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Skateboard camp and over 100 other camp

opportunities Pages 11-20

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INSIDE: Recreation Activities – Registration Begins May 8th at 9am

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IN THIS ISSUE

About Town is a publication of the Town of Blacksburg Community Relations Office.

Mission of the Town of Blacksburg To support a dynamic community by providing effective municipal services and enhancing Blacksburg’s quality of life.

Town [email protected] Rordam, MayorLeslie Hager-Smith, Vice MayorSusan AndersonJohn BushKrisha ChachraCecile NewcombMichael Sutphin

3 College Avenue Promenade 5 Loving Where They Live 6 Summer Camp Fun 7 Recreation Center 7 Registration Information 8 Community Center 9 Aquatic Center 10 Shelter and Field Rentals 10 Summer Camps 19 Youth Programs 21 Outdoor Programs 25 Aquatics Programs 32 Municipal Golf Course 33 Athletic Programs 35 Adult Programs 39 Health & Fitness 43 Senior Programs

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KEEP IN TOUCH

What’s Happening?

Enjoy About Town and don’t forget to recycle.

Downtown is about to get another makeover as construction

on the College Avenue Promenade begins this summer. Once complete, the Promenade will create a safe and pleasant pedestrian experience that fosters a sense of community, accommodates a diverse range of people and activities, and upholds Blacksburg’s commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability.

By late summer 2013 College Avenue will be a gathering place for exhibitions and performances, as well as larger festivals and community events. It will accommodate the diverse needs of restaurants, retail, and theaters and arts establishments by providing flexible space that can be used for a variety of purposes.

“The members of Downtown Blacksburg, Inc. are very excited about the prospect of the new College Avenue Promenade and see it as an opportunity for the community to enjoy opportunities for more outside space to connect and commune within the downtown area,” said Laureen Blakemore, Director of Downtown Blacksburg, Inc.

Expanding on the pedestrian-friendliness of the North Main Street Improvement Project, the College Avenue Promenade will include wider sidewalks, accommodated by a single lane of one-way traffic. The traffic will flow from North Main Street toward Otey Street with on-street parking

on the Virginia Tech side of College Avenue. Making the street one-way, allows for more flexibility, creating the ability to periodically close College Avenue for pedestrian-only space during special events. The wider sidewalks will allow outdoor dining, and periodic bump-outs will allow public formal and informal gatherings.

To create at greater sense of community, between downtown Blacksburg and Virginia Tech, the iron fence will be removed that separates downtown from campus. In place of the fence will be a seatwall, providing a visual and physical connection to campus. The campus gateway area

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MAy 5Wheels and Wagons, First & Main, 10am-12:30pmBurnt Creative Vintage and Indie Craft Market, Roanoke Street 9am-3pm

MAy 8Parks and Recreation Registration Begins 9am

MAy 9Progeny Film Festival, The Lyric Theatre, 7pm

MAy 13Mother’s Day

MAy 11-12Virginia Tech Graduation

MAy 18Movies on the Lawn: “The Adventures of TinTin,” Alexander Black House

MAy 19Household Hazardous Waste Day, Montgomery Regional Solid Waste Authority, 8:30-11:30amColor College Avenue 10am-2pm

MAy 24Historic Lecture: African-American-Owned businesses, Blacksburg Municipal Building 7:30pm

MAy 28Memorial Day, Town Offices Closed

JunE 1Artcrawl and Spoken Word Celebration, Downtown Blacksburg

JunE 8Movies on the Lawn: “The Muppets”, Alexander Black House

JunE 15Odd Fellows Hall Open House 3-7pm

JunE 17Father’s Day

JunE 23Summer Solstice Festiva Downtown Blacksburg, Noon

JunE 28Historic Lecture: Site Visit to Yellow Sulphur Springs

July 4Independence Day Celebration and Parade, Downtown Blacksburg and Municipal ParkTown Offices Closed

July 13Movies on the Lawn: “Puss in Boots,” Alexander Black House

July 21Art at the MarketBreakfast at the Market, 9am-2pm

AugusT 3-4Steppin’ Out Street Festival Downtown Blacksburg 10am-10pm

AugusT 14First Day of Classes for Montgomery County Public Schools

AugusT 27Virginia Tech Fall Semester Begins

suMMER ARTs FEsTIVAl 2012 OuTDOOR COnCERTs(See Schedule Listing on Page 4)

Panjammers

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When the majority of Virginia Tech students are in town,

Blacksburg turns into a hub of activity. The downtown streets are filled with students looking to have a good time and patronize local businesses. Sometimes though, the different lifestyles of the average student living off campus and permanent Blacksburg resident, through no fault of their own, can conflict.

The Town of Blacksburg and Division of Student Affairs at Virginia Tech are working together to bridge the gap between town and gown by educating students about their rights and responsibilities of living off campus through the Love Where You Live campaign.

“This partnership is aimed at creating a positive message for students in a way that captures their attention. Too many times we find ourselves telling students what not to do instead of encouraging them to do what they can do,” said Matt Hanratty, Blacksburg Housing and Neighborhood Services Manager. “Students are a valuable part of our community and we want them to truly embrace Blacksburg as their home and make them aware of all the opportunities the Town has to offer them to be actively engaged while they are here.”

Through print, web, and social media, the Love Where You Live campaign will educate students

about the responsibility of living off campus as well as the many ways to immerse themselves into the

community; such as through recreation and volunteerism.

“Many students graduate from Virginia Tech without knowing much about Blacksburg,” said Frank Shushok, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs. “We understand that many students look at Blacksburg as a temporary home, but while they are here, it IS their home, and their first experience dealing with real-life issues, like rent and utilities. The Love Where You Live campaign is a

great opportunity to remind students of their responsibility, but also to show them all the wonderful things Blacksburg has to offer.”

For more information about the Love Where You Live campaign or to get involved with Town/Gown, contact Matt Hanratty at 540-961-4337 or [email protected].

Virginia Tech Students Loving Where They Live

from the early days of Virginia Tech will be a new focal point to greet those entering campus and College Avenue.

To make the project environmentally sustainable, stormwater planters are proposed to create a low-cost solution to manage the street’s stormwater runoff quality. Water will be collected in a shallow brick lined “v” shaped channel formed between the roadway and walkway. The inlets collect the runoff and direct flow into the storm water planting beds where water-tolerant native plants will filter and store pollutants and absorb water. Permeable soil lets excess water infiltrate back into the ground. Storm

water runoff from the street is cleaned and minimized before draining to Stroubles Creek.

“The redesigned College Avenue will be the centerpiece of our downtown. We are creating a high-quality, comfortable environment for people to shop, dine and spend time,” said Town Manager, Marc Verniel. “The improvements will be complete in the fall of 2013 which will coordinate with the opening of Virginia Tech’s Center for the Arts. The completion of all of these projects will make downtown Blacksburg even greater than it is today.”

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suMMER ARTs FEsTIVAl 2012 OuTDOOR COnCERTsHenderson Lawn (Rain location: Old Dominion Ballroom)

www.sopac.vt.edu or call Jane 540-231-5921

Celtibillies

Jun 8 Monte’ Gill (R & B)Jun 15 Gerry Timlin (Irish Folk)Jun 22 Surrender Dorothy (Funk Rock)Jun 29 County ConnectionJul 6 Panjammers (Steel Drums)Jul 13 Andrew McKnight & Beyond Borders (App, Blues & Folk)Jul 20 Sexual Chocolate (Soul, R&B, Oldies)Jul 27 Celtibillies (Appalachian & Celtic)

“Students are a valuable part of our community and we want them to truly embrace Blacksburg as their home . . .”

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RECREATION FEES WHAT DOES R/NR MEAN? R: RESIDENT: Individuals living in the town limits or paying town taxesNR: NON-RESIDENT: Non-Blacksburg residents

REFUND POLICY Refund requests must be made seven days prior to the start of a program or rental to ensure refund or credit. •A$25servicechargewillapplytoallcashrefunds. •Refundsunder$25willbecreditedtothehouseholdaccount.

OPEN PARTICIPATION Allprogramsareavailablewithoutregardtorace,color,sex,age,religion,nationalorigin,politicalaffiliationordisability.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY •Forcancellationinformation,callthecancellationhotlineat540- 558-0742. •AllSeniorprogramsareontheMontgomeryCountySchools’ inclement weather closing schedule. •SignupforBlacksburgAlertforemailnotificationat www.blacksburg.gov.

REGISTRATION SummerregistrationbeginsMay8,2012at9am.Registerbyphone,mail,fax,onlineorinpersonatoneofthefollowinglocations:

The Blacksburg Community Center 725PatrickHenryDrivePhone:540-961-1149 Fax:540-961-1897

Blacksburg Aquatic Center 625PatrickHenryDrivePhone:540-961-1852 Fax:540-951-8313

Parks and Recreation Office 615PatrickHenryDrivePhone:540-961-1135Fax:540-951-8313

BlACKsBuRg PARKs AnD RECREATIOn – gEnERAl InFORMATIOn

Register online at https://recreation.blacksburg.gov. Firsttimecustomersmuststopbyorcalloneoftherecreation facilities to receive a username and password. Returning customers will use their household number to log in to the system.

DEAN B. CRANEDirector, Parks and Recreation

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Learning doesn’t have to end once school is out. Blacksburg Parks

and Recreation has summer camps to motivate, stimulate, and educate children of all ages.

Back again this year is the popular Adventure Camp. It’s perfect for the adventurous child who loves outdoor activities like caving, rock climbing and hiking. There’s even a campout planned at Boley Fields.

Kids who like to try a little bit of everything will love Fun Camp. Fun Camp campers will play games, go swimming and take day trips to go bowling, play miniature golf and more. It’s also a great opportunity to meet some new friends!

Younger children love Busy Beaver, Sporty Shorties and Inflatable Water Camps with Maria Rossi. Ms. Rossi gets kids moving with songs, activities, and lots

of exercise. Don’t be surprised if your child wants to nap after one of these camps!

New this year is the Super Athlete Science Camp. Mixing science with athleticism, this camp will explore the science of coordination, strength, and training (both mental and physical) that go into making the Super Athlete.

Kids who are into building will love the new Engino Building - Engineer Architect Camp. Campers will work with an advanced and 3D construction kit that is theirs to keep. They will explore how many ways to make a motor run and build a vehicle, chopper, robot, buildings and more.

Check out all the camp offerings beginning on pages 10-11 or call Blacksburg Parks and Recreation for more information at 540-961-1135. Don’t forget, registration begins May 8!

Camp Fun In the Summertime

MOVIES ON THE LAWN

The Blacksburg Museum and Cultural Foundation and Log Cabin BBQ present

Alexander Black House, 204 Draper Road

The Adventures of TinTin - May 18 The Muppets - June 8Puss in Boots - July 13

Rain dates will be the following Saturday

Admission and popcorn are FREE!

Partners: The Blacksburg Partnership, Downtown Blacksburg, Inc.,National Bank, Real Life Dental Care, Starshine Events, and The Lyric Theatre

Bring a blanket or chair and purchase some delicious Log Cabin BBQ for the perfect picnic before the movie.

Movies begin at dark.

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HOURS OF OPERATION June - September Monday-Thursday 8am-10pm Friday 8am-8pm Saturday 8am-noon Sunday Noon-5pmClosing DaysJuly4May26-28August6-10August13-19 (Gymclosedforfloorrefinishing)September1-3

KIPPS GYMNASIUM2801PricesForkRoadPhone:540-552-2798

Kipps Gymnasium is only open for programs and gymrentals.Rentalfeesare$25/hrforsportingeventsand$50/hrfornon-sportingevents.Rentalsmustbemade24hoursinadvance.Call540-961-1135or540-961-1149forinformationand reservations.

COMMUNITY CENTER GYM A AND B Rentalfeesare$25/hrforsportingeventsand$50/hrfornon-sportingevents.Scoreboardsareavailableatacostof$15/hr.NonAthleticEvents:eachgymrentsfor$50/hr.

gEnERAl InFORMATIOn - COMMunITy CEnTER

THE COMMUNITY CENTER725PatrickHenryDrivePhone:540-961-1149Fax:540-961-1897

gEnERAl InFORMATIOn - AQuATIC CEnTER

COMMUNITY CENTER ROOM RENTALS Room setup is available free of charge with at least 48hoursnotice.AnyrentalsoutsideoftheregularhoursoftheCommunityCenteraresubjecttoanextra$10/hr.Oneweekadvanceregistrationisrequired.Call540-961-1149ore-mailjleahy@blacksburg.gov for more information. Multipurpose Room: $30/hr,holds180banquet; 250lectureCommunity Room: $25/hr,holds80banquet;100lecture Art Room: $15/hr,holds15Program Room: $20/hr,holds60banquet;80lecture,includes sink and counter Social Room: $15/hr,holds15,includessofasandbigscreen TV FITNESS CENTER FEES

Adults(18yearsandolder)Fivetimepass:$10Thirtytimepass:$35FiftyTimepass:$50

Allpassesaregoodforuptooneyearfromdateofpurchase.TheFitnessCenteropenswhentheCom-munityCenteropensandcloses½hourbeforetheCommunityCentercloses.

