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RECREATE
Shawnee
Winter 2022
January - April
THANK YOU NEIL!
Parks & Recreation Director, Neil Holman, will retire in March 2022.
These numbers shows the lasting impact Neil has made throughout our community.
• Developed the department's 1st Parks & Recreation Master Plan
• Served as the 2nd Parks & Recreation Director in the City's history
• Grew 90 acres of parkland to more than 1,000 acres of parkland
• Served as the City's Sexton for over 17 years
• 24 years as a designated Tree City USA
• 1 adoption and 2 renewals of the Parks & Pipes sales tax
• 2 state of the art aquatic centers
• Expanded and/or developed 15 parks
• 13 years as a designated Bicycle Friendly Community
• Directed 10,218 riders in the Tour de Shawnee
• Awarded 1,000+ Shawnee Great Grillers BBQ ribbons and trophies
• Served 23 years on the Old Shawnee Days Board
62,400 hours, 7,800 days, 1,560 weeks, 360 months,
30 Years of Dedicated Service to the Citizens of Shawnee!
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Princess Tea
(ages 2 - 5 )
Saturday, February 5 ♥ $15
Session 1: 10:00-11:30am
Code:189101-01
Session 2: 2:30-4:00pm
Code:189101-02
Shawnee Civic Centre ♥ Each additional child $10
NEW Comprehensive Plan Adopted
Surprise your kiddos, friends or family with a visit from the
Easter Bunny! Shawnee Parks & Recreation will “EGG” your
yard in the early morning hours of Saturday, April 9, creating
a surprise for loved ones when they wake up!
25 eggs - $10 • 50 eggs - $20
Comprehensive plans are created by and for the community
75 eggs - $30 • 100 eggs - $40 to record shared goals and desires for themselves and their
Registration opens March 1 fellow community members. A comprehensive plan examines
(Participants must live within Shawnee city limits) what a community is, where it came from, and crafts a
coordinated road map for the future. This road map guides the
growth and development of the community for the next 10 to
20 years, and is revisited to ensure its relevance.
cityofshawnee.org/compplan
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Friday, February 18
Men's & Women’s Brackets
Saturday, February 19
Mixed Doubles
These tournaments are strictly recreational and are for the whole jar of
pickles! Instead of registering as a team, each player will play with all
other players within their bracket and against all other players in their
bracket. The individual will carry their score with them to determine the
winner of each bracket.
Entry fee includes tournament play, continental breakfast and boxed lunch.
April
SHOWERS LIFE IS A DANCE
Craft and you can learn as you go!
January 21
Festival
February 18
March 18
Shawnee Civic Centre April 15
Saturday, April 9
9:00Am - 4:00Pm
per person
(pre-registration is required)
cityofshawnee.org/aprilshowers Code #: 184201
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Ages 5 - 9
$15
Kids' Night Out!
32 Annual
nd
Friday, January 7 • 6-9:00PM
189103-01 ($25 after Dec 29)
Friday, March 11 • 6-9:00PM
189103-02 ($25 after March 2)
$15 Ages 11 - 14
Sunday, MAY 1, 2022
Tween Night!
Friday, February 25 • 6-9:00PM
7:00am 289201-01 189104-01 ($25 after Feb 16)
Saturday, April 23 • 9:00am - 11:00am
Gum Springs Park • Fields B and C
FREE!
Ages 7 - 14 (pre-registration is required)
5, 12 and 24 mile routes To register for Pitch, Hit, & Run visit:
Shawnee Civic Centre cityofshawnee.org/pitchhitrun
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SAVE THE DATES!
February 9 March 23 April 20
History on Tap Series
Museum Town Hall 7:00pm-8:30pm
Our popular series returns in 2022 with new featured
guest speakers and local brews! Join us for complimentary
TAKE Defense Training
beverages and engaging history conversations. Visit Saturday March 26 •10am-12pm
shawneetown.org for tickets and more information!
For any girl or women ages 12 & older.
A donation of $12 is appreciated!
Register Today
takedefense.org
Shawnee Town 1929
Opens for the season on Tuesday, March 1!
Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am - 4:30pm
Regular Museum Admission
Adults - $5.00
Children 5 - 17 - $3.00
Seniors (ages 65+) - $4.00
Under 5 - FREE
Enjoy unlimited visits with a Friends of Shawne Town Membership!
Check out the NEW 360 Tour!
11501 W. 57th Street, Shawnee Kansas
shawneetown.org 913. 248.2360
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We are now hiring for the 2022 aquatics season!
Positions are available for ages 15+
Join
Our Team
cityofshawnee.org/jobs
Questions Contact: Sean Keenan
skeenan@cityofshawnee.org 913.742.6404
Blended Learning Waterpark Lifeguard Classes
Participants will learn the lifesaving skills and knowledge necessary
to respond to aquatic related emergencies. Blended learning
combines online learning with on-site skills sessions where you will
practice skills and demonstrate competency. Upon completion of
this course students receive the American Red Cross certification
in Waterpark Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid and Oxygen
Administration. Location: Civic Centre and Merriam Community
Center Pool.
Prerequisites:
• Minimum 15 years of age at completion of course
• Swim 300 yards continuously
• Tread water for 2 minutes without use of arms
• Retrieve 10 lb brick at 9 ft depth within designated time period
Certification Fee - $225.00
181101-01 Mar 14-17 M-Th 8 am -5pm
181101-02 Apr 8-16 F-Su Times/Dates Vary
COVID Update
Modifications have been made to certification, training and
interview processes to adhere the latest CDC and American Red
Cross guidelines. Please be aware that the dates and times are
subject to change based on conditions.
