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Fall 2018 Activity Guide
3 Harkenrider Senior Activity Center Dedication
– September 8
3 Fall Youth & Adult Sports
3 Spanish Language Section page 13
3 And More…
Follow us! @hermistonrec 541.667.5018 www.hermiston.or.us
FALL 2018
Parks & Recreation Guide
Table of Contents
Information............................................... Page 1
Youth Sports ........................................Page 4-7
Youth Enrichment................................... Page 8
Adult Sports ............................................ Page 9
Adult Enrichment ........................... Page 10-11
Special Events ........................................ Page 12
Sports in Spanish /
Deportes y Actividades........................ Page 13
The ARC................................................. Page 17
Adult Education............................... Page 20-21
Hermiston Public Library ................... Page 23
Good Shepherd Hospital
Activities & Classes..................... Page 24-26
Facility Rentals ...................................... Page 30
Parks and Recreation Facilities ......... Page 31
Recreation Directory .......................... Page 32
City of Hermiston
Parks & Recreation Department
415 S Hwy 395, Hermiston, OR 97838
www.hermiston.or.us
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Hermiston finding a path to Health, Wellness and Indoor Aquatics
A 2016 survey showed an indoor aquatic center was the top • Public Safety – We simply can’t get every child in Hermis-
“livability” priority for Hermiston residents, and the city is in ton into a swimming lesson 3 months per year. Hermis-
the midst of a feasibility study to determine what it would take ton’s children should all be swimmers for their own safety.
to get there. The conclusion of this work will include options • Livability - Hermiston is the largest city in Eastern Or-
to build a wellness centered facility to include an indoor com- egon. This growth puts pressure on Hermiston’s public
petition pool, leisure pool, therapy pool, gymnasiums, running schools, parks, and services to provide the best possible
track, fitness areas, exercise rooms, and more. place to live.
Why build a Health, Wellness and Indoor Aquatic Center? • Health – Year round exercise is the key to a healthy life-
• Economics – Employers want to locate where there is a style. Access to affordable fitness is the best alternative
healthy, growing labor pool. Boardman built their new rec to rising edical costs.
center as an economic development initiative. Larry Fetter, Director
Hermiston Parks and Recreation
WELCOME TO PARKS & RECREATION
Get connected… The Hermiston Parks and Recreation Committee has been working hard since 1972 to make Hermiston a healthy, pleasant and vibrant
community. The Parks Committee meets the second Thursday of each month, 5:30pm at City Hall and your ideas are welcome. This activity guide is filled with
over 200 opportunities to add recreation to your life. Check us out on-line or “like” us on Facebook to be first in line for special offerings and promotions.
FALL 2018
Three Easy Ways to Register: Online, walk-in, phone
phone 541-667-5018 • www.hermiston.or.us
Contact
Office 415 S Hwy 395, Hermiston, OR 97838
Phone (541) 667-5018
Email parksandrec@hermiston.or.us
Parks and Recreation Committee Congratulations!
By registering in a Hermiston Parks and Recreation programs,
Jean Stahlberg Erica Juarez Brad Wayland Lori Davis Ryan Severs you are making an investment in the health and wellbeing of
Lisa Garcia Jackie Myers Carlisle Harrison Briana Cortaberria your family. We work hard to make sure your recreational
experience is exceptional and high value. While each program
Staff is unique, the following policies are developed to help manage
your experience as a participant.
Larry Fetter Director of Parks and Recreation Gina Wicks Administrative Assistant
Brandon Artz Recreation Supervisor
Brian Fricke Municipal Service Worker II
Diana Picard
Kasia Robbins
Recreation Coordinator
Recreation Coordinator
Resident / Non-Resident Rates
Because the programs offered by Hermiston Parks and
Ruperto Garcia Municipal Service Worker I Recreation rely on local tax payer support, non-resident fees
Instructors Wanted
have been instituted to offset the difference. The resident rate
applies to participants that live within the Hermiston city limits.
Instructors are essential in our Department’s efforts to meet the lifelong learning and
recreational needs of Hermiston citizens. Contact Recreation Supervisor Brandon Artz Cancellation Policy
We may be required to cancel programs for reasons beyond
at BArtz@hermiston.or.us if you’d like to propose or lead a class or program. Hermiston
our control on rare occasions. Every effort will be given to
Recreation is always seeking competent instructors in a variety of subjects and disciplines. reschedule an interrupted program as soon as possible. If a
Volunteer
program cannot be rescheduled a pro-rated credit may be
available to participants in lieu of a refund.
We are always looking for volunteers to assist with special events, programs, and parks. If
interested in becoming a volunteer, contact the Parks and Recreation office at City Hall. Withdrawal / Refund Policy
We recognize that you may need to withdraw from a program
Registration Options for a variety of reasons. Because our programs are self-
supporting, we rely on registration fees to operate them. If you
withdraw from a program 7 days prior to the beginning date, a
Go Online: Visit www.hermiston.or.us/parksrec. Click on “Activities and Classes”
refund may be issued (less a $10 processing fee). A credit may
or “Park Reservations” on the right hand side depending on whether you want to
be issued to participants for withdrawal within 7 days of the
register for a program or reserve a park facility. Create a login I.D. and follow the
first date. Beyond the first day of a program, no refunds will be
prompts for registrations and reservations.
issued for a program withdrawal.
Walk In: Visit our office where you can complete a program registration, make
facility reservations, and pay all in one place. Walk-in customers may pay using cash,
check,Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
Photo Policy
Capturing the moment. By attending any Hermiston Parks &
Phone: We accept Visa, Mastercard, and American Express payments over the phone Recreation program, you understand that a picture of you or
for any program registration or facility reservation. Save some gas and call us at your family may be taken. We use photographs for quality
541.667.5018 to use the pay by phone option. improvement and also in future marketing materials. Names
are not published without specific permission granted by a
participant.
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YOUTH SPORTS
Visit us online at www.hermistonrecreation.com
Earn Splash Dollars! Meet the Coach!
Volunteer to coach a youth sports team and receive a $25 credit This is a meeting for parents and coaches of children participating in the
towards a Hermiston Family Aquatic Center Splash Pass or admission! Youth Flag Football or Youth Volleyball Leagues. This meeting will cover
Opportunity to earn up to $75 for the upcoming summer! rules and other information, pass out schedules, and jerseys, and give you
the opportunity to meet the coach.
