BRYAN PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT - SPRING/SUMMER 2018 PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
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BRYAN PARKS & RECREATION
DEPARTMENT
SPRING/SUMMER 2018
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
MISSION STATEMENT
To create strong ties within the Bryan community in
order to achieve diverse leisure experiences, to preserve and utilize the natural
beauty of our environment, and to enhance the quality of life for all.
MAYOR
Carrie M. Schlade
BRYAN CITY COUNCIL PARKS & RECREATION BOARD
Richard Hupe Judy Yahraus Emily Ebaugh(Chair) Renee Isaac
John Betts Mary Leatherman Paula Kline (Co-Chair) Dave Batt
Lynn Wieland Kelly Voigt
Kevin Rau & Tami Bergman, Ad Hoc
PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Benjamin Dominique Bruce Wheeler
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT PARK MAINTENANCE
Cindy Rau Tony Scantlen Cort Goshia
Brandon Sullivan Greg Hartman
PRE SCHOOL TEACHERS TREE COMMISSION
Holly Sprow Courtney Powell Helene Moog Paula Kline
Angi Davis Phil Fix Cort Goshia
Mic Mckarns Vilinda Lemons
Charlie Wolfe - Ad Hoc
Addresses and Phone Numbers
Parks & Recreation Department Office
1399 E. High Street
P.O. Box 190
Bryan, Ohio 43506
Phone: 419-633-6030 Fax: 419-633-6035
E-Mail: parks-rec@cityofbryan.com
Website: bryanparksandrec.com
Office Hours: Monday thru Friday 8:00AM
8:00AM--11:30AM, 12:30PM
12:30PM--4:30PM
(Second floor of the Don North Building)
We may be reached by phone from 7:30AM - 4:30PM
Community Center - 1130 Buffalo Road Moore Pool - 1017 Oakwood Avenue
419-636-2415
MacDonald-Ruff Ice Arena - 601 Townline Road East End Pool - 1400 E. High Street
419-636-9152
Maintenance Barn - 1313 Horton Trail East End Community Room - 1400 E. High Street
419-636-7924 419-636-3272
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THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND
FACILITIES RENTALS - Looking for a place to pic- BUY A BRICK - BUILD A PARK - Central Park
nic or meet in 2018? Now is the time to make your reser- (corner of Center and Portland Streets) is finished. How-
vations. The Parks Department has a community center, a ever, there are still plenty of bricks available for engrav-
shelter house with electricity and restrooms, an ice rink, ing. A $40.00 donation will purchase a beautiful engraved
and nine open-air pavilions available for brick with your name, your family’s name, or a loved
rental at reasonable prices. Moore pool can one’s name will become a permanent part of the landscape
also be rented on Saturday & Sunday eve- in this beautiful Victorian Park. These
nings during the summer. Call 419-633- brick make great gifts. If you are inter-
6030 today to make your 2018 reservations. ested, call the Parks Department at 419-
633-6030 to inquire about application
forms.
MEMORIAL AND GIFT OPPORTUNITIES
Remember a loved one or bring honor to that special indi- DOG LOVER - Would you like it if your neighbor’s
vidual you wish to recognize. The Parks and Recreation dog ran loose in YOUR yard? We have noticed that dogs
Department offers several ways you can fulfill your wishes running loose in the parks have become a growing prob-
and at the same time benefit the Bryan park system. lem in the past several years. Did you know that a City
Ordinance says that ALL DOGS IN THE PARKS MUST
Victorian Style Benches - These durable benches are clas- BE ON A LEASH? Please respect other people's rights by
sic style and will be placed in areas of the parks that are keeping your dog on a leash. Prevent the possibility of
most suitable. The Rosa Isaac Memorial Trust Fund subsi- your dog biting someone or making an UN-
dizes a part of each bench. $445.00 (plus $5.00 for a lami- WANTED MESS that others (especially
nated name plate). children) might step in. Remember, the
city’s parks are everyone’s yards, and every-
Memorial Trees - The Memorial Tree Program was devel- one (including park employees) have a right
oped by the Parks & Recreation Department many years to tell persons to keep their dogs on leashes
ago. Most trees are planted in late Fall. The family of the and clean up their dog’s messes.
loved one is notified by the Parks & Recreation Department
as to what kind of tree was planted, where the tree was
planted and who donated it. A memorial tree cost a mini-
mum of $100.00. A larger caliper tree may be purchased
with more money. A metal stake for the tree LEISURE WALKING PATHS - There has been a
cost $20.00, and a name plate for the stake slow but steady growth in the number of Walk-Bike Paths
cost $5.00. Applications may be picked up in and around the City of Bryan the past several years. If
at the office or call 419-633-6030 for more you haven’t already tried some of these, please take note:
information. Recreation Park (half-mile) Trail– begins at Center
Street or Moore Park parking lot.
Mattie Marsh Park (one mile & 1/2 mile) Trail - begins &
ends at Mattie Marsh shelter house on Trevitt St.
Williams & Defiance County Joint Watershed (1.3 mile)
Trail – begins in parking lot off County Road C.
Lick Creek (.25 mile) Nature Trail– begins in tree farm
PARK GARDENING VOLUNTEER - If you are in- off of County Road D.
terested in becoming a Park Gardening Volunteer or Adopt- Memorial Trail (.9 mile) - accessible from
ing a Garden in any of the Bryan Parks contact city horti- Newdale Drive or Townline Road. You may
culturist, Cort Goshia, by calling 419-633-6030 or e-mail pick up a map of the trees for this walk at the
him at cgoshia@cityofbryan.com. Parks and Recreation office, so you may learn
to identify the different types of trees as you
walk.
PARK RULES: No Alcohol in any of the Parks …… No Littering….
