Summer Recreation Programs

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1 Summer Recreation Programs Sponsored by City of Sidney Parks & Recreation Department Office Hours: M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

2 Introduction The City of Sidney and the Parks and Recreation Department would like to welcome you to our 2018 summer programs. We hope you enjoy all of our clinics. Have a great summer! Table of Contents Participation Form Clinic Schedule... 3 Stories in the Park... 4 Arts & Crafts... 5 New Clinics Lunch Program Summer Backpack Program Sidney Water Park Summer Swimming Lessons Downtown Sidney Events Tawawa Park... 18

3 All clinics are free & offer an opportunity for all participants to improve their skills and techniques. *Please fill out the following and mail back this portion to the Parks and Recreation Dept. at 201 W. Poplar Street, Sidney, Ohio or drop off in person to Parks & Recreation Dept., 415 S. Vandemark Road, Sidney, Ohio. Participants name: Home/Cell Ph.: Current Age: Entering Grade: Emergency Contact: Ph. (Home/Cell:) Address: Parents (legal guardian s name): Any allergies: Doctor s Name: IMPORTANT: The following MUST be signed in order for your child to participate in activities for which you are not present: We, the undersigned, do give permission for our son/ daughter to participate in the below summer program(s). We do hereby expressly waive any and all claims and rights of whatever nature, which may arise against the city of Sidney, Sidney Parks and Recreation Dept., Sidney Recreation Director, the supervisory staff, or their agents or servants, as a result of injuries incurred by our son/daughter while participating in this program. Date: Signature of Parent/Guardian: *All participants must be signed up before participating in any and all activities. **Please list events and sessions your child will be participating in: IMPORTANT: I give permission for our son/daughter s picture to be taken by the City of Sidney Parks staff and/or Sidney Daily News: Signature of Parent/Guardian: Date: Summer Programs June 4th - August 10th, 2018 Swim Lessons Only: Does your child have ear tubes? Has your child had lessons before? 2

4 2018 Clinic Schedule Pre-Fishing Derby: Instructor: Gary Ginter - Semi-Pro Fisherman June 20th & 21st, 2018 at Tawawa Lake at Tawawa Park 9:30-10:30 a.m. - Grades K-8 Participants need to bring fishing poles. Participants will learn basic ways to cast, pitch and flip fishing poles; use of basic types of lures versus live bait; basic ways to increase their fish catching ability and to tie a good knot. Also, Gary will be displaying his fishing boat that he uses during his fishing competition. Come and learn how to properly fish. Gary s sponsors are Freedom Outdoors, Triton Boats, Mercury Outboards, Powerpole and Denali Rods. Must pre-register by June 15th, Fishing Derby: Sponsored by: Sidney Body Carstar Instructor: Parks & Recreation Dept. June 22nd at Tawawa Lake in Tawawa Park 9:00 am Check-in 9:15 am Derby Begins 10:15 am Derby Ends K-8 Participants should bring their own fishing tackle, pole, bait and bucket. Prizes will be awarded as follows: 1. Most Fish; 2. Biggest Fish; 3. Smallest Fish; Must Pre-register by June 15th,

5 2018 Stories In The Parks Hosted by: Sidney Parks and Recreation in conjunction with Amos Memorial Library. Offered each Wednesday from June 14th - July 26th at 11:00 a.m. Included in the minute session will be stories and some group activities. No registration is necessary. The program schedule is as follows: June 6th Green Tree Park June 13th Riverbend Park June 20th Orbison Park June 27th Harmon Park July 11th Sherman Park July 18th Deam Park July 25th Chief O Leary Park If inclement weather occurs Stories in the Park will take place at Amos Memorial Library in the Art Gallery. Pool Games, Events & Fun: Sponsored by: Sidney Body CarStar Instructors: Parks & Recreation Dept. August 3rd at Sidney Water Park 9:30-10:15 am K-6 We will offer relay races, balloon toss and biggest splash contest. Come and have a great morning at the water park. Must pre-register by August 1st, Movie Day Sponsored by: Dr. Alvetro s Office Movie Day at the Senior Center at 304 S. West Avenue June 8th, 2018 K-8 9:00-10:30 a.m. Popcorn will be served, & water. A rated G to PG movie will be shown those days. Parents are welcome to stay and watch the moving with their children. Must pre-register by June 6th,