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Sports Jr. Tae Kwon Do (ages 6 - 10)
This modified curriculum serves as a transition between
NEW! KC Fusion Soccer Workshops (ages 2 - 5) Super Kids and the Adult Tae Kwon Do class, while setting
Enroll your preschooler today to start learning basic skills for the a strong foundation for the adult program. If the student
soccer field, while also working with teammates, learning from chooses to continue in the art, they can progress to the level
a coach and more. No class on 2/15. Instructor: KC Fusion of junior black belt. There is a strong emphasis on courtesy,
integrity, perseverance, self-control, indomitable spirit and
182104-01 Jan 4-18 Tu 11:15am $34 the understanding that everyone makes a difference in the
182104-02 Feb 1-22 Tu 11:15am $34 world. Additional family members may join for ½ price.
182104-03 Mar 1-15 Tu 11:15am $34 Instructor: Master Suzan Crochet
182104-04 Apr 5-19 Tu 11:15am $34
Class Length: 30 minutes 182102-01 Jan 4-25 Tu 5:30pm $42
182102-02 Feb 1-22 Tu 5:30pm $42
If you are interested in recreational 182102-03 Mar 1-29 Tu 5:30pm $42
league play opportunities, please 182102-04 Apr 5-26 Tu 6:00pm $42
visit our community partner to sign up Class Length: 1 hour 20 minutes
at kcfusion.com. Their recreational
program is designed to introduce your
player to the beautiful game in a safe,
fun, low pressure environment. They
have teams for ages 4 to 14, and provide outdoor competition
in the Fall and Spring via in-house leagues.
Super Kids (ages 4 - 6) Sports Sampler (age 3 - 6)
Learn basic Tae Kwon Do skills in a fun environment which Sports Sampler will help prepare children for organized
emphasizes courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and sports by learning the basics of basketball, football, soccer,
indomitable spirit. This class develops self-confidence, self- baseball/softball along with strength & conditioning skills. Your
discipline, and gross motor skills. Additional family members child will practice the motor skill tasks that will gradually build
may join for ½ price. Instructor: Master Suzan Crochet confidence while spending one-on-one quality time with you.
Instructor: Dana Braxton
182101-01 Jan 6-27 Th 6:00pm $22
182101-02 Feb 3-24 Th 6:00pm $22 182103-01 Feb 2-Mar 9 W 6:00pm $45
182101-03 Mar 3-31 Th 6:00pm $22 Class Length: 45 minutes
182101-04 Apr 7-28 Th 6:00pm $22
Class Length: 45 minutes
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Skateboarding 101 (ages 3 - 12) Dance with Me! (ages 1 ½ - 3 with a caregiver)
Ready to learn how to skateboard? In this 4 week class, This class is ideal for the youngest dancers ages 18 months
participants will learn skate park etiquette, balance, basic through 3 years that are just wanting to try out a dance class.
skills and simple tricks. Parents must be present for the Parents attend class with their young dancer to learn introductory
duration of each session. Helmets and a skateboard are fundamentals of ballet! Ballet shoes are recommended.
required; knee and elbow pads are highly recommended. Instructor: Academy of the Arts
Instructor: Dan Mapes, Dan’s Sk8 School
184102-01 Jan 4-Feb 8 Tu 6:30pm $66
182105-01 Apr 23-May 7 Sa 10:00am $45 184102-02 Feb 15-Mar 22 Tu 6:30pm $66
Class Length: 1hour 30 minutes 184102-03 Mar 29-May 3 Tu 6:30pm $66
Location: Swarner Park, 6220 Lackman Road Class Length: 45 minutes
Location: Academy of the Arts Studio, 5413 Martindale Road
Tap/Jazz/Ballet Combo (ages 3 - 6)
Calling all soon-to-be dancers! A great starting point for
beginners, this class will lead you into the various styles of
dance through fun, games, and fundamentals. Pink ballet shoes
and black tap shoes are required, and may be purchased
ahead at the studio. Any color leotard and tights are suggested.
Instructor: Academy of the Arts
184101-01 Jan 4-Feb 8 Tu 5:30pm $66
184101-02 Feb 15-Mar 22 Tu 5:30pm $66
184101-03 Mar 29-May 3 Tu 5:30pm $66
Class Length: 50 minutes
Dance
NEW! Preteen Dance (ages 9 - 12)
This is a great introductory course to dance for Tweens! A Art
variety of styles like contemporary, jazz, ballet and more
will be introduced to give your tween a chance to find one Elementary Drawing (ages 8 - 12)
they might like to go further with… or just have fun learning a Do you have a child who loves to draw and is ready to
new way to move! They’ll learn the fundamentals in a fun and advance and learn some new skills? This is the class for
engaging way and get to make new friends through dance. them! Youth will learn the building blocks to grow in their
Instructor: Academy of the Arts skills. They will practice through creation using multiple
coloring drawing and techniques. They will also have
184103-01 Jan 4-Feb 8 Tu 6:30pm $66 fun doing it! All supplies provided. No class on 2/21.
184103-02 Feb 15-Mar 22 Tu 6:30pm $66 Instructor: Marcianne Wagner-Heaton
184103-03 Mar 29-May 3 Tu 6:30pm $66
Class Length: 45 minutes 185101-01 Jan 24-Mar 7 M 6:30pm $67
185101-02 Mar 21-Apr 18 M 6:30pm $67
Class Length: 1 hour
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Personal Enrichment Shawnee Babysitter Course (ages 11+)
The City of Shawnee departments of Fire, Police and Parks and
Knight School Chess Camp (ages 7 - 12) Recreation along with Johnson County Health Department are
Keep your brain sharp with a new chess tactic each day! proud to put on an in-depth training program for youth looking
Practice with fun videos, music-driven puzzlers for prizes, to start their own babysitting program! Youth will walk away
colorful silicone Tactix bands, & chess clock tourneys! with hands-on experience in safety, age-appropriate care,
Instructor: The Knight School and resources to be a strong resource for families needing
childcare. Lunch is provided.