Youth Coaches: Volunteer to coach your child’s team and receive a
credit for the registration fee once the season has been completed! No Day: Tuesday
experience necessary! Date: September 4th
Referees: Earn some extra cash this fall and work as an Adult and/or Times: 5:30pm Football Coach Meeting
Youth sports referee! No experience required - must be able to commit 5:45-6:15pm Meet the Coach
to the entire season. Age 16 or older for youth/18 or older for adult 6:15pm Volleyball Coach Meeting
leagues. Contact us for more information! 6:30-7:00pm Meet the Coach
Location: Hermiston Community Center
Youth Flag Football
Coed recreational football league dedicated to skill development and Junior Football Clinics
child enjoyment. All equipment is provided. The season consists of 7 Participants will learn the fundamentals of football through fun games
weeks where there will be a 45 minute practice followed by a 45 minute designed to develop skills. They will be taught passing, running, catching,
game all on Saturdays. Volunteer coaches needed - coach will receive defense, and teamwork. Each week skill stations will be set up and the
credit of registration fee back to the account of payer upon completion children will rotate through them. Be sure to sign up early for this
of season = 1 child plays for free! + Splash Dollars! popular clinic.
Day: Saturdays Days: Saturdays
Dates: September 8th – October 20th Dates: September 8th – October 13th
Cost: $36 Resident Times: 9:30am - 10:15am (3 year olds)
$45 Non-Resident 10:30am - 11:15am (4 year olds)
$20 Black & Silver Jersey (If needed) 11:30am - 12:15pm (5 year olds)
Ages: 1st through 4th Grade Leagues 12:30pm - 1:15pm (Kindergarten)
Location: Theater Sports Park Cost: $27 Resident
Sign up Deadline: Friday, August 24th $34 Non-Resident
Youth Volleyball
Location: Theater Sports Park
Sign Up Deadline: Friday, August 24th
Our strong recreational volleyball program is dedicated to skill
development and enjoyment. Join us for this coed non-competitive
league. The season consists of seven weeks where there will be a 45
minute practice followed by a 45 minute game all on Saturdays.Volunteer
coaches needed - coach will receive credit of registration fee back to the
account of payer upon completion of season = 1 child plays for free! +
Splash Dollars!
Day: Saturdays
Dates: September 8th-October 20th
Cost: $36 Resident
$45 Non-Resident
$20 Black & Silver Jersey (If needed)
Ages: 3rd through 6th Grade Leagues
Location: Sandstone Middle School
Sign up Deadline: Friday, August 24th
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YOUTH SPORTS
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Gymnastics
Gymnastics Level 3
This gymnastics class is for children who have completed Level 2. The
Gymnastics Parent-Tot focuses are front handstand rolls, round offs, one-handed cartwheels,
splits, and unassisted handstands. This class also continues to work on
Help your child increase body control, motor skills, and creativity the skills introduced in Level 2.
through music and activities. Experience front rolls, straddle rolls, animal
walks, and tumbles. Share movement games, singing, and finger play while Day: Thursdays
bonding with your child. Parent and child participate together. Dates: Session 1: Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27
Days: Thursdays Session 2: Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25
Dates: Session 1: Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27 Session 3: Nov 1, 8, 15, Dec. 6
Session 2: Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 Times: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Session 3: Nov 1, 8, 15, Dec. 6 Cost: $30/Session Resident
Times: 4:45pm - 5:15pm $38/Session Non Resident
Cost: $25/Session Resident Ages: 6-13 years
$31/Session Non Resident Location: Hermiston Community Center
Ages: 2 years – 4 years Sign Up Deadline: One week prior to session start.
Location: Hermiston Community Center
Sign Up Deadline: One week prior to session start. Gymnastics Level 4
This gymnastics class is for children who have completed Level 3. The
Gymnastics Level 1 focuses are front handsprings, back kick-overs, front handstand rolls,
splits, and assisted handstands. This class also continues to work on the
This introduction to gymnastics focuses on straddle rolls, front rolls, skills introduced in Level 3.
back rolls, assisted handstands, overall body awareness, and more. All
fitness levels are welcome. All supplies are provided. Day: Thursdays
Day: Thursdays Dates: Session 1: Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27
Dates: Session 1: Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27 Session 2: Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25
Session 2: Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 Session 3: Nov 1, 8, 15, Dec. 6
Session 3: Nov 1, 8, 15, Dec. 6 Times: 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Times: 5:30pm - 6:15pm Cost: $30/Session Resident
Cost: $30/Session Resident $38/Session Non Resident
$38/Session Non Resident Ages: 6-13 years
Ages: 5-10 years Location: Hermiston Community Center
Location: Hermiston Community Center Sign Up Deadline: One week prior to session start.
Sign Up Deadline: One week prior to session start.
Gymnastics Level 2
This gymnastics class is for children who have completed Level 1. The
focuses are cartwheels, splits, and assisted handstands. This class also
continues to work on the skills introduced in Level 1.
Day: Thursdays
Dates: Session 1: Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27
Session 2: Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25
Session 3: Nov 1, 8, 15, Dec. 6
Times: 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Cost: $30/Session Resident
$38/Session Non Resident
Ages: 5-10 years
Location: Hermiston Community Center
Sign Up Deadline: One week prior to session start.
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YOUTH SPORTS
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Dance Class (NEW) Tennis Afterschool Zone
This is an introduction to very basic dance techniques and performance. TAZ uses tennis equipment that’s sized right for kids. We provide smaller
The class focuses on body awareness, self- control, hand-eye coordination, racquets and low-compression tennis balls to help your kids develop
and rhythmic awareness. Dance performance is at the end of each skills while having fun with new friends. Our TAZ curriculum combines
session. No additional costume costs are needed. fun activities with lessons in leadership, teamwork, and other important
Days: Thursdays concepts and principals. TAZ is the place to have fun, be active, and learn
to play tennis with friends. No previous tennis experience required!