Facility hours may change due to special events. Please call 540-961-1149 for more information.

HOURS AND FEES AQUATIC CENTER625PatrickHenryDrivePhone:540-961-1852/Fax:540-951-8313

WATER EXERCISE PASSESCLOSING DAYSMay 28, July 4, August 26 - September 8.Forinformationonbi-weeklyschedules,facilitypolicies,andrulespleasecheckthewebsiteatwww.blacksburg.gov/recreationorcall540-961-1852.

Building HoursTheAquaticCenterisopenfrom6am-9:30pmMon-day-Thursday,6am-7:15pmFridays,noon-6:45pmSaturdaysand1-6pmSundays.Thefrontdoorswillbeopenedat6am.Patronsareexpectedtoexitthebuildingwithin20minutesafterthepoolcloses.Currentschedulesareavailableatthepooloronlineat:www.blacksburg.gov/recreation

DAYCARE, SCHOOLS AND OTHER GROUPSGroupsplanningtobring10ormoreswimmersdur-ing recreational swim hours are required to schedule withtheAquaticCenteratleastoneweekinadvance.Groupswithchildrenundertheageof10aretohaveoneadultsupervisinginthewater,pereightchildren.

Lobby Rental Package: $65Pooladmissionforupto15peopleAdditionalpriceperpersonis$3

Lobby Rental and Tableware Package: $90Pooladmissionforupto15peopleAdditionalpriceperpersonis$3Choiceoftablewarecolor(pink,green,blue,purple)Tablewarewillincludeplates,cups,napkins,tablecloth,forksandspoonsfor15peoplePrivateRentalsareavailableonFridaysandSatur-days,7:30-9:15pm.Patronsareexpectedtoexitby9:30pm.

Private Rental Package: $125Pooladmissionforupto25peopleForpartieslargerthan25peopletherewillbeanadditionalchargeof$25Use of large inflatable toys

Private Rental and Tableware Package: $150Pooladmissionforupto25peopleForpartieslargerthan25peopletherewillbeanadditionalchargeof$25.00Use of large inflatable toysChoiceoftablewarecolor(pink,green,blue,purple)

PASS INFORMATIONDailyAdmission:Adults(15-64):$3.50Seniors(65andup):$3Youth(3-14):$3After8pmratesdecreaseby$.50

10 Swim Passes:Adults(15-64):$30Seniors(65andup):$25Youth(3-14):$25

30 Swim Passes:Adults(15-64):$85Seniors(65&up):$70Youth(3-14):$70PleaseNOTE:10and30SwimPassesexpireoneyear from purchase date.

Yearly Passes:Primary Account MemberAdults(15-64):$230Seniors(65andup):$200Youth(3-14):$200

Additional Account MemberAdult (20-64): $160Senior(65andup):$100YoungAdult(15-19):$100Youth(3-14):$85

Water Exercise Unlimited Pass:WaterExerciseUnlimitedPass-$250-Thispassissimilar to our yearly membership pass. It entitles the participant to attend any water aerobics class thattheywant.Passexpiresoneyearfromdateofpurchase and is non-transferable.

Water Exercise Punch Pass: Entitlestheuserto20classesoftheirchoice.Passexpiressixmonthsfromdate of purchase and is non-transferable.WaterExerciseDailyFee:$3-Entitlestheusertoonewater aerobics class.

MASTERS SWIMMING PROGRAM PASSESMasters Punch Pass -$65-Entitlestheuserto20classesoftheMastersprogram.Passexpiressix months from date of purchase and is non-transferable.

Masters Daily Fee-$3.75-EntitlestheusertooneMastersclass.

**PleasecontactAquaticstafffordetailsonallpassesand rentals **

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PICNIC SHELTERSPicnicshelterreservationsmaybemadeattheRecreationOffice,615PatrickHenryDrive,Monday-Friday,8am-5pmorbyphone.

Shelterreservationtimesare10am-3pm,4pm-darkorfortheentireday.Feesare$25/half-dayperiodor$50/allday.Thefeeisnon-refundableunlessinclementweatherpreventsuseonthedayofreservation.

Municipal Park Shelter Rentals: Shelter I: Seats160people.LocatedonTurnerStreet.

Shelter II: Seats48people.LocatedonTurnerStreet,parkside.

Shelter III: Seats24people.LocatedonPatrickHenryside.

Nellie’s Cave Park: Seats100people.Locatedattheendof GrissomLane.

Toms Creek Park: Seats32people.LocatedonTomsCreekRoad,westofRoute460.1/4mileonright.

Heritage Community Park: ShelteronGladeseats64,shelteronMeadowbrookseats64.

Wong Park: Seats32people.Locatedat303WilsonAvenue.

Skate Park Shelter: Seats20people.Locatedinfrontofmainoffice,615PatrickHenryDrive.

Tennis Court Shelter: Seats24people.Locatedat615PatrickHenryDrive.

Field Rentals Fieldsmaybereservedforsoftball,baseball,orsoccerforafeeof$5/hr.Tournamentfeesare$75/field,perday+$35/hrforlights+$100(refundable)damagedeposit.

Horseshoe Rentals at Municipal and Nellie’s Cave Park$5/set.HorseshoescanberentedattheBlacksburgCommunityCenterorthemainoffice.

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June 4-8 Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page Morning Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Afternoon Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Beginners Skateboard Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Sandlot All Sports Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15All Sports & Swim Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Fun Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Inflatable Indoor/Outdoor Water Fun Camp . . . . . . 16Camp River Runner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

June 11-15 Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page Busy Beaver Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Inflatables Fun Water Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Morning Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Afternoon Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Sandlot Soccer Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Soccer & Swim Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Fun Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16WOW Creative Writing Camp - Words Storytelling 17WOW Bugs! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Operation Ecosystem Awareness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Adventure Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Camp River Runner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

June 18-22 Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page Art Start Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Morning Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Afternoon Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Beginners Skateboard Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Tennis Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Sandlot Soccer Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Soccer & Swim Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Inflatable Indoor/Outdoor Water Fun Camp . . . . . . 16WOW Build It - Engineering For Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . 17WOW Lego Star Wars - Keep The Kit! . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Camp River Runner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

June 25-29 Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page Busy Beaver Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Sporty Shorties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Morning Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Afternoon Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Beginners Skateboard Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Superathlete Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Sandlot Basketball Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Basketball & Swim Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Fun Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Stem Thinking Inside The Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Stem Designing Bridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Operation Ecosystem Awareness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Adventure Mini Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

July 16-20 Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page Busy Beaver Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Sporty Shorties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Fashion Design And Youth Modeling Mini Camp 12Morning Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Afternoon Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Sir George And The Fire Breathing Dragon – June Bug Kidstock Summer Theatre Camp . . . . . . . . . 13Sandlot All Sports Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 All Sports & Swim Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Blacksburg Youth Bowling Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Fun Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16WOW Lego MBA - Keep The Kit! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Wow Robotics - Keep The Kit! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

July 23-27 Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page Morning Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Afternoon Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Tennis Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Blacksburg Youth Bowling Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Sandlot Basketball Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Basketball & Swim Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Fun Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16WOW Creative Writing Camp - Words Storytelling 17WOW Bugs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Operation Ecosystem Awareness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Engino Building - Engineer Architect Camp . . . . . . . 17Adventure Mini Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

July 30-August 3 Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page Morning Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Afternoon Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Intermediate Skateboard Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Morning Sports & Games Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Afternoon Sports, Games & Swim Camp . . . . . . . . . 14WOW Build It - Engineering For Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . 18WOW Lego Star Wars - Keep The Kit! . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Adventure Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

August 6-10 Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page Football Fundamentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Adventure Camp 19

July 9-13 Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page Busy Beaver Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Inflatables Fun Water Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Art Start Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Total Art Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Morning Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Afternoon Art Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Tennis Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Beginners Skateboard Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Sandlot Soccer Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Soccer & Swim Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Fun Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16WOW Gross Out Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17WOW Gross Out 2 Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Operation Ecosystem Awareness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Act & React Drama Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

CAlEnDAR FOR CAMPs





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BUSY BEAVER CAMP Thiscampwillincludeartsandcrafts,move-mentexercisewith songs, activities and spe-cialguest.Instructor:MariaRossi

Location Kipps Elementary School

Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)

301005 – A1 Jun 11-15 3-4 yrs 9am-noon $65/$75

301005 – A2 Jun25-29 4-5 yrs 9am-noon $65/$75

301005 – A3 Jul9-13 3-4 yrs 9am-noon $65/$75

301005 – A4 Jul 16-20 5-6 yrs 9am-noon $65/$75

SPORTY SHORTIES CAMPA fun recreational experience for children,this camp will furnish basic instruction and teachthefundamentalsforsoccer,t-ball,andvolleyball.Instructor:MariaRossi


301002 – A1 Jun 25-29 3-4 yrs 1-3pm $65/$75

301002 –A2 Jul 16-20 4-5 yrs 1-3pm $65/$75


INFLATABLES FUN WATER CAMPA fun recreational experience for childrenprovided by kidercizeparties.com under the direction of Maria Rossi and Lori Moench.Bring bathing suit, towel, sun screen, snack(nopeanutproducts)andchangeofclothes


301010 – A1 Jun11-15 4-5 yrs 1-3pm $60/$70

301010 –A2 Jul 9-13 5-6 yrs 1-3pm $60/$70


ART START CAMPIt’s fun to be an artist! Young children lovecoming toArt Campwhere they can createallkindsofartprojectsusingmanydifferentmedia.Alltheyneedtobringistheircreativityand imagination.


301003 – A1 Jun 18-21 4-6 yrs 9am-12:30pm $65/$75

301003 – A2 Jun 18-21 4-6 yrs 1-4:30pm $65/$75

301003 – A3 JuL 9-12 4-6 yrs 9am-12:30pm $65/$75

Location Harding Avenue Elementary School

TOTAL ART CAMPLearn all about art and artists throughhands-on, creativeexploration inallmedia,and have fun while doing it! Watercolor,acrylic, tempera painting, drawing, collage,printmaking, 3-dimensional work andceramics.


301007 – A1 July 9-12 7-9 years 1-4:30pm $65/$75

Location Harding Avenue Elementary School

FASHION DESIGN AND YOUTH MODELING MINI CAMPLearn runwaymodeling; makeup,etiquette, and auditioning for TVandradio.Parentsandfriendsareinvitedtoattendthelast½hourofthe class for a fun and exciting fash-ion show.


302412-TV Jul 16-20 8-12 yrs 1-4pm $80/$90

Location Blacksburg Community Center

MORNING ART CAMP Havefunlearningthefundamentalsofart.Attheendof eachweek, the studentwill comehome with a portfolio of art work. Bring a snack and a drink.



302412-RC Jun 4-8 7-9 yrs 9am-noon $50/$60

302412-R1 Jun 11-15 7-9 yrs 9am-noon $50/$60

302412-R2 Jun 18-22 7-9 yrs 9am-noon $50/$60

302412-R3 Jun 25-29 7-9 yrs 9am-noon $50/$60

302412-R4 Jul 9-13 7-9 yrs 9am-noon $50/$60

302412-R5 Jul 16-20 7-9 yrs 9am-noon $50/$60

302412-R6 Jul 23-27 7-9 yrs 9am-noon $50/$60

302412-R7 Jul 30-Aug 3 7-9 yrs 9am-noon $50/$60

AFTERNOON ART CAMP HavefunlearningthefundamentalsofArt.Atthe endof eachweek, the studentwill comehome with a portfolio of art work. Each ses-sion has a focus but includes all types of art. Packasnackandadrinkforbreaktime.


302412-RP Jun 4-8 9-14 yrs 1-4pm $50/$60

302412-S1 Jun 11-15 9-14 yrs 1-4pm $50/$60

302412-S2 Jun 18-22 9-14 yrs 1-4pm $50/$60

302412-S3 Jun 25-29 9-14 yrs 1-4pm $50/$60

302412-S4 Jul 9-13 9-14 yrs 1-4pm $50/$60

302412-S5 Jul 16-20 9-14 yrs 1-4pm $50/$60

302412-S6 Jul 23-27 9-14 yrs 1-4pm $50/$60

302412-S7 Jul 30-Aug 3 9-14 yrs 1-4pm $50/$60

302412-RC General Introduction to Fine Arts302412-R1 Drawing - Still life, landscape to full figure302412-R2 Painting302412-R3 Sculpture – Using recycled goods and nature302412-R4 Collage and graphic design302412-R5 Drawing and watercolor302412-R6 Abstract to action painting

302412-RP General Introduction to Fine Arts 302412-S1 Drawing - Still life, landscape to full figure302412-S2 Painting302412-S3 Sculpture – Using recycled goods and nature302412-S4 Collage and graphic design302412-S5 Drawing and watercolor302412-S6 Abstract to action painting


SIR GEORGE AND THE FIRE BREATHING DRAGON – JUNE BUG KIDSTOCK SUMMER THEATRE CAMPJoin our cast of knights, witches, damselsand Cecil the Fire Breathing Dragon. Thissummer’scampproduction is the JuneBug’sversionofaclassictale,completewithalltheadventure, silliness, music, dance, costumesand workshops.