186103-01 Dec 27-30 M-Th 1:00pm $107
Class Length: 3 hours 186102-01 Jan 3 M 9:00am $20
Class Length: 6 hours
NEW! The Knight School Chess Team (ages 5 - 12)
The Knight School Chess Team is a four month season specifically Unified Community Esports League (ages 11+)
for elementary-age students. (No experience is necessary.) Sign up TODAY to be a part of Shawnee's esports scene, and
Players will enjoy fast chess clocks, collecting colorful silicone attempt to win tons of prizes, from cash to esports swag! Join
wristbands, zany movies, fun chess tourneys, hilarious songs, Team Shawnee for FREE, and you’ll be given access to choose
and a great, fun spirit. New members will receive a t-shirt and the tournaments you want to participate in. Fortnite is free to
chess set! Pay in full and receive a $25 discount. Monthly join, and all the other games are $25 each for the season.
installments are available. Instructor: The Knight School
186104-01 January
186105-01 Jan 5-Apr 27 W 6:00pm $450 186104-02 February
Class Length: 1 hour 15 minutes 186104-03 March
186104-04 April
Class Length: Weekly games
NASA: Journey Into Outerspace (ages 7 - 12)
What a great way to spend Spring Break this year, learning
about and having fun with science! From our Earth’s
atmosphere to the outer reaches of our solar system, this hands-
on program for children ages 7-12 sends them on a quest for
exploration! Comets, planets, stars and more are all waiting
to be discovered. Learn about the four forces of flight, the
challenges of space travel, and participate in a rocket launch!
Call of Duty Warzone Fortnite Madden
Instructor: Mad Science League of Legends Rocket League
NBA 2k Super Smash Bros Ultimate
186101-01 Mar 14-18 M-F 9:00am $145
Class Length: 6 hours
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Healthier Because We Live Here!
Walk With Ease (ages 50+) Hy-Vee Virtual Nutrition Store Tour
No matter if you need relief from arthritis pain or just want to Your Hy-Vee dietitian loves to be in the grocery store where all
be active, the Arthritis Foundation’s six week Walk With Ease the magic happens and wants to take you on a virtual nutrition
program can teach you how to safely make physical activity store tour. During the virtual tour, your dietitian will help you
part of your everyday life. shop to meet your health and wellness goals.
*Reduce the pain and discomfort of arthritis Navigating Nutrition
*Increase balance, strength and walking pace 188302-01 Jan 5 W 12:30pm FREE
*Build confidence in your ability to be physically active Heart Health
*Improve overall health 188302-02 Feb 2 W 12:30pm FREE
The program includes a guidebook and a walking schedule to National Nutrition Month
get you safely moving toward better health. 188302-03 Mar 2 W 12:30pm FREE
Eating Better on a Budget
188301-01 Mar 1-Apr 7 Tu,Th 8:30am FREE 188302-04 Apr 6 W 12:30pm FREE
Length: 1 hour Length: 1 hour
Health & Wellness Challenges
Each FREE challenge is designed to help our community explore, engage, and connect to their own health journeys!
FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL
Heart Health National Nutrition Month Walk 8,000 steps with Ease
Code: 188201-01 Code: 188201-02 Code: 188201-03
Sponsored by Sponsored by Sponsored by
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Sports
Field Lottery
Is your team interested in using a Shawnee Parks and Recreation
field for practice this summer? Registration for the Field Lottery
will begin January 4, 2022. Teams are required to submit a
roster showing all players, addresses and ages. A minimum of
50% of the players must be Shawnee residents. The lottery closes
at Noon on Friday, February 18 and teams will reserve fields,
based on the draw, Friday, February 25. Contact the Parks and
Recreation Department at parksandrec@cityofshawnee.org or
913.631.5200 if you have questions.
Registration Fee - $5
182202-01
Volleyball Play (18+)
Grab your friends and join us at the Civic Centre for open
volleyball play! Bring your own volleyball. However, no Pickleball for Rookies (ages 50+)
teams are allowed. To save your spot in line all dates It might be a funny name, but pickleball is seriously FUN
require pre-registration with payment at the time of sport! Played on a court that is slightly smaller than a tennis
registration. Space is limited and the cost is per time slot. court and uses a paddle and wiffle ball, Pickleball is a cross
No Volleyball 1/17 and 2/21 between badminton and tennis. Learn the rules, etiquette,
and basic strategy of this unique game. Equipment provided.
182208 Jan 4-Apr 28 Tu,Th 10:00am $1 No class on 2/23. Instructor: Don Swartz
182209 Jan 3-Apr 25 M 5:45pm $5
182302-01 Feb 2-Feb 23 W 1:00pm $36
Pickleball Play (all ages) Class Length: 1 hour 30 minutes
This sport is a blend of tennis, badminton, and ping pong,
created for a variety of skill levels and ages. You do not need Tae Kwon-Do (ages 7+)
a partner and equipment is provided. To save your spot in A family that kicks together sticks together! Learn the basics while
line all dates require pre-registration with payment at the time developing courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and
of registration. Space is limited and the cost is per time slot. an indomitable spirit. This international sport is also a form of
No pickleball 1/17, 2/21 or 4/17 self-defense. The format of the class is designed for individuals
and families. Additional family members may join for ½ price.