Dates: Session 1: Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27
Session 2: Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 Question - contact Elece Fiocchi 509-221-0823 efiocchi@pnw.usta.com
Session 3: Nov 1, 8, 15, Dec. 6 Register: RecTennis.com/Hermiston
Times: 4:00pm-4:30pm Days: Tuesdays/Thursdays
Cost: $30/Session Resident Dates: September 18th – October 11th
$38/Session – Non-Resident Times: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages: 3-6 years Grades: K-5th
Location: Hermiston Community Center Cost: $64
Sign Up Deadline: One week prior to session start.
Location: Sunset Elementary Tennis Courts
(NEW) SuperTots Recreational Youth Basketball Leagues
By: Skyhawks Sports
Partnered with the Rip City Academy
SuperTots Sports Academy is a franchised child physical development
program that uses a variety of fun games to delight and engage kids in Recreational Basketball Leagues forming now! Sign up now so you don’t
physical and mental learning through various sports. The curriculum miss out on all the fun.The leagues will be separated by grade and gender.
is professionally designed to develop motor skills, promote physical Grades 1st-2nd will not keep score. All equipment is provided.Volunteer
fitness, create self confidence and prepare young children for sports. coaches needed. If interested in coaching, please contact Hermiston
It stresses a non-competitive environment and promotes fun above all Parks and Recreation. Schedules will be available at www.sportability.
else. See flyer on page 14 for more information com on December 28th.
Register: www.Supertotsports.com In an effort to enhance the basketball experience, Hermiston Recreation
has partnered with the Rip City Academy. This partnership includes a
Ages: 18 Mo. - 4 yrs free basketball clinic at the Moda Center on the Trail Blazer court and
Days: Wednesdays a free ticket to a selected Trail Blazer game. The Academy will host a
Dates: Session 1: Sept. 12 - Oct. 3 clinic for volunteer coaches to help bring a solid fundamental base to
your child.
Session 2: Oct 17 - Nov. 7
Times: 9:00am-9:50am - 18-24 months Day: Saturdays
Dates: January - March
10:00am - 10:50am 24-36 months
Grades: 1st-6th
11:00am - 11:50am 36 mo. - 4 yrs
Cost: $40 Resident
$50 Non-Resident
$20 Jersey (Black/Silver jersey)
Location: Hermiston School Gyms
Signup Deadlines: $5 Discount through November 30
Regular deadline: December 14th
$5 Late registration: December 16th-21st
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YOUTH SPORTS
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Kindergarten Basketball League Junior Basketball Clinics
Recreational Coed Basketball League designed to introduce Kindergarten Participants will learn the fundamentals of basketball through fun skill
aged youth to the rules of the game to prepare them for future leagues. based games.They will be taught passing, shooting, dribbling, defense, and
Gameday will consist of 30 minute practice followed by a 30 minute teamwork. Each week skill stations will be set up and the children will
game. Score will not be kept. All equipment is provided. Space is limited. rotate through them. Be sure to sign up early for this popular clinic.
Volunteer coaches needed. If interested in coaching, please contact
Hermiston Parks and Recreation. Schedules will be available at www. Days: Saturdays
sportability.com on December 28th. Dates: January - February
Day: Saturdays Times: 9:30am-10:15am (3 years old)
Dates: January - March 10:30am-11:15am (4 years old)
Grades: Kindergarten 11:30am-12:15pm (5 years old)
Cost: $40 Resident Cost: $30 Resident
$50 Non-Resident $38 Non-Resident
Location: Hermiston School Gyms
$20 Jersey (Black/Silver jersey)
Signup Deadline: Friday, December 15th
Location: Hermiston School Gyms
Signup Deadlines: $5 Discount through December 1st
Regular deadline: December 15th
$5 Late registration: December 16th-20th
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Beginning Violin Exploring Painting
by Inland NW Musicians By: Pendleton Art Center for the Arts
Participants will be instructed in playing the violin in a class environment. Enjoy some time after school exploring different painting techniques.
The class will be a one hour twice a week offering. The class will be Learn about marbling, watercolor techniques, and spend some time using
under the direction of R. Lee Friese, Music Director and Conductor of acrylic paints. Each class will feature a different project with room to
Inland Northwest Musicians along with an apprentice instructor Jacoby explore your own ideas and creativity. Join in on this fun, low-pressure
Merwin. If participant does not have a violin please contact Parks & way to practice your painting skills! No art experience necessary.
Recreation office, 541-667-5018. Supplies provided.
Days: Mondays/Wednesdays Instructor: Erica Edwards
Dates: September - November Days: Wednesdays
Times: 3:30pm-4:30pm Dates: Sept. 5 - 26
Cost: Rates are per monthly session Times: 4:00pm-5:30pm
$50 Resident Cost: FREE!!! Register online to confirm spot
$63 Non-Resident Ages: 13-17 years
Ages: 9+ Location: Hermiston Community Center
Scarywood Theme Park!
Location: Hermiston Community Center
Children’s Community Theater Robin Hood Join us for a trip to Scarywood! Scarywood is the Halloween themed
version of Silverwood. Trip includes transportation, admission and a sack
Sponsored by Desert Arts Council lunch. Group will depart from the Hermiston Community Center and
This is a great opportunity for youth to participate in a wonderful will spend 7pm-10:30pm at the park then return that evening. Please see
experience they will always remember. Not only will they learn stage the description for Scarywood here: www.scarywoodhaunt.com
presence, voice control, and acting techniques, but they will gain
confidence and friends as well. This class will rehearse for two months Day: Saturday
then they will perform the play “Robin Hood” for the community. See Dates: October 20th
the special events section for performance information. Times: 2:30pm-2:00am
Instructor: Jenny Walker Cost: $60
Days: Monday and Wednesdays Ages: 12-16 years
Dates: Sept. 24 - Nov. 17 Location: Silverwood Theme Park, Athol, ID
Laser Tag Night!
Times: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Cost: $30 Resident
$38 Non-Resident Laser tag, video games, food and fun - join us as we transform the
Community Center into a Laser Tag arena and have a night of fun and
Ages: 9-18 years games. 2 slices of pizza and a drink will be provided, kids can bring money
Location: Hermiston Community Center to purchase more.
