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The
GUIDE
Summer 2022
POOLS
OPEN
MAY 28
GARDENS
PROVIDE BEAUTY,
EXERCISE,
MEDITATION
MEET YOU THERE! PARKS.SNCO.US 785.251.6800
TABLE OF CONTENTS THIS SUMMER ISSUE
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PRINT ISSUE OF THE
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1 2022 Summer Events Future information on
programs, sports leagues
and special events will be
PROGRAMS sent via:
• A bi-weekly enewsletter
2022
2 Preschool
will be sent to park
4 Youth patrons highlighting
6 Adult key events, programs WINTER/SPRING
EVENTS
and registration dates.
7 Senior
Email futureparks.snco.
8 Fitness & Wellness us with the subject
11 Sports line “newsletter” to
subscribe.
13 Special Events
• Information in The JUNE 4 JUNE 21
13 Adaptive Recreation Guide is also available
14 Community Center Room at parks.snco.us. DOGGIE DATE NIGHT NATIONAL GO
and Gym Rentals
Evergy Plaza
Join us for a date night with your
SKATEBOARDING DAY
SHAWNEE COUNTY PARKS + RECREATION VISION: CAMPGROUND
dog downtown at the Evergy Plaza
Mousetrap Skate Park
15 Specialty/Summer Camps To provide an innovative parks and recreation system All campground fees are non-refundable including unused
Go Skateboarding Day is celebrated JULY 4
that consistently exceeds community expectations. reservations. and enjoy food, drinks, activities and
16 Aquatics annually on June 21. Skateboarding is a
SHAWNEE COUNTY PARKS + RECREATION MISSION:
Inspire active and healthy lifestyles through a diverse
SCHOLARSHIPS
“Our vision for programming is to reach out to people
vendors! Family and Dog Friendly
Time: Sat. 5-7 p.m.
recreational activity and an action sport SPIRIT OF KANSAS
system of parks, facilities, programs and people. of all ages to encourage them to experience parks and that involves riding a skateboard and Lake Shawnee
Fee: Free
recreation facilities through well-designed programs that performing tricks. For questions call Spirit of Kansas Blues Festival
DEPARTMENTS REFUND POLICY AND PROCEDURE
It is the intention of Shawnee County Parks + Recreation
to offer a refund and/or account credit for participants
create a lifetime of memories.”
Shawnee County Parks + Recreation provides a wide JUNE 4 Oakland Community Center 251-6953.
Age: 6+
Capitol Federal® Fireworks Display
5 Volunteer! who qualify and meet the requirements. All refunds will
be issued via check in accordance with the County’s
variety of recreation opportunities for youth, yet not
all families are able to afford the fees for participation 5K WATER WALK Time: 6-8 p.m. JULY 16
7 Shawnee Yacht Club Treasurer’s bill paying schedule. There are no cash refunds.
Programs may be combined or canceled due to
in our programs. A youth scholarship program has
been designed to assist those who meet the financial
guidelines as set forth. Scholarship approval is good
SUMMER KICKOFF Fee: $5
3RD ANNUAL
9 Fitness Pass insufficient enrollment. A full refund or SCP+R credit
will be issued for programs, sports leagues or shelter
from Feb. 1, 2022 to Jan. 31, 2023. Forms are posted at
parks.snco.us or call 785-251-8600.
Shawnee North Family
Aquatic Center
JULY SUNFLOWER AQUATHON
10 Kossover Tennis Center Shawnee North Family
reservations canceled by SCP+R.
SPORTS LEAGUES/CLINICS, PROGRAMS, Join us for our third summer of 5K PARK AND Aquatic Center
11 Parks For All Foundation Any account with an outstanding balance will have the
requested refund amount applied to that balance. If
CAMPS AND ROOM RENTALS
Refunds will be issued with a 20 percent cancellation fee
Water Walks. Walk 23 laps against the
current in the Lazy River.
RECREATION MONTH Three hours of back to back Aquatic
12 Shawnee County Trails requested refund amount exceeds the outstanding balance, if canceled by participant at least 14 days prior to start Join us in a month-long celebration of Fitness classes!
a refund will be issued. date. Cancellations less than 14 days prior to start date Time: 7:15-9 p.m.
16 West Lawn will receive a 50 percent SCP+R credit. Shawnee County Parks + Recreation Time: 9 a.m.-Noon
Fee: $15
Memorial Gardens
CANCELLATION and everything we have to offer! Visit Fee: $20 (includes event t-shirt)
Programs may be combined or canceled due to SHELTER AND OTHER FACILITY RENTALS
insufficient enrollment. A full refund or account credit Refunds will be issued with a 20 percent cancellation fee parks.snco.us.
15 Golf Courses will be issued for programs, sports leagues or shelter for rentals canceled by the participant at least 30 days prior JUNE 5-JULY 21 JULY 8-24
18 Great Overland Station
reservations canceled by SCP+R. Credit card refunds can
only be processed if program was canceled by SCP+R.
to the reservation date. Cancellations fewer than 30 days
prior to the reservation date will receive a 50 percent SCP+R GAGE PARK SUMMER JULY 2
SUNFLOWER STATE
CONCERT SERIES
credit. Cancellations with fewer than 60 days prior to the
19 Facility Rentals SPORTS LEAGUES AND CLINICS, PROGRAMS, ROOM RENTALS
Refunds will be issued with a 20 percent cancellation
reservation date will receive a 50 percent account credit. No
refund will be issued if cancellation is less than seven days
PATRIOTIC AQUA GAMES
20 Old Prairie Town
fee if canceled by participant at least 21 days prior to the
program start date. Cancellations less than 21 days prior
prior to the reservation date. All reservation transfers shall
follow the conditions of this policy. Transfers to a lower-priced
Gage Park Amphitheatre
(See schedule on Page 22)
BOOT CAMP www.sunflowergames.com
to the start date will receive a 50 percent account credit. shelter shall not yield a refund. Celebrate your strength with this
22 Gage Park Concert Series intense water boot camp program.
Account credit shall be utilized within 12 months.
CAMPGROUND JUNE 6, 20 AUG. 7
22 Regional Parks All fitness levels welcome.
SHELTER RENTALS, GREAT OVERLAND STATION AND OLD
PRAIRIE TOWN/WARD-MEADE
All campground fees are non-refundable, including any
unused reservations.
CONCERTS IN Time: 9 a.m.-Noon 5K/10K END OF
23 The Kansas Children’s
Discovery Center
Refunds will be issued with a 20 percent cancellation
fee for rentals canceled by the participant at least 60
days prior to the reservation. Cancellations less than
REFUND REQUEST
A Refund Request Form must be completed. Form is THE PARK SERIES Fee: $15 includes an event t-shirt. SUMMER WATER WALK
23 laps in Lazy River for 5K/46 laps
24 Topeka Zoo
60 days prior to the reservation date will receive a 50 available at parks.snco.us or by calling 785-251-6800. Garfield Park
percent account credit. No account credit will be issued for 10K
if cancellation is less than seven days of reservation. Any Send completed forms to: North Topeka Community Band
Time: 9 a.m.-Noon
25 Directory shelter transfer shall follow the refund policy. Transfers Shawnee County Parks + Recreation, 3137 SE 29th St., (See schedule on Page 22)
to a lower price shelter shall not yield a refund. Account Topeka, KS 66605-1885 Fee: $15 includes event shirt
credit shall be utilized within 12 months. ATTN: Accounts Receivable or email: prrefunds@snco.us
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PROGRAMS
Tumbling 1 Pre-K Play Dough
Basic movement and coordination. SPORTY SPROUTS SERIES Play dough is a wonderful sensory and
Increases flexibility and motor skills. learning experience for children. Play
Children will develop new skills in a Recreational sports clinics provide a dough also helps develop hand muscles
supportive, social environment. great way to introduce preschoolers to to improve fine motor skills. As your
Age: 3-5 yrs. a variety of activities that encourage an child shapes the play dough into a ball
Fee: $30 active healthy lifestyle. Clinic instructors or a snake, they’re thinking creatively.
will provide a safe, positive environment Participants will mix up their very own
Crestview Community Center 251-6960 for kids to work on new skills. Good play dough!
