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Summer Recreation
Programs
Summer
Recreation
Programs
Sponsored by City of Sidney
Parks & Recreation Department
937.498.8155
[email protected]
Office Hours: M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Introduction
The City of Sidney and the Parks and Recreation Department would
like to welcome you to our 2017 summer programs. We hope you
enjoy all of our clinics. Have a great summer!
Table of Contents
Participation Form ..................................................... 2
2017 Clinic Schedule................................................. 3
Stories in the Park ..................................................... 4
Arts & Crafts .............................................................. 5
New Clinics.............................................................. 10
Lunch Program ........................................................ 11
Summer Backpack Program ................................... 12
Sidney Water Park .................................................. 13
Summer Swimming Lessons ................................... 14
Tawawa Park ........................................................... 15
Summer
Programs
Summer Programs
June65th
- August 12,
11th,2016
2017
June
- August
All clinics are free & offer an opportunity for all participants to improve their skills and
techniques.
*Please fill out the following and mail back this portion to the Parks and Recreation Dept. at
201 W. Poplar Street, Sidney, Ohio 45365 or drop off in person to Parks & Recreation Dept.,
415 S. Vandemark Road, Sidney, Ohio.
Participants name: ________________________________________________________
Home/Cell Ph.: _________________ Current Age:_____ Entering Grade:_____________
Emergency Contact:__________________ Ph. (Home/Cell:) _______________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
Parents (legal guardian’s name): ______________________________________________
Any allergies: ____________________________________________________________
Doctor’s Name: __________________________________________________________
IMPORTANT: The following MUST be signed in order for your child to participate in
activities for which you are not present: We, the undersigned, do give permission for our son/
daughter to participate in the below summer program(s). We do hereby expressly waive
any and all claims and rights of whatever nature, which may arise against the city of Sidney,
Sidney Parks and Recreation Dept., Sidney Recreation Director, the supervisory staff, or their
agents or servants, as a result of injuries incurred by our son/daughter while participating in
this program.
Date:_____________
Signature of Parent/Guardian:________________________________________________
*All participants must be signed up before participating in any and all activities.
**Please list events and sessions your child will be participating in:
1. ___________________________________ 5. _______________________________
2. ___________________________________ 6. _______________________________
3. ___________________________________ 7. _______________________________
4. ____________________________________ 8. _______________________________
IMPORTANT: I give permission for our son/daughter’s picture to be taken by the City of
Sidney Parks staff and/or Sidney Daily News:
Signature of Parent/Guardian:_________________________________________________
Date:_____________
Swim Lessons Only:
2016
Recreation
Program________
~ Page 3
Does your child have ear tubes? ________ Has
yourSummer
child had
lessons before?
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2017 Clinic Schedule
Pre-Fishing Derby:
Instructor: Gary Ginter - Semi-Pro Fisherman
June 20th & 21st, 2017 at Tawawa Lake at Tawawa Park
9:30 - 10:30 a.m. - Grades K-8
Participants need to bring fishing poles. Participants will learn basic
ways to cast, pitch and flip fishing poles; use of basic types of lures
versus live bait; basic ways to increase their fish catching ability and
to tie a good knot. Also, Gary will be displaying his fishing boat that
he uses during his fishing competition. Come and learn how to properly fish. Gary’s sponsors are Phoenix Boats, Strike King Lures and
Cast-a-way Rod. Must pre-register by June 15th, 2017.
Fishing Derby:
Sponsored by: Dr. Alvetro’s Office
Instructor: Parks & Recreation Dept.
June 22nd at Tawawa Lake in Tawawa Park
9:00 am Check-in
9:15 am Derby Begins
10:15 am Derby Ends
K-8
Participants should bring their own
fishing tackle, pole, bait and bucket.
Prizes will be awarded as follows:
1. Most Fish; 2. Biggest Fish; 3. Smallest Fish;
Must Pre-register by June 15th, 2017.
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2017 Stories In The Parks
Hosted by: Sidney Parks and Recreation in conjunction with Amos
Memorial Library. Offered each Wednesday from June 14th - July 26th
at 11:00 a.m. Included in the 30-45 minute session
will be stories and some group activities.
No registration is necessary.