Obey All Speed Limits….. All City Parks Close At 11:00PM
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SPECIAL EVENTS
ARBOR DAY “WALK THROUGH THE PARK” BRYAN CITY BAND
Celebrate trees with the Bryan Tree Commission on Join a Bryan tradition! The City Band, for over 150
April 27th, from 1:00-2:00 PM near the High School years, invites adults, high schoolers & alumni to
football concession stand . The public, along with participate in this summer’s program of concerts on
kindergarteners through third graders, the Courthouse Square. A schedule will be published
are invited to an entertaining Arbor Day in the Bryan Times during the 1st week of June.
Program. Bryan NHS Students will be
June & July
assisting with this event. This year will
Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 PM
be the 18th annual “Walk Through the
Courthouse Bandstand
Park.” (if rain, held at MacDonald-Ruff Ice Arena)
DAY IN THE PARK “2018”
Mark your calendars now and bring the
FAMILY BASEBALL TRIP TO A FORT whole family out to the Recreation Park
WAYNE TINCAPS BASEBALL GAME for this event on June 23rd. Activities
Would you like to take your family to include a giant car show, softball, baseball & dodge
see a professional baseball game? ball tournaments, rides & games, food, music &
Parkview Field is home to the Tin- entertainment, and a chicken BBQ. The midway is
caps, an affiliate team of the San open from 11:00 A.M to 11:00 P.M. on Saturday,
Diego Padres. Who knows you may June 23rd. The fantastic Fireworks display will be
be watching one or more future ma- held at dusk on Saturday Night.
jor league stars. Come watch the Tincaps take on This year Jubilee Week in downtown Bryan is June 12th-
the Clinton Lumberkings (7-21) or the West Michigan 16th and the Parade is on Saturday, June 16th.
Whitecaps(8-11) and enjoy entertainment by Jake
the Diamond Dog or Quickchange. Jake the Diamond
Dog is an adorable canine that will melt your heart. BARNFEST - Newlyn Quest Club’s annu-
He will be on the main concourse greeting fans as al Barnfest is a fall tradition. Picture a
they enter the game and during the game , watch in clear blue sky, changing leaves, and pots
amazement as he takes water ot the umpires, acts of soup cooking on open fires - - that’s
as the bat dog and even catches Frisbees in the out- Barnfest! Over fifty area craftsmen will
field. Quickchange; a dynamic couple, will captivate feature colonial and traditional crafts, pumpkins,
you with a routine that combines magic and slight-of- mums, demonstrations, and musical entertainment.
hand with ballroom dancing and tremendous ward- Club members dressed in early American costumes
robe changes. When they are done you will be left will serve their traditional iron pot of vegetable soup,
shaking your head and asking, “How did they do homemade breads, pies and giant chocolate chip
that?” You may also watch the Spectacular Fireworks cookies. Proceeds go towards their scholarship
Display after the game. To Win two FREE TICKETS to funds and various charitable projects. There will be
a game find the name “Quickchange” in a different free shuttles from the downtown Bryan square to the
article in this brochure and be one of the first sixteen Barnfest events at the MacDonald -Ruff Ice Arena.
households to call 419-633-6030 (NO messages)
and let us know where you found it, starting on May Saturday, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
16th at 1:30 P.M. (Limit 2 tickets per household). September 22nd
We will have eight winners for the game on July 21st MacDonald-Ruff Ice Arena
with the Lumberkings and eight winners for the $2.00 Admission
game on August 11th with the Whitecaps.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
MAINLY MARATHONS MainlyMarathons.com BACK TO SCHOOL BASH
MacDonald-Ruff Ice Arena - Sunday, June 3; 6:00 AM Eastland Baptist Church invites you to a
Packet pick-up/registration: June 2, 4- “Back To School Bash”. Please join EBC
6PM, Recreation Park; Soccer Fields, for a message on the ABC’s. Enjoy
820 Newdale Drive, or late registration hotdogs, a drawing for prizes, and the
may be picked up one hour before start best message you will ever hear from the greatest
time on race day, at the start location at book of all. School supplies will be available for
the ice arena, or online at mainly- those in need. For more information
marathons.com. No early starts, all races begin at please call the Eastland Baptist
first light. We have a “no runner left behind” policy, Church at 419-636-3835.
and we happily stay until the final finisher crosses
the line. Walkers are always welcome! Pets are not
allowed, for the safety and comfort of our runners/
walkers; you’re welcome to bring a stroller if you
have small children. We also offer a discount for
local participants doing the full or half marathon; use BLACK SWAMP CREATIVE ARTS CAMP
discount code : MMDISC Due to our unique multi- (ages 6-12) The Black Swamp Arts
loop course setup, we have one giant “aid station,” Council will offer a special day camp
with more food and drink than you could ever need! which features exploration of the arts
Ask anyone who’s run at least one of our races; and the creative process. The camp will
we’ve got everything offer a high quality, process-centered
from fruit to jelly beans Race 03/15/18- After arts experience which allows students to
to sandwiches, water to Type 05/14/18 05/14/18 explore their creativity through a variety of arts rota-
Gatorade to hot coffee, tions; including drama, music, and 2D and 3D art.
and everything in be- Full $130 $150 For further information call Jodi at 419-481-2450.
tween. Way more than Visit the Black Swamp Arts Council website at
just Goo and bananas– Half $110 $130 www.blackswamparts.com to register or for more
we even have our very information. Enrollment is limited so register early;
own chef and mobile 5K $35 $45 registration begins May 1st. Classes are also availa-
kitchen. ble in Defiance and Archbold, check their website for
the dates. This years theme is Art Under the Big Top.
Monday thru Friday
July 16th through July 20th
KICK KAWASAKI DISEASE 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
5k and Fun Run! Show your support to kick Kawa- Montpelier School
saki Disease. Saturday May 19th at the Jaycee Pavil-
ion near the Imagination Station in the Recreation
Park. Registration is from 7:30-8:45 AM with race
time starting at 9:00AM. Registration fee is $30.00.
There will also be face painting, a bounce house,
food and prizes. Sport crazy, fun or super cool
socks and you might just win a prize! All proceeds
will be donated to the Kawasaki Kids Foundation
who’s mission is to build a
friendly and knowledgeable
community to help save
kids hearts and cure Kawa-
saki Disease by increasing
awareness.
