2018–2019 | Fall–Winter Guide WHO WE ARE MISSION STATEMENT Build community and enrich life through parks, programs and play. INCLUSION STATEMENT We invite everyone to take part in all our Parks & Recreation programs and activities. To request an accommodation, please contact (859) 288-2928 at least two weeks prior to program start date. In some cases reasonable modifications may take longer. POLICIES Parks & Recreation enforces the following policies: physical and verbal altercation; equal opportunity; refunds; scholarships; severe weather and emergency conditions; and photo release. All policies are available at lexingtonky.gov/parks or individuals may call 288-2900 to request a copy. For a full list of policies, visit lexingtonky.gov/parks-recreation-policies. CONTACT (859) 288-2900 | lexingtonky.gov/parks Facebook.com/lexkyparks | Twitter @lexkyparks | Instagram @lexkyparks FROM THE DIRECTOR We are ecstatic for the fall season. The cooler weather brings with it a desire to be outdoors. The colors, the scents, the activities – fall is the perfect time to enjoy outside. But not to worry! We have something for those who like to stay in, too. We have prepared a fall schedule with so many awesome programs, activities and events that everyone can find something. We will continue Freaky Friday Flicks which leads us into our many Halloween events, followed by sweet holiday-themed activities and then Valentine’s Day projects. Whether you’re playing sports, knitting a scarf, riding a horse, throwing pottery or learning to pitch a tent - our activity guide is the start to your best fall yet. Thank you, Monica Conrad Director, Lexington Parks & Recreation HOW TO USE THE GUIDE The following pages have information regarding each area of Lexington Parks & Recreation. All dates, times and locations are accurate at the time of printing; however, all information is subject to change. For the most up to date information visit lexingtonky.gov/parks or call (859) 288-2900. ONLINE REGISTRATION Online registration is available for all participants at lexingtonky.gov/parks. You must have a user ID and password to use the online system. Returning Users: We encourage you to update your household information before registration opens for each area. New Users: New users may register for an ID and password at lexingtonky.gov/newuser. You may register in person by coming to the Dunbar Community Center between 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday. You must bring proof of age documentation, no exceptions. We must have positive proof of age for all those 17 years of age and younger in the household. Proof of age documentation includes: birth certificate, passport, immunization certificate, insurance card, or other government issued identification card or document. For more information visit lexingtonky.gov/parks, call (859) 288-2900 or email [email protected]. IN-PERSON REGISTRATION Walk-in registrations are accepted from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Dunbar Community Center (545 North Upper Street). Registration will remain open until all slots are full. Registration dates for athletics and other programs are listed with their respective area. MAIL-IN REGISTRATION We cannot guarantee slots for mailed registrations. Mailed registrations will be processed after walk-in registration. These are processed on a first-come, first- served postmarked basis, for remaining slots. SCHOLARSHIPS Select camps, programs and leagues provide partial scholarships. Partial scholarships are available to participants based on need. Individuals seeking scholarships must fill out an income eligibility application. Proof of income includes KTAP, KCHIP, medical card or other form of government aide. All participants must re-apply for scholarship eligibility every year. Scholarship recipients must re-submit documentation of income eligibility on January 1, 2019. REFUNDS/CANCELLATIONS Parks & Recreation programs, with the exception of ESP, offer partial refunds if requested no fewer than seven business days before the start of an activity. Refunds are issued in the form of a check in approximately 4 – 6 weeks. Refunds may apply to another activity by indicating this on the refund request form. Refund request forms are available on our website. Forms should be submitted to the activity/ program manager for approval. Parks & Recreation, 545 North Upper Street (40508). Appeals for denial may be made in writing by submitting the refund request to the Deputy Director, Parks & Recreation, 545 North Upper Street (40508). All programs, fees, dates and availability are subject to change due to a variety of factors. Some factors may be beyond the control of Parks & Recreation. For the most current information visit www.lexingtonky. gov/parks. We appreciate your patience and cooperation. Distribution of non-school materials does not imply sponsorships or endorsements of the contents by the Fayette County Public Schools. ATHLETICS All youth leagues have sport-specific playing time requirements. We provide all participants playing time to develop skills and enjoyment of the sport. Parks and Recreation certifies all volunteers for coaches of youth sports leagues. Leagues and programs are available to both boys and girls ages 5 – 15. There are a limited number of teams and team roster sizes. A limited number of scholarships are available. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Team registration is open to players who have played for that team before, in the same age division. All other players register as a new player. Teams are assigned at the end of the registration period. For more information regarding Athletics, please contact Darliene Haley at (859) 288-2921 or [email protected]. Youth Sports BASKETBALL INSTRUCTIONAL T-BALL Registration Period: Oct. 1 – 31 Registration Period: Feb. 1 – March 31 Registration Fee: $58.30 per participant Registration Fee: $37.10 (tax included), (tax included), (uniform not included) (uniform not included) Season: Saturdays, Dec. – March Practices begin: April/May League games begin: May/June/July Co-Rec Little Dribblers (Ages 5 - 6) Co-Rec Training Leagues (Ages 7 – 9) Open to boys and girls ages 5 - 6. Player’s Co-Rec Jr. Varsity Leagues (Ages 10 – 12) age as of April 30, 2019 determines league Girl’s Training League (Ages 7 – 9) eligibility. Girl’s Jr. Varsity League (Ages 10 – 12) Participants learn the fundamentals of the Basketball leagues for boys and girls game without the competitive demands. ages 5 – 12. Player’s age as of Aug. 1 2018 No score is recorded. Six year olds that determines league eligibility. play in this league may not participate in other Parks & Recreation t-ball leagues. Basketball Clinic Leagues offered at Kirklevington, Redding Dunbar Community Center Road fields with a 10-game season. Saturday, Oct. 20 | 2–3 p.m. FREE BASEBALL Registration Period: Feb. 1 – March 31 Open to boys and girls ages 5 – 12. Registration Fee: $37.10 (tax included), CO-ED KICKBALL (SPRING) (uniform not included) Registration Period: March 1 - 31 Practices begin: April/May Registration Fee: $37.10 per participant League games begin: May/June/July (tax included), (uniform not included) Open to boys and girls 7-15. Player’s age Open to boys and girls ages 6 – 15. Player’s as of April 30, 2019 determines league age as of Feb. 1, 2019 determines league eligibility. All participants will bat and eligibility. field in every game. Seasons consist of 14 games an post-season single elimination SOFTBALL (GIRLS FAST PITCH) tournament. Registration Period: Feb. 1 - March 31 Registration Fee: $37.10 per participant Ages 9-12 | Locations: Castlewood, (tax included), (uniform not included) Douglass, Idle Hour Practice begins: weekday evenings and/or weekends in April/May Ages 13-15 Season begins: June/July Constitution Open to girls, ages 7 – 14. Player’s age COACH PITCH LEAGUE AGES: as of Dec. 31, 2018 determines league 7-8 years | Locations: Castlewood, eligibility. Douglass, Idle Hour Leagues offered at Douglass and Kirklevington Parks. Season consists of a regular season and a post-season single elimination tournament. Games cancelled due to weather may reschedule on days/ evenings other than those indicated. JUNIOR TENNIS CLINICS Registration Period Session 1: March 1 - May 19 Session 2: March 1 - June 15 Registration fee: $50 per participant Seasons M-F Session 1: June 3 - 28 Session 2: July 1 - 26 (No class July 4) Clinics are conducted for participant’s ages 4-5, 6-10 and ages 11-15. Participant’s ages on beginning date of the selected session determines age group. Class sizes are limited. Each clinic will offer instruction as determined by specific participant’s ages and/ or skill levels. Participants will also have match play opportunities. Participants may enroll in either or both of the two four-week sessions. A minimum of four participants is required at each clinic site. Clinics offered may be cancelled or combined in the event of low participation. Woodland Park Ages 6-10: 2 p.m. Ages 11-15: 1 p.m. Ecton Park Ages 6-10: 1 p.m. Ages 11-15: 2 p.m. Shillito Park Ages 6-10 and 11-15: 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m Ages 4-5: 10 a.m. COMPETITIVE TEAM Registration Period: March 1 - May 19 Registration Fee: $50 per participant Season: June 3 - July 26 (o class July 4) M-F. 9:00 a.m.- 10:30 a.m. | Shillito Tennis Complex Instruction and match play experience is offered for advanced/intermediate players of middle and high school age, Mondays through Friday. Tryouts are required and will be held on the first day of the season. Transportation to and from daily lessons and matches is the responsibility of each participant. Match schedules will be determined. Adult Sports VOLLEYBALL Clinics are conducted at three skill levels. Participants must be 16 years Fall (Sand) and over. Participant’s age is considered age on beginning date of Co-ed Registration Period: August 1 - 31 selected session.