6 Arts & Crafts Sponsored by: Sidney Body CarStar Instructors: Parks & Recreation Dept. New Craft Each Week 9:30-10:15 a.m. June 15th Humphrey Park August 10th Deam Park 2:30-3:15 p.m. June 29th Greentree Park July 6th Sherman Park July 13th Orbison Park July 27th Brown Park Aug 3rd Harmon Park Please pre-register for each date. Art In The Park Clinic Instructor: Gateway Arts Council June 19th, 20th & 21st at Custenborder Field Shelter Area K-8 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Participants will make a new art project each day with the leaders from Gateway Arts Council. Must pre-register by June 15, Limited to 40 participants. Explore Nature at Tawawa Park Instructors: Ranger Justin Aselage July 11th at Geib Pavilion K-6 Grade 12:00-1:00 p.m. Learn about different types of animals, plants, trees, etc., that live and grow in Tawawa Park. Ranger Aselage will have pictures of the different types of animals, plants, and trees. The Ranger will be happy to answer any questions about the park as well. Need to pre-register by July 9th,

7 Walk in the Park Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept. Take steps to get fit while exploring nature in our beautiful Tawawa Park. Kids will explore different trails. Meet at Geib Pavilion in Tawawa Park. Please be sure that kids wear comfortable walking shoes that you don t mind getting dirty. Kids will walk between 1-2 miles per session. Every Monday and Wednesday from July 9th through July 25th Grades: K-8 9:30-10:15 a.m. Geib Pavilion at Tawawa Park Must pre-register by June 29th, Kids in Motion Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept. Get children moving by introducing them to physical activity in a fun, non-competitive environment. This clinic will include organized sports, games, fitness demos, and guided walks. Every Tuesday & Thursday from July 10th through July 26th. Grades: K-8 9:30-10:15 a.m. Geib Pavilion at Tawawa Park Must pre-register by July 6th, Dance Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept. Boogie down Children will learn different dance moves and line dancing. July 19th & 20th, 2018 Grades 3-8 2:30-3:30 Deam Park Must pre-register by June 15th, Kids Water Aerobics Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept. Children will learn how to exercise in the water. Children must know how to swim. Swimsuits and towels are required. Limited space is available, sign up early. August 1st & 2nd, 2018 Grades 3-8 9:30-10:00 Sidney Water Park Must pre-register by July 30th,

8 Everything that Flies Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept. Each session, we will explore something that flies from birds, planes and kites, etc. Each session will be held at the shelter house at Custenborder Field. Grades K-3 June 11th 9:30-10:30 explore about birds June 18th 2:30-3:30 explore about planes July 16th 2:30-3:30 explore about balloons July 30th 9:30-10:30 explore about kites Aug 6th 9:30-10:30 explore about butterflies Must pre-register by June 1st, Touch a Truck Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept. There will be many different types of vehicles and equipment that children will be able to explore a firetruck, street sweeper and big vac truck. Grades K-5 June 27th, :30-10:30 Must pre-register by June 25th, Make a lawn using old sheets Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept. Make your own art canvas using an old sheet. You provide the old sheet and we will provide the arts and craft supplies and let your imagination do the rest. Be sure to wear old clothes and shoes that you don t mind getting paint on. Grades 3-8 June 5th 9:30-10:30 Geib Pavilion at Tawawa Park June 12th 2:30-3:15 Geib Pavilion at Tawawa Park Aug 7th 2:30-3:15 Geib Pavilion at Tawawa Park Must pre-register by June 1st,