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A licensed program that uses the Itty Bitty Book-
worm curriculum which meets early learning stand-
ards set by the State of Ohio to promote kinder-
garten readiness
Music and large motor activities are offered with
an emphasis on socialization
Professional, loving staff
Come join the program that has been preparing our children for
Kindergarten for 30 plus years.
Classes offered:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (4 and 5 year olds)
8:30 AM-11:30 AM or 12:30 PM-3:30 PM
Tuesday and Thursday (3 and 4 year olds)
9:30AM-11:30 AM or 12:30 Pm-2:30 PM
To register or for more information call 419-633-6030
SAFETY TOWN - Do you have a child who will be entering Kindergarten or Cubdergarten this coming Fall? Will
your child have to cross busy streets or have to board a bus on a busy highway? Safety Town is a nationally-acclaimed
program which teaches life-long safety habits. Safe travel to and from school, bus safety, fire safety, home safety, water
safety, bicycle safety, poisons, and how to deal with strangers will be included in these comprehensive one-week sessions.
Children will become familiar with important vehicles such as a school bus, police car, and fire truck. Safety Town is co-
sponsored by the Bryan Kiwanis Club, Bryan Police & Fire Departments, and the Recreation Department. The fee is
$10.00 per child, which includes a tee-shirt. All classes are held for a one week period, Monday thru Friday (5 days).
Registration forms will be available at Kindergarten Registration in April and at the Parks and Recreation Department
Office. All classes will be held in the East End Community Room at 1400 East High Street. If you have any questions call
419-633-6030 . Class sizes are limited to 12 students. Classes will be held the following dates and times:
SESSION I: June 18th- 22nd; 10:00 AM -12:00 PM and 6:00-8:00 PM
SESSION II: July 16th -20th; 10:00 AM -12:00 PM and 6:00-8:00 PM
SESSION III: July 30th - Aug. 3rd; 9:30 -11:30 AM and 12:30 - 2:30 PM
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CLASSES
You may register for any class by phone (419-633-6030), by mail (P.O. Box 190, Bryan, Ohio 43506), or in person at the office.
TOT LEAGUE BASEBALL - For girls & boys, ages 4 - 6 (by May 1st), this FUN summer league
utilizes a batting tee and shortened bases to develop future ball players. Fundamentals (hitting, throwing,
fielding, base running, rules, etc.), sportsmanship, and teamwork are stressed more than winning or losing.
Registration forms will be distributed through the schools in April or they can be picked up at the Parks
and Recreation office. Registration forms will also be available at Kindergarten Registration in April.
Deadline to register is MAY 11th. Games played following the end of the school year. Fee is $10.00.
ATTENTION: ADULT COACHES ARE NEEDED. BASEBALL KNOWLEDGE HELPFUL, BUT
NOT REQUIRED. CALL 419-633-6030 FOR A FUN EXPERIENCE.
ARTS & CRAFT CAMP - (Ages 3 - 10) Make room on the refrigerator! Your child will create art to display.
Children will have the opportunity to make fun, hands on art projects with adult supervision. Classes will be held in the
East End Community Room. Different projects will be made in each session. Each class will run Monday through
Thursday and all materials will be provided. There is a limit of 12 students per age group, per class.
ages 3-4, 9:30 - 10:00AM $10.00 per class
ages 5-7, 10:15 - 11:15 AM $15.00 per class
ages 8-10, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM $15.00 per class
Session I: June 25th - 28th
Session II: July 9th - 12th
“STORIES IN THE PARKS” READING PROGRAM - The Williams County Public Library will
again bring their reading program to the parks this summer and will be visiting a site near you. We encourage kids and
teens to read throughout the summer to keep up the skills they have learned during the school year. Story Times in the
Parks are at 10:00 AM, in case of inclement weather stories will be at the library, dates and locations are as follow:
Friday, June 15th, at Hitt Park
Friday, June 22nd, at Mattie Marsh Park
Friday, June 29th, at Garver Park
Friday, July 13th, at Moore Park
Friday, July 20th, at East End Park
Friday, July 27th at Roseland Park
Children and teens who participate in summer reading programs benefit from the many engaging activities and opportu-
nities, which promote literacy development and student learning and help to counter the summer slide. Summer library
programs for all ages enhance lifelong learning and provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences that are available to eve-
ryone in the Community. Summer Reading programs start the week of June 11th. Story Times will also be available at
the Library starting the second week of June; on Tuesdays at 11:00 AM and 6:30 PM; which include stories, crafts, and
singing to help early literacy skills. Mondays: 10:00AM - Morning Movie and 6:00PM - Baby Lapsit. Tuesdays:
6:00PM Let’s Move. Wednesdays they have a Let’s Move class at 11:00 which includes singing dancing, using bells,
ribbons, shakers, and etc and Lego Club at 6:30PM. Thursday’s they will host Lego Club at 4:00PM; Legos will be sup-
plied for you to build creations and Art Works for ages 7-10 at 5:30PM. Stop and pick up a flyer of all summer events.
If you have any questions, contact Vickie Zippay at the Library; 419-636-6734 ext. 223.
7CLASSES
You may register for any class by phone (419-633-6030), by mail (P.O. Box 190, Bryan, Ohio 43506), or in person at the office.
NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT
Who doesn’t love a scavenger hunt? Lace up your shoes and head outside to explore. Drop your little
hunter off at the Jaycee Pavilion in the Recreation Park and Junior Girl Scout Troop #11071 will take
them on a scavenger hunt in the Park and have them paint rocks to hide. Quickchange. When children
learn to appreciate and enjoy nature they are more likely to grow into adults who
value and protect our environment.