182205 Jan 3-Apr 29 M,W,F 9:00am $1 Instructor: Master Suzan Crochet
182206 Jan 9-Apr 24 Su 5:30pm $5
Length: 3 hours 182201-01 Jan 4-27 Tu, Th 7:00pm $45
182201-02 Feb 1-24 Tu, Th 7:00pm $45
Pickleball Kickstart Clinic (ages 50+) 182201-03 Mar 1-31 Tu, Th 7:00pm $45
This crash course in pickleball rules and etiquette will start 182201-04 Apr 5-28 Tu, Th 7:00pm $45
the ball rolling in your love for this lifelong sport! Equipment Class Length: 1 hour
provided. Instructor: Don Swartz.
182301-01 Jan 26 W 5:30pm $12
182301-02 Jan 27 Th 1:00pm $12
Class Length: 2 hours
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Tai Chi & Qigong Meditation (ages 18+)
Harvard Health called Tai Chi “medication in motion” for all
the many health issues it can treat. Best-selling author teaches
sitting qigong meditation and visualization to lower stress,
provide well-being, burn calories, provide cardiovascular
benefit, and improve sports performance. No class 4/30.
Instructor: Bill Douglas
183201-01 Jan 8-Feb 26 Sa 9:30am $108
183201-02 Mar 12-May 7 Sa 9:30am $108
Class Length: 90 minutes
Health & Fitness
PIYO (ages 18+)
NEW! Yoga for Joint Pain and Stiffness (ages 50+) It’s Pilates, no it’s Yoga, no it’s Pilates… Wait, it’s both! Enjoy the
Powered by AdventHealth, our yoga therapist will guide you benefits of Yoga such as breathing management and relaxation
through exercises designed to improve joint health and reduce and the flexibility and toning of Pilates. Your legs, arms, stomach,
discomfort. All levels welcome. Instructor: Advent Health back and soul will thank you each week! Please bring a mat
and towel. Instructor: Kathy Ray
183307-01 Feb 4-25 F 1:00pm $42
Class Length: 1 hour 183202-01 Jan 4-27 Tu, Th 8:30am $42
183202-02 Feb 1-24 Tu, Th 8:30am $42
NEW! Yoga for Back Pain (ages 18+) 183202-03 Mar 1-31 Tu, Th 8:30am $52
In partnership with AdventHealth, we are excited to offer this 183202-04 Apr 5-28 Tu, Th 8:30am $42
class where you can start learning how to move and find relief Class Length: 55 minutes
for your back pain. Our yoga therapist will guide you through
exercises that safely relieve tension, increase flexibility, and
build strength. All levels welcome. Instructor: Advent Health
183209-01 Feb 28 - Mar 21 M 5:30pm $42
Class Length: 1 hour
WERQ Dance Fitness (ages 18+)
WERQ is the wildly addictive cardio dance fitness class
based on trending pop and hip-hop music. WERQ is a pre-
choreographed workout with new routines made available Vinyasa Yoga (ages 18+)
weekly. WERQ is a rapid-fire class to get a high calorie burn, Vinyasa Yoga is a type of yoga which connects breath to smooth,
so expect to move a lot while following the Instructor’s cues. All flowing movement which is suitable for all ages & fitness levels.
fitness and dance levels are welcome with zero judgement; the This class allows participants to relieve stress, build strength,
focus is on moving, sweating, and having fun in a supportive flexibility, better balance & posture, and cardiovascular health.
space where you can come to feel challenged and meet new Bring your mat and join us while we exercise to motivating
friends in this nonstop WERQout! Instructor: Anne Dresie music. Instructor: Kathy Ray
183204-01 Jan 5-26 W 9:30am $24 183208-01 Jan 5-26 W 6:30pm $28
183204-02 Feb 2-23 W 9:30am $24 183208-02 Feb 2-23 W 6:30pm $28
183204-03 Mar 2-30 W 9:30am $30 183208-03 Mar 2-30 W 6:30pm $35
183204-04 Apr 6-27 W 9:30am $24 183208-04 Apr 6-27 W 6:30pm $28
Class Length: 50 minutes Class Length: 55 minutes
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Morning Mix (ages 18+)
Kickstart your mornings with fitness at its finest. Using a
mix of styles such as step, strengthening, toning, and a
small taste of bootcamp, energize your daily routine with
this full body workout. This is a challenging workout, but
participants are encouraged to work at their own pace.