The program schedule is as follows:
June 14th
Green Tree Park
June 21st
Riverbend Park
June 28th
Orbison Park
July 5th
Harmon Park
July 12th
Sherman Park
July 19th
Deam Park
July 26th
Chief O’Leary Park
If inclement weather occurs Stories in the Park will take place at
Amos Memorial Library in the Art Gallery.
Pool Games, Events & Fun:
Sponsored by: Sidney Body CarStar
Instructors: Parks & Recreation Dept.
August 3rd at Sidney Water Park
9:30 - 10:15 am
K-6
We will offer relay races, balloon toss and
biggest splash contest. Come and have a great morning at the water park.
Must pre-register by August 1st, 2017.
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Movie Day
Sponsored by: Dr. Alvetro’s Office
Movie Day at the Senior Center at 304 S. West Avenue
June 9th, 2017
K-8
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Popcorn will be served, & water.
A rated G to PG movie will be shown
those days. Parents are welcome to stay and watch the moving with
their children. Must pre-register by June 8th, 2017.
Arts & Crafts
Sponsored by: Sidney Body CarStar
Instructors: Parks & Recreation Dept.
New Craft Each Week
9:30 - 10:15 a.m.
June 16th Humphrey Park
June 23rd Brown Park
August 4th Deam Park
2:30 - 3:15 p.m.
June 30th Greentree Park
July 7th
Sherman Park
Please pre-register for each date.
Art In The Park Clinic
Instructor: Gateway Arts Council
June 6th-8th, 2017 at Custenborder Field Shelter Area
K-8
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Participants will make a new art project each
day with the leaders from Gateway Arts Council.
Must pre-register by May 2017.
Limited to 40 participants.
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Checking Out The Creek:
Instructor: Lynda Adams with Soil & Water Conservation
July 6th at Tawawa Park at the creek. Meet at Geib Pavilion.
K-3 1:30 - 2:30 pm
4-8 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Participants MUST wear tennis
shoes or shoes that strap on their
feet. NO FLIP FLOPS.
Participants will be wading in the
water and using nets to try and catch
living organisms living in the water.
Be prepared to get wet.
Must pre-register by July 1st 2017.
Tennis:
Instructors: Donavan Gregory
June 8th & 9th, 2017 9:00-10:00 a.m.
at Sidney High School Tennis Courts
Learn, improve, be competitive.
For beginners, intermediate and advanced.
Open to all students going into 6th, 7th,
8th, or 9th, grades.
Need to pre-register by June 1st, 2017.
Explore Nature at Tawawa Park
Instructors: Ranger Justin Aselage
July 12th at Geib Pavilion
K-6 Grade 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Learn about different types of animals, plants, trees, etc., that live
and grow in Tawawa Park. Ranger Aselage will have pictures of
the different types of animals, plants, and trees. The Ranger will be
happy to answer any questions about the park as well.
Need to pre-register by July 5th, 2017.
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Walk in the Park
Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept.
Takes steps to get fit while exploring nature in our beautiful Tawawa
Park. Kids will explore different trails. Meet at Geib Pavilion in
Tawawa Park. Please be sure that kids wear comfortable walking
shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty. Kids will walk between 1-2
miles per session.
Every Monday and Wednesday from July 3rd through July 19th
Grades: K-8
9:30-10:15 a.m. Geib Pavilion at Tawawa Park
Must pre-register by July 1st, 2017.
KIDS IN MOTION
Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept.
Get children moving by introducing them to physical activity in a
fun, non-competitive environment. This clinic will include organized
sports, games, fitness demos, and guided walks.
Every Tuesday & Thursday from July 11th through July 20th, 2017.
Grades: K-8
9:30-10:15 a.m. Geib Pavilion at Tawawa Park
Must pre-register by July 7th, 2017.
Dance
Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept.
Boogie down…Children will learn different dance moves and line dancing.
July 19th & 20th, 2017
Grades 3-8 2:30-3:30 Deam Park
Must pre-register by June 2017.
Kids Water Aerobics
Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept.
Children will learn how to exercise in the water.
Children must know how to swim. Swimsuits and towels are
required. Limited space is available, sign up early.