Activity # Date Age Time **Fee (R/NR)

302412-JB M-Th Jul 16-19

6-13 yrs 9am-2:30pm $125/$135

302412-JB F Jul 20 6-13 yrs 9am-12:30pm; Return at

6 pm

$125/$135

Location Kipps Elementary

*Performance Friday, 7pm** Class fee includes two tickets

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TENNIS CAMPParticipants will learn the fundamentals of tennis that include forehand, backhand, serve, and volley.

Activity # Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)

301004 -A1 Jun 18-22 6-10 yrs 9am-noon $55/$65

301004 -A2 Jun 18-22 11-14 yrs 1-4pm $55/$65

301004 -A3 Jul 9-13 6-10 yrs 9am-noon $55/$65

301004 -A4 Jul 23-27 6-10 yrs 9am-noon $55/$65

Location Municipal Tennis Courts

FLAG FOOTBALL FUNDAMENTALSEnjoythefunofplayingfootballwhilelearningand reviewing the basic fundamentals of sportsmanship, passing, running, kicking,blocking,andteamplay. Location Old Blacksburg High School, Patrick Henry Drive, upper

practice field


305011 -F2 Aug 6-9 6-8 yrs 6-8pm $35/$45

BEGINNERS SKATEBOARD CAMPFlips, twists, andturns. Learn how toimprove skateboard-ing skills, the artof skateboarding,balance, maneuvers(tricks), safety andstyle in this camp.


305030-S0 Jun 4-8 9-13 yrs 10am-1pm $45/$55

305030-S1 Jun 25-29 9-13 yrs 10am-1pm $45/$55

305030-S2 Jul 9-13 9-13 yrs 10am-1pm $45/$55

Location Municipal Skate Park

INTERMEDIATE SKATEBOARD CAMPFlips,twists,andturns.Learnhowtoimproveskateboardingskills,theartofskateboarding,balance,maneuvers(tricks),safetyandstyleinthis camp.


305030-S3 Jul 30-Aug 3 9-17 yrs 10am-1pm $45/$55

Location Municipal Skate Park

FOOTBALL FUNDAMENTALSThis fourday campwill focuson the funofplaying football while learning and reviewing the basic fundamentals of sportsmanship,passing,running,kicking,blocking,andteamplay.

Location Old Blacksburg High School, Patrick Henry Drive, upper practice field


305011 -F1 Aug 6-Aug 9 9-13 yrs 6-8pm $35/$45

SUPER ATHLETE SCIENCEEver wondered what makes a superstar athlete?Isitallstrengthandskill,orarethereintangibles at play? Explore the science of coordination, strength, and training (bothmentalandphysical)thatgointomakingtheSuperAthlete.


305025-SS Jun 25-29 8-12 yrs 1-4pm $20/$30

Location Municipal Park

NEW!

BLACKSBURG YOUTH BOWLING CAMP CosponsoredbyBlacksburgParksandRec-reationandVirginiaTechBreakZone. Learnthe fundamentalsofbowling,keepingscoreand have fun with your friends. Ball and shoe rental included with fee.


302406-B1 Jun 19-21 9-15 yrs 9am-noon $50/$60

302406-B2 Jul 17-19 9-15 yrs 9am-noon $50/$60

302406-B3 Jul 24-26 9-15 yrs 9am-noon $50/$60

Location BreakZone 117 Squires Student Center at Virginia Tech

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SANDLOT SOCCER CAMP Learnandreviewthebasicfundamentalsofdribbling, trapping,passing, and teamplay;coupled with other games and activities to makecampfunforall.Pleasebringasnackand drink.


SOCCER & SWIM CAMP Two hours of sports activities followed by onehourofopenswimming.Pleasebringasnack,drink,abathingsuitandtowel.


302401-S2 Jun 11-15 8-13 yrs 1-4pm $60/$70

302401-S4 Jul 9-13 8-13 yrs 1-4pm $60/$70



302401-S1 Jun 11-15 5-7 yrs 9am-noon $60/$70

302401-S3 Jul 9-13 5-7 yrs 9am-noon $60/$70

SANDLOT ALL SPORTS CAMP Enjoydifferentkindsofsports:kickball,t-ball,basketball, soccer, and other games. Pleasebring a snack and drink.


302405-AS Jun 4-8 5-7 yrs 9am-noon $60/$70

302405-A1 Jun 18-22 5-7 yrs 9am-noon $60/$70

302405-A3 Jul 16-20 5-7 yrs 9am-noon $60/$70


ALL SPORTS & SWIM CAMP Two hours of sports activities followed by onehourofopenswimming.Pleasebringasnack,drink,abathingsuitandtowel.


302405-SC Jun 4-8 8-13 yrs 1-4pm $60/$70

302405-A2 Jun 18-22 8-13 yrs 1-4pm $60/$70

302405-A4 Jul 16-20 8-13 yrs 1-4pm $60/$70


SANDLOT BASKETBALL CAMP Learn and review the basic fundamentals ofbasketball: sportsmanship, dribbling, shoot-ing, passing, and team play; coupled withother games and activities to make camp fun forall.Pleasebringasnackanddrink.


302402-B1 Jun 25-29 5-7 yrs 9am-noon $60/$70

302402-B3 Jul 23-27 5-7 yrs 9am-noon $60/$70






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MORNING SPORTS & GAMES CAMPEnjoydifferentkindsofsports:kickball,t-ball,basketball, soccer, and other games. Pleasebring a snack and drink.



302407-G1 Jul 2-3 & 5-6 5-7 yrs 9am-noon $50/$60

302407-G3 Jul 30-Aug 3 5-7 yrs 9am-noon $60/$70

AFTERNOON SPORTS, GAMES & SWIM CAMP Twohourseachdayofsports&gameactivitiesfollowed by one hour of open swimming Pleasebringasnack,drink,abathingsuitandtowel.



302407-G2 Jul 2-3 & 5-6 8-13 yrs 1-4pm $50/$60

302407-G4 Jul 30-Aug 3 8-13 yrs 1-4pm $60/$70

FUN CAMP Two hours each day of sports & gameactivities followed by one hour of open swimming Please bring a snack, drink, abathing suit and towel.



302403-F5 Jun 4-8 10-13 yrs 9am-4pm $110/$120

302403-FC Jun 11-15 6-10 yrs 9am-4pm $110/$120

302403-F6 Jun 25-29 6-10 yrs 9am-4pm $110/$120

302403-F7 Jul 9-13 6-10 yrs 9am-4pm $110/$120

302403-F8 Jul 23-27 6-10 yrs 9am-4pm $110/$120

302403-F1 Jun 18-22 10-13 yrs 9am-4pm $110/$120

302403-F2 Jul 2-3 & 5-6 10-13 yrs 9am-4pm $100/$110

302403-F3 Jul 16-20 10-13 yrs 9am-4pm $110/$120

302403-F4 Jul 30-Aug 3 10-13 yrs 9am-4pm $110/$120

INFLATABLE INDOOR/OUTDOOR WATER FUN CAMPChildrenwillhaveagreattimewithParks&Recreation and Kidercizeparties.com under thedirectionofMariaandLisaRossi. Bringbathing suit, towel, sun screen, snack, (nopeanutproducts,)andchangeofclothes.

Location Kipps Elementary Gymnasium


301010 – AW301010 – A1

Jun 4-7Jun 18-21

2 yr *3-5 yrs

9:30-11:30am

1 child $50/$60

301010 – AW301010 – A1

Jun 4-7Jun 18-21

2 yr *3-5 yrs

9:30-11:30am

2 children $70/$80

301010 – AW301010 – A1

Jun 4-7Jun 18-21

2 yr *3-5 yrs

9:30-11:30am

3 children $90/$100

301010 – AW301010 – A1

Jun 4-7Jun 18-21

2 yr *3-5 yrs

9:30-11:30am

4 children $100/110

BASKETBALL & SWIM CAMP Two hours each day of sports activities fol-lowedbyonehourofopenswimming.Pleasebringasnack,drink,abathingsuitandtowel.


302402-B2 Jun 25-29 8-13 yrs 1-4pm $60/$70

302402-B4 Jul 23-27 8-13 yrs 1-4pm $60/$70


*2yr olds must be accompanied by parent.

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WORLDS OF WONDER CAMPS BY THE WHOLE CHILD LEARNING COMPANYCampersshouldapplysunscreenbeforecomingtocamp.Bringasnackandwaterbottleeachday.AllcampsareheldattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.


302410-WC Jun 11-14 8-12 yrs 9am-noon $85/$95

302410-W2 Jul 23-26 8-12 yrs 9am-noon $85/$95

WOW CREATIVE WRITING CAMP - WORDS STORYTELLINGCampers listen to stories performedbypro-fessional storytellers; learn universal themesandstorycomponents;practicetechniquesofprojection,pace,anddramaticflair;andapplytheir knowledge to create and perform origi-nal folktales.

WOW BUILD IT - ENGINEERING FOR KIDSUsetheEnginosystemtocreatedifferenten-gineering models - some with motors!Thisversatile system takes building to a new level. Kidschoosewhichprojectstheywanttobuildfromover30models.

WOW BUGS!Letthekidsgobuggysoyoudon’t!Activitiesare aligned with National Science Standards snfinclude:InsectorNot?,InsectorCollector,LightUpMyLife,FleaLongJump,DragonflyDash,ConcealingCamouflage,andmore!


302410-UG Jun 11-14 6-11 yrs 1-4pm $85/$95

302410-U2 Jul 23-26 6-11 yrs 1-4pm $85/$95


302410-BU Jun 18-21 8-12 yrs 9am-noon $85/$95

302410-B2 Jul 30-Aug 2 8-12 yrs 9am-noon $85/$95

WOW LEGO STAR WARS - KEEP THE KIT!BuildavarietyoflargeandsmallprojectsfromtheLEGOStarWarscollection!Eachcamperwill receive a LEGO StarWars Imperial V-wingStarfighterkit to takehomeat the endofcamp!


302410-SW Jun 18-21 6-8 yrs 1-4pm $100/$110

302410-S2 Jul 30-Aug 2 6-8 yrs 1-4pm $100/$110

NEW!

STEM THINKING INSIDE THE BOXDiscover the growing field of package engi-neering. Campers design, test, and improvepackages to solve a tricky challenge: carry a plant and keep it safe for several days - ensur-ingithaslight,air,andmoisture.

NEW!


302410-ST Jun 25-28 8-12 yrs 9am-noon $85/$95

STEM DESIGNING BRIDGESCamperswilldesign,construct,andtesttheirownbridges.Distinguishbetweenbeam,arch,andsuspensionbridges,learnhowbridgede-signs counteract and redirect forces and mo-tionandaboutdifferentbridgeshapes.


302410-BR Jun 25-28 6-8 yrs 1-4pm $85/$95

NEW!

NEW!

WOW GROSS OUT CHEMISTRYBoom, splat, slime, ooze, fizz – have a blastand make a mess exploring the science behind chemicalreactions!Createaquicksandsimu-lation,slime,flubber,afoammachine,amadscientistbubblelabandmore!


302410-GC Jul 9-12 8-12 yrs 9am-noon $85/$95





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WOW GROSS OUT 2 - CHEMISTRYMakeevenmoreofamess! AntiGravityGoo,SuperSoap,BooBubbles,SuperSlime,EdibleSlime, Electroactive Slime, and more! We’llformhypotheses,recorddataanddrawcon-clusionsjustlikerealscientists!


302410-GC Jul 9-12 8-12 yrs 9am-noon $85/$95

WOW LEGO MBA - KEEP THE KIT!ProjectsincludesomekitsfromLEGO’sMas-terBuilderAcademyandtheStarWarsseries.EachcamperwillreceivetheirownMBAkit#1SpaceDesignertotakehomeattheendofthe camp.