9 Books and Game Swap Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept. Do you have video games, books, or CD s that are in good condition but you don t use them anymore? This clinic will give you an opportunity to exchange those used items for different ones at no charge. For each item you drop off, you will be given one ticket that can be used to exchange for a different game, book or CD. Grades K-8 June 7th 2:30-3:30 Geib at Tawawa Park June 14th 9:30-10:30 Geib at Tawawa Park Aug 9th 9:30-10:30 Geib at Tawawa Park Must pre-register by June 1st, Egg Carton Planter Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept. Children will be given the opportunity to plant flower and vegetable seeds and watch them grow. Grades K-5 June 6th 9:30-10:30 Green Tree Park June 13th 9:30-10:30 Humphrey Park July 3rd 9:30-10:30 Humphrey Park Must pre-register by June 1st, Learn to play a new board game Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept. Children will get the opportunity to learn and play a board game. Grades K-8 July 2nd 9:30-10:15 Humphrey Park July 13th 9:30-10:15 Sherman Park July 24th 2:30-3:30 McMillen Park Aug 8th 9:30-10:30 Dream Park Must pre-register by July 11th, Nature Scavenger Hunt Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department June 12th 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Geib Pavilion at Tawawa Park July 3rd 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Geib Pavilion at Tawawa Park Come and enjoy a morning scavenger hunt. Must pre-register by June 8th. 8

10 Jumbo Jenga Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department at Sherman Park June 7th 9:30-10:30 a.m. June 28th 2:30-3:30 p.m. July 6th 9:30-10:30 a.m. July 20th 9:30-10:30 a.m. Come out and enjoy a game or two of Jenga. Must pre-register by June 1st. Jumbo Yahtzee Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department at Sherman Park June 8th 2:30-3:30 p.m. June 22nd 2:30-3:30 p.m. July 5th 9:30-10:30 a.m. July 12th 2:30-3:30 p.m. Come out and enjoy a few games of Yahtzee. Must pre-register by June 4th. Cheerleading Clinic Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department June 28th-29th from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Deam Park Learn the basic moves of cheerleading. Must pre-register by June 25th. Sand Volleyball Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department June 25th-26th from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Custenborder Courts Learn the basics game of bump, set and spike. Must pre-register by June 21st. Yoga for Kids Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department June 14th & 15th from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Julia Lamb July 17th & 18th from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Julia Lamb Learn the basic moves of yoga & relaxation. Must pre-register by June 11th. Make Homemade Bird Feeders Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department June 18th & July 27th from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Green Tree Park Kids will build a home-made bird feeder. Must pre-register by June 14th. 9

11 2018 NEW CLINICS Obstacle Course Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department June 6th & 13th 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Sherman Park July 23rd & 30th 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Sherman Park Come and enjoy our obstacle course and challenge yourself. Must pre-register by June 4th. Minute to Win it Games Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department June 5th, 19th & 26th 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Harmon Park July 11th, 25th & 31st 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Harmon Park Come and try our fun and exciting game Must pre-register by June 4th. Activities for Little Engineers Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department June 11th Build a Small Catapult at Orbison Park 2:30-3:30 p.m. June 20th Marshmallow & Toothpick Buildings at Sherman Park 2:30-3:30 p.m. June 25th Make Your Own Tinker Toys at Deam Park 2:30-3:30 p.m. Must pre-register by June 4th. How to Make Slime Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department June 27th 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Harmon Park July 31st 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Harmon Park Aug 2nd 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Harmon Park Must pre-register by June 22nd. 10

12 Learn How to Make A Solar Oven Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department July 10th & 26th 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Geib Pavilion at Tawawa Park Must pre-register by July 6th. Fast - Pitch Softball Clinic Instructors: Dave DeVelvis Mondays, June 11th - July 16th 10:30-1:00 p.m. at Flanagan Sports Complex Covers pitching, catching, hitting, fielding, base running and rules. Must pre-register by June 8th. KIDS RUN FOR FUN Instructors: Can t Stop Running Co Staff This clinic is sponsored by: Dr. Alvetro and Can t Stop Running Grades K-6th July 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st 6:30pm-7:30pm at Tawawa Park Introducing kids to running, fitness, and wellness in a fun atmosphere. Games, races, learning stations, and guest speakers to encourage your child s health and wellness through running. Free program, come to any or all of the Tuesday evening sessions. Finish up with a kid s run at the CSRC Scholarship Run on August 4th. Must pre-register by July 6th.

