball and Chick Webb and Edgewood/Lyndhurst Recreation football or fi tness class like Zumba or Yoga we have Centers and Lake Clifton High School something for you. Dec 26-29 W-Sa 6,7,8 p.m.

BASEBALL CO-ED ADULT LEAGUE REGISTRATION FALL BASEBALL Age 18+: Register for this co-ed adult league that Age 13-15: Participants will learn the fundamentals begins in January. Registration includes t-shirts of baseball and participate in and organized and awards. league. Cost: $300 per team Cost: $50 per team Lake Clifton High School Carroll Park Nov 12-Dec 14 Sept 9-Nov 11 Su 10 a.m. FOOTBALL BASKETBALL YOUTH TACKLE FOOTBALL 3-ON-3 WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL Age 5-7: They have battle all season and now TOURNAMENT the fi ght is on for the championship. Enjoy these Ages 16+: Teams must have three to fi ve players. playoff games at various recreation centers around Entry fee includes t-shirt for each team member and the city. For more information and game schedules prizes for top three teams. Six-Point Classifi cation call 410.396.0848. - At no time in a game shall a team have players Cost: Free participating whose total point value exceed the Game locations – Carroll, DeWees, Druid Hill and six-point limit. Note: If female player(s) are part of Swan Park the team, there shall be a reduction (in accordance Sept 1-Oct 20 Sa 9:30 a.m. with NWBA rules) in their classifi cation when on 11 a.m. the fl oor. Call 410-396-1550 for more information. 12:30 p.m. Cost: $50 per team Patterson Park Farring Baybrook Recreation Center Sept 1-Oct 20 F 6:30 p.m. Sept 29 Sa noon 8 p.m.

FALL/WINTER BASKETBALL LEAGUE ICE SKATING Age 5-18: Hoop it up during this citywide co-ed OPEN SKATING SESSION basketball league. Registration includes offi cials All Ages: Bundle up and take a spin on the ice fees and awards. Registration runs Oct. 15 during one of our great public skating sessions! through Nov. 16. Playoffs are Feb. 23 and March 2. Ice skating is a healthy and exciting activity the Championships are March 9. Call 410-396-0848 for whole family can enjoy awith convenient sessions more information. scheduled throughout the week. Cost: $550 per team Cost: $ 4 admission; $2 skate rental Chick Webb and Edgewood/Lyndhurst Recreation Mt. Pleasant Ice Arena Centers and Lake Clifton High School Sept 1-Dec 31 M-Th noon-2 p.m. FALL 2012 Dec 1-Feb 16 Sa 10 a.m.-4 p.m. F,Sa 8:30-10:30 p.m. Sa,Su 3-5 p.m. MAYOR’S HOLIDAY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT Dominic “Mimi” DiPietro Ice Rink Ages 5-18: Hoop it up during this co-ed double T,Th 11 a.m.-2 p.m. elimination tournament. Registration includes F 7-9 p.m. offi cial fees, t-shirt and awards. An All-Academic Sa,Su 3-5 p.m. team will also be in each age group. Sa 7-9 p.m.

bcrp.baltimorecity.gov ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks ● www.twitter.com/recnparks 12 HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR SKATEBOARD AND BIKE CONTEST All Ages: Enjoy a spooky night of skating. There All Ages: Enjoy this monthly skateboard and bike will be spooktacular balloon sculptures and contest. Winners earn awards and bragging rights. refreshments, including cookies and a witches Contest has three judges. Contestants get two one- brew punch. Skaters are encouraged to wear a minute runs. Judged on the point system 1 to 10. costume. Participant with the most points wins. Registration Cost: $4 admission; $2 skate rental begins at 10 a.m.

FALL 2012 FALL Dominic “Mimi” DiPietro Ice Rink Cost: Free Oct 26 F 7-9 p.m. Carroll Park Skate and Bike Facility Sept 23 Sa 11 a.m.-3 p.m. THANKSGIVING TURKEY SKATE Oct 21 Sa 11 a.m.-3 p.m. All Ages: Gobble up the ice this Thanksgiving. Great Nov 18 Sa 11 a.m.-3 p.m. activity for families. Cost: $4 admission; $2 skate rental YOGA Dominic “Mimi” DiPietro Ice Rink YOGA IN THE GARDEN Nov 23 F 7-9 p.m. Age 18+: Yoga sessions will offer instruction for the beginner and practice for the experienced. PERFORMANCE TROUPE HOLIDAY ICE SHOW Take pleasure in the unique atmosphere while you All Ages: Participants from Youth and Adult relax and invigorate your well-being, at the same Performance will present a Holiday Ice Show time. Registration is on a fi rst come, fi rst served featuring solos and group skating performances. basis. Everyone must bring a yoga mat, water, and Cost: Free towel. Classes taught by a certifi ed yoga teacher Dec 9 Su 7 p.m. sponsored by Bare Hills Racquet and Fitness Club. Call 410-367-2217 for more information. SKATE WITH SANTA Cost: Free All Ages: Santa Claus is skating to town! And he’s Cylburn Arboretum (Formal Garden) making a pit stop in Baltimore. Join jolly old St. Nick Sept 1 Sa 8:30 a.m. for a spin around the ice and celebrate this holiday season with roasted marshmallows, hot chocolate FAMILY YOGA IN THE GARDEN and cookies. All Ages: Family yoga is an opportunity to Cost: $4 admission; $2 skate rental experience a new level of balance, strength and Mt. Pleasant Ice Arena and Dominic “Mimi” DiPietro peace in the family. The botanic garden provides Ice Rink the perfect tranquil environment to relax and Dec 15 Sa 3-5 p.m. receive the full benefi ts of the class. This is a great way to introduce children to the art of yoga and SOCCER physical fi tness. All levels welcome. Please bring FALL SOCCER CLINIC your own mat or blanket. No class on July 4 holiday. Age 7-15: Learn the fundamentals of soccer Cost: $6, Adults, $3, Children 12 and under including proper kicking technique, drills and Botanic Garden scoring. Sept 5-26 W 5 -6 p.m. Cost: Free Carroll Park ZUMBA Sept 19-Nov 7 W 4:30-6 p.m. Age 18+: Have fun, get in shape with the latest fi tness craze Zumba with the beautiful Conservatory as FALL SOCCER CLINIC your setting. Age 7-15: Learn the fundamentals of soccer Cost: Free including proper kicking technique, drills and Rawlings Conservatory (South Pavilion) scoring. Sept 12 W 5:30-6:30 p.m. Cost: Free Clifton Park Sept 18-Nov 13 T 4:30-6 p.m. SPORTS & FITNESS SPORTS