No class 1/17 and 2/21. Instructor: Lori Meyer
183205-01 Jan 3-31 M,W,F 8:00am $35
183205-02 Feb 2-28 M,W,F 8:00am $35
183205-03 Mar 2-30 M,W,F 8:00am $35
183205-04 Apr 4-29 M,W,F 8:00am $35
Class Length: 55 minutes
HIIT Me Up! (ages 18+)
Want a total body reset? Beat the boredom with a mix of High
Intensity Interval, Circuit, and Step Training. If you’re looking for
full body toning, cardio, and flexibility training all in one, HIIT Zumba Gold (ages 50+)
Me Up! Instructor: Ronni Ward A perfect class for active adults or anyone who is looking for a
modified class that recreates the original Zumba moves at a lower
183203-01 Jan 5-26 W 5:30pm $28 intensity. The class introduces easy-to-follow choreography that
183203-02 Feb 2-23 W 5:30pm $28 focuses on balance, motion and coordination. It will also burn
183203-03 Mar 2-30 W 5:30pm $35 calories, increase metabolism, relieve stress, and probably be
183203-04 Apr 6-27 W 5:30pm $28 the most fun 45 minutes of your day! You and your new Zumba
Class Length: 55 minutes friends will enjoy rhythms such as Salsa, Merengue, Cha-
Cha, Swing and more! Participants should wear comfortable
Zumba (ages 18+) clothing and appropriate footwear for a dance/exercise class
Take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and and bring water. Come ready to sweat and expect to leave
high-intensity moves in an interval-style, calorie-burning empowered and stronger! Instructor: Geniya Khakalova
dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms
take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often 183302-01 Jan 8-29 Sa 9:45am $24
called exercise in disguise. Super effective and super fun! 183302-02 Feb 5-26 Sa 9:45am $24
Instructor: Geniya Khakalova 183302-03 Mar 5-26 Sa 9:45am $24
183302-04 Apr 2-30 Sa 9:45am $30
183206-01 Jan 6-27 Th 6:00pm $24 Class Length: 45 minutes
183206-02 Feb 3-24 Th 6:00pm $24
183206-03 Mar 3-31 Th 6:00pm $30 Step Up Shawnee (ages 50+)
183206-04 Apr 7-28 Th 6:00pm $24 Walk for fun. Walk with friends. Walk for FREE! Step up to
183207-01 Jan 8-29 Sa 8:30am $24 better health with your fellow Shawnee residents. Stop by
183207-02 Feb 5-26 Sa 8:30am $24 the Shawnee Civic Centre Monday through Friday between
183207-03 Mar 5-26 Sa 8:30am $24 8:00am and 9:00am to get your joints moving and your heart
183207-04 Apr 2-30 Sa 8:30am $30 rate up. No Walking Club 1/17 and 2/21
Class Length: 55 minutes
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Fit After Fifty (ages 50+) Arthritis Exercise (ages 50+)
A low impact aerobics class designed to help you feel better, An exercise program specifically designed for people with
look better and can event help prevent health problems! arthritis and fibromyalgia. You will use gentle activities to help
With this four day a week class, pick your own flexible increase joint flexibility and range of motion. Let this class help
schedule with a 6-, 12- or 18-punch card. Each day features you maintain muscle strength and increases overall stamina.
a different type of exercise! No class 1/17, and 2/21. Participants must have their doctor’s consent before beginning
Instructor: Debbie Shearer this exercise program. Instructor: Debbie Shearer
12 class punch card 183303-02 Feb 1-24 Tu,Th 11:00am $28
183301-01 Jan 3-Mar 31 M-Th 8:15am $45 183303-03 Mar 1-31 Tu,Th 11:00am $35
6 class punch card 183303-04 Apr 5-28 Tu,Th 11:00am $28
183301-02 Jan 3-Mar 31 M-Th 8:15am $24 Class Length: 1 hour
Class Length: 1 hour
Senior Tai Chi (ages 50+)
Tai Chi consists of breathing exercises and a series of postures
that flow into one another through connecting transition
moves. These slow, graceful, precise body movements are
said to improve body awareness and enhance strength and
coordination while helping the participant achieve inner
peace. Watch your strength, flexibility, and mental awareness
increase. Instructor: Debbie Shearer
Beginner
183304-02 Feb 3-24 Th 9:00am $14
183304-03 Mar 3-31 Th 9:00am $18
183304-04 Apr 7-28 Th 9:00am $14
Intermediate
183305-02 Feb 1-22 Tu 9:15am $14 Dance
183305-03 Mar 1-29 Tu 9:15am $18
183305-04 Apr 5-26 Tu 9:15am $14
Advanced
Country Dance Lessons (ages 18+)
Do you enjoy all types of country dance? Join other dance
183306-02 Feb 3-24 Th 9:00am $14
enthusiasts on Sundays from 6:30-9:00pm for lessons and
183306-03 Mar 3-31 Th 9:00am $18
practice. We recommend beginners join us for the first hour
183306-04 Apr 7-28 Th 9:00am $14
where beginning line dances will be taught. The second hour
Class Length: 1 hour
will be devoted to intermediate line dances and the remaining
30 minutes will be time to practice. Pre-registration is required.
No lessons 2/13. Instructor: Shawn Kuse
184202 Jan 9-Apr 24 Su 6:30pm $5
Class Length: 2 hours 30 minutes
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Painting with Watercolor - Beginner to Intermediate
(ages 18+)
Let your creativity roll with the wonderful world of watercolors!
This is for budding painters looking for the next step in their
journey ranging from beginners to intermediates! Each session
will begin with instruction and demonstration of techniques.
New students may bring the supplies they already have to the
first class, or they may contact the Instructor for a supply list.
Instructor: Michelle Meade
185302-01 Mar 2-Apr 6 W 10:00am $65
Class Length: 2 hours
Arts and Crafts
Knitting for Newbies (ages 18+)
In this class you will make a quick-knit project for yourself or for
a gift. Learn basic knitting techniques, including knit and purl
stitches, cast on and much more. If you’ve never knitted or need
to refresh your skills this is the class for you! No class 1/17.
Instructor: Cheryl Murray
385201-01 Jan 10-31 M 6:30pm $25
Class Length: 2 hours
Knit a Boxy Summer Lace Topper (ages 18+)
Learn a variety of knitted lace stitches & use them to create a
warm weather topper. Relaxed fit & minimal shaping make this
a project that anyone can appreciate. Class will meet every
other week to allow time to complete the project. You should
already know how to cast on, knit, & purl before enrolling.