August 1st, 2017
Grades 3-8 9:30-10:00
Sidney Water Park
Must pre-register by July 28th, 2017.
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Everything that Flies
Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept.
Each session, we will explore something that flies
from birds, planes and kites. Each session will be
held at the shelter house at Custenborder Fields.
Grades K-3
June 9th
2:30-3:30 explore about birds
June 16th 2:30-3:30 explore about planes
June 23rd 2:30-3:30 explore about kites
July 5th
2:30-3:30 explore about balloons
Must pre-register by June 2nd, 2017.
Touch a Truck
Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept.
There will be many different types of vehicles and equiptment that
children will be able to explore.
Grades K-5
June 27th, 2017 2:30-3:30
Must pre-register by June 20th, 2017.
Make a lawn using old sheets
Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept.
Make your own art canvas using an old sheet. You provide the old
sheet and we will provide the arts and craft supplies and let your
imagination do the rest. Be sure to wear old clothes and shoes that
you don’t mind getting paint on.
Grades 3-8
June 6th
2:30-3:15 Geib Pavilion at Tawawa Park
June 13th 2:30-3:15 Geib Pavilion at Tawawa Park
Must pre-register by June 1st, 2017.
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Books and Game Swap
Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept.
Do you have video games, books, or CD’s that are
in good condition but you don’t use them anymore?
This clinic will give you an opportunity to exchange
those used items for different ones at no charge.
For each item you drop off, you will be given one
ticket that can be used to exchange for a different
game, book or CD.
Grades K-8
June 7th
2:30-3:30 Geib at Tawawa Park
June 14th 9:30-10:30 Geib at Tawawa Park
Must pre-register by June 1st, 2017.
Egg Carton Planter
Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept.
Children will be given the opportunity to plant flower
and vegetable seeds and watch them grow. Grades K-5
June 6th 9:30-10:30 Green Tree Park
July 13th 9:30-10:30 Brown Park
Must pre-register by June 1st, 2017.
Learn to play a new board game
Instructors: Parks and Recreation Dept.
Children will get the opportunity to learn and play a board game. Grades K-8
July 11th 2:30-3:30
Sherman Park
Must pre-register by July 4th, 2017.
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New 2017 Clinics:
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department
June 12th, 2017 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Geib Pavilion at Tawawa Park
Come and enjoy a morning scavenger hunt.
Jumbo Jenga
Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department
June 7th
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
June 28th
July 7th
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
July 21st
Sherman Park
Come out and enjoy a game or two of Jenga.
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
9:30-10:30 a.m.
Jumbo Yahtzee
Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department
June 8th
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
June 29th
July 6th
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
July 14th
Sherman Park
Come out and enjoy a few games of Yahtzee.
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
9:30-10:30 a.m.
Cheerleading Clinic
Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department
June 27th-28th, 2017 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Deam Park
Learn the basic moves of cheerleading.
Sand Volleyball
Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department
June 20th-21st, 2017 from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Custenborder Courts
Learn the basics game of bump, set and spike.
Yoga for Kids
Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department
June 14th & 22nd, 2017 from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Julia Lamb
Learn the basic moves of yoga & relaxation.
Make Homemade Bird Feeders
Instructors: Parks & Recreation Department
June 29th, 2017 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Green Tree Park
Kids will build a home-made bird feeder.
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2017 Summer Lunch Program
The City of Sidney Parks and Recreation Department will sponsor
a food service program this summer under the Ohio Department
of Education, Summer Food Service Program for Children. We will
operate this food service program at the following sites:
Brown Park
100 W. Clay St.
Sidney, OH 45365
11:00-11:30 a.m.
Green Tree Park
800 6th Avenue
Sidney, OH 45365
11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Humphrey Park
600 Buckeye Ave.
Sidney, OH 45365
11:00-11:30 a.m.
Alpha
Community Center
330 E. Court St.
Sidney, OH 45365
11:45 am-12:15 p.m.
Berger Park
800 S. Miami Ave.
Sidney, OH 45365
11:45 am-12:15 p.m.
Sherman Park
1000 Colonial Dr.
Sidney, OH 45365
11:00-11:30 a.m.