13 2018 Summer Lunch Program The City of Sidney Parks and Recreation Department will sponsor a food service program this summer under the Ohio Department of Education, Summer Food Service Program for Children. We will operate this food service program at the following sites: *To register for this program, fill out the form in front of booklet. Brown Park 100 W. Clay St. Sidney, OH :00-11:30 a.m. Alpha Community Center 330 E. Court St. Sidney, OH :45 am-12:15 p.m. Green Tree Park 800 6th Avenue Sidney, OH :45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Berger Park 800 S. Miami Ave. Sidney, OH :45 am-12:15 p.m. Humphrey Park 600 Buckeye Ave. Sidney, OH :00-11:30 a.m. Sherman Park 1000 Colonial Dr. Sidney, OH :00-11:30 a.m. Riverbend 1400 Constitution Drive Sidney, OH :45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Salvation Army 419 Buckeye Avenue Sidney, OH :30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Harmon 925 Wapakoneta Ave. Sidney, OH :00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. At each site we will serve lunch Monday through Friday. All programs will operate from June 4th, 2018 through August 10th,

14 Summer Backpack Program Sponsored By: Sidney Body Carstar, Buckeye Lincoln Ford, Emerson Climate, Lockington United Methodist Church, Cargill, Fish Community Thrift and Blanche Wilhide Circle Who is eligible: Every child attending the summer food program. Friday, June 8th thru Friday, August 10th, 2018 Ages: 1-18 Every Friday children will be provided with weekend meals. The packs come filled with nutritious, easy-to-open food that does not require stove-top cooking or refrigeration. The typical pack contains a variety of food usually including protein, fruit juices, cereal, granola bars and pudding cups. *Must be pre-registered with the Summer Food Program 13

15 Sidney Water Park Pool opens June 2nd, 2018 and closes August 12th, June 2nd August 12th Mon. Thurs....1:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Fri. Sat.... 1:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Sunday...1:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. The water park is available for private rental. Please call to schedule. Water Park Manager: Nate Bulle Assistant Water Park Manager: Adrianne Miller All season tickets are $ Daily Admissions: Pre-School (Ages 1-5)...$3.50 Minor - Grade/High School (Ages 6-18)...$4.50 Adults - Out of High School (Ages 19-62)...$4.50 Senior Adult (Age 63 and Older)...$4.50 Children under 1 are FREE Call to reserve a private water park party for $300.00! *Formerly known as The Sidney Municipal Pool 14

16 Summer Swimming Lessons Sponsored by: City of Sidney, Dr. Alvetro s Office, Area Energy & Electric, and Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Amick 15 There will be four weeks of summer swimming lessons. Please call our office at (937) with any questions. Must be pre-registered. Session 1: - Sponsored by: City of Sidney June 25th-29th 9:00-9:30 a.m. Pre-School (Ages 3 & 4) 9:30-10:00 a.m. Beginners (Ages 5 & Up) 10:00-10:30 a.m. Advanced (Ages 5 & Up) 10:30-11:00 a.m. Mom, Dad and Tots (Ages 2-4) & Pre-School (Ages 3 & 4) Session 2: - Sponsored by: Area Energy & Electric July 9th-13th 9:00-9:30 a.m. Beginners (Ages 5 & Up) 9:30-10:00 a.m. Advanced (Ages 5 & Up) 10:00-10:30 a.m. Beginners (Ages 5 & Up) 10:30-11:00 a.m. Adults & Pre-School (Ages 3 & 4) Session 3: - Sponsored by: Dr. Alvetro s Office July 16th-20th 9:00-9:30 a.m. Pre-School (Ages 3-4) 9:30-10:00 a.m. Beginners (Ages 5 & Up) 10:00-10:30 a.m. Advanced (Ages 5 & Up) 10:30-11:00 a.m. Adults, Mom, Dad & Tots (Ages 2-4) Session 4: - Sponsored by: City of Sidney and Mr. & Mrs Jeff Amick August 6th-10th 9:00-9:30 a.m. Advanced (Ages 5 & Up) 9:30-10:00 a.m. Beginners (Ages 5 & Up) 10:00-10:30 a.m. Mom, Dad & Tots (Ages 2-4) & Beginners (Ages 5 & Up) 10:30-11:00 a.m. Adults, Pre-school (Ages 3 & 4) *Sessions are limited; We reserve the right to say class/sessions are full and to change your time or session.