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AUTUMN LEAVES DISCO STICK SCULPTURE Age 18+: A monthly dance that allows adults with Age 18+: A creative class ,where participants learn disabilities to meet new friends and renew old to create art projects using glue and popsicle sticks. friendships. Cost: $15 Cost: $8 Sept 13-Dec 13 Th 10 a.m.-noon Sept 7 F 10 a.m.-1 p.m. CLAY CLASS CHILDREN’S THEATRE AND DANCE PROJECT Age 18+: This is therapeutic hands on program that Age 8-21: This is a popular program that has been culminates with 2 fi nished pieces that everyone is very successful teaching children with and without proud of. disabilities to sing, dance and act. The children Cost: $15 perform at least two productions a year. Sept 14-Dec 21 W 10 a.m.-noon Cost: Free Sept 8-June 18 Sa 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 3-ON-3 WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT JAZZERCISE Ages 16+: Teams must have three to fi ve players. Age 18+: A fun, low impact exercise program Entry fee includes t-shirt for each team member and taught by a certifi ed instructor. prizes for top three teams. Six-Point Classifi cation Cost: $15 - At no time in a game shall a team have players Sept 10-Dec 10 M 11 a.m.-noon participating whose total point value exceed the six-point limit. Note: If female player(s) are part of ARTS AND CRAFTS the team, there shall be a reduction (in accordance Age 18+: Adults with disabilities learn many art with NWBA rules) in their classifi cation when on forms in a class taught by an experienced teacher. the fl oor. Call 410-396-1550 for more information. Cost $15: Cost: $50 per team Sept 11-Dec 4 T 10 a.m.-noon Farring Baybrook Recreation Center Sept 29 Sa noon SPORT PROGRAM Age 18+: An introduction to various sports for adults with disabilities including basketball, whiffl e ball, bocce and other sports. Cost: $15 Sept 12-Dec 5 W 10 a.m.-noon FALL 2012

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Patterson Park at Pulaski Monument (Eastern and Linwood Avenues)

In the event of rain or extreme weather conditions, the Turtle Derby will be held at the Dominic “Mimi” DiPietro Ice Rink - 200 Linwood Ave.

For additional info, call Turtle Central at 410-396-6136 or email [email protected] or [email protected]. AsianTHE ART OF THE CHRYSANTHEMUM Roots:

OCT. 27-NOV. 11 WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY 10 A.M.-4 P.M.

Hundreds of chrysanthemums grown as traditional disbuds and sprays celebrate an ancient Asian culture that developed these plants for the royal families of the Emperors.

Saturday,Sneak Oct. 26 ● Peek6-8 p.m. ● $20

DEC. 8-30 WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY 10 A.M.-4 P.M.

Celebrate the holidays at the Conservatory! Winter Rose, Tapestry, Ice Punch, Dulce Rosa, Strawberries & Cream, and Fireworks are just a few of the spectacular varieties of poinsettias that will be on display.

Sneak Peek Saturday, Dec. 7 ● 6-8 p.m. ● $20 17 SPECIAL FACILITIES FALL 2012 resident nonprofi with theCylburn Arboretum Association (CAA), a manages Cylburn Arboretum in partnership and seasonalgardens. Division The Horticultural and features avariety oflarge specimentrees than two milesofnature trails, anhistoric mansion encompassing 207acres ofwoodlands. hasmore It Cylburn Arboretum isanature preserve www.cylburnassociation.org 410-396-0180 4915 Greenspring Ave. 21209 CYLBURN ARBORETUM contests. and skateboarding the monthlybiking to dusk, Monday through Sunday, in or participate Facility.and Skate from dawn Enjoy sports extreme thosewheelsspinningattheCarrollGet Park Bike 410-245-0613 800 Bayard St. 21223 (in Carroll Park) PARKCARROLL BIKEANDSKATE FACILITY naturalists are available for college students. for campcounselors, and classroom instructors a wildlife rescue center. Volunteer opportunities classroom, live reptile andamphibiandisplays and accessible andfeatures zoo, aninsect alarge to nameafew. The nature center iswheelchair and wildlife rescue, andbird andtree identifi nature andenvironmental suchasanimal activities Carrie Murray Nature Center provides exposure to 410-396-0808 Road21207 1901 Ridgetop Falls/Leakin(in Gwynns Park) MURRAYCARRIE NATURE CENTER view isspectacular! andmore.parties Come andseefor yourself. The special events, wedding receptions, birthday Center hasbeenthepremiere venue for meetings, Since 1987, theBaltimore Rowing andResource 410-396-3838 3301 Waterview Ave. 21230 Branch Park)(in Middle BALTIMORE ROWING ANDRESOURCESCENTER bcrp.baltimorecity.gov t organization. ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks cation, lobby. shopandafreestanding fi skate feet. There isbleacherseating, aconcession stand, The rinkisfull-sized, measuring200feet by 85 parties,birthday group rates andprivate rentals. until endofMarch. isavailableThe facility for from October sessionsandsledhockey skating features publicsessions, ice hockey, broomball, ice The Dominic “Mimi” DiPietro Family Center Skating 410-396-9392 200 S. Linwood Ave. 21224 (in Patterson Park) CENTER DOMINIC “MIMI” DIPIETROFAMILY SKATING them onthe Web at: www.mtpleasanticearena.com. rentals. The rinkisoperational allyear long. Visit venue for andgroup private is theperfect parties offeredactivities duringtheholidays. This facility are alsoavariety ofseasonalspecialevents and hockey, lessons. andskating sledhockey There x 85feet sessions, andoffers public skating ice Mt. PleasantIce Arena isfull-sized measuring 200 443-984-4075 6101 HillenRoad21239 MT. PLEASANTICEARENA Show inDecember. annual MumShow inNovember andthePoinsettia workshops andotherspecialevents. Checkoutthe venue for weddings,the perfect parties, meetings, Association.Conservatory is The Conservatory by thenon-profi supported the Bureau ofParks’ Divisionandis Horticultural ofBaltimoreBotanic Gardens ismanagedby The Howard Peters and Conservatory Rawlings 410-396-0008 Druid HillPark Falls atGwynns Parkway 21217 AND BOTANIC GARDENSOFBALTIMORE HOWARD PETERSRAWLINGS CONSERVATORY ● www.twitter.com/recnparks t groups, Baltimore replace inthemain NORTHWEST BALTIMORE PARK GOLF DRIVING UPTON BOXING CENTER RANGE 1901 Pennsylvania Ave. 21217 SPECIAL FACILITIES 410-664-2824 443-984-2258 Northwest Baltimore Park Golf Driving Range, “Take it to the Ring!” The youth boxing program located in the Mount Washington area of exposes participants to basic and advanced boxing Baltimore, operates from April to October. For more skills. Training includes proper exercises for warm information, including hours of operation, please up, proper movement and stance, shadow boxing call or visit www.baltimorecity.gov/recnparks. and more. Fitness, self-defense, an after-school program, computer lab, and universal gym (weight PATTERSON PARK BOAT LAKE room) classes are also offered. Eastern and Milton avenues 21224 (100 yards inside the park) WILLIAM J. MYERS SOCCER PAVILION 410-396-9392 4300 W. Bay Ave. 21225 The Patterson Park Boat Lake is a combination of 410-396-5782 open water and wetland habitat for fi sh, waterfowl The Men’s Cup Tournament, Coed Cup Tournament, and songbirds. Seasonal events are planned each the Mayor’s Holiday Tournament, Baltimore Blast year. Clinic and the in-house “Just for Fun” Leagues are just some of the many programs offered at the pavilion this fall. Come out and have a ball! FALL 2012