302410-L3 Jul 16-19 8-12 yrs 9am-noon $120/$130

WOW ROBOTICS - KEEP THE KIT!ThisSTEMroboticsclassusestheOLLOAc-tion kit. By building working robots kids learn scienceandengineeringconcepts.Build8dif-ferentreconfigurablerobotsthatcanperformdifferenttasks.OLLOkitisyourstokeep.

NEW!

NEW!


302410-RO Jul 16-19 8-12 yrs 1-4pm $120/$130

OPERATION ECOSYSTEM AWARENESSSpend a funfilledweek interactingwith thelocal ecosystems of Blacksburg as we discover interesting facts about the local flora and fauna. Activities include: collecting insects,catchingaquaticorganisms,marshmucking,games,andmore.

*Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)

300801-1 Jun 11-15 8-11 yrs 9am-4pm $80/$90

300801-2 Jun 25-29 12-15 yrs 9am-4pm $80/$90

300801-3 Jul 9-13 8-11 yrs 9am-4pm $80/$90

300801-4 Jul 23-27 12-15 yrs 9am-4pm $80/$90

Location Camp will meet each morning at tree nursery next to the Parks and Recreation main office at 615 Patrick Henry Drive

Registration Deadline Friday before the camp by 5pm

*Sections 1 and 3 will include a trip to Mill Mountain Zoo; Sections 2 and 4 will include a day of caving.

CAMP RIVER RUNNERGet the kids on the river this summer to share in the enjoyment of friends andwhitewater.Your young river runner will paddle the scenic waters of the New River while being guided by ateamofqualifiedinstructors.

Activity # Date Age *Time Fee (R/NR)

300803-R1 Jun 4-8 12-16yrs 9am-5pm $135/$145

300803-R2 Jun 18-22 12-16yrs 9am-5pm $135/$145

330803-R3 Jul 2-6 12-16yrs 9am-5pm $135/$145

330803-R4 Jul 16-20 12-16yrs 9am-5pm $135/$145

Location Camp will meet each morning next to the Skate Park at 615 Patrick Henry Drive


*Thursday night includes a campout and games. Camp will end at noon on Friday.

ADVENTURE CAMPHangoutwithfriendsfromBlacksburgParksand Recreation and have a blast in the great outdoors. During the week you will have the opportunity for canoeing, rock climbing,hiking,andotheroutdooractivities.


300802-1 Jun 11-15 13-16 yrs 9am-5pm $145/$155

300802-2 Jul 9-13 10-12yrs 9am-5pm $145/$155

330802-3 Jul 30-Aug 3 10-12yrs 9am-5pm $145/$155

330802-4 Aug 6-10 13-16 yrs 9am-5pm $145/$155



* There will be a Thursday night campout and games at Boley Fields. Camps will end at 11am on Friday.

ADVENTURE MINI CAMPHow does the idea of kayaking class 1-3rapids, rock climbing, and caving soundto you? We have jammed packed the bestaspects of adventure camp into three days of adrenalinefilledfun.


300805-C1 Jun 25-27 10-12 yrs 9am-5pm $95/$105

300805-C2 Jul 23-25 13-16 yrs 9am-5pm $95/$105



suMMER CAMPsACT & REACT DRAMA CAMPStudy stage techniques, write, build, andperform your own play. Equal parts in terms of length cannot be guaranteed. Each child will receive equal training and write their own parts. There will be a public performance.Instructor:AliciaLloyd


301006-A1 Jul 9-Aug 2 7-13 yrs Jul 9-24 Noon-4pm Jul 25-Aug 2 Noon-3pm

$200/$210

Location Harding Avenue Elementary School Art/Multipurpose Room

ENGINO BUILDING - ENGINEER ARCHITECT CAMPCamperswillworkwithanadvancedand3Dconstruction kit that is theirs to keep. See how many ways you can make your motor run. Work with rods and connectors that allow joiningsixsidesatonce.


301103 – E1 Jul 23-27 7-12 yrs 9am-noon $145/$155


*Children who want to enroll in morning and afternoon workshops should bring a lunch. Supervision by Instructor will be provided.

FOLLOW ME ROBOTBuild a robot to take home that has four built- inmicrophones, detecting the sound sourceand will turn and move according to how it is directed. Learn about different gears andsensors as you build it.


301102 – FR Jul 23-27 7-12 yrs 1-4pm $145/$155


*Children who want to enroll in morning and afternoon workshops should bring a lunch. Supervision by Instructor will be provided.





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EVENING MUSIC TIME FOR TOTSDesigned for toddlers and caregiver to learn and enjoy music together. We willsing songs, move to music and exploredifferent percussion instruments. Activitiesstrengthencognitiveandsocialskills.MonicaShelor is Kindermusik certified. Caregiverparticipation is required.


302412-M7 *M Apr 30-Jun 4 1.5-3 yrs 6-6:30pm $30/$40

302412-M9 **M Aug 13-Sept 17 1.5-3 yrs 6-6:30pm $30/$40


*No class May 28. **No class Sep 3

EVENING MUSIC TIME FOR PRESCHOOLERSDesigned for the preschooler to explore music,movementandrhythm.Wewillhavefun singing songs, learning our do re miscale. Orchestra instruments will be explored. Monica Shelor is Kindermusik certified.Caregiverparticipationisrequired.


302412-M8 *M Apr 30-Jun 4 3-5 6:45-7:15pm $30/$40

302412-MT **M Aug 13-Sept 17 3-5 6:45-7:15pm $30/$40


*No class May 28. **No class Sep 3

MUSIC TIME FOR THE FAMILYThismusicclassisespe-cially designed for the growing toddler and preschooler to learn about and enjoymusictogether! Marci Craigis Kindermusik trained. Themeswillincludefa-vorite nursery rhymes. Parent participation isrequired!


302412-M2 W Jul 11-Aug 1

0-4 yrs 9:30-10:15am

$36/$46 one child$45/$55 two children

$50/$60 three children

$55/$65 four children


MUSIC TIME FOR SIGNINGLearn how to sign with your baby. Signinghelps babies and toddlers express their wants and needs before they are able to speak; inaddition signing can improve their motor and speech skills.


302412-MS M, W, F Jun 25, 27, 29

0-18 mos

9:30-10:15am $20/$30


HUNTER SAFETY COURSE MandatorytwodaycoursetoobtainaVirginiaState Game License, for 12-15 year olds tobuyalicenseandforfirsttimehunters. Classconducted by Department of Game and InlandFisheries.


332300-A1 Sep 15-16 11 & up Noon-5pm $5/$10

Registration Ongoing

RANDY HALL

Community Programs Supervisor

540-961-1191

[email protected]

yOuTH PROgRAMs

CHILDREN’S AMERICAN MARTIAL ARTS CLASS Learnthebasicsanddisciplineofmartialartsunder the excellent direction of experience in-structors.Thisisanongoingprogramandfeeisduebythefirstclassofeachmonth.


202301-MA302301-JU302301-JL302301-AU302301-SP

T, Th MayT, Th JunT, Th Jul

T, Th AugT, Th Sep

6-13 yrs 5-6pm $50/$60

Location Kipps Gymnasium

PIL SEUNG TAE KWON DO ACADEMY PilSeungstressesphysicalandmentalfitnessthrough the principles of courtesy, integrity,perseverance, self-control and indomitablespirit.This isanongoingprogramandfee isduebythefirstclassofeachmonth.


212206-05312206-06312206-07312206-08312206-09

M, W MayM, W JunM, W Jul

M, W AugM, W Sep

4 & up

4 years, 6-7pmBeginners, 7-8pmAdult, 8-9pm

$50/$60

Location Kipps Gymnasium

SATURDAY KARATE CLASS Learnthebasicsanddisciplineofkarateunderthe excellent direction of experience instruc-tors.Thisisanongoingprogramandfeeisduebythefirstclassofeachmonth.


202301-05302301-06302301-07302301-08302301-09

Sa MaySa JunSa Jul

Sa AugSa Sep

4-5 yrs 9- 9:30am $20/$30

202301-KY302301-KJ302301-KU302301-KA302301-KS

Sa MaySa JunSa Jul

Sa AugSa Sep

6 & up 9:45-10:30am $30/$40







OuTDOOR PROgRAMs

TRAVIS COAD

Outdoor Supervisor

540-961-1133

[email protected]

SCENIC CANOE TOUR OF THE NEW RIVEREnjoy the summer with a relaxed paddlingtrip on one of the most beautiful sections of the New River. Guides will provide you with a safety instruction and lesson on paddling fundamentals. Instruction, equipment andtransportation included.


330003-1 Sa Jun 16 11 & up 9 am-5pm $20/$30

Location Program will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center

Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip by 5pm

SUNSET KAYAK PADDLERelax and let the stress of the week float away as you take in the peace and tranquility of the New River. Guides will provide you with equipment, safety talk, lesson on paddlingfundamentals,andshuttle.


230006-2 F Jun 1 11 & up 6-8:30pm $15/$25

330005-1 F Jun 22 11 & up 6-8:30pm $15/$25

330005-2 F Jul 13 11 & up 6-8:30pm $15/$25

330005-3 F Aug 3 11 & up 6-8:30pm $15/$25

330005-4 F Aug 24 11 & up 6-8:30pm $15/$25

330005-5 F Sep 7 11 & up 6-8:30pm $15/$25

Location Trip will meet at the Dudley’s River Landing located within Radford’s Bisset Park


JOURNEY ON THE JAMES KAYAK TOUREnjoyasit-a-topkayakexperiencedowntheJames River. Take in the sights and sounds of summer and potentially see osprey, hawks,otters and bald eagles on this relatively easy section with the occasional riffle.


330505-JR Sa Jul 7 11 & up 9am-5pm $25/$35



SUMMER SOLSTICE STROLLCome celebrate the first and longest dayof summer with an evening hike along the WarSpurTrail.This easy 2.5mile loop trailprovides an excellent opportunity to view the night sky.

OuTDOOR PROgRAMs

VERTICAL MOTION: ROCK CLIMBINGAn introductory rock climbing adventure inWest Virginia designed for the novice and in-termediate climber. Trained climbing guides willoutfityouwiththepropergeargivingyoutheabilitytosetyourownpace.Instruction,equipment and transportation included.


330001-1 Sa Jun 9 11 & up 9am-5pm $20/$30

330001-2 Sa Jul 14 11 & up 9am-5pm $20/$30

330001-3 Sa Aug 18 11 & up 9am-5pm $20/$30




330600-1 W Jun 20 8 & up 6:30-10:30pm $8/$12


Registration Deadline Day of the program by 5pm

SUMMER SKI & SNOWBOARDINGSki and Snowboard in the middle of summer on state of the art artificial snow turf. Keepyour skills honed through the summer as you shred the slopes at Liberty MountainSnowflexCentre. Includes rental, ticket, andtransportation.


430000-SF Sa Jul 21 *11 & up Noon-8pm $30/$35


Registration Deadline M Jul 9

NEW!

HAWK WATCHINGHike a moderate 1.5 miles up to HangingRock Raptor Observatory, nestled at 3800feetwithspectacular360degreeviewsoftheVirginia,WestVirginiaboundary,insearchofmigratory raptors.


130201-HW Sa Sep 15 16 & up 9am-4pm $10/$20


Registration Deadline Thursday before the trip by 5 pm

* 18 & older participants must have a valid photo ID.

BATS IN THE NIGHTJoin us atHeritage ParkwithWilOrndorff,the Karst Protection Coordinator from VADCRandguests,forashortdiscussionaboutbats in our area then get a chance to see these furry flying creatures up close. Note: Bring a small flashlight for the short night hike at HeritagePark.


330201-BA W Aug 29 All ages 7-9pm $5/$10 per family

Location Heritage Park Meadowbrook Road Pavilion

Registration Deadline Monday before the program 5pm

HORSEBACK TRAIL RIDESpend the day on horseback riding through themountainsofWestVirginia.Thisguidedhorseback ride is a two-hour trail ride through beautifulPipestemStatePark.RidesareledbyprofessionalstafffromPipestemStables.


330202-A2 Aug 25 *11 & up 10:30am-5pm $45/$50



*Trail rides require riders to be at least seven years of age. Ages 7-11 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

KAYAK SKILLS COURSE: INTRO TO WHITE WATER KAYAKINGJoin us in our indoor pool to learn the funda-mentalsoftheroll,bracing,andedgecontrolfrom experienced staff.Wewill provide youwith the necessary equipment to get started or you may bring your own.


430501-6 Su Jun 24 11 & up 10am-noon $15/$25

430501-7 Su Jul 22 11 & up 10am-noon $15/$25

Location Program will meet at the Blacksburg Aquatic Center







OuTDOOR PROgRAMs

VIRGINIA NATIVE ANIMALLearn about and experi-ence many of Virginia’snative species of animals up close and personal in

a safe and managed environment. Join us as Roanoke Wildlife Rescue’s trained handlerspay us a visit with non-releasable animals at theBlacksburgCommunityCenter.