Date: April 16-May 14, May 21-June 25 Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956
PRESCHOOL (No class June 28), July 16-Aug. 13
sportsmanship and team building
are emphasized. An adult is required Age: 3-6 yrs.
Time: Sat. 9:30-10 a.m. to participate with the child during Date: Aug. 2
PRESCHOOL SUMMER FUN Shawnee North Community Center
instruction time. Time: 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Fee: $12
Age: 3-5 yrs.
This is a recreational preschool program 251-6900 Fee: $15
that provides 3-5 year olds a socially Date: May 16-June 20 Zumba Kids Jr.
and emotionally supportive hands-on (No class May 30), T-Ball
environment. Children will engage in large July 11-Aug. 8 A fun and energy-packed dance fitness
and fine motor skill development through Time: Mon. 5:30-6 p.m. This class teaches baseball/softball class for kids only. Develop creativity,
arts and crafts, stories, games and play. fundamentals such as hitting, running, build confidence and spatial awareness.
Each week will focus on a different theme. Date: May 19-June 16, July 14-Aug. 11 throwing and fielding. Sporty Sprouts is A great part of an active lifestyle.
A daily snack will be provided. Children Time: Thur. 5:30-6 p.m. a place for kids to enjoy socializing and Crestview Community Center 251-6960
must be fully potty trained and able to meeting new friends while learning T-ball Age: 4-6 yrs.
take care of bathroom needs. Dance 1 skills. An adult is required to participate Date: April 16-May 14, May 21-June 25
Age: 3-5 yrs. with the child during instruction time. (No class May 28), July 16-Aug. 13
Time: Mon.-Thur. 9-11 a.m. Develop coordination, rhythm and basic Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Time: Sat. 11:15 a.m.-Noon
Fee: $40 ballet and tap moves that will support Date: July 14-28 Fee: $30
large motor skills in an active supportive Time: Thur. 5:45-6:30 p.m.
Children’s Party House environment. Shawnee North
Age: 3-5 yrs. Soccer Preschool Summer Series
Gage Park 251-6800 Fee: $30
June 6-9 - Ready, Set, Go Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Preschoolers will learn basic soccer This art program is designed to let
June 13-16 - Under the Big Top Date: April 16-May 14, May 21-June 25 skills such as dribbling, passing and preschoolers indulge their creativity.
June 27-30 - Creepy Crawlies (No class May 28), scoring. This is a great way to introduce Working with art materials will help
July 11-14 - Pirates at Play July 16-Aug. 13 your child to soccer. This clinic is a develop hand muscles to aid in fine
July 18-21 - Under the Sea Time: Sat. 10:15-11 a.m. place for kids to enjoy socializing and motor development.
July 25-28 - Knight and Princess meeting new friends. Shawnee North Co\mmunity Center
Shawnee North Community Center Garfield Community Center 251-6950 251-6900
Toddler Open Rec 251-6900 Date: Aug. 24- Sept. 7 Age: 3-5 yrs.
Date: May 16-June 20 Time: Wed. 6-6:45 p.m. Fee: $15
Preschoolers will get a chance to (No class May 30), Time: Mon. 10-10:45 a.m.
develop large and fine motor skills July 11-Aug. 8 Yard Sports
PROGRAM GOALS REGISTRATION while socializing with peers. Adults Time: Mon. 6:15-7 p.m. HANDPRINT ART
bringing participants can help provide a Preschoolers will be able to socialize Date: June 6-27 (No class June 20)
Shawnee County Parks + Recreation Choose from one of the many supportive environment for exploration and play some popular yard games. Preschooler’s handprints will be used to
Date: May 19-June 16, July 14-Aug. 11
programs are developed with several classes, activities, sports of new activities. Equipment provided. Time: Thur. 6:15-7 p.m. They will learn basic concepts and create unique keepsake art.
goals in mind: or other programs offered Age: 3-5 yrs. techniques for each game.
• SCP+R strives to promote a healthy through Shawnee County Date: Ongoing Shawnee North Community Center CLAY PLAY
active lifestyle through program Parks + Recreation and Fee: Free 251-6900 Date: July 11-25
activities and choices. we’ll make it easy for you to Date: June 7-June 21 Preschoolers will have fun forming and
• Participants develop new skills and register! Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Time: Tues. 6-6:45 p.m. molding different types of clay to create
abilities. Time: Wed.10 a.m.-Noon their masterpieces.
Oakland Community Center 251-6953
• Staff and instructors provide an • To register online, go to Date: Aug. 11-25
emotionally supportive, positive parks.snco.us and click the
Oakland Community Center 251-6953 COLLAGE CREATIONS
Time: Mon. 9-10 a.m. Time: Thur. 6-6:45 p.m. Date: Aug. 1-15
environment. Online Registration icon. This class is an exciting chance to
• Programs offer an opportunity to • Forms may also be mailed, Garfield Community Center 251-6950 experiment with different textures,
engage in socialization for all ages. walked in, phoned in or Time: Tue. 9-11 a.m. colors, and materials to express artistic
• Large motor, fine motor, and cognitive faxed to any Shawnee vision.
development are promoted through County Parks + Recreation Crestview Community Center
new experiences and peer interaction. facility. 251-6960
Time: Thur. 9-10:30 a.m.
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Story Time Make & Take All Star Camp at Hillcrest Dance 2 Tenderfeet Youth Volleyball Topeka Community Cycle Project
Preschoolers will have fun listening to a This camp is new, exciting and will make Participants will build tap and ballet skills, Age: 6-7 yrs. Drop-in to participate in volleyball Get help with your bike from a volunteer
story and making a craft to take home. your kid feel like an ALL STAR! From and be introduced to jazz dance in a Date: Ongoing activities for youth. Work on your of the TCCP. Staff will aid you in fixing
A great way to bring hands-on activity to 8-11:30 a.m. your kiddos can get out of safe, social environment. No prior dance Time: Wed. 5:30-6:30 p.m. bumping, setting, spiking, and serving flats, adjusting brakes, and answering
literacy. the house and enjoy hands on activities. experience is required, though learning Fee: $30 per month with fellow youth. Two courts available questions about bikes.
Shawnee North Community Center Making friends and having lots of fun will be at a faster pace. 5-year-olds should for use and game play. Central Park Community Center
251-6900 are on this agenda. Camp activities will be in Kindergarten and have some dance Beginning Hip Hop Central Park Community Center 251-6965
Age: 3-5 yrs. include arts and crafts, gym games, experience or instructor approval. 251-6965 Date: Thur., Sat.
Fee: $5 board games, outdoor activities and Age: 5-9 yrs. Date: Ongoing Age: 18 and under Time: Thur. 5-7 p.m., Sat. 1-3 p.m.
Date: May 10 - Rainbow Fish more! Pre-Registration required. Fee: $30 Time: Wed. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Date: July 5-26 Fee: Free
June 14 - Chicka Chicka Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Shawnee North Community Center Fee: $23 per month Time: Tues. Noon-2 p.m.
