Staunton Parks & Recreation

ACTIVITY GUIDE Winter ‘19/20 Staunton Parks & Recreation Community Irene Givens Administrative Building Table of Contents Montgomery Hall Park 1000 Montgomery Ave, Staunton, VA 24401 540.332.3945 • staunton.va.us/recreation 3 SPECIAL EVENTS Event Spotlight 5 ATHLETICS STAFF: Wes Allred, Gypsy Hill Golf Pro 6 BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL CARE Caroling in the Park [email protected] 7 TODDLER/PRE-K Join us on Saturday December 21st from 4pm-6pm for our annual Caroling in James Corbett, Superintendent of Recreation the Park event at the Stonewall Brigade Bandstand in Gypsy Hill Park. This 8 YOUTH/TEEN [email protected] fun seasonal event is a collaborative effort by local organizations to provide 9 YOUNG AT HEART a unique holiday experience. Bring the family out for free photographs with Frank Darcus, Gym Supervisor 10 PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Santa, free hot chocolate and cookies, warm up by the fire and listen to live [email protected] entertainment with your favorite Christmas songs performed by local choirs, 11 TRIPS Steve DeVenny, Superintendent of Parks and as the sun goes down see the light displays around Gypsy Hill Park while [email protected] 13 FITNESS AND WELLBEING on a free wagon ride. This time of year we also look for ways to give to those in need, please bring donated items for the Valley Mission. Check out the Ryan Flippo, Aquatics Manager/Programmer 14 MUSIC AND DANCE mission’s website for a list of needed items at valleymission.net. Participating [email protected] 15 SDDA organizations include the Celebration of Holiday Lights Committee, Valley Debbie Gregory, Office Manager 15 AARP Mission, Queen City Photography, Leonard Buildings and Truck Accessories, [email protected] North Augusta Denos Subway, Pat Shipe, Staunton Parks and Recreation, and 16 REGISTRATION participating choirs; Staunton Choral Society, Valley Harmony Chorus, and Ken Jacobsen, Recreation Program Coordinator 18 INFORMATION Harrisonburg Harmonizers Barbershop Chorus. Thank you to all organizations [email protected] and participants for supporting this event each year. Brenda Orebaugh, Receptionist [email protected] Seeking Instructors Building Codes: MHPC– Montgomery Hall Park Conference Room GHPGC– Gypsy Hill Park Garden Center Matthew Sensabaugh, City Horticulturist MHPA– Montgomery Hall Park Activity Room NSC– Nelson Street Center [email protected] We are looking for responsible new program instructors with innovative MHP– Montgomery Hall Park GHPG– Gypsy Hill Park Gym BTWCC– Booker T. Washington Community Center and creative ideas. Classes can be continuous (ex. 4 weeks) or a one time John Snyder, Asst. Superintendent of Parks workshop. Earn money, do what you love, and help us continue a tradition of [email protected] offering excellent recreation programs for the Staunton community. Please Steven T. Taetzsch, Asst. Superintendent of Recreation contact Ryan and Ken by email at [email protected] or [email protected] call 540.332.3945. Christopher J. Tuttle, Director of Parks and Recreation [email protected] Monthly E-newsletter Find out what’s happening this winter at Staunton Parks and Recreation. RECREATION COMMISSION MEMBERS: From community events to athletic leagues, day trips, youth and adult programs this is your source for all things Parks and Rec. Sign Brocky Nicely chairman up today for our monthly E-Newsletter at mailchi.mp/691b46582722/ Ken Bosserman ex-officio stauntonparksandrecreationsubscribe. Mike Guertler Gerry Hamilton Michael Keatts Register Online Bruce Rupert Registering for programs has never been easier. Travis Cason Go to www.ci.staunton.va.us/departments/parks-recreation Amy Darby and click “Register For Activities Program Spotlight Michele Edwards See page 18 for registration info. © 2019 designed by Marc Borzelleca,marcborzelleca.com Pickleball Open Gym Various photos throughout by Phocus Photography Services The last decade has seen Pickleball explode on the national scene excellent workout, and can be played for fun or competition. with its popular combination of exercise, athleticism and fun! Staunton Parks and Recreation has responded to the local popularity growth Staunton Parks and Recreation encourages everybody to check by providing both outdoor courts at Montgomery Hall Park and also out our outdoor courts or consider joining Pickleball Open Gym! adding new indoor courts at the Gypsy Hill Park Gym. Open Gym will take place at the Gypsy Hill Park Gym on Sunday from 12-4pm and Wednesday 6:30pm-9:30pm (excluding the 4th For those who have still not become part of the Pickleball craze, Wednesday of every month) at Gypsy Hill Park Gym. Price: $25 per Pickleball is a unique combination of tennis, racquetball and person for each brochure period. There are three brochure periods ping pong. It is played on a modified court and is designed to in a calendar year. You must be registered before playing; there is no accommodate players of all ages and skill levels. It provides an on-site payment available. New period begins January 15. Event Calendar Special Events NOVEMBER 25 Celebration of Holiday Lights NOVEMBER 25 Field of Deer DECEMBER 7 Annual Open House at Montgomery Hall Park DECEMBER 21 Caroling in the Park FEBRUARY 8 Ellen’s Gypsy Yard Sale MARCH 14 Irish Road Bowling Caroling in the Park December 21, 4pm-6pm, Gypsy Hill Park Bandstand Listen to the carols of Christmas that bring us the joy and spirit of the season! Join us at the Gypsy Hill Park Bandstand for this fun seasonal event and help support the Valley Mission. Brave the Celebration of Holiday Lights Field of Deer winter elements and listen to local choirs including the Harrisonburg Harmonizers and Staunton Choral November 25 through January 1, 2020 from 5pm-11pm November 25 through January 1, 2020 from 5pm-11pm, Gypsy Hill Park Society as they spread Christmas cheer. Bring the children out for FREE hot chocolate, cookies, and photo Gypsy Hill Park The display of decorative holiday deer (part of the Celebration of with Santa! There will be a cozy bonfire, wagon rides, and please bring donated items for the Valley Mission. Gypsy Hill Park will again be glowing with beautiful Holiday Holiday Lights) is placed inside the fence at the Gypsy Hill Park Check out the mission’s website for a list of needed items at valleymission.net light displays from November 25 through January 1, 2020. In Pool in honor of someone living, in memory of a loved one, or “just 2018, 80+ displays were “growing and glowing” announcing the because”. Registration forms can be downloaded online at www. birth of Jesus. Each year there are more participants bringing celebrationoflights.org and click on “Field of Deer Application Ellen’s Gypsy Yard Sale to this wonderful Community, colorful Holiday scenes that are Form”. There is no fee for displaying deer; however, if you wish to Saturday, February 8, 8am-12pm, Gypsy Hill Park Gym all created uniquely by individuals, families, organizations, purchase a plaque for the “Honor Board” with your loved one’s Thirty-five 10’x10’ spaces are available. Price: $15 businesses and churches from Staunton, Waynesboro, Augusta name, there is a onetime charge of $10/name. Plaque can be per space, tables $5 each. Pre-registration and County and surrounding areas. Power is available only in certain reused the following year. Purchasing