330101-NA W Aug 15 All ages 7:30-9pm $5/$10 per family


Registration Deadline Monday before the program 5pm

SCUBA CERTIFICATION COURSEAlreadyDiscoveredSCUBAwithus?Getyourcertificationtodayunderthesupervisionofacertified PADI professional in the pool andopen water. Note: A medical release must be reviewed and you may need a doctor’s approval prior to participation.


430000-SD Th Jun 21Sa Jun 23Th Jun 28Sa Jun 30

11 & up Th 5:30-10pmSa TBD in class

$300/$320

Location Program will meet at the Blacksburg Community Center on Thursdays. Saturday meeting place will be decided in class.

Registration Deadline Monday before the program by 5pm

national Trails DayJoin Blacksburg Parks and Recreation Outdoors and Blue Ridge Mountain Sports to celebrate National Trails Day, June2 on the Huckleberry Trail near the Blacksburg library.

There will be snacks, workshops, and a chance to help clean up the trail.

Come out and celebrate our trails.

For more details contact the outdoor supervisor at 540-961-1133.

NEW!

OuTDOOR PROgRAMs

ARRANGE FOR A PRIVATE TRIP OR LESSONGiveusacallandletussetupaprivatetrip/programoutontheriver,rocks,woods,orintheclassroom.Youcanalsoarrangeforprivatelessonsincanoeingorkayaking.Call540-961-1133formoreinformation.

Other environmental

programs offered by sEEDs

540-552-3914

www.seedsguys.org

The Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail is the first statewide trail system of its kind in the United States. Along this fascinating trail you will find the Heritage Community Park and Natural Area

located in Blacksburg, VA. This unique park offers visitors over 169 acres of opportunity to visit and array of habitats including: open meadows, hedge rows, floodplains and marshes. A large diversity of birds, white tail deer, wild turkey, red fox, various reptiles and insects inhabit the park as well.

For more information on the Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail please visitThe Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries websitewww.dgif.virginia.gov/vbwt

KAYAK SKILLS COURSE: INTERMEDIATE WHITE WATER KAYAKING

Expand on the funda-mentals you learned from the Intro to White Water Kayaking class on the New River. We will provide transportation and the necessary equip-

ment or bring your own.


430501-9 Su Sep 23 11 & up 10am-5pm $20/$30


Registration Deadline Thursday before the course by 5pm

SEEDS works in

cooperation with the

Town and operates

at the Price House

Nature Center.





http://seedskids.org

www.dgif.virginia.gov/vbwt

AQuATICs PROgRAMs

DEEP AND SHALLOW WATER POWERConductedindeepandshallowwater,anddesignedtogiveatotalbodyworkoutwithlittleornoimpact.Classincludescardio,toning,andstretching.Participantsshouldbecomfortableindeepwater(flotationbeltsavailable).

M-F May 21-Aug 23 Age Time *Fee

M-F 15 & up 9-10am *$3.75

WATER AEROBICS PROGRAMS Water aerobics passes only. Swim passes are not allowed for this class.

JAMIE O’NEIL

Aquatic Supervisor

540-961-1852

[email protected]

PARENT AND CHILD LEVELSWater Babies (6-18 months)Parentparticipationrequired.Class provides experiencesand activities for parents and children including enter/exitthewatersafely,gettingcom-fortable in thewater, explor-ing buoyancy and changing body positions in the water.

Activity # Date Time Fee (R/NR)Deadline

to Register

339000-02 M,W May 14-Jun 6 5-5:30pm $40/$50 May 10

339000-03 M,W Jun 11-Jul 11 5-5:30pm $40/$50 Jun 7

339000-04 M,W Jul 16-Aug 8 5-5:30pm $40/$50 Jul 12

339000-05 M-Th Jun 11-21 9-9:30am $40/$50 Jun 7

339000-06 M-Th Jun 25-Jul 12 9-9:30am $40/$50 Jun 21

339000-07 M-Th Jul 16-26 9-9:30am $40/$50 Jul 12

339000-08 M-Th Jul 30-Aug 9 9-9:30am $40/$50 Jul 26

339000-09 M-Th Aug 13-23 9-9:30am $40/$50 Aug 9

339000-10 Sa May 19-Jun 30 9-9:30am $35/$45 May 17

339000-11 Sa Jul 7-Aug 18 9-9:30am $35/$45 Jul 5

AMERICAN RED CROSS LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM

Date May 21-Aug 23 Age Time *Fee

M&W 15 & up 7-8pm *$3.75

Tu&Th 15 & up 6-7pm *$3.75

TherearenoclassesonMonday,May28.AmakeupclasswillbeheldFriday,June8attheregulartime.TherewillbenoswimlessonstheweekofJuly4.

*Admission + Water Exercise Pass

AM WATER AEROBICS (DEEP AND SHALLOW WATER)

*Admission + Water Exercise Pass

PM WATER AEROBICS (DEEP AND SHALLOW WATER)

AQuATICs PROgRAMs


PRESCHOOL LEVELSWater Bugs (18-36 months) Parentparticipationrequired.Class provides experiencesand activities for parents and children including enter/exitthewatersafely,gettingcom-fortable in thewater, explor-ing buoyancy and changing body positions in the water.

Activity # Date Time Fee (R/NR) Deadline to Register

339005-02 M,W May 14-Jun 6 5-5:30pm $40/$50 May 10

339005-03 M,W Jun 11-Jul 11 5-5:30pm $40/$50 Jun 7

339005-04 M,W Jul 16-Aug 8 5-5:30pm $40/$50 Jul 12

339005-05 M-Th Jun 11-21 9:35-10:05am $40/$50 Jun 7

339005-06 M-Th Jun 25-Jul 12 9:35-10:05am $40/$50 Jun 21

339005-07 M-Th Jul 16-26 9:35-10:05am $40/$50 Jul 12

339005-08 M-Th Jul 30-Aug 9 9:35-10:05am $40/$50 Jul 26

339005-09 M-Th Aug 13-23 9:35-10:05am $40/$50 Aug 9

339005-10 Sa May 19-Jun 30 9-9:30am $35/$45 May 17

339005-11 Sa Jul 7-Aug 18 9-9:30am $35/$45 Jul 5

PRESCHOOL LEVELSGuppies (3-5 years) Mustbecompletelyindepen-dent of parent. Objective isto help participants feel com-fortable and safely enjoy thewater. Includes front/backfloating, blowing bubbles,and paddle strokes on front and back with support.


339010-02 M,W May 14-Jun 6 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 May 10

339010-03 M,W Jun 11-Jul 11 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Jun 7

339010-04 M,W Jul 16-Aug 8 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Jul 12

339010-05 M-Th Jun 11-21 10:10-10:40am $40/$50 Jun 7

339010-06 M-Th Jun 25-Jul 12 10:10-10:40am $40/$50 Jun 21

339010-07 M-Th Jul 16-26 10:10-10:40am $40/$50 Jul 12

339010-08 M-Th Jul 30-Aug 9 10:10-10:40am $40/$50 Jul 26

339010-09 M-Th Aug 13-23 10:10-10:40am $40/$50 Aug 9

339010-10 Sa May 19-Jun 30 9:35-10:05am $35/$45 May 17

339010-11 Sa Jul 7-Aug 18 9:35-10:05am $35/$45 Jul 5






AQuATICs PROgRAMs


MINNOWSMinnows (3-5 years) Mustbecompletelyindepen-dent of parent. Building on skills taught in Guppies while building confidence and in-dependence. Skills include front/back floating, under-water exploration, combinedstroke with breathing, kick-ing on back and front unsup-ported.


339015-02 M,W May 14-Jun 6 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 May 10

339015-03 M,W Jun 11-Jul 11 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Jun 7

339015-04 M,W Jul 16-Aug 8 5:35-6:05pm $40/$50 Jul 12

339015-05 M-Th Jun 11-21 10:10-10:40am $40/$50 Jun 7

339015-06 M-Th Jun 25-Jul 12 10:10-10:40am $40/$50 Jun 21

339015-07 M-Th Jul 16-26 10:10-10:40am $40/$50 Jul 12

339015-08 M-Th Jul 30-Aug 9 10:10-10:40am $40/$50 Jul 26

339015-09 M-Th Aug 13-23 10:10-10:40am $40/$50 Aug 9

339015-10 Sa May 19-Jun 30 10:10-10:40am $35/$45 May 17

339015-11 Sa Jul 7-Aug 18 10:10-10:40am $35/$45 Jul 5

LEARN-TO-SWIM LEVELSLevel 1 - Starfish (5+ years) Beginner swimmers. Par-ticipants learn to be comfort-able in water and to enjoythe water safely. Basic skills set foundations for skills in later levels, including: float-ing,front/backglides,rollingover, and combined strokeswith support.


339018-02 M,W May 14-Jun 6 6:10-6:55pm $40/$50 May 10

339018-03 M,W Jun 11-Jul 11 6:10-6:55pm $40/$50 Jun 7

339018-04 M,W Jul 16-Aug 8 6:10-6:55pm $40/$50 Jul 12

339018-05 M-Th Jun 11-21 11:00-11:45am $40/$50 Jun 7

339018-06 M-Th Jun 25-Jul 12 11:00-11:45am $40/$50 Jun 21

339018-07 M-Th Jul 16-26 11:00-11:45am $40/$50 Jul 12

339018-08 M-Th Jul 30-Aug 9 11:00-11:45am $40/$50 Jul 26

339018-09 M-Th Aug 13-23 11:00-11:45am $40/$50 Aug 9

339018-10 Sa May 19-Jun 30 10:45-11:30am $35/$45 May 17

339018-11 Sa Jul 7-Aug 18 10:45-11:30am $35/$45 Jul 5

AQuATICs PROgRAMs


LEARN-TO-SWIM LEVELSLevel 2 - Sea Turtles (6+ years) Prerequisite:Level1ormustbe able to demonstrate re-quirements for level 1. Par-ticipants learn to float with-out support, front and backglides, and combined strokeon front and back with rhyth-mic breathing.


339020-01 M,W May 14-Jun 6 5:15-6pm $40/$50 May 10

339020-02 M,W Jun 11-Jul 11 5:15-6pm $40/$50 Jun 7

339020-03 M,W Jul 16-Aug 8 5:15-6pm $40/$50 Jul 12

339020-04 M-Th Jun 11-21 10:10-10:55am $40/$50 Jun 7

339020-06 M-Th Jun 25-Jul 12 10:10-10:55am $40/$50 Jun 21

339020-07 M-Th Jul 16-26 10:10-10:55am $40/$50 Jul 12

339020-08 M-Th Jul 30-Aug 9 10:10-10:55am $40/$50 Jul 26

339020-09 M-Th Aug 13-23 10:10-10:55am $40/$50 Aug 9

339020-10 Sa May 19-Jun 30 10:45-11:30am $35/$45 May 17

339020-11 Sa Jul 7-Aug 18 10:45-11:30am $35/$45 Jul 5

LEARN-TO-SWIM LEVELSLevel 3 - Sting Rays Prerequisite:Level2ormustbe able to demonstrate re-quirements for level 2. Skillstaught include front crawl,back crawl, butterfly kick,andopen turns,diving fromthe side and treading water.


339030-02 M,W May 14-Jun 6 6:10-6:55pm $40/$50 May 10

339030-03 M,W Jun 11-Jul 11 6:10-6:55pm $40/$50 Jun 7

339030-04 M,W Jul 16-Aug 8 6:10-6:55pm $40/$50 Jul 12

339030-05 M-Th Jun 11-21 10:10-10:55am $40/$50 Jun 7

339030-06 M-Th Jun 25-Jul 12 10:10-10:55am $40/$50 Jun 21

339030-07 M-Th Jul 16-26 10:10-10:55am $40/$50 Jul 12

339030-08 M-Th Jul 30-Aug 9 10:10-10:55am $40/$50 Jul 26

339030-09 M-Th Aug 13-23 10:10-10:55am $40/$50 Aug 9

339030-10 Sa May 19-Jun 30 9:50-10:35am $35/$45 May 17

339030-11 Sa Jul 7-Aug 18 9:50-10:35am $35/$45 Jul 5





AQuATICs PROgRAMs

LEARN-TO-SWIM LEVELSLevel 4 - SwordfishPrerequisite: Level 3 or ableto demonstrate require-ments for level3. Introducesthe elementary backstroke,breaststroke and elements of the sidestroke. Skills taught includebreaststroke,treadingwater,elementarybackstroke,diving skills, butterfly, andopen turns.