Boom Boom Age: 6-13 yrs. 251-6900
July 12 - Dogs Colorful Day
Fee: Free Horseshoes with Topeka
Date: June 6-10 Date: May 16-June 20 Hip Hop/African Horseshoe Association
Aug. 9 - Lunch Time: Mon.Fri. 8-11:30 a.m. (No class May 30), July 11- Aug. 8
Time: Tue. 10-10:45 a.m. Date: Ongoing Youth Open Rec
Fee: $30 Time: Mon. 7:15-8 p.m. Come out and enjoy a low-impact
Time: Thur. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Play is part of a healthy active lifestyle. physical activity in a supportive social
Abra-kid-doodle Zumba® Kids Crestview Community Center 251-6900 Fee: $23 per month Use the gym to work on basic skills environment. All skill levels are welcome
Date: April 13-May 11, May 18-June 15, or practice new ones in a social and instruction will be available.
Each month participants will get to show Zumba® Kids is great for way to stay active July 13-Aug. 10 Beginning Jazz atmosphere. Hang out with your Horseshoes are provided if you don’t
their own creative styles with different while building leadership and teamwork Time: Wed. 5:30-6:15 p.m. friends in the lounge playing on the
Date: Ongoing have your own. Participants should
monthly themed classes. skills as well as confidence, memory, game tables, watching TV, or using the
Time: Mon. 7:30-8:30 p.m. arrive on time to be assigned a match.
Garfield Community Center 251-6950 creativity, balance and spatial awareness. computer lab. Study space is available.
Fee: $23 per month Gage Park Horseshoe Courts
Age: 3-5 yrs. Bring your friends and join the party! Center staff provides a positive
Date: May 26–Hand Print Art Age: 7-11 yrs. IT TAKES A VILLAGE supportive environment. INSTRUCTIONAL/PRACTICE
June 23–Summer Fun Fee: $30 New Dimensions
July 28–Painting with Objects @ RICE COMMUNITY Date: Ongoing LEAGUE
Age: 8-9 yrs. Fee: Free Contact: Earl Romine 785-633-0890
Aug. 10–Collage Creations
Time: Tue. 6-7 p.m.
Crestview Community Center 251-6960 CENTER Date: Ongoing Age: 18 and under Age: 5+
Date: April 13-May 11, May 18-June 15, Time: Mon. 5:30-6:15 p.m. Date: Mon. April-Oct.
Fee: $5 July 13-Aug. 10 Steven Massey, founder and director of
Fee: $20 per month Central Park Community Center Time: 6 p.m.
Time: Wed. 6:30-7:15 p.m. It Takes a Village, will offer after-school
251-6965 Fee: Free
performing arts programs in partnership
2-Step Time: June & July, Mon.-Fri. 3-5 p.m.,
Tumbling 2 with SCP+R. Programs will include art,
YOUTH music, voice, theater and dance along Age: 20+
Sat. Noon-3 p.m. SANCTIONED HORSESHOES
Open to sanctioned players of all skill
Participants will work on basic movement with tutoring, counseling and nutritional Date: Ongoing
Spin Art Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 levels.
and coordination. This increases services. Time: Sun. 5:30- 7 p.m. Time: Mon.-Fri. 3-5:30 p.m., Gage Park Horseshoe Courts
Round and round the paint will go. Have flexibility and motor skills in a safe, social itav4arts.org Fee: $20 per month Sat. 9 a.m.-Noon Contact: Larry 785-456-5001
fun making unique designs with this classic environment. 5-year-olds should be in itav4arts@gmail.com
Kindergarten and have some tumbling 785-580-9707 Age: 5+
technique. Preregistration is required.
experience or instructor approval.
Steven Massey Dance Camp Garfield Community Center 251-6950 Date: Thur. April-Oct.
Central Park Community Center Age: 10-20 yrs.
Time: Mon.-Fri. 3-6 p.m., Time: 5:45 p.m.
251-6965 Shawnee North Community Center Time: Mon.-Fri. 4-9 p.m., Come Dance the summer away as you Sat. Noon-3 p.m. Annual Sanction Fee: $33 for adults
Age: 8-12 yrs. 251-6900 Sat. 9 a.m.-Noon & 6 p.m., get in touch with your inner-creative
Date: May 16-June 20 Sun. 2-7 p.m. as needed $7 for youth. Youth scholarships
Date: July 13 self. All genre’ dance allows you to Crestview Community Center 251-6960 available through Topeka Horseshoe
Time: Wed. 1-2 p.m. (No class May 30), July 11-Aug. 8 Community classes Dance, Art, Theater express yourself in a manner that Time: Mon.-Fri. 3-5 p.m. Association.
Fee: $5 Time: Mon. 6:15-7 p.m. and Drama $5 is both good for the body and soul. Sat. 9 a.m.-Noon
Community music $10 Creative expression is healthy and fun.
Crestview Community Center 251-6960 ITAV Registration $15 new registration fee Lunch Provided. For registration or more
Family Tie Dye Age: 5-9 yrs. Dance, Art, Theater and Voice $24/mo
Oakland Community Center 251-6953
information go to itav4arts.org Time: Mon.-Fri., 3-6 p.m.
Let’s celebrate and make a red, white and Date: April 16-May 14, May 21-June 25 Music $36/mo Age: 10-20 yrs.
blue tie-dye t-shirt. Registration of primary (No class May 28), July 16-Aug. 13 ITAV Company Dance Classes $42/mo Date: June 6-July 14
family member only needed. Each group Time: Sat. 9-9:30 a.m. *Subject to change*
can make up to four shirts. Bring up to Fee: $30
four white shirts and all other supplies are Beginning Ballet
VOLUNTEER!
provided. Preregistration is required. SCP+R has a variety of opportunities for
Central Park Community Center Date: Ongoing
Time: Mon. 5:30-6:30 p.m. volunteers ranging from working in our
251-6965 gardens and helping at events to coaching
Age: 6+ Fee: $23 per month
youth sports teams and guided trail walks.
Date: June 29 Are you looking for ways to get involved in
Time: Wed. 1-3 p.m. Ballet/Contemporary
the community? Consider volunteering for We even have opportunities for you to
Fee: $20 per group Date: Ongoing adopt your very own park/trail or to create
Shawnee County Parks + Recreation!
Time: Mon. 6:30-7:30 p.m. your own projects based on your passions/
Fee: $23 per month the needs that you see in the community.
For more information
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785-251-6878 | kimberly.wolff@snco.us
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Kid’s Palooza Horseshoes with Topeka Oil and Acrylic Painting Independence Day DIY Décor Senior Open Volleyball
Kids can participate in a fun variety of
Horseshoe Association
Instructor Mary Lou Gudenkauf will Red, white and blue - we have a craft Recreational sports are part of a healthy
themed activities. A chance to get away Come out and enjoy a low impact teach the basics of oil or acrylics for you! This Fourth of July-themed and active lifestyle. This is a great
from screen time and be active and social. physical activity in a supportive social painting using the Old Masters craft will feature a do-it-yourself, step- chance to show off your skill set in a
Garfield Community Center 251-6950 environment. All skill levels are welcome technique in a friendly group setting. by-step project that is perfect for your positive non-competitive environment.
Ages: 6-12 yrs. and instruction will be available. Both mediums can be taught. Anyone front porch! Supplies are included in the Oakland Community Center 251-6953
Date: June 9 - Giant board games Horseshoes are provided if you don’t at any level will feel comfortable and registration fee. Date: May-July
Aug. 11 - Giant board games have your own. Participants should receive individual attention from the Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Time: Wed. 6-8 p.m.
Time: 6-7 p.m. arrive on time to be assigned a match. instructor. A supply list can be obtained Date: June 25 Fee: $2
Fee: $2 Gage Park Horseshoe Courts from the Shawnee North Community Time: Sat. 1-3 p.m.