Sign Up Deadline: Wednesday, September 19th Date: Friday, Nov. 9th
Times: 4:00pm-7:00pm
Parent Meeting: Sept. 24, 5:30pm (Mandatory)
Cost: $25
Upcycled Jewelry Making Ages:
Location:
12-16 years
Hermiston Community Center
By: Pendleton Art Center for the Arts
Toothbrushes, household hardware, plastic bottles, old crayons… we’ll
transform random objects into trendy jewelry pieces! You can also bring
Adventure Trip
in broken necklaces and bracelets to make something new. We will use Looking for something to do over winter break? Look no further! Join us
a combination of jewelry making supplies from the collection at the for a day trip, which will be filled with activities, food, and fun! We look
Pendleton Art Center and our own personal items to make bracelets, forward to escaping out of a room at Atomic Escape Rooms, jumping
charms and necklaces. All jewelry making supplies will be provided, at Get Air, and more! Snacks, dinner, and admission to activities are
bringing in extra objects of your own is optional but will make your new included. Space is very limited!
jewelry more unique. Date: December 27th
Days: Tuesdays Time: 1pm-7pm
Dates: Sept. 4 - 25 Cost: $50 Resident
Times: 4:00pm-5:30pm $63 Non-Resident
Cost: FREE!!! Register online to confirm spot Ages: 12-16 years
Ages: 13-17 years Location: Departing from Community Center
Location: Hermiston Community Center Sign up deadline: December 26th
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Fall Volleyball Leagues Adult Basketball Leagues
Hermiston Parks and Recreation is offering Adult Coed Competitive and Leagues are forming now. Captains must sign all players up on teams.
Recreational Volleyball Leagues. Captains must sign up all players. Roster Roster size is limited to 20 players per team. Post season single-
size is limited to 12 players. Postseason single elimination tournaments elimination tournaments will be included with each 8-week season.
will be included with each eight-week season. Must be 18, not a High Players must be 18, not a High School student and not playing college
School student and not playing volleyball in college. Limited team space basketball. Limited team space so sign up early.
- sign up early All Leagues:
Day: Sundays Dates: January - April
Dates: September - December
Cost: Team Fee $425
Cost: Team Fee - $150
Location: Hermiston High School Gold Gym
Ages: 18+ years
Sign Up Deadline: Friday, December 21st
Location: Hermiston High School Gold Gym
Sign up Deadline: Friday, August 24th Competitive League:
4 on 4 Coed Recreational League For competitive teams that care about winning and losing.
This league is purely recreational for teams that want to have fun playing Day: Sundays
volleyball. Ages: 18+ years
7’11 5/8” nets will be used. Recreation League: For teams out to have fun.
No Competitive League Players allowed. Day: Sundays
4 on 4 Coed Competitive League Ages: 18+ years
For teams that are competitive and care about winning and losing. 30+ League:
7’11 5/8” nets will be used. Day: Wednesdays
Ages: 30+ years
Adult Flag Football Leagues
Hermiston Parks and Recreation is offering USTFL Adult Flag Football
League. This league is 8 on 8 non-contact. Team captains must sign up all
Winter Volleyball Leagues
players. Roster size is limited to 20 players. Postseason single elimination Hermiston Parks and Recreation is offering Adult Coed Competitive and
tournaments will be included with each eight week season. Must be 18, Recreational Volleyball Leagues. Captains must sign up all players. Roster
not a High School student and not playing football in college. Limited size is limited to 12 players. Postseason single elimination tournaments
team space - sign up early will be included with each eight-week season. Must be 18, not a High
School student and not playing volleyball in college. Limited team space
Day: Saturdays - sign up early.
Dates: September - November Day: Sundays
Cost: $475 team fee Dates: January - May
Ages: 18+ years Cost: Team Fee - $160
Location: Field by Sunset Elementary Ages: 18+ years
Sign up Deadline: Friday, August 24th Location: Hermiston High School Gold Gym
Sign up Deadline: Friday, December 21st
4 on 4 Co-ed Recreational League
For teams looking to just have fun.
7’11 5/8” nets will be used.
No Competitive League Players allowed.
4 on 4 Co-ed Competitive League
For teams that care about winning and losing.
7’11 5/8” nets will be used.
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Harvest Moonlight Paddle DANCE Arizona 2-Step & 4-Step Swing (NEW!)
Hermiston Parks and Recreation has partnered with the rangers at Hat Learn two dances with just two feet!! The sequence of steps is the
Rock State Park to offer this unique experience to kayak under the light same for both Country 2-Step, which progresses around the outside of
of a full moon. This trip will paddle around the shores of the Columbia the dance floor, and 4-Step Swing, which stays in one place. Turns and
River under the enchanting night sky. Bring a headlamp to help illuminate patterns will be taught to fancy-up your moves in both dances. Song
your way. Glow sticks will help illuminate your kayak. Included is a bonfire favorites are those by George Strait, Alan Jackson, and Tim McGraw to
with harvest themed treats. name a few. Partner not required. Wear shoes that allow for ease in
Day: Friday taking turning steps.
Date: September 7th Instructor: April Dyntera
Time: 6:30PM Dates: October 3, 10, 17, 24
Cost: $30 Resident Day: Wednesdays
$38 Non-Resident Time: 6:15pm-7:15 pm
+$10 kayak rental (optional). Cost: $30 Residents
Ages: 14 and up (14-17 must come with an adult). $38 Non-Residents
Location: Meet at the main boat ramp parking lot Ages: 14 and older*
at Hat Rock State Park. *14-17 must have an adult participating or watching the class.
Sign-up Deadline: Friday, August 31st Location: Hermiston Library Basement
Sign Up Deadline: Wednesday, September 29th
DANCE West Coast Swing
The Number 1 swing dance for that “funky” music we all like. West Coast
Swing differs from other swing dances that are circular in appearance
because WCS is a slotted dance that relates to the tracks of a train. Song
suggestions include “The Thrill Is Gone” by B.B. King and “You Can Leave
Your Hat On” by Ty Herndon. Partner not required. Wear shoes that
allow for ease in taking turning steps.
Instructor: April Dyntera
Dates: October 3, 10, 17, 24
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 7:30pm-8:30pm
Cost: $30 Residents
$38 Non-Residents
Ages: 14 and older*
*14-17 must have an adult participating or watching the class.