Picture Book Boot Camp (ages 18+)
No class 3/7, 3/21, 4/4. Instructor: Cheryl Murray
Have you dreamed of writing and/or illustrating your own
children’s book? Maybe to get published or something for your
185202-01 Feb 28-Apr 11 M 6:30pm $40
family to treasure forever? Then this is a perfect opportunity to
Class Length: 2 hours
learn from a Member of the Society of Children's Book Writers
and Illustrators. Learn the basic structure and elements of a
Painting with Watercolor - Basics (ages 18+) picture book, from writing to storyboarding. Hear from the
Are you interested in starting a new hobby or coming back to experts of what they want in today’s picture book market. You’ll
an old passion of painting? This three week techniques course also learn how to format your manuscript and discover the
will help you learn the absolute basics to get started; different resources for submissions. Instructor: Michelle Meade
kinds of beginner techniques, fundamentals of design, brush
and paint usage, etc. Produce paintings on a wide range of 185203-01 Mar 5-19 Sat 10:00am $55
subjects. This is a perquisite for those who’ve never painted Class Length: 2 hours
before or looking to get back into it! A supply list will be
provided before the first class. Instructor: Michelle Meade
185301-01 Feb 9-23 W 10:00am $32
Class Length: 2 hours
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Family Paint Parties (ages 8 and up) NEW! Drawing the Self-Portrait (ages 18+)
This isn’t your regular party, it is a paint party! Families will This class is created for beginner to intermediate artists
love the opportunity to connect and create together during interested in exploring the self-portrait. This class will acquaint
this guided painting process. All supplies are included. Each students with the concept of the self-portrait in art and learn
participant will create their own painting. Price include one methods to create their own with the use of graphite and
adult/one child. Additional family members save $10 each. colored pencils. They will look to examples of self-portraits from
Instructor: Michelle Meade the past and work from studying their own reflections from a
mirror to learn to produce an accurate depiction of themselves.
Valentine’s Day Instructor: Kelly Brown
185204-01 Feb 12 Sa 10:00am $35
Hippity-Hop 185207-01 Feb 23-Mar 9 W 6:00pm $45
185205-01 Mar 26 Sa 10:00am $35 Class Length: 2 hours
Class Length: 2 hours
NEW! Spring Florals in Watercolor and Ink (ages 18+)
This class is designed for artists at any level. This class will acquaint
students with depicting a still life subject using watercolor and ink.
The student will work from life as they observe an arrangement
of flowers and will learn how to translate what they see onto
a 2D surface. The student will learn how to approach a still life
painting and will learn basic composition, visual components
such as form, shape, line, light, and color, as well as a variety of
drawing and painting techniques. They will explore the colors,
forms, and beauty found in the seasonal floral arrangements.
Instructor: Kelly Brown
185208-01 Mar 16-30 W 6:00pm 45
Class Length: 2 hours
Personal Enrichment
NEW! Crazy Bishops (ages 18+)
By popular demand of parents and grandparents tired of
NEW! Cookie Painting Workshop (ages 18+) being crushed by their children, Crazy Bishops is The Knight
This class is designed to teach students how to make beautiful School’s weekly chess class offering for adults only. This class
hand-painted cookies! Students will learn watercolor-like teaches our phenomenal curriculum to any adult beginner
techniques for cookie painting. Already baked sugar cookies who wants to have a good time learning chess. This is a fun-
with royal icing will be provided. We will be working with loving and high-energy approach to transforming perfect
Valentine-themed cookies; from hearts to flowers, a variety of beginner adults into chess masters. Class participants get a
shaped cookies will be provided and ready for any individual's t-shirt, chess set plus weekly online tournaments. No class 4/17.
artistic touch. Students will get to take home the cookies they’ve Instructor: The Knight School
painted and the skills they’ve learned to share with others.
Instructor: Kelly Brown 186205-01 Mar 6-27 Su 1:00pm $112
186205-02 Apr 3-24 Su 1:00pm $112
185206-01 Feb 9 W 6:00pm $25 Class Length: 1 hour 15 minutes
Class Length: 2 hours
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Retirement Class
Are you starting to plan, planning, or wanting to retire? This
class is for YOU. Come learn about Retirement Funds (401k,
403b, 457b, 412e, IRAs), Social Security, Taxes, Health Care,
etc. from a registered investment advisor. Bring your questions,
too! Instructor: Robert E. Bell, Ch.F.C. C.L.U.
186204-01 Feb 16 W 6:30pm $8
Class Length: 1 hour
Intro to Bee Keeping (ages 18+)
Bees play a role in many of our lives! Join our class and find out
more about the insect that has always intrigued you. If you want
to raise bees, or already have bees this class will be for you. This
two session class will cover basic beekeeping tasks, necessary
equipment, building materials, ways to get bees, what to
look for in the hive, diseases identification, how to get honey
from the hive to the jar and much more. Bring your questions!
Instructor: John Speckman
186207-01 Feb 18-19 F-Sa varies $30
186207-02 Mar 11-12 F-Sa varies $30
Class Length: Friday: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Backyard Chickens (ages 18+)
There is something about fresh eggs for breakfast! We
will discuss the basics of chicken behavior, feeding, coop
needs, chicken health and so much more! We will provide
Shawnee 101 (ages 18+) information regarding Shawnee backyard chicken ordinances.
Have you ever wondered how our city works? Join us for a
Instructor: Vonnie Fisher
very informative overview of city services. We will discuss
where revenue comes from, how it is spent, and plans for the
186203-01 Mar 5 Sa 10:00am $13
future. You will leave with a greater understanding of how your
186203-02 Apr 9 Sa 10:00am $13
community works and what makes Shawnee shine! Although
Class Length: 2 hours
this class is free and open to the public, pre-registration is
Location: Shawnee Town 1929, 11501 W 57th Street
recommended. Instructor: Shawnee City Manager
186202-01 Feb 23 W 9:00am FREE
Class Length: 1 hour 30 minutes
Location: Online via Zoom
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Registration Fee
$30 each class
SenCom, Senior Computer Users, is a not for profit organization of seniors who chose to develop skills that allow them to complete
a variety of computer tasks. All classes are held at the SenCom Computer lab at 6501 Quivira. Classes are approximately
3 hours, and taught by experienced Instructors. For information on SenCom Membership, call 913.298.0575 or visit kcsenior.net.