Instructional/Practice League Center office. Fee: $20 Shuffle Board
Stem-gineers Contact: Earl Romine 785-633-0890 Shawnee North Community Center
Age: 5+ 251-6900 Topeka Community A chance to stay active while interacting
Kids can challenge themselves to create Fee: $40 Cycle Project with friends in a positive social setting.
different summer-themed stem activities. Date: Mon. April-Oct.
Time: 6 p.m. Date: May 25-June 15, June 22-July 13, Central Park Community Center
This is a great way for kids to enjoy Get help with your bike from a volunteer 251-6965
learning activities with hands-on fun. Fee: Free Aug. 31-Sept. 21
Time: Wed. 9:15-11:15 a.m. of the TCCP. Staff will aid you in fixing Date: Ongoing
Garfield Community center 251-6950 flats, adjusting brakes, and answering Time: Thur. 10 a.m.-Noon
Ages: 6-12 yrs. SANCTIONED HORSESHOES questions about bikes.
Open to sanctioned players of all skill Date: May 25-June 15, June 22-July 13, Fee: $2
Date: May 12 - Slime creations Central Park Community Center
July 14 - Water experiments levels. Aug. 31-Sept. 21
251-6965 Indoor Bocce Ball
Time: 6-7 p.m. Gage Park Horseshoe Courts Time: Wed. 1-3 p.m.
Date: Thur., Sat.
Fee: $5 Contact: Larry 785-456-5001 Time: Thur. 5-7 p.m., Sat. 1-3 p.m. Explore this popular game indoors.
SHAWNEE
Age: 5+ Date: May 26-June 16, June 23-July 14,
Fee: Free While socializing and keeping active.
Date: Thur. April-Oct. Sept. 1-22
ADULT Time: 5:45 p.m. Time: Thur. 1-3 p.m. Central Park Community Center
Airplane Club
Annual Sanction Fee: Adults $33;
Youths $7
Family Tie Dye
Let’s celebrate and make a red, white and
251-6965
Date: Ongoing YACHT
CLUB
Time: Wed. 10 a.m.-Noon
Enjoy flying or watching indoor remote blue tie-dye t-shirt. Registration of primary Fee: $2
control planes. A great chance to family member only needed, each group
socialize and learn something new. can make up to four shirts. Bring up to Pitch
Planes not provided. four white shirts and all other supplies are Shawnee Yacht Club has the following
Crestview Community Center 251-6960 provided. Preregistration is required. Enjoy spending time with your friends events lined up to introduce interested
Age: All ages Central Park Community Center playing pitch. This program provides area residents to sailing:
Date: Ongoing 251-6965 a chance for beginners to learn a new • Introduction to Sailing - age 12 +
Time: Thur. 10:30 a.m.-Noon Age: 6+ game along with experienced players • Monthly Full Moon Socials
Fee: Free Date: June 29 in a positive environment. Coffee and Come experience the excitement
Time: Wed. 1-3 p.m. cards provided. and camaraderie of the area’s most
Beekeeper Class Fee: $20 per group Date: Ongoing accessible sailing venue!
Fee: $1
Master beekeepers Steve & Becky Plant Club Garfield Community Center 251-6950
Tipton offer exciting opportunities in Time: Tue. 1-3 p.m.
beekeeping. Explore hive construction, Meet your plant friends at Crestview For more information
installing the bees, and hive to learn the basics of caring for plants. Crestview Community Center 251-6960
management up until harvest time. shawneeyachtclub.org
Provide input or receive guidance for your Time: Thur. 1-3 p.m.
This monthly class starts in February houseplants and gardening needs. Bring
and ends in October. Preregistration is a plant to swap. Plant club will be held Shawnee North Community Center
required due to limited seating. March through October. 251-6900
Shawnee North Community Center Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Shawnee North Community Center
Time: Fri. 1-3 p.m.
251-6900 Date: May 27, June 24, July 29, Aug. 26 251-6900
Age: 12+ Time: Fri. 1-2:30 p.m. Date: May 11, June 8, July 13, Aug. 10
Date: May 18, June 15, July 20, Aug. 17 50+ White Elephant Bingo Time: Wed. 10-11:30 a.m.
Fee: $2
Time: Wed. 6:30-8 p.m. Join SCP+R for a fun morning of White Fee: $1
Fee: Free Elephant Bingo! Participants will pay
SENIOR a $1 drop-in fee and bring a white Bridge
THANK YOU TO OUR PARKS FOR ALL FOUNDATION SPONSORS Lifetime Basketball
elephant item to contribute to the prize
table. This program provides social Spend time with friends in a positive
connections and interactions through social setting. Groups of four are
Recreational sports are part of a healthy needed for participation. Coffee and
and active life style. This is a great peers and staff. Enjoy the fun and who
knows what you’ll win. cards provided.
chance to show off your skill set in a Central Park Community Center
positive environment. Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956
Date: May 10 251-6965
Crestview Community Center 251-6960 Date: Ongoing
Date: Ongoing Time: Tue. 10-11:30 a.m.
Time: Tue. 1-3 p.m.
Time: Mon. 6-8 p.m. Fee: $1
Fee: $2
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Karate Hillcrest Community Center
Oakland Community Center 251-6953
Date: Tue., Fri. Instructed by volunteer Wells Bridges.
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Time: Mon., Wed., Fri. Noon-3 p.m., FITNESS
PASS
Time: 9-11 a.m. This karate class is popular with Tue., Thur. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.,
students of all skill levels. It will provide Sat. 9 a.m.-Noon
Garfield Community Center 251-6950 you with improved mental/physical
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Age: 6+ Garfield Community Center Make fitness a part of your mental
Open Volleyball Date: Ongoing 251-6950 and physical health. Enjoy a
Time: Mon., Wed. 6-7:30 p.m. Time: Mon., Tue. Noon-3 p.m. variety of classes to keep your
Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned Fee: $15 per month workout exciting. Choosing times
player, come drop in at Crestview and Crestview Community Center that work with a busy schedule
have a blast working on your skills or Tae Kwon Do 251-6960 can help keep regular exercise a
just have fun with friends. A great part of Time: Tue., Thur. Noon-2 p.m. part of your routine.
an active lifestyle. Martial Arts is a great way to learn Adult Open Gym
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Date: Ongoing environment. Central Park Community Center
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Crestview Community Center Contact: Mark Brown 785-506-5111 Exercise your options,
Date: Mon., Wed. June 29-July 27
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WELLNESS/FITNESS Wallyball Time: Mon., Wed., Fri. Date: Ongoing
Time: Noon-2 p.m.
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Time: Mon.-Thur., 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Wellness Centers Ready, Set, Glow 20 Exercise Benefits
Enjoy a fun way to stay active and work Volleyball Tournament 1. Reduces body fat
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it is played on a racquetball court. Time: Thur., 10 a.m.-Noon Okinawan Shorin-Ryu is a hard style
environment. Participants can work of karate that emphasizes natural body Parks + Recreation at our first ever 4. Strengthens muscles
toward individual fitness goals. Open Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 GLOW IN THE DARK volleyball 5. Manages chronic pain
movement and stances. The program
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Time: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Bump, set and spike! Showcase your coordination, poise, flexibility and
Shawnee North Community Center strength and is designed for persons of first and second place prizes. Teams 8. Strengthens heart
Fee: $3 skills on the court in this supportive, are guaranteed four games and will
251-6900 all ages and skill levels. Classes taught 9. Clears arteries
social environment while maintaining an be provided glow accessories. Pool
Fee: $50/year or $7/month by Robert Beine. 10. Boosts mood
Racquetball active and healthy lifestyle. play games will be self-officiated and
Fitness Passes can be used for 11. Maintains mobility
Crestview Community Center professional referees will be provided
drop-in visits. NOVICE LEVEL 12. Improves memory
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for all skill levels. This is a great way Age: 18+ Crestview Community Center 13. Improves coordination
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to work toward personal fitness goals. Date: Ongoing rules can be found on our website.