Saturday
July 14
2:30 PM
Jaycee Pavilion near the Imagination Station
Fee $5.00
WATER AEROBICS
Looking for a cool way to get fit this summer? Give this Water Aerobics Class a try!! With water aero-
bics you burn calories and tone muscles while staying cool in the water. This class will use aerobics and
toning moves usually done on land; but you will be doing the moves in chest high water. This class is a
great workout for all fitness levels and ages. (The pool is closed to other swimmers during class and no
pool pass is needed to participate) Instructor: Dawn Davis.
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 PM
East End Pool
6 weeks for $30.00
Begins June 26th
BASIC DOG OBEDIENCE/MANNERS CLASS - (Dogs 5 months and older.) Want to
have a better relationship with your dog and have some fun? In this class you will learn how to create a
peaceful home environment with your dog aided by instructor, Amy L. Snyder. This Basic Dog Obedi-
ence/Manners Class you will not only learn how to train your dog in everyday commands such as sit,
stay, and down; you will also learn to prevent or correct some unwanted behaviors. This class is great
for the first time dog owners, shelter dogs, or anyone who feels the need for a refresher course. All stu-
dents must bring a copy of their dogs current vaccination record to the first class. Classes are limited to
eight people/dogs to ensure that no one gets lost in the crowd and will be held for six consecutive Satur-
day’s. Equipment required for this class is a buckle collar, a 6 foot leather/nylon leash, and a lot of
treats. NO CHAIN LEADS!
Saturdays, 10:00-11:00 AM
MacDonald-Ruff Ice Arena
Six Classes; $65.00
Starts April 14th
You may register for any class by mail (P.O. Box 190, Bryan, Ohio 43506), by phone (419-633-6030) or in person at the office
(1399 E. High Street, second floor of the Don North Building). Fees are charged to cover salaries of instructors. Therefore no
refunds can be given after a class begins. Classes will be canceled prior to there scheduled starting date if minimum registra-
tion has not been reached (fees will be refunded in full). Please pay at the time of registration or before the class begins. Make
checks payable to the Bryan Recreation Department.
8CLASSES
You may register for any class by phone (419-633-6030), by mail (P.O. Box 190, Bryan, Ohio 43506), or in person at the office.
POUND CLASS - Join us in the latest craze in exercising!
POUND® transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of work-
ing out. Instead of listening to music, you become the music in
this exhilarating full-body workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and
strength training with yoga and pilates-inspired movements. Designed for
all fitness levels, POUND® provides the perfect atmosphere for letting
loose, getting energized, toning up and rockin’ out! The workout is easily
modifiable and the alternative vibe and welcoming philosophy appeals to
men and women of all ages and abilities. Using Ripstix®, lightly weighted drumsticks engineered spe-
cifically for exercising, Burn up to 900+ calories per hour, strengthen and sculpt infrequently used mus-
cles, and drum your way to a leaner, slimmer physique – all while rocking out to your favorite music!
Each 2-4 minute song is carefully calibrated with interval peaks and extended fat burning sequences,
providing you with the best workout in the shortest span of time Ripstix® intensify each POUND® po-
sition with light, peripheral resistance that not only works the shoulders, biceps, triceps, forearms, and
back, but also dramatically increases the amount of instability in the body. Class size is limited to
twelve and students must be at least 12 years of age. Bring a mat if you have one. Ripstixs will be pro-
vided by instructor, Ashley Kendall .
Mondays, 6:45PM
Community Center; upstairs
4 weeks for $10.00, or walk in for $5.00 per night
Starts June 4th
ATS BELLY DANCE CLASS (ages 15 and up) American Tribal Style belly dance celebrates
the beauty and strength of women growing together in community. A stylized format of steps, cues,
and the familiarity of musical phrasing allow dancers to create an improvisational tapestry of move-
ment each time they dance. ATS is an energizing blend of pan-Mediterranean, Gypsy inspired dance
forms that will tone the entire body, strengthen the core, provide aerobic exercise, and enhance grace.
Get in fantastic shape and have fun while learning this beautiful art form! Each session of classes will
run for 8 consecutive weeks on Tuesdays, and the fee is $50.00. Space is limited, so please pre-
register with the Parks and Recreation office at 419-633-6030 to reserve your spot. Students should
wear comfortable clothing that is not too loose and may dance barefoot or in ballet slippers. A scarf tied
around the hips is helpful, as is an exercise mat for cooling down at the end of class. No prior dance ex-
perience is necessary. Instructor - Rita Michele.
Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM
Community Center; upstairs
8 weeks for $50.00
SESSION I Basic ATS, Starts May 8th
SESSION II Beyond Basics, Starts July 10th
(Prerequisite: Basic ATS)
9CLASSES
You may register for any class by phone (419-633-6030), by mail (P.O. Box 190, Bryan, Ohio 43506), or in person at the office.
TENNIS INSTRUCTION - An experienced tennis Coach, Mitchell Owens, will be teaching
two classes: “Beginners and Beyond" and "Introduction to Varsity Tennis.” (See below for
more details.) Bring your own tennis racquet, plenty of water and dress comfortably with prop-
er tennis shoes and learn a great life-long recreational sport that not only promotes physical
fitness but also serves as a fun-filled activity that the whole family can enjoy! All classes are
held at the Recreation Park tennis courts, which are near the Imagination Station. Cost is
$50.00 per student, per class. Students may take both classes if they meet the criteria. IMPORTANT: If
you are unsure if classes will be held because of inclement weather, call the Parks & Recreation Office
(419-633-6030).
BEGINNERS AND BEYOND (Ages 8 - Adult welcome)
This class is specifically designed for both beginner AND intermediate players. Based on an initial skill
evaluation, beginner and intermediate players will be separated to enhance their learning experiences.
For the beginner, the fundamentals of tennis will be taught so that by the end of the week each student
will grasp basic skills such as proper grip, stance, forehand, backhand, volleys, serves, and singles/doubles
rules. The intermediate players will begin refining their basic strokes while learning higher level
strokes, skills, and strategy. All instruction is taught in a fun and enjoyable learning environment.
Choose from morning or evening classes.