339040-02 M,W May 14-Jun 6 5:15-6pm $40/$50 May 10

339040-03 M,W Jun 11-Jul 11 5:15-6pm $40/$50 Jun 7

339040-04 M,W Jul 16-Aug 8 5:15-6pm $40/$50 Jul 12

339040-05 M-Th Jun 11-21 11-11:45am $40/$50 Jun 7

339040-06 M-Th Jun 25-Jul 12 11-11:45am $40/$50 Jun 21

339040-07 M-Th Jul 16-26 11-11:45am $40/$50 Jul 12

339040-08 M-Th Jul 30-Aug 9 11-11:45am $40/$50 Jul 26

339040-09 M-Th Aug 13-23 11-11:45am $40/$50 Aug 9

339040-10 Sa May 19-Jun 30 10:35-11:20am $35/$45 May 17

339040-11 Sa Jul 7-Aug 18 10:35-11:20am $35/$45 Jul 5


LEARN-TO-SWIM LEVELSLevel 5 - DolphinsPrerequisite: Level 4 or beable to demonstrate require-mentsforlevel4.Participantsrefine strokes and increaseendurance. Skills taught include breaststroke, side-stroke, introduction to flipturns, treading water, andsurface dives.


339050-02 M,W May 14-Jun 6 5:15-6pm $40/$50 May 10

339050-03 M,W Jun 11-Jul 11 5:15-6pm $40/$50 Jun 7

339050-04 M,W Jul 16-Aug 8 5:15-6pm $40/$50 Jul 12

339050-05 M-Th Jun 11-21 11-11:45am $40/$50 Jun 7

339050-06 M-Th Jun 25-Jul 12 11-11:45am $40/$50 Jun 21

339050-07 M-Th Jul 16-26 11-11:45am $40/$50 Jul 12

339050-08 M-Th Jul 30-Aug 9 11-11:45am $40/$50 Jul 26

339050-09 M-Th Aug 13-23 11-11:45am $40/$50 Aug 9

339050-10 Sa May 19-Jun 30 9-9:45am $35/$45 May 17

339050-11 Sa Jul 7-Aug 18 9-9:45am $35/$45 Jul 5SWIM PROGRAMS

MASTERS SWIMMING Agroupstructuredswimworkoutbyaqualifiedinstructor.Workoutsaccommodatethefitnessswimmer,triath-lete,andcompetitiveswimmer.Includesintervaltraining,stroketechnique,anddrills.

AQuATICs PROgRAMs

LEARN-TO-SWIM LEVELSLevel 6 - OrcasPrerequisite: Level 5 or ableto demonstrate requirements for level 5. Level 6 refinesstrokestodevelop,efficiency,power and smoothness over greater distance. Level 6 op-tions include personal water safety,fitnessanddivingfun-damentals.


339060-02 M,W May 14-Jun 6 5:15-6pm $40/$50 May 10

339060-03 M,W Jun 11-Jul 11 5:15-6pm $40/$50 Jun 7

339060-04 M,W Jul 16-Aug 8 5:15-6pm $40/$50 Jul 12

339060-05 M-Th Jun 11-21 11-11:45am $40/$50 Jun 7

339060-06 M-Th Jun 25-Jul 12 11-11:45am $40/$50 Jun 21

339060-07 M-Th Jul 16-26 11-11:45am $40/$50 Jul 12

339060-08 M-Th Jul 30-Aug 9 11-11:45am $40/$50 Jul 26

339060-09 M-Th Aug 13-23 11-11:45am $40/$50 Aug 9

339060-10 Sa May 19-Jun 30 9-9:45am $35/$45 May 17

339060-11 Sa Jul 7-Aug 18 9-9:45am $35/$45 Jul 5


ADULT SWIM CLASSESGet WetAn introductory water pro-gram for adults or teens that are fearful about participation in water activities. Instructors will provide an extra amount of patience and understand-ing while developing funda-mental skills in basic water safety, water adjustment andswimming techniques.


339080-02 T,Th May 15-Jun 7 7-7:45pm $40/$50 May 10

339080-03 T,Th Jun 12-Jul 12 7-7:45pm $40/$50 Jun 7

339080-04 T,Th Jul 17-Aug 9 7-7:45pm $40/$50 Jul 12

339080-05 M-Th Jun 11-21 11:45am-12:30pm $40/$50 Jun 7

339080-06 M-Th Jun 25-Jul 12 11:45am-12:30pm $40/$50 Jun 21

339080-07 M-Th Jul 16-26 11:45am-12:30pm $40/$50 Jul 12

339080-08 M-Th Jul 30-Aug 9 11:45am-12:30pm $40/$50 Jul 26

339080-09 M-Th Aug 13-23 11:45am-12:30pm $40/$50 Aug 9

339080-10 Sa May 19-Jun 30 11:15-noon $35/$45 May 17

339080-11 Sa Jul 7-Aug 18 11:15-noon $35/$45 Jul 5

Activity Date May 30-Jul 27 Age Time Fee Deadline to Register

339700-01 Practices are M & W 6-7pm,Tu & Th 5-6pm 4 & up 5-6pm $80/$90 Jun 3

ORCAS SWIM TEAMParticipantsmustbeabletoswim25yardscontinuouslyandmustbepresentatthepre-seasonmeeting.TheteamparticipatesintheSouthwestVirginiaSwimLeague.Theseasonincludescoachedswimpractices,swimmeets,ribbons,andmore.

Date May 21-Aug 23 Age Time Fee

M&W 15 & up 7-8pm $3.75 Admission or, $65.00 Masters Punch Pass (20 Visits)

Tu&Th 15 & up 6-7pm $3.75 Admission or, $65.00 Masters Punch Pass (20 Visits)





COMMUNITY ADULT CHILD INFANT CPR/AEDLearntorespondinanemergencysituationwithskillsthatcansavealife.Skillsincludecaringforconsciousandunconsciouschokingvictims,CPRanduseofautomatedexternaldefibrillator(AED)forsuddencardiacarrest.

AQuATICs PROgRAMs

Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR) Deadline to Register

339225-01 W Jun 13 11 & up 5-9pm $70/$80 Jun 7

339225-02 M Jul 16 11 & up 5-9pm $70/$80 Jul 12

339225-03 F Aug 10 11 & up 5-9pm $70/$80 Aug 9

Location Blacksburg Community Center Social Room

BABYSITTER TRAININGLearntocareforchildrenandinfants,beagoodleaderandrolemodel,makegooddecisions,solveproblems,keepchildrensafe,andhandleemergenciessuchasinjuries,illnessesandhouseholdaccidents.Pleasebringlunch.


339228-01 W Jun 13 11-15 yrs 9am-5pm $50/$60 Jun 14

339228-02 M Jul 16 11-15 yrs 9am-5pm $50/$60 Jul 19

339228-03 F Aug 10 11-15 yrs 9am-5pm $50/$60 Aug 9


COMMUNITY FIRST AIDToteachlayresponderstheknowledgeandskillsnecessarytogivecareinanemergency,helpsustainlifeandmini-mizetheconsequencesofinjuryorsuddenillnessuntilmedicalhelparrives.


339300-01 Th Jun 7 11 & up 6-9pm $50/$60 Jun 14

339300-02 W Jul 25 11 & up 6-9pm $50/$60 Jul 19

339300-03 Th Aug 9 11 & up 6-9pm $50/$60 Aug 2


SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONSSemi-private swim lessons are for two to three participants. Clientsmustformgroupsofsimilaragesand/orabilitylevels.Days and times are arrangedperparticipant’s schedule.Les-sonsare30minuteseach.

Five30minutelessons$40perpersonTen30minutelessons$70perperson

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONSPrivate swim lessons are available for all agesand abilities. Instructors will develop a program whichmeets thegoals,needsand schedulesofstudents.Lessonsare30minuteseachandonehour lessons are available.

Five30minutelessons$75Ten30minutelessons$140

PHYSICAL THERAPY SWIMMonday-Friday,Jun11-Aug23,9-11am.Individualscanperformtherapyunderthedirectiontheirownphysi-cianorphysicaltherapist.Aletterfromaphysicianorphysicaltherapistisrequiredforadmissionandmustberenewed yearly.

SWIM PROGRAM

MunICIPAl gOlF COuRsE

JEFF KLEPPIN

Golf Shop Supervisor

540-961-1137

[email protected]

GOLF COURSE RATESGreens Fee GreensFeeWalking(Nineholesorallday) Weekday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12 Weekend/Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 Twilight(after3pm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10

SUMMER 2012 PROGRAMS – GOLF COURSE

MONDAY NIGHT MADNESSEveryMondaynightthroughAugust27.Time:5:30pmCost:$15perplayerFormat:Teamcompetitions,formatsandteams change weekly.Open to everyone.

Thefieldislimitedtothefirst36players.Reservationscanbemadebeginningat8amthatMonday.Prizesandproshopcreditstobe awarded each week.

PRIVATE GOLF INSTRUCTION PrivategolfinstructionprovidedbyamemberoftheMunicipalGolfCoursestaffonanhourlybasis.Instructioncanincludeputting,shortgame,fullshotoroncourseinstruction.Lessonscanbescheduled for individuals or groups.

IndividualLessons:$25/hourGroupLessons:$20/hourperperson.

Contacttheproshopat540-961-1137formoreinformation or to schedule a lesson.

9-HoleWeekday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1918-holeWeekday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$26

9-HoleWeekend/Holiday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2218-HoleWeekend/Holiday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$29

9-holeCartFeeforspectator (perperson,includestax). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7

Annual Play TicketsIndividual–PlayAnytime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$350Additional$60foreachimmediatefamilymembernottoexceedmaximumfeeof$530.

Individual–WeekdaysOnly$250Additional$60foreachimmediatefamilymembernottoexceedmaximumfeeof$430.

GreensFeewithCart(perperson–includestax)






ATHlETIC PROgRAMs

ADAM LLOYD

Athletic Supervisor

540-961-1179

[email protected]

FLAG FOOTBALLThis program is designed to provide the basicfundamentals of football at minimal contact. Playerswilllearnthebasicrulesofthegamewithmajor focus on sportsmanship and teamwork.PracticesbegininAugustwithgamesplayedonSundays starting in September.


305100 FF Aug-Oct 6-8yrs (as of Nov1, 2012)

TBA $35/$45

Location Practices at Nellie’s Cave Park

Registration Jun 25-Jul 27

YOUTH ATHLETICS

YOUTH FOOTBALLPlayerswill learn basic instruction in the rulesof the game and techniques of play, stressingsportsmanship throughout the season. Eighth gradersor14yearoldsarenotallowedtoplay.

* Late Fee of $10 will begin on August 6.


305100 FB Aug-Oct 9-13yrs (as of Nov1, 2012)

TBA $45/$55

Location Practices at Municipal Park and the old Blacksburg High School on Patrick Henry Drive. Travel to games in surrounding localities.

Registration Jun 25-Jul 27, 8am-5pm only at the Blacksburg Parks and Recreation administrative office, 615 Patrick Henry Drive. Child and parent must be present to register. A copy of the child’s birth certificate is required at time of registration.

* Late Fee of $10 will begin on August 6.

ATHlETIC PROgRAMs

SOFTBALL

ADULT ATHLETICS

RegisterattheParksandRecreationadministrativeoffice,615PatrickHenryDrive.Nomailorphoneregistrationswillbeaccepted.Asignedrostercompletewithnames,addressesandphonenumbersalongwiththeentireentryfeearedueatthetimeofregistration.Noawardswillbegivenatendofseason.PlaybeginstheweekofAugust13.Formoreinformation,pleasecall540-961-1135.

Ballsmustbemarkedcore44or47,corkcenter.NoMikenUltraIIbatsallowed.Playersallowedtoplayinonemen’sandco-edleagueonly.

Location Jaycee and Toms Creek Fields

Registration Jun 25-Jul 27

MEN’S A, B, C ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)

315001 MA Aug-Nov 17 & up (as of Aug 1, 2012) TBA $240

315001 MB Aug-Nov 17 & up (as of Aug 1, 2012) TBA $240

315001 MC Aug-Nov 17 & up (as of Aug 1, 2012) TBA $240

COED A, B, C ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)

315001 XA Aug-Nov 17 & up (as of Aug 1, 2012) TBA $240

315001 XB Aug-Nov 17 & up (as of Aug 1, 2012) TBA $240

315001 XC Aug-Nov 17 & up (as of Aug 1, 2012) TBA $240






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2012 DANCE PROGRAMS

JACK LEAHY

Community Center Supervisor

540-961-1880

[email protected]

PARTNER DANCE FOR ADULTS AND TEENSExperiencethethrillofdance.Nopartnerrequired.Discountsavailableforgroupsoffiveandrepeatstudents.Formore information contact Sapphire at 540-382-8782, info@sapphiredance.comorwww.SapphireDance.com.ClassesmeetattheBlacksburgCommunityCenter.