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Equipment is available at the customer Time: Tue., Thur. 7-9 p.m. Age: 18+
251-6965 Date: Ongoing 16. Detoxifies body
service counter. Fee: $2 Date: Aug. 13
Fee: Free Time: Tue., Thur. 6-7 p.m. 17. Decreases stress
Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Time: Sat. 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Fee: $30 per month 18. Boosts immune system
FitLot Fitness Class
Age: 18+ Walk ‘n Talk Fee: $100 per team 19. Lowers blood pressure
Date: Ongoing
Time: Mon.-Fri 9 a.m.-6 p.m., This is a great way to stay active, rain or ADVANCED 20. Reduces cancer risk
Try out the new outdoor exercise
Sat. 9 a.m.-Noon shine while socializing with friends. Crestview Community Center FITNESS PASS CLASSES
equipment at Willow Park with an
Fee: $3 Fee: Free 251-6960 5 visits $20
instructor’s expertise. The work out will
Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Age: 6+ Age: 16+ 10 visits $40
take you through use of the equipment
Pickleball Time: Mon.-Fri. 9-10 a.m. Date: Ongoing Fee: Fitness Pass 20 visits $80
in a circuit style program. FitLot is a
Time: Tue., Thur. 7-8 p.m.
great way to exercise outdoors. To
register visit Fitlot.org/parks/Topeka.
This fun sport can be a great way to Garfield Community Center 251-6950 Fee: $42 per month Zumba® Toning With new cards there is no worry
stay healthy and active while achieving Time: Tues. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. about losing your card. Full size
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personal fitness goals. All skill levels Adult Open Gym card comes with smaller key ring
are welcome in a supportive and social Oakland Community Center 251-6953 using Zumba® Toning Sticks or light card for easy access.
Age: 18+ Reach personal fitness goals with a weights helps you focus on specific
environment. Equipment is provided. Time: Mon.-Fri. 8-10 a.m.
Date: Ongoing drop-in program at one of the SCP+R muscle groups so you and your muscles
Age: 18+
Time: Mon., Wed., Fri. Noon-12:45 p.m. gyms as part of a healthy active life stay engaged!
Date: Ongoing
Fee: Free style in a social environment. Crestview Community Center
Fee: $2
Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Age: 18+ 251-6960
Time: Mon., Fri. 10 a.m.-Noon Date: Ongoing Date: Ongoing
Fee: $2 Time: Tue. 6-7, Wed. 7:30-8:30 p.m.
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YOUTH SPORTS Adult Sand Volleyball League
– Spring Session
Registration may be done by individual
OR by team. Requests granted Women’s and Co-Rec sand volleyball
whenever possible. Volunteer coaches leagues play a 6-week single header
needed for all leagues. season.
Registration deadline is May 11
Shawnee County Age: 16+
Fastpitch League Date: May 22-July 1
14-18U Grand Slam – $500 per team Fee: $60/team
Registration deadline May 11
Adult Softball League –
Summer Soccer League Summer Session
League shirt provided. Women’s, Men’s and Co-Rec slow-pitch
Leagues offered: league single-header option plays an
KOSSOVER 4U Instructional 3 vs. 3 – $20/player | 8-game season. There is also a 16-game
TENNIS
$105/team double header option.
6U 7 vs. 7 – $55/player | $500/team
8U 7 vs. 7 – $55/player | $500/team
Registration deadline is May 18
Age: 16+
PARKS FOR ALL
CENTER Vinyasa Flow Yoga Hypno Yoga
11U 7 vs. 7 – $55/player | $500/team
14U Pickup League – $30/player
Fees are higher than spring/fall seasons
Date: May 31-July 25
Fee: $280/team – single game
$560/team – doubleheader
FOUNDATION
All levels class that uses breath and Gentle yoga, with the intention to
Hours of Operation movement to flow through a series of increase flexibility, strength and
due to playing an 8-game summer season.
Registration deadline May 12 Adult Soccer League –
Where Memories Are
poses. This class will help strengthen calming of the mind. A powerful, yet
Made & Preserved
The Kossover Tennis Center offers low-cost,
Age: 4-14 Summer Session
organized programs and supervised tennis play balance and find flexibility. Challenges relaxing meditation at the end of each Date: June 13-July 25
for the entire community. The Tennis Center is and modifications are offered throughout class! Parks For All Foundation projects help make
Soccer league plays a 6-week regular
open April 1 to mid-October, seven days a week, class. Crestview Community Center Kickball League new memories and preserve old ones, providing
season with a 2-game tournament on
except during inclement weather and holidays. Crestview Community Center 251-6960 lasting legacies by enhancing outdoor spaces
Courts are available 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Facility Leagues offered: Wednesdays.
251-6960 Date: Ongoing and indoor venues within Shawnee County
lights are available for use in the spring/summer 9U - $30 per player | $200 per team Registration deadline is June 22
Date: Ongoing Time: Wed. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Parks + Recreation. Made possible by
until 10 p.m. and in the fall until 8 p.m. Hours are 13U - $30 per player | $200 per team Age: 16+
Time: Tue., Thur. 10-11 a.m. Fri. Noon-1 p.m. generous community members, these projects
subject to change due to reservation requests and Registration deadline June 22 Date: July 6-Aug. 24 create a vibrant atmosphere that encourages
Fee: $320/team OR $25/individual
court use. Strong Yoga Yoga Age: 6-13
to join free agent pool
Topeka and Shawnee County residents to get
Date: July 30-Aug. 27 out and enjoy their time.
Daily Court Fees A fun, not so traditional class that Basic easy does it yoga for all levels.
$2 per person per day incorporates light handheld weights Shawnee North Community Center Sand Volleyball League Adult Basketball League – Be Part Of Change
and Yoga poses. Suitable for all 251-6900 Summer Session With your giving, we can continue to make a
Reservations are strongly recommended as leagues, levels, and weights are optional. Date: Ongoing Leagues offered: difference in the community around you. The
clinics, tennis tournaments and high school activities Expect some challenges in this class Time: Tue., Thur. 5:45-6:45 p.m. 9U - $20/player | $80/team Adult basketball leagues will conclude in foundation provides great flexibility to pursue
authorized through Shawnee County Parks + but know modifications are always 13U - $20/player | $80/team tournament format. unique projects that enhance the experience
Recreation have first priority on court usage. To make offered. Registration deadline June 22 All teams will be guaranteed at least 8
Zumba® games total.
of park goers and contribute to the quality of
reservations or for more information, please contact Crestview Community Center Age: 6-13 life in our community.
Branden at Kossover Tennis Center at 785-580-6706 251-6960 Zumba® classes are HIGH Energy Date: July 30-Aug. 27 Registration deadline is June 29
or Caroline at 785-273-0030. Date: Ongoing but LOW stress, and there is no Ages: 16+ Make A Difference
Time: Fri. 10-11 a.m. experience required. Flag Football Date: July 10-Aug. 28 When you give to the Parks For All Foundation,
Tennis Lesson Fees Shawnee North Community Center (Sun. afternoons) you’re positively impacting how others
Private lessons: $35 per hour Weekend Slow Flow Yoga 251-6900 League shirt and mouth piece provided. Fee: $280/team experience Shawnee County and the outdoor
Semi-Private lessons: $20 per hour per person Date: Ongoing Leagues offered: 8U, 11U, High School spaces and parks and recreation venues that
Group lessons: $10 per hour All levels class that uses slow Time: Thur. 7:15-8:15 p.m. GIRLS – NEW Adult Women’s 3 vs. 3 Basketball we all enjoy. Parks For All Foundation is a
breathes and movement to flow Registration deadline Aug. 3 League – Summer Session 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization making
Racquet Stringing through a series of poses. This class Age: 5-18
Drum Circuit contributions tax deductible.