a plaque is not mandatory. pre-payment for tables required. Spaces become areas. Your display must have a ‘2x3’ sign, identifying your family, Deer will be placed randomly in the pool area at the discretion available for reservation starting December 2, for more individual, organization, business or church. As we continue of the committee. New this year will be volunteer help from local information call 540.332.3945 to grow, fewer spaces are available. The committee invites all Boy Scout Troop 30. For more information, please contact Dave interested individuals, groups, Churches and businesses to join Rochford at 540.588.6171 or email [email protected] the 2019-20 event, by placing a display that has and will continue to be enjoyed by over 32,000 vehicles traveling the Park. New this Irish Road Bowling year is ”Lite A Tree”, display honoring first responders, Firemen, Saturday, March 14 at Montgomery Hall Park Policemen, and Rescue Squad. The tree must be a pre-lit outdoor Join us for a wee bit o’ fun as we host our sixth annual Irish Road Bowling competition. This St. Patrick’s tree, with a 50 foot outdoor cord attached and labeled with name, Day event is full of fun and (family) friendly competition with our own spin on the original game played on address, phone number. For more info on participating, please the Irish country roads. Competition is comprised of teams of 3 or 4 and will begin at their pre-set tee times contact Angel Cooper 540.886.8660 or [email protected]. to ensure proper spacing, safety and integrity of the game. Last year we had over 50 teams participate and Applications available online at celebrationofholidaylights.org team McDonough High Rollers was our overall winner. Wearing Green and fun St. Paddy’s day clothing is encouraged. Ceremonies, prizes, and St. Paddy’s party following the event at local Queen City Brewing. Team entry fee: $24 for a 3 person team, $28 for a 4 person team. $10 deposit for “bowl” ball *you may keep Annual Open House at Montgomery Hall the ball or return at the end for your deposit. *Teams that register by February 21st will receive a free event Park hosted by the Staunton-Augusta pint glass for each member on their team* Call the Recreation office for more details at 540.332.3945 or stop African American Research Society by to register your team. Thank you event sponsors McDonough Toyota and Queen City Brewing! December 7, 3pm-5pm, Irene Givens Administration building in Montgomery Hall Park “An Attitude of Gratitude“ is this year’s theme. The Program will consist of Music, Poetry, and Holiday Reflections of Gratitude for the year 2019. A brief dramatization of “Watch Night” will be performed. Watch Night is a very important service in the history of African Americans. It’s a celebration of thanking God for bringing African Americans through another year and celebrating how far African Americans have come as a people. Watch Night is also known as Freedom’s Eve and is traced to December 31, 1862. Black enslaved on that night came together in small gatherings and modest dwellings of worship to await news that the Emancipation Proclamation had become law. Please join us and bring a non-perishable food item for the Blue Ridge Food Bank. Light Refreshments will be served. 3 www.facebook.com/StauntonRecreationParks www.staunton.va.us/recreation 4 Athletics

Before/After-school Winter Indoor Futsal (Soccer) League Staunton Recreation is proud to offer the second season Futsal Care League to all persons 15 years of age and older. Teams can be any mixture of male and female. The league will be played at the Gypsy Hill Gymnasium on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Teams will be SPRING 2020 HEART: Healthy Environmental 5 on 5 and a roster limit of 10. Deadline to enter is Feb. 7th; fee is Afterschool Recreation Time $35 per person, minimum of 8 players. Please call 540.332.3945 for The HEART afterschool program is a latchkey program that more info. ADULT SOFTBALL provides a home away from home to children of working parents. LEAGUES Concern about safety and being home alone or under-supervised Winter Co-ed Volleyball League is a good reason to enroll your child in this program. We have Co-ed volleyball offered to all players of the age of 16 to little staff turnover from year to year giving us confidence that participate in leagues to be played Sundays in Gypsy Hill Park Men’s Softball Spring League This league is open to teams consisting of players 16+ years your child’s caregiver is both qualified and trustworthy. We have Gym. League fee is $100 per team, deadline to enter is Feb. 7th. of age to compete in men’s slow pitch softball at Montgomery known many of our child care staff for at least five years and they Hall Park in Staunton. Teams can consist of up to 20 players on have extensive training and experience. They understand that Camp Staunton 2020 Pickleball Open Gym! the roster to be placed in divisions based on ability. The league parents want their children to be kept safe and feel acceptance Theme: Camp Staunton’s Got Talent Three new pickleball courts are available in Gypsy Hill Park will begin April 13. Will play Monday & Wednesday nights. Ball and belonging. Most of our staff are parents and grandparents themselves, which can be very reassuring given staff maturity is June 1 – July 24 Gym. Open gym periods will be on Sunday from 12pm-4pm and requirement is .44 core .375 compression. League fee is $350 per We take great care in the hiring process by only interviewing the common denominator when establishing security and trust in Wednesday 6:30pm-9:30pm (excluding the 4th Wednesday of team, by April 9. qualified and mature staff. The majority of our employees have a caregiver relationship. The HEART program has quite a tradition every month) at Gypsy Hill Park Gym. Fee will $25 per person for been with Staunton Parks and Recreation for well over 10 years. with its roots beginning 30 years ago with the first pilot program each brochure period. There are three brochure periods in a Our Park Setting makes us unique from some of our counterparts Co-ed Spring Softball League at McSwain Elementary School. We have since branched out calendar year. You must be registered before playing, there is no who use institutional settings. We have acres of green space, Co-ed league is returning for another exciting year. The league to each elementary school in Staunton and have developed a on sight payment available. New period begins January 15. state-of-the-art playgrounds, woods to hike, outdoor sport courts will begin May 5. Ball requirement is 12”, .44 core, .375 for men, credible and professional reputation. Now registering. Afternoon and fishing lakes. We value creativity and have researched the and any 11”, .44 core ball for women. League fee is $300 per team HEART is $135 per month. Morning HEART is $34 per month, many ways play in the outdoors enhances creativity in children. Kiwanis Youth Baseball Sign-ups by April 27. Men use wooden bats. League will play on Tuesday both together are $155 per month. For any questions regarding Registration for Kiwanis baseball has arrived early AGAIN this The Enrichment and activities we provide are exceptional. and Thursday. the HEART program, please contact Steven Taetzsch at year. Don’t miss your chance to sign up! Ages 4-12. Registration Choices and Interests: Your child will choose