June 18 - 22, 8:30-9:30AM OR 6:30 - 7:30 PM
INTRODUCTION TO VARSITY TENNIS (Entering grades 7-10)
This class is specifically designed to introduce and prepare students for High School Varsity Tennis. Wheth-
er participants are in middle school or high school, this class features more individualized instruction as
students spend a week learning team drills and skills at the pace of a varsity tennis practice.
Upon completion of the class, players will be given a personalized written assessment tool
which may be utilized to improve their skill sets and prepare for competitive tennis. Students
who taken this class in prior years often perform ahead of their peers entering the high school
tennis program - so get a head start! (Interested players are encouraged to take the BEGIN-
NERS AND BEYOND course prior Intro to Varsity as basic skills will NOT be taught during this class and play-
ers are expected to know all basic terminology which is taught in the Beginners and Beyond class.)
June 25 - 29, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
MOUNTAIN DULCIMER LESSONS - Are you one of the many people who have come under the en-
chanting spell of the dulcimer? Hauntingly beautiful, this instrument is deeply rooted in the folk music
heritage of our country. Originating in the Appalachian Mountains in the early 1800’s, the dulcimer be-
came somewhat of a forgotten instrument in the early 1900’s before making a gradual comeback during
the past four decades. Now you can learn to play this early American instrument so that you can entertain
yourself and others. If you have a dulcimer at home, bring it to class. If you don’t have one, several dul-
cimers will be provided. Limit 20 per class. Instructor is Grace Fish.
Mondays; 2:00-4:00 PM
Community Center
6 Weeks: $20.00
Begins April16th
You may register for any class by mail (P.O. Box 190, Bryan, Ohio 43506), by phone (419-633-6030) or in person at the office
(1399 E. High Street, second floor of the Don North Building). Fees are charged to cover salaries of instructors. Therefore no
refunds can be given after a class begins. Classes will be canceled prior to there scheduled starting date if minimum registra-
tion has not been reached (fees will be refunded in full). Please pay at the time of registration or before the class begins.
Make checks payable to the Bryan Parks Department.
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LEARN TO SPEAK GERMAN
You can get an easy introduction to German or just consolidate your basic knowledge with this begin-
ner's course. German is one of the major languages of the world and around 90-98 million people use this
language for communication. This class is intended for students without any prior knowledge of the lan-
guage and/or beginners with very little previous knowledge who would like to gain basic knowledge of
German for everyday life, work, and travel. Students may give ideas on areas (business, cooking, travel,
etc.) that they are interested in learning the German language in. If you are interested in learning
German you can turn their name in at the Parks and Recreation Office and if we get enough interested
we will set up a class. Instructor is Barbara Roby.
CLASS INSTRUCTORS
The Bryan Parks and Recreation Department is looking for persons who would be interested in instruct-
ing a class in whatever subject that they would be qualified to teach. We are looking for adult or chil-
dren classes. If you are skilled in crafts, can draw, or have your own special talent and would like to hold
a class; contact us. The classes would be held in the Community Center on Buffalo Road. For room
availability, pay, scheduling, etc., call the Parks and Recreation Department at 419-633-6030 or email us
at parks-rec@cityofbryan.com.
BLACK SWAMP ART GUILD Join the Guild members and share their interest in
Art, all forms of Art. They meet once a month to exchange ideas, talents, receive instruction,
and to create within the group. The yearly membership fee is $20.00 per person. Meetings are
held the 4th Mondays of each month at the Bryan Community Center, unless otherwise stated
in their newsletter. For more information, call Shirley Goldsmith at 419-636-8388 or Bobbi
Schlosser at 419-636-1656.
CLASSIC FEATHERS BIRD CLUB Meet and network with area bird lovers and share
information about the care, breeding, and enjoyment of birds. Write to Classic Feathers,
P.O. Box 7001, Bryan, OH 43506 for more information. Meets every other Sunday at the
Community Center on Buffalo Road.
$15.00 yearly fee (includes newsletter)
Begin any time.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB
Open to all area bridge players who enjoy competitive play.
Call Lois Maugel (419-636-7972) for more information.
Wednesdays, 1:00-5:00 PM
Community Center on Buffalo Road; year-round
WALK, JOG, AND BIKE CLUB Join our topers and walk in Ed Herroon’s 2007
footsteps (3,535 miles), run at Deb Rhodes 2011 pace (1540 miles), or pedal in Edith
Trowbridge’s path (3,866 miles). No matter how many walk, jog, or bike miles you
total, report them weekly or monthly and earn a prestigious 2018 mileage tee-shirt
at the end of the year (your choice of color). Call 419-633-6030 to report mileage,
Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Begin no later than October 31st.
11FALL RECREATIONAL SOCCER GIRLS SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION
(Ages 5-14 by December 31, 2018) One Girls, First grade - High School
time in-person registrations will be May Please visit their website (www.bgsa.activesports.com)
19; 10:00AM-12:00PM at the Community to answer any questions you may have. President:
Center on Buffalo Road or you can do it on Chad Savage 419-553-0838
-line. Registration forms are available on the web site
(www.bryan-soccer.com) so that you can fill them out GIRLS DIVISION I (Ages: 18-under, 16-under)
ahead of time, or they will be available at registration. Plays Mon. through Fri., 6:00 PM, Recreation Park, be-
This season is a more formal soccer season that starts gins in June. President: Bronson Ebaugh,
in September. Each team will have time to practice bronsonebaugh109@gmail.com
during the week to prepare for Saturday morning
matches. There will be six Saturdays set up for the GIRLS DIVISION II (Ages: 14-under, 12-under)
teams to compete against each other. Coaches of the Plays Mon. through Sat., 6:00 PM, Varsity Field #5 &
5/6 age group will officiate their matches, and officials Fountain City Park, begins in May.
will be provided for the other age groups. Team and President: Dawne Nagel 419-630-8777;
individual pictures will be taken and a fundraiser will be dpester5@hotmail.com
provided to help support the Soccer Association. Club
teams are formed every fall and spring for children ages GIRLS DIVISION III
8 - 14 that will participate in the Northwest Ohio Youth (Ages: 10-under, 3rd & 4th grade)
Soccer League which generally consist of five home and Plays Mon. through Fri., 6:00 PM,
five away games in the season. 10-under play at Roseland Park and other fields
Email any questions to bryan-soccer@live.com Practices begin in April; Games begin in mid-May.