Racquet stringing service is available at Kossover will focus on slow movements aiding Date: Sept. 4-Oct. 2 Women’s 3 vs. 3 basketball leagues will
Tennis Center. Fees range from $23-$35. flexibility and balance. A thoughtful Have fun getting fit! Drum Circuit Fee: $45/player | $300/team conclude in tournament format By sharing your time, talent and treasures you
practice to refresh the mind and body. combines strength and cardiovascular $100/team for HS Girls League All teams will be guaranteed at least 8 have the ability to help enhance the park and
Camps and Clinics Crestview Community Center training to maximize health benefits games total. recreation experience.
Kossover Tennis Center also features tennis camps 251-6960 Registration deadline is June 29
with the use of drum sticks and
and youth summer tennis clinics. Date: Ongoing music. Class will adapt to all levels of ADULT SPORTS Ages: 16+
Date: July 10-Aug. 28
Time: Sat. 8:30-9:30 a.m. participation.
Shawnee North Community Center
All adult leagues vary in levels of
competitiveness. (Sun. afternoons) For more information
Contact Kimberly Wolff
Fee: $200 per team OR $50/ indiv.
For more information 251-6900
Date: Ongoing
The lower the number, the more
competitive the league will be. to join free agent pool
contact Branden Joost
Time: Fri. 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Example: League 1 is most competitive
option in any sport, while League 2 785.251.6878
would be more recreational. kimberly.wolff@snco.us
785.273.0030 visit parksforallfoundation.org
bjoost@genesishealthclubs.com 3137 SE 29th Street Topeka KS 66605
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Adult Volleyball League –
Summer Session
SPECIAL EVENTS National Go Skateboarding Day Mid-Day Dance party
Go Skateboarding Day is celebrated Come spend some time with your
Women’s and Co-Rec volleyball leagues play a National Parks and annually on June 21. Skateboarding friends in a local park, while listening to
6-week season with 12 matches. Recreation Month – July 2022 is a recreational activity and an action music from the Rec+Roll van.
Registration deadline is June 29 sport that involves riding a skateboard Age: 14+
Age: 16+ Join us in a month-long celebration of and performing tricks. This fun Date: May 24–Crestview Shelter
Date: July 10-Aug. 19 Shawnee County Parks + Recreation celebration endeavors to get people to June 28–Felker Park
Fee: $150 per team and everything we have to offer! Each go skateboarding wherever there is a July 26–Lake Shawnee Girls
week will showcase a different aspect rideable surface such as a skate park, softball complex
of Parks and Recreation. Keep an eye road, etc. This day and event will be for Aug. 23 –Accessible Ball Field
Adult Sand Volleyball out for the Rec+Roll Van, food trucks all ages. There will be different contests Gage Park
SHAWNEE COUNTY League – Summer Session and concerts along the way. Visit
TRAILS
available for all ages. Prizes and raffles Time: 1-2:30 p.m.
Women’s and Co-Rec sand volleyball leagues parks.snco.us to find a calendar of all available will be available. Event will Fee: Free
play a 6-week single header season. the activities you can participate in be held at Mousetrap Skate Park at
Registration deadline is July 13 throughout July. Oakland-Billard Park. Adaptive Open Rec
Age: 16+ July 1-3 - Adventure Cove Week Oakland Community Center 251-6953
Date: July 24-Sept. 2 July 4-9 - Parks and Trails Week Age: 6+ This is a great chance to hang out with
Fee: $60 per team July 10-16 - Program Week Date: June 21 friends while enjoying table games in
Shawnee County Parks + Recreation’s nearly 60 miles of trails offer a leisurely stroll
July 17-23 - Sports Week Time: 6-8 p.m. the lobby or working on your skills in
with side ventures into beautiful gardens, or a hike, run or mountain bike ride up hilly July 24-31 - Aquatic Week
Adult Kickball League – Fee: $5 the gym. Staff will provide a supportive,
terrain leading to panoramic views of the county. There are 30 miles of paved trails inclusive experience for participants.
Summer Session Location: Mousetrap Skate Park
and nearly 28 miles of natural surface trails running through forested, prairie and open Doggie Date Night Age: 18+
natural areas. Shawnee County Parks + Recreation is continually increasing the number Co-Rec kickball league plays an 8-week Date: Ongoing
and length of trails in our community while connecting as many trails as possible. schedule. Join us for a date night with your dog
downtown at the Evergy Plaza and enjoy
ADAPTIVE Fee: $2 per person $10 per group
Garfield Community Center 251-6950
Registration deadline is July 13
Shunga Trail – 8.5-mile paved concrete Gage Park Fitness Loop Trail – 2-mile Age: 16+ food, drinks, activities and vendors! Your
furry friend could be a winner in one of
RECREATION Time: Mon. Noon-2 p.m.
pedestrian/bicycle trail beginning at SW paved trail encircling Gage Park. Date: July 24-Sept. 11 In an effort to expand programs offered
29th and McClure) and continuing east to Fee: $200 per team OR $30 per individual to our dog contests. Take a memory home to the adaptive community Shawnee Crestview Community Center 251-6960
SE 2nd. The trail will eventually stretch Deer Creek Trail – 2-mile trail from SE join free agent pool from our photo booth or paw print station County Parks + Recreation will help Time: Tue. 10 a.m.-Noon
across Topeka. Golden to SE 6th and SE 6th to SE 10th. and then grab some ice cream and splash day service providers set up a variety of
(Presently being extended to SE 25th St.) in the fountains to end the night! Please exciting programs that promote an active Central Park Community Center
Lake Shawnee Trail – 7-mile paved Lakeside Sports Camp
keep your dog leashed at all times. and healthy lifestyle. Individuals can 251-6965
concrete pedestrian/bicycle trail encircling Grant-Bradbury – Located west of Forbes Come join us for an outdoor sports-oriented Evergy Plaza
the lake. Field, 2 miles of natural surface trails run
join planned group activities. Some of Date: June 30-July 28
camp located at the Bettis Family Sports Age: Family and Dog Friendly the programs available are racquetball, Time: Thur. Noon-2 p.m.
through 80-acres of virgin prairie that Date: June 4
Dornwood Nature Trail – 9.9 miles of has never been plowed. The area includes Complex at Lake Shawnee. Campers will pickleball, volleyball, wallyball and
participate in a structured, fun-filled week Time: Sat. 5-7 p.m. open gym. Other program ideas can be Adaptive Open Gym
natural surface, woodland hiking trail hundreds of native prairie species, some of
accessible from SE 25th and Highland. which are scarcely found elsewhere in the of various sports including kickball, soccer, Fee: Free discussed by calling 251-6800.
state. Wiffle ball, swimming, e-sports and more while See you on the court! This is a DROP-
Landon Trail – 4.75-mile paved and gravel focusing on sportsmanship and teamwork. Glow Night Adaptive Wally Ball IN adaptive open gym night at Hillcrest.
trail along an abandoned railroad track Soldier Creek Trail – 1.8-mile paved Registration begins March 1 Whether you want to come play
running from SE 15th to SE 45th. concrete bicycle/pedestrian trail from NE Weeks: June 6-10 Join us for a glowing good time playing Enjoy a fun way to stay active and work basketball, kick the soccer ball around,
Garfield Park to NW Lyman Road. June 20-24 in games and activities with your friends toward personal fitness goals. This or play volleyball the gym is open for
Azura Trails at Skyline Park – Four June 27-July 1 at Central Park Community Center! game is along the lines of volleyball but adaptive gym activities.
single-track loop trails comprising 4.47 miles Orville Rice Nature Trail – 1-mile mowed July 11-15 Games will include cosmic corn hole, it is played on a racquetball court. Age: 3+
of natural surface trails through wooded and grass single track trail following Shunga July 25-29 binGLOW (GLO BINGO), and more! Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Date: Tue. May 3
prairie areas offering the most panoramic Creek from SW Gage to the Shunga Trail Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Come dressed in neon or white to Age: 18+ Fee: $2 per person $10 per group
views of Shawnee County from the famed near McDonald Field.