from many activities [email protected] or 540.332.3945 Fee $40. Second child $30. Family maximum $80, regardless of like pickleball, archery, hiking, disc golf, arts/crafts, and cooking. number of children. All games played at the Kiwanis Baseball Men’s and Co-ed Softball Meetings and The HEART program is operating as a program exempt from We take Field Trips to various fun and exciting places, such as Complex in Gypsy Hill Park. Open Forum licensure with basic health and safety requirements but has no Kings Dominion and Museums. Does your child need Exercise? Questions? Visit www.stauntonkbb.com or call the Staunton On April 8 at 7pm, in the Montgomery Hall Park activity room direct oversight by the Department of Social Services. Whether it is organized or unorganized play, there is no way Recreation Office at 540.332.3945. there will be an open forum and meeting discussing the around it. We play numerous recreational activities each day. How do I register? Register online at www.stauntonkbb.com from upcoming season. This time will also serve as a discussion for Age Matters! It’s all about the age and appropriate activities for January 1 to February 1, 2020 any suggestions anyone would like to make concerning the each age group which includes field trips. We separate our three league or any of its policies. Anyone considering entering a team camps according to age. The Staunton Parks and Recreation in the spring season should attend if possible. summer camp program has been in operation for over 30 years. Our reputation precedes us; just ask any previous summer camp Softball Umpire meeting parent or camper about our summer program. Register for the All current umpires, and anyone interested in becoming an entire eight week program, or pre-register for certain weeks. umpire should attend this clinic and sign up on April 8 at Program Fees: $750 pre-paid for 8 weeks, OR $100 weekly. Montgomery Hall Park activity room. The meeting will begin at Registration begins Monday, February 3 at 8am at the Irene 8pm and there is no fee to attend. Givens Administration Building in Montgomery Hall Park. 5 www.facebook.com/StauntonRecreationParks www.staunton.va.us/recreation 6 Toddler/Pre-k Youth and Teen

Edible Holiday Wreath (NEW) Beginner Chess, Checkers and Go You heard us right! We will make our very own holiday wreath Students will learn the rules of chess, basic strategy, and develop sure to spice up the season and best of all….you can eat it a love of the game. Instructor will also cover the games of anytime you want! Marshmallows, gum drops, peeps and other Checkers and Go. Instructor George Gruner is a former elementary yummy treats will allow us to make a seasonal wreath that looks education teacher with over 30 years of working with young great and tastes even better! Ages 5-12. Instructor: Arika Hoban. children. Ages 5-8. #K7008-2 MHPA, 4pm-5pm, six Thursdays #K7105-12 MHPA 6pm-7:15pm, Wednesday December 4. Price beginning February 6. Price: $26. Register by: January 31 $28. Register by: November 27 Advanced Chess, Checkers and Go Explorers Club Personalized Christmas Ornaments (NEW) Gain an in-depth understanding of the games played by Kings, Are you ready for new activities and adventures with your kiddos? Join us once a month as Happy Holidays! It’s never too early to begin your holiday Presidents, Czars, Emperors, and children of all ages. Improve we explore new places in and around Staunton, such as the hiking trails at Montgomery Hall planning. What better way to get in the spirit then to create your your play by learning basic and advanced strategy, and instruction Park, visiting the Staunton Fire Station and local farms. Parent/guardian must remain present very own holiday Christmas ornaments to hang on the tree or tailored to meet individual level of play. Ages 8-18 or younger if with children. Ages 5 and under. Trips held 10am-noon on the third Friday of every month to be the perfect family gift! A simple class for children (and the student has completed a previous chess class or with the except December. Price: $10 membership fee (includes an Explorers Club t-shirt). There may Mom’s welcome) to put their personal touch on bulbs they will permission of the instructor. Instructor George Gruner is a former be an additional fee per trip estimated at $5; however most trips will not have an extra cost. cherish for years to come. Each participant will take home three elementary education teacher with over 30 years of working personalized ornaments sure to highlight tree decorations. Ages with young children. #K7003-2 MHPA, 4pm-5:30pm, six Tuesdays Toddler/Pre-K Open Gym 3-12. Instructor: Emily Newton #K8103-12, MHPA, 10am-11:30am, beginning February 4. Price: $39. Register by: January 29 As the weather cools down and the snow begins to fall we find ourselves cooped up with not December 7. Price $18. Register by: November 27 many options to run and play. Join us Wednesday mornings at the Gypsy Hill Park Gymnasium. MUSIKGARTEN We will have balls, toys, and games available for little ones, as well as plenty of open space for Winter Survival 101 Beat the threats of the cold! Hone in on your survival skills and running and being silly. Parent/guardian must remain present with their children. Ages 5 and American Shakespeare Center Drama Family Music for Babies come see what it takes to survive the winter season. This class under. GHPG, 9:30am-11:30am, Wednesdays November through March. Price: $3/child each Club Designed for parents and their babies will offer the perfect opportunity to learn how to read maps, use a visit. *Please note: this program will be unavailable on the fourth Wednesday of every month Join the American Shakespeare Center to build confidence to take together, these weekly classes compass, learn bird songs, identify tree bark, and leave no trace. and expand creativity with the ultimate team sport: theatre. help you learn how to play musically Do you think you have what it takes to survive Mother Nature? Join Participants will build trust through activities and exercises that Little Picassos – A Mommy and Me Art Class with your baby. #K8032-1 NSC, 2:30pm- us and see for yourself! Ages 7-17. Instructor: Katrina Broughman. focus on teamwork, creativity, and learning outside of your comfort Share a wonderful experience with your child in this creative new art class for Toddlers. 