May / June 2016 Some Things End & Summer Begins Summer is one of my favorite times of the year. It s a great time for outdoor activities such as watching a good baseball game, walking at one of the nearby parks, or sitting outside in the shade enjoying a good book. Here at the Community Center it s also time for some fun outdoor activities. The pool opens at the end of May, swim lessons begin in June, and on Thursday nights the adults have the pool all to themselves. Then there s Paintball. We will be creating abstract artwork as we paintball using reds, greens, and yellows. It s also a time for members to check out those walking poles at the front desk. I hope everyone will join us for our annual Putt Putt Day and our Lunch and Lawn Games. All these activities will be held in the great outdoors. Look for more information on these and other activities in this issue of the Scoop. I want to say goodbye to a long time Springdale employee and my supervisor for the past 4 years, Sharon Casselman. She has retired as the Assistant Director after 28½ years with the City of Springdale Parks & Recreation Department. I have known Sharon for most of her time with the city and have enjoyed working with her and becoming her friend. Charlie Wilson will be the new Assistant Director, and I look forward to working with him to make all our future senior/adult programs successful. The next time you're in the Center, please congratulate Charlie on his promotion. Sentimental Journey Friday, May 27 12:30pm Doris Day and Rosemary Clooney began their spectacular big band singing careers in Cincinnati. With pictures, stories, and the vocal stylings of a local professional singer, we will take a sentimental journey through the lives of these two great ladies of American entertainment. Tea and cookies will be served. This free program is presented by the Cincinnati Museum Center. Register by May 24. Putt Putt Golf Outing Thursday, May 19 1:00 p.m. Rain Date: Thursday, June 9 1:00 p.m. The Golden Putter is up for grabs! Show off your putting skills and enjoy the great outdoors. We ll meet at Eagle Tee Golf on Cincinnati-Dayton Road for a round of putt putt. While playing, keep your eyes out for Freddy the Frog hiding somewhere on the course. If you spot him, keep it a secret until the end of the round where you will have a little surprise waiting. After the round, we ll gather under the shelter for light refreshments and the Golden Putter presentation. Register with payment of only $5.00 by May 16. Creating Community Through People, Parks and Programs Natures Myth or Fact Tuesday, June 28 7:00 p.m. Put your nature knowledge to the test as the naturalist from Great Parks of Hamilton County tries to stump you with a game of Natures Myth or Fact. Make it a family game night as you play along with the naturalist. Can you really get warts if you touch a toad or is it true bats are really blind? Springdale s Gone Wild is a free event for the whole family.
Words from a Fitness Guru It s free, it s simple, and it can improve your life significantly. What am I talking about? Walking. Here are some simple facts about simply walking. The University of Tennessee found that walkers had lower body fat and risk of blood clots than those who didn t walk. A 15-minute walk after dinner lowers blood sugar. The Fred Hutchinson Center says a 1-hour morning walk is more likely to relieve insomnia than in those who don t walk. Walking 20 minutes, 3 times a week will strengthen your abdominal and back muscles which may alleviate low back pain. A Brigham & Women s Hospital study found that walking 30-minutes a day reduced hip fractures by 40%. Those who exercise regularly in their 50 s and 60 s are 35% less likely to die over the next eight years than those who don t walk; 45% less likely for those with underlying health conditions. A University of Virginia study indicated that men between the ages of 71 and 93 who walked more than 1/4 mile a day had half the dementia and Alzheimer s disease than those who walked less. The more women walk the less stress, anxiety, and depression they experience during and after menopause. The University of California says age-related memory decline was lower in those who walked. Loss of strength and endurance that appears to be due to aging is really due to inactivity. Studies show that 1/3 of men and 1/2 of women are completely sedentary in their leisure by the age of 75. The secret to a successful walking program is choosing a sensible plan and sticking to it. The big benefits of walking come over time. It s recommended that older adults engage in moderate (3 mph) aerobic exercise for at least 2.5 hours per week. Spread out over seven days and it s about 20-minutes per day. And two 10-minute walks have the same benefit of a 20-minute walk. The Fitness Team would be glad to assist you in starting a walking