Location: Hermiston Library Basement
Sign Up Deadline: Wednesday, September 29th
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Dog & Puppy Training Beginning Violin
By Paws Off Obedience by Inland NW Musicians
Create an obedient, loving companion through this training class that Participants will be instructed in playing the violin in a class environment.
introduces your dog to basic commands and a behavior foundation. You The class will be a one hour twice a week offering. The class will be
and your dog learn sit, down, sit stay, down stay commands.The class will under the direction of R. Lee Friese, Music Director and Conductor of
include recall, paws off, leave it, wait, place and even the correct way to Inland Northwest Musicians along with an apprentice instructor Jacoby
meet and greet other dogs with using demo dogs first. A Certificate of Merwin.
Completion will be awarded at the last class. Limited class size – register Days: Mondays/Wednesdays
early!
Dates: Begins Sept. 5th
Puppies: 0-6 months - must show proof of current vaccinations. Times: 3:30pm-4:30pm
Adult Dogs: 6 months and older - must show proof of current Cost: Rates are per monthly session
vaccinations. $50 Resident
Children can participate in the training class but must be supervised by $63 Non-Resident
a parent. Ages: 9+
Location: Hermiston Community Center
Instructor: Vionne Tricker
Day:
Date:
Saturdays
Aug 25 - Oct 6
Intermediate Violin
by Inland NW Musicians
(*No Class Sept 1)
Time: Puppy Class: 9:00am-10:00am Intermediate violin class for those who have previous playing experience
or have completed the Beginning Violin class. Instructor approval
Adult Class: 10:30am-11:30am required for entry.
Cost: $50 Residents Days: Mondays/Wednesdays
$63 Non-Residents Dates: September - November
Ages: 10 and older Times: 3:30pm-4:30pm
Location: Highland Hills Elementary Cost: Rates are per monthly session
$50 Resident
Sign Up Deadline: Friday Prior to Session
$63 Non-Resident
Casino Night
Ages: 9+
Location: Hermiston Community Center
Join us for a fun trip to the Wildhorse Casino. We will take care of
transportation and dinner reservations at the buffet leaving you to enjoy
your time having fun! Departing from the Harkenrider Center we will
head to the casino then meet up for dinner and head back in the evening.
Bring your friends for this fun event!
Day: Tuesday
Date: October 16th
Time: 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Cost: $20
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City of Hermiston 2018 Fall Parks & Recreation Guide 11SPECIAL EVENTS
Visit us online at www.hermistonrecreation.com
Dedication - Harkenrider Senior Activity Center
Join us for the dedication of the new Harkenrider Senior Activity Center!
Tour the new facility and what it will have to offer.
Day: Saturday
Dates: September 8th
Times: 1:00pm
Cost: Free
Location: 255 NE 2nd St.
Treats on Main and Beyond
Sponsored by Rogers Toyota of Hermiston
Come join us for a safe and fun Trick-or-Treat activity on Main Street.
Participating businesses will have signs in their windows inviting you in
to collect treats from them. Work your way around Downtown Main
Street by following the specially marked pumpkins. Afterwards, join us at
the Hermiston Community Center for carnival games, bounce houses,
haunted house, giant pumpkin, prizes, and much more for all ages.
Opportunities for volunteering are available.
Day: Tuesday
Dates: October 31st
Times: 3pm-5pm Festival Street
4pm-7pm Community Center
Cost: Free
Location: Festival Street and Community Center
Hermiston’s Community Theater Presents:
Robin Hood
Support our local thespians and enjoy this production: Robin Hood, the
outlaw of Sherwood Forest, leads a merry life with his followers. Anyone
who is hungry or who has no place to live is welcome in the greenwood.
Pancakes with Santa
Sponsored by Rogers Toyota of Hermiston
The citizens of the forest oppose wicked Prince John. He’s taken the
place of King Richard the Lion-Hearted, who has gone to the Holy Land Ho Ho Ho, Santa is hungry and he wants to share his favorite breakfast
on a crusade. One day a caravan cuts through the wood. In the convoy with you, pancakes! Come enjoy a wonderful holiday breakfast with
is Robin’s childhood sweetheart, Maid Marian, ward of King Richard. Santa. Breakfast will be pancakes and sausage with delicious toppings
Alas, the evil Lady Merle of Cornwall plans to force Marian to marry that you can use to decorate your pancakes. Included with breakfast will
the Prince in an effort to make John more acceptable to the people of be photos with Santa. This will be an experience you and your family will
England. To arms! It’s up to Robin to stop the marriage, defeat a nasty not want to miss.Tickets must be purchased in advance. Seats are limited.
sheriff and secure Nottingham for the king’s return. Day: Saturday
Performance #1 Nov. 16 (6:30pm) Date: December 22nd
Performance #2 Nov. 17 (2:00pm) Time: 9:30am-11:30am
Performance #3 Nov. 17 (6:00pm)
Location: Hermiston Community Center Tickets: $8 for children ages 2-15
Cost: $10 Adults/$5 Students per show $10 for ages 16 and older.
$25 Adults/$12 for all 3 shows $30 for a family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children / extra
children $5 ea.)
Community Tree Lighting Celebration Location:
Deadline:
Hermiston Community Center
Dec.19th or until tickets are sold out.
Join us for our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony! We will have music, hot
chocolate and a campfire.Vendors will be on hand with food and holiday
treats. Don’t miss this great community event to kick off the holiday
season. This is a free event for the community. Instructors Wanted
Day: Thursday Have you ever considered sharing your talent or passion with others?
Hermiston Parks & Recreation is looking for instructors to teach new
Date: December 6 programs to our community. All program proposals are welcome! For
Time: 6:00pm more information, contact Brandon Artz, bartz@hermiston.or.us or
Location: Festival Street, Downtown Hermiston submit a program proposal form found here: bit.ly/HPRDNewProgram
12 2018 Fall Parks & Recreation Guide City of HermistonDeportes y Actividades
Visit us online at www.hermistonrecreation.com
Liga de Bandera de Futbol para Jóvenes Gimnasia / Baile
Liga de fútbol recreativo Coed dedicada al desarrollo de habilidades y Días: Jueves
diversión infantile.Todo el equipo esta proporcionado. Práctica y partidas Fechas: Sesión 1: 6, 13, 20, 27 de Septiembre,
son los sábados.