3pm, ten Thursdays beginning January #R7115-2 MHPA, 4:30pm-6pm, six Tuesdays beginning February 4. zone. Shakespeare’s language will always be our touchstone, Both Mom’s and Children can enjoy their creative side with a class they can do together. Our 30. Price: $120 (an additional $35 Price: $39. Register by: January 31 but activities will also include movements work (like combat and instructor will provide weekly projects designed to spark your child’s imagination and creative materials fee is due on the first day of clowning), improv and other theatre games. Included in the cost juices. Projects will include paper crafts, paint, chalk and many other activities for 1-5 year class). Register by: January 23. Ages: of the ASC Drama Club is a ticket for an upcoming performance. olds. Instructor: Nicole Kiser. Birth-18 mos. #R8092-12 NSC 9am-10am, four Thursday’s beginning December 5. Price: $35 per family Instructor: Lia Wallace of American Shakespeare Center. Youth in the Kitchen “Mom & Child” (covers registration fee & supplies) Ages 8 +. NSC, Price: $115. For more information, go to #R8092-1 NSC 9-am10am, four Thursday’s beginning January 9. Price: $35 per family Family Music for http://amshakes.center/dramaclub or contact Lia Wallace at Holiday Gifts in a Jar “Mom & Child” (covers registration fee & supplies) Toddlers [email protected] #R7078-1 Twelve Made with Love and ready for gift giving. We will create ideal These weekly classes are action-packed Sundays beginning January 19, 2020. Register by: January 11 gifts in jars that will be sure to satisfy participants and whoever for toddlers and their parents. #K8040-1 (12pm-2pm) is lucky enough to receive our creative gifts during the holiday! Rookies of the Year (NEW) Gift jars will include a soup mix, a dip mix and a bath tea. Ages Get your child involved in a variety of youth sports where they may become the next “Rookie NSC 3:15pm-3:45pm, ten Thursdays 6-12. Instructor: Terri Campbell of Campbell Cooking Creations. of the Year”. This class will introduce your child to organized sports including baseball, soccer beginning January 30. Register by: Think Tank #R7042-12 MHPK, 6pm-7:30pm, December 9. Price: $18. Register and basketball. Aid will be available as your “rookie” explores their sporting interest. Parents January 23. Ages: 16 mos.-3.5 years What’s the bright idea? The Think Tank will help create young by: December 2 are also welcome to join in! This class will be a 4-week session Thursdays. Limited space confident problem solvers using their skills and imagination to available. #R8044-2 GHPG, 10:30am-12pm. Ages: 3-5, Four Thursdays beginning February 20. Cycle of the Seasons unleash their creative inner spirit. This innovative course will Price: $25 The Cycle of Seasons curriculum help children solve problems using tools, creative thinking, Healthy Hearts – A Valentines Cooking celebrates preschooler’s growing mathematics and team work! Imagination, innovation and trial Class (NEW) Imagination Station (NEW) independence and love of the outdoors and error will be used to solve problems and answer thought Learn how to choose healthy foods that are good for your heart The Imagination Station is designed to enhance the creativity of your child and help their with activities involving the four provoking challenges. Children will learn to use the mind to while also preparing several fun and exciting Valentine’s Day active imaginations blossom! Join us and watch your child’s thoughts come to life as we seasons. #K8033-1 NSC, 4pm-4:45pm, bring their ideas to life! Ages 5-10. Age groups may be divided. themed recipes. Each recipe is sure to be a hit with friends and utilize common household items to upcycle and create items such as potted plants, bug jars, ten Thursdays beginning January 30. Instructor: Kelly Peters. #R7057-3, 4pm-6pm, four Mondays family. Each participant will be able to take home copies of all jewelry boxes and stationary holders for our little ones. We will also tap into the power of Price: $180 (an additional $35 materials beginning March 2. Price: $28. Register by: February 15 recipes made during class. Ages 6-12. Instructor: Terri Campbell creative play during this weekly program. Ages 3-6. Instructor: Melissa Hays. #K8114-2 NSC, fee is due on the first day of class). of Campbell Kitchen Creations. #R7116-2 MHPK, 6pm-7:30pm, 9:30am-11am, Six Tuesdays beginning February 25. Price: $25 Register by: January 23. Ages: 3-5 years February 10. Price: $18. Register by: February 1 7 www.facebook.com/StauntonRecreationParks www.staunton.va.us/recreation 8 Personal Development Wreath Making (NEW) Create a beautiful wreath to display during the holiday season. Your own personal touch is sure to be the inspiration to creating a wreath to impress your family and guests. Bring that “Home Sweet Home” quality to your wreath to display during the holiday season! Ages 14+/Adult. Instructor: Arika Hoban. #K9106-11 MHPA, 6pm-7:30pm, November 20. Price: $25. Register by: November 12 Young at Heart – Learn American Sign Language This course teaches the basic communication skills in American Sign Language. There will be many hands on activities and games, Programs Designed for ages 50+ discussions, vocabulary development, and conversational skills. Any individual who has had basic or no experience at all may benefit from this course. A fun opportunity to learn a new language in a stress free environment outside of a classroom! Instructor: Amy Breakfast Club Tussing. #K4052-1 MHPA, 6:30pm-8pm, eight Thursdays beginning Become part of this enjoyable senior club that meets monthly January 23. Price: $84. Register by: January 16 at selected restaurants or locations to enjoy a good hearty breakfast together and provide excellent opportunities for eBay: How to Become a Top Seller meeting new friends and socializing. This fun loving group may eBay: How to Become a Top Seller Introductory course on how also occasionally forget about its name and enjoy a great lunch to sell effectively on eBay. Learn how buying and selling have together at selected restaurants and diners or a picnic in the park changed over the past decade and how to protect your buyer/ as the weather heats up. Club meets on the third Tuesday of each Day Trips seller account from scammers and negative feedback. This class month. #K6011 Club registration fee: $15. Join anytime! will provide tips on reaching top seller status, maximizing profits, Shenandoah Surprises Trip (NEW) how to utilize smart phone buyers, and taking good digital photos Morning Warm-Ups with Jolene Caverns, Bridges and Potato Chips! of your products. Make extra income from home and at your own This class is great for seniors with tired muscles and as a follow Explore many of the amazing sites and taste of Shenandoah pace. Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptops or up for physical therapy. Bring hand weights, exercise mats, and County with a day enjoying its landmarks, buried trails and yes we smartphones to class. Instructor: Allen Ortiz. #R4020-2 MHPC, resistance bands. Learn chair exercises, healthy eating, and will eat some Potato Chips. Our day will include a tour at beautiful 6pm-8pm, Tuesday, February 11. Price: $18. Register by: February 4 diet tips. Men and women invited! Jolene has been offering her Shenandoah Caverns, a tour of the Route 11 Potato Chip Factory classes with our department for more than 25 years! Ages 50+. and a photo stop to see the historic Meems Bottom Covered First Time Homebuyers Instructor: Jolene Dewey #K6031-1 , 9am-10am, Tuesdays and Bridge. #K5113-1 Friday, January 17. Depart GHPG at 9:30am; Join us for an hour long seminar providing tips and insight into Thursdays. Price: $32 per 12 classes. Ongoing class. return 3:30pm. Price: $48 (Includes transportation and tours). navigating the home buying process. This class is designed for Register by: January 10 those who have never bought a home or have not purchased in Party Bridge Club quite some time. Alan Stamp an experienced local realtor and For experienced bridge players who are interested in socialization Antique and Collectible- Shopping in Michelle Fix, local mortgage loan originator, as well as Susan as well as brushing up on their game. Party on! Not an instructional Lexington (NEW) Miller a local title agent will educate participants on how to find club. New Location: Booker T. Washington, 1pm-4pm