program. We also have walking poles available to borrow at the front desk. Join us on May 18 for our annual walking day. We ll have snacks and drinks for everyone who participates in a 1-mile walk anytime from 11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Jay Health & Wellness Barre Fit W 7:05-8:05pm Badminton FREE! T 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Blood Pressure Checks FREE! 3 rd Tuesday 10:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Boot Camp FREE! M 5:30-6:15 p.m. Butts 'N Guts FREE! W 5:30-6:15 p.m. Cardio Kickboxing T, TH 5:55-6:55 p.m. SA 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Chair Volleyball FREE! M 10:00-11:30 a.m. W 12:00-1:30 p.m. Hip Hop Fitness M 7:05-8:05 p.m. SA 1:15-2:15 p.m. Jazzercise M, W, F 5:55-6:55 p.m. T, TH, SA 9:30-10:30 a.m. L.I.F.E. FREE! T, TH 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Line Dancing M 1:00-2:00 p.m. Pickleball FREE! M 1:00-3:00 p.m. Slimnastics FREE! M,W, F 9:15-10:15 a.m. Zumba T, TH 7:05-8:05 p.m. Check the calendar for regularly scheduled activities. Paintball Art Thursday, May 12 12:00 p.m. Rain Date: Thursday, May 26 12:00 p.m. Join us as we gather at the outdoor multipurpose court to create a Springdale first! We will be paintballing, yes paintballing, and everyone will get a chance to add some color to our abstract artwork. Join the fun and become one of Springdale s first paintball artists. May 9. Ohio's One-Mile Fitness Walk Wednesday, May 18 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. We Challenge YOU to "Walk the Talk!" We would like to encourage you to get active. For the ninth year in a row, help us reach our goal of over one hundred Springdale residents walking one mile by participating Wednesday, May 18, any time from 11 a.m. 1 p.m. Let s do our part as a community and participate in a 20-minute, one-mile walk, to help reach this goal! Each participant will receive light refreshments. Creating Community Through People, Parks & Programs 2
Story Hour: Queen Elizabeth a.k.a. Queen Mum Thursday, May 5 2:00 p.m. What a great story to hear just days before celebrating Mother s Day, Rita Witterstroem will tell all about Queen Elizabeth known to many as Queen Mum most beloved royal figure in British history. Queen Elizabeth never expected to be queen, but once it happened, she dedicated her life and that of her family to serving the nation and supporting her husband in his arduous duties as sovereign. May 4. Once Upon a Town Thursday, June 2 12:00 p.m. Free Program! The small town of North Platte, Nebraska was famous during WWII for it s North Platte Canteen. Volunteers welcomed and fed the troops as they passed through the Union Pacific Depot. Join us as we explore how this little town became famous for The Miracle of North Platte Canteen This free presentation includes a light lunch provided by Hillandale Family of Communities. Space is limited to the first 30 people to register. Reserve your spot today! This event is for Springdale Community Center members only, sorry no guests. Sea Shell Craft Day Monday, June 13 2:00 p.m. There are seashells of many colors, shapes, and sizes and we are bringing in an expert to assist in making a unique art piece using shells, sand, and a little glue. Test your artistic skills at creating your sea shell masterpiece. June 7 for this free activitiy. Aqua Arthritis June 6, 8, 13, 15 12:30-1:15pm This class is designed for adults 18 and over who are living with arthritis, impaired joint motion, decreased strength, or those just wanting to effectively manage joint pain and stiffness. Our Arthritis Foundation certified instructor, Pat Cox, will gently guide you through a series of stretches, Pilates, yoga, and other various fitness moves in the water. Participants will focus on improving posture, balance, and coordination, while restoring range of motion. Bring a towel, noodle, and water bottle. The cost is $20 (4 classes) residents of Springdale (walk-ins $7.00 per class) and $24 (4 classes) non-residents of Springdale (walk-ins $8.00 per class). For more information call Pat at 385-6111 It's a Bunco Party! Wednesday, June 22 1:00 p.m. Don't know how to play Bunco? No problem - it's a simple, no-pressure game that's easy to learn! It's just a matter of throwing 3 dice and adding to 21. You also get a partner to help you count. Join us for a fun afternoon with lots of laughs and a chance to go home the winner of a great Bunco prize! Snacks and drinks will be provided. June 17. Lunch & Lawn Games Thursday, June 30 12:00 p.m. It s time for fun, food, and friends as we head outdoors to the picnic grove behind the Community Center. The food will be chicken salad croissants, fruit salad, antipasto salad, and a summer dessert. The fun will be games of corn hole, bocce ball, and ladder toss. Come with a friend, meet new friends, and together we ll have a fun friendly afternoon! If the weather does not cooperate with us, we will have just as much fun indoors. Register with payment of $7.50 for members and $10 for guests by June 27. 3 346-3910 GoPlay@springdale.org