Sesión 2: 4, 11, 18, 25 de Octubre
Día: Sábados
Fechas: 8 de Septiembre - 20 de Octubre Sesión 3: 1, 8, 15 de Noviembre, y 6 de Diciembre
Costo: $36 Residente Costo: $30/Sesión Residente
$45 no residentes $38/Sesión No Residente
$20 Jersey (si es necesario) Localización: Centro Comunitario de Hermiston
Edades: Grado 1 a 4 Baile: 3:45pm -4:15pm
Localización: Parke de Theatre Sports Gymnastics Parent-Tot: 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Último día de inscripciónes:Viernes, 24 de Agosto Gimnasia Nivel 1: 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Voleibol juvenil
Gimnasia Nivel 2: 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Gimnasia Nivel 3: 6:15pm - 7:00pm
Nuestro fuerte programa de voleibol está dedicado al desarrollo de Gimnasia Nivel 4: 6:15pm - 7:00pm
habilidades y diversión. Todo el equipo esta proporcionado. Práctica y
partidas son los Sábados.
Día: Sábados Zona Extracurricular de Tenis
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Costo: $36 Residente Días: Martes/Jueves
$45 no residentes Fechas: 18 de Septiembre al 11 de Octubre
$20 Jersey (si es necesario) Horario: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Edades: Grado 3 a 6 Grados: K-5th
Localización: Escuela Intermedia de Sandstone Costo: $64
Último día de inscripciónes:Viernes, 24 de Agosto Localización: Pistas de Tenis de la Escuela Primaria de Sunset
Conocer al Entrenador! Ligas Recreativas de Basketball Juvenil
Día: Sábados
Esta es una reunión para padres y entrenadores de niños que participan
en las ligas juveniles de Futbol o voleibol juvenil. Esta reunión cubrirá las Fechas: Enero al Marzo
reglas y otra información, se entregara calendarios y camisetas, y le dará Grados: 1-6
la oportunidad de conocer al entrenador. Costo: $40 Residente
Día: Martes $50 no residentes
Fecha: 4 de Septiembre $20 Camiseta (Camiseta negro / plateado)
Horario: 5:30pm - 6:00pm Fútbol Juvenil Localización: Gimnasios de las Escuelas de Hermiston
6:15pm - 6:45pm Voleibol Juvenil Inscripciónes: Descuento de $5 hasta el 1 de Diciembre
Localización: Centro Comunitario de Hermiston Inscripciónes Regulares: del 2 al 15 de Diciembre
$5 Cobro para Inscripción Tardes: del 16 al 20 de Diciembre
Clínicas de Fútbol Juveniles
Los participantes aprenderán los fundamentos del fútbol a través de
divertidos juegos diseñados para desarrollar habilidades.
Ligas de Basketball de Kinder
Día: Sábados
Días: Sábados Fechas: Enero al Marzo
Fechas: 8 de Septiembre - 13 de Octubre Grados: Kinder
Horario: 9:30am - 10:15am (3 años) Costo: $40 Residente
10:30am - 11:15am (4 años) $50 no residentes
11:30am - 12:15pm (5 años) $20 Camiseta (Camiseta negro / plateado)
12:30pm - 1:15pm (Kindergarten) Localización: Escuela Primaria de Desert View
Costo: $27 Residente Inscripciónes: Descuento de $5 hasta el 1 de Diciembre
$34 No residente Inscripciónes Regulares: del 2 al 15 de Diciembre
Localización: Parke de Theatre Sports
$5 Cobro para Inscripción Tardes: del 16 al 20 de Diciembre
Último día de Inscripciónes:Viernes, 24 de Agosto
City of Hermiston 2018 Fall Parks & Recreation Guide 13HERMISTON PARKS
& RECREATION
SuperTots Sports Academy provides sport-based development programs where children discover and develop athletic, motor, and social
skills. SuperTots’ curriculum is specificially designed to promote development along side a healthy, active lifestyle.
FALL 2018
(course) (dates) (days) (time) (ages) (fee) (location)
Multi-Sport: Soccer, Baseball, Basketball
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structured environment with lots of encouragement and a focus on fun. All games and activities are designed to allow campers
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The Arc advocates to enhance the dignity,
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The Arc Mission: the
The Arc opportunities,
advocates andexpand
to enhance the dignity, protect the and
the opportunities,
rights of individuals with intellectual and
protect the rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental
disabilities and their families.
April 23:
developmental disabilities and their families.
Bowling Tourn
Chicken September April 26:
April 23: 25thBowling Tournament
Activity Night 5:30 to 6:30 Activity Night
Strip Basket Aprilpm26: Activity Night 6pm
October 28th Halloween Party 2:00 to 3:30
Blizzard April 30:
pm—cost
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person
November 18th Potato Bar Fundraising event
May5:0031: pm to Activity
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Coffee with Cin
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May 31: Activity Night
December
June 13-25: 16th Summer
Christmas Party
Inclusion 2:00—3:30
Activity Program
pm includes Gift Exchange ($5 maximum)
June 18:22nd 2019
January Epilepsy Walk Night 5:30 to 6:30
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June 13-25: Summer Inclus
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• Stress Management April 30: Coffee with Cindy 9:30am-11:00am
• Diabetes Education
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Check out pages 24-26 for complete listings
Contact The Arc for questions and registration.
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City of Hermiston 2018 Fall Parks & Recreation Guide 17Family Health
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18 2018 Fall Parks & Recreation Guide City of HermistonChoose the Right Care
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City of Hermiston 2018 Fall Parks & Recreation Guide 19Adult Education Opportunities
Parenting Education Classes and Workshops
Parenting Education classes are supported by the Oregon Parenting Education Collaborative and funded
by the Oregon Community Foundation. Classes are open to all community members. To get more
details on these and other classes, visit our website at www.umchs.org, and click on the Parent Education
Opportunities logo. You must pre-register for all classes. Please call 541-564-6878 to get more details.
Hermiston: Cooking Matters for Child Care Professionals (5
session class in Spanish and no childcare)
Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors September 18th, 20th, 24th, 26th, and 28th.