President Kelly Thiel
kthiel@bryanschools.net
BRYAN SKATE PARK – This addition to the Parks
GIRLS DIVISION IV
Dept. was dedicated to the memory of Garrett
(Ages 8-under - 1st & 2nd grade)
Lockhart. This 9,500 square foot facility has been built
Play at Washington Field
to accommodate all ages. Don’t be left out. Register for
Practices begin in May; Games begin in June.
free at the Parks Dept. office and receive your skate
President: Val Eickhoff
bracelet, which you must wear to be able to skate. To
Valerie.eickhoff@gmail.com
ensure the safety of all participants, persons are asked
to obey the following rules:
1) Skateboards, in-line skates, and scooters only. NO
BICYCLES, MOTORIZED VEHICLES, OR OTHER WHEELED CHURCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE
DEVICES ALLOWED. Plays Mon. - Tues. - Thurs. - Fri., 6:15
2) Safety equipment is highly recommended to be Recreation Park. Begins in May.
worn at all times. Users should wear helmets,
kneepads, elbow pads, and wrist guards suitable to
provide protection in the event of falls or collisions.
3) No food and drink allowed within the skating area.
No smoking, alcohol, or drugs. No profanity or
inappropriate behavior. No littering or graffiti. No
unnecessary waxing. No pets.
4) Noise ordinance will be enforced. MEN’S OVER-30 BASKETBALL OPEN GYM
WARNING: This skate park is an unsupervised facility. Open to men 30 years & older (by Oct. 1, 2017) who
Skateboarding, in-line skating, & use of scooters are live or work in the Bryan School District only. New
hazardous recreation activities. Users of this teams picked each week. Players may start playing
facility assume all risk of personal injury or anytime.
damage to personal property. Please call 419- Wednesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 PM
633-6030 if you see any unacceptable activity. Bryan Elementary School Gym
Remember: THIS IS YOUR PARK. PLEASE HELP Continued from Winter
PROTECT IT FROM ABUSE.
12BRYAN BASEBALL ASOCIATION
President: Tyler Pitman 419-705-1567
For more information visit www.bryanlittleleague.com or e-mail bryanlittleleague@gmail.com
ROOKIE LEAGUE MAJOR LEAGUE
(Boys and Girls, ages 5 & 6 or PK & K) (Boys and Girls, ages 11 & 12 or grades 5& 6)
MUST play in the Parks Dept. Tot league to be eligible. Practice begins in April.
This league will introduce you and your child to the game Play Mon. through Friday, Recreation & Garver Parks,
and teach them the basic skills of baseball. Parents/ Players in this league will reinforce the skills learned in
Guardians are required to participate with children in the previous leagues along with advanced pitching me-
drills. chanics and strategies, batting strategies, and outfield
play. The goal of this league is to prepare the players for
WILDCAT LEAGUE Junior High age baseball.
(Boys and Girls, ages 7 & 8 or grades 1& 2)
Practice begins in May. BABE RUTH LEAGUE
Play Mon. through Friday & some Saturdays (Boys and Girls, ages 13-15 or grades 7,8 & 9)
Recreation Park Play Mon. through Friday, Recreation Park
Players will have fun reinforcing the skills learned in Begins in April.
Rookie League. Skills such as watching the runner in Players in this league will reinforce their skills learned at
front of you, understanding forced outs, and basic situa- all of the previous levels while playing games with modi-
tion baseball such as cutoffs, base coverage, and tagging fied high school rules. These players will be playing
up will be taught. competitive baseball against other teams from the area.
MINOR LEAGUE JR BEARS BASEBALL
(Boys and Girls, ages 9 & 10 or grades 3 & 4) (Ages 9-12; 7th & 8th grade) Competitive select teams.
Practice begins in April. Teams have already been formed this past fall.
Play Mon. through Friday, Recreation and Garver Park,
Players will have fun while reinforcing the skills learned ACME/JR. ACME
in both Rookie and Wildcat Leagues. Skills such as cut- (High School)
off throws, double play techniques, bunting, and catch- Plays Mon. through Friday, Recreation Park
ing/pitching mechanics will be taught.
BRYAN PARKS AND RECREATION TOT LEAGUE - (Boys and Girls, ages 4 - 6) This is the
only league run by the Bryan Parks and Recreation Department. Sign up sheets will be distributed at the
schools in April or can be picked up at the Parks and Recreation office. The season will begin following the
end of the school year. Parks Department 419-633-6030
BRYAN LITTLE BEARS FOOTBALL OPEN SUMMER SAND VOLLEYBALL
Open to 5th and 6th graders living in the Bryan Want to play sand volleyball on the
School District. Sign-up is April 21, 10:30 at the sand courts near Imagination Station
Community Center. Registration fees are in Recreation Park? Play in the soft
$100.00, players will not be denied partici- sand while your kids play at the
pation due to fees. For more information playground. Open play is on Sun.-
please visit Bryan Little Bears on face- Mon.-Weds. evenings, 6:00-9:30
book. There will also be registration for PM, June thru August.
5th & 6th grade girls cheerleading on the
21st.
13BRYAN SWIM TEAM ACTIVITIES
Registration: Register for all Swim Team activities will be April 24, 5:00-8:00 PM & April 28th, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM at
the Community Center. Visit bryanswimteam.com for more information
Cub Program (Ages 5-8) - This pre-competitive program teaches the four competitive strokes that are needed to
advance to a competitive team. Tryouts will be held in June. Coach: Corinne Pool. Mon.- Fri., 9:00-10:15 AM or
10:30-11:45 AM; Moore Pool (shallow end). Begins in June.