Ages: 6-12; Camper must have ensure you are glowing throughout the Date: Ongoing
Burnett’s Mound.
attended a full year of night! Fee includes glow sticks and gear Time: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956
Oakland-Billard/Santa Fe Park Trails – for a great time.
kindergarten Fee: $3 per person $10 per group Time: Tue. 6-8 p.m.
Warren Nature Area – 4 miles of natural 1.6 miles of paved trail. Central Park Community Center
surface trails beginning at SW 25th and Gage Fee: $80/week
251-6965 Dancehouse Bocce Ball
east of Felker Park. The trail includes a wetland Freedom Valley – .75-mile concrete path. Age: 8-12 yrs.
to slow and clean runoff water from streets and
Date: Sat. July 9th Spend an evening with your friends. Bring your friends and come play this
neighborhoods. Many birds, mammals and Clarion Woods Trail – 1.54 miles of single-
aquatic species can be found here. track trail through a red cedar forest. Time: 6-8 p.m. Participants will get to socialize with fun Italian-based game outdoors.
Fee: $15 for all games and activities friends while listening to music from Participants will get to play a fun game
Welton Grove Park – 3 miles of natural Willow Park – .5-mile paved walking Solid Rock Sound Machine. and socialize with friends. The Adaptive
surface trails. paths. Big Gage Shelter 251-6800 Recreation building is located in Gage
Age: 14+ Park, please call 251-6950 to register.
Shawnee North Nature Trail – 2-mile Betty Phillips Park – .44-mile paved trail. Date: August 11 Age: 8+
natural surface trail on undeveloped parkland Time: Thur. 6-8 p.m. Date: Aug. 23-Sept. 6
comprised of grasslands and wooded areas. Brookfield Park – .3-mile paved trail. Fee: $5 Time: Fri. 10:30 a.m.-Noon
Shawnee North Community Park also has a .8 Fee: $2
mile paved fitness loop trail encircling the west
side of the park.
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Crafty crafts Central Park Community Center enjoy an hour of dancing, games, and Back to Nature - Big Gage Shelter
251-6965 exploring far-away places. Parties should House
Participants will be creative making a Room Fee: $30 per hour be scheduled at least two weeks in Camp Connections Lake - Lake
craft suited for the upcoming season Gym Fee: $50 per hour/$40 half gym advance. $30 fee for one hour of dancing Shawnee Recreation Building
or holiday. Staff will provide a fun and games. Choreography and games Camp Connections North - Shawnee
supportive experience. Crestview Community Center tailored to younger kids. Contact Caitlyn North Community Center
Garfield Community Center 251-6950 251-6960 Spencer to book today! 913-579-7726 Passport to Adventure - Crestview
Age: 14+ Room Fee: $30 per hour Shelter House
Date: May 23, June 27, July 19, Aug. 16 Gym Fee: $40 per hour/$20 half gym
Time: Mon. 1-2:30 p.m.
Fee: $5
SPECIALTY CAMPS Fun Zone Day Camp:
Garfield Community Center 251-6950 Oakland Community Center
Room Fee: $30 per hour Camp Space Available
GOLF
I Can Bike @ Central Park Gym Fee: $40 per hour/$20 half gym Campers will spend an active day at
Community Center Do you have a camp idea but no facility? Oakland Community Center involved
Hillcrest Community Center 251-6956 Central Park Community Center and in physical activities, arts, sports,
Join us for this unique, life-changing Room Fee: $30 per hour Hillcrest Community Center are available swimming and more. Camp is licensed
recreational program in which for full day or morning only camps.
COURSES
Lobby Fee: $40 per hour for ages 6-12 by Kansas Department
each participant with a disability Gym Fee: $40 per hour/$20 half gym Available for sports, science, music, art of Health and Environment Child Care.
is empowered to maximize their and specialty camps. Camp registration Qualified and trained counselors
bicycle riding “abilities”. Thirty riders Oakland Community Center 251-6953 and fees are your responsibility. supervise small groups.
attend five 75-minute sessions for Room Fee: $30 per hour Central Park Community Center Date: May 31-Aug. 5 Lake Shawnee
five consecutive days first week of Gym Fee: $40 per hour/$20 half gym 251-6965 Time: Mon.-Fri. 7:15 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 4141 SE East Edge Road 785.251.6840
June, helping them lose the training Hillcrest Community Center
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wheels and ride on two wheels. Sixty Rice Community Center 251-6800 251-6949 Registration online at parks.snco.us.
volunteers serve as bike buddies, Classroom: The par-70 layout at Lake Shawnee Golf
Gym Fee: $30 per hour Fee is $90 per week. A nonrefundable/
spotting and encouraging riders. Full day $120 Course measures more than 6,300 yards
nontransferable registration fee of $25 for
June 6-10, 2022 Shawnee North Community Center Half day $60 each week is due at time of registration. from the back tees. Many of the course’s
I CAN BIKE For more information or to 251-6900 Minimum 3 days Balance of $65 is due 10 days prior to holes combine breathtaking views and
reserve your spot, contact the Capper Room Fee: $30 per hour Gym: each week. Please read our refund policy the challenges of playing alongside Lake
Foundation 785.272.4060 Full day $200 at http://parks.snco.us/DocumentCenter/ Shawnee. The manageable length of the
RIDERS: intake@capper.org Rec+Roll Van Half day $100 View/1177/Refund-Policy. golf course and affordable anytime rates
VOLUNTEERS: tsteinman@capper.org Minimum 3 days make Lake Shawnee Golf Course your
We’re taking fun to the parks, events Civitan Day Camp: best choice for golf in the region.
and even your workplace. Meet you
RESERVING there! Mobile recreation programs make SUMMER CAMPS Civitan Building in Gage Park
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YOUR SPACE AT it even easier to bring fun and play to
people of all ages and any location. We Outdoor Summer Camps
This camp is designed for young
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A COMMUNITY deliver healthy activities all over town.
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Looking for a well-supervised and
other disabilities requiring adapted
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Our structured routine and staff ratio
provides a successful environment
challenge for golfers of all ages and skill
levels. Located at the western edge of
valuable skills and make new friends for campers with behavioral and the Capital City, Cypress Ridge offers
From meetings and fundraisers to system with microphones. Look for the
through activities that are challenging, cognitive disabilities. Campers should
personal events, SCP+R has several Rec+Roll van in your neighborhood. A 6,200 rolling yards of excellent golf with
educational and downright fun. Camp be prepared to spend a large part of
facilities and spaces for you to reserve calendar of scheduled appearances is affordable anytime rates. It is located
will provide an opportunity for personal the day outdoors and travel through
and rent. Explore our many options to available at parks.snco.us. 1 ½ miles west of the Wanamaker
growth, self-esteem and friendship the park as a group. This program is
find your best location. corridor just south of 21st Street on
building in a safe environment. All licensed by Kansas Department of
SCP+R can also bring the van to your Urish Road.