17 2018 Downtown Sidney Events Host: Sidney Alive * Sidney Alive events, Please call their office at * Do NOT Pre-Register on our form. June 9th: Chalk the Walk, 9:00 a.m. to Noon Rent a sidewalk square for a donation and create your masterpiece! Chalk will be provided. A panel of judges will choose a winner and that person will receive a prize! June 23rd: Kids Around the Square, 9:00 a.m. to Noon. Sidney Alive partners with United Way agencies, non-profit organizations, businesses & churches to provide a free morning of FUN for children ages 12 & under. August 1st: National Night Out, 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Over 37.8 million people in more than 16,000 communities will join forces to promote police-community partnerships; crime, drug & violence prevention; safety; and neighborhood unity. Find us on the square for activities, food and a movie at dusk. 16

18 Cont Downtown Sidney Events Host: Sidney Alive * Sidney Alive events, Please call their office at * Do NOT Pre-Register on our form. October 13th: Fall Festival, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Ghosts, goblins, superheroes and princesses will gather downtown for a costume contest and activities! A costume contest for ages 0-12 years will be held with registration from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. with the contest beginning at 11:00 a.m. Visit Amos Memorial Public Library, Ron & Nita s & for more fun! Some participating downtown businesses will also pass out candy. November 16th: Winter Wonderland Parade, 6:30 p.m. See our downtown all dressed up for the holidays and enjoy a wonderful evening parade, complete with Santa & Mrs. Claus! The Reason for the Season Lighting Ceremony begins at 6:30 p.m. with the parade stepping off at 7:30 p.m. We ask that all spectators remain on the sidewalk during the parade for everyone s safety. December 1st: Christmas of Yesteryear, Times Vary Enjoy the sights, tastes & sounds of a Historic Downtown Sidney Christmas, complete with horse & carriage rides. It s a great time to shop local and finish up those Christmas lists too! Check out our flyer, closer to the event! 17

19 Tawawa Park Motor Vehicle Traffic 3rd Saturday of April - 1st Friday in June...10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 1st Saturday in June - Labor Day...10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Day after Labor Day - September :00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. October 1st - October 31st...10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. November 1st - 3rd Friday of April...Not open to motor vehicles Pedestrian Traffic 3rd Saturday of April - 1st Friday in June...7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 1st Saturday in June - Labor Day...7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Day after Labor Day - September :00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. October 1st - October 31st...7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. To make a shelter reservation please call the Sidney Parks & Recreation Department at For parks map go to: Tawawa Civic Park s 70th Anniversary, June 30th Join the Shelby County Historical Society and the City of Sidney s Parks Department in a day of celebration of our biggest city park. These events are free and open to the public. 8 a.m. Fun Run/Walk, 2 mile Walk the Railroad track Registration fee: Canned good to be donated to local food pantries 10-5 p.m. Craft and Food Vendors 10-4 p.m. Free Children s Crafts, Free crafts for children 9 - Noon Fishing Derby, Brought to you by the Bent Finger Foundation. Open to children ages a.m. Nature Walk 9 a.m. Bird Study, Adult oriented bird study 12:30 p.m. Living History of Tawawa Park 1-3 p.m. Bike Rodeo 1-5 p.m. Cruise-In (Registration 10 a.m.) No Registration Fee. All years of cars invited to show off 1-3 p.m. Vintage Car Rides 2-3 p.m. GEO Cache class with Neil Allen 2-3 p.m. Stream Study * Times subject to change 18

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