Class Title Code # Date Time
Beginning Computer Workshop 186301-01 Th, Jan 6 1:00pm
Internet Basics 186303-01 Tu, Jan 11 1:00pm
Windows 10 186304-01 Tu Jan 18 1:00pm
Computer Maintenance 186302-01 Th, Jan 20 1:00pm
Windows Essential Tools 186321-01 Tu, Jan 25 1:00pm
Using Email 186310-01 Th, Jan 27 1:00pm
Digital Notebook 186313-01 Tu, Feb 1 1:00pm
Organizing Files and Folders 186308-01 Tu, Feb 8 1:00pm
Basic Microsoft Word 186301-01 Tu, Feb 15 1:00pm
Transfer, Organize, and Edit Photos 186320-01 Th, Feb 17 9:00am
The Cloud 186311-01 Tu, Feb 22 1:00pm
Windows 11 186304-02 Th, Feb 24 9:00am
Intro to iPad/iPhone 186315-01 Th, Mar 3 1:00pm
Intro to Android Tables & Phones 186317-01 Th, Mar 10 1:00pm
Google's Other Features 186309-01 Tu, Mar 15 9:00am
Introduction to Facebook 186305-01 Tu, Mar 22 1:00pm
Windows 11 186304-03 Th, Mar 24 1:00pm
Internet Browser Features 186316-01 Tu, Mar 29 9:00am
Beginning Computer Workshop 186301-02 Tu, Apr 5 1:00pm
Internet Basics 186303-02 Tu, Apr 12 1:00pm
Windows Essential Tools 186321-02 Tu, Apr 19 9:00am
*The Intro to iPad class is held at The Shawnee Civic Centre, 13817 Johnson Drive.
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Come explore with Shawnee Mission Trips! All trips depart from and return to the Shawnee Civic Centre, 13817 Johnson
Drive. Each trip has its own individual registration and cancellation deadline. All trips must meet the minimum enrollment by the
registration deadline, although they may fill up prior to this date. If space remains, additional registrations may be taken until full.
Call 913.631.5200 for more information or to register! 2022 Trip registration opens on Tuesday, January 5th.
2022 Travel Showcase (ages 50+) Stops Along the Santa Fe Trail (ages 50+)
Shawnee and Mission are back for another great year of trips We're heading down the Santa Fe Trail! We'll load up and
and travel! We can't wait to show you the exciting trips we've explore over 25 historical sites in Council Grove, KS. After
planned! Join us at our Travel Showcase for the first opportunity exploring the Post Office Oak Museum and Seth Hays Home,
to register for 2022 trips! Refreshments provided, with a chance we will enjoy a chicken fried chicken lunch with all the fixins at
to win one of our door prizes. Admission is FREE! Pre-registration the famous Hays House, shopping downtown. After lunch we
is not required, but appreciation. will hop on board our comfortable motorcoach with a step on
guide for a tour around Council Grove and it's 25 historical
187300-01 Jan 5 W 10:00am FREE sites! Before heading home, we will swing by the Trail Days
Location: Shawnee Civic Centre, 13817 Johnson Drive Cafe and Museum for one last sweet treat!
187300-02 Jan 5 W 1:30pm FREE
Location: Powell Community Center, 6200 Martway 187304-01 Apr 22 F $103
Depart: 8:35am - Return: 7:30pm
Prairie Band Casino (ages 50+)
Descriptor: Travel with us to Prairie Band Casino! Grab your Cinco de Mayo at Jefferson Hill Winery (ages 50+)
lucky rabbit’s foot and enjoy 5 hours of gaming with $10 of We’re heading back to Jefferson Hill Winery! Nestled in the
Prairie Cash and a $10 food voucher! Don’t forget your rolling hills of Northeast Kansas we will enjoy sweeping fives of
government issued photo ID. nature’s beauty and the Jefferson Hill vines. We will celebrate
Cinco de Mayo with a homemade Mexican fiesta! Following
187301-01 Jan 13 Th $27 lunch we will enjoy a tour and history of the winery with the
Depart: 8:20am - Return: 4:30pm owners themselves!
Stone’s Throw Dinner Theater (ages 50+) 287301-01 May 5 Th $81
We’re headed to Carthage, MO for dinner and a show. Sit Depart: 11:00am - Return: 4:00pm
back, relax and enjoy the scenery on the drive down, then we’ll
watch a production “Of Mice & Men” while we dine. Summer on the Farm (ages 50+)
Life is sweet on the farm! Join us as we explore two central
187302-01 Feb 6 Su $81 Missouri farms. From Clydesdales to lavender we will see
Depart: 10:00am - Return: 7:50pm animals, farms and gardens! We'll kick the day off at Warm
Springs Ranch. Home of the famous Budweiser Clydesdales.
Kansas Crossing & CHICKEN! (ages 50+) We hope to even meet the newest spring foals! After the tour
Head south with us to visit the KS Crossing Casino in Pittsburg, we will enjoy lunch at the Rocheport General Store. Nestled in
KS. After 4 hours of gaming, we’ll jet over to Chicken Mary’s the heart of downtown Rocheport, MO this quaint general store
and see how it compares to the Chicken Annie’s down the is a staple in town! After lunch we will head to The Lookout Farm.
road! Player’s receive a $20 player’s card at casino. Don’t The smells are free on this family owned lavender farm. Life truly
forget your government issued ID or you can’t play! is sweeter on the farm! The sweetness doesn't end there, we'll
swing by Russell Stover on our way back home!
187303-01 Mar 23 W $69
Depart: 8:35am - Return: 7:30pm 287302-01 June 9 Th $99
Depart: 7:25am - Return: 7:05pm
Visit cityofshawnee.org/trips for more exciting trips and tours in 2022!