Competitive Swimming (Ages 5-18) - Offers different levels of practice in four competitive strokes. Emphasis is
placed on competition; however, swimmers are encouraged to be concerned with their own accomplishments and are
urged to improve their technique and times. Swimmers compete against other Northwest Ohio teams. Moore Pool,
begins in June.
Ages 13-18: 7:45-10:30 AM (Mon.-Fri.) & 5:00-6:30 PM (Mon.-Thurs.)
Ages 9-12: 10:15-11:30 AM (Mon.-Fri.) & 5:00-6:30 PM (Mon. & Wed.)
Ages 8 & Under: 11:00-11:45 AM (Mon.-Fri.)
Competitive Diving (Ages 5-18) - The purpose of this program is to teach the basics of diving to the
beginner and to improve the performance of the more experienced diver. Mon.-Fri. Mornings, East End
Pool. Coach is Katherine Spangler. Practice begins in June.
SWIMMING LESSONS
How many times will you and your children go swimming, boating, fishing, or participate in some other wa-
ter-related activity this summer? For a non-swimmer every minor water accident can turn into a disaster.
Take the most basic of precautions and LEARN HOW TO SWIM. Sessions last 8 days (Monday thru Thursday
for 2 weeks). The cost is $20.00 per session. There is a minimum of 4 persons required for a class to be
held. PAYMENT IS REQUIRED AT TIME OF REGISTRATION. YOU MUST REGISTER IN PERSON. You will receive a
certificate of completion at the end of the session. No refunds after 2 lessons. Classes are divided as
follows:
Infant/Toddler Level 6 months to 3 years. Requires parent accompaniment in the water.
Lessons last 30 minutes. Limit of 6 to 8 participants.
Pre School Level 3 to 5 year olds who have not had water experiences or who show some fear of the water.
Parent accompaniment in the water optional. Lessons last 40 minutes. Limit of 8 to 10 participants.
Level 1: Water Exploration. Help child feel comfortable in the water & to enjoy the water safely.
Level 2: Primary Skills. To teach breath control, floating, and beginning movement in the water.
Level 3: Stroke Readiness. To further development of the crawl stroke, combined back strokes, and to introduce
the elementary backstroke.
Level 4: Stroke Development. Introduces the sidestroke, breaststroke, and starts developing endurance.
Level 5: Stroke refinement, Level 6: Skill Proficiency, Level 7: Advanced skills, and Adult lessons available as needed.
*Note: All above classes must have a minimum of four registrants in order to be held.
MOORE POOL SWIM LESSON SCHEDULE
REGISTRATION FOR FIRST SESSION ONLY
June 12th and June 13th: 4:00-7:00 PM, at Moore Pool only
All Lessons cost $20.00 per session
FIRST SESSION: June 18th through June 28th
SECOND SESSION: July 16th through July 26th
(Registrations for this session will not be taken until after 1:00 on June 29th)
9:30-10:15 AM Level 1, 3, & 4
10:30-11:15 AM Infant/Toddler, Pre School & Level 2
5:00-5:45 PM Infant/Toddler, Level 1, & 3
6:00-6:30/6:45 PM Pre School, Level 2, & 4
All lessons are held for 2 weeks, Monday through Thursday. Friday used for make ups. The times are the same for both
sessions. More classes will be added if needed. You may call 419-633-6030 to see if classes are canceled due to
the weather. (TIMES AND DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.)
14POOL RULES & REGULATIONS
NO Running—Pushing—Dunking—Profanity—Stealing—Spitting or NO Toys: Water Wings—Inner Tubes—Snorkels, Masks or Fins—
Rough Housing of Any Kind. Ball or Objects to be Thrown.
NO Glass of Any Kind is Allowed in Pool Area. NO Children Under the Age of “9” Are Permitted in the Pool
NO Smoking or Use of Tobacco Products. Area Without an Adult.
NO Alcoholic Beverages or Being Under the Influence of Alcohol. NO More Than One Person on A Board at A Time.
NO Open Wounds, Sores, or Skin Infections. NO Diving Off the Side of the Board or Off the Side of the Pool.
NO Visiting With Lifeguards While on Duty. NO Diving Until the Area is Clear.
Appropriate Swimwear is Required. Proper Swimming Attire Includes a Lined Bathing Suit Suitable for Public Use. NO CUT OFFS or
GYM SHORTS. We Allow Only USCG Approved Life Jackets and They are Restricted to the Roped Off Area of the 2 Foot Shallow or the
Baby Pool at East End Pool and the Zero Depth End at Moore Pool and MUST have an Adult in the Pool With Them at All Times
ALL Persons 4 Years Old or Older Must Pay to Enter the Pool ALL Bicycles Are to be Parked in the Bicycle Racks Until the
Area. Person Leaves.
ALL Persons Must Shower Before Entering the Pool Area. ALL Trash Should be Placed in Trash Barrels.
ALL Personal Items Are the Responsibility of the Individual. ALL Food, Candy, Gum, or Drinks Must be Consumed Outside
Management Will Not be Responsible For Lost or Stolen Items. the Pool Area or in the Fenced Area at the Concession Stand.
VIOLATION OF THE RULES WILL RESULT IN A WARNING, CONTINUED VIOLATIONS WILL RESULT IN AN EXPULSION FROM ONE TO
SEVEN DAYS. A PERSON EXPELLED THREE TIMES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED BACK FOR THE REST OF THE SUMMER.
IF EXPELLED FOR NOT FOLLOWING THE RULES, NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN
ADDITIONAL RULES ARE POSTED AT THE POOLS
MANAGEMENT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR MAINTAINING A CLEAN AND SAFE FACILITY. PLEASE DO YOUR SHARE
TO HELP BY FOLLOWING THE RULES AND REGULATIONS. THANK YOU.
SWIM PASSES
The Parks & Recreation Department will be using a SEASON PASS or PUNCH CARD system this summer at both pools.