Riverbend
1400 Constitution Drive
Sidney, OH 45365
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
* Call the parks
office to get your
children signed up,
937-498-8155.
At each site we will
serve lunch Monday
through Friday.
All programs
will operate from
June 5th, 2017 through
August 11th, 2017.
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Salvation Army
419 Buckeye Avenue
Sidney, OH 45365
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Summer Backpack Program
Sponsored By:
Sidney Body Carstar & Buckeye Lincoln Ford
Who is eligible:
Every child attending the summer food program.
Friday, June 9th thru Friday, August 11th, 2017
Ages: 1-18
Every Friday children will be provided with weekend meals.
The packs come filled with nutritious, easy-to-open food that does
not require stove-top cooking or refrigeration. The typical pack
contains a variety of food usually including protein, fruit juices,
cereal, granola bars and pudding cups.
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Sidney Water Park
Pool opens June 3rd, 2017 and closes August 13th, 2017.
June 3rd – August 13th
Mon. – Thurs. ......................................................1:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Fri. – Sat. ............................................................1:00 p.m. – 7: 00 p.m.
Sunday ................................................................1:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
The pool is available for private pool rental.
Please call 937-498-8155 to schedule.
Water Park Manager: Ken Kellner
Assistant Water Park Manager: Madelaine Homan
All season tickets are $32.00
2017 Daily Admissions:
Pre-School (Ages 1-5)...................................................................$3.00
Minor - Grade/High School (Ages 6-18) .......................................$4.25
Adults - Out of High School (Ages 19-62) ....................................$4.25
Senior Adult (Age 63 and Older) ...................................................$4.25
Children under 1 are FREE
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Call to reserve a private water park party!
*Formerly known as The Sidney Municipal Pool
Summer Swimming Lessons
Sponsored by: City of Sidney & Dr. Alvetro’s Office
There will be four weeks of summer swimming lessons. Please call
our office at (937) 498-8155 with any questions.
Must be pre-registered.
Session 1: - Sponsored by: City of Sidney
June 26th-30th
9:00 - 9:30 a.m. Pre-School (Ages 3 & 4)
9:30 - 10:00 a.m. Beginners (Ages 5 & Up)
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Advanced (Ages 5 & Up)
10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Mom, Dad and Tots (Ages 2-4)
& Pre-School (Ages 3 & 4)
Session 2: - Sponsored by: City of Sidney
July 10th-14th
9:00 - 9:30 a.m. Beginners (Ages 5 & Up)
9:30 - 10:00 a.m. Advanced (Ages 5 & Up)
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Beginners (Ages 5 & Up)
10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Adults & Pre-School (Ages 3 & 4)
Session 3: - Sponsored by: Dr. Alvetro’s Office
July 17th-21st
9:00 - 9:30 a.m. Pre-School (Ages 3-4)
9:30 - 10:00 a.m. Beginners (Ages 5 & Up)
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Advanced (Ages 5 & Up)
10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Adults, Mom, Dad & Tots (Ages 2-4)
Session 4: - Sponsored by: City of Sidney
August 7th-11th
9:00 - 9:30 a.m. Advanced (Ages 5 & Up)
9:30 - 10:00 a.m. Beginners (Ages 5 & Up)
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Mom, Dad & Tots (Ages 2-4)
& Beginners (Ages 5 & Up)
10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Adults, Pre-school (Ages 3 & 4)
*Sessions are limited; We reserve the right to say class/sessions
are full and to change your time or session.
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Tawawa Park
Motor Vehicle Traffic
3rd Saturday of April - 1st Friday in June ........10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
1st Saturday in June - Labor Day ....................10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Day after Labor Day - September 30................10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
October 1st - October 31st ..............................10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
November 1st - 3rd Friday of April ..........Not open to motor vehicles
Pedestrian Traffic
3rd Saturday of April - 1st Friday in June ..........7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
1st Saturday in June - Labor Day ......................7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Day after Labor Day - September 30..................7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
October 1st - October 31st ...............................7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
To make a shelter reservation please call the
Sidney Parks & Recreation Department at 937-498-8155.
For parks map go to:
www.sidneyoh.com/pdf/Parks/Park_Images/Tawawa_Surrounding.pdf
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