bcrp.baltimorecity.gov ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks ● www.twitter.com/recnparks 18 19 PARKS & TRAILS FALL 2012 Pass theHoward andBotanical Peters Conservatory Rawlings around loopadjacent 1.5milereservoir three fi winds 2.75milesthrough Park historic DruidHill andwraps Mill. Take ajourneythrough thesecond phaseofthe Trail that Trail, whichisnow 4.25milesfrom Penn Stationto Clipper adventure orhiking ontheJonesFalls biking Plan your next 443-984-4058 Outdoor Recreation Gallant, Molly Programmer (A memberoftheChesapeake Bay Gateways Network) 443-984-4058 [email protected]. For more information orto bookagroup outing, pleasecall Volunteer to helpremove invasive speciesortrailmaintenance. tours are available andhiking uponrequest.Guided biking roller skiing, orjustrelaxing. skating, country fi picnicking, biking, best-keep secrets, thismostlypaved trailisgreat for hiking, thatstretch overwith parklands 15miles. OneofBaltimore’s 30neighborhoodsinwestconnects andsouthwest Baltimore Come anddiscover Falls theGwynns Trail. This urbangreenway www.gwynnsfallstrail.org 443-984-4058 Outdoor Recreation Gallant, Molly Programmer (A memberoftheChesapeake Bay Gateways Network) 4501 Farring 21225 Court FARRING-BAYBROOK PARK Ave.2700 Madison 21217 DRUID HILLPARK Road21218 2801 Harford CLIFTON PARK 1500 Washington Blvd. 21230 PARKCARROLL 3001 Boston St. 21224 CANTON WATERFRONTPARK Some ofourmajorparklocationsinclude: baltimorecity.gov. something for everyone. For amore comprehensive listingof parkspleasevisitourweb site athttp://bcrp. Forest parks. parksprovide Oursmallercommunity areas to meetandgreet your neighbors. There istruly Sit quietlyandwatch birds by atPatterson thelake Park orplay arelaxing round ofgolfinClifton, Carroll and estate oryou maya beautifulcountry apeaceful walkinthewoods take onthebackroads ofDruidHillPark. there are over 300,000street trees andalarge inventory ofparktrees. You may fi featuresBaltimore City approximately andpublicspace. 6,000acres ofparkland borders,Within ourcity GWYNNS FALLS TRAIL JONES FALLS TRAIL bcrp.baltimorecity.gov shing, jogging, walking, sledding, cross ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks HERRING RUNPARK 1920 EagleDrive 21207 GWYNNS FALLS/LEAKIN PARK Ave.800 Battery 21230 HILLPARKFEDERAL 21230 Hanover Street and Waterview Avenue PARKMIDDLE BRANCH Road21206 3700 Harford tness stations. [email protected]. a group molly. outing, pleasecall443-984-4058ore-mail species ortrailmaintenance. For more information orto book available uponrequest. Volunteer to helpremove invasive tours andBikeBrunchesare walking Guided biking, emerge attheclipperMill. Enjoy thewooded hillsandscenic Park views ofDruidHill and the Three Sisters pondsandthe18-holediscgolfcourse. ZooGardens ofBaltimore, andcontinues past theMaryland [email protected]. a group molly. outing, pleasecall443-984-4058ore-mail species ortrailmaintenance. For more information orto book available uponrequest. Volunteer to helpremove invasive tours andBikeBrunches are walking Guided biking, and anexciting stream crossing. Roundtrip isabout8miles for somegreat ofopportunities off trail hasplenty Please note thatthistrailisnotsuitablefor roller skating. This jogging,walking, sledding, fi biking, Montebello, views picturesque ofHerring Runwhilehiking, areas andneighborhoods. Experience thescenic Lake trailsthroughon acombination ofpaved wooded anddirt This linearstream valleytrailwandersthrough 360acre park 443-984-4058 Outdoor Recreation Gallant, Molly Programmer HERRING RUN TRAIL ● www.twitter.com/recnparks RIVERSIDE PARK 2601-A E. Baltimore St. 21224 PATTERSON PARK Charles andMonumentstreets 21201 MT.PLACE VERNON 501 W. 30thSt. 21211 WYMAN PARK 1800 Covington St. 21225 nd yourself inthemiddleof shing andpicnicking. road riding TREEBALTIMORE