312100-Q1 Tu May 22 14 & up 7-8pm *

SUMMER SAMPLERPerfectforthoseinterestedindanceclasses,butnotsure where to start. See styles from the Essential classes,askquestionsandlearnalittledancingbe-fore committing to a four week class.

Activity # Dates Ages Time Fee (R/NR)

312100-B1 W Jun 6-27 14 & up 7-8pm $4/$8

312100-B2 Tu Jul 10-31 14 & up 6:15-7:15pm $4/$8

312100-B3 Tu Aug 14-Sep 4 14 & up 8:15-9:15pm $4/$8

ESSENTIAL BALLROOM: LEVEL 1ExperiencetheenchantmentoftheWaltz,carefreefunofFoxTrot,andpassionofTango!InEssentialBallroom,learntheessenceofeachoftheseclassicdance styles.

Activity # Dates Ages Time *Fee (R/NR)

312100-L1 W Jun 6-27 14&up 8-9pm $4/$8

312100-L2 Tu Jul 10-31 14&up 7:15-8:15pm $4/$8

ESSENTIAL LATIN: LEVEL 1Greatforbeginners!JointhespicyworldofLatinDance,whereMerengue is casual fun,ChaChaisaharmlessflirtation,andRumbaisaburningromance.EssentialLatinwillgetyoumoving.


312100-S1 Tu Jun 5-26 14 & up 8:15-9:15pm $4/$8

312100-S2 W Jul 11-Aug1 14 & up 8-9pm $4/$8

ESSENTIAL SWING: LEVEL 1FastandfunfornewDancers!Groove-n-glideinthe Hustle, jump-n-jive to Single-Time Swing,andboogiedownwithEastCoastSwing! InEs-sentialSwing,you’lllearntheseexciting,spin-filleddances.

Registration is free. Pay instructor $5 and get a $5 coupon for a class.

* $32 payable to Sapphire Ballroom




312100-S3 W Aug 15-Sep 5 14 & up 8-9pm $4/$8

ESSENTIAL SWING: LEVEL 2Swing and slide into more advanced patterns in EastCoast, SingleTimeandHustle. In this classwe’llreallygetyougroovingandmoving!


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312100-R1 Tu Jun 5-26 14 & up 7:15-8:15pm $4/$8

ARGENTINE TANGO: LEVEL 1Alltherageindanceclubsaroundtheworld,withan intense emphasis on lead-and-follow and part-nering techniques, we recommend taking Levels1&2EssentialBallroombeforethisclass.


312100-O1 W Jul 11-Aug 1 14 & up 7-8pm $4/$8

BOLERO: LEVEL 1Bolero, a beautiful and dramatic dance withsmooth styling and “drop & drift” action, is ex-cellentforslowloveballads.Level2Latinrecom-mended before taking this class.


312100-W1 Tu Aug 14-Sep 4 14 & up 6:15-7:15pm $4/$8

WEST COAST SWING: LEVEL 1Smooth and sophisticated, funky and fun.Greatformany stylesofmusic! A“need toknow” foryoudanceaddictsoutthere.PriorLevel2EssentialSwing recommended.


312100-Q2 Tu Jun 5-26 14 & up 6:15-7:15pm $4/$8

312100-Q3 Tu Jul 10-31 14 & up 8:15-9:15pm $4/$8

312100-Q4 Tu Aug 14-Sep 4 14 & up 7:15-8:15pm $4/$8

312100-Q5 W Aug 15-Sep 5 14 & up 7-8pm $4/$8

CLASS-BY-REQUEST (A.K.A “CBR”) FOR SOCIAL DANCE PROGRAMS

Want to continue the social dance fun at a higher level? Looking for a certain styleofdance?ContactSapphireat [email protected] 540-382-8782 regard-ingwhichclassesyou’d liketo see. Preregistration re-quired.






312230-D4 M Jun11-Jul 16 16 & up 6-7pm $50/$60


PUPPY CLASSFor puppies ten weeks to fourmonths of age,this course will cover housebreaking, properdiscipline techniquesand teaching.Learnhowto discourage puppy problems such as jump-ing,biting,barking,digging,andchewing.Firstclass is without the dog.

Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR

212230-DC M Jun11-Jul 16 16 & up 7:15-8:15pm $50/$60


Registration W May 30

DOG UNDER CONTROL CLASSTeaching indoor dogs to focus and work with distractions. Dogs must be six months or old-er and attendwith a dog carrier. First class iswithoutthedog.FormoreinformationcontactAnneGouiller-Mooreatkeshnzag@gmail.com.








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OUTDOOR BEGINNING CLASSThisclasscoversbasicdogobedience. Dogs must be six months or older. Firstclassiswithoutthedog.Formore information contact Judyat540-544-7556. Location The first class meets at Shelter 2 at Municipal Park and all

remaining classes will meet behind the tennis courts.

Activity # Date *Age Time *Fee (R/NR)

312230 – D1

Sa Sep 8-Oct 27 16 & up 9:30-10:30am

$2/$4

*$40 paid to the instructor

OUTDOOR ADVANCED CLASSThisclassreviewsobedi-ence skills and works to-wardhavingthedogofflead all the time. Dogs must be six months or older. Dogs attend all

classes. For more information contact Judy at540-544-7556.

Location Meet at Shelter 2 at Municipal Park.

Activity # Date *Age Time *Fee (R/NR)

312230 – D2

Sa Sep 8-Oct 27 16 & up 11am-noon $2/$4

*$40 paid to the instructor

Activity # *Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR)

302412-CS M-Sa Jun 18-23 Middle School & up

M,T, Th, F 7-9pm

$50/$60


BLACKSBURG COMMUNITY STRINGS SUMMER SPLASH

Led by esteemedFinnish conductorAke-Eric Renqvist,this offering gives area string players a chance to prepare and perform or-chestra music with

soloists.Call540-552-0186orcontactclockmu-sic@verizon.netformoreinformation.

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Date Age Time *Fee (R/NR

Jan-Dec 16 & up 6-8:30pm $60/yr


PHOTO CLUB - PASS PROGRAMThe Photo Clubis a group of pho-tographers who share ideas, talentand photo demon-strations. Led byIsabelle Marchand,

photographerandauthor,thegroupmeetsthelastTuesday of each month. For more information,visit www.blacksburgphoto.org.

*Fee will be prorated.




SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY FOR PARENTSTips on the essentials of basic sports photography whilelearninghowtouseyourcamera’sautomaticmodes,andprogresstointermediateinstructiononhowtouseall thefeaturesofyourdigitalSLR.In-structorJonFleming:[email protected]


312331 – SP W Jun 6-27 16 & up 7-8:30 pm $40/$50

312331 – S2 W Jul 11-Aug 1 16 & up 7-8:30 pm $40/$50

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Activity # *Date Age Time **Fee (R/NR)

112301 – EK M, W Jun 4-Jul 25 18 & up 6-9:30pm $999

EKG TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION PROGRAMComprehensive50hourEKGTechnicianCertifi-cationProgramprepares students to functionasEKGTechniciansandtotaketheAmericanSoci-etyofPhlebotomyTechnician(ASPT)–Electro-cardiograph(EKG)Technicianexaminadditiontoothernationalcertificationexams.

* No class Jul 4 **Fee includes textbooks.


312301 – PT Tu, Th Jun 5-Jul 24

18 & up 6-9:30pm $999


PHARMACY TECHNICIAN PROGRAMThis 50 hour course will prepare students toenter the pharmacy field and take the PharmacyTechnician Certification Board’s PTCB exam.Course content includes: terminology, reading/interpreting prescriptions, defining drugs, dosagecalculations,dispensingofprescriptions,andmore.

*Fee includes textbooks.



PARENTING CLASSParentingisaverystressfuljob! Forhelpinreducingthearguing,drama,andconstant reminding,comelearnaboutLoveandLogic,aphilosophy thathasbeenmakinglifeeasierforover35years.

**$85/$95perindividual***$110/$120percouple

Activity # *Date Age Time Fee (R/NR)

312301 – PA Tu May 29-Jul 10 Parent 6:30-8pm **

312301 – PA Tu May 29-Jul 10 Parent 6:30-8pm ***

*Free introductory class on Tu May 22. No class on Jul 5.

BEGINNING TAI CHIIncrease your balance, strength, circulation andmentalfocus.TaiChiisbasedonslow,gentleandrelaxed movements that incorporate the whole body.Programisdesignedforages50andabovebut all are welcome to participate.


323503-B1 Tu, Th May 8-Jun 21

All ages 11am-noon $40/$50


INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED TAI CHIIncrease your balance, strength, circulation andmentalfocus.TaiChiisbasedonslow,gentleandrelaxed movements that incorporate the whole body.Programisdesignedforages50andabovebut all are welcome to participate.


323503-A1 Tu, Th May 8-Jun 21

All ages 7:30-8:30pm $40/$50



302301-J1 M,W,F May 21-Jun 1 16 & up 4:30-6:30pm $55/$65

302301-J2 M,W,F Jun 11-22 16 & up 4:30-6:30pm $65/$75

302301-J3 M,W,F Jun 25-29 16 & up 4:30-6:30pm $30/$40

302301-J4 M,W,F Jul 9-20 16 & up 4:30-6:30pm $65/$75

302301-J5 M,W,F Jul 23-Aug 3 16 & up 4:30-6:30pm $65/$75

JAPANESE CULTURE CAMP FOR TEENS AND ADULTSLearn the best of Japanese culture, plus basicgreetings and expressions.Workshops in Japa-nese calligraphy, origami, cooking, andmore. Instructor: Fumiko Yamagami Snidow, Japa-neseteacheratVMI


*No class May 28

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HEAlTH AnD FITnEss

STRENGTH TRAINING CLASS Date Time

Tu, Th 9-10am

AEROBICS Date Time

M, F 9-10am

The following classes are interchangeable. Zumba is an energetic aerobic class designed for 18 years and above. The others are designed for ages 50 and above. Please check with your doctor before beginning any fitness program. 13 time pass is $20/$30; 35 time pass is $50/$60 .

HEALTHY BACKS Date Time

M, W, F 10:30-11:30am

PILATES Date Time

Th 9-10am

ZUMBA Date Time

M, FW

Tu, Th Th – Zumba Toning

10-11am10:30-11:30am

6:30-7:30pm 10-11am

ENERGY THREE (Combination of Tai Chi, Pilates and Yoga.)

Date Time

Tu, Th 10-11am

STRETCH, BALANCE & TONE Date Time

W 9-10am

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YOGA PASSESLearnbasicyogaposturesandgainmorestrengthand flexibility. Gentle yoga is for those with lim-ited physical abilities or beginning to get into ex-ercise.Classesandtimescanbeinterchanged.Payonly for the classes attended.


Gentle Yoga Tu & Th 16 & up 10:15–11:45am *

Beg/Mod Yoga W 16 & up 5:45-7:15pm *



*Six time pass $42/$52*12 time pass $80/$90

YOGA WORKSHOPDesigned for the beginner yoga and the seasoned practitioner looking to get back to the basics. We start with a beginning yoga workout and progres-sively buildup each day to an advanced program.


302301-Y3 M-Th May 21-24 16 & up 5:45-7:15pm $40/$50

302301-Y4 M-Th Sep 17-20 16 & up 5:45-7:15pm $40/$50


WOMEN’S YOGA FOR ROUND BODIES SATURDAY WORKSHOP Designed forwomenwith amore roundfigureor largerbody.Wewillexploremodificationsoftraditionalpostures.Anyleveliswelcome.Therewillbetimeafterourclasstoanswerquestions.


302301-Y5 Sa May 19 16 & up 10am-noon $15/$20

302301-Y6 Sa Jul 14 16 & up 10am-noon $15/$20

302301-Y7 Sa Sep 15 16 & up 10am-noon $15/$20


GENTLE YOGA SATURDAY WORKSHOP Exploreagentlerestorativeyogapractice, releas-ing stress through breath work while learning modificationstotraditionalposturesforrestora-tionfrominjuryanddisease. Consultyourdoc-

tor before registering if you are new to yoga or are restoring from injury.


302301-Y8 Sa May 12 16 & up 10am-noon $15/$20

302301-Y9 Sa July 21 16 & up 10am-noon $15/$20

302301-YY Sa Sept 8 16 & up 10am-noon $15/$20


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FITNESS CENTER PASSESThe Senior Fitness Center features treadmills, stationary bikes, elliptical trainers, weight machine, step machines and free weights. Five times pass $10; 30 times pass $35; 50 times pass $50. All passes are good for one year from date of purchase.