If you are planning a party or event, we camps are licensed for ages 6-12 by Health and Environment Child Care.
work for adult recess, staff team building
would be happy to reserve it for you. Kansas Department of Health and
for retreats, or fitness programs. This is Forbes
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a great way to add an exciting fitness Registration online at parks. 700 SW Capehart Road 785.862.0114
meetings, staff training, receptions, trained counselors supervise small
component to your next work event. Play snco.us. Fee is $135 per week. www.forbesgc.com
anniversaries, birthday celebrations, groups Mon.-Fri. 7:15 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
is for all ages. A nonrefundable/nontransferable Forbes is a nine-hole, par-36 layout in
bridal/baby showers and much more. registration fee of $25 for each week
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Have the Rec+Roll van show up for is due at time of registration. Balance
you are allowed to bring in your own is $135 per week. A nonrefundable/ 3,253 yards, the course offers a relaxed
birthday parties, family events or just a of $110 is due 10 days prior to each
food and drink. nontransferable registration fee of atmosphere for golfers of all skill
couple hours of fun! week. Please read our refund policy at
$25 for each week is due at time of levels. Featuring three sets of tees on
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Gyms are available for sports registration. Balance of $110 is due a links style layout, the course can be
minimum. Staff and equipment included. View/1177/Refund-Policy.
practices, staff team building, 10 days prior to each week. Please Age: 8-17 yrs. or up to 21 if enrolled
Call 251.6800. challenging for the experienced, yet easy
tournaments. Special event rentals read our refund policy at http://parks.
www.topekadinodays.com can be accommodated in our facilities Celebrate your birthday with a Zumba® snco.us/DocumentCenter/View/1177/
in high school next fall
Date: June 5-July 29
enough for beginners.
but may require a special use permit. Kids Dance Party! Perfect for ages 3-12, Refund-Policy. Time: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
the birthday child and their friends can Date: May 31-Aug. 5
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Hillcrest Pool
Facility Rental
Rent the whole facility after public
hours. Outside food is welcome.
Call 251-6800 or Shawnee North
Community Center 251-6900
Age: 18+ to register
Date: June-Aug.
WEST LAWN Time: Fri.-Sun. 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Fee: $150
MEMORIAL Exercise Classes
Date: June 6-Aug. 13
Aquatic Fitness Classes
Powerful workouts that are low impact.
GARDENS Time: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m., 11 a.m.
Mon.-Thur. 7:15 p.m.
Sat. 9, 10, 11 a.m.
Burn more calories while not breaking
a sweat!
Age: 13+
Nestled in a peaceful setting on Auburn **Aqua Jump: 10 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri. Date: June 6-Aug. 11
Road north of I-70, West Lawn & Sat. 11 a.m. Time: Mon.-Thur. 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Memorial Gardens offers a beautiful **JABS: 10 a.m. Tue., Thur., Sat. Fee: $5 drop-in or Fitness Pass
(Online Registration)
location for family members to rest Ages: 10 and up
in eternity. Special features include a Garfield Pool
Fee: $5 or Fitness Pass
Veterans Field of Honor and an Avenue Facility Rental
of Flags. Dog Swim (SNFAC) Rent the whole facility after public
The dog days of summer are here. Bring hours. Outside food is welcome.
West Lawn Memorial Gardens offers five your 4-legged friends to cool off at the Call 251-6800 or Shawnee North
pool. Part of the proceeds will go to a Community Center 251-6900
gardens from which to choose and more
local shelter. All dogs must be vaccinated Age: 18+ to register
than 12,000 burial plots. Choose between and under the control of the owners. Date: June-Aug.
Christus, Veterans Field of Honor, Prayer Age: 18+ Time: Fri.-Sun. 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
I, Prayer II and Old Rugged Cross. Date: TBD Fee: $150
AQUATICS Dog Swim (Blaisdell)
The dog days of summer are here. Bring
Party Area Rental
Rent the open-air party area adjacent Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Small dogs
Our staff at Shawnee County Parks your 4-legged friends to cool off at the to the concession stand. Rental (under 30 pounds), 5-6 p.m. Rossville Pool
+ Recreation know that discussing Blaisdell Family Aquatic Center pool. Part of the proceeds will go to a includes admission of 20 guests. big dogs (30+ pounds)
Fee: $5 per dog Facility Rental
memorial options can often be difficult. Facility Rental local shelter. All dogs must be vaccinated Additional guests will be charged Rent the whole facility after public
We’ll do our best to ensure your comfort Rent the facility after public hours. and under the control of the owners. an admission fee. Outside food is hours. Outside food is welcome.
Age: 18+ welcome but must stay in party area. Midwest Health Aquatic Center
when you decide to lay your loved ones to Outside food is welcome. Call 251-6800 or Shawnee North
Call 251-6800 or Shawnee North Date: Aug. 8 Call 251-6800 or Shawnee North Facility Rental Community Center 251-6900
rest in Westlawn Memorial Gardens. Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Small dogs Community Center 251-6900
Community Center 251-6900 Rent the facility after public hours. Age: 18+ to register
Age: 18+ to register (under 30 pounds), 7-8 p.m. Age: 18+ to register Outside food is welcome. Date: June-Aug.
Gardens: big dogs (30+ pounds) Date: June-Aug.
Date: June-Aug. Call 251-6800 or Shawnee North Time: Fri.-Sun. 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Garden of Christus Time: Fri.-Sun. 7-8:30 p.m. Fee: $5 per dog Time: Available 7 days a week, Community Center 251-6900 Fee: $150
Veterans Field of Honor Fee: $650 12:30-3 p.m. or 3:30-6 p.m. Age: 18+
Prayer I and II Shawnee North Family Fee: $160 Date: June-Aug. Party Area Rental
Old Rugged Cross Party Room Rental Aquatic Center Time: Fri.-Sun. 7-8:30 p.m. Rent the party room. Rental includes
Rent the air-conditioned party room Water Walking Fee: $650 admission for 20 guests. Additional
Facility Rental Join your friends and walk against the
Office hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m. adjacent to the aquatic facility. Rental guests will be charged an admission
Rent the facility after public hours. current of the lazy river for a great low-
includes admission for 20 guests. Party Area Rental fee. Outside food is welcome but must
Cemetery hours: Dawn to Dusk Outside food is welcome. impact workout.
Additional guests will be charged an Rent the open-air party area adjacent stay in party area.
Website: parks.snco.us Call 251-6800 or Shawnee North Evenings
admission fee. Outside food is welcome to the concession stand. Rental Call 251-6800 or Shawnee North
Community Center 251-6900 Age: 13+
but must stay in party room. includes admission for 20 guests. Community Center
Age: 18+ to register Date: June 4-Aug. 9
West Lawn Memorial Gardens is managed by Call 251-6800 or Shawnee North Additional guests will be charged Age: 18+ to register
Date: June-Aug. Time: Mon.-Wed. 7-7:45 p.m.
Shawnee County Parks + Recreation. Community Center 251-6900 an admission fee. Outside food is Date: June-Aug
Time: Fri.-Sun. 7-8:30 p.m. Fee: $5 drop-in/16-punch card
Age: 18+ to register welcome but must stay in party area. Time: Available 7 days a week,
Fee: $650 $55; 32-punch card $110
Date: June-Aug. Call 251-6800 or Shawnee North Noon-4 p.m.
Time: Available 7 days a week, Community Center Fee: $90
For more information 12:30-3 p.m. or 3:30-6 p.m. Mornings Age: 18+ to register
contact Josh Michael Fee: $160 Age: 13+ Date: June-Aug.
Date: June 11-Aug. 11 Time: Available 7 days a week,
Time: Mon.-Thur.; Sat. 9 a.m.-11 a.m. 12:30-3 p.m. or 3:30-6 p.m.
785-251-6808
Fee: $5 drop-in; 16-punch card $64; Fee: $160
josh.michael@snco.us 32-punch card $128
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