TreeBaltimore is an initiative led by Baltimore City WAYS YOU CAN HELP Department of Recreation and Parks to grow our Plant trees on your property; tree canopy by planting one tree at a time. Trees Care for the trees along the streets and other clean our water and air, reduce the effects of heat in neighborhood places; the summer and help lessen the impacts of global Start a neighborhood tree group; warming. Trees are essential to healthy, vibrant Organize tree planting and maintenance events; communities. The implementation of TreeBaltimore Take the Recreation and Parks’ Neighborhood Tree is an investment in our city’s future. Steward training class; Volunteer with Recreation and Parks or local A tree canopy is the percent of a city’s land area greening groups; covered by trees. When looking down at a city from Receive a FREE tree from the Department of a bird’s eye view, the tree canopy is the amount of Recreation and Parks; land covered by leaves and branches. Many cities Apply for the City’s matching grant program. in the U.S., including Baltimore, have seen a major reduction in trees and forest cover over the past Every member of the Baltimore community has a several decades. role to play in growing our tree canopy and a stake in the outcome of TreeBaltimore. TREES IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE: Greener neighborhoods are linked to better overall For more information on TreeBaltimore and for health; volunteer opportunites, please contact Charles Two mature trees can provide a lifetime supply of Murphy at [email protected]. oxygen for a family of four; Green spaces with trees draw neighbors outdoors, encourage walking, physical activity and interaction with others.

TreeBaltimore strives to increase the urban tree canopy through the establishment, management and preservation of trees. To reach our goal of 40% tree canopy cover by 2030, we partner with individual homeowners as well as communities, schools, and businesses. TreeBaltimore is a mayoral initiative led by the Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks in partnership with Blue Water Baltimore, the

Parks & People Foundation, and FALL 2012 the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay with support from Constellation Energy.

Volunteer for one of our events or donate today by visiting www. TreeBaltimore.org.

bcrp.baltimorecity.gov ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks ● www.twitter.com/recnparks 20 21 GREAT OUTDOORS FALL 2012 Sept Sept South Stony Run Trail Cost: Free, $5donationsuggested 8 baltimorecity.gov or443-984-4058. For more information molly.gallant@ contact Sa walk islimited to 20peoplesopleaseRSVPearly. 9-11 in thelotacross from theStieffSilver building. This Avenue and Wyman Park Drive. Parking isavailable are welcome. p.m.We willmeetatthecorner ofSisson andpavednatural trails. surfaces on leashes Dogs Routes willrange from aneight-mileadventure on moonlit trails andexplore theminanewlight. Age 13+: Take afunguidedwalkthrough the MOONLIGHT HIKE Sept Branch ParkMiddle Cost: Free, $5donationsuggested 7 baltimorecity.gov or443-984-4058. or more information molly.gallant@ pleasecontact F yourearly to reserve spotinacanoe. For questions 6-8 Branch.the Middle Space islimited. PleaseRSVP Age 11+: We willprovide for paddling everything p.m. OPEN ROW Sept Carrie Murray Nature Center Cost: $4 1 Please pre-register. a littlesomethingto plantyourself. Nopetsplease. Sa Come withusandleave spendtheafternoon with noon-2 to thrive inSpring? Want theanswers? to know winter, andwhatplantsneedto beplanted now throughout thefall? the What plantswillsurvive p.m. pollinators like, butterfl All Ages: What plantsshouldyou plantto support FALL PLANTING levels.interests andskill few. isdesignedtoaccommodate many Eachactivity canoeing, hiking, kayaking tonamea andcycling and offersexciting adventures suchasgroupoutings, RecreationoperatesOutdoor throughouttheyear bcrp.baltimorecity.gov ies andhummingbirds, ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks Sept Sept Sept Ave.3300 Waterview 18 Cost: Free, $5donationsuggested 15 [email protected] or443-984-4058. For questionsor more information pleasecontact T 6-8 yourPlease RSVPearlyto reserve spotinacanoe. Sa 9 Branch Park.shore lineofMiddle Space islimited. cleaning upallthesummerrain leftovers from the p.m. Branch and great morningofpaddlingtheMiddle a.m.-noon Age 11+: We willprovide neededfor a everything NSCOOPCANOE Sept Conservatory Rawlings Cost: Free 12 sponsored by BlackBottom Farms. All Ages: Farm &Animalcare demonstrations 4-H DEMONSTRATION W 3:30-7:30 p.m. highlighted onthewalkinclude Amsonia, White source of theingredients. Examples ofperennials process,making thenutritionalbenefi representative from Atwaters willdiscussthesoup The walkwillfocus onperennials andpollinators. A followed by soupandsaladprepared by Atwaters. trails withaCylburn naturalist for aguidedwalk, Age 18+: Discover thegardens andwoodland SOUP N’ WALK SERIES Sept Carrie Murray Nature Center Cost: $2, $1children 5andunder 22 Please pre-register. togreat themall!Nopetsplease. introduction This program willgive you andyour children a Sa noon-2 reptiles, insects, spiders, amphibians, andmore! All Ages: The Nature Center ishometo birds ofprey, KIDS LOVE CRITTERS p.m. Sept Conservatory Rawlings Cost: Free 19 living inDruidHillPark. tour andlearnaboutnative trees andotherplants All Ages: naturalist Glenda joincity Weber for atree W 5:30-6:30 DRUID HILLPARK TREE TOUR p.m. ● www.twitter.com/recnparks ts, andthe Wood Aster, New England Aster, Joe Pye Weed, BUG-A-BOO