on Thursdays. Journey with us down Route 11 as we stop and explore two the right home and prepare for the purchase. Knowing what to Price: $10/season of Lexington’s Antique and Collectible Shops. We will begin expect and what the terms, fees, and costs mean allow buyers to with a visit to Duke’s Antique Center and continue downtown feel confident when they begin this process. #R4118-11 MHPC, 2020 Staunton Senior Health EXPO to Lexington Antique Shop as we search for our next personal 6pm-7pm, November 20, Price: $10 Register by: November 15 Gypsy Hill Park Gymnasium, Friday April 24, 9am-3pm treasure! Best yet, we will also provide time to enjoy a great Staunton Parks and Recreation’s 2nd Annual “50 & Better” lunch at Macado’s Restaurant while downtown. #K5111-2 Friday, Public Speaking (NEW) Senior Health Expo combines complimentary health screenings February 28. Depart GHPG at 9:30am; return 3pm. Price: $25. This course is designed to help people become more comfortable and informational booths on a broad variety of senior wellness (Includes transportation only). Register by: February 19 interacting with others, professionally and even socially. Using needs. Attendees at this free, public event can enjoy coffee performance techniques from theatre and film, participants will and refreshments and wind their way through booths specially Bold Rock and Lunch (NEW) learn skills in three key areas: vocal, physical, and inter-personal. Participants will learn how to control their voice, control their body designed to promote the health and well-being of seniors. Nelson 151 is the travel destination for Virginia wine, craft beer, and read social cues to communicate more effectively. Instructor: Staunton Parks and Recreation supports hard cider, and outdoor recreation lovers. Come join us as we Chris Bellinger. #K4109-2 MHPA, 6:30pm-8pm, three Tuesdays a strong aging lifestyle and healthy & head to the “Chapel of Apple”, better known as Bold Rock Cidery beginning February 18. Price: $40. Register by: active opportunities. We encourage our on March 20th! Have a drink, enjoy a nice lunch, and take in the February 11 local “50 & Better” population to stay beautiful view offered that overlooks the Rockfish River. #R6117-3 active, stay engaged and never stop Depart GHPG at 10:30am, return around 2pm. Price: $25. Register becoming a better you! by: March 13 9 www.facebook.com/StauntonRecreationParks www.staunton.va.us/recreation 10 Trips Trip Calendar NOVEMBER 22 Williamsburg Premium Outlets NOVEMBER 29 New York New York! We Do the Driving DECEMBER 6 Bizarre Bazaar® and Dinner …You Have the Fun! at Olive Garden DECEMBER 10 Potomac Mills Shopping DECEMBER 14 Winterfest at Kings Dominion JANUARY 17 Shenandoah Surprises Trip JANUARY 19 Roanoke Rail*Yard Dawgs Hockey Williamsburg Premium Outlets FEBRUARY 28 Antique and Collectible Join us for a trip down to Williamsburg Outlets! Get that last-minute shopping done before FEBRUARY 29 MGM Grand National Harbor the holidays roll around. This outlet mall offers big name brands with options for eating in case you get hungry. #R5119-11 Friday, November 22. Depart GHP Gym at 8am; return at MARCH 20 Bold Rock and Lunch 6pm. Price: $30. Register by: November 15 Roanoke Rail*Yard Dawgs Hockey (NEW) APRIL 14 Vegas Baby! 2020, Las Vegas, NV Action! Excitement! Entertainment! Southern League Hockey has it all! Root New York New York! on the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs as they battle the Macon Mayhem. If you Travel to New York City to get your shopping on for the holiday season. Shop Macy’s, all of have never been to a pro hockey game, prepare to be shocked with the high Manhattan, SOHO, and Canal Street; then enjoy the evening catching a play or sightseeing! speed, non-stop action on the ice. #K5112-1 Sunday, January 19. Depart GHP Depart 8am Friday, November 29, returning 8pm Sunday, December 1. Four-star hotel in Gym at 12:30pm; return 7:30pm. Price: $45. Register by: January 7 Manhattan! Price: $350 per person, based on double occupancy per room. Add $225 for single occupancy (includes charter bus transportation, and hotel accommodations). $200 MGM Grand National Harbor deposit to hold your space with final payment due November 1, 2019 Roll those dice, baby! This exquisite trip to the MGM Grand National Harbor offers it all. Gambling, unique shops and the best views the National Harbor has to offer. Come try your luck on March 2nd as we travel to the casino for a ® Bizarre Bazaar and Dinner at Olive Garden day filled with gaming fun. Ages 21+. #R5039-2 Saturday, February 29. Depart This show has four exhibition buildings filled with fabulous unique gifts for everyone on GHP Gym at 9am; return at 9pm. Price $35. Register by: February 21 your list! A beautiful holiday marketplace with 500 exclusive exhibitors and more than 100 new exhibitors only seen at The Bizarre Bazaar®. We will end our day of shopping with Vegas Baby! 2020, Las Vegas, NV a nice dinner at the Olive Garden in Short Pump. #R5100-11 Friday, December 6. Depart Fly to Las Vegas on April 14th to enjoy 5 days and 4 nights of nonstop excitement on the world’s most famous strip! Take in a show, go GHPG at 9am; return around 7pm. Price: $30 (Includes transportation and admission). see the Grand Canyon, play some desert golf, or gamble 24 hours a day, you choose what you would like to do once in Vegas. This trip Register by: November 16 includes roundtrip airfare and hotel accommodations at Excalibur Hotel and Casino. $645 per person/ based on double occupancy. Reserve your spot with $350 deposit with balance due by March 6 Potomac Mills Shopping Christmas time shopping can be made easier when you join us for a trip to the bargain hunter’s paradise at Potomac Mills. Potomac Mills features over 200 of the best names in retail! #R5101-12 Tuesday, December 10. Depart GHPG at 7am; return around 8pm. Price: $24 (includes transportation only). Register by: November 30

Winterfest at Kings Dominion Begin a new family holiday tradition by joining us in Kings Dominions NEW winter extravaganza, Winterfest! Kings Dominion will be magically transformed into a winter wonderland full of enchantment and holiday cheer! Become immersed in the season’s spirit with spectacular holiday lights and décor, world-class live entertainment, savory treats and fanciful experiences throughout the park. There will be over a million lights and sights to behold, sounds of the season in holiday shows and festive fun for all. #R5102- 12 Saturday, December 14. Depart GHP Gym at 3pm; return 10pm. Price: $52 (includes transportation and Winterfest admission). Register by: December 6 11 www.facebook.com/StauntonRecreationParks www.staunton.va.us/recreation 12 Fitness and Music and Dance