FITNESS CENTER ORIENTATION Our staff will provide general instruction on the proper use of the fitness center equipment. Once registered, staff will contact you and set up an appointment. If you are just beginning an exercise program or have specific needs, we recommend our Personal Training program with one of our certified trainers. Activity #: 223320-A1 PERSONAL TRAININGA doctor’s written permission is required to participate in this program. Each package purchased is good up to one year. Fee (R/NR): Five sessions $85/$95; 10 sessions $160/$170; Use of fitness center will be an additional charge.

FITNESS CENTER RULESBefore using Fitness Center, please consult with fitness professional as to the proper use of the equipment.To ensure a comfortable atmosphere for everyone, please be courteous & respectful of others.During peak hours (or while others are waiting) limit your time on the treadmill, elliptical, cycles, etc. to 20-30 minutes.Wipe down equipment for the next user.Wear proper workout attire: no cutoff shorts, bare feet, or sandals allowed, and shirts must be worn at all times.No food or beverages (except water bottles).Return all equipment to its proper place.Do not touch TV’s, please ask attendant for assistance.Only Employees of the Town of Blacksburg are allow to train other participants in our fitness facility.

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sEnIOR PROgRAMs

JOY HERBERT

Senior Supervisor

540-961-1134

[email protected]

ONGOING


AARP CHAPTER #2613AARP has general membership meetings at 11:30ameachmonth.Theseareusuallyluncheonmeetingswitheveryone bringing a bagged lunch. Interesting and informativepresentationsfollow.MeetingsareopentothepublicandareofferedSeptember-June.

Activity # Date Age Time Fee (R/NR

No registration required

* **

All ages 11:30am Free


KNITTERS GROUPBringyourprojectandlearnfromothersorshareyourskills.Thisinformalgroupmeetsforsocializationwhileknitting. Other varieties of needle work are welcome.

Activity # Date Book Time Fee (R/NR


W All ages 10am-Noon

Free


LINE DANCING WITH CASS LONGIt’s fun and great exercise. Line Dance to a varietyof music (50’s to current). No partner needed. Noprior dance experience necessary.Come join us eachThursday.

Activity # Date Age *Time Fee (R/NR

No Registration Required

Th All ages 1:30-2:30pm

**

*Beginners are encouraged to practice with instructor at 1pm**$5/class - pay instructor

* Jun 19 - picnic meeting at Nellie’s Cave Park** Sep 18 - Blacksburg Community Center


BOOK CLUBThenextbest thing toreadingagreatbook is talkingabout it with friends.



* * 2pm FREE

*ThJun14 “InMyFather’sCourt” by Isaac Bashevis Singer*ThJul12 “FindingNouf”byZoeFerraris*ThAug9 “Descartes’Bones”byShoto*ThSep13 “SweetnessattheBottomofthePie” byAlanBradley


WRITER’S WORKSHOPJoin fellow writers or would-be writers for opportunities toshareandtalkaboutyourwriting:essays,memoirs,poetry, stories, plays, letters, or a chapter from yourgreatAmericannovel.Readingsarepurelyvoluntary.



Jun 1, Jul 6, Aug 3, &

Sep 7

All ages 2pm Free






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ONGOINGBRIDGE AND MAHJONGG

The following pro-grams take place weekly.ForDuplicateBridge, contact Rich-ardHuberat304-466-

0341 or [email protected]. For PartyBridgeandMahjongg,theroomisreservedforanygroup/individualtouse. Location Blacksburg Community Center

Program Day Age Time Fee (R/NR)

Sanctioned Duplicate ACBL Game

M,W,F All ages 12:30pm Donation

Party Bridge Tu, W, F All ages 1pm Free

Mah Jongg W All ages 1pm Free

* Room is reserved for any group/individual

VICAP (VIRGINIA INSURANCE AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAM)An insurance counselor from Agency on Aging canassist regarding medical benefit programs, long-termcareinsurance,andproblemswithMedicare,Medicaid,andmedical bill paying.Contact theNRVAgency onAging at 540-980-7720 for appointments and moreinformation.



TBA 50 & up TBA Free

SPECIAL EVENTS

HOW TO TALK TO YOUR DOCTORShirleyHuffmanwithGentivaHomeHealthCarewilldiscuss ways you can make the most of your doctor appointments. Lunch will follow,main dish provided;bring a side dish to share. Dessert will feature an ice cream bar.


323000-J4 Th Jul 19 All ages

10:15am-1:45pm

Free

LIVING MADE BETTERLearnhowphysicaltherapyhelpsmaintainmovementand mobility and how occupational and speech therapyhelpspatientsregaindailylivingskills.LunchandBingofollowpresentation.Maincourseprovided.Bring a dish to share.


323000-J6 Th Jun 21 All ages 10:15am-1:45pm

Free

Location Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 10am.

Registration Ends Jul 16


323000-J3 Tu Jul 10 All ages 5:30-8:30pm $3

Location Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 5:15pm.

Location Please arrive at Blacksburg Community Center no later than 10am.

Registration ends Jun 18

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OUTDOOR CONCERT AND ICE CREAM SOCIALEnjoydeliciousicecreamaswe enjoy the sounds of theBig Dog and the Fat Cats.They provide an authen-tic and rarely found sound from Dixieland to big band swingandallformsofjazz.

* Fee includes transportation and ice cream. Chairs will be provided for the concert.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

IN THE KITCHEN WITH FRANKE Don’tmissFranke’sdeliciousspringmealofcrabandricottastuffedmanicotti.


323000-J5 Tu Jul 24 All ages 10:30am-1:30pm

$3; Bring a dish to share

Location Please arrive at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 10:15am.

TROPICAL LUAULet’s travel toMeadowbrook Recreationcenter and celebrate springtime. Take in a fun evening of games and an opportunity to sample refreshing tropical beverages and snacks.

RECIPE SWAP BINGOLet’s travel to the ChristiansburgRecreationcenter for thispotluckevent,so bring a dish to share. Prizes will berecipes of your favorite summer dish. PleasedropofforemailyourrecipetoJoybyJuly19,[email protected].


323304-M1 M May 21 All ages Noon $5/$10


Registration Ends

May 14


323000-M2 Tu May 22 All ages 5:15-8:30pm Free

Location Please check in at the Blacksburg Community Center no later than 5pm.

*Fee includes transportation and lunch.

WATERMELON BINGOLet’s travel toChristiansburgRecreationcenterforsomefun!


323000-J2 Tu Jun 26 All ages 10:30am-1:30pm

$3



323600-J4 Th Jun 28 All ages 4-6:30pm $5/$10

323600-J6 W Jul 18 All ages 10:15am-2:15pm **$5/$10

323600-A1 W Aug 1 All ages 10:15am-1:15pm **$5/$10

323600-A3 W Aug 22 All ages 8:30am-noon $5/$10

Location Depart from the Blacksburg Community Center.

MYSTERY DINE OUTSIndulge in some culinary experiences and surprises. It’samazing, thevarietyofflavors thatsurroundus.Wepromiseno fast foodorchainrestaurants,onlypopularand unique destinations in a casual atmosphere.

*Fees include transportation only.**Cash only at this site

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sEnIOR PROgRAMsTRIPS


323600-J5 W Jul 11 All ages

8:30am-6:30pm

$9/$18


IKEA – CHARLOTTE, NCBack by Popular Demand, we will travel to IKEA, aprivately-held international home products retailer that sells flat pack furniture, accessories, and bathroom andkitchen items in their retail stores around the world.


3 23600-J2 W Jun 13 All ages

9:15am-7pm

$35/$45


LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL – BARTER THEATRE, MAIN STAGE

The Hollywood blockbust-er turned award-winning Broadway musical sensation followsaBeverlyHillsblonde,ElleWoods,asshesetsoutona journey to prove to every-

one that fashion-savvy girls can be taken seriously.

* Fee includes transportation only.


323600-J7 Th Jun 26 All ages

10:30am-6pm

$41/$51


THE MOTOWN SOUND – WOHLFAHRT HAUS DINNERThis exceptional tributefeatures the music of The Temptations, GladysKnight,TinaTurner,DianaRoss and the Supremes,

theFourTopsandmore.TakeajourneythroughtimeandenjoyyourfavoritememoriesofMotown.

ANNUAL PICNIC ON THE NEW RIVERInmemoryofAnnieFredWright, let’svisitPatricia forour annualpicnicon theNewRiver.Enjoy the scenerywith a provided picnic meal. Rain or shine as tents will be available.Facilityisnowhandicappedaccessible!

* Fee includes transportation, performance and meal.

* Fee includes transportation and performance. Lunch extra at the Heartwood Center. No refunds after May 25 unless a substitute can be found.


323000-S1 W Sep 19 All ages

11am-2:30pm

$8/$16


HISTORIC TOUR OF LEWSIBURG, WVOur personal guide will provide interesting stories as we view farmlands cross the Greenbrier River. We will visit NorthHouseMuseum,CarnegieHall,andmore.WewilltourandtastethefineartisanspiritsofSmoothAmbler.


323600-J3 W Jun 20 All ages

8am-6:15pm

$33/$43


* Fee includes transportation, step on guide, all tours, lunch and tasting.

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*Fee includes transportation and lunch. Bring $1 in quarters if you’d like to play bingo.


323600-J1 W Jun 6 All ages

10:30am-6pm

$41/$51


OKLAHOMA – WOHLFAHRT HAUS DINNERARodgersandHammersteinclassic. Thehigh-spiritedrivalry between the local farmers and cowboys paints the backdropagainstwhichCurlyandLaureyplayouttheirlove story. * Fee includes transportation, meal and performance.

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323600-A4 W Aug 29 All ages

9:15am-7pm

$35/$45


THE NEW MUSICAL: DAVID – BARTER THEATRE, MAIN STAGEThisinspiringstoryofcourageandfaithtracesthelifeofIsrael’sgreatshepherd-turned-warrior-king.Thisstirringnew musical reminds us that wondrous things can happen when we have faith.

*Fee includes transportation and theater ticket. Lunch extra at the Heartwood Center. No refunds after Aug 14 unless a substitute can be found.


323600-A2 W Aug 15 All ages

8:30am-5:30pm

$9/$18


WILD WOLF BREWING COMPANY AND SHOPPING VILLAGE - NELLY’S FORD VAStepbackintime.EnjoyfreshhandcraftedbeerandlocalfoodinNelsonCounty’soriginalschoolhouse.Afterwardstake a stroll and enjoy theworkingwaterwheel, ponds,waterfalls,andshopinthevariousboutiques.

* Fee includes transportation only.

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*Activity # Date Age Time **Fee (R/NR)

323600-HD (dbl)

323600-HS (sgl)

Oct 8-12 All ages

Complete itinerary will be available

in Sep.

$899/$909

$1148/1158

Location Depart from Blacksburg Community Center. You are welcome to leave cars at the center.

VERMONT FALL FOLIAGEThis beautiful trip includes a scenic ride on theGreenMTrailroad,asceniccruiseonLakeChamplain,ascenicdrive through“littlegrandcanyon”QuecheeGorgeandmore. Tour is fully escorted.

* Triple and quad rates also available.** Trip includes motor coach transportation, Jump start breakfast, four nights lodging, four hot breakfasts, four regional dinners, all touring and admissions, local tour guide, and baggage handling. Full refund up till seven days prior to departure minus all non-refundable purchases associated with tour.

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FOR THOSE WITH SPECIAL NEEDSTheSeniorCenterhasawheelchairaccessiblebuswithroomtocarryassistivedevices. Staffisunabletopersonallyassistindividualsbeyondloadingandunloadingthevehicle;therefore,werequireacaretakeroraidetoaccompanythose with special needs.

IMPORTANT TRIP INFORMATIONVanswillbeavailabletoloadnoearlierthan30minutespriortodepartureunlessotherwisespecifiedinthetripdescription. Pleasearriveatleast15minutespriortodeparture.

Itisdifficulttofindtheperfecttemperatureforeveryparticipantonthebus. Wesuggestthosewhoarecold-naturedbringsweater/coatsandwarm-natureddressinlayers. Wearehappytomakeadjustmentstothetemperaturebutsafety isourprimaryconcern.Let thedriverknowata timewhenhe isnotdistractedaboutanytemperatureadjustments.





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Downtown and Municipal Park2-3 pm: Parade in Downtown Blacksburg (sponsored by Mt. Tabor Ruritan Club)

6 pm: The Blacksburg Community Band Blacksburg Community Strings and Celebration Chorus

8 pm: The Meter’s Running, featuring the Big Dog Brass

9:30 pm: FIREWORKS!

INDEPENDENCE DAY FESTIVITIES

4th of July


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