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Kids Ukulele 101 Class Intermediate Ukulele
Join in the fun at Shawnee Town 1929 for a fun introduction Welcome back! Instructor David Firman, Ukulele teacher and
to playing to ukulele! This class is geared toward beginners Founding Member of the Kansas City Ukesters, returns to lead
and instruments are provided! Kids will learn tuning, strumming, this follow-up to his “Ukulele for Beginners” class. Participants
and a number of easy chords and familiar songs to play, along will continue building on the fundamentals, using some familiar
with (hopefully) the interest to keep learning! Handouts of all tunes with slightly more advanced chords, along with an intro
featured songs during the class are included. Open to Children to finger picking and more advanced strums. Please note:
10 and under, each student must be accompanied by an adult. we recommend all participants complete the Beginners class
before registering for this session. Instruments are provided.
195101-01 Mar 26 Sa 11:00am $7
Class Length: 1 hour 195202-01 Mar 9 W 7:00pm $8
Location: Shawnee Town 1929 Museum, 11501 West 57th St 195202-01 Mar 10 Th 7:00pm $8
Class Length: 1 hour
Location: Museum Town Hall, 11600 Johnson Drive
Spring into Shawnee Town!
Friday, March 18 • 10:00am - 2:00pm
Spring Break would not be complete without a day spent
working on the farm! Take your family back time with an
interactive hands-on walk through of our 1920s truck farm and
town. Kids can help with chores including laundry, tending the
chickens, spring gardening, cooking in the farmhouse, washing
cars, working at the grocery store, and more. PLUS enjoy music
lessons in our bandstand, from 10:30am to 12:30pm!
Ukulele for Beginners
Join us for a fun night strumming one of the most popular musical
instruments of the 1920s! Instructor David Firman, Ukulele
teacher and Founding Member of the Kansas City Ukesters,
will be leading this beginner’s ukulele workshop for adults and
teach the basics. Instruments are provided. Participants will
leave with a basic introduction to the fundamentals along with
sheet music for a variety of popular tunes.
195201-01 Jan 19 W 7:00pm $8
195201-02 Jan 20 Th 7:00pm $8
195201-03 Feb 16 W 7:00pm $8
195201-04 Feb 17 Th 7:00pm $8
Class Length: 1 hour
Location: Museum Town Hall, 11600 Johnson Drive
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• Affordable Rates
• Resident Discount
• Outdoor Fireplaces
HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT WITH US!
Shawnee Parks & Recreation has the perfect venue for your next event.
Big or small, indoors or out, there is something for everyone!
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Splash Pad/Pool
Sand Volleyball
Baseball Field
Roller Hockey
Green Space
Picnic Tables
Soccer Field
Tennis Court
Walking Trail
Park Shelter
Sport Fields
Playground
Rolle Bolle
Skate Park
Basketball
Restrooms
Public Art
Acerage
Swings
Fishing
Shawnee Park Inventory
(Developed)
Blackfish Recreational Trail 80.18 2.10
Midland & Blackfish Parkway
Caenen .45
12400 Johnson Drive
Charles J. Stump 60.4 6 2 7 .64
4875 Woodland Drive
Clear Creek Recreational Trail 27.26 3.12
6203 Monticello
Donald B. Gamblin, Jr. 13.1 .72
6202 Monticello
Douglas Highlands .58
6321 Switzer Lane
Erfurt 20.1 2 2 S .68
24255 W. 71st Street
Garrett 33.87 1 1 2 3 1.02
22325 W. 47th Street
Gum Springs 18.8 4 2 .76
11524 W. 67th Street
Herman Laird 5.9 1 3
11600 Johnson Drive
Jaycee 1.22
6815 Quivira
John F. Lynch 3.16 P
5800 King Street
KCP&L 10.35 .36
12601 W. 51st Street
Listowel 8.54 1 2 .48
12003 W. 71st Street
Monticello Springs 9.82 2 .50
7990 Monticello Road
Ox Bow 4.45 1 .38
6020 Nieman Road
Pflumm/Bichelmeyer 6.02 2 P .37
5920 Pflumm Road
Pioneer Crossing 1.97
10401 Shawnee Mission Parkway
Quivira Glenn 9.73 1 1 .36
13630 W. 51st Street
Sister Cities .44 1
5805 King Street
Swarner 32.43 1 3 .91
6220 Lackman
Thomas A. Soetaert 1.07
13424 W. 61st Street
Trail Scout .65
10922 Shawnee Mission Parkway
Van Lerberg Memorial 2.27
4701 Nieman
Veteran’s Tribute 2.73
13605 Johnson Drive
Water District 1.56 1
11720 W. 49th Terrace
Water Tower .5 1
11312 W. 70th Street
West Flanders 9.41 2 .51
10920 W. 55th Street
Wilder Bluff 41.88 1 S 1.38
24200 W 55th StreetShawnee Parks & Recreation PRSRT STD
13817 Johnson Drive US Postage
Shawnee, KS 66203 PAID
Olathe, KS
Permit # 609
Shawnee Parks and Recreation
Shawnee Civic Centre Shawnee Town 1929 Park Maintenance
13817 Johnson Drive 11501 W. 57th Street 12321 Johnson Drive
Shawnee, Kansas 66216 Shawnee, Kansas 66203 Shawnee, KS 66203
913.631.5200 913.248.2360 913.742.6440
Office Hours Office Hours
Monday - Friday Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm 8:00am - 5:00pm
Building Hours Visitor Center and Museum Hours
Due to COVID-19 please call the Open March to October
facility to confirm the current hours of Tuesday - Saturday
operation. 10:00am - 4:30pm
Class Locations
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