Refrigerator Reminder May 5 2:00 p.m. Thursday s This & That RD 5/4 Story Hour: Queen Elizabeth 12 12:00 p.m. Paintball Art RD 5/9 18 11:00 a.m. Ohio One-Mile Fitness Walk 18 6:00 p.m. Prime Time Diners RD 5/16 19 1:00 p.m. Putt Putt Golf Outing RD 5/16 27 12:30 p.m. Sentimental Journey RD 5/24 30 CLOSED Memorial Day June 2 12:00 p.m. Thursday s This & That RD 5/27 Once Upon a Town 13 2:00 p.m. Sea Shell Craft Day RD 5/4 22 6:00 p.m. Prime Time Diners RD 6/20 22 1:00 p.m. Bunco Party RD 6/17 28 7:00 p.m. Springdale s Gone Wild 30 12:00 p.m. Lunch & Lawn Games RD 6/27 RD = Registration Deadline Springdale Parks & Recreation would like to extend their deepest sympathy to the families and friends of Community Center members Harold Walters & Jeanne Webster who recently passed away. Community Center Hours Fitness Center & Indoor Track open at 6:00 a.m. Monday - Friday Monday-Friday... 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday...9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday...1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Holiday Hours Monday, May 30 (Memorial Day) - Community Center Closed Pool Hours 1-6 p.m. Who are the Prime Time Diners? We are a group of Springdale Community Center members who get together once a month and visit a restaurant in the area. Why do we do this? Just for the fun of it, to get to know other members who enjoy a nice meal with friends. Members suggest restaurants they enjoy for the upcoming months. We try to stay within 10 to 15 minutes of the Community Center. We meet at the restaurant at 6:00 p.m. Please register by the Monday prior to the date. So come and join us, it s a great time for everyone. Wednesday, May 18 - Rib City 12183 Springfield Pike Wednesday, June 22 Blue Goose Sports Café 11060 Reading Rd. Mark Your Calendar! Paintball Art May 12 12:00 p.m. Springdale Parks & Recreation 11999 Lawnview Ave Springdale OH 45246 PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Cincinnati OH Permit No. 1448
Springdale Parks & Recreation Department Adult and Senior Calendar MAY 2016 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday / Sunday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10:00 Chair Volleyball 11:00 L.I.F.E. 10:30 Balance For Life 2:00 Thursday's This & That 1:00 Euchre Story Hour 1:00 Line Dancing Queen Elizabeth 1:00 Pickleball 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 10:00 Chair Volleyball 11:00 L.I.F.E. 10:30 Balance For Life 12:00 Paintball Art 1:00 Euchre 1:00 Line Dancing 1:00 Pickleball 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 9:15 Slimnastics 10:15 Blood Pressure Checks 9:15 Slimnastics 11:00 L.I.F.E. 9:15 Slimnastics 10:00 Chair Volleyball 10:30 Badminton 10:30 Balance For Life 1:00 Putt Putt Golf 1:00 Euchre 12:15 Duplicate Bridge 11:00 L.I.F.E. 11:00 Ohio One-Mile Walk 1:00 Line Dancing 12:00 Party Bridge 12:00 Chair Volleyball 1:00 Pickleball 6:00 Prime Time 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 10:00 Chair Volleyball 11:00 L.I.F.E. 10:30 Balance For Life 1:00 Euchre 12:30 Sentimental Journey 1:00 Line Dancing 7:00 1:00 Pickleball 29 30 31 Memorial Day Community Center CLOSED Pool Open 1-6 p.m. April 2016 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 June 2016 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
Springdale Parks & Recreation Department Adult and Senior Calendar JUNE 2016 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday / Sunday 1 2 3 4 11:00 L.I.F.E. 9:15 Slimnastics 12:00 Thursday's This & That 1:00 Euchre Once Upon a Town 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 10:00 Chair Volleyball 11:00 L.I.F.E. 10:30 Balance For Life 1:00 Euchre 12:30 Aqua Arthritis 12:30 Aqua Arthritis 1:00 Line Dancing 12 1:00 Pickleball 13 14 15 16 17 18 10:00 Chair Volleyball 11:00 L.I.F.E. 10:30 Balance For Life 1:00 Euchre 12:30 Aqua Arthritis 12:30 Aqua Arthritis 1:00 Line Dancing 19 1:00 Pickleball 2:00 Sea Shell Craft Day 20 21 22 23 24 25 9:15 Slimnastics 10:15 Blood Pressure Checks 9:15 Slimnastics 11:00 L.I.F.E. 9:15 Slimnastics 10:00 Chair Volleyball 10:30 Badminton 10:30 Balance For Life 1:00 Euchre 12:15 Duplicate Bridge 11:00 L.I.F.E. 12:00 Chair Volleyball 1:00 Line Dancing 12:00 Party Bridge 1:00 Bunco Party 1:00 Pickleball 6:00 Prime Time 26 27 28 29 30 9:15 Slimnastics 10:30 Badminton 9:15 Slimnastics 11:00 L.I.F.E. 10:00 Chair Volleyball 11:00 L.I.F.E. 10:30 Balance For Life 12:00 Lunch & Lawn Games 1:00 Line Dancing 7:00 Springdale's Gone Wild 1:00 Pickleball May 2016 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 July 2016 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31