Wellbeing Aikido Aikido is the gentle martial art of harmonious movement. Learn to redirect aggression through circular movements designed to destabilize an attacker or restrict an attacker’s movements in a way that protects the defender as well as the aggressor. Increase mental and physical flexibility through a series of partner exercises designed more than 80 years ago by Morihei Ueshiba, the founder of Aikido. Aikido will increase range of motion in the joints, improve hand eye coordination, and increase wellbeing through breathing exercises. Instructor James Jacenich has studied the art for more than 30 years. Ages 14+. This class is held at GHPGC, 8am-9am Mondays and 6pm-7:30pm Tuesday and Thursdays. #K9005-1 Price: $48/month (includes unlimited class Kendo sessions during month) Kendo is a modern form of Japanese fencing. It comes from the sword arts of ancient Japan, and is the modern incarnation of a centuries-long evolution. Kendo is more than just learning to fence, Feldenkrais (Awareness Through it is also about proper discipline and spirit. We use two types of Movement) swords, a bokken (wooden sword) or a shinai (bamboo sword). Move Into Sitting! Do you spend your days behind a desk or Instructor: John Smitka. #K9036-1 GHPGC, 7pm-9pm, Wednesdays behind the wheel? Or hours using your mobile device? Familiar beginning January 8 (on-going class may join at any time), Price: with feelings of stiffness or chronic tension from maintaining a $50/month, onsite registration will be accepted. Student can take static posture? Learn how to sit more comfortably by increasing both Kendo and Iaido for reduced rate of $85/month. your range of motion, redistributing muscular effort, standing up with greater ease and power, reducing eye strain and Hand Drumming Workshop Line Dance with Sharon Iaido rediscovering your feet. Most of all experience your entire I bet you didn’t know Hand Drumming could be so energizing and Partners are not needed to join this informal, social and friendly Iaido is a form of Japanese fencing where the focus is on drawing musculoskeletal system taking part of you sit down, engage in relaxing? This fun and easy introduction to hand drumming with dance group for adults 55 and wiser! In addition there is scientific from the saya (sheath) and striking/cutting with the sword. active sitting and return to standing. Each lesson uses gentle, provide you with an entertaining and light-hearted rhythm evidence that frequent dancing can offer protection against Two types of blades will be used: an iatio (dull training blade) slow movement to explore new patterns of behavior. Instructor: experience. Learn the history of traditional drumming, get dementia in seniors. Coordinator: Sharon Sturdivent, #K1038-9 or a bokuto (wooden sword). Instructor: John Smitka. #K9037-1 Cynthia Dunafon. #K9022-1 MHPA, 1:30pm-2:45pm, 12 Tuesdays introduced to the two types of West African drums (the Djembe GHPGC, 11am-12pm, Mondays beginning January 13 and GHPGC, 6pm-7pm, Wednesday’s beginning January 8 (on-going beginning January 14. $8 drop-in or $6/class when purchasing and the Djuns) and enjoy the opportunity to make rhythmic continuing through March. Price: $10/season class may join at any time). Price: $50/month, onsite registration four or more classes. Join Anytime! harmonies. No musical experience is required to have a great will be accepted. Students can take both Kendo and Iaido for a time! Instructor: Mae Stoll of DrumforFUN! Adult: 14+, Price: $15 Advanced Line Dance with Sharon reduced rate of $85/month. #K9099-9 GHPGC, Saturday, February 8, 10:30am-noon. Take those next steps! Class geared for those 45 and wiser! Some Register by: February 3 line dance experience necessary. Coordinator: Sharon Sturdivent, Sun Style Taiji #K9099-09 GHPGC, Monday, February 10, 6:30pm-8pm. #K1003-9 GHPGC, 11am-12pm, Thursdays beginning January 9 and The Sun Style of Taiji (Tai Chi) is characterized by natural, upright, Register by: February 6 continuing through March. Price: $10/season and relaxed postures, easily flowing from one to another. Taiji has been shown to be effective in dealing with hypertension, Hand Drumming Class stress, balance and postural issues, nervous system disorders, Anyone can enjoy this entertaining, energetic, rhythmic class. No and Parkinson’s disease. No previous experience necessary. musical background necessary. Join Mae Stoll, an experienced Flexible shoes and comfortable clothes recommended. About the Instructor of West African Rhythms on Djembes and Djun Djuns, instructor: Karen Becker has been practicing Taiji and Qigong for as she will teach you the history, types of African Hand Drums 13 years, teaching for five years. #K9056-1 GHPGC, 3pm-3:45pm, and help you enjoy this “hands-on” six-week experience. Learn eight Wednesdays beginning January 22; option to continue. about the postures, hand positioning and different tones of each Price: $60/8 week session. Drop-in price: $12 drum. You will get to create your own beat and learn to make rhythmic harmonies with others. #K9099-10 GHPGC, 6:30pm-8pm, Qigong six Mondays beginning February 17. Price: $60. Register by: Devised in the 1950s, this is a series of 24 simple positions. February 9 Performed in repetitions, qigong movements help enhance posture, balance, strength and flexibility. No previous experience necessary. Flexible shoes and comfortable clothes recommended. Instructor: Karen Becker. #K9046-1 GHPGC, 4pm-4:45pm, eight Wednesdays beginning January 22; option to continue. Price: $60/8 week session. Drop-in price: $12 13 www.facebook.com/StauntonRecreationParks www.staunton.va.us/recreation 14 Staunton Downtown Development Association – visit downtown Staunton this holiday season! Registration ONLINE REGISTRATION www.staunton.va.us/recreation

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Sparkles and Sweets Christmas Parade NAME______Date of Birth______Friday, November 8 | 69pm Monday, December 2 | 7PM ADDRESS______Enjoy food and refreshments at businesses throughout Downtown. Entertainment The best the community has to offer. Floats, and music in the streets and free shopping bag at the festive holiday kick-off party. bands, horses, vintage cars and beauty queens CITY______STATE______ZIP______Find us on Facebook or www.stauntondowntown.org gather together to celebrate the season. Enter Downtown via Johnson Street and park in the PHONE AM/PM______EMAIL______Veteran’s Day Parade: Wharf and garages for easy entrance and exit. Saturday, November 9 | 11am EMERGENCY CONTACT______Cherish Every Christmas Window Decorating Judging on Facebook Saturday, December 7 EMERGENCY CONTACT ADDRESS______November 26-December 6 Vote for your favorite Spindle Tree for Charity Visit our page on Facebook and vote for your favorite Downtown Window on Facebook, enjoy an Ugly Christmas Sweater Program/Class/Trip______Program Date/Time______$ Price______Display themed “Small Town, Bright Lights: BIG Christmas.” Winners will receive Contest, Classic Carriage Rides, Face Painting, advertising packages from the News Leader and be announced at the Cherish Hot Chocolate Stops throughout Downtown, Program/Class/Trip______Program Date/Time______$ Price______Every Christmas event on Saturday, December 7. Santa visits, the arrival of the Christmas Train with its festive characters, Christmas Karaoke, Program/Class/Trip______Program Date/Time______$ Price______Small Business Saturday carolers, a live Nativity in the Wharf parking Saturday, November 30 lot, and a Tree lighting in the Wharf and the Program/Class/Trip______Program Date/Time______$ Price______Independent businesses celebrate the biggest shopping day of the year – just for Polar Express bus. Organized by Cherish Every them! Free parking, great deals and a refreshing shopping experience. Downtown Moment and supported by the SDDA and the Program/Class/Trip Total (Do not include materials fee) ______Staunton, Voted the Best Shopping Area in the Shenandoah Valley. Find out why. good people of Downtown Staunton. Find us on www.Stauntondowntown.org Facebook. Adults (Over 55) 10% Discount (excludes trip & special event prices) ______