Pool Passes and punch cards will be sold in the Parks and Recreation Office starting May 14th; no swim lessons will
be sold in the office. By purchasing a punch card, patrons receive discounts on daily admissions. Persons must either
present a season pass, punch card, or pay with cash to be admitted each day. Daily admission to either of Bryan’s two
pools is still the most economical ticket to recreational fun that a person can buy. Come and enjoy the sparkling blue
waters of Moore and East End Pools this summer. See the pool rules and regulations above.
TENTATIVELY OPENING DAY WILL BE JUNE 15TH.
DAILY ADMISSION: 4-17 Years - $1.50 18 through 61 years -$2.00
3-under - Free 62-older - Free
(10) PUNCH CARD (20) PUNCH CARD
4 thru 17 years of age $10 (save $5) $20 (save $10)
18 thru 61 years of age $15 (save $5) $30 (save $10)
If You Plan On Coming Back in the Evening, Your Hand Will Be Stamped.
Punch cards will not be replaced if lost or stolen
SEASON PASSES (on sale, June 12th & June 13th, 4:00-7:00 PM, at Moore Pool only or in
the Parks and Recreation Office starting May 14th)
Individual $45 (save $5 if purchased June 12 - June 13 or in the office before June 15th)
Family (2) $60 ( “ “ “ “ “ “ “ )
Family (3) $70 ( “ “ “ “ “ “ “ )
Family (4) $80 ( “ “ “ “ “ “ “ )
Family (5+) $90 ( “ “ “ “ “ “ “ )
Only Those Persons Who Have Their Names on the Pass are Eligible to Use that Pass.
Replacement Season Passes Will Be $2.00, if you lose yours.
SWIM HOURS: * Pool hours of operation may be altered*
Moore Pool Monday & Wednesday 1:00-5:00 & 7:00-9:00 PM
East End Pool Tuesday & Thursday 1:00-5:00 & 7:00-9:00 PM
Moore Pool Friday and Saturday 1:00-6:00 PM
East End Pool Sunday 1:00-6:00 PM
POOL RENTALS ARE AVAILABLE SAT. & SUN. EVENINGS. CALL 419-633-6030 FOR INFO.
TIMES AND DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. POOLS MAY CLOSE EARLY IF THERE IS LESS THAN 20 SWIMMERS.
ALL CHILDREN, 3 YRS.-UNDER, MUST WEAR A WATER BABIES DIAPER!
15CALENDAR OF EVENTS
APRIL JUNE - continued
14th - 10:00 Dog Obedience Class Starts 23rd - “Day In The Park” & Fireworks
16th - 2:00 Dulcimer Class Starts 25th - 9:00 Arts and Crafts Class Session I Starts
21st - 10:30 Little Bears Registration 25th - 6:30 Introduction to Varsity Tennis Class
24th - 5:00 Swim Team Registrations 26th - 5:30 Water Aerobics Starts
27th - 1:00 Arbor Day “Walk Through the Park” 29th - 10:00 Stories in Garver Park
28th - 10:00 Swim Team Registrations
MAY JULY
9th - 9:00 Arts and Crafts Class, Session II Starts
8th - 6:30 Belly Dance Class Starts
10th - 6:30 Belly Dance Class Starts
11th - Tot League Sign Up Deadline
13th - 10:00 Stories in Moore Park
19th - 7:30 Kawasaki Disease 5k & Fun Run
14th - 2:30 Nature Scavenger Hunt
19th - 9:00 Soccer Registration
16th - 10:00/6:00 Safety Town, Session II Starts
16th - 9:00 Black Swamp Arts Camp Starts
JUNE 16th - Swim Lessons, Session II Starts
3rd - 6:00 Mainly Marathon 20th - 10:00 Stories at East End Park
4th - 6:45 Pound Class Starts 21st- Family Baseball Game with the “Tincaps”
12th - Start of Jubilee Week 27th - 10:00 Stories in Roseland Park
12th - 4:00-7:00 Pool Passes/Swim Lessons on Sale 30th –9:30/12:30 Safety Town, Session III Starts
15th - 10:00 Stories in Hitt Park
16th - Bryan Jubilee Parade
18th - 8:30/6:30 Tennis for Beginners and Beyond Class AUGUST
18th - 10:00/6:00 Safety Town, Session I Starts 11th - Family Baseball Game with the “Tincaps”
18th - Swim Lessons, Session I Starts
22nd - 10:00 Stories in Mattie Marsh Park
SEASON SWIM PASS OR PUNCH CARD INFORMATION
(No Mail Ins! You Need to Bring this Form to the Parks & Recreation Office after May 14th or to Moore Pool June 12th or after)
Name________________________________________________ Home Phone___________________________________
Address______________________________________________ Work Phone____________________________________
In Case of Emergency Contact____________________________ Phone Number______________ Cell________________
Name(s) of Persons Living At Above Address to receive Pass or Punch Card (1 person/Punch Card)
1. __________________________________________________________ Age___________ For Office Use Only:
2. __________________________________________________________ Age___________ _______________
3. __________________________________________________________ Age___________ _______________
4. __________________________________________________________ Age___________ _______________
5. __________________________________________________________ Age___________ _______________
6. __________________________________________________________ Age___________ _______________
_______________
(10) PUNCH CARD (20) PUNCH CARD
4 thru 17 years of age $10 (save $5) $20 (save $10)
18 thru 61 years of age $15 (save $5) $30 (save $10)
SEASON PASSES
Individual $45 (save $5 if purchased June 12th & June 13th or in the office before June 15th)
Family (2) $60 ( “ “ “ “ “ “ “ )
Family (3) $70 ( “ “ “ “ “ “ “ )
Family (4) $80 ( “ “ “ “ “ “ “ )
Family (5+) $90 ( “ “ “ “ “ “ “ )
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY:
Type of Payment: Cash____ Check No.__________ Amount $____________ Date______________
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