New York Ironweed, Goldenrod, White and Pink All Ages: Where do insects go in winter? Does GREAT OUTDOORS Turtleheads, Dittany, Black-Eyed Susan, plus something scare them away? Learn which insects Viburnum and Spicebush with fruit. Registration winter over, which ones migrate (yes, migrate!), and is limited. Call 410-367-2217 to register. Fee due at which ones die off. Come in a costume and win the time of registration. a prize! After the program, join us around the fi re Cost: $25 to roast marshmallows and make a craft. No pets Cylburn Arboretum (Mansion House) please. Please pre-register. Sept 22 Sa 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $4; $2 children 5 and under Perennials and Pollinators Carrie Murray Nature Center Oct 25 Th 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct 20 Sa noon-2 p.m. Nature’s Palette-Cylburn Color Nov 11 Su 11 a.m.-1 p.m. ROCK SWAP Tree Identifi cation All Ages: Join your fellow rock enthusiasts for an afternoon of rock and crystal swapping and NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY FULL MOON stone identifi cation. Learn about the properties HIKE AND CAMP FIRE and powers of your stones. Bring your knowledge, Age : Enjoy an evening of full-moon adventures books, and enthusiasm. Refreshments will be including hikes, hay rides, marshmallow roasting provided. No pets please. Please pre-register. and music. Come and explore moonlit trails by Cost: $1 foot or hay ride. Enjoy a marshmallow snack. Carrie Murray Nature Center Please RSVP or for questions and information Nov 3 Sa noon-2 p.m. please contact [email protected] or 443-984-4058. TURKEY TIME Cost: Free, but $5 donation appreciated All Ages: It’s almost turkey time! Join us for turkey Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park related crafts and a “cupcake walk!” A good turkey Sept 29 Sa 7-11 p.m. time will be had by all! No pets please. Please pre- register. WILD IMAGES Cost: $5 All Ages: Spend the day with our birds of prey! Take Carrie Murray Nature Center pictures of our resident injured and orphaned birds Nov 10 Sa noon-2 p.m. in natural settings. Whether you are a professional or a novice, take advantage of taking pictures of A CRITTER HOLIDAY these beautiful animals up close. No pets please. All Ages: Sometimes the animals have a hard time Please pre-register. fi nding enough to eat during the winter months. Cost: $30 Join us in decorating a holiday tree that also helps Carrie Murray Nature Center feed our feathered and furred friends! Let’s make Oct 6 Sa 10 a.m.-3 p.m. their holiday special too! No pets please. Please pre-register. RECYCLED TREASURES Cost: $4; $2 children 5 and under All Ages: Stop by the Carrie Murray Nature Center Carrie Murray Nature Center any time between 10am and 3pm and make your Dec 1 Sa noon-2 p.m. own craft from recycled materials! While you’re here, check out all of our resident rescued animals. FROZEN FOOTPRINTS No pets please. All Ages: Whose paw print is that? Join us for a

Cost: $1 winter hike and learn to identify animals by their FALL 2012 Carrie Murray Nature Center footprints. It’s amazing to learn whom you just Oct 13 Sa 10 a.m.-3 p.m. missed! No pets please. Please pre-register. Nov 17 Sa 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $2; $1 children 5 and under Dec 15 Sa 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Carrie Murray Nature Center Dec 8 Sa noon-2 p.m.

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Located in Druid Hill Park next to the Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory Wednesdays, June 6 – Sept. 26 3:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Local Produce, Fresh Herbs, Baked Goods, Free Range Chicken Eggs, Free Range Meats, Free Family Yoga, Live Music, Kid's Crafts, Artisan Crafts, Hay Rides, Free Plant Workshops, Garden Supplies, Children's Story Hour, Free Art/Photography Workshops, 4-H Demonstrations, Hula Hoops, Nutrition Workshops and our World-Renowned Market Sprinkler

For more information, please call 443.469.8274 or 410.396.0008 or visit www.druidhillpark.org or www.rawlingsconservatory.org. CARRIE MURRAY NATURE CENTER

Come hike the trails around the Nature Center and the Nature Center grounds to see some of the many art installations that celebrate nature and creativity. All installations are by local artists and environmentalists. Installations will be on display throughout the fall.

The Carrie Murray Nature Center is located at 1901 Ridgetop Road-21207.

For more information, please call (410) 396-0808, or visit us on the Web at: www.carriemurraynaturecenter.org. 25 NATURE FALL 2012 Through thisfun workshop studentsofallages free Stilt Walking Workshops for beginninglevels. Ages 10+: NanaProjects Studiowillteach aseriesof STILT WALKING FORBEGINNERS Sept Conservatory Rawlings Cost: Free 5 in preparation for colder weather. plants inside, andcare andfeeding ofyour garden W planted now spring, for next whento bringtender 5:30-6:30 the garden for fall. Annediscusseswhatcanbe Fleshman asshegives us pointers onpreparing p.m.All Ages: JoinBaltimore Contained owner Anne WORKSHOPPLANT Dec Nov Oct 4 Sept 6 Cylburn Arboretum (Greenhouse Classroom) T 2 7-9 Cost: Free 4 T 7-9 baltimorebirdclub.org) for more information. T 7-9 Check theBaltimore Bird Club website (www. p.m. T Age 18+: Lectures ondifferent ofbirding. aspects 7-9 p.m. BALTIMORE BIRDCLUB LECTURE p.m. p.m. Dec Nov Oct 2 Sept 4 Conservatory Rawlings Su 7 Cost: Free, buta$5donationisappreciated 1:30-3:30 2 Su fun. Su 1:30-3:30 to learnwhilehavingquestions andanexpectation 1:30-3:30 Su p.m. withyou.share theirknowledge Come withyour 1:30-3:30 p.m.Baltimore’s are Master Gardeners onhandto p.m. Age 18+: The fi GARDENER p.m. PLANTS &PEOPLESUNDAY: ASKAMASTER active thisfall! BCRPencouragesin between you togetoutand nature center. From andeverything tohiking biking one ofourbeautifultrails orvisitthecity’s only Canoe thequietwaters Branch ofMiddle Park, hike Take ofBaltimore’s inthebeauty natural wonders. bcrp.baltimorecity.gov month rst Sunday ofevery ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks STATION PLANTS &PEOPLESUNDAY: EXPLORATION Sept Sept Sept 22 Cylburn Arboretum (Greenhouse Classroom) 15 Cost: $60for seriesor$25perclass 8 410-367-2217. Sa 10 all3sessionsintheseries.taking Register by calling Sa Sa 10 advantageso take ofthediscount offered when 10 series. Eachsessionwillbuildupontheprevious a.m.-noon Design Workshop. This isthefi a.m.-noon Show judgepresents thisexciting, educational a.m.-noon Age 18+: Handley, Jackie anAccredited Flower FLORAL DESIGN101 WORKSHOP Dec Dec Nov Oct 9 Sept 11 Conservatory Rawlings Su 14 Cost: Free, buta$5donationisappreciated 1:30-3:30 9 Su young scholarsthrough avariety offunactivities. Su 1:30-3:30 setting. Eachmonthtopics are chosento engage 1:30-3:30 Su p.m. and explore avariety oftopics inarelaxed, fun 1:30-3:30 toas youth discover are provided anopportunity p.m. Age 6-12: Joinusthesecond Sunday ofthemonth p.m. p.m. Sept Sept Cylburn Arboretum House) (Mansion Cost: Free 5 the website atwww.nanaprojects.com. nanaprojects.com orcall 443-919-6980. Checkout W Please register aheadoftimeby emailinginfo@ 6-8 possible. thisproject to make Stiltsare provided. Recreationand Baltimore &Parks City for helping p.m.Special thanksto theParks &People Foundation exercise! isempowering It andmostofallitisfun! in your work andyour life. Stilt Walking isgreat have to becautiousyou RISKS!BigRisks cantake thing. Learning to fallsafely meansyou nolonger walk. WHY STILT? Conquering fear isapowerful on acampaignto teach 1,000Baltimoreans to stilt will learnto stiltwalk. NanaProjects isembarking