Non–City Residents Fee add $2.00 per program/class/trip per person______

Free Income Tax Preparation Service Offered Total sent: ______by AARP Tax-Aide The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Tax-Aide volunteers will Travel Policy: offer free and confidential Federal and Virginia income tax preparation and All trips are to be paid in full when signing up unless another specific option is available where a minimum of e-filing from February through mid-April. Any person, of any age, may use this 50% deposit is required for each person. Once a payment is received from a patron they are considered to have service and you do not need to be an AARP member, however, some types an official spot on the trip if there is available space. All patrons understand that there is a no refund policy in of income or unusual tax situations are beyond the scope of the program. effect unless the Recreation department decides to cancel a trip. It is at the Recreation department’s discretion on the cancellation of trips and most will be done in a timely manner. In some extreme cases such as death or This Tax-Aide site serves Augusta County, Staunton and Waynesboro. serious medical conditions a refund may be available to a patron of a trip minus any expense the Recreation Appointments are required. department may incur. Name changing fees may occur on trips involving plane flights. In cases regarding deposits; if the balance isn’t paid by the deadline, patron may lose full deposit and spot on the trip. LOCATION: Smith’s Room East, Augusta County Government Center in Verona. DATES: Beginning on February 3, 2020 – Mondays 8:30am- 3pm (no Before registration form is complete, you will be required to sign and date on the reverse side of this form that appointments on February 17) and Fridays 8:30am- 3pm. The last day will be you have read, understand and accept this addition to our registration process. If registering for a trip, please April 13, 2020. Interested In Volunteering? list EMERGENCY CONTACT (name, address, and phone number). APPOINTMENTS: Appointments Required. Call 540.490.4938 after January Individuals interested in volunteering in the 20, 2020, Monday through Friday between 9am and 4pm to schedule an Tax-Aide program should contact Tom Long at WALK–IN: Irene Givens Admin Building – Montgomery Hall Park appointment. Leave message for a callback – do not call again unless you do 540.292.9180 or email [email protected] 1000 Montgomery Ave – Staunton, VA 24401 not receive a reply after 24 hours. before December 1, 2019. Training for counselors WHAT TO BRING: Picture ID, Social Security cards for everyone on the tax (tax preparation) will be during the first two MAIL–IN: Mail your completed registration form & check to: return, and all Federal and Virginia tax forms such as W-2, 1099-R, 1099-INT, weeks of December. Training for facilitators Staunton Parks & Recreation Department – PO Box 58 – Staunton, VA 24402–0058 and SSA-1099. If itemizing, bring receipts totaled by category. If possible, bring (assist taxpayers with document organization and www.staunton.va.us/recreation – www.facebook.com/StauntonRecreationParks the prior year’s tax returns. paperwork) will be in early January, 2020. 15 www.facebook.com/StauntonRecreationParks www.staunton.va.us/recreation 16 Release Information the Recreation Department may incur. Name changing fees may occur on trips PARENT’S AND PARTICIPANT’S INFORMED CONSENT, AUTHORIZATION, Our Mission: involving plane flights. In cases regarding deposits: if the balance isn’t paid by the AND RELEASE To provide a variety of quality leisure opportunities to the diverse population deadline, patron may lose full deposit and spot on the trip.Before registration form of Staunton for the purpose of improving Stauntonian’s quality of life via well is complete, you will be required to sign (above check in lieu of signature) that you maintained historic parks housing superior facilities paired with innovative have read, understand and accept this addition to our registration process. (This is a legal document. Read carefully before signing.) recreation programs, athletic leagues, trips, and outstanding child-minding programs. Program and Day Trip Refund Policy To the fullest extent permitted by law, in consideration of the person noted below being allowed to participate, with each and all In the case of a cancellation by Parks and Recreation staff, the refund will be person/s acknowledging the opportunity to ask questions, be aware and receive full information, understanding and give voluntary Our Parks and Recreation Brochure issued in the form of a check through the City’s Finance Department. Check This publication is our way to directly connect with the citizens of Staunton and consent regarding the potential risks in any physical or other activity/ies involved generally and particularly and inherently in parks will be mailed to the address on file. Please allow a minimum of 2-3 weeks for share our most current listing of recreational offerings. This includes enrichment refunds by check. and/or recreation programs, including those inherent related to a trip or travel, the undersigned individual/s VOLUNTARILY AND programing, trips, special events, childcare, athletic leagues, Gypsy Hill Golf UNCONDITIONALLY on behalf of the undersigned and as well as by the participant personally, if the participant is at least 18 years of information, park and project updates. No refunds or credits will be given for any program or activity sessions missed by age, and for successors in interest AGREE that the undersigned: the participant. Brochure Schedule: If adequate advance notice is provided, we will refund the full amount of the • ASSUMES ALL RISKS, and program less any non-recoverable expenses, as listed below. If there is a waiting BROCHURE CYCLE DISTRIBUTION DATES list and we are able to fill your spot on a day-trip or in a program, you will receive • FOREVER WAIVE/S AND RELEASE/S the City of Staunton, its departments and agencies, officials, employees, agents, Spring/Summer covers March-June Beginning of March a full refund. representatives and volunteers (individually and collectively the “City”) from any claims and liability of any nature whatsoever, Summer/Fall covers July-October Beginning of July General Program or One-Day Trip: Full refund prior to the registration deadline, for ANY KIND OF PERSONAL INJURY, ILLNESS, DEATH, EXPENSE, COST, AND DAMAGES except those not subject to waiver or Winter covers November-February Beginning of November less any non-recoverable expenses (pre-paid meals, lodging, tickets, etc.) release under the law, and If adequate advance notice prior to the registration deadline is not given, and Ways to Register your space cannot be filled, all fees are forfeited. • FOREVER WAIVE/S AND RELEASE/S ALL PROPERTY DAMAGE, LOSS AND/OR DAMAGES that may relate, directly or indirectly, Online, by mail or in person at 1000 Montgomery Hall Avenue, Staunton VA 24401 to the program and activity/ies connected with the City in any aspect of it/them at any time and at any place whether before, Inclusion Statement during or afterwards, and It is the goal of Staunton Parks and Recreation to create an inclusive and Online Registration welcoming environment for all