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Abriendo Puertas is a 10 week series that focuses on real life
family experiences designed to build leadership and advocacy United Methodist Church, 191 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston, Or.
skills in parents to increase critical childhood knowledge and Contact: Mary Lou Gutierrez @ 541-667-6172
literacy. Parents feel comfortable sharing their stories that make
Pasos al Exito (Steps to Success)
a difference in their parenting skills and community engagement
with great outcomes. This class builds the financial literacy and economic development
capacity of Latino micro-entrepreneur in rural Oregon. Two part
Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors – (10 sessions, in
participation. It start with financial literacy and the second part
Spanish)
will How to Start Your Own Business at Home. This class is been
October 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, November 6th, 13th, 20th, sponsored by Rural Development Initiative. There is a FREE 5
27th, December 4th. week training which includes materials, child care and dinner.
5:30 – 7:30 pm
Pasos al Éxito (Steps to Success) – (5 session class in
Hermiston Center for School Readiness Spanish)
502 W. Standard Avenue, Building B, Hermiston, Or. August 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th.
Contact: Mary Lou Gutierrez @ 541-667-6172 5:30 – 9:00 pm
Circle of Parents United Methodist Church, 191 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston, Or.
Circle of Parents is an Evidence Based Parent Support Group Contact: Mary Lou Gutierrez @ 541-667-6172
curriculum and is offered twice a month in Hermiston. These “Wiring Connections from Birth to Adulthood”
sessions provide a place for parents to gather and share parenting This session focuses on brain development and how those
experiences in a safe, fun environment. Caregivers support one connections are made and the difference you make. It will cover
another as they problem solve a variety of family issues that all the answers to the questions below:
continue to be a barrier. Target audience is those parents who
• What does it mean?
have completed an EBP but still want parenting supports.
• Why is it important?
Circle of Parents Support Group (free on going meetings)
• How does it work?
2nd and 4th Thursday of each month
• Who does it effect?
5:30 – 7:30 pm with dinner 5:30 – 6:30
“Wiring Connections from Birth to Adulthood”
Hermiston Center for School Readiness
September 15th and October 18th in Spanish
502 W. Standard Ave., Building C, Hermiston, Or.
5:30 – 7:30 pm
Contact: Kim Ables @ 541-667-6091
Hermiston Center for School Readiness
Cooking Matters for Child Care Professionals
502 W. Standard Avenue, Building B, Hermiston, Or.
This class is focused in helping child care providers improve the Contact: Mary Lou Gutierrez @ 541-667-6172
quality of food kids eat away from home, engaging providers and
children to participatory cooking lessons, and empower providers
to provide nutritious meals and teach healthy eating habits to the
children in their care.
20 2018 Fall Parks & Recreation Guide City of HermistonAdult Education Opportunities
Parenting Challenges – “Are You Pulling Your Hair Cooking Matters
Out?” Cooking Matters is a 6 week series focuses how to prepare healthy
As we all know when babies are born they do not come with an meals on a budget. Parents are given information on nutrition,
instructional manual. So as babies are developing and growing, budgeting, label reading, and how to calculate unit prices. Each
so are parents. This session is focused on: * increasing positive session involves preparing a meal. Every participant leaves the
parenting practices, * lowering parenting stress, * and adding tools session with a bag of grocery items to prepare at home. UMCHS
to your “Parent Tool Box”. is the satellite partner for Cooking Matters through the Oregon
“Are You Pulling Your Hair Out?” Food Bank.
November 17th and December 20th in Spanish Cooking Matters (6 week cooking class)
5:30 – 7:30 pm Tuesday – September 18th, 25th, October 2nd, 9th, 16th, and
Hermiston Center for School Readiness 23rd.
502 W. Standard Avenue, Building B, Hermiston, Or. 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Contact: Mary Lou Gutierrez @ 541-667-6172 Heppner Daycare Center, 330 Gale St., Heppner, Or.
Contact: Kathy Cutsforth @ 541-541-676-5429
Heppner
Cooking Matters Volunteer Training
Learning Picnics
Umatilla Morrow Head Start has partnered with Oregon Food
The Learning Picnics focus on the pre-literacy skills: vocabulary, Bank’s Nutrition Education Program to offer Cooking Matters™,
alphabet knowledge, alphabet awareness, narrative skills, a national program that empowers families at risk of hunger with
phonological awareness, print motivation, print awareness. The the knowledge, skills, and confidence to prepare healthy, delicious,
purpose of the Learning Picnics is to bring caregivers and their and affordable meals. Skills emphasized include:
children together to “play with a purpose”. The sessions are to
extend literacy skills so that all children are entering kindergarten • Cooking
with the skills necessary to begin learning. Each session has an • Nutrition
array of materials including puzzles, books, drama, music, blocks, • Food Budgeting
building supplies etc. At the end of the series, one lucky family has • Kitchen Safety
the opportunity to win a children’s library of 30 new books to Umatilla Morrow Head Start seeks volunteer accomplished
take home chefs, nutritionists, and home cooks to teach nutrition education
Literacy Learning Picnic (free literacy activities and books) courses throughout the Umatilla and Morrow counties.
Tuesday – July 24th, 31st, August 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th. No experience needed. Please help us bring this to our
5:00 – 7:00 pm communities… YOU ARE NEEDED!
Heppner Daycare Center, 330 Gale St., Heppner, Or. UPCOMING VOLUNTEER TRAINING:
Contact: Kathy Cutsforth @ 541-541-676-5429 September 24th 8:30-12:30 PM
@ 502 W. Standard Ave. (Next to Rocky Heights Elementary)
Hermiston, Oregon 97838
For more information or to register contact:
Mary Lou Gutierrez @ 541-667-6172 or mgutierr@umchs.
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22 2018 Fall Parks & Recreation Guide City of HermistonHermiston Public Library
Ongoing programs
Hermiston Public library likes to offer infant, toddler, pre-school, school age, teen, and family programs. With the
help of our community we are able to offer these programs at no charge. Changes, additions, or cancellations
will be announced on the library’s web calendar that can be accessed from www.hermistonlibrary.us.
Ongoing Programs p.m. meeting held at the library every third Wednesday of February, May,
August, and November.