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Age 2-5: Join Cylburn Education Program Manager Age 2-5: Third Sundays are not to be missed. NATURE Lili Levy for an hour of books and activities related Introduce your pre-K and early-aged elementary to nature. Ms. Levy has an extensive background in children to nature and plants in a relaxed fun education and a love of nature. Ms. Levy is the camp setting. Monthly topics are designed to engage director and a master naturalist. Reservations are your young scholar through a variety of fun required; please call 410-367-2217 to register or for activities. more information. Cost: Free, but a $5 donation is appreciated Cost: $1 and/or donations appreciated Rawlings Conservatory Cylburn Arboretum (Mansion House) Sept 16 Su 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sept 11 Tu 11 a.m.-noon Oct 21 Su 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sept 25 Tu 11 a.m.-noon Nov 18 Su 1:30-3:30 p.m. Oct 9 Tu 11 a.m.-noon Dec 16 Su 1:30-3:30 p.m. Oct 23 Tu 11 a.m.-noon Nov 6 Tu 11 a.m.-noon KIDS STORY TIME AND CRAFTS Nov 20 Tu 11 a.m.-noon Age 3-8: The Conservatory grounds provide the Dec 4 Tu 11 a.m.-noon perfect background for the kids to enjoy story time Dec 18 Tu 11 a.m.-noon while gathered around the living chair. Cost: Free 4-H DEMONSTRATION Rawlings Conservatory (Living Chair) All Ages: Farm & Animal care demonstrations Sept 19 W 5:30-6:30 p.m. sponsored by Black Bottom Farms. Cost: Free MACRAME WORKSHOP Rawlings Conservatory All Ages: Learn the fi ne craft of knot-making and Sept 12 W 3:30-7:30 p.m. create your own plant hanger to take home. Cost: Free THE PRACTICAL VEGETABLE GARDENER SERIES: Rawlings Conservatory A-Z PRACTICES Sept 19 W 5:30-6:30 p.m. Age 18+: So, this is the year that you want to plant a vegetable garden! The practical vegetable MONARCHS, MILKWEED AND MIGRATION gardener series will help you make your dream All Ages: Join Cylburn Naturalist Kathy Kadow for garden come true. Learn what practices will ensure this family program about the Monarch Butterfl y. your success with experienced and knowledgeable Learn about their dependence on Milkweed as gardeners. Reservations required; please call 410- a host plant, their life cycle and their amazing 367-2217 to register or for more information. migration to the Oyamel Fir Forest of Mexico. Cost: $10 We will also learn about Monarch tagging and Cylburn Arboretum (Greenhouse Classroom) hopefully have a few Monarchs to tag and release Sept 15 Sa 10 a.m. in the Gardens at Cylburn. For reservations call 410-367-2217. GARDEN PAINT OUT Cost: $5 Age 18+: During this special event, a professional Cylburn Arboretum (Greenhouse Classroom) artist Paul Moscott will demonstrate Plein air Sept 19 W 6-7:30 p.m. painting, and then work with students as they paint on site after lunch. Please bring your own CYLBURN SUNDAY FOLKTALE SERIES supplies. Reservations required. Visit www. All Ages: Join professional storytellers from the

mapapa.shuttlepod.org and click on events. Baltimore Folk Music Society for an afternoon of FALL 2012 Cost: Free stories related to nature. Perfect for families looking Cylburn Arboretum for a Sunday afternoon activity at the Arboretum. Sept 16 Su 11 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information please call 410-367-2217. Cost: Free Cylburn Arboretum (Vollmer Center) Sept 23 Su 1-3 p.m. Oct 21 Su 1-3 p.m.