individuals of all abilities who wish to participate in Visit our new and improved city website to register for classes, trips, and leagues recreational activities and programs and experience the benefits and opportunities • FOREVER AUTHORIZE/S the City to seek and obtain CARE, MEDICAL ATTENTION AND TREATMENT of any kind for the through our new software system. Individuals must create a customer profile provided through the services offered by Staunton Parks and Recreation. participant whether the treatment occurs without knowledge of the quality of care or treatment provider or facility, and on the portal which will allow for easy access and a simple, customer friendly experience! www.staunton.va.us/recreation Staunton Parks and Recreation will accommodate any reasonable request to ACCEPTS FULL RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY FOR ANY CHARGES OR EXPENSES AND/OR COSTS incurred or related to assist people with disabilities and special needs and support various learning such care and treatment, including EXPENSE related to transportation or early return home, whether or not it is covered by any styles. Individuals who require additional support are encouraged to complete insurance policy, plan or program or agreement of any kind. Register by mail: the Accommodation Request Form two weeks in advance of the program or Send a completed registration form to: activity in which they plan to participate, to assist Parks and Recreation staff Staunton Parks and Recreation in its efforts to create a positive recreation experience for the participant. For * Pursuant to the City’s Travel Policy (See Reverse Side), which is incorporated by reference and may be changed at any time, once PO Box 58 questions, please call 540.332.3945. The Accommodation Request form can be payment is made for the program or activity, including any required deposit or payment in full, there is NO REFUND unless an authorized Staunton, VA 24402-0058 found here: www.staunton.va.us/Accommodation. City person cancels the trip entirely, with such a decision being within the sole discretion of the City. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE in making Notice and Prohibition Against Discrimination any payment by the designated time. The failure to make timely payment strictly as specified completely waives the opportunity to Early Registration The City of Staunton is committed to equal opportunity and compliance otherwise participate in the program or activity without further notice. Whether or not we can hold a class usually depends on the number of registered with all nondiscrimination laws. The City of Staunton is an inclusive locality and Each provision of this document is separable, and each such provision, including each clause, stands on its own. The City does not program participants we have by a certain deadline. Please register soon and environment. waive and expressly preserves any immunity of any kind as allowed by law. early to avoid having to cancel a program or workshop. The City of Staunton does not discriminate and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment against any person on the basis of race, creed, religion or religious belief, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, age, sex or gender, Office Information: sexual orientation, disability, military or veteran status or on any unlawful basis. Participant Signature:______1000 Montgomery Avenue Staunton, VA 24401 No qualified person on the basis of disability will, on the basis of disability, be Emergency Contact:______denied the benefits of local government services, programs, or activities. If Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm any person has a disability or otherwise needs special consideration, the City Witness______Main office: 540.332.3945 welcomes contact and will provide information and address special needs in Weather cancellation line: 540.332.3947 compliance with the law. Date:______Fax: 540.332.3983 Park Maintenance: 540.332.3945 Any unlawful discrimination should be reported immediately to any City- Gypsy Hill Golf Shop: 540.332.3949 designated person and any City department director, or to the City Manager or If participant is a minor under the age of 18 designee, or to any member of the Staunton City Council. Such discrimination also may be reported to any state or federal agency which is responsible for Overnight Travel Policy compliance with nondiscrimination laws, such as the U.S. Justice Department, All trips are to be paid in full when signing up unless another specific option is the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or any other federal or state Participant Name: ______Date of Birth:______available where a minimum of 50% deposit is required for each person. Once a agency with jurisdiction. payment is received from a patron they are considered to have an official spot on the trip if there is space available. All patrons understand that there is a no refund The City of Staunton also prohibits unlawful retaliation against any person who Parent/Guardian Name/s: ______policy in effect unless the Recreation Department decides to cancel a trip. It is at files a report or complaint about discrimination. the Recreation Department’s discretion on the cancellation of trips and most will be To contact the City Manager’s office to report any unlawful discrimination or Parent/Guardian Signature/s: ______done in a timely manner. In some extreme cases such as death or serious medical conditions a refund may be available to a patron of a trip minus any expenses retaliation or to request special arrangements because of disability, please call 540.332.3814. 17 www.facebook.com/StauntonRecreationParks www.staunton.va.us/recreation 18 PRST STD US POSTAGE PAID STAUNTON, VA Gypsy Hill Golf Course PERMIT NO. 80 Winter rates run November 1 ECRWSS through February 29 Price: $20 to play 18 holes

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2020 memberships go on sale starting November 1 Regular member $450 Senior member(55 and older) $400 Couples $750 Family $850 Juniors $150

Fall Tournaments Turkey Tourney- November 16, 4 person captain’s choice open to all players the Subscribe to Our Monthly E-newsletter teams will be drawn out of a hat Find out what’s happening this winter at Staunton Parks and Recreation. From Christmas Tourney- December 14, 4 person community events to athletic leagues, day trips, youth and adult programs this is captain’s choice open to all players and your source for all things Parks and Rec. Sign up today for our monthly E-Newsletter the teams will be drawn out of a hat at mailchi.mp/691b46582722/stauntonparksandrecreationsubscribe. STAUNTON PARKS & RECREATION Admin Building Montgomery Hall Park • 1000 Montgomery Ave • Staunton, VA 24401 • 540.332.3945 • staunton.va.us/recreation

Letters from Santa Imagine the excitement on your child’s face upon receiving a personalized Letter from Santa! Lucky for area parents, grandparents or anyone who wishes to brighten a child’s Christmas, Staunton Parks and Recreation has a direct hotline to the North Pole. We will gladly arrange for your child to receive a personalized Letter from Santa with details about your child’s wish list “only Santa would know”! #K8120-12 For more details on how to get your child to receive this memorable Holiday treasure, call the Recreation Department at 540.322.3945.