The library’s Teen Advisory Council and Teen Book Club meet Baby & Me is held every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Entrance is through
the second Monday of every month during the school year. Teens help the back of the library. Take either the stairs or the elevator. This
plan events, enjoy snacks, and meet other local teens. We also provide wonderful program is aimed for infants from birth to 18 months. We
teens with a special monthly event that can be anything from trivia invite you to come and have a fun time with your child and meet other
challenges to rolling a cabbage across the room with your head to win parents.
a prize! Teens from the advisory council are encouraged to choose
library materials for purchase that they feel appeal to local teens of our Learn & Play is for 19 months to ages up to 4 years old.This program
community. All teens in grades 6-12 are welcome to attend. is designed to engage children and get them excited about music, improve
their fine and gross motor skills through movement, and spark their
Yarn Club is open to all and meets every Thursday at 5:30 p.m. and creativity while supporting early literacy development. This program is
every Saturday at 10:00 a.m. held at the same time and day as the Baby & Me program.
Photography Club: Meet the second Tuesday of each month at 5:30, Story times are held at the library at 11:15 a.m. on Wednesdays and
please call ahead sometimes they schedule a photo walk. repeated on Fridays at 10:15 a.m. Story time includes reading books,
Bookminders, our adult book club, meets on the second Wednesday doing finger plays, and completing a short craft. Each week there is a
of the month at the Pheasant Restaurant at 1:30 a.m. different theme.
Writers Group: Meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Each month we provide different Monthly Reading Challenges.
This group is geared for ages 18 and up. Please check our library website, or Facebook to see what the current
Friends of the Library: Hermiston Public Library has an active monthly challenge is.
friends group. If you are interested in more information about what they Adult, children and teen programs are scheduled throughout the year.
do for the library or how you can become a member call or stop by Check our web site for details at www.hermistonlibrary or call us at
the library anytime. You are also welcome to attend their quarterly 6:00 541 567 2882
City of Hermiston 2018 Fall Parks & Recreation Guide 23Good Shepherd Medical Center
Activities and Classes
Classes & Events Classes & Events Classes & Events
FREE Flu Shot Clinic: ACT- Achieve, Conquer, Thrive Living Well with Chronic Pain:
Stop by and get your FREE flu vaccination! Program: If you are living with chronic pain (not
Available for all ages. This 6 month lifestyle change program will associated with cancer), attend this workshop
Date: Saturday, Oct 20 help you achieve your health goals! Registered to learn about tools for dealing with
Dietitian Nutritionists will help you will learn fatigue and sleep, balancing activity and rest,
Times: 9am-2pm
how to make healthy food and activity choices communicating about your pain, and more. Six
Place: Good Shepherd conference rooms 1 & each and every day. Program includes 9 FREE weekly sessions; attend alone or with
2 weekly group classes, individual appointments support person.
Info: Call the GS Education Dept at 541-667- for 2-3 months and a follow-up group class. Dates: Tuesdays, Nov 6 thru Dec 11
3509 or email at healthinfo@gshealth.
Dates: New classes start Sep 10 thru Times: 2:30-5:00pm
org
Nov 12 Place: Good Shepherd Medical Office Plaza,
Family Health & Fitness Day: Times: 5:30 pm meeting room 1 (downstairs)
FREE health & wellness event for everyone Fees: $116, thanks to a grant from Good Info / Pre-register: Call 541-667-3509 or
in the family! Health screenings, activities, Shepherd covering 90% of costs (Total email: healthinfo@gshealth.org
demonstrations, workshops, access to program value $980). Payment plans
community resources, and safety education for
Lunch & Learns:
available.
all ages and all FREE! Join us for these FREE, informative and
Info / Register: Diabetes and Nutrition popular lunch & learn series covering various
Date: Saturday, Sep 22 Center @ 541-667-3517 topics focusing on healthy living. Bring your
Times: 9am-2pm Living Well With Chronic lunch and your questions!
Place: Hermiston High School Conditions: Date/Topic: Call for specific topics,
Info: Call the GS Education Dept at 541-667- Diagnosed with a chronic condition such as dates and location
3509 or email at healthinfo@gshealth. high blood pressure, heart disease, arthritis, Times: 12:00-1:00pm
org depression, or another long-term health Place: GSMC conference rooms
Falls Prevention condition? Make a step-by-step plan to Info: Call 541-667-3509 or email: healthinfo@
improve your health…and your life. Six FREE gshealth.org
FREE Workshop: Aging can make balance and
weekly classes, for patients, caregivers/support
coordination more difficult, leading to falls.
person or both. Pre-registration required. Active Stress Management:
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the common reasons people fall, how the Dates: Tuesdays, Sep 25 thru Oct 30 Managing stress effectively can add years
brain is involved, and how to improve balance Times: 2:30-5:00pm to your life. This FREE workshop will teach
and coordination! FREE workshop—everyone Place: Good Shepherd Medical Office Plaza, you: the good and bad types of stress, how
welcome! Pre-registration helpful but not meeting room 1 (downstairs) stress impacts your body, how to avoid stress
required. Info / Pre-register: Call 541-667-3509 or triggers, ways to interrupt your body’s stress
Dates: Saturday, Nov 10 or Dec 8 email: healthinfo@gshealth.org response, and techniques to reduce stress in
Times: 10am-noon the long term. End the session by practicing
Living Well with Diabetes: stress management techniques like meditation,
Place: Good Shepherd Conference Rooms 1 &
Whether this is a new diagnosis or not, this yoga, and progressive relaxation. Attend one
2
class will assist you with learning more about or all three sessions! For ages 16+. Pre-
Instructors: Helena Wolfe, Sharon diabetes and its effect on your mind and body. registration required.
Waldern, Jaime Crowell Six FREE weekly classes. Attend alone or with Dates / Times:
Info: Call GSMC Education Dept: 541-667- support person.
3509 or email: healthinfo@gshealth.org Tuesday Oct 2: 5:30pm-6:30pm
Dates: Thursdays, Oct 4 thru Nov 8 Tuesday Oct 9: 12:15pm- 12:50pm
Times: 2:30—5:00pm Tuesday Oct 16: 5:30-6:30pm
Place: Good Shepherd Medical Office Plaza, Place: Call 541-667-3509 for specific location
meeting room 1 (downstairs)
Info / Registration: Register before Sept
Info / Pre-register: Call 541-667-3509 or 30. Email instructor Jaime Crowell:
email: healthinfo@gshealth.org jcrowell@gshealth.org
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