bcrp.baltimorecity.gov ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks ● www.twitter.com/recnparks 26 27 NATURE FALL 2012 c 0 a 10a.m.-noon Sa 20 Oct Cylburn Arboretum (Greenhouse Classroom) Cost: $25 included. Register by calling410-367-2217. Allsupplies and allaround fundesignerwill bethepresenter. President FGCofMD, National Flower Show judge piece for theirHalloween table. LindaMasland, afun willmake and participants Witch’s Hatcenter Age 18+: Halloween designswillbepresented WORKSHOP 7-9p.m. TRICKS AND TREATS: AHALLOWEEN FLORAL T 2 Oct Cylburn Arboretum (Greenhouse Classroom) Cost: Free baltimorebirdclub.org) for more information. Check theBaltimore Bird Club website (www. All Ages: Lectures ondifferent ofbirding. aspects BALTIMORE BIRDCLUB LECTURE 1:30-3:30p.m. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Su 30 Dec 30 Sept Su Conservatory Rawlings Cost: Free, buta$5donationisappreciated call 410-396-0008. rawlingsconservatory.org for more information or the fi All Ages: Free on tours oftheConservatory TOURS PLANTS &PEOPLESUNDAY: CONSERVATORY 5:30-6:30p.m. 26 Sept W Conservatory Rawlings Cost: Free more to celebrate thegrowth ofthelivingChair! All Ages: Enjoy anevening ofstories, and crafts LIVING CHAIRCELEBRATION 1:30-3:30p.m. 1:30-3:30p.m. Su 23 Dec 1:30-3:30p.m. Su Nov 25 1:30-3:30p.m. Su 28 Oct 23 Sept Su Conservatory Rawlings Cost: Free, buta$5donationisappreciated topic andanswers your scientifi Dr. AlanStone. Dr. Stone willdiscussthemonthly Age 13+: University professor JoinJohnsHopkins PLANTS &PEOPLESUNDAY: ASK THE SCIENTIST Sundayfth oftheMonth! www.Visit bcrp.baltimorecity.gov c questions. ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks o 7 a 10a.m.-2 p.m. 10a.m.-2 p.m. 10a.m.-2p.m. Sa Nov 17 Sa 10a.m.-2p.m. Nov 10 Sa Nov 3 Sa 27 Oct Cylburn Arboretum House) (Mansion Cost: $285 x104 to register; fee dueattimeof registration. ofBotanicalArtists.Society Call 410-367-2217 andisamemberoftheAmerican and Illustration and atBrookside SchoolofBotanical Art Gardens Academy atGage studied BotanicalIllustration encouraging atmosphere. MollyHoopes Instructor for theirwork. Smallclassescreate apositive and will refi andskills,knowledge andexperienced artists lasting plantportraits. Beginnerswillacquire new techniques to create beautifuland and artistic toLearn render plantsinscientifi skills and climate changedrastically theenvironment. for teaching aboutplants, ashabitatdegradation renderings. isanincreasingly popularmethod It plants through beautifulandscientifi and science to communicate information about formcenturies-old combining traditional art art Age 18+: isa andIllustration BotanicalArt FALL BOTANICAL ART ANDILLUSTRATION 10 a.m.-4p.m. W-Su 27-Nov 11 Oct Conservatory Rawlings Cost: Free, adonationisappreciated royal familiesof theEmperors. Asian culture thatdeveloped theseplantsfor the traditional disbudsandsprays celebrate anancient All Ages: grown as Hundreds ofchrysanthemums CHRYSANTHEMUM CULTURE 6-8p.m. ASIAN ROOTS: ACELEBRATION OF F 26 Oct Conservatory Rawlings Cost: $20 Conservatory. great theshow company andthe whilesupporting Extravaganza! EnjoyChrysanthemum lite fare and Age 18+: Bethefi SNEAK PEEK: FALL CHRYSANTHEMUM SHOW Baltimore art community.Baltimore art Works ofestablished event. and Doug Tsongie are deeplyrooted inthe and Tsongie chairsofthe Hamilton ashonorary Art” Reception ispleased to have Gallery Doug All Ages: The Cylburn Arboretum’s “Celebration of RECEPTION CELEBRATION OFART GALLERY EXHIBITAND ne techniques andfi ● www.twitter.com/recnparks rst to seetheannualFall nd fresh directions cally accurate c detail c regional artists depicting the Cylburn grounds SNEAK PEAK: HOLIDAY SHOW will be for sale. Guests can view and purchase the Age 18+: Be the fi rst to celebrate the holidays at NATURE artwork, and mingle with some of the artists who the Rawlings Conservatory! Savor lite fare, see created it. Attendees will vote for “best of show” spectacular arrangements of poinsettias-- both prizes for artists who best evoke Cylburn. Funds unusual cultivars as well as old favorites, and enjoy raised will support the arboretum. Call 410-367- great company while supporting the Rawlings 2217 for information. Conservatory. Cost: $75 Cost: $20 Cylburn Arboretum (Vollmer Center) Rawlings Conservatory Nov 3 Sa 5-8 p.m. Dec 7 F 6-8 p.m.

CYLBURN LECTURE: PETER BRUEGEL AND TREES POINSETTIA AND GREENS SALE All Ages: Dr. Leopoldine Prosperetti, Art Professor at All Ages: Annual greens sale will be held in the Towson University, is working on a book about the Cylburn greenhouses. Greens, wreaths, and representation of trees in art, and has developed a poinsettias will be available. Call 410-396-0180 for talk about Peter Bruegel and the trees depicted in information. his works. The lecture will begin at 2 p.m. followed Cost: Free admission; Cost of plants purchased by a viewing of the Celebration of Art works Cylburn Arboretum (Greenhouses) displayed in the Vollmer Center. Please call 410- Dec 7-9 F-Su 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 367-2217 to reserve a place. Cost: $15 DECORATE NATURE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Cylburn Arboretum (Vollmer Center) All Ages: Create a decoration for an outside tree Nov 4 Su 2 p.m. for your favorite backyard animals. Using natural products, garlands will be created to string on a VOLLMER EXHIBIT: CELEBRATION OF ART EXHIBIT tree. Call 410-367-2217 for information. All Ages: Works of art inspired by Cylburn will be Cost: $15 on sale during this weeklong exhibit. The proceeds Cylburn Arboretum will benefi t the artist and arboretum. This is a great Dec 8 Sa 10 a.m.-noon opportunity to fi nd a gift of art. Please call 410- 367-2217 for information. HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Cost: Free All Ages: Enjoy a festive Open House at the Cylburn Arboretum (Vollmer Center) Conservatory. Treats, kids crafts and a visit from Nov 4-8 Su,T-Th 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Santa Claus! Cost: Free, but a $5 donation is appreciated WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP Rawlings Conservatory Age 18+: Create unique, festive boxwood wreaths Dec 9 Su 1-4 p.m. to usher in the holiday season led by Cylburn Gardener Pat Sherman. Wreath-making is one HOLIDAY DISPLAY/POINSETTIA SHOW of the easiest and most popular holiday crafts. All Ages: Enjoy hundreds of poinsettias set in a Ms. Sherman is an experienced wreath-maker. magical holiday display. This annual tradition has Included in the price is a soft touch double rail been a Baltimore favorite for more than 100 years. clamp-on ring used to construct the wreaths. The Cost: Free, but a $5 donation is appreciated frame is reusable. Bring clippers, 3 ½ to 4 feet of Rawlings Conservatory wired edged ribbon for a puff bow, and other Dec 8-30 W-Su 10 a.m.-4 p.m. decorative items to add. Make this workshop a

holiday tradition! Wreath size: 24 inches. Call 410- FALL 2012 367-2217 to register. Payment is required at the time of registration. Space is limited. Cost: $45; $20 for each additional wreath Cylburn Arboretum (Greenhouse Classroom) Dec 5 W 6:30-8:30 p.m.

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Visit the BCRP Web site at www.baltimorecity.gov/recnparks and click on the GovDelivery logo to get started. 31 PERMITS FALL 2012 11 a.m. -7p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4p.m. and Wednesdays from Our Permits Offi obtained by visitingthepermitsoffi www.baltimorecity.gov/recnparks/permits orcanbe Applications canbefound onourwebsite: 3001 EASTDRIVE, BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21217 DRUID HILLPARK RALPH W. E. JONESADMINISTRATION BUILDING PERMITS OFFICE hand delivered to: non-refundable applicationfee, mustbemailedor a completed Permit Applicationform, alongwitha To anarea obtainapermitto for reserve your event, PERMIT APPLICATION PROCESS or [email protected]. event onparkproperty, pleasecall410-396-7070 For additionalinformation aboutorganizing an park regulations, laws orordinances. orcity at any timefor anunauthorized useorviolationof unauthorized use, andmay revoke anissuedpermit the rightto refuse to issueany permitfor an • ofRecreation andParksThe Department reserves • We donotaccept faxed applications. be considered for processing. answered andaccompanied by theapplicationfee to requested onthe applicationmustbecompletely special events asearlypossible. Allinformation basis,served sopleasesubmityour applicationsfor • Park Permits willbeissuedonafi INFORMATION:GENERAL older withavalid photo ID. Permits willonlybeissuedto persons21years or ofRecreation andParks. Department Baltimore City ofthe thatisunderthejurisdiction use ofproperty ofBaltimoreThe requires City apermitfor organized Want orspecialevent park? tohave inacity your party bcrp.baltimorecity.gov ce isopento thepublicMonday, Tuesday ● www.facebook.com/baltimore.recnparks ce. rtcm, fi rst-come, rst PRIVATE EVENTS according to location. Application Fee: $75. Event Fees Impact vary 75 days priorto event date. Non-Refundable Inner Harborvenues. Applicationsmust bereceived Inner HarborPermit INNER HARBOREVENTS PUBLICORPRIVATE Event Fees Impact according vary to location. to event date. Non-RefundableApplicationFee: $75. Applications mustbereceived atleast75days prior or anevent thatwillincludebeer, wineoralcohol. vending orsellingoffood andbeverages willoccur, attendance of250–2,499, orany event where public, orpublicprivate events withexpected Special Event Permit accordingvary to location. Refundable ApplicationFee: $150. Event Fees Impact be received 120days priorto event date. Non- attendance ofover 2,500. Applicationsmust Festival Permit ATTENDANCE OFMORE THAN 250PERSONS. EXPECTED EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLICOR WITH AN and Pavilion fees by location. vary refundable applicationfee: $35. Park Fees Impact must bereceived 30days priorto event date. Non- attendanceexpected oflessthan250. Applications parties,(birthday familygatherings, etc.) with General Park Use Permit NOT OPEN TO PUBLIC&UNDER250PERSONS THE GENERAL corresponds to your event type. for events. Pleaseusetheproper applicationthat issuesfour ofPark types The Use Department Permits ARE ACCEPTED. NO CASH, PERSONALCHECKSORCREDITCARDS BE PAID BYMONEYORDERORCERTIFIED CHECK. APPLICATION FEEANDAREA/IMPACT FEESMUST THURSDAYS TO PROCESSAPPLICATIONS THE PERMITS OFFICEISCLOSED TO THE PUBLICON ● www.twitter.com/recnparks – for events withanexpected –any event opento thegeneral –for allevents to beheldat –for private events Baltimore City Recreation and Parks Department 3001 East Drive, Baltimore MD 21217 410-396-7900 www.baltimorecity.gov/recnparks Program Registration Form

Person fi lling out this registration form must be the parent or legal guardian of the participant. Please fi ll out completely and return to the Recreation Center location at which the program takes place.

Participant’s Name: ______Date of Birth _____/_____/_____ Age: ______Sex: M _____ F _____ Grade:______(Completed 6/____) My child has a disability that requires a special accommodation. ____ Yes ____ No If yes, please explain briefl y: Parent/Guardian’s Name: ______Address ______Zip ______Home Phone # ______Mother’s Name ______Cell/Work Phone ______Father’s Name ______Cell/Work Phone ______Camp/Program Name and Session (dates): ______Program/Recreation Center Location: ______Program Fee: ______

In case of EMERGENCY contact: Name: ______Home Phone # ______Work/Cell Phone #______Address: ______Medical/Immunization Information: Physician’s Name: ______Phone Number: ______Do you have Health Insurance? Yes □ No □ N/A □ Has your child been immunized? Yes □ No □ Does your child attend a Maryland school? ______Date of last tetanus shot: ______Is your child medically exempt from immunizations? _____Yes _____ No If yes, please explain briefl y: RELIGIOUS OBJECTION: I am the parent/guardian of the child identifi ed above. Because of the bona fi de religious beliefs and practices, I object to any immunization being given to my child. Parent’s/ Guardian’s Signature: ______Date: ______Please list any health/medical concerns (illness, allergies, disabilities, medications): ______NOTE: STAFF CANNOT ADMINISTER MEDICATION TO PARTICIPANTS Th e following persons ARE allowed to pick up my child. Name: ______Relationship ______Name: ______Relationship ______Th e following persons CAN NOT pick up my child. Court Order# ______Name: ______Relationship ______My child has permission to go home on his/her own at the close of program. Yes _____ No _____

WAIVER: I hereby release the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore, their employees, agents and volunteers from any and all claims of liability for any damages or injuries which may be sustained. PHOTOGRAPH RELEASE: I understand that photographs and/or video taken of program participants may be used in future publications/advertising created by the Department of Recreation and Parks for the purpose of promoting the Leisure Services Division/Bureau of Recreation or other sponsored programs/activities.

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